Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 163: Attention from all sides
The rookie training camp has begun.

On the first day, they were divided into groups according to position, with quarterbacks in one group, running backs in another group, and so on, and then basic tests were carried out on each group.

After the grouping, the position ratio of this year's rookies becomes clear at a glance.

The position with the largest number of players is cornerback, with a full forty; the second largest position is linebacker, with thirty-six players; plus the fourth largest position is defensive end, with a full twenty-nine players. No wonder it has been said that this year is a big year for defense, not to mention the quality, the quantity already has an overwhelming advantage.

For running backs, the number is the same as for defensive ends, twenty-nine.

The competition is fierce, incredibly fierce.

Imagine that among these 29 running backs, there may be only one or two positions in the first round, and only two or three positions in the second round. All other players will have to squeeze into the third round, and may not even be selected, and finally become undrafted rookies. The intensity is beyond imagination.

After entering the group, the players received jersey numbers in the group. McCaffrey was number 22 and Levi was number 23. Can this be considered a coincidence?
In the morning, the running back team first conducted basic physical parameter tests, and then conducted the Cybex test.

This is a professional test specifically used to determine a player's body flexibility and joint movement. It is particularly critical for evaluating players with injuries or a history of injuries. Coaches and evaluators pay close attention to the data from this test.

Next comes the injury assessment, which goes hand in hand with the Cybex test.

If the Cybex test detects the current condition after an injury, then the injury assessment is a judgment on the injury history, recovery status and the possibility of potential future injuries.

NFL teams take the injuries of the players they are interested in very seriously, and no team is willing to sign a glass player who is injured or prone to injury.

Especially running backs.

Originally, running back is a position full of confrontation. It can be said that playing games requires burning the body and injuries are almost inevitable. However, running backs are now in a disadvantageous position in the league, so any team choosing or signing a running back often needs to consider more.

Levi, standing in the spotlight again.

From the analysis of facts, as a former mixed martial arts player, Levi's body should have many obvious and hidden injuries, which left hidden dangers; in the just-concluded season, he took up the offensive banner of the Crimson Tide Storm, throughout the entire season, faced the impact of football for the first time, and became the target of all NCAA teams.

Naturally, Cybex testing and injury assessments need to be approached with caution.

Who knows, beneath the seemingly prosperous appearance, is there already a thousand holes?
however--

Surprise!

Brand got Levi's test data as soon as possible.

There are no secrets in the rookie training camp, everything is open and transparent. The NFL even sold the live broadcast rights, so the whole United States can watch it in real time. Everyone from the team to the scouts and even interested fans can see the situation in the training camp in real time, including all the test data.

The difference is that Brand was on site at the Lucas Oil Arena, so he was able to get a head start and see the test results on site first.

"Healthy, perfectly healthy."

Brand's confirmation made Hubble on the other end of the phone unable to control his surprise and he exclaimed.

Of course, Brand himself did the same thing and read the test report carefully again.

"Injury resistance index is 88 points."

"I'm not sure, I need to check the data, but if I remember correctly, it ranks first among the running backs who have tested so far today."

Hubble's voice of cheering with clenched fists came from the receiver of the mobile phone, "I'll go to Indianapolis, I'll be on the afternoon flight, I'll be there soon." After hanging up the phone, Brand noticed a fat figure next to him moving slowly with a grunt. His white and plump cheeks were like freshly baked steamed buns. He could see the soft chin swaying in his peripheral vision without turning his head, and he turned his head subconsciously to look over.

"Coach Reed."

The person who came was Andy Reid, the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Reed has kind eyes and always has a faint smile on his face. His mustache on his chubby cheeks trembles slightly in the wind like butterfly wings.

Hubble was a student of Reed.

In 1998, Harbaugh, who had been coaching in the NCAA, got his first NFL job in his career and went to the Philadelphia Eagles as a special teams coach.

However, just one season later, Harbaugh had just adapted to the professional arena and had not yet fully gotten on track when the head coach who hired Harbaugh, Ray-Rodes, lost his job, and Harbaugh's career became uncertain.

Unexpectedly, the new head coach Reid of the Philadelphia Eagles was willing to give them a chance to re-apply and retained four coaches, including Harbaugh.

Since then, Harbaugh has been learning under Reid for nine years until 2008, when he became the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens.

At that time, Harbaugh was not Baltimore's first choice because he had no experience as an offensive coordinator or defensive coordinator, and even had no experience as a head coach in college. Although Harbaugh was 46 years old at the time, he was still a rookie coach without much experience.

However, with the recommendation of Andy Reid and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, Harbaugh got the job.

Although they evolved from master and apprentice to rivals, Reed and Hubble always had a good relationship.

As Harbaugh's most trusted scout, Brand also knew Reed.

"Hey, Joshua, good morning." Reed sat down a seat away from the others and began to deflate the air gently and slowly, just like Baymax in "Big Hero 6".

Brand smiled and said, "That's right, John and I just talked on the phone, and he's going to come over tomorrow."

Reid pulled a bag of candy out of his pocket, held it in both hands, placed it on his chest, and slowly unwrapped it, "So, what did you find here?"

Friends are friends, and business is business.

Brand would not easily reveal the Baltimore Ravens' draft strategy, but there was no need to hide it. Being too deliberate would easily expose the truth. At this time, it was the running backs' turn to appear in front, so Brand said calmly, "This year's running backs seem to be a bit interesting."

Reid chuckled. "Oh, really? Can you tell me more?"

Brand was not fooled. "Coach Reed, your Jamal Charles is a top-tier running back in the league. Why are you interested in a running back? Wait, is Charles' injury really that serious? Will he be unable to play next season?"

Reed could immediately hear the probing in Brand's words, but he kept his composure and said slowly, "There's no need to be so nervous. I'm just asking casually. Who's behind the running backs? The quarterbacks?"

Brand couldn't help but wonder in his heart. The Kansas City Chiefs are not short of quarterbacks, and this year is a weak year for quarterbacks. What's the matter with Reed's smoke screen?

Here, Brand and Reed are holding each other back.

However, this scene fell into the eyes of Reeves not far away. Holding Levi's freshly-made test report in his hand, he could not take care of it for the time being and could not help but secretly guess:

What's going on between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs? Are they planning to trade draft picks?
Second update today.

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(End of this chapter)