The NFL revealed a list of 321 NFL Draft prospects who have been invited to the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, and several college football players from the state of Texas are on the list.
Here are the in-state prospects who made the cut:
Emani Bailey, Running Back, TCU
Jonathon Brooks, Running Back, Texas
Brooks leaves Austin as one of the best running backs to wear a Texas uniform and could be the first running back drafted come April despite a late-season ACL tear.
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Keilan Robinson, Running Back, Texas
Luke McCaffrey, Wide Receiver, Rice
Adonai Mitchell, Wide Reciever, Texas
Micthell transferred from Georgia and earned the Big 12’s Newcomer of the Year after putting up 845 yards and 11 touchdowns. He projects as a mid-round pick and could flourish in the right situation.
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Ainias Smith, Wide Receiver, Texas A&M
The speedster from Texas A&M has been an electric player in the mold of a Percy Harvin-type for the Aggies for the last five seasons, often seeing a relatively even split between receptions and rushing attempts while becoming the catalyst of the offense. He’s dealt with some injuries and projects as a special teams player with some upside as he develops.
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Jordan Whittington, Wide Receiver, Texas
Xavier Worthy, Wide Receiver, Texas
Eyes have been on Worthy since he entered college in 2021 and immediately displayed his ability to make plays. He has made a mark on both offense and special teams and will try to use the combine to climb up from the mid-rounds.
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J.T. Sanders, Tight End, Texas
Jared Wiley, Tight End, TCU
Wiley was one of TCU’s most consistent offensive weapons throughout his career and established himself as a leader as the team struggled this past season. He currently projects as a Day 3 draft pick, but his skills as a receiving tight end give him a chance to stick in the league while his blocking develops.
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Andrew Coker, Offensive Line, TCU
Brandon Coleman, Offensive Line, TCU
Christian Jones, Offensive Line, Texas
Layden Robinson, Offensive Line, Texas A&M
Nelson Ceaser, Defensive Line, Houston
Myles Cole, Defensive Line, Texas Tech
Gabe Hall, Defensive Line, Baylor
Jalyx Hunt, Defensive Line, Houston Christian
McKinnley Jackson, Defensive Line, Texas A&M
Byron Murphy II, Defensive Line, Texas
T’Vondre Sweat, Defensive Line, Texas
Sweat’s monstrous season has him on the fringe of the first round, and the combine will give him an opportunity to complete the jump.
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David Ugwoegbu, Defensive Line, Houston
Edgerrin Cooper, Linebacker, Texas A&M
Cooper displayed NFL traits in his final season in College Station and will hope to show NFL teams he can become a starter down the line.
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Jaylan Ford, Linebacker, Texas
Tyrice Knight, Linebacker, UTEP
Millard Bradford, Defensive Back, TCU
Josh Newton, Cornerback, TCU
Tyler Owens, Safety, Texas Tech
Demani Richardson, Safety, Texas A&M
Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, Safety, Texas Tech
Ryan Watts, Defensive Back, Texas
Watts played cornerback and safety during his college career at Texas and Ohio State. He has the size and athleticism to play either position in the NFL, and his versatility, which he believes is a strength, will be critical to his success.