NFL pro day news on Tim Tebow, Sam Bradford, more
April 01, 2010
SI.com's Tony Pauline checks in daily with news and notes about top prospects participating in pro days.
⢠On Monday, Utah safety Robert Johnson, who most believe is a middle-round choice, posted numbers comparable to the top defensive backs at the combine. His three-cone time of 6.56 was outstanding, as was his short shuttle run.
⢠Tuesday saw Oklahoma fullback Matt Clapp solidified himself as a late-round choice. The 249-pound lead blocker posted 40 times in the 4.6 range, then turned in a terrific pass-catching workout.
⢠Wednesday, it was Alex Daniels turn to shine.
The Cincinnati defensive lineman turned in a monster workout, running times in the low 4.5 area after measuring 6-foot-2, 265 pounds. Daniels other marks included a vertical jump of 36.5 inches, 31 reps on the bench press and a three cone time of 7.08 seconds. He is drawing comparisons to former Bearcat Connor Barwin, selected in the second round of the 2009 draft by the Houston Texans.
Ironically, like Barwin, scouts have mixed opinions on where to play Daniels at the next level. Like his former teammate a year ago, Daniels completed drills at defensive line, linebacker and tight end.