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Giants Face Saints in NFC Clash

Photo – Saints' QB Drew Brees

Rank / Team

1. New York Giants (5-0)
The Giants face a huge test traveling to New Orleans this week.

2. Indianapolis Colts (5-0)
Colts get a bye week after crushing the Titans in last victory.

3. Philadelphia Eagles (3-1)
Eagles get the horrible Raiders in Oakland this Sunday.

4. Minnesota Vikings (5-0)
The Vikings’ hope to ride Brett Favre’s hot hand with tough Ravens coming to town.

5. New Orleans Saints (5-0)
The Saints face a huge test with GMen coming to the Crescent City.

6. New England Patriots (3-2)
Patriots lost a tough one in overtime vs the Broncos last week.

7. Baltimore Ravens (3-2)
Ravens face a pivotal matchup with Vikings after coming off back to back losses.

8. Chicago Bears (3-1)
Bears face a key NFC clash traveling to Atlanta this week.

9. Denver Broncos (5-0)
The Broncos won a huge game vs Patriots that gives them momentum facing key West battle with Chargers this week.

10. Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2)
Steelers looking to a run here after a slow start.

11. Cincinnati Bengals (4-1)
The Bengals are for real with Carson Palmer at the controls.

12. New York Jets (3-2)
Jets get the Bills at home and need to terminate two game losing streak.

13. San Francisco 49ers (3-2)
The 49ers get their bye week before starting a tough stretch of games.

14. San Diego Chargers (2-2)
Chargers face a pivotal AFC West contest with Broncos coming to town for Monday nite matchup.

15. Green Bay Packers (2-2)
Packers rested with a key stretch of NFC games on the schedule.

16. Atlanta Falcons (3-1)
Falcons get Sunday night matchup with Bears in an important NFC matchup.

17. Dallas Cowboys (3-2)
Cowboys win in overtime and get this bye week to get Tony Romo right.

18. Arizona Cardinals (2-2)
Cardinals Kurt Warner is capable of beating any team in the league.

19. Miami Dolphins (2-3)
Dolphins won a key AFC East game over Jets and get their bye week to make playoff run.

20. Washington Redskins (2-3)
Skins have backed themselves into the corner with every game critical for any playoff hopes.

21. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-3)
Jags were blown out by Seahawks last week and face a critical soft schedule over next month.

22. Houston Texans (2-3)
Texans find ways to lose close games and need to step up over an upcoming stretch of tough games.

23. Seattle Seahawks (2-3)
Seahawks face another critical contest with Falcons coming to town this week.

24. Carolina Panthers (1-3)
Panthers get first win over Skins and look to build on it with Bucs and Bills on deck.

25. Buffalo Bills (1-4)
Bills lost to Browns at home 6-3. That says it all.

26. Tennessee Titans (0-5)
Titans are struggling to get their first win and travel to New England this week.

27. Cleveland Browns (1-4)
Browns get their first win over Bills and face their divisional rival the Steelers this week.

28. Oakland Raiders (1-4)
The Raiders are simply awful and possibly the worst club in the league.

29. Kansas City Chiefs (0-5)
Chiefs will be lucky to win five games this season.

30. St. Louis Rams (0-5)
The Rams have a chance to win going to Jacksonville this Sunday.

31. Detroit Lions (1-4)
Lions might join UFL before the season is over.

32. Tampa Bay Bucs (0-5)
The Bucs might gut this team in postseason with a major rebuilding job in order.

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Pro Prospects - Week 6

Photo – LB Brandon Spikes – Florida

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LB Brandon Spikes – Senior - Florida
Aggressive senior defender had a dominant performance vs LSU that was instrumental in the Gators victory. Against LSU, he registered a game-high 11 tackles including 3 sacks while limiting the Tigers to just 162 yards and 1 field goal. He is a very physical defender with a quick first step and the power to gain a fast advantage to defeat blocking angles. He showed the physical talent to make plays both inside and outside consistently with the burst speed and quickness to make big plays. He has the ability to rush the passer and also drop in coverage at 250 lbs. He has the rare size/ speed combination that allows him to be an every down defender and capable of playing in either pro scheme and virtually any position in those sets.

QB Jevan Snead – Junior - Mississippi
Talented junior passer played poorly in Ole Miss’s loss to Alabama Saturday. Jevan played tight throughout the contest and threw the ball very erratic consistently. This game was a key chance for him to showcase his skills against the highly regarded tough Tide defense. The Ole Miss starter has let strong pass rushes from the Tide and South Carolina over recent weeks effect him throwing the ball. He was inaccurate once again vs Bama and what was most disturbing was that he was off target in his short throws throughout the game. Currently, he is not ready to consider entering the NFL Draft and in need of further reps at this critical position.

RB Jonathan Dwyer – Junior - Georgia Tech
Big physical junior running back had another strong performance in the Tech win over Florida St. He is a powerfully built back who has performed well in the ACC, displaying very strong inside running with the burst of speed to break big plays. Against FSU, he carried only 14 times but produced 102 yards and 2 TDs. He uses his powerful big frame as a battering ram to run over defenders, though he has the lateral quickness and speed that allows him to move through holes fast and break into the second level. He has outstanding size with very good speed and quickness that will keep him from the top tier of backs. He is an honest runner with natural skills that will draw much attention over what is probably his final season.

WR Jordan Shipley – Senior - Texas
Quick senior wideout had a career game vs Colorado while showing big play ability as both a receiver ad return specialist. On offense, he finished the game with 11 catches for 147 yards and a TD. In addition, his 273 all-purpose yards in the game are a career high. He also registered a 74-yard punt return TD. He has caught at least 10 passes in each of the last three games. He shows excellent hands and route running with the quickness to get into his routes and the speed to break big plays. He is also a dangerous return specialist that will enhance his value in the April draft. He is highly developed with natural receiving skills and fine route running ability that makes him one of the more developed playmakers in this class.

LB Rico McCoy – Senior - Tennessee
Mobile senior defender has been a mainstay in the Vols defense since early in his career, seeing time on both the outside backer and special teams roles. He had an impact performance vs Georgia when he made a 9 tackles, 1 PBU and 1 QB hurry. He is a very mobile, instinctive linebacker who flows to the ball and gets through traffic well with the speed and sure tackling ability to finish with strong stops. His size and mobility will limit him to playing outside in the base 4-3 set. He has the makeup of a top special teams performer.

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DE Brandon Graham, Senior, Michigan
The powerful Michigan defensive end was a disruptive force against a talented and well-coached Iowa offensive line. Graham tallied 9 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss and 2 sacks in the Wolverines’ 30-28 loss at Iowa. He plays with terrific leverage and uses his hands violently to disengage from blockers. Michigan’s top defensive player is stout against the run and helped limit Iowa to only 83 yards rushing on 34 attempts (2.4 per). Graham is a shade under six foot one and will be heavily scrutinized at the Senior Bowl and NFL Scouting Combine to gauge how well he may convert to outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense. Graham played against Iowa with his usual determination. He has the lower body strength and quickness to play defensive end in the NFL despite his lack of ideal height.

RB Ben Tate, Senior, Auburn
The Tigers’ leading rusher continued his strong play this season with a career-day against Arkansas. Tate rushed for 184 yards on 22 carries (8.4 per) in Auburn’s 44-23 defeat to Arkansas. His two touchdowns (including a 60-yard run) in the 3rd quarter fueled an Auburn comeback that ultimately fell short. Tate has a sturdy-build and does not go down easily. He runs with heart and can also return kick-offs and is working on being a better outlet in the passing game.

DT Dan Williams, Senior, Tennessee
The Vols won an important game (45-17) against Georgia. The win bolsters the new coaching staff and the defense played a significant role. Williams led the defensive line with 5 tackles, 1 tackle for loss and 2 quarterback pressures. Georgia was limited to only 241 yards of total offense. The Bulldogs’ offense scored a mere 3 points and never entered the redzone. Williams has excellent size and moves pretty well for a 320-pound defensive tackle. He did a fine job of clogging the interior on running plays and getting a push up the middle on passes.

LB Perry Riley, Senior, LSU
Riley has helped his 2010 NFL Draft stock with a productive season to date. LSU lost a defensive battle with Florida by a score of 13-3, but Riley’s skills were on full display. He was extremely active with 12 tackles, 1/2 tackle for a loss, 2 passes broken up and 1 quarterback pressure. He displayed excellent range when he helped force Florida’s, Brandon James, out of bounds short of a 1st down on a 4th down play. Riley took good angles to the ball and clearly had the speed and quickness to match-up against a team known for its speed. He also comes in under control when tackling and can deliver some jarring hits.

WR Brandon LaFell, Senior, LSU
LSU’s offense struggled all game against Florida’s top-ranked defense. LaFell caught only 4 passes for 44 yards (11.0 per). His biggest play was a 26-yard catch and run over the middle against the Gators’ 3rd corner. LaFell dropped a pass late in the game and overall did not deliver the big play. LSU had trouble protecting their quarterback, which contributed to the anemic passing attack. The Tigers needed their star receiver to make a man miss or break a tackle. He was unable to make such a play on this day.

Suh #1 Prospect – Draft Insiders

Photo – DT Nda Suh - Nebraska

At the midway of the college football season, he rank pro prospects for the upcoming NFL Draft 2010 regardless of class. This year Ndamukong Suh of Nebraska is #1 overall pro prospect after several dominant performances over the first half of the season.

DT Ndamukong Suh - 6’4” 300 lbs. - Nebraska
Powerful senior defensive tackle was a dominant inside force and had a great game Thursday night vs Missouri. He is a constant presence in the middle who forces the double team regularly. During the Missouri game, he had a sack, an interception and a forced fumble while totaling 6 tackles despite special attention most of the game. He has an explosive burst that combined with his exceptional functional strength and mobility that allows him to be a consistent disruptive inside force. In September '09, he was our #1 prospect on our Senior Bowl Watch list and his final performance has justified that elite rating. I rank Suh higher than Glenn Dorsey, Tommie Harris or Amobi Okoye at a similar stage of their college careers. Each of those prospects became very high draft selections and key NFL starters over their early careers.

We will have more scouting details on Suh and many other pro prospects in our October newsletter out later this month. I will also have exclusive interviews with key people on this elite prospect that will be part of the October Newsletter this month.

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Gators Make Statement in Victory

Photo – Tim Tebow & Teammates

Team of Week - Florida

Team / Rank
1. Florida (5-0) – Gators got it done vs LSU behind a gutting Tim Tebow.
2. Alabama (6-0) – Tide crushed Old Miss on the road in an impressive victory.
3. Texas (5-0) – Longhorns shake off rust vs Colorado and ready for Red River classic.
4. Virginia Tech (5-1) – Tech face a tough stretch of ACC games.
5. LSU (5-1) – Tigers came up short vs Florida with struggling QB.
6. Boise St (5-0) - Broncos coming off bye week for ESPN Wed night matchup with Tulsa.
7. USC (4-1) – Trojans are well rested for visit to South Bend.
8. Ohio St (5-1) – Buckeyes drilled a good Wisconsin team last Saturday.
9. Miami (4-1) – Canes could run the table the rest of the schedule.
10. Texas Christian (5-0) – TCU is headed for clash with BYU in two weeks.
11. Cincinnati (5-0) - Bearcats are well rested for key Thursday night game with South Florida.
12. Oregon (5-1) – Ducks pointing to USC clash at end of month.
13. Iowa (6-0) – Hawkeyes are winning the close games.
14. Kansas (5-0) - Jayhawks facing the acid test in Big 12 over next month.
15. Nebraska (4-1) – Huskers are run a string of Big 12 games over next several weeks.
16. Penn St (5-1) – Nittany Lions walling through soft early schedule.
17. Oklahoma (3-2) – Sooners will have Sam Bradford back this week for Texas clash.
18. BYU (5-1) – Cougars might not get tested until Texas Christian content late this month.
19. South Florida (5-0) – Cincinnati comes to town in key Big East matchup with title implications.
20. Oklahoma St (4-1) – Cowboys get a major test with Missouri coming in this week.
21. Georgia Tech (5-1) –Tech faces major test with Virginia Tech visiting this week in key ACC clash.
22. South Carolina (5-1) – SC will face their toughest test of the year going to Alabama for matchup with hot Crimson Tide club.
23. Wisconsin (5-1)- Badgers wore down vs Ohio St and face big test with Iowa coming in this Saturday.
24. Notre Dame (4-1) – Irish get their biggest challenge with Southern Cal coming to South Bend.
25. Houston (4-1) – Cougars coasting through a soft schedule.

Frank Coyle is a longtime Member of the FWAA and voter in College team and player awards - Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Thorpe, etc. He is a voter for the Super 16 College Team Polls throughout the season that will present Grantland Rice award to the national champion in January 2010. He is also a voter for Players of the Week and for the FWAA All-American teams at the conclusion of each season.

Bryant Suspended Indefinitely for Lying to NCAA

Photo - Dez Bryant - Oklahoma St

One of the top prospects at the receiver position for the NFL 2010 Draft, Oklahoma St junior wideout Dez Bryant has been ruled ineligible for violating an NCAA bylaw. The powerful 6’2” 215 lb. receiver was ruled ineligible by the school after he reportedly lied to the NCAA officials about a visit and workout at the home of former NFL star defender Deion Sanders earlier this fall. Bryant is a blue chip prospect for the NFL and is coming off a huge sophomore performance last season when he had 87 receptions with 19 TDs for over 1,500 yards while averaging over 17 yards per catch. We ranked him in the Top 20 Prospects for the NFL Draft 2010 with Top 10 potential if he declares for the pro game this January.
The NCAA interviewed Bryant twice earlier this year about allegations at which time he denied that he had visited Sanders. That was proven false, but the fact that he lied to the NCAA is a violation that led to the suspension. Oklahoma St University has already begun the process of applying to the NCAA on his behalf for reinstatement. This incident does not involve anyone associated with the OSU football or athletic department staffs, any employee of the university, alumni, donors, or any third-party affiliated with OSU.
OSU is taking this step because Bryant failed to openly disclose to the NCAA the full details of his interaction with a former NFL player Sanders who is not affiliated with OSU. Bryant will definitely sit out Saturday at Texas A&M; though he was already listed as doubtful because of a hamstring problem.

I will have exclusive interviews with key people on this matter that will be part of the October Newsletter this month.

The University issued the following statement from Bryant: “I made a mistake by not being entirely truthful when meeting with the NCAA. I sincerely regret my mistake and apologize to my teammates, coaches, OSU fans and the NCAA.”
OSU coach Mike Gundy said: “We are certainly disappointed, but we are moving forward as we would with any challenge during the season.” Due to the ongoing investigation of this matter, OSU has no additional comment at this time.

NCAA Bylaw 10.1 -- Unethical Conduct
Unethical conduct by a prospective or enrolled student-athlete or a current or former institutional staff member (e.g., coach, professor, tutor, teaching assistant, student manager, student trainer) may include, but is not limited to, the following: (Revised: 1/10/90, 1/9/96, 2/22/01)
(d) Knowingly furnishing the NCAA or the individual's institution false or misleading information concerning the individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation;

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Pro Prospects - Week 5

Photo –RB Noel Devine - West Virginia

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RB Noel Devine - West Virginia
Short explosive junior running back had a strong performance in the WV win over Colorado when he ran for a career-high 220 yards with a TD on 22 carries. He scored the game’s opening TD on a 77-yard run – the second longest rushing TD of his career. In the first half, he rushed for 142 yards on only eight carries. This season, he has scored 6 TDs in just 4 games that probably commands special attention from defenses going forward. He is a compact back who has performed well in a number of roles in the WV attack, filling a Wildcat spot in their offense. He is very explosive through the hole with the lateral quickness and surprising strength that allows him to move through holes fast with the power to break tackles. His lack of size is a major concern, but his speed, quickness and natural running skills make him one of the top playmakers in college football.

RB John Clay – Wisconsin
Big physical third year sophomore running back had a strong performance in the UW win over Minnesota. He is a huge powerfully built back who has performed well since the ’08 season, He is very strong inside runner where he uses his imposing big frame as a battering ram. He has the lateral quickness and strength allows him to move through holes fast with the power to break tackles. He has outstanding size with good speed and quickness that will keep him from the top tier of backs. He is an honest runner with natural skills that will draw much attention over his final season. His early ’09 season fumbling problems were a concern but his recent performance has dispelled those concerns. After a relatively slow start, he is now leading the Big Ten in rushing with 112 carries for 582 yards.

WR Golden Tate – Notre Dame
Quick junior receiver had a career game vs Washington with 9 receptions for 244 receiving yards and an important touchdowns. He was instrumental in the Irish overtime win and displayed fast improving skills at this position. Tate combines natural receiving skills with fine size for the position to become a well rounded pro starter. He has the speed to stretch the field and run after the catch ability to pressure a defense. He had a few touches earlier in the season, but his recent performance looked like a major breakout effort in a pro style passing attack.

DE Greg Romeus - Pittsburgh
Huge athletic edge rusher has displayed excellent ability over his Pitt career. He had a strong effort in the Louisville win with 5 tackles and 3.5 sacks. He makes big plays off the edge, relying on his long reach and quick first step and technique to separate from blockers. He has the power to overwhelm blockers with the upfield speed to pressure the QB with the wingspan to deflect passes. His ability to apply pressure off the edge has drawn rave notice from scouts and he will be watched closely over his junior season.

LB Rolando McClain - Alabama
Aggressive junior defender had a dominant performance vs Kentucky that was instrumental in the Tide victory. Against Kentucky, he registered a game-high 12 tackles (eight unassisted) picked off a pass, forced a fumble and recorded a pass deflection in Alabama's 38-20 victory. His forced fumble led to a 45-yard touchdown return that gave the Crimson Tide a 21-6 halftime lead. Then, his 21-yard interception return on the 1st possession of the third quarter set up another TD. He is a very physical defender with a quick first step and the power to gain a fast advantage to defeat blocking angles. He showed the physical talent to make plays inside consistently and the speed and quickness to make plays at the sidelines. His ability to run very well and drop in coverage at 250 lbs. allows him to be an every down special defender and capable of playing in either pro scheme.

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TE Garrett Graham, Senior, Wisconsin
Graham led the Badgers in receiving with 7 catches for 68 yards (9.7 per) in Wisconsin’s 31-28 victory over Minnesota. He helped keep drives alive with his reliable hands and fine route-running. The underrated aspect of Graham’s game is his blocking. He is undersized (6’ 3 ½” and 247 lbs) for an NFL tight end, but that does not stop him from being tenacious as a blocker. Graham did a solid job in the blocking department against Minnesota and contributed to Wisconsin rushing for 295 yards in the game.

OT Chris Marinelli, Senior, Stanford
Stanford defeated UCLA 24-16 for their first win over the Bruins since 2003. Their attack again featured a balanced offense (174 yards rushing and 198 yards passing) that wears down opponents. Marinelli is a tough offensive tackle who had a strong game run and pass blocking. The Cardinal offensive line has been a big part of their success (4-1) this year. Marinelli can play more than one position on the line and that will help his chances at the next level.

S Nate Allen, Senior, South Florida
USF forced 7 turnovers against Syracuse in a 34-20 win. The opportunistic defense was spearheaded by their ballhawking safety, Nate Allen. He led the Bulls with 8 tackles and a pair of interceptions. Allen breaks on the ball extremely well and it is dangerous throwing the ball down the middle against him. His stock is rising because a safety that can make a play on the ball is valuable in the NFL.

RB C.J. Spiller, Senior, Clemson
Spiller continues to show this year that he is a big play waiting to happen. Maryland defeated Clemson 24-21, but Spiller had a 92-yard kick-off return for a touchdown and rushed for 72 yards on 18 carries (4.0 per). His kick-off return for a touchdown was dazzling. He has the balance, speed, quickness and moves to take any hand-off, kick or reception for a score. Spiller may not be an every down back in the NFL, but he will be a versatile weapon and a match-up problem for defenses.

CB Chris Hawkins, Senior, LSU
Hawkins had some problems covering Georgia’s talented sophomore receiver, A.J. Green in LSU’s 20-13 win. The Bulldogs’ top wideout was too big, strong and athletic for Hawkins at times. Green’s 16-yard touchdown catch over Hawkins revealed his superior size, jumping ability and the strength in his hands to snatch the ball away from the LSU defender. Hawkins will face receivers in the NFL with a similar skill-set to Green’s. The LSU corner looks more like he will be better in zone coverage in the pros. Hawkins will have to work on getting stronger and being more physical.

NFL Power Rankings – Week 4

Photo – Aaron Rodgers - Packers

Rank / Team

1. New York Giants (4-0)
The Giants are a talented and deep club that will make a run at the NFL title.

2. Indianapolis Colts (4-0)
Colts are running on all cylinders now.

3. New England Patriots (3-1)
Patriots are coming off an impressive victory over the Ravens.

4 Baltimore Ravens (3-1)
Ravens lost a tough game with Patriots and have the hot Bengals coming to town.

5. Philadelphia Eagles (2-1)
Eagles well rested after bye week and look to McNabb to make a run at the NFC East title.

6. Minnesota Vikings (4-0)
The Vikings’ will ride Brett Favre’s heroics and momemtum to top of NFC.

7. New Orleans Saints (4-0)
The Saints are riding Drew Brees hot hand to the top spot in the NFC South.

8. New York Jets (3-1)
Jets rookie QB Mark Sanchez found out about the other side of the NFL vs Saints.

9. Chicago Bears (3-1)
Da Bears saw the real Jay Cutler last week.

10. Denver Broncos (4-0)
The Broncos are doing it with sound football but face a very tough stretch over the next few weeks.

11. Pittsburgh Steelers (2-2)
Steelers woke up vs Chargers on Sunday night.

12. Cincinnati Bengals (3-1)
The Bengals are a different club with Carson Palmer directing this offense.

13. San Francisco 49ers (3-1)
The 49ers drilled the Rams and are a club that is starting to believe in itself.

14. San Diego Chargers (2-2)
Chargers looked terrible vs Steelers and get a bye week to get it right vs AFC West foes on deck.

15. Green Bay Packers (2-2)
Packers get a bye week to recover from loss to former GB great Brett Favre on Monday night.

16. Atlanta Falcons (2-1)
Falcons go to San Fran for important NFC matchup.

17. Dallas Cowboys (2-2)
Cowboys came up short vs Denver and travel to KC for a surprisingly key game.

18. Arizona Cardinals (1-2)
Cardinals are coming off a bye and face a key matchup at home vs Houston.

19. Miami Dolphins (1-3)
Dolphins get into the victory column and welcome the Jets to south Florida in pivotal East matchup.

20. Washington Redskins (2-2)
Skins got a much needed win over Tampa and need to get some momentum over the next few weeks.

21. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-2)
Jags won their second in a road and face a struggling Seattle team this week.

22. Houston Texans (2-2)
Texans played their best game in over a year vs the Raiders.

23. Seattle Seahawks (1-3)
Seahawks face a critical contest with Jacksonville coming to town this week.

24. Buffalo Bills (1-3)
Bills looked awful vs Dolphins and face a poor Cleveland team at home that becomes a must win situation.

25. Tennessee Titans (0-4)
Titans face the Colts offensive buzzsaw this week and another lose may lead to some wholesale changes.

26. Carolina Panthers (0-3)
Panthers face a pivotal early game with the Skins coming to town Sunday.

27. Oakland Raiders (1-3)
The Raiders were crushed by Houston and face the G Men on Sunday.

28. Kansas City Chiefs (0-4)
Chiefs giving a good effort but lack the talent and experience to turn it into wins now.

29. Cleveland Browns (0-4)
Browns lost a tough one to the Bengals in overtime.

30. St. Louis Rams (0-4)
The Rams are a nightmare.

31. Detroit Lions (1-3)
Lions back on the beam with lose to Da Bears.

32. Tampa Bay Bucs (0-4)
Tampa Bay is reminiscent of the expansion Bucs of the ‘70s.