Report: Top NFL Draft prospect Montez Sweat has heart condition

Mississippi State defensive end Montez Sweat is one of the most exciting and physically gifted players entering next month’s NFL Draft, but it will be interesting to see if teams have concerns about his health.

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported on Sunday that doctors at the NFL Scouting Combine last month took a thorough look at Sweat because of a pre-existing heart condition. While players in the past have been sent home and not allowed to take part in drills because of health concerns, no restrictions were placed on Sweat.

Sweat’s agents told Rapoport they cannot comment on the specific medical condition, but they insist it is not a concern.

“Montez is the same person that was medically cleared to play and dominate the SEC, the Senior Bowl, and the NFL combine,” the agency said. “No change in health and no change in domination!”

Sweat, who is 6-foot-6 and 260 pounds, set the internet on fire with his incredible 40-yard dash time at the Combine. While teams will almost certainly look into his heart condition, it doesn’t sound like it is anything that will send him tumbling down the draft board.