Jets like Rice.... player (deep in the draft)

vilmatic · Apr 12, 2006

I sure as hell don't know him, but....

Syptak's becoming Mr. Popular
Senior draws interest from Bears, 49ers, Jets

By MOISEKAPENDA BOWER
Copyright 2006 Houston Chronicle

Just last week, Owls senior John Syptak appeared to have few options for continuing his football career.

Later in the week, the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers threw their names in the hat of potential suitors for his professional services.

The Bears contacted Syptak's agent, Jeff Nalley of Select Sports Group, late last week and asked whether Syptak would have any interest in a workout at fullback.

Syptak was an all-conference defensive end for the Owls but has been projected as a linebacker (the position he played at Bellville High) by some NFL teams, including the New York Jets.

Syptak worked out for the Bears on Monday at Rice Stadium. Two weeks ago, He ran the 40-yard dash in a sub-par 4.80 seconds after bulking up to 253 pounds for league personnel in advance of Rice's pro day. Having shed 10 pounds prior to Monday's workout, Syptak ran a 4.68 in the 40, then put on an impressive display of athleticism.

"They basically see John as a football player," Nalley said of the Bears. "They thought he had really good hands and, for never having run a pass route, he had really good feet."

The Bears have fullback Bryan Johnson, a player who made a successful transition from defense ? Johnson was a three-year starter (1997-99) at linebacker for Boise State ? to offense. They were impressed enough with Syptak that they will fly him to Chicago for an interview.

A week ago, the Jets, who view Syptak as an inside linebacker in their 3-4, were the only team to have a scheduled meeting with Syptak before the April 29-30 draft. That will take place on Thursday in New York, one day after the 49ers fly Syptak to San Francisco for an interview.

It seems certain teams realize Syptak's potential, regardless of position.

Said Nalley: "I would be surprised if John didn't play in the NFL for 10 years."
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TheCoolerGlennFoley · Apr 12, 2006

Mangini's Jet version of Dan Klecko?

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