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 3, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Bucknell offensive lineman Julie’n Davenport squares off in the mirror drill against San Diego State offensive lineman Daniel Brunskill during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 4: Julie’n Davenport, OT, Bucknell

Davenport has tremendous size at 6-feet 7-inches and 318 pounds. He has long arms and demonstrated leadership, having served as his team’s captain for two seasons and starting a total of 44 games at left tackle.

Most of Davenport’s flaws are coachable. One of his biggest flaws at this stage has to do with his pad level and footwork. Because of Davenport’s height, he struggles with smaller, quicker pass rushers. He will need to work on his backpedal and his footwork overall.

Like Dunker, he is better suited in a zone-blocking scheme. He is athletic and has excellent physical traits, but he needs a coaching staff that will spend time with him on developing technique at the position. Additionally, Davenport will need to spend time in an NFL weight room as part of his development.

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