The next step in the process for the draft is the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana. The event will take place from Mar. 1 through Mar. 7.
The Auburn Tigers are sending three players from the 2021 roster to the combine, all of which come on the defensive side of the ball. It was announced on the NFL’s website on Wednesday.
- Roger McCreary, Cornerback
- Smoke Monday, Safety
- Zakoby McClain, Linebacker
McCreary was a two-year starter for the Tigers defense over the last two seasons. He was used in more of a reserve role in this first two seasons on the Plains. McCreary is viewed as one of the top three cornerbacks in the upcoming NFL draft, as one of the most consistent boundary defenders in college football.
Monday wrapped up his Tigers career as he played in all 13 games in 2021. In all, Monday played in 50 games for the Auburn defense over four seasons. He is viewed as a day two selection and could see playing time immediately at the NFL level. His size will make him highly-coveted by NFL defenses at safety.
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McClain saw time as a freshman at linebacker in a limited role that increased in his sophomore campaign. As a multi-year starter, McClain will bring experience in a reserve role at the next level with the opportunity to work his way into rotations and sub packages. He appeared in 49 games for Auburn with 268 tackles, 19 TFLs, and 5.5 sacks.
This trio will have the biggest job interviews of their life in Indianapolis as they look to impress NFL organizations.