Army Football Players Set for Pro Day

Six Black Knights athletes to showcase skills for NFL scouts

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

The Army Black Knights football team will hold its annual Pro Day on Thursday, March 12th, where six players will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of NFL scouts. The participating players include safety Collin Matteson, slotback Noah Short, and linebacker Andon Thomas.

Why it matters

Pro Day events are crucial for college football players hoping to get noticed by professional teams and earn a spot in the NFL Draft. For the Army Black Knights, this is a chance to highlight their top talent and potentially see some of their players get selected in the upcoming draft.

The details

The six Army players participating in Pro Day are safety Collin Matteson, slotback Noah Short, and linebacker Andon Thomas. Matteson was a key part of the Black Knights' defense, Short was a dynamic playmaker on offense, and Thomas made an impact as a linebacker. The event will allow these athletes to showcase their skills through various drills and tests in front of NFL scouts.

  • The Army Black Knights will kickoff spring ball on March 6th.
  • The Army Pro Day event will take place on Thursday, March 12th.

The players

Collin Matteson

Army Black Knights safety who was a key part of the team's defense.

Noah Short

Army Black Knights slotback who was a dynamic playmaker on offense.

Andon Thomas

Army Black Knights linebacker who made an impact on the team's defense.

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What’s next

Following the Pro Day event, GBK (Go Black Knights) will conduct interviews with the participating players to provide further insight into their performances and NFL aspirations.

The takeaway

Pro Day is a crucial opportunity for Army's top football players to showcase their skills and impress NFL scouts, potentially earning them a chance to be selected in the upcoming draft and continue their football careers at the professional level.