Marcus Freeman OLB at #121 ????

[ddaryl]

If he is still there (knock on wood)




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he sounds like a WOLB in for a 4-3 D.

[seanbillsfan]

Love this guy. However it is the bills and we will pick a CB instead

[TheMan08]

I rather go ILB next. I don't know how or why but Jasper Brinkley is on the board still.

Strengths:
Terrific size and bulk with long arms...Athletic with good timed speed and a burst...Excellent strength...A reliable tackler...Powerful and can deliver a big hit...Able to take on and shed blockers...Does a nice job of filling in the box...Good pass rusher / blitzer...Outstanding work ethic.

We can move Poz to outside.

[TedMock]

If he is still there (knock on wood)




he sounds like a WOLB in for a 4-3 D.

I'm a big fan of this kid too.

[Saratoga Slim]

I'd be very happy with Freeman. I've heard him interviewed on Sirius, and afterwards the hosts (Jim Miller & ?) could not say enough. He was really impressive on the air.

Granted, we're looking for a OLB, not a broadcaster. But from his profile, it sounds like he's decent in coverage, reasonable speed and good football IQ. I'd be happy with that pick.