So anyone geared up to watch the draft tonight? As a long time Raiders fan, I wish I could say I am, but I'm not. We traded away our first round draft pick on an aging defensive end. Thus, we have no 1st round picks. I also think the Panthers are making a HUGE mistake if they pick Newston at #1. But we'll see. Not to mention this lockout bullshit makes it somewhat of a downer. Curious to hear arbitrary thoughts on this...
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ouch (referring to you being an Oakland fan). im a long-suffering jets fan, until the last few years its been pretty awful
and the Panthers are in a shitty situation...they can't trade down, since it's pretty stacked up top. plus the pts system for trading up is absurd...is the 1st pick really worth two #15 overall picks? hell no http://www.sportznutz.com/nfl/draft/draft_point_value_chart.htm
personally i think patrick peterson is worth it regardless of need...of course hes not a shutdown corner yet, but its only a matter of time. if you have to throw $13m/yr at a player for the 1st overall pick, he's the surest bet. "best cb prospect since champ bailey"
That points system is an interesting formula. What they may have to do however is figure out a way to increase or decrease the points assigned to position in the draft depending upon player grades. But I'm sure some team has a statistician designated to do that.
I don't think Newton will be a bust, I just think he needs time to develop. If you draft a guy at number 1, people want him to play immediately. Cam is NOT ready to play 7-10 games into the season. He needs a season to sit behind a veteran. You put a guy in early, and if he struggles, his confidence may take a hit. Then you've gotta work on physical and psychological development.
Patrick Peterson is the next Champ Bailey agreed. If it's possible, I'd try to sign that guy to a lifetime contract right outta the draft. lol.
I'm an Eagles fan and they will prob trade out of the first round which is boring for the fan
I personally think Cam is going to be a bust so it'll be interesting to see where he goes, did anyone see his interview where he couldn't give 1 play when asked by Jon Gruden, any Auburn play call, complete blank! WTF
I think the biggest wildcard player in the first round is Jimmy Smith, huge risk and huge upside potential
Eagles fan here as well. I appreciate the fact that building through the draft is incredibly important - just look at the Packers and then look at the Redskins. It's why we've remained so competitive over the last ten years, but for me, this offseason the move that really needs to be made is Asomugha in free agency. I know the fans of thirty other teams are thinking this as well, but right CB was a nightmare position for us all season, and Samuel + Asomugha would be as good a CB tandem as any in the league. We had plenty of space under the old salary cap so we could throw a couple dollars at him I'm sure.
Jimmy Smith is a pretty intriguing prospect as well - it's not like character issues have stopped us signing players in the recent future and apparently he has huge upside. I get the feeling that it'll be a safe pick, getting help for the defensive or offensive line.
Eagles just took Danny Watkins. I know nothing about this guy but it's strange that he's 26. Looks like they are not too confident in Winston Justice and they want to protect Vick.
Agree with not drafting Newton at #1. He lacks the smarts to run a pro offence; they should take AJ Green.
I'm excited to see where a few players from my favorite college teams go. I'm a Lions and Patriots fan as well so hopefully they pick well. I think Newton has a lot of potential, but there are so many questions surrounding him. It'll be interesting to see if the Panthers take him just a year after Clausen. I don't think any QB can succeed with the pieces they have on offense right now.
Anyone see the Gruden camp on ESPN where Cam Newton wouldn't even look at Gruden while talking. No way that guy is a leader in the NFL. Can't wait to see him washout.
LMAO. I felt so awkward watching that. Part of me was like, "geez this guy seems too confident." But you know what, players like Julius Peppers/Mario Williams/Demarcus Ware will knock that guy down a notch.
And yeah! Didn't they just draft Clausen? Let that guy develop before you draft another QB!
I'm a Lions fan, so I'm very excited for the draft and for the upcoming season. I'm looking forward to the playoffs, as well.
Cam Newton = JaMarcus Leaf
waiting for bill belichick to trade down and acquire the entire 3rd round five years from now
only slightly kidding, but sometimes I feel like Mel Kiper has the most pointless job in the world given how stupid some NFL teams really are
Totally agree on Mel Kiper's job being absolutely ridiculous... and I'm sure he very good money.
But to the draft I want to see if someone does something ridiculous Goddell...because of the lockout
Agree. He and McShay are horrible at their jobs. They and weather forecasters are the only ones i know that get paid no matter how accurate they are.
I literally could not care less about watching it. I will probably go through the draft pics tomorrow online but thats it.
Jake Locker over Gabbert. Just wow.
lol, my thoughts exactly. Lots of people have labelled him "VY 2.0", but he's nowhere near as good VY was in college. Irrespective, we've seen how good VY has been in the NFL.
As a Titans fan, I wanted Gabbert and was surprised they took Locker. Locker had a very underwhelming season, especially against top competition.
Ponder at #12 overall? really?
Man, if you play Atlanta this year, you better buckle your ass up. lol. I know they gave away alot for Julio, but damn. If I were a CB about to line up against White or Jones, I'm doing bench press on the sideline when defense is off the field. That chin strap better be on TIGHT!
Cam Newton 1st overall pick? http://www.hedgefundlive.com/blog/nfl-draft-cam-newton-1st-overall-pick
Blame Kipper for the Locker pick.
Ponder at 12 was a huge reach.
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