NFL Combine: Top Performers
by Bruce Raffel on Feb 27, 2010 9:55 AM EST
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PrintJust three groups of players have completed the bench press so far, but we already have a tied record for the most repetitions of the 225 pound bar. Offensive lineman (guard) Mitch Petrus (Arkansas) put up a record-tying 45 reps to lead the linemen. The record was originally set in 2000 (Leif Larson, DT-UTEP) and tied in 2006 (Mike Kudla, DE-Ohio State). Maryland Terrapins' left tackle Bruce Campbell finished fifth in that group with a respectable 34 reps, while projected top offensive lineman Russell Okung (Oklahoma State) finished second with 38. Reportedly, the Baltimore Ravens undrafted defensive lineman, Will Johnson (Michigan) put up an astounding 47 repetitions at the school's Pro Day last spring, gaining a tryout from the team but he was waived prior to the regular season.
Click on the 'Jump' to see more top performers so far and the link to all the results.
In the tight ends group, little known Clay Harbor (Missouri State) threw up 30 repetitions while the guy on a lot of Baltimore Ravens fans' radar, Jermaine Gresham (Oklahoma) came up last in his group, only making it through 20 reps.
The Specialists (kick returners) group contains just three players in that category and the only notable name in that group is Trindon Holliday(LSU), who put up only 10 reps. At the same time, Holliday's draft stock is solely based on his speed, as he is expected to run one of, if not the fastest 40-yard dash at the Combine.
See all the current results on and updates on everything at the Combine on NFL.com, and the Top Performers by clicking here.
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Maryland’s left tackle, Bruce Campbell, led all offensive linemen in the 40 yard dash with a 4.85, pretty damn good for a 6’7" 300+ pounder!
As expected, LSU kick returner, Trindon Holliday, blazed what should be the fastest of the entire Combine with a 4.34.
aka 'Rexx'
Physical freak is all I gotta say.
We all think Oher was in great shape, Campbell makes him look obese. 300 pound guy with a 6 pack. His arms and shoulders are insane. He is built like a 5’10" CB, but just happens to be 6’7" 315 pounds. A freaking Rhino.
You have to hate losing more than you love winning.
The knock on him from NFL Network
is that as big as he is, and as long as his arms are, he doesn’t have the “push” with his arms that they would like to see. But his Combine stats should be great!
aka 'Rexx'
by Bruce Raffel on Feb 27, 2010 3:55 PM EST up reply actions
Jacoby Ford or Brandon Banks will probably beat Holliday’s time.
Scientific research has proven that you lose exactly 5.37 billion brain cells every time you listen to Todd McShay.
by TheRealSlimShady on Feb 27, 2010 5:21 PM EST up reply actions
Surprisingly
Oklahoma’s TE Jermaine Gresham ran a 4.73 40-yard dash both heats. This might scare some teams off but he caught great in drills and is the total package regardless of what the Combine says and will be a great TE in the league. Love to get him at 25th in the first round.
Prior to that, we get either a Marshall or Boldin and re-sign Mason. Todd Heap’s time fades out over the year and we wil be set to then shore up the defense with another pass rusher and a corner to hold down the fort until Webb proves he is healthy.
aka 'Rexx'
He's the red zone target the Ravens need
Just hoping he’s not a Rickey Dudley.
by Senses Working Overtime on Feb 27, 2010 11:01 PM EST up reply actions
Busy day around B-More today Bruce.
After the Terps game, I’ll get some coverage up.
You have to hate losing more than you love winning.
Al Davis will take another Maryland player in the first round.
Scientific research has proven that you lose exactly 5.37 billion brain cells every time you listen to Todd McShay.
by TheRealSlimShady on Feb 27, 2010 5:21 PM EST reply actions
Nah, he'll go right for the best 40 time guy
regardles of position or need. Then pay him a ton and watch him do a “epic fail” like someone we all know from last season (ouch, sorry DHB)!
aka 'Rexx'
by Bruce Raffel on Feb 28, 2010 10:32 AM EST up reply actions
All UMD players are "epic fails"
The night is darkest right before the dawn
by Zachary Beard on Feb 28, 2010 4:13 PM EST up reply actions
Agreed
Boomer Esiason, Frank Wychek, Jermaine Lewis, Vernon Davis, Shawn Merriman, Jared Gaither, EJ Henderson have all been epic fails. You know so much.
You have to hate losing more than you love winning.
Epic fail on that comment
BW – Sorry, but MaLoR’s love of the Terps is right on that one, plus the hoops team should be making believers out of everyone now, considering it could do so to me this season!
aka 'Rexx'
by Bruce Raffel on Feb 28, 2010 6:58 PM EST up reply actions
Floater.............
The night is darkest right before the dawn
by Zachary Beard on Mar 1, 2010 6:47 AM EST up reply actions
Jared Gaither isn't really that good.
Why do you think we all want to get rid of him?
The night is darkest right before the dawn
by Zachary Beard on Mar 1, 2010 6:47 AM EST up reply actions
Because we can get great value for him and we have a immediate replacement? Why do you think other teams like the Colts are willing to give up a 1st and 3rd for him? Because he is good.
You have to hate losing more than you love winning.
Oher is better.
The night is darkest right before the dawn
by Zachary Beard on Mar 1, 2010 5:46 PM EST up reply actions
Yeah, Really.
The night is darkest right before the dawn
by Zachary Beard on Mar 1, 2010 7:54 PM EST up reply actions
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