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2012 Texans Talk Mock Draft

The Jacksonville Jaquars 2nd pick of the NFL draft is:

Alfonzo Dennard, CB Nebraska

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The Jags would've selected yet another DE had Mercilus still been sitting there. Since he was snatched up, the next 3 on the Jags board were DT Brandon Thompson, Alfonzo Dennard and WR Alshon Jeffery. As their GM I had to go with the player higher on my board at a need position. Alshon Jeffery was very close to being the selection though.
 
Dutchrudder said:
Thank you TexansSeminole! The Browns were hoping very much that you wouldn't pick our guy. The Browns addressed two needs with the first two picks in WR and OT, this pick will address the pass rushing need on the defensive side of the ball. With the 37th pick in the 2012 TexansTalk Mock Draft Extravaganza, the Cleveland Browns select:

Whitney Mercilus, DE out of Illinois!
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I was getting REALLY close to picking him for the Titans at #20...I think you got a steal in the 2nd.

Either that or I was getting ready for a colossal reach...either way...
 
HOU-TEX said:
The Jacksonville Jaquars 2nd pick of the NFL draft is:

Alfonzo Dennard, CB Nebraska

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The Jags would've selected yet another DE had Mercilus still been sitting there. Since he was snatched up, the next 3 on the Jags board were DT Brandon Thompson, Alfonzo Dennard and WR Alshon Jeffery. As their GM I had to go with the player higher on my board at a need position. Alshon Jeffery was very close to being the selection though.
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I think you got a real steal with this Husker. I think he'll be a much better pro than Amukumara.

Only two more Huskers to go this round.

Go Big Red!!
 
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2.42) Miami Dolphins - RMartin65 -

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Wolf6151 said:
I can't believe that dude was still available. In reality he probably goes in the top 20. Steal of the draft so far.
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If Merc wasn't there, I would have gone with Tannehill or Dennard. If Tannehill makes it to my 3rd round pick, then I will take him there for sure. I don't think he falls much further though. I'm liking this draft so far, I think Colt McCoy could have a great year with some more help around him. Will definitely target a WR and RB in late rounds.
 
Great job guys, keep it up. Seems to flowing a lot more smoothly compared to last year.

Will stay tuned in!
 
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2.40) Carolina Panthers - Timekiller -

2.41) Buffalo Bills - Texan4Ever -

2.42) Miami Dolphins - RMartin65 -

2.43) Seattle Seahawks - Ndevine7 -

How many of these guys are apart of the TT night shift?
 
With the 39th pick the Washington Redskins select:

Stephon Gilmore CB South Carolina

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I battled so hard with this pick.
I ended going with Gilmore because his BPA and after Hall and Wilson the redskins have no depth at Corner Back.
Has great upside and by not being thrown in the deep end as time to develop his skills.
Inconsistent but his best film show him as a round 1 talent.
 
With the 39th pick the Washington Redskins select:

Stephon Gilmore CB South Carolina

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I battled so hard with this pick.
I ended going with Gilmore because his BPA and after Hall and Wilson the redskins have no depth at Corner Back.
Has great upside and by not being thrown in the deep end as time to develop his skills.
Inconsistent but his best film show him as a round 1 talent.
 
Aussie! Ah you had to have put up your pick about 2 minutes after I closed my laptop for the night!!!

Couple good players left to choose from, I can't believe Worthy is here, IDK if I would've taken Poe 1st if I had any thought one of the top DTs would drop. Hell, I really considered going double on DT but I don't have a 3rd round pick and the needs across the D are pretty hefty. Crick, Chandler Jones, all the WR I could ask for, I think all would be a good fit here but I'm going aim for some secondary help before that talents drops off and the guy I want is still available:

2- Trumaine Johnson, CB/FS, Montana
6'2'' 205 lbs. 4.5-40

Another addition of athleticism, speed and plus size to a reforming defense. Played against weaker competition but his physical attributes and natural playmaking skill will be a welcomed addition. Plays press well with long arms to jam, good feel in zone, good tackler (with size suggesting he could move to safety if need be) good hands (recruited as WR) excellent physical measurables who will likely start if not play a significant role immediately in helping my team round out it's defense to support our budding superstar Cam Newton. If these 2 picks hit things could get real scary for Panther's opponents. Newton is enough to worry about, try to keep up with his scoring show while also battling a defensive unit that just got an infusion of size, speed and skill.
 
With the 41st pick in the 2012 NFL Mock Draft, the Buffalo Bills select...

Lavonte David, LB

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David gives the Bills another solid LB who can make tackles in space and rush the QB. A major upgrade of what they have right now; David will be able to step in as a rookie and make a significant impact.
 
T-Killer,

I like the fact that you're a risk taker Poe/Johnson have the ability to be game changers at their resective positions. If you hit on these guys (they have the ability) the Panthers could be in the running for a wildcard spot.

What I like about Johnsons potential, is that at best you have a highend CB. At worst you should have a highend/immediate starter at S.

Good pick
 
Next up: (I emailed him)

2.42) Miami Dolphins - RMartin65 -

2.43) Seattle Seahawks - Ndevine7 -

2.44) Kansas City Chiefs - Honoring Earl 34 -

2.45) Dallas Cowboys - SteelBTexan -

2.46) Philadelphia Eagles - Shaft75 -

2.47) New York Jets - kiwitexansfan -

2.48) New England Patriots - from Oakland - Beerlover -

2.49) San Diego Chargers - Srrono -

2.50) Chicago Bears - MistaRed -
 
I really love Johnson as a FS. I think he ends up as the best safety in this class. Excellent pick.
 
Recent developements have changed the direction of the Miami Dolphins mock. With the Fish considered to be front runners for Peyton Manning, the Dolphins no longer have a long term starter at the QB position (I perviously thought Flynn would be coming to Miami). The Miami Dolphins select Texas A&M QB Ryan Tannehill

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Tannehill is a raw prospect, but is a smart kid with a lot of talent, who should learn behind Manning for a year or two.
 
Just an hour ago, Ndevine7 sent me his top two:
My top two are
1) Ryan Tannehill
2)Jerel Worthy
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So, thank you for PM'ing your picks. With the 43rd pick in the draft, the Seattle Seahawks select:

Jerel Worthy, DT from Michigan State!

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At 6'3" 305 pounds, he's sure to help anchor the 4-3 d-line for the Hawks. Couple him with their 1st round pick Melvin Ingram DE, and they are building a tough front.

Next up:

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2.45) Dallas Cowboys - SteelBTexan -

2.46) Philadelphia Eagles - Shaft75 -

2.47) New York Jets - kiwitexansfan -

2.48) New England Patriots - from Oakland - Beerlover -

2.49) San Diego Chargers - Srrono -

2.50) Chicago Bears - MistaRed -
 
I'm not in love with this pick but he's a highly rated player at an extreme need . Without any more delay , the Chiefs of KC pick

Zebrie Sanders OT FSU .

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I never understood why Zebrie Sanders was so highly rated. He was the source of alot of my frustration last year, as he got his ass kicked far more often than it should have been. He either was playing very well or getting completely annihilated. If he can add some strength and consistency, he could be a good player.
 
TexansSeminole said:
I never understood why Zebrie Sanders was so highly rated. He was the source of alot of my frustration last year, as he got his ass kicked far more often than it should have been. He either was playing very well or getting completely annihilated. If he can add some strength and consistency, he could be a good player.
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The chiefs need a RT bad . I would have took Tannehil if he was there . The big guy from Washington was an option but there were other options .
 
With the 45th pick in the TT mock draft the Dallas Cowboys select Brandon Brooks OG Miami-Ohio.

Brooks is a monster, I first noticed him at the East/West Shrine game. He was the most dominant OL in that game. Although Brooks didn't get invited to the combine, he put up some of the best numbers of any prospect int this draft at his pro day.

Brooks #'s 6'4 1/2 346 LBS. 4.98 40, BP 36, vert 32, shuttle 4.58 3 cone 7.62.

One of Dallas main weaknesses was they couldn't run the ball on 3rd and short/late in the game. Brooks helps solve that problem. With Brooks at OG and Tyron Smith at OT running the ball shouldn't be a problem anymore. Brooks reminds me of Larry Allen the way he dominates the DT across from him.

PM'ed Shaft 75
 
I love Lavonte David. He will be great in that division because he is an option to compete with Gronkandez.

Are the Bills are 4-3 or 3-4, because he would be REALLY small for a 3-4 LB.

Ok, somebody pick the last of the Husker 3, and I'll be a happy kiwihuskersfan.
 
steelbtexan said:
T-Killer,

I like the fact that you're a risk taker Poe/Johnson have the ability to be game changers at their resective positions. If you hit on these guys (they have the ability) the Panthers could be in the running for a wildcard spot.

What I like about Johnsons potential, is that at best you have a highend CB. At worst you should have a highend/immediate starter at S.

Good pick
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I'm of the opinion that if you're selecting top 10, you need to get a guy that has an outstanding ability, be it football or physicality. Poe has bigger/stronger/faster written ALL over him and with some real NFL level coaching (not some podunk CUSA school) he could be a wrecking ball. I know it's a reach, I know it's a splash move but I feel like it's the right move because they need DL help and I got the biggest, baddest dude there is. Most polished? No but that's what I hired coaches for.

As for Johnson, I might've waited until round 3 to get him if I had one. But I don't. He's another small school, huge upside pick but if I'm the one making the calls (and I am) then that's who I want, huge upside guys. I'll get my lunch pail workers in the lunch pail rounds.

Frankly, if the Texans picked up T Johnson I would be ecstatic. I think he would round out the secondary in a big way.
 
TimeKiller said:
I'm of the opinion that if you're selecting top 10, you need to get a guy that has an outstanding ability, be it football or physicality. Poe has bigger/stronger/faster written ALL over him and with some real NFL level coaching (not some podunk CUSA school) he could be a wrecking ball. I know it's a reach, I know it's a splash move but I feel like it's the right move because they need DL help and I got the biggest, baddest dude there is. Most polished? No but that's what I hired coaches for.

As for Johnson, I might've waited until round 3 to get him if I had one. But I don't. He's another small school, huge upside pick but if I'm the one making the calls (and I am) then that's who I want, huge upside guys. I'll get my lunch pail workers in the lunch pail rounds.

Frankly, if the Texans picked up T Johnson I would be ecstatic. I think he would round out the secondary in a big way.
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This is why I'm warming to the idea of the Texans picking Hill. (If available)

I totally agree with using picks on players with high upside. If 3 0r four high upside guys a yr work out. Then it wont be too long bfore you will have a great team. The combine/pro days are really all about getting to know the players that have the most upside Character/Coachability. This is why I now have Dwight Jones as a late rd/FA type guy. Bad combine/turned people off in interviews.
 
With the 46th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles Select:

Harrison Smith S Notre Dame

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I've been trying to make this pick all day. Sorry for the hold up.

It's no secret that defense is the top priority for the Eagles in the 2012 draft. I flirted with going DT to OT to even QB, however Nate Allen was pretty bad at S last year and Harrison Smith will be a huge upgrade. I think he is a bit overshadowed by Mark Barron in a pretty bad draft for safeties. He's pretty instinctive, fast and has a nose for the football(90 tackles in 2011). I'm happy with locking up the 2nd rated safety in the 2012 draft class.
 
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On my phone so this will be short. Kiwi sent me his top two for the Jets. (thanks kiwi!)

The Jets select OLB Vinny Curry with their pick.

Beerlover and the Patsies are on the clock?
 
Shaft75 said:
With the 46th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles Select:

Harrison Smith S Notre Dame

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I've been trying to make this pick all day. Sorry for the hold up.

It's no secret that defense is the top priority for the Eagles in the 2012 draft. I flirted with going DT to OT to even QB, however Nate Allen was pretty bad at S last year and Harrison Smith will be a huge upgrade. I think he is a bit overshadowed by Mark Barron in a pretty bad draft for safeties. He's pretty instinctive, fast and has a nose for the football(90 tackles in 2011). I'm happy with locking up the 2nd rated safety in the 2012 draft class.
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He was one of the two guys I was looking at with my Jets pick.

I love his size too, big guy, great instincts, limited athlete but his smarts will put him in the right place at the right time.
 
Vinny Curry Scouting Report
By Charlie Campbell

Strengths:
Speed
Ability to force fumbles
Quick get off
Agility to move around tackles
Repertoire of moves
Shedding blocks when pass rushing
Versatility to rush from either side
Athletic
Can drop into coverage
Hard worker in weight room
Durable, experienced 3-year starter



Weaknesses:
Strength at the point of attack
Ability to stop a drive block
Shedding blocks in the ground game
Did not face many elite collegiate tackles

Summary: Curry has been the most consistent pass rushers in college football over the past two seasons. This season, the redshirt senior had 77 tackles with 22 tackles for a loss, 11 sacks, three blocked kicks and seven forced fumbles. In 2010, he had 12 sacks, 18 tackles for a loss and 94 tackles. For his career, Curry totaled 26.5 sacks with 49 tackles for a loss, 10 forced fumbles and 239 tackles. Curry's production didn't fall off despite seeing extra blockers sent his direction this year.

Curry is a dangerous edge rusher who commands a lot of blocking attention. He has a great get-off when the ball is snapped with a good combination of moves to beat offensive tackles. Curry has the agility to drop his hips and shoulder to get turned to the quarterback with the speed to close in an instant. In college, Curry was a prolific pass rusher.

Curry has improved his run defense as he has added weight. There were times when going against big offensive tackles that they were able to push Curry around. While he has gotten better, he does not look like a base end who will hold his ground at the point of attack. Curry does well in run defense when he can use his speed in pursuit.



Player Comparison: Cameron Wake. Curry is a similar edge rusher to Wake. They both have speed and moves coming from the outside. Like Wake, Curry can beat linemen with speed and shed blocks with good hand work. Projecting Curry to the NFL, I see a player similar to Wake.

NFL Matches: Green Bay, Pittsburgh, New England, Buffalo, Kansas City, San Diego, Arizona, Baltimore, Miami Curry could get consideration late in the first round, but is more likely to be a second-day pick. He would be quality value in the second round.

Curry would be a good fit in any 3-4 defense. He would be ideal complement as an edge rusher for Green Bay on the other side from Clay Matthews. Curry could be a quality understudy for the Steelers' James Harrison. For the Patriots, Bills and Chargers, Curry could make a quick impact, as all of those teams could use an upgrade for their edge rushers immediately.

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Safety and pass rush are needs for the Jets, Curry is just plain better than the S available.
 
steelbtexan said:
With the 45th pick in the TT mock draft the Dallas Cowboys select Brandon Brooks OG Miami-Ohio.

Brooks is a monster, I first noticed him at the East/West Shrine game. He was the most dominant OL in that game. Although Brooks didn't get invited to the combine, he put up some of the best numbers of any prospect int this draft at his pro day.
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Will be interested to see if you are right on Brooks. All the projections I have seen for him have him as about a 4th round guy.
 
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2.49) San Diego Chargers - Srrono -

2.50) Chicago Bears - MistaRed -

2.51) Philadelphia Eagles - from Arizona - Shaft75 -

2.52) Tennessee Titans - Señor Stan -

2.53) Cincinnati Bengals - Kaiser Toro -

2.54) Detroit Lions - Super Mario -

2.55) Atlanta Falcons - Wolf1561
 
kiwitexansfan said:
I love Lavonte David. He will be great in that division because he is an option to compete with Gronkandez.

Are the Bills are 4-3 or 3-4, because he would be REALLY small for a 3-4 LB.

Ok, somebody pick the last of the Husker 3, and I'll be a happy kiwihuskersfan.
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David is a solid all-around linebacker that projects better in a 4-3 system than a 3-4. Since the Bills hired Dave Wannstedt as their DC, I'm assuming that the Bills are going for a 4-3 defense. This is the reason I chose him (and I expect Upshaw to play DE but switching to rush linebacker at times depending on the situation).
 
kiwitexansfan said:
Will be interested to see if you are right on Brooks. All the projections I have seen for him have him as about a 4th round guy.
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Yeah, I do my homework and watch/read about the different prospects.

But after watching Brooks dominate in the East/West game then, test out with numbers that would've at the top of the list at the combine. I decided to trust my eyes/instinct and pick a guy that should be a 10 yr starter and provide immediate help.

The Larry Allen comparison is valid. Both were huge fast guys that were strong as bulls. They both went to small colleges and were picked in the 2nd rd. Although the projections were for Allen to be a late rd sleeper just like Brooks is this yr.
 
Just wanted to update you all on one of the new Browns:

Justin Blackmon widely was criticized when he chose not to run the 40-yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis because of a hamstring injury.

Blackmon’s decision placed more importance on Oklahoma State’s pro day, and he certainly did not disappoint scouts when he ran Friday.

NFL Network draft expert Mike Mayock reported Blackmon ran unofficial times of 4.48 and 4.49 seconds at his pro day, putting to rest any concern that he’d post a slow time in the 40. Blackmon is Mayock’s top-ranked wideout in April’s draft.

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch later reported, via Twitter, that Blackmon’s official 40 time was 4.46.
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http://blogs.nfl.com/2012/03/09/blackmon-posts-sub-4-50-40s-at-oklahoma-state-pro-day/?module=HP11_headline_stack

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Mohamed Sanu, WR Rutgers, 6-2 211 big hands 10 1/4" & long arms 33 1/2". More explosive in & out of breaks, quick rather than fast. Very good athlete with RB experience. Bellibeer addressing need, Brady needs a true #1 & he represents excellent value middle of 2nd rd. One of the strongest most developed WR's in this 2012 draft which should aid in his adjustment to the NFL physical toll in typically long Patriot season.
 
With the 49th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the San Deigo Chargers Select:

ALSHON JEFFERY WR, South Carolina

Got me reaching a bit thanks NE I have been eye balling Sanu for 5 picks. lol
 
MistaRed used a phone-a-friend for this pick and sent me his top 3 earlier today. Thanks for doing that MistaRed! Moving right along, the Chicago Bears enlist some more offensive help by using the 50th pick in the TexansTalk 2012 Mock Draft Extravaganza to select...

Orson Charles TE, Georgia

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Not sure if this would change MistaRed's mind, but check out this scouting report posted today:

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) – Former Georgia tight end Orson Charles is out of jail following an arrest on a drunken driving charge.

Athens-Clarke County police spokeswoman Hilda Sorrow says Charles was arrested at 3 a.m. Friday after he was stopped while driving in Athens. Sorrow says Charles failed parts of a field sobriety test and his blood alcohol level was .095, above the state's legal limit of .08.

Athens-Clarke County jail records show he was released on $1,750 bond.

Charles had 45 catches as a junior last season. He left Georgia to enter the NFL draft and has been projected to go high as the second round.

It was not immediately clear whether Charles had an attorney. He did not have a phone listing.

A passenger in the car with Charles was not identified.
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:D

http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/story/2012-03-09/orson-charles-dui-georgia/53437190/1

Shaft75 and the Philadelphia Eagles are on the clock!

2.51) Philadelphia Eagles - from Arizona - Shaft75 -

2.52) Tennessee Titans - Señor Stan -

2.53) Cincinnati Bengals - Kaiser Toro -

2.54) Detroit Lions - Super Mario -

2.55) Atlanta Falcons - OPEN -

2.56) Pittsburgh Steelers - Stingray -

2.57) Denver Broncos - JCTexan -

2.58) Houston Texans - Bah007 -

2.59) New Orleans Saints - RT22 -

2.60) Green Bay Packers - nytexan -

2.61) Baltimore Ravens - WolverineFan -

2.62) San Francisco 49ers - Rey -

2.63) New England Patriots - beerlover -

2.64) New York Giants - KMG 365 -
 
Now I am getting nervous. I have 15 selections until my next pick and I have a group of 8 at the top of my board. I am really hoping one of them is available when I pick. Help me out yall...don't draft them!!!
 
LOL, I'm prank calling draftees right now and saying this is Shaft75 with the Eagles and we didn't want you on our dream team biyatch!
 
With the 51st pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles Select:

Brock Osweiler, QB Arizona State

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Might as well swing for the fences when drafting for a potential starting QB. This kid has surprisingly good mobility, can see over any defense and can make all the throws with accuracy. He has great accuracy on short throws, which is a must for Philly's offense. I know his Pro Day hasn't happened yet, but I'm sure he'll be on other team's radars after a strong showing. He'll be our 3rd team QB for now, but it shouldn't take him long to supplant Edwards for the #2 spot. Good insurance for when Vick assuredly gets knocked out for the season.

Oh and BTW he's only like 6'8". We plan to use him deep on hail mary passes too.
 
Shaft75 said:
With the 51st pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles Select:

Brock Osweiler, QB Arizona State

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Might as well swing for the fences when drafting for a potential starting QB. This kid has surprisingly good mobility, can see over any defense and can make all the throws with accuracy. He has great accuracy on short throws, which is a must for Philly's offense. I know his Pro Day hasn't happened yet, but I'm sure he'll be on other team's radars after a strong showing. He'll be our 3rd team QB for now, but it shouldn't take him long to supplant Edwards for the #2 spot. Good insurance for when Vick assuredly gets knocked out for the season.
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I like this pick. Like him better than Tannehill & will tell you why, he is more scheme diverse where as Tannehill is scheme specific.
 
The Titans select Jared Crick DE Nebraska...just to satiate KiwiHusker...

Matthews and Munchak are not pleased as they wanted a big ugly OL at this spot.

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KT is up with the Bengals...PM sent
 
With the 53rd pick the Bengals take RB, David Wilson, Virginia Tech

I believe he is going to be a terrific back - balance, vision, patient, quick to the hole, good hands

My concerns are his fumbles and pass pro, which is why I felt he would drop to the 2nd.

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sorry guys, had a late night last night
 
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