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WR in the draft

Playoffs said:
More red flags re:Jeffrey
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How does this story on Jeffery's weight qualify as "more red flags"? It's the same story that's been out there all season.

Jeffery has been label overrated so much that he's become underrated. Nope, he wasn't deserving of a top 10 ranking. But look back to the 2010 season where he was dominant vs teams like Alabama and Auburn. Jeffery made plays downfield. In 3 seasons, Jeffery had 9 plays of 50+ yards. In contrast, Notre Dame's Michael Floyd had 4 plays of 50+ yards over 4 seasons.

Is Jeffery's weight gain a concern? Yes. So are Floyd and Blackmon's DUIs. But based on talent, athletic ability, size and production, there's no way there is a round of the draft difference between the top 2 WRs and Jeffery.
 
I have never read a scouting report about Jeffery that didnt mention Mike Williams. Funny that a bust from years back could scar another players draft status so dramatically. That being said, I'd probably be upset if we drafted him in the first and thrilled if we got him anytime after then.
 
Yeah, the more I'm looking at it, I'm thinking the same thing on waiting til the 2nd round. What do people say about Kendall Wright though? I think he would be a steal at 26 too though.

However I'm reading more on Brian Quick and I'm not too sure this guy isn't the best option for our team.

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100005

I especially like the fact that he was a basketball guy. Seems like those guys work out well in the red zone.
 
Despite a 4.55 forty time at the Combine, ex-NFL scout Dave Razzano describes LSU WR Rueben Randle as a "vertical guy" who will stretch the field in the pros.
"Rueben Randle, he's more of a vertical guy even though he didn't run real good," said Razzano. "He plays fast. Boy, he's one guy that'll stretch a defense." Randle did redeem himself with forty times of 4.33 and 4.37 at LSU's Pro Day. We wouldn't be surprised if Randle was drafted much higher than anticipated. NFL teams covet vertical wideouts who create separation.

http://rotoworld.com/player/nfl/7468/rueben-randle
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NFL.com's Gil Brandt describes Wake Forest WR Chris Givens as "probably the best route runner" in the 2012 draft class.
Givens isn't particularly big or physical, but crisp routes can get a rookie on the field quickly in the NFL. Givens' unofficial forty times at the Combine were 4.37 and 4.40 at 5-foot-11, 198. He has drawn some Mike Wallace comparisons. On the pre-draft meetings circuit, Givens has visited the Jets and Rams.

http://rotoworld.com/player/nfl/7430/chris-givens
 
El Tejano said:
What do people say about Kendall Wright though?
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Im not opposed to the pick at all and we need a playmaker, but i'd be surprised if we drafted him. I dont think kubiak wants a reciever that small. Im looking more at guys like randle and hill.
 
Playoffs said:
Despite a 4.55 forty time at the Combine, ex-NFL scout Dave Razzano describes LSU WR Rueben Randle as a "vertical guy" who will stretch the field in the pros.
"Rueben Randle, he's more of a vertical guy even though he didn't run real good," said Razzano. "He plays fast. Boy, he's one guy that'll stretch a defense." Randle did redeem himself with forty times of 4.33 and 4.37 at LSU's Pro Day. We wouldn't be surprised if Randle was drafted much higher than anticipated. NFL teams covet vertical wideouts who create separation.

http://rotoworld.com/player/nfl/7468/rueben-randle
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Gil Brandt NFL.com Blog:

Rueben Randle, WR (6-3 1/8, 212) — Randall ran 4.43 and 4.45 40-yard dashes and a a 4.56 short shuttle, and posted a 31-inch vertical jump and a 10-1 broad. He caught about five passes before pulling his right hamstring on a dig route, but he looked very good in limited time.

http://blogs.nfl.com/2012/03/22/claiborne-shows-off-at-lsu-pro-day/

Also, note that all three guys at the LSU Pro-day ran quite faster than their time at the combine shows. It could have something to do with the track ????

The 31" vertical is far from attractive and his wingspan of 72" pales in comparison to Dale Moss' 79" plus or Brian Quick's 80" plus.

Also, Quick has a 34" vertical, while Moss has an outstanding 41"5
 
Cosell Talks: Blackmon or Floyd?
by Greg Cosell

The receiver position in the NFL has changed significantly in the last number of years. With the proliferation of multiple receiver sets and the alignment versatility of tight ends, the passing game has expanded considerably. More three-receiver personnel groupings, tight ends who can split wide and threaten all areas of the field, backs who can run vertical routes against overmatched linebackers - the NFL has evolved into a matchup league, deriving principally from passing concepts. This has enhanced the value of wide receivers...

...Blackmon, by all accounts, is the best receiver in this draft, maybe a top-five pick. Floyd seems to be the consensus second-best wide receiver, but in the eyes of most, not the equal of Blackmon.

I have watched numerous games of both receivers, dating back to 2010. Always keep in mind when evaluating receivers that college production is secondary to physical attributes. The objective is to transition the player to the NFL, and there are two (not the only two, of course) defining factors that must be acknowledged when making that projection. One is the sizeable difference in the hash marks between college and NFL football. In college, there is a defined wide side of the field; that accounts for many easy catches and yards, and says very little about the receiver’s skill set. The second factor is the lack of relative quality at the corner position in college football. It’s rarely discussed, but it must be recognized and conceded...


...Floyd vs. Blackmon: A fascinating and compelling study. Many will disagree, but I see Floyd as the more complete prospect. The film tells me he has more ability to line up on the outside and win one-on-one. Blackmon’s success will be more a function of scheme, and how he’s utilized in the context of a multi-dimensional passing offense.

these are excerpts, read the complete article: http://nflfilms.nfl.com/2012/04/17/cosell-talks-the-blackmonfloyd-declaration/
 
Greg Cosell:

Chris Givens, WR, Wake Forest: I’m struggling to understand why I don’t hear more about the Wake Forest wide receiver. He’s a little bigger, and just as explosive vertically as Kendall Wright. Just as importantly, Givens played to his speed on almost every snap. He showed dynamic acceleration on vertical routes, especially with free access off the line. He was both deceptively and explosively fast. He went from zero to 60 in a heartbeat. There were a couple of negatives, of course. He wasn’t as effective as an intermediate route runner; his explosive movement did not always translate to quickness in and out of breaks. The larger issue was his hands; at times he fought the ball and struggled to make routine catches. Based on my evaluation, I don’t feel Givens should make it out of the second round.
 
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Mid-Late Round Versions of Top 10 WRs:

J.Blackmon - Rishard Matthews;
K.Wright - AJ Jenkins;
B.Quick - Rico Wallace (D3);
M.Jones - Tim Benford
 
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