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Injuries Interviews Measurements
So many of these guys have had major surgeries or have off the field question marks
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...h-in-medicals-interviews-drills-measurements/
Draft Zone favorites below
Al-Quadin Muhammad, DE/OLB, Miami (Fla.)
Talent isn’t the question. Muhammad was one of three defenders dismissed at Miami last summer following an investigation into their relationship with a luxury car rental company. Muhammad, who also missed the 2014 season because of a suspension after a fight with a former student, has been training for the draft since his dismissal in August, but what kind of shape is he in? What has he been doing to train the past six months?
Tim Williams, DE/OLB, Alabama
Labeled as a potential Randy Gregory situation, Williams needs to ace interviews and quell the notion that marijuana and other activities are more important than football if he wants to land in Round 1.
Malik McDowell, DL, Michigan State
Based on talent, McDowell belongs in the top five overall of this class. But his football makeup is a concern and teams will want to know why he appeared to shut things down once Michigan State’s season went south in 2016.
Charles Walker, DL, Oklahoma
Walker, who also has a history of concussions, left the Sooners’ program at midseason to start his preparation for the draft. The move wasn’t well received by Oklahoma coaches, and NFL teams, as well as some of his former teammates, will be eager to hear his explanation.
Jarron Jones, DL, Notre Dame
Jones flashes legitimate first-round talent, but lacks consistency. Also factor in that he “wore down” the Notre Dame coaching staff, according to one source, and teams will have plenty of questions about his character.
Teez Tabor, CB, Florida
A brash player on the field, Tabor has the cocky attitude that sometimes extends off the field, rubbing some the wrong way. And those immature tendencies led to multiple suspensions at Florida.
Chad Hansen, WR, California
Hansen, who ran track at Idaho State before transferring to Cal, should finish as one of the top performers across the board. He has the long-speed, short-area quickness and change of direction movements that translate to the next level.
Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington
Kupp will ace the interview process and he offers the most prolific wide receiver résumé the FCS has produced. He has vacuum hands and makes himself available in his routes, but running a solid 4.5 time in the 40-yard dash will help teams feel better about his evaluation.
JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, USC
There is plenty to like, but on tape he doesn’t have the dynamic speed to consistently separate, making his numbers in the 40-yard dash and short-area quickness drills important.
David Njoku, TE, Miami (Fla.)
A national champion high jumper in high school, Njoku has freakish athleticism and could leave Indianapolis as one of the big winners. He shows impressive speed, agility and burst on film, but producing the numbers to match could give him the edge for some teams over O.J. Howard as the top tight end.
Adam Shaheen, TE, Ashland
A prospect with “wow” tape, Shaheen dominated Division II competition, running by and over defenders with ease. He looks like a 4.7 athlete on film, which would be truly impressive for a 275-pounder, but facing players from programs like Lake Erie and Michigan Tech can make it tough to truly gauge his athletic skill set. I expect Shaheen to create a lot of buzz.
Derek Barnett, DE, Tennessee
Barnett has excellent tape and production, moving well with natural bend. But he isn’t a twitched-up athlete who explodes by blockers with speed and burst alone, and his workout numbers likely will back that up.
Takkarist McKinley, DE/OLB, UCLA
With his current shoulder issue, McKinley’s medicals will be crucial. But his workouts will take some of the focus off his injury and allow everyone to appreciate his athleticism. McKinley, who ran a 10.71 in the 100 meters as a 235-pounder in high school, might break the 4.5 mark in the 40-yard dash at 250 pounds.
.TJ. Watt, DE/OLB, Wisconsin
With tweener traits, Watt isn’t the easiest evaluation. When I recently asked a pro scout who he most wanted to see during combine weigh-ins, the Wisconsin linebacker was the first player he mentioned.Wisconsin tweener T.J. Watt could have the most to gain from his weigh-in.
Elijah Qualls, DT, Washington
Since he enrolled at Washington, Qualls’ weight has fluctuated between 280 and 330 pounds. He was carrying some bad weight in his midsection last season, and scouts want to see him hold steady in the 310-315 range.
Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
A physically impressive corner, Humphrey could be a big winner if he comes in at more than 6-1, 200 pounds and 33-inch arms.
Sidney Jones, CB, Washington
A lean-framed corner, Jones was pushed around by physical receivers on tape, especially in press. He arrived at Washington less than 170 pounds and played last season around 180 pounds. Scouts are hoping to see him reach 190 pounds at the combine.
Budda Baker, FS, Washington
History tells us that most sub-200-pound safeties don’t last long in the NFL because of the physicality of the position. And while most NFL scouts I’ve spoken with love his game, Baker might not hit certain size thresholds several teams use for the first round.
So many of these guys have had major surgeries or have off the field question marks
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...h-in-medicals-interviews-drills-measurements/
Draft Zone favorites below
Al-Quadin Muhammad, DE/OLB, Miami (Fla.)
Talent isn’t the question. Muhammad was one of three defenders dismissed at Miami last summer following an investigation into their relationship with a luxury car rental company. Muhammad, who also missed the 2014 season because of a suspension after a fight with a former student, has been training for the draft since his dismissal in August, but what kind of shape is he in? What has he been doing to train the past six months?
Tim Williams, DE/OLB, Alabama
Labeled as a potential Randy Gregory situation, Williams needs to ace interviews and quell the notion that marijuana and other activities are more important than football if he wants to land in Round 1.
Malik McDowell, DL, Michigan State
Based on talent, McDowell belongs in the top five overall of this class. But his football makeup is a concern and teams will want to know why he appeared to shut things down once Michigan State’s season went south in 2016.
Charles Walker, DL, Oklahoma
Walker, who also has a history of concussions, left the Sooners’ program at midseason to start his preparation for the draft. The move wasn’t well received by Oklahoma coaches, and NFL teams, as well as some of his former teammates, will be eager to hear his explanation.
Jarron Jones, DL, Notre Dame
Jones flashes legitimate first-round talent, but lacks consistency. Also factor in that he “wore down” the Notre Dame coaching staff, according to one source, and teams will have plenty of questions about his character.
Teez Tabor, CB, Florida
A brash player on the field, Tabor has the cocky attitude that sometimes extends off the field, rubbing some the wrong way. And those immature tendencies led to multiple suspensions at Florida.
Chad Hansen, WR, California
Hansen, who ran track at Idaho State before transferring to Cal, should finish as one of the top performers across the board. He has the long-speed, short-area quickness and change of direction movements that translate to the next level.
Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington
Kupp will ace the interview process and he offers the most prolific wide receiver résumé the FCS has produced. He has vacuum hands and makes himself available in his routes, but running a solid 4.5 time in the 40-yard dash will help teams feel better about his evaluation.
JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, USC
There is plenty to like, but on tape he doesn’t have the dynamic speed to consistently separate, making his numbers in the 40-yard dash and short-area quickness drills important.
David Njoku, TE, Miami (Fla.)
A national champion high jumper in high school, Njoku has freakish athleticism and could leave Indianapolis as one of the big winners. He shows impressive speed, agility and burst on film, but producing the numbers to match could give him the edge for some teams over O.J. Howard as the top tight end.
Adam Shaheen, TE, Ashland
A prospect with “wow” tape, Shaheen dominated Division II competition, running by and over defenders with ease. He looks like a 4.7 athlete on film, which would be truly impressive for a 275-pounder, but facing players from programs like Lake Erie and Michigan Tech can make it tough to truly gauge his athletic skill set. I expect Shaheen to create a lot of buzz.
Derek Barnett, DE, Tennessee
Barnett has excellent tape and production, moving well with natural bend. But he isn’t a twitched-up athlete who explodes by blockers with speed and burst alone, and his workout numbers likely will back that up.
Takkarist McKinley, DE/OLB, UCLA
With his current shoulder issue, McKinley’s medicals will be crucial. But his workouts will take some of the focus off his injury and allow everyone to appreciate his athleticism. McKinley, who ran a 10.71 in the 100 meters as a 235-pounder in high school, might break the 4.5 mark in the 40-yard dash at 250 pounds.
.TJ. Watt, DE/OLB, Wisconsin
With tweener traits, Watt isn’t the easiest evaluation. When I recently asked a pro scout who he most wanted to see during combine weigh-ins, the Wisconsin linebacker was the first player he mentioned.Wisconsin tweener T.J. Watt could have the most to gain from his weigh-in.
Elijah Qualls, DT, Washington
Since he enrolled at Washington, Qualls’ weight has fluctuated between 280 and 330 pounds. He was carrying some bad weight in his midsection last season, and scouts want to see him hold steady in the 310-315 range.
Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
A physically impressive corner, Humphrey could be a big winner if he comes in at more than 6-1, 200 pounds and 33-inch arms.
Sidney Jones, CB, Washington
A lean-framed corner, Jones was pushed around by physical receivers on tape, especially in press. He arrived at Washington less than 170 pounds and played last season around 180 pounds. Scouts are hoping to see him reach 190 pounds at the combine.
Budda Baker, FS, Washington
History tells us that most sub-200-pound safeties don’t last long in the NFL because of the physicality of the position. And while most NFL scouts I’ve spoken with love his game, Baker might not hit certain size thresholds several teams use for the first round.
