The impact of a 40-yard sprint on a player is not limited to the draft.
John Rose, who ran 4.22 seconds out of 40 yards in this year's test camp, has already begun to challenge Usain Bolt.
There are also people who attract criticism for their speed. Lions cornerback Teez Tabor was nailed to the post of shame for running 4.62 seconds. But now he has learned to turn criticism into motivation.
"It's adding momentum to me." Tabor told reporters, "It's like, when you're told you you can't do anything, you'll go extra mile to achieve your goals and punch them in the face." ”
Tabor University was twice selected for the All-SEC squad, but poor performance in the physical test camp caused him to slip down the second round. Taken away by the lion with the no. 53 sign. However, he still has confidence in his ability on the field.
"Rugby is my forte. I play rugby, not athletics. I worked hard in the NFL, not in the Olympics. I felt like I was in a good position. ”
But the Lions' cornerbacks are deep: Darius Slay, Nevin Lawson and former debut D.J. D.J. Hayden. Tabor still has to work harder to compete for playing time.
But at the same time, Tabor also needs to deal with his ankle injury, and he hopes to be 100% involved in the training camp so that he can "help the team".
(Editor: Yao Fan)