dallasfaniac;3280343 said:
Saw him play at Newberry or Texas vs Nation? Must have looked hard because I went to 3 sites just off the top of my head that had him as undrafted. I'll go look for more...
here you go dallasfaniac; i saw him play in one game and in the texas nation game;
check out these videos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSYwB9vGnQc
Tindal will join an elite group of players who have made the rosters of this three-year-old all-star game. Since the inaugural game in 2007, a total of 292 participants have gone on to sign NFL contracts. Some of the outstanding past participants include Chicago Bears WR Johnny Knox, Indianapolis Colts WR Pierre Garcon, Denver Broncos DT Marcus Thomas, Cincinnati Bengals RB Bernard Scott, Jacksonville Jaguars DT Terrance Knighton, and Arizona Cardinals RB Tim Hightower.
Tindal, a senior from Sumter, finished his Newberry career third in school history with 1,898 receiving yards, tied for fourth in receptions with 116 and tied for second in touchdown receptions with 16. He also had three rushing touchdowns over the course of his career to total 19 touchdowns in four seasons. Tindal was also a huge player on special teams for Newberry during his career, blocking a total of five kicks and returning punts and kickoffs.
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Getting To Know WR Kelton Tindal
January 23rd, 2010 By De'Angelo Bryant
Last spring, Newberry’s Kelton Tindal was clocked running as low as sub 4.2 at his Junior Pro Day. Tindal has drawn comparisons to former South Carolina standout Troy Williamson because of his speed and athleticism at the WR position. The 6’3 fleet footed athlete earned consecutive All-SAC conference honors in his final two seasons at Newberry. Tindal recently sat down with DraftNasty’s Chief Reporter De’Angelo Bryant to discuss his upcoming preparations for the NFL Draft.
Q: In high school you were a 100 and 400 meter state champion. Do you feel track has helped you become a better football player?
A: I also won state in the 4x100 relay. But I ran track because I knew coming out of high school I had to stay in shape for football, so I ran track to stay in shape. Track did help me out with football, because it helps my speed.
Q: Besides your speed, what other attributes do you feel like you have that will make you a threat at the next level?
A: I think my height and my work ethic.
Q: Last season against Catawba, you put up some remarkable numbers you just don't find in an average game (2 catches for 143 yards and 2 touchdowns). Would you say that was your best career game?
A: I wouldn't say that was my best game of my career, but it was one of them.
Q:
Reportedly, NFL scouts have clocked you at as low as a 4.2 last spring, do you feel a sub 4.1 is a possibility? Is that a personal goal for you?
A:I don't think (I know). I just got to have faith and believe in myself, because that's something I want to do and I'm working hard to do that. I'm just going to run and hope for the best.
Q: DraftNasty noticed Newberry used you in multiple offensive schemes to get you free on a lot of loose defensive coverages. Do you feel like that has given you an advantage going to the next level? If so, why do you feel this way?
A: I don't think that gave me an advantage, I just will be used to playing inside and outside. But no, I don't think it's an advantage.
Q: What are your preparations leading up to you pre-draft workouts?
A: Just working out hard, do route running, know how to work when my body when tired, and just stay positive with myself.
Q: You will be participating in the Texas vs. the Nation game on February 6th in Texas. What do you feel it is important show NFL scouts during that week of practice?
A: I want to show them Kelton Tindal... Routes, speed, catching, blocking, and endurance (show them what type of work ethic I have) (Just get after it).
Q: What do you feel you need to improve on before going to the next level?
A: Routes, strength.
Q: Here at DraftNasty, we've compared you to former South Carolina standout WR Troy Williamson, who was drafted in the 1st Round in 2005. Are there any other WR's (retired or active) that you idealize your game after?
A: I look at all the WR's when I watch NFL or college football. I look to see how they get off the press, I look to see what they do to get open (routes). But I look at YouTube and study Jerry Rice's routes, and Steve Smith.
Q: After speaking with former Newberry quarterback Eric McCollum, he went on record to say you never dropped a pass in a game he has played with you. What is going through your mind when the ball is thrown your way?
A: Just stay calm, don't over think
Q: A lot of Division II players get overlooked in the NFL Draft. If there was anything you could to say to convince a team to draft you, what would it be?
A: They would get a player that wants to work, a player that is going to give his all (120%, a player that wants to learn, an honest player, someone they can trust, and someone they can count on all day, everyday. I also have good moral character and never been in trouble with the law.
Q: With all the preparation leading up to the NFL Draft, are there things you are learning about the NFL that you were unaware of?
A: Yes; routes, watch more and more film of your opponent.
Q: Tell us one thing most people don't know about Kelton Tindal.
A: Besides football, Kelton Tindal will give to others if they need it. I'm a caring person and always thank God when something good comes my way.
Thank you for taking the time to sit down with DraftNasty.com. On behalf of all of us here at DraftNasty we wish you the best of luck leading up to the 2010 NFL Draft.
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Kelton Tindal, WR, Newberry
6'2" 197 4.28
Kid has great size and blazing speed. Not much out there on him as of now, but he is expected to run in the low 4.2's at his pro day, and looking at his You Tube video, he makes whoever Newberry is playing look like they are running with cement in their shoes.
Q&A: Kelton Tindal, WR, Newberry
Thursday, 02 April 2009 06:12
Recently, Small School Insider Josh Buchanan sat down with 2008First Team All-SAC standout and possible new NFL Scouting Combine 40-yard dash record breaker Kelton Tindal for an exclusive look into his background, current status and the most important question of all—how did he end up in Division II?
What are your current height, weight, and workout numbers?
Kelton: I measured 6’2 1/8, 189 pounds, and my low 40 was a 4.22 and 4.31 for the scouts. My arm length was like 33 _ inches and my hand was like 8 _ I think. Last year I benched 285 and we have never done the vertical.
Where did you go to high school?
Kelton: Sumter High School.
Did you play any other sports in high school, besides football?
Kelton: Basketball and track.
How did your speed and talent go overlooked by Division I programs coming out of high school?
Kelton: I took the ACT late during the summer time and I guess a lot of Division I schools stopped looking. Clemson was looking at me, but never offered. When I took the ACT I made a 24, but it was during the summer time so a lot of schools didn’t give me the chance. I chose Newberry because my AAU coach’s daughter went here and he said it was a good school to go to and that my name could get out there if I did well. I just followed what he said and hope to make good things happen.
What is the biggest adversity you have had to overcome in your college career or life?
Kelton: Probably playing a game during my uncle’s funeral. It was a playoff week against North Alabama, I think.
Do you have any relatives who played in the NFL?
Kelton: Nobody in the NFL. One of my cousins played basketball in Australia and he is an assistant coach at Newberry.
What do you feel are your strengths and weaknesses?
Kelton: My strengths are my quickness and my speed. I am able to separate from the defender. My weakness is my route running and I could adjust to the ball a little better, such as jumping for the ball at the highest point.
What is the highlight of your career?
Kelton: Against Tusculum I had two catches for 150 something yards and two touchdowns.
Who is the best player you have faced in your career?
Kelton: One of the defensive backs from North Alabama. They were tough.
Who is the best player on your team?
Kelton: I would say the whole team. I can’t really pick just one.
Is there anyone else on your team who has NFL potential?
Kelton: Out of the seniors, I think Andre Moyd. Out of the juniors, I think David Pressley and Ryan Parker, our middle linebacker.
What are your goals for this year?
Kelton: My goals are to help my team win the SAC, win the nationals, have at least 1,000 yards receiving, and enjoy my senior year of football. I want to go out on a positive note knowing I did good my last year of college football.
After your Pro Day you were clocked as low as 4.22 and 4.24 and have been clocked as low as 4.16-4.19. Deion Sanders' all-time NFL Combine record in the 40-yard dash is an unofficial hand-held time of 4.18. There are some who believe you could beat that and essentially be the fastest man ever at the NFL Combine. What would that mean to you, to break the record of a player of his caliber?
Kelton: That would mean a real lot to me. I would be in the record books as the fastest 40-time and knowing that one of the best players ever had the record before me. Someone would expect a Division I player to do it, but they would be shocked for a Division II player to do it. They would ask why that player would not go to a D-I school. I think many D-II players have the same qualities as some D-II players but they had something wrong with their academics, or whatever, and they need to be looked at by what they can do, not where they are coming from.
Many who have studied your 40-time have noted your blazing start out of the blocks. Is that something you have worked on, or does it come naturally?
Kelton: I ran track my senior year in high school and I have worked on getting out of the blocks because that is how my track coach said you win the race. I just try to make my first step really long and keep my head down and lift it up slowly. I use the same technique for track when I run the 40.
What are your future goals?
Kelton: If football doesn’t come through I would like to get a job in coaching or wherever my major takes me. I would like to set my own business up somewhere.
Kelton, I want to thank you for taking the time to sit down with me and answer some questions.
Kelton: Thank you for your interest in my game and Division II football.
After spending time with Kelton and talking with him and those around campus, it is easy to pull for a young man with his character and talent. Can Tindal put himself and Newberry in the history books by breaking the record? Only time will tell.
For now, we have to wait ten long months before we find out...
