NFL Combine 2018: Official list of participants released

The NFL Combine is coming up beginning on Feb. 27, and now we know which players will be attending. The list was released Tuesday, and it includes some expected names and some surprises.

The combine is a chance for NFL hopefuls to show general managers and coaches how fast, strong, and prepared they are for the pros.

Alabama is fresh off yet another championship and leads all schools this year, with invitations extended to 14 players. Keep an eye on defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick and wide receiver Calvin Ridley, who are both slated as top 10 picks in Dan Kadar’s latest mock on Mocking the Draft.

Ohio State is second with 11 players invited. Kadar has Buckeyes cornerback Denzel Ward penciled in at No. 10 to the 49ers for now. He also has offensive lineman Billy Price projected as a first rounder.

Georgia and LSU each have 10 players who were invited this year. Florida State and Miami have nine each, and Penn State has eight players who were invited.

One of the more notable invitees is UCF’s Shaquem Griffin, who lost his left hand when he was a child. He’ll join four of his teammates in Indianapolis.

The combine will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind. You can check out the entire list of attendees below.