2007 NFL Draft: Top 20 Prospects

1. Calvin Johnson, WR (Georgia Tech)

Johnson is an elite prospect with the size and speed to be a game-breaker at the NFL level. Even without a premier passer to get him the ball—and despite being keyed on by opposing secondaries—he was still a dominant force in 2006. I don't foresee him falling out of the top five.

2. JaMarcus Russell, QB (LSU)

Russell may be the most physically gifted player to ever play the quarterback position. With a cannon arm (he can throw the ball forty yards from a seated position) and a strong pocket presence, the LSU star edges out Brady Quinn as the top QB on my list. Also looks to have the inside track to go number one in April.

3. Brady Quinn, QB (Notre Dame)

Quinn is a smart and gritty QB who played in a pro-style offense under Charlie Weis at Notre Dame. A surefire top-four pick, as each of the first four teams on the clock are in dire need of a QB.

4. Joe Thomas, OT (Wisconsin)

A pure mauler—and one of the best offensive line prospects in recent memory. Thomas will be a hot commodity given the lack of elite talent among this year's group of big uglies. The Arizona Cardinals will wait with bated breath in hopes that he falls to them at five.

5. Jamaal Anderson, DE (Arkansas)

In a draft chalk-full of solid defensive ends, Anderson is the most complete player of the bunch. In college, he was strong against the run and caused havoc in the backfield on passing plays. Expect him to do more of the same on Sundays next fall.

6. Alan Branch, DT (Michigan)

Branch is a massive interior presence with good pass-rushing skills for a big man. At Michigan, he anchored one of the nation's best defensive units.

7. Adrian Peterson, RB (Oklahoma)

A true feature back with tons of talent. Injury concerns will be the only thing to keep him off the top of the draft board.

8. Ted Ginn Jr., WR (Ohio St.)

A pure burner who can return kicks. Ginn may not be the most polished receiver in the draft, but he's a game-breaker with the ability to stretch the field. His return skills make him an instant impact player. Every team would love to have him—it's only a matter of who scratches the itch first.

9. Gaines Adams, DE (Clemson)

A solid pass rusher who improved his stock with a stellar senior season. A rising star in the draft.

10. Leon Hall, CB (Michigan)

Hall may not be that elusive number-one shutdown corner, but he's as close as anyone's going to get this year.

11. LaRon Landry, S (LSU)

The top safety in a year in which safeties are high on the priority list for many teams. Won't be around for long.

12. Amobi Okoye, DT (Louisville)

The youngest player in the draft; started at Louisville at the age of sixteen. By all accounts, Okoye's ability on the field is only matched by his behavior off it. No character issues here.

13. Marshawn Lynch, RB (Cal)

An excellent back who can carry the load by himself or work in tandem with another runner. Lynch's versatility also makes him a threat in the passing game.

14. Dwayne Jarrett, WR (USC)

A giant receiver with good hands and exceptional route-running skills. Some teams may shy away from Jarrett because of the pro struggles endured by fellow Trojan ball-catcher Mike Williams.

15. Darrelle Revis, CB (Pitt)

Like most of the other top corners in this draft, Revis is more of a number-two guy—but he does have excellent coverage skills.

16. Lawrence Timmons, OLB (Florida St.)

In a draft severely hurting for linebacking talent, Timmons is the exception. With a stellar combination of size and speed, he'll make an impact wherever he ends up.

17. Quentin Moses, DE (Georgia)

At one time, Moses was this year's top-rated defensive prospect. An underachieving senior season caused him to drop well down the board—but he could be a steal if he falls to the late first round.

18. Daymeion Hughes, CB (Cal)

A good cover corner with top-notch speed. Hughes seems to play his best football against elite completion.

19. Reggie Nelson, S (Florida)

Coming off of an excellent junior season and a national title, Nelson rides his momentum into the draft looking to be one of the first defensive backs to go.

20. Kevin Kolb, QB (Houston)

The Houston signal caller is the fastest rising prospect in the draft. Kolb has the size, athletic ability, and college stats to be an elite prospect; the only question is whether he can compete against elite players.

Any glaring omissions?  Let us know who you think is a lock to go first round this year.