NFL Draft: Under The Radar Prospects
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NFL Draft: Under The Radar Prospects (Offense)
Get to know the NFL stars of tomorrow with the College 2 Pro Podcast hosted by Bo Marchionte. Below are three prospects flying under the radar who are projected to be selected late in the 2024 NFL Draft. Tune-in and hear their stories by clicking the links below. All Access Football and NFL Draft Bible, bringing you the names you need to know first, since 2002!
Dylan Laube, New Hampshire, 5-10, 206, 4.54, Rd7 | LISTEN HERE
One of the top multi-faceted running backs in the draft, Laube receives little publicity due to his small school status. He possesses the skill-set to be one of the more effective slot receivers in the draft, in addition to being a fabulous runner and tremendous return man. There seemed to be little evidence that Laube hailed from a lesser level of competition and was actually one of the fastest players timed (21 mph) during the week of practice in Mobile, an experience he revered.
(Photo: Senior Bowl - Dylan Laube, New Hampshire)
“I think the biggest takeaway from that, was seeing if I’m able to compete against the best of the best and just saying, ‘hey, like, am I ready for it?’” Laube said. “I think I kind of showed I’m able to play that kind of caliber and show everyone I truly belong.”
Tejhaun Palmer, UAB, 6-2, 210, 4.45, Rd7 | LISTEN HERE
A projected late round riser gaining steam, momentum has picked up for Palmer, who has had 30-visits with the Cleveland Browns, New England Patriots and New York Giants leading up to the draft. He timed in the mid 4.4-range, along with a 35” vertical jump and 10-2 broad at his pro day. This past year, Palmer set career-highs with 83 catches, 1,409 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. Palmer has been clocked at a max in-game speed of 23 mph and was named to the annual Bruce Feldman’s Freak List back in the preseason, an accolade he was proud to receive.
(Photo: UAB - Tejhaun Palmer)
“I’m honored to get that accomplishment,” Palmer said. “I’ve been putting in hard work and it really paid off. The harder you work every day, the better your results. Our coaches preach the same thing every day. The enemy of elite is good. We don’t want to be good, we want to be elite.”
Travis Glover, Georgia State, 6-6, 317, 5.31, Rd7 | LISTEN HERE
A combine snub, Glover is another player who has gained traction as we approach the NFL Draft in Detroit. With 57 career starts under his belt, he excelled in an offensive that was very inside-zone based. He also boasts vast experience on special teams with nearly 400 snaps on units and the flexibility to play tackle or guard.
(Photo: Georgia State - Travis Glover)
It's worth noting that Glover offensive line coaches from the Minnesota Vikings, Los Angeles Rams, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, Kansas City Chiefs and Las Vegas Raiders attended his pro day workout, as Glover has had about twenty 30-visits.