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Is Von Miller Really That Good?

03-28-2011, 09:23 PM

I have seen a lot of excitment over Miller. Some even predict him going #3 overall to Bills. A few month ago, Fairly, Darius, Peterson, Green, were firmly in the top. It seems Miller might even be first Defensive Player off the board (could happen).

Anyway how good is this guy? Who does he compare to?

In the last few years, there have been a number of top 10 pics at LB that turned out to be average to good, but not great. What makes this guy different?

Who would you want:
-assuming Darius is off the board:
1) Fairly
2) Peterson
3) Miller
4) Top DE available/anyone DE you like

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03-28-2011, 09:46 PM

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I'm starting to lean towards Tyron Smith, OL, USC.
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03-28-2011, 09:48 PM

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If Dareus is gone, I can see the Bills take Miller at #3.
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03-28-2011, 10:03 PM

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Miller is a stud he plays intense but it is also his leadership that will pave way to a long, successful career. He has the opportunity to be a starter from day one and not only rush the passer but anchor the run D on the outside as a smart, physical player. I would love him to be our pick.

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03-28-2011, 11:30 PM

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Originally posted by TacklingDummy

I'm starting to lean towards Tyron Smith, OL, USC.

no to OL. What has Long done for miami?

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03-29-2011, 12:30 AM

Re: Is Von Miller Really That Good?

Da'Quan Bowers as he has the size and versatility to allow us to play both a 3-4 and 4-3 defense
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03-29-2011, 03:49 AM

Re: Is Von Miller Really That Good?

Originally posted by Mike

I have seen a lot of excitment over Miller. Some even predict him going #3 overall to Bills. A few month ago, Fairly, Darius, Peterson, Green, were firmly in the top. It seems Miller might even be first Defensive Player off the board (could happen).

Anyway how good is this guy? Who does he compare to?

In the last few years, there have been a number of top 10 pics at LB that turned out to be average to good, but not great. What makes this guy different?

Who would you want:
-assuming Darius is off the board:
1) Fairly
2) Peterson
3) Miller
4) Top DE available/anyone DE you like

Miller had 28 sacks in 2 seasons. That's a big number from a percentage standpoint. Front 7 talent like that usually trumps DBs by level of importance to a defense considering you build from the inside out. Fairley might have been above Miller if it were not for the fact that Fairly only had one good year while Miller was more consistent. JMO
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03-29-2011, 05:55 AM

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Im starting to think more and more that Von Miller will be selected by Buffalo.
I just have a feeling....
Just look at the avatar.........

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03-29-2011, 06:21 AM

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I have heard some experts say he is a clone to Derrick Thomas. I have not seen him play much but if that is true any team would be crazy to pass on a guy with that kind of ability.

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03-29-2011, 06:41 AM

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Originally posted by justasportsfan

no to OL. What has Long done for miami?

Filled their tackle spot for years to come?
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03-29-2011, 07:24 AM

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He's very talented and if he can take his talent and make a complete game out of it then he has unbelievble potential. He's also a massive risk and likely has the biggest bust factor of all the top 10 players being considered.

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03-29-2011, 07:28 AM

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Originally posted by DraftBoy

He's very talented and if he can take his talent and make a complete game out of it then he has unbelievble potential. He's also a massive risk and likely has the biggest bust factor of all the top 10 players being considered.

I would disagree - Newton has at least as big of a bust factor.

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Lecter is right in everything he said.
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03-29-2011, 07:30 AM

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I would disagree - Newton has at least as big of a bust factor.

Yes and no, but its a different. Newton has the skills to be a good QB, with Miller we arent even sure he has LB skills. He didnt play LB in college, he played a hybrid ROV/LB/DE position which allowed him to roam all over the field pre-snap. People are moving him to LB because he's too small to play DE in a 4-3 or 3-4 and they are hoping he can learn the discipline to be an NFL caliber LB.

Newton we know can play the QB position and has the skill set to at least perform there, we honestly dont know that about Miller yet.

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03-29-2011, 07:56 AM

Re: Is Von Miller Really That Good?

Originally posted by DraftBoy

He's very talented and if he can take his talent and make a complete game out of it then he has unbelievble potential. He's also a massive risk and likely has the biggest bust factor of all the top 10 players being considered.

Are you saying he could be another Aaron Maybin?
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03-29-2011, 07:59 AM

Re: Is Von Miller Really That Good?

Originally posted by DraftBoy

He's very talented and if he can take his talent and make a complete game out of it then he has unbelievble potential. He's also a massive risk and likely has the biggest bust factor of all the top 10 players being considered.

He's by far the best pure linebacker in this draft. Both Gabbert, and Newton are higher risks than he is. In fact, there isn't a likely bust factor in this whole draft bigger than Cam Newton. Everyone who follows football knows that.
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