1) Andre Smith running the 40 topless
Man-boobs and flubber don't impress scouts. Nobody expects him to be the hulk, but we would like to see less of his skin.
2) 18 game regular season
Will there be any players left for the playoffs or will they all be on IR?
3) 2nd Round Better Value than 1st
The cost of signing players in the first round is so high that teams would rather trade for a second rounder than a first. This is a crazy situation. Rookie Cap please!!!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Best Free Agent Signings
1) Albert Haynesworth to the Redskins
Haynesworth got money thrown at him in traditional Snyder fashion, but you can't argue that Haynesworth makes the Redskins significantly better.
2) Antonio Bryant to stay in Tampa
He was huge for the Bucs last year and earnt his big deal and a spot as a star in Florida.
3) Jordan Gross back in Carolina
It is boring to go for a team retaining its free agents, but this is a top young OL that could have broken the bank elsewhere, but got good money to stay in a good spot. The Panthers needed him back.
Haynesworth got money thrown at him in traditional Snyder fashion, but you can't argue that Haynesworth makes the Redskins significantly better.
2) Antonio Bryant to stay in Tampa
He was huge for the Bucs last year and earnt his big deal and a spot as a star in Florida.
3) Jordan Gross back in Carolina
It is boring to go for a team retaining its free agents, but this is a top young OL that could have broken the bank elsewhere, but got good money to stay in a good spot. The Panthers needed him back.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Mock Update
Round 1 Mock Draft
1. Detroit – Matthew Stafford, QB, UGA
I think Curry is a better player, but a team coming from the bottom up needs someone to become the face, even if Culpepper is the man to start this season. If they were guaranteed to get the #1 pick next year I would take Curry now and Bradford next year, but…
2. St Louis – Aaron Curry, LB, Wake Forest
The complete player brings some much needed athleticism and playmaking on defense.
3. Kansas City – Brian Orakpo, DE/OLB, Texas
The Chiefs need some playmakers on defense and Orakpo is a specimen. I also think if Crabtree was 100% he might be a shot.
4. Seattle - Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
Smith or Monroe are the top two tackles, but Smith’s athleticism gets him the nod to help be the future beyond Walter Jones.
5. Cleveland Browns – Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia
The Browns take whoever the Seahawks don’t to sure up their protection.
6. Cincinnati – Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech
The best WR will immediately fill Housh’s spot opposite Ocho Cinco/
7. Oakland – BJ Raji, DT, Boston College
The WR debate is on, but perhaps history shows Al Davis drafts big guys. They signed Khalif Barnes to handle the OL, now they take the DT to fill the gaping holes up front.
8. Jacksonville – Andre Smith, OT, Alabama
The Jags will have seen some good things about his Pro Day and likely schedule him for a private workout. BJ Raji is still a chance, but the Jags front office are now stating a clear desire to still draft O Line even with Tra Thomas.
9. Green Bay – Everette Brown, DE/OLB, FSU
The ideal player for the outside backer in the Packers 3-4 they are installing.
10. San Francisco – Michael Oher, OT, Ole Miss
QB is going to be a popular pick, but the Niners are probably wary of a first round QB pick so soon after Alex Smith. Here they get someone to play RT opposite Joe Staley.
11. Buffalo – Aaron Maybin, DE, Penn State
The run on quality tackles has left the Bills looking defensive, so an end opposite Schobel is here to add the needed pass rush for Dick Jauron.
12. Denver Broncos – Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU
If they get the right offer from Tampa maybe they take Sanchez here, but for now, with Cutler at QB, they add a 3-4 DE to fit their system and a good value pick also.
13. Washington – Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
With Haynesworth on the inside and Jason Taylor gone, here is a fine pass rusher to spark the Redskins.
14. New Orleans Saints – Malcolm Jenkins, DB, Ohio State
Is her a CB or Safety? Who cares, the Saints need both and Jenkins is a great player.
15. Houston - Beanie Wells, RB, Ohio State
Back to Back buckeyes. The first RB taken is Wells who fits the zone scheme in Houston better than Moreno and is a great complement to Slaton.
16. San Diego – Brian Cushing, LB, USC
The shortage of LBs helps Cushing climb a bit higher than anticipated and with LT resigned, they can put off his replacement for another year.
17. New York Jets – Percy Harvin, WR, Florida
Sanchez could be very tempting here, but the Jets need speed outside and Harvin is electric.
18. Chicago – Jeremy Maclin, WR, Missouri
CB help is needed, but how about someone to get downfield for whoever is the QB. Maclin offers good value here as well and can take the pressure of Hester.
19. Tampa Bay – Mark Sanchez, QB, USC
Tampa could be tempted to trade up to secure Sanchez if he gets past the 49ers, but here they get him anyway to start the Raheem Morris era.
20. Detroit – Eben Britton, OT, Arizona
Time to give Stafford some more protection. Britton is the fifth OT taken this round.
21. Philadelphia – Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia
Westbrook needs a running mate and with Buckhalter gone, Moreno fits the bill. The Eagles become even more dangerous now.
22. Minnesota – Alex Mackr, OL, California
Matt Birk is gone, so young depth up front is needed, even if a bit of a reach.
23. New England – Clay Matthews, LB, USC
Matthews is a good fit for the 3-4 and is a Belichick type of player, a possible replacement instantly for Vrabel.
24. Atlanta – Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State
They need to give Matt Ryan a viable TE who can also open lanes for Michael Turner. Pettigrew is perfect for this.
25. Miami – Rey Maualuga, LB, USC
That is 3 USC LB gone in the 1st. The Dolphins look to solidify the middle in the 3-4 alongside CHanning Crowder.
26. Baltimore Ravens – DJ Moore, CB, Vanderbilt
Samari Rolle is gone, Chris McCallister is aging. Time for some youth at CB.
27. Indianapolis – Peria Jerry, DT, Ole Miss
The Colts need to fix their inside run defense and the big guy from the Rebels is the man. A WR like Nicks would be a strong possibility also.
28. Philadelphia – Hakeem Nicks, WR, UNC
Nicks is possibly the most polished WR in the draft and an immediate upgrade to their corps.
29. New York Giants – Darius Hayward-Bey, WR, Maryland
We saw how they struggled without Plaxico, so now they need a big athletic target along with their little hands guys and Hayward-Bey is the deep threat.
30. Tennessee – Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
The home state product gives the Titans some edge rush. If one of the top wideouts remains, it will be a tough decision.
31. Arizona – Donald Brown, RB, Connecticut
The Cards need someone to run with Hightower, so Brown offers versatility in the run game and catching passes.
32. Pittsburgh – Alphonso Smith, CB, Wake Forest
Two Wake players in Round 1??? What is happening here? The Steelers need CB help after the departure of McFadden and Smith is next in line. Possibly also Darius Butler.
1. Detroit – Matthew Stafford, QB, UGA
I think Curry is a better player, but a team coming from the bottom up needs someone to become the face, even if Culpepper is the man to start this season. If they were guaranteed to get the #1 pick next year I would take Curry now and Bradford next year, but…
2. St Louis – Aaron Curry, LB, Wake Forest
The complete player brings some much needed athleticism and playmaking on defense.
3. Kansas City – Brian Orakpo, DE/OLB, Texas
The Chiefs need some playmakers on defense and Orakpo is a specimen. I also think if Crabtree was 100% he might be a shot.
4. Seattle - Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
Smith or Monroe are the top two tackles, but Smith’s athleticism gets him the nod to help be the future beyond Walter Jones.
5. Cleveland Browns – Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia
The Browns take whoever the Seahawks don’t to sure up their protection.
6. Cincinnati – Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech
The best WR will immediately fill Housh’s spot opposite Ocho Cinco/
7. Oakland – BJ Raji, DT, Boston College
The WR debate is on, but perhaps history shows Al Davis drafts big guys. They signed Khalif Barnes to handle the OL, now they take the DT to fill the gaping holes up front.
8. Jacksonville – Andre Smith, OT, Alabama
The Jags will have seen some good things about his Pro Day and likely schedule him for a private workout. BJ Raji is still a chance, but the Jags front office are now stating a clear desire to still draft O Line even with Tra Thomas.
9. Green Bay – Everette Brown, DE/OLB, FSU
The ideal player for the outside backer in the Packers 3-4 they are installing.
10. San Francisco – Michael Oher, OT, Ole Miss
QB is going to be a popular pick, but the Niners are probably wary of a first round QB pick so soon after Alex Smith. Here they get someone to play RT opposite Joe Staley.
11. Buffalo – Aaron Maybin, DE, Penn State
The run on quality tackles has left the Bills looking defensive, so an end opposite Schobel is here to add the needed pass rush for Dick Jauron.
12. Denver Broncos – Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU
If they get the right offer from Tampa maybe they take Sanchez here, but for now, with Cutler at QB, they add a 3-4 DE to fit their system and a good value pick also.
13. Washington – Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
With Haynesworth on the inside and Jason Taylor gone, here is a fine pass rusher to spark the Redskins.
14. New Orleans Saints – Malcolm Jenkins, DB, Ohio State
Is her a CB or Safety? Who cares, the Saints need both and Jenkins is a great player.
15. Houston - Beanie Wells, RB, Ohio State
Back to Back buckeyes. The first RB taken is Wells who fits the zone scheme in Houston better than Moreno and is a great complement to Slaton.
16. San Diego – Brian Cushing, LB, USC
The shortage of LBs helps Cushing climb a bit higher than anticipated and with LT resigned, they can put off his replacement for another year.
17. New York Jets – Percy Harvin, WR, Florida
Sanchez could be very tempting here, but the Jets need speed outside and Harvin is electric.
18. Chicago – Jeremy Maclin, WR, Missouri
CB help is needed, but how about someone to get downfield for whoever is the QB. Maclin offers good value here as well and can take the pressure of Hester.
19. Tampa Bay – Mark Sanchez, QB, USC
Tampa could be tempted to trade up to secure Sanchez if he gets past the 49ers, but here they get him anyway to start the Raheem Morris era.
20. Detroit – Eben Britton, OT, Arizona
Time to give Stafford some more protection. Britton is the fifth OT taken this round.
21. Philadelphia – Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia
Westbrook needs a running mate and with Buckhalter gone, Moreno fits the bill. The Eagles become even more dangerous now.
22. Minnesota – Alex Mackr, OL, California
Matt Birk is gone, so young depth up front is needed, even if a bit of a reach.
23. New England – Clay Matthews, LB, USC
Matthews is a good fit for the 3-4 and is a Belichick type of player, a possible replacement instantly for Vrabel.
24. Atlanta – Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State
They need to give Matt Ryan a viable TE who can also open lanes for Michael Turner. Pettigrew is perfect for this.
25. Miami – Rey Maualuga, LB, USC
That is 3 USC LB gone in the 1st. The Dolphins look to solidify the middle in the 3-4 alongside CHanning Crowder.
26. Baltimore Ravens – DJ Moore, CB, Vanderbilt
Samari Rolle is gone, Chris McCallister is aging. Time for some youth at CB.
27. Indianapolis – Peria Jerry, DT, Ole Miss
The Colts need to fix their inside run defense and the big guy from the Rebels is the man. A WR like Nicks would be a strong possibility also.
28. Philadelphia – Hakeem Nicks, WR, UNC
Nicks is possibly the most polished WR in the draft and an immediate upgrade to their corps.
29. New York Giants – Darius Hayward-Bey, WR, Maryland
We saw how they struggled without Plaxico, so now they need a big athletic target along with their little hands guys and Hayward-Bey is the deep threat.
30. Tennessee – Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
The home state product gives the Titans some edge rush. If one of the top wideouts remains, it will be a tough decision.
31. Arizona – Donald Brown, RB, Connecticut
The Cards need someone to run with Hightower, so Brown offers versatility in the run game and catching passes.
32. Pittsburgh – Alphonso Smith, CB, Wake Forest
Two Wake players in Round 1??? What is happening here? The Steelers need CB help after the departure of McFadden and Smith is next in line. Possibly also Darius Butler.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
We're Back!
After a hiaitus for 3 months, we are back and the off-season training has our minds and typing fingers in top shape. Lets kick it off with a Mock Draft!
Round 1 Mock Draft
1.
I think Curry is a better player, but a team coming from the bottom up needs someone to become the face, even if Culpepper is the man to start this season. If they were guaranteed to get the #1 pick next year I would take Curry now and Bradford next year, but…
2.
The complete player brings some much needed athleticism and playmaking on defense.
3.
The Chiefs need some playmakers on defense and Orakpo is a specimen. I also think if Crabtree was 100% he might be a shot.
4. Seattle - Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
Smith or Monroe are the top two tackles, but Smith’s athleticism gets him the nod to help be the future beyond Walter Jones.
5.
The Browns take whoever the Seahawks don’t to sure up their protection.
6.
The best WR will immediately fill Housh’s spot opposite Ocho Cinco/
7.
Al Davis loves speed and they need another explosive playmaker, so here is Maclin, even if a few spots higher than valued.
8.
Everyone has the Jags thinking O line, but after getting Tra Thomas and the top two tackles are gone, they need another presence on the inside. Andre Smith is still a chance here.
9.
The ideal player for the outside backer in the Packers 3-4 they are installing.
10.
QB is going to be a popular pick, but the Niners are probably wary of a first round QB pick so soon after Alex Smith. Here they get someone to play RT opposite Joe Staley.
11.
The run on quality tackles is on here. The Bills get a true talent to help Trent Edwards development.
12.
If they get the right offer from
13. Washington – Aaron Maybin. DE.
With Haynesworth on the inside and Jason Taylor gone, here is a fine pass rusher to spark the Redskins.
14.
Is her a CB or Safety? Who cares, the Saints need both and Jenkins is a great player.
15. Houston - Beanie Wells, RB,
Back to Back buckeyes. The first RB taken is Wells who fits the zone scheme in
16.
The Chargers will happily build for the future with
17.
Sanchez could be very tempting here, but the Jets need speed outside and Harvin is electric.
18. Chicago – Vontae Davis, CB,
The Bears stay in-state for the needed help for their aging secondary. With some good WR on offer still available they could be tempting, but look for them to go WR in Round 2.
19.
20.
They get a top LB and a top QB in Round 1. A good outing. Maybe if they had gone the other way they still might have been successful.
21.
The Eagles were eyeing off one of the top 2 runners, but instead start the youth movement on OL.
22.
Matt Birk is gone, so young depth up front is needed, even if a bit of a reach.
23.
Matthews is a good fit for the 3-4 and is a Belichick type of player, a possible replacement instantly for Vrabel.
24.
That is 3 USC LB gone in the 1st. The Falcons look to replace Keith Brooking here.
25.
The athletic English fits the mold for the 3-4 and will be the choice over a possible WR.
26.
Samari Rolle is gone, Chris McCallister is aging. Time for some youth at CB/
27.
The Colts need to fix their inside run defense and the big guy from the Rebels is the man. A WR like Nicks would be a strong possibility also.
28.
Nicks is possibly the most polished WR in the draft and an immediate upgrade to their corps.
29.
We saw how they struggled without Plaxico, so now they need a big athletic target along with their little hands guys and Hayward-Bey is the deep threat.
30.
The home state product gives the Titans some edge rush. If one of the top wideouts remains, it will be a tough decision.
31.
The Cards need someone to run with Hightower, so Brown offers versatility in the run game and catching passes.
32.
Two Wake players in Round 1??? What is happening here? The Steelers need CB help after the departure of McFadden and Smith is next in line.
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