Michigan Football 2013 NFL Draft Tracker and Analysis
The Michigan Wolverines have put more than their fair share of players in the NFL, but the 2013 draft class for this prestigious program is one of the weaker ones we have seen in a while.
Players won't be flying off the charts this time around while a majority of former Wolverines will have to wait a mighty long time if they are going to hear their name called at all.
Everybody and their mother want to know where Denard Robinson is going to end up, and he will likely go earlier than expected. However, after the explosive ex-quarterback, there are a ton of questions surrounding everybody else that played their college ball in Ann Arbor.
There may be a few diamonds in the rough with this draft class, and they will have a lot to prove as most of these guys will likely go in the later rounds.
Here is your complete Michigan 2013 NFL draft preview.
Note: This slideshow will be updated as each Wolverine is selected throughout the NFL draft.
Denard Robinson, WR
1 of 7Where He Was Selected: Fifth Round - 135th Overall to the Jacksonville Jaguars
For somebody who can contribute in as many ways as Denard Robinson, a fifth round pick is great value for Jacksonville. A team that needs help everywhere on both sides of the ball, Robinson will provide a spark offensively. The quarterback situation needs to be fixed, but some excitement will be generated with this pick.
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 199 pounds
Denard Robinson remains one of the more interesting players the NFL draft has seen in a while. We know he isn't a quarterback, but he does give you options at running back, wide receiver, cornerback and could also be a solid contributor on special teams.
His speed, big-play ability and willingness to play wherever it benefits the team most are all nice qualities to have. I love him because of his versatility and the variety of things you can do with him. Matt Miller of Bleacher Report compares him to Josh Cribbs, as you can see in the video.
William Campbell, DT
2 of 7Where He Was Selected: Sixth Round - 178th Overall to the New York Jets
If William Campbell was going to be selected in the draft, it was going to be in the later rounds. With his skill set and the upside he has been hiding over the years, Campbell has the potential to become a game changer for the Jets. He just needs somebody to push him over the hump and head coach Rex Ryan may be that guy.
Height: 6'5"
Weight: 318 pounds
William Campbell came to Ann Arbor as the next-best-thing at defensive tackle, but he didn't contribute anywhere close to what the fan base or coaching staff was expecting. He struggled with his weight throughout his career and just couldn't get things going on a consistent basis.
It is certainly going to hurt his draft stock, but he looked like he was in the best shape of his life during the Michigan pro day where he ran the 40 in 5.22 seconds, according to NFL.com.
With his combination of strength and athleticism, the ability for Campbell to be a productive NFL player is there. He just needs a coaching staff to stay on top of him.
I see a potential steal here.
Kenny Demens, LB
3 of 7Where He Was Selected: Undrafted Free Agent
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 245 pounds
Kenny Demens got off to a slow start in his college career but began to show during his senior season that he is slowly piecing things together.
Demens is capable of playing either inside or outside linebacker due to his above-average athleticism. He also has great instincts that allow him to react to the ball nicely and is almost never caught out of position.
Demens doesn't have great size and coverage in space may be challenging for him at the next level. He also isn't the best tackler in the world, as he tends to struggle in space and wrap up quicker ball carriers. That said, Demens was a durable player for Michigan and he could develop into a decent back-up in the NFL.
Matt Miller did not have Demens ranked on his NFL draft big board.
Craig Roh, DE
4 of 7Where He Was Selected: Undrafted Free Agent
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 271 pounds
Craig Roh will end up somewhere due to his overwhelming motor and the fact he will give everything he has on each and every play. There are some things that coaching staffs can't teach, and passion for the game is one of them.
Along with giving good effort, Roh has experience playing both defensive end and linebacker. He does a good job of setting the edge and his instincts allow him to find the ball quickly and make a play. His change of direction and pass-rushing skills could certainly use some work, but Roh should end up being a decent pick in the later rounds.
Matt Miller did not have Roh ranked on his NFL big board.
Patrick Omameh, OG
5 of 7Where He Was Selected: Undrafted Free Agent
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 303 pounds
This is where Michigan starts to get into the guys that will either be taken late in the draft or not selected at all.
Patrick Omameh is one of those with question marks, but that doesn't mean he does not have a future at the next level.
One of the things that Omameh brings to the table is his intelligence. With an offensive lineman, you want somebody who has a high IQ, both on and off the field, and the former Michigan guard has that. Another thing is that Omameh is strong at the point of attack, with solid NFL size at 6'4" and 303 pounds.
Omameh is a player who could thrive in the right system, preferably a zone-blocking scheme.
Matt Miller did not have Omameh on his NFL big board.
Jordan Kovacs, S
6 of 7Where He Was Selected: Undrafted Free Agent
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 202 pounds
I don't care where Jordan Kovacs ends up or if he is even drafted at all, he will have a future somewhere in the NFL.
This is a player who has had to prove himself his entire life and has passed every test so far. You can't keep a player who is this committed and determined out of the league.
Kovacs isn't the most athletic player in the world and his small frame doesn't do him any favors either. However, he is an aggressive player who flies all over the field and sheds blocks to make plays in the backfield.
He reacts to the ball well and seems to have a nose for the football. Kovacs also had a brilliant pro day and ended up beating teammate Denard Robinson in workouts.
Matt Miller did not rank Kovacs on his NFL big board.
Roy Roundtree, WR
7 of 7Where He Was Selected: Undrafted Free Agent
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 177 pounds
Roy Roundtree was an extremely productive receiver for Michigan throughout his career, especially back in 2010 when he caught 72 passes and had seven touchdowns.
Still, none of that was enough to put him on many NFL draft boards, meaning he will wait a while to hear his name called.
His size at 6'0", 177 pounds isn't going to stand out and his speed isn't anything special. Roundtree is more of a quick receiver who plays much bigger than his size indicates.
He doesn't mind going across the middle to make those tough receptions and has an intense competitiveness. If he is going to carve out a successful NFL career, however, Roundtree must fix some of the drop issues he has had throughout his career.
Matt Miller did not have Roundtree on his NFL draft board.
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