Tyrique Stevenson raves about Rome Odunze’s ‘sneaky’ speed

Heading into the 2024 NFL draft, it was clear that Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze checked every box for league scouts when it comes to being a No. 1 receiver at the next level.

His combination of size and athleticism was impressive, but Odunze still didn’t get enough credit for just how fast he is, especially for his size.

After the Chicago Bears selected him with the No. 9 overall pick in this year’s draft, Odunze’s new teammates are quickly finding out just how much speed he brings to the table, as cornerback Tyrique Stevenson pointed out after one of this week’s training camp practices:

Bears CB Tyrique Stevenson on rookie WR Rome Odunze: “He’s sneaky fast. Like off the line, you might night realize he’s closing the cushion as fast, but once he on you, he on you. Just the fact that he’s able to run the wheel routes, he’s able to break down and run the digs, or…

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