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PFF ranks best prospect at every position in 2022 East-West Shrine Bowl

Stephen Samraby:Steve Samra01/29/22

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The East-West Shrine Bowl helps athletes build up their stock prior to the NFL Draft. With the chance to change their futures, the stakes are high for the talented players taking place in the 2022 iteration of the game.

Moreover, plenty of talent will be on display throughout the event. With a bevy of choices, Pro Football Focus ranked the best prospect at each position for the 2022 East-West Shrine Bowl.

First, quarterback is the most important position on the football field. Of all the names readying themselves for the 2022 NFL Draft, Kent State quarterback Dustin Crum is flying under the radar. However, PFF is putting the spotlight on him — ranking him as the best quarterback at the East-West Shrine Bowl.

For five seasons, Crum built his resume at Kent State. The quarterback accumulated some impressive numbers, throwing for 7,449 yards and 55 touchdowns. Additionally, he showed ability with his legs, rushing for 2,071 yards and 24 touchdowns, as well.

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As you can see, Crum is a dual-threat prospect who has some sneaky potential. He represents what the East-West Shrine Bowl is all about — giving an opportunity to unheralded prospects.

In addition to Crum, there are plenty of other talented 2022 NFL Draft prospects taking part. As the debate begins to heat up, here’s who Pro Football Focus believes the best of the best are at their positions for the event.

Best prospects at 2022 East-West Shrine Bowl, via PFF:

QB — Dustin Crum, Kent State Golden Flashes
RB — Pierre Strong Jr., South Dakota State Jackrabbits
WR — Jaivon Heiligh, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
TE — Derrick Deese Jr., San Jose State Spartans
OT — Kellen Diesch, Arizona State Sun Devils
IOL — Alec Lindstrom, Boston College Eagles
DI — Matthew Butler, Tennessee Volunteers
EDGE — Jeffrey Gunter, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
LB — Jack Sanborn, Wisconsin Badgers
CB — Jermaine Waller, Virginia Tech Hokies
S — Brad Hawkins, Michigan Wolverines