Nine former Florida football players invited to 2025 NFL Scouting Combine
Nine former Florida football players invited to 2025 NFL Scouting Combine
The National Football League announced its list of invitations to this year's scouting combine on Thursday, which included the names of nine former Florida Gators out of a total of 329 prospects.
On the offensive side of the ball, quarterback Graham Mertz, running back Montrell Johnson Jr., wide receivers Elijhah Badger and Chimere Dike, and offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson earned a chance to impress the professionals after notable collegiate careers. Defensive lineman Cam Jackson, linebacker Shemar James and defensive back Jason Marshall Jr. were named on the opposite side of the ball. Punter Jeremy Crawshaw also got the call on special teams.
Defensive back Trikweze Bridges participated in the Hula Bowl in January but did not receive an invitation to the NFL scouting combine on Thursday. Despite not having his name called, Bridges is considered a potential pro prospect.
Former Gators edge defender Princely Umanmielen and running back Trevor Etienne also received invites after transferring to the Ole Miss Rebels and Georgia Bulldogs, respectively, ahead of last season.
How to follow the NFL Scouting Combine
This year's event will take place in Indianapolis, Indiana, from Feb. 24 through March 3. NFL scouting combine coverage begins on Feb. 27 and will be broadcast on the NFL Network and NFL+.
Thursday, Feb. 27: Defensive line and linebackers
Friday, Feb. 28: Defensive backs and tight ends
Saturday, March 1: Running backs, quarterbacks and wide receivers
Sunday, March 2: Offensive linemen
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