The 2021 NFL Draft is finally upon us. The first round kicks off on Thursday and may feature some Georgia Bulldogs. Several UGA defenders are believed to be in the mix to hear their name called early, among them is corner back Tyson Campbell.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reacted to fellow analyst Tom Pelissero’s list of six potential first round picks, which included Campbell and another Georgia corner back, Eric Stokes.
Lot of interesting names here. Sounds like #Georgia CB Tyson Campbell has a good chance of going in 1. UNC RB Javonte Williams is fascinating, as well. He has a shot to go on Thursday. https://t.co/JNfIqFRKj1
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 27, 2021
Pelissero mentions that both Campbell and Stokes are high on most draft boards because of the duo’s blazing forty times during Georgia’s pro day in March. Campbell ran a 4.36, and Stokes, a 4.29.
“If there’s a run, both could go in the first,” one GM said. “I think Campbell has a little more upside. Stokes is a little closer to playing (immediately).”
The ‘run’ referred to depends on where the perceived top-corners go. South Carolina’s Jaycee Horn and Alabama’s Patrick Surtain are thought to be the top two guys at the position.
That said, when the draft comes around, we never know what exactly could happen. With Campbell and Stokes’ talent, there is a chance both will be off the board on Thursday.
