Draft Chat With our Draftniks Matt Waldman and Sigmund Bloom Tonight D (2 Viewers)

[5-ish Finkle]

Did Terrance Tolliver get drafted and I missed it?

Undrafted.

 

[Matt Waldman]

I think Jay Finley was a wasted pick. He won't beat Peerman or Scott. David Ausberry a wasted pick for Raiders, too.

 

[Matt Waldman]

I think Jay Finley was a wasted pick. He won't beat Peerman or Scott. David Ausberry a wasted pick for Raiders, too.

Finley is a straight line guy with no outstanding qualities that separate him from pack even in college football. Ausberry is an athlete without a position, IMO.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Havili is a nice pick for Eagles because he can catch and he's a good lead FB. Help this team get tougher and more versatile in short yardage if he sticks.

I agree - replaces Leonard Weaver, who may never be the same after he blew out his knee.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Could Spann be Mr. Irrelevant? Houston could use a real RB3 (Ward's not cutting it)

 

[Matt Waldman]

Interesting...could be.

 

[smackdaddies]

Whats up with Lawerence Guy going in the 7th to the Pack? From what I get online, most thought of him as a mid round pick.

 

[Sudoku_in_the_Bathtub]

Marshawn Lynch come out smelling like a rose??

I expect Carroll to snag Bush when available (which will take away receptions but nothing more). But for as sluggish as he (Lynch) looked most of last year, it is surprising. Really needs to get in better shape.

 

[Sudoku_in_the_Bathtub]

Could Spann be Mr. Irrelevant? Houston could use a real RB3 (Ward's not cutting it)

Ward was actually solid as a 2 last year after coming to camp overweight in Tampa.The guy that didn't cut it was actually Slaton.

 

[bigern1000]

Could Spann be Mr. Irrelevant? Houston could use a real RB3 (Ward's not cutting it)

Ward was actually solid as a 2 last year after coming to camp overweight in Tampa.The guy that didn't cut it was actually Slaton.

Now that he went undrafted (unless I missed something between beers), what would be the best landing spot for him once UDFA signing opens - Indy maybe...?

 

[cvnpoka]

Why do people think that Arizona is a great destination for Ryan Williams? They're a terrible run blocking team, and have two other viable NFL backs in Beanie and Hightower. I can't think of many teams that I think would be a worse destination that the Cards. What am I missing?

Beanie is not viable. Sorry.

Huh? Not durable, but definitely viable. I assume this is Whiz's plan to get Wells to play through injuries and otherwise get the most out of himself.

much of the reason for well's lackluster soph campaign was bc he indeed tried to play through an injury. he attempted to come back from meniscus surgery in 3 weeks and was subpar. soon thereafter he had a bad reaction to an anti-inflammatory shot and was unable to play. its simply detrimenta (and callous) mismanagement of personnel and you see it all the time in the nfl.

 

[LHUCKS]

Marshawn Lynch come out smelling like a rose??

I expect Carroll to snag Bush when available (which will take away receptions but nothing more). But for as sluggish as he (Lynch) looked most of last year, it is surprising. Really needs to get in better shape.

you must have missed "the run"

LINK

Pac10 = The Conference of Champions

 

[Jene Bramel]

My early rookie IDP rankings (with tiers and rookie draft round expectations) in the IDP Forum.

Expect to make further adjustments as I work through the offensive prospects and put together a full combined draft board for release this week.

 

[Andrew Garda]

Ponder to Vikes

There are some in the scouting community who I really respect that consider Ponder the best QB in this draft class. He has enough of an arm, stands strong in the pocket and is patient enough to go through his progressions completely. Durability a big concern after surgery on his throwing arm (elbow and shoulder). Some will say he choked at FSU plenty, but at least he goes down swinging. He tries to make plays and puts the responsibility on his shoulders. Ponder needs to stay healthy, but could surprise some.

QB2 on my list.

Was 3 on mine. Could be real good if he can fix a few things.

 

[Matt Waldman]

Rankings on the site may have a wait a bit as some administrative issues are addressed behind the scenes, but as soon as those are handled I'll post my updates. Meanwhile, I'll continue to work on them.

 

[Bracie Smathers]

Thought it might be interesting to take a look at the live responses when last year's NFL draft was taking place.

I haven't even taken a look back at this one yet.

Should be interesting to see the live comments from last year's draft now that we know how the picks have looked to date.

 

[Buck Stop]

Wow, wonder what Washington got for that trade down. Gabbert seemed like a no-brainer for them...

Redskins fan, how great was this trade last year? We wouldn't have RG3 if they didn't trade down with Jacksonville. Added bonus, Gabbert looks horrible and Kerrigan and Jenkins look like great players. Thank you Bruce Allen!!!