UConn and the 2026 NFL Draft (w/ Pro Day)

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Was watching some of the defensive backs at the NFL combine on NFL network, saw Emmanuel McNeil-Warren the safety out of Toledo. He is the 15th ranked prospect by Daniel Jeremiah. He was recruited by, stayed, and played for Jason Candle for four years at Toledo, and now is a top prospect. Really excited to see Coach Candle develop some Huskies like he did with McNeil-Warren, and get them to stay for four years, like he did with McNeil-Warren, who had to have had many transfer opportunities.

 

[ShakyTheMohel]

it would be great if Mora posted something about Bell and Fagnono.

 

[Magic32]

Who are the biggest risers from Day 3?

Skyler Bell, WR, UConn

After Bell participated in only one practice at the Shrine Bowl, many were anticipating Bell's test numbers. At 6-foot, 192 pounds, he caught my eye throughout his workout. In running a 4.4-second 40-yard dash and leaping 41 inches in the vertical, Bell showed that he belongs in the Day 2 picture. He followed with an impressive showing during on-field drills. His routes were crisp, and he constantly showed how strong his hands were. The most impressive part of Bell's workout came during the gauntlet, as he ran through it with speed and caught the ball cleanly. -- Reid

 

[Uconnalliance]

Love how they pump up the program it speaks volumes

 

[huskymedic]

it would be great if Mora posted something about Bell and Fagnono.

 

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[Husky68]

41 vertical is big number, how do they do it vs NBA? Is it standing or one step or something else?

 

[huskymedic]

41 vertical is big number, how do they do it vs NBA? Is it standing or one step or something else?

Example:

 

[uchusky32]

Glad for both young men. Quality guys. I think Skyler will have a nice career in the NFL. He proved yesterday his productivity at UConn can translate to the NFL.

Now we need Candle to increase UConn’s presence in the NFL.

 

[Husky68]

Example:

Thanks, that is some serious jumping. Hitting your head on the rim doing a standing jump, crazy. Cooper Flagg standing jump was 29.0.

 

[LetsGoUC]

Bell was so awesome at UConn and I think he will have a long productive NFL career.

 

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63. New England Patriots ​

Skyler Bell, WR, UConn

Bell has checked all the boxes in this process and sneaks in at the end of Round 2. He silenced questions about his speed at the combine by running a 4.4 in the 40-yard dash. Bell is capable of playing inside or on the perimeter and is a three-level threat who could continue to boost quarterback Drake Maye.

 

[Windham4th]

Noooooooo!!!!!!!!!!

please anybody but the Patriots

 

[mikedog10]

63. New England Patriots ​

Skyler Bell, WR, UConn

Bell has checked all the boxes in this process and sneaks in at the end of Round 2. He silenced questions about his speed at the combine by running a 4.4 in the 40-yard dash. Bell is capable of playing inside or on the perimeter and is a three-level threat who could continue to boost quarterback Drake Maye.

Keep Skylar close in New England! Catching passes from Drake Maye just an hour or so up the interstate from UConn would be great for the brand.

 

[gioff2323]

Same piece notes Toledo became a G5 defensive factory under Candle (projects the S going in R1).

 

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[RussellHall]

Not technically UConn, but as previously noted, Emmanuel McNeil-Warren is a projected first round pick. Charles Davis at NFL.com has the Toledo safety, who played four seasons under Candle, projected 12th overall. Pretty impressive if he goes that high. And a great position for both UConn as a school, and our current coach, to be able to point to lots of recent players making the NFL.

 

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[DW1361]

Pay attention to who the LA Rams pick at 13. If they don’t take a WR at 13, then they will likely take one at 61 or 93. They are very high on Skyler Bell for their #3 receiver.

 

[ShakyTheMohel]

Pay attention to who the LA Rams pick at 13. If they don’t take a WR at 13, then they will likely take one at 61 or 93. They are very high on Skyler Bell for their #3 receiver.

That would be an amazing landing place for him. Payton and Stafford would give his career a great start.

 

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[Coach J]

Very cool that we are letting players from nearby schools use our facilities to show out as well.