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Brice Butler - WR - Aztecs

Raiders selected San Diego State WR Brice Butler with the No. 209 overall pick.

Standing in at 6-foot-3, 214 pounds with 4.37 wheels, Butler is an intriguing size/speed combo, but had trouble producing on the field in college. The Raiders are surely hoping they can mold his considerable natural abilities into a late-blooming deep threat, but Butler simply isn't a natural pass-catcher. Even with the Raiders thin at wideout, Butler will have trouble making the team.

Apr 27 - 5:46 PM

Leon McFadden - DB - Aztecs

Browns selected San Diego State CB Leon McFadden with the No. 66 overall pick.

McFadden (5-10, 193) was a 3 1/2-year starter at outside corner, logging 13 career tackles for loss and eight interceptions, including two pick-sixes as a senior. Smallish with short arms (32 3/8") and 4.54 speed, McFadden was viewed by most teams as a slot corner during the pre-draft process. He's quick in a short area with high football IQ, and has been called "an absolutely terrific player" by Greg Cosell. McFadden should compete for a starting job in Cleveland opposite Joe Haden.

Apr 26 - 8:59 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

Cowboys selected San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar with the No. 47 overall pick.

Escobar (6-6, 254) was a highly productive receiver in SDSU's pro-style attack, catching 93 balls for 1,323 yards (14.2 YPR) and 13 TDs over his final two seasons. He checked in with 33 5/8-inch arms at the Combine and ran 4.84 with a 32-inch vertical. Escobar can't block a lick and is strength-deficient (12 reps of 225), but consistently secures passes with soft hands away from his body and projects a catch-first NFL tight end with fluid movement skills. He's going to create mismatches.

Apr 26 - 7:39 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar visited the Cleveland Browns, per the Akron Beacon Journal's Nate Ulrich.

The Browns will be looking to add tight ends to go in their new offense and Escobar could be an option on day two of the draft. He is a move tight end that catches the ball well and brings size to offenses. However, he needs to improve his route running and get open more frequently. He has visited the Atlanta Falcons, Philadelphia Eagles and Carolina Panthers in addition.

Source: Nate Ulrich on Twitter

Apr 11 - 5:50 PM

Leon McFadden - DB - Aztecs

San Diego State CB Leon McFadden worked out for the Falcons on Saturday.

McFadden is firmly in the second or third tier of this cornerback class, but has received a limited amount of buzz throughout the process. He has experience as a slot corner and wastes very few steps, but expect McFadden to be in the late second- to third-round range.

Source: Tony Pauline on Twitter

Apr 7 - 1:21 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

The Falcons worked out TE Gavin Escobar on Saturday.

Escobar is a move tight end with a big body who catches everything away from his body. Those are great qualities, but beyond that we struggle to see the upside with the San Diego State product. He was taken out of a lot of blocking packages in college and might not have the quick twitch gear to consistently separate in the NFL. Therefore, Escobar will need to dominate on contested catches.

Source: Tony Pauline on Twitter

Apr 7 - 12:53 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

Draft Insider Tony Pauline reports San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar will visit with the Philadelphia Eagles, Cleveland Browns and Carolina Panthers.

Escobar was once called an "F-type" tight end by former Kansas City Chiefs G.M. Scott Pioli, which implies that Escobar is a "move" tight end. Escobar does a good job of catching the football but there are concerns over his ability to consistently separate from defensive backs and linebackers at the next level.

Source: Tony Pauline on Twitter

Apr 3 - 6:49 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar has met with the San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Both teams will likely look to add to the tight end position because it's featured so heavily in their offenses. Each team makes a point to run the ball but where Escobar is likely to do the most damage is in the passing game. Former Kansas City Chiefs general manager Scott Pioli once called Escobar an "F-type" (move) tight end.

Source: Tony Pauline on Twitter

Mar 20 - 3:45 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar ran forty times of 4.72 and 4.78 seconds at the school's pro day.

The times are an improvement on his 4.84 forty at the NFL Combine, but that is almost expected form pro day workouts. We love how Escobar catches everything away from his body, but wonder if he can consistently get open against corners and safeties if they exhibit some physical abilities.

Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter

Mar 20 - 9:33 AM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

Russ Lande of the National Football Post now ranks San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar as the 16th best player in the 2013 NFL Draft.

Escobar is not the top tight end, however, with Tyler Eifert checking in at No. 11. Stanford's Zach Ertz is close behind at No. 21. We like Escobar, specifically his ability to catch everything away from his body, but wonder if he will handle physical defenders during his routes.

Source: National Football Post

Mar 17 - 3:30 PM

Leon McFadden - DB - Aztecs

San Diego State CB Leon McFadden says he's been asked about playing the slot corner position.

"That's something I wouldn't mind playing and something I will have to learn obviously because I didn't play it in college," McFadden said. "I'm willing to take that task on." It takes a specific skill-set to play the slot corner spot, notably quick feet and discipline. NFL Network's Mike Mayock previously lauded McFadden for being light on his feet.

Source: U-T San Diego

Mar 6 - 5:26 PM

Leon McFadden - DB - Aztecs

San Diego State CB Leon McFadden ran an official 4.54 forty at the NFL Combine.

McFadden added a 1.53 10 yard split, 34.5-inch vertical, and 119-inch broad jump. He might not be one of the top names, but expect McFadden to be selected during the draft's second day, since he fits in the top portion of the senior cornerback class.

Feb 26 - 4:15 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar ran an official 4.84 forty along with a 1.66 10 yard split.

The time matches up with Escobar's playing style, since he doesn't win with outstanding athleticism but can beat defensive backs vertically if they expect an underneath pattern. Escobar's best attribute is consistency, specifically in terms of hands catching everything in his vicinity.

Feb 23 - 3:17 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

At the Combine, San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar measured in at 6'5 7/8 inches and 254 pounds.

Escobar also checked in with 33 5/8 inch arms. We don't expect the junior tight end to clock in with great speed, but he separated quite well on tape and always catches the football with his hands. A second- or third-round pick is certainly a possibility.

Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter

Feb 21 - 4:02 PM

Gavin Escobar - TE - Aztecs

The NFL Network's Bucky Brooks expects San Diego State TE Gavin Escobar to "rise up the charts" following the Combine.

"Escobar is underrated at this point, but scouts have been buzzing about his immense talent and potential," Brooks writes. This will be many people's first exposure to Escobar, and although he is not a consistent blocker, the Aztec is a very dynamic receiver with strong hands and fluid routes. Brooks lists Escobar as his third overall tight end.

Source: NFL.com

Feb 7 - 10:47 AM