NFL Combine Update
Just a quick update on the players with whom Seahawks fans should be most concerned…
Jonathan Stewart and Rashard Mendenhall put themselves further out of reach of the Seahawks with their outstanding performances in the combine yesterday. Stewart clocked an unofficial 4.44 in the forty, while Mendenhall put up a 4.37. They completed 28 and 26 bench reps, respectively. Stewart also logged an impressive 36.5″ vertical. The two are more or less solidified as top 20 picks, so the Seahawks will likely have to move up to snag either of them.
Some other RBs also improved their draft stock, though probably not enough to warrant a first round selection. East Carolina RB Chris Johnson clocked the top time of the day with a blazing 4.24 forty. While he may not have the size to be an every down back in the NFL, his speed and receiving ability can definitely cause an impact. The Seahawks reportedly have strong interest in him. Ray Rice of Rutgers and Matt Forte of Tulane also ran well yesterday, which could warrant them consideration in the 2nd round.
On the receiving end, Limas Sweed logged a 4.47 in the forty, along with a 35 inch vert. At nearly 6′4, he could solidify himself as a first round pick. The Seahawks were interested in Sweed during the Senior Bowl, but I continue to doubt that they’ll gamble on a WR in the first round.
In terms of TEs, there may not be a real clear cut #1, or even a definite first rounder. Dustin Keller improved his stock with a 4.5 forty and a 38 inch vertical. John Carlson disappointed with a 4.88 forty, but the buzz is that he looked great in positional drills, catching every pass to come his way. Fred Davis did not run because of injury, but hurt himself even more by dropping several balls in the receiving drills.
That’s all for now. Check back in a few days for a review on the defensive players’ combine results.
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