Nigel Bradham.. OLB (4th rd pick)

[ddaryl]

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2012/profiles/nigel-bradham?id=2532800

fastest 40 yd dash at combine for LB, and vertical leap

<section> Overview

Bradham is an impressive specimen for a linebacker. Physically imposing, fast and strong, he was a feared tackler in the ACC and will bring that presence to the NFL. He did occasionally struggle to see the field at Florida State and will be something of a project, but he should at least make a significant contribution on special teams.
</section> <section> Analysis

<article> Strengths

Bradham was an extremely reliable tackler as an outside linebacker. He can jolt an offensive lineman, get outside to make plays and tackle running backs. He is quick to react to the outside run and will chase it down from inside. A solid jump-and-dive tackler, he excels when pursuing the ball in the open field, though he is also good at defending the run between the tackles. He can sink his hips and fit on running backs. Additionally, he is an effective blitzer. </article> <article> Weaknesses

Bradham can be slow to recognize plays and commit to defending the pass or run. He was athletic enough to recover from this hesitation at the collegiate level but will have a hard time if he can't react more quickly in the NFL. </article>

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1619567

Analysis
Positives: Fearless, relentless and fast. Covers a lot of ground on the field. Is usually around the ball. Solid tackler. Can turn and run with TEs in coverage. Can anchor despite slightly high cut build, and uses hands well to shed blocks. Dedicated hard worker on and off the field with virtually perfect durability record. Negatives: A bit high-hipped, which limits ability to anchor and turn. Not much of a pass rusher if there is not an open lane. Ball skills are just average. Takes some dumb penalties. NFL Comparison: Jacquian Williams, New York Giants --Brad Noel

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[X-Era]

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2012/profiles/nigel-bradham?id=2532800

fastest 40 yd dash at combine for LB, and vertical leap

<section> Overview

Bradham is an impressive specimen for a linebacker. Physically imposing, fast and strong, he was a feared tackler in the ACC and will bring that presence to the NFL. He did occasionally struggle to see the field at Florida State and will be something of a project, but he should at least make a significant contribution on special teams.
</section> <section> Analysis

<article> Strengths

Bradham was an extremely reliable tackler as an outside linebacker. He can jolt an offensive lineman, get outside to make plays and tackle running backs. He is quick to react to the outside run and will chase it down from inside. A solid jump-and-dive tackler, he excels when pursuing the ball in the open field, though he is also good at defending the run between the tackles. He can sink his hips and fit on running backs. Additionally, he is an effective blitzer. </article> <article> Weaknesses

Bradham can be slow to recognize plays and commit to defending the pass or run. He was athletic enough to recover from this hesitation at the collegiate level but will have a hard time if he can't react more quickly in the NFL. </article> </section>I love this pick. He's a snot knocking LB'er who brings it every play. Instincts would be the main issue to me. But, his toughness, hitting, speed, and size make him very interesting. Wait till you see how this dude is built.

I give this pick a B.

[djjimkelly]

the kid sounds like a player

nice depth pick and possible starter

[Michael82]

Solid pick and it fills another hole! :bf1:

[BLeonard]

http://images.t-nation.com/forum_images/3/9/39cff-Bradham.jpg

-Bill

[mrbojanglezs]

ya.... I also noticed in his twitter pic guy is jacked

[Canadian'eh!]

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/MGYwJaqIzLU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[Sportsuser101]

Got a feeling Bills fans are gonna love this pick once you see him play.

[wmoz11]

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Gil Brandt, <s>@</s>PatKirwanCBS (https://twitter.com/#%21/PatKirwanCBS) & <s>@</s>TimRyan99 (https://twitter.com/#%21/TimRyan99) all love Nigel Bradham and what <s>@</s>BuffaloBills (https://twitter.com/#%21/BuffaloBills) have done all draft

[Sportsuser101]

Thats a sick clean hit

[Beebe]

NICE

[DraftBoy]

http://www.buffalobillsdraft.com/2012/04/4th-round-105th-overall-olb-nigel-bradham-fsu/


With the 105th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft the Buffalo Bills have selected OLB Nigel Bradham from FSU. Bradham is an ideal 43 OLB prospect who displays plus coverage ability.

[Michael82]

http://images.t-nation.com/forum_images/3/9/39cff-Bradham.jpg

-Bill

That's a little scary. Looks like a steroid freak!

[DraftBoy]

Added video from four games, and all official combine numbers.

http://www.buffalobillsdraft.com/2012/04/4th-round-105th-overall-olb-nigel-bradham-fsu/

[Cali512]

DAMN http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGYwJaqIzLU

[kingJofNYC]

That's a little scary. Looks like a steroid freak!

I'm pretty sure that was taken freshman year, which is mindblowing.

[YardRat]

Like it a lot.

[DraftBoy]

He was a bigger hitter when he was younger, toned it down some the last couple of years.

Biggest concern with Bradham is just dealing with blocks. Similar to the issues Kuechly had with them. Difference is taking a coverage LB who may struggle with blocks in the 4th Round is a heck of a lot better than taking one at 10.

Strong pick.

[Skooby]

I wouldn't F-with this guy or want to end up fighting him in an alley, there's footsteps entering our divisional foes subconscious minds.

[Slim]

He was a bigger hitter when he was younger, toned it down some the last couple of years.

Biggest concern with Bradham is just dealing with blocks. Similar to the issues Kuechly had with them. Difference is taking a coverage LB who may struggle with blocks in the 4th Round is a heck of a lot better than taking one at 10.

Strong pick.

Think he could challenge Morrison for a spot at OLB?

[DraftBoy]

Think he could challenge Morrison for a spot at OLB?

Yes he'll push the vets from Day 1. Mike will be hearing his pads pop in camp guaranteed.

[alohabillsfan]

Nice.pick.

[baalworship]

This is exactly where we should have taken a 4-3 OLB that can play in coverage. He also hits like a truck.

[SABURZFAN]

love the pick.

[Skooby]

love the pick.

You're just a bandwagoneer, lol.

[Mr. Miyagi]

I love this pick, after my whining about TJ Graham.

[ddaryl]

in hindsight it almost seems too good to be true that this guy was still on the board

[BloFan4Life]

Reminds me of a pick Pitt, Ravens, or the Chargers make that you ask yourself why didn't we draft him. Just a bad mofo that like the physical side of the game.

[Bert102176]

[QUOTE=djjimkelly]the kid sounds like a player

nice depth pick and possible starter[/QUOTE


will probably step in once Ferrimen goes down for the year AGAIN

[Dr. Lecter]

the kid sounds like a player

nice depth pick and possible starter


will probably step in once Ferrimen goes down for the year AGAIN

Except for the facts that they play different positions and Merriman is not a starter, this is a well thought out post!

[THATHURMANATOR]

I love this pick, after my whining about TJ Graham.
You were more bellyaching than whining

[THATHURMANATOR]

Except for the facts that they play different positions and Merriman is not a starter, this is a well thought out post!
You cant expect people to know what positions players play can you?

[psubills62]

I asked some FSU fans about Bradham on another message board. Their responses:


Very solid LB, almost a do it all except he can get burned in coverage sometimes

Former 5 star, hits like a truck and literally hurts people upon impact.

good LB, had some stiffness issues early on. this last half of his senior season, he has played his best football since being at FSU. you are getting someone who might be finally putting it all together.

Like said above it all came together this year and when you consider it was literally his second year of actual coaching I would like the idea of him getting even better

Good kid too, he is strong as an ox too

As a true freshman he showed up stronger than any LB we had and beat Everette Brown in a incline bench test

Did 315 like 6 times or something to Brown's less reps, forget what Brown did.

TIFWIW.

[don137]

Hello Mr Gronkowski meet Mr. Bradham.

[YardRat]

I would absolutely hit the ceiling from the couch if Bradham lays out Gronk or Hernandez the way he did the UM receiver.

[Skooby]

I would absolutely hit the ceiling from the couch if Bradham lays out Gronk or Hernandez the way he did the UM receiver.

Did you think that kid was still alive ?? He was F-in trucked, bring out the body bag type hit. Footsteps are getting louder.

[Lexwhat]

We do need someone who can tackle Gronkowski...

[ublinkwescore]

Except for the facts that they play different positions and Merriman is not a starter, this is a well thought out post!
if merriman is completely healthy, he WILL start.

[DraftBoy]

if merriman is completely healthy, he WILL start.

In a 43 set? Don't be so sure of that. The scheme does not fit his skill set.

[Dr. Lecter]

if merriman is completely healthy, he WILL start.
And if I was better looking, hung like a horse, smarter and more athletic I would have a horny, young hot girlfriend.

But guess what?

It ain't happening.