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Two great prospects to watch in today's Hawaii Bowl


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I'm really excited for this game because two of my favorite defensive players will be playing, both on different teams.

Phillip Thomas, FS - Fresno state

I posted a thread for Thomas a couple days ago. He's my favorite safety prospect right now, and though he's graded as a 3rd-4th rounder, I could see him making a serious push for the 2nd round. He just had everything you want out of your free safety, definitely worth the watch to see this kid play live.

Margus Hunt, DE - SMU

CBSsports deemed Hunt "the #1 freak athlete in college football". He is 6 foot 8, 280 pounds. Just a complete force on the D-line. Multi-sport athlete from Estonia. Holds the record for most blocked kicks with 17 all time. Also has 15 sacks and 25 TFL in his career. 4.7 forty yard dash speed.

Anyone else gonna be watching?

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6-8, 280 and no fat

35 reps of 225

82 inch wingspan

36" vertical

4.7 40 yard dash

Just learning the game

After the combine, he will be a first rounder.

His speed really doesn't show on the field, almost looks kinda sluggish. Still could shoot up boards though like Poe.

Keep in mind he's from southern Methodist too..

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His speed really doesn't show on the field, almost looks kinda sluggish. Still could shoot up boards though like Poe.

Keep in mind he's from southern Methodist too..

I did not see the game, nor have I seen him play 1 down. However, he is raw and is new to football, according to what i have read. Right now, JJ Watts has the NFL looking for the next one. I would not be surprised to see him rocket up boards.

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