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  1. Harry

    How I See the Draft

    For 40+ years I have been predicting Cardinal draft selections. My best year was with Rivals. Mike from our site was actually part of the press corps at the Cardinals’ headquarters. With the greatest of fortune I hit the first 3 picks. Mike said the room went wild as no one there did. I don’t...
  2. Harry

    RB Rumor

    Apparently the Cards are serious about Skattebo. However, a couple of other teams liked him too.
  3. Harry

    Considering a CB; really?

    Before Free Agency started I suggested the Cards consider Rasul Douglas. My reasoning is simple; he was the best ballhawk among the free agents. He’s still sitting out there and the Cards must be considering CB after inviting Samuel to town. Both those guys had a lousy 2024, but had enough...
  4. Harry

    2025 Potential Draft Pitfalls

    As I look at the upcoming draft I’m wondering what potential mistakes could the Cards make; a few spring to mind. The first is assuming the current acquisitions are sufficient to guarantee an winning pass rush. We saw the Eagles destroy the best team in the AFC with an overwhelming pass rush. If...
  5. Harry

    Can the Cards Afford to Compete?

    What’s the concern; isn’t there a salary cap? Supposedly the existence of the cap means less wealthy teams will be protected. However, more and more I’m hearing rumblings that the extremely wealthy teams intend to find ways to expand that cap. Creative avoidance has always been practiced...
  6. Harry

    Is the Combine Overrated?

    It started several years ago with QBs deciding not to throw. Then a few premier athletes actually held private workouts. The latter gave way to Pro Days. This year a significant number of the first round’s likely selection chose to go the Pro Days route. This makes things tricky as, for...
  7. Harry

    Backup QB Considerations

    I am fortunate to get to “chat” with some very knowledgeable talent evaluators. A recent topic should be of interest. I am one of a few people on the board who have suggested bringing in a veteran QB behind Murray. This would provide better injury insurance and perhaps some not so subtle...
  8. Harry

    Tricks of the Draft Trade

    As I’ve gotten older I’ve become inclined to share my draft tools more often. Maybe a few will be good enough to outlive me. One of my favorites is the way I use a spreadsheet to structure my big board for round one and sometimes round two on a deep draft. I don’t just enter names sequently...
  9. Harry

    How to Consider Combine Results

    With the Combine fast approaching I’m being asked about the value of various combine tests and their impact on the draft. Some are obvious. Overall the number one factor in drafting is age with younger players consistently being drafted earlier when Combine results & college performance are...
  10. Harry

    Cards Post Super Bowl Direction

    One of the biggest winners coming out of the Super Bowl was Josh Sweat. His 2.5 sack total eliminated any doubt he was the top Edge in Free Agency. With strong ties to Gannon there seems little doubt then Cards will aggressively pursue him. Assuming Gannon gives his blessing surely the Cards are...
  11. Harry

    Sharpening the Edges

    I’ve tried to pick the guys getting some buzz. I may be slightly prejudiced toward Umanmielen as I’ve seen him play often. UF struggled early, but once they got rolling it was guys like him who changed the direction of their season. The easiest criteria for picking impact sack guys is look for...
  12. Harry

    Colon

    CardsWire says SportsTrac is projecting a large contract for Colon. I didn’t check SportsTrac but I’m wondering how much they expect Colon to pay the Cards to re-sign him?
  13. Harry

    Detailed Review of Fast WR Draft Options

    A major personnel priority for the offseason is enhancing the WR group by adding speed. Since I also think the Cards have bigger needs early in the draft I have collected most of the fastest guys in one place. Others may show up at the combine or on Pro Days. Free Agency appears to lack quality...
  14. Harry

    Kiper’s Take on the Draft

    I always like to read him because whether you like him or not he has many informed connections. He has the Cards taking Tyler Booker, the Alabama guard. If you read the commentary he actually seems to indicate the Cards are likely to trade down if his prediction on the top is accurate. He...
  15. Harry

    Who Do You Trust?

    We old guys remember that being the name og Johnny Carson’s first network TV show. For me it’s the question I get about mock drafts every year. Most everyone has the top 7 in some order. Sorting the DLs is the biggest challenge. Since my buddy Dave Te, RIP, is no longer with us; here’s a few to...
  16. Harry

    Larry Guest has Died

    For those who wanted to know more about him, https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/01/12/larry-guest-longtime-orlando-sentinel-sports-columnist-dies-at-82/ Thank you for your concern. He will be missed. He always knew the inside story! Most reliable writer I ever had the privilege to know. RIP...
  17. Harry

    Cards Sign Canadian All Star

    Elliot Brown was just signed by the Cards. He was an Edge at Virginia. He couldn’t get a decent US opportunity, so he signed with the CFL. His first year was mostly adjustment, but in year 2 he exploded. Brown recorded 8 sacks and was named to the all star team. His CFL team didn’t even attempt...
  18. Harry

    Fallbacks To Fill Roster Holes

    I want the top free agents. I’ve run the numbers and it’s just barely possible. So assuming the Cards get outbid where are the longer shots who might be worth a chance even if it’s on one year make good contracts. I’ve already mentioned the guards. What about pass rushers? Malcom Koonce seemed...
  19. Harry

    Round 2 Decision

    I was asked if the Cards do go DT in round 1, do they need to trade up in round 2 to secure a needed Edge? If the Cards offer their fourth they could likely move to pick 42 or 43 from their 50 spot. If that’s not early enough their third would buy them the first or second pick in round 2. Of...
  20. Harry

    My Plan for the Offseason

    The Cards need a ballhawk. One of the most disheartening stats of 2024 was that Kelly Joseph of Detroit had as many interceptions as the entire Cards team. He had 9. Teams don’t win big with 9 team interceptions. Currently Williams is developing but is not there yet. The Cards other young CBs...
  21. Harry

    Available Guards

    Everyone is talking about Trey Smith. It’s possible KC tries to retain him. If they can agree to a deal they will likely have to move someone to clear cap space. One possible move is trading Joe Thuney. Though older he would be a good choice to allow Adams to develop further. Other older guards...
  22. Harry

    Predicting the Draft

    This is often a thankless task especially ahead of the Combine, All Star Games and Pro Days. These tests occasionally provide new options, but more often disqualify players. Turning to the Cards it is my belief they have 3 primary targets with their first 4 picks. Most of the focus should be...
  23. Harry

    Special Teams

    This was one of the best parts of the Cards’ season. Dallas was the first to return a scoring kickoff under the new system. They lost a great placekicker, but Ossenfort found what might become even a better one. Ryland was cool under pressure. His range may not yet have peaked. He should be...
  24. Harry

    Watershed Year for NFC West?

    Looking toward the offseason I threw out a request to some friends asking for names from NFC West teams they are hearing might be traded. Seattle is facing major cap issues and several said Metcalf. A couple felt the Rams would move on from Kupp. Finally, most shocking to me, a few believe the...
  25. Harry

    Outside Linebackers & Edges

    Edges for most evaluators can either be OLBs or DEs. I’ve covered the more traditional DEs, but understand OLBs are often moved up to the line in various formations. Some put their hand on the ground, others don’t. The advantage an off the line OLB has is they have no one in their face. They...

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