Tight end prospect Evan Engram runs a 4.43 40 at Combine
By Ian O'Brien
Evan Engram made an even bigger name for himself at the NFL Combine by running at a speed that even some running backs can’t run.
Former Ole Miss tight end Evan Engram boosted his NFL Draft stock by a mile with an amazing 40-yard dash run. He ran a 4.43, and only two running backs and four wide receivers outdid this.
Football expert Rich Eisen revealed this incredible fact on Twitter. Engram was filmed showing off his incredible speed and broadcast all over Twitter. The camera crew undoubtedly had to pay close attention to hold the camera still and film this incredible run.
Only 2 running backs and 4 wide receivers ran faster times than @OleMissFB TE @EvanEngram
— Rich Eisen (@richeisen) March 4, 2017
Engram is looking to build as much stock as he can as the 2017 NFL Draft approaches. Engram has already intrigued teams across the league, as he took the combine by storm. The former Rebels tight end is expected to be one of the first tight ends taken in the draft due to his impressive 2016 season.
Former Alabama tight end O.J. Howard will be the favorite to be the first tight end taken. Nonetheless, Engram will probably become an early pick after demonstrating his blazing speed.
The speedy tight end spent all four of his eligible years at Ole Miss. He finished with 65 receptions, 926 receiving yards and eight touchdown catches. Engram could become a mismatch nightmare for opposing defenses, especially if he lands in a favorable offensive situation. The New England Patriots or Green Bay Packers are obvious teams for him to unleash his full potential with.
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Engram would certainly not complain about having a quarterback like Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers throwing to him.