Official 2007 Live Draft Thread

[Rastak]

Scouts inc....26 & 27



26. Dallas Cowboys
Pick acquired from Philadelphia
The pick: Anthony Spencer, DE, Purdue
Scouts take: Dallas' reputation for taking defensive players continues with the selection of Spencer who capitalized on an impressive senior season by moving into the first round. Spencer is an explosive up-the-field player who has excellent initial quickness and closes well once he turns the corner so he should make an immediate impact rushing the passer. He's also big and tough enough to develop into an effective run stopper. However, this isn't a great pick. First off, Spencer isn't big enough to line up at defensive end in a 3-4 scheme and he may not be athletic to develop into an every-down outside linebacker. More importantly, the Cowboys have far more pressing needs.

27. New Orleans Saints
The pick: Robert Meachem, WR, Tennessee
Scouts take: Defensive tackle is the top need for the Saints and Alan Branch was still on the board. Linebacker is the second greatest need and David Harris was still on the board. Corner is the third greatest need and Chris Houston was still available. And didn't New Orleans find a pretty decent receiver on the second day of the draft last year? The point is the Saints should have addressed their needs on the defensive side of the ball before taking advantage of a deep receiver corps. At least they picked up a talented receiver. Meachem has the speed to stretch the field and open up the underneath routes for Marques Colston. He can also produce after the catch. However, Meachem isn't a great route runner and he needs to get more physical or corners will have some success

[BooHoo]

How much time do teams get in the second round?

[Lurker64]

I'm amazed that Greg Olsen is still on the board. You think because loud mouth Rosenhaus is his agent has somethin to do with it?

That, and NFL teams probably expect their TEs to be willing to block somebody.

[Rastak]

How much time do teams get in the second round?

I think it's 5 minutes....at least I hope so.....LOL

[imscott72]

How much time do teams get in the second round?

10 mins I believe...5 for every round after..

[HarveyWallbangers]

I don't want to take a FB high--unless it's somebody like Leonard who can also split with Morency at HB. That's real value there. I've read that Leonard is exceptional catching the ball, and over 200 receptions in college is hard to argue with.

[Charles Woodson]

How much time do teams get in the second round?

Lets hope not nearly as much as in the 1st

[RashanGary]

Good pick for dallas. I like Spencer a lot.

[Joemailman]

I like Leonard--mainly because he can be a platoon guy with Morency and a FB starter. Plus, the way he catches the ball is a good fit for Green Bay.

LeRon McClain is arguably a better receiver than Leonard. Nobody's heard of him, that's why I think TT might pick him. He will be the best FB out of this draft.

Do you have a bio on McClain? I can't fine too much on him..

Le’Ron McClain FB 6'1 256 Alabama 4.86
By: Robert Davis

McClain was not used as much of a rushing threat during his career, as he has just 37 carries in his career. He was utilized quite a bit as a receiver though. As a sophomore in 2004, he caught eight passes for 55 yards and three touchdowns. As a junior, he hauled in 18 balls for 140 yards and two touchdowns. In 2006, McClain had 19 receptions for 166 yards and three touchdowns.

McClain is a built like a tank. He isn’t really short, but he has a massive frame, topping 260 pounds. He is a load to bring down in short yardage situations because of his girth and power. As a blocker, he shows the ability to pick up a defender and seal off the hole for his RB. McClain’s best asset is his ability out of the backfield as a receiver. He shows soft hands and could provide quite a boost as a outlet receiver.

Although he is tough to bring down, he is not a great rushing threat. He lacks the speed and quickness to hit a hole, and in the NFL, will not be able to just steamroll defenders to pick up the yardage.

McClain is a solid fullback prospect. He doesn’t have very good agility or speed, but he is a load and has excellent hands out of the backfield. He’s only a day two prospect, but he could provide a role as a receiver and blocker in the NFL.

[RashanGary]

I don't want to take a FB high--unless it's somebody like Leonard who can also split with Morency at HB. That's real value there. I've read that Leonard is exceptional catching the ball, and over 200 receptions in college is hard to argue with.

I think stud STer, starting FB and 3rd down back is enough contribution for the 2nd round.

I don't think he has to take 1st or 2nd down RB snaps to be worth the pick.

[superfan]

greg olsen putting on a Bears hat -- looks like the bears will take him after the chargers pick.

[Rastak]

Bears per the NFLN have talked with Olsen and will pick him depending what San Diego does....

[RashanGary]

Just FB would bother me but that 3rd down position is like 20% of the snaps at RB and then he gets all the FB snaps and ST's too..

[imscott72]

I like Leonard--mainly because he can be a platoon guy with Morency and a FB starter. Plus, the way he catches the ball is a good fit for Green Bay.

LeRon McClain is arguably a better receiver than Leonard. Nobody's heard of him, that's why I think TT might pick him. He will be the best FB out of this draft.

Do you have a bio on McClain? I can't fine too much on him..

Le’Ron McClain FB 6'1 256 Alabama 4.86
By: Robert Davis

McClain was not used as much of a rushing threat during his career, as he has just 37 carries in his career. He was utilized quite a bit as a receiver though. As a sophomore in 2004, he caught eight passes for 55 yards and three touchdowns. As a junior, he hauled in 18 balls for 140 yards and two touchdowns. In 2006, McClain had 19 receptions for 166 yards and three touchdowns.

McClain is a built like a tank. He isn’t really short, but he has a massive frame, topping 260 pounds. He is a load to bring down in short yardage situations because of his girth and power. As a blocker, he shows the ability to pick up a defender and seal off the hole for his RB. McClain’s best asset is his ability out of the backfield as a receiver. He shows soft hands and could provide quite a boost as a outlet receiver.

Although he is tough to bring down, he is not a great rushing threat. He lacks the speed and quickness to hit a hole, and in the NFL, will not be able to just steamroll defenders to pick up the yardage.

McClain is a solid fullback prospect. He doesn’t have very good agility or speed, but he is a load and has excellent hands out of the backfield. He’s only a day two prospect, but he could provide a role as a receiver and blocker in the NFL.

Well just based on the bio's, I think Leonard brings more to the table. McClain might be had in the 3rd..

[green_bowl_packer]

Olsen's on the field and you know it's a pass play because he can't block worth a lick, then you put a hurtin' on Rex. Let them have him, no big loss.