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Bowling Green’s own Upton Stout, a standout defensive back for WKU Football, has received an invitation to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. His impressive performance during the 2023 season, including a First Team All-CUSA selection and an interception returned for a touchdown, has heightened expectations as he prepares for the Combine. Stout is among just two players from Conference USA to be invited, showcasing his potential as a rising star in the world of football.
Big News for Bowling Green: WKU’s Upton Stout Heads to the NFL Scouting Combine
Bowling Green is buzzing with excitement as local hero Upton Stout, the formidable defensive back for WKU Football, has officially received his invitation to the prestigious 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. The NFL announced this thrilling opportunity on February 13, 2025, and fans couldn’t be more proud of the talented athlete!
A Season to Remember
During the 2023 season, Stout showcased his undeniable talent on the field, earning a spot as one of the top defensive backs in Conference USA. His standout performance led to an impressive First Team All-CUSA selection, further solidifying his reputation as a defender to watch.
Over the course of the season, Stout accumulated a total of 52 tackles, including 7.5 tackles for loss and a sack. He also had a sensational catch with an interception and made his mark with a pass breakup and three quarterback hurries. Despite missing five games due to injury, he managed to finish the season strong, making 29 total tackles in just seven games, with six of them in the starting lineup.
A Star on the Rise
Stout’s 2023 season featured some jaw-dropping moments, including an electrifying interception that he returned for a touchdown during a dominant 52-22 victory over Houston Christian. Moreover, he secured his second defensive touchdown of the season by recovering a fumble and sprinting 16 yards to the end zone against FIU on November 25. His performance at the Reese’s Senior Bowl also didn’t go unnoticed, as he was named the American Team Player of the Week during practice!
The Road to the Combine
Before the 2023 season even began, Stout found himself on the Jim Thorpe Award Watch List, showcasing the expectations placed on him. His journey to WKU began when he transferred from North Texas prior to the 2022 season, and he made quite the splash right from the start. In his first game with the Hilltoppers, he returned an interception for a touchdown against Austin Peay, setting the tone for what would be a spectacular inaugural season where he recorded four interceptions and made 44 tackles, including eight in the New Orleans Bowl.
His remarkable debut earned him Freshman All-American Honorable Mention and a spot on the Conference USA Honorable Mention list. With a combination of skill, determination, and a flair for the dramatic, Stout has proven himself to be a player of great potential.
The Countdown to the Combine
As the excitement builds for the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, which will draw a whopping 329 prospects in Indianapolis from February 24 to March 3, Stout is preparing to make his mark. He is one of just two players from Conference USA to receive an invitation, highlighting his status as a rising star.
Football fans won’t want to miss the live coverage of the Combine, set to kick off on February 27 on NFL Network and NFL+. The defensive backs, including Stout, will hit the field for drills starting at 2 p.m. CT on February 28, giving them a chance to shine in front of NFL scouts and coaches.
This is an exciting time for Upton Stout and for WKU Football! As the Combine approaches, all of Bowling Green will be cheering him on and hoping to see him take his next step toward an illustrious NFL career. Go, Stout, go!
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