Rutgers LB Khaseem Greene (left) remains in the top spot in this week's Big East NFL Draft prospect watch after earning Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week honors. (US Presswire)

Here’s the latest on the conference’s top players who are projected to go from playing on Saturdays to starring on Sundays.

1. LB Khaseem Greene, 6-1, 230, Rutgers

Why he has the top spot: Greene was named the Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week on Sunday after his superlative performance in Saturday’s win over Syracuse. The senior linebacker forced three fumbles, recorded 14 tackles, 1.5 sacks and intercepted a pass against the Orange. Greene is equally menacing when blitzing up the middle or dropping into pass coverage. The 2011 Big East Co-Defensive Player of the Year is the unquestioned leader of a defense that ranks second in the nation against the run and is in the top 20 in three other statistical categories. The senior has completely recovered from a horrific ankle injury he suffered in a 2011 Pinstripe Bowl win over Iowa State .

Season stats (six games): Greene has 63 tackles, 5.5 TFLs, 3.5 sacks and 2 INTs.

Player ranking: Greene is ranked 85th overall and is the seventh-highest outside linebacker in CBSSports.com latest player rankings.

Up next: Temple, Saturday, 12 p.m. ET, (Big East Network/ESPN 3).

2. DE Trevardo Williams, 6-1, 234, Connecticut

Why he has the top spot: Though Rutgers arguably has one of the top defenses in the nation, Scarlet Knights coach Kyle Flood still has described Williams as the most disruptive defensive lineman in the conference. Williams has blinding speed off the edge, he just needs to add some extra bulk before playing on Sundays. The senior defensive lineman reached 7.5 sacks with one in last week’s defeat against Temple. Williams needs just one more to set the school’s all-time career mark (27). A matchup against Syracuse LT Justin Pugh, another highly-ranked prospect, could provide a stage for Williams to showcase his pass-rushing moves.

Season stats (six games): Williams has 7.5 sacks, 9 TFLs, 30 tackles and a forced fumble.

Player ranking: Williams is ranked 109th overall and is the 10th highest outside linebacker in CBSSports.com latest player rankings.

Up next: at Syracuse, Friday, 8:00 p.m. ET (ESPN).

3. C Mario Benavides, 6-4, 286, Louisville

Why you should watch him? Benavides has started 40 games in his four-year career and is one of the most highly-regarded centers in FBS. The senior center is regarded for his physical demeanor and ability to deliver blocks while moving in space. Benavides bulked up to 318 pounds in 2011 after missing three games with a staph infection. After shedding more than 20 pounds in the offseason, Benavides is lighter and more agile.

Season stats (six games): Sacks allowed (as a unit) 8, Cardinals’ rushing yards: 167 per game.

Player ranking: Benavides is ranked 127th overall and second among centers in CBSSports.com latest player rankings.

Up next: South Florida, Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC).

Keep an eye on: WR Devin Street, 6-4, 190, Pittsburgh

Why you should watch him? Street has been unstoppable over the past two weeks, compiling 21 catches for 241 yards and a TD. The Panthers receiver is regarded for running crisp routes and easily gaining separation from defenders. If Street continues his torrid pace, he’ll likely end the season as the top receiver in the Big East. The rangy receiver could give smaller corners fits on the next level.

Season stats (six games): 39 catches, 514 yards, 3 TDs.

Player ranking: Street is eligible to declare early for the draft, but is unranked in CBSSports.com latest player rankings. It may be because he’s a redshirt junior and can return to Pitt in 2013. With the departure of QB Tino Sunseri, RB Ray Graham and WR Mike Shanahan, Street may consider leaving early.

Up next: at Buffalo, Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET (Big East Network/ESPN 3).

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