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Off The Grid · 05-09-2011, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Off The Grid

Couldn't agree more.

Center has been my #1 2012 priority for a long time, now.

Ever since we passed on The Marquis de Pouncey, to be exact.

Elite Caliber Centers are very hard to come by.

And, God knows, there were none even remotely resembling that, this year.

I'm a BIG fan of Mike Brewster and Peter Konz, needless to say.

And should that Rolling Wall of Death actually come together...good GOD.

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Originally Posted by DaBruinz

Umm.. The Pats never had a chance to draft Pouncey. At least not Maurkice. He went off the board to the Steelers last year before the Pats even had their first pick.

C'mon, Bro!!

You must know that a Draft Geek like myself is fully aware that he went several spots ahead of us. I wasn't using the narrow definition of "passed", but the broader version, as in: passed on the opportunity, you see.

I consider O Center an EXTREMELY high priority, and would've done whatever it took ~ within reason ~ to get that guy, rather than wait two years...Or possibly three, if Brewster doesn't look good in April:

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Originally Posted by DaBruinz

On a separate note, do you think that Konz will leave early and enter next year's draft?

Well, to be honest with you: No.

I am madly in love with that BEASTLY Wisconsin team and their Mashing GRIZZLIES.

And it seems that they truly have something special going on there, on that O Line: A True Camaraderie. One that makes them inclined to complete their entire stay:

~ Gabe Carimi
~ John Moffitt
~ Bill Nagy
~ Josh Oglesby
~ Lance Kendricks

The LOT of them chose to play out their Senior year.

Obviously, I don't know Peter Konz, personally, but there is clearly some intense bonding going on over there, so I would have to call the chances of Konz coming out early distant, I'm very sorry to say.

Fencer · 05-10-2011, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Off The Grid

it is impossible to overstate just how vital his impact on our line up could be.

Don't sell yourself short; you'll find a way!

***DaBruinz*** · 05-10-2011, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Off The Grid

I consider O Center an EXTREMELY high priority, and would've done whatever it took ~ within reason ~ to get that guy, rather than wait two years...Or possibly three, if Brewster doesn't look good in April:

Well, to be honest with you: No.

I am madly in love with that BEASTLY Wisconsin team and their Mashing GRIZZLIES.

And it seems that they truly have something special going on there, on that O Line: A True Camaraderie. One that makes them inclined to complete their entire stay:

~ Gabe Carimi
~ John Moffitt
~ Bill Nagy
~ Josh Oglesby
~ Lance Kendricks

The LOT of them chose to play out their Senior year.

Obviously, I don't know Peter Konz, personally, but there is clearly some intense bonding going on over there, so I would have to call the chances of Konz coming out early distant, I'm very sorry to say.

You forgot Kevin Zeitler - G for Wisconsin.

Haley · 05-10-2011, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by patfanken

1. Autrocious was my intial reaction to picking Mallet. I was really against picking any QB before round 7. BUT the more I think on it the more I am warming up to it for the following reasons.

One more reason I'd add to your list. We also don't have to play against Mallet this year. He has arguably the best arm in the draft and could easily have landed in our division.

Instead of gaining Mallet, the Dolphins have the same QB issues they had last year, making them easy prey. And the Jets with Sanchez/McElroy aren't particularly awe inspiring. Fitzpatrick/Brown may have the beard power but they don't exactly strike fear. If any of these teams had gained Mallet they might have had actual QB potential in the years to come. Instead they can look forward to another year of jealously lashing out at Tommy because they haven't a good QB among them.

Additionally, I'm glad we have some control over where Mallet eventually lands. We can keep him or place him with the team of our choosing. I can just see BB at his desk in a darkened room rubbing his hands together like Mr. Burns from the Simpsons as things all go "according to plan".

MaineMan · 05-10-2011, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by DaBruinz

You forgot Kevin Zeitler - G for Wisconsin.

And then there's Rob Havenstein - 6'8"/350 last year. As a freshman (must have been a redshirt).

Snake Eyes · 05-10-2011, 03:59 PM

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And then there's Rob Havenstein - 6'8"/350 last year. As a freshman (must have been a redshirt).

Why would you want a guy that tall? They have a higher center of gravity and it's tougher for the QB to see over them and survey the field.

MaineMan · 05-10-2011, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake Eyes

Why would you want a guy that tall? They have a higher center of gravity and it's tougher for the QB to see over them and survey the field.

Not saying that I'd WANT him. Just pointing out the guy's size at such a young age. Speaking of "gravity", if the guy continues to grow, he might have his own gravitational field by the time he graduates. And, if he's really smart, he could major in astrophysics and become the subject of his own thesis.

Snake Eyes · 05-10-2011, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by MaineMan

Not saying that I'd WANT him. Just pointing out the guy's size at such a young age. Speaking of "gravity", if the guy continues to grow, he might have his own gravitational field by the time he graduates. And, if he's really smart, he could major in astrophysics and become the subject of his own thesis.

That gravitational field might get in the way of snapping the football, he might make an interesting FB though

MaineMan · 05-10-2011, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake Eyes

That gravitational field might get in the way of snapping the football, he might make an interesting FB though

Actually, now that you mention it, his gravitational field could have as much down side as upside. On the one hand, edge rushers might have difficulty achieving escape velocity once in his orbit. OTOH, so might our RBs. And attempting to throw a pass to his side could result in a lot of unintentional curve balls, not to mention "ineligible receiver" flags thrown his way (which might end up sticking to him).

Okay. I've now officially exhausted my ridiculousness for the evening.

***DaBruinz*** · 05-10-2011, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake Eyes

Why would you want a guy that tall? They have a higher center of gravity and it's tougher for the QB to see over them and survey the field.

Do you have a problem with the Pats adding Solder and Vollmer who are 6'08 1/2" and 6'07 5/8" respectively???

Now, Havenstein played guard, so that COULD be an issue, but it might not be..Havenstein could be an OT by the time he graduates (2014).. Only time will tell.

I mentioned Zeitler because he's a senior next year.