The 2021 Senior Bowl takes place this week in Mobile, Alabama. Practice for the annual game of the stars and the unofficial kickoff of the NFL recruiting season begins on Tuesday, with more than 100 potential players between the two teams. The Senior Bowl typically sees dozens of players chosen from rounds 2-5, with some players from the first round (mostly Baker Mayfield) each year as well.
I’m usually there on Mobile for the duration of the action, but the pandemic has also changed the way the Senior Bowl works. There will still be a practical film for review and some interviews conducted by remote conference call.
Here are 12 Senior Bowl players I’m looking forward to watching Cleveland Browns in the 2021 NFL draft.
Shi Smith, WR, South Carolina, November 21, 2020; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Missouri Tigers security guard Joshuah Bledsoe (1) dismantles a… November 21, 2020; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Missouri Tigers security guard Joshuah Bledsoe (1) breaks a pass to wide receiver Shi Smith (13) of South Carolina Gamecocks (13) in the first quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Bledsoe was called in for pass interference in the play. Mandatory credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports more
Alaric Jackson, OT, Iowa Iowa junior striker Alaric Jackson expects first quarter snap against Purdue … Iowa junior striker Alaric Jackson expects first quarter snap against Purdue on Saturday, October 19, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. 20191019 Iowavspurdue more
Ambry Thomas, CB, Michigan Michigan defensive defense Ambry Thomas (1) celebrates her interception against Michigan State during the second half … Michigan defensive defense Ambry Thomas (1) celebrates her interception against Michigan State during the second half in Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Saturday, November 16, 2019. 11162019 Ummsu 2nd half, plus 20
Charles Snowden, LB, Virginia, October 19, 2019; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers linebacker Charles Snowden (11) deflects a pass through … October 19, 2019; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers linebacker Charles Snowden (11) deflects a pass from Duke Blue Devils quarterback Quentin Harris (18) in the third quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports more
Carlos Basham, EDGE, Wake Forest, December 22, 2018; Birmingham, AL, United States; Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive lineman Carlos Basham Jr.… December 22, 2018; Birmingham, AL, United States; Wake Forest defensive striker Demon Deacons Carlos Basham Jr. (18) celebrates after a sack over Memphis Tigers quarterback Brady White (3) during the first half of the Birmingham Bowl at Legion Field. Mandatory credit: Butch Dill-USA TODAY Sports more
Payton Turner, DT, Houston, September 8, 2018; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars defensive striker Payton Turner (98) in action during … September 8, 2018; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars striker Payton Turner (98) in action during the game against the Arizona Wildcats at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports more
DJ Daniel, CB, Georgia, December 7, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive defense DJ Daniel (14) reacts after a… December 7, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive defender DJ Daniel (14) reacts after a break in the pass against the LSU Tigers in the second quarter in the SEC Championship 2019 game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports more
D’Wayne Eskridge, WR, Western Michigan, August 31, 2018; Kalamazoo, MI, USA; The Western Michigan Broncos D’Wayne Eskridge (7) wide receiver waits … August 31, 2018; Kalamazoo, MI, USA; Western Michigan Broncos D’Wayne Eskridge (7) wide receiver looks at the sideline during the fourth period against Syracuse Orange at Waldo Stadium. Mandatory credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports more
Derrick Barnes, LB, Purdue Purdue linebacker Derrick Barnes (55) faces Nebraska running back Dedrick Mills (26) during fourth quarter … Purdue linebacker Derrick Barnes (55) faces Nebraska running back Dedrick Mills (26) during fourth quarter an NCAA college football game, Saturday, December 5, 2020, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette. Cfb Purdue Vs Nebraska more
Tarron Jackson, DT, Jabir Daughtry-Frye of Coastal Carolina Troy is brought down by Tarron Jackson of Coastal Carolina. Troy Vs Coastal Carolina
Hamlicar Rashed Jr., LB, Oregon State November 21, 2020; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; California Golden Bears wide receiver Monroe Young (14) is approached … November 21, 2020; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; California Golden Bears wide receiver Monroe Young (14) is approached by Oregon State Beavers linebacker Hamilcar Rashed Jr. (9) during the second half at Reser Stadium. Mandatory credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports more
Tyree Gillespie, S, Missouri Missouri Security Tyree Gillespie covers a play against Florida during the first half of an NCAA … Missouri Security Tyree Gillespie covers a play against Florida during the first half of a college football game NCAA, Saturday, October 31, 2020, in Gainesville, Florida. (AP Photo / John Raoux) more