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This is the second reference recently I have read to NFL scouts who believe Long can play 3-4 OLB. Cimini claims to have talked to 2 NFL scouts, in addition to Mayock. We'll have to wait and see for the combine. Profootballweekly's Nawrocki says C. Long is a verified 6'3 5/8, 274 lbs. In this article he is listed at 6'3'' 266. My guess is that he has bulked up to 275 to play on the line, but could shed weight, down to a Vrabelesque 265. If the gist of this article is true, and Long can play OLB, he would be my draft pick as of today.
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/f...t_love_kellen_clemens_to_pass_on.html?ref=rss
Here is a ranking of the top six prospects (juniors included), a consensus based on interviews with two scouts and various scouting services:
Darren McFadden, RB, Arkansas: If the junior sensation decides to turn pro (why wouldn't he?), he would jump to the top of most draft boards. Yes, the Jets gave $11million in guarantees to Thomas Jones, but it would be hard to pass on an Adrian Peterson clone. "A breathtaking talent," one scout said.
The Dolphins and the Rams have big-time backs - Ronnie Brown, if healthy, and Steven Jackson, respectively - so they could pass on McFadden.
Glenn Dorsey, DT, LSU: He's Dewayne Robertson, except better. Said one NFC scout: "This kid is as good as it gets." Scouts have mixed feelings on whether Dorsey (6-1-1/2, 310) is big enough to play in a 3-4 defense, and Eric Mangini isn't going to divorce his beloved 3-4 to accommodate one player.
Chris Long, DE, Virginia: He is the son of Hall of Famer Howie Long. At 6-3, 266, he is too small to play end in the 3-4, but scouts believe he has the athleticism to be a rush linebacker. Long also has off-the-charts intangibles. Ding, ding, ding! Long will be the Jets' pick in April. Mark it down.
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/f...t_love_kellen_clemens_to_pass_on.html?ref=rss