There were many risers from the 99th annual East-West Shrine Bowl, but perhaps the biggest riser among them was Tulane DB Jarius Monroe.
Monroe helped lead the West team to a 26-11 victory over the East, picking off Western Kentucky quarterback Austin Reed in the fourth quarter to all but seal the victory. Monroe was awarded the Defensive MVP award for his efforts in the game.
But to understand just how good of a week Jarius Monroe had, we need to start before the game. Monroe, who played cornerback throughout college, got some interesting news upon arriving in Frisco.