Draft Day 2: Official Rounds 2-3 Thread

still think we need a better left tackle, I know we won a superbowl with Solder, But ive never liked him as a pass protector. now hes coming off an injury. Id like to see us take clark from TTU

patchick said:

Check me on this...we all agreed that the Patriots needed a CB, right? And Jones was a clear fit coming from Saban's defense, and a popular prediction on our own board's draft contest. And he's a smidgen bigger than Malcolm Butler.

Why is this safe, mainstream pick that fills a major need and projects to early impact being dismissed as "ridiculous"?

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i think people are disappointed that it was in the 2nd round and not the 3rd. I agree we should wait until the end of 3rd round before jumping down Bill's throat.

patchick said:

Check me on this...we all agreed that the Patriots needed a CB, right? And Jones was a clear fit coming from Saban's defense, and a popular prediction on our own board's draft contest. And he's a smidgen bigger than Malcolm Butler.

Why is this safe, mainstream pick that fills a major need and projects to early impact being dismissed as "ridiculous"?

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Let me do my best impression of my dad @Joker:

"It's because these shizz stain whiny baby chicken littles can't help but find something to complain about. It's bad, it's all bad!!! The sky is falling!!! Ga ga goo!!!"

papi!!!!!!


So good!!!!!

patchick said:

Check me on this...we all agreed that the Patriots needed a CB, right? And Jones was a clear fit coming from Saban's defense, and a popular prediction on our own board's draft contest. And he's a smidgen bigger than Malcolm Butler.

Why is this safe, mainstream pick that fills a major need and projects to early impact being dismissed as "ridiculous"?

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I'm as confused as you

OhExaulted1 said:

Oakman at #78

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Andrew Billings, NT

Billings was already a big name around Waco before he even agreed to play for the Bears, dominating on the high school football field (266 pancake blocks in his junior and senior years) and setting a state record in power-lifting with 2,010 total pounds at the state meet (805 squat, 705 dead lift, 500 on bench). Despite the high expectations, he somehow lived up to his billing. After contributing as a true freshman (two starts, 29 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss), Billings came into his own in 2014, receiving consensus first-team All-Big 12 notice with 37 tackles, 11.5 for loss. The league named him co-Defensive Player of the Year in 2015, leading Baylor with 15 tackles for loss and tying for the team lead with 5.5 sacks as he heard his name mentioned on several All-American squads. The fact he led the Bears in tackles for loss and sacks shows the athleticism and aggressive nature of his game.

I wonder if Billings and Bullard have unreported injury issues.

OT: Ortiz 2 run HR to take 4-2 lead against the Yankees in the 8th.

TommyBrady12 said:

i think people are disappointed that it was in the 2nd round and not the 3rd. I agree we should wait until the end of 3rd round before jumping down Bill's throat.

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Bradberry and Redmond have gone after Jones. I think it could be argued Jones might not have been there when the Pats picked in the 3rd.

Bullard- DT, Clark - OT or one of 2 RBs would be good value at 72.

I don't at all mind RBs in the 3rd.

We have alot or early picks if we dont end up with some good players I will be bummed out

I mean, lookit, a lot of DTs and RBs still on the board. CBs are flying like hotcakes. I like the pick more and more as the draft goes on.

Froob said:

Raps are the GOAT chokers. Love seeing their arrogant ass fans cry. They think their choker team deserves respect while they keep disrespecting a legend like Paul Pierce who roasts them every year.

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I cheer for the Raptors by default but I don't watch Basketball. I agree they're chokers. I'm not a fan of basketball but I just hope one day Raptors can make the break thru.

Brady_to_Moss said:

I'm as confused as you

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Same here, I think the kid can play right away in the nickel, My only question is how much better can he get

patchick said:

Check me on this...we all agreed that the Patriots needed a CB, right? And Jones was a clear fit coming from Saban's defense, and a popular prediction on our own board's draft contest. And he's a smidgen bigger than Malcolm Butler.

Why is this safe, mainstream pick that fills a major need and projects to early impact being dismissed as "ridiculous"?

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Because BB is arrogantly ignoring all the draft guides which have carved in stone where a player should be picked.

JMC00 said:

Apparently James Bradberry was fixing his mom's toilet when he got the call. So ya obviously even he didn't think he was going in the 2nd

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if the jets took him you could argue that it's a good foreshadowing of his career going down the toilet

from what I just read about Jones I like him, and the pick. He's scrappy and competitive, with a chip on his shoulder, plus he's versatile as a receiver turned DB and punt returner. He's got good ball skills, and a record that shows the potential to be an explosive punt returners. He'll make the roster as a special teams core player and give CB depth as a beneficial side effect. Good choice!

reflexblue said:

Ain't happnin this year. This is basically the first rnd.

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BobDigital said:

For people who are not familiar with Jones.

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Guy looks pretty good to me. Played in SEC. Saban and Pro style Defense. Dual purpose with PR. I really like this pick. He is a baller and good technique.

ok folks, tell me who is left that is really good. we have 3 picks coming up - we have to get some good players here.

Joker said:

ridiculous pick

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I won't hit "disagree", but I respectfully differ. I could see this guy really transforming the attitude of the Patriots secondary. Tough, tough dude. Comes up big in big (like National Championship) games. I'm not suggesting he has Rodney skills, but the attitude and leadership is similar. Last year Alabama had all of these 5-star guys in the secondary, and the leader was Cyrus. Who was the defensive MVP of the semi-final Cotton Bowl for the National Championship for intercepting a pass and returning a punt for a touchdown? Ummm, Cyrus. This selection does not surprise me at all, I think the Pats are going to LOVE him.