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The Top 5 NFL Undrafted Rookies to Watch in Training Camp
It takes the perfect blend of skill and situation to make it in the NFL, and these five might just have that.

Devante Davis, Wide Receiver

This is a little more of a long shot than others, but former UNLV Rebel Devante Davis has the kind of physical prowess that could make him a productive receiver in the NFL. Much more athletic than many other late-round and undrafted prospects, Davis still has the kind of immense stature desired of an outside receiver (he is a robust 6’ 3”, 220 pounds).

Due to his size and draft status, one would expect that he’s a slower receiver, but he can motor to the tune of an explosive-for-his-size 4.55 forty-yard dash, and a solid 4.35 short shuttle and 7.25 three-cone drill at the NFL Combine. Analysts early on considered Davis with the top few receiver tiers of this draft class because of his incredible deep-ball tracking skills and ability to win at the catch point. A poor showing and hand injury in the 2014 season derailed that narrative, however.

The wild-card of Davis’ potential is his landing spot. There is no particularly exceptional talent blocking his ascent to starter territory in Philadelphia, and there is a custom-fit role on the offense for him. The only problem is that veteran Riley Cooper currently occupies that role. He could still beat out Seyi Ajirotutu and Miles Austin for fourth receiver duties this year with a good camp showing, and that could mean some value in 2015, due to Kelly’s high-paced offense. There’s a very likely chance he makes the Eagles roster.

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