Charles Ross

Ross did an excellent job as a freshman in 2009, emerging as a surprise playmaker and perhaps the lone bright spot of the 2009 Rice season. Despite being the team's goal-line specialist, he averaged over five yards per carry and scored 11 times on just 97 carries. He also showed good ability as a pass-catcher. Unfortunately, Michigan transfer Sam McGuffie will likely start for Rice, so he won't breakout this year like he otherwise could have. Still, he was far too good last year to not be rewarded a role as a frequent change of pace and perhaps goal-line runner in 2010. Ross is worth an upper-mid round pick in CUSA-only leagues, but he's only worth keeping an eye on otherwise.