BYU freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier has impressed NFL scouts with his poise, mechanics, and ability to quickly learn the playbook, catching attention despite limited game time in his early college career.
Arch Manning's debut as Texas quarterback against Ohio State received mixed reviews, with some scouts criticizing his performance while others emphasized the need for patience and highlighted his potential for growth. Despite a challenging start, experts believe he will improve with coaching and experience.
Michael Penix Jr.'s NFL draft stock soared after an impressive performance at Washington's pro day, showcasing his speed and athleticism with a 4.53-second 40-yard dash and a 36.5-inch vertical jump. Despite concerns about his age and previous injuries, Penix's display drew praise from fans and NFL scouts, potentially boosting his draft position as he aims to join the ranks of top quarterback prospects for the 2024 NFL draft.
The 2024 East-West Shrine Bowl showcased several intriguing NFL Draft prospects, including standout players like Malik Washington, Fabien Lovett, Tahj Washington, Darius Muasau, and Dylan McMahon. These players demonstrated impressive skills and potential for the upcoming draft, drawing attention from NFL scouts during the practices and game.
NFL scouts will continue to monitor the development of Pitt players as they aim to break the record of 11 players chosen within the first seven rounds of the NFL Draft. Six Pitt players were selected in the 2021 draft, tying for the most in the past 32 drafts. Six players from the 2023 Pitt roster have a good shot at being drafted, including M.J. Devonshire, Bangally Kamara, Jake Kradel, Matt Goncalves, Phil Jurkovec, and Marquis Williams. If Devonshire and Williams are drafted, that will be 10 defensive backs in seven drafts under Narduzzi.