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Conner Vernon - WR - Blue Devils

Raiders signed Duke WR Conner Vernon.

Vernon was quarterback Sean Renfree's favorite receiver at Duke, catching 85 balls for 1,074 yards (12.6 YPR) and eight touchdowns as a senior. He ran a 4.68 forty at the Combine with a 32.5-inch vertical, exhibiting little athleticism. Vernon runs pretty routes and has clay hands, so perhaps he'll get a look as a slot receiver.
Apr 27 - 10:02 PM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

Falcons selected Duke QB Sean Renfree with the No. 249 overall pick.

Renfree (6-3, 219) succeeded Thad Lewis under center at Duke and started three seasons for QBs guru David Cutcliffe, completing 64.7 percent of his throws with a 50:40 TD-to-INT ratio. Renfree tore the pectoral muscle in his right (throwing) arm in the Blue Devils' bowl loss to Cincinnati, but should be ready for camp. He's drawn Matt Hasselbeck and Matt Schaub comparisons as a heady if modest-armed passer with accuracy and anticipation. Rotoworld draft columnist Alen Dumonjic studied Renfree on tape and believes he could grow into an NFL starter. Developing behind Matt Ryan will be a big plus.
Apr 27 - 7:23 PM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

NFL Network's Mike Mayock says that Duke QB Sean Renfree "might surprise us all."

"Find a spot," Mayock said. "I mean, in this entire group of quarterbacks this year, by far [he] throws with more anticipation and timing than anybody else. Now, part of the reason is, at best, he has an average arm, so throughout his life he's had to learn to get rid of the football more quickly, anticipate more quickly. I think he's quicker mentally." Renfree is a fan of ours too, especially our own Alen Dumonjic. Dumonjic feels that Renfree has upside and is worthy of a fourth-round selection.
Source: NFL.com
Apr 10 - 9:48 AM
Conner Vernon - WR - Blue Devils

Duke's Conner Vernon is another WR that intrigues NFL Films' Greg Cosell.

Vernon is a "very good route runner with understanding of how to use vertical stem to break down cushion and separate," Cosell tweeted. "My concern with Vernon was he was bit of one speed receiver (without) much burst. But very good hands (and) great feel for subtleties of route running." We expect Vernon to be a fifth- or sixth-round player.
Source: Greg Cosell on Twitter
Mar 10 - 10:44 AM
Conner Vernon - WR - Blue Devils

Duke WR Conner Vernon says he's met with all 32 teams between the Senior Bowl and the combine.

When asked about how many teams he spoke to at the combine, Vernon said he was unsure. "I’m not sure, but between the Senior Bowl and the combine, I talked to all 32," Vernon said. "A lot of people just want information on you, and they don’t necessarily contact you and instead they go through your agent. I know he’s talked to a lot of guys. Right now, there’s not much else I can control. At this point, most of it is out of my hands."
Source: News Observer
Mar 5 - 9:07 PM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

Duke QB Sean Renfree continued to generate positive buzz, this time from Chris Mortensen on SportsCenter.

David Cutcliffe believes Renfree could be "the steal of this draft," according to Mort. Cutcliffe was Renfree's college coach, but Peter King and Mel Kiper recently singled out the Blue Devil in prior weeks. We doubt he works out at the Combine due to a torn pectoral muscle suffered in the team's final game.
Source: Evan Silva on Twitter
Feb 21 - 1:31 PM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

SI's Peter King singled out Duke's Sean Renfree as one QB that might not be getting enough attention.

"No one's talking about him, but he completed 70 percent of his throws in six of 12 games for David Cutcliffe last fall, was a comeback specialist, and has the pedigree in a good pro-style offense to play early," King writes. "Could he be more than a late-round flyer, this year's Ryan Lindley? We'll see." Renfree tore his right pectoral muscle on the final play of Duke's bowl game, so we doubt he will throw or workout out at the Combine.
Source: Sports Illustrated
Feb 18 - 9:42 AM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

ESPN's Mel Kiper named Duke's Sean Renfree as a potential sleeper quarterback in the 2013 NFL Draft.

Renfree finished his college career with a 64.6 completion rate, 50 touchdown passes, and 40 interceptions. "I like the fact that (Renfree) has size, I like his arm," said Kiper. "I like that he was with David Cutcliffe for five years. (Cutcliffe) tutored Peyton and Eli Manning and is known as a quarterback guru. Renfree took Duke to a bowl game for the first time since 1994, Renfree did. He’s a Matt Hasselbeck, Matt Schaub type to me so I like Renfree in the fifth-round area."
Source: buffalobills.com
Feb 15 - 3:05 PM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

Duke senior QB Sean Renfree tore his right pectoral on his final collegiate pass against Cincinnati.

Renfree was expected to attend the East-West Shrine game, but this injury will likely hold him out of the event. The senior has already undergone surgery to fix the issue, but it is unknown if he will be healthy enough to participate in the pre-draft process.
Source: Charlotte Observer
Sat, Dec 29, 2012 10:37:00 AM
Conner Vernon - WR - Blue Devils

Duke senior WR Conner Vernon caught 10 passes for 119 yards and a touchdown Thursday against Cincinnati.

Vernon was his usual, consistent self. Other than a 23 yard reception, most of his catches were to eat up shorter chunks of yardage. Vernon likely projects as a slot receiver, creating separation with body control and the senior's hands are very reliable.
Fri, Dec 28, 2012 08:50:00 AM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

Duke senior QB Sean Renfree completed 37-of-49 for 358 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions Thursday against Cincinnati.

Renfree looked great for most of the game, but his two interceptions were killers, and the last one sealed Duke's fate in the losing column. With a chance of being drafted, Renfree will need to put together a solid week of practice during East-West Shrine Game. We do like his high release point and touch on downfield throws.
Fri, Dec 28, 2012 08:23:00 AM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

Duke senior QB Sean Renfree will attend the East-West Shrine Game.

Renfree missed a few games due to an injury to his throwing elbow but put forth a fairly solid season. The senior likes to shuffle and move quite a bit in the pocket while making his reads, but does find second and third options at times despite the happy feet.
Source: Shrine Game Facebook
Fri, Dec 7, 2012 03:01:00 PM
Conner Vernon - WR - Blue Devils

Duke and Cincinnati will play in the Belk Bowl on December 27.

With Bearcats outside linebacker Walter Stewart ending his football career due to injury, this game lacks NFL prospects. Blue Devil senior receiver Conner Vernon will earn a pre-draft all star game invite and is one of the top receivers in the country. Cincinnati running back George Winn has taken a big step forward in the lead back role and senior linebacker transfer Greg Blair is an intriguing option.
Source: ESPN
Mon, Dec 3, 2012 12:11:00 PM
Kenny Anunike - DL - Blue Devils

Duke senior DE Kenny Anunike has been granted a sixth year of eligibility due to previous injured seasons.

Anunike already received a fifth year due to multiple knee injuries. In 2011, the senior missed all but five games. However, he is playing his best ball right now recording six tackles for loss, including five sacks.
Source: CollegeFootballTalk on NBC Sports
Wed, Nov 21, 2012 09:16:00 AM
Sean Renfree - QB - Blue Devils

Duke senior QB Sean Renfree will play Saturday against Clemson despite suffering from flu-like symptoms and a concussion last week.

Renfree participated in non-contact drills on Tuesday and Wednesday, and was a full go on Thursday. Clemson has a couple pass rushers that can generate pressure, but Renfree has done well to get rid of the ball quickly.
Source: The Herald Sun
Sat, Nov 3, 2012 10:31:00 AM

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