What's new
Fantasy Football - Footballguys Forums

This is a sample guest message. Register a free account today to become a member! Once signed in, you'll be able to participate on this site by adding your own topics and posts, as well as connect with other members through your own private inbox!

2009 NFL player comparisons (1 Viewer)

pjconley

Footballguy
I found these player comparisons on Walterfootball.com. For some positions, they randomly did just their 5th ranked player’s profile (I.e. Kentucky CB Trevard Lindley). I believe they’re posting a new profile randomly once in a blue moon, but interesting stuff. I'll keep updating as the site updates... I was a bit shocked when I saw the Bo Jackson comparison... I’ll wait to see what some of the college football nuts have to say about it..

QB

-Tim Tebow, Florida

Player Comparison: Byron Leftwich. Both players have a similar release and solid mobility. Leftwich could never master the necessary timing and accuracy recquired in a West Coast offense. I fear the same for Tebow.

-Matt Stafford, Georgia

Player Comparison: JaMarcus Russell. Russell was very much like Stafford coming into his junior season. Has that elite arm but never lived up to his billing. Sure Stafford isn’t as big as Russell, but his arm strength, touch, and potential are on Russell’s level.

-Curtis Painter, Purdue

Player Comparison: Marc Bulger. For most of his career, Bulger has been a very consistent passer displaying solid (but not great) arm strength and elite accuracy. I see Painter as a very similar player because of that accuracy, but he needs time to be developed in the NFL.

RB

-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.

TE

-Brandon Pettigrew, Oklahoma State

Player Comparison: Marcedes Lewis. For whatever reason, Lewis hasn’t lived up to his billing as a first-round draft pick, but that isn’t what a player comparison is about. It’s about comparing skill sets. Lewis was a big, athletic target and a solid blocker coming out of UCLA, which is similar to what I have seen out of Pettigrew so far.

C

Alex Mack, Cal

Player Comparison: Matt Birk. Yes, Mack is good enough to be compared to Birk, and is going to enter the NFL as possibly the biggest center in football. His intelligence and leadership is very reminiscent of Birk’s, and he should be a Week 1 starter at either center or guard.

DE

Greg Middleton, Indiana

Player Comparison: Dewayne White. White and Middelton are very similar prospects, considering they are shorter than ideal 4-3 ends, with decent athleticism, and very strong at the point of the attack. I think Middelton is a much better prospect than White was, and has more upside in the pros because he is a little more athletic and gives a better motor in pass rush.

DT

Fili Moala, USC

Player Comparison: Igor Olshansky. Can’t play three-technique, but can be an adequate nose tackle in the 4-3; best fit is at five-technique in the 3-4 where he can plug the run going against offense tackles using his size to his advantage.

ILB

Rey Maualuga, USC

Player Comparison: Barrett Ruud. Ruud is one of the best young linebackers in the NFL and consistently makes big plays. Maualuga displays that same kind of great leadership. Both play the run very well and have great lateral range.

CB

Trevard Lindley, Kentucky

Player Comparison: Leigh Bodden. Bodden is one of the best press man corners in the NFL with outstanding ball skills. Lindley has a similar frame as well.

 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio StatePlayer Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
;) I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
 
Last edited by a moderator:
I found these player comparisons on Walterfootball.com. For some positions, they randomly did just their 5th ranked player’s profile (I.e. Kentucky CB Trevard Lindley). I believe they’re posting a new profile randomly once in a blue moon, but interesting stuff. I'll keep updating as the site updates... I was a bit shocked when I saw the Bo Jackson comparison... I’ll wait to see what some of the college football nuts have to say about it..

QB

-Tim Tebow, Florida

Player Comparison: Byron Leftwich. Both players have a similar release and solid mobility. Leftwich could never master the necessary timing and accuracy recquired in a West Coast offense. I fear the same for Tebow.
Yes, Leftwich and Tebow have similar mobility, just like Brady and Vick have similar accuracy.
 
well.....tebow is ####ed

edit: i agree chase that was a big wtf???? for me too.

 
Last edited by a moderator:
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio StatePlayer Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
;) I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level.
Duckett?
 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio StatePlayer Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
;) I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level.
Duckett?
No, he's a niftier runner. I think he can be an effective starter in the NFL level. He has good power, balance, and straight line speed. What I don't see is the elite burst/quickness. If you read some of the press clippings you'll get the impression that he's a future stud. I think his NFL impact will be more along the lines of Rudi Johnson or Stephen Davis. A good grinder who can churn out tough yards. Probably not a gamebreaker though. Definitely not a freak athlete like Bo Jackson. Of course, this is all preliminary and there are a lot of blank data points left to fill in before my assessment is final. I'm eagerly anticipating the USC/OSU game this season. There will be a lot of NFL talent on the field for that contest.
 
Last edited by a moderator:
Beanie is alot faster than he appears. He's definately not track speed fast, but he is football fast for such a big guy.

 
-Tim Tebow, FloridaPlayer Comparison: Byron Leftwich. Both players have a similar release and solid mobility. Leftwich could never master the necessary timing and accuracy recquired in a West Coast offense. I fear the same for Tebow.
Wow. Just wow.Best comp I can find for Tebow is Daunte Culpepper. Both are really big, strong guys, whose mobility is based more on just out-muscling people (C'Pep because he's huge, Tebow because he's freak-strong) than it is on running around people (a la Cunningham, Vick, or either Young). Both guys have SERIOUS cannons. Both are guys who are underrated as passers because their rushing skills overshadow. Both are guys with big questions about their decision-making skills because they've never had a ton of need to run through progressions and make reads (Culpepper because he had Moss and Tebow because he has Urban Meyer).No matter what happens with Tebow in the NFL, though, I guarantee whatever team drafts him is going to make extensive use of him as a goal-line vulture. He's just too big of a weapon in that regard for them not to.
 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:no: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I beg to differ, completely......Wells is a PREMIER talent......not quite Bo Jackson (who was a legit sub 4.3 forty.....legend has him clocking a 4.18 while running track at Auburn).....but Wells has great burst through the hole, very nice vision, and good lateral movement for a guy so big, he's a legit 235.......If he were in this most recent draft, he'd be rated clearly above Mendenhall and Stewart, and slightly ahead of McFadden.......I'm calling it right now, because "I don't wait, I anticipate"........this guy will be an uber-stud in the NFL.......right from the start......Calling all dynasty players, don't hesitate to take this guy in the Top 8-12 in startup dynasty leagues....That will actually be great value when looked at from the rearview....just like "AD" in '07.........and D-Mac in '08.......I'm not buying into the skepticism on the truly elite RB talents
 
QB

-Tim Tebow, Florida

Player Comparison: Byron Leftwich. Both players have a similar release and solid mobility. Leftwich could never master the necessary timing and accuracy recquired in a West Coast offense. I fear the same for Tebow.
I stopped reading right there... And then promptly picked myself back up off the floor. :goodposting:
 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio StatePlayer Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:goodposting: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level.
Duckett?
No, he's a niftier runner. I think he can be an effective starter in the NFL level. He has good power, balance, and straight line speed. What I don't see is the elite burst/quickness. If you read some of the press clippings you'll get the impression that he's a future stud. I think his NFL impact will be more along the lines of Rudi Johnson or Stephen Davis. A good grinder who can churn out tough yards. Probably not a gamebreaker though. Definitely not a freak athlete like Bo Jackson. Of course, this is all preliminary and there are a lot of blank data points left to fill in before my assessment is final. I'm eagerly anticipating the USC/OSU game this season. There will be a lot of NFL talent on the field for that contest.
Good observations, EBF. I'd compare him more to Corey Dillon because he does have more speed than Rudi or Stephen, but he is similarly built to all three. I think he's explosive, but your points are valid and (despite being a Wolverine fan) I'm eager to see what he does this coming year.
 
This was posted by "Coldpizza" in another forum in response to the same topic.

The comparisons are obviously being made at the college level. Byron Leftwich was an extremely mobile QB at Marshall, before suffering a severe leg injury at the tail end of his junior year. It wasn’t until he settled down and began to show his meddle as a pocket passer that his draft stock really started to take off. He was still elusive as a senior and was frequently compared to Daunte Culpepper at UCF coming out. Most scouts had him ranked above every QB in his class, with the exception of Carson Palmer. You people have extremely short term memories.

 
This was posted by "Coldpizza" in another forum in response to the same topic.The comparisons are obviously being made at the college level. Byron Leftwich was an extremely mobile QB at Marshall, before suffering a severe leg injury at the tail end of his junior year. It wasn’t until he settled down and began to show his meddle as a pocket passer that his draft stock really started to take off. He was still elusive as a senior and was frequently compared to Daunte Culpepper at UCF coming out. Most scouts had him ranked above every QB in his class, with the exception of Carson Palmer. You people have extremely short term memories.
I don't recall Leftwich ever being very mobile.
 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:unsure: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I beg to differ, completely......Wells is a PREMIER talent......not quite Bo Jackson (who was a legit sub 4.3 forty.....legend has him clocking a 4.18 while running track at Auburn).....but Wells has great burst through the hole, very nice vision, and good lateral movement for a guy so big, he's a legit 235.......If he were in this most recent draft, he'd be rated clearly above Mendenhall and Stewart, and slightly ahead of McFadden.......I'm calling it right now, because "I don't wait, I anticipate"........this guy will be an uber-stud in the NFL.......right from the start......Calling all dynasty players, don't hesitate to take this guy in the Top 8-12 in startup dynasty leagues....That will actually be great value when looked at from the rearview....just like "AD" in '07.........and D-Mac in '08.......I'm not buying into the skepticism on the truly elite RB talents
Whole heartedly agree with EBF.Whole heartedly disagree with kremenull.

Wells is talented and will be a solid starter in the NFL, but nowhere near elite levels.

Rudi Johnson, Corey Dillon and Stephen Davis are good comparisons in terms of upside and NFL impact.

 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:X I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I beg to differ, completely......Wells is a PREMIER talent......not quite Bo Jackson (who was a legit sub 4.3 forty.....legend has him clocking a 4.18 while running track at Auburn).....but Wells has great burst through the hole, very nice vision, and good lateral movement for a guy so big, he's a legit 235.......If he were in this most recent draft, he'd be rated clearly above Mendenhall and Stewart, and slightly ahead of McFadden.......I'm calling it right now, because "I don't wait, I anticipate"........this guy will be an uber-stud in the NFL.......right from the start......Calling all dynasty players, don't hesitate to take this guy in the Top 8-12 in startup dynasty leagues....That will actually be great value when looked at from the rearview....just like "AD" in '07.........and D-Mac in '08.......I'm not buying into the skepticism on the truly elite RB talents
Whole heartedly agree with EBF.Whole heartedly disagree with kremenull.

Wells is talented and will be a solid starter in the NFL, but nowhere near elite levels.

Rudi Johnson, Corey Dillon and Stephen Davis are good comparisons in terms of upside and NFL impact.
I like to be on the dark side... :hophead: .....Each person sees things through different lenses.......The NFL loves these types of backs, big, powerful, and faster than you think....The thing that separates this guy from most any other larger RB.......is his quick feet.......I don't think this can be underestimated.......I see a consistent 1500 yd rusher, double-digit TD guy. I see more S-Jax than Dillon/Davis....If so, sounds like Top 5 to me......Like anything else, time will tell :blackdot:

 
Last edited by a moderator:
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:confused: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I don't think any back can compare with Bo Jackson's size/speed/athleticism. But I cannot believe you just compared him to Anthony Thomas. He is strong, and explosive, watch some film of him. He gets started quickly and you better square up on him to have a chance to tackle him. Definitely a better prospect than McFadden. Here are some clips (song contains some objectionable language for those watching with kids in the room):
What I like about him, is that he cuts inside alot, which tells me, his game is very well suited for the pros. I think he is a faster Stephen Davis, which is a very good thing.

 
Last edited by a moderator:
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:shrug: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I don't think any back can compare with Bo Jackson's size/speed/athleticism. But I cannot believe you just compared him to Anthony Thomas. He is strong, and explosive, watch some film of him. He gets started quickly and you better square up on him to have a chance to tackle him. Definitely a better prospect than McFadden. Here are some clips (song contains some objectionable language for those watching with kids in the room):
I said he's more athletic than A-Train. Stephen Davis is pretty close to a more athletic version of A-Train. That's about where I see Wells. He doesn't have the elite burst to be a true superstar, but he can be a solid starter. He's closer to guys like MB3, Rudi, and Davis than guys like Faulk, Tomlinson, or Westbrook.
 
EBF said:
Chase Stuart said:
EBF said:
pjconley said:
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio StatePlayer Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:bag: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level.
Duckett?
No, he's a niftier runner. I think he can be an effective starter in the NFL level. He has good power, balance, and straight line speed. What I don't see is the elite burst/quickness. If you read some of the press clippings you'll get the impression that he's a future stud. I think his NFL impact will be more along the lines of Rudi Johnson or Stephen Davis. A good grinder who can churn out tough yards. Probably not a gamebreaker though. Definitely not a freak athlete like Bo Jackson. Of course, this is all preliminary and there are a lot of blank data points left to fill in before my assessment is final. I'm eagerly anticipating the USC/OSU game this season. There will be a lot of NFL talent on the field for that contest.
:bowtie: I think Wells is a little bit overrated myself. I like the 3 M's in the class: Moreno, McCoy and Murray.
 
EBF said:
Chase Stuart said:
EBF said:
pjconley said:
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio StatePlayer Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:X I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level.
Duckett?
No, he's a niftier runner. I think he can be an effective starter in the NFL level. He has good power, balance, and straight line speed. What I don't see is the elite burst/quickness. If you read some of the press clippings you'll get the impression that he's a future stud. I think his NFL impact will be more along the lines of Rudi Johnson or Stephen Davis. A good grinder who can churn out tough yards. Probably not a gamebreaker though. Definitely not a freak athlete like Bo Jackson. Of course, this is all preliminary and there are a lot of blank data points left to fill in before my assessment is final. I'm eagerly anticipating the USC/OSU game this season. There will be a lot of NFL talent on the field for that contest.
:goodposting: I think Wells is a little bit overrated myself. I like the 3 M's in the class: Moreno, McCoy and Murray.
Interesting thing is that Wells is bigger, and probably faster than both Moreno and McCoy......but not faster than Murray....only bigger
 
I just watched that highlight reel once again.......This guy has ALL the tools......for a big RB, he has really good burst.....not top-end 4.3 speed or anything, but his acceleration through the holes is top-shelf.....and his feet, patience, vision, and decisiveness are excellent....This is a top-shelf NFL, and fantasy RB....I don't know what you guys are looking at here, but this guy is at least as good as S-Jax......and last time I checked, he's (S-Jax) Top 3 in dynasty leagues...

 
Last edited by a moderator:
EBF said:
pjconley said:
This was posted by "Coldpizza" in another forum in response to the same topic.The comparisons are obviously being made at the college level. Byron Leftwich was an extremely mobile QB at Marshall, before suffering a severe leg injury at the tail end of his junior year. It wasn’t until he settled down and began to show his meddle as a pocket passer that his draft stock really started to take off. He was still elusive as a senior and was frequently compared to Daunte Culpepper at UCF coming out. Most scouts had him ranked above every QB in his class, with the exception of Carson Palmer. You people have extremely short term memories.
I don't recall Leftwich ever being very mobile.
That's because he never was. He's been a statue his whole career.
 
pjconley said:
This was posted by "Coldpizza" in another forum in response to the same topic.The comparisons are obviously being made at the college level. Byron Leftwich was an extremely mobile QB at Marshall, before suffering a severe leg injury at the tail end of his junior year. It wasn’t until he settled down and began to show his meddle as a pocket passer that his draft stock really started to take off. He was still elusive as a senior and was frequently compared to Daunte Culpepper at UCF coming out. Most scouts had him ranked above every QB in his class, with the exception of Carson Palmer. You people have extremely short term memories.
Tim Tebow's college rushing stats so far are 89/469/8 (5.3 ypa) and 210/895/23 (4.3 ypa). I couldn't find Culpepper's rushing stats, but I found that he went over 1,000 yards rushing with 24 rushing TDs during his career. And Leftwich? In 2000, he had 82 carries for 83 yards and a score. In 2001, he had 64 carries for 92 yards and two scores. In 2002, he had 37 carries for -1 yard and 3 scores. These comparisons weren't obviously made at a college level, they were obviously made by someone who hadn't watched the two players play.
 
I don't think any back can compare with Bo Jackson's size/speed/athleticism. But I cannot believe you just compared him to Anthony Thomas. He is strong, and explosive, watch some film of him. He gets started quickly and you better square up on him to have a chance to tackle him. Definitely a better prospect than McFadden. Here are some clips (song contains some objectionable language for those watching with kids in the room):

Funny how that highlight reel makes you think he's a superstar, when this more impressive highlight reel has people thinking the guy is a COP back at best. :mellow: Wells looks really slow on his runs, and I don't see a ton of power

 
I just watched that highlight reel once again.......This guy has ALL the tools......for a big RB, he has really good burst.....not top-end 4.3 speed or anything, but his acceleration through the holes is top-shelf.....and his feet, patience, vision, and decisiveness are excellent....This is a top-shelf NFL, and fantasy RB....I don't know what you guys are looking at here, but this guy is at least as good as S-Jax......and last time I checked, he's (S-Jax) Top 3 in dynasty leagues...
Look at the very first highlight on that youtube link. See where that #21 catches him from behind??? That don't happen to Sjax. This guy is not first round talent.
 
LOL at the Leftwich comparison. As others have stated, he was NEVER known as a mobile QB. Not in High School, not in college, and not in the NFL.

 
I found these player comparisons on Walterfootball.com. For some positions, they randomly did just their 5th ranked player’s profile (I.e. Kentucky CB Trevard Lindley). I believe they’re posting a new profile randomly once in a blue moon, but interesting stuff. I'll keep updating as the site updates... I was a bit shocked when I saw the Bo Jackson comparison... I’ll wait to see what some of the college football nuts have to say about it..

ILB

Rey Maualuga, USC

Player Comparison: Barrett Ruud. Ruud is one of the best young linebackers in the NFL and consistently makes big plays. Maualuga displays that same kind of great leadership. Both play the run very well and have great lateral range.
This is another that doesn't add up. Barrett Ruud has played in 47 games and has 0 sacks, 2 interceptions, and 3 passes defensed, yet he is consistently making big plays. Sure.He is a good tackler though.

If Maualuga is a big play linebacker, he should be compared to one that actually is.

 
Last edited by a moderator:
I don't think any back can compare with Bo Jackson's size/speed/athleticism. But I cannot believe you just compared him to Anthony Thomas. He is strong, and explosive, watch some film of him. He gets started quickly and you better square up on him to have a chance to tackle him. Definitely a better prospect than McFadden. Here are some clips (song contains some objectionable language for those watching with kids in the room):

Really? Did you even watch the HL reel?
 
I don't think any back can compare with Bo Jackson's size/speed/athleticism. But I cannot believe you just compared him to Anthony Thomas. He is strong, and explosive, watch some film of him. He gets started quickly and you better square up on him to have a chance to tackle him. Definitely a better prospect than McFadden. Here are some clips (song contains some objectionable language for those watching with kids in the room):

yes yes yes he looks good in the Highlight reels, but who doesn't look good in his highlight reel? actually watching OSU games u can observe 3things. 1)yes he has alot of natural talent

2)for all that talent playing on clearly the best team in the BigTen he doesn't dominate like should clearly

3)he gets nicked awfully easily for his size(ala Brandon Jacobs).

besides the obvious goof of comparing mobilty of a train and a Statue, the comparison of Ruud to USC LB'er(easier to spell) is pretty far fetched. Ray will be a star in the NFL from day one and Ruud is not much more than a 2down runstuffing LB'er(a good one i'll give him that) that took longer than most thought to develop

 
Last edited by a moderator:
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio StatePlayer Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:thumbup: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level.
Duckett?
No, he's a niftier runner. I think he can be an effective starter in the NFL level. He has good power, balance, and straight line speed. What I don't see is the elite burst/quickness. If you read some of the press clippings you'll get the impression that he's a future stud. I think his NFL impact will be more along the lines of Rudi Johnson or Stephen Davis. A good grinder who can churn out tough yards. Probably not a gamebreaker though. Definitely not a freak athlete like Bo Jackson. Of course, this is all preliminary and there are a lot of blank data points left to fill in before my assessment is final. I'm eagerly anticipating the USC/OSU game this season. There will be a lot of NFL talent on the field for that contest.
Good observations, EBF. I'd compare him more to Corey Dillon because he does have more speed than Rudi or Stephen, but he is similarly built to all three. I think he's explosive, but your points are valid and (despite being a Wolverine fan) I'm eager to see what he does this coming year.
I really like the Corey Dillon comparison Bob. I think what Wells has is great instincts and vision along with his size and speed (much like Corey had). He also has the similar smooth stride. :fishing:
 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:lmao: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I beg to differ, completely......Wells is a PREMIER talent......not quite Bo Jackson (who was a legit sub 4.3 forty.....legend has him clocking a 4.18 while running track at Auburn).....but Wells has great burst through the hole, very nice vision, and good lateral movement for a guy so big, he's a legit 235.......If he were in this most recent draft, he'd be rated clearly above Mendenhall and Stewart, and slightly ahead of McFadden.......I'm calling it right now, because "I don't wait, I anticipate"........this guy will be an uber-stud in the NFL.......right from the start......Calling all dynasty players, don't hesitate to take this guy in the Top 8-12 in startup dynasty leagues....That will actually be great value when looked at from the rearview....just like "AD" in '07.........and D-Mac in '08.......I'm not buying into the skepticism on the truly elite RB talents
This opinion starts absurd and gets worse. This is the kind of stuff that gets bumped four years later when he's working at a Taco Bell. If he was really that great he would have run for 1100 yards (McFadden) or 1900 yards (Peterson) in his freshman year rather than running for 575 as a backup.
 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:X I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I beg to differ, completely......Wells is a PREMIER talent......not quite Bo Jackson (who was a legit sub 4.3 forty.....legend has him clocking a 4.18 while running track at Auburn).....but Wells has great burst through the hole, very nice vision, and good lateral movement for a guy so big, he's a legit 235.......If he were in this most recent draft, he'd be rated clearly above Mendenhall and Stewart, and slightly ahead of McFadden.......I'm calling it right now, because "I don't wait, I anticipate"........this guy will be an uber-stud in the NFL.......right from the start......Calling all dynasty players, don't hesitate to take this guy in the Top 8-12 in startup dynasty leagues....That will actually be great value when looked at from the rearview....just like "AD" in '07.........and D-Mac in '08.......I'm not buying into the skepticism on the truly elite RB talents
This opinion starts absurd and gets worse. This is the kind of stuff that gets bumped four years later when he's working at a Taco Bell. If he was really that great he would have run for 1100 yards (McFadden) or 1900 yards (Peterson) in his freshman year rather than running for 575 as a backup.
All I know is I've yet to miss when I give my stamp on a RB........I've already pulled up a number of these guys' threads on "AD" last year.......and I'll do the same with D-Mac this year........and Wells next season... :thumbup:

 
All I know is I've yet to miss when I give my stamp on a RB........I've already pulled up a number of these guys' threads on "AD" last year.......and I'll do the same with D-Mac this year........and Wells next season... :thumbup:
So, in other words, you're 1-for-1 when saying elite RB prospects will succeed? That's quite an impressive track record, there.
 
-Chris "Beanie" Wells, Ohio State

Player Comparison: Bo Jackson. Beanie is very similar to Bo from a size and athletic standpoint. Both were extremely powerful runners who punished opponents. I know this is a bit of a stretch, but it’s hard to find players to compare Wells to from a size, speed, and style standpoint at his position. It’s simply rare.
:confused: I took a long look at Wells when I was preparing for the Backyard Brawl III draft (which includes 2009 draft prospects). I wasn't really that impressed with him. He's compact and strong, but not very explosive. I don't think he's similar to Bo at all. He's closer to someone like Anthony Thomas. Probably a better athlete, but not anywhere near the LT level. I see him as a future starter, but not necessarily a future star. He would be a reach in the top 10 of the draft.
I don't think any back can compare with Bo Jackson's size/speed/athleticism. But I cannot believe you just compared him to Anthony Thomas. He is strong, and explosive, watch some film of him. He gets started quickly and you better square up on him to have a chance to tackle him. Definitely a better prospect than McFadden. Here are some clips (song contains some objectionable language for those watching with kids in the room):
The scary thing is that there is a Maurice Clarett highlight clip on the same page, and Clarett looked just as good if not better than Wells...
 
As a U of Washington alum, I like the Corey Dillon comparison. Except that Dillon didn't get hurt as much as Wells. Wells looked great in the Fiesta Bowl. I mean the first half of the Fiesta Bowl. He got hurt again. I hate the term "injury prone", but it seems to fit Wells. He's either built poorly or "soft" (another term I hate).

Is he going to be like Chris Perry? Hurt year after year while sitting on many a dynasty roster?

 
Not a big believer in Wells, doesn't seem that special. But might not have to be. If he can lower his pads, and fall forward, he may be a 1,000 yard guy for 8 years.

 

Users who are viewing this thread

Back
Top