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The Wolverines needed a reset on offense and found a catalyst in running back Kalel Mullings.

“Mullings has been a bright spot through three games,” Parson said. “He’s tied with Donovan Edwards in carries but has run for 120 more yards and one more touchdown. The 6’2”, 233-pound Mullings has NFL size and runs with every pound on his frame. He has strong contact balance to absorb hits from defenders and stays upright to get his legs out in front for extra yards.

“Mullings also has the quickness to string together multiple cuts and spin moves while evading defenders in the open field. The former linebacker (22 games played) has made the transition to running back look effortless.”

4. S Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina

Hybrid prospects often fall into one of two categories. They either become defensive weapons (e.g. Derwin James) or NFL defensive coordinators fail to use them properly (e.g. Isaiah Simmons). It’s important to have a plan for versatile defenders.

South Carolina’s Nick Emmanwori will be the next test for an organization.

“The 6’3”, 227-pound Emmanwori has an impressive frame. As a big safety who excels in the run game, he also displays very good athleticism when working in space. Emmanwori does a great job of combining the run with physicality at the point of attack when taking blocks and tackling.

“In the few games so far, he’s shown he can play deep, but he can also easily transition into the Will linebacker position.”

5. QB Kurtis Rourke, Indiana

Everyone should be paying close attention to Indiana Hoosiers football as head coach Curt Cignetti looks to work his magic at another program once again.

Quarterback Kurtis Rourke, who came over from the Ohio Bobcats program, is a big reason why things have been going so well so far.

“Rourke has been one of the best-kept secrets of the early part of this season,” Parson said. “He typically plays error-free, smart, efficient football, although he got away with one poorly thought-out pass against the UCLA Bruins.

“Through three games, the former MAC Offensive Player of the Year has completed 73.3 percent of his passes for 755 yards, seven touchdowns and zero interceptions. Rourke brings a savvy veteran feel to the passing offense, taking what the defense gives him, rarely putting the ball in jeopardy and distributing the ball to his playmakers in space. His awareness and navigation in the pocket are excellent, stepping and sliding up to let his offensive tackles wash edge rushers around the arc.

“At 6’5″, he has no trouble seeing over the offensive line and finding his receiving options at every level of the defense.”