1. Dennis Pitta - Most will disagree with me here. But I believe when it is all said and done, Pitta will be the best tight end of this years crop. He was super productive at BYU. Pitta is a solid run blocker and has good speed complete with excellent hands. He ran a 4.63 40 and lifted 225lbs 27 times showing his strength. Pitta can line up in the slot as well. He has nice size as well, 6'5'' 248lbs. Dennis Pitta reminds me a lot of Dallas Clark of the Colts and I think he will have a similar career. high to mid second round pick.
2. Jermaine Gresham - Most people have Gresham as their number 1 overall tight end. I do not for a few reasons. He is slower than Pitta and not nearly as strong. Gresham isn't a good run blocker either. The former Oklahoma Sooner has also had two major knee injuries in his playing career. This past season being the most recent. He did not play. Gresham is an excellent weapon in the passing game when healthy. He may go late first round to Arizona. The Cardinals have been searching for a pass catching tight end for years.
3. Ed Dickson - Ed Dickson was a solid play maker for the Oregon Ducks. He had a nice combine running the 40 in 4.66. Dickson is not a great run blocker. Good size at 6'5'' 243lbs. He should go 3rd or 4th round. Will contribute for somebody next year. Not a star but could be a nice piece to a teams puzzle.
4. Dorin Dickerson - Dickerson turned heads at the combine when he ran a 4.40 40 yard dash. He also benched 225lbs 24 times. Very impressive for a guy who is 6'4'' 228lbs. He can play all over the field in the slot, H-back, or tight end. He's like a big wide out.
5. Charles Quarless - Quarless is a talented athlete but has had some character issues in the past at Penn St. He had a solid performance at the East-West shrine game where he caught the game winning touchdown. Charles ran well at the combine which helps his stock. He ran a 4.63 40 and did 23 reps of 225lbs. He should go somewhere in the fourth round. Could be a pleasant surprise down the road if he can leave the off the field issues behind him.
Other notable tight ends include: Rob Gronkowski. This past season was ended early by a back injury. A bit slow but has a big wing span. Anthony McCoy was a solid performer for the USC Trojans. He disappointed with a slow 40 at the combine. An intriguing player is Jimmy Graham from Miami. A basketball player until this past season. He showed soild hands and good speed running a 4.57 40. A guy who could land on the Pats late is former Pittsburgh end Nate Bynam. He is a tremendous run blocker and could be a solid second tight end for someone. Look for Bynam to go 5th or 6th round. Didn't get much of a chance in the passing game because of Dorin Dickerson.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Top offensive tackle draft prospects
1. Russell Okung - Okung is a Very athletic left tackle. He has prototypical size at 6'5'' 300lbs. Ran very well at the combine 5.17 40 yard dash. He also lifted 225lbs an impressive 38 times. Okung will be a top pick. The Lions(2), Chiefs(5) or Seahawks(6) could all be landing spots. An impressive college career will lead to a good pro career.
2. Bryan Bulaga - Bulaga is a young rising player. He is only 20 years old. Brian is a tough left tackle prospect. He is a fluid technical blocker. Turning into a good run blocker, Athletic enough to take on speed rushers. Should land top ten with Chiefs(4) Seahawks(5) Raiders(8) or Buffalo(9). Bulaga will not go before Okung.
3. Trent Williams - Trent Williams solidified himself as a top ten pick at the combine. Williams benched 225lbs only 23 times but ran a very fast 4.82 in the 40. So I see the Raiders taking this guy at (8). He needs to get stronger to be a dominant left tackle. Should play for years on the right side for someone. Solid run and pass blocker.
4. Bruce Campbell - Campbell is a combine freak. At 6'6'' 313lbs he ran an amazing 4.78 40 and lifted 225lbs 34 times. Bruce Campbell is a more impressive athlete than football player. Not a great run blocker. Second round talent will go in the first. Could go as high as 17 to San Fransisco. May fall to to Dallas at 27. He would be a better fit for a pass first offense.
5. Anthony Davis - A very good college tackle. Davis is not strong or athletic enough to be a dominating force in the NFL. Scouts like his tape but I don't see him transitioning to the next level. Could be a major bust. Looked slow and fat running at the combine. Green Bay or Dallas could be landing spots in the first round.
Other notable offensive tackles are Vladimir Ducasse from UMASS. Didn't do a ton to show he can play at a higher level in the senior bowl. Good athlete that doesn't want to play guard. Late second, early third rounder. Sam Young is a right tackle prospect out of Notre Dame. Bigger player at 6'8'' 330lbs. He ran and lifted well at the combine. 5.19 40 and benched 225lbs 29 times. Late second to mid third round pick. John Jerry from Mississippi will be a nice surprise for someone. He played as big as 360lbs in his college career. Jerry showed up at the combine weighing 328. He ran 5.19 40. He played guard in his Early in his Ole Miss days so he has versatility. Mike Iupati is being considered for a move to left tackle. The Idaho stand out is best fit at guard. He is a superior run blocker. Gets to the second level very well. Iupati makes long touchdown runs happen.
2. Bryan Bulaga - Bulaga is a young rising player. He is only 20 years old. Brian is a tough left tackle prospect. He is a fluid technical blocker. Turning into a good run blocker, Athletic enough to take on speed rushers. Should land top ten with Chiefs(4) Seahawks(5) Raiders(8) or Buffalo(9). Bulaga will not go before Okung.
3. Trent Williams - Trent Williams solidified himself as a top ten pick at the combine. Williams benched 225lbs only 23 times but ran a very fast 4.82 in the 40. So I see the Raiders taking this guy at (8). He needs to get stronger to be a dominant left tackle. Should play for years on the right side for someone. Solid run and pass blocker.
4. Bruce Campbell - Campbell is a combine freak. At 6'6'' 313lbs he ran an amazing 4.78 40 and lifted 225lbs 34 times. Bruce Campbell is a more impressive athlete than football player. Not a great run blocker. Second round talent will go in the first. Could go as high as 17 to San Fransisco. May fall to to Dallas at 27. He would be a better fit for a pass first offense.
5. Anthony Davis - A very good college tackle. Davis is not strong or athletic enough to be a dominating force in the NFL. Scouts like his tape but I don't see him transitioning to the next level. Could be a major bust. Looked slow and fat running at the combine. Green Bay or Dallas could be landing spots in the first round.
Other notable offensive tackles are Vladimir Ducasse from UMASS. Didn't do a ton to show he can play at a higher level in the senior bowl. Good athlete that doesn't want to play guard. Late second, early third rounder. Sam Young is a right tackle prospect out of Notre Dame. Bigger player at 6'8'' 330lbs. He ran and lifted well at the combine. 5.19 40 and benched 225lbs 29 times. Late second to mid third round pick. John Jerry from Mississippi will be a nice surprise for someone. He played as big as 360lbs in his college career. Jerry showed up at the combine weighing 328. He ran 5.19 40. He played guard in his Early in his Ole Miss days so he has versatility. Mike Iupati is being considered for a move to left tackle. The Idaho stand out is best fit at guard. He is a superior run blocker. Gets to the second level very well. Iupati makes long touchdown runs happen.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
To trade or not to trade
Trade rumors are flying in Boston involving Tim Thomas. A year after winning the Vezna trophy and being awarded a new contract, Thomas is on the trading block. Tim Thomas had an excellent season a year ago. This year has not been a similar season. Thomas was also awarded a contract that was way too long. If the Bruins can get a veteran goalie and a goal scorer or defenseman in return, they have to make this deal. They will be ridding themselves of a bad contract. Adding another player they need in the line up. Rask can handle the duties between the pipes as he has all season. I don't care who they trade him to. Just dump this terrible contract. Make a playoff run and hopefully next season will be more like last year. What are your thoughts on the potential Thomas trade?
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
98 5 the Sports Hub
Look out for my blogs on 98 5 the sports hub. So far it's just the mock draft i have posted on here. more to come in the future. It's a new station in town so give us a look if you already haven't.
Mock draft 1
1. Ndamukong Suh - DT - St. Louis
The Rams need a lot, Suh is a great start. He is one of the best D Lineman I have seen in a long time.
2. Russell Okung - OT - Detroit
The Lions made Matthew Stafford the number 1 overall pick a year ago. Okung will be a good investment to protect Stafford.
3. Eric Berry - S - Tampa Bay
Berry is a game changer on defense. He is tough against the run and against the pass.
4. Sam Bradford - QB - Washington
It’s time to move on from Jason Campbell. Bradford has a big arm. But questions about his durability will linger until he proves otherwise.
5. Terrence Cody - DT - Kansas City
The Chiefs have built the defensive line for a few years. A nose tackle is hard to find. The massive Cody (6′5” 365lbs) will be a two gap run stuffer in the 3-4. I think KC would love if Berry could fall to them. Georgia Tech’s Derrick Morgan is also an option.
6. Trent Williams - OT - Seattle
Jimmy Clausen could be looked at here. But in the end Williams is too good to pass.
7. Derrick Morgan - DE/OLB - Cleveland
Morgan will most likely play outside linebacker for the Browns. He can rush the passer and fall back into coverage.
8. Gerald McCoy - DT - Oakland
This is a major upgrade for the raiders at Defensive tackle.
9. Jimmy Clausen - QB - Buffalo
Buffalo has been in need of a quarterback since Jim Kelly retired. Offensive line could be addressed here also.
10. Jason Pierre-Paul - DE/OLB - Jacksonville
Adding Pierre-Paul will give the Jags pass rush a much-needed boost.
11. Rolando McClain - ILB - Denver
McClain is a great athlete. He is a steal here at number 11.
12. Dez Bryant - WR - Miami
Bryant didn’t play much in 09′ due to a suspension. The Dolphins could use a deep threat. C.J. Spiller is an option with Ronnie Brown a free agent and injured again this season.
13. Joe Haden - CB - San Fransisco
The defensive backfield could use an upgrade. Haden is the cover corner they need.
14. C.J. Spiller - RB - Seattle
Spiller can make plays running, catching and returning. The Seahawks need some one to make plays all over the field. Spiller is the guy.
15. Brian Price - DT - New York Giants
The Giants need a big disruptive player like Price in the middle of their defense.
16. Carlos Dunlap - DE - Tennessee
Kyle Vanden Bosch is getting older and his production has dropped the last two seasons. Dunlap is a good choice here.
17. Brian Bulaga – OT – San Francisco
The 49ers need to strengthen the offensive line. Bulaga or Idaho’s Mike Iupati are good choices here. Bulaga has played left tackle and Iupati would transition from guard.
18. Dan Williams – DT - Pittsburgh
Williams is a dominating force. Casey Hampton is getting old and is a free agent. Williams is a perfect 3-4 nose.
19. Earl Thomas - S - Atlanta
Atlanta’s pass defense was terrible this season. Thomas is an upgrade.
20. Arrelious Benn - WR - Houston
Another big target for Matt Schaub. Benn is 6′2” 218 lbs and an excellent athlete. Played his college days with a bad quarterback (Juice Williams)
21. Navarro Bowman - OLB - Cincinnati
Bowman would step right in on the weak side for the Bengals.
22. Brandon Graham - DE/OLB - New England
Graham was a constant threat to the south quarterback in the senior bowl. Think Julius Peppers/ Dwight Freeney.
23. Anthony Davis - OT - Green Bay
Aaron Rodgers was on his back far too much this season. Green Bay’s pass blocking was better toward the end of the season. They still need to add a talented player like Davis.
24. Taylor Mays - S - Philadelphia
Losing Brian Dawkins stung the Eagles D harder than they anticipated. They need to pick up a safety
25. Golden Tate - WR - Baltimore
The Ravens wide receivers are terrible outside of Derrick Mason. But he could retire for real this time. Tate is an electric play maker with very good hands.
26. Brando Spikes - ILB - Arizona
Spikes could be a good fit for Arizona playing next to Karlos Dansby. Spikes may be best suited as a 4-3 linebacker.
27. Bruce Campbell - OT - Dallas
Dallas needs to find a replacement for tackle spot. Mike Iapati could get a look here if they think he can transition
28. Sergio Kindle – DE/OLB – San Diego
The Chargers could lose Shaun Merriman. Kindle could play down or at outside linebacker. It all depends on future plans with Larry English. Kindle could go much earlier depending on his combine.
29. Mardy Gilyard – WR – New York Jets
Gilyard was a stand out for Cincinnati and in the senior bowl. The jets need another weapon at wide receiver.
30. Patrick Robinson - CB - Minnesota
Cedric Griffin is out for a lot of next season. The Vikes need to add depth at corner.
31. Sean Weatherspoon - OLB - New Orléans *
Weatherspoon has the talent to be a play maker. Something the Saints need at outside linebacker. He is a vocal leader with fire and passion. He helped himself at the senior bowl
32. Jared Odrick - DT - Indianapolis *
Odrick will help against the run. The Colts were terrible against the run this season.
The Rams need a lot, Suh is a great start. He is one of the best D Lineman I have seen in a long time.
2. Russell Okung - OT - Detroit
The Lions made Matthew Stafford the number 1 overall pick a year ago. Okung will be a good investment to protect Stafford.
3. Eric Berry - S - Tampa Bay
Berry is a game changer on defense. He is tough against the run and against the pass.
4. Sam Bradford - QB - Washington
It’s time to move on from Jason Campbell. Bradford has a big arm. But questions about his durability will linger until he proves otherwise.
5. Terrence Cody - DT - Kansas City
The Chiefs have built the defensive line for a few years. A nose tackle is hard to find. The massive Cody (6′5” 365lbs) will be a two gap run stuffer in the 3-4. I think KC would love if Berry could fall to them. Georgia Tech’s Derrick Morgan is also an option.
6. Trent Williams - OT - Seattle
Jimmy Clausen could be looked at here. But in the end Williams is too good to pass.
7. Derrick Morgan - DE/OLB - Cleveland
Morgan will most likely play outside linebacker for the Browns. He can rush the passer and fall back into coverage.
8. Gerald McCoy - DT - Oakland
This is a major upgrade for the raiders at Defensive tackle.
9. Jimmy Clausen - QB - Buffalo
Buffalo has been in need of a quarterback since Jim Kelly retired. Offensive line could be addressed here also.
10. Jason Pierre-Paul - DE/OLB - Jacksonville
Adding Pierre-Paul will give the Jags pass rush a much-needed boost.
11. Rolando McClain - ILB - Denver
McClain is a great athlete. He is a steal here at number 11.
12. Dez Bryant - WR - Miami
Bryant didn’t play much in 09′ due to a suspension. The Dolphins could use a deep threat. C.J. Spiller is an option with Ronnie Brown a free agent and injured again this season.
13. Joe Haden - CB - San Fransisco
The defensive backfield could use an upgrade. Haden is the cover corner they need.
14. C.J. Spiller - RB - Seattle
Spiller can make plays running, catching and returning. The Seahawks need some one to make plays all over the field. Spiller is the guy.
15. Brian Price - DT - New York Giants
The Giants need a big disruptive player like Price in the middle of their defense.
16. Carlos Dunlap - DE - Tennessee
Kyle Vanden Bosch is getting older and his production has dropped the last two seasons. Dunlap is a good choice here.
17. Brian Bulaga – OT – San Francisco
The 49ers need to strengthen the offensive line. Bulaga or Idaho’s Mike Iupati are good choices here. Bulaga has played left tackle and Iupati would transition from guard.
18. Dan Williams – DT - Pittsburgh
Williams is a dominating force. Casey Hampton is getting old and is a free agent. Williams is a perfect 3-4 nose.
19. Earl Thomas - S - Atlanta
Atlanta’s pass defense was terrible this season. Thomas is an upgrade.
20. Arrelious Benn - WR - Houston
Another big target for Matt Schaub. Benn is 6′2” 218 lbs and an excellent athlete. Played his college days with a bad quarterback (Juice Williams)
21. Navarro Bowman - OLB - Cincinnati
Bowman would step right in on the weak side for the Bengals.
22. Brandon Graham - DE/OLB - New England
Graham was a constant threat to the south quarterback in the senior bowl. Think Julius Peppers/ Dwight Freeney.
23. Anthony Davis - OT - Green Bay
Aaron Rodgers was on his back far too much this season. Green Bay’s pass blocking was better toward the end of the season. They still need to add a talented player like Davis.
24. Taylor Mays - S - Philadelphia
Losing Brian Dawkins stung the Eagles D harder than they anticipated. They need to pick up a safety
25. Golden Tate - WR - Baltimore
The Ravens wide receivers are terrible outside of Derrick Mason. But he could retire for real this time. Tate is an electric play maker with very good hands.
26. Brando Spikes - ILB - Arizona
Spikes could be a good fit for Arizona playing next to Karlos Dansby. Spikes may be best suited as a 4-3 linebacker.
27. Bruce Campbell - OT - Dallas
Dallas needs to find a replacement for tackle spot. Mike Iapati could get a look here if they think he can transition
28. Sergio Kindle – DE/OLB – San Diego
The Chargers could lose Shaun Merriman. Kindle could play down or at outside linebacker. It all depends on future plans with Larry English. Kindle could go much earlier depending on his combine.
29. Mardy Gilyard – WR – New York Jets
Gilyard was a stand out for Cincinnati and in the senior bowl. The jets need another weapon at wide receiver.
30. Patrick Robinson - CB - Minnesota
Cedric Griffin is out for a lot of next season. The Vikes need to add depth at corner.
31. Sean Weatherspoon - OLB - New Orléans *
Weatherspoon has the talent to be a play maker. Something the Saints need at outside linebacker. He is a vocal leader with fire and passion. He helped himself at the senior bowl
32. Jared Odrick - DT - Indianapolis *
Odrick will help against the run. The Colts were terrible against the run this season.
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