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Originally posted by "imscott72
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cuz he's better than rodgers
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HOLY CRAP!!!
First WR off the board is Donnie Avery?!Chuck Norris doesn't cut his grass, he just stares at it and dares it to growComment
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Back up QB at 36.
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hmm first reciver to StL--Donnie AveryComment
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Rams take Avery (scratching my head)
Strengths: Possesses world-class speed. Gets from 0-to-60 mph in a hurry. Is able to consistently get over the top of CB's in man-coverage. Can be a huge threat after-the-catch if he catches a crease. Is quick, shifty and agile. Possesses soft hands and good body control to adjust to the poorly thrown ball. Shows the ability to pluck on the run and get up the field immediately. Shows a rare second gear to run away from defenders. Has experience as a return man and rare speed alone gives him a chance to contribute in that facet of the game in the NFL.
Weaknesses: Is undersized. Not strong or physical. Is a small target in the passing game. Is too much of a straight line athlete. Struggles to get off press coverage. Needs to become a much more polished route runner. Is too slow getting in and out of breaks. Rounds off too many of his routes. We question his toughness. Doesn't go over the middle much. Gives an inconsistent effort as a blocker and lacks the strength to sustain even when he gets in position and locks on.
Overall: Avery redshirted in 2003, and then started every game for Houston a year later. In his first three seasons (2004-'06), he appeared in 37 games (31 starts) and amassed 119 receptions for 1,833 yards (15.4 average) and 12 touchdowns. As a senior, he ranked fourth in the country in receiving yards per game (112.0) and 15th in receptions per game (7.0). He finished 2007 with totals of 91 catches for 1,456 yards (16.0 average) and seven TDs in 13 games (11 starts). For his career, Avery also 40 kickoff returns for 896 yards (22.4 average) and a touchdown, three punt returns for 28 yards and 14 tackles (including one for a loss). A hyperextended left knee and MCL sprain in August 2007 didn't cost him any playing time. Bottom line: Avery is quite possibly the fastest player in the 2008 class. While there's no doubt of his homerun-hitting potential for the next level, Avery remains too one-dimensional, with really just the ability to run go routes to threaten a defense. He is somewhat reminiscent of New Orleans and former LSU burner Devery Henderson, who has not transitioned to the NFL very well. Avery is dangerous, but he isn't a refined route runner and he must learn to separate from man-coverage better in order to contribute as a consistent pass-catcher in the NFL. Avery is a bit overrated for those reasons and will be over-drafted if taken higher than the late-second or third round range.Comment
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100% agree. If a QB is there that you like, take him. Thompson said at some point in the off season that when he looks at the QB's out there, he's happy to have Rodgers. That makes me think he's not overwhelmed with any of the top signal callers.Originally posted by MadtownPackerFormerly known as JustinHarrell.Comment
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Originally posted by imscott72
Rodgers is no rookie, he's been in the league for years now.Comment
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The whole Favre thing I have heard was all second hand. I was out of town the past few days and missed all of the rumors. My kid tells me that it isn't so clear that Favre is done just yet. If he isn't great, if he is great. I think taking a QB with potential sets you up for a potential starter or a solid backup. Good move either way."Once the people find they can vote themselves money, that will herald the end of the Republic.”
– Benjamin FranklinComment
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Exactly. Arod has been very patient and quiet about the whole Favre thing. Give him his chance already.Originally posted by BF4MVPwww.ccso228@twitter.comComment
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Washington-Devin ThomasComment
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Thomas goes to the Skins......rats.....
Strengths: Possesses adequate-to-good height with a sturdy build for a wide receiver. Very smooth and fluid. Displays outstanding hands. Can consistently catch over his head. Strong hands to pluck in traffic. Can snatch the ball on the run with very little wasted motion. Is a treat after the catch. Does not possess elite initial burst but he does display a second-gear to run away from defenders once he gets going (see 2nd quarter vs. Wisconsin). He is a silky smooth runner with excellent vision and body control. Sees the entire field and shows the change-of-direction ability to make sharp cuts without losing speed. Is strong and will drag some defenders for extra yards after the catch. Was effective in the times we saw him take hand offs in the backfield and might have a future as a kick return man in the NFL. Has bulk and strength to sustain blocks when he's in position. Also flashes a mean streak.
Weaknesses: More dangerous after the catch than he is as a vertical route runner. Lacks ideal experience at the highest collegiate level. Still needs polishing as a route runner. Rounds off many of his routes. Not crisp enough to consistently separate from tight man-to-man coverage. Needs to improve his array of release moves versus press coverage at the line of scrimmage. Takes a bit too long to reach top speed. Doesn't always sell routes on play-action runs. Can sustain his blocks once locked on but takes some poor angles and doesn't always get in good position. Effort as a blocker is inconsistent.
Overall: After proving his explosiveness and versatility by averaging 105.5 all-purpose yards at Coffeyville CC in 2005, Thomas enrolled at Michigan State. He played 10 games in his first season in East Lansing, but finished with just six receptions, 90 receiving yards and a touchdown. He broke out as a junior last season, playing in all 13 games and delivering 79 catches, eight TDs and a Big Ten-best 1,260 receiving yards for a Spartans offense that relied heavily on the run. He added 177 rushing yards on 27 carries and starred as a return man, averaging 29.1 on 39 kickoff returns. Compared to most prospects, there's very little information to go off of when evaluating Thomas. He only played one year at the FBS level and, as an underclassman entry, he was not able to compete in a post-season all-star game. His inexperience and lack of exposure naturally creates some doubt. However, the more film we study of Thomas the more impressed we are with his overall physical tools. He possesses the size, athleticism and hands of a future starter in the NFL, which is why we graded Thomas out in the second round. He will fit best in a West Coast system, where his run-after-catch ability will be maximized.Comment
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Agreed.Originally posted by BF4MVP"I've got one word for you- Dallas, Texas, Super Bowl"- Jermichael FinleyComment
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well, we can still get my #1 guy or campbell
other then that, nothing really excites me at this spotComment
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he's a vet with no experience.Originally posted by RastakComment
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And how would you know that? Neither QB has played hardly at all in the NFL with the draftee none at all. No idea how you can judge whose better at that point.Originally posted by gbgarywww.ccso228@twitter.comComment
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