2008 OFFICIAL DRAFT THREAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[mngolf19]

Hey, Rastak and Golf--
Here's a nice piece on the Vikings' pick:

http://sea.scout.com/2/744800.html

Article says his dad played for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Thanks Badger. I'm feeling better already.

[Rastak]

Hey, Rastak and Golf--
Here's a nice piece on the Vikings' pick:

http://sea.scout.com/2/744800.html

Article says his dad played for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Thanks!

[BF4MVP]

Anyone want to bet on how much whining there will be in FIB-land if Brohm or Henne AREN"T picked?!

We may get to find out. :P

[arcilite]

"I cant decide between Kelly or Sweed with this pick" -Matt Millen

[BallHawk]

I'm at the point where I want TT to select unknowns just because I love the reactions of people that continue to think TT doesn't know what he's doing.

[Lurker64]

Woody-

Suppose there was a strong case to be made for Nelson being the best WR in this draft class in addition to his college production and intangibles. Would you object to the pick then?

The more I watch Nelson play, the more I like him. I didn't know much about him before the draft, but I didn't scout WRs much. Still, he's one of ours now so I like him.

[mngolf19]

Rastak, what is the Vikes pick in 5th?

[CaliforniaCheez]

ONE, good year in college

I disagree.

The kid changed position...played WR for the FIRST TIME in college, and posted 80 catches, 1200 yards and 9 TDs in his first two years at the position.

While that isn't huge, when you consider it was his first action at the position, it is damned impressive.

If you think this kid is Bill Schroeder 2, you will be the one who looks like a numbnut in a couple years.

well you look like a fucking idiot everytime you fucking post

do us a favor like your fucking name says and go leap off something

And the outrage begins.

hey, i asked for an ignore button

Dang, put the bottle down.

The draft is like Christmas and opening presents. You don't bad mouth the things you get...at least not in front of the relatives.

Don't be like the wierd uncle drunk and raving in the basement that everyone upstairs is avoiding.

[woodbuck27]

Bears take a RB - Forte



Strengths: A compact runner who displays good burst through the line of scrimmage and enough strength to push the pile as an inside runner. Very instinctive runner with vision and patience to set up his blocks. Runs with solid pad-level and will lower his shoulder to deliver the blow. Churns out a good amount of yards after contact by staying low and driving his legs. He displays balance and body control as a runner. Not great suddenness but is fluid enough to change directions in order to hit the cutback lane. He is very versatile, especially for a bigger back. He displays soft hands and is very comfortable catching the football. He also shows good instincts and the strength to anchor as a pass-blocker.

A very logical and solid pick for Da Bears. A strong RB!

TT can still make some recovery in this round. That first pick is certainly questionable. Too many better options for the Packers.



Weaknesses: Lacks explosive burst. Is quick to and through the hole but will struggle to consistently bounce runs outside in the NFL. Lacks a second gear and will get tracked down from behind by faster defenders. Not very elusive and won't make many defenders miss in space. Very reliable and experienced as a receiver but will not provide homerun hitting ability as a route runner or after the catch. Durability is somewhat of a concern due to 2006 knee injury.

Overall: In his first three seasons at Tulane (2004-'06), Forte appeared in 31 games (18 starts) and ran for 2,138 yards and 16 touchdowns on 472 carries (4.5 average). He also had 71 receptions for 703 yards (9.9 average) and five touchdowns during that period. As a senior, he played and started in all 12 of the Green Wave's games, ranking second in the nation in rushing. Forte piled up 2,007 yards and 22 touchdowns on 336 carries (6.0 average) and added 29 receptions for 257 yards (8.9 average). He also was a regular on special teams coverage units, even during his colossal senior season. Forte missed the last three games of the 2006 season after tearing the meniscus and posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. Forte proved to NFL teams at the Senior Bowl that his outstanding production (the nation's second-leading rusher in 2007) was not simply a byproduct of the lower-level FBS competition in which he played at Tulane. While he is not a good fit for every team, those seeking a bigger back with versatility in this year's draft, he will be a good value later in Round 3. In our opinion, only Oregon's Jonathan Stewart and Illinois' Rashard Mendenhall rank higher than Forte in terms of running backs weighing in at 215-plus pounds from the 2008 class. Forte would excel in a one-back set and he has the size/versatility to serve as a hybrid RB/FB type in the NFL.

A solid pick by Da Bears. A very strong RB. A Good choice.

[Rastak]

Lions take LB Dizon:


Strengths: An overachieving, fast-flowing space linebacker. Displays outstanding quickness and lateral mobility. Very good balance and change of direction skills. Tough and doesn't shy away from contact and has a mean streak. He reads plays extremely well, rarely takes false steps and seems to always be around the football. Aggressive and flashes the ability to make plays at the line of scrimmage. Works from whistle to snap and makes some plays in pursuit. Squares up to the ball carrier, wraps up upon contact and is a reliable open field tackler that flashes the ability to deliver the big hit for a smaller LB. Gets adequate depth and shows adequate awareness when asked to drop into zone coverage. Takes the shortest path to the quarterback when asked to blitz and flashes the ability to run through blockers in the backfield. Plays with emotion and is a leader in the field.

Weaknesses: Has below average height, bulk, arm length and hand span. Doesn't use hands to protect legs, frequently plays with a narrow base and gets knocked to the ground too much. He is quicker than fast. Does not display good top-end speed, which will limit his range in run support and in man-to-man coverage far more in the NFL. Lacks ideal ball skills and isn't a playmaker in coverage.

Overall: In his first three seasons at Colorado (2004-'06), Dizon appeared in 36 games--starting all but one--and recorded 280 tackles (16 for losses) and eight sacks. As a senior in 2007, he was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year after piling up a whopping 160 tackles (including an NCAA-best 120 solo stops), seven tackles for loss, four sacks, a forced fumble and three pass breakups in 12 games. Dizon doesn't look the part of NFL linebacker but somehow he winds up around the ball nearly every play. His feet are outstanding and he covers a lot of real estate in zone. Dizon has an uncanny knack for avoiding blockers without taking himself out of the play. His lack of size and power will prevent him from playing in the middle at the next level, but he has a chance to contribute on the weak-side in a smaller-type scheme -- such as the Colts or Broncos and he should make an instant impact on special teams as a rookie in the league.

[The Leaper]

I honestly really didn't know anything about Nelson prior to the senior bowl...outside of the fact he caught 122 passes. He stood out at the senior bowl, and I was impressed. When I found out he had only been playing WR for 3 years, I was more impressed.

[Rastak]

Rastak, what is the Vikes pick in 5th?

Not sure........I have to check the pick numbers they have.....they sure went defense with Johnson and Jared Allen as the draft haul. They now have two 5's two 6's and a 7.

[BF4MVP]

If Brohm slipped to the third I'd take him as a backup

[chain_gang]

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Sorry had to get that out of my system.

[Rastak]

Rastak, what is the Vikes pick in 5th?

Not sure........I have to check the pick numbers they have.....they sure went defense with Johnson and Jared Allen as the draft haul. They now have two 5's two 6's and a 7.

Vikings have pick 15 and 17 in rd 5.