Top 5 players by position
A look at Mel Kiper's top five NFL prospects at each position.
Updated: February 1, 2006, 1:31 PM ET
By
Mel Kiper Jr. | Special to ESPN Insider
Feb. 1, 2006 | Now that the Senior Bowl is over, here is a look at the Top 5 by position, based on seniors and underclassmen who have declared for the NFL draft.
Quarterbacks
1. Matt Leinart, USC
2. Vince Young, Texas (Junior)
3. Jay Cutler, Vanderbilt
4. Brodie Croyle, Alabama
5. Charlie Whitehurst, Clemson
1. Matt Leinart, USC
2. Vince Young, Texas (Junior)
3. Jay Cutler, Vanderbilt
4. Brodie Croyle, Alabama
5. Charlie Whitehurst, Clemson
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