Caleb Farley - NFL Draft - DEF

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2 min read • April 25, 2021

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The media reports generated by his agent paints a rosy medical picture, but we have significant concerns. The Virginia Tech defensive back, projected to be drafted in the first round, had recent lumbar microdiscectomy surgery after opting out the past season. This is now his second back surgery. He has had discs removed at two different levels. This increases the chances of future low back problems. Media reports have him as the most talented defensive back in the draft, but his medical evaluation will play into when he is selected. Depending on what his exam and MRI look like, we could even see him falling out of the first round. Medically there is some long-term risk here. We don't doubt that he will be ready to go for training camp, but the worry is for the future. Farley will be a tempting selection for a contending team needing a superior talent today. He doesn't seem like a great fit for a team building for the future.