On Location: Boston College Pro Day

Several mid-round prospects impress at Eagles pro day in front of 24 NFL teams in attendance. Bill O'Brien places big emphasis on BC alumni being involved with new direction of program.

Field Conditions/Notes: Pro Day was held at the indoor Fish Fieldhouse on Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts with 24 NFL teams and two CFL teams in attendance; short turf, outside temperature 39-degrees. Expect to see the BC alumni be a big part of the culture that head coach Bill O’Brien intends to establish. Here is what we saw and heard …

JONES, ELIJAH | Boston College | DC | #1 | rSr | 6014 | 188 | 0928 | 3148 | 7600 | 4.44 (1.54) | 10-11 | 4.35 |  7.07 | Harlem, NY

“A silky smooth athlete with fluid hips, top-notch change of direction and reaction skills.”

Stood on combine times; ran short shuttle and three-cone drills; weighed in at 188 (+3 lbs from combine). Owns frame to add another five-to-seven pounds comfortably and maintain quickness. Makes transitions effortlessly; demonstrates ability to high-point the ball. Brings the swagger; was the lone player to make sure he introduced himself to every scout in attendance. Had a career-best five interceptions in 2023 in nine games (personal issue); finished career with 60 games played, 156 tackles, 43 passes defended, seven interceptions, two forced fumbles. Attended Cardinal-Hayes HS (HC CJ O’Neil); captain for football and track teams. Son of Keith Jones and Janine Green; pursuing master’s degree in advancing studies. Could crack the top-50 overall; best football is ahead of him.