East West Shrine Bowl: Jan 30, 8 PM

[CuseLegacy]

 

[Dinkyspond]

Wow, the Cuse guys are killing it in practice. Outstanding to see!

 

[rrlbees]

 

[hoopsupstate]

He obviously made the right decision to declare for the draft. I hope he keeps killing it in practice and at the game next week. Couldn’t happen to a nicer guy.

 

[SuFTW]

Shrine Bowl 2025: Standout Players After Day 1

The first day of East-West Shrine Bowl practices have come and gone, yet these players have shown to be standouts on Day 1.

theleaguewinners.com

Oronde Gadsden II, TE, Syracuse​

One of the best players at the Shrine Bowl, Oronde Gadsden II showed why he is viewed as such a dynamic threat.

No matter the matchup, the Syracuse tight end was getting open. He was creating constant separation with his routes, using his frame to shield off defenders, and catching the ball through contact.

Gadsden Jr. also showed off some of his speed, using it to make himself a more open target when his quarterbacks needed him the most.

It was just another day of great receiving production for the star tight end. Gadsden is one of the best pure receiving talents at his position, if not in the entire draft. He is a trusted weapon for his quarterbacks and continues to show that he can beat any competition lined up against him.

If Gadsden replicates this production all week, he will prove once again to the wider football community that he is a valuable asset as a pure pass-catcher.

 

[SuFTW]

Shrine Bowl 2025: Stock Up, Stock Down After Day 1

Learn about which players saw their NFL stocks rise, and who saw theirs fall after the first day of practice at the 2025 Shrine Bowl.

theleaguewinners.com

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Oronde Gadsden II, Tight End – Syracuse (East Team)​

The Syracuse Orange had a number of players stand out on the first day of practice. However, it’s hard not to put Oronde Gadsden II on this list. The Syracuse tight end surprised many when he weighed in at 247 pounds; and, given his quickness on the field, it’s hard to blame them.

Gadsden is a proficient route-runner who glides across the field. Yet his soft hands and awareness make him an instant receiving threat.


The tight end made multiple adjustments during practice, and is a true unicorn at the position. His blocking may take time to get up to speed at an NFL-level, but it’s hard to ignore the talent on display.

Fadil Diggs, Edge – Syracuse (East Team)​

Perhaps out of nowhere, Syracuse Orange Edge Fadil Diggs showed he was a dominant force on the first day at the Shrine Bowl.

The ‘Cuse prospect showed an endless motor in Saturday’s practice, as well as a plethora of moves to attack opposing offensive linemen. Diggs was especially impressive during live reps, where he was consistently in the backfield. Shrine Bowl’s Owen Riese (AD of college scouting) named Diggs as a prospect to watch this week, and it’s hard to say he’s wrong with reps like these.

 

[OrangeXtreme]

 

[baggerbob]

Shrine Bowl 2025: Stock Up, Stock Down After Day 1

Learn about which players saw their NFL stocks rise, and who saw theirs fall after the first day of practice at the 2025 Shrine Bowl.

theleaguewinners.com

​

Oronde Gadsden II, Tight End – Syracuse (East Team)​

The Syracuse Orange had a number of players stand out on the first day of practice. However, it’s hard not to put Oronde Gadsden II on this list. The Syracuse tight end surprised many when he weighed in at 247 pounds; and, given his quickness on the field, it’s hard to blame them.

Gadsden is a proficient route-runner who glides across the field. Yet his soft hands and awareness make him an instant receiving threat.


The tight end made multiple adjustments during practice, and is a true unicorn at the position. His blocking may take time to get up to speed at an NFL-level, but it’s hard to ignore the talent on display.

Fadil Diggs, Edge – Syracuse (East Team)​

Perhaps out of nowhere, Syracuse Orange Edge Fadil Diggs showed he was a dominant force on the first day at the Shrine Bowl.

The ‘Cuse prospect showed an endless motor in Saturday’s practice, as well as a plethora of moves to attack opposing offensive linemen. Diggs was especially impressive during live reps, where he was consistently in the backfield. Shrine Bowl’s Owen Riese (AD of college scouting) named Diggs as a prospect to watch this week, and it’s hard to say he’s wrong with reps like these.

That is what Dart is all about, Diggs who played out of position all year for the team. When we lost 4 DL for the year and had to go to 3 Down Lineman, he never complained, just did what DRob needed from him and won games.

 

[Cusefan69]

That's a pro mindset, love it.

 

[upperdeck]

good for kyle. Interviews will be his friend.

 

[Irishsecra1]

good for kyle. Interviews will be his friend.

So true. He literally should be one of the best interviews at any position.
So happy for hm!

 

[ElwoodJBlues]

good for kyle. Interviews will be his friend.

When teams put the VR headset on him and ask him to read the defense he’s going to shine.

 

[SuFTW]

2025 NFL draft: 4 potential Chargers targets that stood out on Day 2 of East-West Shrine Bowl

Day 2 of the East-West Shrine Bowl offered plenty of standout players that should have caught the attention of the Los Angeles Chargers.

chargerswire.usatoday.com

The East-West Shrine Bowl continued Sunday in Frisco, TX, with the second practice session leading up to Thursday’s game.

Here are four players who made positive impressions.

TE Oronde Gadsden II, Syracuse​

The Chargers need more production from their tight ends in the passing game. Gadsden brings a wide receiver skillset to the tight end position. For his size, at 6-foot-2 and 247 pounds, he is a smooth mover with good foot quickness and explosive in and out of his routes. Gadsden caught everything thrown at him, reeling in the football with his long wingspan and strong hands. He led all tight ends nationally with 969 yards receiving.

WR Jackson Meeks, Syracuse​

The wide receiver room needs some retooling this offseason. The Chargers should look to add a true No. 1 wideout, but additional depth is also a must. Meeks raised eyebrows by consistently getting open with sharpness in his routes and playing physical. He made a nice catch through a defensive pass interference penalty deep down the sideline. Meeks only had 10 catches for 131 yards during his time with Georgia, and amassed 78 catches for 1,021 yards, and seven catches in one season with Syracuse.

 

[All4SU]

2025 NFL draft: 4 potential Chargers targets that stood out on Day 2 of East-West Shrine Bowl

Day 2 of the East-West Shrine Bowl offered plenty of standout players that should have caught the attention of the Los Angeles Chargers.

chargerswire.usatoday.com

The East-West Shrine Bowl continued Sunday in Frisco, TX, with the second practice session leading up to Thursday’s game.

Here are four players who made positive impressions.

TE Oronde Gadsden II, Syracuse​

The Chargers need more production from their tight ends in the passing game. Gadsden brings a wide receiver skillset to the tight end position. For his size, at 6-foot-2 and 247 pounds, he is a smooth mover with good foot quickness and explosive in and out of his routes. Gadsden caught everything thrown at him, reeling in the football with his long wingspan and strong hands. He led all tight ends nationally with 969 yards receiving.

WR Jackson Meeks, Syracuse​

The wide receiver room needs some retooling this offseason. The Chargers should look to add a true No. 1 wideout, but additional depth is also a must. Meeks raised eyebrows by consistently getting open with sharpness in his routes and playing physical. He made a nice catch through a defensive pass interference penalty deep down the sideline. Meeks only had 10 catches for 131 yards during his time with Georgia, and amassed 78 catches for 1,021 yards, and seven catches in one season with Syracuse.

Did Gadsden shrink to 6’2”?

 

[sufan59]

Did Gadsden shrink to 6’2”?

Got to be a typo. If he is 6’2, everyone else is like 3 inches smaller than their listed height.

 

[orangefog]

They have OG listed as 6042 in official height. I believe that is 6'4.2"?

 

[SuFTW]

They have OG listed as 6042 in official height. I believe that is 6'4.2"?

The final number is eighths.

Height

• Reported as a four-digit number, with the first digit representing feet, the next two representing inches, and the last representing eighths of an inch
• For example, 6013 represents 6 feet, 1 3/8 inches

 

[orangefog]

The final number is eighths.

Height

• Reported as a four-digit number, with the first digit representing feet, the next two representing inches, and the last representing eighths of an inch
• For example, 6013 represents 6 feet, 1 3/8 inches

Ok, so 6'4 1/4" official height

 

[721Comstock]

Ok, so 6'4 1/4" official height

And 247 weight!!

OGII is a beefy boi.

Dude about to get PAID.

 

[Franz69]

 

[SuFTW]

Day 2 notes

2025 East-West Shrine Bowl Practice Notes: Day Two East Team

Check out the day two East team practice notes from the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl inside the post! It includes storytime.

vendettasportsmedia.com

Quarterbacks:

Kyle McCord is clearly the best quarterback here but Cam Miller made some real throws today. As I said last time, he’s overachiever vibes but just executing the easy stuff, which not everybody does during this event, he thrived.

Wide Receivers:

KeAndre Lambert-Smith deserves his flowers. He’s in that Jahan Dotson mold but he made some plays to really high point the ball. Great to see a guy like him make tough catches.

Thought Jackson Meeks had some moments. Doesn’t look slow either.

Tight End:

The Syracuse guys are standing out. This tight end is something. He’s a lump of clay and if he really figures it out… look out.


Defensive Line:
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Syracuse is the theme.
https://twitter.com/ThomasCP_NFL?re...shrine-bowl-practice-notes-day-two-east-team/
@ThomasCP_NFL

Syracuse EDGE Fadil Diggs may have murdered Cam Miller if he could hit the QB in these drills. He is having a MONSTER day. #ShrineBowl

 

[PhatOrange]

Steelers round 1

 

[Irishsecra1]

NFL Draft 2025: Shrine Bowl takeaways and standouts, including a QB who could be taken earlier than expected

With Shedeur Sanders sitting out, Kyle McCord was the top-performing QB

www.cbssports.com

Just posted by CBS.
Great news for Kyle and Jackson.

 

[sufan59]

Someone tell me this isn’t all an orange colored glasses echo chamber lol. Let’s take a step back, OG was the only player that throughout his career you can be close to 100% confident was actually getting drafted. The more players drafted and of course producing in the NFL is HUGE for the program. It’s a sign that our development, strength, and conditioning program is very legit.

 

[721Comstock]

Someone tell me this isn’t all an orange colored glasses echo chamber lol. Let’s take a step back, OG was the only player that throughout his career you can be close to 100% confident was actually getting drafted. The more players drafted and of course producing in the NFL is HUGE for the program. It’s a sign that our development, strength, and conditioning program is very legit.

Nah, if our S&C was legit, all these guys woulda been playing DL by now.



Clearly they lacked sufficient dedication.