Offensive prospects who stood out at the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine - Mile High Report

The top offensive prospects headed to Indianapolis this week to take part in the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine. These prospects went through physicals, meetings with General Managers and Coaches, met with the media, and took part in the on-the-field drills. Some prospects stood out amongst the rest, some did exactly what they were expected, some disappointed while others didn’t do much at all.

With the Broncos likely selecting multiple offensive prospects and playmakers during the draft, it is a good time to take a look at which ones stood out during the Combine who may interest them during the 2020 NFL Draft.

Alabama Wide Receiver, Henry Ruggs III

He didn’t break John Ross’s 40-time record, but he still did run a very fast time. Ruggs ran a blistering 4.27 40-time during Thursday night’s on the field workouts.

Ruggs didn’t only run fast, he also jumped out of the building. He had an impressive 42 inch vertical as well as a 131 inch broad jump.

He was billed as an explosive athlete and he proved just that during his workouts.

The Broncos have the 15th overall selection and currently Ruggs is widely projected as the favorite for him. However, this showing at the Combine could boost his stock enough where he may not be available for them at 15th overall.

Ceedee Lamb didn’t run the fastest and while Jerry Jeudy had a solid Combine showing, neither looked good as Ruggs who could be leaving Indy as WR1 as we head towards April’s 2020 NFL Draft.

Iowa Offensive Lineman, Tristan Wirfs

I fully expected the Iowa offensive lineman to have himself a solid showing during the workout portion of the Combine but man, I did not expect this.

We knew Tristan Wirfs was going to test well, but mother of god

At 6’4/320:
4.86 40
36.5 vert (combine record)
10’1 broad (record)
1.69 10-yard split

Feldman freak-lister who was a historic boogeyman among boogeymen in Iowa’s weight room. Just punched top-10 ticket. pic.twitter.com/YmoSeqWmzN

— Thor Nystrom (@thorku) February 28, 2020

He ran a 4.85 40-time officially while weighing at 320lbs. What might be even more impressive was his vertical jump of 36.5 inches (higher than some wide receivers) and his record-setting broad jump.

Wirfs is an impressive athlete and he put it on full display for all to see at the Combine.

Unfortunately, this means Wirfs who is projected as a tackle or guard depending who you talk too is likely a top 10 pick during April’s NFL Draft. I had a hard time seeing him fall to 15 to begin with, but a showing like this pretty much elimated any chance of that happening.

He would have fit in nicely at left tackle or guard for the Broncos. However, it looks like this will just be pipedream for the “OT OR BUST” crowd in Broncos Country.

Louisville Offensive Tackle, Mekhi Becton

Becton’s night was shortened after he suffered some tightness after his 40-yard dash. However, he made the most of his night during the one drill he partaked in.

Becton is a whole lot of man coming in at 6’7” and 364 pounds. He is a mammoth of a man and this mammoth of a man was moving on Friday night. He is known for being agile for his size and he showed everyone in attendance and watching that he is just that. This 6’7”, 364 pound man ran a 5.1 40-time on Friday night.

Again, this is all he did during the on the field portion of the session, but he made the most of his limited workout.

Becton always seemed like a longshot to make it to 15, but him showing this athleticism at his size and ability likely has him off the board before the Broncos select in the first-round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Baylor Wide Receiver, Denzel Mims

The 2020 NFL Draft is full of very talented wide receiving prospects. While the big three have cemented themselves as the top tier guys, one guy cemented himself as potentially the next best receiver of the group. That receiver being Baylor wide receiver Denzel Mims.

Baylor WR Denzel Mims

6’3, 207 pounds

• 4.38s 40-yard dash (90th percentile)
• 38.5” vertical jump (84th percentile)
• 10’11 broad jump (94th percentile)

Texas State Champ in 200 meter dash

Last 3 years:
182 receptions
2,901 yards
28 touchdowns

Dominant Senior Bowl week

— Brad Kelly (@BradKelly17) February 28, 2020

At 6’3” and 207 pounds, Mims ran a very impressive official 40-time of 4.38 seconds. He jumped a solid 38.5 inches and continued the momentum he gained at the Senior Bowl to the Combine.

With the Broncos potentially not getting one of the big three wide receivers at 15, they could be targeting one on day two of the 2020 NFL Draft. Mims would be an excellent addition to the teams wide receiving group while giving them some more size and some much needed speed to the position.

He met with the Broncos at the Combine so there may be some interest there so he is someone to keep an eye on moving forward.

Wisconsin Running Back, Jonathan Taylor

Those of you who hate the idea of a running back in the early portion of the draft can continue scrolling now because you will not like what I am about to say.

The top running back in this years draft is an open competition among multiple backs. We may have had some separation. Wisconsin’s Jonathan Taylor is coming off a very impressive college career and showed he can be that sort of back in the NFL.

The 226 pound running back ran an impressive official 40-time of 4.39 during Friday nights on the field drills.

Only two backs weighing over 225 pounds to run 4.45 since 2014 is New York Giants star running back Saquon Barkley and now Jonathan Taylor. Keep in mind, a Pat Shurmur led team selected Barkley with their second-overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft so could he have a similar level of interest in Taylor?

The Broncos had private meetings with multiple backs during the Combine so it is safe to assume they will select one at somepoint during the draft. All the backs they met with were bigger backs as well and while Taylor was not among the group, he fits the mold they appear to be looking at.

I think we’ll see a back drafted by the Broncos by the end of the third round during the 2020 NFL Draft.

News and Notes

Tight end Mitch Wilcox suffers eye injury during Scouting Combine workout - ProFootballTalk

Randy Gregory hopes to play in 2020 - ProFootballTalk

Lloyd Cushenberry injures hamstring during 40-yard dash - ProFootballTalk

Cowboys will let Byron Jones hit free agency - ProFootballTalk

Report: Colts haven't talked to Tom Brady's camp, have vetted Philip Rivers - ProFootballTalk

New CBA could push cap as high as $205 million for 2020 - ProFootballTalk

Jameis Winston had meniscus trimmed this offseason - ProFootballTalk

Report: Some General Managers, coaches believe Matthew Stafford wants to be traded - ProFootballTalk

Jeff Okudah says Jon Gruden asked him if he's from planet Earth - NFL.com
The 2020 NFL Draft's top cornerback, Ohio State's Jeff Okudah, says Raiders coach Jon Gruden had high praise for him when they met this week at the NFL Scouting Combine.

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2020 salary cap projected at roughly $200 million - NFL.com
The NFL and NFLPA are projecting a salary cap of roughly $200 million per team in 2020, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported, adding that negotiations are ongoing.

Mekhi Becton sparks NFL Combine buzz with 5.10 40-yard dash - NFL.com
Mekhi Becton is officially one of the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine's biggest sensations after posting a 5.10-second 40-yard dash at 357 pounds.

Cowboys would put exclusive franchise tag on Prescott - NFL.com
The Cowboys intend to place the exclusive franchise tag on Dak Prescott if the sides cannot reach a long-term deal by March 12, the end of the tag window.

Jonathan Taylor leads all 2020 NFL Combine RBs with 4.39 40 - NFL.com
The 2020 NFL Scouting Combine's fastest running back also happens to be the third-heaviest player at the position. Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor set the pace with a 4.39 run on Friday.

2020 NFL Scouting Combine winners/losers: Tristan Wirfs shines - NFL.com
On Friday, offensive linemen and running backs took center stage at the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine. Who turned heads? Who disappointed? Chad Reuter breaks down his winners and losers from Day 2.

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