Coming from the same school as Cooper Kupp, it’s no surprise Chism (5-foot-10 1/8, 195 pounds) showed a gamer’s mentality on Thursday night. Working mostly out of the slot and winning with a quick release off the line, he displayed his trademark precise routes and strong hands. Chism also hurdled a safety to get downfield on one catch and made another grab over the middle knowing he would take a hit. The do-it-all playmaker also returned kickoffs and punts, getting upfield quickly and running tough to maximize each play.

Croskey-Merritt (5-10 1/2, 206) had to be hungry for a big Shrine Bowl after missing all but one game during the 2024 season due to injury, and he ate for 97 yards and two scores on 11 carries. He pressed the line hard and ran tough through tackles but also got outside and found a second gear. Even when getting hit at the line, Croskey-Merritt spun out of contact or lowered his pads and churned his legs to gain a few yards. His first score came on a hesitation move, freezing and stiff-arming LSU LB Greg Penn III in the open field before running to the corner. It was an eye-opening effort for teams in the market to pick a running back on Day 3 of the draft.

Herring (6-1, 202) played at Dartmouth and Delaware, so he needed a big week to show scouts he can make the jump to a higher level of competition. He exhibited good hands on an interception in the second quarter. Herring also had a big hit on Abilene Christian WR Blayne Taylor from off coverage, knocking the ball out after the catch. Players from FCS-level programs can get more mileage out of strong performances in all-star games, and Herring took full advantage of his opportunity.