Eli Harold left his comfort zone to prepare for the draft

Published Apr. 30, 2015 11:40 a.m. ET

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Eli Harold is a homebody, Harold's brother, Walter, told Andrew Ramspacher of the Daily Progress, but his preparation for the 2015 NFL draft has not permitted his usually lifestyle of leisure.

The former Cavalier has been on the move since the 2014 season concluded. He attended the scouting combine in Indianapolis and visited at least eight NFL teams, per the Daily Progress. This hectic slate of events has left the D-end drained.

"It’s stressful, man," Harold told the Daily Progress. "I’m exhausted."

So, will all this travel and working out help Harold's draft stock? The Virginia product isn't sure. He's being careful not to set his expectations too high while paying attention to the building buzz.

"I’ve heard some first-round buzz, but I’ve heard more second round. I’m going to expect the worst and not expect to be picked [Thursday]," he said, via the Daily Progress. "So if I don’t, I won’t be upset or something like that.

“But whatever happens, happens. I’ll just take it one day at a time after that."

(h/t Roanoke.com)

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