2011 NFL Draft prospects: Ga Tech Yellow Jackets

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2011 NFL Draft prospects: Ga Tech Yellow Jackets

Prospects of NFL Draft eligible Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.

Joshua Nesbitt, QB, 6-1, 217 lbs. (2010 stats: 674 passing yards, 4 INTs, 737 rushing yards, 17 TDs) - A potential Heisman Trophy candidate in 2010 and reigning ACC MVP, Nesbitt became the most prolific rushing quarterback in Georgia Tech history before suffering a broken arm that ended his season. (NFLDraftScout.com, ESPN)

Sean Bedford, C, 6-1, 281 lbs. (2010 stats: N/A) - A critical part of the Jackets' offense, Bedford earned the job of starter as a junior and was named first team All-ACC. He helped Georgia Tech lead the ACC in rushing offense and total offense in 2009. Suffered a leg injury that limited his playing time as a senior.

Anthony Allen, RB, 6-0, 230 lbs. (2010 stats: 1,059 rushing yards, 88 receiving yards, 6 TDs) - A transfer from Louisville Cardinals, Allen is physical and tough. He rushed for more than 1,000 yards and 20 touchdowns in two seasons with the Cardinals. At Tech he is asked to block more than most college RBs in triple-option offense. Shows good burst to and through the hole, especially for his size. Lacks breakaway speed. (NFLDraftScout.com, ESPN)

Mario Edwards, S, 6-1, 219 lbs. (2010 stats: 62 tackles, 1 forced fumble) - Emerged as a starter and a leader in the secondary late in 2009. The senior had a season-high 10 tackles - 6 solo - in loss to Virginia Tech. (NFLDraftScout.com)

Anthony Egbuniwe, OLB, 6-5, 265 lbs. (2010 stats: 55 tackles, 1 sack) - A transfer from Tulsa, Egbuniwe (E-boon-a-way) played mostly on special teams in 2008 and was a defensive end in 2009. The senior is thrived in the 3-4 scheme. He had a team-high seven tackles and a sack in the win over Virginia. (NFLDraftScout.com, ESPN)

Mario Butler, CB, 6-0, 184 lbs. (2010 stats: 45 tackles, 1 forced fumble, 1 INT, 1 TD) - On way to having his best career season (2009: 45 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, three pass break-ups and two interceptions). Overall technique will need polishing. Played a lot of off-man coverage in 2009 and will need work on press technique. Is willing to support the run. Drag-down tackler. (NFLDraftScout.com, ESPN)

Anthony Barnes, LB, 6-3, 248 lbs. (2010 stats: 6 tackles) - A key reserve at linebacker and defensive end, Barnes also has been key on special teams. A strong and athletic player expected to start at Tech's "Wolf" position, but has missed time due to injuries. (NFLDraftScout.com)

Scott Blair, K, 6-0, 172 lbs. (2010 stats: 15-of-17 FGs, 32 PATs) - Senior has focused solely on kicking duties after also serving as the punter in the 2008 season. He has made 88.2 percent of his kicks this season. (NFLDraftScout.com)

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Joshua Nesbitt, QB, 6-1, 217 lbs. (2010 stats: 674 passing yards, 4 INTs, 737 rushing yards, 17 TDs) - A potential Heisman Trophy candidate in 2010 and reigning ACC MVP, Nesbitt became the most prolific rushing quarterback in Georgia Tech history before suffering a broken arm that ended his season. (NFLDraftScout.com, ESPN)

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