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sports1 year ago

"UConn's Freshman Phenom Stephon Castle Declares for 2024 NBA Draft"

UConn freshman guard Stephon Castle, a key player in the team's national championship run, has declared for the 2024 NBA draft and is expected to be a top pick. With impressive stats and a strong defensive game, Castle has garnered attention from NBA executives and is represented by agents Joe Smith and Thad Foucher of Wasserman. His elite physical profile and versatile playing style make him a promising prospect for the upcoming draft.

via ESPN|
#college-basketball#nba-draft#player-representation
sports1 year ago

"NFL Combine Controversy: Caleb Williams Leads Opt-Out Generation"

Several elite college football players, including top quarterbacks and wide receivers, have opted out of participating in NFL combine drills, raising questions about the future of the event and the evolving attitudes of top prospects towards showcasing their skills. This trend, driven in part by player representation and a desire to avoid potential downsides, presents a challenge for the NFL in reimagining the combine and maintaining its appeal to television audiences.

via Yahoo Sports|
#elite-college-players#nfl#nfl-combine
sports1 year ago

"Sports Agency Advises NFL Draft Prospects to Skip Cognitive Testing"

Athletes First, a prominent sports agency, has directed its NFL Draft prospects to skip cognitive testing in the pre-draft evaluation process, citing concerns about confidentiality and public scrutiny of test results. This decision comes in response to a previous incident involving quarterback C.J. Stroud, who scored poorly on a cognitive test before being drafted and went on to have a successful rookie season. The agency represents 29 prospects in the 2024 class and has notified NFL teams of their directive, sparking discussion about the use of cognitive testing in evaluating draft prospects.

via The Athletic|
#athletes-first#cognitive-testing#nfl-draft