This week is the Scouting Combine, which is arguably the single most important piece of the puzzle known as the NFL Draft.

Much more than the “underwear Olympics” that cynics have dubbed it for years, the combine provides players with a chance to meet with all 32 teams simultaneously. The interviews tend to be more important than the workouts.

Of the 330 draft-eligible players who will be on hand at Lucas Oil Stadium, 66 of them are from the SEC — more than any other conference. While Michigan leads the way with 14 invitees, which matches an all-time record, Alabama and LSU are tied for second with 10 each. Six Crimson Tide alumni alone have been given a first-round grade.

The prospects who help themselves aren’t necessarily the ones running the fastest 40s or putting up the most bench-press reps. It’s the ones who come off as professional when sitting down with coaches, GMs and, yes, the media.

Once again, I’ll be in Indy for the event. Here are five questions I’m hoping to ask of SEC players if given the opportunity.

What was going on in that car, Cam?

A little less than a year ago, Alabama offensive tackle Cam Robinson was arrested in his hometown of Monroe, Louisiana.

The eventual Outland Trophy winner was charged with possession of a controlled substance, illegal possession of a firearm and possession of a stolen gun. In a curious decision, to say the least, the district attorney chose not to pursue the case.

When Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban was asked about the incident this past July at SEC Media Days — it resulted in an off-the-air war of words with ESPN’s Paul Finebaum — he lashed out at the media. He also refused to suspend Robinson, choosing instead to discipline his blind-side pass protector internally. That’s his style.

However, every single organization will press Robinson on this issue. I was told personally that his agent has been prepping him accordingly.

Where did the D-line go, Charles?

Perhaps the most disappointing position group in the entire conference for 2016 was the defensive line at Missouri.

The two edge rushers, Charles Harris and Walter Brady, had each recorded 7.0 sacks the year before. The interior featured Terry Beckner Jr., who was a 5-star signee coming out of high school and had been productive as a freshman.

Sep 17, 2016; Columbia, MO, USA; Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jacob Eason (10) is sacked by Missouri Tigers defensive end Charles Harris (91) in the first half at Faurot Field. Mandatory Credit: John Rieger-USA TODAY Sports

Credit: John Rieger-USA TODAY Sports

But prior to fall camp opening up, Brady — along with D-tackle Harold Brantley — was kicked off the team. Beckner only suited up for seven contests and didn’t have the same impact he did in 2015. While Harris was terrific with 9.0 sacks, he did so on a Tigers defense that was 13th in the league against the run and 12th against the pass.

Harris left eligibility on the table at Mizzou in order to turn pro. I wonder what he thinks went wrong in Columbia.

Why did you leave school, Isaiah?

Even with all the talent former Georgia coach Mark Richt brought to Athens, the Bulldogs will only have one player at the combine.

That player is wideout Isaiah McKenzie, who left UGA after his junior campaign. Considering the fact that every other draft-eligible Dawg decided to return, his choice is all the more befuddling in NFL circles.

It’s not like he’s a lock for Round 1. As a matter of fact, according to the experts at CBS Sports, McKenzie is a seventh-round prospect — perhaps even an undrafted free agent. Tailbacks Nick Chubb and Sony Michel, who both stayed put, would’ve heard their names called on the big weekend much earlier than that.

I can’t profess to know McKenzie’s personal situation. Still, with better play from quarterback Jacob Eason, he may have had a huge senior year.

How good are you really, Zach?

Vanderbilt linebacker Zach Cunningham led the SEC with 125 tackles. He had 10 more than Alabama’s Reuben Foster despite playing in two fewer games.

Cunningham did everything for the Commodores. He had 16.5 tackles for loss, which was third-best in the league. The 6-foot-4, 230-pounder broke up three passes, forced two fumbles and even blocked a field goal in spectacular fashion.

Nov 5, 2016; Auburn, AL, USA; Auburn Tigers receiver Marcus Davis (80) is tackled by by Vanderbilt Commodores linebacker Zach Cunningham (41) during the first quarter at Jordan Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports

Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports

That being said, was he truly one of the conference’s elite players? Or was he simply the Alpha dog of a Vandy team that was noticeably less talented than most of its opponents on Saturday? It’s fair to wonder if he would’ve been a standout for the Crimson Tide, who have 4- and 5-star recruits that can’t even crack the rotation.

The NFL community appears to be high on Cunningham at this point. He’s projected as a first-rounder and the No. 1 outside linebacker available.

Are you a tight end or receiver, Evan?

Evan Engram of Ole Miss is listed as a tight end, and this is considered a banner year at that particular position.

Nevertheless, the two players ahead of him on most draft boards, Alabama’s O.J. Howard and Miami’s David Njoku, are more versatile. Engram, on the other hand, seemingly never put his hand in the dirt for the Rebels.

But as a pure pass catcher, Engram is a potential matchup problem at the next level. He’s a monster in the slot — linebackers and safeties alike are in trouble — and also has the ability to line up out wide on a cornerback. On the other hand, there isn’t a lot of tape on him at the collegiate level being an effective blocker.

More than likely, he’s not an every-down player. Really, he’s a glorified receiver. There’s a spot for him, though.

John Crist is the senior writer for Saturday Down South, a member of the FWAA and a voter for the Heisman Trophy. Send him an e-mail, like him on Facebook or follow him on Twitter.