Best 2017 NFL Draft prospects from biggest Bowl Games
By Tyler Brooke
Armed Forces Bowl (Dec. 23, 4:30 pm ET on ESPN): Louisiana Tech vs Navy
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs: Carlos Henderson, WR and Xavier Woods, SS
You wouldn’t expect a smaller program like Louisiana Tech to have two legitimate NFL draft prospects, but Carlos Henderson and Xavier Woods could both be playing on Sundays in 2017.
Henderson has a solid 5’11” frame along with the explosiveness and footwork to make big plays, as made evident by his 72 receptions and 17 touchdowns this season. Meanwhile, Woods is a versatile safety capable of stopping the run or dropping back in coverage while being a vocal leader for the Bulldogs defense. Neither player is going to be a first-rounder, but don’t be surprised when you hear their names called as early as Day 2.
Navy Midshipmen: Jamir Tillman, WR
The Navy Midshipmen almost never produce NFL talent, but wide receiver Jamir Tillman might have a shot at going pro because of plays like this one.
Although Navy doesn’t throw the ball often in their offensive system, Tillman has been able to stand out when the ball is in his hands. He has great size at 6’4” and 212 pounds, and while it’s unlikely he’ll ever get a chance in the NFL because of his service requirements, NFL teams may still sniff around.