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Draft season kicks into high gear next week, with both the East-West Shrine Bowl and Reese’s Senior Bowl scheduled to be played in the following days. These events are widely regarded as the official beginning of draft season for NFL teams and media.
Here are six offensive players to keep an eye on for the Chargers in Frisco, TX.
RB Jaden Shirden, Monmouth
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A true junior eligible for the Shrine Bowl under the new NFL rules established this season, Steele transferred to UCLA from Ball State prior to the 2023 season. As a Cardinal, he was one of seven true freshmen to log at least 1,000 all-purpose yards and led the MAC in rushing as a sophomore. His production slipped a bit in Westwood, but he still finished sixth in the Pac-12 in total rushing.
While Steele isn’t a premier receiving threat, he had at least one reception in nine of UCLA’s 12 games this season. His calling card is a slippery but hard-nosed running style that may not fully pop in practices but should shine in the Shrine Bowl game on Thursday night.
WR Jalen Coker, Holy Cross
WR Malik Washington, Virginia
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Projected as a fifth or sixth round pick, Washington transferred to Virginia after four seasons at Northwestern. The Wildcats’ outdated and pedestrian offense did him no favors, but a more wide-open Virginia offense led Washington to 110 receptions for 1,426 yards and 9 touchdowns in 2023. That reception number led the nation and set an ACC record, while the yardage number set a program best.
Washington finished his college career with at least one reception in 37 consecutive games, a good indication that his speciality is getting open. Players of that skillset tend to shine in all-star formats, where practices are designed for one-on-one competition. Don’t be surprised if Washington ends up on…
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Publish date : 2024-01-27 10:14:12
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