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

[digitaldean]

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.

Possibility. Especially if they trade Flynn

[Packgator]

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.

Or they keep both

[Guiness]

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.

Find anything for the Atlanta trade up in the first round?

I'd like to know how that worked out on the charts.

[imscott72]

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

Never thought I'd say this, but they should keep him. I thought he turned the corner last year.

[Packgator]

Find anything for the Atlanta trade up in the first round?

I'd like to know how that worked out on the charts.

Won't be able to answer that until we learn the draft positions of next years draft.

[vince]

Bush is fine as long as he only plays ST. He is a serious liability at corner, even in the slot where you can hide him somewhat. With the addition of House, hopefully we're one step closer to seeing that be the case.

[RashanGary]

Carter or McElroy

Or I'll throw a fit.

[imscott72]

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.

They're just sending a message to Akers. They could easily trade the 4th round K for future picks. They might lose some value, but could save a lot on Akers if he wants to stay in Philly.

[digitaldean]

DJ Williams TE, Arkansas
News & Updates
Apr 12
The NFP round breakdown II

Breaking down rounds 4-7 according to the NFP’s grading scale.

* Scouting Report

A thick, well-put-together athlete, but lacks the type of height you want to see at the tight end position; is more of an off the line Y/H-back tweener. Lines up all over the Arkansas offense and possesses above-average straight-line speed for the position. Has the ability to get into his routes quickly from a three-point stance, keeping his pad level down and accelerating off the line. Does a nice job using his big frame to go up and pluck the football. Exhibits strong hands and works hard after the catch. Uses his hands well in tight areas, has some shiftiness to his game and does a nice job getting into defenders and quickly slipping in order to generate some separation for himself when they want to get physical with him down the field.

Showcases good fluidity in the hips as a route runner, can cleanly open up out of his breaks and generate a burst for himself vs. man coverage on sharply breaking routes. At times gets a bit sloppy out of his breaks and will drift into his routes. Lacks great consistent body control as a route runner, will lose balance and not create as much separation as he's capable of at times. But is a good linear route runner where he can get up to speed quickly and simply try to run away from linebackers toward daylight and make plays down the seam.

Now, can block with natural leverage off the snap, does a nice job quickly getting his feet around and can seal bigger defenders from the play, but isn't going to drive NFL defensive linemen off the ball. Showcases some toughness and grit through the play and works hard to stay on blocks. However, isn't natural when asked to pull in the open field, struggles to consistently break down on contact and too often will whiff on defenders he's asked to lead. Does a much better job simply reaching defenders off his frame or releasing into the second level in the run game, where he does a much better job dropping his pad level and creating a slight surge on contact. Looks comfortable in blitz pick up, plays calmer, understands angles and can sit into his stance and move his feet through contact.

Impression: A good athlete who is a natural receiver, runs well, adjusts to the football and can pluck the throw. Lacks the size to be an ideal "on the line Y", but as a move tight end/ H-back option he will certainly be able to find a niche and add another element to an NFL offense.

[TennesseePackerBacker]

D.J. Williams, love it.

[imscott72]

TE DJ Williams from Arkansas..

[digitaldean]

D.J. Williams, love it.

Seeing him in the SEC, how does he rate??

[red]

the #2 TE in the draft. two guys i,ve seen him compared to. dustin keller and dallas clark

what a great draft so far

[digitaldean]

Obviously it'll take time before it can be truly rated. But this draft is, at first glance, looking awesome.

[Brandon494]

Another good pick, reminds me of Chris Cooley.