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Smith recalls ‘bizarre’ medical checks

While the on-field performance is shown, the medical checks behind the scenes are just as important (and sometimes invasive) at the NFL Scouting Combine.

A week from tomorrow, the top NFL draft prospects will start the process of trying to improve their stock at the annual NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

Four years ago, Harrison Smith was at the Combine looking to make an impression on general managers, coaches and scouts. He did just that, prompting the Minnesota Vikings to trade up to select him with the 29th pick of the draft.

For players like Smith, Combine week was a whirlwind of workouts and interviews.