NFL Draft: Top Five FCS Prospects in 2017 Class

NFL Draft: Top Five FCS Prospects in 2017

Sep 3, 2016; Pullman, WA, USA; Eastern Washington Eagles wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) makes a touchdown catch against Washington State Cougars defensive lineman Samson Ebukam (3) during the second half at Martin Stadium. The Eagles won 45-42. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 2, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tennessee State offensive lineman Jessamen Dunker speaks to the media during the 2017 NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 5: Jessamen Dunker, OG, Tennessee State

Dunker is projected as a mid to late-round pick. He impressed NFL scouts at the Senior Bowl week and earned a first team All-American selection for his 2016 season. He also garnered attention for running a 4.98 40-yard dash at the NFL combine while wearing cheetah print cleats.

Dunker would be best served in a zone scheme where his athleticism will stand out while questions of base strength won’t be as exposed. There is no question he will benefit from a year in an NFL strength and conditioning program.

Dunker will face questions from NFL executives about off-the-field issues that prompted him to transfer from Florida to Tennessee State.

At 6-feet 4-inches and 318 pounds, he is well-suited for playing guard at the next level, even though he anchored the line at left tackle at the college level. The Tennessee State offensive line allowed the fewest sacks in the Ohio Valley Conference, just 14 sacks for the season.

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