Friday NFL Draft watch notes
by Dan Kadar on Nov 26, 2010 1:57 PM EST
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This may be a little late, but the three best games of the day are covered.
Today is the best chance for Auburn quarterback Cam Newton to make a case a legit NFL prospect. Many are already projecting him to be a first-round pick due to his developmental upside. A bad game against Auburn today may be enough to force Newton to return to Auburn for another year – unless the NCAA says otherwise.
One Auburn player ready for the pros is defensive lineman Nick Fairley. Some will wonder if Fairley is a one-year wonder. If a team is going to use a top 10 pick on Fairley, it's a justifiable concern. But he's had flashes this year where his game could be categorized between Ndamukong Suh and Gerald McCoy.
If you haven't seen a Colorado game this season, today is your chance to see arguably the best cornerback duo in the nation. Jimmy Smith may not have any interceptions on the year, but his play shouldn't be discounted. Smith may line up against physical Nebraska receiver Niles Paul in a great matchup. Smith's corner partner is Jalil Brown. He's not quite as physically gifted as Smith, but he's a heady player with good timing. (update: Apparently Paul is not playing.)
It's pretty amazing what Oregon has done with its talent. It's likely no upperclassmen from the Ducks will be picked in the first three rounds of the draft next year. If redshirt sophomore LaMichael James enters the draft, he projects to grade out in the same late first- early second-round area like Jahvid Best.
In the next ranking update, expect to see Oklahoma running back DeMarco Murray ahead of Nebraska's Roy Helu Jr. Helu has cooled off since running for 307 yards against Missouri on Oct. 30. More so, he hasn't come along as a pass catcher this season like Murray. Neither is a feature back at the next level, so the extra things Murray can do puts him ahead of Helu.
If Nevada upsets Boise State today, Wolfpack pass rusher Dontay Moch will be a big reason why. Moch is again near the top of the NCAA in tackles for loss with 19.5. He was handled pretty easily by Boise last season and is looking for a big game to wind down his college career. Moch will be attractive to a lot of 3-4 teams in need of a linebacker.
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I feel like Fairley
Is going to be this years Dan Williams.
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
He is more disruptive
And has a higher motor, but my gut is still telling me Dan Williams.
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
And Dareus is stupid athletic for his size.
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
I didn’t think Dareus had that good of foot quickness. Impressive.
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He kept contain there, which will get him some points in scouts eyes
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
by -Primetime21- on Nov 26, 2010 3:19 PM EST up reply actions
Quick note to Auburn
Don’t leave Dareus unblocked
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
Bad call on Fairley IMO
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
I don't think it's fair to call something like that on a guy just because
“He’s got the spotlight on him” for his attitude. But that’s what the refs are going to do, and Fairley should realize that
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
by -Primetime21- on Nov 26, 2010 3:18 PM EST up reply actions
Some people say Trent Richardson is better than Mark Ingram but he doesn't look like it today
Purple Crush for best kicker in the NFL
Auburn CB's forgot there was a game today
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
Alabamas D
Is fired up today
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
Thoughts on the Patriots picking up Helu in the 4th...
…and if you think he complements a stable of BenJarvus Green-Ellis (bruiser) and Danny Woodhead (shifty)?
I'm not gonna say I know a lot about Helu
but I’ve been under the impression he’s a bruiser as well?
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He’s not necessarily a bruiser. He’s a classic forward-lean RB. Kind of reminds me of a lesser Frank Gore without the receiving chops.
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He's a little bit of everything.
He can bruise a little bit and has gotten bigger over the last 2 years. But he’s also pretty shifty. He always manages to turn a loss into a gain. I think he’ll be a pretty good second back in a run-by-committee backfield.
Anthony Tolliver says "Get that weak stuff outta here!"
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Fairley's over-agressive borderline cheap play going to cause concerns to NFL teams??
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
The BCS is such a good system.
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by TheRealSlimShady on Nov 26, 2010 3:26 PM EST reply actions
that unsportsmanlike call on Fairley was the dumbest thing the NCAA's ever put in the game
its basically ruined this game right here.
Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows
Niles Paul is out,
and I’ll take Prince and Dennard over the CU guys.
Anthony Tolliver says "Get that weak stuff outta here!"
EXTEND JASON RICHARDSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can you breakdown how Blackmon had 158 yds on Prince earlier this year??
I didn’t get to watch the game, but I noticed that.
Wondering if it was a couple big plays, or if he just out played him? Also I guess I should ask, instead of assume, but was Prince covering him most of that game??
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
by -Primetime21- on Nov 26, 2010 3:42 PM EST up reply actions
Yes Prince was covering him.
And yes it was a few big plays for much of the yardage. Weeden underthrew Blackmon quite a few times and Blackmon was able to drop back and get the catch. I’m wondering if that was the gameplan because they did it more than once and it resulted in the big plays. Prince did look bad on one or two but Blackmon is realy realy good.
Anthony Tolliver says "Get that weak stuff outta here!"
EXTEND JASON RICHARDSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I agree, Blackmon is a great receiver for only being a RS Soph
And I watched the highlights on YT, saw the flea flicker really killed them. But it should raise some concerns on Prince don’t you think?? I mean, Blackmon is good, but there are a lot of great receivers in the NFL that he would have to cover.
Now don’t get me wrong, I think Prince could be a good corner, but is he “the next shutdown” corner in the NFL like everyone is labeling him?? Just curious, I try not to watch a lot of Nebraska games, being an Iowa fan I love to see them lose, but I hate watching them, unless they are losing, which hasn’t happened much this year.
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
by -Primetime21- on Nov 26, 2010 4:01 PM EST up reply actions
That was really the only bad game he's had.
We may get to see them match-up again if Okie State can take care of business against the Sooners. I would be shocked to see Prince play that poorly and fall for those tricks again.
He has great size and is very smart. He rarely gets thrown at and usually when he does he is able to step in and knock the pass down. He’s also a very good tackler. He really is as good as everyone thinks.
Anthony Tolliver says "Get that weak stuff outta here!"
EXTEND JASON RICHARDSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good deal, that's reassuring
Cause as a Cowboy fan, I feel that if they miss on Peterson, Amukamara is the consolation prize, and I don’t want to be disappointed on one of my favorite days of the year.
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
by -Primetime21- on Nov 26, 2010 5:40 PM EST up reply actions
I would hate to see him on the Cowboys.
Sorry, but I’m not much of a fan of Dallas.
I’m hoping he can reunite with Suh in Detroit.
Anthony Tolliver says "Get that weak stuff outta here!"
EXTEND JASON RICHARDSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Speaking of Nevada,
How does Colin Kaepernick project in the NFL?
Purple Crush for best kicker in the NFL
Don’t like him as a QB. Rail thin. Comes from a gimmick offense. Odd throwing motion. He’ll be in the NFL, but I don’t think as a quarterback.
Word is he’ll get a Senior Bowl invite soon.
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It’s a little more Philip Rivers than Tebow. Not as much of a Tebow windup.
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Plus it doesnt seem like he has a good feel for the short intermediate throws.
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
It seems like he stops the ball for a second when he reaches back.
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by TheRealSlimShady on Nov 27, 2010 3:30 PM EST up reply actions
It's pathetic
It makes you wonder how they won a game this season
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I think they just answered that
plus this Alabama team is by far one of the most talented teams if not the most
How much do you think this game is helping Jones' draft stock?
Honestly, I don’t think it matters all that much. It won’t catapult him over AJ Green, so it’s really just further solidifying him as the second receiver taken in the draft (a spot which I think he had locked up anyways.)
Win a ring without the king! Cavs=2011 champs?
I’d say five or six, if he even pursues a pro career.
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What round is McElroy supposed to go in?
I have no clue.
Win a ring without the king! Cavs=2011 champs?
I was just going to ask that too, I was thinking anywhere from 4-6
Hopefully Dallas gives him a chance to come in, considering his Dad works for the ‘Boys. Who knows, he’s a very smart kid, and the type of leader you would want. He’d certainly be a project who would need to sit for 3-4 years, but he’s making a strong case for himself
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
by -Primetime21- on Nov 26, 2010 4:10 PM EST up reply actions
The one thing that can't be overlooked is that the dude knows how to win.
I believe their loss earlier this year was his first loss as a starter since 8th grade football.
Win a ring without the king! Cavs=2011 champs?
Yeah, I don't read too much into that, Ken Dorsey had a lot of wins in college too...so did Jason White
The one thing that concerns me most about him is that he stares down his receivers, that’s definitely something he would need to work on in the pros. He can get away with it because not many college corners can cover Jones, but in the NFL that will change
"Everybody's hurt in this league, so when guys go out, other guys have to step in. What are we going to do, cry wolf? Nobody cares about the pain, they just want to see the baby." - Cowboys LB Bradie James
by -Primetime21- on Nov 26, 2010 4:20 PM EST up reply actions
I think he could at least be a decent backup.
The type of guy that can come in when needed and use his brains to manage the game.
Win a ring without the king! Cavs=2011 champs?
What did you guys think of the way Fairley played against Georgia?
Anthony Tolliver says "Get that weak stuff outta here!"
EXTEND JASON RICHARDSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice to see that the Auburn D
decided to turn up.
by Sheffieldbengal on Nov 26, 2010 5:14 PM EST reply actions
No it isn't.
Anthony Tolliver says "Get that weak stuff outta here!"
EXTEND JASON RICHARDSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
haha well
i meant as a neutral it was nice…
but man. what a game
by Sheffieldbengal on Nov 26, 2010 7:13 PM EST up reply actions
Wow
Newton is showing the poise under pressure I’ve been waiting to see all year. He’s got ice in his veins thats for damn sure!
I hope he has a game like Tebow’s Cincy game where he can shw off his pocket passing abilities, he’s gonna be special in the pros if he gets his shot
No Auburn
I Wanna see a BCS game that actually counts!
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