The Ring Tailed Lemur is a fascinating creature, which is widely known as a “fast climber”. Also, the Ring Tailed Lemur loves to bask in the glow of the bright lights and cameras... similar to NFL football players. At this point and time, leading up to the NFL Draft, we’d like to introduce our "All-Ring Tailed Lemur Team."

These are players that seem to be climbing the draft charts quickly, after performing well in the glow of the post season spotlight.

Note: These are "fast rising" players that were mostly considered Day 2 picks (or undraftable) at the end of the 2005 season.

QB Ingle Martin ~ Furman -- This very versatile, strong-armed former Florida Gator put forth a nice display of quarterbacking skills and athletic ability at the Combine. Can also punt and has played some wide receiver in college. Combine took him from a likely undrafted free agent to a probable middle round pick (4th to 6th round).

RB Jerious Norwood ~ Mississippi State -- Hard working SEC tailback impressed at the Senior Bowl, then further upped his stock at the Combine, running a 4.40 40, displaying a 36.5” vertical leap and turning in a solid 4.26 in the short shuttle. Has always been a prime talent, but lacked top athletes around him at MSU. Should be a very solid Day 1 selection, based on career production and workout numbers. Rumor is, some teams may look at Norwood as a wide receiver.

FB Owen Daniels ~ Wisconsin -- Daniels, a tight end for the Badgers, will be more of an H-Back at the next level due to his height (6’ 3”). But his fancy showing at the Combine -- running the 40 in 4.65 seconds at 253 pounds and doing 23 bench press reps -- may mean this former college wide receiver can sneak into the third round of the draft.

TE Tony Scheffler ~ Western Michigan -- This former college baseball player showed off 4.54 speed and excellent overall athletic ability at the Combine. Not bad for a 6’ 5”, 256 pound athlete with great hands. Scheffler should stay near the phone during the first day of the draft. He’ll likely need to answer it.

WR Greg Jennings ~ Western Michigan -- Another Broncos football star. Jennings, who was originally recruited by the University of Michigan, looked outstanding at the Combine, running a sparkling 4.42 40 and displaying solid, all-around athletic skills and hands. Not a lot of people know it, but he seems to be rising quickly. Has a serious chance to be drafted in the top 3 rounds.

WR Willie Reid ~ Florida State -- Smallish wide receiver (5’ 10”, 185) displayed outstanding speed and quickness at the Combine, running the 40 yard dash in 4.35 seconds. Reid’s post season may’ve put him in a position to be drafted between the 3rd and early 5th round. Teams seeking help on special teams will like his punt returning skills -- returned 3 punts for touchdowns in 2005.

OT Paul McQuistan ~ Weber State -- At 6’6” and 312 pounds, this small school gem had GM’s buzzing with his fine workout at the Combine (5.07 40; 28 reps). Started next to twin brother Pat (a guard and fellow NFL prospect) during his college career. Could surprise folks and be drafted by the early part of round three. Nonetheless, definitely a player to watch.

OT Joe Toledo -- Washington -- This 6’ 5”, 335 pound former tight end showed nice speed (5.11), athletic ability, agility and strength (32 reps) at the Combine. He was a bright spot for a struggling Washington Huskies team in 2005. Moved to tackle in 2005 in order to best impress NFL scouts. It worked, as Toledo could sneak into the first day of the draft.

OG Chris Chester ~ Oklahoma -- Another former tight end that is rising fast as an offensive lineman after a fine 2005 season and great workouts at the Combine -- 4.84 40; 27 reps at 303 pounds. Displayed excellent skill at both guard and center last season. Has a chance to be drafted by the end of the third round.

OG Aldo De La Garza ~ Texas A & M -- Probably wasn’t considered a likely draft pick, but a nice display of strength (42 reps) and athletic ability at A & M’ s Pro Day thrust him onto the draft radar. Excellent size at 6' 4", 324 pounds and very strong, as you can tell by the aforementioned 42 reps. Is particularly strong as a run blocker. Would provide excellent depth for a team that likes to run the football. Has a chance to be selected the middle rounds -- 5th to 6th.

OC Will Montgomery ~ Virginia Tech -- This 6’ 3”, 312 pound center displayed excellent athletic ability (5.12 40; 4.43 short shuttle) and strength (35 BP reps) at the Combine. A top ACC performer throughout his career, who can also play guard well, so he's versatile. Began is his college career on the defensive line. At the very least, he should drafted in the middle rounds -- 4th to 6th.

DE Ryan LaCasse ~ Syracuse -- Speedy Big East star made up for an obvious Senior Bowl snub, by putting on a “light outs” show at the Combine -- ran a 4.58 40 yard dash at a little over 6’ 3” and 257 pounds. Also added 34 BP reps, displayed a 35” vertical and turned in a nice 4.33 short shuttle. Drops into coverage fairly well for a "big fellow", so he could play linebacker in the NFL -- 4-3 or 3-4 defense. Believe it or not, he's hoping to improve his already sparkling Combine numbers at Syracuse's Pro Day. Possible 3rd round pick.

DE Paul Carrington ~ Central Florida -- Has Mario Williams like height at 6’ 6 7/8". Is a bit light at 265 pounds, but has the frame to add more weight. Ran the 40-yard dash in a very impressive 4.65 and 4.70 seconds at UCF’s Pro Day. Also added a 35" vertical. Emerged as a team leader and had a terrific senior season for the Golden Knights in 2005. In our opinion, he should be drafted around the 4th or 5th round, based on potential and production.

DT Montavious Stanley ~ Louisville -- High motor player has a nasty attitude and good feet. Ran a decent 5.21 40 yard-dash at Indy and did the short-shuttle in 4.60 seconds -- not bad for a 313 pound athlete. Run stopper who can penetrate and makes plays in the backfield. As a captain, was a defensive leader on the field for Louisville. Some sources have him listed as a defensive end, although he is large enough to play both 3-4 defensive end and 4-3 defensive tackle.

DT LeKevin Smith ~ Nebraska -- A very underrated athlete, who really turned heads during his senior season for the Huskers, then ran a 4.97 40 at Indy. He also did 30 reps and displayed an impressive 30.5” vertical leap at 316 pounds. Workouts took him from a likely latter round pick to a possible 4th rounder. Despite the talent, there are some big questions, which is why he probably won't crack 1st day: Smith pulled a "Leon Lett" against Texas Tech -- a silly fumble after a game saving interception, which cost Nebraska a huge game. That's just one example, but he needs to be more focused at times. Also there have been knee concerns. Nonetheless, his workouts are helping teams forgot all that.

LB Mike Kudla ~ Ohio State -- Listed as a defensive end, he will very likely play linebacker in the NFL, because he might be a little short for a lineman at 6’ 2". At the Combine, Kulda’s record tying 45 bench press reps, 4.70 40 time and 37" vertical showed he’s a great athlete at 275 pounds. Probably projects as a 3-4 linebacker in the NFL. His showing at the Combine will have teams considering him between the 3rd and 5th round.

LB James Anderson ~ Virginia Tech -- This 6’ 2”, 230 linebacker ran a solid 4.59 40 at the Combine, which caught scouts eyes. He also added a fantastic 4.08 short-shuttle and displayed a 41” vertical leap. Anderson was the respected veteran leading a talented young Virginia Tech linebacking unit in 2005. He’s a fine player, who’s workouts put him solidly into the middle rounds (3rd to 5th).

LB Jon Alston ~ Stanford -- Listed at 6’ 1" and 220 pounds at the Combine, Alston ran a sparkling 4.45 40 last month in Indianapolis. Also added a 40” vertical and finished the all-important short-shuttle in 4.14 seconds. Sort of a linebacker/safety “tweener”, who played close to the line of scrimmage in college. Overall, we think he will be drafted in the third to forth round due to his competitive nature and physical skills. What position he’ll play, won’t be determined until a team gets him into game situations.

SS Eric Smith ~ Michigan State -- The joke at one Spartan’s fan site was Smith would try to impress scouts with his “7.7 40 speed”. Obviously, those fans were kidding (we hope). Smith ran a respectable 4.62 at 6’ 1” and 210 pounds at the Combine, but his overall workouts were outstanding -- 21 reps (225lbs); 4.11 short shuttle; 41” vertical jump and 10’ 7” broad jump. Classic strong safety, who may not fit in some schemes (cover 2), but displayed enough athletic ability in Indy to jump from a likely undrafted player to a possible middle round pick.

FS Pat Watkins -- Florida State -- At over 6’ 4” and 210 pounds, Watkins ran a surprising 4.42 40 at the Combine. Also added a 41” vertical and 11’ 1” broad jump. Tall safeties aren’t exactly in vogue in the NFL these days, as most scouts feel players “cut too high” ( too tall) lack proper “hip swerve“. But Watkins’ stellar Combine display could have him moving into the 2nd round of the draft. At the very least, he’ll be off the boards early in round 4.

CB Jonathan Joseph ~ South Carolina -- This JC transfer raised a lot of eyebrows leaving SC after just one season at the Division I level, but the 5’ 11” 193 pounder impressed scouts running a 4.31 40 at the combine. Lack of experience may be a problem in some scouts eyes, but his size, speed and overall athletic ability has piqued scouts interests to the point he might be drafted in the top 2 rounds.

CB Eric Bassey ~ Oklahoma -- NFL.com reported Bassey (5' 11-7/8", 195) ran 4.33 and 4.35 at the Sooners Pro Day. Bassey's sub 4.00 second short shuttle time, which mostly displays quickness, was very impressive also. This very athletic defensive back hasn’t had a very prolific career for the Sooners, but his gaudy showing at Pro Day probably put him solidly back on the NFL’s draft radar (Day 2) based on his size and speed alone.