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Scouting Combine Primer: Road to NFL draft takes league to Indianapolis

The NFL world travels to Indianapolis on Tuesday for the annual Scouting Combine. The on-field player workouts run Friday through March 4. Here is a primer:

Statistical Stars

These players were among the top players in FBS in key statistical categories.

Hakeem Butler, WR, Iowa State: During a 1,318-yard receiving year, Butler averaged a whopping 21.97 yards per catch, third-best in FBS. He had 10 catches of at least 40 yards.

Ben Burr-Kirven, LB, Washington: Burr-Kirven led FBS with 176 tackles and was third nationally at 12.6 tackles per game.