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Former Gophers linebacker Blake Cashman was selected in the fifth round (No. 157) of the 2019 NFL Draft by the New York Jets.
In 2018, Cashman led the team with 104 tackles (62 solo), 2.5 sacks and 15 tackles for loss. He also forced a fumble and tallied one defensive touchdown. The young linebacker flashed his versatility and displayed productivity as a blitzer. As a sophomore, he consistently put up big numbers and the former walk-on earned a scholarship prior to his junior season.
During March’s NFL Scouting Combine, Cashman turned the heads of scouts and significantly improved his draft stock. He posted a 4.51 40-yard dash, a 37.5-inch vertical and a 10'4" broad jump. His RAS metrics resulted in a 9.55 output, which was above average at his position group. He notched just 18 bench press reps, but felt the number showed scouts there were no lingering issues regarding past shoulder injuries.
Cashman gained momentum during the draft process, but slid down the board further than many anticipated. He will now acclimate into the Jets’ 3-4 defensive scheme and can move around the system as a versatile pass rusher. Cashman is someone that fits well with Gregg Williams’ defensive scheme.
In 2018, Cashman led the team with 104 tackles (62 solo), 2.5 sacks and 15 tackles for loss. He also forced a fumble and tallied one defensive touchdown. The young linebacker flashed his versatility and displayed productivity as a blitzer. As a sophomore, he consistently put up big numbers and the former walk-on earned a scholarship prior to his junior season.
During March’s NFL Scouting Combine, Cashman turned the heads of scouts and significantly improved his draft stock. He posted a 4.51 40-yard dash, a 37.5-inch vertical and a 10'4" broad jump. His RAS metrics resulted in a 9.55 output, which was above average at his position group. He notched just 18 bench press reps, but felt the number showed scouts there were no lingering issues regarding past shoulder injuries.
Cashman gained momentum during the draft process, but slid down the board further than many anticipated. He will now acclimate into the Jets’ 3-4 defensive scheme and can move around the system as a versatile pass rusher. Cashman is someone that fits well with Gregg Williams’ defensive scheme.