'Excellent Bridge' Awaits 2017 Senior Bowl Prospect

MOBILE, Ala. — A total of 110 players have been invited to the shore of Mobile Bay for what Reese’s Senior Bowl Executive Director Phil Savage wants to be an “excellent bridge” for draft eligible prospects as they begin their pro careers.

“I’m excited about the roster. I think this is a good group of players,” Savage said Monday during an opening press conference for the 68th annual all-star game.

Savage and his staff try to design a positive experience for the players as they present themselves to representatives from all 32 teams, and a helpful one to the pro organizations. Savage, who previously worked as an NFL coach, scout and personnel executive, said he considers the Senior Bowl…