The 2025 Senior Bowl presented its second day of padded practice sessions on Wednesday. With one practice officially under their belts, competitiveness and intensity reached new levels. The 2025 NFL Draft hopefuls in attendance took advantage of the spotlight by maximizing their reps and opportunities. Mobile offers prospects a chance to compete under the brightest of lights. The following eight talents especially stood out during Wednesday's two practices.
Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
The offensive line group won Tuesday's practices, but one pass rusher who continuously flashed was Marshall's Mike Green. That carried over into Wednesday morning’s session. Green drew shock and awe by running right through Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. during a one-on-one rep. The small-schooler is establishing himself as a first-round pick in Mobile.
Mike Green getting through Josh Conerly Jr. chest against the jump set! pic.twitter.com/z0nLXTffgs
— The Draft Network (@TheDraftNetwork) January 29, 2025
Kyle Williams, WR, Washington State
Kyle Williams has been one of the more underrated receivers in Mobile and it was even more evident during Wednesday morning's session. Williams is a deceptively quick and nuanced route-runner, making him an incredibly tough assignment for the corners in attendance. The Washington State standout produced 1,198 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns throughout 2024 and has looked like an instant contributor once he hits the NFL.
Quincy Riley, CB, Louisville
Louisville cornerback Quincy Riley was competitive and physical throughout Wednesday's practice. He's consistently been one of the feistier cornerbacks in attendance on back-to-back days. Riley remained in-phase with receivers, disrupting their timing, and breaking up passes at the catch point.
“I want to let everyone know I’m the best DB in the country…I want to show that.” @_RyanFowler_ caught up with @LouisvilleFB Quincy Riley after Day 2 of National practice#TheDraftStartsInMOBILE pic.twitter.com/XjYtuzvLJK
— The Draft Network (@TheDraftNetwork) January 29, 2025
RJ Oben, EDGE, Notre Dame
RJ Oben may have been the American Team's most impressive defensive lineman during Wednesday afternoon’s practice. Oben used length and advanced hand technique to separate as a pass rusher. More than a one-trick pony, the Notre Dame standout consistently penetrated the backfield as an edge setter in team period. Our Ryan Fowler was impressed.
Damien Martinez, RB, Miami
Running back Damien Martinez showcased juice as a runner during the morning’s 11-on-11 competitive period and also flashed as a route-runner and pass catcher in individual drills. Martinez is extremely slippery for his size. The Hurricanes standout displayed expanded unique capabilities.
Tez Johnson, WR, Oregon
Much was made about Tez Johnson’s weigh-in when he clocked in at a historically light 156 pounds. Despite that, defensive backs have had absolutely no answer for his quickness in pass-catching drills. Johnson has been unguardable, using lightning-fast explosiveness to avoid physical press coverage at the line of scrimmage before creating ample separation. He'll do the same thing at the next level.
Oregon WR Tez Johnson New Day Same Result !!! pic.twitter.com/Hv4k9QVlti
— The Draft Network (@TheDraftNetwork) January 29, 2025
Jack Kiser, LB, Notre Dame
Mobile offers a tough environment for off-ball linebackers. They're often mismatched with tight ends and running backs in the passing game. Despite the stacked deck, Notre Dame's Jack Kiser made an impact play. With an assist from his teammate Oben on the pass rush, Kiser intercepted Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe, highlighting his ability to create turnovers in coverage.
Oben pressures and Kiser takes it away 💪
— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) January 29, 2025
The Irish are making plays down in Mobile ☘️@rj_oben 🤝 @JBKiser4 #GoIrish☘️ | @seniorbowl pic.twitter.com/rAl7UTkT3I
Miles Frazier, OL, LSU
Miles Frazier highlighted his versatile ability to play both guard and offensive tackle. NFL evaluators appreciate the multi-positional usefulness. Frazier didn't allow a single sack in 544 snaps in pass protection this past campaign. The Tigers standout has been equally as steady in Mobile.