DEKALB — NIU football prospects looking to go pro gathered at the Chessick Practice Center Wednesday in hopes of impressing NFL scouts.
In total, 18 former NIU football players performed a variety of drills for scouts from 20 different NFL squads.
Defensive end Sutton Smith and offensive lineman Max Scharping both participated in the NFL Draft Combine this past weekend in Indianapolis and attended the Wednesday event.
Smith did not take part in drills at Pro Day, citing a minor ankle injury, advice from his agent and the lack of a position coach. Scharping declined to test his measurables, only participating in position drills.