'11 GA DE Stephon Tuitt (Signed Notre Dame LOI)

[woolybug25]

Prospects with most riding on scouting combine - 2014 NFL Draft - ESPN

I wonder if the "tape not stacking up" is referring to last year specifically. Because the year before, he had 12 sacks and long 77 yard fumble recovery for a TD. His tape from '12 is fantastic.

 

[Sherm Sticky]

I wonder if the "tape not stacking up" is referring to last year specifically. Because the year before, he had 12 sacks and long 77 yard fumble recovery for a TD. His tape from '12 is fantastic.

I just think they are saying his tape is wildly inconsistent. Even 2012 he was inconsistent at times, i.e. Michigan game.

 

[ThePiombino]

Anyone else think he gets drafted by a 4-3 base team and gets moved inside?

 

[ResLife Hero]

Anyone else think he gets drafted by a 4-3 base team and gets moved inside?

Yes, and I think he could be a monster there.

 

[GoldenToTheGrave]

Yes, and I think he could be a monster there.

I don't know if he has the burst to be an elite one-gapper. IMO his value is that he has the strength and length to control a tackle--critical for two-gapping. When he was giving us good pass rush, it's because he controlled the tackle enough to do this while power rushing the edge.

He would be a good one-gapper but is better suited for two-gapping IMO.

 

[GBdomer]

Has a foot fracture and won't participate in the combine

 

[BGIF]

Is this out of the blue or something from the season?

 

[BGIF]

Notre Dame's Stephon Tuitt not cleared for combine - NFL.com



Notre Dame's Stephon Tuitt not cleared for combine

By Daniel Jeremiah
NFL Media analyst
Published: Feb. 24, 2014 at 12:09 a.m. Updated: Feb. 24, 2014 at 12:26 a.m.

Notre Dame's Stephon Tuitt, one of the top pass-rushing prospects in this year's NFL draft, will not work out at Monday's NFL Scouting Combine because of a small fracture in his left foot, according to a source familiar with the situation.

A second source confirmed that Tuitt was not medically cleared to participate. The injury -- a Jones fracture -- was revealed in a scan administered at the combine.

Tuitt plans to undergo surgery on his foot in about a week, the first source said, and is expected to fully recover in 6-8 weeks. He might try to schedule a pro day for NFL scouts before his surgery.

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Report: Fracture ends Notre Dame end Tuitt's NFL Combine experience - South Bend Tribune: Football

 

[rtrn2glory]

unfortunately, this may start to raise questions about the longevity of tuitt and his ability to stay healthy.

tough break for the kid no pun intended...likely drops him into the 2nd round at best and depending on how others at his position improve over the next few months....maybe the 3rd

 

[Irish#1]

It's an unfortunate circumstance for him. Must not be hindering him since he may try to schedule a pro day before surgery. I wondering if he's been experiencing much pain?

 

[Pachuco]

Forgive me for asking, but is it possible for him to return to ND?

I don't think it would actually happen, but I wonder about NCAA rules and such.

 

[T Town Tommy]

Hate this for Tuitt. Hopefully he heals in time to show off his skills. Wish the best for him.

 

[Sherm Sticky]

Damn that sucks!

 

[RDU Irish]

Makes me wonder how long he as had it. Good to see his weight at 304 and impressive 31 BP reps, top tier for DL, with his 35" arms that is some tough sh!t.

 

[BeauBenken]

A killer 40 could have really solidified a high spot for him.

 

[md_bennett]

While I hate it for him, and it almost assures that he drops into the second, maybe I can get to see him play in Jacksonville now - we could use a pass rusher something awful.

 

[dublinirish]

Jags should spend all their high picks on pass rushers IMO. Three in three rounds if necessary

 

[irish1958]

Do to the poor blood supply to this area of the foot, this is a fracture that his a higher rate of nonunion and/or a more prolonged course to heal. Bummer

 

[BGIF]

Forgive me for asking, but is it possible for him to return to ND?

I don't think it would actually happen, but I wonder about NCAA rules and such.

No.

If I recall correctly, a student athlete with eligibility remaining can declare for the draft and later withdraw and return to his school team providing he did not sign with an agent. Tuitt signed with CAA in January.


CAA Sports Signs Linemen Stephon Tuitt And Taylor Lewan

 

[Ironman8]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Pro day went really well. Thank God</p>— stephon tuitt (@DOCnation_7) <a href="https://twitter.com/DOCnation_7/statuses/439495349561212931">February 28, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Irish Man3]

Good. Would love to see him get drafted high and do well. Shows elite defensive lineman that we can take a good player out of high school and make him a better player coming out of college.

Havent been able to say that with past coaching staffs.

 

[ResLife Hero]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Pro day went really well. Thank God</p>— stephon tuitt (@DOCnation_7) <a href="https://twitter.com/DOCnation_7/statuses/439495349561212931">February 28, 2014</a></blockquote>
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I thought pro day was March 20 or something like that.

 

[CanadalovesND]

I thought pro day was March 20 or something like that.

He held a private pro day at Lovett High School in Georgia.

 

[Irish#1]

He held a private pro day at Lovett High School in Georgia.

I'm guessing so he could get his foot taken care of asap.

 

[zelezo vlk]

Does anyone know how he did?

 

[FLDomer]

Does anyone know how he did?

Per Tuitt, "really well"

 

[Sherm Sticky]

I'm guessing so he could get his foot taken care of asap.

Exactly. H was shooting for March 6th at Notre Dame, but I guess that couldn't be accommodated.

 

[gkIrish]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Ran a 4.8 at pro day at 303</p>— stephon tuitt (@DOCnation_7) <a href="https://twitter.com/DOCnation_7/statuses/439501681311891456">February 28, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Luckylucci]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Ran a 4.8 at pro day at 303</p>— stephon tuitt (@DOCnation_7) <a href="https://twitter.com/DOCnation_7/statuses/439501681311891456">February 28, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Thats really good for 300+.

 

[Grahambo]

Would like to know what his 10 yard split is.