MAACO Bowl Scouting: Brandon Burton vs. Kellen Moore and Boise State

The MAACO Bowl may not get you excited. It is not a catchy name. It is not in a traditional football town. I'm not even sure who or what the sponsor is.

This I do know: The game will feature one first-round draft pick and two second-round receivers who have the talent to excel in the NFL.

Here is a look at the players to watch tonight (December 22nd, 8 pm EST, ESPN).

Kellen Moore, QB, Boise State

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NEW YORK - DECEMBER 11: 2010 Heisman Trophy candidate Kellen Moore of the Boise State University Broncos speaks at a press conference at The New York Marriott Marquis on December 11, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)

Kellen Moore may have been a Heisman Trophy candidate as a junior, but let's make one thing clear: He is not an NFL prospect at quarterback.

Moore lacks the size and arm strength to compete the next level. When comparing him to past college quarterbacks, look at Danny Wuerffel or Major Applewhite for a projection of Moore's NFL prospects.

One hell of a college quarterback, Kellen Moore has one season of football left, and then it is on to coaching.

Titus Young, WR, Boise State

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BOISE, ID - NOVEMBER 19: Titus Young #1 kisses and Brandyn Thompson #13 of the Boise State Broncos carries the Milk Can, which is the Boise State - Fresno State rivalry trophy, at Bronco Stadium on November 19, 2010 in Boise, Idaho. (Photo by Otto Kitsi

Kellen Moore may not hear his name called on draft weekend, but Titus Young will—and he may not have to wait long to hear it.

Young is a dynamic talent. We hate to admit it, but if he played in the SEC, Young would be a household name.

An undersized, slot-style receiver, Young is also a dangerous return man. Expect a big game tomorrow, but also look for Young to make a name for himself in the offseason.

Austin Pettis, WR, Boise State

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LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 06: Boise State Broncos fans cheer after wide receiver Austin Pettis #2 scores a touchdown against the Virginia Tech Hokies at FedExField on September 6, 2010 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)

We hope to see a few matchups tomorrow night between Pettis and Utah cornerback Brandon Burton. The showdown would feature a top five cornerback versus the NCAA's top slot receiver in Pettis.

As a professional prospect, Pettis is intriguing. He is not a huge player, but he has a Wes Welker-like appeal as a multi-purpose threat at receiver. Put him in the slot, out wide and on special teams. Just let him make plays.

Brandyn Thompson, CB, Boise State

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GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 04: Brandyn Thompson #13 of the Boise State Broncos runs into the endzone after a 50-yard interception return for a touchdown in the first quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs during the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl at the Universtity of P

If you like watching for potential late-round sleepers, keep an eye on Thompson. He has the size, speed and experience to make a run at being drafted if he has a solid game tomorrow night.

The momentum Thompson can build in one solid bowl game will only help fuel his offseason success. Currently rated as a late seventh-round pick, Thompson needs a big game tomorrow.

Billy Winn, DT, Boise State

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GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 04: (R-L) Brandyn Thompson #13 of the Boise State Broncos celebrates with teammate Billy Winn #90 after Thompson's 50-yard interception return for a touchdown in the first quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs during the Tostitos Fi

Not much is said about the Boise State defense, but Winn is a budding star.

Only a junior, Winn has caught the eye of 3-4 defense scouts and coaches. At 6'4" and 288 lbs., he has the perfect frame for the three-man front.

Watch him tomorrow night—he is No. 90—and prepare to be impressed.

Nate Potter, OT, Boise State

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GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 04: Nate Potter #73, Joe Kellogg #61 and Tommy Gallarda #85 of the Boise State Broncos and other teammates shake hands with their fans after their 17-10 victory against the TCU Horned Frogs during the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl at the Un

The best player on the field tomorrow night will be Kellen Moore. The best NFL prospect on the field will be Potter.

A big, agile left tackle, Potter has people remembering Ryan Clady's tenure on smurf turf.

Potter is ideal for the zone blocking scheme run by many teams today. He is currently "on the fence" about entering the 2011 NFL Draft. Should he enter, he would be a first-round pick.

Eddie Wide, RB, Utah

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SAN DIEGO - NOVEMBER 20: Running back Eddie Wide #36 of the Utah Utes reaches the ball over the goal line to score the winning touchdown on a one yard carry in the fourth quarter against the San Diego State Aztecs at Qualcomm Stadium on November 20, 2010

A thousand-yard rusher in 2009, Wide had a down year in 2010 while splitting carries with Matt Asiata.

Wide is the lightning to Asiata's thunder in the Utah offense. He has speed and some agility, but Wide is not a game-breaking running back. He does add value as a receiver.

With Utah's starting quarterback Jordan Wynn out tomorrow night, look for the Utes to lean heavily on the run game.

Matt Asiata, RB, Utah

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SAN DIEGO - NOVEMBER 20: Running back Matt Asiata #4 of the Utah Utes carries the ball against defensive back Nat Berhe #20 of the San Diego State Aztecs at Qualcomm Stadium on November 20, 2010 in San Diego, California. Utah won 38-34. (Photo by Steph

Asiata is the power in the Utah offense. He is a big body with speed, but his biggest contribution is the tough running he gives them between the tackles.

Asiata is not your traditional big man. He has good hands, can make moves in the open field and is an able blocker.

Keep an eye on this big back. As the Peyton Hillis model becomes more popular, Asiata will see his stock rise.

Brandon Burton, CB, Utah

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SAN DIEGO - NOVEMBER 20: Wide receiver DeMarco Sampson #1 of the San Diego State Aztecs makes a catch over cornerback Brandon Burton #27 of the Utah Utes at Qualcomm Stadium on November 20, 2010 in San Diego, California. Utah won 38-34. (Photo by Steph

The Utes do not have much in the way of NFL draft prospects, but in Burton they have their first legitimate first-rounder since Alex Smith was under center.

Burton is a lockdown cover man, and he will be tested tomorrow night. Watch for matchups with Titus Young and/or Austin Pettis.

The TV feed does not show many secondary shots, but this battle will be a focus for everyone tomorrow night and could dictate the outcome of the game.