In this exclusive interview with Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro, the rookie linebacker explains that it's time to get to work. In fact, its quite possible that he could run in the 4.4 He has a pec strain, Smart revealed. Dean could not participate in any of the drills at the 2022 NFL Combine due to his pectoral muscle injury, so his only activities were limited to interviews, medical checks, and the official weigh-in. But his 40 time also ranked in the bottom 10 among linebackers. He measured 6-foot-2 1/2 and weighed 239 pounds and was solid in his tests (4.57 40-yard dash, 36 1/2-inch vertical, 10-foot-7 broad jump). #Eagles draft Georgia LB Nakobe Dean in the 3d round. His 4.57-second 20-yard shuttle ranked dead last among the receivers who participated in that drill. However, his workout did not match the outstanding athleticism usually possessed by linebackers taken in the top half of the first round. How would that sort of time have stacked up at the Combine? Channing Tindall was another one of the third-round selections in this years draft. This time will be no different. Past those two, the Birds currently have Reed Blankenship, Andre Chachere, and KVon Wallace on their roster. WebNakobe Dean LB #17 Experience: R Height: 5-11 Age: 22 Weight: 231 lbs College: Georgia Biography Did you know Nakobe Dean was selected to the 2021 AFCA Good Works Team, which recognizes 22 college football players' community service and outstanding football play. He was a two-time captain for Wyoming and seems like the type of person who wouldnt have much trouble fitting in in Foxboro. For Hamilton, confirmation bias will help salvage his combine, as scouts who love him will dismiss the time. Nakobe Dean 40 time: Where did he rank among linebackers? But there's a pack of players who could come off the board on Day 2, and after rushing for 1,002 yards and 14 scores last year, Kyren Williams (B/R Scouting Report) of Notre Dame came into the combine looking to solidify his status as a potential second-round pick. The only problem is neither of the top two running backs from last years depth chart is signed for the 2023 NFL season. Gennaro Filice provides draft grades for each NFC South team. In the next clip, the Jets are running a counter, with two lead blockers coming from the backside. Top linebacker prospects weigh in on draft debate, 2022 NFL Scouting Combine winners and losers, Day 1: Chris Olave, Malik Willis impress, 2022 NFL Scouting Combine winners and losers, Day 2: Ickey Ekwonu, Kenny Walker III shine, With NFL opportunity knocking, Cincinnati CB Sauce Gardner thanks his mother by telling her to retire, LSU's Derek Stingley Jr. says he's best cornerback in 2022 NFL Draft. Theyre hoping for big things from their first three picks Jordan Davis, Cam Jurgens and Nakobe Dean in 2023 after those players made a relatively small impact as rookies. Dean explains what the transition to the NFL has been like through a week of Training Camp. pic.twitter.com/xBCtc9C7rE, JAKIB Sports (@JAKIBSports) February 26, 2023. Purdue's David Bell (B/R Scouting Report) was productive in college, as twice in three years the 6'1", 212-pounder topped 1,000 receiving yards. Do they re-sign The Mustache or shop for their QB2 elsewhere? Rest "No matter what else I do off the field, football is my main focus," he said. This could have just been a case of the combine jitters, but given that Green's agility was the primary concern of many scouts, the notion that he's best suited to play guard in the pros has gained momentum. Enagbare had a below average 40 time (4.87) for a 258-pound edge player and displayed just average movement ability during position workouts. He also didn't show the sort of agility and flexibility that Hamilton did in position drills. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Much of the Inside The Iggles staff has been very vocal about our desire that Dennard Wilson takes over as defensive coordinator. However, he only competed in some position drills and did not run the 40-yard dash. But Monday doesn't have the hours of tape displaying his elite range that Hamilton does. The legit criticism when it comes to Davis was the phone call to Linval Joseph in mid-November. The Jets and Giants put on quite a show, while a couple of marquee teams raised eyebrows. 2023 WWB Holdings, LLC. An NFC executivecomparedDean to Tuggle. Starting with two players who were drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles, defensive tackle Jordan Davis, and linebacker Nakobe Dean. Dean, it should be noted, never missed a game due to injury during his college career. Over his last two seasons with the Tigers, the 6'2", 207-pounder piled up a whopping 136 total tackles. Coming in at 229 pounds and 5 feet, 11 inches, Dean has an NFL prospect grade of 6.40. The pressure on Thibodeaux to blow that pro day out of the water has now increased exponentially because, right or wrong, withdrawing from the combine will only reinforce the negative perceptions of some regarding his work ethic. Cine was not targeted much in his NFL debut but was still in all the right spots when he dropped back into coverage. Philadelphia drafted linebacker Nakobe Dean (17) and defensive tackle Jordan Davis (90) in the 2022 NFL Draft. In 2021 alone, the 6'4", 323-pounder made starts at left guard, right guard, left tackle and right tackle. Were incredibly excited about those guys going forward, and its because of the way they were trained.. In the clip below, from the endzone angle, we are able to slow it down and see there are a total of three blockers trying to get in the way of Davis. When the scouting combine drills get going, here are six offensive players who could tear it up, and the tape is also intriguing. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. "I think that's what a lot of teams want to see is how fast I actually am.". Which first-round prospects should Raiders focus on at combine? 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If Philly went the route of adding the best available EDGE star and cornerback in Round 1, you wont hear any complaints from us, but dont be shocked if Howie drafts Lane Johnsons eventual replacement or something. Regardless of what people tell you, offensive coordinators do so much more than call plays on game day. Gennaro Filice and Dan Parr rank each franchise's class, from No. But the biggest knock on him heading into the combine was that for all the things he does well, he just isn't an especially explosive athlete. Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Nakobe Dean appears to be a sure bet to be taken in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. His 9'10" broad jump tied for fourth-worst among wide receivers. Six of those eight took the field on Saturday, with three members of that group putting up some of the night's best performances. His agility and suddenness did not match up with that of (Charles) Cross, (Ickey) Ekwonu or even (Jordan) Lucas, which means he will likely continue to be projected as a guard. He didnt need to risk injury or put himself through a battery of tests in order to impress the right scout or general manager. On Wednesday, Georgia hosted its annual pro day, allowing for its draft eligible players to show off their skills in front of what was a record number of NFL scouts and personnel executives. Philadelphia Eagles general manager and VP Howie Roseman said Kirby Smart's Georgia football program producers players that are "trained the right way, as football players and as people." If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Earlier this week, Thibodeaux told reportersthat questions regarding his motor areoff-base. Nakobe Dean was selected to the 2021 AFCA Good Works Team, which recognizes 22 college football players' community service and outstanding football play. Going through the drills did not seem to wear him down, either, which is another good sign that his conditioning is NFL-caliber. 6-0, 216 | 40: 4.74 | Class of 2019. His 5.0 40-yard dash was not exceptional for a 283-pound lineman. It's an opinion shared by Burks himself. But after peeling off an impressive 4.58-second 40-yard dash (with a 1.62-second split) and 27 reps of 225 pounds in the bench press, he pulled out of the position drills. "JJ" Enagbare was a strong player for the Gamecocks the past few seasons, powering his way through tackles with a physical demeanor, but his combine performance could keep him out of the top two rounds of the draft. The argument can be made that the wiser course of action would have been just doing the DL drills. The Eagles' 2022 rookie class, including Jordan Davis, Cam Jurgens, Nakobe Dean and Reed Blankenship, are integral to the Eagles' future Super Bowl hopes. We didnt have tremendous adversity this year, obviously, we won 16 games, but we had a moment of adversity and I remember seeing how Jordan reacted to that, and how he went around the locker room and kept people up as a rookie. If Gordon wants to hear his name called in Round 1, he's likely going to have to shave some time at Washington's March 29 pro day. Its easy to forget just how incredulous most of the drafts announcers were about Deans freefall, but teams were reportedly concerned about a potential need for pectoral surgery (and Deans refusal to have it). Hes a real fast guy, and a great effort guy and hes really talented.. Its time to build what we hope will be another phenomenal roster. the University of Georgia made NFL history when a total of 15 Bulldogs were selected in the NFL draft. Seemingly, the wisest move would be to promote quarterbacks coach Brian Johnson, but whoever takes over will have the benefit of inheriting some phenomenal talent on that side of the ball. Tuggle is No. There isn't a more polarizing prospect than Oregon edge-rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux (B/R Scouting Report). But it seems clear he'll have to wait until the middle rounds to hear his named called. I see myself as a complete back on all downs, and I can do it all.". For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. His 35" vertical ranked outside the top 10. He uses the straight arm and leverage to push the left tackle back into the pocket and he was able to shed the blocker and bring down the quarterback for a three-yard loss. COVID-19 forced the NFL (and everyone else) to cancel, postpone, and/or scale back for quite some timeand back in 2021, that meant no NFL Combine for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith and his draftmates. In 2021, he caught 93 passes for 1,286 yards and six scoresnumbers that earned him Big Ten Receiver of the Year honors over Ohio State's Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson. In the clip below, Walker finishes the play from the backside with his impressive relentless effort through the entire play. Travon Walker finishing the play pic.twitter.com/BIivvy4MS5, Laurie Fitzpatrick (@LaurieFitzptrck) August 12, 2022. Chad Reuter ranks his favorite picks in each round. Of course, Thibodeaux also reportedly said that he would participate in all the drills at the combine. He looked fine dropping into coverage and getting off the ball, but lost his balance trying to turn the corner and was stiff trying to change directions. Even though Tindalls size is a prototypical middle linebacker, he was dropping back into coverage and closing on ball carriers with good speed and finishing his assignments. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. "(Run) a pretty fast 40," he said. The performance should go a long way toward proving he's not just a two-down player. DeVonta Smith, Philadelphia Eagles (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images). Bush and Dean also are similar in size. Dominic Lovett has the ability to contribute right away Copyright University of Georgia Wire 2023. Philadelphia Eagles news fromFanSided Daily, Eagles 10 most pressing needs to fill this offseason. He also struggled with his change of direction in position drills. Unlikely. Heading into the combine, Green was generating quite a bit of first-round buzz, with some draftniks projecting he could be selected inside the top 15. Georgia defensive tackle Jordan Davis shattered the record for a 40-yard dash by a player over 340 pounds. The Eagles' 2022 rookie class, including Jordan Davis, Cam Jurgens, Nakobe Dean and Reed Blankenship, are integral to the Eagles' future Super Bowl hopes. Dean is currently at the NFL Scouting Combine, where he shared a great message about leadership. Todd McShay does not care what Dean does at the Wyatt played in Davis' shadow at Georgia, and his teammate grabbed the headlines once again on Saturday with his prodigious size and athleticism. Could Aaron Rodgers help Christian Watson compete for hardware from the jump in Green Bay? It doesn't matter. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! Had Williams put on a show in Indianapolis, he likely would have allayed some of the concerns about his size. If Kelce returns, expect Jurgens to slide over to right guard as Isaac Seumalo walks for big money on the open market. They just had great guys in front of them.. Please check your email for a confirmation. Will another aggressive draft by Mickey Loomis pay off for the Saints? We like Reed. Nakobe Dean enrolled at Georgia with lofty expectations that he would eventually become one of their star performers. As a whole, regression doesnt mean the desired result cant unfold for the Eagles. Past. Bell was a player in college who won with route-running and strong hands more than with blazing speed, and those hands were evident in position drills. Nakobe Dean, Georgia (Junior) Dean approaches every play like a cannonball ready to fire. At the time of this storys publishing, Philly has three coaching vacancies to fill, and it wont matter who leadership drafts or signs if they hire the wrong men to fill those vacancies. So that doesn't mean that we can't bring back the veteran players at those positions. It might be a little too early to say that he is everything we thought he was and more, but he certainty showed flashes of his future potential last week. pic.twitter.com/y68CAj7VpP It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. The Eagles' 2022 rookie class, including Jordan Davis, Cam Jurgens, Nakobe Dean and Reed Blankenship, are integral to the Eagles' future Super Bowl hopes. Yep, you wouldnt believe the things that fans say sometimes. DeVonta Smith 40 time: How did he compare to other wide receivers? Sign up for the University of Georgia Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. It also wasn't Burks' only pedestrian workout. All rights reserved. Tom Pelissero reported on February 22nd that the Dolphins are hiring defensive quality control coach Joe Kasper as their new safeties coach. Bucky Brooks highlights 10 perfect rookie-team fits from the 2022 NFL Draft. By Sean Koerner. Nakobe Dean said he met with Steelers, Giants and Patriots so far at Georgia Pro Day, Michael Rothstein (@mikerothstein) March 16, 2022. A few snaps later, Walker is mirroring tight end Tyler Kroft who is motioning in the backfield. Georgia linebacker Nakobe Dean is one of the top defensive prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft, and also one of the most fun to watch. 1 ranked player in the draft by both Todd McShay and Mel Kiper Jr. Ole Miss' Sam Williams, who was selected by some linemen this week at the combine as the most difficult pass rusher they had faced this season, ran 4.46 and Virginia Tech defensive end Amare Barno, at 246 pounds, ran a wide-receiver worthy 4.36. And nine wide receivers ran the 40 in under 4.4 secondseasily the most ever. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. The 2022 NFL Scouting Combine is it's a two-player race to be the first off-ball linebacker drafted between Georgia's Nakobe Dean and Utah's a bad 40 time isn't Poe also did 44 repetitions of 225 pounds in the bench press and had a 34-inch vertical jump -- each a staggering number for a player of his size. Walker uses a straight arm to maintain proper spacing, keeps his head up and eyes in the backfield so he can engage with the ball carrier. Marc Ross spotlights 10 rookies set up for success in the 2022 NFL season and beyond. Couple that with the coaching staff attrition after an uncharacteristic year of calm waters there and the confirmation by Howie Roseman that compensatory picks in 2024 are on the horizon due to upcoming free-agency losses and you have the cocktail for a bit of a backslide. There was quite a bit of disparity of opinion leading up to the combine regarding Washington cornerback Kyler Gordon. But Harris' status as a top-50 prospect was well-established coming into the event, while Clark really helped himself with a nice overall effort. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Moving onto Dean, in his NFL debut, he played a total of 24 snaps and had five combined tackles and an 85.4 run defense grade according to Pro Football Focus. Youll really appreciate this if youre a younger Philadelphia Eagles fan. That sets me apart from everybody else.". That "Gordon is a big, aggressive defensive back who's still putting his overall coverage plan together, but when it all comes together, it's pretty tough to deal with.". Listed at 6-foot-3, 310 pounds, the junior boasts a lightning-fast first step, loose hips, and explosive bursts to close in pursuit. Nakobe Dean was the best linebacker in college football last season. His 4.66-second 40-yard dash time was faster than Darius Leonard's 40 back in 2018, as were his 25 reps in the bench press. 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