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Wisconsin Is the NFL Draft’s ‘O-Line U.’ Again
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Shishkabob
All Pro
I think the real question is, is this Wisconsin Oline better than the Texans?
OptimisticTexan
2024 / Rebuilding Block 4 After Playoffs / Texans
David Edwards has been on my list.
Oh man, could we give it a try for a game? I don't think they could do any worse.
Maybe O"Brien should scout the Wisconsin Badgers OL Coach, he's obviously a hell of a teacher at the position.
WolverineFan
Hall of Fame
Their OL is elite at run blocking but actually pretty poor at pass blocking.
Although it doesn't help that Hornibrook is downright awful.
Although it doesn't help that Hornibrook is downright awful.
David Edwards RT, and Beau Benzschauwel RG, could stay together and presumably make a great right side. I feel the same about Alabama's Jonah Williams LT and Ross Piercsbacher LG .... but as we know, Williams is going in the top 10. An absence of Williams might bring Mitch Hyatt of Clemson into consideration. All that being said, I would bet my house that most or all of this will not happen.
That would perfectly describe me. Once, about 35 years ago, I was listening to John Breen and Jerry Trupiano interviewing General Manager - Mike Holovak. He explained the importance of rebuilding the Oilers beginning with Munchak, Mathews, Salem, and Steinkuhler .... and I understood !
OptimisticTexan
2024 / Rebuilding Block 4 After Playoffs / Texans
I'm still on the LT, Mitch Hyatt bandwagon. Just another solid showing. No sacks allowed and the OL only gave up 1 TFL. This guy has been doing this for 4 years as a starting LT for Clemson. They could very well get another CFB Championship.
He's been the blindside protector for 3 QB's and will have played in 4 CFB Playoffs, 3 CFB Championship Games, and has 1 Championship and potentially another this season. That's a hell of a track record considering the talent this guy has faced year in and year out. I also like that he protected Watson for 2 seasons as well.
He's been the blindside protector for 3 QB's and will have played in 4 CFB Playoffs, 3 CFB Championship Games, and has 1 Championship and potentially another this season. That's a hell of a track record considering the talent this guy has faced year in and year out. I also like that he protected Watson for 2 seasons as well.
It takes a lot more than just the OL
Yet teams like the Steelers, Rams, Chiefs Saints,EaglesEagl... always seem to be in the running for championships.
Other than Luck coming back why do you think the Colts have improved so much this year?
Yet teams like the Steelers, Rams, Chiefs Saints,Eagles Etc... always seem to be in the running for championships.
Other than Luck coming back why do you think the Colts have improved so much this year?
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badboy
Hall of Fame
Yeah getting Cajuste (depending on leg injury) first round and Hyatt in round two would help a lot. I'm still mocking Scharping also. We could get a starting corner with our other pick in round two. This could work into better draft than I expected.
Mangler
Toro de España
Damn! Can they also call plays? Asking for a friend whose butthole is located on his chin...
OptimisticTexan
2024 / Rebuilding Block 4 After Playoffs / Texans
It's funny how Mitch Hyatt isn't getting much respect as a 4 year starting LT for one of the best teams in CFB. If analysts want to dump on this guy and his stock continues to fall.....I'd be ducking excited if he were still on the board late in RD3. The way some are talking, if the Texans could make a trade and somehow get a RD4 pick, he could be there for the taking.
He's somehow enjoyed nothing but success blocking on the blind-side for 4 years. He may not be the flashiest of LT's but he's getting the job done and doing it against the top talent in CFB. Texans could always ask Watson his opinion of Hyatt, being that he was the LT on their Championship team......and could be Lawrence's LT on this years Championship team.
YoungTexanFan
All Pro
I'm with Beerlover. I can't see Hyatt getting past the second. I think he's an end of the first or early second pick as it stands. I'm on board with him though.
Texansphan
Football connoisseur
Edwards has Texans written all over him.
Good to see you back man.
I love talking the draft and football in general with you.
YoungTexanFan
All Pro
I lurk, but I don't do nearly as heavy as scouting as I did back in the day. I'm also not a huge fan of the message board format we use now, but I still try to drop by and contribute every now and then. It's pretty awesome to see so many old familiar faces (names) contributing still though.
I dunno is Hyatt a better prospect than Rankin was coming out of college ?Doubt very much Hyatt gets out of the second round. Two offensive lineman, one being Hyatt in that second round makes lot of sense. Take BPA in first
I don't think Rankin had o many negative reviews
beerlover
Hall of Fame
Hyatt has clean injury slate with lots of high quality reps against top competition, ACC & SEC plus Alabama again for National Championship.
My inclination would be if drafted by Texans would become starting LT in short order, has familiarity with Watson already so don’t think 2nd rd selection out of question.
Like Rankin, especially his versatility, would compliment Hyatt more than compete directly for LT duties, maybe natural fit LG?
I like Hyatt but I think it will be asking too much of him to be a starting LT in the NFL as a rookie. From what I can tell he needs to improve his base strength.
beerlover
Hall of Fame
That is general consensus. Yet you still have to draft better O-Line and expect to develop them into your system in the NFL. I think all positions have steep learning curves, but I do like his footwork and natural athletic ability. But your right about hand placement and punch, some technique some strength he’ll be ok. Otherwise he’d be in first round.
OptimisticTexan
2024 / Rebuilding Block 4 After Playoffs / Texans
Whichever LT the Texans draft, I'd really like to sign a veteran FA LT to bridge the learning curve. I'm thinking long term to ensure the OL is set for the future.
YoungTexanFan
All Pro
I'm hoping for Hyatt in the second, letting us go BPA in the first. Preferably, that BPA is from either the OL or CB group. Those two groups will need a ton of attention this offseason.
OptimisticTexan
2024 / Rebuilding Block 4 After Playoffs / Texans
I took the initiative and researched the University of Wisconsin OL Coach and found the following information:
Name: Joe Rudolph
Age: 46
Born: Pennsylvania
Alma Mater: University of Wisconsin / OL / Team Captain
NFL: 1995-1997 / OG / Eagles and 49's
Coaching:
Graduate Assistant Ohio State
TE & ST Coach University of Pittsburgh
TE Coach Wisconsin
Associate HC/OC University of Pittsburgh
Interim HC/OC University of Pittsburgh
Associate HC / OC / OL University of Wisconsin
Just interviewed for Temple HC position
You know, this guy has a hell of a track record and it far exceeds the one Devlin had when OB hired him. It would only be a hope and prayer that a young coach like this even hit OB's radar as a possible replacement for the incompetent Devlin. Wisconsin has had solid OL and TE production, not to mention the success of putting well taught players into the NFL. Any chance this would have something to do with Joe Rudolph? This guy is well versed in 3 areas of need....OL, TE and OC. I don't know how a coach like this goes under the radar for so long. I think he could be a hell of a pick-up for the Texans.
Hey O'Brien!!!!!........You may need to take a look at this guy over your current guy!!!!
Where's the tie to OB? Do you really expect him to hire a guy he has NO ties with?