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DRILL ADDITIONS AND SUBTRACTIONS

Timed “Figure 8” bend drill

The purpose of this drill is to see how flexible defensive linemen are while also being able to turn the corner. The objective for participants is to stay as tight to the hoop as possible. This shows that they are flexible at the hips, able to turn the corner and explore new surface areas when possible within the pocket. Here’s an example from the Miami Dolphins offseason training activities, you can see that the operating levels and bend help show the lean that is needed while being able to turn the corner.


A hidden goal of this drill is the towel on the ground. I can't confirm that there will be objects on the ground or edges of the hula hoops, but if so, they are there for the prospects to grab. Being able to bend and grab these objects while staying on the move displays their bend levels. Ankle flexion is another trait that is brought to the forefront during this sequence as well.
 

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Timed “Gauntlet” drill
Outside of the on-field testing, one drill that many pay close attention to is the catch gauntlet. This is where receivers and defensive backs run sideline to sideline and are thrown through to by a series of quarterbacks while operating at high tempos. This drill serves to show the catch comfort of participants and the burst after the catch following their final snag at the conclusion of the drill.


It starts with an initial over the shoulder flip prior to running in a straight line while catching as many passes as possible. The difference between this year’s event and years past is that it will now be timed to ensure prospects are giving maximum effort. This is an attempt to keep players from coasting through, but the element of competition is an environment that the combine committee is hoping comes to fruition.
 

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Timed “Figure 8” bend drill

The purpose of this drill is to see how flexible defensive linemen are while also being able to turn the corner. The objective for participants is to stay as tight to the hoop as possible. This shows that they are flexible at the hips, able to turn the corner and explore new surface areas when possible within the pocket. Here’s an example from the Miami Dolphins offseason training activities, you can see that the operating levels and bend help show the lean that is needed while being able to turn the corner.


A hidden goal of this drill is the towel on the ground. I can't confirm that there will be objects on the ground or edges of the hula hoops, but if so, they are there for the prospects to grab. Being able to bend and grab these objects while staying on the move displays their bend levels. Ankle flexion is another trait that is brought to the forefront during this sequence as well.

I want to see them try to catch a greased pig. That would be a better test.

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I’m now 100% convinced the guy they want is Okudah. That’s fine, just don’t take him at 3. Trade down to the 5-8 range, stock pile a multiple 1sts and 2nds then take him there.

Can BQ pull it off?
 

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I’m now 100% convinced the guy they want is Okudah. That’s fine, just don’t take him at 3. Trade down to the 5-8 range, stock pile a multiple 1sts and 2nds then take him there.

Can BQ pull it off?


....no
 

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I’m now 100% convinced the guy they want is Okudah. That’s fine, just don’t take him at 3. Trade down to the 5-8 range, stock pile a multiple 1sts and 2nds then take him there.

Can BQ pull it off?

NO. He will stay put. Even though 3 QB's will go in the top 10 and 1 of them is going #1 overall.
Wouldn't be shocked if he took Okudah over Young as well as he wouldn't "Fit the system".
 

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I’m now 100% convinced the guy they want is Okudah. That’s fine, just don’t take him at 3. Trade down to the 5-8 range, stock pile a multiple 1sts and 2nds then take him there.

Can BQ pull it off?

I would not mind Simmons either. Whomever is there after the trade down. Giants could pass on both of them and take Andrews too so there is a possibility of trading down twice if the Skins take Chase. Can trade with Phins first and then a lesser trade with Chargers to flip 5th and 6th for another pick.
 

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NO. He will stay put. Even though 3 QB's will go in the top 10 and 1 of them is going #1 overall.
Wouldn't be shocked if he took Okudah over Young as well as he wouldn't "Fit the system".

If Burrow and Tua go 1-2 I would hope to God they wouldn’t pass on Young.
 
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