College teams with most 2023 NFL Combine invitees
Many programs will be represented at the 2023 NFL Combine, but a select few schools will send many top-level talents to the event.
The 2023 NFL Combine will take place from Feb. 28 to March 6 in Indianapolis per usual, and these schools are ready for their prospects to set the world on fire. Here are the college teams with the most invites for this week.
Alabama Crimson Tide (13)
The Crimson Tide are sending the most players to the 2023 NFL Combine, which comes as a surprise to nobody. Alabama could see two of their players picked at the very top of the draft, with Bryce Young and Will Anderson to be highly sought-after by NFL franchises.
In addition to the two Alabama stars, here are the other Alabama players that received invites to the combine: Jordan Battle (DB), Brian Branch (DB), DJ Dale (DL), Emil Ekiyor Jr. (OL), Jahmyr Gibbs (RB), DeMarcco Hellams (DB), Cameron Latu (TE), Eli Ricks (DB), Tyler Steen (OL), Henry To’oTo’o (LB), Byron Young (DL).
Georgia Bulldogs (12)
After setting records at the 2022 NFL Draft and following it up with another title, the Bulldogs will send 12 players to the Combine. Everyone wants a piece of the monster Kirby Smart has built. Georgia defensive leader Jalen Carter likely won’t have to wait long to hear his name called in April, but he isn’t working out this week, instead choosing to focus on interviews.
Here’s who will join Carter as Bulldogs invited to the 2023 NFL Combine: Robert Beal Jr. (DL), Stetson Bennett (QB), Kearis Jackson (WR), Broderick Jones (OL), Warren McClendon (OL), Kenny McIntosh (RB), Jack Podlesny (K), Kelee Ringo (DB), Christopher Smith II (DB), Nolan Smith (DL), Darnell Washington (TE).
LSU Tigers (9)
Brian Kelly enjoyed a tremendous first season in Baton Rouge, and nine of his players will look to accomplish their NFL dream after laying the groundwork for future success. They’ll specifically enjoy some attention at the wide receiver position this week, as Kayshon Boutte and Jaray Jenkins will look to up their stock.
Joining the wide receivers as LSU’s Combine contingent: Micah Baskerville (LB), Anthony Bradford (OL), Mekhi Garner (DB), Ali Gaye (DL), BJ Ojulari (LB), Jaquelin Roy (DL), Jay Ward (DB).
Florida Gators (9)
Florida is the fourth SEC squad to send nine players or more to the Combine. Despite a disappointing season, they have a myriad of NFL talent as always. Expect quarterback Anthony Richardson to have almost the whole league watching how he performs in his showcase.
Richardson will be joined by: Brenton Cox (DL), Trey Dean (DB), Gervon Dexter (DL), Richard Gouraige (OL), Ventrell Miller (LB), Justin Shorter (WR), O’Cyrus Torrence (OL), Rashad Torrence II (DB).
Jim Harbaugh has brought Michigan to back-to-back Big Ten titles, and now the Wolverines have become one of the best places to take your talents if you’re looking to get to the league. Someone like Wolverines defensive lineman Mazi Smith was built for the Combine, and could raise his stock.
Continued list of Michigan 2023 NFL Combine invites: Ronnie Bell (WR), Ryan Hayes (OL), Jake Moody (K), Mike Morris (DL), Olu Oluwatimi (OL), Brad Robbins (P), Luke Schoonmaker (TE), DJ Turner II (DB).
TCU Horned Frogs (9)
The Horned Frogs enjoyed a Cinderella 2022, and now their players will take the lessons imposed by Sonny Dykes and his coaching staff into the rest of their careers. One of those is Heisman runner-up Max Duggan, who will be in attendance, joined by potential first round wide receiver Quentin Johnston.
Continued list of TCU 2023 NFL Combine invites: Alan Ali (OL), Steve Avila (OL), Derius Davis (WR) Tre’Vius Hodges-Tomlinson (DB), Dylan Horton (DL), Kendre Miller (RB), Dee Winters (LB).
Clemson Tigers (8)
Of course Dabo Swinney‘s Tigers are on the list. Clemson has become a reliable source of NFL talent, and they lead the ACC in 2023 NFL Combine invites. Defenders Bryan Bresee, Myles Murphy and Trenton Simpson all have first round potential, and will hope to prove their worth to multiple NFL franchises.
Continued list of Clemson 2023 NFL Combine invites: Davis Allen (TE), KJ Henry (DL), Jordan McFadden (OL), Joseph Ngata (WR), B.T. Potter (K).
Maybe the biggest surprise on the list, but Maryland boasted a terrific offense last season, and players like Dontay Demus Jr. have caught the eye of the league. The Terrapins are on the rise.
Continued list of Maryland 2023 NFL Combine invites: Deonte Banks (DB), Jakorian Bennett (DB), Jacob Copeland (WR), Jaelyn Duncan (OL), Rakim Jarrett (WR), Chad Ryland (K).
The Buckeyes will be a hot name at the top of the 2023 NFL Draft due to quarterback CJ Stroud, but they have a solid group of talent attending the Combine, with players like offensive lineman Paris Johnson Jr. and wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba joining their quarterback.
Continued list of Ohio State 2023 NFL Combine invites: Cam Brown (DB), Zach Harrison (DL), Ronnie Hickman Jr. (DB), Dawand Jones (OL), Luke Wypler (OL).
Oklahoma Sooners (7)
It wasn’t a season to remember in Brent Venables‘ first year on the job, but the Sooners will still send a solid seven players to Indianapolis. Among their group is running back Eric Gray, wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. and tight end Brayden Willis.
Continued list of Oklahoma 2023 NFL Combine invites: Anton Harrison (OL), Wanya Morris (OL), Jalen Redmond (DL), Michael Turk (P).
Penn State’s contingent includes star defensive back Joey Porter Jr., who’s projected to be a top selection come April. Additionally, Nittany Lions offensive lineman Juice Scruggs is someone who can up their stock this week in a big way with a solid performance.
Continued list of Penn State 2023 NFL Combine invites: Ji’Ayir Brown (DB), PJ Mustipher (DL), Brenton Strange, (TE), Mitchell Tinsley (WR), Parker Washington (WR).
Tennessee’s rise was well documented throughout the 2022 season, and Josh Heupel will look to prove it was no fluke moving forward. Regardless, players like quarterback Hendon Hooker and wide receiver Jalin Hyatt are taking their talents to the league, where their services will be in high demand after proving themselves more than capable in Knoxville.
Continued list of Tennessee 2023 NFL Combine invites: Jeremy Banks (LB), Paxton Brooks (P), Cedric Tillman, (WR), Darnell Wright (OL), Byron Young (DL).