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***BelichickFan*** · #11 02-15-2007, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by DaBruinz

Just remember, prior to drafting Wilfork, the Pats had the stigma of not drafting underclassmen. (only 1 in 5 drafts).

Prior to drafting Mankins, the Pats under BB hadn't taken an O-lineman in the 1st round. Not only did he draft an O-lineman in round 1, but it was an interior O-lineman as

Everyone ruled out BB taking a TE after he drafted Wilfork because they already had Graham.

When it comes to BB & Pioli, I have decided not to rule out the possibility of them doing anything. A LOT will be determined in the next 6 weeks.

I don't disagree. I'm just saying I'll believe it when I see it. And I think we're FAR MORE likely to see a couple of veteran LB signed than drafted high.

cstjohn17 · #12 02-15-2007, 04:00 PM

Something different that is for sure, sounds kinda of interesting...

Not sure about Moss but on paper it looks ok, play Willis in a 3 man rotation (1-2 downs) with a veteran of your choice and Bruschi.

ROLB - Colvin, Woods
RILB - Bruschi, Willis, Mays
LILB - Veteran (Fletcher, Edwards, Harris), Alexander
LOLB - Vrabel, Moss

RDE - Seymour, Hill
NT - Wilfork, Smith
LDE - Warren, Wright

RCB - Hobbs, Scott?
LCB - Samuel, Gay?

SS - Harrison, Sanders
FS - Wilson, Hawkins?
ST - Andrews, Mitchell, Jones

Pretty good mix of vets and youth. If Samuel is retained the defense looks pretty good (and quite young) at first glance.

dryheat44 · #13 02-15-2007, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by patchick

Gotta say, that's more thoughtful than most. Noting BB's connection to Mayer's Florida team, for instance, shows he's paying attention.

But I'd still be shocked to see 2 LBs in the first round!

Except that BB likes Florida receivers, especially those who've played for Meyer. Owing to the offensive similarities. To my quick recollection, Guss Scott is the only Florida defensive player -- the only UF non-receiver, actually -- that BB has drafted.

Much like drafting 3-4 front seven players on defense, all things being equal, take the player who has experience in your system.

SamBamsFan · #14 02-15-2007, 05:01 PM

Jeremy Mincey says hi. (How soon they forget!)

Also, Caldwell & Gaffney played @ UF before Meyer got there.

carolinatony · #15 02-15-2007, 05:13 PM

I would love this BUT can't see Willis falling to 28

28. New England (12-4)
Projected pick: Patrick Willis, ILB, Mississippi

broadwayjoe · #16 02-15-2007, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaBruinz

Just remember, prior to drafting Wilfork, the Pats had the stigma of not drafting underclassmen. (only 1 in 5 drafts).

Prior to drafting Mankins, the Pats under BB hadn't taken an O-lineman in the 1st round. Not only did he draft an O-lineman in round 1, but it was an interior O-lineman as

Everyone ruled out BB taking a TE after he drafted Wilfork because they already had Graham.

When it comes to BB & Pioli, I have decided not to rule out the possibility of them doing anything. A LOT will be determined in the next 6 weeks.

You make a good point and before drafting Maroney the Pats under BB hadn't drafted a running back in the first round so it will be interesting to see what they do on draft day.

dryheat44 · #17 02-15-2007, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SamBamsFan

Jeremy Mincey says hi. (How soon they forget!)

Also, Caldwell & Gaffney played @ UF before Meyer got there.

Quickly indeed.

On the second point, I'm well aware. However those guys weren't originally signed by BB, and in fact were the best of what was available at the time. I think the fact they're UF receivers are co-incidental. Jackson and Kight are not.

shirtsleeve · #18 02-16-2007, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SamBamsFan

Todd McShay of espn.com/ scouts inc has his newest mock up Today. He has the Pats picking:

24. New England (from Seattle)

Projected pick: +Jarvis Moss, DE/OLB, Florida
The Patriots have not been keen on drafting linebackers on Day 1, but that could change this year. Bill Belichick has a thing for players out of Florida and Moss is a perfect fit as a developmental rush linebacker in the Patriots' 3-4 scheme.

28. New England (12-4)

Projected pick: Patrick Willis, ILB, Mississippi
Tedy Bruschi and Mike Vrabel are not getting any younger. Willis is instinctive, tough, quick and versatile enough to earn a starting job as a rookie, which would allow Vrabel to move back to his more natural outside linebacker position.

Subscription needed: http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/draft...odd&id=2765614

If this turns out to be true, you wont be able to wipe the smile off my face!

***DarrylS*** · #19 02-16-2007, 08:39 AM

As much as I would like to see this scenario played out, somehow difficult to predict as there will be movement on the FA front and some of these needs may be met this way. IMO a 1st round rookie LB with a lot of upside on a 5 year contract makes a lot of sense to me.

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