From Deseret News archives:

2006 in-state draftboard

Published: Thursday, April 27, 2006 9:02 p.m. MDT
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A look at players from Utah schools who could be selected in this weekend's NFL Draft:

BYU

MANAIA BROWN

Position: Defensive tackle

Height: 6-2

Weight: 300

What they're saying: "Thick, athletic defensive lineman best on the inside, explodes off the snap with a great first step." —scout.com


FAHU TAHI

Position: Fullback

Height: 6-0

Weight: 256

What they're saying: "Quite possibly one of the most underrated fullbacks in the draft. Tahi is efficient in all areas of the game." — scout.com


TODD WATKINS

Position: Wide receiver

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Height: 6-3

Weight: 208

What they're saying: "Big play ability and the potential to develop into a No. 2 receiver in the NFL." — scout.com


UTAH

JESSE BOONE

Position: Center

Height: 6-4

Weight: 298

What they're saying: "A blocker with good size, growth potential and football smarts. Boone has the skills to make an NFL roster." — scout.com


STEVE FIFITA

Position: Defensive lineman

Height: 5-11

Weight: 323

What they're saying: "Underrated player who could excel as a nose guard in the pros under the right circumstances. Needs to be in the right scheme." — nfldraftcountdown.com


QUINTON GANTHER

Position: Running back

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