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2016 NFL Draft Profile: Nelson Spruce

One of the most solid receivers in Pac-12 history is without a doubt Nelson Spruce. His production in his junior year stacked him up with college football's best, with 105 catches for almost 1200 yards and 12 touchdowns, setting CU records along the way. He was limited in his 2015 campaign to just three touchdown and enters the NFL Draft as a "diamond in the rough".

Spruce doesn't rely on his speed (4.69, 40-yard dash) when making plays, but rather his hands and feet. He's a tremendous route runner who will edge out defenders to the ball and use his body to create space.