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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 2025

Page

11

Iowa's Lachey could join Tight End U in NFL draft hype

Union Tribune’s Eddie Brown surveys top tight end prospects led by Iowa's Luke Lachey and Penn State's Tyler Warren. Profiles span Colston Loveland, Harold Fannin Jr., Mason Taylor, Oronde Gadsden II, Elijah Arroyo, Gunnar Helm, Terrance Ferguson, Thomas Fidone II, Mitchell Evans, and more with projected rounds. Lachey is noted for blocking and NFL potential despite a 2023 ankle setback.

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NFL teams embrace older quarterback prospects in draft era

Teams now draft more players aged 24 or older, up to 56 in 2024, including Bo Nix and Michael Penix Jr. The shift reflects a longer development path shaped by the COVID era, NIL deals, and transfer mobility. Veterans can deliver immediate impact, while clubs weigh long-term value versus one contract.

Bo Nix Michael Penix Jr Nix Jayden Daniels BYU Chiefs Andy Reid Raiders John Spytek Louisville Tyler Shough Oregon Justin Herbert Texas Tech Tennessee Bru McCoy San Jose State Nick Nash Arkansas Andrew Armstrong 49Ers John Lynch

Cyclones running backs look to build on 2024 success

ISU backs Hansen and Sama formed a potent duo last season with 752 and 587 rushing yards respectively and a 20-0 win over Houston. Coach Landry notes their leadership and the unit's 160.5-yard average as spring practice ends, as Hansen and Sama push to deepen reads, blocking, and rhythm for 2025.

Cyclones Hansen ISU Sama Houston Carson Abu Landry Breece Hall Kansas State Matt Campbell

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