LA Times

There is no NFL offseason. There’s simply an NFL otherseason. That kicks off this week with the scouting combine in Indianapolis, when coaches, scouts and even some team owners converge to evaluate the next wave of talent. It was at this time last year that teams were sharpening their focus on Louisiana State quarterback Jayden Daniels, who wound up being a phenom for the Washington Commanders, and Florida State pass rusher Jared Verse, star rookie for the Rams, and Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean, who had a pick-six for Philadelphia in the Super Bowl. This is where prospects begin their transition to pros.