Probally never, considering how much dough DirecTV gives them.Not to sidetrack this, but I just turned on the NFL.com stream - with them streaming the draft live, online, what's the likelihood of actual games starting to come soon?
which obvious needs are those?Eh... I'm not really impressed with this trade. There were a lot of quality names available, and the 2nd round pick next year is most likely a really low one. A high 3rd round pick in to a low 2nd round pick, when we have obvious needs? Eh..........
Mike, you're close enough to exact some revenge.Panthers are really starting to piss me off right now!
Unless I'm misunderstanding you, Godfrey and Connor would've been of interest to the Pats. You likely mean since the trade with SD, which still leaves Connor as being a nice fit with NE and no longer available. Still some talent on the board, but those were my two guys for Rd 3. Didn't think we'd get both (the planets would've needed to align), but either one would've been nice - Godfrey first, Connor second.So far all these players would have been of no interest to the Pats...
Don't have a link either but Geno WIlson was also a trade up in 2003.Ha! Warren, Jackson Graham... How'd I miss those?
More proof that I morph into Rip Van Winkle on draft day.
I'm on my way, dog!Mike, you're close enough to exact some revenge.
Yea, since the trade. and I do not agree on Connor.Unless I'm misunderstanding you, Godfrey and Connor would've been of interest to the Pats. You likely mean since the trade with SD, which still leaves Connor as being a nice fit with NE and no longer available. Still some talent on the board, but those were my two guys for Rd 3. Didn't think we'd get both (the planets would've needed to align), but either one would've been nice - Godfrey first, Connor second.
Most of what I read leading up to the draft seemed to indicate that Connor was considered too small to play inside in a 3-4 so I'm not sure how interested the Pats would have been. I suppose he could have been a fit at weak inside LB but it didn't seem that he was a great fit here.Unless I'm misunderstanding you, Godfrey and Connor would've been of interest to the Pats. You likely mean since the trade with SD, which still leaves Connor as being a nice fit with NE and no longer available. Still some talent on the board, but those were my two guys for Rd 3. Didn't think we'd get both (the planets would've needed to align), but either one would've been nice - Godfrey first, Connor second.
I like Bell and Goff best of the MLB left. Could get one with the next pick, I think.How about Beau Bell, LB, UNLV. Or a OL.
And they picked a guy right off of it. Crable jumped out at me as someone interesting who was still there.
I think its ChemSchmem.Crable. Someone here hates him.
Nice to have an ILB and OLB now.
I'll tell you, I'm shocked that Goff is still sitting there. I thought he was as high as a mid first rounder early in the season. He's a local kid, from Lynn. His value must have really dropped at the combines or something.I like Bell and Goff best of the MLB left. Could get one with the next pick, I think.
Crable reminds some scouts of Carl Banks, an All-American at that position for the Wolverines' arch-rivals, Michigan State, who went on to earn All-Pro honors during a stellar career with the New York Giants. The talented youngster has the same excellent read-and-react skills and playing strength, doing a great job of attacking the backfield coming off the edge that Banks showed throughout his college and professional career.
Evident by his 28.5 tackles behind the line of scrimmage as a senior, the Wolverine has proven to be among the elite blitzers in the 2008 NFL Draft pool.
"Chases everything down"
"Relentless"
"Hard hitter"
"Fast off the edge"
"Can add weight"
I appreciate the post Lusty.It's been said before but KC continues to have an amazing draft.
2nd round picks:
Jamaal Charles and Brad Cottam
Strengths: Strong linebacker with an ideal frame…stout player with good bulk…has the strength to play SAM linebacker at the next level…good athleticism for his size…terrific blitzer for a linebacker…solid lower body strength…able to hold his own at the point of attack…does an adequate job covering tight ends, using his strength to jam them well…disruptive force in the backfield…
Weaknesses: Only two years as a starter…instincts are a bit questionable…attempts to use his strength too frequently…does not understand leverage use…can be sucked in by play action…not a playmaker in coverage…needs to develop a better pass rush repertoire…work ethic is questioned…
Overall: Crable stands out as one of the top prospects for the SAM position at the NFL level. He also fits the 3-4 scheme as an OLB, where he would be an ideal fit next to a pure pass rusher. He is a terrific athlete with a good frame, and he had a very productive season in 2007 for Michigan, with an obscene 28.5 tackles for a loss. His versatility and high upside make him a very attractive prospect for a number of teams…
Strengths:
Has excellent size and a big frame with long arms...Very athletic...Fantastic timed speed...Nice quickness and agility...Strong and powerful...Terrific pass rusher and blitzer...Makes a lot of plays behind the line...Offers some versatility...He does an adequate job in coverage...Still improving and has upside...Had a big senior year.
Weaknesses:
Does not have a great motor...Work ethic has been questioned...Intelligence may be a concern...Slow to read and react...Needs to play with better leverage...Was only a starter for two seasons...Sub par ball skills...Pass rush repertoire is limited.
Notes:
Was a highly-regarded recruit coming out of the prep ranks...He could project to a 4-3 (SAM) or 3-4 scheme...A real interesting prospect with a unique set of physical tools...Presents a rare combination of production and triangle numbers...Talented but may need to be pushed in order to fulfill his potential...May have played out of position in college...His best fit might be a pass rushing outside linebacker in a 34.
Yep. While I like him better than him, he's still a development project, of sorts. He's great at getting into the backfield, but struggles in space and needs to work on play recognition (in coverage). He'll at least be a 3rd down pass specialist to start.I think its ChemSchmem.
Crable:
Strengths:
Has excellent size and a big frame with long arms...Very athletic...Fantastic timed speed...Nice quickness and agility...Strong and powerful...Terrific pass rusher and blitzer...Makes a lot of plays behind the line...Offers some versatility...He does an adequate job in coverage...Still improving and has upside...Had a big senior year.
Weaknesses:
Does not have a great motor...Work ethic has been questioned...Intelligence may be a concern...Slow to read and react...Needs to play with better leverage...Was only a starter for two seasons...Sub par ball skills...Pass rush repertoire is limited.
Notes:
Was a highly-regarded recruit coming out of the prep ranks...He could project to a 4-3 (SAM) or 3-4 scheme...A real interesting prospect with a unique set of physical tools...Presents a rare combination of production and triangle numbers...Talented but may need to be pushed in order to fulfill his potential...May have played out of position in college...His best fit might be a pass rushing outside linebacker in a 34.
Did they get a QB that missed? I don't care if you have Walter Payton running behind the old Cowboys offensive line, you can't win in this NFL without a QB. And Brody Croyle ain't getting it done.KC has picked up a lot of guys but it's hard not to have a great draft when you have 6 picks in the first 3 rounds. They'll be an interesting team to see in Week 1 in Foxboro.
I knew you missed seeing your sisterI appreciate the post Lusty.