University of Wisconsin linebacker Jonathan Casillas, who has recovered from arthroscopic knee surgery that sidelined him for workouts and the Champs Sports Bowl, is auditioning for NFL teams on Monday morning in Fairlawn, N.J., according to a league source. Casillas has visited the New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New York Jets. The 6'1,” 230-pounder has been projected as a fourth-round draft pick by NFL Draft Scout. Prior to the injury, Casillas’ previous 40-yard dash times have ranged between 4.5 and 4.63 seconds. He was unable to participate in the Senior Bowl due to the injury. For the Badgers, Casillas has registered 251 career tackles, 28 tackles for losses, four sacks and three interceptions.
Badgers’ Casillas To Work Out For NFL Teams
Published April 16, 2009 12:06 PM