TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama could have as many as five first-round picks in this year’s NFL Draft which begins with the first round at 7 p.m. CT Thursday night. Live coverage of the draft will be aired on ESPN, ESPN2 and the NFL Network.
Former Alabama defensive end Jonathan Allen and offensive tackle Cam Robinson are expected in attendance at the draft, as is Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban. The draft will be held in Philadelphia, which hosted the inaugural NFL Draft in 1936.
Here is everything you need to know heading into the draft:
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WHEN
Round 1: 7 p.m. CT, Thursday
Rounds 2-3: 6 p.m. CT, Friday, April 28
Rounds 4-7: 11 a.m. CT, Saturday, April 29
RIVALS MOCK DRAFTS
Here is the latest mock draft from Rivals draft analyst Mike Farell:
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TOP ALABAMA PROSPECTS
Jonathan Allen, DL, 6-3, 286 pounds
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 5.00 seconds
Bench press: 21 reps
Vertical jump: 30 inches
Broad jump: 108 inches
Three-cone drill: 7.49 seconds
20-yard shuttle: 4.50 seconds
What they're saying: Outstanding leader and athlete with an ability to rush the passer from outside or inside. Has produced against the run and pass thanks to his strength, agility, elite hand usage, and plus footwork. He might not be the cleanest fit inside as a full-time tackle for some teams, but his talent should trump any size concerns. Allen is a likely first-round selection with Pro Bowl potential down the road. — Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
Reuben Foster, ILB, 6-0, 229 pounds
What they're saying: Arguably the best pure football player in the class, Foster is an impact defender who owns the physicality and power to hold up in tight quarters and the range to cover sideline to sideline. An explosive hitter and underrated blitzer, he is a three-down player. — Todd McShay, ESPN.com
O.J. Howard, TE, 6-6, 251 pounds
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 4.51 seconds
Bench press: 22 reps
Vertical jump: 30 inches
Broad jump: 121 inches
Three-cone drill: 6.85 seconds
20-yard shuttle: 4.16 seconds
60-yard shuttle: 11:46 seconds
What they're saying: Howard could be a top-five pick. He stood out at Senior Bowl practices and had a great combine, including a 4.51 40 at 6-6, 251 pounds. Howard wasn't a prolific pass-catcher at Alabama, including only 37 catches last season, but he has all the tools that scouts look for in an NFL tight end. He can stretch the deep middle of the field and become a more dynamic weapon. He could be a playmaker in the NFL. Three of his seven career touchdowns came in national title games.— Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN.com
Cam Robinson, OL, 6-6, 322 pounds
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 5.15 seconds
Vertical jump: 26 inches
Broad jump: 106 inches
Three-cone drill: 7.81 seconds
20-yard shuttle: 4.82 seconds
What they're saying: Robinson is a powerful run-blocker with the length and flexibility to develop into an above-average pass-blocker with improved footwork. He's expected to push for a starting role, though he might have to move to right tackle or guard early in his career. — Todd McShay, ESPN.com.
Marlon Humphrey, CB, 6-0, 197 pounds
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 4.41 seconds
Bench press: 10 reps
Broad jump: 125 inches
Three-cone drill: 6. 75 seconds
What they're saying: Humphrey played a big role on a very good Alabama defense, but will face some questions as he transitions to the next level. He has the size and length to play press coverage, but he loses far too often at the catch point, particularly down the field. Humphrey’s best work often comes in zone coverage and he may be able to help a team as a safety. Despite the question marks, make no mistake about it, if Humphrey lands at the right spot, he can be a very good player in the NFL. — Pro Football Focus
Dalvin Tomlinson, DT, 6-3, 310 pounds
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 5.19 seconds
Vertical jump: 27 inches
Broad jump: 110 inches
Three-cone drill: 7.68 seconds
20-yard shuttle: 4.59 seconds
What they're saying: Tomlinson has the size, strength and instincts to develop into an effective nose tackle or 3-4 defensive end who can help bolster a run defense. He's not much of a pass-rusher though. Also, there are medical concerns stemming from knee injuries earlier in his career. — Todd McShay, ESPN.com
Ryan Anderson, OLB, 6-2, 253 pounds
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 4.78 seconds
What they're saying: Well-schooled with a high football IQ and a history as a winner. His disciplined, assignment-based approach to the game should resonate with defensive coordinators. Lack of length and average athletic traits could put a cap on his draft stock, but he should be a safe pick and a long-time starter as an outside linebacker. —Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
Tim Williams, OLB, 6-3, 244
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 4.68 seconds
Vertical jump: 33.5 inches
Broad jump: 124 inches
Three-cone drill: 7.36 seconds
20-yard shuttle: 4.57 seconds
What they're saying: Williams is something of a gamble given how few snaps he has played throughout his college career, meaning there is ultimately more projection than other prospects on the edge. Worst case scenario, though, he can be a pass-rushing specialist and should cause opposing offenses problems from day one. — Pro Football Focus
ArDarius Stewart, WR, 5-1, 204 pounds
COMBINE RESULTS
40-yard dash: 4.49 seconds
Vertical jump: 34 inches
Broad jump: 124 inches
What they're saying: Stewart is a tough competitor with the burst, determination and top-end speed to produce after the catch and potentially return kickoffs in the NFL. He's a natural pass-catcher who has above-average body control and good length for his frame. — Todd McShay, ESPN.com
