{"id":129069,"date":"2022-01-31T18:28:38","date_gmt":"2022-01-31T23:28:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=129069"},"modified":"2022-01-31T18:28:38","modified_gmt":"2022-01-31T23:28:38","slug":"2022-nfl-draft-big-ten-prospects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2022\/01\/31\/2022-nfl-draft-big-ten-prospects\/","title":{"rendered":"Five 2022 NFL Draft Prospects From the Big Ten To Remember"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking at 2022 NFL Draft prospects, fans deserve some notes on the players who could land on their favorite team. While many watch their favorite college team or conference, they miss a lot of names along the way. In a conference like the Big Ten, however, there are a lot of talented names who fly under the radar. Currently, there\u2019s just a few months left until the draft. Now is a great chance to look at some of the non-star names in each conference.<\/p>\n<h2>Underrated 2022 NFL Draft Prospects From the Big Ten To Remember<\/h2>\n<h3>Haskell Garrett, Defensive Tackle, The Ohio State University<\/h3>\n<p>Looking for a big-bodied, physical pass rusher? Well, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports-reference.com\/cfb\/players\/haskell-garrett-1.html?utm_campaign=Linker&amp;utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=linker-\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Haskell Garrett<\/a> may be the late-round prospect that fits that bill for a given team. Playing with a high-motor and projecting as a three-technique in the NFL, he has the profile of a day one starter. He weighs in at 300 lbs and stands 6\u20192\u201d, which is good size for the professional game. Further, Garrett pushed pockets for an Ohio State defense that produced 37 sacks (5.5 credited to the defensive tackle) in 2021.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Look at Haskell Garrett here. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Tdww3M1K7P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/Tdww3M1K7P<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Tony Gerdeman (@TonyGerdeman) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TonyGerdeman\/status\/912113190821036032?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">September 25, 2017<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Plagued by his spot in a porous Buckeyes defense last season, Garrett may have been a victim of staying a year too long. Last year, Garrett was drawing first round praise. Instead, he\u2019s more likely to be a Day Three pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Is it concerning that Garrett was a part of a defense that drastically regressed in 2021? Sure. However, his high ceiling will keep NFL teams interested.<\/p>\n<h3>Jake Ferguson, Tight End, Wisconsin<\/h3>\n<p>Frankly, most don\u2019t think of Wisconsin as a printing press for professional-level tight ends. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports-reference.com\/cfb\/players\/jake-ferguson-1.html?utm_campaign=Linker&amp;utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=linker-\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jake Ferguson<\/a>, however, they\u2019ve got a guy who could make a lasting impact in the NFL. Standing 6\u20195\u201d and 244 pounds, his size and strength are ideal for the professional game. Ferguson is a quality route runner who finds soft spots with ease. Granted, he\u2019s not that great after the catch, though he does have a little wiggle to his game.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Jake Ferguson choosing to return for another season is MASSIVE for the Badgers play-action in the redzone<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/OneMoreYear?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#OneMoreYear<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/XPKHBlVD4j\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/XPKHBlVD4j<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; IKE Badgers Podcast (@IKE_Badgers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/IKE_Badgers\/status\/1364932914023182343?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">February 25, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Further, picking up 450 yards and three touchdowns on 46 catches this season is a nice sample. However, there are some issues with Ferguson\u2019s blocking. Wisconsin\u2019s ground-and-pound game often calls for tight ends to stay home in pass protection. Now, in opportunities against edge rushers, Ferguson left a lot to be desired. While he does have upside and a low floor, he projects as a mid-tier tight end. However, a third round pick could be a great value spot for the talented Badger tight end.<\/p>\n<h3>Daniel Faalele, Tackle, Minnesota<\/h3>\n<p>Standing at a hulking 6\u20199\u201d and 379 pounds, you wouldn\u2019t be crazy if you assumed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports-reference.com\/cfb\/players\/daniel-faalele-1.html?utm_campaign=Linker&amp;utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=linker-\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Daniel Faalele<\/a> was a misprint on this list as an NBA Draft target. Instead, the 22-year-old tackle from Minnesota is one of the NFL\u2019s more intriguing prospects. The issue for a lot of teams? The floor looks pretty low for Faalele, who doesn\u2019t have the seasoning of an NFL tackle. His hands end up in bad spots too often and generally speaking, his technique is quite raw.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/tOHcO0NPV2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/t.co\/tOHcO0NPV2<\/a>\u2019s Daniel Jeremiah mocks Daniel Faalele to the Miami Dolphins at pick No. 26 <\/p>\n<p>\u201cFaalele is a true giant of a human being, listed by Minnesota at 6-9 and 380 pounds. I&#39;m shocked by how athletic he plays at that size.\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/DGQLSg416Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/DGQLSg416Y<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Dolphin Nation (@Dolphin_Nation) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Dolphin_Nation\/status\/1484699874646007810?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">January 22, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, the physical tools are second-to-none in this year\u2019s draft pool. Obviously, the size is a natural eye-popper here for most casual observers. Unsurprisingly, Faalele has incredible power and strength that blows defenders away when he lands his punches.<\/p>\n<h3>David Bell, Wide Receiver, Purdue<\/h3>\n<p>Perhaps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports-reference.com\/cfb\/players\/david-bell-6.html?utm_campaign=Linker&amp;utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=linker-\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">David Bell<\/a> is too big of a name to be on this list, but he\u2019s too underrated to leave off the list. Given Purdue\u2019s seventh-ranked passing offense in terms of yardage in 2021 (4,619), which isn\u2019t standard for their program. Traditionally, Purdue is one of the more archaic Big Ten offenses. Meanwhile, a prospect like David Bell can change everything that fans expect from a given offense.<\/p>\n<p>Bell is a top-tier route runner and very well might be the best at that skill in his class. Adding on, his body control within the route tree makes lives hard for defensive backs. In the NFL, when he\u2019s playing with more talented quarterbacks, that skill will make him a big-time threat. However, his lack of top-end speed and strength are the knocks to his profile. While adding speed is a big ask, adding strength is doable. Putting on some muscle will certainly help Bell unjam in press coverage.<\/p>\n<h3>Hassan Haskins, Running Back, Michigan<\/h3>\n<p>All things considered, if <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports-reference.com\/cfb\/players\/hassan-haskins-1.html?utm_campaign=Linker&amp;utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=linker-\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hassan Haskins<\/a> only had tape against Ohio State this season, he\u2019d be grading out even higher. Instead, Haskins looks like a plucky option to be an early running back to come off the board in this class. Haskins doesn\u2019t have extreme burst, but his patience and vision give him a pro-level future. Also, he&#8217;s got the goal line skillset that teams desire in a power runner.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">HASSAN HASKINS SCORES HIS FIFTH TOUCHDOWN \ud83d\udcb0 (via <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CFBONFOX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@CFBONFOX<\/a>) <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/6xyGcNRkKd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/6xyGcNRkKd<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Overtime (@overtime) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/overtime\/status\/1464693282911490050?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">November 27, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Further, his size is going to be appealing to NFL offenses. With a height of 6\u20191\u201d and weighing in at 220 pounds, he\u2019s built to be a bell cow. Additionally, he seems like a tailor-made fit for a lot of zone and power\/gap running schemes. Still, he doesn\u2019t have that superstar edge. At Michigan, he wasn\u2019t one to steal the day as a pass catcher. Also, he struggles to create if a play gets off script. Regardless, he\u2019s a talented traditional power back and will make the right team quite happy.<\/p>\n<p>The 2022 NFL Draft is coming up quite fast. In fact, it&#8217;ll only be about three months until the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/jaguars\/\" target=\"_self\">Jacksonville Jaguars<\/a> are on the clock with their first pick. For now, it&#8217;s a great chance to get to know some of the prospects. Looking at the Big Ten, there&#8217;s certainly some prospects that&#8217;ll make teams enticed. 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