Cooper in panther blue tie?
Guess they did want Cooper over Warmack.
Hope they're right. Love that they addressed the guard position.
Lambs are going Austin! You guys are gonna eat Mitch's words about this kid
Meh. I think he will be a good #2 someday.
We will seeMeh. I think he will be a good #2 someday.
They did not talk Cards prior and now they are not talking Cards after.
Meh. I think he will be a good #2 someday.
Adub would have jacked that kid into the 1990's. Now it will be Goldson & Chancellor's job. He's going to get CRUSHED in the NFC West.
NFL network was all over this pick and gushing over it... spent alot if time on it!
they are prob taking austin, doubt we'll regret not taking him.Lambs are going Austin! You guys are gonna eat Mitch's words about this kid
Overall Football Traits
Production 1 2008: Redshirted 2009: 10 starts at LG. 2010: Started all 13 games at LG. 2011: Started all 13 games at LG. 2012: Started all 12 games at LG.
Height-Weight-Speed 3 On the shorter side with adequate length (33 inch arms). Well-proportioned frame with adequate bulk. Big hands (10.2). Possesses ideal straight line speed and agility for the position.
Durability 3 Missed three games with an ankle injury in 2009. Missed at least part of 2012 spring practices with a shoulder surgery.
Intangibles 2 Son of Velma and Michael Cooper. Three-year starter that won team's Spirit of Service Award (Community Service Award) in 2011. Capable of lining up at center.
1 = EXCEPTIONAL2 = ABOVE AVERAGE3 = AVERAGE4 = BELOW AVERAGE5 = MARGINAL
Offensive Guard Specific Traits
Pass Protection 1 Excellent athleticism and technically sound in this area. Gets into sets quickly and consistently is able to square up pass rushers. Doesn't having a jarring initial punch but possesses adequate power in the upper body. Light on his feet. Shows easy lateral movement skills to shuffle and mirror to stay in front of rushers. Very effective hand fighter.. Light in the rear end and can be initial rocked back by power moves. However, show ability to sink hips and dig feet into ground to recover and regain leverage.
Run Blocking 2 A technician in this area. Not a road grader and ideal fit is for a zone blocking scheme at the next level. Displays a very quick step and takes proper initial angles to consistent establish position. More than agile enough to execute reach and scoop blocks. Inline powerbase is adequate though and will have his hands full getting movement on more massive interior defenders. Pad level can rise upon contact at times. However, shows active feet upon contact and does a great job of maneuvering to lock on with blocks. Elite agility on the move when asked to pull or climb to the second level. Shows very good body control on the move to adjust and cover up targets at the second and third level.
Awareness 1 Displays very good overall FBI's. You can tell he does his homework and appears to have a strong grasp for protections and defensive fronts. Very good awareness in pass pro. Keeps head on swivel and recognizes defensive line twists/stunts/games etc. Consistently locates and identifies targets in the run game at all three levels. Has a thorough understanding for angles and flashes some savvy that you would normally see from an NFL veteran.
Toughness 2 Can continue to improve overall strength particularly in the lower half. Toughness is not an issue. Shows good fight at the point of attack. Looks to finish when given the opportunity. Flashes a mean streak. Will look to help out fellow offensive linemen and ear-hole rushers when no one shows in his area.