03-15-2008, 08:45 AM
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In the Starting Line-up
Join Date: May 2006
Location: MA
Posts: 2,456
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Re: Anyone know anything about available CB Willie James?
He was an emerging young standout CB early in his career, but was out 14 months because of lower back problems. He's a very good cover corner who has good size @ 6-0, 200 and was a very productive player early in his career w/the Giants when he went by the name of Peterson. Following the 2003 season he was so highly thought of that the Giants signed him to a 5 yr, $27 million extension (was a 3rd Rd pick in 2001 draft). His injury was a fracture to a small bone in his lower back. As far as play goes he does anticipate routes pretty well and is a physical competitor. He is still athletic even after his injury and has long arms which help with the jam and press coverage. He does match up pretty well vs big WR's but does have problems with quicker smaller types. He also does a good job of using his hands to fight off blocks. He has good quickness when closing on short routes but lacks top speed to stay with the deep routes. Is overaggressive at times and he tends to jump routes getting himself out of position. He is a solid tackler and doesn't miss in open space. Although he is a backup, he is still relatively young @ 28 yrs old and could step up and become a starter for the right team.
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