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; Eastern Washington wide receiver Cooper Kupp speaks to the media during the 2017 combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 1: Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington

Kupp has been selected as an All-American for three seasons. Kupp finished his career at Eastern Washington with his best season, recording 117 receptions, 1,700 receiving yards and 17 receiving touchdowns.

For his career, he set all-time FCS records in receptions (428), receiving yards (6,464), and receiving touchdowns (73). Kupp is a natural pass catcher who is good at tracking balls.

There are some questions as to how and if he will be able to transition to the outside. Eastern Washington utilized him primarily as a slot receiver. At 6-feet 2-inches and 204 pounds, he has the size to be on the outside. His 4.62 40-yard dash would also indicate a role on the outside, rather than a burner in the slot.

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Like any rookie receiver, Kupp will need a little work to master NFL routes. Still, he should be able to earn playing time immediately.

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