A few Alabama players took part in two college all-star games this week – Jaylen Key and Trezmen Marshall at the East-West Shrine Bowl in Texas, and Chris Braswell, Justin Eboigbe, and Will Reichard at the Senior Bowl in Mobile.
These events included practices throughout the week before the actual games, providing an opportunity for NFL scouts and evaluators to observe and assess their performances, along with conducting interviews off the field.
Here’s a breakdown of each player’s performance this week:
– Braswell stood out during Senior Bowl practices, particularly due to his physicality. Analysts from NFL.com highlighted his aggressive play, emphasizing his effectiveness in run drills and a notable bull rush against an offensive lineman. After an impressive 2023 season with the Crimson Tide, Braswell is considered a potential second-round pick, with some scouts even suggesting a first-round possibility. In the Senior Bowl game, he contributed with one tackle as the National team emerged victorious, 16-7.
– Reichard, showcasing his skills at the Shrine Bowl, received recognition as the top specialist on the American team. He had a strong week, displaying his kicking abilities with successful attempts, including a 60-yard field goal on Tuesday. During the Senior Bowl, Reichard made a long extra-point attempt after the American team scored a first-quarter touchdown. His 57-yard field goal attempt in the second quarter had enough distance but hit the upright.
– Eboigbe, with a notable performance during the 2023 season, showcased his skills during the Senior Bowl, impacting the pocket and applying pressure despite not recording any stats in the game. His strong season included 64 total tackles, 11.5 tackles for loss, 7 sacks, and 30 pressures.
Will Reichard 60 yarder
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– At the East-West Shrine Bowl, the West team emerged victorious, with Marshall leading the East team in tackles with six, and Key contributing three tackles for the West side. Marshall, who transferred from Georgia, ended the season with significant contributions, while Key, a transfer from UAB, finished with 60 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and an interception. Both players are projected as Day Three picks in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Overall, these performances in the all-star games have provided valuable insights for NFL scouts as they assess the talents of these Alabama players ahead of the upcoming draft.
