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The University of Utah Athletics
#UtesintheNFL Rookie Update
6/2/2015 12:00 AM | Football
June 2, 2015
Seven former Utah football players who were either selected in the 2015 NFL Draft or who signed pro contracts soon after recently got their first taste of playing with the respective new teams. Here is an update on the former Utes ...
Eric Rowe
CB/S
Philadelphia Eagles
According to 247sports.com, "none of the five defensive players the Eagles drafted has a better chance to make a major impact as a rookie than Eric Rowe." He was also praised for his athleticism and versatility.
You'll understand why the Philadelphia Eagles traded up for this defensive back http://t.co/pJ6L4R026x
-- Eagles247 (@NFL_Eagles247) June 1, 2015
Nate Orchard
DE/LB
Cleveland Browns
Nate Orchard was picked by CBSSports.com's Rob Rang as the best fit for the Cleveland Browns in the 2015 NFL Draft. As a pass rusher, he is said to have a quick burst to cross the face of the tackles along with a counter move back to the inside to go with the best use of hands in this rookie class.
Dead last vs run (& 27th in sacks) last yr, the #Browns made Front 7 a priority. Which rookie is team's best "fit?" http://t.co/1duFTHcGUF
-- Rob Rang (@RobRang) May 27, 2015
Jeremiah Poutasi
OL
Tennessee Titans
ESPN's Tennessee Titans' reporter Paul Kuharsky looks to Jeremiah Poutasi as a key component in Tennessee's offensive line this season at right tackle.
While Mariota/DGB/Cobb draw attention, don't sleep on @_official_73 http://t.co/ddQmzq9qkQ #Titans
-- Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) May 20, 2015
Kaelin Clay
R/WR
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Kaelin Clay reportedly is in contention to step in as a rookie to be Tampa Bay's kick returner.
He's a great young man, he really is. And you guys know [Tampa Bay head coach] Lovie [Smith], that's very important [to him], character. So when he steps in, he's bringing high character," Tampa Bay special teams coordinator Kevin O'Dea said.
At this point, many believe former @Utah_Football WR Kaelin Clay is a top contender for the Bucs kick returner job - http://t.co/BpE3HcZhRe
-- JennaLaineBucs (@JennaLaineBucs) May 26, 2015
Dres Anderson WR
San Francisco 49ers
Wide receiver Dres Anderson's "change of pace and agility" is what helped him stretch plays at Utah according to SI.com's goldengatesports.com. It was also mentioned that Anderson would have an opportunity to make an impact on special teams as a return man.
Dres Anderson is one player who could open some eyes in training camp with the #49ers
http://t.co/Y4IaV8Ctmm pic.twitter.com/0Yb85nXUHf
-- Golden Gate Sports (@goldenbaysports) May 30, 2015
Brian Blechen
S
Carolina Panthers #UtesintheNFL Rookie Mini-Camp Update Seven former Utes in rookie mini-camps and OTAs this spring.
Brian Blechen recently completed rookie mini-camp with the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte. He was assigned jersey number 50.
Good to see @7sportsgroup and former @Utah_Football LB Brian Blechen making plays for @Panthers already. pic.twitter.com/N9QLDfdS1Z
-- Evan Brennan (@brennansports) May 22, 2015
Jacoby Hale LB Oakland Raiders
Linebacker Jacoby Hale was in the Bay Area to participate in rookie mini-camp with the Oakland Raiders. He will wear jersey number 56 for the Raiders.
#Raiders LB Jacoby Hale will wear number 56 pic.twitter.com/HPIMSVB8ZJ
-- NFL Uniform Numbers (@Uni_Numbers) May 10, 2015
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