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[Jeff Pasquino]

Solid pick for the Jets in Wilkerson. He can play all over the D-line.

 

[Saint]

thinking Akeem Ayers for GB unless they trade back

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Cameron Heyward DE OSU to PITT

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

thinking Akeem Ayers for GB unless they trade back

I agree with that. This went fast.

 

[bigern1000]

Jets grab my hometown guy -- nice...!

 

[shader]

New Orleans is perfect for Ingram. They can use Bush the way they'd like and split carries with Thomas, I think Ingram will keep fresh and have some great games but still have a boom or bust potential with some 40 yard games on limited carries. He has the skills to get 'er done.

He's twice the back Thomas is. Ingram might take awhile to take over the starting role, since Thomas is the vet with the ring....but Ingram will be the man in time.That system is perfect for him. Ivory and Thomas were average talents that did well due to huge running lanes and a great offensive coach.Ingram is a GREAT talent. Perfect fit for dynasty purposes. Re-draft it's kind of a mess, but we'll see.

I agree with you totally but I actually hope NO eases him in and gives him 12-15 carries a game before handing over the reigns. I'm as high on Ingram as anyone and think he'll be great he has all the tools IMO.

I don't see the reason to ease him in. He's NFL ready, he's a stud, they have a great offense...My biggest fear for him was a team with an average line and QB like the Dolphins. He's stepping into a similar situation as Emmitt did. Talent everywhere, great QB......He's 1.01 in non-ppr drafts without question and maybe even in ppr drafts.When Pierre sprains his ankle and misses two months again, Ingram will be a top 5 RB in the NFL. I'm happier about this pick by the minute.

 

[I was in the pool]

How do you rank Green/Jones/Ingram in PPR dynasty?

 

[Lash]

crap, thought i dodged the bullet/Pierre&Ivory owner in multiple leagues LOL

Pierre and Ivory have always been marginal talents...let's not pretend this is some huge surprise.

ummm.... so you didnt think it was a surpise that NO picked Ingram after they just picked 4 picks earlier?!?!?re-read my post ... i THOUGHT i dodged a bulletwho cares if Pierre and Ivory are marginal talents they play on a top2 offense and NO passed on Ingram at #24 so i took a deep breathand Pierre isn't marginal, Mendenhall rode the pine at Illinois waiting on Pierre to graduate so he could get some carries

 

[LHUCKS]

I like the Wilkerson kid a ton more than Heyward...but perhaps that's my anti-Ohio state bias kicking in.

Did I mention Tressel is a collossal doosh...okay good.

 

[The Sniper]

What would happen if GB exceeded its time limit?

 

[icecat4270]

Sucks the round is almost over. I wish there was more to go.

Same here. I got a good buzz and want more drafting.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

Love Heyward pick. Just plays Steelers football. Been calling for him to be the pick for months now.

 

[Ilov80s]

If you are the Lions - do you try to give up this year's 2 and next year's 1 to move back in to take Prince?

I don't think that Schwartz thinks that way, giving up future picks.

He isn't the GM. Martin Mayhew runs the team.

 

[rzrback77]

I like the Wilkerson kid a ton more than Heyward...but perhaps that's my anti-Ohio state bias kicking in.Did I mention Tressel is a collossal doosh...okay good.

uh-oh I am agreeing here with you

 

[flapgreen]

Best first round I can remember in a while.

 

[LHUCKS]

How do you rank Green/Jones/Ingram in PPR dynasty?

assuming 1/2/3, 12 teamsGreenIngramJonesa lot will depend on how the Cincy QB situation shapes up though...Green could be wasted talent for several years in the debacle know as cincinnati...terrible franchise

 

[rzrback77]

If you are the Lions - do you try to give up this year's 2 and next year's 1 to move back in to take Prince?

I don't think that Schwartz thinks that way, giving up future picks.

He isn't the GM. Martin Mayhew runs the team.

and they did not move up to get him

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Packers trading down?

 

[LHUCKS]

Love Heyward pick. Just plays Steelers football. Been calling for him to be the pick for months now.

Agree he fits in with the Steelers, but he never really turned my head...seems kind of meh to me...I seem to be in the minority though.

 

[RebelINS]

I think Green is the best offensive player in the draft but I'm not sure about ranking him above Ingram until we find out what really happens with the Cincy QB situation. I'd go Ingram/Green/Jones

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Is there any penalty if GB lets the clock expire?

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

How do you rank Green/Jones/Ingram in PPR dynasty?

assuming 1/2/3, 12 teamsGreenIngramJonesa lot will depend on how the Cincy QB situation shapes up though...Green could be wasted talent for several years in the debacle know as cincinnati...terrible franchise

I actually tend to agree with those rankings this evening. We'll see how it all shapes up and if Carson has a change of heart.

 

[Jason Wood]

This could be the least impactful fantasy 1st round in a long time, if ever.

1 RB

3 WRs

0 TEs

LOTS of teams still have a desperate need for a QB, and there aren't many defensible options left among the rookie pool.

 

[RebelINS]

Nice to hear Jene on.

 

[Matt Waldman]

Nice to hear Jene on.

 

[LHUCKS]

Would be awesome if the Cards get Dalton in the second!

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

Nice to hear Jene on.

come on over and listen!

 

[Mario Kart]

This could be the least impactful fantasy 1st round in a long time, if ever.1 RB3 WRs0 TEsLOTS of teams still have a desperate need for a QB, and there aren't many defensible options left among the rookie pool.

Huge bump for fantasy defenses though. Never underestimate the impact of the fantasy defenses.

 

[RebelINS]

Would be awesome if the Cards get Dalton in the second!

I'd like to see Dalton there, that guy can play. I was a little surprised they didn't reach and take one of the guys in the 1st but Dalton would be good there.

 

[whoknew]

1st round picks by 2011 conferences: SEC 10, Big Ten 7, Big 12 5, Pac-12 5, ACC 3, Big East 1, MAC 1.

Pac 12 - Conference of ...eh.

 

[TheBaylorKid]

Hmmm.... a guard?

And he's 26??? Oh, not liking this selection....

Yeah, doesn't that mean the Eagles will be releasing him in about 3 years when he's too old?

Don't like that, Losing 4yrs of play with him that old.

Baylor season ticket holder here, danny didn't play football until he was in juco so i'd say he doesn't have the wear and tear issues of a football player of his age. Danny played left tackle at BU after the departure of 2nd overall pick in 2009. I think Danny has an attitude that will fit in well in Philly, he is nasty and a leader.

 

[peter griffin]

On the Ingram/NO backfield dynasty front, didn't Pierre Thomas sign an extension with New Orleans in March? Maybe I am misremembering here. Obviously they could still trade him but I'm not sure what the market would be. Mid-round pick at best.

 

[Saints-Man]

Wow NE gets NO's 2012 1st1.28 for NO 2nd and the 2012 1st

Wow.

 

[GroveDiesel]

I'd love it if the Bills can grab Akeem Ayers with their 2nd round pick. Screw Dalton or Kaepernick. (I think the Bills do actually have interest in Kaepernick. I hope more like 3rd round interest).

 

[TLEF316]

So at this point, are we assuming that Bowers' knee is literally hamburger meat?

The kid was the # 1 pick in the draft after Luck bowed out.

 

[TLEF316]

At this point, I'm happy to see New England trade back. I used to hate it, (because they always get great value) but now I'm all for it.

As a Jet fan, I just see it as one more first round talent that won't be on the team for a year of Tom Brady's career.

At some point, you actually have to pick a player.

 

[Jene Bramel]

Nice to hear Jene on.

 

[LHUCKS]

all those picks for Julio Jones...what a buttraping by Holmgren and the Browns. Move of the day.

 

[otis68]

I was worried about Ingram's chances if he went to a team with a bad oline. On the Saints? Wow, he's going to be good. Not thrilled about splitting time with Thomas for 2010...But he is going to a great place. He will help New Orleans a lot. Pierre Thomas and especially Chris Ivory owners just threw up.

I imagine PT just got his "pack your bags" hint. Think he is traded as soon as FA opens.

I definitely expect Thomas to be traded. Good player who could just never stay healthy.

More likely Bush gets cut. PT is signed 4 years under $3mil/year. I think Bush's number this year is $12mil, more in 1 year than Thomas for the next 4. PT very good in pass protect and receiving out of the backfield, very doubtful he's let go. New Orleans liked to rotate 3 backs when everyone is healthy last few years, likely they will continue.

 

[KGB]

What would happen if GB exceeded its time limit?

New England would trade down for the extra minutes and pick up a 2013 2nd rounder.

 

[Dr. Gobbler]

Best first round I can remember in a while.

See what happens when the Raiders aren't involved in the first round!

 

[BigTex]

I'm thinking both Buffalo and Cincy grab their QB at the top of the second.

Dalton?

 

[SHIZNITTTT]

what time tomorrow does tv coverage start?

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

Bills in good shape to land a QB or pass rusher

 

[flapgreen]

Best first round I can remember in a while.

See what happens when the Raiders aren't involved in the first round!

Ah ah. I see. I see. That's what it was.

 

[LHUCKS]

Bills in good shape to land a QB

so says the Cadinals fan and the Bengals fan...should be interesting

 

[comfortably numb]

what time tomorrow does tv coverage start?

I believe 6 pm

 

[Andrew Garda]

So at this point, are we assuming that Bowers' knee is literally hamburger meat? The kid was the # 1 pick in the draft after Luck bowed out.

I keep hearing he cleared medically. At this point - you have to guess we'll have an interesting tidbit surface post draft.Somethings up.

 

[GroveDiesel]

So at this point, are we assuming that Bowers' knee is literally hamburger meat? The kid was the # 1 pick in the draft after Luck bowed out.

I keep hearing he cleared medically. At this point - you have to guess we'll have an interesting tidbit surface post draft.Somethings up.

Seems that way. Still, I'd be thrilled if the Bills take him at 34. Screw the 3-4 in Buffalo. They don't have the LBers for it anyway. Kyle Williams, Dareus and Bowers up front would be awesome (with mix of Carrington and Troupe )

 

[Andrew Garda]

So at this point, are we assuming that Bowers' knee is literally hamburger meat? The kid was the # 1 pick in the draft after Luck bowed out.

I keep hearing he cleared medically. At this point - you have to guess we'll have an interesting tidbit surface post draft.Somethings up.

Seems that way. Still, I'd be thrilled if the Bills take him at 34. Screw the 3-4 in Buffalo. They don't have the LBers for it anyway. Kyle Williams, Dareus and Bowers up front would be awesome (with mix of Carrington and Troupe )

I think in the second you say screw it and roll the dice on Bowers. So maybe you get 3-4 years and he's done. A lot of the coaching staffs picking early in the second may not have THAT long a shelf life.