For draft-eligible players, receiving an invite to a post-season all star game is an incredible opportunity to showcase talents in front of NFL scouts and coaches.
Former Texas defensive lineman Malcolm Roach is one of the few fortunate to have that chance. Roach will be participating in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl in Pasadena, California on Saturday, January 18. The game will be televised on NFL Network at 7 p.m. EST
Roach appeared in 42 games for the Longhorns throughout his four-year career, recording 134 tackles and eight sacks. As a freshman in 2016, Roach received the Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year honor.
Voted as team captain for Texas’ 2019 season, it’s clear that Roach possesses a rare leadership quality both on and off the field.
Welcome to #Pasadena | The #NFLPABowl would like to welcome @TexasFootball DL Malcolm Roach (@Officialmalcr32).
A versatile DT/DE, Roach’s ability to play with both power and finesse caught our eye early, and he’s one of only six team captains! #HookEm #MakeYourMarkinLA pic.twitter.com/jtCSzlCkWW
— The Collegiate Bowl (@NFLPABowl) December 5, 2019
Roach’s hard-nosed style of play is contagious. Although he is currently projected to be a late-round draft pick or an undrafted free agent, a powerful showing from Roach in the NFPLA Bowl could significantly increase his draft stock.