NFL Combine: O-Linemen and Tight Ends

I've been watching quite a bit of the NFL combine today and have been very impressed by several players. Today scouts and coaches worked out offensive linemen, tight ends and kickers. There have been some very big names putting up impressive numbers in the speed, power and agility drills but there have also been several big (notable) names missing today.

As expected, Idaho Offensive Guard Mike Iupati is causing a stir. Iowa's Tony Moeaki was also impressive despite battling through injuries throughout his college career. Also showing that he is worth a look from coaches and scouts is Arizona State's Shawn Lauvao. But it was Dennis Pitta, Tight End from BYU who has really solidified himself in the upcoming draft. Oklahoma State Offensive Tackle Russell Okung lived up to the hype until he went down with a groin injury.

Will there be more standouts tomorrow when the quarterbacks and running backs participate in drills tomorrow? As usual, there will be a few 'projects' that will emerge in tomorrow's workouts because several players are planning on skipping several of the drills at the combine all together. Tim Tebow, Sam Bradford and Colt McCoy decided not to participate in the bench press.

The NFL Combine continues tomorrow from Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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