05-02-2019, 06:53 AM
(05-01-2019, 10:02 PM)CardinalSagehen Wrote: 3) Probably most importantly, any commentary on why Trenton was not drafted at least ought to mention that he tore his knee in his last game and couldn’t run or participate athletically in his Pro Day. Who’s to say he wouldn’t have posted a 40 time that could have helped him dispel myths and stereotypes? But he never received that opportunity. I suppose Farrell is quite confident that Irwin wouldn’t have been drafted anyway, and that’s probably true, but it’s crazy not to mention the injury.
For sure the injury was a determining factor. Irwin was at best a late-round draft choice. Injured, it made no sense to use a draft pick on him, because he probably would be available as a UDFA anyway. Irwin wasn't NFL fast before the injury. If he comes back 100% he still wouldn't be. He will have to prove (as others have) that he can contribute anyway. However, the NFL teams will wait and see if that happens. Not everyone recovers 100%