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Shark Pool Mock Draft 2011 - 4 Rounds (1 Viewer)
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FUBAR
Footballguy
I like the deal and agree that Fairly would be the pick if he lasted to 1.08. I really don't see the draft unfolding this way, but I like it.
Bracie Smathers
Footballguy
Hey Dave R, I'm a few time zones away from NE Ohio but grew up there and have stayed a big Browns fan.Detroit is on the clock.'daveR said:Ah yes! The Sanity Clause! Great stuff!Bracie, if you're in / around Cleveland, we gotta get together some day!Lets see the sanity clause in that contract.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KS2khYJZKwA&feature=related
Round 1
1.Carolina Panthers (Donsmith753) - A.J. Green (WR, Georgia)
Only two WRs have been taken in NFL history with the first pick so I don't think it happens in this draft but A.J. looks solid for whoever gets him.
2.Denver Broncos (BusMan) - Marcell Dareus (DT, Alabama)
Like the pick and think this is what will happen on draft day. Fills a big need with a high charector player.
3.Buffalo Bills (Mr. Peterson) - Cam Newton (QB, Auburn)
Really like the idea of Cam going to the Bills. If he hits Buffalo would be a perfect spot for him to exploit teams with his combination of, size, armstrenghth, and mobility late in the year in the cold climes of Buffalo.
4.Cincinnati Bengals (comet909) - Patrick Peterson (CB, LSU)
Possibly the best athlete to come out in awhile. Should make instant impact.
5.Arizona Cardinals (Andy Dufresne) - Von Miller (LB, Texas A&M)
Solid pick, fits need and scheme and possibly BPA as well.
6.Tennessee Titans (shader) - Blaine Gabbert (QB, Missouri) (Titans give up 3.13)
If Gabbert hits then the Titans nailed it and got a bargain.
7.San Francisco 49ers (chinawildman) - Julio Jones (WR, Alabama)
Shades of Matt Millen. I can't recall any NFL team taking a top ten WR and hitting witht he pick and then taking another top ten WR hoping to catch lightning in a bottle within three years. WRs at the top of the draft are chock full-o-risk.
8.Cleveland Browns (gandalas) - Nick Fairley (DT, Auburn) (Cleveland acquires 3.13)
Nice complimentary player to line up inside and penetrate next to a big nose guard. Takes pressure off of having to take a D-lineman near the top of the second round.
9.Dallas Cowboys (asn4play) - Tyron Smith (OT, USC)
I just can't see the Boys passing on Prince if he's available.
10.Washington Redskins (matttyl) - Robert Quinn (DE, North Carolina)
I like this pick moreso for Washington than any other team. Orakpo plays SS, they already have pressure coming from the backside. Quinn would be playing off the LOS and he can rush the passer so the table is set nicely for him to succeed. IDP alert if this happens in the real NFL draft.
11.Houston Texans (Yellow Line is Unoffcial) - Da'Quan Bowers (DE, Clemson)
If the knee checks out then SOTD but he could just as easily have issues and stumble.
12.Minnesota Vikings (Andy Dufresne) - Jake Locker (QB, Washington)
Last year I thought Locker was going to be the first player taken in the draft. I don't know what caused the accuracy issues but if it can be coached out then I like the pick.
13.Detroit Lions (eakfootball)
Mo-Town has been raped in the secondary for years. They couldn't pass on Prince if he was available IMHO.
adrenaline
Footballguy
I don't fault the pick as real NFL teams draft on need all the time. I feel the BPA is who I thought the Saints should pick in Prince Amukamara, can't fault them as they drafted a fine prospect in Bowers. For the Vikes I would have picked Nate Solder, I actually like him more than Tyron Smith.Who would you want them to take if it fell like this?Spielman and Frazier have been stressing BPA in their latest interviews. I am hoping they are being truthful because I would be disitraught if they took Locker there.A big reach! Definitely the Vikes biggest need & a sexier pick than an OL I guess.Good pick. Locker has a nice arm, and with some coaching, could be throwing deep strikes to two top tier receivers for years. Cheers.
Cipherchris
Footballguy
Prince fell too far. Houston should've scooped him up with their poor excuse of a secondary. Bob McNair should've listen to Dunta's cleats and pay the man.
Switching to a 3-4 is not ideal for Bowers as he doesn't is better in a 3 point stance than standing straight up.
My money is on the Lions to beat out Vikes and Bears this year! Go Lions GO!
Switching to a 3-4 is not ideal for Bowers as he doesn't is better in a 3 point stance than standing straight up.
My money is on the Lions to beat out Vikes and Bears this year! Go Lions GO!
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
Good question. I think they're going to get a veteran to come in and he'll be the guy. But if not, then it would be Locker. Joe Webb will never be the guy.So if they took Locker here who do you think starts at QB opening day?Well I am drafting for the Vikings so...there you go.Man, this has to be the most embarrassing moment in NFL draft history.
Yes I would. I don't get the Kolb hype. And as far as this draft goes, I think the Houston pick is wrong. I don't see Bowers fitting into a 3-4 defense. I don't think he'd be a very good 3-4 OLB and he's too small to be an end. I think the Texans would take Prince, in which case I would have had the Vikes take Bowers.
Cipherchris
Footballguy
The Locker pick is really early. With the Vikes having a high 2nd round pick Locker will still be there if not Mallet. Or wait till round 4 for a Stanzi or Kaepernick. Too bad they literally gave away a 3rd round for absolutely NOTHING! 
RaiderBones
Footballguy
Agreed, I think Prince would be the pick for Houston if he would make it to their pick. Houston's secondary isn't very good. I don't care how good Bowers is if he doesn't fit the scheme are you going to get the most out of him, probably not.Good question. I think they're going to get a veteran to come in and he'll be the guy. But if not, then it would be Locker. Joe Webb will never be the guy.So if they took Locker here who do you think starts at QB opening day?Well I am drafting for the Vikings so...there you go.Man, this has to be the most embarrassing moment in NFL draft history.Yes I would. I don't get the Kolb hype. And as far as this draft goes, I think the Houston pick is wrong. I don't see Bowers fitting into a 3-4 defense. I don't think he'd be a very good 3-4 OLB and he's too small to be an end. I think the Texans would take Prince, in which case I would have had the Vikes take Bowers.
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adrenaline
Footballguy
Having a look at Detroit IMO Prince would be a great pick & fill a need. I think LB is their biggest need but Ayers may be a bit of reach. With a fragile QB & RB an OL such as Solder would be a fine pick too.
I'd go with Prince.
Opinions while we're waiting?
I'd go with Prince.
Opinions while we're waiting?
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
The Locker pick might be a BIT early (maybe), but in real life he will NOT be there with their 2nd pick and he is still a better talent with more upside than any other QB taken at this point and his abilities have started to reveal themselves through the post season workouts. I think he was poorly coached at Washington, was surrounded by very little talent, and had some bad mechanics issues due to his participation in baseball (which sound like they're quickly being ironed out).His stock is on the rise again and people will be surprised about where he goes. I expect someone to trade back into the latter half of the 1st if he falls that far.The only other position I considered for the Vikes was d-end.The Locker pick is really early. With the Vikes having a high 2nd round pick Locker will still be there if not Mallet. Or wait till round 4 for a Stanzi or Kaepernick. Too bad they literally gave away a 3rd round for absolutely NOTHING!
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Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
Detroit takes Prince, IMO.
Cipherchris
Footballguy
Schwartz is going to stick with Butkus so in emoticon terms this is what Matthew Stafford will look like 
Week 1 of the 2012 season Matthew Stafford is placed on IR
Week 1 of the 2012 season Matthew Stafford is placed on IR
Donnybrook
Footballguy
I feel like the Vikings need to rebuild rather than reload. This QB inflation makes it a buyer market for the other positions. Speilman has said that they are looking at 5 positons with their top pick. It is important to get two blue chip players in this draft. My preference would be to OT and G/C with their second but I wouldn't reach. Vikings should take Prince under the circumstances.The possible prolonged lockout could compromise training camp and pre-seaon games. A terrible situation for a rookie QB that needs to be developed to be throw in. Thus. I believe the Vikings need to evalute the current QBs against the 2012 QB prospects. I say let other teams spend 1st and 2nd rounders on this years developmental QBs and see if they are willing to waste back to back picks on a top QB next year.Who would you want them to take if it fell like this?Spielman and Frazier have been stressing BPA in their latest interviews. I am hoping they are being truthful because I would be disitraught if they took Locker there.A big reach! Definitely the Vikes biggest need & a sexier pick than an OL I guess.Good pick. Locker has a nice arm, and with some coaching, could be throwing deep strikes to two top tier receivers for years. Cheers.
I wouldn't be surprised to see Houston pass on Prince for a guy like Cameron Jordan or Aldon Smith, not sure about Bowers though. While the corners aren't good by any measure of the term, it's Houston's safeties that are their biggest problem. No one warrants a pick that high and I don't think they would draft Prince with the idea of converting him. They have said they aren't inclined to convert Glover Quinn (could be a smokescreen) or give up on Kareem Jackson after one year either. Wade Phillips also has a history of getting by with a below average secondary and focusing on the defensive front 7.
As for Dunta Ronbinson, Atlanta can have him and his 2nd highest cornerback salary in the league. We certainly could have used him, but not at that price. That kind of money isn't worth a solid against the run corner with below average pass coverage skills.
As for Dunta Ronbinson, Atlanta can have him and his 2nd highest cornerback salary in the league. We certainly could have used him, but not at that price. That kind of money isn't worth a solid against the run corner with below average pass coverage skills.
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
But then they're kicking the QB can down the road ANOTHER year. No matter who you take, the QB is a developmental position. Start the development this year.
Ridgelake
Footballguy
Yep, Wade Phillips is now the DC in Houston. He likes his front 7 guys, especially OLBs. He like to put pressure on the QB. Getting guys who can do that will go a long way to improving that D. Wade has been around long enough and is flexible enough in his schemes, to find ways to get a potentially elite passrusher like Bowers or Quinn well involved.
5Rings
Lurker
Hate it. Not the best player available, and does not fill a need. I don't agree with your writeup one bit.
WR is not a problem spot holding this O back, like you portrayed. If you want to fix the O, reach for a QB, not a WR.
A CB or pass rusher is the biggest D need...and you could have taken a player that was both at the top of the board as well as filling a need with either Prince or Quinn.
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FUBAR
Footballguy
I completely agree with this, reminds me of Flacco's draft situation. Meaning, he's supposed to go later but I can easily see a team like the Vikings or 49ers maneuvering to get him. Assuming of course that they can find a trade partner.The Locker pick might be a BIT early (maybe), but in real life he will NOT be there with their 2nd pick and he is still a better talent with more upside than any other QB taken at this point and his abilities have started to reveal themselves through the post season workouts. I think he was poorly coached at Washington, was surrounded by very little talent, and had some bad mechanics issues due to his participation in baseball (which sound like they're quickly being ironed out).His stock is on the rise again and people will be surprised about where he goes. I expect someone to trade back into the latter half of the 1st if he falls that far.The Locker pick is really early. With the Vikes having a high 2nd round pick Locker will still be there if not Mallet. Or wait till round 4 for a Stanzi or Kaepernick. Too bad they literally gave away a 3rd round for absolutely NOTHING!
The only other position I considered for the Vikes was d-end.
FUBAR
Footballguy
I like Jones and IMO he makes sense for a team like the 49ers but with Crabtree and Davis, receivers aren't San Fran's problem and he isn't BPA.Hate it. Not the best player available, and does not fill a need. I don't agree with your writeup one bit.
WR is not a problem spot holding this O back, like you portrayed. If you want to fix the O, reach for a QB, not a WR.
A CB or pass rusher is the biggest D need...and you could have taken a player that was both at the top of the board as well as filling a need with either Prince or Quinn.
Blackjacks
Footballguy
Are we going to wait for Det.?
No big deal, just asking.
No big deal, just asking.
Donnybrook
Footballguy
Scouts are idealizing Locker and you are buying all the excuses for his lack of accuracy and production. People are using the his 2010 draft ranking as a crutch to support his ranking this year. I think that ranking was dubious. He was given a 3rd round grade by the NFL Draft Advisory Committee and people assume he would have been the top pick. People also predicted that Jimmy Clausen was a top 10 pick. I think it is hard to dislike Locker - good leader and a character guy but his performance does not match the risk at that draft position.
RaiderBones
Footballguy
I just PM'd eakfootball so hopefully we hear from him soon on the Lions pick.
Blackjacks
Footballguy
I tried to PM him last night and it said he couldn't recieve any messages at this time.Thanks for sending him a PM.I am anxious to make my pick
chinawildman
Footballguy
I could have easily gone with Quinn, but I just don't get the Prince hype, see nothing special about him that you wouldn't get with one of the later CBs like Jimmy Smith or Brandon Harris. He looked very average trying to defend Blackmon and I believe top prospects like Jones and Green would abuse him in a similar way. The draftniks all say CB and OLB are needs because Clements could be gone and Lawson's a FA. Honestly were they really impact players last year? Bottom line is the SF offense is horrendous and has been horrendous for awhile now (Has not been better than 23rd overall since 2003, consequently they haven't had a 1000 yd receiver since 2003 either), while the defense has not been that bad (last year they were 13th in yards allowed, and 16th in pts allowed). I realize many of these problems can be attributed to bad quarterback play, but is there a QB that you thought warrants that #7 pick? If so I'd like to hear your justification. At this point in the mock draft QB is better addressed with the 2nd pick or FA/trade.Hate it. Not the best player available, and does not fill a need. I don't agree with your writeup one bit.
WR is not a problem spot holding this O back, like you portrayed. If you want to fix the O, reach for a QB, not a WR.
A CB or pass rusher is the biggest D need...and you could have taken a player that was both at the top of the board as well as filling a need with either Prince or Quinn.
There's nothing "Millen" about taking another WR when you already have a solid one. Cards took Fitzgerald right after they took Boldin, Eagles likewise with Maclin and Djax. I'll be the first to say I knew nothing of Julio Jones when the offseason started. But watching clips of him I see a special player. Only other guy available I can say that about with the 7th pick is Quinn and he's not as clean a prospect. So for me Jones was both the best available AND fills a need.
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CompetitiveEdgeFootball
Footballguy
If this keeps up much longer, I'm gonna feel the need to start "wheeling and dealing."YhbwI tried to PM him last night and it said he couldn't recieve any messages at this time.Thanks for sending him a PM.I am anxious to make my pick
adrenaline
Footballguy
The last pick was mad just after midnight, eak's profile shows his last activity was around 7:30am. Why didn't he draft then? Having us wait all day for his pick is unacceptable to me. The draft clock should be expired. I say we give Detroit Prince & move on with this.
CompetitiveEdgeFootball
Footballguy
Yeah unfortunately is been a long time. I think we have someone make the pick. Be it BPA or otherwise
adrenaline
Footballguy
Or we could give the Lions a WR.
CompetitiveEdgeFootball
Footballguy
Just for old times sake. Ah the memories.Or we could give the Lions a WR.
I say we give them Prince or an OL and get on with our lives. After 15 hours, the clock has expired. :/
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RaiderBones
Footballguy
I agree I think the good people involved in the Shark Pool Mock Draft has waited long enough. Give the Lions Prince or BPA and move on to next.
Blackjacks
Footballguy
I am (and have been) ready with the Rams pick. Just tell me when.
chinawildman
Footballguy
I'll give him until 3:15pm CST, even if I assumed he fell asleep at 730 this morning, he should be up. Then if there are no objections, we'll give Detroit Amukamara and move on.Blackjack, feel free to send in your pick once you see the list updated.
CompetitiveEdgeFootball
Footballguy
Good, myself, blackjacks and Dolfan are going to get 3 picks off consecutively. And we're all here thank god.
chinawildman
Footballguy
With the 13th pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions have been assigned:
Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Blackjacks
Footballguy
With the 14th overall selection in the 2011 NFL Draft the St. Louis Rams select CAMERON JORDAN DE CALIFORNIA
James Hall had a very good year for the Rams with 10.5 sacks but I think he benifitted from Chris Long alot to achieve those numbers.
Jordan will be a nice fit to the young defense for years to come. He is better against the run than rushing the passer which is something Rams could use help with but he does posses skills to rush the passer. Cameron's stock has been improving quickly since the senior bowl. Cameron is a very good tackler who can get in the backfield quickly due to using his hands so well. He is a Spags type guy, big, disciplined and fundamentally sound with a go go go motor.
Some Rams fans might want hometown product Aldon Smith right here and while tempted Aldon is still a project. The Rams are actually in a descent spot right now in the inferior NFC West but they cant afford quite yet to take high picks based on upside plus Aldon will be better used in a 3-4 defense at the next level. Of course we would have loved for Julio to fall to us but with Avery coming back along with Clayton to go with Darnario Alexander I think our wr corp is better than most people give us credit for.
I think most realistic Rams fans are looking at this pick being DE. It is a need for our team, it might not be sexy but it is a need. I think a corner could be a need or a safety but I didn't like what was available. DT could be an option also but I like the future of our franchise with the bookend tackles on the right and left side of the offense and of the defense.
James Hall had a very good year for the Rams with 10.5 sacks but I think he benifitted from Chris Long alot to achieve those numbers.
Jordan will be a nice fit to the young defense for years to come. He is better against the run than rushing the passer which is something Rams could use help with but he does posses skills to rush the passer. Cameron's stock has been improving quickly since the senior bowl. Cameron is a very good tackler who can get in the backfield quickly due to using his hands so well. He is a Spags type guy, big, disciplined and fundamentally sound with a go go go motor.
Some Rams fans might want hometown product Aldon Smith right here and while tempted Aldon is still a project. The Rams are actually in a descent spot right now in the inferior NFC West but they cant afford quite yet to take high picks based on upside plus Aldon will be better used in a 3-4 defense at the next level. Of course we would have loved for Julio to fall to us but with Avery coming back along with Clayton to go with Darnario Alexander I think our wr corp is better than most people give us credit for.
I think most realistic Rams fans are looking at this pick being DE. It is a need for our team, it might not be sexy but it is a need. I think a corner could be a need or a safety but I didn't like what was available. DT could be an option also but I like the future of our franchise with the bookend tackles on the right and left side of the offense and of the defense.
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Dolfan
Footballguy
1.15 Miami Dolphins - Mike Pouncey, OL, Florida
Not too into any of the QBs in this year's draft (or in free agency either for that matter), so the plan is to put some more pieces around Chad Henne and hope he takes a big step forward this year. Pouncey will fit nicely into our offensive line and should have an impact right away. Miami's owner has already shown a willingness to spend some money and likes to make a splash in free agency. I fully expect him to go strong after DeAngelo Williams and probably a WR (Malcom Floyd) and TE (Kevin Boss) in free agency -- whenever that starts.
I'm not high on Ingram, who most have Miami taking, and there are no DBs worthy of the 15th pick, so S will have to be addressed later...
Not too into any of the QBs in this year's draft (or in free agency either for that matter), so the plan is to put some more pieces around Chad Henne and hope he takes a big step forward this year. Pouncey will fit nicely into our offensive line and should have an impact right away. Miami's owner has already shown a willingness to spend some money and likes to make a splash in free agency. I fully expect him to go strong after DeAngelo Williams and probably a WR (Malcom Floyd) and TE (Kevin Boss) in free agency -- whenever that starts.
I'm not high on Ingram, who most have Miami taking, and there are no DBs worthy of the 15th pick, so S will have to be addressed later...
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CompetitiveEdgeFootball
Footballguy
With the 16th overall pick, in the 2011 NFL Draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars select:
Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
No need to get too clever here. There are many team needs that could be addressed in this draft for Jacksonville. Defensive secondary is the top priority, but this is a weak safety draft. The top two corners have been selected, and reaching for a CB is not something we're looking at. David Garrard is not the long term answer under center, but isn't a big enough concern to reach for a QB versus drafting for defensive need. WR is not an option with Green/Jones off the board.
Da'Quan Bowers answered concerns about his knee injury by having a terrible pro day at the beginning of the month. JJ Watt was attractive to us, but in the end we felt that Aldon Smith's "kearse like" athleticism was a nice fit for this team. One of the fastest and most athletic ends in the draft, he can be a multi scheme/package piece. He will have to bulk up some in order to play 4-3 end at the pro level, but it's easier to add muscle to a frame than it is to come by the kind of speed, quickness, and instinct that Smith possesses. Despite his lean body composition he still plays well against the run. He's likely to see some time immediately, and has the upside to develop into a dominant, play making end at the pro level.
Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
No need to get too clever here. There are many team needs that could be addressed in this draft for Jacksonville. Defensive secondary is the top priority, but this is a weak safety draft. The top two corners have been selected, and reaching for a CB is not something we're looking at. David Garrard is not the long term answer under center, but isn't a big enough concern to reach for a QB versus drafting for defensive need. WR is not an option with Green/Jones off the board.
Da'Quan Bowers answered concerns about his knee injury by having a terrible pro day at the beginning of the month. JJ Watt was attractive to us, but in the end we felt that Aldon Smith's "kearse like" athleticism was a nice fit for this team. One of the fastest and most athletic ends in the draft, he can be a multi scheme/package piece. He will have to bulk up some in order to play 4-3 end at the pro level, but it's easier to add muscle to a frame than it is to come by the kind of speed, quickness, and instinct that Smith possesses. Despite his lean body composition he still plays well against the run. He's likely to see some time immediately, and has the upside to develop into a dominant, play making end at the pro level.
chinawildman
Footballguy
already taken.
adrenaline
Footballguy
I like the player & like that he fills a need. Pretty quick for a guy his size, big enough he could possibly rotate inside. Well done.
adrenaline
Footballguy
This pick is golden, much neeeded. I see Pouncey as the guy least likely to flop in this draft. Nice!
eakfootball
Footballguy
I'm taking Prince Amukamara
adrenaline
Footballguy
Another one of this nice class of DEs off the board. Nice to see a string of not too sexy or clever but sensible picks. Good job.
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
I like the Cameron Jordan pick for the Rams.
Cassius
Footballguy
Oops, missed that. In that case I'm hoping for a Watts/Kerrigan pick.
CompetitiveEdgeFootball
Footballguy
Seems like the best move. We are desperate for pass rush.
Cassius
Footballguy
Tempted by Ingram, I won't lie. But I know that won't happen.
adrenaline
Footballguy
I was thinking Watts or Wilkerson, looks like we're all on the same page.
CompetitiveEdgeFootball
Footballguy
I can't see them going RB first round... They do have a lot of team needs, both lines and the whole defense...I've said in other posts that NE had one of the most productive running games in the league with their motley crew. I expect them to address RB, but probably where the value is, 2nd and 3rd round.What i hear is that they like leshoure, and they're warming to ingram. I bet if he falls out of the first they make a move on him.
Tackling Dummies
Footballguy
1.17 Patriots select Wisconsin DE J.J. Watt
Should be a three down player from day one. He's a much needed upgrade to a mid-ranked and young D in putting pressure on the QB. Would have loved to see Cam Jordan fall to 17.
NFLPost on Watt:
former Central Michigan transfer who made the move from tight end upon his arrival to Wisconsin in 2008. A tall, long-armed kid with a leaner-looking frame and has the ability to add even more girth to his frame. Displays impressive bend and flexibility when asked to coil up and sit into his stance off the edge. Has played both from a three- and four-point stance at end, has stood up on the outside and even kicked inside to tackle on pass downs. Possesses a sneaky first step off the football and because of his length and natural burst can quickly get on top of defensive tackles toward the edge. Allows his pad level to get up easily when trying to reach the corner and doesn't have the type of fluidity/bend to drop his pad level and flatten around the edge, but loves to work his spin move back underneath in order to find the quarterback. Has a powerful set of hands into contact and can really jar defenders initially at the point of attack on his bull rush and walk his way into the backfield. Also does a nice job using his long arms on the edge when trying to reach the corner, loves to work the arm over both inside and out and has some above-average short-area quickness for a guy his size. Can work the inside move off the snap both lined up as a DE and DT and has the body control to quickly slide step the block and keep himself clean before closing on the passer. Isn't a dynamic speed rusher by any stretch though and relies more on his inside counter, power and length o fight his way off blocks. Allows his pad level to get upright when he tries to change directions and fight his way though contact inside, but he has a motor that runs nonstop and works hard through the play.
Delivers a nasty jolt at the point of attack in the run game. Extends his arms well, keeps his base down and can really rock opposing blockers on contact. Displays some short-area quickness when asked to slip blocks upright as well and can make his way into the backfield. However, when trying to cross the face of opposing linemen inside and crash down the line, gets too upright with his pad level, doesn't protect his frame and can easily be washed away down the line. But, as an in-line guy, knows how to anchor at the point, set the edge and play off blocks when run at. Finds the football well for the most part and has good read and react ability. Nevertheless, is a bit limited as a stop and start athlete and doesn't have a real burst initially when asked to close and is more of a high motor strider in pursuit.
Impression: A tall, long-armed physical defensive end who has the versatility to play as either as a DE in a 3-4 and as DE/three-technique in a 4-3. He plays hard, is a natural bender for his size and looks like a solid contributor as a three-down lineman in the NFL in any scheme he plays. Will be on just about every team's draft board.
Should be a three down player from day one. He's a much needed upgrade to a mid-ranked and young D in putting pressure on the QB. Would have loved to see Cam Jordan fall to 17.
NFLPost on Watt:
former Central Michigan transfer who made the move from tight end upon his arrival to Wisconsin in 2008. A tall, long-armed kid with a leaner-looking frame and has the ability to add even more girth to his frame. Displays impressive bend and flexibility when asked to coil up and sit into his stance off the edge. Has played both from a three- and four-point stance at end, has stood up on the outside and even kicked inside to tackle on pass downs. Possesses a sneaky first step off the football and because of his length and natural burst can quickly get on top of defensive tackles toward the edge. Allows his pad level to get up easily when trying to reach the corner and doesn't have the type of fluidity/bend to drop his pad level and flatten around the edge, but loves to work his spin move back underneath in order to find the quarterback. Has a powerful set of hands into contact and can really jar defenders initially at the point of attack on his bull rush and walk his way into the backfield. Also does a nice job using his long arms on the edge when trying to reach the corner, loves to work the arm over both inside and out and has some above-average short-area quickness for a guy his size. Can work the inside move off the snap both lined up as a DE and DT and has the body control to quickly slide step the block and keep himself clean before closing on the passer. Isn't a dynamic speed rusher by any stretch though and relies more on his inside counter, power and length o fight his way off blocks. Allows his pad level to get upright when he tries to change directions and fight his way though contact inside, but he has a motor that runs nonstop and works hard through the play.
Delivers a nasty jolt at the point of attack in the run game. Extends his arms well, keeps his base down and can really rock opposing blockers on contact. Displays some short-area quickness when asked to slip blocks upright as well and can make his way into the backfield. However, when trying to cross the face of opposing linemen inside and crash down the line, gets too upright with his pad level, doesn't protect his frame and can easily be washed away down the line. But, as an in-line guy, knows how to anchor at the point, set the edge and play off blocks when run at. Finds the football well for the most part and has good read and react ability. Nevertheless, is a bit limited as a stop and start athlete and doesn't have a real burst initially when asked to close and is more of a high motor strider in pursuit.
Impression: A tall, long-armed physical defensive end who has the versatility to play as either as a DE in a 3-4 and as DE/three-technique in a 4-3. He plays hard, is a natural bender for his size and looks like a solid contributor as a three-down lineman in the NFL in any scheme he plays. Will be on just about every team's draft board.
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