1. Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford – Considered the most intelligent college quarterback since Peyton Manning, Luck possesses all the tools to become an NFL superstar. He is the main reason Stanford could play in a BCS Bowl come January, and the Texas native appears ready to start in the NFL from day one. Remember, Luck is quite athletic for the quarterback position, as evidenced by his 56 yard run last week against California.

2. A.J. Green, WR, Georgia – The consensus selection at number two, Green is clearly the best wide receiver in the 2011 class. In fact, he could have been a first round pick in his freshman year, after dominating SEC play alongside current Lions’ QB Matthew Stafford. Green’s only blemish came before the 2010 season, in which the Summerville, South Carolina native sold his game-worn Independence Bowl jersey to an agent for $1,000. The NCAA later suspended the junior wide receiver for four games, yet otherwise, Green isn’t considered an issue off the field.

3. Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU – At 6 feet 1 inches and 211 pounds, Peterson has ideal size for the NFL. Coupled with elite speed and dynamic explosiveness, he projects to be a multi-faceted threat on Sundays. After single-handedly beating Ole Miss on Saturday, NFL teams should not hesitate if Peterson is still on the board.

4. Da’Quan Bowers, OLB/DE, Clemson – Following two disappointing seasons in Death Valley after being one of the most sought after players in the country, Bowers has rebounded in 2010. He currently leads the nation with 16 sacks, including a dominating three sack performance against Maryland. The junior defensive end often appears unblockable against the run and gets to the quarterback constantly. Moreover, Bowers has played both from a two-point stance and a three-point stance at Clemson, so adapting to NFL defensive schemes shouldn’t be an issue. Read More→