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Likely NFL destinations for former Mississippi State standouts

APR 30, 2015 1:35p ET

APR 30, 2015 1:35p ET

The Bulldogs achieved unprecendented success last season on the strength of several key seniors and redshirt juniors. With their time in Starkville at an end, these players are set to embark on the next chapter of their football careers in the NFL.

Local reporters from the Clarion Ledger recently gave some insight into where they think the former Bulldogs could land.

Benardrick McKinney

Mississippi State's defensive play caller last season, McKinney excels as a run stopping inside linebacker. At 246 lbs, McKinney may be too large to stay on the field in passing situations in the NFL, but his knowledge and leadership combine with his ability to make an outstanding early down linebacker.