Any info on this DE/OLB sleeper? This years Ziggy Ansuh? Includes video

[midwestpatsfan]

His name is Elhadji Ndiaye out of University of Nebraska-Kearney

Sounds like originally was going to walk on at Arizona until Stoops got fired.

Only been playing football for 5 years.

He had his pro day last week, but I can't seem to find any results.

What he was listed at was 6'5", 255 lbs and reportedly ran a 4.37 40.

He played on special teams and in the limited tape I can find, he does seem to have some raw skills

A couple articles I have read compare his skill set to Ziggy Ansuh from last year.

Any other draftniks been on him yet and know any more?

 

[midwestpatsfan]

Re: Any info on this DE/OLB sleeper? This years Ziggy Ansuh?

Found some additional info, sounds like he will not have his pro day until april 27th.

Here is a link to a video

Elhadji Ndiaye - DE - Nebraska Kearney - YouTube

 

[mayoclinic]

Very interesting. Good find.

Elhadji Ndiaye: The 2014 NFL Draft's Super Sleeper (Video)

He certainly looks very fast, and reminiscent at times of Ziggy Ansah. Apparently Ansah is a friend.

This season, as a senior, Ndiaye was unleashed on the world. He busted loose with 46 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, 7 sacks and 2 forced fumbles. Playing with no backup, and with an offense that had a tendency to keep the defense on the field, Elhadji displayed incredible endurance just finishing a game at times. That part about being one of the best kept secrets of the 2014 NFL draft class? Very quietly, Ndiaye has met with scouts from at least 20 NFL teams. It is truly a remarkable turnaround for a young man of tremendously high character, whom came from such humble beginnings.

“I always had to work for everything I’ve ever had, and I learned from my father to have a strong work ethic. Growing up that man did everything he could to keep us fed and worked any job he had to to provide for his family. There have been some dark times. I was homeless for a period of time between 2010 & 2011, and last year I couldn’t even afford a plane ticket home for the holidays. I stayed on campus and worked with the track team instead.”

Worked with the track team during holiday break? Seriously? Yes. This is a guy that spent this past summer sharpening his skills and developing his body into that of an elite pass rusher. He swam, boxed with Carolina Panthers RB Mike Tolbert, ran wind sprintspracticed technique with his good friend, Detroit Lions 1st round draft pick Ziggy Ansah, ran hills, and even did yoga.

“Give me 2 years, and not only will I develop as a player, I feel I’ll be a Pro Bowler. There is nothing I can’t do, or learn how to do. I have a family to provide for, and to make proud of me. I won’t be denied, and I think I’ve shown that in a short period of time. If someone overlooks me, they’re making a big mistake.”

 

[VJCPatriot]

Interesting super sleeper pickup. Here's an article on the kid:
Elhadji Ndiaye: The 2014 NFL Draft's Super Sleeper (Video)

Apparently he has some NFL ties and although he looks pretty raw, there's a lot of potential there with that physical frame and athleticism. His hands look powerful on video but I wish he would tackle with better fundamentals ie wrap up.

Yeah I'd take a chance on him in the 3rd day. Not sure I believe the 4.37 rumor... but I would believe a 4.5 from what I saw there.

 

[Get it shawtaay]

Very interesting. Good find.

Elhadji Ndiaye: The 2014 NFL Draft's Super Sleeper (Video)

He certainly looks very fast, and reminiscent at times of Ziggy Ansah. Apparently Ansah is a friend.

Looks way better than Markell Carter did in his highlights. His arms are also visibly long for his height.

He's no Ansah but a mid round pick? Perhaps.

 

[midwestpatsfan]

Did he sign after the draft anywhere? I can't find anything on him.

 

[VrabelJr]

He has supposedly signed with the Cleveland Browns.