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NFL Draft: Halton's Stock Soars, Teams Jockey
15 Mar
Summary
- Oklahoma DT Gracen Halton impressed at combine with 4.82 40-yard dash.
- Five NFL teams showed interest, including both New York franchises.
- Halton could be drafted early on Day 2, impacting team picks.
Oklahoma defensive tackle Gracen Halton has significantly boosted his NFL draft prospects with a remarkable combine performance. Halton's athleticism was on full display, featuring a 4.82 40-yard dash and 25 bench press repetitions before tweaking a hamstring.
Halton's impressive marks included a 36.5-inch vertical jump, exceptional for a 293-pound lineman. He has met with multiple NFL teams, including the Denver Broncos, Tennessee Titans, New England Patriots, Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, and New York Giants, with the New York teams reportedly showing strong interest.
With his stock surging, Halton is projected to be a Day 2 pick, potentially in the early rounds. This projection poses a challenge for teams like the Vikings, Patriots, and Broncos, who hold later second-round picks. The Jets and Giants, however, possess earlier second-round selections, potentially giving them an advantage in securing the talented defensive tackle.
