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Thursday, 25 February 2010 01:22
While the combine is going on this week we are not only keeping tabs on those prospects who were invited but those that were snubbed as well. Here is our look at four prospects that were not invited who were not only snubs based on talent but could post the workout numbers to rise past many of those who did go to the combine and ultimately hear their names called on draft day.
1. DE Danny Batten, South Dakota State
Batten created quite a buzz in El Paso after playing very well at inside linebacker and could be moved to the position when all is said and done. His production (83 tackles, 15.5 TFL, 10 sacks) in 2009, his motor, and athletic ability make him a prospect that we believe will be successful in the NFL. His 40 time is expected to be in the high 4.5 or low 4.6 range at his pro day and his bench reps, broad jump, and vertical should all be solid and boost his stock late in the process. Despite not getting a combine invite we firmly believe he will ultimately be drafted.
2. DT Sean Lissemore, William & Mary
Lissemore is currently our number two rated prospect not going to the combine and is a player that we believe has been overlooked due to the buzz of his teammate Adrian Tracy. Unlike Tracy, who is a tweener, we think Lissemore's home in the NFL is much more definite as either a 3-4 DE or 4-3 DT. His athletic ability, speed, and size make him an intriguing prospect. In 2009, he tallied 66 tackles, 14 TFL, 6.5 sacks, two interceptions, two pass breakups, four hurries, and one blocked kick on his way to first-team All-CAA honors. Don't be surprised if he runs somewhere in the 4.7 or 4.8 range at his pro day at around 295 pounds. If the big fella can do that it would be an utter shock to see him go undrafted. His upside, work ethic, and production thus far are more than enough to earn him a draftable grade in our eyes.
3. RB Deji Karim, Southern Illinois
Karim could have the most impressive pro day performance of any small school prospect period as we expect somewhere in the 39-41 inch range on his vertical, a 10 plus on his broad jump, and sub 4.4 40-yard dash. If this compact runner does indeed perform that well we feel he is definitely getting drafted, especially when scouts go back and look at his explosiveness and speed on tape. He finished his senior season with 1,693 yards and 18 touchdowns on 240 carries and was named a first-team All-American and the Missouri Valley Offensive Player of the Year in 2009.
4. FS Quentin Scott, Northern Iowa
Don't overlook this kid as Scott has the ideal physical tools, attitude, and work ethic that scouts look for in a safety. His ability in run support, chiseled build, speed, and production make him a prospect that could definitely rise up boards late. Most consider Scott a one year wonder and that could be much of the reason why he was not invited to the combine. Despite that his size (6'4, 222), speed (4.55E), range, and senior production (49 tackles, 3.5 TFL, five interceptions, and four pass breakups), including his performance on special teams make him a prospect that should be selected late in the draft. If he does undrafted we fully expect him to defy the odds and be on a practice squad or active roster during the season.
5. OLB Samuel Scott, West Chester
Scott has completely flown under the radar all season long and this postseason despite breaking a Cactus Bowl record with 14 tackles and being named the Defensive Player of the Game. We went back and evaluated some of his senior tape and firmly believe that he was overlooked. His size (6'3 3/8, 224) and speed combination make him an intriguing prospect. While he ran in the 4.8 range last spring we believe he will run around the 4.70 range and could definitely impress at his pro day. While many readers probably are guessing he is a one year wonder that is not true. Scott has been productive throughout his career as a two-time first team All-PSAC selection. He finished his junior season with 81 tackles, 7 TFL, 3.5 sacks, and four pass breakups but showed great improvement on making plays in the backfield as a senior with 62 tackles, 17 TFL, 7.5 sacks, and five hurries. He also broke up three passes, picked one off, blocked two kicks, and forced two fumbles to show that he can make plays many different ways. Keep an eye on Scott as his pro day approaches with his results potentially moving him from a free agent on most boards to the 6th or 7th round range.
Written by Admin
http://www.jbscouting.com/index.php/blog/518-noncombine-watch
Thursday, 25 February 2010 01:22
While the combine is going on this week we are not only keeping tabs on those prospects who were invited but those that were snubbed as well. Here is our look at four prospects that were not invited who were not only snubs based on talent but could post the workout numbers to rise past many of those who did go to the combine and ultimately hear their names called on draft day.
1. DE Danny Batten, South Dakota State
Batten created quite a buzz in El Paso after playing very well at inside linebacker and could be moved to the position when all is said and done. His production (83 tackles, 15.5 TFL, 10 sacks) in 2009, his motor, and athletic ability make him a prospect that we believe will be successful in the NFL. His 40 time is expected to be in the high 4.5 or low 4.6 range at his pro day and his bench reps, broad jump, and vertical should all be solid and boost his stock late in the process. Despite not getting a combine invite we firmly believe he will ultimately be drafted.
2. DT Sean Lissemore, William & Mary
Lissemore is currently our number two rated prospect not going to the combine and is a player that we believe has been overlooked due to the buzz of his teammate Adrian Tracy. Unlike Tracy, who is a tweener, we think Lissemore's home in the NFL is much more definite as either a 3-4 DE or 4-3 DT. His athletic ability, speed, and size make him an intriguing prospect. In 2009, he tallied 66 tackles, 14 TFL, 6.5 sacks, two interceptions, two pass breakups, four hurries, and one blocked kick on his way to first-team All-CAA honors. Don't be surprised if he runs somewhere in the 4.7 or 4.8 range at his pro day at around 295 pounds. If the big fella can do that it would be an utter shock to see him go undrafted. His upside, work ethic, and production thus far are more than enough to earn him a draftable grade in our eyes.
3. RB Deji Karim, Southern Illinois
Karim could have the most impressive pro day performance of any small school prospect period as we expect somewhere in the 39-41 inch range on his vertical, a 10 plus on his broad jump, and sub 4.4 40-yard dash. If this compact runner does indeed perform that well we feel he is definitely getting drafted, especially when scouts go back and look at his explosiveness and speed on tape. He finished his senior season with 1,693 yards and 18 touchdowns on 240 carries and was named a first-team All-American and the Missouri Valley Offensive Player of the Year in 2009.
4. FS Quentin Scott, Northern Iowa
Don't overlook this kid as Scott has the ideal physical tools, attitude, and work ethic that scouts look for in a safety. His ability in run support, chiseled build, speed, and production make him a prospect that could definitely rise up boards late. Most consider Scott a one year wonder and that could be much of the reason why he was not invited to the combine. Despite that his size (6'4, 222), speed (4.55E), range, and senior production (49 tackles, 3.5 TFL, five interceptions, and four pass breakups), including his performance on special teams make him a prospect that should be selected late in the draft. If he does undrafted we fully expect him to defy the odds and be on a practice squad or active roster during the season.
5. OLB Samuel Scott, West Chester
Scott has completely flown under the radar all season long and this postseason despite breaking a Cactus Bowl record with 14 tackles and being named the Defensive Player of the Game. We went back and evaluated some of his senior tape and firmly believe that he was overlooked. His size (6'3 3/8, 224) and speed combination make him an intriguing prospect. While he ran in the 4.8 range last spring we believe he will run around the 4.70 range and could definitely impress at his pro day. While many readers probably are guessing he is a one year wonder that is not true. Scott has been productive throughout his career as a two-time first team All-PSAC selection. He finished his junior season with 81 tackles, 7 TFL, 3.5 sacks, and four pass breakups but showed great improvement on making plays in the backfield as a senior with 62 tackles, 17 TFL, 7.5 sacks, and five hurries. He also broke up three passes, picked one off, blocked two kicks, and forced two fumbles to show that he can make plays many different ways. Keep an eye on Scott as his pro day approaches with his results potentially moving him from a free agent on most boards to the 6th or 7th round range.