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CLICK HERE to Register for a free account and login for a smoother ad-free experience. It's easy, and only takes a few moments.Manx - Don't get caught up in putting too much into the 40 speed. Look at the entire gamut. And don't pigeon hole Banks into being a CB. A tall safety who can cover TEs would be HUGE for this defense. And, remember that he covered Quinton Patton. So that means he probably plays faster than his time. And that is also important.
A tall safety who can cover TEs would be HUGE for this defense.
Dexter McCoilA) I think you have to see the 40 time as important. Consider:
Asante Samuel 4.49
Ellis Hobbs 4.45
Terence Wheatley 4.37
Jonathan Wilhite 4.38
Darius Butler 4.41
Devin McCourty 4.38
Ras I Dowling 4.40
Alfonzo Dennard 4.48
Eugene Wilson 4.48
We've never drafted a CB that ran slower than 4.50 at the combine. Certainly things could change, but based on a previous track record, that pretty much rules out Banks for me as a CB (unless he falls to the 3rd or later).
B) Now if you are talking about Banks as a Safety, then that's a completely different matter. I'd be much happier with him in that scenario and I'd need to re-think his value in that situation.
But as a CB, I don't know why the Patriots would take Banks if the likes of Slay, Taylor, Ryan, Gratz, Trufant, and maybe Poyer are still on the board. All seem to be better fits based on track record.
I do agree with this though.
quick question: How come Sharrif Floyd is rising so much i watched some film on him since i mocked him to us after a trade down to 40 and he seemed like a late 1st early 2nd to me how has he risen to the possible first overall pick
While defensive tackle Glenn Foster was expected to be a solid free agent signing before Thursday, he is pretty much assured of being a late round pick after his Pro Day performance. At 286 pounds, Foster amazed by running a 4.78 40, vertical jumping 39 ½, broad jumping 10’9 and did 29 reps on the bench press. Although his positional workout was not as great as his testing numbers he still was significantly better than expected. He displayed surprising quickness, speed and burst during workout, although he was a little stiff changing direction and did not consistently show good reaction ability in drills.
Although their playing styles are different, the buzz around the Illinois Pro Day was that guard Hugh Thornton was going to be one of this springs big risers, similar to Kevin Zeitler, and could work his way into the high second round. There were three offensive line coaches there to meet with Thornton and put him through the paces and he did not disappoint. Not only did he display excellent flexibility and very good all-around movement skills in the workout, but he competed with the intensity, aggressiveness and edge that line coaches’ love. A naturally powerful man, Thornton showed explosiveness in his movement and impressed with his ability to maintain base while moving around so easily during the workout. Thornton looked so athletic Thursday that sources at the workout told us they would not be surprised if he were tried as a right tackle before being tried at guard in the NFL (He played left tackle primarily in 2012 and as a freshman).
Two interesting notes from the Illinois pro day:
Ex-wrester to boot. Donald Thomas replacement?
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We'd be wise to keep Thomas, he's a very good player who might become a stud under Dante, and he's not likely to break the bank either.
I had thornton in my mock draft that i wrote yesterday on the mock draft thread. Shows you how ahead of the game-eroo I am.
Two interesting notes from the Illinois pro day:
Probably not a great fit at only 286lbs, but those are some serious numbers.
A) I think you have to see the 40 time as important. Consider:
Asante Samuel 4.49
Ellis Hobbs 4.45
Terence Wheatley 4.37
Jonathan Wilhite 4.38
Darius Butler 4.41
Devin McCourty 4.38
Ras I Dowling 4.40
Alfonzo Dennard 4.48
Eugene Wilson 4.48
We've never drafted a CB that ran slower than 4.50 at the combine. Certainly things could change, but based on a previous track record, that pretty much rules out Banks for me as a CB (unless he falls to the 3rd or later).
B) Now if you are talking about Banks as a Safety, then that's a completely different matter. I'd be much happier with him in that scenario and I'd need to re-think his value in that situation.
But as a CB, I don't know why the Patriots would take Banks if the likes of Slay, Taylor, Ryan, Gratz, Trufant, and maybe Poyer are still on the board. All seem to be better fits based on track record.
I do agree with this though.
Uzoma Nwachukwu, WR Texas A&M — 40 in 4.47 / 4.45 seconds, 39.5 vert, 10"10' broad jump. 4.28 ss, 6.78 3 cone, 25 bench reps.
Tremendous comeback story and great sleeper at CB RT @PlexPerformance: DJ Hayden @_go_dj_ at UofH pro day just clocked at 4.37 & 4.34
Potential UDFA Woodhead replacement?
Sam McGuffie (RB/WR, Rice) had a monster regional combine:
4.28 40
41.5" Vert
11.2 Broad
3.8 Shuttle
Sam Mcguffie Rice highlights halfback - YouTube
Sam McGuffie Jumps Again and Again and Again - YouTube
It's not like he's a midget either at 5-10, 198.
Sam McGuffie #Rice #ProDay: 5-11, 201, 4.36 hand 4.37 Electronic, 11'2" Broadjump, 26 reps, 39.5" Vertical. #NFLDRAFT #FreakAthlete
Yikes:
https://twitter.com/LanceZierlein/status/313662260570624000
If his medicals have gone well, he's going 2nd round at the latest.