The 2023 NFL Combine is coming to a close and the last remaining Aggie to participate is Devon Achane. Saturday, March 5th kicked off the media interviews for the running backs where he was asked a variety of questions from what teams have shown interest to his 40-time predictions.
Given that I follow the Dallas Cowboys very closely, I was pleased to hear they are showing interest in the elite speedster, and it was confirmed that he had a formal interview this the team. It also seems that the only NFC East team he’s spoken to so far has been the Cowboys.
RB Devon Achane confirms he has NOT spoken to the #Eagles but has spoken to the #Cowboys so far @AATBirds @AATSports_ #NFLCOMBINE2023 pic.twitter.com/rDLZQQPSVA
— Joe Castro (@PhillyPhillyTP) March 4, 2023
Achane also discussed the issue some teams might have with his size. See below what he had to say about it.
“My size doesn’t mean anything, I have been good in my career this far. I do break a lot of tackles I’m not the type to just .. to take any head on tackles. I feel like I have the natural ability to avoid tackles and that’s something I’m very very good at”
Another intriguing aspect of his game is his versatility. In an effort to show off his hands, he will take part in the wide receiver drills. He already has plenty of tape on him in the backfield and returning kicks, so if he can run some good routes and prove his catching ability teams will now have the option of putting him in the slot.
Texas A&M RB Devon Achane said he’s going to do some WR drills on Sunday to show that he catch the ball well. As a guy with track background, he is looking forward to running the 40 as well. pic.twitter.com/huTVOZ1Q1L
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) March 4, 2023
The most anticipated test will be his 40-yard dash time. He’s mentioned a few times before the combine started that he wanted to have the fastest time this year and make a run at the record set by John Ross (4.22). When asked here…
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