Five Spartans Drafted, Ten Others Sign With NFL Teams
The 2016 NFL Draft wrapped up today. And, Michigan State was represented five times since Thursday's opening round when offensive tackle Jack Conklin was drafted eighth overall by the Tennessee Titans. But, it wouldn't be until the third round until another Spartan was called to duty, as quarterback Connor Cook was passed over in the first three rounds. It was Defensive End Shilique Calhoun who would be drafted next, by the Oakland Raiders in the third round as the 75th overall pick. Cook would fall to the fourth round when the Raiders traded up to select him with the 100th overall pick. Wide Receiver Aaron Burbridge is also heading to the Bay Area looking to earn a roster spot with the San Francisco 49ers, who selected Burbridge in the sixth round with the 213th overall pick. Offensive Lineman Donovan Clark would be the final Spartan drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the seventh round as the 224th overall pick.
Ten other Spartan players signed as undrafted free agents:
Center Jack Allen - New Orleans
Receiver DeAnthony Arnett - Seattle
Defensive Back Arjen Colquhoun - Dallas
Linebacker Darien Harris - Cincinnati
Defensive Tackle Joel Heath - Houston
Fullback Trevon Pendleton - Baltimore
Long Snapper Taybor Pepper - Baltimore
Defensive Tackle Lawrence Thomas - New York Jets
Receiver A.J. Troup - Kansas City
Safety R.J. Williamson - Green Bay