THE draft thread (2013 version)

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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1...fl-draft-class

Comment woodbuck27:

Check out FS TJ McDonald (Page 3); SS Matt Elam (page 4);
LB Kevin Minter (page 7); SS DJ Swearinger (page 9)
and FS Eric Reid (page 10).

We might end up with any of these prospects. SS Matt Elam is certainly being connected to us and as a possible first round pick.

TJ McDonald is an impressive athlete with a solid NFL bloodline - a playmaker. His father, Tim McDonald also attended USC and played 13 years in the National Football League.

What do you think of SS DJ Swearinger? He plays it tough.

Do you like any of these guys?

The Hardest Hitters in the 2013 NFL Draft Class

By Erik Frenz (AFC East Lead Writer) ... April 3, 2013

i really have a hard time believing that TT would draft a safety as short as matt elam (5'10 on a good day)

[Joemailman]

i really have a hard time believing that TT would draft a safety as short as matt elam (5'10 on a good day)

Not sure if the height would be a disqualifier. Collins was only 5-11. However, he seems a reach at #26.

[woodbuck27]

i really have a hard time believing that TT would draft a safety as short as matt elam (5'10 on a good day)

I'd be surprized also if SS Matt Elam is TT's pick ay #26.

'When in Rome do as .....'

With all the action that will go on with DL picks. That's where TT might best pick his BPA.

PACKERS !

[woodbuck27]

http://walterfootball.com/draft2013meetingsteams.php

2013 NFL Draft Prospect Meetings: Sorted by Team:

Green Bay Packers:

Ezekiel Ansah, DE, BYU (COM) *** #3 Ranked DE @ nfldraftscout.co (Typ.)

Le'Veon Bell, RB, Michigan State (INT) *** #9 Ranked RB

Travis Kelce, TE, Cincinnati (COM) *** #5 Ranked TE

Brendan Melanophy, DB, Fordham (PRO) *** #59 Ranked SS

Christine Michael, RB, Texas A&M (VINT) *** # 8 Ranked RB

Ryan Otten, TE, San Jose State (COM) *** #10 Ranked TE

Randy Richards, OL, Missouri State (PRO) *** #35 Ranked OG

Eric Rogers, WR, Cal Lutheran (PRO) *** #85 Ranked WR

Jared Smith, DL, New Hampshire (COM) *** #22 Ranked DT

Manti Te'o, ILB, Notre Dame (COM) *** #2 Ranked ILB

Derrick Washington, RB, Tuskegee (INT) *** #55 Ranked RB

Bjoern Werner, DE, Florida State (COM) *** #1 Ranked DE

LEGEND:

COM - Combine meeting.
INT - Interested.
VINT - Very Interested.
PRO - Pro Day meeting.

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packers may, or may not, be interested in David Quessenberry/ a LT that can play all 5 OL positions, and TE

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/04/06/versatile-offensive-lineman-catches-packers-eye/

[woodbuck27]

packers may, or may not, be interested in David Quessenberry/ a LT that can play all 5 OL positions, and TE

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...s-packers-eye/

If Ted Thompson really likes David Quessenberry he had better be a little less Ted Thompson and get it in gear. Ted Thompson is slow. Isn't that why he targets so many unknowns? Doesn't that take some of the pressure/heat off !?

Message to Ted Thompson:

You have to simply beat the clock Ted not reinvent it.

Any prospect that can play all 5 positions on the OL is as rare as hen's teeth. I'm very sure that David 'what's a quessenberry' Quessenberry. Has caught the attention of any GM that utilizes such a player on his roster.

GO TED GO !

[woodbuck27]

Comment woodbuck27:

I'm seeing draft prospects this year, with a lineage that includes fathers and other close relatives with NFL careers. One example is a top five ranked FS (nfldraftscout.com), TJ McDonald, USC. The son of Tim McDonald who attended USC and played 13 years in the NFL.

Sometimes, the apple falls 'far' from the tree.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/04/06/sons-of-joe-montana-cris-carter-hoping-for-nfl-shot/

Sons of Joe Montana, Cris Carter hoping for NFL shot.

Posted by Michael David Smith on April 6, 2013, 3:43 PM EDT

[RashanGary]

going back to the safety discussion. . . i like matt elam in the top 40 picks and im a big fan of rontez miles as a mid round type. I like playmakers at the safety position, so i downgrade a lot of the safeties in this draft, even tho there may be a lot of good ones. Im more concerned with fimding a great one.

[woodbuck27]

going back to the safety discussion. . . i like matt elam in the top 40 picks and im a big fan of rontez miles as a mid round type. I like playmakers at the safety position, so i downgrade a lot of the safeties in this draft, even tho there may be a lot of good ones. Im more concerned with fimding a great one.

As I see it here's the priorities when a team is building through the draft.

QB:

Aaron Rodgers ... Check.

DL/DT:

We have need there.

DE/OLB:

Getting down to real and rush end/OLB. We need to see if Nick Price is the acceptable compliment to Clay Matthews. Another solid DE/OLB is certainly good. It always comes down to value and that Vs a need priority.

Now I see more priority need on our DL. Ted Thompson keeps returning ILBers. Yet we might see a pick there. You never know with Ted Thompson. You simply need to watch the show and take it all in stride. Get real and don't be afraid to be the fan that has some vision/perspective based in your honest efforts to discern some truth.

WR:

Playmakers at WR. We've got three in James Jones, Jordy Nelson and Randall Cobb. Another one has to develop fast and should be picked in this draft.

DB:

Our CB's are decent but if there is a true value pick available TT has to jump on that CB.

For us right now it's a ballhawk at safety. A man that patrols/controls the mid field with a vengence. Morgan Burnett is developing but we need more at FS. I want to see a fearsome hitter drafted or otherwise...forget that...drafted to fill that role.

We need a SS that looks and hits like a SS. A player that can consistently and effectively tackle. I'm not seeing that SS on our roster yet. I'm sick of this silly willy type of SS that looks like he might star on some small College team; and 'no way' that translates to anything big in the NFL.

You don't pit a lightweight against a heavyweight in a championship bout. Your HC or DC/OC or 'any coach' ... isn't a 'miracle worker'.

GO PACKERS !

[woodbuck27]

http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/201874891.html

Mock drafts: Tyler Eifert (2X), Eddie Lacy (3X) still at the head of the pack[/B]

" Here's what Russ Lande of the National Football Post had to say about the Packers and Lacy:

The Packers have a number of holes that need to be filled, but they have struggled to control games with their rushing attack once they get a good lead. Lacy is not a premier running back prospect, but he is a strong and physical runner who can wear down defenses with his running style." Fr. LINK

GO PACKERS !

[woodbuck27]

http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/201722941.html

Draft Profile: TE (Ryan) Otten overcomes infection, sees Packers as fit

By Tyler Dunne of the Journal Sentinel ... April 5, 2013

Comment woodbuck27:

The Packers may decide to address positions such as S or DE early in this draft. Ryan Otten, Rice's Vance McDonald and Colorado's Nick Kasa are options in later rounds.

Ryan Otten would enjoy joining fellow San Jose State alum James Jones in Green Bay, a good match for him.

Quotes Fr. Ryan Otten:

“Absolutely. I feel the Green Bay offense is perfect for my game”

“I just feel with the way they like to spread people out and attack them, they line their tight ends up in a lot of different places, do a lot of different things and throw the ball a lot with Aaron Rodgers. I feel I could help that team a lot."

“Green Bay would probably be one of my top choices if I could pick anywhere.”

GO PACKERS !

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The Lions are apparently interested in Chance Warmack, a guard with the #5 pick! Go Loins!

[woodbuck27]

The Lions are apparently interested in Chance Warmack, a guard with the #5 pick! Go Loins!

Not a good year to have a top '10 -15' pick.

[woodbuck27]

Comment woodbuck27:

What do you make of this? Can anyone here try to get some acccurate time on this fella?

I don't have a stop watch or anything of the sort but 'one Mississippi - two Mississippi'.....three....four...

I'm getting around 4 Mississippi and faaauuhhh...... Is that 4.19 seconds?

http://www.foxsportsnorth.com/03/04/13/WR-Sinkfield-runs-blazing-419-40-yard-da/landing_gophers.html?blockID=873523

WR Terrell Sinkfield runs blazing 4.19 40-yard dash

Comment cont'd:

Maybe look at this 'prospect', or is that too complimentry?

Save Jarrett Bush (8 years) CAP Money $1.783 million$ - minus $405 K$. Maybe our next 'Gunner ! Work with him on kick returns and /or punt returns.

Here's more and Patler ...You'll enjoy this:

http://www.forbes.com/sites/prishe/2013/03/06/terrell-sinkfields-4-19-40-yard-dash-and-the-role-of-analytics-in-assessing-physical-cognitive-mental-abilities-of-aspiring-athletes/

3/06/2013 @ 1:09PM

Terrell Sinkfield's 4.19 40-Yard Dash and The Role of Analytics in Assessing Physical, Cognitive, Mental Abilities of Aspiring Athletes

By: Dr. Patrick Rishe

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[woodbuck27]

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000158605/article/nfc-north-draft-needs-manti-teo-could-solve-bears-lb-issues

NFC North draft needs

and:

Latest NFL.Com Mock Drafts

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000158165/article/kansas-city-chiefs-2013-firstround-mock-draft

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