Matt Ryan, QB, Boston College
Top Atlantic Coast Conference Seniors:
QB Matt Ryan ~ Boston College
RB Tashard Choice ~ Georgia Tech
RB Lance Ball ~ Maryland
WR Eddie Royal ~ Virginia Tech
WR Lance Leggett ~ Miami-Florida
TE Tom Santi ~ Virginia
OL Gosder Cherilus ~ Boston College
OL Barry Richardson ~ Clemson
OL Duane Brown ~ Virginia Tech
OL Andrew Crummey ~ Maryland
OC Steve Justice ~ W. Forest
DE Chris Long ~ Virginia
DT B.J. Raji ~ Boston College
DT Andre Fluellen ~ Florida State
DE Chris Ellis ~ Virginia Tech
LB Xavier Adibi ~ Virginia Tech
LB Vince Hall ~ Virginia Tech
LB Phillip Wheeler ~ Georgia Tech
LB Jolonn Dunbar ~ Boston College
DB Jamal Lewis ~ Georgia Tech (CB)
SS Jamie Silva ~ Boston College
CB DeJuan Tribble ~ Boston College
DD.Comment: We had a spot at linebacker reserved for Boston College's two-way star (also plays fullback) Brian Toal, but it's very likely he will sit out the upcoming season (redshirt) due to complications from shoulder surgery.
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Top Pro Prospects [Seniors/Loosely Ranked]:
DE Chris Long ~ Virginia
CB DeJuan Tribble ~ Boston College
QB Matt Ryan ~ Boston College
LB Xavier Adibi ~ Virginia Tech
RB Tashard Choice ~ Georgia Tech
OL Gosder Cherilus ~ Boston College
DT Andre Fluellen ~ Florida State
OL Barry Richardson ~ Clemson
LB Vince Hall ~ Virginia Tech
LB Phillip Wheeler ~ Georgia Tech
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Calais Campbell, DE, Miami-Florida
Nine Juniors to Watch Closely [Not Ranked]:
RB Bandon Ore ~ Virginia Tech -- Very powerful running back, who rushed for over 1,100 yards and scored 16 rushing TD's in '06. Has excellent hands coming out of the backfield and is a hard worker.
RB James Davis ~ Clemson -- Has rushed for over 2,000 yards and scored 26 TD's in his short career. Teams with super sophomore C.J. Spiller to form, perhaps, the nation's top running back tandem.
OT Andrew Gardner ~ Georgia Tech -- Very agile and powerful left tackle prospect, who has been a steady force for the Jackets since his freshman season in 2005. Excellent athlete, who has added 50 pounds to his 6' 6" frame since arriving at G.Tech (is now 300 pounds).
DE Calais Campbell ~ Miami-Florida -- Some think this 6' 7", 280 pound edge rushing terror might be the best defensive player in America. Most insiders feel he's a future top 5 pick (ala Gaines Adams)?
LB Geno Hayes ~ Florida State -- At only 6' 2' and about 220 pounds, Hayes could use a little more bulk, but he's got good speed and should be a big time playmaker for F.S.U., if he stays healthy.
LB Erin Henderson ~ Maryland -- This speedy weakside linebacker came back from a devastating knee injury in 2005 and led the A.C.C. in tackles last season (114). Brother of Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson.
CB Tony Carter ~ Florida State -- Not the biggest prospect around at only 5' 9" and about 175 pounds, but he's very athletic and extremely fast -- clocked at 4.35 coming out of high school.
CB Brandon Flowers ~ Virginia Tech -- Part of a potentially dynamic cornerback duo with fellow Hokies junior Macho Harris. Both have excellent speed and play with a lot of confidence, which is needed "on the island".
FS Kenny Phillips ~ Miami-Florida -- Has been a high impact defender, with a nose for the football since his freshman season. Great combination of size, speed and toughness. Is he Miami's next great safety?
James Davis, RB, Clemson
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