Again,
We just aren't seeing the same thing I guess.
Becton's 40 doesn't translate to the LT position. Thomas, Wirfs, and Wills all had better combines IMO. But..... Tomato vs. tomato.
I would rank them (for the Cards):
Wirfs
Wills
Thomas
Becton
As prospects overall:
Thomas
Wirfs
Wills
<Insert huge grand canyon sized divide>
Becton
Jackson
Not judging Becton on his 40 LOL!
His 40 DOES show he isnt a fat bastard. He moved better than Thomas, just like the tape shows. 17% body fat at 365! He is a freak of nature. At #8, I want freaks of nature.
Wirfs had the best workout. If the Cardinals go OL this is my list:
1. Wirfs; natural RT. Elite athlete.
2. Becton; no LT candidate in over a decade has had his physical traits. Like
@Chopper0080 stated in another thread and provided examples, guys like Becton are not a sure thing, but they succeed more often than not.
3. Wills; again, RT which doesnt have to move. I like his tape a little bit less.
4. Thomas; slow feet on pass sets and extends too much, but a smart blocker who really blocks well at the second level. LONG arms. I think he could be an elite LG with his ability to get to the second level and block LBs and DBs.
All four are athletic and accomplished in their own rights, but physically Wirfs and Becton really stood out.
Dont be shocked to see Becton go first. Also dont be shocked to see Thomas be the FIFTH drafted tackle, as some teams really like Ezra Cleveland as well.