MadCards Cardinals 2018 Mock Draft v1.0

[Ohcrap75]

Running another one. Here's what I have so far.

YOUR PICKS
1: R1P15

QB BAKER MAYFIELD
OKLAHOMA
2: R2P15

CB CARLTON DAVIS
AUBURN
3: R3P15

C JAMES DANIELS
IOWA

Three of our biggest needs filled!

 

[DVontel]

3c) Leighton Vander Esch - ILB - Boise State

Love this guy. On my board i have him rated as the #2 ILB for the upcoming Draft. I have Tremaine Edmunds as #1.

Interesting. Over both RoQuan Smith & Rashaan Evans?

 

[LoyaltyisaCurse]

Don't be surprised to see Keim draft 6'7" 255lb, DE Marcus Davenport out of Texas San Antonio in the 2nd rd. He fits Keim philosophy to a T: immensely physically gifted, in need of development with huge potential upside and from a program that is not much on the radar.

 

[LoyaltyisaCurse]

Some people have him going fairly high in the 1st round, but I just don't see it.

 

[Chopper0080]

3c) Leighton Vander Esch - ILB - Boise State

Love this guy. On my board i have him rated as the #2 ILB for the upcoming Draft. I have Tremaine Edmunds as #1.

Edmonds is a beast

 

[oaken1]

Don't be surprised to see Keim draft 6'7" 255lb, DE Marcus Davenport out of Texas San Antonio in the 2nd rd. He fits Keim philosophy to a T: immensely physically gifted, in need of development with huge potential upside and from a program that is not much on the radar.

thats the guy they are calling the next CC at the senior bowl?

 

[Cards Czar]

Interesting. Over both RoQuan Smith & Rashaan Evans?

Good read on Vander Esch and Edmunds.

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft...ave-of-the-future-at-the-linebacker-position/

 

[BW52]

Nice mock.Seems like I have read several scouts question Chad Thomas `s dedication to football.I think NFL.com says he does not put in the work and doesn`t seem like football is a real priority with him.That would be a BIG RED FLAG for me.After the Nkemdiche mistake i hope SK learnt from that screwup.

 

[Chopper0080]

Good read on Vander Esch and Edmunds.

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft...ave-of-the-future-at-the-linebacker-position/

If we wanted to get ANOTHER LB in round 1, there are some good options.

 

[Chopper0080]

thats the guy they are calling the next CC at the senior bowl?

More of a Demarcus Ware or Ezekial Ansah, though Ware was more polished coming out.

 

[moosehead]

More on Edmunds. One scout said he would only work in a 4-3

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap30...1&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=referral

 

[Mitch]

More on Edmunds. One scout said he would only work in a 4-3

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap30...1&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=referral

The article says that DT Maurice Hurst of Michigan only works for a 43 as a 3 technique. It doesn't say anything about Edmunds and the 43. The amazing thing about Edmunds is that he could play any of the 3 LB spots in the 43 or any of the 4 LB spots in the 34. The Urlacher (in his younger more speedy days) comparison is legit, imo.

 

[moosehead]

The article says that DT Maurice Hurst of Michigan only works for a 43 as a 3 technique. It doesn't say anything about Edmunds and the 43.

You're right. My mistake. Sorry 'bout that

 

[Southpaw]

Nice mock.Seems like I have read several scouts question Chad Thomas `s dedication to football.I think NFL.com says he does not put in the work and doesn`t seem like football is a real priority with him.That would be a BIG RED FLAG for me.After the Nkemdiche mistake i hope SK learnt from that screwup.

I don't believe his skills as a music major ( Miami is a prestigious institution in the field of music ed) and accomplished producer,artist and pianist detract from his football acumen. Not exactly a dunderhead in pads.

 

[BW52]

I don't believe his skills as a music major ( Miami is a prestigious institution in the field of music ed) and accomplished producer,artist and pianist detract from his football acumen. Not exactly a dunderhead in pads.

Nobody said he was a dummy.What it says is that several scouts question his dedication and willingness to put in the work needed as a Pro.Nothing at all about how smart he is.

 

[Mitch]

You're right. My mistake. Sorry 'bout that

No problem, moosehead. You are making excellent contributions here. Keep them coming, pal!

 

[Ohcrap75]

Nobody said he was a dummy.What it says is that several scouts question his dedication and willingness to put in the work needed as a Pro.Nothing at all about how smart he is.

He made a comment alluding to having a backup plan if NFL doesn't work during his senior season. He has produced songs with Rick Ross and DJ Khaled. I think it was just honest answer to a question, but I can see why some may see it as a red flag. Definitely something that he will get grilled about during the combine. I hope he does focus on his football career because he has a ton of talent.

 

[Ohcrap75]

The article says that DT Maurice Hurst of Michigan only works for a 43 as a 3 technique. It doesn't say anything about Edmunds and the 43. The amazing thing about Edmunds is that he could play any of the 3 LB spots in the 43 or any of the 4 LB spots in the 34. The Urlacher (in his younger more speedy days) comparison is legit, imo.

His ability to rush the passer and ability to run with RB's in coverage at his size reminds me of Kahlil Mack in college. Mack was more refined, but Edmunds does things on the field that are pretty rare. Plus I believe he's still 19 years old!

Jamie Collins is another player that had very similar attributes coming out.

 

[Southpaw]

I like the LB out of Boise State.
Leighton Vander Esch.

He is bottom end of 1st, so far. If he slips to 2nd.......

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2018/profiles/leighton-vander%20esch?id=2560232

Fits the New England profile.

Draft Projection
Rounds 1-2
NFL Comparison
Karlos Dansby (early version)
Bottom Line
Vander Esch is a loose-hipped, instinctive linebacker who played in 2017 like he had a GPS tracker on the football. His production totals against both the run and pass are rare for being a first-year starter and with a frame that is primed for more muscle, his NFL ceiling is high. Vander Esch might benefit from a reduced role his rookie season while he improves his play strength and becomes more skilled at taking on blocks. He's an every-down linebacker with very good starting potential and the talent to fill up a stat sheet.