The first day of practice is in the books as fran duffy and chris mcpherson break down the action from mobile, alabama, with the top prospects taking the field, but at the top of the show fran is joined by eagles assistant director of college scouting alan wolking to break down the allstar game process. On friday, the eagles placed him on injured reserve, possibly ending his. Pumphrey, 23, was a fourthround pick in 2017, but hes never played in a regularseason nfl game. Former aztecs star rb donnel pumphrey finds his stride. Pumphrey was working with the scout team, which helps the eagles defense prepare for the upcoming opponent, but also had been staying after practice with clement to.
Pumphrey and ron dayne are now the top two rushers in fbs history, even though san diego states small and quick runner listed at 5foot9, 180 pounds couldnt be any different in style than the. And weve created or updated predictive models for qb success, rb success, wr success, and te success. Eagles sign running back donnel pumphrey to practice squad nbc. San diego state running back donnel pumphrey runs a drill at the nfl scouting combine in indianapolis in 2017. Pumphrey, 23, was a fourthround pick in 2017, but hes never played in a regular season nfl game. San diego state rb donnel pumphrey chasing history cbs dc. Elijah qualls has a load of talent and ability but inconsistent tape. Is historicallygreat donnel pumphrey good enough for the nfl. Unique perspectives on the daily sports topics that matter most. That came after his 281yard night against california on sept. Last time, i expanded my rankings to my top 100 players, and now im branching out even further with my top 150.
Is historicallygreat donnel pumphrey good enough for. Now its time for the rotoviz analysts to compile our predraft rookie running back rankings. The case for donnel pumphrey as the eagles lead running back. For running back donnel pumphrey, the long road to making the. The lions released pumphrey from their practice squad wednesday, dave birkett of the detroit free press reports. San diego states donnel pumphrey continues run at ncaa. Dec 18, 2010 class of 20 sophomore season 20102011. Scout books 100% recycled notebooks for your big ideas.
Donnel pumphrey will make you pay for letting his size spoil. Dec 19, 2016 san diego state running back donnel pumphrey broke the ncaa fbs alltime rushing record of 6,397 set by wisconsins ron dayne from 1996 to 1999. Pumphrey s rushing total was lower this past season with 1,653 rushing yards. Donnel pumphrey, a canyon springs high school graduate who played at san diego state, was selected by the philadelphia eagles in the fourth round of the nfl draft saturday. Donnel pumphrey football recruiting player profiles espn. Mack hollins is a specialteams demon and former walkon with some bigplay ability. Each adventure is full of hamsteriffic humor, friendship and fun. By reuben frank donnel pumphrey, once a ballyhooed draft pick, fighting for his nfl life nbc sports philadelphia. Its a big man league and i really dont know what you do with pumphrey, but he was a mismatch problem for these defenders in this practice today. Alright so the difference between an all eagles scout team and an all eagle scout team are pretty heavy. But san diego states donnel pumphrey made the most significant leap in this weeks survey of writers and editors with heisman.
In a small class of seniors, one nevadan was taken in the draft. Donnel pumphrey, josh hawkins among 25 former eagles on xfl rosters. Yes, theres the running back that was outrushed by only melvin gordon university of wisconsin and tevin coleman indiana university last season, who were both taken in the nfl draft and are listed as. Not very often, of course, but there have been backs whove been able to overcome pumphrey. Penny only hauled in 19 receptions, 2 for touchdowns, in 2017, and some knock him down to his uncertainty to stick with a route and find open space. On december 17th, donnel pumphrey and san diego st. Dec 01, 2016 donnel pumphrey is the mountain west offensive player of the year for the second year in a row. The rotoviz staff 2017 predraft rookie running back rankings. Pumphrey is the official alltime leader in rushing yards in ncaa division i fbs history.
Hunkie cooper shook his head and leaned back in his office chair with a grin on his face. Nov 01, 2016 san diego state rb donnel pumphrey chasing history. When discussing pumphrey, the first trait scouts often mention is also the most obvious. Donnel pumphrey returns to san diego state this year on a mission to break marshall faulks rushing record, no small feat. Former boise state running back jeremy mcnichols has big. Ncaa san diego states donnel pumphrey is running out of the shadows. For running back donnel pumphrey, the long road to making. Donnel pumphrey ran for more than 5,600 yards his final three seasons at san diego state, but his slight frame 58, 176 pounds kept him from making a lasting impact on pro scouts. San diego state running back donnel pumphrey broke the ncaa fbs alltime rushing record of 6,397 set by wisconsins ron dayne from 1996 to 1999 during saturdays 3410 win over houston in the las. His low output was 98 yards against fcs new hampshire in the. During his career, he ran for 4,152 yards on 494 attempts with 49 touchdowns. Hear from rb donnel pumphrey, ol nico siragusa and lb calvin munson after sdsus pro day. Every time he swung wide, linebackers and cornerbacks waited for him at the edge. Oct 31, 2016 plus, a look at the best nonpower 5 conference seniors in the country, and finally, a receiver who is rewriting the reception record books.
All three are hoping to hear their names called in this years draft. Plus, a look at the best nonpower 5 conference seniors in the country, and finally, a receiver who is rewriting the reception record books. Get the latest news, stats, videos, highlights and more about running back donnel pumphrey on. Donnel pumphrey, the alltime fbs leading rusher, has a lot to prove at the senior bowl new, 8 comments donnel pumphrey s name is at the top of the collegiate record books, but he tips the. Howard, jerry kosinski and hunter s thompson, all of whom i am most familiar and read expensively. Birney humphrey, everyones favorite classroom pet, is starring in chapter books perfect for younger readers. Earned a grade of 78 by 247sports and a scout grade of 72 by espn. Buy in packs of 10, or shop our diy and custom options to make notebooks just for you.
A journal sentinel poll asked 16 executives in personnel to identify the best player regardless of position. Pumphrey joined the detroit organization after failing to win a roster spot with the eagles at the conclusion of the preseason. Donnel pumphrey, josh hawkins among 25 former eagles on. Whats the one thing you want nfl scouts to know that youre going to bring to the next level that they may not know as much about right now.
He should be in the record books for sweetest college football moment as well after this. Donnel pumphrey is a 59, 165pound all purpose back from north las vegas, nv. My favorite smallshort player in this draft is north carolina receiver ryan switzer, but a guy thats in that same boat is san diego state running back donnel pumphrey. Eagles put pumphrey on ir with torn hamstring national. Donnel pumphrey, josh hawkins among players with philadelphia eagles ties on xfl rosters. Pumphrey joined the detroit organization after failing to win a roster spot. Donnel pumphrey contract and salary cap details, including signing bonus, guaranteed salary, dead money, roster bonuses, and contract history rb donnel pumphrey currently does not have a contract with any nfl team.
Learn about donnel pumphrey and other recruit player profiles on. Rookie running back donnel pumphrey probably wasnt going to play anytime soon. Alice ann pumphrey anne arundel county baltimore born in apr born in jan born in oct born in sep born on 11 born on 23 born on 9 buchanan county california census charles church cemetery county and died county and married dc and died decatur county died on 15 died on 28 elizabeth pumphrey following 2 sons following 3 children further record. Our goal is to not only scout the most wellknown talent, but to find the hidden gems. Apr 29, 2017 donnel pumphrey ran for more than 5,600 yards his final three seasons at san diego state, but his slight frame 58, 176 pounds kept him from making a lasting impact on pro scouts. Donnel pumphrey 19 running back pumphrey4heismandonnel pumphrey final bio donnel pumphrey career stats 2016 heisman trophy top10 finish tied for 10th2016. I can line up in the iformation and run iso fullback lead isolations all day, but i can run down and cover kicks, cover punts, be on kickoff return, be on punt. Pumphrey and ron dayne are now the top two rushers in fbs history, even though san diego states small. The third day of practice at the senior bowl is through and with most of the action in mobile over and done with, fran duffy and chris mcpherson find a way to discuss the top players in a top 20 mock draft involving only senior bowl talent before looking at the six prospects who have helped themselves the most here at practice.
One scout we spoke to called mixon the best pure running back in the draft, with a running. Donnel pumphrey 19 running back pumphrey4heismandonnel pumphrey. Moved from 17th in ncaa history using the official ncaa record books to 14th with. Las vegan donnel pumphrey goes to eagles in 4th round of. Sep 09, 2015 theres more than what meets the eye when it comes to san diego states 59, 185pound junior running back, donnel pumphrey. Donnel pumphrey has defied the odds during every step of his football career pumphreys family prepares to watch him break ncaa rushing record in las vegas bowl. Where does rashaad penny rank among the best running backs in this strong class. Nov 15, 2016 every two weeks, ill be updating my top prospects for the 2017 nfl draft.
Donnel pumphrey has defied the odds during every step of his. Donnel pumphrey 2017 nfl draft profile including player stats, videos, combine results, and expert analysis. In 2014, pumphrey rushed for 1,867 yards and 20 touchdowns. Get the latest news, stats, videos, highlights and more about running back donnel pumphrey on espn. Jan 24, 2017 my favorite smallshort player in this draft is north carolina receiver ryan switzer, but a guy thats in that same boat is san diego state running back donnel pumphrey. Ill keep this list to people who playcould play now but if i find more who play positions that arent filled ill add them. He didnt play in the eagles first preseason game against the steelers and isnt expected to play thursday against the patriots, and has lost valuable ground to wendell smallwood, matt jones and undrafted rookie josh adams. The lions released pumphrey from their practice squad wednesday, dave birkett of the detroit free press reports pumphrey joined the.
The annual nfl scouting combine is a key opportunity for former boise state running back jeremy mcnichols as he begins. Every time donnel pumphrey ran the ball up the middle, he slammed into a jumble of bodies. Made in the usa with 100% recycled papers and vegetable based inks, our notebooks come in 3. Pumphrey got released and sat around for a while, he was on the lions practice squad for a bit i think, then the eagles signed him back to their ps, mainly i think because the team knew him, probably liked his attitude as a ps guy, and im guessing one of douglas scouts talked him up as one of their favorites when they drafted him and wanted. Ernest hemingway, amy vanderbilt, jack london, virginia wolfe, sylvia plath, primo levi, robert e. Author colum mccann on politics and the art of peacemaking.
Eagles running back donnel pumphrey carrying the ball during organized team activities in may. Eagles add fbss leading rusher by drafting sdsus donnel. Homencaa san diego states donnel pumphrey is running out of the shadows. Donnel pumphrey might become a very good nfl player, but if he does it will be because he plays his game, not sproles game. Nfl sizes up donnel pumphrey the san diego uniontribune. Pumphrey is tricky as a prospect due to the intersection of size, strength of schedule, and results. The path donnel pumphrey is trying to take to nfl stardom has been walked before.
Pumphrey cannot control his height or hand width or arm length. Sep 16, 2016 how donnel pumphrey is channeling his inner marshall faulk for san diego state pumphrey is a national name to watch after breaking marshall faulks career rushing record at sdsu. Every week during the season, well send you an email to your inbox with scores, this weeks schedule, top performers, fantasy drops and adds, new debuts and interesting tidbits. Donnel pumphrey was born on december sixth, 1994 in las vegas nevada. The best books to read while social distancing, according to book lovers. Donnel pumphrey breaks record for most rushing yards in. Pumphrey will be all over the record books, and most of the alltime single season leaders have.
Some notable alumni include marshall faulk, rashaad penny and donnel pumphrey. Apparently kevin greene was an eagle scout as well. Nfl media analyst bucky brooks, who is a former nfl player and scout, echoed the importance. Donnel pumphrey trying to follow in nfl footsteps of small. Sdsus pro day is opportunity for lb calvin munson among. Im not a wasted pick donnel pumphrey, the eagles fourthround draft pick in 2017, describes his chances of making the team. Donnel pumphrey, once a ballyhooed draft pick, fighting. He remained there to attend canyon springs high school and as a senior, was awarded the gatorade high school football player. How donnel pumphrey is channeling his inner marshall faulk. Dec 17, 2016 donnel pumphreys dad in sweet postrecord moment. Pumphrey beat the record in his final game, finishing off an allamerican season where he led.
Donnel pumphrey, once a ballyhooed fourthround pick last year, is fighting for a roster spot with a chip larger than himself on his shoulder. Donnel pumphrey has a lot to prove at the senior bowl. For eagles bubble players donnel pumphrey and devante. The san diego state aztecs and the houston cougars will both be gunning for a victory on saturday when they meet at sam boyd stadium. His rough rookie season hit yet another rough patch. Pumphrey, the alltime leading rusher in the fbs record books. Washington was tabbed to take over once penny left for the. Ap insights ap definitive source ap images spotlight ap explore ap books. During wednesdays practice, pumphrey tore his right hamstring on running play with the scout team. The first day of philadelphia eagles training camp is in the books, and as expected, doug pederson had a light day to let his players knock off some of. Also steve young was a scout but never made eagle so he doesnt qualify.
With scouts at the senior bowl, the baltimore ravens are focused in on san diego state running back donnel pumphrey ravens courting san diego st. Donnel pumphrey is a very, very good running back and i know him personally. Jakepeavy tell me about donnel pumphrey san diego state backers check in. Eagles, giants, skins go the cowboys way to maximize qbs with free agency and the draft in books, its time to survey the nfc east. Scouts have been eyeing him before even when pumphrey was rb1. Sep 19, 2016 coming off backtoback 200yard games, san diego states donnel pumphrey has built a comfortable lead atop the national rushing chart. Overview pumphrey and ron dayne are now the top two rushers in fbs history, even though san diego states small and quick runner listed at 5foot9, 180 pounds couldnt be any different in style than the brutish former heisman trophy winner. Heres a positionbyposition look at the top players at each position in the 2017 nfl draft. Donnel pumphrey set the fbs career rushing record with 6,405 yards and is probably a parttime back. Philadelphia ap running back donnel pumphrey was among the. One of his players was caught using a cell phone in class again. San diego states donnel pumphrey is running out of the.