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Draft Dish: Oregon's Maehl displays NFL credentials
Russ Lande SN Icon Sporting News
.ORLANDO, Fla. —....here are the prospects who have helped themselves the most:
Oregon WR Jeff Maehl. Maehl’s thin frame raises durability concerns, but he showed he has what it takes to play in the NFL. He is a deceptively good athlete and was consistently able to run sharp, precise routes. Maehl (6-0, 181) He disguised his routes well, got in and out of breaks quickly and was consistently able to get separation.
Oregon wide receiver Jeff Maehl celebrates a touchdown catch. (AP photo) Though he dropped some passes this week, we don’t question his hands. In Oregon’s pass-happy offense, he not only caught the ball consistently but showed the ability to make great catches.
North Carolina DT Marvin Austin. Before Austin (6-3, 305) arrived in Orlando, there were questions about what kind of shape he would be in after he didn’t play this season due to a suspension. At Tuesday’s practice, he wasn’t dominant but flashed the combination of size, speed and strength that excites NFL teams. Then on Wednesday, he was a wrecking ball. He dominated the 9-on-7 drills and manhandled opponents in one-on-one drills.
Although his weight was fine, it was clear that his endurance had been affected by being away from the game. He wore down at the end of each practice. Still, Austin showed the tools and competitiveness NFL teams had hoped to see in him, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him start to climb draft boards and get second-round consideration.
UCLA DE/DT David Carter. Carter (6-5, 297) definitely helped himself with very strong practices. Entering the week, he was viewed as a limited athlete who made most of his plays through effort and hustle. But he showed improved quickness and athleticism in practices. He displayed the agility and pass-rush skills to defeat linemen, whether lined up inside or out.
He also showed the strength and hands to jolt and drive offensive linemen backward with an aggressive bull rush. He was consistently able to defeat run blocks and make plays against the run. Not only did Carter prove he is a strong, athletic prospect, but he showed he has the tools to be a good 3-4 end, which will help his draft value.
Read more: http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/fee...-maehl-displays-nfl-credentials#ixzz1BgnAFrHK
Draft Dish: Oregon's Maehl displays NFL credentials
Russ Lande SN Icon Sporting News
.ORLANDO, Fla. —....here are the prospects who have helped themselves the most:
Oregon WR Jeff Maehl. Maehl’s thin frame raises durability concerns, but he showed he has what it takes to play in the NFL. He is a deceptively good athlete and was consistently able to run sharp, precise routes. Maehl (6-0, 181) He disguised his routes well, got in and out of breaks quickly and was consistently able to get separation.
Oregon wide receiver Jeff Maehl celebrates a touchdown catch. (AP photo) Though he dropped some passes this week, we don’t question his hands. In Oregon’s pass-happy offense, he not only caught the ball consistently but showed the ability to make great catches.
North Carolina DT Marvin Austin. Before Austin (6-3, 305) arrived in Orlando, there were questions about what kind of shape he would be in after he didn’t play this season due to a suspension. At Tuesday’s practice, he wasn’t dominant but flashed the combination of size, speed and strength that excites NFL teams. Then on Wednesday, he was a wrecking ball. He dominated the 9-on-7 drills and manhandled opponents in one-on-one drills.
Although his weight was fine, it was clear that his endurance had been affected by being away from the game. He wore down at the end of each practice. Still, Austin showed the tools and competitiveness NFL teams had hoped to see in him, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him start to climb draft boards and get second-round consideration.
UCLA DE/DT David Carter. Carter (6-5, 297) definitely helped himself with very strong practices. Entering the week, he was viewed as a limited athlete who made most of his plays through effort and hustle. But he showed improved quickness and athleticism in practices. He displayed the agility and pass-rush skills to defeat linemen, whether lined up inside or out.
He also showed the strength and hands to jolt and drive offensive linemen backward with an aggressive bull rush. He was consistently able to defeat run blocks and make plays against the run. Not only did Carter prove he is a strong, athletic prospect, but he showed he has the tools to be a good 3-4 end, which will help his draft value.
Read more: http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/fee...-maehl-displays-nfl-credentials#ixzz1BgnAFrHK
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