Monday, April 27, 2009
Pats draft re-cap
The Patriots did a alot of wheeling and dealing this weekend. They acquired two second rounders next year and sent corner/kick returner Ellis Hobbs packing. A move which surprised me. Ellis was a very good kick returner and a decent corner. But after signing Bodden, Springs and drafting Darius Butler it made Hobbs expendable. I liked Ellis, When most Patriots would give you a rude remark when asked for an interview, Hobbs was always ready to talk. The Patrick Chung choice for me is a filler for Rodney. He can learn from him and fill his shoes when his time is up. He is a similar player. One who can fill the box. Brace was a great move. I think you'll see Vince Wilfork walk at the end of the season. I think Wilfork is one of the best D-lineman in the game at stopping the run and will be paid like it. The Patriots don't play that game. Brace can now learn the system for a year. Get his feet wet and come in on 3rd and short and goal line situations. Darius Butler is a tough player against the run. I love when a cornerback isn't afraid to make a tackle. Sebastian Vollmer is a huge O-Tackle who could see early playing time on the right side. He could end up at left in a few years. He is still pretty raw and will only get better. Branden Tate was a first round prospect until he tore his ACL and MCL last season. Questions surrounded his character after failing a drug test at the combine. But that didn't seem to bother them taking him in the third round. The Pats other third round selection Tyrone Mckenzie was an excellent pick. He is a tackling machine and may be able to move inside in a 3-4 after playing outside linebacker in college. McKenzie had 18 tackles in a game against Pittsburgh in 2007. Rich Ohrnberger could be one of those picks like Dan koppen. He adds great depth to the guard position which needs it. I can see him becoming a starter in the future. He is also a great teammate. George Bussey is very similar to Ohrnberger in size and stats. Both top tier lineman in their conferences. I like these two picks and with Mankins future in question because of contract it was a smart move adding both players. Myron Prior was a 3 year starter at Kentucky. He isn't tall at 6'0'' but is 319lbs which could translate to the nose in a 3-4 adding more depth if he makes the squad. Long Snapper Jake Ingram out of Hawaii will battle for the Long snapper spot after Lonnie Paxton left for Denver. seventh round picks Julian Edelman of Kent and Darryl Richard will try and make the team. Edelman was a quarterback at Kent. I think they like his athleticism more than his throwing ability. His chance to make the team is more at kick returner. Richard is a D-lineman. He had an excellent four year career at Georgia tech. Winning numerous awards in many different seasons. At 6'4'' 290 he adds some depth at end. Jarvis Green and Richard Seymore have contracts up at the end of 2009. I give this draft a B. I think in a few years we will look back and see alot of the players from this years draft contributing to the team. with 4 to 6 potential starters.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Round 2
33. James Lairanitis - ILB - Ohio State - Lions
The lions have a major hole to fill in the middle of the defense. Lairanitis would be an immediate upgrade and starter if he makes it to the second round.
34. Donald Brown - RB - Connecticut - Patriots
With all the patriots runningbacks over thirty except the soft, often injured moroney new england would be a great fit to the patriots running attack adding much needed youth.
35. Kenny Britt - WR - Rutgers - Rams
Torry Holt is gone. Britt will bring some size to the rams at 6'3'' 218lbs. Britt leaves Rutgers as the big east all time leading receiver with 3,043 yards.
36. Connor Barwin OLB/DE - Cincinnatti - Browns
Barwin will fit in as a pass rushing outside linebacker in the browns 3-4 defense. something they missed last year. Clint Sintim could also be an option here.
37. Sen'Derrick Marks - DT - Auburn - Seahawks
Seattle needs a pass rusher but there isn't one that fits them at this pick. Adding Marks next to newly acquired Corey Redding should make for a tough duo up the middle.
38. Percy Harvin - WR - Florida - Bengals
After losing t.j. houshmandzadeh the bengals signed laveranues coles from the jets. But coles skills are declining and chad johnson has been a roller coaster ride the past few years. Harvin could just as easy go mid first round if a team likes him enough.
39 Alphonso Smith - CB - Wake forest - Jaguars
Smith is a talented player who deepens the Jags defensive backfield.
40. Patrick Chung - SS - Oregon - Raiders
Oakland needs a strong safety to put in the box on run support. Chung is a hard worker and great tackler. He leaves oregon 4th in school history with 384 tackles.
41. D.J. Moore - CB - Vanderbilt - Packers
The Green Bay secondary is getting old. especially at the two corner positions. Great on run support and a very gifted athlete who played multiple position at Vanderbilt.
42. Lawrence Sidbury - DE - Richmond - Bills
A small school guy who has generated a huge buzz. Buffalo needs help in the pass rush. Sidbury is a super athlete who also ran track in the 100 meter dash and throwing events. He is a very intelligent person who was a frequent to the honor roll. Another player who could sneak in the first round.
43. Eben Britton - OT - Arizona - 49ers
Britton adds depth to the o-line. He could see action early if veteran Marvel Smith doesn't pan out.
44. Vontae Davis - DB - Illinois - Dolphins
in september Davis was being mentioned as a first rounder. He had a terrible year and was benched by coach ron zook at the end of the season. Davis is a gifted athlete who will serve best in a safety roll.
45. Brandon Pettigrew - TE - Oklahoma State - Giants
Pettigrew is an excellent blocker and great receiver in short yardage area. At 6'5'' 263lbs he is very tough to bring down after the catch.
46. Andre Brown - RB - N.C. State - Texans
Houston wants a bigger back to complement Steve Slaton. Brown is 6'0'' 224lbs who can run inside, outside and catch passes. Brown has helped himself greatly with a strong combine and pro day.
47. Franz Joseph - ILB - Florida Atlantic - Patriots
Joseph didn't get much media recognition. He transferred from boston college after a redshirt freshman year to be closer to home. Joseph was a tackling machine at FAU and may be the steal of the draft here.
48. Sean Smith - DB - Utah - Broncos
The Broncos need alot of defensive help. Smith should help out the skeleton crew defensive backfield. May be best suited as a safety.
49. Brian Robiskie - WR - Ohio State - Bears
The bears have nobody to throw to. Robiskie is a sound route runner but not a gamebreaker.
50. LeSean McCoy - RB - Pittsburg - Browns
Jamaal Lewis had a down year and is getting older by NFL standards. McCoy was super productive starting his freshman year. McCoy is a smaller back at 197 pounds. But after two seasons as a panther his 36 touchdowns in 25 games speak volumes of his talent.
51. Rashad Johnson - S - Alabama - Cowboys
The Cowboys need a safety and Johnson can help, especially in run support. He is a smaller safety and had an arrest in february. But was a team captain after walking on as a freshman.
52. Jauquin Iglesias - WR - Oklahoma - Jets
The jets need a wide out after losing Coles to free agency. Iglesias was overshadowed by past teammates.
53. Max Unger - C - Oregon - Eagles
Unger should step in over Jamaal Jackson at center who struggled last season.
54. Eric Wood - C - Louisville - Vikings
Wood will fill a huge hole after Matt Birk left via free agency.
55. Louis Delmas - S - Western Michigan - Falcons
The Falcons need to add depth after moving on from Lawyer Milloy. Delmas fits the hybrid safty they are looking for.
56. Pat White - QB/WR - West Virginia - Dolphins
The wildcat offense that Miami ran last year is built for white. White is a tremendous athlete who will find success in various rolls as a player.
57. Phil Loadholt - OT - Oklahoma - Ravens
He will beat out Willie Anderson for the right tackle spot.
58. Duke Robinson - G - Oklahoma - Patriots
The massive Robinson (6'5'' 329lbs) will add depth to the line which is needed. Logan Mankins contract is up at the end of this coming season.
59. Michael Johnson - DE - Georgia Tech - Panthers
With Julius Peppers unhappy this will help ease the pain should they trade him. Johnson was considered a high first rounder in august before a down year.
60. Clint Sintim - OLB/DE - Virginia - Giants
Adds another rusher to the Giants tough defense
61. Jasper Brinkley - ILB - South Carolina - Colts
Adds depth behind Gary Brackett and could be come the starter of the future.
62. Shawn Nelson - TE - Southern Miss - Titans
Tight End has never been a strong suit in Tennessee. Nelson could add another weapon to the passing game.
63. Jared Cook - TE - South Carolina - Cardinals
Cook had a very impressive combine. Should be the starter from day one catching passer. The tight end position was non existent for the Cards last year.
64. Andy Levitre - G - Oregon State - Steelers
There are other areas of need for the steelers. But they would get the best value here with Levitre. Adding Levitre and Mack would be a major upgrade to the line.
The lions have a major hole to fill in the middle of the defense. Lairanitis would be an immediate upgrade and starter if he makes it to the second round.
34. Donald Brown - RB - Connecticut - Patriots
With all the patriots runningbacks over thirty except the soft, often injured moroney new england would be a great fit to the patriots running attack adding much needed youth.
35. Kenny Britt - WR - Rutgers - Rams
Torry Holt is gone. Britt will bring some size to the rams at 6'3'' 218lbs. Britt leaves Rutgers as the big east all time leading receiver with 3,043 yards.
36. Connor Barwin OLB/DE - Cincinnatti - Browns
Barwin will fit in as a pass rushing outside linebacker in the browns 3-4 defense. something they missed last year. Clint Sintim could also be an option here.
37. Sen'Derrick Marks - DT - Auburn - Seahawks
Seattle needs a pass rusher but there isn't one that fits them at this pick. Adding Marks next to newly acquired Corey Redding should make for a tough duo up the middle.
38. Percy Harvin - WR - Florida - Bengals
After losing t.j. houshmandzadeh the bengals signed laveranues coles from the jets. But coles skills are declining and chad johnson has been a roller coaster ride the past few years. Harvin could just as easy go mid first round if a team likes him enough.
39 Alphonso Smith - CB - Wake forest - Jaguars
Smith is a talented player who deepens the Jags defensive backfield.
40. Patrick Chung - SS - Oregon - Raiders
Oakland needs a strong safety to put in the box on run support. Chung is a hard worker and great tackler. He leaves oregon 4th in school history with 384 tackles.
41. D.J. Moore - CB - Vanderbilt - Packers
The Green Bay secondary is getting old. especially at the two corner positions. Great on run support and a very gifted athlete who played multiple position at Vanderbilt.
42. Lawrence Sidbury - DE - Richmond - Bills
A small school guy who has generated a huge buzz. Buffalo needs help in the pass rush. Sidbury is a super athlete who also ran track in the 100 meter dash and throwing events. He is a very intelligent person who was a frequent to the honor roll. Another player who could sneak in the first round.
43. Eben Britton - OT - Arizona - 49ers
Britton adds depth to the o-line. He could see action early if veteran Marvel Smith doesn't pan out.
44. Vontae Davis - DB - Illinois - Dolphins
in september Davis was being mentioned as a first rounder. He had a terrible year and was benched by coach ron zook at the end of the season. Davis is a gifted athlete who will serve best in a safety roll.
45. Brandon Pettigrew - TE - Oklahoma State - Giants
Pettigrew is an excellent blocker and great receiver in short yardage area. At 6'5'' 263lbs he is very tough to bring down after the catch.
46. Andre Brown - RB - N.C. State - Texans
Houston wants a bigger back to complement Steve Slaton. Brown is 6'0'' 224lbs who can run inside, outside and catch passes. Brown has helped himself greatly with a strong combine and pro day.
47. Franz Joseph - ILB - Florida Atlantic - Patriots
Joseph didn't get much media recognition. He transferred from boston college after a redshirt freshman year to be closer to home. Joseph was a tackling machine at FAU and may be the steal of the draft here.
48. Sean Smith - DB - Utah - Broncos
The Broncos need alot of defensive help. Smith should help out the skeleton crew defensive backfield. May be best suited as a safety.
49. Brian Robiskie - WR - Ohio State - Bears
The bears have nobody to throw to. Robiskie is a sound route runner but not a gamebreaker.
50. LeSean McCoy - RB - Pittsburg - Browns
Jamaal Lewis had a down year and is getting older by NFL standards. McCoy was super productive starting his freshman year. McCoy is a smaller back at 197 pounds. But after two seasons as a panther his 36 touchdowns in 25 games speak volumes of his talent.
51. Rashad Johnson - S - Alabama - Cowboys
The Cowboys need a safety and Johnson can help, especially in run support. He is a smaller safety and had an arrest in february. But was a team captain after walking on as a freshman.
52. Jauquin Iglesias - WR - Oklahoma - Jets
The jets need a wide out after losing Coles to free agency. Iglesias was overshadowed by past teammates.
53. Max Unger - C - Oregon - Eagles
Unger should step in over Jamaal Jackson at center who struggled last season.
54. Eric Wood - C - Louisville - Vikings
Wood will fill a huge hole after Matt Birk left via free agency.
55. Louis Delmas - S - Western Michigan - Falcons
The Falcons need to add depth after moving on from Lawyer Milloy. Delmas fits the hybrid safty they are looking for.
56. Pat White - QB/WR - West Virginia - Dolphins
The wildcat offense that Miami ran last year is built for white. White is a tremendous athlete who will find success in various rolls as a player.
57. Phil Loadholt - OT - Oklahoma - Ravens
He will beat out Willie Anderson for the right tackle spot.
58. Duke Robinson - G - Oklahoma - Patriots
The massive Robinson (6'5'' 329lbs) will add depth to the line which is needed. Logan Mankins contract is up at the end of this coming season.
59. Michael Johnson - DE - Georgia Tech - Panthers
With Julius Peppers unhappy this will help ease the pain should they trade him. Johnson was considered a high first rounder in august before a down year.
60. Clint Sintim - OLB/DE - Virginia - Giants
Adds another rusher to the Giants tough defense
61. Jasper Brinkley - ILB - South Carolina - Colts
Adds depth behind Gary Brackett and could be come the starter of the future.
62. Shawn Nelson - TE - Southern Miss - Titans
Tight End has never been a strong suit in Tennessee. Nelson could add another weapon to the passing game.
63. Jared Cook - TE - South Carolina - Cardinals
Cook had a very impressive combine. Should be the starter from day one catching passer. The tight end position was non existent for the Cards last year.
64. Andy Levitre - G - Oregon State - Steelers
There are other areas of need for the steelers. But they would get the best value here with Levitre. Adding Levitre and Mack would be a major upgrade to the line.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
2009 NFL Mock draft round 1
1. Matthew Stafford - QB - Georgia - Lions
word is the lions are trying to work out a contract before sunday with him.
2. Jason Smith - OT - Baylor - Rams
pace is gone and smith should step right in at left tackle.
3. Aaron Curry - OLB - Wake Forest - Chiefs
it would not suprise me to see the chiefs trade down. b.j. raji and eugene monroe could also land here. if they dont trade i think they will take the can't miss curry. this could aldo be a landing spot for marc sanchez if a trade is made.
4. Eugene Monroe - OT - Virginia - Seahawks
there's alot of buzz about marc sanchez landing here. but perennial pro bowler walter jones is 35 and monroe would be a great addition to the line. they could also trade down if a team looking for sanchez comes calling.
5. Michael Crabtree - WR - Texas Tech - Browns
cleveland needs a pass rusher but crabtree is to good to pass up and questions surround braylon edwards future with the team and the browns also lost stallworth.
6. Andre Smith - OT - Alabama - Bengals
the bengals need serious help on the offensive line. they are pleased with smith even though he has had some issues in the past 4 months. michael oher could also land here but word is they like smith better.
7. Jeremy Maclin - WR - Missouri - Raiders
maclin is a playmaker and the raiders need an explosive reciever.
8. B.J. Raji - DT - Boston College - Jaguars
after losing marcus stroud the jags look to fill the void with raji.
9. Tyson Jackson - DE - Louisiana State - Packers
Packers swith to a 3-4 this season leaves them needing an end and jackson fits perfectly, michael oher could also go here to upgrade the o-line.
10. Michael Oher - OT - Mississippi - 49ers
the 49ers need a pass rusher but oher is the depth and possibly starter they need on the line. there are more pass rushers in later rounds they can take a shot at.
11. Everette Brown - OLB - Florida State - Bills
the bills need a pass rusher and brown will be their man. an upgrade on the o-line is needed
after trading tackle jason peters but the value is not there at this pick to do it.
12. Marc Sanchez - QB - Southern California - Broncos
chances are they will have to trade up to land him if someone doesn't do it before them. if sanchez is gone josh freeman or a defensive player like brian orakpo could be the option here. a trade with the chiefs for the 3 spot or seattle at 4 could be on the horizon.
13. Aaron Maybin - DE - Penn State - Redskins
maybin gained 20 pounds and the redskins need a d-end. they could also trade up for marc sanchez.
14. Malcom jenkins - DB - Ohio State - Saints
alot of buzz about chris wells landing here. the saints need defense, defense and more defense!
15. Brian Orakpo - OLB/DE - Texas - Texans
i'm sure the texans would love if orakpo falls here. if he is already gone clay matthews would be a good fit to the defense.
16. Rey Maualuga - ILB - Southern California - Chargers
if tyson jackson is still here they would grab him to fill the hole left by d-end igor olshansky who joined the cowboys via free agency. but maualuga is a tremdous defender.
17. Josh Freeman - QB - Kansas State - Jets
questions surround the qb position after favre's retirement.
18. Peria Jerry - DT - Mississippi - Broncos
the defense needs help. but can they pass on moreno is the real question. signing an abundance of runningbacks this off season helps them go for jerry.
19. Clay Matthews - OLB - Southern California - Buccaneers
there are a number of ways the bucs could go here. they'd love freeman to be here and may trade up to get him. wide receiver and defensive tackle are also needs. could trade picks with new england and select evander hood.
20. Darius Butler - CB - Connecticut - Lions
Lions need d-backs, butler is an impressive player. alphonso smith, cornerback out of wake forest is also an option.
21. Knowshon Moreno - RB - Georgia - Eagles
Moreno fits the system and would add great depth for the eagles.
22. Darrius Hayward-Bey - WR - Maryland -Vikings
the vikings receiving core is terrible. they hope hayward bey will add an instant up grade for new signal caller sage rosenfels
23. Robert Ayers - OLB - Tennessee - Patriots
Ayers will be a great addition in rushing the passer. last years first round pick jarrod mayo's old teammate will help fill in for the departed vrabel. if ayers is gone jarron gilbert or larry english could be options. they could also move up to take ayers.
24. Brian Cushing - OLB - Southern California - Falcons
They need young talent at olb after losing boley and brooking in free agency. cushing is the guy.
25. Larry English - OLB - Northern Illinois - Dolphins
joey porter is getting older and was a problem at times for coaches last season despite his 17 1/2 sacks. wide reciever is also an area that needs to be addressed.
26. Jarron Gilbert - DE - San Jose State - Ravens
they could just as easy go o-line by taking william beatty or eban britton to play right tackle.
27. Evander Hood - Missouri - Colts
hood fits in great to their system as a one gap tackle and adds some much needed size to the smallest d-line in the nfl.
28. William Beatty - OT - Connecticut - Bills
left tackle jason peters was traded which landed them this pick. beatty should fill in nicely who helped pave the way for donald brown's 2000 yard season.
29. Hakeem Nicks - WR - North Carolina - Giants
if the giants don't aquire braylon edward or anquan boldin before this pick they will go wide receiver.
30. Ron Brace - DT - Boston College - Titans
Tennessee could add depth to the line here by going with brace. especially after losing albert hansworth. if they like wr's percy harvin or kenny britt they could also be options.
31. Chris Wells - RB - Ohio State - Cardinals
the cardinals rush was terrible until the playoffs. james has made it no secret he's not happy there.
32. Alex Mack - C - California - Steelers
Mack will eventually be a pro bowler in this league. he could move to guard.
word is the lions are trying to work out a contract before sunday with him.
2. Jason Smith - OT - Baylor - Rams
pace is gone and smith should step right in at left tackle.
3. Aaron Curry - OLB - Wake Forest - Chiefs
it would not suprise me to see the chiefs trade down. b.j. raji and eugene monroe could also land here. if they dont trade i think they will take the can't miss curry. this could aldo be a landing spot for marc sanchez if a trade is made.
4. Eugene Monroe - OT - Virginia - Seahawks
there's alot of buzz about marc sanchez landing here. but perennial pro bowler walter jones is 35 and monroe would be a great addition to the line. they could also trade down if a team looking for sanchez comes calling.
5. Michael Crabtree - WR - Texas Tech - Browns
cleveland needs a pass rusher but crabtree is to good to pass up and questions surround braylon edwards future with the team and the browns also lost stallworth.
6. Andre Smith - OT - Alabama - Bengals
the bengals need serious help on the offensive line. they are pleased with smith even though he has had some issues in the past 4 months. michael oher could also land here but word is they like smith better.
7. Jeremy Maclin - WR - Missouri - Raiders
maclin is a playmaker and the raiders need an explosive reciever.
8. B.J. Raji - DT - Boston College - Jaguars
after losing marcus stroud the jags look to fill the void with raji.
9. Tyson Jackson - DE - Louisiana State - Packers
Packers swith to a 3-4 this season leaves them needing an end and jackson fits perfectly, michael oher could also go here to upgrade the o-line.
10. Michael Oher - OT - Mississippi - 49ers
the 49ers need a pass rusher but oher is the depth and possibly starter they need on the line. there are more pass rushers in later rounds they can take a shot at.
11. Everette Brown - OLB - Florida State - Bills
the bills need a pass rusher and brown will be their man. an upgrade on the o-line is needed
after trading tackle jason peters but the value is not there at this pick to do it.
12. Marc Sanchez - QB - Southern California - Broncos
chances are they will have to trade up to land him if someone doesn't do it before them. if sanchez is gone josh freeman or a defensive player like brian orakpo could be the option here. a trade with the chiefs for the 3 spot or seattle at 4 could be on the horizon.
13. Aaron Maybin - DE - Penn State - Redskins
maybin gained 20 pounds and the redskins need a d-end. they could also trade up for marc sanchez.
14. Malcom jenkins - DB - Ohio State - Saints
alot of buzz about chris wells landing here. the saints need defense, defense and more defense!
15. Brian Orakpo - OLB/DE - Texas - Texans
i'm sure the texans would love if orakpo falls here. if he is already gone clay matthews would be a good fit to the defense.
16. Rey Maualuga - ILB - Southern California - Chargers
if tyson jackson is still here they would grab him to fill the hole left by d-end igor olshansky who joined the cowboys via free agency. but maualuga is a tremdous defender.
17. Josh Freeman - QB - Kansas State - Jets
questions surround the qb position after favre's retirement.
18. Peria Jerry - DT - Mississippi - Broncos
the defense needs help. but can they pass on moreno is the real question. signing an abundance of runningbacks this off season helps them go for jerry.
19. Clay Matthews - OLB - Southern California - Buccaneers
there are a number of ways the bucs could go here. they'd love freeman to be here and may trade up to get him. wide receiver and defensive tackle are also needs. could trade picks with new england and select evander hood.
20. Darius Butler - CB - Connecticut - Lions
Lions need d-backs, butler is an impressive player. alphonso smith, cornerback out of wake forest is also an option.
21. Knowshon Moreno - RB - Georgia - Eagles
Moreno fits the system and would add great depth for the eagles.
22. Darrius Hayward-Bey - WR - Maryland -Vikings
the vikings receiving core is terrible. they hope hayward bey will add an instant up grade for new signal caller sage rosenfels
23. Robert Ayers - OLB - Tennessee - Patriots
Ayers will be a great addition in rushing the passer. last years first round pick jarrod mayo's old teammate will help fill in for the departed vrabel. if ayers is gone jarron gilbert or larry english could be options. they could also move up to take ayers.
24. Brian Cushing - OLB - Southern California - Falcons
They need young talent at olb after losing boley and brooking in free agency. cushing is the guy.
25. Larry English - OLB - Northern Illinois - Dolphins
joey porter is getting older and was a problem at times for coaches last season despite his 17 1/2 sacks. wide reciever is also an area that needs to be addressed.
26. Jarron Gilbert - DE - San Jose State - Ravens
they could just as easy go o-line by taking william beatty or eban britton to play right tackle.
27. Evander Hood - Missouri - Colts
hood fits in great to their system as a one gap tackle and adds some much needed size to the smallest d-line in the nfl.
28. William Beatty - OT - Connecticut - Bills
left tackle jason peters was traded which landed them this pick. beatty should fill in nicely who helped pave the way for donald brown's 2000 yard season.
29. Hakeem Nicks - WR - North Carolina - Giants
if the giants don't aquire braylon edward or anquan boldin before this pick they will go wide receiver.
30. Ron Brace - DT - Boston College - Titans
Tennessee could add depth to the line here by going with brace. especially after losing albert hansworth. if they like wr's percy harvin or kenny britt they could also be options.
31. Chris Wells - RB - Ohio State - Cardinals
the cardinals rush was terrible until the playoffs. james has made it no secret he's not happy there.
32. Alex Mack - C - California - Steelers
Mack will eventually be a pro bowler in this league. he could move to guard.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Bruins up 1-0
The Boston bruins took game 1 from the Canadiens tonight at the garden. After a physical brawl against Montreal a week ago, the Bruins didn't let their emotions get the best of them. Montreal tried to take Boston out of their game. Putting Georges Laraque on the first line was a sign they wanted to take the game down that road. But the B's stayed patient and ended up winning. Showing they learned a lesson from lastweeks game went hey almost lost because they let emotion get the best of them. Two goals from Phil Kessel and the one from the captain Zedano Chara helped seal the deal. It wasn't the Bruins best game but great defense and sharp goaltending helped. i still think the B's take it in 6.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Bruins, Habs round one
The bruins beat the Islanders in the season finale today. Boston is the #1 seed and has home ice through the playoffs. A team who was lacking toughness the past years has toughened up. Milan Lucic, Shawn Thornton and Zedeno chara have played a physical brand of hockey this season. Tim Thomas has transformed himself into one of the NHL's premiere goaltenders. Thursday the Canadiens came to town. The first period and a half was a playoff preview. Boston came out on top in overtime. I expect this series to go 6 with the Bruins taking it. They have the making of a championship contender. I think you'll see the B's taking on the Capitals in the finals. Then beating Detroit for the cup. sealing the deal on a championship for all 4 major sports this decade.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Cutler a Bear
Denver traded Jay Cutler today. A great move by the Bears. Chicago has needed a quarterback for a long time. Even when they went to the Superbowl a few years back Rex Grossman was in question. This could be a move that sends them back to the Superbowl. Chicago has an excellent defense and Matt Forte proved to be a major weapon for the offense. In return for Cutler, Denver received a first and a third round draft pick this year, a first round pick next year and quarterback Kyle Orton. Denver can now try to add a quarterback via the draft with the 12th pick and some defense with the second first rounder. Finally i can start moving forward with my mock drafts until i just read B.J. Raji the defensive tackle from BC failed a drug test at the combine. I never saw him making out of the top 5. Now he could slip to the Raiders at pick 7.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Broncos look to trade Cutler
After trying to mend the strained relationship between Quarterback Jay Cutler and the Denver Broncos. It looks like the relationship is broken beyond repair. So where will he land? I think the teams that would be smartest to try to acquire Cutler would be Detroit New York Jets and Tampa Bay. Detroit may sit on Culpepper for a year and use the three picks they have to build the team. They could trade their second pick in the first round for him. Cutler is still young and has been proven in the NFL. I think they are in the best position to acquire Cutler due to having the extra first round pick. That's all it may take. Denver is in a corner because everyone knows Jay Cutler wants out. We all just saw the Patriots get a second round pick for Matt Cassel and Mike Vrabel. So the market seems to be way down. Although I think there are less sceptics on Cutler just because he's been taking snaps longer. So Denver might get a first rounder for him. So what does Denver do from here? They need defense and now a quarterback. Chris Simms is the guy with most experience on the roster now. He has had a little success, clearly not the answer they need. The other QB on the depth chart is Darrell Hackney.... Yup, an undrafted player out of UAB. So will they pick Mark Sanchez or Josh Freeman? I hope they've done their homework on these two players. If not it could be a long journey for Josh Daniels. Maybe they try to trade for Brady Quinn or Derek Anderson? It will be fun to see it play out because the Broncos have always been a tough opponent for New England. Besides the beating hey gave them this past season at Gillette.
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