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There were three former Ducks that participated in the NFL Combine yesterday, including two of the best in program history. How did they fare and measure up to the best of the best in their field?
Tyrell Crosby OT
H/W: 6’5 325
Hands: 10 3/4”
Arms: 35 1/4”
Measureables
5.23 40 yard dash
17 bench press reps (225 lbs)
30” vertical jump
105” broad jump
7.89 3 cone drill
1.86 10 yard split of the 40
Review
- Crosby finished with the sixth best 40 yard time for offensive linemen. 17 bench press reps isn’t ideal for a guy his size. He placed in top five overall in terms of arm length so he does not have to move to guard due to short arms. The 10 yard split is important for linemen because it measures explosion off the ball. The 1.86 is a solid number which placed him in the top 10. He looked good during the mirror drill, showing off excellent footwork and above average ability to stay with the “rabbit” (another OL playing the role of a DL). Quick feet. In a true live fire situation against a pass rusher, he would’ve completely locked the defender out. However, he looked really slow when linemen had to start by getting up from the ground. Slow backpedal and acceleration was an issue.
The Twitters
Tyrell Crosby has looked good today. Heard from teams he's a right tackle prospect.
— Matt Miller (@nfldraftscout) March 2, 2018
.@Tyrellcrosby (@MikeMayock's #4 OT) runs a 5.24u 40-yard dash! @OregonFootball#NFLCombine
— NFL (@NFL) March 2, 2018
: @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/sdWbGAJgMd
#NFL Combine Key Measurements thread...
— Charles Robinson (@CharlesRobinson) February 28, 2018
3. #Oregon OT Tyrell Crosby
Height: 6-4 5/8
Weight: 309
Hand: 10 6/8
Arm: 35 2/8
Wingspan: 83 2/8 https://t.co/KRhlACK2ma
When you find out Chick-fil-A serves free breakfast on Wednesday’s @Tyrellcrosby pic.twitter.com/ojVwF4bgiI
— Haramdré (@Haramdre) March 2, 2018
Interviews
Atlanta Falcons
Philadelphia Eagles
New Orleans Saints
San Francisco 49ers
Oakland Raiders
Final Summary
Stock up. He didn’t wow anyone but didn’t tank his stock either. Was a top 5 tackle in the class and left Indianapolis with that intact. I think he can stay at left tackle but would be best suited on the right side, or even transition to guard.
Royce Freeman RB
H/W: 5’11 234
Hands: 9 1/2”
Arms: 32”
Measureables
4.54 40 yard dash
17 bench press reps (225)
34” vertical jump
118” broad jump
6.9 3 cone drill
4.16 20 yard shuttle
11.64 60 yard shuttler
Review
- Freeman looked good during the drills. He’s a lot more agile than some expected. He ranked top 10 in the 40 time. The 40 time is good for him since he is bigger than most of the backs. In terms of Pac-12 conference backs, he placed 2nd in vertical jumps. I really like that he is fluid given his size.
The Twitters
Video of @OregonFootball's Royce Freeman running a 4.59 unofficial 40-yard draft. pic.twitter.com/Gk5xQofT5m
— Kevin Wade (@KwadeSays) March 2, 2018
Oregon RB Royce Freeman receiving drill @ Combine pic.twitter.com/7IzCWf4vD9
— BrownsBackersnewz (@Brownsnuggets) March 2, 2018
On his second attempt, Royce Freeman improved his 40-yard dash time to 4.55. pic.twitter.com/hJ04EibzNT
— Kevin Wade (@KwadeSays) March 2, 2018
I'm not saying Royce Freeman is Le'Veon Bell, I'm just saying they left behind the similar footprints as college RBs and athletic testers. pic.twitter.com/cDxIHqUA70
— Russell Clay (@RussellJClay) March 2, 2018
Interviews
Detriot Lions
Philadelphia Eagles
San Francisco 49ers
Final Summary
- Stock up. He proved that he’s a lot quicker than a guy his size usually proves. He might get drafted early due to his immense production and the ability to outperform expectations. He lost weight reportedly for this event.