AAC Preview: 2021 NFL Draft prospects to watch and team predictions

Josh Keatley takes a dive into the win totals and top prospects for each AAC team in 2020

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UCF Knights- Vegas Win Total- 10.5

Another tight total, but UCF is legit and looks even better this season after recording ten wins last season. Josh Heupel has done a wonderful job as head coach and has kept the Knights close in every contest as evidenced by the fact that their three losses last season were by a combined seven points. This is a team that has the drive and talent to be AAC champs and go to a New Year’s Six Bowl. Prediction- Over 10.5

Top Prospects

Richie Grant, S, 6-0, 194 pounds, Sr.: Grant is a star and is already being mocked in the first round of many online Drafts. He is a top-flight prospect and coming back for his redshirt senior season should only help his stock.

Cole Schneider, G, 6-4, 312 pounds, Jr.: Only a junior, Schneider is arguably one of the best guards in the country and already has a ton of experience. He checks many of the boxes you look for in an early round interior line selection.

Aaron Robinson, CB, 6-1, 193 pounds, Sr.: An All-AAC selection, Robinson actually shined brighter than Grant last season and although Robinson plays the nickel role on the slot, he is phenomenal and warrants a deep look.