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NFL Draft 2010: Day 3

with their fifth pick, the Houston Texans select an accountant from the University of Phoenix On-Line

:backsout:
 
Now this guy must be Irish!

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here's some stuff on him

Talented cornerback who earned an postseason all-star invite to the 2010 East-West Shrine Game (was unable to participate in the game due to injury) ... Invited to the NFL's 2010 Scouting Combine in Indianapolis ... Has tremendous football instincts ... Possesses skills that "you can't coach" ... Positioned sixth (tied with Willie Lindsey) on NU's career interceptions list with nine ... Ranks third on NU's career pass breakups list with 30 ... Despite being hampered with leg injuries his senior season, played in 10 of 13 games and was named team's 2009 Defensive MVP ... An outstanding special teams player.


from another site...

McManis, a tall, well-built corner, displays a physical element to his game against the run. He shows a willingness to take on blocks and is more than just a cover man. Looking comfortable when asked to sit into his back-pedal, he displays good flexibility and bend for his size. But he has a tendency to open his hips too early in the pass game and lacks ideal footwork to remain balanced. Allowing his footwork to get too overextended, McManis frequently turns his back to the play to gather himself. Possesses good straight-line speed when asked to turn and attack the football. Displays the ability to get up to full speed quickly. Has a tendency to bite on an initial shimmy and doesn't consistently keep his feet under him. He needs to learn to be more patient in his drop. Possesses a good physical skill set, can close on the football and isn't afraid to tackle. But he will struggle in man coverage at the next level until he improves his instincts and learns to keep his feet under him.
 
Thorn said:
got a CB. Off to google. back in a minute. LOL
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NFLN
McManis was a productive, three-year starter for Northwestern. He has a good combination of size and strength but lacks elite athleticism for the position. He runs well but lacks great quickness in transition and lateral agility. McManis has solid instincts in zone coverage but can lose leverage when in man schemes. He is limited at times in opening his hips to turn and run deep with top receivers. He isn't an explosive athlete but shows range once he gets going. He is a willing run-support defender but isn't physical and misses too often in space. McManis has some tools to build on, with decent return skills, but he lacks talent to contribute much as a rookie.
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P-r-o-j-e-c-t
 
Mike Mayock, NFL Network
144 -- Texans -- Sherrick McManis

McManis is a three-year starter from Northwestern with average speed that may project him inside to free safety. He had nine career INTs and adds value in the kick return game. Houston needs depth on the back end of their defense, and McManis is versitle enough to answer several needs.
 
From NFL.com

McManis was a productive, three-year starter for Northwestern. He has a good combination of size and strength but lacks elite athleticism for the position. He runs well but lacks great quickness in transition and lateral agility. McManis has solid instincts in zone coverage but can lose leverage when in man schemes. He is limited at times in opening his hips to turn and run deep with top receivers. He isn't an explosive athlete but shows range once he gets going. He is a willing run-support defender but isn't physical and misses too often in space. McManis has some tools to build on, with decent return skills, but he lacks talent to contribute much as a rookie.


Some downside here.
 
Seems like a Texans fit. Intelligent, work ethic, physical.

Played all 4 years of college so has experience

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Overview
The all-state pick stayed home to play for the Wildcats, and four years later he leaves NU as one of the program's best ever cornerbacks. Garnering second-team All-Big Ten honors as a senior (37 tackles, five interceptions, seven pass breakups) cemented his status as one of the better senior cornerbacks in the country.

A four-year contributor, McManis started four games at NU as a true freshman and was a force on special teams. He returned kickoffs in his first two seasons, averaging 22.0 yards an attempt for his career. Earning the full-time starting corner spot in 2007, he made 75 tackles, 6.5 for loss, one interception and six pass breakups. He then popped onto scouts' radars with an honorable mention all-Big Ten season (65 tackles, interception, 13 pass breakups) as a junior.

McManis has the athleticism and aggressive nature to be an effective cornerback in a zone system at the next level. But the hamstring injury that caused him to leave the East-West Shrine Game early and leg injury forcing him to miss time in the 2009 season, in addition to his general lack of bulk, may cause durability concerns among scouts.

Analysis
Read & React: Zone corner, able to collapse on plays in front of him and read the quarterback to break on the ball. Does not watch receiver closely to identify runs, allowing himself to be taken out of the play.

Man Coverage: Plays some press-bail, rarely getting a hand on his receiver at the line. A bit rough coming out of his transition. Struggles to mirror on deep out routes. Has trouble staying with quick receivers downfield on double or hesitation moves. Good hands for the interception, can leap high or wide to bring in throws.

Zone Coverage: Smooth backpedal, can be a bit high but generally effective maintaining cushion. Not special coming back to the ball after opening his hips. Deal with rub routes well, identifies them and gets to new man quickly while keeping his eye in the backfield.

Closing/Recovery: Recovery speed is lacking, once beat it is hard for him to get back into the play against better quarterbacks and receivers. Has a burst and good hand-eye coordination when attacking short throws in front of him but too often has troubles finding the ball in the air when running downfield.

Run Support: Brings good effort against the run and quick screens on the edge. Receivers get a hold of him too easily outside, however, to keep him from supporting the run. Ducks his head when attacking plays, stopping the ballcarrier's progress from preventing him from wrapping effectively.

Tackling: Not contact-shy, likes to cut tackle and has the length to wrap up in the open field. Mostly a catch-and-drag tackler, though, without a lot of pop because of a lack of strength. Can be eluded or his arm tackles simply run through in space. Will get a shot on special teams because of his speed and length.

Intangibles: Quiet player off the field but willing to be mix it up and be vocal with his teammates. Intelligent player. Coaches love his athleticism and respect his work ethic.

Career Notes
Talented cornerback who earned an postseason all-star invite to the 2010 East-West Shrine Game (was unable to participate in the game due to injury) … Invited to the NFL's 2010 Scouting Combine in Indianapolis … Has tremendous football instincts … Possesses skills that "you can't coach" … Positioned sixth (tied with Willie Lindsey) on NU's career interceptions list with nine … Ranks third on NU's career pass breakups list with 30 … Despite being hampered with leg injuries his senior season, played in 10 of 13 games and was named team's 2009 Defensive MVP … An outstanding special teams player.
 
Maddict5 said:
Mike Mayock, NFL Network
144 -- Texans -- Sherrick McManis

McManis is a three-year starter from Northwestern with average speed that may project him inside to free safety. He had nine career INTs and adds value in the kick return game. Houston needs depth on the back end of their defense, and McManis is versitle enough to answer several needs.
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There's your free safety!
 
Maddict5 said:
Mike Mayock, NFL Network
144 -- Texans -- Sherrick McManis

McManis is a three-year starter from Northwestern with average speed that may project him inside to free safety. He had nine career INTs and adds value in the kick return game. Houston needs depth on the back end of their defense, and McManis is versitle enough to answer several needs.
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Mike Mayock and his practical knowledge:kitten:

How does he expect to compete with Mel Kiper's hair and love for Jimmy Clausen?
 
When the Texans were on the clock, my cell phone started ringing. I was hoping it was the Texans FO calling to inform me that I was drafted.

Sadly it wasn't!
 
Johnson to the Tacks....


well...he does bite on play fakes :D Andre will have a field day with the kid...


but i wanted him to be a Texan too...McManis is a potential FS though.
 
I actually like this pick quite a bit. Yes a bit of a project, but I think you convert this guy to FS and he might prove to be a quite capable back-up and spot starter and ST guy. He can also line up at CB if neccessary, although from all accounts is better in a zone style d as opposed to man.
 
LonerATO said:
Is Al Davis even drafting for the Raiders now and they just got Jason Campbell
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I really wanted Consentlessberger to go to Oakland and get destroyed behind that offensive line

The Raiders have been on fire this draft, so my boy Pistol Pete in Seattle may have won the draft
 
LonerATO said:
McClain on 610 was saying that Texans should have gone Robert Johnson
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McClain knew nothing about Robert Johnson until the Texans brought him in for a visit. In fact, he still knows nothing about Robert Johnson. Or anyone else, for that matter.
 
Lucky said:
McClain knew nothing about Robert Johnson until the Texans brought him in for a visit. In fact, he still knows nothing about Robert Johnson. Or anyone else, for that matter.
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Would you draft a guy that sold his soul to hell for some crazy good guitar picking?

Or I am thinking of the wrong Robert Johnson?
 
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