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The one thing I like about the guy is that he wasn't the star and he performed. If the Packers go running back by committee as they should, he will fit right in. And whoever said we are talking ourselves into the next Barry Sanders can lick me where I pee. We are looking at his potential, this isn't the Vikings where we crown ourselves Super Bowl champs every preseason.
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HEY FU BUDDY :P I got nothing. Fill me in, Collins.Originally posted by GregJenningson 107.5 gamenight they just said taht Singletary or some coach I missed the name because I'm multitasking said Willis reminded him of Ray Lewis.
In your face Partial
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Vikings grab a CB......good move.....
Marcus McCauley
CB | (6'0", 203, 4.39) | FRESNO STATE
Scouts Grade: 87 Selected by: Minnesota Vikings
Round: 3
Pick (Overall): 8(72)
Strengths: Possesses an outstanding combination of size and speed. He is tall with adequate bulk. Aggressive cornerback that is capable of taking bigger wide receivers out of their routes with press coverage. He has outstanding burst and shows the ability to make up a lot of ground when the ball is in the air. He displays excellent balance and body control. Hips are fluid, especially for a taller cornerback. Does a good job of reading receivers' body language and of getting his arms up at the last second when covering downfield. He shows some willingness when filling versus the run.
Weaknesses: Still has room to improve his footwork. Will get turned around too easily by savvy route runner at times. Will bite occasionally on the play-action and must show more discipline. He lacks ideal ball skills and will drop some passes that should be intercepted. He gambles too much and will occasionally get caught taking false steps. He doesn't always get his head around quickly enough in coverage. Seems to take too long finding the ball over his shoulder. Lacks ideal ball skills. Can be inconsistent as a tackler in space and must learn to take better pursuit angles when chasing across the field. He is aggressive in coverage but he does not show the same aggressiveness when filling versus bigger ball carriers in run support.
Overall: McCauley sat out the 2002 season as a redshirt. In 2003, he appeared in all 14 games (one start) recording 11 total tackles, 0.5 tackle for loss, and two blocked kicks. McCauley played in all 12 games (10 starts) in 2004 and finished the season with 31 total tackles, three tackles for loss, one sack, three interceptions (one returned for a touchdown), and eight pass breakups. He started all 13 contests in 2005 registering 45 total tackles, two tackles for loss, one interception, seven pass breakups, and two forced fumbles. In 2006, McCauley started all 12 games, recording 56 total tackles, three tackles for loss, seven pass breakups, and two forced fumbles.
McCauley still has much room to grow in terms of his footwork, recognition and tackling skills. He outplayed Richard Marshall (Panthers' second-round pick last year) during the 2005 season but McCauley regressed as a senior in 2006. He got beat deep entirely too much and he seemed to mail it in emotionally down the stretch, especially after suffering a concussion versus Oregon State. With all that said, McCauley still possesses the physical tools of a premier NFL cover corner, including an exceptional combination of size, athletic ability and speed. McCauley should slip to the the second round, in which case he's worth the gamble as a risk-reward prospect with loads of upside.
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Hrm, not sold at that height I guess. 6'5" maybe.Originally posted by MadtownPacker"Once the people find they can vote themselves money, that will herald the end of the Republic.”
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Yeah I heard that! How the hell did Quinn fall to 20+. Nutzo!Originally posted by MerlinComment
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Maybe but they also signed a good OL this off season to along with Lewis who has a few years left in him.Originally posted by Lurker64"Once the people find they can vote themselves money, that will herald the end of the Republic.”
– Benjamin FranklinComment
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Don't think I've ever done that. Former or latter.Originally posted by MerlinComment
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Vikings got a little bit of a steal there. McCauley had end of the 1st to 2nd round value.
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I think the Vikes are having a nice little draft...Swede: My expertise in this area is extensive. The essential difference between a "battleship" and an "aircraft carrier" is that an aircraft carrier requires five direct hits to sink, but it takes only four direct hits to sink a battleship.Comment
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McCarthy and Thompson can't sob enough about how great Harrell is. The RB looks liek a perfect fit for the zone. TT got booed at Lambeau podium...
Vikes got Peterson...Lions got Johnosn..
Those are the highlights.Formerly known as JustinHarrell.Comment
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I think he is filming Home Alone 4.Originally posted by mngolf19Comment
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Sorry Ras but I think McCauley is junk.Formerly known as JustinHarrell.Comment
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We're a little over 20 minutes away from our next pick!Comment
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another Brandon Jackson video.
"you can forget about running back rotation in Lincoln. Number 32 has just taken charge..."more freedom, less government. Go Sarah!Comment
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I think the Delaware tight end is our next pick.Comment
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