Official Draft Thread

With the 120th pick of the draft, the Packers are awarded Safety, Kam Chancellor, from Virginia Tech.

 

With the 121st pick in the draft, the Baltimore Ravens select...

Mardy Gilyard, WR from Cincinnati.

 

With the 122nd pick in the draft he Jacksonville Jaguars select:



Marshall Newhouse OL, TCU

 

With pick 123 in the 2010 GM League draft the Indianapolis Colts select: Dezmon Briscoe WR Kansas

03/13/2010 - PRO DAY RESULTS: Talent evaluators from 12 teams lined the indoor AstroTurf field to watch nine NFL hopefuls. Wide receiver Dezmon Briscoe (6-2, 208) ran 4.53 and 4.51 in the 40, had a 34-inch vertical leap, 10-0 broad jump, 4.10 short shuttle, 7.20 three-cone drill and 11 bench press reps. Briscoe had a solid workout, he looked good in his position drills. - Gil Brandt, NFL.com

Briscoe is a big, physical receiver whose 31 touchdown receptions in 37 games with the Jayhawks proved his ability to find the end zone. Perhaps one of the most unrecognized deep threats in college football, he has produced 219 receptions during his career (second in school history), with 49 of those catches resulting in gains of 20 yards or longer.

Briscoe and Kerry Meier became one of the most productive receiving tandems in the NCAA since stepping into the lineup in 2007. Despite the team's 5-7 record in 2009, the duo averaged 193.50 yards receiving per game in 2009, which ranked second in the nation to Missouri's tandem of Danario Alexander and Jared Perry (200.27 yards per game).

Their combined average of 15.5 receptions per game also ranked second nationally, surpassed by only Bowling Green's pair of receivers, Freddie Barnes and Chris Wright (15.46 receptions per game). Briscoe (seven) and Meier (five) combined for twelve 100-yard receiving performances in 2009. Seven times during that season, the duo produced 10-reception contests (Briscoe-two; Meier-five).

The school's record-holder for touchdown receptions, 100-yard receiving performances and receiving yardage, Briscoe finished his career fourth in Big Twelve Conference history with his 31 scoring grabs and 3,240 aerial yards. His 269 yards receiving vs. Oklahoma in 2008 set the school game-record and rank third on the league record chart. He also boasts the second-best receiving game by a Jayhawk with his 242-yard effort vs. Missouri in 2009, which rank fourth in Big Twelve annals.

At Cedar Hill High School, Briscoe earned All-District first-team honors following his senior season in 2006. That year, he produced 37 catches for 708 yards and 11 touchdowns, as he scored at least once in 9-of-12 games. His best performance came vs. Bowie High, when he collected six catches for 139 yards and a pair of touchdowns. He helped Cedar Hill to a record of 23-4 his last two seasons and a state championship in 2006, earning two varsity letters in football.

Briscoe enrolled at Kansas in 2007, but even before his career began, it almost ended. In June of that year, he was arrested in Lawrence for shoplifting and was charged with theft by deception, less than $1,000. According to court filings, Briscoe tried to steal merchandise from Wal-Mart. He was charged as a juvenile because the theft occurred before he turned 18.

Briscoe earned Freshman All-American honorable mention in 2007. He started the team's final 11 games at flanker, finishing fourth on the team with 43 receptions for 496 yards (11.53 yards per catch), as he also registered seven touchdown grabs.

The Insight Bowl Most Valuable Player added All-Big Twelve Conference second-team and All-American honorable mention in 2008. He ranked tied for 15th in the nation and placed second on the team with a career-high 92 receptions. He paced the Jayhawks with a school season-record 1,407 yards receiving (15.29 ypc), finishing fourth nationally with an average of 108.23 yards per game receiving.

His 1,644 all-purpose yards rank fourth on the Kansas season-record chart and his average of 162.55 all-purpose yards ranked second in the conference and 13th nationally. He scored 90 points, recorded two solo tackles and averaged 27.38 yards after taking over kickoff return duties. His fifteen touchdown receptions set the school annual record.

During March 2009 preseason drills, Briscoe was suspended from practices by head coach Mark Mangino for an undisclosed violation of team rules. He was re-instated to team activities a month later, but as part of his suspension, he was not allowed to play in the season opener vs. Northern Colorado.

Briscoe would go on to start 10-of-11 games as a junior, earning All-Big Twelve Conference first-team accolades. He ranked ninth in the nation with an average of 7.64 receptions per game and fifth with 121.55 yards receiving. He pulled in 84 passes for 1,337 yards (15.92 yards per catch) with nine touchdowns (third-best in school history). He averaged 22.74 yards on 19 kickoff returns that included a score and his 1,788 all-purpose yards rank as the second-best season total by a Jayhawk.

Prior to the season finale, Briscoe decided that he would not return to the university for the 2010 season and declared that he would enter the 2010 NFL Draft.

The last two Kansas players who left early for the NFL were cornerback Aqib Talib and offensive tackle Anthony Collins, who declared for the draft after the 2007 season. Talib was the 20th overall pick by Tampa Bay, while Collins was a fourth-round selection (112th overall) of the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2008 draft. Four Jayhawks were drafted in 2008 as tight end Derek Fine was a fourth-round pick (132nd overall) by Buffalo and wide receiver Marcus Henry was taken in the sixth round by the New York Jets. No KU players were selected in the 2009 draft.
Analysis

Release: Lacks elite quickness out of his stance but could handle most college corners at the line with a quick shake and/or a strong punch. Long strides allow him to pass corners when they play off. Lacks a second gear to blow by safeties who have the angle.

Hands: Very good concentration in traffic and on loose balls, making very difficult catches look easy. Tracks the ball well over both shoulders. His height and adequate vertical make him a good red-zone target. Lapses of concentration occur on easier catches, sometimes multiple times in a game. Traps the ball against his body when untrusting of his hands.

Route running: Used as expected down the sideline and on jump balls, but is also willing to go over the middle and run jerk routes inside with surprising foot quickness. Separates from defenders using his body and hands downfield.

After the catch: Takes time to get to speed and is not as agile as many top receivers, though he flashes solid balance and some elusiveness with the ball in his hands. Uses a stiff arm or swim move and keeps his leg moving after the catch, making him difficult for smaller corners and safeties in the open field. Good awareness of the sideline, feet are nimble enough to stay in-bounds.

Blocking: Has the strength, size and willingness to be an effective blocker, but that wasn't a main focus in the Jayhawks' offense. Effort to get to his man could be more consistent, and he'll need to move his feet to sustain on the edge.

Intangibles: Physical, competitive receiver who plays with swagger but doesn't talk much, he works hard before and after the catch to make a big play.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1272449

 

with the 124th pick the Jets select
Torrell Troup DT UCF

Strengths:
Terrific size with long arms --- Excellent strength --- Powerful --- Stout at the point of attack --- Can take on and occupy multiple blockers --- A great tackler --- Violent hand use --- Outleverages opponents --- Excels versus the run --- Fantastic bull rusher --- Tough --- Durable --- Leader.

Weaknesses:
Limited athletically --- Not very explosive --- Won't offer much as a pass rusher --- Doesn't get a lot of penetration --- Struggles to get off of blocks --- Doesn't have a lot of range --- Conditioning / Stamina Issues.

Notes:
Was a four-year starter for the Golden Knights --- Played under the name "Torrell Johnson" until 2008 --- Named 2nd Team C-USA in 2008 and 2009 --- Served as a team captain --- Missed some time with a left knee injury in 2006 --- Impressed at the East / West Shrine Game and really improved his draft stock --- Profiles as a quintessential nose tackle at the next level --- A one-dimension run-stuffer but excels in that capacity --- Will be highly coveted by teams that run a 3-4 scheme.


Jets are extremely happy to get a guy perfectly fit to groom under Kris Jenkins

 

With the 125th pick the Jets select:

SS Kurt Coleman OSU

Overview
The clear leader of the Buckeyes' defense, Coleman was named the Most Valuable Player at Ohio State in 2009. He has raised his game over the past three seasons, all as a starter at strong safety, to become of the top back half defenders in this year's class.

The in-state product saw the field increasing throughout his true freshman season, making nine tackles, before stepping into a starting role in 2007. He earned honorable mention All-Big 10 honors that year with 64 tackles, 3.5 for loss, and four pass breakups.

In 2008, the second-team all-conference pick had four interceptions in addition to his 78 tackles, four for loss despite missing the first two games with an ankle injury. Coleman completed his ascension this fall, earning top honors from the league's coaches after picking off five passes and forcing three fumbles.

Most teams insist safeties have great size. Coleman isn't big, but he has everything else necessary to succeed at the next level, including toughness, athleticism, intelligence, ball skills and character which means he could be a top 125 pick in April.

Analysis
Read & React: Excellent instincts and football knowledge. Sniffs out screens, bootlegs and misdirection plays. Chases runs away from him and takes the angle to prevent long touchdowns. Nice range to get to the sideline when playing the deep half.

Man Coverage: Low center of gravity and fair transition fluidity make him a nickel back candidate, but lacks great speed to stay with receivers down the sideline and trail downfield. Gives up several inches of height to tight ends in some cases, though they have a hard time shaking him at the second or third levels because he knows their routes and keeps them in his sight.

Zone Coverage: Excellent hands for the interception, solid as a centerfielder, especially on the sideline where his vertical and ability to high-point the ball despite his short stature will be coveted. Will rip the ball out of a receiver's hands after the catch. Watches for deep end zone routes and will bait the quarterback to try and get a pick.

Closing/Recovery: Drives to the ball on the sideline. Good speed to corral ballcarrier, even if taking the wrong angle initially. Struggles to catch up to receivers downfield if beaten on initial move because of his lack of top-end speed.

Run Support: Has the size of a cornerback but looks like a strong safety against the run willing to make the big hit to put doubt into his opponent and pump up his team. Solid last line of defense, breaks down and holds on for dear life to bring down the back or wait for teammates to arrive. Good upper body strength and adequate length to wrap up. Attacks the line with abandon when able to play run or when quarterbacks try to scramble.

Tackling: Aggressive tackler who brings his hips to form tackle smaller ballcarriers or explode into backs if allowed to play near the line. Can be run over by larger players, though or jumping on their back to bring them down. Comes hard on delayed blitzes, solid tackler in the backfield who comes with bad intentions. Sheds receiver blocks but lacks the size to get off those from lineman; can avoid them, though, or even bounces off to make plays after the ball is past him. Expected to be a special team ace due to his pop as a tackler and pure want-to.

Intangibles: High-character, mature team leader who gives full effort on every play. Nearly quit football after paralyzing teammate Tyler Gentry on a routine tackle during spring 2006 practice. Father was diagnosed with breast cancer, but now in remission. Served one game suspension for a late hit on Illinois QB Eddie McGee.

Once again a player that Sexy Lexy Rexy likes, makes plays and will hit you

 

With the 126th pick of the 2010 NFL draft the Minnesota Vikings select........Myron Rolle, SS, Florida St.

 

With the 127th pick in the 2010 GM League NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys, America's Team, selects QB Dan Lefevour, from the University of Central Michigan...



surprisingly the 6th qb taken, at the very end of the 4th round, lefevour is somebody i was wantin to take in the top of the 3rd...but cb was a much bigger need. even though romo and newly acquired kyle orton are the top 2 qb's on the depth chart, lefevour steps into a favorable situation. had i known id be gettin him, i wouldnt have signed orton. but you cant go wrong with him anyways at $1.4mil (orton that is). lefevour can step back, learn from romo and battle it out with last years mid round selection, stephen mcgee. just a really good value pick imo. qb obviously wasnt a need, but with him still on board, imo hard to pass up. and if charlie whitehurst can net an early pick in the "real" league without throwing a pass, im sure mcgee/lefevour can net something similiar in the future.

when reached for a response, gm thats what she said was quoted as saying "lefevour? hell of a quarterback. he was on espn's sportsnation, and rumor has it that he banged michelle beadle. thats a lucky sumbitch, i tell you what. but hey, uhh...youre killing my buzz: duke won MOFO!!!! oh yeah, about minnesota? yeah theyre screwed. mark my words, sucka foo"

 

At 128 the champs pick Jason Fox, OT, U

 

With the 129th pick in the 2010 GM League Draft, the Indianapolis Colts select: Kyle Calloway OT Iowa

The Iowa City-to-NFL offensive line early round talent pipeline continues in 2009 with Calloway and junior left tackle Bryan Bulaga. Expect them to join Robert Gallery, Mike Goff, Bruce Nelson, Eric Steinbach, Ross Verba and Marshall Yanda as recent top 100 picks coming from Hawkeye Nation.

Calloway's height and athleticism on the edge is what draws scouts to the film room. The three-year starter earned All-Big Ten honorable mention at right tackle the past two seasons, but has been versatile enough to line up at left tackle in several games in 2007 and play right guard in their January Orange Bowl victory over Georgia Tech.

Although he's not the elite prospect that Gallery, Steinbach or Verba were, Calloway's length, strength, footwork and technique give him a chance for a long pro career -- no matter where he's placed on the line.
Analysis

Pass blocking: Mirrors and stays low against power defensive ends from his right tackle spot. Sets up quickly in pass protection and uses a good angle on his kick slide, rarely giving up the edge. Absorbs big punches and regularly anchors. Extends his arms to keep rushers at bay but could have a stronger punch to knock them off balance. Works to stay with his man on secondary rushes but will reach more than move his feet. Adjusts to twists but doesn't always recognize or get a hand on inside blitzers. Will get tall and choppy in his footwork against quicker ends.

Run blocking: Attacks edge rushers on run plays, firing his hands into their jersey. Able to move in any direction. Solid combo blocker negates MIKE linebacker or other defenders coming inside-out. Latches onto the numbers and doesn't let go. Keeps a wide base on the edge and keep his hands and feet active to sustain. Likes to keep his man on the ground through the whistle.

Pulling/trapping: Does not pull or trap much in Iowa's zone blocking scheme but has good footwork for his size. Usually under control when on the move. Could trap if moved into the strong-side guard spot but should stay between the tackles.

Initial Quickness: Fires off the ball to run block, often locking down the defensive end on his side. Strong at punching the defensive tackle and quickly getting to linebacker in combo blocks. Quick off the snap into his kick slide for his size.

Downfield: Easily gets to linebackers, finding their numbers with his hands and keeping his feet moving to take them out of the play. Shows good flexibility to adjust in space. Uses angles to keep defenders from running around him to the ball. Typically stays on one block downfield but is agile enough to reach others in his area.

Intangibles: Durable, versatile, tough, and disciplined player with loads of potential. No major character concerns, but was arrested and suspended for a game for operating a moped while intoxicated in June 2009. Took responsibility for his actions.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/563056

 

With the 130 th Pick in the GML Draft, the Detroit Lions select ...

JD Walton

The lions are pretty excited to pick up a player that we thought would of been long gone in early round 4

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[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwGi0xSsPFE"]Baylor JD walton meets fans[/ame]

 

According to their bulletin, the Texans select Geno Atkins, DT, Georgia

 

with the 133rd selection in the 2010 NFL draft the Minnesota Vikings select..... Brandon Lang, DE, Troy.

 

With the 134th pick in the 2010 GM League Draft, The Kansas City Chiefs would love to welcome,

Tony Pike, QB, Cincinnati! A.k.a. Phillip Rivers 2.0

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sv7qqIFAh5Y"]YouTube- QB Tony Pike Highlights/Lowlights 2009 Cincinnati[/ame]

 

With the 135th Pick (via bulletin), the Jacksonville Jaguars select ...

John Skelton
QB, Fordham, 6'6, 243 lbs

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The Jaguars grabs a guy that they believe will develop into their QB of the future. Skelton is a massive QB in the Ben Roethlisberger/Joe Flacco mold, though he's more mobile than those two players.

Skelton is stepping into a favorable situation in Jacksonville, with Matt Leinart, Derek Anderson, and Jake Delhomme currently on the roster. It's a smart move by the Jags GM to snag a guy who can develop while the 3 QBs currently on the roster fight it out for the starting position next year.

Interestingly enough Skelton satisfies 3 of Bill Parcells' rules for drafting QBs. He's a 3 year graduating starter, a senior that has demonstrated leadership on and off the field. The only rule he doesn't meet is the 23 win game plateau - in Skelton's 4 year career Fordham won 22 games. Close enough for me.

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMMDDz5WvKQ"]YouTube- John Skelton Highlights - Fordham University Quarterback[/ame]

Player Analysis​

 

With the 136th pick in the NFL draft.....the Carolina Panthers select......

JARRETT BROWN, QB WEST VIRGINIA

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• height: 6'4
• weight: 221
• hometown: west palm beach, florida
• 40 time: 4.6

 

With the 137th pick the Buffalo Bills select:
Garrett Graham/TE/Wisconsin

Graham is a good route runner and is excellent at reading coverages and finding the soft spots in zone defenses. He is a natural receiver that can reach out and pluck the ball and has a wide receiving radius. He is a very good positional blocker whether lined up in H-back position, motion or three-point stance. Gives very good effort and almost always gets his target on run plays. He works hard blocking down field for backs and receivers.
Intangibles: Team captain and co-MVP in 2009 with strong work ethic on the practice field and in the weight room. Plays hard on every down, and is willing to play hurt and do the dirty work. No character concerns.

Good character, leadership and another offensive weapon.

 

With the 138th pick in the Draft The Rams Select OLB Rennie Curran from UGA. More to come later.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-combine/09000d5d816e3e86

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3BpLjNSOSw"]YouTube- Scouting Rennie Curran by DawgPost.com[/ame]

 

With the 139th selection in the NFL draft the Minnesota Vikings select........ Roddrick Muckelroy, OLB, Texas

 

After MUCH dileberation between the voices in my head, with the 140, the Cards pick:
Robert Johnson. FS Utah Utes.
Whoever says size doesn't matter is wrong. It was indeed his size that won out over another very likely candidate.
Write-up to follow.

 

With the 141st pick in the 2010 NFL GM League Draft, the Dallas Cowboys, America's Team, selects CB Myron Lewis, from the University of Vanderbilt...

 

With the 142nd Pick, The Chicago Bears Select:





D'Anthony Smith -NT
Lousiana Tech
Ht: 6'-2" WT: 314

 

With the 143rd pick in the never-ending 2010 GML Draft, the Detroit Lions are awarded ...

Darrell Stuckey
SS, Kansas, 6'0, 205 lbs

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That's right. With the Lions GM Duss suddenly missing in action, Draft Committee member Vengeful Odin decided to go close to home and award Detroit the #3 SS overall, according to NFLDS.

Stuckey is a classic in-the-box SS who should bring hard hitting to the Detroit secondary. He's a class act and a high character guy. I would not be surprised to see Stuckey press the newly acquired Piscatelli for a starting role down the line. Had a down year in 2009, but that was due to a dislocated elbow he suffered in the first game of the season. Rather than pack it in, instead he played through the pain to contribute to the team.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/567087

Warning ... don't make me pick any more Jayhawks or Wildcats ... after Briscoe and Stuckey they aren't that great. Trust me.

 

Giants take with the 144th pick DT Jeff Owens Georgia. He will allow us to employ the 3-4alignment at times as the Giants switch to the hybrid 4-3/3-4 system in 2010. A young Jammal Williams

 

James Starks RB Buffalo

 

The Atlanta Falcons are proud to make history with the 146th selection, as we select...





Ed Wang, OT, Virginia Tech!!


We had Wang rated quite highly on our board, but we had to pass in previous rounds due to needs or higher player ratings, but regardless we had Ed ranked at least a whole round ahead of where he is being picked.

It's expected that Ed will come in right away and challenge for the RT spot.

We have extremely high hopes for Ed from not only a on the field prospect, but marketing as well.

 

With the 147th pick the jets select:

Levi Brown, QB Troy

Overview
In just over two years' time, Brown went from being a backup at Richmond to transferring and being the backup at Troy to enjoying the greatest single season by a quarterback in Sun Belt Conference history.

Though he lost his final game, his duel with Central Michigan's Dan LeFevour may have been the turning point in his professional career, as he was not among the quarterbacks initially invited to the Combine but was added following his 31 of 56 (for 386 yards and a touchdown) performance in the 44-41 overtime thriller.

Brown started three games over two seasons at Richmond, but with the team committing to Eric Ward (who led the Spiders to a national championship in 2008) he elected to transfer to Troy.

After sitting out the 2007 season, Brown was third on the 2008 depth chart and didn't see action until the sixth game of the season. Once on the field, Brown exploded, throwing for 2,030 yards and a 15-3 touchdown-to-interception ratio over the final eight games. His breakout performance earned him Sun Belt Newcomer of the Year honors, foreshadowing his even more impressive success in 2009. Starting every game, Brown completed 63.7 percent of his passes for 4,254 yards and a TD-to-INT ratio of 23-9.

Brown's size and production is certainly enough to intrigue teams in the later rounds, especially considering the relative weakness of the 2010 quarterback crop. He'll need time to develop, as much of his production at Troy was influenced by the spread offense and the number of passes Brown attempted. Only three quarterbacks attempted more passes than the 504 Brown threw in 2009.

Analysis
Accuracy: Flashes good accuracy down the middle on drag and post routes. Hits the receiver in stride and allows him to generate yards after the catch on these routes, but is inconsistent to do so on shorter and longer routes. Too often forces the receiver to adjust his route on short passes due to improper footwork, especially on wide receiver screens. Better zipping passes than throwing with touch. Rarely asked to throw traditional long passes in this scheme.

Arm Strength: Plenty of arm strength to make every NFL throw. Ball comes out of his hand with good zip on the intermediate and deep crossing and out routes so critical to success in the pro game. If Brown struggles to acclimate to the NFL, it won't be due to a lack of arm strength.

Setup/Release: Has a quick over-the-top throwing motion. Doesn't bring the ball all the way back, which shortens his motion and gives him a quick release, but impacts his accuracy. Will need time to develop his footwork. Doesn't consistently set his feet, especially on underneath routes. Worked out of a shotgun attack at Troy and could have a tougher time acclimating to taking the ball from center than most spread passers. While athletic enough to handle this conversion, he struggles to relocate his target when he drops his eyes to look at the pass rush. Until he's comfortable dropping back, his overall setup will be flawed.

Reading Defenses: Not asked to make many reads post-snap in this offense. Stares down his primary option, though to his credit he won't force the ball into coverage. Pats the ball when he's checking down and has a tendency to double-clutch.

On the Move: Good mobility to escape pressure and buy more time. Willing to step up into the pocket and take the hit to complete the pass. Has a tendency to get happy feet and struggles relocating his targets once he's dropped his eyes to look at the pass-rush. Struggles with accuracy when throwing on the move. Sprays the ball, typically putting it at the feet of his receiver. Lacks the wiggle and straight-line speed to be a true scrambling threat, but will take what the defense gives him.

Intangibles: Well-liked by fans, teammates and coaches. Voted a 2009 team captain. Wanted to transfer from Richmond due to their focus on the running game. Originally attempted to transfer to Middle Tennessee State due to the proximity to his hometown, but they weren't interested. Originally sent his film to Troy in an effort to make MTSU jealous.



We feel that this is a kid that has all the tools to be a successful qb, and can develop behind Big Ben. So that in a couple years when Big Ben self destructs, he will be ready.

 

With the 148th selection in the 2010 NFL draft the Minnesota Vikings select Pat Angerer, MLB, Iowa

 

With the 149th pick, the Pittsburgh Steelers select, Donovan Warren, CB, Michigan

Warren was the top guy on our board and also will battle for the nickle cornerback role. He has the size and physicallity we like in our corners and could also play safety in a pinch.

 

With 150th pick in the draft the Green Bay Packers select Micah Johnson, Inside linebacker from Kentucky.





Scouting Report:

 

with the 151st pick, the Jets select:

Arthur Moats OLB James Madison


Overview
The 2009 Buck Buchanan Award winner (best defender in the FCS) and Colonial Athletic Association Defensive Player of the Year is another undersized defensive end looking to transition to linebacker at the next level. His athleticism and quickness during the Texas vs. the Nation All-Star Challenge and good marks in agility testing at the Scouting Combine showed scouts he could hold his own against prospects from larger schools.
Moats' production improved in each of his four years at JMU. He made 18 stops (two for loss) in playing every game as a true freshman. In 2007, he earned five starts as part of a rotation, recording 6.5 sacks. He earned third-team All-CAA honors as a junior, starting every game and making 15.5 tackles for loss including 11.5 sacks. Last fall, he made 90 tackles, led the FCS with 23.5 tackles for loss and corralled quarterbacks 11 times to win the Buchanan Award by the biggest margin in the event's 15 years.
Moats looked comfortable at linebacker in El Paso for the all-star game, and lined up there on occasion while playing for the Dukes. NFL teams feel he can continue to improve at the second level, becoming a similar player to Colts starting outside linebacker and former fourth-round pick Clint Session.
Analysis
Read & React: Smart, instinctual player, but is still learning the linebacker position. Does not bite hard on play-action or misdirection, but takes a second too long to read run so linemen can reach him. Accelerates to the ball quickly once he recognizes the play.
Run defense: Inexperienced playing the run from the stack, but flows through trash fairly well to attack the ball. Will overrun the play when scraping and take aggressive angles. Lacks size and length to get off pro linemen blocks when reached at the second level. Can avoid those blocks with violent hands, however, and can shed tight end blocks on the edge to stop the run. Plays low, using his low center of gravity to maintain leverage. Good effort to makes plays to the sideline and downfield.
Pass defense: Flips open his hips fluidly when dropping into a zone, able to get good depth. Good awareness of players in his zone but needs to improve his route recognition, but that could come with time. Gives up height to tight ends when man-up but is strong enough to knock them off their route from the nine-technique. Stays low in pedal, able to change directions quickly to chase the play.
Tackling: Explosive tackler who brings his hips and plants ballcarriers into the ground. Stays low into the man and rarely gets eluded once in the play, even if getting only an arm on the ballcarrier. Will chase plays downfield and be the second or third man into the pile, keeping his legs moving until the whistle is blown. Takes the correct angle when trying to prevent big plays. Has a chance to be a good inside special teams player because of his speed, hands and aggressive tackling.
Pass Rush/Blitz: Explosive rusher on the edge with spin, outside-in, bull rush and swim moves. Spends a lot of time in the opponent's backfield with quickness off the snap. Gets under taller tackles' pads to push lesser tackles back and can go under their armpit to turn the corner quickly. Strong tackler who does not let go of quarterbacks once they are in his grasp and typically plants him in the ground.
Intangibles: Team captain. Put in extra time in the weight room before his senior year to become stronger, as well as more time in the film room to be a smarter player. Coaches love his work ethic and leadership.

love the potential and work ethic, the will to succeed.

 

With the 152nd selection in the 2010 NFL draft the Minnesota Vikings select...... Deji Karim, RB, Southern Illinois

 

With the 153rd Pick, Via Bulletin, the Philadelphia Eagles select ...

Mike Neal
DT, Purdue, 6'3 294 lbs

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Philadelphia adds to their defensive line rotation with a very nice value selection in Mike Neal. He should find an immediate home in Philadelphia's 4-3,though he also has the strength and footwork to play NT in the 3-4 (think Jay Ratliff in Dallas). I don't believe the Eagles are planning any hybrid defensive schemes, but Neal will certainly offer them the versatility to do so if they wish. This is a great pick this late in the 5th round.

Overview​

Analysis​

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/564095

 

With the 154th pick via Bulletin (that the drunken Viking forgot about), the Tennessee Titans select ...

Emmanuel Sanders
WR, Southern Miss, 5'11, 186 lbs

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Overview​

The Titans grab a guy who could develop into a nice option for them out of the slot. Sanders is a lot like other NFL slot receivers - not overly fast, but quick off the line of scrimmage.

Analysis​

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/564943

 

With the 155th pick via trade, the Miami Dolphins are pleased to select ...

Kevin Thomas
CB, USC, 6'0, 192 lbs

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Thomas gives the Dolphins more depth in the secondary, provided he can stay healthy. I like Thomas in a reserve/dime role to begin with, but he could press for more of a role as he adjusts to the Dolphins defensive system. There's no denying he has the size (6'0) and the speed (4.48 40) to be an impact player in the NFL. Nice risk/reward selection for a late round gamble.

http://www.draftcountdown.com/ScoutingReports/CB/Kevin-Thomas.php

 

With the 156th pick, the San Diego Chargers are awarded CB A.J. Jefferson, from Fresno State.

 

With the 157th Pick in the GML Draft, the Detroit Lions select ...

CJ Wilson DE ECU



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With the 159th overall pick, the Buffalo Bills select

Armanti Edwards/QB-WR/Appalachian State

Edwards is the only two-time Walter Payton Award winner in the history of the Football Championship Subdivision. Edwards made his bones in college as a Seneca Wallace style quarterback. The Bills plan with Edwards might be to make a move to receiver, using his outstanding agility and 4.4 speed to make things happen downfield. Edwards is a four-year starter that led his team to two national titles as well as a playoff run in the other two seasons. He is an undersized quarterback that will need to be projected to another position to take advantage of his speed, quickness and athleticism. He is explosive and can force defenders to grab nothing but air with his elusiveness and cutting ability.

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