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DL Williams receiving first-round grades

National Football Post's Russ Lande writes that teams are giving Alabama DL Jesse Williams first-round grades.

"Do not be shocked if a team like San Francisco or Baltimore at the end of the first round drafts him because he would fit so ideally in their defensive schemes," Lande wrote. Williams is a great fit in 3-4 defenses because of his ability to tie up blockers in run defense. He played nose tackle last season after moving from end.

Source: National Football Post

Mar 6 - 4:01 PM

Shocker: Houston RB Charles Sims to transfer

Houston senior RB Charles Sims will transfer, according to Rob Sellers of Rivals.

Sims is an extremely talented runner and was poised for a great final season, so this news comes as a surprise. He led Houston with 851 rushing yards and 11 rushing touchdowns to go along with 37 receptions for 373 yards and three touchdowns. Sims will certainly have plenty of options in terms of landing spots.

Source: Rob Sellers on Twitter

May 22 - 6:52 PM

Archer runs electronically timed 4.29 forty

Kent State senior RB/WR Dri Archer clocked an electronically timed 4.29 forty.

He checked in at No. 7 on CBS Sports' Bruce Feldman's "Freak List," with only two receivers or running backs listed ahead of him. "Despite his diminutive frame, Archer still ran for 1,429 yards and 16 TDs, with a 9-yard average per carry," Feldman writes. "In eight games Archer had at least one run of 43 yards or longer."

Source: CBS Sports

May 22 - 2:38 PM

Feldman: Good chance WR Lee sees D snaps

CBS Sports' Bruce Feldman writes "there's a good chance" USC junior WR Marqise Lee will see snaps on defense this season.

There was talk of Lee attempting to convince coaches to allow him to play some cornerback last season. The vertical receiver ranks No. 5 on Feldman's "Freak List." USC receiver coach Tee Martin added "He's gotta be in the top five of the most freakish athletes I've ever been around."

Source: CBS Sports

May 22 - 12:11 PM

Barr: I will be able to play faster in 2013

UCLA senior OLB Anthony Barr expects to play faster in 2013.

"I’m able to play a lot faster because I understand the defense, my assignments," Barr said. That is scary. The Bruin pass rusher has a limited amount of pass rushing experience, but his ability to bend around the edge and consistent closing speed will put his name firmly in the early first-round discussion.

Source: Dane Brugler on Twitter

May 22 - 9:04 AM

Hageman checks in at No. 2 on 'Freaks List'

Minnesota senior DL Ra'Shede Hageman checks in at No. 2 on CBS Sports college football writer Bruce Feldman's "Freak List."

"Not only does he have the 36-inch vert, but he also has bench-pressed 465 pounds and clocked an electronically timed 10-yard sprint in 1.57 seconds," Feldman writes. That 10 yard split would be .07 faster than Terron Armstead's time, and not defensive tackle jumped higher than 33 inches during this year's Combine. His frame translates very well to a five technique end spot in a three man front.

Source: CBS Sports

May 22 - 8:54 AM

C Swanson's mobility mentioned w/ Joe Thomas'

Arkansas strength coach Ben Herbert, who spent time at Wisconsin, said senior C Travis Swanson's mobility is impressive.

"His movement ability is second only to (Cleveland Browns All-Pro left tackle) Joe Thomas out of linemen that I have worked with in the last 12 years," said Herbert. Swanson reportedly ran a three-cone time of 7.39 seconds, which is important for the center spot. In terms of Combine tests, our own Josh Norris believes the 20 yard shuttle is a better predictor of future success.

Source: CBS Sports

May 21 - 2:52 PM

Schad: QB Bench to decide between Miss St/USF

ESPN's Joe Schad reports former Penn State sophomore QB Steven Bench will decide between USF and Mississippi State.

Bench has already visited USF and will travel to Mississippi State on Tuesday and Wednesday. Due to NCAA punishments handed down to Penn State, Bench will be eligible to play for either school immediately.

Source: Joe Schad on Twitter

May 21 - 11:24 AM

Bruins DE Odighizuwa could play week one

UCLA DE Owamagbe Odighizuwa's hip injury is not as serious as initially expected, and the senior has a chance to play in the school's opener against Nevada.

Initial reports stated Odighizuwa "had a torn rotator cuff in his hip, but it now appears the hip was just "frayed," which means a recovery time of just two to three months," per CBS Sports. Odighizuwa had been considered the replacement for NFL-bound defensive lineman Datone Jones.

Source: CBS Sports

May 21 - 10:43 AM

Former Arkansas QB/WR Mitchell chooses NC St

Former Arkansas senior QB/WR Brandon Mitchell will enroll at NC State for his final season of eligibility.

"I felt I built it with players in just three days," Mitchell told ESPN's Joe Schad. "Bottom line is I want to win, and I want to win now. They have the best opportunity there for success and just had one missing piece." Mitchell joins former Florida quarterback Jacoby Brissett as recent transfers for the Wolfpack.

Source: ESPN

May 21 - 10:19 AM

Schad: QB Wes Lunt visited Illinois last week

ESPN's Joe Schad reports former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt visited Illinois late last week and "is sincerely considering transferring there."

"Lunt is considering Illinois because he grew up an Illini fan and he believes the spread offense operated by offensive coordinator Bill Cubit is a good fit," Schad writes. Reports surfaced last week that Oklahoma State has blocked Lunt from transferring to Big 12 and SEC schools, along with Southern Miss. Schad adds that the Pac-12 and Central Michigan are also prohibited.

Source: ESPN

May 20 - 1:11 PM

Kiper ranks Aggies' Evans as No. 3 overall WR

ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper ranks Texas A&M redshirt sophomore Mike Evans as the No. 3 overall WR for the 2014 draft.

"A big-time matchup problem, Evans has the length of an NFL tight end, and maybe even a bigger catch radius, because he has long arms on a 6-5 frame," Kiper writes. "The question for Evans will be if he can show enough quick-twitch explosiveness and strength to beat jams and the straight-line speed to beat defenders over the top."

Source: ESPN

May 20 - 12:51 PM