Originally posted by Krangthebrain
Cards select:
3. Arizona Cardinals-Tommie Harris - DT - Oklahoma
33. Arizona Cardinals-Jonathan “J.P.” Losman - QB - Tulane
64. Arizona Cardinals-Cedric Cobbs - RB - Arkansas
99. Arizona Cardinals-Ricardo Colclough - CB - Tusculum
130. Arizona Cardinals-Maurice Jones - ILB - South Florida
161. Arizona Cardinals-Chris Cooley - TE - Utah State
192. Arizona Cardinals-Marcell Allmond - CB - USC
Tommie Harris
War Room analysis
Harris, cousin of Lions offensive tackle Stockar McDougle and Eagles defensive end Jerome McDougle, has been a full-time starter since his first game as a true freshman in 2001. He didn't play up to his potential in 2002, but he has bounced back as a senior, playing played with a much more consistent effort. He is the nation's most gifted defensive tackle and could be the first player drafted in '04.
Harris bulked up in the offseason prior to '03 and is in the best shape of his life. He is athletic, powerful, quick and explosive. He has become better at occupying two blockers against the run when called upon to do so, but his strength is penetration. He shows exceptional initial quickness, a powerful upper body, burst through the line, good change of direction and instincts when tracking down the ball. He also has great closing speed in pursuit.
Harris' best fit in the NFL will be in a one-gap scheme where he can use his initial quickness, athleticism and nose for the ball to provide a constant disruption vs. the run and inside penetration on the pass rush.
Dan Pompei analysis
Is a better prospect than Dewayne Robertson, who was chosen fourth overall by the Jets last year.
Player evaluation:
J.P. Losman
War Room analysis
Strengths: Losman has adequate height and overall size. His arm strength is above average, and he shows good zip on the deep out route. He does a terrific job of throwing on the run. He can throw across his body and is an accurate passer when rolling out. He is a rhythm passer and can pick apart a defense when he is hot. A good athlete, Losman lacks exceptional top-end speed, but his speed is above average and he is a quick, elusive runner. He will buy lots of second chances with his feet and also is a threat to take run.
Weaknesses: Losman has had durability problems and missed time because of injury in 2001. His size is adequate, but not great. He might need to add bulk to his frame. He is a little bit lanky, with long arms and a little bit of a wind-up delivery. Losman is unpolished in his mechanics and progression reads. He must work on surveying the field in his drops and must do a better job of making pre-snap reads.
He spends a lot of time in the shotgun and needs experience taking snaps from center. He can be erratic and is somewhat of a streaky passer. His deep ball tends to hang in the air. He doesn't show great timing or the ability to consistently lead his receivers on crossing routes and slants.
Losman is a threat to run because of his quickness and elusiveness, but he doesn't have great straight-line speed and will struggle to run effectively in the NFL.
Bottom line: Losman graduated early from high school and spent the Spring 1999 semester at UCLA before opting for Tulane. He redshirted because of NCAA transfer regulations in '99 and backed up to Patrick Ramsey (Redskins) the next two seasons. Losman is among the most gifted quarterbacks in the '04 class. He has adequate size, excellent arm strength and is a better-than-average athlete. He had one season of starting experience before his senior season, but he made a strong impression by completing 57.4 percent of his passes for 2,468 yards and 19 touchdowns. Losman is somewhat inexperienced and definitely unpolished, but he has the physical tools of a first-round pick. He could be just that if he continues to develop.
Dan Pompei analysis
Took a beating this year without much talent around him. Had some bad games. Athletic, strong and tough. Very talented passer
