Official 2008 NFL Draft Thread

[Pariah]

Good pick by SF. Willis will be more dangerous now.

Yup. Exactly what I was thinking.

 

[Timm Rosenbach]

Calais Campbell could make us the most talented young defense in the league. If we are going to invest in a defensive philosophy, then lets bring the heat. Take a shot at a couple of runningbacks tomorrow but lets go with the defense wins championships philosophy

 

[Assface]

Green Bay needs to get younger at CB. Do they take Flowers now?

 

[Pariah]

Green Bay needs to get younger at CB. Do they take Flowers now?

The Jets traded up. I think the value is at WR.

...but maybe they take a page from Cleveland and go QB? Brohm?

 

[Assface]

Calais Campbell could make us the most talented young defense in the league. If we are going to invest in a defensive philosophy, then lets bring the heat. Take a shot at a couple of runningbacks tomorrow but lets go with the defense wins championships philosophy

I don't think he's a good fit. We need a pass rushing OLB.

 

[WildBB]

GB may go Flowers here.

 

[Assface]

The Jets traded up. I think the value is at WR.

...but maybe they take a page from Cleveland and go QB? Brohm?

Holy crap, there's been a lot of trades. Brohm or Henne could be the pick.

 

[WildBB]

The Jets traded up. I think the value is at WR.

...but maybe they take a page from Cleveland and go QB? Brohm?

True. It's gonna be Brohm here.

 

[Assface]

Jets going TE Dustin Keller.

 

[O]

Good pick by SF. Willis will be more dangerous now.

I'm just glad the Whiners didn't take Connor. That scared me, paired with Willis.

 

[Dr. Jones]

# 30 - New York Jets
via the Green Bay Packers

Dustin Keller


TE | (6'2", 242, 4.549) | PURDUE
Scouts Grade: 87

Flags: (B: BULK/SIZE) Lacks size/bulk for position(D: DURABILITY) Player that can't stay healthy

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Strengths: Very athletic pass-catching weapon. Settles into soft spots when reads zone coverage and uses frame to shield defenders from the ball. Flashes the ability to make the tough catch in traffic and has the potential to develop into a productive red zone target. Lacks ideal explosiveness but changes directions well and runs adequate routes. He will generate yards after catch. Shows a second gear when tracking the ball downfield, knows when to turn back to look for passes and flashes the ability to work the seam. Gets adequate hand placement has a mean streak and flashes the ability to sustain blocks. Takes adequate angles to blocks and get into position at the second level. Has experience lining up wide, size can cause matchup problems for corners and is somewhat versatile.

Weaknesses: Is short, lacks ideal bulk for a tight end and can get muscled out of routes by linebackers and safeties. Footwork is inconsistent, takes some false steps and doesn't always get into good position. Doesn't deliver a powerful punch and isn't going to knock many defenders back. Isn't going to make many defenders miss, lacks breakaway speed and isn't much of a big-play threat after the catch. Missed 2005 games with a sprained ankle, played with a broken left hand in 2006 and durability is somewhat of a concern.

Overall: Keller reshirted his first year at Purdue (2003), moving from wide receiver to tight end before his freshman season. He appeared in 33 games (13 starts) in his first three seasons (2004-'06), hauling in 74 receptions for 1,001 yards (13.5 average) and nine touchdowns. As a senior, he hauled in 68 receptions for 881 yards (13.0 average) and seven touchdowns in 13 games (all starts). His receptions per game (5.2) and receiving yards per game (67.8) ranked fourth and fifth, respectively, among the country's tight ends in 2007. Keller missed one game in 2005 because of an ankle injury. Keller is undersized and he will never be a dominant drive blocker. He also will struggle to get off the line at times. However, this converted wide receiver is a playmaking threat in the passing game with the hands, athletic ability and versatility to develop into a quality contributor in the NFL. Teams that like to spread things out more offensively and have use for an H-back type should value Keller in the third round of the 2008 draft.

 

[dogpoo32]

Jets going TE Dustin Keller.

He's a witch!

 

[Pariah]

huh

 

[Pariah]

He's a witch!

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Burn 'im!

 

[WildBB]

I'm just glad the Whiners didn't take Connor. That scared me, paired with Willis.

Alot of people had them taking Groves too.

 

[Pariah]

Alot of people had them taking Groves too.

Still a possibility.

 

[Assface]

14 years in a row with a player from the U going in the first round.

 

[Dr. Jones]

# 31 - New York Giants

Kenny Phillips


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Scouts Grade: 86

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Strengths: Continues to add bulk to his frame while maintaining competitive speed for the position. Changes directions well, shows good burst out of cuts and is capable of matching up with slot receivers as well as tight ends in man coverage. Times jumps well, fights for the ball while it's in the air and can come down with jump balls. He fills hard when he reads run, closes well and looks to make the occasional kill shot when it's lined up. Flashes ability to read routes well, shows good range in zone coverage when he diagnoses the play on time and he has enough athleticism to cover the deep middle on those occasions. Vocal, gets teammates into position and is a leader on the field.

Weaknesses: Doesn't read keys all that well and takes too many false steps. Is undisciplined at times and compromises the defensive scheme as a result. Has the second gear to recover in most situations but can be overaggressive, is vulnerable to play action and gets caught out of position too much. Flashes the ability to deliver the big hit but he will back down from some challenges he's not certain he can win, as well. Lacks elite ball skills; a prospect with his natural ability should be more of a playmaker. Takes too long to shed blocks, occasionally avoids contact and is going to be more effective playing off the line than he'll be lining up in the box. Takes some poor angles to the ball, can overrun plays and should make more plays in pursuit. Durability is somewhat of a concern; missed the final three games of the 2006 season with a broken thumb and battled a lingering ankle injury in 2007.

Overall: Phillips started the final 11 games of his true freshman season in 2004 finishing with 88 tackles including 58 unassisted tackles and three tackles-for-loss. He also recorded an interception, a fumble recovery and four pass breakups that year. Phillips started the nine games he appeared in during the 2005 season finishing with 71 tackles including six tackles-for loss. He also recorded four interceptions and six pass breakups up that year. Phillips started the 11 games he played in during the 2007 season finishing with 82 total tackles including 54 unassisted tackles and six tackles-for-loss. He also recorded two interceptions, five pass breakups and three forced fumbles last year. Phillips took a step backwards as a junior and would have been better served by returning to school for his senior year. While part of his struggles can be chalked up to a lingering ankle injury that limited his range a bit, it still doesn't explain his inconsistent recognition skills and failure to play with the same passion on an every down-basis. If properly developed and motivated, Phillips can emerge as a versatile starting safety in the NFL. However, Phillips' ceiling is not nearly as high as some of the past great Hurricane safeties, which is why we tag him with a fringe first-round grade.

Phew.... Taking a break now. Be back shortly.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Alot Of Talent Still On The Board!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Shogun]

YES! The Streak continues. Go Miami!

 

[WildBB]

YES! The Streak continues. Go Miami!

What streak?

 

[Southpaw]

YES! The Streak continues. Go Miami!

Yee hah. The Streak. 14 years.

2 2nd rounders for sure.

Calais Campbell DE

Tavares Gooden OLB/ILB.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Shefter just put Boldin in the Recieva Diva's category.

He is now on my "Dead to me" list.

 

[mojorizen7]

Devin Thomas falls to the RAMS.
Gotta take him.

 

[TJ]

swing and a miss.....STL pick for that WR