This year, NFL Draft Zone has grown to new levels, so we here would like to share our top 10 lists for all of our followers. I would like to introduce you all to our writers in this segment as well. Shaun DePasquale came on board after helping over at Pro Football Zone and has extensive knowledge of the draft process. Jordan Norcutt has been a member of NDZ for a while and is another key asset to the site, who has great knowledge of the football industry.
Here is our top 10 list of players that we believe are the best of the best, if you have twitter and want to follow us, feel free to do so by just click our names in the top 10 list, which will take you to our twitter pages. We hope you enjoy.
-While our lists differ from start to finish, There is no way I can turn my head on a kid like Jarvis Jones. Both Jones and Barkley are the two most polished players in the upcoming draft. I have them 1 and 2, but they are tied in my opinion. I give the edge to Jones because he dominated the SEC as a pass rusher. – Damond Talbot
-In a draft class without a true #1 QB, nor a consensus dominant pass rusher, Luke Joeckel is my top prospect. Technique, size and domination of the highest level of CFB make Joeckel the best option. Has the appearance of a cornerstone LT. – Shaun DePasquale
-Joeckel will indefinitely become a franchise left tackle and anchor the spot on whichever team takes him. His talent stands out as a very athletic player with nimble feet to navigate oncoming pash rush. He relies on his excellent pass protection but his run blocking must improve to complete his game. – Jordan Norcutt
| NFL Draft Zone Writer’s Top Ten Players in 2013 NFL Draft | |||
| Damond Talbot | Shaun DePasquale | Jordan Norcutt | |
| 1st | Jarvis Jones – Georgia | Luke Joeckel – Texas A &M | Luke Joeckel – Texas A&M |
| 2nd | Matt Barkley – USC Trojans | Star Lotulelei – Utah | Star Lotulelei – Utah |
| 3rd | Chance Warmack – Alabama | Damontre Moore – Texas A&M | Damontre Moore – Texas A&M |
| 4th | Luke Joeckel – Texas A&M | Chance Warmack – Alabama | Björn Werner – Florida State |
| 5th | Eric Fisher – Central Michigan | Eric Fisher – Central Michigan | Dee Milliner – Alabama |
| 6th | Björn Werner – Florida State | Sharrif Floyd – Florida | Kenny Vaccaro – Texas |
| 7th | Sharrif Floyd – Florida | Cordarrelle Patterson – Tenn. | Ezekiel Ansah – BYU |
| 8th | Manti T’eo – Notre Dame | Jonathan Cooper – UNC | Lane Johnson – Oklahoma |
| 9th | Geno Smith – West Virginia | Sheldon Richardson – Missouri | Matt Barkley – USC |
| 10th | Dee Milliner – Alabama | Kenny Vaccaro – Texas | Manti T’eo – Notre Dame |
2 comments
Donovan James
March 15, 2013 at 5:14 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
1.Luke Joeckel
2. Dion Jordan
3. Sharif Floyd
4. Eric Fisher
5. Star Lotulelei
6. Dee Milliner
7. Ziggy Ansah
8. Damontre Moore
9. Matt Barkley
10. Jarvis Jones
Mikie
April 14, 2013 at 4:03 pm (UTC -5) Link to this comment
1.Luke Joeckel
2.Eric Fisher
3.Dion Jordan
4.Sharrif Floyd
5.DeMarcus Milliner
6.Lane Johnson
7.Jonathan Cooper
8.Barkevious Mingo
9.Star Lotulelei
10.Ezekiel Ansah