Tyron Smith was the focal point of USC’s pro day Wednesday, and the big man didn’t disappoint the legions of scouts and coaches in attendance.

UCLA’s pro day on Tuesday provided Akeem Ayers and Rahim Moore with an opportunity to solidify their status as potential top-40 picks, and the duo delivered solid performances.

A huge NFL contingent of 90 poeple representing every team, including Super Bowl XLV coaches Mike McCarthy and Mike Tomlin, turned out to watch the Badgers perform indoors on FieldTurf at Wisconsin’s pro day.

Ryan Mallett’s workout Tuesday at Arkansas’ pro day could propel him back into the first round.

With the start of the NFL Scouting Combine only two weeks away, scouts and coaches are in the midst of intense discussions regarding the 2011 NFL Draft class.

The quarterback play has been uneven this week, but Florida State’s Christian Ponder took a big step forward at the South practice on Wednesday.

The South receivers have not been getting much publicity at the Senior Bowl this week, but Miami’s Leonard Hankerson could be changing that.

With so much focus on the quarterbacks, linemen and wideouts, the running backs have not received a whole lot of attention this week.

Boston College’s Anthony Castonzo has been impressive in every practice, and has emerged as the top offensive tackle here at the Senior Bowl.

The slot receiver has always been a vital position in the NFL, but with the emergence of stars like Wes Welker and Davone Bess in recent years, it has risen in prominence.

With both Super Bowl teams playing a 3-4 and the defensive system becoming more popular with each passing season, the time has never been better for speedy outside linebacker prospects.

MOBILE, Ala. — Oregon State’s Stephen Paea will miss the rest of the Senior Bowl with a knee injury, a source said Tuesday, and will be replaced by South Florida’s Terrell McClain.

Last year at the Senior Bowl, it was Boise State cornerback Kyle Wilson who made a huge impression. This year, it’s Boise State wide receiver Titus Young.

I don’t think that the Ravens’ Joe Flacco is a big-time quarterback. He has great talent, but I don’t know if he has the “it” factor needed to be a franchise guy.

An uneven performance at his private pro day workout could lead to a dramatic slide on draft day for Dez Bryant.