Everything I heard about the 2026 Big Ten at the combine: Anthony Smith mentioned

[MisterGopher]

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7083827/2026/03/04/nfl-combine-big-ten-2026-prospects/

Defensive line​

Minnesota defensive end Anthony Smith, who was a first-team All-Big Ten selection, surprised some by announcing his return following the Gophers’ bowl appearance. Smith led the Big Ten with 12.5 sacks and was second with 17.5 tackles for loss.

“Anthony’s a great player,” Minnesota defensive tackle Deven Eastern said. “I fully agree with his decision. He’s gonna work another year in college. He’s gonna get bigger, faster and stronger, and that dude’s gonna come out swinging this next season.”

 

[Arminius]

I love those two guys...both Anthony and Deven appear to be special men.

 

[GophEnEspaña]

I do wonder if he got feedback from NFL scouts that he needs to focus on x, y, z. Maybe beef up and add more weight so he can play more often inside because they didn't grade him well (or as high as we think he deserves) as a rush-end?