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The NFL combine is in just a couple of days, and nine ClemsonTigers are looking to increase their draft stock. In this series, we're going to dive into each player and break down exactly what they'll need to do in Indy to separate themselves and solidify their draft value.
DeMonte Capehart is a prototypical size interior defensive lineman that most experts expect to go in the middle of Day 3. He flashes as a first-round talent, but consistency issues and limited playing time dip the prospect down drastically. It’s almost a guarantee that Capehart boosts his stock at the combine, as his traits are rarely seen in the NFL.
Why He Could Rise
Rare combination of size and speed. Capehart is expected to be in the 91st percentile in height, 72% in weight, and 98% with his forty time. If a player with this archetype played on the EDGE, they would be a first-round pick (think Lukas Van Ness in 2023, a backup at Iowa turned 13th overall pick). An interior defensive lineman that can truly rush the passer is more valuable than a pass-first EDGE rusher. One should expect Capehart’s Day 3 grade to receive an upgrade after this week in Indy.
Why He Could Fall
I'd be hard pressed to see DeMonte exit the top 175, aside from conditions that could theoretically affect any prospect (shaky medical testing, poor interviewee) but have not been attributed to Capehart throughout his collegiate career. He could underperform with his 40, as it’s expected he tests extraordinarily well. Capehart has a ceiling as high as any interior defender in this class, and is expected to showcase his athleticism later in the week.
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This article originally appeared on Clemson Wire: What Clemson's Capehart needs to do at combine to boost draft stock
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DeMonte Capehart is a prototypical size interior defensive lineman that most experts expect to go in the middle of Day 3. He flashes as a first-round talent, but consistency issues and limited playing time dip the prospect down drastically. It’s almost a guarantee that Capehart boosts his stock at the combine, as his traits are rarely seen in the NFL.
Why He Could Rise
Rare combination of size and speed. Capehart is expected to be in the 91st percentile in height, 72% in weight, and 98% with his forty time. If a player with this archetype played on the EDGE, they would be a first-round pick (think Lukas Van Ness in 2023, a backup at Iowa turned 13th overall pick). An interior defensive lineman that can truly rush the passer is more valuable than a pass-first EDGE rusher. One should expect Capehart’s Day 3 grade to receive an upgrade after this week in Indy.
Why He Could Fall
I'd be hard pressed to see DeMonte exit the top 175, aside from conditions that could theoretically affect any prospect (shaky medical testing, poor interviewee) but have not been attributed to Capehart throughout his collegiate career. He could underperform with his 40, as it’s expected he tests extraordinarily well. Capehart has a ceiling as high as any interior defender in this class, and is expected to showcase his athleticism later in the week.
Contact us @Clemson_Wire on X, and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Clemson Tigers news and notes, plus opinions.
This article originally appeared on Clemson Wire: What Clemson's Capehart needs to do at combine to boost draft stock
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