2017 NFL Draft: 10 Offensive Players Who Won or Lost At Combine

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Mar 4, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer has the speed of his throw timed on a radar gun during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

The scouting combine is one of the most decisive events that will determine the final pecking order of the 2017 NFL draft.

Stocks have often been launched into the stratosphere or blown up on the launch pad by performance on that domed turf in Indianapolis. This year won’t be any exception. The offensive players have completed their work and there were plenty of surprised to say the least. Going through every position group, here is a breakdown of the names that helped and hurt themselves the most.

Up: Joshua Dobbs (QB, Tennessee)

Ever since the Senior Bowl teams have begun to appreciate the possibilities of Joshua Dobbs. Though still raw as a quarterback, his mix of size, athleticism, arm strength and intelligence were hard to miss. If he could turn in a strong workout, he might give his stock a huge boost. He delivered. Not only did he run well with a 4.64 in the 40, he also threw with solid accuracy throughout most of the drills. He seemed calm, poised and confident.

Down: Deshone Kizer (QB, Notre Dame)

For a guy considered the most talented and pro-ready quarterback in the draft, Deshone Kizer certainly didn’t perform that way. Given his talent he was rather average during the run and jumping test. Things only got worse from there. It was clear he was trying too hard during the passing drills. Several of his throws came out off target. Some sailed high, others went wide or into the ground at receivers feet. Teams tend to shy away from QBs with accuracy concerns.

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