For defensive linemen, teams will look at their 10-yard split to see how quickly they can get off the starting line. Prevents them from lunging even with a decent stride. The game is too dangerous: Perfect Game scouts assign a PG grade to all players that are evaluated at a PG Showcase. We go grab dinners every once in a while, especially when we're on the road. He ran the 60 yards and was the fastest guy in the group. He gets on the toe of his back foot extremely early. George Springer and Josh Reddick (ha!) Last year, Altuve put himself in a very bad position to hit anything on the outer third, especially if it had break. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reports that the Dallas Cowboys plan to place franchise tag on Cowboys running back Tony Pollard if no long-term deal is reached. This is a free article. Check out his run, here: 4.27u @UMichFootball DB DJ Turner II is turning heads.: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/qm1YCrVoWX. Florida State Seminoles safety Jammie Robinson runs the 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. He can pinpoint where he wants to hit it. He hit 15 homers in 2015 and 24 in each of the past two seasons. In order to receive a PG Grade, players must attend a Showcase to complete their full evaluation. I think that is where the concept of "getting the front foot down early" comes from. We discuss Florida QB Anthony Richardsons results from the 2023 NFL Combine. There is a point in his swing where both feet are touching the ground with only their toes. In high school, Straw ran a 4.4 40-yard dash. His new leg lift erases the problems from his prior stride. Altuve starts his when the picture turns over his throwing arm. I would guess it depends on the hitters ability and the pitchers velocity. Thats not specifically why I love him. "You're a cheater!" the crowd heckled. He kept saying, 'Are you sure? Edge rushers are built different these days. The greatest lineups ever? When you've had as much success as Jose's had over the last four or five years, he's pretty darned good at it. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. No prospect at this time : 1. All those points are incorrect but that hasnt stopped a slew of coaches from teaching the method. "He can kind of hit the ball where he wants to do it. ET. He's a .340 hitter now. Altuve is a great teaching model for kids. I know Im here for one reason and Ive got to make the most of it.. L.A. did everything right until Game 7 originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago. Hinchs new favorite toy. The improvement in his lower body helped his swing because his upper body was already near ideal. There is no extraneous movement of either his arms or hands, which creates a movement pattern that is very easy to repeat. For a guy his size to come out and do that, it's incredible. Jose Altuve, HOU vs. TEX ($4,000): Altuve will be at home, where he has a .384 wOBA. Georgia's Nolan Smith showed the NFL that he can leap up with the best of them, boasting a 41.5" vertical. Altuve batted .276 in his first 57 big league games, .290 in his first full season in 2012. section: | slug: nfl-combine-2023-results-tracker-highlights-historic-40-yard-dash-teammates-dominate-more-big-performances | sport: football | route: article_single.us | He understands who he is. The defensive lineman turned in an amazing performance - clocking an official 40-yard-dash time of 4.39 seconds. Hes a .340 hitter now. His arms are rotated to the zone by his torso and his hands arent pushing forward. Typically when does the hitter start his swing? HINCH (Astros manager, 2015-present): "The first time I met him, he talked about wanting to be better. At that time, I was doing international scouting and working with infielders. McDonald, who is CBS Sports' 11th-ranked edge rushing prospect, had an 11-foot broad jump -- which ranked second among all defensive linemen and linebackers. The 40-yard dash is an electronic-timed sprint covering 40 yards. Martinez, Altuve simply added a leg lift. Is that correct? His new leg lift has given him an easier way to time the baseball. Going Yard: The Magical Swing of Giancarlo Stanton, Calico Jack (Suwinski) is Back for the Attack. On Friday, we did the same for cornerbacks and safeties. I never really thought of myself as a base stealer or worked on it a lot until a few years ago, Straw tells PaperCity. (I promise I made all my mechanical notes before consulting the Brooks Baseball charts below.). These college standouts will look to impress in measurements and drills to help boost their stock ahead of April.. One workout that tends to make the biggest headlines is the 40-yard dash. It was low. It's already happening. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. The real aid of a proper leg lift is what occurs inside a swing when the lift is properly executed. They came in at No. Its about studying the pitchers and getting used to the kind of pitches they throw. Watch the full on-field workout from Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Derius Davis' measurements and results from the 2023 NFL Scouting combine, including height, weight, 40-yard dash time and hand size. Throw him a fastball. The rookie finds himself in the locker right between Altuve and star shortstop Carlos Correa, which is sort of like being a minnow in a sea of whales. @BUFootball CB Kalon Barnes was just .01 shy of John Ross' Combine record of 4.22. Two seasons ago, I had two athletes run 4.73 on the same day. His 2013 swing looked like it featured a toe tap as well, while the 2014 didn't. On Thursday, we compiled the top results from the defensive linemen, edge rushers, and linebackers, who took part in on-field drills. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 20: A fan enters the field and greets Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros during the ninth inning in game two of the American League Championship Series . The first time I met him, I loved everything about him. Iowa State edge rusher Will McDonald IV came down with a fever close to 104 degrees on Tuesday evening, according to NFL Media. The difference between the two is that a leg lift gives the hitter an internal trigger and the foot-down-early method is based on an external trigger. Check out which prospects are must-see as we approach Saturday of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. He has exceeded my expectations of how good of a ballplayer he is. @tomiwabawore: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/bbFHjvHvqY. The torso does need to bend but it should be done before contact, not during. I said, 'Maya, I can't do it. That's insane, and also awesome. Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson is a small player, but you know what they say: You can't run away from the DNA. Eastern Michigan Eagles EDGE Jose Ramirez runs the 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Kancey -- CBS Sports' fourth-ranked defensive tackle and the No. And that's the same thing that I've experienced with Altuve. That is the fastest time recorded by a defensive tackle at the NFL combine since 2003. While not a perfect representation, the purpose of his drill is to test how well the ends can turn tight corners and get around the offensive line. But anyone who saw it, knows its more than that. ), The Houston Astros' work on the base paths has been an underrated aspect of their 2-0 series lead. 3 behind Turner. Hes the scrappy leader on an up-and-coming team. I think every kid put their hat on backwards at least once and hit a whiffle ball into the imaginary third deck of the Kingdome in their backyard. He was a second baseman who could really hit the ball. And the hard-hit rate, with the miles per hour off the bat, it's such a crazy stat, and he's up there with some of the big dogs, including [6-foot-7 Yankees slugger Aaron] Judge. It's important to consider the age of the athlete, weight, and height when determining an average 40-yard dash time. Watch how his body moves after his foot touches down in 2013 versus 2014. He has all the ingredients kids would want to model their swing after. He won his first batting title by hitting .341 in 2014, then grabbed repeat crowns with a .338 average in 2016 and .346 this year. Hitting breaking balls is also tough with that striding pattern as most hitters bend at the torso as they launch the bat to try and match the break of the breaking balls. Altuve has demonstrated the ability to get on base at around a .300 clip, and once there, he has had. I love watching Jose Altuve hit. Saving up to 50% on Astros gear is a real home run. That's it. We hope it feels like a miserable three months. We're like brothers out there. "I always tell my wife, 'Who was going to believe then, when we had Altuve at 15, that he was going to be a superstar?' In 2014 he hit .346 in that same location. Before today, the fastest 40 time at the combine since 2000 by a player 280-plus pounds was 4.68 seconds by Aaron Donald. The biggest improvement a leg lift gives a hitter is timing. He does a lot of things in the batting cage that sometimes you would not want a lot of guys to do. 11-ranked cornerback, and heran an official 4.26 40-yard dash. ", CARLOS CORREA (Astros shortstop, 2015-present): Inside the field, obviously you can see everything that happens there -- turning double plays, having good times and everything. Like Josh Donaldson, Carlos Gomez, Jose Bautista, and J.D. Altuve had the right size and set of mechanics to be a teaching point for younger players. Its not as dramatic as Bautistas or Donaldson's but it is still effective. When Altuve faced a breaking ball on the outside edge before 2014, he was toast. He stays within his capabilities, and that's the hardest thing to do for any big leaguer -- understanding what you can do and can't do. There is Myles Straw taking off for second base and almost arriving before stunned Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes has even caught Brad Hands pitch. And he doesn't care [about his height]. Adetomiwa Adebawore (Northwestern), 4.49 seconds, Yasir Abdullah (Louisville), 4.47 seconds. We track measurements and drill results for each defensive lineman at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Did we get that right? They dont care. Beyond the magazine. Eligibility restrictions apply. He's just six hits shy of getting to No. 284 against strikes on the outer third. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. The guy's in the cage every day. Its a near breathtaking moment, buried within the Houston Astros overall brilliance. The nephew of Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson finished tied for eighth among cornerbacks in the 40-yard dash with a 4.41, tied for sixth in the vertical with a 39" and tied for sixth in the broad jump with a 11'0". Forever my American League MVP. The 2014 Altuve puts the earlier version to shame. In their second spring training game this year, the Red Sox beat the Rays 7-6 while combining for 26 baserunners. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. When Myles Straw is wearing a button up shirt and gray dress pants his outfit for the Saturday night plane ride to Cleveland he could pass for a young energy company worker. Best moments from the Linebackers at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. We called him 'enano' in Spanish -- 'the midget.' This model has stuck over the years. He can flat-out rake. Most hitters would rather have a trigger they control vs one where the pitcher is in charge. Void in ONT. Straws 6.25 60-yard dash time makes him a freak on the basepaths, the type of statistical outlier that Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow loves. Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alumsAidan Hutchinson and Nick Bosa. 1996-2023 DIY Baseball LLC All Rights Reserved. I also mentioned that his pre-2104 stride would leave him vulnerable against pitches on the outer third of the plate. He starts his stride plenty early. And Gurriels racist taunt directed at Yu Darvish in that Fall Classic. In many ways, Straw looks like Astros manager A.J. Make sure you hit line drives, hard ground balls.' Thats all fine and dandy. Illinois Fighting Illini safety Sydney Brown postsan official time of 4.47 seconds inthe 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. Straws proven to be a quick study. With him, you see it time and time again and you say, 'All right, this guy is pretty good.' Are you looking to contact Customer Support about a subscription or account related question? Kurkjian celebrates the little guy in baseball, Altuve addresses Astros' buzzer conspiracy. And Bregman reading his apology from a piece of scrap paper with a smirk on his face last offseason when he finally faced the media about the scandal. What's the Dodgers' plan at shortstop? 2023 CB Athleticism Score Leaderboard The official 40 times are in. Pitchers arm swing? She Was Just Found in Puerto Rico, Another Bay Area Storm This Weekend: Rain and Snow Forecast, Jakorian Bennett (Maryland), 4.30 seconds, Emmanuel Forbes (Mississippi State), 4.35 seconds. 41.5" vertical Nolan Smith got hops. GM: Altuve, Bregman should be Astros 'for life', Astros halt Phils as 'awesome' Altuve hits stride, 2022 World Series: Astros or Phillies? 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PAPERCITY 2023 urban publishers, inc. all rights reserved terms & condition // privacy policy // sitemap, Myles Straw's head-turning speed is a real weapon for the Houston Astros. Adebawore is currently CBS Sports' 89th-ranked prospect, but he could be moving up the board with the performance he just rolled out. Now, Straw comes into the Astros clubhouse every day and pulls up video clips of the pitchers he might have a chance to steal on, studying film like some mashup of Bill Belichick and Rickey Henderson. Get more of Dallas top restaurant, real estate, society, fashion and art in your news feed. CRAIG BIGGIO (Hall of Famer and former Astros second baseman): "First time I saw him, it was on Field 3 in Kissimmee, Florida. A leg lift . Our favorite two segments to analyze are 0-20 and 10-40, and the formula for success is simple: 2.70 seconds from 0-20 yards and 3.00 seconds from 10-40 yards. We were talking baserunning. Last year, 33 players posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds or quicker. NFL combine 40-yard dash: Who was the fastest in 2023? This isnt the type of guy who gets recognized in his everyday life. Wow. If a HS hitter has a leg kick or is looking to convert to one. He's hitting for more power and striking out less. Those swing thoughts make sense. With the way he handles the bat and the power he's developed, a lot of this goes to hard work. But the man seemingly born to run didnt grow up with any big base running dreams. The Yankees had won five in a row. Nice article. In fact, we dont even have to bet on it anymore. NFL combine 2023 tracker: Top performances, highlights, NFL combine: Winners and losers from DB workouts, Mock Draft: Panthers, Colts trade up for QBs, Rodgers' trade value, logistics, best fit, Top QB in draft: I definitely don't want to play for 1 team, Jerry Jones: Dak can get better with age like Brady, Report: Daniel Jones actually wants more than $45M per, Ex-Patriots star McGinest facing 8 years in prison, Jerry Jones: Cowboys can find way to keep both RBs, Emmanuel Forbes (Mississippi State): 4.35, Emmanuel Forbes (Mississippi State): 1.48, Darrell Luter Jr. (South Alabama): 40.50", Adetomiwa Adebawore (Northwestern): 10'5". Smith ran an incredible 4.39 40, 1.52 10 yard splits, and a massive 41.5 vertical. Top team fits for defensive backs Deonte Banks, Joey Porter Jr. after combine. Watch the full on-field workout from Maryland Terrapins cornerback Deonte Banks at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. What is the fastest 40-yard dash ever at the NFL combine? Fifteen or so years later, hundreds of NFL hopefuls are in Indianapolis with the same simple goal: run faster than everyone else. And if you're teetering between getting a college offer, or making the league, the 40 yard dash can be the event that pushes you over the edge. Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson goes through NFL Network's Steve Mariucci's "Draw My Play" exam. UPDATE: Its been quite a day for EDGE rushers at the NFL Combine, highlighted by Georgias Nolan Smith going off in his drills. "My flight got canceled, so I had to stay another night in the Dominican [Republic]. HOUSTON, TEXAS - JULY 11: Manager Dusty Baker Jr. #12 of the Houston Astros hugs Jose Altuve after hitting a three run walk off home run in the ninth inning to beat the New York Yankees . Banks also led all cornerbacks with a 42" vert, while Bennett was tied for fourth with a 40.50". Not every day.' Altuve was a .280 hitter with that stride pattern. The backwards hat and upright posture was replaced by the wide stance and no stride (even though Albert has always had a stride). We had a scout named Johan Maya. He hit .230 against breaking balls on the outside corner. The way he walked on the field, handled himself, how quick his hands were. Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer explains how he's approaching his upcoming free agency. Turner's time istied for the fifth-fastest at the combine everand was the fastest of any defensive player at this year's NFL combine. While everyone runs a 40-yard dash, dont count out the importance of this drill for the big men. SAN FRANCISCO -- As Jose Altuve dug into the plate in the sixth inning with the bases loaded, he was greeted with a familiar chant that often accompanies him away from home. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. The steal does not end up meaning anything in the game, but it could mean everything in the future as Hinchs team faces closer October battles and tougher opponents. We didn't just have the nephew of an NFL great working out at Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday night; we had the son of one, too. Calijah Kancey showed off his speed in a major way on Day 1, logging a 4.67-second 40-yard dash. The 2022 NFL Combine is officially underway in Indianapolis as the top draft prospects take center stage. 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Astros embrace, enjoy their moment But he's just an incredible talent.". No one needs to tell him that every dash counts. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. He also did some work with the ball in his hands during drills at the combine. This is still taught, unfortunately, but it has been usurped by the term "get the foot down early." What changed? Despite being 6-foot-2 and 282-pounds, Adebawore worked out with the edge rusher group and put on a show. Just let him play, watch him swing the bat. Which doesnt mean he cannot go unnoticed. 11:04 am ET, tied for the fifth-fastest at the combine ever, CBS Sports' fourth-ranked defensive tackle and the No. And man, the next pitch was a fastball, and Altuve hit a bullet off the right leg or calf of the pitcher. The second pitch, another breaking ball. And then getting an opportunity to watch him play in spring training games, I mean, he may be 5-foot-6, but he played like he's 6-foot-6. It was a . TCU's Derius Davis is an intriguing wide receiver prospect ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. With a leg lift, a hitter simply launches the swing when his foot touches down. Players start in a track position and then sprint 40 yards as fast as they can. . When you've got a guy like that who's willing to work every minute of the day, it makes my job easier knowing that people around me want to play this game, as well as just as much as I do. Scherzer tries to test pitch clock limits, gets balk, Rangers, LHP Smith agree to 1-year, $1.5M deal, 7 Cubs combine for 1st spring no-no since 2017, Jays 'playing it safe' after Guerrero tweaks knee, PitchCom-tipping: Loud device leaks Twins calls, Eflin's first start after $40M deal impresses Rays, Rangers' Leclerc to miss WBC with neck injury. Subscriptions support ongoing public baseball research and analysis in an increasingly proprietary environment. Making this movement pattern even worse is the behavior of his back foot. Michigan Wolverines EDGE Mike Morris looks at his prom photos and talks about what his style for the draft will be. Altuve had the right size and set of mechanics to be a teaching point for younger players. Its highly unlikely that Straw will ever get even a single at-bat during the Astros October repeat drive. He'd put the bat on the ball and hit the ball where he wanted to consistently. As Jose Altuve begins the final act of his MVP-worthy season, everyone seems to have a short story that reads more like a tall tale of the first time the All-Star second baseman wowed them. pic.twitter.com/7gYu0xi6wg. See if he can hit it.' You can go back as recently as the three homers, two of 'em off [Chris] Sale [in Game 1 of the division series against the Boston Red Sox]. His lower body had nothing left to drive and his only hope was to spin and rely on his insane hand-eye coordination. And then the rest was history because Altuve took a place, got in the lineup, got in the field, and I think he played for five days in a row and got one day off a week. Then he goes into his power and starts driving balls the other way and hitting balls over the fence. Weight transfer is very difficult to achieve when you plant the foot into the ground early. He did all the stuff coaches hope to see when they teach this move. The 2023 NFL Combine will begin on Thursday, March 2. The 40-yard dash is the most watched and most talked about event annually at the NFL scouting combine. Hes the little guy who fights. In 2013, he hit .285 and .260 against sliders and curveballs respectively. It was a back field, and it was like him and eight other guys. Altuve used to be a prime example of getting his foot down early. Save all of your favorite content in one curated collection. They told 25 players that they put together for the tryout, Altuve was one of them, to go home. Previewing Day 2 of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. . Its what Myles Straw does. might be gone. He always told me, 'When you start evaluating players, have an open mind. Jose Altuve went 2-for-4 with two home runs and a walk in a It can be challenging to keep a mechanics-focused article engaging, but this one managed it easily. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. Opening Reception: Ann Stautberg and Frank X. Tolbert, Ill Have What Shes Having Mobile Mammogram Day. Hes a long shot with wheels. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. Everybody started to respect him. In 2013 he hit . In high school, Straw ran a 4.4 40-yard dash. This is the ultimate role player. He's not Aaron Judge. This is well known. 13 where Starlin . Hinch inserted Hinch as a pinch runner in each of the Astros first two playoff games and Straws already delivering. While WRs, RBs and DBs typically have the fastest times, the 40-yard dash is considered an important Combine event for all positions. His hips stop moving forward after his front foot lands. ), Andrew Miller has not been the postseason weapon the Cleveland Indians expected. In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include(1) the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;(2) the nature of the copyrighted work;(3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and(4) the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above factors. ), The Astros certainly look like the loosest and most confident team in the playoffs. Odds to win 2018 World Series Watch as Michigan Wolverines cornerback DJ Turner II, South Carolina Gamecocks cornerback Darius Rush, Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo, Mississippi State Bulldogs cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, Maryland Terrapins cornerbacks Deonte Banks and Jakorian Bennett put up the six fastest official 40-yard dash times among all defensive backs invited to participate at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Sign up for NBC Bay Areas Housing Deconstructed newsletter. Also preach the idea of keeping the head in the center of their bodies. The sign-stealing/buzzer rumors didnt help, either. / AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez. Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo reflects on his 2023 NFL Scouting Combine outing with NFL Network's Kimmi Chex. He loves studying hitting. Vernon Davis - 4.38 seconds - Fastest 40 yard dash time by a TE . Yeah, I got a good jump, Straw tells PaperCity. Suddenly Albert Pujols became the way to hit. Jose Altuve Position: Second Baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right 5-6 , 166lb (168cm, 75kg) Team: Houston Astros (majors) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info MVP 8x All-Star 2x World Series Gold Glove 6x Silver Slugger 3x Batting Title ALCS MVP 2x ML PoY 27 27 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. If you enjoyed it, consider subscribing to Baseball Prospectus. Michigan's DJ Turner may have seen his draft stock climb Friday afternoon. What I love most about this is that it makes me hopeful that a significant part of Altuve's increased production at the plate is sustainable. It's incredible. But he's done everything that he needs to do. @KaayBarnes_ : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/1uYxqNOPlg. We watch boxing fights together on Saturdays, UFC fights. Who will break the record next? Even though only a little over 10,000 fans will be allowed at Yankee Stadium due to New Yorks COVID restrictions, you can bet every single one of them will bring it.
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