Shadrach Thornton turning pro?

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  • #65482
    StateFans
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    There has been some speculation from some in recent weeks that Shadrach Thornton may decide that the time is right for him to declare himself eligible for the NFL. I think some of this is just empty speculation from folks that try to connect the dot that some of his past disciplinary issues may serve to just have him decide it is time to move on. I don’t buy it until I hear otherwise…so, I was very happy today to see Joe Giglio’s tweet:

    #65509
    Gowolves
    Participant

    Does this hurt the chances of getting Hines if Thornton stays?

    #65510
    bill.onthebeach
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    #65515
    ncsu_kappa
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    it shouldn’t hurt our chances, he allows us to demonstrate our commitment to the ground game which should entice recruits like him. But then again if he wants to play as a true freshmen and not redshirt then maybe it does a small bit.

    #65528
    Tau837
    Participant

    How does he rate as an NFL prospect? I have been surprised at the speculation because I think he is a long shot to make it.

    #65534
    wufpup76
    Keymaster

    How does he rate as an NFL prospect? I have been surprised at the speculation because I think he is a long shot to make it.

    I agree. I love Shad and hope the best for him if he does go, but seems like he’d be more likely to latch on as an UFA at this point.

    #65535
    pakfanistan
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    I can’t remember (or find) the exact stat, but Shad averaged 5.5 ypc this year, which was good enough for something like top 5 or 10 in the nation.

    #65542
    tjfoose1
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    Shad would make an NFL roster. Speed, strength, hands, quickness, enough elusivity, and runs HARD. Always ‘finished’ runs and a great YAC.

    IMO, as an RB, he’d be wise to enter the draft now.

    #65545
    wufpup76
    Keymaster

    IMO, as an RB, he’d be wise to enter the draft now.

    So, you think he’d get drafted – and possibly (relatively) early?

    If so, then shows what I know haha … good for him if he does go and makes good.

    #65546
    tjfoose1
    Participant

    Just my opinion based on what I’ve seen. I’m no draft expert or NFL talent evaluator.

    Lots of RBs in NFL that were ‘unknowns’ in college football. Shad shares the skill set they have in common.

    He won’t get drafted high though. With the NFL’s RB by committee nowadays, very very few are.

    #65713
    Tau837
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    It’s unclear when the page was last updated… possibly not since August. But nfldraftscout ranks him as RB #44 out of 182 RB prospects. That suggests he would be undrafted if he went pro this year.

    #65749
    tjfoose1
    Participant

    Appears the last entry was in August, which would be consistent with that ranking.

    #65751
    TheCOWDOG
    Moderator

    What would staying one more year gain him? Seriously.

    He’s a 4th rounder now, he most likely will be a 4th rounder next year.

    #65754
    pakfanistan
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    Hey CD, would you drop me a line at pakfanistan at gmail dot com

    I have a goofy question for you.

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