Which Badgers players were drafted into the NFL in 2015? Even though they aren't one of the more prestigious schools
out there, the Wisconsin Badgers do seem to have a few players that are drafted
each year. This year they had two. Let's take a look at those.
Melvin Gordon/RB- Melvin Gordon entered this draft as one of
the premier running backs available. He ended up being the second one taken.
Todd Gurley was selected by the St. Louis Rams at number 10 overall. Gordon was
selected number 15 overall by the San Diego Chargers. Gordon will go to a team
that has been searching for a number one running back since LaDainian Tomlinson
left in 2009. Gordon has good speed and will fit well in the Chargers offense.
Rob Havenstein/OL- The other Wisconsin Badger selected in
the 2015 NFL draft was offensive lineman Rob Havenstein. Rob Havenstein was
taken by the St. Louis Rams with the 57th selection overall, late in
round two. He will should be an important part of the Rams line early, and will
be important in keeping new quarterback Nick Foles upright and will be asked to
open holes for rooking running back Todd Gurley as well.
There were other Badgers that were draft prospects but
didn't get drafted. Still, that does not mean their NFL dreams are over. Wide
receiver Kenzel Doe was invited to the New England Patriots mini-camp but did
not earn a contract. Defensive lineman Warren Herring actually signed an
undrafted free agent contract with the Atlanta Falcons, and has a good shot to
make the team, or at least the Falcons practice squad. Defensive back Peniel
Jean did not get picked up by anyone.
