THE draft thread (2013 version)

[Rastak]

ABrandt
Barkevious's father is Hugh and brother is Hughtavious. Carry on.

Awesome

[pbmax]

Peter King predicts Cooper (or tips it) for cArds

[red]

Goose Island IPA

just rum and diet coke here

i'm trying to lose weight

[Rastak]

Cards snatch a guard......Johnathon Cooper


STRENGTHS: Cooper is a smooth, coordinated athlete with fluid footwork and outstanding balance, blocking well on the move and constantly getting to the second level. He is an extremely effortless mover with explosive quickness in tight quarters, and is just as effective moving to his left or right. While slighter shorter than scouts would prefer, Cooper has long arms and plays with a wide base, anchoring effectively. Standout high school wrestler who understands leverage and blocking angles. Flashes some nastiness and responds well to physical challenges. Has the quickness, balance and football intelligence to handle converting to center, should his future NFL employer need help at this position. His athleticism makes him ideally suited to a zone-blocking scheme. Durable. Four-year starter.
WEAKNESSES: Cooper lacks overpowering strength and can be pushed into the pocket by bigger, stronger defensive tackles when he allows his pad level to rise. Was prone to an occasional slipped block and/or needless penalty earlier in his career, though he showed much more consistency as a senior. Underwent shoulder surgery before his senior season, which will have to be checked out by team doctors.

COMPARES TO: Rodney Hudson, OC, Kansas City Chiefs -- Possessing the rare combination of balance, agility and durability that helped Hudson earn the Jacobs Blocking Trophy as a left guard back in 2010, Cooper ranks as one of 2013's safest prospects and a future Pro Bowl contender at whichever of the three interior line positions his future NFL team most needs help.

[red]

so, 4 o-lineman, and 3 edge rushers taken in first 7 picks

[Rastak]

OK, Bills take Nassib or try and trade back to get him later?

[RashanGary]

Hey Rastak, everyone. . . . . . Time for the NFCN to get better.

[Fritz]

Wow. They liked him better than Womack. To me, Womack is that plug-n-play guy you get every decade or so, like when you fleece Ron Wolf and get your quarterbackl from him and swap some picks, and while Ron's picking a bust of a DE, you're picking Steve Hutchinson.

Yes, I'm still bitter.

[red]

OK, Bills take Nassib or try and trade back to get him later?

theres your answer

trade down and pick him up in a bit

tavon austin going off the board

[Fritz]

Pass on the QB's! So the Pack can trade back!

[Rastak]

OK, my question is answered.....Rams move up for Austin I would guess (sorry Jets) and Bills grab Nassib mid round.


Edit: what Red said, he types faster.

[red]

Wow. They liked him better than Womack. To me, Womack is that plug-n-play guy you get every decade or so, like when you fleece Ron Wolf and get your quarterbackl from him and swap some picks, and while Ron's picking a bust of a DE, you're picking Steve Hutchinson.

Yes, I'm still bitter.

hey, i'm fine with it, just as long as warmack keeps falling all the way to 26

[pbmax]

Wow. They liked him better than Womack. To me, Womack is that plug-n-play guy you get every decade or so, like when you fleece Ron Wolf and get your quarterbackl from him and swap some picks, and while Ron's picking a bust of a DE, you're picking Steve Hutchinson.

Yes, I'm still bitter.

Talking heads have said Coper will be a more natural pass blocker.

[pbmax]

Jeff Darlington
The Rams felt they could sell the Bills on the trade because it would keep Tavon Austin out of the AFC East since Jets could take him at 9.

[red]

OK, my question is answered.....Rams move up for Austin I would guess (sorry Jets) and Bills grab Nassib mid round.


Edit: what Red said, he types faster.

i think the bills should try and trade back again

NO qb is worth a first rounder this year IMO

but the bills are nuts, and the coach has a history with him