DAY THREE: OFFFICIAL DRAFT DAY THREAD FOR DA CHAMPS..GB PACKERS

[Badgerinmaine]

I didn't realize we literally had a pick just 2 picks later. Makes a lot more sense to make that trade.

Yup--the second pick in the round was a compensatory pick.

[gbgary]

think bush is finally gone or his st play will save him?

[Guiness]

Now have early picks in 5th and 6th.

Not AS early as you think. Broncos have already traded their first pick (#3) in each of those rounds.

We got #10 in the 5th (From 49ers through Broncos) and #21 (From Eagles through Lions and Broncos) in the 6th.

[red]

i wouldn't mind taking brandon burton with the next pick, give us two young cb's with potential

[digitaldean]

I really am liking this draft thus far. Would be nice to address D-Line at least for depth, but otherwise plenty of picks left.

[Badgerinmaine]

Which 7th?

From PackersNews.com: "Packers trade picks 129 (4th round) and 204 (7th round) to Broncos for pick 141 (5th round) and 186 (6th round)"
So the 7th the Packers sent to Denver was the earlier 7th round pick they had. They still have the 30th pick in the 7th round. One other thing I didn't know: The Packer' website says that compensatory draft picks cannot be traded, so that's part of why they traded the earlier 4th round pick.

[Packgator]

Not AS early as you think. Broncos have already traded their first pick (#3) in each of those rounds.

We got #10 in the 5th (From 49ers through Broncos) and #21 (From Eagles through Lions and Broncos) in the 6th.

Thanks. I was thinking/hoping they were Denvers original slots. Oh well.

[Guiness]

House - nice, a lot of people were calling for him.

[OS PA]

Davon House - From CBS Sports

Overview

The WAC has produced a cornerback in the top 100 picks in four of the past five drafts, including Kyle Wilson, the Boise State product picked in the first round of the 2010 draft by the Jets. Wilson's fellow cornerback on the all-conference first-team last season was House, a three-year starter from California who has scouts flocking to Las Cruces this fall.

House stepped in as a true freshman to play in all 12 games, starting several when injuries hurt the secondary, quickly letting WAC quarterbacks know it wasn't wise to throw to his side; he had 37 tackles, two for loss, intercepted four passes and eight breakups on the season. He put up similar numbers in 2008 despite being avoided regularly (40 tackles, two interceptions, six pass breakups), then really broke out with the all-conference performance, leading the WAC in interceptions (three) and breakups (13) while making 68 stops. House returned one of his picks for a touchdown and returned a fumble 38 yards for a score.

Comparisons between House and Wilson will play out throughout the draft process, but they are different players. House projects as a man press corner on the outside (though he could play zone) because of his height and speed. Wilson also stepped up at Senior Bowl practices, cementing his status as a top-40 prospect. If House runs as expected and performs well at an all-star game, teams will project him as a starter capable of shutting down NFL receivers.
Analysis

Read & React: Has adequate reaction time and instincts on the outside. Explodes into ballcarriers on outside runs but can also be a step late supporting against the run or stopping his pedal to get to receivers on stop routes. Maintains contact with his man on misdirection plays; can recover from double moves quickly. Very good hand-eye reaction time to pick off bobbled passes and knock away passes at the last second.

Man Coverage: His best asset, as he uses his size, speed and length to adeptly handle outside responsibilities in man coverage. Good backpedal and quick feet to wait until his man makes a move inside or outside. Runs with any receiver down the sideline and maintains contact to prevent separation. Tight coverage forces quarterbacks to often go in another direction or take a sack. Good ball skills; times his jumps well if quarterbacks test him deep and looks to return the ball as far as possible after making a pick.

Zone Coverage: Plays a lot of man coverage but shows promise as a productive NFL zone corner. Solid tackler who can plant and drive to stop receivers after the catch and support the run when playing off the line. Stays cognizant of the quarterback in the end zone, will come off his man to make a play on the ball. Must prove he has the discipline to come off receivers leaving his area so quarterbacks don't throw behind him into the vacated area.

Closing/Recovery: Closes on the ball very well whether it is in the air or he's bringing down receivers to prevent yards after catch. Is sometimes turned around by double moves or outside-in head fakes, but recovers quickly to get back into the play. Time his jumps well when going up for the ball. Needs to tighten up his steps when transitioning forward from his pedal.

Run Support: Looks the part of a physical corner who will get the job done in run support. Flashes the ability to stay low and square to wrap up elusive ballcarriers in the flat. Gets outside angle on receiver to force plays inside, and can rip off blocks with his long arms, but must have more consistent urgency to get to the ball. Will stand around piles instead of inserting himself.

Tackling: Effective as a wrap and cut tackler against receivers and running backs. Generally gets the thighs of ballcarriers on cut tackles to bring him them down. Willing to lower a shoulder to hit a back, even if it's a bit late. Impressive chasing to the opposite side of the field, using his speed and the angle to track them down before they reach the end zone. Also capable of chasing down running backs from behind if they get outside him to the sideline.

Intangibles: Coaches have no issues with his work ethic. Has gained bulk in the weight room during his time at NMSU. Did not play football until his junior year of high school, focused on baseball before that. Hasn't missed a game in his Aggies career.

[digitaldean]

Ricky Stanzi to the Chiefs.

[swede]

From PackersNews.com: "Packers trade picks 129 (4th round) and 204 (7th round) to Broncos for pick 141 (5th round) and 186 (6th round)"

I think TT might be a creampuff when it comes to draft day trades. He always seems to give up a bit more when trading up and accept a bit less when trading down with other teams on draft day. He more than makes up for it, though, with his productive record using his picks--no matter where they are.

[Tarlam!]

I'll take the pick. Gladly. THANKSTED!

[RashanGary]

Greg McElroy has a Packer feel to him. Solid athlete, decent arm, but savvy and composed on the field. Kind of a Flynn/Rodgers cross.

[Packgator]

I think TT might be a creampuff when it comes to draft day trades. He always seems to give up a bit more when trading up and accept a bit less when trading down with other teams on draft day. He more than makes up for it, though, with his productive record using his picks--no matter where they are.

Draft chart value wise.....this trade worked out in Packers favor. Gave up 53 points and got 66 points in return. At least that's what I read.

[digitaldean]

Per Andrew Brandt of NFP, Eagles look like their saying buh-bye to Akers. They picked a K at 4th round. According to Brandt they won't waive a guy with a $400K signing bonus for 4th round pick.