Top NFL Draft Prospects Skip Combine Drills for Pro Day Showcases

Several high-profile prospects, including Travis Hunter and Abdul Carter, opt out of NFL Combine workouts, focusing instead on individual pro day performances.

• Travis Hunter, widely regarded as a top prospect, will showcase his dual-threat skills at Colorado's pro day instead of participating in combine drills.
• Abdul Carter, a potential No. 1 overall pick, is recovering from a shoulder injury and a stress reaction in his foot, with plans to perform at Penn State's pro day on March 28.
• Shedeur Sanders, another highly anticipated prospect, has chosen to skip throwing drills at the combine to prioritize Colorado's pro day, aiming to support his draft-eligible teammates.
• Other notable absences include Ashton Jeanty, Tyler Warren, and several Michigan players, all of whom cite injuries or strategic preferences for pro day performances.
• The NFL Combine continues as a key evaluation event, with defensive linemen and linebackers taking center stage in Thursday's workouts.

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