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Barkley plans on doing every drill at Combine

USC QB Matt Barkley told the Pensacola News Journal he plans on completing every drill at the Combine.

No direct quote was given, but Bill Vilona writes Barkley "has been able to resume throwing and said he plans to go through all the drills at the NFL Combine." "This is probably the biggest test of my life coming up," added Barkley. On his pre-draft process thus far, the quarterback commented, "I wanted to throw more, do more and really compete, but I had to trust the (trainers) and the program I was on."

Source: Pensacola News Journal

Mon, Feb 11, 2013 08:37:00 AM

Eagles coach puts C. Smith through OLB drills

An Eagles LB coach put Arkansas edge player Chris Smith through positional workouts at the school's pro day.

Smith improved his 3-cone time from 7.55 seconds to 7.37 seconds. He has great burst off the line of scrimmage, which was apparent during Senior Bowl week, and it is notable that Smith only participated in outside linebacker drills during the workout. Rotoworld's Josh Norris does not think the tape, specifically hand and length use, matches up with the strong all star circuit, however.

Source: NFL.com

Mar 11 - 10:39 AM

Aaron Lynch: I expect to play OLB in the NFL

USF edge player Aaron Lynch expects to play OLB in the NFL.

"...I can put weight on so I let teams know that I could go up to 270 (pounds)," Lynch said following the school's pro day. "It all depends on how my weight stays. If I stay 250, 260 then I'll probably be at outside linebacker. But I'll play wherever." Lynch was a future stay while playing end in a three man front during his freshman year at Notre Dame, but lost a ton of weight once transferring at USF. He has plenty of talent, but fit could be a critical piece in Lynch's projection.

Source: Tampa Bay Times

Mar 11 - 10:18 AM

Ex-GM questions Clowney's change of direction

Senior Bowl Executive Director Phil Savage questioned South Carolina edge player Jadeveon Clowney's ability to move fluidly in space.

"The question on Jadeveon Clowney in a nutshell is how much lateral change of direction does he have in space? Because there are films from this past year where he missed sacks when the quarterback moved and escaped on him," Savage said. There has been talk of Clowney playing in a 3-4 in the NFL, but not all odd man fronts are created equal. Clowney should not be dropped into coverage like other stand up rushers. Keep his responsibilities simple: allow the rare talent to convert speed to power on the edge.

Source: Senior Bowl

Mar 11 - 10:07 AM

Jeremiah: WR Richardson has Ginn's play speed

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah compared Colorado WR Paul Richardson's play speed to Ted Ginn's.

"Richardson destroys pursuit angles when he gets in the open field. He has an extra gear." Jeremiah tweeted. The Colorado product can certainly get vertical downfield, which could earn him some Desean Jackson comparisons. We don't expect Richardson to be drafted in the top 50.

Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter

Mar 10 - 5:02 PM

Marion Grice working back from broken fibula

Arizona State RB Marion Grice is still recovering from a broken left fibula and is expected to hold a pro day workout on April 8.

Grice attempted to play through leg injuries in November and December, but we did not know the ailment was so serious. The running back did not work out at the NFL Combine. Grice's best trait might be his comfort as a receiver.

Source: NFL.com

Mar 10 - 4:12 PM

Brandt: DT Sutton is a third day pick at best

NFL.com's Gil Brandt believes Arizona State DT Will Sutton is a third day pick "at best."

"He showed a strong club in his workout, but other than that he was pretty average," Brandt writes. "This is a guy who some projected as a first-round pick last summer, but after further review he’s probably a third-day pick at best." Rotoworld's Josh Norris is still a big fan of Sutton's, citing his hand use to keep the opposition off balance, but Sutton's balance did take a hit with the added weight.

Source: NFL.com

Mar 10 - 4:01 PM

Brugler: Inj or not, CB Colvin isn't top 100

With or without injury, CBS Sports' Dane Brugler does not view Oklahoma CB Aaron Colvin as a top 100 selection.

"Someone is going to have to sell me on" Colvin, Brugler tweeted. "Injury or not, I see a day 3 prospect." Many mentioned Colvin as a top-40 possibility prior and during the Senior Bowl, but a torn ACL at the event slowed his momentum. Oklahoma corners do not have a strong history in the NFL.

Source: Dane Brugler on Twitter

Mar 10 - 1:19 PM

Aaron Lynch runs mid-4.6 forty at his pro day

USF edge player Aaron Lynch ran two forty times of 4.66 and 4.68 seconds at the school's Pro Day.

Lynch also posted a 29-inch vertical jump, which is not good. The Notre Dame transfer has been dealing with hamstring issues, which kept him out of the Combine, and they reportedly flared up again during the workout. Lynch has all the talent in the world, and looked to be a rising star as an end in an odd front while at Notre Dame. His game and frame drastically changed at USF, however, so many teams will have more questions than answers.

Source: Tony Pauline on Twitter

Mar 10 - 11:14 AM

Brugler: I would not select Manziel in top 25

CBS Sports' Dane Brugler would not select Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel in the top 25.

"I've gone back and watched and re-watched Johnny Manziel - and I still grade him the same," Brugler tweeted. The draft analyst still ranks Teddy Bridgewater No. 1 overall and Blake Bortles at No. 9. In fact, Brugler listed Derek Carr over Manziel in his last set of rankings. The expectation is for Manziel to be a top 10 pick, but anything is possible for such a unique talent.

Source: Dane Brugler on Twitter

Mar 10 - 10:49 AM

Mayock: Watkins amongst best WRs of decade

NFL Media analyst Mike Mayock calls Clemson WR Sammy Watkins one of the best wide receivers he has seen on tape in the last decade.

This is a truly impressive statement when you consider the WRs Mayock has scouted over the past 10 years, a list that includes A.J. Green (Georgia/Bengals), Calvin Johnson (Georgia Tech/Lions), Dez Bryant (Oklahoma State/Cowboys), Roddy White (UAB/Falcons), Larry Fitzgerald (Pittsburgh/Cardinals), Julio Jones (Alabama/Falcons), Michael Crabtree (Texas Tech/49ers) and DeSean Jackson (Cal/Eagles). Watkins is a top-10 lock, and some (including NFL.com's Gil Brandt) insist there is no chance he's falling below Oakland at No. 5.

Source: NFL.com

Mar 9 - 9:50 PM

McShay: Vikings lead 1st Rd. trade candidates

Scout.Inc's Todd McShay believes the Vikings are one of the "two or three likeliest teams to trade out of their first-round pick."

In a recently published mock draft, McShay slotted Oklahoma State CB Justin Gilbert No. 8 to the Purple, but he doesn't sound so sure of himself. "I could see them trying to aggressively move up if one of the top QBs (say, Johnny Manziel) dropped to No. 5, and I could see them moving back if there isn't a QB available at No. 8 in an attempt to grab more picks and take a lower-rated quarterback like Jimmy Garoppolo later," wrote McShay. "But if they stay put, I think the Vikings take the best player available, either offensive tackle Jake Matthews or cornerback Justin Gilbert out of Oklahoma State."

Source: ESPN Insider

Mar 9 - 9:32 PM