2012 NFL Scouting Combine: Ranking the 10 Most Intriguing Small School Prospects

The following 10 players are among the most intriguing small school prospects that will be on display at the end of this month at the 2012 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

For the full listing of players invited to the Combine, Rob Rang has one over at CBS Sports.   

QB B.J. Coleman, Tennessee-Chattanooga

A transfer from Tennessee, Coleman projects as a top-10 quarterback in the 2012 class. He was physically impressive at the East-West Shrine Game and could end up being a fifth-round or better draft pick in April.

QB Aaron Corp, Richmond

Many will remember Corp as the guy who originally beat out Matt Barkley at USC. A broken leg ended his season in 2009 and he transferred to Richmond shortly thereafter. At 6'3", Corp stands tall in the pocket and delivers the ball with stunning accuracy. 

LB Demario Davis, Arkansas State

An All-Sun Belt Conference performer, Davis earned himself a trip to the Senior Bowl. Once in Mobile, Davis had an impressive showing. If he can continue his momentum at the Combine, Davis could start a steady climb up draft boards. 

RB Jewel Hampton, Southern Illinois

Hampton began his career at Iowa with a breakout freshman season behind Shonn Greene, but a torn ACL cost him the next fall. Fully rehabbed, Hampton then tore his other ACL soon after returning to the field. After transferring to Southern Illinois, Hampton stayed healthy and was a productive runner for the Salukis.

S Asa Jackson, Caly Poly

Jackson was a two-time All-Great West pick, but his size (5-'11", 188 pounds) could be an issue at the next level. In an era where safety play is so important for so many reasons, the position will be in demand. Jackson has to show in Indy that he has the physical skills to make up for any size deficiency. 

S Janzen Jackson, McNeese State

Jackson enrolled at McNeese State after being dismissed by Tennessee before the 2011 season. A highly recruited safety prospect, Jackson has all the tools and size of an NFL safety. He'll get grilled during interviews by NFL teams interested in his questionable football character.

CB Josh Norman, Coastal Carolina

Norman burst onto the scene with an impressive showing at the East-West Shrine Game. Based on that performance alone, Norman could be a top-100 pick. It should be interesting to see what his numbers are and how they effect his stock moving forward. 

WR Brian Quick, Appalachian State

Many had high expectations for Quick at the Senior Bowl, but he failed to show that he was ready for that challenge. Still, Quick was a highly productive receiver who has the physical skills to contribute as a slot option. He'll want good numbers, especially in the 40-yard-dash, to calm any fears.

CB Janoris Jenkins, North Alabama

I'm sure you've heard of this guy. After being dismissed from Florida, Jenkins caught on at North Alabama and had an incident-free season. At the Senior Bowl, Jenkins erased any concerns that his skill level dropped by playing a level lower. He should be the top pick on this list. 

CB Dwight Bentley, Louisiana-Lafayette

There isn't a lot of size here (5'10", 175 pounds) but Bentley showed late at the Senior Bowl that he can play with anyone. He can put his hands on receivers and stick with receivers considerably bigger than himself. Keep an eye on him at the Combine—Bentley could ensure he's a top-100 pick with good times.