2014 NFL Draft: Who Are The Most Freakish Players?

By Ryan Ratty on Thursday, January 23rd 2014
2014 NFL Draft: Who Are The Most Freakish Players?

With Senior Bowl practices going on, scouts are starting to put players on their board. One of the best All-Star events is the Senior Bowl. Top talent from around the country are all here showcasing their ability against top-college competition for the next level. In this draft class, is there a guy who could turn out to be the next J.J. Watt? In this article, I will name a few players that have a great amount of athletic ability.

 

Ra'Shede Hageman, Defensive Tackle, Minnesota

Ra'Shede Hageman is one of the most intriguing players in the draft, as he can play either defensive tackle or defensive end. That's the kind of versatility this kid has. At 6'6", 315 pounds, Hageman is a physical specimen. Hageman is capable of taking on double teams and blowing up plays in the backfield. At his size, Hageman still is capable of running 4.82 40-yard dash. Unfortunately, there is more to Hageman than just his game. At a young age, Hageman bounced around foster care. His story is extremely similar to Michael Oher's. Hageman uses that as drive when he plays on the gridiron. Regardless of his weight, Hageman can still do a 360 dunk. The sky is Hageman's limit for the next level. Although he may come off a little raw, Hageman has the ability to become a complete force at the next level.

 

Jadeveon Clowney, Defensive End, South Carolina

After his ridiculous 2012 season, Clowney had crazy expectations going in the 2013 season. Clowney has tabbed as a once-in-a-decade type of player.

Clowney coasted through his junior season, as he knew he was going to be a top-five pick in May's draft. At 6'6" and 280 pounds, Clowney is the perfect build for either defensive scheme.

Clowney could put his hand in the ground in a 4-3, or he could even play the outside linebacker position in 3-4. In college, Clowney was able to get by with his gifted strength. But, Clowney may even have to bulk up some more to succeed against opposing offensive linemen.

 

Brent Urban, Defensive End, Virginia

Urban is a player that is really starting to garner some interest. In fact, Urban is the classic case of the guy who gets a ton of publicity at the Senior Bowl. At 6'6" and 300 pounds, Urban has been drawing comparisons to J.J. Watt. At first, that might sound absolutely blasphemous. But when you watch Urban on tape, it is clear why many can see him develop into an elite pass rusher. Urban has the skills and the makeup to become a force on the defensive side of the ball in the NFL.

 

Jordan Matthews, Wide Receiver, Vanderbilt

Jordan Matthews is not only the best route-runner in this class, but he may have the best hands as well. Although Sammy Watkins is in the spotlight, Matthews could very well out-perform him in the NFL.

Both receivers have the big play ability. But, there is no comparison when it comes to the redzone. At 6'3", there are not many cornerbacks that could out-jump Matthews.

Matthews has the tools to be an elite receiver in his first few years, similar to Alshon Jeffery.

 

Anthony Barr, Outside Linebacker, UCLA

Anthony Barr could have very well went in the first few rounds in the 2013 draft, but Barr elected to stay for another season at UCLA. Barr is a special player because he has the abilty to be all over the field. Barr can bat down passes, get to the quarterback, and chase down wide receivers in the open field. The 4-3 defense could make Barr an even better player, as he has the frame and length to succeed in it. At 6'4" and 250 pounds, Barr runs a 4.4 40-yard dash. Like Clowney, Barr will most likely go in the top 10. When the combine arrives, Barr could be this year's best-kept secret.

 

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