Who's got the 411 on Packers UDFA sighings

[jklowan]

inquiring minds want to know, not finding much on the www

[jklowan]

Kabion Ento, WR, Colorado

Reported by Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette (https://twitter.com/ByRyanWood/status/1122288512382963713).
Manny Wilkins, QB, Arizona State

Reported by Scott Bordow of The Athletic (https://twitter.com/sbordow/status/1122273694997368832). Potentially some competition for the backup QB position.


Yosh Nijman, OT, Virginia Tech

Reported by Mike Kaye of NJ.com (https://twitter.com/mike_e_kaye/status/1122275054295965697).
Randy Ramsey, DL, Arkansas

Reported by Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (https://twitter.com/JimOwczarski/status/1122279398135169024).
Nate Brooks, CB, North Texas


North Texas CB Nate Brooks will join the Packers, per his agent.
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) April 27, 2019 (https://twitter.com/by_JBH/status/1122274623779819520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Greg Roberts, DE, Baylor

Reported by Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle (https://twitter.com/AaronWilson_NFL/status/1122280444714635264).
Javien Hamilton, DB, Mississippi
Reported by Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (https://twitter.com/JimOwczarski/status/1122283557827883009).

Matt Eaton, WR, Iowa StateReported by Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (https://twitter.com/TomSilverstein/status/1122310765212577792).

[HarveyWallbangers]

https://packerswire.usatoday.com/2019/04/27/tracking-the-packers-udfa-signings-following-2019-draft/

[RashanGary]

I looked them all up. Nothing special. Doesn’t seem like Gute is as good as Thompson was

[smuggler]

Law of averages, at least one will be serviceable, yeah?

[Patler]

Doesn’t seem like Gute is as good as Thompson was

I think it is a combination of GM and coach. Players and agents knew that MM would give URFAs fair opportunities in camp, and if they showed promise TT would keep them. There was a long-established track record. They weren't just camp fodder.

With a new coach and a GM without much history to go on, it is uncertain. I also read once that agents advise
URFAs going to teams with new head coaches, because the new staff will have to spend additional practice reps getting to know their veterans, installing new systems, etc.; and the free agents might not have a lot of opportunities.

[smuggler]

It did make us a popular choice for UDFAs, which helped us get the pick of the litter. Doesn't always mean we got the cream of the crop. A lot of it is sheer luck.

[pbmax]

DB Deion Harris North Dakota 6-3 197 Link (https://twitter.com/JimOwczarski/status/1122311532203991041)

THAT ONE IS FOR HARV

WR/CB Kabion Ento Colorado 6-1 194 Link (https://twitter.com/ByRyanWood/status/1122288512382963713)

I SMELL NEW SPECIAL TEAMS ACE

[run pMc]

Would like to see them bring in Stanley Morgan or Penny Hart to push for a slot WR spot. Both are decent route runners with good speed.
Also think that if Spriggs & Turner are the backup tackles they are pushing their luck...although they won't find a Year 1 backup LT on the street.

[run pMc]

One site's rankings. take with appropriate grains of salt.
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001028811/article/top-undrafted-rookie-free-agents-following-the-2019-nfl-draft

[Brandon494]

Yosh Nijman, OT, Virginia Tech has a chance to make the team, if not he's a lock for the PS.

[texaspackerbacker]

I'm still waiting for them to bring in somebody to replace Crosby, Tracy of L.S.U. at the top of the list. Surprisingly, he wasn't on that list in run pMc's post. However, I Googled him, and there is an article that he is trying out with the Packers and Saints. In addition, another of the top Kickers, Thompson Myers-Spencer, is from St. Norbert College - right in the back yard.

[Teamcheez1]

Acme Packing Company has an article that is updated with any info.

Latest take on signings:

Packers’ Reported Signings

CB Nate Brooks, North Texas (reported by agent)
OT Yosh Nijman, Virginia Tech (“expected,” per Eagles reporter Mike Kaye)
QB Manny Wilkins, Arizona State (reported by Scott Bordow of The Athletic)
EDGE Randy Ramsey, Arkansas (reported by player, confirmed by Jim Owczarski)
EDGE Greg Roberts, Baylor (reported by Aaron Wilson of Houston Chronicle)
DB Javien Hamilton, Ole Miss (reported by Jim Owczarski)
WR Kabion Ento, Colorado (reported by Ryan Wood)
TE Davis Koppenhaver, Duke (reported by Duke Athletics)
ILB Curtis Bolton, Oklahoma (reported by player)
WR Matt Eaton, Iowa State (reported by Tom Silverstein)

Rookie Minicamp Invites

QB C.J. Collins, Southwestern Assemblies of God University (reported by @FCSScout, confirmed by Jim Owczarski and Aaron Wilson)
DB Devonte Williams, Texas A&I Kingsville (reported by Aaron Wilson)
LS Patrick Eby, Columbia (reported by Tom Silverstein)
DB Deion Harris, North Dakota (reported by Jim Owczarski)
DB Nydair Rouse, West Chester (reported by Jim Owczarski)
QB Taylor Cornelius, Oklahoma State (reported by player’s agent)
WR Jamarius Way, South Alabama (reported by Jim Owczarski)
WR Darrius Shepherd, North Dakota State (reported by NDSU Athletics)

[Bretsky]

[QUOTE=JustinHarrell;1009576]I looked them all up. Nothing special. Doesn’t seem like Gute is as good as Thompson was[/QUO


DITTO

OR

The scouting has suffered after the Browns ambushed our personnel dept some

[Bretsky]

I looked them all up. Nothing special. Doesn’t seem like Gute is as good as Thompson was


One of the ILB's you really liked for GB didn't get drafted (Ditto for me with TJ Edwards)

Did you see where he ended up ??

[run pMc]

Safe to say Gute has a type with WR's - all but Shepherd is 6'3" or taller.

[Joemailman]

Yosh Nijman, OT, Virginia Tech has a chance to make the team, if not he's a lock for the PS.

Pretty good developmental prospect.

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/yosh-nijman?id=32194e49-4a39-4486-5ad3-455d5d7e45d9


Overview

One look at Nijman and it is easy to fall in love with the NFL frame and length. When he's on the move, he's fluid and can be effective on the second level. Upon further inspection, his body control is below average and his pass sets have major holes that could be challenging to correct. He's a developmental right tackle in need of extensive coaching for improved pass sets and greater consistency of aim with his run-blocking landmarks. If the coaching lands, he could become a Day 3 value draft pick if medicals check out.

Strengths

Enticing NFL physique and athletic traits
Has posted explosive vertical leap and weight room numbers
Tapered chest with good thickness through his legs
Has the ability to play with adequate bend
Typically out to solid starts in first phase of the block
Shows potential to create push as drive-blocker
Able to get out in space and make a difference
Connects with accuracy and force on trap pulls
Able to anchor down against power
Aggressive slap to eliminate defender's probing hand

Weaknesses

Missed three games last year and five in 2017 due to injury
Waist-bender into run blocks
Hand placement is sloppy and ineffective
Body control and balance to sustain is underwhelming
Grass-pounder in initial pass slides
Heel-clicking sets must be corrected
Leaves inside edge exposed
Slow to throw his hands in run game and pass pro
Unable to prevent rushers from getting to his edge
Plays with poor instincts and a lack of awareness against twists

[Bretsky]

JH=====Tevon Coney still out there as well as TJ Edwards

[Deputy Nutz]

TJ Edwards went to Philly.

Coney went to the Raiders

[HarveyWallbangers]

NFL.com

QB Wilkins is the #5 rated UDFA at QB
OT Nijman is the #3 rated UDFA at OT
CB Harris is the #10 rated UDFA and Brooks is the #13 rated UDFA at CB

I'm rooting for the North Dakota boys. Brooks looks like a playmaker with 6 interceptions last year. His 40 time was below average (4.62)--though the rest of his workout numbers were excellent. At 6'2" 201 with a 4.64 40 I think Harris projects to safety in the NFL if he were to make it.

[HarveyWallbangers]

Manny Wilkins


PROS: Has a pretty deep ball. Regularly puts his deep throws on the appropriate leveraged side of the wide receiver, protecting the ball from DBs. Unfearful of throwing under duress and placement doesn't suffer through narrow windows, from adjusted platforms, or when leaping. Has a great sense for space and pressure in the pocket and does well to climb/adjust to extend his pocket life. Only early to break pocket as a runner if the situation is advantageous for such a decision. Has really nice velocity to the short areas--can zip it in tight windows with a quick set and release. Arm strength to boundary and intermediate not as impressive, but still effective--can put a rope 15-20 yards down the field and reach the far boundary in a timely manner.

Has a nice and snappy over the top release with sound lower body mechanics as well on most short to intermediate throws. Has back-shoulder and bucket throws in his repertoire, which helps color in the edges of his deep ball skill set. Does well to make pre-snap RPO decisions and knows how to dissect a coverage shell; poised and unaffected by post-snap movement.


CONS: Has a lot of lean in his back when looking to put air or distance under the football, which can cause ball to sail. Gets a whiplash effect on his throwing motion that can heavily affect accuracy downfield. Is a first-read exclusive quarterback, in part because of tendency to trust WRs, in part because of offensive scheme. Fact remains: rare to see him work to a secondary read, and processing speed and full-field vision must be put into question as a result.

As one would expect when considering offensive structure, low frequency of intermediate/middle of field throws on tape--high reliance on stick concept, flare screens, and verticals. Ability to manipulate deep and shallow zone defenders with eyes/pump fakes not evident on tape. Generally on breaking routes, needs to see receivers uncover--cannot throw them open or anticipate their break creating the necessary space to feed the ball. A little slight in build, though it isn't a huge issue in my eyes. As it stands, good at what he's asked to do--but is a spread quarterback and thereby leaves a lot of boxes with question marks.

[texaspackerbacker]

It really wouldn't take much to pass up Kizer and/or Boyle for the back-up job. I kinda recall early last season this Wilkins was pretty highly regarded - then he seemed to fade away or something. The mechanics problem mentioned above ought to be curable with some coaching.

[Joemailman]

Sounds like Wilkins needs a lot of work at reading defenses. Still, he has the arm and is mobile. One thing about LaFleur: Everywhere he goes, QB's excel. Wilkins could be a good developmental prospect.