Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz said an NFL coach told him QB Michael Penix is a “freak show” and “locked in first rounder” after his strong pro day.

28 March 2024

Penix ran a 4.5 40-yard dash and posted a 36.5-inch vertical leap at Washington’s pro day. The five-year college prospect also displayed a rocket arm in front of several scouts and coaches. We don’t know much about this random coach, so we wouldn’t read too much into the quote at this time, but Penix clearly generated buzz with his workout. Penix has been viewed as a Day 2 pick throughout much of the pre-draft process, but it sounds like he could sneak into the first round if other coaches are talking about him in this light after Thursday’s pro day.