David Knevel

[jeans15]

Nebraska offensive lineman Knevel tops CFL Scouting Bureau's top-20 list


The Canadian Press

TORONTO — Nebraska offensive lineman David Knevel opens the season as the CFL Scouting Bureau’s top-ranked prospect for the league’s 2018 draft.

The six-foot-nine, 315-pound native of Brampton, Ont., secured the top spot in the organization’s top-20 list Wednesday. He was an academic All-Big Ten selection last season.

 

[jeans15]

At least we have a player at the top of some list

 

[zamzman]

I thought he looked good in the spring game. I think the talent and the work ethic is there. Last year as a first-year starter and then with injuries that robbed him of any mobility, that was a bad look for him. He wasn't any good at all. I'm excited to see him this year though. IMO an NFL future is not out of the question for him. He just hasn't proved anything yet, but I'm hoping for a big season out of him.

 

[TFrazier]

We will see if he brings the motor this year.

 

[WestCoastCornhusker2]

Does this guy have the talent to be a NFL 1st round draft pick? He has the size and build, probably too slow.

 

[headcard]

Does this guy have the talent to be a NFL 1st round draft pick? He has the size and build, probably too slow.

NFL, no way. CFL, apparently.

 

[WestCoastCornhusker2]

NFL, no way. CFL, apparently.

why? No strength, too slow?

 

[headcard]

why? No strength, too slow?

I'm sure he can play better than last year, but he doesn't have the kind of athleticism to be a first round OT.

 

[headcard]

1st round OT's are freaks. I think the last one we had was Weigert. The last recruit that seemed like he had that kind of talent (to me) was probably Tyler Moore.

 

[big red22]

1st round OT's are freaks. I think the last one we had was Weigert. The last recruit that seemed like he had that kind of talent (to me) was probably Tyler Moore.

I felt Baker Steinkuhler had that athleticism, but he played the wrong position

 

[headcard]

I felt Baker Steinkuhler had that athleticism, but he played the wrong position

Agreed.

 

[tjhusker]

I mean I think if some the recent OL grads from Nebraska can be starting/playing with an NFL team he will definitely make a roster in the NFL. Guys like Reeves never blew me away and he's doing well in Minnesota.

 

[Cornicator]

why? No strength, too slow?

I'm sure he can play better than last year, but he doesn't have the kind of athleticism to be a first round OT.

Athletically, he's certainly talented enough to play in the NFL. But his tenacity, aggression, hand placement, and "punch" is what sets him back. Knevel actually has excellent feet and flexibility. The NFL will give him every chance to earn a draft slot.

But he has to do 2 things:

1. Stay healthy.
2. Prove that he can manufacture some hostility and be willing to inflict pain, especially in the run game when he reaches the second level.

 

[huskerhooligansdotcom]

I mean I think if some the recent OL grads from Nebraska can be starting/playing with an NFL team he will definitely make a roster in the NFL. Guys like Reeves never blew me away and he's doing well in Minnesota.

Sirles you mean? Also Qvale with the NY Jets, he hardly played here and now he is maybe a starter in the NFL. We had a gem in Javario Burkes (was that his name), but he had a heart issue (?) of some sort and couldn't play after his true freshman year (having a few starts at the end of the 2007 season).

 

[Cornicator]

I mean I think if some the recent OL grads from Nebraska can be starting/playing with an NFL team he will definitely make a roster in the NFL. Guys like Reeves never blew me away and he's doing well in Minnesota.

Reeves doesn't play football anymore.

 

[headcard]

Athletically, he's certainly talented enough to play in the NFL. But his tenacity, aggression, hand placement, and "punch" is what sets him back. Knevel actually has excellent feet and flexibility. The NFL will give him every chance to earn a draft slot.

But he has to do 2 things:

1. Stay healthy.
2. Prove that he can manufacture some hostility and be willing to inflict pain, especially in the run game when he reaches the second level.

Sure he could make a roster, but the original question wcc2 asked was if he could be a 1st Round pick. Do you think he has that kind of talent?

 

[resdog851]

NFL, no way. CFL, apparently.

I think the CFL has a rule about the number of U.S. born players they can have on a roster. A large percentage of the roster must be Canadian I think, so Kvevel would be a good fit for a team if he shows some ability and can stay healthy.

 

[tjhusker]

Sirles you mean? Also Qvale with the NY Jets, he hardly played here and now he is maybe a starter in the NFL. We had a gem in Javario Burkes (was that his name), but he had a heart issue (?) of some sort and couldn't play after his true freshman year (having a few starts at the end of the 2007 season).

Yes, my bad.

 

[SeaOfRed75]

2. Prove that he can manufacture some hostility and be willing to inflict pain, especially in the run game when he reaches the second level.

So athletically gifted just not mean enough. Makes me think of Lydon Murtha.

 

[huskerhooligansdotcom]

Athletically, he's certainly talented enough to play in the NFL. But his tenacity, aggression, hand placement, and "punch" is what sets him back. Knevel actually has excellent feet and flexibility. The NFL will give him every chance to earn a draft slot.

But he has to do 2 things:

1. Stay healthy.
2. Prove that he can manufacture some hostility and be willing to inflict pain, especially in the run game when he reaches the second level.

It works the other way too.... become too hostile and you can drop out of the first round. Richie Incognito best example

 

[SeaOfRed75]

It works the other way too.... become too hostile and you can drop out of the first round. Richie Incognito best example

You mean a guy who might not be the most athletic lineman who is STILL playing in the league?