Alabama football: Analyzing Tide’s participants in 2020 NFL Combine

The 2020 NFL Scouting Combine is set to get underway this week. And there is a long list of college football’s top prospects hoping to make an impression on league decision-makers and draft pundits, including 10 former members of the Crimson Tide. …

Anfernee Jennings, Linebacker

Anfernee Jennings
Nov 23, 2019; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) reacts after sacking Western Carolina Catamounts quarterback Tyrie Adams (12) during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

Unlike Lewis, Anfernee Jennings is considered more of a finished product. He’s a steady player without much of a ceiling as a pass rusher.

There’s nothing wrong with that, as former Alabama linebacker Ryan Anderson has already proven, but it could hurt his outlook on draft day, especially if Jennings struggles with on-field drills later this week.

With that being said, the former Dadeville (Ala.) standout should be a solid early-down option as a 3-4 outside linebacker or maybe even as a 4-3 base end. Also don’t be surprised if some teams utilize Jennings as an off-ball linebacker at times.

Current projections: Round 4