NFL Draft 2017: Top 5 NFL prospects from Clemson Football

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Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers wide receiver Mike Williams (7) against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Anthony Averett (28) in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Wide receiver Mike Williams leaves Clemson as one of the best receivers in school history. This year’s NFL Draft isn’t filled with big play receivers but Williams is a top prospect to watch.

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. His performance earned him first-team All-ACC and second-team All-American honors.

His best performance came against the Auburn Tigers where he caught nine balls for 174 receiving yards in his first game back.

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Williams ranked first in the ACC and fifth in the FBS in receptions. He was also second in the conference in receiving yards and receiving touchdowns. He caught six passes for 100 receiving yards and three touchdowns against the South Carolina Gamecocks on Nov. 26.

Williams has good size for an NFL receiver 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 even after an injury, he’s ready to take the step to the next level. Currently, he’s projected as a first round pick.

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