Kroger had a fantastic fall camp showing off his great hands, which are greatly needed in Rich Rodriguez's offensive scheme. Junior Carson Butler is a very up and down player, making a big play one snap and getting called for a false start the next, so Kroger could definitely get some playing time.
Wide Receiver
1. DeVier Posey (Ohio State)
Posey committed early to Ohio State and never wavered. Posey has great speed, and although the Buckeyes already have Brian Hartline, Brian Robiskie, and Brandon Saine pulling in the passes, Posey will get on the field too. Once he gets downfield, nobody will be able to catch him.
2. Fred Smith (Michigan State)
Smith had scholarship offers from most of the Big Ten schools, but in the end he chose the Spartans, where he figured he could get some early playing time. Smith has great route-running ability and could become a factor in the Spartans offense quickly.
Offensive Line
1. Mike Adams (Ohio State)
Ohio State's class included three amazing linemen, headlined by Adams. He is ranked as the number one lineman in the nation and is being called the best lineman to come out of Ohio in years. Adams could start right away, but like most offensive tackles he might have to wait a year.
2. Dann O'Neill (Michigan)
O'Neill was the best player coming out of Michigan this year. He has the size of Jake Long, and his quick feet could get him playing time right away. He also had a very strong fall camp, showing that he is a great run blocker, which makes him ideal for Rodriguez's offense.
3. Graham Pocic (Illinois)
Graham is a 6'7", 316-lb. beast who is very quick on his feet. He had a strong fall camp, and Illinois quarterback Juice Williams is going to need all the protection he can get now that Rashard Mendenhall has departed for the NFL. Pocic could start right away or could get redshirted like most offensive linemen.
Defense
Defensive Line
1. Tyler Westhal (Wisconsin)
Westhal is a huge weakside defensive end who has a quick first step and is a great pass-rusher. Wisconsin's secondary isn't the best in the conference, so they are in desperate need of some pressure on the quarterback. Westhal might be the key.
2. Mike Martin (Michigan)
Martin isn't the best defensive tackle in his class, but Michigan is desperate to get freshmen playing time, and we could see Martin get in there when Terrance Taylor needs a break. Martin, also a nationally-ranked wrestler, is very quick and can get to the quarterback fast.
Linebackers
1. Marcus Witherspoon (Michigan)
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