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NFL Combine schedule for Georgia football’s 10 invitees

Here’s the 2020 NFL Combine schedule for the Georgia football players invited.

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Georgia had 10 players invited to participate in the 2020 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The combine will take place from February 23rd to March 2nd, with on-field workouts beginning on the 27th.

The 10 Georgia players that received an invite are as follows:

• K Rodrigo Blankenship

• WR Lawrence Cager

• QB Jake Fromm

• RB Brian Herrien

•  OL Solomon Kindley

• S J.R. Reed

• RB D’Andre Swift

• OL Andrew Thomas

• OL Isaiah Wilson

• TE Charlie Woerner

For the players that did not receive an invite, and for those who did but want to better their scores, Georgia will host its annual pro-day, where coaches from all 32 NFL teams should be present.

As for the 10 players who will be in Indianapolis next week, they’ll be busy with everything from orientation, to interviews, medical exams, psychological testing, media sessions and an NFLPA meeting.

And then finally they’ll hit the field for their workouts.

They’ll be broken up into groups. Here’s a list of those groups and the Georgia players who will be in them.

Group 1: TE, QB, WR (Fromm, Cager, Woerner)

Group 2: PK, ST, OL, RB (Blankenship, Thomas, Kindley, Wilson, Swift, Herrien)

Group 3: DL, LB (No UGA players)

Group 4: DB (JR Reed)

Here’s the schedule for the 10 Dawgs who will be there, provided by NFLCombine.net.

Group 1: (Fromm, Cager, Woerner)

Sunday, Feb. 23: Arrive in Indy, Registration, Orientation, Interviews

Monday, Feb. 24: Measurements, Pre-exam at hospital, Interviews

Tuesday, Feb. 25: Media session, Medical exams, Position coach interviews, Psychological testing

Wednesday, Feb. 26: NFLPA Meeting, Interviews, Bench Press, Psychological Testing

Thursday, Feb. 27: Limited testing, On-field Workout

Friday, Feb. 28: Departure from Indianapolis

Group 2: (Blankenship, Thomas, Kindley, Wilson, Swift, Herrien)

Monday, Feb. 24: Arrive in Indy, Registration, Orientation, Interviews

Tuesday, Feb. 25: Measurements, Pre-exam at hospital, Interviews

Wednesday, Feb. 26: Media session, Medical exams, Position coach interviews, Psychological testing

Thursday, Feb. 27: NFLPA Meeting, Interviews, Bench Press, Psychological Testing

Friday, Feb. 28: Limited testing, On-field Workout

Saturday, Feb. 29: Departure from Indianapolis

Group 4: DB (JR Reed)

Wednesday, Feb. 26: Arrive, Registration, Orientation, Interviews

Thursday, Feb. 27: Measurements, Pre-exam at hospital, Interviews

Friday, Feb. 28: Media session, Medical exams, Position coach interviews, Psychological testing

Saturday, Feb. 29: NFLPA Meeting, Interviews, Bench Press, Psychological Testing

Sunday, March 1: Limited testing, On-field Workout

Monday, March 2: Departure from Indianapolis

Multiple former Georgia players go to Falcons rivals in latest NFL mock draft

Three former Georgia football players, including Jake Fromm and Jacob Eason, go to Atlanta Falcons’ rivals.

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The NFL Draft is coming up in just a few months and multiple former Bulldogs are expecting to hear their names called in Las Vegas.

In the latest four-round 2020 NFL mock draft done by USA TODAY’s DraftWire, multiple former Georgia players go in round one and three guys head to the NFC South.

However, none are projected to go the Falcons, a franchise that has routinely passed up on drafting players from the in-state university over the years.

Round 1:

Nov 30, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Solomon Kindley (66) and offensive lineman Andrew Thomas (71) celebrate with fans after a victory against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Bobby Dodd Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

The first two picks of the draft see Joe Burrow headed to Cincinnati and Chase Young to Washington.

Andrew Thomas goes early…

Pick No. 4: Andrew Thomas to the Giants

At No. 4 the first Dawg, offensive tackle Andrew Thomas, gets taken by the New York Giants.

On Thomas, DraftWire wrote:

If the Giants want Daniel Jones to become a true franchise quarterback, they’re going to have to protect him. General manager Dave Gettleman is as old-school as they come, so don’t be surprised when he spends this pick in the trenches. Moving back would be ideal given this year’s depth at both tackle and along the interior, but if they’re stuck here, Thomas is a strong pick.

At No. 5, the Miami Dolphins take Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

Kindley to Tennessee…

Pick No. 29: Solomon Kindley to the Titans

In the first round, at pick No. 29, Georgia has its second player selected in the draft. Offensive guard Solomon Kindley, one of the most consistent blockers at Georgia over the past couple of seasons, is projected to the Tennessee Titans, where he would team up with former UGA center Ben Jones.

On Kindley, Draft Wire wrote:

If Derrick Henry leaves in free agency, running back obviously becomes a strong possibility here. But if he returns, the Titans should focus on fortifying an already strong offensive line with young reinforcements. Kindley is the best of a deep class of interior blockers, and his experience against top competition in the SEC have him ready to make an impact from Day 1.

Former Bulldog goes to the NFC South in the second round…

Related — JR Reed ranks low in USA TODAY NFL Draft position rankings

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Which Georgia Bulldogs have the most to gain at the NFL Combine?

Ten Georgia Bulldogs were invited to the 2020 NFL Combine. What UGA product has the most to gain?

Ten Georgia Bulldogs were invited to the 2020 NFL Combine, with the notable snub of defensive lineman Tyler Clark. Clark was a key part of a defensive front that didn’t give up a touchdown to a running back in the entirety of the 2019 season. Clark additionally helped UGA have the top rated scoring defense in the country.

The NFL Combine will go on without Clark. Overall, 337 players were invited. Here’s the ten UGA players who got the invite:

  • Kicker Rodrigo Blankenship
  • Wide receiver Lawrence Cager
  • Quarterback Jake Fromm
  • Running back Brian Herrien
  • Offensive lineman Solomon Kindley
  • Safety JR Reed
  • Running back D’Andre Swift
  • Offensive lineman Andrew Thomas
  • Tight end Charlie Woerner
  • Offensive lineman Isaiah Wilson

Georgia has five players who are projected to go in the first fifty picks on the draft. Some teams (Broncos, Rams) aren’t putting as much on the NFL Combine as they used to. Still, it is an event where players are comparable with each other and will inevitably have some standouts.

NFL coaches have specific measurements and times they look for at each position and if a player doesn’t meet these, then they may take them off their draft board. So which Georgia Bulldogs have the most to gain at the 2020 NFL Combine?

Charlie Woerner, Jake Fromm, Lawrence Cager, and D’Andre Swift are my candidates to boost their stocks the most.

Woerner was an excellent blocking tight end at UGA and may be able to carve out that role in the NFL. Woerner can separate himself as the best blocking tight end if he can score well on bench press and put together a good ten yard split in his forty yard dash.

Swift should put together an excellent forty time, which should be better than the other elite running backs. He can make a case as a first round pick with a sub 4.4 forty.

For Cager it is simple: run a decent forty yard dash to show he has some higher-end speed to get separation in the NFL and come back with a clean medical report on his shoulder.

Jake Fromm will get a chance to show off his underrated athleticism at the combine. If he can show teams that he has the physical traits to succeed, then they should already admire his intangibles and football IQ.

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Where does UGA’s top NFL Draft rank on the ‘Big Board’?

The Georgia Bulldogs had ten NFL Combine invites this year. Where do Jake Fromm and D’Andre Swift check in on the NFL Draft’s big board?

The Georgia Bulldogs had ten NFL Combine invites this year. Expect a similar number of Dawgs to be drafted this season.

But where will Georgia’s best talent be selected? An NFL Draft ‘Big Board’ can help Bulldog fans get a better idea of when their favorite players will be picked. Our current big board rankings are according to Tankathon.

9th (overall): Offensive Tackle Andrew Thomas

28th: Running back D’Andre Swift

55th: Quarterback Jake Fromm

Oct 5, 2019; Knoxville, TN, USA; Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) during the second quarter against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium. Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

62nd: Offensive Tackle Isaiah Wilson

63rd: Offensive Guard Solomon Kindley

If the 2020 NFL Draft in Las Vegas goes according to this big board, then five Georgia Bulldogs will be selected within the first two rounds.This big board only includes the top 99.

Jake Fromm checks in as the sixth rated quarterback. D’Andre Swift is the number one ranked running back. Only one offensive tackle is rated above UGA’s Andrew Thomas (Alabama Crimson Tide lineman Jedrick Willis). Right tackle Isaiah Wilson is the seventh rated offensive tackle behind his former teammate. Lastly, Solomon Kindley is the best-rated offensive guard.

It’d be interesting if five UGA offensive players go before a single Georgia defender, especially considering the defense’s dominance in 2019. Do you think this big board gets it right?

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Ten Georgia football alumni invited to NFL Combine

The Georgia Bulldogs will be well represented at the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine.

The Georgia Bulldogs will be well represented at the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine.

Ten Dawg lettermen will attempt to turn the heads of NFL scouts and coaches across a series of drills and exercises, all conducted between February 27 and March 2 in Indianapolis.

Today, the NFL released a list of all 337 players invited. Representing the Silver Britches will be (in alphabetical order):

  • Kicker Rodrigo Blankenship
  • Wide receiver Lawrence Cager
  • Quarterback Jake Fromm
  • Running back Brian Herrien
  • Offensive lineman Solomon Kindley
  • Safety JR Reed
  • Running back D’Andre Swift
  • Offensive lineman Andrew Thomas
  • Tight end Charlie Woerner
  • Offensive lineman Isaiah Wilson

With several surprising early draft declarations, Georgia is ranked among the top three in number of prospects invited per school.

The only school that matches Georgia’s number of participants is Alabama  and the only school with more participants than both is LSU.

Good luck to every Dawg at the Combine. The Bulldog Nation is rooting for you.

Bears target offense, secondary in Matt Miller’s 7-round mock draft

The Bears have plenty of needs to address this offseason, and they could certainly find some answers in the 2020 NFL Draft.

The Bears have plenty of needs to address this offseason, and they could certainly find some answers in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Matt Miller released his first seven-round mock draft, which featured some intriguing prospects for the Bears’ 2020 draft class.

Everything from quarterback to tight end to defensive back to offensive line was addressed, as the Bears need some fixes if they’re to have any hope at playoff contention in 2020.

Let’s break down Miller’s first seven-round mock draft featuring eight Bears selections:

2nd Round, No. 43: TE Brycen Hopkins, Purdue

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The Bears are certainly in need of a tight end that can bring production to the passing game. There are no shortage of tight end prospects that have been linked to the Bears, including Vandy’s Jared Pinkney and Dayton’s Adam Trautman. But another top tight end prospect that the Bears have already met with is Purdue’s Brycen Hopkins, who some argue is the best tight end in the NFL Draft.

Hopkins had 830 yards and six touchdowns with Purdue this season, which is the kind of production the Bears are seeking from the position. He would be the perfect fit for Matt Nagy’s “U” tight end. He’s a strong route runner and also brings explosiveness to the position.

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Key Georgia Bulldog lineman cleared following scary injury

Georgia has lost four of their five starting offensive lineman from 2019: Andrew Thomas, Solomon Kindley, Cade Mays, and Isaiah Wilson.

The Georgia Bulldogs have lost four of their previous five starting offensive lineman from the 2019 season: LT Andrew Thomas (NFL), LG Solomon Kindley, RG Cade Mays (transfer to Tennessee), and RT Isaiah Wilson (NFL). The Dawgs need all the help they can get at offensive line with the line only returning starting center Trey Hill.

Fortunately, Georgia just got some good news.  Offensive lineman Justin Shaffer has been cleared to return following a scary neck injury. Shaffer sprained his neck against South Carolina and missed UGA’s final eight games of the season. Now, he’s been cleared to return:

Shaffer started last season against South Carolina and at Tennessee. His experience will be valuable for the offensive line as he appeared in each of Georgia’s first six games before suffering his injury.

Georgia’s 2020 offensive line is still a work in progress. The Dawgs have some talented recruits waiting in the wings and some elite recruits committed to Georgia, but waiting until signing day to make their decision official. Georgia’s biggest task will be replacing LT Andrew Thomas, who was the rock of UGA’s offensive line. Thomas projects to be a top ten pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Shaffer played primarily left guard when he saw action last season. His return also helps boost UGA’s depth along the offensive front. His experience will be especially important when Georgia plays at Alabama in September.

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Georgia football offensive lineman declares for 2020 NFL draft

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Solomon Kindley will be entering into the 2020 NFL Draft.

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Solomon Kindley will be entering into the 2020 NFL Draft. Kindley played in 13 games this past season and started 11, primarily at the left guard position. He exited the win over Notre Dame with an injury.

Kindley is another loss for UGA’s offensive line, which is already losing Andrew Thomas and Isaiah Wilson to the 2020 NFL Draft. Kindley has started for part of the season for the past three seasons. His best season came in 2018, when he started all 14 games at left guard.

Justin Shaffer, Trey Hill, Cade Mays, Warren Ericson, Clay Webb, Jamaree Salyer, and Ben Cleveland are among UGA’s key offensive lineman returning for 2020. Fortunately, Georgia has lots of depth along their offensive front to replace the three starters who are entering the NFL Draft.

Kirby Smart and UGA have also signed Tate Ratledge, Chad Lindberg, Austin Blaske, and Devin Willock along the offensive front in the class of 2020. Ratledge and Lindberg figure to be important depth at the very least for Georgia. Additionally, UGA has a commitment from five-star tackle Broderick Jones.

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Key Georgia football offensive lineman reaches NFL draft decision

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Justin Shaffer will be returning to Athens for his senior season.

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Justin Shaffer will be returning to Athens for his senior season. Shaffer was considering entering into the 2020 NFL Draft.

Shaffer played in six of fourteen games last season. He suffered a neck injury and was out for the Sugar Bowl. He announced his decision to return via Twitter:

Shaffer’s return is big for UGA’s offensive line, which is already losing Andrew Thomas and Isaiah Wilson to the 2020 NFL Draft. Shaffer started the Notre Dame game last season after a few UGA linemen went down.

Shaffer is 6-4, 330 lbs, so he has the size they covet at the NFL level, especially for an interior lineman. Shaffer, Trey Hill, Cade Mays, Warren Ericson, Clay Webb, Jamaree Salyer, and Ben Cleveland are among UGA’s key offensive lineman returning for 2020. Solomon Kindley still has to make his NFL Draft decision.

Kirby Smart and UGA have also signed Tate Ratledge, Chad Lindberg, Austin Blaske, and Devin Willock along the offensive front in the class of 2020. Ratledge and Lindberg figure to be important depth at the very least for Georgia. Additionally, UGA has a commitment from five-star tackle Broderick Jones.

 

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Georgia football’s Swift likely out versus Baylor in Sugar Bowl

Georgia Bulldogs starting running back D’Andre Swift is expected to miss the Sugar Bowl against the Baylor Bears with a shoulder injury

The Georgia Bulldogs will be likely without star running back D’Andre Swift against the Baylor Bears. Heading into today, Swift’s status was uncertain and in doubt. Swift suffered a shoulder injury against Georgia Tech and then went on to play in a decreased role in the 2019 SEC Championship against the LSU Tigers.

Now, according to ESPN’s David Pollack, Swift is out for the Sugar Bowl:

While this isn’t official, it is an indication of what many are expecting. Georgia will miss Swift, who is their leading rusher on the season with 1,216 yards and eight total touchdowns. Swift is projected to be a high NFL Draft pick.

With Swift out, UGA will get a look at the future of the backfield: Zamir White, James Cook, and Kenny McIntosh. Look for one of them to have a breakout game with Brian Herrien also ruled out.

Georgia is additionally without three offensive line starters in Andrew Thomas, Ben Cleveland, and Isaiah Wilson. This will be a great test for the depth in UGA’s running game and new offensive line coach Matt Luke against the best defense in the Big 12 (if that means anything): Baylor.

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