Supplemental Draft Prospect

[Bretsky]

There is a strong rumor out there now that the Packers are interested in going after LBer Ahmad Brooks. If he can put on more beef (muscle) he might make a solid contribution at DE.

He has a big upside but also comes with some garbage/risk and may not be of the best character.

People are saying he's worth about a 4th round pick.

Do you think we would actually bring in ANOTHER linebacker at this stage with so many holes at other positions?

Actually I would be surprised based on the character risk that the Packers seriously bring in Brooks. I agree that we are looking OK at LBer.

The only thing I was thinking about was. If we took him, could he beef up and play DE effectively for us? Just thinking and tossing that idea out there.

I'm concluding in myself that in that regard, coupled with the character risk, I think it's better to wait till next April and see the whole field. Why risk waisting a fourth round draft pick before the play is acted out?

Brooks was reportedly way out of shape a few months ago but has now shed several pounds and has been working on getting all of his speed back.

He's a LB in the NFL. He's a high risk character wise; talent wise he was thought of once as a High First Round Project.

I'd be very very surprised if somebody doesn't give up a 3rd round pick because this guy has far far more ability than any 3rd rounder you will find. If I was an established team I'd surely take a flyer.

Not sure he's a good fit in GB, but I'd have no problem if the Packers took him with #3 or lower.

[RashanGary]

Marcus Vick, Maurice Clarette, Donnell Washington...

No thanks. It takes more than talent to succeed in just about anything in life. I'll just keep that 3rd rounder and add another guy like Hodge.

[retailguy]

Marcus Vick, Maurice Clarette, Donnell Washington...

No thanks. It takes more than talent to succeed in just about anything in life. I'll just keep that 3rd rounder and add another guy like Hodge.

Nick, it is rare you and I are on the same side of the fence, but I completely agree. I know bretsky is still pissed about passing on thurman, but I'm glad we did, and I'll be glad when we pass on this loser.

Character issues can ruin football teams. Glad we don't have the chaos of Chris Henry, or Jonathon Sullivan, or TO right now. We've got enough problems without that.

and, yes, I believe the kid can play, and I still don't care.

[Bretsky]

Marcus Vick, Maurice Clarette, Donnell Washington...

No thanks. It takes more than talent to succeed in just about anything in life. I'll just keep that 3rd rounder and add another guy like Hodge.

Nick, it is rare you and I are on the same side of the fence, but I completely agree. I know bretsky is still pissed about passing on thornton, but I'm glad we did, and I'll be glad when we pass on this loser.

Character issues can ruin football teams. Glad we don't have the chaos of Chris Henry, or Jonathon Sullivan, or TO right now. We've got enough problems without that.

and, yes, I believe the kid can play, and I still don't care.

Thurman, RG, Odell Thurman. Future Pro Bowl MLB and a Smash Mouth bad@ss football player like Wayne Simmons but better.

OR did you mean David Thornton ?

Cheers and Happy 4th !
Bretsky

[retailguy]

Thurman, RG, Odell Thurman. Future Pro Bowl MLB and a Smash Mouth bad@ss football player like Wayne Simmons but better.

Cheers,
Bretsky

Thanks for that.... See, I can't even remember the guy.... I think it is a bit soon to annoint him in the HOF, I think it is just as likely he goes down on a felony rap... That smash mouth comment could have multiple meanings.

Hope you're having a good 4th!.

[Bretsky]

Thurman, RG, Odell Thurman. Future Pro Bowl MLB and a Smash Mouth bad@ss football player like Wayne Simmons but better.

Cheers,
Bretsky

Thanks for that.... See, I can't even remember the guy.... I think it is a bit soon to annoint him in the HOF, I think it is just as likely he goes down on a felony rap... That smash mouth comment could have multiple meanings.

Hope you're having a good 4th!.

Yup, took the kids to 4th of July Parade this morn and already hit the Fireworks Sunday. Looking like a Kid Night at Star Cinema watching "CARS" later. KIDS.......they sure have it made.

Hope you are having a Great 4th too.

B

[retailguy]

Yup, took the kids to 4th of July Parade this morn and already hit the Fireworks Sunday. Looking like a Kid Night at Star Cinema watching "CARS" later. KIDS.......they sure have it made.

Hope you are having a Great 4th too.

B

Fun. I get to be home, alone. My wife is putting on the local 4th celebration, and I just have to show up for the fireworks.... Lucky me, seriously.

[Bretsky]

Yup, took the kids to 4th of July Parade this morn and already hit the Fireworks Sunday. Looking like a Kid Night at Star Cinema watching "CARS" later. KIDS.......they sure have it made.

Hope you are having a Great 4th too.

B

Fun. I get to be home, alone. My wife is putting on the local 4th celebration, and I just have to show up for the fireworks.... Lucky me, seriously.

Sounds like wedding planning...........we just have to show up. At ours I got to pick one thing out, and that was what song the wedding party would march in to. Of course I selected an upbeat sports song to get a rise out of those there.

B