NFL Draft: Top 25 prospects from the Big 12

Jalen Hurd began his college career with the Tennessee Volunteers where he primarily played running back and eclipsed the 1,000-yard rushing mark in his sophomore season. Following a transfer to Baylor University, Hurd was primarily utilized as a receiver in his senior season, though he also took carries out of the backfield for the Bears.

As a big-framed slot receiver (6-foot-4, 217 pounds), Hurd caught 69 passes for 946 yards and four touchdowns in 2018. Still learning receiving techniques and route running, Hurd enters the draft as a project with sky-high upside. Hurd’s versatility will intrigue NFL teams most, especially if he can sharpen his receiving methods. Already an excellent runner after making a catch, he will give teams a weapon to use in open space on screens and jet sweeps.

Hurd did undergo knee surgery in December which kept him out of Baylor’s bowl game and the Senior Bowl. As a player who would likely really show out at the combine, Hurd would be remiss if he isn’t health enough to participate. Currently, Hurd is projected to be selected in a mid-round come the draft in April.