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ESPN's Mel Kiper High On Multiple Utah Utes In Upcoming 2024 NFL Draft

With the college football season over, fans are now fully focused on the NFL Draft.

A handful of Utah Utes had an opportunity to showcase their skills, and boost their draft stock this past week at the Reese's Senior Bowl. It is the premier event for draft-eligible players that allows them to work with NFL staffs, be in front of countless scouts and general managers, and also allows them to compete against the best of the best.

Following the week, ESPN's NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper adjusted his "Big Board" and to the surprise of few Utes' fans, there are Utah players all over.

Sataoa Laumea

Jan 30, 2024; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Sataoa Laumea of Utah (73) drills during practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports

Position: Offensive Guard

Kiper's Rank: No. 9 OG

Jonah Elliss

Nov 4, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Jacob Conover (15) has pass deflected by Utah Utes defensive end Jonah Elliss (83) in the second quarter at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports

Position: Outside Linebacker

Kiper's Rank: No. 7 OLB

Cole Bishop

Jan 31, 2024; Mobile, AL, USA; National defensive back Cole Bishop of Utah (8) sets a defensive play during practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports

Position: Safety

Kiper's Rank: No. 5 Safety 

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