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

[PaCkFan_n_MD]

Lets take Sweed!

[CaliforniaCheez]

My brother is twisting his wrist like he is reving a motocycle.


"Brohm; BRohm! BROHM BROHM BROHM!!!"

[Lurker64]

Last year we carried six WRs: Jennings, Jones, Driver, Martin, Robinson, and Bodiford. We will likely have Martin, Robinson, and Bodiford competing for one or two spots. Ruvell may well go from the best #5 WR in the league to the best #6 WR in the league.

[Carolina_Packer]

Watching him, he reminds me of Hines Ward. Rodgers is very lucky. Jennings, Jones and now Nelson will all grow and develop with Rodgers. There is very little excuse for him to fail except on his own account.

Well, that's assuming he's not running for his life. Gotta get the guard situation solidfied and consistent.

[Rastak]

Jags move up........

[MateoInMex]

What's the name of the defensive end ESPN did a piece on a few days ago, that takes medication for depression or something? Was supposed to go in the 1st round last year, but left football and came back this year?

[The Leaper]

I do like King from Penn State as a CB. He's not as physical as I would like, and he is a bit of a project...but he's got time to learn and has some high end physical talent.

[BF4MVP]

Jags take Groves

[Badgerinmaine]

I'm thinking TE and OL, but would TT take 3 offensive players and no defense on day one?

Agreed, agreed and agreed again.

[Rastak]

Jags take Groves......not a bad pick....


Strengths: Exceptional straight-line speed as an up-the-field DE/OLB type. Explodes off the ball and can make plays in the backfield. Is fast enough to turn the corner versus top-shelf OT's and closes well. Drives legs when is able to get offensive linemen on heels and flashes the ability to collapse the pocket. Does an adequate job of getting hands up when isn't going to get to the quarterback and times jumps fairly well. Extends arms once locked on, shows adequate upper body strength and flashes the ability to shed blocks quickly. Takes sound angles to the ball and closes down cutback lanes. Shows above-average range and makes plays in pursuit when he wants to. Shows good body control in space, wraps up on contact and is a reliable open field tackler that flashes the ability to deliver the big hit.

Weaknesses: Undersized for an NFL defensive end and will need to make the move to OLB in the NFL. His motor runs hot and cold. Hasn't shown great lower body strength and can get driven back. Can be overaggressive and gets caught too far upfield at times. Isn't always balanced in stance and can give away line stunts. Flashes an effective spin move and has the lateral mobility to redirect inside after starting outside but relies on speed too much and hasn't developed a variety of pass rush moves at this point. Struggled with lingering toe injury as a senior. Scouts also have questions regarding his character most specifically his home life, support system and true passion for the game.

Overall: Groves redshirted his first year at Auburn (2003). In his first three seasons (2004-06), he played in 40 games (15 starts) and combined for 79 tackles (29 for losses), 23 sacks and six forced fumbles. In 2007, he played 11 games (seven starts) and turned in 38 tackles (seven for losses), three sacks and two forced fumbles. He dislocated three toes as a senior, which cost him two games and severely limited in others. Per local domestic dispute laws, Groves was arrested in 2006 after an argument with his wife, but the charges eventually were dropped. He also was placed on probation when, after being involved in a car accident, he was charged with driving on a suspended license and without insurance. Groves is classic boom-or-bust prospect. On one the positive side, he is a proven pass rusher with elite speed off the edge when healthy. On the negative side, Groves is undersized and will struggle when teams pound the ball at him. He needs to move back to outside linebacker in the NFL but shows only adequate fluidity to flip his hips in coverage. Durability and character baggage only add to the potential concerns. With all that in mind, Groves is a late-first or second round talent that could slip a bit on draft weekend.

[BF4MVP]

Let's start the chant

Kevin smith kevin smith kevin smith

[RashanGary]

Well, that's assuming he's not running for his life. Gotta get the guard situation solidfied and consistent.

Favre had more than enough time last year. Is the situation that different now?

[BallHawk]

Let's start the chant

Kevin smith kevin smith kevin smith

Kevin Smith, Kevin Smith, Kevin Smith.

[texaspackerbacker]

We'll keep 6 WRs--including KRob and Ruvell.

2nd rounders: Corner and TE

[Charles Woodson]

3 picks then uss