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In the Starting Line-Up
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Here are some high profile names I left off my top 32, and reasons why I did so….
Jamarcus Russell: nice guy, great arm, fata$$
Jarvis Moss: just gave an interview on Sirius while STONED
Merriweather: love his game, and I support the right of all citizens to bear arms. The fact Merriweather actually took the trouble to apply for and receive a LICENSE to carry a concealed weapon is to his credit. Still, combined with the stomping and the general inconsistency of all the Miami products this season (Olsen, K. Brown, B. Atkins, Moss etc.) I’d rather let someone else take the chance on him.
Eric Wright: Without the alleged rape incident, Wright would be the #1 cb in the draft coming out of USC. Still, the drugs found in the apartment, and the legal entanglements, although dismissed, send up a red flag. Rather let someone else roll the dice.
Aaron Ross: Heard some rumblings of off the field issues, some attitude concerns. At his combine interview he sounded a bit flakey, and tended to giggle uncontrollably. I’m sure it was just a case of nerves, definitely understandable...Hmmm….
Jamaal Anderson: very raw, a junior who played left defensive end and has a questionable motor. Plays like a slower Mario Williams. Definitely draftable, but not till rd 2 for me… of course he’ll never make it that far.
Gaines Adams: inconsistent motor. Motor is something you can’t teach and is a huge red flag for a top pick. I’d be very wary of him high in the draft. In fact, I’d let someone else take the risk.
Amobi Okoye: He plays a finesse, speed game and goes to the ground quite a bit. I don’t think his whirling dervish act will be nearly as effective vs. NFL caliber O-line talent. Once they get some tape on him he’ll be a liability vs. the run until he gets stronger. Considering he’s only 19, I would be very hesitant to make the kid an instant multi-millionaire.
Marshawn Lynch: Very talented, but tends to bruise easily. A good natured but very flakey kid, plus had a recent sexual assault incident (dismissed). The package is just a little too weird for me.
Jarrett: well-known on USC campus as a slacker, has an attitude and is slower than molasses going uphill in the winter time. Let someone else figure him out.
Dwayne Bowe: Will be a good solid possession receiver in the NFL, a la David Givens before the injury. Has a very thick build and I wonder how long he’ll be able to keep his quickness if he gains a few pounds, as 21 year olds naturally do after a season or two.
Lawrence Timmons: raw, not a leader (Buster Davis was). Many report he lacks an understanding of the game, and his natural talent does not compensate enough to take a chance in rd 1 on so unfinished a prospect.
Posluzny: Just didn’t see it in the games I watched this year, or at senior bowl practices, or in the Senior Bowl. Tested better than expected in agility drills, so maybe the knee is back to normal.
Greg Olsen: see Merriweather: all the Miami prospects were inconsistent all year, probably due to poor coaching and the craziness surrounding the team. He may have tested like a 1st rdr, but he sure didn’t play like one. And he’s terrible at blocking. Awful. Maybe he’ll turn it around in the pros. Maybe not. Who wants to take that chance in rd 1?
Levi Brown: looks very ordinary to me with heavy legs, and a lack of natural balance. The 5.3 he ran at the combine is indicative of that problem.
Ted Ginn: After he hurt his foot celebrating a TD in the BCS title game, rumor has it he could have returned to action, but didn’t want to risk his draft stock by further injury or a poor performance. That’s a little shady IMO.
Marcus McCauley: Pat Hill actually benched him down the stretch. If he's not good enough to play for a 4-9 Fresno St team as a senior, then he's not a 1st rd pick.
. So here’s my personal top 32….
* Hall of Fame potential
$ Perennial Pro Bowl Potential
+ core player
(current or former NFL player whose on-field style most reminds me of the prospect)
1. Carriker* (R. Seymour): a combo of R. Seymour and Aaron Smith
2. Calv. Johnson* (Terrell Owens): Has solid blocking ability and could become a Shannon Sharpe caliber TE in a few years when he hits 245-250 lbs.
3. R. Nelson* (R. Lott): A lot of people will say Ed Reed, but he plays a much more physical game than Ed. Reggie can play CB or S, just like Ronnie.
4. L. Landry* (Brian Dawkins): Will become the heart of an elite NFL defense. Makes the big plays, but will miss an occasional tackle just like BDawk.
5. Quinn$ (Matt Hasselbeck): potential franchise Qb, but probably not a SB winning Qb.
6. Branch$ (Pat Williams): At 6’6’’ 330 lbs, an avid “break dancer”, believe it or not.
7. A. Spencer$ (Merriman): a relentless pass rusher whose intelligence and savvy make him more deadly than measurables suggest.
8. L. Hall$ (R. Barber): a true technician, disciplined, without a conscience. A pro’s pro.
9. D. Revis$ (Ty Law): has the ball skills, casual arrogance but lack of pure speed of another cb from Aliquippa PA.
10. T. Smith$ (J. Theismann): short, mobile, ****y to the point of annoying, but a winner.
11. A. Sears$ (W. Shields): a dominant guard provided his weight doesn’t balloon.
12. J. Harrell$ (Ty Warren): can change the line of scrimmage with powerful base.
13. J. Hill$ (J. Walker): smooth, mature, intelligent, ready to contribute immediately.
14. Meachem$ (Eric Moulds): may take a little time, but has the power and speed of the young Moulds.
15. B. Leonard$ (Craig James): Tough, durable, a good pass catcher and smart. Will become the first white rb since James to gain over 1000 yards.
16. S. Rice$ (Al Toon): a tall, willowy possession receiver with the best hands in the draft.
17. B. Siler$ (D. Brooks): junk yard dog Lber with great leadership qualities, field speed and toughness.
18. J. Thomas$ (J. Gross): A solid, but not great LT prospect due to short arms.
19. D. Harris$ (Lance Briggs): sneaky fast, durable, and heady.
20. Jay Moore$ (J. Allen): relentless pass rusher with a great motor.
21. J. Blalock$ (Chris Snee): Road grader Guard.
22. Patrick Willis$ (T. Spikes): more straight line speed than quick, takes false steps, but a vicious hitter and team leader.
23. J. Gattis+ (Kerry Rhodes): plays with reckless abandon, a head hunter with ball skills.
24. L. Woodley+ (Jeremiah Trotter): strictly a 4-3 DE, or 2 down run stopping ILB. Plays with a great motor and shows an on-field love of violence.
25. T. Hunt+ (W. McGahee): has the running ability of McGahee post injury, with a better team attitude.
26. T. Shaw+ (T. Bruschi): super intangibles and versatility
27. Char. Johnson+ (Sh. Ellis): natural brute strength.
28. AJ Davis+ (Ellis Hobbs): quick, fast, good hands, will tackle.
29. R. McDonald+ (D. Robertson): solid interior defender can change the LOS.
30. J. Wade+ (Dunta Robinson): amazing athlete, diamond in the rough
31. A. Peterson+ (C. Brown): good natural skills, lacks elite vision, durability concerns.
32. Buster Davis+ (V. Wilfork’s mini-me): made of denser material than flesh and bone.
Jamarcus Russell: nice guy, great arm, fata$$
Jarvis Moss: just gave an interview on Sirius while STONED
Merriweather: love his game, and I support the right of all citizens to bear arms. The fact Merriweather actually took the trouble to apply for and receive a LICENSE to carry a concealed weapon is to his credit. Still, combined with the stomping and the general inconsistency of all the Miami products this season (Olsen, K. Brown, B. Atkins, Moss etc.) I’d rather let someone else take the chance on him.
Eric Wright: Without the alleged rape incident, Wright would be the #1 cb in the draft coming out of USC. Still, the drugs found in the apartment, and the legal entanglements, although dismissed, send up a red flag. Rather let someone else roll the dice.
Aaron Ross: Heard some rumblings of off the field issues, some attitude concerns. At his combine interview he sounded a bit flakey, and tended to giggle uncontrollably. I’m sure it was just a case of nerves, definitely understandable...Hmmm….
Jamaal Anderson: very raw, a junior who played left defensive end and has a questionable motor. Plays like a slower Mario Williams. Definitely draftable, but not till rd 2 for me… of course he’ll never make it that far.
Gaines Adams: inconsistent motor. Motor is something you can’t teach and is a huge red flag for a top pick. I’d be very wary of him high in the draft. In fact, I’d let someone else take the risk.
Amobi Okoye: He plays a finesse, speed game and goes to the ground quite a bit. I don’t think his whirling dervish act will be nearly as effective vs. NFL caliber O-line talent. Once they get some tape on him he’ll be a liability vs. the run until he gets stronger. Considering he’s only 19, I would be very hesitant to make the kid an instant multi-millionaire.
Marshawn Lynch: Very talented, but tends to bruise easily. A good natured but very flakey kid, plus had a recent sexual assault incident (dismissed). The package is just a little too weird for me.
Jarrett: well-known on USC campus as a slacker, has an attitude and is slower than molasses going uphill in the winter time. Let someone else figure him out.
Dwayne Bowe: Will be a good solid possession receiver in the NFL, a la David Givens before the injury. Has a very thick build and I wonder how long he’ll be able to keep his quickness if he gains a few pounds, as 21 year olds naturally do after a season or two.
Lawrence Timmons: raw, not a leader (Buster Davis was). Many report he lacks an understanding of the game, and his natural talent does not compensate enough to take a chance in rd 1 on so unfinished a prospect.
Posluzny: Just didn’t see it in the games I watched this year, or at senior bowl practices, or in the Senior Bowl. Tested better than expected in agility drills, so maybe the knee is back to normal.
Greg Olsen: see Merriweather: all the Miami prospects were inconsistent all year, probably due to poor coaching and the craziness surrounding the team. He may have tested like a 1st rdr, but he sure didn’t play like one. And he’s terrible at blocking. Awful. Maybe he’ll turn it around in the pros. Maybe not. Who wants to take that chance in rd 1?
Levi Brown: looks very ordinary to me with heavy legs, and a lack of natural balance. The 5.3 he ran at the combine is indicative of that problem.
Ted Ginn: After he hurt his foot celebrating a TD in the BCS title game, rumor has it he could have returned to action, but didn’t want to risk his draft stock by further injury or a poor performance. That’s a little shady IMO.
Marcus McCauley: Pat Hill actually benched him down the stretch. If he's not good enough to play for a 4-9 Fresno St team as a senior, then he's not a 1st rd pick.
. So here’s my personal top 32….
* Hall of Fame potential
$ Perennial Pro Bowl Potential
+ core player
(current or former NFL player whose on-field style most reminds me of the prospect)
1. Carriker* (R. Seymour): a combo of R. Seymour and Aaron Smith
2. Calv. Johnson* (Terrell Owens): Has solid blocking ability and could become a Shannon Sharpe caliber TE in a few years when he hits 245-250 lbs.
3. R. Nelson* (R. Lott): A lot of people will say Ed Reed, but he plays a much more physical game than Ed. Reggie can play CB or S, just like Ronnie.
4. L. Landry* (Brian Dawkins): Will become the heart of an elite NFL defense. Makes the big plays, but will miss an occasional tackle just like BDawk.
5. Quinn$ (Matt Hasselbeck): potential franchise Qb, but probably not a SB winning Qb.
6. Branch$ (Pat Williams): At 6’6’’ 330 lbs, an avid “break dancer”, believe it or not.
7. A. Spencer$ (Merriman): a relentless pass rusher whose intelligence and savvy make him more deadly than measurables suggest.
8. L. Hall$ (R. Barber): a true technician, disciplined, without a conscience. A pro’s pro.
9. D. Revis$ (Ty Law): has the ball skills, casual arrogance but lack of pure speed of another cb from Aliquippa PA.
10. T. Smith$ (J. Theismann): short, mobile, ****y to the point of annoying, but a winner.
11. A. Sears$ (W. Shields): a dominant guard provided his weight doesn’t balloon.
12. J. Harrell$ (Ty Warren): can change the line of scrimmage with powerful base.
13. J. Hill$ (J. Walker): smooth, mature, intelligent, ready to contribute immediately.
14. Meachem$ (Eric Moulds): may take a little time, but has the power and speed of the young Moulds.
15. B. Leonard$ (Craig James): Tough, durable, a good pass catcher and smart. Will become the first white rb since James to gain over 1000 yards.
16. S. Rice$ (Al Toon): a tall, willowy possession receiver with the best hands in the draft.
17. B. Siler$ (D. Brooks): junk yard dog Lber with great leadership qualities, field speed and toughness.
18. J. Thomas$ (J. Gross): A solid, but not great LT prospect due to short arms.
19. D. Harris$ (Lance Briggs): sneaky fast, durable, and heady.
20. Jay Moore$ (J. Allen): relentless pass rusher with a great motor.
21. J. Blalock$ (Chris Snee): Road grader Guard.
22. Patrick Willis$ (T. Spikes): more straight line speed than quick, takes false steps, but a vicious hitter and team leader.
23. J. Gattis+ (Kerry Rhodes): plays with reckless abandon, a head hunter with ball skills.
24. L. Woodley+ (Jeremiah Trotter): strictly a 4-3 DE, or 2 down run stopping ILB. Plays with a great motor and shows an on-field love of violence.
25. T. Hunt+ (W. McGahee): has the running ability of McGahee post injury, with a better team attitude.
26. T. Shaw+ (T. Bruschi): super intangibles and versatility
27. Char. Johnson+ (Sh. Ellis): natural brute strength.
28. AJ Davis+ (Ellis Hobbs): quick, fast, good hands, will tackle.
29. R. McDonald+ (D. Robertson): solid interior defender can change the LOS.
30. J. Wade+ (Dunta Robinson): amazing athlete, diamond in the rough
31. A. Peterson+ (C. Brown): good natural skills, lacks elite vision, durability concerns.
32. Buster Davis+ (V. Wilfork’s mini-me): made of denser material than flesh and bone.
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