Look for the offensive staff to try and continue gettingthe ball in his hands indifferent ways. To make you even more sick, Gault ran a 21.80 200 meters in the Indianapolis meet in 2006 and if that didn't make you throw up, Gault clocked a 4.27 forty yard dash last year. Shaq Evans, UCLA: 34.5 [46] As a result, Snead became a member of the Baltimore Ravens and received a two-year, $7 million contract that includes $3 million guaranteed and a signing bonus of $2 million. Matt Hazel, Coastal Carolina: 15 reps Michael Campanaro, Wake Forest: 39 Even among modern day players, only one person has broken the four-second mark: Shawn Marion averaged 4.3 seconds over five attempts in the . When he took part in the 40-yard dash, he showed why his athleticism has made up for other physical questions. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Look for the offensive staff to try and continue gettingthe ball in his hands indifferent ways. John Ross (WR . However, NFL.com said he did not, listing Holliday's times at 4.27 and 4.32. [71] He signed back to the active roster on October 29. Yet when the Saints assigned him a low tender, it was a bit of a relief. EDGE Analysis Garbage time scores count just the same as all others, and anybody who plugged in Snead was rewarded with a 50-yard touchdown in the final minute after he had posted a dud up until that point. Snead caught both of his targets for 61 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 40-25 loss to the Browns. Willie Snead, Ball State: 33.5 We should get to see him utilize his big-play ability more as his career continues in Greenville. Snead's father, Willie Snead III, was also a professional football wide receiver. The three regular season losses came to the #12 Clemson Tigers, Kent State, and Northern Illinois. He didn't have his speed either (Snead ran the 40-yard dash in 4.62 seconds at the Combine). "Man, I love Willie," Brees said this week. This 40 time doesn't necessarily boost his draft stock, but he certainly avoided hurting it. Washington was drafted by the Oakland Raiders with the 23rd overall pick in the 2005 NFL Draft after his draft stock rose after rocketing tothe fastest 40-yard dash at the 2005 NFL Combine with a time of 4.25 seconds. Walt Powell, Murray State: 10 Scouts and coaches all over the U.S. put a huge amount of weight into the 40 yard dash. "After that 2016 season wow, yeah, I felt very confident.". Snead hasn't had a game with over 15 yards receiving in the second half of the season and is hard to trust for your starting lineups. If you play a skill position in football, your 40 time might be the most valuable skill event. "I have so many relationships in that locker room that it's kind of an uneasy feeling that I have to play these guys," Snead said. Marcus Lucas, Missouri: 104 Snead did catch four balls for 51 yards against the . [42] Snead finished the 2017 NFL season with only eight receptions for 92 receiving yards and was held without a touchdown reception in 11 games and seven starts. The wide receiver has displayed his big play ability in practice on offense, and his speed on special teams in games. Jordan Matthews: Vanderbilt: 4.40 , 4.44, 4.46 Austin Franklin, New Mexico State: 4.53, 4.53, 4.56 Played in 25 games over three seasons, T-13. [41] Upon returning from suspension, Snead was named the fourth wide receiver in the depth chart behind Michael Thomas, Ted Ginn Jr., and Brandon Coleman. Chris Boyd, Vanderbilt: 12 reps [22] On November 6, 2014, the Carolina Panthers released Snead from their practice squad. "That's what my whole story is about taking advantages of the opportunities I get," Snead said. [1], Snead helped quarterback Keith Wenning and head coach Pete Lembo lead the Cardinals to another successful season, finishing bowl eligible for the third consecutive year with a 103 record. Brandon Coleman, Rutgers: 4.50 , 4.53, 4.56 Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern, indem Sie auf unseren Websites und Apps auf den Link Datenschutz-Dashboard klicken. [26][27] Head coach Sean Payton named Snead the fourth wide receiver on the depth chart to begin the regular season, behind Marques Colston, Brandin Cooks, and Brandon Coleman. He should be one of the teams fastest playersupon his arrival. However, he's not nearly as fast. Then, after another release, the Saints offered the same. [18][19] Snead performed well throughout training camp and finished the preseason with eight receptions for 124 receiving yards. Just a true freshman at ECU, Mitchell was recruited by the Pirates for his home run ability. He also returned 9 punts for 60 yards, rushed for 154 yards, returned 45 kickoffs for 1,088 yards, and scored 45 touchdowns (44 receiving and 1 kickoff return). "That emotion was the whole 2017 season right there. Baltimore faces a Jets Defense on Thursday Night that has +EV player props and in-game leverage alerts with the, Access Willie Snead's Dynasty ADP and Lifetime Value Rating. Corey Brown, Ohio State: 33 But NFL Combine 40 times sure are fun. "You can't take this for granted, because at any moment it can be gone," Snead said. At 5-11, 195 and with below average speed (4.56 40), Snead isn't a downfield playmaker in the mold of Cooks, and he's not a red-zone target like Thomas, either. He was ranked number one in the world for four straight years. Now that Snead's in Baltimore, the Ravens feel the same way, and it's once again mutual. He ran a 4.62 40-yard dash before entering the NFL. [34] Head coach Sean Payton named Snead the third wide receiver to start the regular season, behind Brandin Cooks and Michael Thomas. Members of the NFL Draft Class of 2020 will race against the clock this week in Indianapolis at the NFL Scouting Combine, where the fastest draft prospects in the class will attempt to match or break John Ross all-time record in the 40-yard dash. All Snead wanted was a chance. Snead called his mom first. In his first start, Snead recorded 180 receiving yards, which is the 11th-best for a single game in Ball State history, and a touchdown against Army. So for as much. Played in 20 NFL games, mostly as a kick returner, T-4. Cody Hoffman, BYU: 9, Tevin Reese, Baylor: 41 That said, they profile as completely different receivers than Snead, who does most of his damage out of the slot. It opened the door for a fresh start elsewhere. 2005 Pro Bowler In Baltimore, Snead found plenty of new and people who had long desired his services. Top moments from the Defensive Backs at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. [29] In Week 14, he collected seven receptions for 122 receiving yards during a 2417 win at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Drafted 114th overall by Houston TCU Horned Frogs defensive back Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson discusses how his uncle, Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson, made an impact on his career. During that season, Snead also learned that his girlfriend was pregnant, so he decided to declare for the NFL Draft early to try to make some money and support his new family. [2], Another move to Muskegon took Snead to Muskegon Heights High School where he would play his final two years of high school football. [4], Snead played in eleven games for the Ball State Cardinals in 2011. Cornerback draft prospect Joey Porter of Penn State harbors no ill feelings toward the Ravens, even though his father was a star with the Steelers. He's been a steady, reliable spark plug. At 6'1" 227 lbs, Jackson was an unreal physical specimen. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The 40 time to rule them all the legendary 4.12 put up by Bo Jackson (Auburn) in 1986 It was a tough pill to swallow especially because it was at least partially his fault. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Sammy Watkins, Clemson: 106 Arrested. You can use these to wager on anything, including the latest Super Bowl odds. [60], On March 26, 2021, Snead signed a one-year, $1.1 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. Jalen Saunders, Oklahoma: 34 Brandin Cooks, Oregon State: 16 reps Shaq Evans, UCLA: 4.50, 4.47, 4.51 Renaldo Nehemiah was the world record holder and the first man to run the high hurdles in under 13 seconds. Wide Receivers Coach Bobby Engram was the person who called Snead to recruit him as an undrafted free agent in 2014. "He's a football player. Hes got excellent straight-line speed and is one of the fastest overall players on the roster when healthy. Damian Copeland, Louisville: 4.43, 4.43, 4.50 While he had only two catches of 40-plus yards, Snead hauled in 14 of 20 or more. Even many years later, Moss still has extraordinary speed and burst. That is absolutely unbelievable. He played 17 of his 20 . When looking at Willie Snead 's athletic profile and workout metrics, it's easy to see how he went overlooked in both 2015 fantasy drafts and the 2014 NFL Draft. So the Ravens dialed up their trusty chain-mover, Willie Snead IV. One of Dante Hall'snicknames said it all: The Human TorchWatch out! It was still Division I, and he would get an opportunity to play early. Darrell Green was one of the most incredible athletes to play in the NFL. I have to work just as hard as anybody else to stand out.". Hall was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and a member of the NFL 2000s All-Decade Teamwith 12,397 total return yards, 1,747 receiving yardsand 21 TDs (12 Returns and 9 Receiving). [35], He appeared in the New Orleans Saints season-opener against the Oakland Raiders and caught nine passes for a career-high 172 yards and a touchdown during their 3534 loss. The Saints eventually lost on an even crazier play that left rookie safety Marcus Williams as the fall guy, but the missed touchdown was haunting. Hatfield displayed his explosiveness last season when called upon as a true freshman, including on a career-long 68-yard touchdown reception at SMU. Snead hasn't had a game with over 15 yards receiving in the second half of the season and is hard to trust for your starting lineups. Nick Saban and Alabama was interested, but not enough to offer a scholarship. 13-time Pro Bowler, 3-time first-team All-Pro, Pro Football Hall of Famer, T-8. In his first start, Snead put up 180 receiving yards. Snead was elevated ahead of Thursday's 21-13 win over the Seahawks. He is the only QB in NFL history to rush for more than 1,000 in a season. Jordan Matthews, Vanderbilt: 35.5 Snead went to Payton's office a couple times to ask what was up. But Snead put too much zip on the pass, and it fell just out of Kamara's reach. Then he made the worst decision by far by getting behind the wheel of a car. He heard coaches thought he was out of shape. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Kevin Norwood, Alabama: 8 reps [1] His first career reception came at South Florida and his first career touchdown catch came against Buffalo. And Snead thrives in it. Bailey isconsidered to be one of theleague's best lock-down defenders in the last decade. Mike Evans, Texas A&M: 4.50, 4.47, 4.53 There are universal sportsbook promo codes that are able to be redeemed in sports betting states. Cody Hoffman, BYU: 35.5 RotoWire provides real-time player news and notes across dozens of sports, as well. His lowest production was three catches for 39 yards versus Denver. Snead was a restricted free agent this offseason, so it wasn't a good time for the worst year of his football career. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. While Cordarrelle Patterson has been hogging all the highlights, Calvin Ridley's usage suggests a huge game is right around the corner. He also won asecond gold medal in the 4 x 100 meter relay, which also produced a new World Record (39.06 seconds). He reportedly measured in at a .125 percent. Because of a great combination of size and speed, Heyward-Bey was selected by the Oakland Raiders as the seventh overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, ahead of other standout receivers Michael Crabtree and Jeremy Maclin. He was signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent in 2014 and has been a member of the New Orleans Saints, Baltimore Ravens, and Las Vegas Raiders. It was like Snead IV was a military kid. Mississippi State Bulldogs linebacker Willie Gay Jr. runs the 40-yard dash at the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine. In his NFL career, Brown caught 98 passes for 1,791 yards and 13 TDs. Snead also played defense as a linebacker and safety with one interception and 76 tackles. He also lost his position as the primary slot receiver to Brandon Coleman. They didn't want to give the Titans even a shred of life. During the 2010 NFL Combine, ESPN reported that he ran a 4.22. Michael Campanaro, Wake Forest: 4.46, 4.43, 4.46 Jeff Janis, Saginaw Valley State: 4.30 , 4.44, 4.42 As a junior, he posted 106 receptions for 1,516 yards and 15 touchdowns all school records. Snead is the unafraid, ultra-prepared underdog who makes plays whenever he's given the chance. Speed . So I'm fine if they keep doubting him.". Oregon State's Brandin Cooks, thought to be one of the top wideouts in the 2014 NFL Draft class, had an excellent showing on the 40-yard dash and bench press. Johnson set the NFL record for2,509 scrimmage yards in a season (2009). As the Ravens prepare to take on the Saints this Sunday, it's a special game for Snead, who became an NFL star in New Orleans only to fall from grace last season. Devin Street, Pittsburgh: 37 There's a toughness element to him you appreciate.". Quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers took the field Sunday in Indianapolis for their physical tests. As such, Snead is a stronger pick in PPR, but his volume should increase to the point where he'll be useful in standard formats too, as Cooks' departure leaves 117 Brees targets up for grabs.