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It's a prediction on Rookie of the Year. So ya, the pick isn't gonna have any carries.

The Football Educator's Brandon Thorn states his case for Ameer Abdullah winning Offensive Rookie of the Year as long as a few pieces fall into place. Full article: http://www.thefootballeducator.com/2015-nfl-predictions-offensive-roy/ Detroit’s offensive line is a formidable unit that ranked 14th overall by ProFootballFocus.com in 2014. Despite their impressive ranking as a unit, the team finished 28th in total rushing. This was due to the fact that a running back didn’t match the level of play the offensive line performed at. This offensive line boasts one of the more impressive interior three (guard, center, guard) depth charts in the entire NFL with a collection of road-grading, overpowering players along with young, promising players. The team made it a point to address their offensive line in the offseason by trading for Denver Broncos OG Manny Ramirez and spending their first-round pick on OG Laken Tomlinson from Duke University. Ramirez started every game for Denver in the last two seasons while Tomlinson is a player who was a four-year starter while earning 52 starts in a brilliant college career. Tomlinson will enter camp battling for a starting guard spot but could very well slide inside to center if former third-round pick Travis Swanson doesn’t continue to improve. The bottom line with this unit is that they have many possible starting combinations on the inside, while only having one real question mark which is at right tackle. It is a safe assumption to say that this unit will improve from an already solid one in 2014 to an even better one in 2015. Read more: http://www.thefootballeducator.com/2015-nfl-predictions-offensive-roy/#ixzz3h89dfVJB

Not a huge fan of the comparison, but the statement I'm behind.

He can definitely learn to pick his spots in the NFL if that's what you're asking. Its a fine line between picking your spots and playing balls to the wall like he does, though. I lean more towards him going all out. He's short but he's stocky and in immaculate shape. I think he can take more than most do.

TFE's NFL Draft Lead writer Brandon Thorn breaks down one of his top rated RBs for the 2015 NFL Draft with an in-depth, NFL style scouting report. This is the first of many prospects that are completed using this format. Feedback is very much appreciated! http://www.thefootballeducator.com/ameer-abdullah-nebraska/ Summary:Abdullah has been the bell cow back for the Cornhuskers since taking over the starting role as a sophomore in 2012 (three-year starter). Ameer set numerous school-records including the only player in history to rush for three 1,000 yard seasons and he finished as the school’s second all-time leading rusher. He finished his career with 813 carries, 4,588 yards, 5.6 YPC, 39 TD, 73 receptions, 690 yards, 7 TD, 1592 return yards, 26.1 YPR. Ameer’s senior season (2014) he finished with 264 carries, 1,611 yards, 6.1 ypc, 19 TDs, 22 receptions, 269 yards, 3 TDs, 14 returns, 392 yards, 28.0 avg. He also received his degree in history in 3 1/2 years. Abdullah is a dynamic, do-it-all player who wins with effort as much as explosion and quicks. His fearless mentality on the field allows him to be a very effective cut blocker, inside runner, and tackle breaker. Ameer looks to run inside first, but once in the open-field, look out. He runs low, which paired with his sculpted, compact frame gives him the leverage advantage against almost any defender. Arm tackles do not work against him and he initiates contact much more than he receives it. His two biggest strengths are his vision and decisiveness. He identifies the right hole consistently and wastes no time attacking it. His acceleration out of his first cut and jump cut is devastating. Ameer is a smooth route-runner and receiver out of the backfield, displaying soft hands that he uses to make the routine and difficult catch seamlessly. Aside from some fumbling issues his first three years that he cleaned up his Sr. year, his lack of overpowering size to run between the tackles at the next level is my only other concern. He could easily handle another 5-10 pounds of weight, making his body capable of being a feature back. By all accounts from college, he would be a great teammate and addition to the locker room as well. Ameer is a top 32 prospect for me with legitimate value near the end of round 1, worst-case middle of round 2. He’s the type of player who will likely get overlooked and be a steal after round 1. Value – Top 30 Projection – Top 50 Pro Comp = Ahmad Bradshaw

TFE's NFL Draft Lead writer Brandon Thorn breaks down his #1 rated edge player for the 2015 NFL Draft with an in-depth, NFL style scouting report. Feedback is very much appreciated! Full Report - http://www.thefootballeducator.com/randy-gregory-nebraska/ RG is a freakish athlete who has tremendous size with a narrow but muscular body-type. He has long arms & aggressive hands that he uses to maintain separation at the POA to locate the ball. Surprisingly aggressive & physical when shedding blocks, rarely getting overpowered off the LOS, but it does happen from time to time due to lack of sand. Excellent in pursuit where his high motor & outstanding speed really get to shine. He’s an explosive tackler who meets ballcarriers with an attitude and wraps up consistently. He is noticeably late out of his stance in every game I watched, usually 4-5 times each tape. This is hard to figure out why and since it still happens frequently late in the year, is somewhat disconcerting. Despite occasionally being late off the snap, Gregory is a very well-developed pass-rusher who wins in a variety of ways. He consistently keeps his pad level low out of his stance which enables him to dictate the outcome more often than not. His coordination and foot fire allow him to get OL off balance which sets up his array of moves. RG is very skilled with his hands and has a nice rip, spin, swim, and bullrush capabilities. He loves crossing the OL’s face and can get skinny on the inside where most of his sacks have come by way of his swim move. His closing speed/short-area burst is impeccable and he made a play vs Miami that summed this up well where a RB attempted to cut him off of play-action. Gregory was standing up on the right side as the QB hiked the ball & faked a handoff to the RB, who after the fake immediately went for RGs’ knees. RG used his incredible quickness/agility to juke the RB out, leap over him, regain his traction almost instantly and throw the QB down for a sack. He made it look effortless & put on full display his athletic prowess. Despite playing ILB in the 3-4 several times each game (where he was a very effective blitzer, beating slower OL with his excellent speed/agility) there wasn’t enough tape to see him turn his hips and cover. This will be an area that gets tested at the Combine & his pro day. Overall, the way Gregory is used at Nebraska translates almost perfectly to the NFL. The difference is he is best suited as a 3-4 OLB not a 4-3 DE, at least initially, due to the need to add more weight. He is scheme versatile with the ability to be used as a queen on a defensive chess board in the front 7, lining up virtually anywhere and having an impact from day 1. Pro Comp = Aldon Smith Hit me up on Twitter for more in-depth reporting @VeteranScout

Follow me @OneDayGM on Twitter, I give insight on my film work daily. Lots of Nebraska love, too. Abdullah is one of my personal favorites this year. About to start breaking down more WRs soon too and get into Kenny Bell. Thanks guys!

I agree with some things, I think Gregory is overrated as a pass rusher, see his game against michigan in 2013 when he faced Taylor Lewan, a taste of what the pros are like. I predict 2nd round pick. You're right, the '13 tape vs Lewan he wasn't strong enough to get off blocks. Every '14 tape I saw he made strides in that aspect and didn't have a game nearly like that Michigan game the previous year. He's gotten a lot better from '13-'14 and only has had 2 years of D1 football. He is going to continue to get better. He's my #1 edge rusher so far.

I agree with you. I think this is a terrible draft class for QB's. Tampa and Tennessee picked the wrong year to be terrible. I think Mariota has some legitimate on the field questions - anticipation, accuracy, ability to throw a guy open - simple because he didn't have to develop those skills in Oregon's wide open offense. However, he appears to be extremely coachable and he has a boat load of talent you can't teach. He's smart and has a good enough arm. Then Winston has the off the field questions but less on the field questions. I like Winston more personally, but I do my mock drafts based on what I hear around the league. My big board is for my personal rankings based off film study. I have both on the website and soon I will have individual scouting reports.

Ameer is just fine. The only problem is that the NFL doesn't draft RB's like they used to. It hasn't worked out well taking RB's high in the draft at a position that has such a short shelf life. I think he'll go either late in the second round or the third round. Gregory is a gamble. He's good against the pass. He's shown he isn't very good against the run. This might be coaching, or it might be something else. I'm sure he'll be a top 10 pick, but I also won't be surprised if we see his name as a draft bust five or ten years from now. Am I the only one that thinks Gregory was a lot better against the run then he gets credit for.... His best quality is easily rushing the passer, but I though he held up fine against the run, and his ability to catch a RB from behind the play is pretty incredible. I think you're spot on. I wrote a scouting report on him a couple weeks ago (I watched 6 full games) and he was surprisingly stout vs the run. He uses his length so well to keep OL off his body. He has a few things needing refinement, but he has all the tools. I can't wait till my reports get posted online of Ameer and RG so I can show you guys. I LOVE both guys.

This seems like the general consensus on both guys. I agree, to an extent. Abdullah's vision, burst, decisiveness, hands, and motor all are very special. I think he can thrive in the right role and by another ray rice type with maybe less power but more wiggle. Gregory is a stud athletically and his ceiling is sky high. He need some refinement but he's very much in the mold of Aldon Smith and I think he can be that good. Again, situations are huge, no different for whatever one these two get drafted in.

One Cornhusker in round-1, but stay tuned for round-2 which will definitely have more. Feedback os much appreciated. Thank you! http://www.thefootballeducator.com/2015-nfl-mock-draft-round-1-jan-5/

I don't think Abdullah will be a first-round pick, but in my personal rankings (which this big board is) I think he's a top 32 player. But I have more film study to go, so this can change.

Hey everyone, I am the NFL Draft leader writer for The Football Educator run by former GM of the Denver Broncos Ted Sundquist & I am beginning to get my top 5, big board, and mock draft on the site for 2015. I wanted to come here and share what I think of some Cornhuskers. I am very high on both Randy Gregory & Ameer Abdullah, just thought you guys would appreciate it and if anything, enjoy this website in general. Please feel free to drop a comment to me @OneDayGM on Twitter. Thanks. http://www.thefootballeducator.com/brandon-thorns-2015-nfl-draft-big-board-jan-1/