Sat Apr 26 18:20:00 UTC 2025: **Former UCF and UAB Cornerback Mac McWilliams Aims for NFL Draft After Strong Combine Performance**
INDIANAPOLIS — Mac McWilliams, a cornerback who played for the University of Central Florida (UCF) and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), is hoping to hear his name called in the upcoming NFL Draft. Despite modest college statistics, McWilliams impressed scouts at the Senior Bowl and, significantly, at the NFL Combine.
His standout performance at the Combine, highlighted by a 4.41-second 20-yard shuttle, has boosted his draft stock. While NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein notes areas for improvement in McWilliams’ coverage techniques, he also praised the player’s physicality and tackling ability. Zierlein pointed out McWilliams’ “zero hesitation” when making tackles, describing him as a “physical tackler.”
This combination of athleticism and willingness to tackle makes McWilliams an attractive prospect for teams seeking depth at cornerback and special teams contributions. His potential role in the NFL could be as a slot cornerback or a player used strategically to manage the workload of a starting cornerback. His coachability and on-field value are seen as significant assets. The strong showing at the Combine could potentially see him selected as a late-round pick.
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