By Kent Lee Platte
Every year during OTAs and minicamps, there are usually one or two Undrafted Free Agents that really stand out on any given team. Sometimes those players really pan out, for instance Victor Cruz was a huge standout after going undrafted in 2011 though injuries delayed his breakout season. Sam Shields and Aaron Berry both went undrafted, but went on to start for NFCN teams. Other times, they look like they'll make a splash only to fizzle out such as Lions standout Ricardo Silva last season. Today I'll be addressing Undrafted Free Agents in the NFCN that have either stood out in some way or have a great chance to make the roster based on the team's present needs. Universally these players had dropped in the draft for one reason or another, be it questionable injury history or a poor showing at the Combine, but in the end NFL teams have excellent scouting departments who are able to identify traits in these players that makes them a fit for the team that signs them. The NFCN is a tough division, boasting multiple playoff teams nearly every year and all four NFCN teams having made an appearance in the past few years. The players that I name here have a good chance to shine or be swallowed up by one of the NFC's powerhouse divisions.
