Official 2007 NFL Draft Thread

[SuperSpck]

Man that's not good. The Niners are closing the gap.
Soon the West will not be pushed around by the rest of the league.

 

[Big Deal]

F! 9ers are going to have a great LB core to go with their new and improved d backfield. That makes our pick that much more important!

 

[SuperSpck]

I said it 90 minutes ago: Brady Quinn to Buffalo.

Could be, but I've got to wonder, after seeing J.P. making an improvement (mildly, I still don't like the guy) this year, would they be so quick to bail?

 

[Assface]

Damn, SF got a really good player.

 

[PJ1]

Hate to say it but the niners may have improved their team more than anyone.

 

[BigOX]

Well that sucks balls for us. That is exactly who I did not want them to draft

 

[CardShark]

I said it 90 minutes ago: Brady Quinn to Buffalo.

I think he would struggle there in the weather conditions.

 

[Dr. Jones]

#12 - Buffalo Bills

Marshawn Lynch
RB | (5'11

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Scouts Grade: 93

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Strengths: An instinctive runner with a good combination of size and straight-line speed. He runs with good pad-level and can be a tough inside runner. Drives his legs and will consistently fall forward at the end of runs. Just as effective as an outside runner, showing the initial burst to take the corner. He's instinctive and displays good vision to find holes as a ball-carrier. His receiving skills have improved and he shows above average hands. Should develop into a big-play weapon as a receiver out of the backfield in the NFL. While he doesn't have ideal experience as a fulltime starter at the collegiate level, the positive spin is that he hasn't accrued too much mileage on his legs. He's an experienced pass blocker with the size and strength to be effective in that facet of the game.

Weaknesses: While he's fast through the line of scrimmage, he does not possess an elite second-gear to run away from defenders. He's also not overly elusive. A bit of a straight-line running type that won't make a lot of defenders miss in space. He doesn't always show good recognition skills as a pass blocker and he also lacks ideal savvy as a route runner at this point. There are some questions about his potential to carry the full load in the NFL, as he split carries throughout college career and missed a few games due to various injuries. There are also growing concerns regarding character issues following recent accusation of sexual assault.

Overall: Lynch played in all 12 games as a true freshman in 2004 while backing up J.J. Arrington. He carried 71 times for 628 yards (8.8 average) and eight touchdowns, and caught 19 passes for 147 yards and two more scores earning freshman All-American recognition. In 2005, Lynch started nine of the 10 contests he played in, missing all of the Illinois and New Mexico games, and most of the matchup with Washington because of finger and hand ailments. For the year, he gained 1,246 yards on 196 carries (6.4 average) and 10 touchdowns, and caught 15 passes for 125 yards, garnering an honorable mention All-Pac-10 selection (coaches). In 2006, Lynch started all 13 games and was named the Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year after carrying 223 times for 1,421 yards (6.1 average) and 11 touchdowns, and hauling in 34 passes for 328 yards and four more scores. Over the past three seasons, he has also returned 33 kickoffs for 744 yards (22.5 average). Lynch was accused of sexually assaulting his former girlfriend. She claimed she was choked, slapped and assaulted Dec. 13 in Oakland. No charges were filed but the woman did receive a restraining order. Lynch has shown flashes of brilliance and he displays the size and acceleration to become a homerun threat in the NFL. While he's not the shiftiest of backs, Lynch can pound it between the tackles just as effectively as he can turn the corner as an outside runner. He also displays lots of potential as a pass-catcher at the next level. However, while Lynch grades out on film as a mid-first round talent, he could slip a half-round or so due to durability and character concerns.

 

[Renz]

Lynch is a reach at #12.

 

[Scott MS]

Will the Lions get Brady Quinn in the 2nd round? Starting to looks like it could happen.

 

[Evil Ash]

Ted Ginn goes 9 and now Lynch goes 12 (supposedly he was expected to slip big time).

This draft is downright weird

 

[Assface]

Congrats to Buffalo for getting the best RB in the draft.

 

[Evil Ash]

Will the Lions get Brady Quinn in the 2nd round? Starting to looks like it could happen.

My guess is Quinn goes to the Panthers @ 14

 

[Scott MS]

My guess is Quinn goes to the Panthers @ 14

After thinking about it, I could see the Bears take him also.

 

[Dr. Jones]

#13 - St. Louis Rams

Adam Carriker
DE | (6'6", 296, 4.9) | NEBRASKA

Scouts Grade: 94

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Strengths: Possesses outstanding size and good quickness for his size. Is tall, well-built and powerful. Shows adequate initial quickness and good agility for such a bigger DE prospect. He plays with adequate leverage and shows the base to take on blocks versus the run. He possesses very good upper body strength and will jar offensive linemen with his initial punch. He does a great job of anchoring at the line of scrimmage when teams run at him. He takes solid angles in pursuit and has become a reliable wrap-up tackler in space. Also is a powerful hitter. Shows good instincts as a pass rusher. Displays a wide array of power moves and is relentless in pursuit. Not a speed-rusher type off the edge, but he is productive because as an interior penetrator thanks to his quickness, power, versatility and motor.

Weaknesses: Lacks ideal top-end speed. Does not show the speed or closing burst to consistently turn the corner as an edge rusher in the NFL. Doesn't have much value as an every-down defensive end in a 4-3 scheme. Is a power-end type that will only fit well as a DE in a 3-4 or as a rotating DE/DT in a 4-3. He must continue to improve his hand-usage in order to consistently disengage quicker. Gets cut a lot and needs to do a better job of protecting his lower body.

Overall: Carriker was redshirted in 2002. He played in nine games in 2003, missed three games with an ankle injury, and finished the year with three total tackles, one tackle for loss, and one sack. In 2004, he appeared in 10 games (eight starts), missed more time with an ankle injury, and recorded 36 total tackles, seven tackles for loss, and three sacks for the season. Carriker then started all 12 games in 2005 at "base" defensive end, made 43 total tackles, 17 tackles for loss, 9.5 sacks, and forced one fumble earning First Team All-Big 12 recognition from the Associated Press. Carriker started all 14 games in 2006 and finished with 52 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss, seven sacks, one interception and one blocked kick earning Associated Press All-Big 12 First Team honors for the second consecutive year. Carriker displays an impressive combination of size, agility and power. He came on strong during his final two seasons at Nebraska and he carried that momentum over into the postseason, where he impressed at the Senior Bowl, combine and Pro Day. While he lacks elite top-end speed to consistently turn the corner as a perimeter pass rusher in the NFL, Carriker should still be an effective pass rusher due to his relentless motor, instincts and quickness for his size. His versatility also helps his draft stock, as he can play inside in a 3-4 and outside in a 4-3. Because there is such a big market in the NFL right now for a player with his unique blend of skills, Carriker could easily become top-15 pick in April's draft.

MAY YOU BE CUT IN 3 YEARS!!!!!!!!

 

[Assface]

I wonder if they're going to play him at LDE or UT.

 

[SuperSpck]

Congrats to Buffalo for getting the best RB in the draft.

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Expand on this please?

 

[Assface]

SF and STL both improved their defenses with players I like. Unfortunately, I think both Carriker and Willis are going to be good picks. I don't think the NFCW is going to be a joke for much longer.

 

[Gambit]

Jets trade with Carolina to get Quinn?

 

[HoodieBets]

Trade Jets and Carolina, jets will take Revis

 

[Gambit]

Jets trade with Carolina to get Quinn?

Or now there are saying it's a corner?

 

[Assface]

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Expand on this please?

I think he's better than peterson. Lynch can do it all and is a shifty runner. Peterson has great speed, especially for his size, but I don't think he's all that great. AP is also injury prone. He couldn't stay healthy in college and he's going to get pounded in the black and blue division. I don't think AP will live up to his hype at all. Lynch, on the other hand, should have a very productive career.

 

[Slacker]

The Steelers were going to take Revis if Carolina didn't hence the trade

 

[SuperSpck]

I think he's better than peterson. Lynch can do it all and is a shifty runner. Peterson has great speed, especially for his size, but I don't think he's all that great. AP is also injury prone. He couldn't stay healthy in college and he's going to get pounded in the black and blue division. I don't think AP will live up to his hype at all. Lynch, on the other hand, should have a very productive career.

Time will tell, but I was really impressed with the body of work Peterson put together in college.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Carolina Trades this Pick to the NY Jets

#14 - NY Jets

Darrelle Revis
CB | (5'11

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Strengths: A tall, well-built cornerback with impressive athleticism for his size. He is instinctive and does a great job of reading opposing quarterbacks' eyes. Displays better than average ball skills. Shows toughness and aggressiveness in press coverage. Fills hard versus the run and has developed into a reliable open-field tackler. Also has value as a punt return specialist. Is sure-handed and displays very good vision and balance.

Weaknesses: Lacks elite quick-twitch athleticism. His hips are fluid but he doesn't display ideal lateral quickness. He will struggle to match-up one-on-one versus NFL's quicker and faster wide receivers. While he is elusive and shows some burst as a return man, he lacks a second-gear to consistently run away from defenders.

Overall: Revis played in all 12 games with 11 starts as a true freshman in 2004 recording 49 total tackles, 0.5 tackle for loss, two interceptions, 12 pass breakups, and one forced fumble to earn freshman All-American accolades. In 2005, he became a first team All-Big East performer after starting all 11 games and posting 41 total tackles, one tackle for loss, four interceptions, nine pass breakups, two fumble recoveries, and one blocked kick. Revis once again started all 12 contests in 2006 and registered 39 total tackles including four for loss, two inceptions (both returned for touchdowns), and four pass breakups garnering his second straight All-Big East first team selection. Over the course of the past three seasons, Revis has also returned 54 punts for 555 yards (10.3 average) and two touchdowns (79 and 73 yards). As a side note, he is the nephew of former NFL player and Pitt standout Sean Gilbert. Revis doesn't play as fast as his 40 time indicates and he will have trouble turning and running versus faster receivers in the NFL. While he is extremely smooth, he does not display elite quick-twitch athleticism. However, he is a fluid cover corner with very good size, natural instincts and toughness. He displays adequate man-to-man cover skills but we feel he's better suited to play in a zone-heavy defensive scheme. Adding to Revis' NFL value is his potential to make an impact as a punt return specialist. Revis projects as a mid-to-late first round selection in the underwhelming 2007 cornerback class.

Carolina moves to #25 and just raped the Jets!