It was low. Who will be MVP? McDonald, who is CBS Sports' 11th-ranked edge rushing prospect, had an 11-foot broad jump -- which ranked second among all defensive linemen and linebackers. Pending shuttle numbers, @TerpsFootball teammates Deonte Banks (98) and Jakorian Bennett (97) currently sit atop the NGS athleticism score rankings.Powered by @awscloud pic.twitter.com/MYafLCNOzs. The foot touching down is the trigger. Its not as dramatic as Bautistas or Donaldson's but it is still effective. Cornerbacks Jakorian Bennett and Deonte Banks apparently became the fastest cornerback teammates inNFL combine historywith 4.30 and 4.35 40-yard dash times. Subscriptions support ongoing public baseball research and analysis in an increasingly proprietary environment. Quarterbacks, wide receivers and tight ends will take the field on Saturday and running backs and offensive linemen will close it out on Sunday. He does a lot of things in the batting cage that sometimes you would not want a lot of guys to do. With Myles Straw tormenting the Oakland As to the tune of three steals, using his speed to push the Houston Astros to 20 games over .500, we look back on this long shots incredible journey which first gained notice in last Octobers playoffs. It's incredible. If a smart player pointed out to his coach that Trout and Cabrera both had actual leg lifts, the coach could counter by pointing out their extreme size and strength. Eastern Michigan Eagles EDGE Jose Ramirez runs the 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include(1) the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;(2) the nature of the copyrighted work;(3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and(4) the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above factors. Make sure you hit line drives, hard ground balls.' Void in ONT. If the athlete can find just one-hundredth of a second, they break 4.70. Very few people can have the athletic swagger of Griffey or the Terminator-like efficiency of Pujols. I had no idea what he was saying. The time is also the second-fastest among wide receivers. Before today, the fastest 40 time at the combine since 2000 by a player 280-plus pounds was 4.68 seconds by Aaron Donald. This is why I love Altuve. Defensive ends are going to want to make a splash in the 3-cone drill. . A leg lift . Oh, and it's also faster than Giants running back Saquon Barkley (4.40). Hes hitting for more power and striking out less. Watch the full on-field workout from Illinois Fighting Illini safety Sydney Brown at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. @IlliniFootball DB Jartavius Martin with an insane 44" vertical.: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/KfMTm4xTeA, Calijah Kancey is a 280-pound defensive lineman running an official 4.67 40-time : @NFL pic.twitter.com/SRcnqkv8jv. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. It's important to consider the age of the athlete, weight, and height when determining an average 40-yard dash time. To watch him grow and mature -- I've seen him become a father for the first time, I've seen him speak out in meetings for the first time and be a leader vocally. The steal does not end up meaning anything in the game, but it could mean everything in the future as Hinchs team faces closer October battles and tougher opponents. 2 and No. 2B Altuve takes pitch off elbow, likely out Thur. Thats all fine and dandy. Even in the 2014 version of Jose he does not start his path to the ball until his front foot is down. We had a scout named Johan Maya. Check out which prospects are must-see as we approach Saturday of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. The Astros signed Altuve as an amateur free agent in 2007, and he made his major league debut in 2011. There is a point in his swing where both feet are touching the ground with only their toes. Altuve's fly ball rate rose to 24.6 percent, too, after he hit them at a 21.8 percent during . (If Straw makes the roster and isnt replaced by a extra pitcher who is likely to go largely unused.) 2: Kalon Barnes, CB, 4.23 seconds in 2022 No. Jose Altuve Position: Second Baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right 5-6 , 166lb (168cm, 75kg) Team: Houston Astros (majors) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info MVP 8x All-Star 2x World Series Gold Glove 6x Silver Slugger 3x Batting Title ALCS MVP 2x ML PoY 27 27 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. 13 where Starlin . Fans should also check out our complete NFL Draft coverage throughout the next several weeks ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. "I remember a team that we were playing -- I think it was against the Mets -- the first pitch was a breaking ball to Altuve. What is the fastest 40-yard dash ever at the NFL combine? Also preach the idea of keeping the head in the center of their bodies. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. And he doesn't care [about his height]. Below are each of the top individual performances from Indianapolis, as several players surely improved their draft stocks by virtue of their performances. Hes a long shot with wheels. George Springer and Josh Reddick (ha!) If you play a skill position in football, your 40 time might be the most valuable skill event. Never forget that Jose Altuve cheated and Aaron Judge still had a better season than him in 2017. Going Yard: The Magical Swing of Giancarlo Stanton, Calico Jack (Suwinski) is Back for the Attack. His new leg lift erases the problems from his prior stride. Here were the 15 fastest prospects from the 2022 draft class: . Check out his run, here: 4.27u @UMichFootball DB DJ Turner II is turning heads.: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/qm1YCrVoWX. Saving up to 50% on Astros gear is a real home run. Limitations on exclusive rights: Fair useNotwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. They told 25 players that they put together for the tryout, Altuve was one of them, to go home. This is a free article. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. The Statler Swaps Tex-Mex for Steak, Grapevine Gets a Brazilian Concept, and Barbecue Debuts in Grand Prairie. Correa proposes on field after WS win "He can kind of hit the ball where he wants to do it. His 2013 swing looked like it featured a toe tap as well, while the 2014 didn't. Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer explains how he's approaching his upcoming free agency. He's a unique hitter. It's already happening. Enjoy your three-day stay in New York, Altuve. 60 YARD DASH 1/8/2011: 97 mph. Blink and you will miss Altuve's hands and wrists zooming through the hitting zone. He'd put the bat on the ball and hit the ball where he wanted to consistently. By contrast, if the foot is already down, the trigger is a point in the flight of the ball: Once the ball crosses a certain point you launch the swing. This is the ultimate role player. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alumsAidan Hutchinson and Nick Bosa. The Houston Astros are in the Bronx and will do battle with the New York Yankees for the first time since the 2019 ALCS. At that time, I was doing international scouting and working with infielders. 1: John Ross, 4.22 seconds in 2017 No. Before today, the fastest 40 time at the combine since 2000 by a player 280-plus pounds was 4.68 seconds by Aaron Donald. He was already coming off a batting title, he was coming off a hit-total title [in 2014], and yet his first thing to me was, 'How can I get better? The greatest lineups ever? SAN FRANCISCO -- As Jose Altuve dug into the plate in the sixth inning with the bases loaded, he was greeted with a familiar chant that often accompanies him away from home. Hes the scrappy leader on an up-and-coming team. But I learned from Andres Reiner -- he was the guy that opened up the academy [in Venezuela] for the Astros. The thinking is that getting the foot down will create balance, reduce strikeouts through better bat control, and allow hitters to hit the opposite way by not flying open. In 2013 his timing has to be perfect: He has to precisely time his front hip moving forward with the rotation of his upper body. What is the 40-yard dash? The defensive lineman turned in an amazing performance - clocking an official 40-yard-dash time of 4.39 seconds. Hell spend only a minimum amount of time playing in the outfield too. Comparing uncle and nephew. No one needs to tell him that every dash counts. @SmithNoland2 | @GeorgiaFootball pic.twitter.com/KBlEWdqCJI. Kancey -- CBS Sports' fourth-ranked defensive tackle and the No. By Adam Weinrib. What changed? The 2023 NFL Combine will begin on Thursday, March 2. I also mentioned that his pre-2104 stride would leave him vulnerable against pitches on the outer third of the plate. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Two seasons ago, I had two athletes run 4.73 on the same day. Which doesnt mean he cannot go unnoticed. He won his first batting title by hitting .341 in 2014, then grabbed repeat crowns with a .338 average in 2016 and .346 this year. He also officially ran a blazing 4.30-second 40-yard dash, which is faster than both DeAndre Hopkins and Stefon Diggs when they were coming out. 36 overall prospect in this class. Hes just a guy who loves to hit baseballs and now hes found a better way to go about the craft he loves. "I don't think he really knows what he's doing up there half the time. Get PC Daily delivered directly to your inbox don't miss anything! 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/reg/free/stories, at He can do it all. It's exciting to see the results at every position, especially seeing the biggest players on the . ), Andrew Miller has not been the postseason weapon the Cleveland Indians expected. He hit 15 homers in 2015 and 24 in each of the past two seasons. I never really thought of myself as a base stealer or worked on it a lot until a few years ago, Straw tells PaperCity. I think that is where the concept of "getting the front foot down early" comes from. Josh Allen runs a 4.76 unofficiallyFair use is a legal doctrine that says you can reuse copyright-protected material under certain circumstances without gett. I love him because he has the potential to be the model hitter for the current generation of kids. Fifteen or so years later, hundreds of NFL hopefuls are in Indianapolis with the same simple goal: run faster than everyone else. OMAR LOPEZ (Astros Venezuelan Summer League manager in 2007): "We had a lot of players with one year of service, two years of service that had to play ahead of Altuve. TCU's Derius Davis is an intriguing wide receiver prospect ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. He ran the 60 yards and was the fastest guy in the group. It was in the [rookie-level] Appalachian League [in 2009]. Smith ran an incredible 4.39 40, 1.52 10 yard splits, and a massive 41.5 vertical. originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago. We were talking baserunning. Latest on Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN HINCH (Astros manager, 2015-present): "The first time I met him, he talked about wanting to be better. The 40-yard dash time is the drill everyone looks forward to every year at the NFL Combine. He starts his stride plenty early. Adebawore's 40 time was faster than fellow Big Ten alums Aidan Hutchinson . Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson is a small player, but you know what they say: You can't run away from the DNA. That is the fastest time recorded by a defensive tackle at the NFL combine since 2003. Sign up for NBC Bay Areas Housing Deconstructed newsletter. This fresh-faced, 23-year-old is the pinch runner extraordinaire, the unbelievable luxury that the Astros ultra-deep roster gives them. The first time I met him, I loved everything about him. Charlie Morton, Dallas Keuchel and Collin McHugh may not be around, either. Honestly, I don't think he'd hit puberty yet. This Video is protected by the Copyright Act of 1976 Section 107.107. . This guy doesn't have enough power.' Altuve is a great teaching model for kids. Florida State Seminoles safety Jammie Robinson runs the 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. 40-yard dash: 4.65 seconds Three-cone: 6.96 seconds Bench Press: 7 Johnny Johnson Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 196 pounds Hand Size: 10 inches Vertical Jump: 35.5 inches Broad Jump: 10-1. Scherzer tries to test pitch clock limits, gets balk, Rangers, LHP Smith agree to 1-year, $1.5M deal, 7 Cubs combine for 1st spring no-no since 2017, Jays 'playing it safe' after Guerrero tweaks knee, PitchCom-tipping: Loud device leaks Twins calls, Eflin's first start after $40M deal impresses Rays, Rangers' Leclerc to miss WBC with neck injury. He's just six hits shy of getting to No. He's got such great hand-eye coordination. Copyright 2010- FantasyPros.com 2023 NFL Combine: Tracking Anthony Richardson measurements, drill times, more. ', "I don't know if anything's surprised me as much as I've just been able to have a front-row seat to his growth and his evolution from a really good player on some rough teams to an exceptional player on a great team. Astros slugger Jose Altuve stepped into the box to take some batting practice, and the fans let him hear it. We fight a lot, and five minutes later I'm like, 'That's why I love you, because we fight and then five minutes later we talk like nothing happened.' All rights reserved. Adetomiwa Adebawore (Northwestern), 4.49 seconds, Yasir Abdullah (Louisville), 4.47 seconds. The Northwestern product had a 4.54 40-yard dash, a 1.61 10-yard split, a 37.50' vertical, and a 10'5" on the broad jump. Here's how WBC offenses stack up with MLB's best. He understands who he is. Altuve had the right size and set of mechanics to be a teaching point for younger players. UPDATE: Its been quite a day for EDGE rushers at the NFL Combine, highlighted by Georgias Nolan Smith going off in his drills. Here are the fastest 40-yard times by position: Last year, 33 players posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds or quicker. The 40 yard dash time for a fifteen-year-old boy should be between 5.4.6 seconds. I'd like to second this sentiment. That would beat many of even the NFLs elite receivers. But his compatriots also put up some eye-popping numbers. How did some of todays star wideouts look in the 40-yard dash?:2023#NFLCombinebegins Thursday on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/QsJboRmjIq. release point? @TreTomlinson | @LT_21 | @TCUFootball : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/cJEGuo0TG0. Top moments from the Defensive Backs at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. On the bus, it sounded like a girl was on our team. He scored from second on a single in the eighth inning of Houstons 7-2 Game 1 romp, ripped off that breathtaking steal in the eighth inning of a 3-1 Game 2. Edge rushers are built different these days. Its about studying the pitchers and getting used to the kind of pitches they throw. Video unavailable Watch on. As we talk in the Astros clubhouse after Game 2, Straw is struggling to sneak behind the media horde around reigning American League MVP Jose Altuveto grab the clothes out of his locker. This model has stuck over the years. One of my trips down to Venezuela, the scout [the Astros' Pablo Torrealba] -- I knew him for a long time -- he told me he had a kid that, he was small but don't go by his size. He takes a lot of pride into hitting, even though he's real humble about it, which is great for me to see that in a guy that has won three batting championships. Here's why. Nice article. Its a near breathtaking moment, buried within the Houston Astros overall brilliance. 40 prospect overall -- has similar measurables to fellow Pitt product and Rams superstar Aaron Donald, who ran 0.01 seconds slower than Kancey in the 40. The 40-yard dash is the most watched and most talked about event annually at the NFL scouting combine. The average for defensive tackles is 1.75 seconds, with defensive ends at 1.65. The Jose Altuve of old obsessed over his batting average. He also did some work with the ball in his hands during drills at the combine. You don't currently have any notifications. In 2013 he hit . NFL combine 40-yard dash: Who was the fastest in 2023? The game is too dangerous: Perfect Game scouts assign a PG grade to all players that are evaluated at a PG Showcase. Instagram. As a result, many are interested to see how he tests at the Scouting Combine. Hes his own unit of measurement. Altuve took it. In high school, Straw ran a 4.4 40-yard dash. As a hitting instructor I have a lot of youth ball players come to me that try and stride and swing at the same time because they feel it generates power. Predictions, inside intel and odds, From a scorching DH to a solid utility man, ranking all 52 players in the Fall Classic, A wild Division Series weekend showed off the best of October baseball, Astros' Altuve makes sensational jump-throw for an out in Game 2 of ALDS. Way-too-early 2018 power rankings Watch the full on-field workout from Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Every day, he said, 'Omar, you've got to put the midget [in the lineup].' He always told me, 'When you start evaluating players, have an open mind. Draft prospects are taking the field this week at the NFL Scouting Combine, with many participating in the 40-yard dash. Watch how his body moves after his foot touches down in 2013 versus 2014. The defensive linemen and linebackers will go through their drills on Thursday starting at 3 p.m. Straws 6.25 60-yard dash time makes him a freak on the basepaths, the type of statistical outlier that Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow loves. Jose Altuve has emerged as a piece that the Astros should be looking to build around. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. As such, let's take a look at the all-time top 10 40-yard dash times: No. "My flight got canceled, so I had to stay another night in the Dominican [Republic]. @PennStateFball : #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/RpeCskAR6Z. Currently, the 31-year-old Altuve is 14th among active MLB players with 1,716 hits. The Yankees had won five in a row. Its a display of pure speed, an electric jolt in a sport that often finds itself reduced to strikeouts and home runs these days. While everyone runs a 40-yard dash, dont count out the importance of this drill for the big men. Altuve definitely wasn't that guy. For me, to be able the last three years to watch him grow, develop a relationship with him, see how he's impacted his teammates, hopefully he can add an MVP to that trophy case here this season.". I mentioned that Altuve's pre-2014 swing should be weak against breaking balls. 3 behind Turner. Its highly unlikely that Straw will ever get even a single at-bat during the Astros October repeat drive. Hopefully, [Astros owner] Jim [Crane] can sign him for 10 more years to this team so I can play with him for a long time. I said, 'OK, he's going to play two days in a row.' Today, we look back at No. Thats not specifically why I love him. He stays within his capabilities, and that's the hardest thing to do for any big leaguer -- understanding what you can do and can't do. Scouts who are trained to never judge a player specifically by stature and size found it difficult to get beyond their initial impression when he took the field. What is the 40-yard dash? These college standouts will look to impress in measurements and drills to help boost their stock ahead of April.. One workout that tends to make the biggest headlines is the 40-yard dash. For the record, Altuve is listed at 5-foot-6, a designation that even he admits is about one inch too generous. In many ways, Straw looks like Astros manager A.J. 11-ranked cornerback, and heran an official 4.26 40-yard dash. Thoughts? Smith, who has drawn comparisons to Eagles edge rusher Haason Reddick, is CBS Sports' sixth-ranked edge rusher and the No. He might be the most hated Astro among Yankees supporters given his ridiculous success against the Bombers in the 2017 and 2019 ALCS. We're like brothers out there. Everybody started to respect him. Hitters never want to be in this position because its hard to fire the lower body and even harder to balance. Altuve used to be a prime example of getting his foot down early. This is still taught, unfortunately, but it has been usurped by the term "get the foot down early." He's got one of the quickest set of hands in baseball. Joey Porter Jr. did not compete in on-field drills, but he did the jumps and the 40-yard dash after posting some great measurements for one of the top cornerbacks in the class. Fuller, a Texans first-round selection in 2016, recorded a 4.32 40-yard dash at the NFL combine, enough for seventh fastest official mark among active NFL players. 3: Chris Johnson, RB, 4.24. Here he is running the 40, with his dad, five-time All-Pro linebacker Joey Porter, looking on. PAPERCITY 2023 urban publishers, inc. all rights reserved terms & condition // privacy policy // sitemap, Myles Straw's head-turning speed is a real weapon for the Houston Astros. But off the field, as well, the relationship is great. Indeed, as Altuve begins the final act of his MVP-worthy season by leading the Astros into the World Series on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium, everyone seems to have a short story that reads more like a tall tale of the first time the All-Star second baseman wowed them. Hes the little guy who fights. Did we get that right? That's the way I handled the situation with Altuve. Time of game: 3:03. He might be the most hated Astro among Yankees' supporters . A player can be the best at his position, but run a poor 40 and see himself slide in the draft. Dont tell Yankees fans that this isnt the same cheating Astros squad from 2017. In the '90s the hot term was "swing down at the ball." . Fastest 40-time for a RB at the NFL Combine. 40 prospect overall, 2023 NFL mock draft: Four QBs in top seven after trades, NFL combine QB measurements: Bryce Young's size, more, Top QB in draft says he doesn't want to play for 1 team, Bryce Young measures similar to former No. Martinez, Altuve simply added a leg lift. Iowa State edge rusher Will McDonald IV came down with a fever close to 104 degrees on Tuesday evening, according to NFL Media. For a guy his size to come out and do that, it's incredible. Coming into 2014, Altuve added a simple leg kick. And the manager got up and he said, 'Come on, man. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Alabama Crimson Tide edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. reacts to his workout video and how thankful he is to be here. Heres a full tracker of the fastest times for the 40-yard dash this year, plus a look back at some previous records: The 40-yard dash is exactly what it sounds like. He was also small enough for them to to relate to their own players. Like Josh Donaldson, Carlos Gomez, Jose Bautista, and J.D. There is no extraneous movement of either his arms or hands, which creates a movement pattern that is very easy to repeat. They came in at No. And it all starts with Domingo German vs. Zack Greinke on Tuesday night. Beyond timing issues there are a host of mechanical issues that arise when hitters get their foot down too early. Or will it just vary? Are you looking to contact Customer Support about a subscription or account related question? The 40-yard dash is an electronic-timed sprint covering 40 yards. Penn State Nittany Lions defensive back Joey Porter Jr. and his father former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Joey Sr. discusses the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine with Kimmi Chex. Next Gen Stats had Banks and Bennett atop the NGS athleticism score rankings for cornerbacks at the combine. JAKE MARISNICK (Astros outfielder, 2014-present): "I mean, it's hard to pinpoint just one thing. @NUFBFamily DL Adetomiwa Adebawore is 280 pounds running a 4.54u. With the way he handles the bat and the power he's developed, a lot of this goes to hard work. @tomiwabawore: #NFLCombine on @nflnetwork: Stream on NFL+ pic.twitter.com/bbFHjvHvqY. Altuve has demonstrated the ability to get on base at around a .300 clip, and once there, he has had. Odds to win 2018 World Series Top team fits for defensive backs Deonte Banks, Joey Porter Jr. after combine. Probably most important, I've just seen him be the most consistent player in baseball at his craft, at being a good hitter, good defender, Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, All-Star, hits leader, batting titles. ), Alex Bregman beat the tag to score the go-ahead run from first base in the sixth and then later homered. Next at-bat, the opposing manager said, 'Why are the outfielders playing so deep? The stadium's left side would yell those three words, then the right side would follow suit. No Gavin Lux -- big problem. When you've got a guy like that who's willing to work every minute of the day, it makes my job easier knowing that people around me want to play this game, as well as just as much as I do. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | ET. Beyond the magazine. Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Kelee Ringo reflects on his 2023 NFL Scouting Combine outing with NFL Network's Kimmi Chex. Most guys, it's luck. I just see him lifting his foot to start his stride, but the video may start after a toe tap. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. It goes down on the scorecard as a simple steal of second base. Illinois Fighting Illini safety Sydney Brown postsan official time of 4.47 seconds inthe 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. Those swing thoughts make sense. GM: Altuve, Bregman should be Astros 'for life', Astros halt Phils as 'awesome' Altuve hits stride, 2022 World Series: Astros or Phillies? Straw is not complaining though. Altuve was playing every two days, every three days. ), Astros lifeline Jose Altuve came up limping on a dash, but he played on. This week, more than 300 prospects are in Indianapolis for the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. The best and worst Seattle Mariners hats of all time; 40 in 40: Gabe Speier's . The sign-stealing/buzzer rumors didnt help, either. He does spend a lot of time in the video room watching pitchers, working on his swing. What would be his timing to start the leg kick be? Play shallow. He kept saying, 'Are you sure? The guy's amazing.". Eligibility restrictions apply. DraftKings operates pursuant to an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. (Photo by F. Carter Smith. This is well known. As Junior's allure faded, a new model jumped to the forefront. I said, 'Maya, I can't do it. L.A. did everything right until Game 7 So, one day, I made a decision. Tyreque Jones celebrates with fellow defensive backs after wrapping up combine workout. His arms are rotated to the zone by his torso and his hands arent pushing forward. On Thursday, we compiled the top results from the defensive linemen, edge rushers, and linebackers, who took part in on-field drills. He did all the stuff coaches hope to see when they teach this move. Altuve was a .280 hitter with that stride pattern. Having the opportunity to play with a [future] Hall of Famer like Miguel Cabrera for a long time [in Detroit], the players that came over, it never failed, they would come over and after a couple -- two, three -- weeks, they would say, 'Man, I knew he was really good, but god, I didn't know he was that good.'