Young, Stroud defend against criticisms at NFL combine

By MICHAEL MAROT
`AP Sports Writer

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bryce Young has no doubt he can stay healthy in the NFL. C.J. Stroud believes he’ll be just fine running against pro defenses. The two quarterbacks generally regarded as the best in this year’s draft class had a simple message for the critics Friday — think again. They went first and second at Podium 1 during Friday’s NFL annual scouting combine, which could be the same sequence on draft night. Young’s doubters worry his lack of size could lead to injuries while Stroud’s detractors have questioned his mobility.