Washington Redskins – Bryan Edwards, WR, South Carolina
Simply put, Josh Doctson has yet to prove himself as a true number one receiver at the NFL level, and Washington’s wide receiving corps happens to be even thinner behind that. Thankfully, there are a number of talented wideouts who can help provide some weapons for Colt McCoy (is this 2010?) next season.
South Carolina’s Bryan Edwards is one of the most underrated wide receiver prospects in this class but don’t be surprised if his name blows up during the pre-draft process. At 6-foot-2, 205 pounds, Edwards has an excellent blend of size and athleticism that have made him a major threat in the Gamecocks’ offense.
Edwards has already eclipsed his career-high in touchdowns this season with six, and is averaging a career-high 14.9 yards per reception. Also in Edwards’ favor? He will be one of the youngest players in the upcoming draft if he decides to declare, as he played a good portion of his true freshman season for South Carolina at 17.
Edwards can win by stretching the field vertically and has ideal physicality that allow him to overpower opposing defensive backs for jump balls. If Washington is serious about landing a true number one receiving threat next season, they’d be wise to pounce on a prospect like Bryan Edwards.