By Jim IngramFan Fanatic Sports Staff
According to NFLdraftbible.com, Brian Cushing and Clay Matthews Jr. both tested positive for steroids at the Scouting Combine in February. Why am I reporting this? In many mock drafts both linebackers have been slotted to land in New England. Considering that Clay Matthews Jr. was a 180 lb walk on at USC, this would certainly open up my eyes if I am any NFL team, much less the New England Patriots. Matthews stock received a huge bump after his impressive performance at the combine. Personally, I would have been happy with either player coming to New England next season, but have to reconsider now.
I am not naive enough to think they're the only two in the draft or the NFL using steroids and performance enhancing drugs. I also know that Luis Castillo didn't lose much ground when he was drafted 28th overall by the San Diego Chargers. If these allegations are true, the best thing each player can do is to address the situation honestly, and try to move on and show their high level of play is not reliant on steroids. Maybe their stock will drop out of the first round so the Patriots can take one of these players with a late 2nd rounder.
Stay tuned for more draft coverage as we get closer to the big weekend!
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