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USA Today
28-04-2025
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- USA Today
Tennessee Titans land 2 of the top PFF undrafted rookies
Tennessee Titans land 2 of the top PFF undrafted rookies The NFL draft is in the rearview, and the Tennessee Titans have added some dynamic playmakers to their roster. Next up will be rookie minicamp, where the team's nine draft choices, 15 undrafted rookies, and multiple camp invites will take to the field for their first workouts in Nashville. While Cam Ward and the draft choices will likely be the focus, general manager Mike Borgonzi quietly put together a solid group of undrafted rookie free agents. Two of those players, Xavier Restrepo and Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, sit near the top of the Pro Football Focus (PFF) top available undrafted rookie free agents (UDFA). 2. WR Xavier Restrepo, Miami (FL) PFF Big Board Rank: 77 Restrepo brings a strong slot receiver skill set to the NFL, where his production, separation skills, and great hands give him a high floor with WR2/WR3 potential, despite some limitations in high-end athleticism and size. After a disastrous pre-draft process, including a pedestrian 4.8 40-yard dash, Restrepo will now be reunited with Ward and has a chance to find his niche within the Titans' offense. On tape, he plays much faster than that timed speed, and he has the instincts and intangibles to overcome going undrafted. Throw in the chemistry with Ward, and this could be a perfect fit. 14. T Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, Florida PFF Big Board Rank: 163 Crenshaw-Dickson is a long, experienced, and patient player who played right and left tackle in college. He'll struggle against top-tier speed and power, but his calm approach to the game, length, and balance give him a high floor to handle plenty of assignments as a backup NFL tackle, with a likely shot at a starting job on his rookie contract. Crenshaw-Dickson also had issues with testing and could surprise in camp. He entered the draft as an experienced starter with positional flexibility. During his time in Florida, he showcased his size, strength, and athleticism, making him an intriguing prospect. He does need to work on his technique, but he offers potential as a swing tackle early in his career as he catches up with the speed of the game. After a solid draft, if any UDFA steps up and works their way into roster contention, it will be a bonus. If you believe in PFF metrics, these two players have a legitimate shot.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Former Florida offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson signed by Tennessee Titans
Former Florida football offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson has officially been signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent, according to a report by NFL insider Tom Pelissero. According to Pelissero, the deal is worth $245,000 guaranteed, including a $20,000 signing bonus. Advertisement Crenshaw-Dickson, who transferred to Florida for the 2024 season after four years at San Diego State, made an immediate impact in Gainesville. Starting 11 games at right tackle and playing 685 offensive snaps, he quickly became a cornerstone of the Gators' offensive line. According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), Crenshaw-Dickson posted an elite 81.1 pass block grade and a 71.6 overall offensive grade for the season–allowing zero sacks in his time with the Gators. He led Florida's offensive line in highest individual PFF offense grades in multiple games, consistently dominating against top-tier SEC competition. The 6-foot-7-inch, 322-pound Inglewood, California native also impressed scouts during the pre-draft process, earning invites to both the East-West Shrine Bowl and the NFL Combine. His size, versatility (having started at both left and right tackle) and polished technique made him a fast riser on draft boards throughout the spring. Advertisement In key matchups against teams like Georgia, Texas and Ole Miss, Crenshaw-Dickson proved he could hold his own–and often dominate–against future NFL talent. His performance against UCF, where he posted a season-high 85.4 pass block grade without surrendering a single pressure, particularly tuned heads among NFL scouts. Before his time with the Orange and Blue, Crenshaw-Dickson started 37 games for San Diego State, logging over 2,000 career snaps and allowing just a single sack in the 2021 season. Now, he's the latest Florida Gator headed to the NFL, continuing Florida's proud tradition of producing professional offensive linemen. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions. This article originally appeared on Gators Wire: Former Florida football OL Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson signed by Titans
USA Today
27-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Former Florida offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson signed by Tennessee Titans
Former Florida offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson signed by Tennessee Titans Former Florida football offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson has officially been signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent, according to a report by NFL insider Tom Pelissero. According to Pelissero, the deal is worth $245,000 guaranteed, including a $20,000 signing bonus. Crenshaw-Dickson, who transferred to Florida for the 2024 season after four years at San Diego State, made an immediate impact in Gainesville. Starting 11 games at right tackle and playing 685 offensive snaps, he quickly became a cornerstone of the Gators' offensive line. According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), Crenshaw-Dickson posted an elite 81.1 pass block grade and a 71.6 overall offensive grade for the season–allowing zero sacks in his time with the Gators. He led Florida's offensive line in highest individual PFF offense grades in multiple games, consistently dominating against top-tier SEC competition. The 6-foot-7-inch, 322-pound Inglewood, California native also impressed scouts during the pre-draft process, earning invites to both the East-West Shrine Bowl and the NFL Combine. His size, versatility (having started at both left and right tackle) and polished technique made him a fast riser on draft boards throughout the spring. In key matchups against teams like Georgia, Texas and Ole Miss, Crenshaw-Dickson proved he could hold his own–and often dominate–against future NFL talent. His performance against UCF, where he posted a season-high 85.4 pass block grade without surrendering a single pressure, particularly tuned heads among NFL scouts. Before his time with the Orange and Blue, Crenshaw-Dickson started 37 games for San Diego State, logging over 2,000 career snaps and allowing just a single sack in the 2021 season. Now, he's the latest Florida Gator headed to the NFL, continuing Florida's proud tradition of producing professional offensive linemen. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
USA Today
19-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Scouting Florida football OL Brandon\u00a0Crenshaw-Dickson ahead of the 2025 NFL draft
Scouting Florida football OL Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson ahead of the 2025 NFL draft The start of the 2025 NFL draft is less than a week away, with a handful of former Florida Gators hoping to hear their names called among the 257 selections. Among them is redshirt senior offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, who transferred to Gainesville from San Diego State for his final season of eligibility. The 6-foot-7-inch, 322-pound trench warrior originally out of the Golden State was an important cog in Billy Napier's offensive scheme last fall, helping the program earn its first winning record for the season after three-straight seasons of futility. After the schedule ended, he participated in both the East-West Shrine Bowl and the NFL combine. Below is a breakdown of Crenshaw-Dickson's stock heading into the draft in a question-and-answer format exchanged with Packers Wire's Brennan Rupp. What did Crenshaw-Dickson mean to Florida's offense? There is little doubt that he was a key component of Florida's front line last season. Appearing in all 12 regular-season games and logging 685 offensive snaps for an overall 80.4 PFF grade (second best on the O-line) at right tackle, he allowed zero sacks and received some of the best grades from PFF among the offensive line corps. Along with Jake Slaughter, BCD was a key component of Florida's offensive line both in the passing and running games. What does Crenshaw-Dickson do well as a run blocker? Run blocking is the lesser end of his skill set, grading out at 78.3 per PFF — though it is worth noting that he improved drastically from his 2023 grade of 69.4 with San Diego State. Coarsely speaking, he was a positive contributor to an effective running game for the Gators thanks largely to his intelligence and knowledge of the playbook, plus he has a body that is great for blocking. However, while his massive frame does him plenty of favors, he appears to lack the speed and athleticism necessary to match up with elite edge rushers and defensive linemen. There are ways to maximize his physical potential, but he seems to be nearing his ceiling when it comes to run blocking. What makes Crenshaw-Dickson effective in pass protection? On the other hand, his ability to keep the defense off his quarterback's back earned him an 81.8 PFF grade, an improvement from 77.3 the previous season. Unlike in run protection, he can stay home and use the inertia from his massive size to stonewall rushers and establish the pocket. An added benefit is the experience he has gained on both the blind and strong sides. Again, his IQ is evident in how he executes fluidly from the moment the ball is snapped throughout the entire play, always having a feel for where his quarterback is. It is mildly ironic to praise an O-lineman after a season that saw two quarterbacks go down with injuries, but neither was his fault. If you were an NFL GM, why would you draft Crenshaw-Dickson? Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson is a physical specimen with some limitations when it comes to athleticism, who also possesses a high football IQ and always manages to be on the field. His extensive experience and versatility will also be big positives for him in the upcoming draft, but he probably cannot be considered 'NFL-ready' just yet. All things considered, I'd project BCD as a middle-round pick — maybe as high as third or as low as fifth round — given that he is not likely to make an immediate impact in the league. He has a motor that doesn't stop and a brain like a sponge, so the effort and hardware are in place for any franchise looking to bolster its O-line. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
USA Today
04-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 NFL combine full measurements, testing numbers for offensive tackles
2025 NFL combine full measurements, testing numbers for offensive tackles A look at all the tackles at the combine and their full measurements and testing numbers. The NFL combine concluded Monday and all the on-field drills and testing has been completed. NFL draft prospects have been weighed, measured, examined, interviewed and tested. Now NFL teams have returned home to continue with their evaluation process. Among the players participating in the combine were a bunch of offensive tackles. It is a position where the Cardinals definitely might address in the draft, and no one would be surprised to see them take a tackle early. How did the tackles perform at the combine? Below are all the tackles, their measurements and testing numbers, grouped alphabetically by school. 2025 NFL combine full testing numbers for offensive tackles Takeaways Missouri's Armond Membou will be a guy to watch in the draft. Not only does he have great length (82-inch wingspan, 33 1/2-inch arms, he also is freakishly athletic, posting the best 40 time of the group while weighing more than 330 pounds. One thing to watch is the three-cone time for Florida's Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson. It was 8.15 seconds and a time greater than eight seconds is often a red flag. Imagine being over 300 pounds and posting broad jumps of at least nine feet. Nine players did that. Get more Cardinals and NFL coverage from Cards Wire's Jess Root and others by listening to the latest on the Rise Up, See Red podcast. Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube or Apple podcasts.
