2016 NFL Draft: Late-Round Prospects Who Provide Huge Upside

March 20, 2016   ·   Justis Mosqueda   ·   Jump to comments

While the majority of draft coverage revolves around first-round picks, there are times when the media need a nudging to remind them that Day 3 of the draft even exists. Everyone expects to hit on first- and second-rounders, while mid- to late-round prospects are treated as fliers—lottery tickets to impact in the league.
Just because a prospect isn't drafted with one of the top 100 picks doesn't mean there isn't talent rolling around when the NFL is in the triple digits on Saturday of the draft weekend. Plenty of projects develop with the right coaches and scheme. Who will be the next hidden gem pass-rusher like Robert Mathis? What about the next polished pass-catcher in the mold of Antonio Brown?
In an attempt to unearth some Day 3 talent in this draft class, we'll lay out eight prospects with high upside who should be available in at least the fourth round. We'll explain why a player is being viewed as being outside of the top 100, what role he can fill for an NF...

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