1. Chad Pennington, Marshall, 6-3 3/8, 229 (4.84 time in the 40-yard dash): Doesn't have a big gun but arm strength has improved over past two years. Combined with classic throwing motion and quick release, he is more than good enough. Accurate in the short and intermediate game. Terrific student of game. Work ethic, demeanor and attention to detail have been compared to Peyton Manning's intangibles package. Poised and reads coverages well. Clever ball-handler, a threat in play-action game. Despite 40-yard time and decent athleticism, not as elusive as he should be. Has really filled out physically after looking frail as a sophomore. Has huge edge over every other prospect in virtually all areas.

2. Chris Redman, Louisville, 6-2 3/4, 222 (5.37): Came out of '99 season rated nearly equal to Pennington, but has slipped badly in eyes of scouts, largely because he looks stiff, unathletic and runs poorly. In a game evolving more toward the quarterback who can move around, he's an old-fashioned pocket passer who operates best out of a seven-step drop. No one will ever doubt his toughness; hangs in against the rush and, if anything, takes too many hits. As a result, has had injury problems. Quick release but doesn't come over the top with the ball and has too many passes knocked down at the line. Streak shooter as a passer, has adequate arm strength and decent touch.

3. Tim Rattay, Louisiana Tech, 6-0 1/2, 215 (4.91): Big-time rhythm passer who posted large numbers playing in a "spread" offense that certainly inflated his statistics. Product of a gimmick system who might only be suited to playing in a similar passing game and probably has to be in an attack designed around timing. Shorter than you would like and possesses only average arm strength. Won't get a lot of RPMs even on the short passes. Despite negatives, a great competitor and leader who knows how to move ball. Accurate in the short and intermediate zones, ball will flutter on deep passes. Won't be surprising to see Bears select him, reunite him with offensive coordinator Gary Crowton, his former college coach.

4. Tee Martin, Tennessee, 6-1 5/8, 227 (4.61): Without a doubt the best athlete among all of the prospects at this position, but still has a long way to go before he becomes a solid quarterback. If some team is patient, and works tirelessly with him, could have a big upside. Lots of velocity and arm strength, but not very accurate and doesn't throw the deep ball well. Hangs too many outside passes. Gets rid of ball quickly enough but release point is inconsistent, just one of many mechanical shortcomings. Doesn't always set his feet and square his shoulders. Scored only an 11 on the Wonderlic test, so could have some problems assimilating information quickly and might require a lot of "reps." Doesn't make good adjustments and seems confused by junk defenses. Does not see the field well. All of that notwithstanding, could develop in time because he is a fierce competitor, natural leader, wants to be good. Won't be outworked. Overcame tough upbringing and neighborhood, possesses superior character. Very strong, broad shoulders, runs better than many of the tailback prospects in this draft.

5. Gio Carmazzi, Hofstra, 6-2 5/8, 224 (4.70): Began career at University of Pacific, transferred when school dropped football program. Some similarities to Rattay in that he played in run-and-shoot offense that is quarterback-friendly and produces big statistics. Bright player and a Rhodes Scholar finalist, but didn't score as well as expected on Wonderlic test. Aware in the pocket, will make good reads even on the run, but doesn't unload ball as quickly as you would like. An elongated release at times. Lacks some zip on fastball even on short passes but accurate and knows where to put the ball. Pretty nice feel in pocket but not as elusive as speed and athleticism indicate that he should be. Good size and strength, solid work habits.

6. Todd Husak, Stanford, 6-3 1/8, 216 (5.18): Arm a little better than scouts thought and, as a result of recent workouts, has risen in eyes of personnel directors over past two weeks. Might never be more than a No. 2 quarterback in NFL but smarts, decisiveness and ability to quickly grasp a playbook could keep him around for 10 years. Has played in sophisticated, pro-style passing game and that will help him. Decent release and throws the 18-yard routes with precision. When he gets in a groove, very effective off the five-step drop. Good size but not very physical or elusive and sometimes holds ball too long.

7. Tom Brady, Michigan, 6-4 3/8, 211 (5.27): Kind of a love-him or hate-him player, some teams might consider him as high as the third round and others wouldn't grab him in the seventh stanza. Tremendous leader who can rally the troops around him, tends to play better under pressure and when his team is trailing. Better game performer than practice or workout player. Isn't likely to impress anyone just standing on the sideline and throwing. Nice height but needs to add another 10-12 pounds to frail-looking frame. Alert in the pocket, can read defenses. Doesn't drive the ball into the deep seams very well but, just when you aren't expecting it, he'll make a great throw. Not very quick-footed, probably a career backup.

Joe Hamilton could be the most intriguing player in the NFL Draft.(AP)

8. Joe Hamilton, Georgia Tech, 5-10 1/4, 192 (4.82): Everyone says if he was 4 inches taller he might be the first player selected overall. That's probably not the case, but even if he was just 6 feet tall, he might be taken in the first round. Might have been the most valuable player in all of college football in '99 and it will be interesting to see how many games Tech wins without him in 2000. Played in a multiple-set offense that even featured an option-game package, so no denying his ability to comprehend the playbook. Simply a winner. Throws a little bit from behind his ear, but has enhanced his arm strength last two years and fairly accurate in the short and intermediate zones. Incredibly elusive, ability to create plays when things break down on him. Because of his height, almost has to go to a team willing to implement a package that permits him to get outside the pocket. Plays a lot on instinct. Better athlete than Doug Flutie, not as much arm strength. One of most intriguing players in entire draft.

9. Marc Bulger, West Virginia, 6-1 5/8, 208 (5.02): Looked like solid prospect after '98 season but suffered injuries and loss of confidence last season and that will hurt him. Plays taller in the pocket than his physical measurements, but skinny frame takes a beating. Threw the ball on time and in rhythm two years ago, looked as poised as anyone in the country, appeared to be on rise. But was completely different player in '99 and scouts didn't like his "happy feet" and propensity for backing down from the pass rush. Didn't look off his receivers last season and threw too many passes off his back foot.

10. Doug Johnson, Florida, 6-2 3/8, 226 (4.97): Tough to say if he benefited or was hurt by the mentoring of Steve Spurrier, who constantly badgered him. Played in Gators' sophisticated and demanding offense but too often seemed overwhelmed by the expectations and the criticisms. Lost his starting job three different times over past two years, suffered broken leg in '98 and also has undergone shoulder surgery. Streaky and erratic passer but possesses arm strength and touch. Will have you marveling over some throws, scratching your head on others. Has NFL-caliber talent but has to decide if he'll pay the price to succeed at next level.

Others: Kevin Thompson (Penn State), Spergon Wynn (Southwest Texas State), Leon Murray (Tennessee State), Phil Stambaugh (Lehigh), Travis Brown (Northern Arizona), Bill Burke (Michigan State), Tim Lester (Western Michigan), Corte McGuffey (Northern Colorado), Keith Smith (Arizona), Jarious Jackson (Notre Dame), Billy Volek (Fresno State).

Rising: He might not even be drafted, but scouts suddenly are warming to Kevin Thompson of Penn State. The former Nittany Lions star has prototype size and an NFL-caliber arm but seems to play the game by the numbers. If he goes undrafted, however, we know at least three teams that will be scrambling for his phone number to sign him as a free agent.

Declining: Brigham Young's Kevin Feterik threw for 3,554 yards and 25 touchdowns in 1999 but is small and slow and lacks arm strength. He's not likely to continue the school's legacy of putting quarterbacks into the NFL and might be better suited for the CFL at this point.

Intriguing: Sean Keenan of tiny Williams College virtually has "project" stenciled across his forehead but might be worth a look. A solid athlete who was captain of the football and the basketball teams, he has good arm strength and movement skills. He could get into some team's camp and make it onto the practice squad.