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NFL Draft 2017: Top 10 draft prospects from the ACC

By Jerran Anderson

Dec 28, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes tight end David Njoku (86) reacts after a touchdown in the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers in the Russell Athletic Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 28, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes tight end David Njoku (86) reacts after a touchdown in the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers in the Russell Athletic Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams (7) catches a touchdown against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams (7) catches a touchdown against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Marlon Humphrey (26) during the fourth quarter in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams is one of the best receivers in this year’s draft class, which is a good thing for him. After all, this year’s NFL Draft isn’t exactly filled with big play receivers.

After recovering from a brutal neck injury in 2015, Williams came back better than ever in 2016. He caught a career-high 98 receptions for 1,361 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns last season. Williams was a first-team All-ACC selection and second-team All-American for his play. He caught nine balls for 174 receiving yards in his first game back against the Auburn Tigers.

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Williams ranked first in the ACC and fifth in the FBS in receptions, second in the conference in receiving yards and receiving touchdowns. He had five games of 100 yards receiving or more in 2016. He caught six passes for 100 receiving yards and three touchdowns against South Carolina.

Williams reasonable size at 6-foot-4 for a downfield-threat and the build (218 pounds) to be a possession receiver in the NFL. He’s got highlight reel catching ability as well. After posting back-to-back 1,000-yard receiving seasons post-injury, he’s ready to take the step to the next level.

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