Field Level Media
26 Feb 2025, 23:56 GMT+10
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INDIANAPOLIS -- When NFL teams ask Mason Graham for a game film from his college career that defines him as a prospect, the Michigan man has plenty to choose from.
But he also has a favorite.
'I mean, I feel like just rolling that Ohio State film. That's all you need to see, really,' Graham said Wednesday at the NFL Scouting Combine.
A top-five prospect departing Ann Arbor with a national title and All-American status, Graham angles for position at the top of a loaded defensive line class in the 2025 NFL Draft. He entered the draft after three college seasons and was described by his former college coach, Jim Harbaugh, as one of the best players he ever coached.
He's an interior defensive lineman with the body and burst to stop the run and penetrate to collapse the pocket.
'I feel like I affect every snap, run or pass,' Graham said. 'I feel like one of the most dominant players in this class.'
One position the Tennessee Titans might not need is defensive tackle, which means Graham is unlikely to be picked first overall. But the rest of the top 10 could be in the market for a player who can impact the defense on every down. Three of those teams were already checked off his list of interviews in Indianapolis with others on the docket Wednesday.
Graham said in meetings with the Patriots -- New England holds the No. 4 overall pick -- and Raiders (sixth), both teams focused on what makes Graham tick.
His response?
'How hard I work. No off-the-field stuff. I'm all about business,' Graham said. 'I'm not a mysterious guy. You don't need to look deep to find out about me. Everything is out there. Nothing to hide.'
Wolverines teammate Kenneth Grant is also viewed as a first-round prospect as a traditional nose tackle. A native of Merrillville, Ind., he said his parents, sisters and nieces and nephews are planning to be on hand for his workout this weekend.
Grant also met with the Patriots on his first night in Indianapolis in addition to sessions with the Lions, Bills and Cowboys.
Trimmed down from 347 to 332, Grant has worked double-time to put on a show in his position workout. His goal is 30-plus bench-press reps and a 40-yard dash in the 4.8-second range.
He said there is one aspect of his game that will stand out.
'Definitely my power. Just working on my power. Watching (Giants All-Pro) Dexter Lawrence, Vita Vea, how those guys use their power and body size,' Grant said.
--Jeff Reynolds, Field Level Media
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