Devin
04-13-2008, 04:38 PM
This isnt a prediction, just sort of a "what I would do" type of thing. Will be moving to the draft forums shortly, just giving it a look out here. :up:
While I absolutley believe we need WR help I am of the opinion as deep as this draft is, and given the makeup of our team we need a reliable target not a pro-bowl target. That is to say I believe we can get "our man" almost anywhere in the first 4-5 rounds. I really like Nelson's potential.
1. Derrick Harvey, DE Florida
Exceptionally gifted athlete, isnt the complete prospect Long is but could turn out to be a exceptional pass rusher. Great size, would be a great compliment to stroud, mccargo and Schobel. The upgraded pass rush will help mask deficiencies in the secondary.
2. Martellus Bennett, TE Texas A&M
Amazing athlete, does a lot of things expected of a TE very well. VERY tough/physical, solid blocker, has a monsterous frame and is one of those rare prospects who may end up being a significantly better pro player than college player. What seperates Bennett from other TE prospect is quite simply that he does everything well.
3. Charles Godfrey, CB Iowa
Excellent size/frame, oustanding speed, great ball skills, very physical/tough, hits like a truck. Very raw, however upside is said to be VERY high. Had a phenomenal pro-day where he was able to showcase his athletic ability even furthur. Has amazing natural talent, if coached properly could easily start.
4. Jordy Nelson, WR Kansas St.
Great size and decent speed Nelson is tall/big target needed opposite Evans. Fantastic senior year he has a great frame and is a tough, hard worker. Very smart player who is an accomplished track athlete as well. Would make a great compliment on the other side of Evans.
4. Josh Johnson, QB San Diego
Ridiculous production in college, Josh is a phenomenal athlete and while he has just adequate arm strength he is exceptionally accurate. Has a great football IQ and is a great leader with excellent intangibles. Is still a bit raw but has everything you look for in a prospect. Is related to Marshawn Lynch (not that it matters, but if course helps).
5. Marcus Monk, WR Arkansas
Big physical WR, not the best route runner however has great hands. An absolute terror in the redzone, Monk would be an exceptional 4th wr. Is a great jumper, hes not going to stretch the field however he is absolutley the type of player you want/need inside the 20.
6. Doug Legursky, C Marshall
Strong as an ox, and an excellent technician he has adequate size. As tough as they come, Legursky has like 2-3 state records for wieghtlifting and is exactly the type of tough as nails guy I think we need in the middle. He is a leader, hard worker and has fantastic intangibles. Lacks some physical tools and would benefit sitting a year or two.
7. Mike Cox, FB Georgia Tech
Nicknamed "The Bull" outstanding lead blocker. Cox is the prototypical blocking FB, physical, nasty, and tough he excels at plowing the road. He isnt versatile however. Hes a blocker plain and simple he will get you a couple yards every now and again but thats about it, but hes very aggressive and a hard worker and doesnt quit. Just your old school, blue-collar bulldozer.
7. Dennis Keyes, S UCLA
Great senior year, amazing hitter....fearless. Has a lot of experience would project as a steady, reliable backup with starting potential. Type of player who does everything well but nothing great. Has standout ST potential, a heat seeking missle on returns. Just the type of guy Bobby April would love to have.
7. Tommy Blake, DE TCU
1st or 2nd round talent. Could probably even be a UDFA. Took a late round flyer here, Blake has the football talent of a 1st or 2nd rounder. A natural pass rusher he is a beast off the edge, has a motor that never shuts off. Very productive, very durable. Draft stock almost completley demolished because of rumored psychiatric issues. Took medical leave in 2007, long rumored to be for bi-polar disorder, Blake isnt much of a risk here but if he gets his head on straight he without question has the talent to not just start but be a solid pass rusher in the NFL.
While I absolutley believe we need WR help I am of the opinion as deep as this draft is, and given the makeup of our team we need a reliable target not a pro-bowl target. That is to say I believe we can get "our man" almost anywhere in the first 4-5 rounds. I really like Nelson's potential.
1. Derrick Harvey, DE Florida
Exceptionally gifted athlete, isnt the complete prospect Long is but could turn out to be a exceptional pass rusher. Great size, would be a great compliment to stroud, mccargo and Schobel. The upgraded pass rush will help mask deficiencies in the secondary.
2. Martellus Bennett, TE Texas A&M
Amazing athlete, does a lot of things expected of a TE very well. VERY tough/physical, solid blocker, has a monsterous frame and is one of those rare prospects who may end up being a significantly better pro player than college player. What seperates Bennett from other TE prospect is quite simply that he does everything well.
3. Charles Godfrey, CB Iowa
Excellent size/frame, oustanding speed, great ball skills, very physical/tough, hits like a truck. Very raw, however upside is said to be VERY high. Had a phenomenal pro-day where he was able to showcase his athletic ability even furthur. Has amazing natural talent, if coached properly could easily start.
4. Jordy Nelson, WR Kansas St.
Great size and decent speed Nelson is tall/big target needed opposite Evans. Fantastic senior year he has a great frame and is a tough, hard worker. Very smart player who is an accomplished track athlete as well. Would make a great compliment on the other side of Evans.
4. Josh Johnson, QB San Diego
Ridiculous production in college, Josh is a phenomenal athlete and while he has just adequate arm strength he is exceptionally accurate. Has a great football IQ and is a great leader with excellent intangibles. Is still a bit raw but has everything you look for in a prospect. Is related to Marshawn Lynch (not that it matters, but if course helps).
5. Marcus Monk, WR Arkansas
Big physical WR, not the best route runner however has great hands. An absolute terror in the redzone, Monk would be an exceptional 4th wr. Is a great jumper, hes not going to stretch the field however he is absolutley the type of player you want/need inside the 20.
6. Doug Legursky, C Marshall
Strong as an ox, and an excellent technician he has adequate size. As tough as they come, Legursky has like 2-3 state records for wieghtlifting and is exactly the type of tough as nails guy I think we need in the middle. He is a leader, hard worker and has fantastic intangibles. Lacks some physical tools and would benefit sitting a year or two.
7. Mike Cox, FB Georgia Tech
Nicknamed "The Bull" outstanding lead blocker. Cox is the prototypical blocking FB, physical, nasty, and tough he excels at plowing the road. He isnt versatile however. Hes a blocker plain and simple he will get you a couple yards every now and again but thats about it, but hes very aggressive and a hard worker and doesnt quit. Just your old school, blue-collar bulldozer.
7. Dennis Keyes, S UCLA
Great senior year, amazing hitter....fearless. Has a lot of experience would project as a steady, reliable backup with starting potential. Type of player who does everything well but nothing great. Has standout ST potential, a heat seeking missle on returns. Just the type of guy Bobby April would love to have.
7. Tommy Blake, DE TCU
1st or 2nd round talent. Could probably even be a UDFA. Took a late round flyer here, Blake has the football talent of a 1st or 2nd rounder. A natural pass rusher he is a beast off the edge, has a motor that never shuts off. Very productive, very durable. Draft stock almost completley demolished because of rumored psychiatric issues. Took medical leave in 2007, long rumored to be for bi-polar disorder, Blake isnt much of a risk here but if he gets his head on straight he without question has the talent to not just start but be a solid pass rusher in the NFL.