As the college football season nears kickoff, we bring you the top 32 prospects that are eligible for the 2015 NFL Draft, and have a realistic possibility of declaring for the draft. Since most of these prospects have already been covered in the conference preview series, each prospect will be broken down by their top strengths and weaknesses as a prospect. All rankings are fluid and relative, and serve as a watch list of players as the season develops.
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NFL Draft Fall Rankings
24: Vic Beasley, Clemson, PSR
Strengths: Great speed and quickness off the edge, natural pass rush ability, strong hands and upper body.
Weaknesses: Lacks bulk and anchor strength to play defensive end, not a reliable run defender, instincts especially against the run are lacking.
23: La’el Collins, LSU, OT
Strengths: Excellent mass to play in the trenches, extremely powerful in both the upper and lower body, great drive blocker for an offensive tackle.
Weaknesses: Bend and balance are not ideal, limited athlete moving laterally or outside of a phone booth, may not be able to play on the outside as an offensive tackle.
22: Dorial Green-Beckham,* Oklahoma, WR
Strengths: Rare size for a wide receiver, excellent ability to get downfield and high point the deep ball, very good hands to make the contested catch.
Weaknesses: System at Missouri did not see him run a variety of routes, straight-linish runner, character is severely in question after multiple off-field incidents and dismissal from Missouri.
21: P.J. Williams,* Florida State, CB
Strengths: Physical in coverage and will not be out-muscled by most wide receivers, strong in run support for a corner, has tools to be highly effective in man coverage.
Weaknesses: Ball skills are questionable, is not the most instinctive or experienced cornerback, footwork needs to be tightened up.
20: Devin Funchess,* Michigan, TE
Strengths: Excellent speed and movement to get vertical, can out-jump defensive backs as an effective red-zone target, is difficult to bring down with the ball in his hands.
Weaknesses: Has little experience and ability as a blocker, can drop some catchable balls, needs to get off the line of scrimmage better and run better routes.
19: Noah Spence,* Ohio State, DE
Strengths: Explosive off the snap, easy movement skills to stand up off the edge or with his hand in the dirt, uses good leverage to play bigger than his size.
Weaknesses: Is undersized to play defensive end routinely, is still green and inexperienced, drug-related suspensions are a concern.
18: Jaelen Strong,* Arizona State, WR
Strengths: Has excellent hands and drops are rare, possesses a big and strong frame for a wide receiver, underrated speed as a downfield threat.
Weaknesses: Height limits his ability to make sharp cuts in his routes, can have some trouble separating from coverage, has only played one year of FBS-level football.
17: Denzel Perryman, Miami, LB
Strengths: Very reliable tackler who hits with a thump, very strong in the box defender, has excellent intangibles to make it and get better.
Weaknesses: Foot speed and range is just adequate, has some medical concerns with past injuries, is just under the preferred height for linebackers, though he has a very thick frame.
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