JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson State University hosted its annual Pro Day Thursday as Tigers worked out for NFL scouts.
Defensive lineman Quincy Ivory was among those participating in the event.
Ivory said he spent the last few months adding muscle mass to his frame. He said he hopes to prove his high football IQ and pass-rushing skills are what an NFL defense needs.
Running back Denario Davenport also participated. At 220 pounds, Davenport said his journey through the junior college ranks and his time at Jackson State shaped him into a better player.
“I’m not going to give up. I’ve played through injuries... broken collarbones, broken ankles. It’s going to take a lot to get me off the field. A lot of people take games off, and I’m coming to show up every day,” Davenport said.
Defensive lineman Jeremiah Williams and quarterback Jacobian Morgan were among the players who participated in the workout.
Williams, a Holmes County native, trained in Colorado for two months to prepare for the event.
Morgan, who led the Tigers’ offense, said Jackson State prepared him for the next level.
“Jackson State teaches you how to be the man, how to be a man, how to, you know, take care of yourself and take care of your responsibilities... just for moments like these, you prepare yourself and you’re ready for it,” Morgan said.
Scouts from across the league will take the results back to their front offices as the countdown to the NFL Draft continues.
The NFL Draft is scheduled to begin on April 23.
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