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Dri Archer - RB - Golden Flashes

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

Max Tuerk - C - Trojans

USC has moved sophomore Max Tuerk from LT to C.

"It was a little overwhelming in the beginning," Tuerk revealed, "but the more repetitions and the coaching I've gotten has really helped a lot. His main competition for the starting job is Marcus Martin, who is also listed as the school's left guard. Aundrey Walker is expected to claim the left tackle spot.

Source: ESPN

May 22 - 1:00 PM

Marqise Lee - WR - Trojans

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

Damion Terry - QB - Spartans

Michigan State freshman QB Damion Terry could push senior QB Andrew Maxwell for playing time this season.

"I think he's what we're evolving to a little bit quarterback-wise is guys who are a little bit more athletic or (have) ability to move in space, those kind of things," quarterbacks coach Brad Salem said. "I think he's a pretty special player." Maxwell certainly didn't show enough last season to secure the starting job moving forward.

Source: MLive

May 22 - 11:51 AM

Dee Hart - DB - Crimson Tide

After lining up at CB during spring activities, Alabama redshirt sophomore Dee Hart will likely stay at RB.

That assumption is from beat writer Andrew Gribble. The team is relatively young at both spots, but Hart's biggest concern should be his health. He missed the past two seasons due to major knee injuries.

Source: AL.com

May 22 - 11:08 AM

Jameel Poteat - RB - Bearcats

Cincinnati junior RB Jameel Poteat will transfer to Stony Brook.

Poteat will have two seasons of eligibility remaining, and because he is dropping down a level to the FCS, the running back should be able to play in 2013. ""Jameel is a very talented player who will have an immediate impact on our team," head coach Chuck Priore said in a statement. "He possesses a great combination of speed and toughness."

Source: News Day

May 22 - 10:06 AM

Sam Ukwuachu - DL - Broncos

Former Boise State sophomore DE Sam Ukwuachu will transfer to Baylor.

Ukwuachu was dismissed a couple of weeks ago for a violation of team rules. He tallied 4.5 sacks as a freshman and was expected to earn a starting role in 2013. Ukwuachu chose Baylor over Florida and Utah, and will have to sit out the season due to NCAA regulations. Both teams run a 4-2-5 system.

Source: Rivals

May 22 - 9:33 AM

Anthony Barr - LB - Bruins

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

Ra'Shede Hageman - DL - Golden Gophers

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

Travis Swanson - C - Razorbacks

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

Taysom Hill - QB - Cougars

BYU sophomore QB Taysom Hill suffered a "minor" torn MCL.

Hill played in six games during the 2012 season, starting two of those contests, before suffering a knee injury. During that time he threw for 425 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions, and rushed for 335 yards and four touchdowns.

Source: Jeremy Mauss on Twitter

May 21 - 1:01 PM

Ryan Kelly - C - Crimson Tide

Alabama redshirt sophomore C Ryan Kelly has been named to the Rimington watch list despite having zero career starts.

Kelly is obviously taking the place of savvy and versatile offensive lineman Barrett Jones. Kelly did see action in nine games in 2012, his only season of on-field collegiate experience. The Crimson Tide lost talent along their offensive line, but we expect them to reload.

Source: Rimington Trophy

May 21 - 12:40 PM

Steven Bench - QB - Nittany Lions

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

Antone Exum - DB - Hokies

Virginia Tech senior CB Antone Exum is rehabbing his ACL in Arizona, the same place where Darrelle Revis trained this offseason.

Exum hurt his knee in January but is working hard in the hopes of suiting up week one for the Hokies. Along with the torn ACL, Exum also injured the meniscus in his right knee.

Source: Andy Bitter on Twitter

May 21 - 11:12 AM

Owamagbe Odighizuwa - DL - Bruins

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