Best 2017 NFL Draft prospects from biggest Bowl Games
By Tyler Brooke
Orange Bowl (Dec. 30, 8 pm ET on ESPN): Michigan vs Florida State
Michigan Wolverines: Jabrill Peppers, DB/LB
No player has been more versatile in college football this season than Michigan’s Jabrill Peppers. The man has played countless positions for the Wolverines this season, and he’ll likely continue to play a hybrid role for an NFL defense next season.
Peppers is probably the most athletic and instinctive prospect in this draft class. He projects best as an NFL safety, but the right coaching staff will try to utilize his skill set by moving him all over the field. The Orange Bowl will be our last chance to watch Peppers in action before the offseason, and a big game from the Michigan star could solidify his stock as a top-five selection.
Other players to watch: CB Jourdan Lewis, EDGE Taco Charlton, DL Chris Wormley, WR Amara Darboh, WR Jehu Chesson
Florida State: Dalvin Cook, RB
As the college football season has progressed, Florida State’s Dalvin Cook has started to make a strong case as the best running back in this draft class. He’s put up over 2,000 total yards of offense this year while finding the end zone 19 times.
Cook has excellent vision and elite acceleration to quickly hit his top speed once he finds the hole to take off for huge plays. He reminds me a lot of Chris Johnson during his time with the Tennessee Titans given his ability to break off huge runs on a consistent basis.
With one last game as a Seminole, Cook will have a chance to solidify his stock as the best running back in the draft.
Other players to watch: EDGE DeMarcus Walker, WR Travis Rudolph