The 2016 NFL Scouting Combine kicks off next week in Indianapolis. There will be 332 prospects in attendance ready to impress scouts, coaches and executives. While you’re probably familiar with the Joey Bosas and Jared Goffs of the world, there are 10 sleeper prospects you should keep your eye on next week who could dominate the combine.
10. WR Pharoh Cooper, South Carolina
Getty ImagesCooper got lost in the shuffle because of South Carolina's struggles last season, but he's an explosive playmaker who will be selected higher than he's projected. He nearly put up 1,000 yards receiving in 2015 despite catching passes from Perry Orth.
9. TE Tyler Higbee, Western Kentucky
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Higbee is a former receiver who put on some weight to move to tight end during his senior year. He's quite possibly the best pass-catching tight end in this draft and has shown a willingness to block. Higbee could be a major steal this year.
8. DE Kamalei Correa, Boise State
Getty ImagesCorrea is still extremely raw as a pass rusher, but he does a great job in the run game of setting the edge. Once he can get some correct teaching from NFL coaches on how to use his hands, he will become a dominant pass rusher.
7. WR Tajae Sharpe, Massachusetts
Getty ImagesComing from a small school, there's a good chance you haven't heard Sharpe's name, but that will change next week. He put up 111 catches for 1,319 yards in 2015 and has a chance to shine next week with a great workout.
6. RB Tyler Ervin, San Jose State
Getty ImagesErvin has the ability to bust games open with his speed, but he will need to put on a little weight to avoid getting hurt at the next level. If he can do that, he can be a huge steal as he's a true all-purpose back and returner.
5. RB Devontae Booker, Utah
Getty ImagesInjuries derailed Booker's 2015 campaign, but he has everything NFL teams want in a running back. Outside Ezekiel Elliott, I think Booker's the most well-rounded back in this class and could easily be a starter from Day 1 if he's healthy.
4. QB Nate Sudfeld, Indiana
Getty ImagesThis year's quarterback class is weak at the top, but there are a few sleepers who could end up having good careers. Sudfeld is one of those guys. Watch for him to surprise some experts next week at the combine.
3. CB Maurice Canady, Virginia
Getty ImagesCanady has the size to play safety but can also bump down and play slot corner. That versatility is going to serve him well in the NFL, and he could really improve his draft stock with a great showing next week at the combine.
2. WR Sterling Shepard, Oklahoma
Getty ImagesShepard has great hands, runs polished routes and understands how to get open. Unfortunately, he's currently projected to go in the middle rounds because of concerns about his size and straight-line speed. He'll make some team very happy.
1. S Karl Joseph, West Virginia
Getty ImagesJoseph is small for a safety and is coming off of a torn ACL which has him projected to go in the second or third round. Whichever team selects him will receive a first-round talent. This guy is an enforcer and a ball-hawk who will excel in the NFL.
