Small school draft prospects poised to make a big NFL impact

Posted 18 hours ago  |  By Seth Trachtman

NFL prospects from big schools get most of the press, but the league is littered with successful players from smaller college programs. These players from small schools entering the 2021 draft could make a big future impact.

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Josh Ball, OT, Marshall

Josh Ball, OT, Marshall
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A transfer from Florida State, Ball has the size to stick at tackle. Off-field issues could drop him in the draft, but Ball has the talent to be an impact player if given an opportunity.

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Tommy Doyle, OT, Miami (OH)

Tommy Doyle, OT, Miami (OH)
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Doyle has optimal size at 6-foot-6 and has the potential to be a solid Day 3 pick for a team looking for an experienced player who can step in. He played both tackle spots in college.

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D’Wayne Eskridge, WR, Western Michigan

D'Wayne Eskridge, WR, Western Michigan
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Eskridge is undersized at 5-foot-9, but his speed and route-running ability could still make him a Day 3 pick in a deep wideout class. He capped off his career with 33 catches for 768 yards and eight touchdowns in only six games last season.

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Darren Hall, CB, San Diego State

Darren Hall, CB, San Diego State
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Hall had a very productive three seasons for the Aztecs, with six picks. He’s slightly undersized at 5-foot-11, and lack of top competition might push him to the third day of the draft.

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