Underrated, overlooked, slept on – there are always FCS NFL Draft prospects whose resumes are sitting in a large pile when they deserve a closer look. Here are five in the 2026 class.
The final countdown is on for the 2026 NFL Draft, where a handful of former FCS football standouts will hear their names called in Pittsburgh over the April 23-25 event.
While most draftniks are focused on players from the FBS, there’s a talented crop of FCS prospects who are being overlooked because of where they played college football.
Obviously, the top prospects from the lower tier of Division I, like North Dakota State wide receiver Bryce Lance and Southeastern Louisiana defensive tackle Kaleb Proctor, are being discussed every day. But what about the players who check all the boxes yet seem to be ignored in much of the mainstream media analysis?
We’re taking a look at some of the best FCS prospects who are lurking in the shadows. Each was selected to the Stats Perform FCS All-America Team after the 2024 or 2025 season, if not in both years.
Yes, quite simply, these five FCS NFL Draft prospects are not being talked about enough.
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1 month ago Craig HaleyDaniel Sobkowicz (Illinois State, WR)
Stats Perform FCS All-American (2025 Third Team)
Height: 6-2; Weight: 205
The Rundown: Sobkowicz has somehow flown under the radar through the entire draft process (on the postseason all-star game circuit, he participated in the inaugural American Bowl) despite one of the more productive WR careers in recent memory. There’s a real argument he’s one of the best route runners in the entire draft class, which is evident as soon as you turn on the film.
At his pro day, Sobkowicz posted a 37.5-inch vertical leap and a 10-foot-1 broad jump, further showcasing his athleticism. The biggest critique of his game is his long speed, but his elite route running and ability to win one-on-one matchups should be enticing enough for a team to take a chance on him late in the NFL Draft.
Erick Hunter (Morgan State, LB)
Stats Perform FCS All-American (2025 Second Team)
Height: 6-2; Weight: 224
The Rundown: Hunter is easily the best FCS linebacker in this year’s NFL Draft class. He put on a show at the HBCU Showcase, posting a 4.48-second 40-yard dash, 10-10 broad jump and a 4.21 short shuttle. All of these marks would have ranked top-three among linebackers at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Hunter’s athleticism makes him a versatile weapon in nearly any defensive scheme and gives him the ability to find a ton of success in pass coverage. In last year’s draft, no HBCU players were selected, but this year, Hunter has all the tools to hear his name called in Pittsburgh.
Michael Wortham (Montana, WR/RS)
Stats Perform FCS All-American (2025 First Team, 2024 Second Team)
Height: 5-8; Weight: 182
The Rundown: Wortham is undoubtedly one of the more versatile players in this year’s draft class. The value he can offer on special teams is his biggest selling point to NFL franchises.
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— Opta FCS Football (@OptaAnalystFCS) April 13, 2026He had an excellent pro day, including a 4.48 40 dash, 37.5-inch vertical and 10-2 broad jump. The fact that he still has room to grow as a wide receiver should be exciting for teams because he already showed what his upside could be with over 1,000+ receiving yards as a senior (as part of his Montana-record 2,431 single-season all-purpose yards).
Maximus Pulley (Wofford, S)
2025 Stats Perform FCS All-American (2025 First Team)
Height: 5-11; Weight: 200
The Rundown: Pulley may have been the most underrated safety in the FCS over the past three years. He’s always been an excellent tackler in the box, but this past year, he really showed his ability to create turnovers in coverage with five interceptions.
At his pro day, Pulley ran a 4.45 40 dash and showcased a 41.5-inch vertical and 10-3 broad jump, all of which would have ranked among the best for safeties at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Keep an eye on Pulley as a potential late-round steal for an NFL franchise that did its homework.
Derek Robertson (Monmouth, QB)
Stats Perform FCS All-American (2024 Third Team)
Height: 6-1½; Weight: 214
The Rundown: Robertson’s season-ending injury suffered on Oct. 18 – to his non-throwing hand/wrist – may have contributed to him being overlooked in this process, but there’s no doubt he has the tools to be a late-round steal in the NFL Draft. He put up a head-turning 4.68 in the 40-yard dash, while also posting a 31-inch vertical, which is outstanding for a quarterback who’s not necessarily known for his athleticism.
Players don’t accidentally throw for 10,000 career yards in college football, which is exactly what Robertson did during his time at Monmouth (final two seasons) and Maine. He showcased his arm well during his pro day and appearance at the Hula Bowl (he was 5 of 8 for 50 yards in the game), which caught the eyes of multiple teams evaluating FCS NFL Draft prospects.
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