There’s obviously been a history of weird questions — ranging from offensive to just downright bizarre — asked of NFL prospects at the combine by teams, meant (perhaps) to throw off players to see how they think when the pressure is on.
The 2022 edition of the combine has begun, which means WEIRD QUESTION SZN is here.
Although we haven’t heard a bizarre query asked of a prospect yet, UNC quarterback Sam Howell mentioned to reporters on Wednesday that he had to shoot baskets on a mini basketball hoop. He only hit two of five, so he joked he’s probably low on their draft board:
Sam Howell said in one team meeting — Eagles — he was asked to shoot basketballs into a mini-hoop. Missed 3 of 5. "I'm probably off their board now."
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) March 2, 2022
#UNC QB Sam Howell was asked if he’s had any strange questions from teams. No strange questions, but said the Eagles had him shoot a basketball on a mini hoop.
“I only made like 2 of 5, so I’m probably not high on their board right now” 😂 😂 pic.twitter.com/7q3oyexQbg
— Trevor Sikkema (@TampaBayTre) March 2, 2022
Honestly, if that’s the weirdest thing someone has to do this week, it’ll be a good thing.
