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FSU DB Jalen Ramsey May Actually Be the Top Overall Prospect in 2016 Draft

February 28, 2016   ·     ·   Jump to comments

Certain positions carry a premium in the NFL draft. Quarterbacks. The left tackles whose job it is to protect said quarterbacks. And cover cornerbacks. Those positions dominate the first round. Teams covet them.
In 2016, the mantle of top cornerback prospect has been bestowed by most draftniks on Jalen Ramsey of Florida State. However, he is more than just an immensely talented young corner prospect. He's a hybrid player capable of manning any position in the secondary.
That sort of versatility carries an even higher premium in today's pass-wacky NFL of receivers sliding all over the formation and athletic, field-stretching tight ends.
And given that versatility and Ramsey's considerable gifts on the gridiron, the 6'1", 202-pounder may be more than just the top youngster in the secondary in 2016.
Ramsey may well be the draft's top prospect at any position.
On Sunday, the defensive backs will hold their interview session and hit the weights for the bench press. ...

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