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2017 NFL Draft: 5 Prospects to watch during Conference Championships

By Tyler Brooke

Nov 19, 2016; Winston-Salem, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers running back Wayne Gallman (9) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at BB&T Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Winston-Salem, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers running back Wayne Gallman (9) runs the ball during the second quarter against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at BB&T Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /
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With some massive conference championship games being played on the national stage, here are a few NFL draft prospects to keep an eye on this weekend.

After a college football regular season filled with upsets and breakout performances, conference championship weekend is expected to feature plenty of drama. While programs are playing for conference titles and College Football Playoff berths, there are a handful of players hoping to solidify their respective draft stocks.

From Power Five conference championship games to the MAC Championship, here are five NFL draft prospects to keep an eye on this weekend.

Oct 15, 2016; Akron, OH, USA; Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Corey Davis (84) tosses the ball after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter against the Akron Zips at InfoCision Stadium. Western Michigan Broncos won 41-0. Mandatory Credit: Jason Mowry-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Akron, OH, USA; Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Corey Davis (84) tosses the ball after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter against the Akron Zips at InfoCision Stadium. Western Michigan Broncos won 41-0. Mandatory Credit: Jason Mowry-USA TODAY Sports /

It has been an incredible season for P.J. Fleck’s Western Michigan Broncos. The program heads into the MAC Championship with a 12-0 record and a chance at a New Year’s Six bowl game with a win over Ohio on Friday.

One of the biggest contributors to Western Michigan’s run this year has been wide receiver Corey Davis. The senior has already caught 83 passes for 1,283 yards and 17 touchdowns this season, breaking the FBS record for career receiving yards in the process with 5,068 yards during his four seasons with the Broncos.

Davis is making a strong argument as the No. 1 receiver in this draft class, although Clemson’s Mike Williams and Washington’s John Ross have also looked impressive. What makes Davis such an appealing prospect is his size at 6’3” and 213 pounds, fantastic route running and ability to pick up yards after the catch.

Anyone who hasn’t seen Davis play yet should definitely take some time to watch the Broncos receiver play on Friday night. With a big game on a national stage, Davis could have a chance to start generating some more draft buzz.

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