Having looked back at Jarvis Green's draft measurables (Green, Jarvis: LSU, 6-3 272, 4.87/40, 2.80/20, 1.76/10, 31"v, 9'1"b, 4.25ss, 7.52 3-c), I've revisited prospects with similar measurables.
McDonald, Ray: Florida, 6-4 276* 4.85/40 Compares To: JAMES HALL-Detroit...There might be bigger and quicker defensive ends than McDonald and Hall, but both rely on an explosive first step to surprise a lethargic blocker. McDonald is a bit of a 'tweener, but his added bulk and strength will make him an effective under tackle in a 4-3 alignment, and he is stout enough to play defensive end in a 3-4 formation. Just don't ask him to get to the quarterback on a regular basis, as he lacks pass rush technique and an array of moves. Had an excellent wee at the Senior Bowl.
Alama-Francis, Ikaika: Hawaii, 6-5 280* 4.78/40 Compares To: TY WARREN-New England...Alama-Francis has a developing body that might grow into a defensive tackle at the next level. Like Warren, he has the upper body strength to stack and control vs. the inside running game and shows a good burst coming off the edge. With his size and speed, utilizing him like Warren in a 3-4 alignment might be the best fit for this emerging talent. A torn pectoral muscle in the 2007 Hula Bowl will possibly hurt his draft stock, though.
*Combine weigh-ins even though neither ran or did drills there.
Abiamiri, Victor: Notre Dame, 6-4 267, 4.80/40, 2.75/20, 1.56/10, 25/225 Compares To: JUSTIN TUCK-New York Giants...Both were taught in the same Notre Dame system, where the ends attack off the edge and don't get involved much with in-line action. Abiamiri is a well-built athlete, but needs to show better hand technique in order to consistently beat the bigger blockers. He is a little slow to recognize the play and will then over-run it in attempts to compensate. However, if left isolated on the edge, he has enough functional strength and a short-area burst to pressure the pocket. Abiamiri fell below the 270-275 lb lower limit I set for myself, but watching him at the Senior Bowl, he could grow into the assignment.
Moore, Jay: Nebraska, 6-5 274, 4.92/40, 2.81/20, 1.59/10, 26/225, 34"v, 9'10"b, 4.35ss, 7.19 3-c Compares To: CHRIS KELSAY-Buffalo...Moore is sort of the Ed McMahon to Adam Carriker's Johnny Carson. He lets others get the recognition and while he might lack the physically imposing body that Carriker has, he compensates with a high motor and outstanding range. Yes, he's a bit of an overachiever and can get out of control when pursuing a quarterback, but if given a clean path to the ball, he will do whatever it takes to make the play. He is the type who won't be your best lineman, but he will create a spark up front. For teams using a 3-4 alignment, Moore's speed and ability to drop back in pass coverage might make him a more inviting target than to those that play with just a base defense. I like him more as a Willie McGinest-sized OLB, but he could bulk up to play DE.
Pittman, Chase: LSU, 6-5 270, 4.84/40 Positives: Solidly built athlete with marginal definition. Country-strong frame with room for additional growth. Instinctive defender who reads the action well and plays smart, disciplined football. Good strength at the point of attack. Rarely knocked off the ball, even against the double-team. Good overall use of hands to disengage from the block and make the play, even if he doesn't get credit for the tackle. Unselfish team defender. Makes plays when the opportunities is there. Pursues well and doesn't give up on the play.
Richardson, Jay: Ohio State, 6-6 279, 5.00/40, 2.86/20, 1.65/10, 20/225, 33"v, 9'4"b, 4.54ss, 7.50 3-c
