The 90th annual East-West Shrine Game kicks off on Saturday, January 17 at 4 p.m. ET. It's the oldest of the collegiate all-star games, pooling over 100 seniors from schools across the country into the East and West rosters.
This week also serves as the unofficial start of draft season for NFL teams, even those still alive in the playoffs.
Over 300 NFL scouts, coaches and personnel staff have traveled to St. Petersburg to catch the daily practice sessions. There are also lots of media covering the entire process here, from interviewing players to breaking down every detail of each practice.
The Shrine Game doesn't feature any top-tier NFL prospects. Most of the players here are going to be selected on the draft's third day in Rounds 4-7 or will become undrafted free agents of some regard. This year's talent pool lacks the breakout stars from recent seasons such as offensive tackle Terron Armstead, quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo or linebacker DeAndre Levy, but the overall depth of talent is strong.
Here is everything you need to know about Saturday's game, as well as personal gleanings from the practice sessions and team hotel.
Source http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2330778-2015-nfl-draft-east-west-shrine-game-scouting-guide
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