Official 2008 NFL Draft Thread

[Vermont Maverick]

I think Det definitely takes a RB now.I was hoping they would take Mayo.

Good Call Cbus. I was just going to post that.

 

[Zeno]

McKelvin is gone.

Just a hunch, we're picking DRC if he's available when we pick

God I hope not. Thats the one name thats been associated with the Cardinals that scares me the most. He's skinny, he played at a lower level and his numbers weren't as dominant as you'd think considering he was facing guys who probably won't be in the NFL. Workout numbers be damned, I want a guy who produced consistently against top level competition.

 

[Shane]

If on the board I bet we dont take DRC. I hope Im right.

 

[Southpaw]

Stewart.

 

[Mulli]

If in the board I bet we dont take DRC. I hope Im right.

Please be right!

 

[mojorizen7]

Do the Cards take best available at 16?
Personally i like Jonathan Stewart.

 

[Assface]

God I hope not. Thats the one name thats been associated with the Cardinals that scares me the most. He's skinny, he played at a lower level and his numbers weren't as dominant as you'd think considering he was facing guys who probably won't be in the NFL. Workout numbers be damned, I want a guy who produced consistently against top level competition.

It's hard to judge a college corner's production because that's the one position where the other team can just avoid a guy.

 

[Shane]

Damn I hope we get one of the two RB's I would take either one.

 

[mojorizen7]

Do the Cards take best available at 16?
Personally i like Jonathan Stewart.

Oh well.

 

[Mulli]

Stewart.

You like Stew, Wally? Car took him?

 

[Zeno]

I hate the Panthers, bastards

 

[Dr. Jones]

# 13 - Carolina Panthers

Jonathan Stewart


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Scouts Grade: 95

Flags: (D: DURABILITY) Player that can't stay healthy(I: INJURY) Coming off injury that may affect play

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Strengths: Is a compactly built back with excellent body control. Shifty and quick; he runs low to the ground and has good change-of-direction skills. Shows very good initial quickness and also displays a second-gear when he gets through the line of scrimmage. Has made significant strides in terms of vision and patience as a runner throughout his career. Displays reliable hands as a receiver. Gets up the field quickly after the catch and can be a huge weapon when he catches the ball on the run in space. Has size and strength to anchor (when in position) versus blitzing linebacker in pass pro. Displays excellent potential as a kick return specialist and was one of the nation's best when allowed to spend time in that facet of the game.

Weaknesses: Durability is a big concern. Has battled injuries throughout his career. Always seems to be nicked. Has limited experience carrying the full load. He's compactly built and strong, but he's not a power back. He doesn't look to initiate contact much and he will run out of bounds instead of lowering his shoulder for extra yards on occasion. He goes down a bit too easily at times, as well. Not overly physical as a blocker. Still has room to improve in terms of awareness as a pass blocker. Will take some poor angles and doesn't always appear to be confident in his assignment.

Overall: Even as a freshman reserve in 2005, Stewart was able to make his mark, scoring nine touchdowns on just 72 touches as a runner, receiver and kickoff returner. Despite injuries, he played 13 games in 2006 and ran for 981 yards and 10 TDs. He also had 20 receptions for 144 yards and another score. In 2007, his first season as Oregon's feature back, Stewart established new school single-season marks in rushing yards (1,722) and all-purpose yards (2,481), leading the Pac-10 in both categories. He finished his junior season with 13 total touchdowns, adding 145 receiving yards on 22 catches. In three seasons, he averaged 28.7 yards and scored two TDs on kickoff returns. Stewart has battled durability issues throughout his career, but he also has shown toughness playing through several injuries. If he can avoid the injury bug at the next level, Stewart has a chance to emerge as one of the premier playmakers at the running back position. He is a compact runner with an outstanding combination of quickness, vision, body control and open-field burst. He also brings versatility to the table with soft hands as a receiver and an outstanding collegiate resume returning kicks. Stewart should be one of the top-three running backs selected in the 2008 NFL draft  likely in the mid-to-late portion of the first round.

WOW!!

 

[Southpaw]

Told ya. Stewart to Carolina.

 

[Billy Bob]

Stewart is gone to Carolina

 

[Dr. Jones]

I am soooooo happy that Stewart is off the board.

 

[PACardsFan]

If Detroit takes Mendenhall, we need to go OL or trade down.

 

[Assface]

Panther's take Stewart. I really liked JS.

So....Mendenhall to Lions.

 

[Mulli]

Stewaert is gone to Carolina

Good I hate him.

 

[Cbus cardsfan]

Damn, Shogun was right. Stewart and RM are now going to be gone.

 

[Southpaw]

You like Stew, Wally? Car took him?

I said Stew to Carolina. They need offense.

 

[Shogun]

What do you know, Stewart was taken ahead of Mendenhall even WITH a toe injury! Stewart = best back of the class

I'm pissed that he's gone though.

 

[Cbus cardsfan]

DRC is our pick.

 

[Assface]

Brandon Albert to Bears, maybe.

 

[Phill11]

Sweet. Glad Stewart was just taken. Lets hope the Bears take Mendenhall.

Then we should TRADE DOWN...

 

[Zeno]

It's hard to judge a college corner's production because that's the one position where the other team can just avoid a guy.

The thing is from all I've read other teams didn't avoid him, OC's didn't game plan because of him. I'm just going by what I have read...I live in TN and I never saw one Tenn State game, I am sure not many(if any) here have either. Tenn State own alumni barely watch them. A collection of highlight reels doesn't do anything.