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NFL Combine ‘08 - Day 2

Photo - RB Jonathan Stewart - Oregon

Prospects on the Rise

Darren McFadden - Arkansas
Talented junior tailback quieted growling critics with a blazing 4.33 official time that was the best of the event thus far. He came in at 211 lbs. and did a 33" VL and a 10'8" BJ in a fine overall performance.

RB Jonathan Stewart - Oregon
Powerful junior tailback had a strong showing with a 4.44 forty time, in addition to 28 reps and a fine 36.5 VL that probably guarantees a mid first round grade.

NFL Combine ‘08

Photo - TE Dustin Keller - Purdue

Prospects on the Rise

TE Dustin Keller – Purdue
Athletic smaller tight end had a huge workout and most impressive showing on Day 1. He ran 4.53 and 4.54 times and had an exceptional 38� vertical leap with a solid 26 reps @ 225 lbs. He displayed sure hands and the ability to adjust to the ball. He was on our Top 100 value board prior to the Combine and could move up further at the close of this critical event.

TE Brad Cottam – Tennessee
Huge prospect missed most of the ’07 season but he continues to impress in the postseason. He came in at 6’7� and 271 lbs., ran a fine 4.68 time and did 24 reps in the lifting.

OT Jake Long – Michigan
The top offensive linemen in this year’s class solidified a top 5-10 selection. He came in at 6’7� and 313 lbs. and did a combine best thus far 37 reps @ 225 lbs. He ran a 5.17 and 5,27 times and solidified a top 5-10 selection.

OT Chris Williams – Vanderbilt
Just like the first day of the Senior Bowl, this guy stood out on Day 1 in Indy. He is a massive tackle who checked in at 6’6� and 315 lbs. He ran very good 5.07 and 5.18 times and looked nimble in the agility drills, though he did only 21 reps.

Top 50 Pro Prospects for the NFL Draft ’08
* underclassmen - mid Feb. Pre- NFL Combine ‘08

The New Top 100 Pro Prospects for the NFL Draft ’08 are available now in the '08 Feb. Newsletter

Photo - RB Rashard Mendenhall - Illinois

1. Matt Ryan - QB - 6’4� 220 lbs. - Boston College
Smart pocket QB ranks as the top prospect in this talented class.

2. Glenn Dorsey - DT - 6’2� 300 lbs. - LSU
Cat like senior tackle is a dominant force on the inside and a difference maker in every game.

3. Chris Long - DE - 6’5� 285 lbs. - Virginia
Savvy senior defensive end is a prospect with no holes.

4. Sedrick Ellis - DT - 6’2� 295 lbs. - USC
Explosive senior tackle is a relentless inside force who continues to move up the charts.

5. * Kenny Phillips - FS - 6’1� 205 lbs. - Miami
Smooth athletic junior safety is a fluid defender with well developed skills for the pro game.

6. Jake Long - OT - 6’7� 320 lbs. - Michigan
Physical senior tackle has well developed skills and experience to start at either outside position as a pro.

7. * Darren McFadden - RB - 6’1� 220 lbs. - Arkansas
Versatile junior tailback is ready to start in the NFL from day one.

NFL Scouting Combine ’08 - Invitation List
NFL Combine - Feb 20-26, 2008 - RCA Dome, Indianapolis, In.

Photo - RB Ray Rice - Rutgers

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Junior running back Ray Rice of Rutgers will be one of over 300 college football players who will attend the NFL Combine on Feb. 20 thru 26.
Rice declared for the NFL Draft '08 as an underclassman after another sensational '07 season for Rutgers including a 2000 yard rushing effort. That was just the 13th time a college back hit that mark with three of them acoomplishing it this past season - Kevin Smith and Matt Forte' being the others. Rice added 25 TDs over the '07 season completing his career with 50 scores and just under 5000 yards rushing in only three seasons. He faces a huge test in Indy to answer questions about his speed and overall athleticism. He is currently ranked as a marginal top 50 prospect with the critical combine workout, a key part of the final evaluation for the NFL Draft '08 in April.

Texas vs Nation All-Star Classic 2008
Completes Postseason Games

Photo - Bruce Hocker - WR - Duquesne University

Texas vs the Nation All-Star Classic
Feb. 2, 2008 El Paso, Texas

The second annual Texas vs the Nation Classic will be played in El Paso this Saturday to conclude the postseason All-Star action. Despite its limited two year history, the Texas vs the Nation game has become a fine contest for pro prospects with some very interesting players again this year. Wideout Bruce Hocker of Duquesne University is one of the players to watch. He finished as Duquesne’s career record holder in receptions (162) and 2nd on the school’s all-time list for receiving yards (2,595) and touchdowns (33) while earning All-American honors as a junior and senior. He is the first player in school history to play in the Hula Bowl this year and caught a TD pass for the East squad. He hopes to have a big game in the Texas/Nation contest to improve his stock entering the NFL Combine.
A fine Division 1 sleeper to watch is DE Ervin Baldwin of Michigan State. He is a very underrated defender who has shown the ability to play anywhere along a front line and in either pro scheme. He is a good pass rusher who combines power and quickness and could be one of the real surprises in this game. He is a rising prospect at a position in high demand for the pro game and is a player to watch in late February at the NFL Combine 2008.

QB Matt Ryan Favorite for #1 Overall Pick in NFL Draft '08

Photo - QB Matt Ryan - Boston College

The Miami Dolphins theoretically are on the clock for the 2008 NFL Draft, and don’t be surprised if they select Boston College quarterback Matt Ryan with the top overall choice.

Ryan was the nation’s most improved player this season, and his performance caused him to move up on draft boards. He ranks among the top three prospects in this class, and he is a player the Dolphins have begun exploring strongly.

Arkansas's Dynamic Duo - Darren McFadden and Felix Jones Declare for the NFL Draft 2008

Photo - RB Felix Jones - Arkansas

Arkansas’ junior tailbacks All-American’s Darren McFadden and Felix Jones announced that they will enter the NFL Draft 2008. They formed the most explosive running tandem in recent college history while operating in the versatile Hog offense.
McFadden departs Arkansas as the school’s all-time leading rusher with 4,590 yards over a 38-game career. The two-time Doak Walker Award winner, two-time Heisman Trophy runner-up and two-time consensus All-American ranks second in Southeastern Conference history in rushing and holds the single-season record for all-purpose yardage with 2,310 in 2007.
“For the past three years I have been blessed with the opportunity to attend the University of Arkansas, play football for the Razorbacks and be a part of something truly special,� McFadden said. “When I was growing up, I dreamed of playing for the Hogs and the fans of the state, and I have had a chance to live that dream. Now the time has come to pursue another dream of mine – playing in the National Football League.
“After consulting with my family, I feel that entering my name for the NFL Draft is the right decision for me,� McFadden said. “I’m looking forward to the new challenge and am excited to get started.�