Chargers Take a Look at Baylor's Danny Watkins in Preparation for 2011 NFL Draft
According to Aaron Wilson of the National Football Post Danny Watkins, the 6'3" and 310 pound guard from Baylor, is going to have a private workout with the San Diego Chargers.
Despite playing tackle at Baylor Watkins in universally considered one of the best interior offensive linemen in the 2011 NFL Draft.
His stock has been on a steady incline since the end of the college football season. He had an impressive Senior Bowl and solid NFL Combine.
If the Chargers are going to draft Watkins they would likely have to do so with their first pick as he projects to be a late first or early second round selection.
The No. 18 overall selection held by the Chargers would be a bit of a reach.
Watkins is an interesting prospect for many reasons.
Watkins grew up playing rugby and hockey in his native Canada.
"I played hockey and rugby in high school. ...Never really watched football." Watkins was quoted in by Wilson in the above linked article. "When you're 270 pounds in the 12th grade, there weren't many players in the NHL that size."
No, there certainly aren't many men that size playing hockey. Although it would certainly pique some interest.
After high school Watkins moved to California to pursue a career as a firefighter. That is when he found football, and he began playing a Butte Community College. He transferred to Baylor after two years.
And this winding road to the NFL draft means that Watkins is going to be old in rookie terms as he is currently 26.
He probably also isn't going to be a Charger, but if he is available when they make their second pick?mid-20's or not?he is worth it.
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