The NFL Combine kicks off on Thursday, when the defensive linemen and linebackers take the field in Indianapolis to participate in on-field drills.
This represents the best chance for the top prospects in April’s draft to showcase their athleticism to NFL scouts. The Las Vegas Raiders, with plenty of needs on their roster, will be watching every drill and every practice to see who fits head coach Pete Carroll’s vision best. While interviews and medical evaluations will also come into play, how these prospects perform in the athletic testing and positional drills will stand out in the eyes of coaches, scouts and fans.