Are you ready for some football action this week? Two local football players from Savannah, Georgia, are about to take the big stage, the NFL Combine! Kalen DeLoach, from Islands High School during high school and recently Florida State, and Dylan McMahon, Savannah Christian Preparatory alum and North Carolina State University, will showcase their skills at the NFL Combine this weekend.
DeLoach is scheduled to perform the NFL combine drills on Thursday, 
February 29th, while McMahon will take the stage on Sunday, March 3rd. Stay tuned for some exciting performances from these talented football players!
According to his NFL.com combine bio, Kalen DeLoach is 5'11" and weighs 201 lbs. The bio further states that DeLoach has been a defensive standout throughout his college career. Despite his size, he can maneuver quickly in and out of gaps, disrupting the opposition with quick movements. His athleticism and skill in locating the football make him a top prospect for the linebacker position.
Dylan McMahon is 6'3" and weighs 295 lbs as a center from N.C. Dylan's 
outstanding skills and experience on the field make him a formidable force to reckon with. He has earned respect for his intelligence and technique on the field, landing him the top spot in the center position for the 2024 Combine. As he moves up to the NFL level, he will face new challenges that demand him to develop his skills and build his strength to compete with stronger opponents. As per his NFL.com combine bio.
When is NFL combine?
- February 26-March 4 at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis.
How to watch NFL combine
- Live coverage starts Thursday, Feb. 29, with on-field drills. The combine will be televised on NFL Network.
How to stream NFL combine
- NFL.com and NFL+ will stream the scouting combine.
NFL combine schedule
- Thursday, Feb. 29: Defensive line and linebackers, 3 p.m. ET
- Friday, March 1: Defensive backs and tight ends, 3 p.m. ET
- Saturday, March 2: Running backs, quarterbacks, wide receivers, 1 p.m. ET
- Sunday, March 3: Offensive line, 1 p.m. ET
How many players will participate in the combine?
This year, 321 college football players were invited to the scouting combine in Indianapolis. Michigan, the National champion , has the most players with 18. Last year, 319 players were invited. You can find a complete list of participants in the link here.
These exceptional athletes have demonstrated unwavering dedication and tireless effort in their journey to proudly represent Savannah, Georgia, at the upcoming NFL Combine. Let's come together and show our support as they strive to achieve their dreams on the biggest stage of American football!
PHOTO CREDITS: NFL.com, Florida State, and North Carolina State athletics website.
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