2015 NFL Combine: Outside Linebackers to Watch

Sep 6, 2014; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers defensive end Eli Harold (7) scores a touchdown after recovering a fumble against the Richmond Spiders in the third quarter at Scott Stadium. The Cavaliers won 45-13. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

2015 NFL Scouting Combine:   2/17/15 – 2/23/15 – NFL Network

Linebackers – Work out on 2/22/15

5.  Eli Harold, OLB – Virginia (6-4, 250) Projected Round – 1st-2nd.  Harold is on the edge of the first and second round, so a good performance at the combine could solidify him as a first round pick.  He’s very athletic as he played wide receiver in high school.  Harold could turn into a great pass rusher but still needs time to develop.

What to Watch for?  His bench press reps.  One thing that Harold will need to show is that he’s strong enough to battle NFL offensive linemen.  A good number of reps on the bench press can go a long way in showing his strength has improved over when he was at Virginia.