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TheGhostofJimKelly
05-02-2007, 06:16 AM
I found some profiles on these guys:

WR Jamalle Cornelius - Florida (5-11, 184, 4.57)
BIOGRAPHY: Moved in and out of the starting lineup the past three years. Senior totals were 34/523/3, after 29/383/1 as a junior.

POSITIVES: Undersized yet improving receiver with consistent hands. Runs well laterally, adjusts for the errant throw and extends to grab the ball from the air. Contorts and makes the tough catch with defenders draped on him.

NEGATIVES: Rounds off routes. Not a physical pass-catcher who can take a pounding.

ANALYSIS: Possessing the speed and talent to be a third wideout at the next level, the question will be whether Corneilus can quickly adapt to an NFL passing offense.

WR Scott Mayle - Ohio (6-1, 178, 4.43)
Pos:
Speedy, athletic wide out yet to take his game to the next level. Makes the reception in stride, looking the pass into his hands and displaying good concentration. Comes back to the ball out of breaks, adjusts to the errant throw and holds onto the pass after taking a pounding.

Neg:
Does not consistently play to his 40 time. Must improve his overall blocking. Marginally productive on the college level.

C Chris Gaddis - Villanova (6-1, 300, 5.25)

OG Corey Davis - James Madison (6-3, 328, 5.48)
Four-year starter who’s been used at both the tackle and guard positions. All-Conference selection after his junior and senior campaigns, and was named All-American last year.

Pos:
Wide-bodied, powerful blocker who works best on the inside. Stays square, blocks with good lean and displays outstanding overall body strength. Controls opponents at the point or turns them off the line, and opens holes for the running game. Solid position blocker who seals defenders from the action. Works hard until the whistle blows. Makes effective use of angles, blocks with solid fundamentals and remains alert.

Neg:
Lacks flexibility, balance and adjustment, which adversely affects his ability to finish blocks. Marginal footwork in space and does not display top lateral range.



DT Corey Mace, Wyoming (6-3, 285, no 40)
All-Mountain West Conference Second Team: Corey Mace was Wyoming's top defensive lineman, ranking No. 4 on the team in tackles (51). Among defensive linemen in the MWC, Mace ranked among the top tacklers, averaging 4.2 tackles per game -- right behind Tommy Blake of TCU, who averaged 4.3 tackles per game. Mace was third in tackles for losses on the UW defense, with 5.5 on the season. He had an unbelievable game for a defensive lineman against Air Force, recording 13 total tackles. Another outstanding game for the defensive end was against Colorado State, making five tackles, including one TFL and breaking up one pass. His high sack game came on the road at Virginia, where he recorded 2.0 sacks in the game. He was part of a Wyoming defense that ranked No. 8 in the nation in total defense, allowing opponents only 262.9 yards of total offense per game. Part of a Wyoming pass defense that ranked No. 8 in the nation in pass defense, allowing opponents only 156.3 yards passing per game. Also helped lead the UW pass defense to a No. 14 national ranking in pass defense efficiency (104.9 rating).


CB Reggie Lewis, Florida (5-10, 204, 4.54)
POSITIVES: Athletic cornerback still developing at the position. Reads receiver.s eyes, locates the ball in the air and nicely times pass defenses. Quickly breaks to the action and wins out in battles.

NEGATIVES: Just average pedaling in reverse and prefers to side-shuffle. Struggles downfield with his back to the ball. Does not show top-end speed.

ANALYSIS: A solid athlete who displayed improvement as a senior, Lewis still has a ways to go, yet offers the size/speed numbers to get a look in camp this summer.

CB Duane Coleman, Clemson (5-10, 199, 4.57)
BIOGRAPHY: Former running back who moved to cornerback midway through his junior campaign and was awarded All-Conference mention last season after totaling 73/1/2. Led Clemson in rushing as a redshirt freshman with 615 yards.

POSITIVES: Well-built prospect who has displayed several dimensions to his game. Physical defensive back who gets off blocks and quickly closes to the play. Reads the action, is quick up the field and makes plays against the run.

NEGATIVES: Not fluid pedaling in reverse. Average ball skills.

ANALYSIS: A heady ballplayer with above-average size/speed numbers, Coleman is a dime back at the next level who must produce on special teams, an area where he was effective at Clemson.

SS Stacey Thomas, Texas Southern (5-10, 209, 4.5)
2006 Walter Camp 1-AA All-America Team: Safety Stacey Thomas finished the season with 114 tackles (46 solo), 5.5 tackles for loss, five interceptions, six breakups, four fumble recovers and 1 sack. He also had an interception for 35 yard touchdown and a fumble recovery for a 23 yard touchdown. Thomas had two seasons with more than 100 Tackles (2004 -104 & 2006-114). Nationally, Thomas ranked 9th in interceptions, 15th in tackles and 33rd in pass defense. He was also honored as Preseason All-SWAC second team. On December 4th, he was named Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Defensive Player of the Year and All-SWAC First Team DB. The last Texas Southern player to win the SWAC Defensive Player of the Year was Lenard Mack (LB) in 2000.

YardRat
05-02-2007, 06:20 AM
Nice. One of the corners may actually have a shot at making the team if they can outperform Greer or Bassey.

Don't Panic
05-02-2007, 06:48 AM
Lewis and Coleman's weaknesses will get cloaked in our scheme... hopefully one of the two will pan out. Lewis probably has the edge since he's already seen some prime time exposure. Great pick up for an UDFA.