Oftentimes during draft season, the same prospects are talked about over and over up until late April when the first round finally begins. In this article, I will be giving the spotlight to some of this year’s sleeper prospects. This is not to say that I am the only one that is high on these guys, but I think all of these prospects will be very talented and impactful players at the next level.
Tuli Tuipulotu. Defensive End, USC
When it comes to this year’s prospects, perhaps no position is deeper than the defensive line. In terms of sleeper prospects, no player is higher on my board than Tuipulotu. Not only is he one of the most alignment versatile front seven players in the draft, but Tuipulotu has the production to match. After having 13.5 sacks this past year at USC, I am surprised that he hasn’t received more first-round buzz. I believe Tuipulotu will be a true, down-to-down, impact player for whatever team is smart enough to draft him on day two.
Julius Brents. Cornerback, Kansas St
Brents is another guy that isn’t the type of sleeper prospect that will be on the board on day three, but he tends to be lower on most people’s boards than where I would take him. Standing at 6-foot-3 and weighing in at about 200 pounds, Brents has an incredible size for the position. Brent’s measurables and “knocks” are very similar to those of a corner prospect from last year in Tariq Woolen. Although he may not be quite as athletic, I think Brent’s length and high-point ability will make him a great outside corner at the NFL level.
Charlie Jones. Wide Receiver, Purdue
Jones, unlike the previous two prospects, has been projected almost exclusively to fall into day three of the draft. This is mainly because he is already 24 years old and doesn’t possess a great size for the position. What Jones does have however is some crisp route running, good contested catching ability, as well as high-level returning capabilities. Whoever drafts Jones will not only get a more than capable slot receiver but will also be getting a spectacular special teams player.
Zack Kuntz. Tight End, Old Dominion
If teams are looking for a size and athleticism freak, there is no better place to look at the tight end position than Kuntz. Kuntz ran a 4.55 second 40-yard-dash at 6-foot-7 and 255 pounds. Accompany that speed with 23 reps on the bench press, and you got yourself a specimen. Although he leaves a bit to be desired as an in-line blocker and true route runner, Kuntz profiles as a deadly red-zone option and dangerous downfield weapon.
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