Does Dylan Sampson Go To The NFL In 2025?

[Volfan1000]

I think there might be a very good chance that Sampson might turn pro after this season because teams will be keying on him next season.

 

[BigOrangeTrain]

It’s possible. If he can have a few more special games, he absolutely could.

 

[wmcovol]

I think there might be a very good chance that Sampson might turn pro after this season because teams will be keying on him next season.

I expect him to declare. If he were my son, I’d recommend him to

 

[landscapingvol]

He should. The life of a running back in the NFL is very short

 

[vavolfan6]

I would say it's a near certainty. The way the NFL views RBs, it's best to start the clock on your rookie contract as soon as possible in hopes to get that 2nd contract.

Chances are he is going to be around a 3rd rd pick making around 1 mil a year on his rookie deal. He doesn't stand much to gain by staying. RBs rarely are given a 1st rd projection, and if so, its becuase they have some sort of physical trait that makes them freakish. Staying in college and padding stats might make Sampson a 2nd rounder, but you risk injury and are a year behind the clock. That and NIL would have to pay him close to an NFL salary, which for a RB, isn't happening.

So, yes, even if he loves Knoxville and his heart wants to stay, I think he will be councilled to declare.

 

[BigOrangeFanatic]

I think he's gone.

Which begs the question, who is next man up? Bishop is a great complimentary back to Sampson but I don't see him bing an every down kind of guy. Seldon is injury prone. Keith is a short yardage guy. That pretty much leaves Lewis.

 

[DaddyChad]

Pretty sure he’s planning to. Pretty sure the staff would also suggest he goes pro. Goal is to get these young men to the league.

 

[loosecannon]

Hate to see him leave but happy to see him go. He has been an absolute warrior and leader for us, but long-term the man needs to get paid ASAP. He will test incredibly well, has two above average moves with his jump cut and the spin through contact, has a good frame, and has zero character issues.

God bless the young man. He is the best we have had in a long time. I am rooting for him.

 

[Dobbs 4 Heisman]

Obviously. Any halfway decent RB should be 3 and out. And Dylan is way better than decent. He's elite. I think he goes in the first 2 rounds.

 

[Ned Ray McWorkher]

I hope he goes NFL on Alabama Saturday. He's obviously a good back. That time will come way later.

 

[UTK]

He’s basically the second best RB in the country, he’s gone imo

 

[Ernie McCracken]

Wouldn't you? Seriously?

 

[Brave Volunteer]

I think he's gone.

Which begs the question, who is next man up? Bishop is a great complimentary back to Sampson but I don't see him bing an every down kind of guy. Seldon is injury prone. Keith is a short yardage guy. That pretty much leaves Lewis.

Pretty sure similar things were said about Sampson the last couple of years.

 

[Volador]

Done

 

[VolFanNC09]

He should if he is in first 3 rounds of mock draft.

 

[hndog609]

If he more or less holds form for the rest of the season and leads the conference in yards and tds it's unlikely another season would raise his draft stock much if at all. As a fan I'd hate to lose a guy of his talent but there's no reason not to expect him to declare.

 

[Illinoisvolfan2]

Yes. I’d hate to see him go but he’s clearly an NFL caliber talent

 

[BP4Prez]

Would be crazy not to, imo.

 

[VOLINVONORE]

I doubt it. Running backs have taken a back seat in the NFL drat over the past 6-8 yard and few are being drafted until the third round or higher. If he is rated in the top 3-4 running backs, he could probably make as much from his NIL as he would make as a non-drafted player.

 

[lukeneyland]

Without a doubt. He might be the best running back in college football. He deserves it.

 

[K-town Vol Fan]

I doubt it. Running backs have taken a back seat in the NFL drat over the past 6-8 yard and few are being drafted until the third round or higher. If he is rated in the top 3-4 running backs, he could probably make as much from his NIL as he would make as a non-drafted player.

Just not true. 7 RBs taken in the first 3 rounds last year.

 

[VOLINVONORE]

Just not true. 7 RBs taken in the first 3 rounds last year.

Do you think the so call experts will have him rated in the top 7 running backs at the end of the season, I really hope so, but I doubt they will have him rated that high. I know most of us believe he should be, but we will have to see where he stands in January. I hope he gets drafted and we have a couple of backs who will be able to carry on if he is drafted.

 

[K-town Vol Fan]

Do you think the so call experts will have him rated in the top 7 running backs at the end of the season, I really hope so, but I doubt they will have him rated that high. I know most of us believe he should be, but we will have to see where he stands in January. I hope he gets drafted and we have a couple of backs who will be able to carry on if he is drafted.

I think so. But yeah I'm probably biased. We'll see

 

[BigOrangeFanatic]

Pretty sure similar things were said about Sampson the last couple of years.

Nah. He was destined to be in this spot after showing what he could do last year.

May be wrong on Bishop, guess we'll find out because I don't see Sampson sticking around and I wouldn't either if I was him. Just about an entirely new OL next year plus there would really be nothing left to prove if he did stay.

 

[RDU VOL#14]

I doubt it. Running backs have taken a back seat in the NFL drat over the past 6-8 yard and few are being drafted until the third round or higher. If he is rated in the top 3-4 running backs, he could probably make as much from his NIL as he would make as a non-drafted player.

The goal is the second contract, not NIL money.