A former Alabama defensive lineman is making a statement to NFL scouts at the Reese’s Senior Bowl.
Justin Eboigbe, a native Georgian, sees an opportunity to increase his draft value. He’s been working offensive linemen at Whitney Hancock Stadium (Mobile, Ala.) showing professional teams his skills. The 6-foot-4, 292-pounder looks like one of the best interior linemen on defense in this year’s draft class. Eboigbe won 1-on-1 matchups against 300+ pound offensive linemen with his push-pull-swim in practices. He threw guys around in drills to attack the coach working the station as the quarterback.
— Justin Eboigbe (@JustinEboigbe) January 31, 2024
Alabama’s Justin Eboigbe executing the push-pull-swim at the Senior Bowl. He’s one of the best IDLs in this NFL Draft class. pic.twitter.com/z5t6VY9ZNX
— Bobby Football (@Rob__Paul) January 31, 2024
Eboigbe turned in production in multiple ways last season for Alabama.
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He came back for a fifth year after missing much of the 2022 season with a neck/spine injury. The former four-star recorded 64 total tackles, 11.5 tackles for loss, seven sacks, four quarterback hurries, and a pass breakup. Eboigbe pushed the Crimson Tide’s defense to a Southeastern Conference Championship and the College Football Playoff. He projects as a day two selection, but Eboigbe is pushing to come off the board in the second round. He would be a steal for a team needed an experienced lineman.
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