The Official 2010 NFL Draft Thread

[imscott72]

I bet the Pats take Bulaga..Matt Light is in the last year of his contract..They have a need..

[imscott72]

SI the Packers selecting Sergio Kindle. Is this a good pick?

Not bad at all..

Outstanding athlete who was named high school player of the year for both offense (as a running back) and defense, something that had never been done in modern history. He can rush the passer or drop into space. Was outstanding vs. Alabama in the BCS title game.

[Maxie the Taxi]

SI the Packers selecting Sergio Kindle. Is this a good pick?

Some say he's the best pass rusher in the draft.

[Tarlam!]

Is it just me or is this year going faster than normal? we're 2 hours into it, but we're already at pick 20.

[Maxie the Taxi]

Is Barry Sanders in the house? I thought I heard his name. Maybe it was Dion.

[swede]

In the PRMock Joemailman has Bulaga being picked by Cincy

[Rastak]

Texans take CB Kareem Jackson....Kyle Wilson still on the board...


Analysis
Release: Quick out of his stance; can put a move on corner if in press or flat-out fly by zone corners and safeties waiting for him at the second level.

Hands: Has small hands, but is a reliable receiver. Snatches the ball out of the air on high and wide throws, even in traffic. Uses his hands when facing the quarterback as well. Tracks the ball over either shoulder and can leap to make the catch if the pass is overthrown. Will drop one occasionally when trying to make a move before securing the ball.

Route running: Owns the foot quickness to be a two-way threat from the slot. Stops quickly and gets a good angle on inside routes. Hesitation on stop-go routes freezes defenders and allows him to explode past. Will be a major threat on crossing routes at the next level. Will need work on his hand play near the line as he will be challenged within the five-yard area. Good burst to the ball when it's in the air.

After the catch: Jitterbug on the edge on quick screens, using jump step to elude defenders. Also used on inside screens, where he can weave his way through traffic. Good body control to head upfield after making the catch toward the sideline. Tough runner for his size; will lower his head to get to first down marker (though he's not strong enough to bowl over linebackers). Vision with the ball is good, not great, will run into blockers. Good punt returner because of his hands and acceleration. Doesn't always make the first man miss, but will make teams pay for low punts and poor coverage with good speed and shifty hips in the open field.

Blocking: Willing inside blocker for the run who gets into his man's jersey. Gives good effort to sustain and has upper-body strength, but is too small to hang on for long against larger defenders. Resorts to cut block at times, but will get into the thigh of the defender to stop him from reaching the ballcarrier. Looks for someone to hit downfield to help teammates.

Intangibles: Stepped up into leadership role on offense, worked hard in the off-season to build bulk. Missed time with a right hamstring injury in 2009.

[channtheman]

Is it just me or is this year going faster than normal? we're 2 hours into it, but we're already at pick 20.

It seems much faster than normal to me too. I just remember that 6 hour first round a few years ago. That was just torture.

[swede]

Is it just me or is this year going faster than normal? we're 2 hours into it, but we're already at pick 20.

Lightnig, mostly due to picks 8-12

[imscott72]

Is it just me or is this year going faster than normal? we're 2 hours into it, but we're already at pick 20.

It's flying by yes..

[superfan]

Hi fellas,

Nothing like draft day - kind of a Rats posters reunion party.

I have not followed the prospects at all this year. Anybody care to give a brief breakdown on surprises this year, possibly take a few guesses at best first round pick for the Pack?

[imscott72]

Oh no, Broncos take Pats pick..They gonna take our guy?

[rbaloha1]

Is it just me or is this year going faster than normal? we're 2 hours into it, but we're already at pick 20.

yes. round 1 used to almost take 6 hrs.

claussen=rogers.

[Rastak]

What up Superfan?

[Rastak]

Oh no, Broncos take Pats pick..They gonna take our guy?

Tebow......