Pro Timing Day at South Carolina Takes Place on Tuesday

Reporting live from the Long Family Football Operations Center at the University of South Carolina, where the excitement is palpable during the annual Pro Timing Day. Twenty-five former Gamecock football players showcased their talents in front of 68 NFL general managers, coaches, and scouts, representing all 32 NFL teams and two CFL organizations.

Among the participants were Kamaar Bell, Davis Beville, Dalevon Campbell, Terrell Dawkins, Gilber Edmond, Nick Emmanwori, O’Donnell Fortune, Tonka Hemingway, Alex Herrera, Alex Huntley, DeAndre Jules, Kyle Kennard, Demetrius Knight Jr., Kai Kroeger, Gage Larvadain, Vershon Lee, Bam Martin-Scott, Juju McDowell, Hunter Rogers, Raheim “Rocket” Sanders, T.J. Sanders, Joshua Simon, Torricelli Simpkins III, David Spaulding, and Debo Williams.

The action kicked off bright and early at 8 a.m., starting with physical measurements in the weight room. Players were assessed for height, weight, wingspan, arm and hand sizes. From there, the athletes moved on to a series of physical tests, including the vertical jump and bench press with 225 pounds.

Next up, the players showed off their agility and speed at the indoor practice facility, where they participated in the broad jump, 40-yard dash, short shuttle, and 3-cone drill. The day concluded with individual position drills, where the players had a chance to shine in their respective positions.

Among the standout performances, Gage Larvadain impressed with a remarkable 38 ½-inch vertical jump and a blazing 4.45-second 40-yard dash. Gilber Edmond made his mark in the broad jump with a 10-foot-8-inch leap. Debo Williams displayed impressive strength with 32 reps on the bench press, one more than Kamaar Bell. Meanwhile, Juju McDowell showcased his quickness with a 4.23-second shuttle and a 7.08-second 3-cone drill.

As the players continue to chase their NFL dreams, all eyes are now on the upcoming NFL Draft, set to take place in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from April 24-26.

Stay tuned for more updates as these former Gamecocks look to take their next step toward professional football!