Standout Michigan DE & Likely First-Round Pick David Ojabo Tears Achilles During Pro Day – OutKick
It has now been confirmed that former standout Michigan defensive finish David Ojabo tore his Achilles on the crew’s professional day Friday. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, medical doctors anticipate Ojabo to be out six months, the identical period of time it took the Rams’ Cam Akers to return from his Achilles tear this previous NFL…
It has now been confirmed that former standout Michigan defensive finish David Ojabo tore his Achilles on the crew’s professional day Friday.
Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, medical doctors anticipate Ojabo to be out six months, the identical period of time it took the Rams’ Cam Akers to return from his Achilles tear this previous NFL season.
It’s unlucky timing for Ojabo, who was anticipated to return off the board in subsequent month’s NFL Draft through the first-round. In keeping with The Draft Network’s prospect rating massive board, Ojabo charges because the No. 5 defensive finish and No. 24 general participant on this yr’s draft class.
Taking part in alongside fellow NFL Draft prospect Aidan Hutchinson, Ojabo’s draft inventory catapulted in his junior season. Ojabo racked up 11.0 sacks, 12.0 tackles for loss and 5 pressured fumbles taking part in within the Wolverines’ protection. He was named an All-Huge Ten choice and second-team AP All-American.
Ojabo had groups buzzing about his long-term potential through the NFL Scouting Mix earlier this month, the place the 6-foot-4, 250-pound Ojabo ran a 4.55 40-yard sprint, the most effective instances for any defensive lineman on the Mix. Hutchinson mentioned Friday that he hopes Ojabo doesn’t fall within the draft because of the damage.
“I’m praying for him and hoping that it’s nothing long run or something that may have an effect on his draft inventory,” Hutchinson mentioned.
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