TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Evan Neal, a projected top-five decide within the upcoming NFL draft, stated he is keen to play nearly any place as a professional.
Neal started his profession at Alabama at guard however later transitioned to left sort out.
“You can pretty much plug me in anywhere other than center and I’ll be able to come in and make an impact,” he stated.
All 32 NFL groups had been available for Alabama’s professional day Wednesday, together with Patriots coach Invoice Belichick. Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy made the journey to Tuscaloosa as properly.
Neal stated he has visits scheduled with three groups: the Jaguars, Giants and Jets.
The Jaguars maintain the No. 1 decide, whereas the Jets and Giants decide fourth and fifth respectively.
ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. tasks Neal to the Giants.
Neal did not run the 40-yard sprint or do something apart from position-specific drills Wednesday.
“I feel like I came out here and executed, and I feel like I came out here and checked the box, for sure,” he stated. “So I’m pleased with my performance.”
Alabama coach Nick Saban known as Neal an “outstanding player” with nice measurement and “competitive character.”
“He loves football,” Saban stated of Neal. “He pays attention to detail; he prepares well; and, you know, his size and athletic ability has put him in a position where I think he has a very bright future.
“He is achieved an excellent job for us whether or not he performed guard or sort out, and I am positive that range will assist him as a professional participant as properly.”
