2020 NFL Combine: Safety Prospects, Invites, What To Watch For

Rankings and what to watch for out of all the safety prospects invited to the 2020 NFL Combine.

2. Xavier McKinney, Alabama 6-1, 200 (1)

Why He’s Here On The List: Bama’s leading tackler with 95 stops to go along with three picks, he got in on everything for the defense last season. A leader who’ll take over a defense, he fits every style, he makes big plays, and he’ll work into the system from Day One. He’s not the perfect safety prospect, but he’s not far off if he could do just a bit more when the ball is in the air.

What The NFL Types Want To See: Can he be among the most athletic safeties in Indy? This is his shot to go from being a solid first rounder with upside to a must-have top ten overall pick and the top safety off the board. It’s his job to generate a buzz.

Bottom Line: Teams will love him. He’s a quarterback and leader on the field who can make a D his, but he’s the ultimate tweener. He’s a potential dream of a free safety, but he’ll fit no matter what a team is looking for. Watch out, and put him No. 1 one on this list if he owns the drills and it’s a mediocre workout from …

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