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The good thing about winning games is that the team does well. The bad part, they drop further and further away from the players I want them to draft! Another W in the column and the Texans currently sit at the 26th pick.
1. In the past I have gone back and forth between DT Taamu and OG DeCastro. I finally had a chance to watch the two of them go at it via tape. They only had limited plays against each other, but each time they faced each other, DeCastro OWNED Taamu. DeCastro completely neutralized Taamu in a way I did not expect. DeCastro completely took Ta'amu out of the game. That tells me, that DeCastro is gonna go a lot higher than people think. In recent drafts quality interior lineman have gone high like the Pounceys at 18 and 15, and Mack at 21. I simply don't see DeCastro availlable in the mid to late 20's where the Texans (hopefully) pick. Currently I have DeCastro going to Philly at 15. Ta'amu, is not a slouch, but I have him going to the Jets at 20. So, both of them are gone and not options. So where do i go?
I have a feeling this may be an unpopular choice, and I get that. But, I also think its the right choice. He is a versatile DL for the Wade system. He could be a big 3-4 DE in the rotation with Watt and Smith or he could be a 3-4 NT in the rotation with Mitchell and Cody. He frequently fights off double teams and pushes forward to apply pressure. He has a large wingspan and covers a lot of space in the run game, yet is not a tub of unmovable goo. It may not be popular, but its my pick.
Devon Still, DE/NT, Penn State
2. If you have read any of my mocks this year, you know EXACTLY what I think of the Brisel. Its nothing personal, I just see him struggling too much for my taste. In a run dominated scheme where the pass is built off the running game, we need VERY good guards to keep Schaub clean. I think we need a guy who can blast holes in the opposing DL, make those key blocks on the second level, and be a strong pass blocker. I think we need to go to OL University to get him. Grab this guy and the offense immediately improves. I think he has the chops to start day 1.
Kevin Zeitler, G, Wisconsin
3. All positions in the NFL require a certain set of skills. For example, a WR MUST have good hands and be able to run routes. Thats the basics. To be a really good WR though, you need to have a way to separate from your defender. That can be with speed or with crafty moves. Walter is a good WR, but not really good because he lacks this ability to separate. He is a nice big target that would work a lot better as a #3 over the middle receiver or red zone target. Instead I use this pick to get a guy with a TON of upside. He is DOMINATING the Mid America and shredded the Connecticut and Illinois Defenses. He is exactly what we need as a #2 WR and I am proud to select him.
Jordan White, WR, Western Michigan
4. The 4th round is time for value. I take a guy who faced lesser competition but stood out very positively. He has size, speed, hands, tackling ability, and is a true ball hawk. He has the versatility to play any DB position. He immediately starts at ST and works on which DB position is best suited for him and the team. He is my super sleeper
Trumaine Johnson, DB/ST, Montana
5. The next pick is more depth. We need someone who can challenge Myers or at least provide some depth. Myers plays well against lighter athletic 4-3 lineman, but struggles with the big boy 3-4 NTs. Part of that is because Myers only weighs 290lbs. Asking a 290 lber to block someone who is 30-40lbs more is too much. So, how about draft someone who is a bit bigger, has good run blocking skills and solid pass blocking. Plus, my choice has versatility as a OG/C so he brings depth to multiple spots on the Oline. He has NFL bloodlines, as his brother is a running back in Minnesota. Thats right, cue up the Waynes World references .
Garth Gerhart, C/G, Arizona State
6. Vickers has been better, but if we dont go with a battering ram, Id rather have a more athetic FB. I like good bloodlines and his dad was the FB that blocked for some guy named Walter, in Chicago. In addition to being a solid blocker, he can also run the ball in short yardage, and sneak out of the backfield to catch passes.
Joe Suhey, FB, Penn State
7. With the 7th pick, I think its important to go after a known quantity. A wiley veteran that can teach the youngsters some tricks of the trade while still being able to make a big 3rd down catch is important. Thus, I make the following selection
Derrick Mason-WR
1. In the past I have gone back and forth between DT Taamu and OG DeCastro. I finally had a chance to watch the two of them go at it via tape. They only had limited plays against each other, but each time they faced each other, DeCastro OWNED Taamu. DeCastro completely neutralized Taamu in a way I did not expect. DeCastro completely took Ta'amu out of the game. That tells me, that DeCastro is gonna go a lot higher than people think. In recent drafts quality interior lineman have gone high like the Pounceys at 18 and 15, and Mack at 21. I simply don't see DeCastro availlable in the mid to late 20's where the Texans (hopefully) pick. Currently I have DeCastro going to Philly at 15. Ta'amu, is not a slouch, but I have him going to the Jets at 20. So, both of them are gone and not options. So where do i go?
I have a feeling this may be an unpopular choice, and I get that. But, I also think its the right choice. He is a versatile DL for the Wade system. He could be a big 3-4 DE in the rotation with Watt and Smith or he could be a 3-4 NT in the rotation with Mitchell and Cody. He frequently fights off double teams and pushes forward to apply pressure. He has a large wingspan and covers a lot of space in the run game, yet is not a tub of unmovable goo. It may not be popular, but its my pick.
Devon Still, DE/NT, Penn State
2. If you have read any of my mocks this year, you know EXACTLY what I think of the Brisel. Its nothing personal, I just see him struggling too much for my taste. In a run dominated scheme where the pass is built off the running game, we need VERY good guards to keep Schaub clean. I think we need a guy who can blast holes in the opposing DL, make those key blocks on the second level, and be a strong pass blocker. I think we need to go to OL University to get him. Grab this guy and the offense immediately improves. I think he has the chops to start day 1.
Kevin Zeitler, G, Wisconsin
3. All positions in the NFL require a certain set of skills. For example, a WR MUST have good hands and be able to run routes. Thats the basics. To be a really good WR though, you need to have a way to separate from your defender. That can be with speed or with crafty moves. Walter is a good WR, but not really good because he lacks this ability to separate. He is a nice big target that would work a lot better as a #3 over the middle receiver or red zone target. Instead I use this pick to get a guy with a TON of upside. He is DOMINATING the Mid America and shredded the Connecticut and Illinois Defenses. He is exactly what we need as a #2 WR and I am proud to select him.
Jordan White, WR, Western Michigan
4. The 4th round is time for value. I take a guy who faced lesser competition but stood out very positively. He has size, speed, hands, tackling ability, and is a true ball hawk. He has the versatility to play any DB position. He immediately starts at ST and works on which DB position is best suited for him and the team. He is my super sleeper
Trumaine Johnson, DB/ST, Montana
5. The next pick is more depth. We need someone who can challenge Myers or at least provide some depth. Myers plays well against lighter athletic 4-3 lineman, but struggles with the big boy 3-4 NTs. Part of that is because Myers only weighs 290lbs. Asking a 290 lber to block someone who is 30-40lbs more is too much. So, how about draft someone who is a bit bigger, has good run blocking skills and solid pass blocking. Plus, my choice has versatility as a OG/C so he brings depth to multiple spots on the Oline. He has NFL bloodlines, as his brother is a running back in Minnesota. Thats right, cue up the Waynes World references .
Garth Gerhart, C/G, Arizona State
6. Vickers has been better, but if we dont go with a battering ram, Id rather have a more athetic FB. I like good bloodlines and his dad was the FB that blocked for some guy named Walter, in Chicago. In addition to being a solid blocker, he can also run the ball in short yardage, and sneak out of the backfield to catch passes.
Joe Suhey, FB, Penn State
7. With the 7th pick, I think its important to go after a known quantity. A wiley veteran that can teach the youngsters some tricks of the trade while still being able to make a big 3rd down catch is important. Thus, I make the following selection
Derrick Mason-WR
