Official 2009 NFL Draft Thread

[Shogun]

I wonder when Glenn Dorsey is going to get dealt. He doesn't fit at all in KC.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Pick # 3 - Kansas City Chiefs

Tyson Jackson - DE - LSU

Analysis Positives: Versatile defender who operates as an end in LSU's base 4-3 alignment, but could also be moved inside as a 4-3 under (3-technique) tackle or as an end in the 3-4 alignment. ... Good team defender. ... Understands his containment responsibilities. ... Excellent size and strength to stack at the point of attack. ... Flashes the ability to shed blocks and make the play. ... Good initial quickness off the snap. ... Can pressure the tackle's outside shoulder and has the strength to push the blocker into the pocket toward the quarterback or use his hands to rip off the block. ... Gets his hands up in the passing lane. ... Good lateral quickness and hand technique to disengage from blocks and make the play. ... Hustles to chase ballcarriers downfield.

Negatives: Bit of a "tweener" for 4-3 teams. ... Lacks a great burst upfield, closing speed and the repertoire of pass-rush moves to be a dynamic outside pass rusher. ... Marginal speed to close. ... Does not change direction quickly in the backfield to prevent quarterbacks stepping up or getting yards with their feet.

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[Shogun]

LOL. I didn't think the Chiefs would have the balls to do it. They actually took Tyson.

 

[Billy Bob]

the Chiefs HAVE to choose Curry right???

I know Jackson is in the mix, but Clancy CAN'T pass on Curry right?

Nope

 

[anks106]

Reach, they will regret that one

 

[Dr. Jones]

LOL. I didn't think the Chiefs would have the balls to do it. They actually took Tyson.

That's an INSANE pick.

If they don't take him, he wouldn't have been in the top 10.

 

[AsUdUdE]

he had 4 sacks IN HIS CAREER...

I mean Curry had that, but he HARDLY ever actually rushed the QB...

I think the Chiefs are going to regret this pick for a LONG time...

IMO, horrible pick

 

[anks106]

he had 4 sacks IN HIS CAREER...

I mean Curry had that, but he HARDLY ever actually rushed the QB...

I think the Chiefs are going to regret this pick for a LONG time...

IMO, horrible pick

He had 18.5 in his career..

 

[Billy Bob]

this is strange I actualy heve time to go to the store before the cards pick and mow the lawn and wash the car and clean nthe garage and........

 

[Shogun]

This draft is going to be good.

 

[sportznutt]

I hope the Seahawks take Sanchez.

 

[anks106]

and the Seachickens improve .. more than the Chieffs..

 

[Dr. Jones]

Pick # 4 - Seattle Seahawks

Aaron Curry - OLB - Wake Forest

Analysis Positives: Strongly-built with long arms to keep himself off offensive linemen when playing against the run. Very smooth in pass drops, staying low in his backpedal and getting into depth at the proper angles. Good hands for the interception, and can break up passes using his hands or a big hit over the middle. Plays the nine-technique very well, ripping off the tackle's block and getting to the ballcarrier on inside and outside runs. Also closes on the ball quickly when playing in the stack. Able to shed blocks and go through backs on blitzes. Will pop the fullback and create a pile to stuff inside runs. Shows good awareness on misdirection, quickly diagnosing plays and affecting the success of the play. Gets a lot of attention from opponents on special teams because of his size, speed and aggressiveness in kick return coverage.

Negatives: A bit stiff in the upper body, he tends to succeed most in straight-line situations rather than changing directions quickly. Can get to the quarterback on the blitz but doesn't always make the play. Doesn't explode into tackles consistently, using his long arms to try and wrap up.

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[AsUdUdE]

He had 18.5 in his career..

ESPN was saying 4.. they were prolly talking about this year...

 

[Unsterblich856]

Chiefs completely bombed that pick, and bombed my mock draft.

 

[bg7brd]

I'm glad I got the pick right but sad that he's in our division.

 

[Billy Bob]

What color green is that, baby puke?

 

[Shogun]

Curry can do everything well, but he just isn't a great pass rusher like Ware and Merriman, which puts a dent in LB value in a draft. He's like Adalius Thomas.

That is A LOT of cash put in to Seattle's linebackers.

 

[azdad1978]

Wow Chiefs bit the bullet and went with Jackson. The seahawks got the better pick with Curry IMO.

 

[anks106]

Curry can do everything well, but he just isn't a great pass rusher like Ware and Merriman, which puts a dent in LB value in a draft. He's like Adalius Thomas.

That is A LOT of cash put in to Seattle's linebackers.

Yeah, and makes them a dangerous rangy playmaking group.. not what I wanted to see..

 

[BirdMan21]

Jets on the clock

 

[azdad1978]

Curry can do everything well, but he just isn't a great pass rusher like Ware and Merriman, which puts a dent in LB value in a draft. He's like Adalius Thomas.

That is A LOT of cash put in to Seattle's linebackers.

It seems like they're gearing up to slow us down and draft defensive players.

 

[Shogun]

Holy crap. This is surprising!

Sanchez to Jets probably.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Pick # 5 - Cleveland Browns
Traded to New York Jets!!!

Mark Sanchez - QB - USC

Analysis Positives: Ascending talent whose intangibles for the position are just as impressive as his physical tools. ... Cerebral. ... Reads defenses well and rarely throws into coverage. ... Goes through his progression quickly and takes what the defense gives him. ... Recognizes the blitz very well for a player of his experience and often targets the defenses' weak link when being blitzed. ... Good setup and a smooth, over-the-top delivery. ... Legitimate NFL arm strength. ... Capable of making every NFL throw, including the deep ball. ... Rather than relying on pure arm strength, Sanchez combines good velocity with rare anticipation, especially for a player of his limited experience. ... Consistently releases his passes before his receivers have even made their breaks, giving the defense little time to react. ... Distributes the ball all over the field. ... Good short-, medium-, and long-range accuracy. ... Consistently places his passes where only his receiver can get it and throws a very catchable ball. ... When healthy, showed very surprising mobility for his size. ... Can evade the pass rush and will scramble if the defense gives free yards. ... Rare accuracy on the rollout. ... Squares his shoulders and can fire the ball with consistency and accuracy. ... Team captain. ... Blue-collar work ethic.

Negatives: Only one season as the starter and leaves USC with just 16 career starts. ... Career record of 4-2 outside of the state of California. ... Undeniable tools, but isn't yet a finished product. ... Runs a bit hot and cold and has a tendency to score touchdowns in bunches. ... Characterized by those close to the program as a very cerebral player who makes the right read, but many of his touchdown passes went to receivers with five or more yards of separation between the next closest defender, opening up some questions if USC's dominant athletes and the team's aggressive play-calling helped him look even better. ... Suffered a dislocated left knee cap prior to the season opener and his mobility was limited.

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Dude.... The Jets LOVED this guy.

 

[anks106]

What do ya think they gave up? Redskins gotta be pissed right now..