Win, Fail, or Meh? DraftTek Thanksgiving 2010 3-round draft

[ctpatsfan77]

Now with commentary!

[Note: a computer uses algorithms based on team needs to assign players; the feedback is added in retrospect.]

1-OAK Allen Bailey, 34DE, Miami
Bailey has been a force on the Hurricane DL. He's played since his freshman year, and has been someone opposing teams gameplan for since his sophomore season. His size (6-4, ~285 lbs.) makes him an ideal candidate for a 3-4 DE in the NFL. While New England has gotten some surprising performances from rookie 7th round pick Brandon Deaderick, Bailey has the potential to become a star. He has great speed for his size and constantly pressure's the QB, something NFL personnel drool over. Bailey would fill a huge need in New England.

1-NE Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
An ideal LOT. Solder is massive, coming in at about 6-9 300 lbs. He has been stupendous on the Buffaloes OL, after converting from TE following the 2007 season. Solder is a bit raw having only played OT for 3 seasons but his development has been smooth. He's bright on and off the field and is lauded for his work ethic. Solder's biggest drawback, believe it or not, is his perceived lack of bulk. Generally OTs are 20-30 lbs. larger than where Solder is at. The Patriots could snag him here and give him a year to adjust and add some weight.

2-CAR Justin Blackmon, WR, Oklahoma State
Despite the possibility of character issues, Blackmon has burst onto the college football scene and is flying up draft boards. Will he declare though? Just a redshirt sophomore, the Oklahoma State star has adequate - though not ideal - size for a feature receiver. He makes up for it in field speed. He's clocked at ~4.5 for the 40 but certainly appears faster during games. He has soft hands and would be an ideal complement to Wes Welker. Blackmon on the turf with a combo. of Tate/Welker would be a nice nucleus.

2-NE Jeremy Beal, 34OLB, Oklahoma
Beal would be a steal at this juncture, as he is rated a firnge 1st round prospect like many DE/OLB 'tweeners are this time of year. He has the great size/speed combo. a 3-4 defense needs from their OLBs. The 6-3, 267 lb. redshirt senior has been a starter since 2008 and has been a force on the outside for the Sooners. Like many 'tweeners he is a tad raw when it comes to pass recognition and coverage but he has the athleticism to overcome his current deficiencies. Rushing the passer won't be a problem, something New England must correct. [sic]

3-MIN Ryan Williams, RB, Virginia Tech
No commentary.

3-NE Nate Irving, ILB, North Carolina State
No commentary.

 

[Sciz]

Re: Win, Fail, or Meh? Thanksgiving 2010 3-round draft

Bailey is garbage for our scheme, Soldier is garbage, and picking any ILB is garbage.

 

[DaBruinz]

Re: Win, Fail, or Meh? Thanksgiving 2010 3-round draft

Bailey is garbage for our scheme, Soldier is garbage, and picking any ILB is garbage.

Pretty harsh with nothing to back it up..

People also said Vince Wilfork wouldn't work in the Pats scheme. Not saying that Bailey will, just you opinions offer no substance what-so-ever.

 

[DaBruinz]

1a - Bailey - Not the Prototypical size that BB looks for in his 3-4 DE. Seymour was 6'6 and Warren is 6'4 5/8". Both were north of 300 lbs for their college playing weight. I think he's a major reach for the Oakland pick as Bailey is a late 1st/early 2nd grade without any Juniors declaring.

1b - Solder - He's raw, but he's acclimated to the LT position at Colorado very well. Going into this season, he'd started 24 games there. He is better as a pass protector than run blocker. Was a former TE, but adding the extra 30 lbs to play OT didn't cost him any speed or agility from what I've read.

2a - Blackmon - Another RAW player.. Redshirted as a freshman. IF he was to declare, he'd be one of the youngest players in the draft. The only game he didn't have 100+ yards receiving this year is the game he didn't play in. This draft class is very weak at WR so someone could easily reach for this kid late in the 1st round..

2b - Beal - I think other candidates are better options.

3a - Williams - Would have to declare. As a Red-shirt Sophomore, he's probably better suited to playing another year of college ball than declaring.

3b - Irving - Too small to play ILB for the Pats at only 232 lbs, in my honest opinion. I would expect the Pats to be looking at a center before this point.