Tim Barnes

OG, C · Missouri
It took time for Barnes to get his shot to follow 2007 Rimington Trophy finalist Adam Spieker, but his play the past three seasons has put him on the radar of NFL scouts. Barnes redshirted in 2006, then played in seven games as a reserve behind Spieker the following year before taking the reins of the Tigers' complex offense. He has started every game the past three seasons, earning honorable mention All-Big 12 honors in 2008 and first-team All-Big 12 accolades from league coaches in 2010. A veteran in the pivot with most of the qualities NFL teams want in their center including durability, intelligence and toughness. He's not considered an elite prospect because of his average athleticism, but could have a long career at the next level in the right situation.