2023 Senior Bowl and East-West Shrine Bowl Coverage

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Here are some of the media's takes on what they're seeing from these prospects.

Highest-graded players participating in the East-West Shrine Bowl | College Football | PFF

Wake Forest defensive lineman Kobie Turner and San Jose State edge defender Viliami Fehoko headline an impressive group of 2023 NFL Draft prospects set to play in this year's East-West Shrine Bowl.

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2023 East-West Shrine Bowl weigh-in & measurement results | College Football | PFF

All of the updated heights, weights and measurements for the 2023 NFL Draft prospects in attendance for the 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl.

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2023 NFL Draft: Five standouts from Monday's East-West Shrine Bowl practices

After observing Monday's practice sessions at the 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl in Las Vegas, Bucky Brooks spotlights five players who caught his eye.

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2023 NFL Draft: Top prospects to watch at 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl

The 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl is nearly upon us. With a week of practices set to get underway in Las Vegas, Chad Reuter highlights 13 of the top NFL draft prospects participating in the annual all-star game.

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2023 Senior Bowl weigh-in & measurement results | NFL Draft | PFF

All of the updated heights, weights and measurements for the 2023 NFL Draft prospects in attendance for the Reese's Senior Bowl.

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2023 Senior Bowl preview: Burning questions for NFL scouts hitting Mobile

With Senior Bowl practice getting underway on Tuesday, draft season is truly here! Eric Edholm provides a look at what NFL scouts are most interested to see during the week-long event in Mobile, Alabama.

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2023 Senior Bowl Day 1 standouts: BYU WR Puka Nacua impresses; center rising into Round 1?

Which 2023 NFL Draft prospects helped themselves on Day 1 of Senior Bowl practice? Lance Zierlein and Eric Edholm provide a look at five stars from Tuesday and more takeaways from the all-star game.

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2023 Senior Bowl Practice Recap: Day 1 | NFL Draft | PFF

The early standouts from Day 1 of the 2023 Senior Bowl, including Ohio State tackle Dawand Jones.

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2023 Senior Bowl: Practice Report – WalterFootball

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2023 Senior Bowl Day 2 standouts: NFL draft buzz for WR Nathaniel 'Tank' Dell, LB Daiyan Henley

Which 2023 NFL Draft prospects helped themselves on Day 2 of Senior Bowl practice? Lance Zierlein and Eric Edholm provide a look at five stars from Wednesday and more takeaways from the all-star game.

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2023 Senior Bowl Practice Recap: Day 2 | NFL Draft | PFF

The early standouts from Day 2 of the 2023 Senior Bowl, including Tulane running back Tyjae Spears.

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2023 Senior Bowl: Practice Report – WalterFootball

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I've been interested in Keion White for the last month, and he has been performing quite well.

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Daniel Jeremiah's top 50: 2023 NFL Draft prospect rankings 1.0

Daniel Jeremiah reveals his initial prospect rankings for the 2023 NFL Draft. Who is the top overall player in this class? What is the pecking order among the marquee quarterbacks? Check out the full rundown, 1-50.

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Keion White

Georgia Tech · Edge · Senior (RS)
White is a twitched-up edge rusher with a defensive tackle frame. Against the pass, he has an explosive first step and can really bend at the top of his rush. He can convert speed to power and refuses to stay blocked. He never stops working to free himself and he can stack one move after another. He is a freaky athlete in coverage. On tape, you can see him peel off and mirror running backs 30 yards down the field. He also showed off his effort and motor by running more than 80 yards to look for a block on a Georgia Tech fumble return vs. Florida State. Against the run, he is violent with his hands to shock and shed blocks. He has a huge burst to close from the back side. Overall, White is one of my favorite players in the class and could emerge as the top defender in the class.

 

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2023 Senior Bowl: Without a deep QB class, a pair of offensive skill players stand out on Day 1

Players on both sides of the ball had noteworthy performances at Tuesday's practice

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2023 Senior Bowl: WRs, DBs shine on Day 2 while the QBs still struggle to find their footing

In addition to WRs and DBs, a small-school offensive lineman flashed on Wednesday

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Lions 2023 draft: Initial scouting impressions of some Senior Bowl offense prospects

With an eye for how they might fit with the Detroit Lions, here are some early scouting observations on some Senior Bowl offensive prospects

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Lions will meet with all 125 players at the Senior Bowl

Teams are able to have more extensive, unscheduled meetings with players

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Senior Bowl notebook: Day 1 observations and first impressions

Here are a few of the takeaways from the first day of practices of the American and National teams

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Senior Bowl notebook: Day 2 standouts and notes

Here are some standouts and observations from the second day of Senior Bowl practices, with a focus on the lines

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Jayden Reed apparently has the fastest clock on field speed so far, and had a few routes that have looked pristine.

 

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Jayden Reed apparently has the fastest clock on field speed so far, and had a few routes that have looked pristine.

He's been a great route runner and with damn good hands. MSU's offense and in particular their QB situation this past year didn't do him any favors. I had hoped that he would've entered last year's draft.

He would be one WR that I'd be interested in so long as it was a day 3 pick.

 

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Another small school prospect to keep your eye on throughout the draft process, Marte Mapu. He's listed as a Safety by Senior Bowl but evidently played ILB at Sacramento State. He might be an intriguing candidate for the SS position.

Player

Height

Weight

Hand

Arm

Wingspan

Marte Mapu

6025

217

9 3/8

33 3/8

80

There have been 3-4 different sites reporting on his play at the Senior Bowl.

Senior Bowl notebook: Day 2 standouts and notes

Here are some standouts and observations from the second day of Senior Bowl practices, with a focus on the lines

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The last small schooler is someone who I had not even heard of until this week. Sacramento State linebacker Marte Mapu had a very strong day, notably in coverage drills but also team drills. Mapu is just under 6-foot-3 and weighed in at 217 pounds; he looks more like a Legion of Boom safety than a linebacker, but he showed very impressive power and pad level for an angular guy. He showed legit coverage instincts and the ability to jump routes. Mapu has made me want to watch a lot of Sacramento State game tape, and that’s not something I ever anticipated saying.

2023 Senior Bowl: WRs, DBs shine on Day 2 while the QBs still struggle to find their footing

In addition to WRs and DBs, a small-school offensive lineman flashed on Wednesday

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Marte Mapu, S, Sacramento State​

Like Rush, Marte Mapu was a late add. And like Rush, you would never know it watching him fly all over the field. In college he lined up all over the field and that versatility will certainly translate to the next level. On tape, he's a hard-hitting safety who is at his best coming downhill and has the athleticism to make plays in space, whether against mobile quarterbacks or dynamic running backs. There may be some questions about his deep speed but he's a lot of fun to watch because he's always around the ball.


On Wednesday, Mapu worked at linebacker and looked like he had been there his entire life. Both against the run ...

Mapu is wearing a Green Helmet.

 

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2023 Senior Bowl: Stock Up, Stock Down at Day 2 Practices

Six players former NFL team executives Rick Spielman and Mike Tannenbaum thought improved their stock on Day 2 at the Senior Bowl, and six others whose stock took a hit.

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The following statement comes from former Vikings GM Rick Spielman

Marte Mapu, LB, Sacramento State​

Height	Weight	Hand	Arm	Wing
6025	217	9 3/8″	33 3/8″	80″

I have to go back and watch more video on Mapu, who was a standout at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl last week and a late add-on to the Senior Bowl roster. But watching him move around, he’s very athletic. The other thing that stood out to me was his effort in chasing guys down the field. He’s running 30 yards down the field and trying to punch the ball out. Small-school guys like this usually have a chip on their shoulder, and when they show up here, they look like they belong. Mapu certainly has this week. — RS

 

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Also, there are several reports regarding South Carolina CB, Darius Rush. The following is also from Rick Spielman.

2023 Senior Bowl: Stock Up, Stock Down at Day 2 Practices

Six players former NFL team executives Rick Spielman and Mike Tannenbaum thought improved their stock on Day 2 at the Senior Bowl, and six others whose stock took a hit.

www.the33rdteam.com

Darius Rush, CB, South Carolina​

Height	Weight	Hand	Arm	Wing
6015	196	9 1/2″	32 3/4″	79 3/4″

A long corner, Rush did an excellent job on Wednesday in one-on-ones. He has an uncanny ability to read and react to the routes the receivers are running. He got his hands on numerous passes on the first two practice days. — RS

2023 Senior Bowl: WRs, DBs shine on Day 2 while the QBs still struggle to find their footing

In addition to WRs and DBs, a small-school offensive lineman flashed on Wednesday

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Darius Rush, CB, South Carolina​

Darius Rush was a late add to the Senior Bowl roster but you would never know it to look at him. He's had two good days of practice and has consistently flashed in the one-on-one drills, which is geared to favor the wide receivers. No one told Rush that.




This was a recurring theme, Rush running the routes for the receivers and the play inevitably ending in a PBU.

 

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There are quite a few CB and Safeties at the Senior Bowl who possess the physical stature that the NFL looks for in today's game.

Cornerbacks​

Player	Height	Weight	Hand	Arm	Wingspan
Jakorian Bennett	5105	193	9	31 3/8	76 5/8
Mekhi Blackmon	5106	182	9 3/8	31 5/8	74 7/8
Kyu Blu Kelly	6001	193	9 1/4	31 3/4	77 1/8
Julius Brents	6030	202	9 1/2	33 3/4	82 7/8
Chamarri Conner	6000	205	9	31	76 1/4
Anthony Johnson Jr	6011	207	8 5/8	32 7/8	77 3/8
Darrell Lutter Jr	5115	191	10 1/4	32 1/2	77 7/8
Jartavius Martin	5110	193	9 3/4	31 1/2	77 1/4
Riley Moss	6003	192	9 1/8	30 3/8	73 3/8
Darius Rush	6015	196	9 1/2	32 3/4	79 3/4
Keidron Smith	6015	203	9 1/2	32	76 3/4
Tyrique Stevenson	6002	204	9 5/8	32 3/8	77 1/4

Rejzohn Wright

6020

196

9 1/2

32 1/2

77 1/4

 

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Safeties​

Player	Height	Weight	Hand	Arm	Wingspan
Sydney Brown	5100	213	10 1/4	31 5/8	75 1/8
DeMarcco Hellams	6005	213	8 3/8	31 1/2	74 1/2
Ronnie Hickman	6006	209	9	32 1/2	77 3/8
Marte Mapu	6025	217	9 3/8	33 3/8	80
Kaevon Merriweather	6001	207	9 3/8	31 3/4	76 1/2
Jammie Robinson	5106	194	8 7/8	29 5/8	72 1/8
Daniel Scott	6004	210	10	30 1/4	74 1/2
JL Skinner	6041	211	8 3/8	32 1/2	77 7/8

Chris Smith II	5102	188	9 5/8	31 5/8	75
Jay Ward	6010	186	8 1/2	32	77

 

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There is some extended coverage on several Senior Bowl players through The Draft Network site. The content currently exists on pages two through seven which I'm certain will be moved as more write-ups come in. These individual write-ups are listed as Get to Know "insert a Player's Name".

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2023 Senior Bowl: Stock Up, Stock Down at Day 2 Practices

Six players former NFL team executives Rick Spielman and Mike Tannenbaum thought improved their stock on Day 2 at the Senior Bowl, and six others whose stock took a hit.

www.the33rdteam.com

The following statement comes from former Vikings GM Rick Spielman

Marte Mapu, LB, Sacramento State​

Height	Weight	Hand	Arm	Wing
6025	217	9 3/8″	33 3/8″	80″

I have to go back and watch more video on Mapu, who was a standout at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl last week and a late add-on to the Senior Bowl roster. But watching him move around, he’s very athletic. The other thing that stood out to me was his effort in chasing guys down the field. He’s running 30 yards down the field and trying to punch the ball out. Small-school guys like this usually have a chip on their shoulder, and when they show up here, they look like they belong. Mapu certainly has this week. — RS

SS?

 

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There are quite a few CB and Safeties at the Senior Bowl who possess the physical stature that the NFL looks for in today's game.

Cornerbacks​

Player	Height	Weight	Hand	Arm	Wingspan
Jakorian Bennett	5105	193	9	31 3/8	76 5/8
Mekhi Blackmon	5106	182	9 3/8	31 5/8	74 7/8
Kyu Blu Kelly	6001	193	9 1/4	31 3/4	77 1/8
Julius Brents	6030	202	9 1/2	33 3/4	82 7/8
Chamarri Conner	6000	205	9	31	76 1/4
Anthony Johnson Jr	6011	207	8 5/8	32 7/8	77 3/8
Darrell Lutter Jr	5115	191	10 1/4	32 1/2	77 7/8
Jartavius Martin	5110	193	9 3/4	31 1/2	77 1/4
Riley Moss	6003	192	9 1/8	30 3/8	73 3/8
Darius Rush	6015	196	9 1/2	32 3/4	79 3/4
Keidron Smith	6015	203	9 1/2	32	76 3/4
Tyrique Stevenson	6002	204	9 5/8	32 3/8	77 1/4

Rejzohn Wright

6020

196

9 1/2

32 1/2

77 1/4

These guys are bigger than the safeties

 

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SS?

Yes.
Think Cam Chancellor type body.

 

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These guys are bigger than the safeties

Some of these CB are bigger than some of the current NFL Safeties.

 

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Florida's Trey Dean III, Michigan's Jake Moody lead West to victory over East in Shrine Bowl

The West team triumphed over the East team in the 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl thanks to an impressive showing by Michigan kicker Jake Moody and a dominant defensive performance.

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There were no touchdowns scored in the game, but Michigan kicker Jake Moody went 4 for 4, connecting on two field goals of 51 yards and two tries from 35 yards out on his way to earning Offensive MVP honors.

Last year's East-West Shrine Bowl included Offensive Rookie of the Year finalist Brock Purdy among its participants, along with 13 of the 2022 NFL Draft's top 150 picks.

 

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