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We spoke about my time at Purdue. That RB is A. J. Dillon who is currently on the Green Bay Packers roster. I always weighed more than the next kid. Using Bill Barnwell's calculation, this Combine 40 time gave him a Speed Score of 89.09. He chases down ball carriers sideline to sideline with speed. With his measurements, bench press and 20-yard shuttle run, he will see a boost in his ranking. Barnes is ranked 12th among all linebacker prospects in the 2021 draft by Bob McGinn's draft rankings in TheAthletic. The combine saw the stock of some players rise and for others, it fell. I agree with you. He ran 4.57/40 at his pro day. By the numbers: 6'0", 238 pounds. * Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson didn't complete 40-yard dashes at their pro days. Studying film as a pass rusher was very different than it was as an inside linebacker. Moore scored at an elite level in athleticism and scored below average for production. Moore also registered a 42.5" vertical leap. And today, the former Purdue linebacker was selected in the fourth round of 2021 NFL draft (113th overall) by Lions. Barnes was the senior leader for the Boilermakers this past fall, he was a small bright spot on an otherwise dreadful defense. Latest News, NFL Draft. 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Derrick Barnes ILB Purdue. Front multiplicity is all the rage when it comes to todays defenses. In closing, what kind of impact is Derrick Barnes going to make at the next level? I thought about it for a little bit and told myself that sometimes you have to take routes you didnt expect if you wanna get where you wanna go. An all-state running back in high school . I plan on being an impact player right off the bat. I had to be a leader out there. You can see the quick reading ability, maybe not as quick as later, but still you see the instincts. He is a little short for the position (just over 6 tall) so he is able to get great force behind his tackles when he gets in proper tackling form. 112, the Lions took Amon-Ra St. Brown, a receiver from USC, with the seventh pick in the fourth round to open Day 3.. Barnes is a senior from Covington, Kentucky, listed at 6 feet and 238 pounds. Detroit Lions Principal Owner and Chairman Sheila Ford Hamp announces Detroit's selection of Purdue linebacker Derrick . Additionally, here are the five fastest 40 times for each position group fromthe 2021 NFL pro days. Calvin . We took those things seriously in practice. [5] After the regular season, he was moved to the defensive end position going into 2018 Music City Bowl. Like any person of the millennial generation, Derrick Barnes needed to learn something quickly and found a needed tutorial on YouTube. As the distance is also known, we can calculate . DB: My first year there, we had a lot of seniors. He is quality player who is severely undervalued in the Draft community. He doesnt overreact to the RB pressing the hole. 1995 NFL Combine Results. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. It was great to be coached by the Miami Dolphins staff at practice. A 4 year starter at Purdue, Derrick Barnes was placed all over the field. JM: I love to hear that. 40 Low: 4.54 40 Time: 4.58 40 High: 4.65 > Projected Round: 6 Stock: Combine Results. It wasnt just football all the time. finding receivers in zone. He was already in the talks as a day 3 steal, then came his pro day. In his senior year, he rushed for 1,567 yards and scored 22 touchdowns; while on defense, he recorded 126 tackles (96 solos), four forced fumbles, and three interceptions, including three kick-off returns for touchdowns as well. Leads big defensive effort. With no true combine this year, his pro day may have moved him up to a round 3 selection. I was a playmaker at the defensive end position. That kind of production should easily translate to the pros and will be an instant upgrade for the Lions at the linebacker position. Detroit Lions (NFL), #55. 9 pick for the Cincinnati Bengals. This offseason, the likes of Anthony Schwartz, Rondale Mooreand Jaycee Horn will try to beat that record at their pro days. Click Here To Find Out How To Test. Even factoring in that the 40 wasn't at the Combine. The versatility was a big calling card, but finding where he fits best in the Detroit Lions defense is a question that stems from Barnes' broad skillset. He also snatched his first and only career interception in his final college season. Derrick Barnes, Linebacker As a senior at Purdue, Barnes recorded 54 total tackles, including 40 solo stops. Linebacker offseason roster: Alex Anzalone, Jamie Collins Sr., Shaun Dion Hamilton, Anthony Pittman, Jalen Reeves-Maybin, Jahlani Tavai, Jason Cabinda. Hesitates when facing running back Blocks while rushing the passer. I was known as an aggressive player (laughs). I played on the offense growing up. Draft Year: 2021. It was cool. 4.58 40-yard dash, 37 . Sign up for the Lions Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, Here are our picks for the best rookie performances from Week 1. Limited vision and is easily fooled by misdirection. Birthdate: May 29, 1999. Washed out and caught in traffic in the middle of the field. Barnes first saw him in that season opener back in 2017, when Jackson racked up 485 yards of total offense and threw for two touchdowns in a comeback win against Purdue. How did you develop into such a physical tackler? Player Rating. My sophomore year came quickly. The Lions drafted Barnes out of Purdue in the fourth round, at No. JM: You met with all 32 teams formally as you said. It was just something that came naturally to me. This last clip is of when Barnes was a young player in one of his first starts. Mock Draft Machine Beta Testing Has Begun! Possessing Derrick Henry-type size, Richardson set QB combine records in the vertical jump (40.5") and broad jump (10'9") while finishing fourth all time in the 40-yard dash (4.44). You'll now receive the top Lions Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. He has such a genuine passion about him. According to NFL draft scout Matt Miller, Derrick Barnes' arms measured 33 3/8 and he weighed in at 238lbs. MORE NFL DRAFT:SN's latest 2021 mock draft| Top 100big board. Derrick Barnes played all over the defense in his college career at Purdue. From Major Media Outlets to NFL Team Personnel. Many of those where high speed tackle attempts when he lost his footing trying to stop or slipped on a slick surface. 113 overall in the 2021 NFL draft on Saturday.. One pick earlier at No. To me, this seems a lot like when JaWhaun Bentley was drafted a few years ago. Kanon Catchings Receives 5 Star Rating from 24/7, The Brownsburg junior made a huge leap in the most recent rankings into the top 20, Freshman Lilly Stoddard Places Name into Transfer Portal, The 63 Freshman from Crown Point announced her intentions via Instagram after just 1 season with the Boilers, Purdue Football: Jalen Graham Combine Results. He isnt horrible at turning and running in coverage. The ability to close on the play being such a stout player makes Barnes a viable NFL player. Covington. JM: What was your experience like at this years Senior Bowl? which was cancelled, it still would be a fast time if adjusted. I give all the credit to the coaches that helped me along the way. That doesnt mean he is incapable of moving around and being sound in zone coverage like he does here. The fake sweep to the right is ignored by Barnes as he sees two receivers to the right and a RB sliding out to that same side. Showed edge rush ability as junior with 7.5 sacks and SL-to-SL speed playing off the ball this . He does show a slight problem in his technique as he will come in too hot to break down and make the tackle. With the performance that Rondale Moore showcased during his Pro Day, we could potentially see him jump up in the rankings. I want to make an immediate impact. Barnes could benefit from changing from linebacker to defensive end in the NFL. If you're looking for a prospect in this year's draft class that checks all of those boxes, Purdue's Derrick Barnes would have you look no further. The Jets could draft Barnes and use him on special teams while working him with C.J. Below is a tracker of the fastest players as quarterbacks, wide receivers, tight ends, running backs, offensive linemen, defensive linemen, linebackers and defensive backs run their 40s throughout the 2021 NFL offseason. . Mike Alstott. Wide receiver Rondale Moore and linebacker Derrick Barnes both made big strides at the Purdue Pro Day, improving their draft stocks. Derrick Barnes. Stats Gamelogs Splits Transactions. He is a very lean but muscular player who packs a wallop when he tackles. I wanna be one of those guys that come in and become a leader. Before the Purdue Pro Day, Derrick Barnes was the 323rd ranked overall prospect in the . In 2020 he was moved back to play as an inside linebacker for the 6 games Purdue played in 2020 making 54 tackles with 6 TFL. Derrick Barnes: Purdue: 4.57: Monty Rice: Georgia: 4.59: Nick Bolton: Missouri . According to ESPN draft analyst Jim Nagy, Purdue's Derrick Barnes is moving up NFL draft boards after a superb performance at the Senior Bowl. 1989 NFL Combine Results. Projected 40 Time: 4.8. I was around some of the top players in the nation. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. With a three man rush and Purdue dropping 8 there is little room to fit a pass in with a suspect QB pulling the trigger. Look . Every year in the lead-up to the NFL Draft, there is a fascination with the 40-yard dash of various prospects. 2020: 54 tackles (5.5 for loss), one pass broken up and one interception in six . Hes always been a role model of mine. I showed up on time every day and held guys accountable. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. One of fastest rising LB in 2021 draft is @BoilerFootball Derrick Barnes. This is near elite skills shown by a burly tough guy who can play multiple positions. . He is patient. The week went by slowly but it was a great experience. Top marks for 40-yard dash, bench press, other drills. Barnes enjoyed a breakout season rushing the passer in 2019, accounting for 7.5 sacks and 11 tackles for loss after working as more of an off-ball player in 2018. Check out the COLLEGEFOOTBALL scoreboard, box scores and game recaps. Tim Twentyman takes a look at five things to watch during the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. I think paid off with that extra time." Barnes certainly made good use of that time. Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes wants to address the backup quarterback position, and he could look to free agency, the draft or both to do so. You said it best, my role evolved over the years. It was a blessing to even be there. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! I think he's a plug-and-play linebacker because he's so physical and mean.". Purdue Boilermakers wide receiver Rondale Moore registered an unofficial 40-yard dash time of 4.29. Going back to when I was younger, I played some running back. Barnes' 40 was 4.57 seconds, vertical 37 inches, shuttle 4.32 seconds and bench press was 29 reps at 225 pounds. If you are interested in learning more or want to have a dialog how using ANSYS tools could bring you the competitive edge please reach out to me at 847-745-5377 or derrick.hesser@ansys.com. You must have developed a special level of trust with the coaching staff at Purdue for them to ask you to play a different role on a yearly basis. It taught me discipline. Barnes ran an official 40-yard dash time of 4.57 and registered 29 repetitions on the 225lbs bench press. - Two-star recruit. His 4.58 40-yard dash time makes him the fastest linebacker on Detroit's roster, and his ability to play on the edge or drop back into coverage could make him a useful defender in whichever defensive schemes the . ILB. The one knock on Barnes is he has tight hips. Senior. But hey, Ross still holds the NFL Combine record for the 40-yard dash, so he'll always have that. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. (The tables will be updated as 40 times are recorded over the weeks leading up to the draft.). Derrick Barnes, a Purdue University Boilermakers linebacker and former Holy Cross High School standout, was selected by the Detroit Lions in the fourth round - 113th overall - of the 2021 NFL . '21 - Derrick Barnes, Purdue 10. Stats: Four-year player, 43 games. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. In four seasons with the Boilermakers, Barnes posted 225 total tackles and 10.5 sacks in 43 games. Aiming to run the 4-yard dash in 4.5 seconds, Barnes posted an unofficial 4.58-second 40 time. 113. Kenny Young ILB UCLA, 2018. HT 6003WT 238Hand 9 6/8Arm 33 3/8 Wing 81 3/840-yard 4.57 (NFL ) VJ 37.0BJ 9-11BP 29 pic.twitter.com/QqaDRCZH9S. I was so glad that I could play that role at Purdue. I have the potential to reach the ball-carrier and to drop in coverage. As such, 40 times are a big-time topic of conversation every year during the NFL Combine. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news. Derrick Barnes had an up-close view of some of Lamar Jackson's greatest exploits four years ago. 1996 NFL Combine Results. All Rights Reserved. Now that the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine is over, it is time for another mock draft. 1991 NFL Combine Results. HT 6003 WT 238 Hand 9 6/8 Arm 33 3/8 Wing 81 3/8 40-yard 4.57 (NFL ) VJ 37 . Sign up to receive all the latest news and annoucements. Barnes spent his time at Purdue playing as both an off-ball linebacker and on the edge, and was incredibly productive at both positions. Past Rankings Listed Out. Barnes ran an official 40-yard dash time of 4.57 and registered 29 repetitions on the 225lbs bench press. Linebacker/Edge Rusher Derrick Barnes is a fan favorite in West Lafayette and soon will be for someones NFL Team. Mosely. You never know what could happen. Mike O'Hara's take: I thought linebacker was a priority position to fill in this draft and would not have been disappointed if the Lions had drafted Micah Parsons. Two year starter, Covington, KY. A versatile player who has been an inside linebacker and edge rusher. They also have Julian Okwara and Robert McCray, who are listed at defensive end but play more like pass-rushing linebackers. Here we track how a given prospect has done in our positional rankings over the last 12 months or so. A look back at some of the top plays and moments by Purdue Boilermaker linebacker Derrick Barnes. OLB/EDGE. The league decided not to host one this year due to concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It was all very cool. I wasnt going to play inside linebacker anymore. Defensive backs. Barnes is the 25th ranked linebacker prospect in the draft. Earlier, you mentioned that you see yourself as an inside linebacker because of your ability to play physical. That means we will see a shakeup in projections. I have a great respect for the way he approached the game. Barnes is a terrific blitzer from his time as a defensive end and could immediately . This game has made me who I am today as a man. The NFL Next Gen Stats gave Rondale Moore an overall score of 84. [6] He stayed as a pass rusher during his junior season and finished the year tied for the second most sacks on the team with 7.5 along with 11.0 tackles for loss. If youre looking for a prospect in this years draft class that checks all of those boxes, Purdues Derrick Barnes would have you look no further. I watch a lot of his motivational speeches. Derrick Barnes - Linebacker, Purdue. Derrick Barnes, LB School: Purdue | Conference: Big Ten College Experience: Senior | Age: 21 Height / Weight: 6'0" / 238 lbs Projected Draft Status: 5th-7th Round Player Comparison: Jon Bostic C. That does not take away from his attributes. Ive really appreciated your time today. Ive always been tough and physical. Mosley he will be even more ready to become a quality contributor on the defense. Watch highlights of Derrick Barnes from his college career at Purdue.Subscribe to the Lions YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2OABzdxMore Lions NFL Action: https://. Does not possess elite quickness. W 40 - 14: 1: 1: 2: 1: 0: 0: 0: 0: 14: Vikings: W 34 - 23: 15 @Jets: W 20 - 17 . Below are the 20 fastest unofficial 40-yard dash times recorded during the 2021 NFL pro day circuit. The Purdue linebacker posted a 37" vertical jump and a 9"11 broad jump. The Detroit Lions traded up to pick Derrick Barnes, a linebacker from Purdue, at No. In 2019 he was moved to an edge rusher making 8 sacks and 11 TFL in 12 games. Itis beauty in a savage way. It was great to get a chance to sit down in front of all 32 teams and express myself. Clocking a fast 40-yard dash doesn't guarantee that you'll have a successful NFL career. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Prior to the addition of Barnes, the linebacker depth chart was projected to have Anzalone as the MIKE with Collins and Tavai on the outside. This next play is where Barnes shows his true value as a hard nosed run stuffer that makes the offense one dimensional. . Some (blockers) will knock him down because he's not very tall. This is a nice play by Barnes because he reads the play and take the appropriate action to set himself up for success. He is an absolute terror on the inside and will only get better with experience. While Barnes was growing up there, Elkhart had a population of approximately 32,000 to 35,000 people. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. When you watch Barnes on this play like many, he seems to be the fastest player on the field, but of course he is not. . Pick: Round 4, pick 113 overall, one pick after the Lions had taken WR Amon-Ra St. Brown of USC. The event will likely be back next year, but with the event canceled, the 40-yard dash hasn't been on center stage as much as it has been in the past. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Cornerback is a position of need for the Detroit Lions, and the 2023 draft class is talented and deep at the position. I had a chance to meet with all 32 teams.
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