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We’re looking at ten defensive backs for the Baltimore Ravens to watch during the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine
The Ravens are in Indianapolis for the NFL combine, and GM Eric DeCosta will be front and center to watch the defensive backs and tight ends work out.
Cornerback depth will be a massive priority for Baltimore, and there will be changes this offseason with Ronald Darby, Arthur Maulet, and Rock-Ya-Sin all pending free agents.
With Day 2 of on-field workouts set to begin, we’re looking at ten defensive backs for the Ravens to watch.
We’re looking at ten defensive backs for the Philadelphia Eagles to watch during the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine
Defensive back depth is a massive priority for the Eagles, and that’ll be the position to watch on Friday at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Howie Roseman is looking to retool the roster following Philadelphia’s historic collapse, finishing the season 1-6 after a 10-1 start.
There could be decisions on cornerbacks Darius Slay and James Bradberry in the coming days, while the Eagles only have two safeties on the roster after releasing Kevin Byard.
With Day 2 of on-field workouts set to begin, we’re looking at ten defensive backs for Philadelphia to watch.
The stats back it up, Alabama has the strong CB unit in all of college football
Alabama has had an interesting season in 2023. Once ranked as high as No. 3 in the nation, the Tide fell all the way down to No. 13. As the final game of the 2023 regular season arrives, the team is in the thick of the College Football Playoff race. The defense is a big reason why.
In his first season back with the program, defensive coordinator Kevin Steele has put together a quality defense that has exceeded expectations.
Though the Crimson Tide offense took some time to get going, the defense has consistently played at an elite level with the secondary being the star of the show.
According to Pro Football Focus, cornerbacks Terrion Arnold and Kool-Aid McKinstry are the two highest-graded cornerbacks among all Power Five cornerbacks.
McKinstry has a grade of 86.3 and Arnold has a current grade of 84.8.
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— PFF College (@PFF_College) November 23, 2023
Alabama’s playoff push will rely heavily on the defense, especially McKinstry and Arnold as two leaders of the team.
The final game of the regular season will be against Auburn on the Plains and then the Tide will travel to Atlanta to take on Georgia in the SEC championship. After that, Alabama’s postseason fate will rest in the hands of the College Football Playoff Committee.
Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Alabama football as the regular season comes to a close.
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Marlon Humphrey expected to miss the start of the 2023 NFL season due to a foot injury.
Marlon Humphrey has been the star of the Baltimore Ravens’ defense since he was selected by the franchise 16th overall in the 2017 NFL draft. The team will have to be without the three-time Pro Bowl cornerback, as he will miss time due to a foot injury.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Humphrey will have surgery and will only be off the field for “a little over a month.”
Overall, this isn’t an issue that will ruin the Ravens’ season, but it will mean the rest of the defense will have to step up, especially in an ultra-competitive AFC North.
#Ravens All-Pro CB Marlon Humphrey is dealing with a foot injury and he's expected to have surgery today, sources say. The hope is he's back in a little over a month. So, out for the first couple games. https://t.co/gkCiVoGuI3
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 16, 2023
Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Humphrey and other former Alabama players as the 2023 NFL season approaches.
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A few Alabama football stars are expected to be the top prospects at their position for the 2024 NFL Draft class.
One of the ways Alabama football is preparing for the 2023 college football season is by focusing on replacing the impact players from last season that are no longer with the program. Some of the players that are expected to step up include edge rusher Dallas Turner and defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry.
Both Turner and McKinstry were recently chosen as possible top prospects at their respective positions for the distant 2024 NFL draft
ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller shared his picks for the top draft-eligible players at every position.
For edge rushers, it was between Turner and Jared Verse of Florida State. In the end, Miller chose Turner.
“The edge rusher debate is a tale of two stories: potential vs. known product. First, we have Turner, a five-star recruit out of high school who has started just 10 games on a loaded Alabama team. But in that time, he has produced 12.5 sacks and 60 pressures, and scouts and coaches believe the best is still to come, once he takes over Will Anderson Jr.’s place in the lineup. I really like his first-step quickness.”
Miller also quoted one NFL scouting director, who reportedly said that Turner will get some player comparisons to former Penn State standout, Micah Parsons.
As for cornerback, Miller chose McKinstry over Penn State’s Kalen King.
“McKinstry doesn’t just have the best nickname in college football — he might also be the best cover man in the sport. In 2022, he one-upped King by allowing a QBR of 13.2 — ninth in the nation among DBs who saw at least 50 targets. He hauled in one interception and broke up 14 passes. At 6-foot-1 and 190 pounds, he has the length that teams love to go along with topflight speed.”
Furthermore, One AFC scout reportedly said “McKinstry is the dude.”
Both Turner and McKinstry are expected to have strong seasons, which is not only necessary to help their expected draft profiles, but Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide will need their talents and leadership to win.
Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Alabama football as the 2023 offseason begins to wind down.
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We’re taking an early look at predicting the Philadelphia Eagles 16-man practice squad after OTAs and ahead of training camp
The Eagles have concluded OTAs, and they’ll break until late July and then report for training camp as they work to shred a 90-man roster down to 53.
Howie Roseman has been open about building the roster with undrafted free agents, and the 2023 class had several big-named stars holding second-day draft grades.
Philadelphia officially welcomed seven new members to their roster with their 2023 NFL draft class, and the wealth of young talent signed to the training camp roster won’t be reduced to just that group of players.
One week after the draft, the team announced the signings of 9 undrafted rookies ahead of the minicamp.
Recent undrafted free agents who’ve had game action with Philadelphia include Reed Blankenship, Britain Covey, Josh Jobe, Corey Clement, Sua Opeta, Nate Herbig, Kayode Awosika, Joe Ostman, Jack Stoll, Brett Toth, Greg Ward, Marvin Wilson, T.J. Edwards, and future Hall of Famer Jason Peters, who originally signed with the Bills.
We previously released our updated 53-man roster predictions, and with training camp fast approaching, we’re predicting Philadelphia’s 16-man practice.
We’re collegiate highlights of the Philadelphia Eagles’ nine undrafted free agents.
The 2023 NFL draft has concluded, and after some key signings and tryout invites, the Eagles roster sits at 89 players ahead of Day 2 of the team’s rookie minicamp.
Howie Roseman has been open about previous undrafted free agent classes, with several big-named stars holding second-day draft grades.
Recent undrafted free agents who’ve had game action with Philadelphia include Reed Blankenship, Britain Covey, Josh Jobe, Corey Clement, Sua Opeta, Nate Herbig, Kayode Awosika, Joe Ostman, Jack Stoll, Brett Toth, Greg Ward, Marvin Wilson, T.J. Edwards, and future Hall of Famer Jason Peters, who originally signed with the Bills.
Here are highlights of the nine undrafted free agents.
What’s next for the Philadelphia Eagles following the 2023 NFL Draft
The 2023 NFL draft is in the books, but plenty of offseason action is still on the way for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Outside of the on-field action with rookie minicamp and organized team activities (OTAs), the NFL is also gearing up for its 2023 schedule release.
The Eagles welcomed seven newly drafted rookies to the roster, including defensive tackle Jalen Carter, edge rusher Nolan Smith, offensive guard Tyler Steen, safety Sydney Brown, cornerback Kelee Ringo, quarterback Tanner McKee and defensive tackle Moro Ojomo.
Philadelphia also signed nine undrafted free agents.
Here’s a look at the Eagles’ upcoming 2023 off-season slate, including rookie minicamp, OTAs, and mandatory minicamp.
We’re looking at some of the highlights and key takeaways from the Philadelphia Eagles’ first day of rookie minicamp
With the NFL draft and undrafted free agent signings now complete, the Eagles held their first day of rookie minicamps on Friday.
Philadelphia had seven draft picks, nine undrafted free agents, 19 official tryout participants, and a handful of selected veterans or second-year players at the NovaCare Complex for two days of sessions and drills.
With Saturday’s session set to begin, here are highlights and takeaways from Philadelphia’s first rookie minicamp.
Philadelphia Eagles invited 19 players to tryout during the rookie minicamp
The Eagles started their rookie minicamp on Friday, as the seven-man draft class and nine undrafted free agent signees participated in their first NFL practice.
With Philadelphia wanting a full roster of attendees, GM Howie Roseman invited 19 players in for a tryout.
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— Jimmy Kempski (@JimmyKempski) May 5, 2023
Current Eagles’ players on the minicamp roster include Mario Goodrich, Kennedy Brooks, Tristin McCollum, Noah Elliss, and Tyrese Robinson.
