John Ross Runs His Way Into Top 10 at Combine

Records were broken, speed was shown and stock was moved in both directions. “Growing up, I never really knew you had to monitor that”. “I just wanted to give my teammates my all and finish off the season right, a 10-win season, and give my best to Stanford and end that career the right way”. None of these details counts as a new development from Saturday’s action, because Ross showed time and again during his days at Washington how unsafe of a playmaker he can be. His vertical jump of 36 inches was also one of the best from the tight ends. Once again, Jones showed off his superior hands and route-running skills. So luckily for the Carolina Panthers, who are most certainly in need for a few more weapons to attach to quarterback Cam Newton, the drills proved they’ll be plenty of worthwhile options to draft come April. He had to have at least run his way to the top of the WR prospect rankings. After an average season in 2016, his stock plummeted, almost falling out of the top three rounds in every mock drat. Consistently in rhythm, Kaaya was able to complete throws easily during individual reps with his receivers. The tight end talent in this draft is deep, one of the best classes in a long time. Morgan’s 4.74 time was last among the receivers.

Ross is expected to be much more than just a Combine name to remember.

For comparison’s sake, Hilton ran a 4.34 40. It is good that he is so quick because he rarely is in situations where he needs to make contested catches. His combine catapulted him into the first round, where the Tennessee Titans took him at No. 24 overall. The Ravens offense needs play-makers. He then pulled up afterward and didn’t run a second time as his calves tightened up due to how fast he was running.

Samuel ran a 4.31 in the 40 which was the second fastest time at the Combine.

The University of Washington product was already projected to be a first-round selection in the upcoming draft, but Saturday’s performance likely helped solidify that belief.

Staying on the freakish tight end theme, Engram locked up an early-round selection with his performance.

Krishawn Hogan (Marian) – One of the biggest receivers in the building, Hogan is a small school player who took advantage of his opportunity.