Top 100 Undrafted Free Agents (1-20)

Every year, 250 or so players have their life-long dreams fulfilled, and are selected in the NFL Draft. Other NFL hopefuls, however, aren't as lucky and are forced to sign as UDFA (Undrafted Free Agents) with teams around the league. Often times though, these overlooked players who are deemed too short, too slow, too troublesome, etc turn out to be far more valuable to their teams than any drafted players are.

Below is a list of who I deem the 100 best UDFA's available...

1.) Donovan Warren-CB-Michigan: Thought by some to be a legitimate 1st round prospect earlier in the year,but a slow 40 (4.59) at the combine overshadowed seasons worth of great play.

2.) Jarrett Brown-QB-West Virginia: Has all the upside in the world; rocket arm, extremely athletic, accurate, good height and build, but just lacks experience (1 year starter) and comes from a spread offense.

3.) LaGarrette Blount-RB-Oregon: Is he a head case? Yes. That being said, he is very gifted as a runner, and could be a 10+ TD goal line back for a team in his career. Most impressive back at the Senior Bowl this year.

4.) Danario Alexander-WR-Missouri: Started over former 1st round pick Jeremy Maclin earlier in his career. I think he is a very similar player to Broncos 1st round pick Demaryius Thomas, and could even have a better career. 113 receptions, 1,781 yards, 14 TDs last year. Some knee worries

5.) Blair White-WR-Michigan State: Projected to go between 4th and 6th rounds. Good height/weight/speed player with decent hands. Hard worker. Not very quick though.

6.) Jeremy Williams-WR-Tulane: Has some injury concerns, and isn't terribly fast (4.57 at 6'0" and 206 pounds) but is a very capable receiver.

7.) Jevan Snead-QB-Ole Miss: Should have stayed in school one more year, but has all the tools you look for in an NFL QB, but falls under the "Million Dollar Arm, 10 cent head" category as of now.

8.) Rashawn Jackson-FB-Virginia: Has some character concerns (burglary in '09) but is a supremely talented blocker and decent runner/receiver.

9.) Jay Ross-DT-East Carolina: Trimmed down a ton in the months proceeding the draft, and was able to break the 5.00 barrier at his Pro Day. No longer a NT prospect due to the weight loss, but could be a great 5 technique in a 3-4, or 3 technique in a 4-3.

10.) Brandon Lang-DE/OLB-Troy: 20 sacks in the last two years at Troy, but stock plummeted with a 4.96 40 at the combine.

11.) Ciron Black-OT/OG-LSU: A year ago, he was being projected as a first round pick, but had a rough senior year for unknown reasons. Could be a productive guard or right tackle in the NFL though.

12.) Brandon Carter-OG-Texas Tech: The crazy guy with all of the eye-black that played for Tech. Has the potential/meanness to be a mauler, and is also an experienced pass protector. Good mental makeup for the position.

13.) LaMarcus Coker-RB-Hampton: Tennessee transfer after four, yes four, failed drug tests in 2 years. Revived his career at Hampton and has been out of trouble/drugs for a while now. Exceptionally talented.

14.) Joe Pawalek-LB-Baylor: Classic throwback player. Tough nosed and smart. Lacks NFL athleticism. Should be a good backup/special team player if nothing more.

15.) Sergio Render-OG-VT: Good size for the position. Lacks great athleticism though, and has an injury history.

16.) Greg Paulus-QB-Syracuse: Love him for many reasons. Mobility, awareness, natural ability, smarts. Would have been a 1st round pick if he only focused on football in college. Great developmental QB.

17.) Stafon Johnson-RB-USC: If not for an unfortunate weight-lifting accident, probably would have been picked in round 5 or earlier.

18.) Brandon Banks-WR/KR-Kansas State: Amazing quickness, agility, and speed. Serious lack of size (under 150 pounds). Could be a top 5 kick/punt returner despite size, but won't be able to get off press coverage as a receiver.

19.) Shawnbrey McNeal-RB-SMU: Shifty and quick. Good to very good hands. Lacks size. Could be a productive scat-back/3rd down back/ slot receiver/returner in the league though.

20.) Freddie Barnes-WR-Bowling Green: Lacks NFL athleticism, but obviously just knows how to get open, and has exceptional hands. 155 catches, 1700+ yards, 19 TDs last year.