Player: David Bell
School: Purdue
Height and Weight: 6’1”, 212
Combine Results:
- 40: 4.65
- Bench:
- Broad Jump: 33’
- Vertical Jump: 118’
- 3 Cone: 7.14
- Shuttle: 4.57
- Other Notes: While he ran slower than I expected and many did, he still showed his great hands and route running in the positional drills. I feel as though his speed may drop him some, but that will just be a steal for whoever takes him.
Strengths: very good hands, makes great in-air adjustments, pretty elusive, good route tree, decent route running
Weaknesses: Does not have great speed, not the best run blocker,
Projected Draft Day: Day 2
Player Comparison: Brandon Aiyuk
Player Summary: David Bell has the makings of a very good receiver in the NFL. He is most likely a day two pick, but could be a starter immediately. A disappointing combine shows he may have to live as a slot receiver. He will not run by anyone, but can use good route running to get enough separation. He is also not the most willing run blocker, nor is he great at it. There is a lot of Brandon Aiyuk in him. He can be used on jet sweeps and quick passes, with the elusiveness to get by the first level, but is also probably best in medium routes where he can separate with the route running prowess.