Senior Bowl Thursday Practice Winners

The 2024 Senior Bowl’s practice sessions conclude on Thursday. Several impressive athletes positively impacted their pre-draft stock with NFL executives, scouts, and coaches in attendance. Trends began emerging throughout the week of competitive practices. 

A handful of prospects particularly dazzled on Thursday. The 2024 NFL Draft has received a shakeup. Let's break down the standouts from Thursday's practice sessions.

Evan Williams

SAF, Oregon

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Williams showcased fluidity and man coverage ability throughout one-on-one drills. Williams had the second-largest hands of all defensive backs in attendance who participated in the Senior Bowl's weigh-in process. On this sticky rep, Williams uses 10-inch mitts to break up a pass intended for Michigan tight end AJ Barner. Williams mirrored the route the entire way.

Williams possesses outstanding instincts and toughness. His ability to match routes stride for stride gives him the ability to cover tight ends and slot receivers in one-on-one situations. Williams had a solid week, and he projects as a starting nickel defender at the next level.

Delmar Glaze

OL, Maryland

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Don't forget about Maryland's Delmar Glaze in a loaded offensive tackle class. The blocker tasked with replacing Jaelyn Duncan for the Terrapins this past fall, Glaze quietly enjoyed an outstanding season that had Senior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy earmarking him as one of the most improved blockers in all of college football. Glaze looked smooth throughout Thursday's afternoon practice.

The American Team coaching staff has put Glaze through drills at both tackle and guard. Glaze possesses the arm length necessary to thrive on the outside (34 4/8"), but NFL decision-makers believe he's versatile enough to play multiple positions at the next level. Glaze has boosted his pre-draft stock in Mobile.

Dylan Laube

RB, New Hampshire

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Running backs that run effective routes are all the rage in today's pass-happy NFL. New Hampshire running back Dylan Laube has been the dominant route-running salesman of all running backs at this year's Senior Bowl. Laube wins this rep and quickly turns the corner for a touchdown versus an overmatched defender in coverage.

Laube produced 749 rushing yards and 699 receiving yards at New Hampshire this season, totaling 16 touchdowns. Laube possesses the juice necessary to be a playmaking weapon in space at the next level. Offensive coordinators searching for potential mismatch advantages will stand on the table to draft Laube in April.

Jaheim Bell

TE, Florida State

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A versatile move tight end, Bell was a playmaker throughout Thursday's practice. Tulane quarterback Michael Pratt located Bell for a sizable chunk gain on a smooth corner route during team drills that saw the Seminoles standout defeat Miami linebacker James Williams in coverage. Bell also scored a touchdown following a miscommunication in the secondary. Bell was creating mismatch opportunities all practice long.

Honorable Mentions: Brenden Rice (WR, USC); Marshawn Kneeland (DL, Western Michigan); Javon Baker (WR, UCF); Adisa Isaac (EDGE, Penn State); Braden Fiske (IDL, FSU); Jamari Thrash (WR, Louisville).