The Michigan product has drawn comparisons to Aaron Donald in the early draft process, making a name for himself as an undersized, yet explosive player on the defensive line. In four years with the Wolverines, Hurst produced at a high level, racking up 13.5 sacks and 32.0 tackles for loss in that time span. He’s commonly been recognized as a NFL Draft prospect for the Washington Redskins to keep an eye on.
Hurst was expected to wow scouts at the NFL Combine this week, headlining a deep draft class on the defensive line. But after undergoing a physical, it was discovered that Hurst has a heart condition.