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DRAFT PICKS
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| Rd |
Sel# |
Player |
Pos. |
School |
Jay's
ranking |
Jay's
draft value |
| 1 |
5 |
Mark
Sanchez |
QB |
Southern
Cal |
#1
QB |
Round
1 |
| 3 |
65 |
Shonn
Greene |
RB |
Iowa |
#6
RB |
Round
3 |
| 6 |
193 |
Matt
Slauson |
OG |
Nebraska |
NR |
7th/FA |
| FA |
---- |
Emanuel
Cook |
SS |
South
Carolina |
#9
SS |
Round
5 |
| FA |
---- |
Britt
Davis |
WR |
Northern
Illinois |
NR |
7th/FA |
| FA |
---- |
Keith
Fitzhugh |
SS |
Mississippi
State |
#5
SS |
Round
4 |
|
East
West Shrine Game |
Fitzhugh
had the best game of all the defensive backs in the game.
He played the run very well, was good in pursuit, had a pass
defense, and made a tackle on special teams. He has the
look of a solid NFL strong safety; he is a sure tackler who is
quick to the ball. |
|
Player
who will have a better NFL career than many drafted higher than
him. |
Fitzhugh
looked great in the East West Shrine Game. He was all over
the field against the run, against the pass and on special
teams. Fitzhugh will not be selected as high as I have him
rated, but he will come into a camp, impress his coaching staff
and make the team. He will start off on special teams, but
in time will be a valuable player on defense as well. |
| FA |
---- |
Ryan
McKee |
OT |
Southern
Mississippi |
NR |
Late
Round Value |
| FA |
---- |
Chris
Pizzotti |
QB |
Harvard |
NR |
7th/FA |
| FA |
---- |
Zach
Potter |
DE |
Nebraska |
NR |
Late
Round Value |
| FA |
---- |
Ty
Steinkuhler |
DT/DE |
Nebraska |
NR |
7th/FA |
|
C
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2009
COLLEGE DRAFT REPORT CARD
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by
Jay Goldberg
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The
Jets did most of their heavy lifting during free agency which
allowed them to make a move to grab my #1 quarterback in the
draft, Mark Sanchez. They also added one of my favorite
college street free agents safety Keith Fitzhugh.
DRAFT
PICKS
Sanchez
was my top rated quarterback in the draft. The reason is
personal preference. I like the smart, quietly-cocky (at
least initially), accurate quarterbacks over the big-arm, occasionally
mistake-prone quarterbacks. Sanchez is the type of
quarterback who may not win a lot of games he was suppose to
lose, but won't lose games he is suppose to win. When
you build a top team, Sanchez will ensure they make deep runs
in the playoffs and only lose when his team is
out-played. Stafford, the majority of other analysts
top-rated quarterback, for me represents the other type, the
one who can get an inferior team to the playoffs, but when he
is on a highly talented team, could potentially lose a game
with a bad throw and be beat by an inferior team derailing a
Super Bowl bound team.
While
I like Greene, I did have two running backs more highly-rated
than him on my board that were available at this spot.
Of those two, Andre Brown, drafted by the Giants, would have
been my pick to work along side Thomas Jones for now and Leon
Washington down the line. In my opinion, the difference
between Greene and Brown is that Brown would be capable of
carrying a team on his own if needed, while Greene would be a
back a team would be looking to upgrade if he was forced to
carry the full load.
The
Jets had Slauson rated a bit higher than I did. As a
guard, I would have grabbed Jamie Thomas at this spot.
However, I would have drafted wide receiver Tiquan Underwood
here. He was a very underrated receiver in the draft and
has terrific speed and athleticism.
COLLEGE
STREET FREE AGENTS
Cook
is a kid who is an undersized in-the-box safety who could
stick as a top special teams player since he is a very sure
tackler. Davis
is a receiver with a nice combination of size and speed,
albeit his speed is mainly straight-line. He could land
on the Jets' development squad. I
fully expect Keith Fitzhugh to make this team and immediately
become one of the Jets' best special team players.
However, his upside is much more than that. Leonard
better stay healthy because if Fitzhugh gets a chance to
showcase his skills in the base defense he may never leave the
field. He is a smart player who is always around the
ball and is much better in game situations than in workouts. McKee
is a very athletic tackle with quick feet who is the perfect
development squad candidate. This kid has a chance to be
a solid backup in time. Pizzotti
is a heady quarterback who could be a plus running opposing
teams' offenses in practice. Interestingly, while he
looked like he lacked mobility on film, he showed good
quickness and acceptable speed during workouts. He also
has a NFL arm. Look for him to land on the Jets'
development squad. Potter
has the frame to add bulk and play defensive end in a
3-4. He is another player who was made for development
squads. Steinkuler
is an undersized defensive tackle who showed surprising
athleticism and foot speed during workouts. Look for him
to either show he can transition to end in the Jets' 3-4
defense and make the team, or to be cut early in the process. |
For
chart below: red indicates workout number in top range at position in
draft
ARM-HAND
relative to position, for ranges see ranking pages for 2009 draft
LAST
NAME
at Combine |
FIRST
NAME |
SCHOOL |
HGT |
WGT |
ARM-
HAND |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT |
LONG |
3
CONE |
VERT |
BROAD |
| Sanchez |
Mark |
USC |
6'2.1" |
227 |
XL-XL |
- |
4.88 |
1.63 |
2.81 |
4.21 |
- |
7.06 |
32.5" |
9'8" |
| Greene |
Shonn |
Iowa |
5'10.4" |
227 |
M-S |
23 |
4.50 |
1.57 |
2.63 |
4.25 |
- |
7.10 |
39" |
10'6" |
| Slauson |
Matt |
Nebraska |
6'4.7" |
316 |
M-XL |
23 |
5.26 |
1.78 |
2.97 |
4.74 |
- |
7.41 |
34" |
9'2" |
| Cook |
Emanuel |
South
Carolina |
5'9.8" |
197 |
M-M |
18 |
4.57 |
1.56 |
2.65 |
4.42 |
- |
7.11 |
35" |
9'8" |
| Davis |
Britt |
Northern
Illinois |
6'2.5" |
210 |
- |
16 |
4.50 |
1.54 |
2.62 |
4.27 |
- |
7.24 |
33" |
10'5" |
| Fitzhugh |
Keith |
Mississippi
State |
5'10.2" |
210 |
- |
23 |
4.56 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| McKee |
Ryan |
Southern
Miss |
6'5.6" |
296 |
M-L |
- |
5.03 |
1.72 |
2.87 |
4.67 |
- |
7.50 |
31" |
- |
| Pizzotti |
Chris |
Harvard |
6'5.3" |
225 |
- |
- |
4.83 |
1.63 |
2.81 |
4.37 |
- |
7.01 |
32.5" |
9'2" |
| Potter |
Zach |
Nebraska |
6'6.6" |
279 |
S-L |
20 |
4.90 |
1.61 |
2.78 |
4.47 |
- |
7.28 |
31" |
9'2" |
| Steinkuhler |
Ty |
Nebraska |
6'3.6" |
283 |
- |
23 |
4.89 |
1.66 |
2.84 |
4.56 |
- |
7.38 |
31" |
9'3" |
2009 NEEDS PRIOR TO DRAFT AND FREE
AGENCY
Major need
Need
Upgrade possible
Depth/possible need
Not a need
| QB |
Favre no. Clemens no with
emphasis. Ratliff, maybe, but not now. He looked
very good in preseason. The Jets quarterback situation is
mess. |
| RB |
Thomas Jones led the AFC
in rushing yards and that was not a fluke. He is a solid
back who has mileage left on him. Washington is as good as
it gets as a change-of-pace, third-down back. Some want to
use him more but that would be a mistake. Brain Westbrook
he is not. Richardson is still a very effective fullback.
Chatman is an UFA, so adding depth via the draft is possible. |
| WR |
Many say the Jets need a
speed receiver. However, I like Clowney when he was
drafted by the Packers, a team too deep at receiver to give him
time to develop. I loved it when the Jets signed him to
their practice squad. I wrote watch him in camp last year
and he was the talk of camp (with Ratliff) until he got hurt.
Now I'll say that this year he carves out a significant role as
a speed receiver in the Jets offense. I also like the
tough, Kennan McCardell-like Cotchery and
do-a-little-of-everything Brad Smith. The player who keeps
getting it done, but it seems like you're pulling teeth to get
results is Coles. I would look to replace him now rather
than wait. I think he could be one of those players that
falls off abruptly. |
| TE |
Kellar is a stretch-the
field, bulked-up wide receiver playing tight end. He's a
keeper. Baker is underrated. He does everything
well, nothing great. Franks place on the roster could be
tied to Favre returning. |
| OL |
The Jets' line improved
significantly, but they still had some spotty play.
However, as a whole the line is solid. Bringing in some
young players to provide depth and push the starters is what
will most likely happen in the offseason. |
| DL |
Ellis, Jenkins, and
Coleman are a good 3-4 front. However, better depth is
needed. Especially since Jenkins wore down late in the year. |
| LB |
Inside Barton and Harris
were solid, but Barton is an UFA and may very well be on another
team next year. On the outside Thomas and Pace are okay
but replaceable (yes, even Pace). I firmly believe
Gholston will have a breakout year under new coach Ryan.
He should play the Suggs-role as a hybrid end/linebacker and get
double-difgit sacks. |
| DB |
The Jets have two studs
and two holes. Revis and Rhodes are the studs. The
Jets need a find a corner to play opposite Revis and a strong
safety to pair with Rhodes. Elam,. last year's
starting strong safety is an UFA and the Jets will probably let
him walk. None of the corners that played with Revis last
year are starting material. |
| ST |
Both Jets' kickers
(Nugent, Feely) are UFAs. They need to resign one of them.
The Jets need an upgrade at punter. I liked Hodges coming
out of college and thought he might finally get it together with
the Jets, but he was too inconsistent. Washington is a
terrific return man. |
2008
DRAFT PICKS
links go to
NFL.com website
| Rd |
Sel# |
Player |
Pos. |
Ht. |
Wt. |
School |
Jay's ranking |
Jay's draft value |
| 1 |
6 |
Vernon
Gholston |
DE/OLB |
6'3" |
266 |
Ohio State |
#1 DE |
Round 1 |
|
Player
who will have a better NFL career than many drafted higher
than him.
|
How
is a top five or ten pick making a list of under-valued
players? Because he will be that good. Gholston
should be Miami's pick at number one in the draft. He
will be a dominate pass rusher like recent defensive end to
outside 3-4 linebackers converts Ware and Merriman. |
| 1 |
30 |
Dustin
Keller |
TE |
6'2.1" |
242 |
Purdue |
#1 TE |
Round 2 |
| 4 |
113 |
Dwight
Lowery |
FS/CB |
5'11.1" |
201 |
San Jose St |
#8 FS |
Round 4/Round 5 |
| 5 |
162 |
Erik
Ainge |
QB |
6'5.4" |
225 |
Tennessee |
#9 QB |
Round 4/Round 5 |
| 6 |
171 |
Marcus
Henry |
WR |
6'4" |
210 |
Kansas |
|
Late Round Value |
| 7 |
211 |
Nate
Garner |
OT |
6'6.1" |
334 |
Arkansas |
|
Free Agent |
| FA |
|
Jehuu Caulcrick |
FB/RB |
6'0" |
254 |
Mich State |
|
Late Round
Value/Free Agent |
| FA |
|
Bryan Mattison |
DE/DT |
6'2.7" |
290 |
Iowa |
|
Late Round Value |
| FA |
|
Danny Woodhead |
RB/Ret |
5'7.5" |
198 |
Chadron St |
|
Late Round Value |
| FA |
|
Jonathan Zenon |
CB |
5'11.6" |
180 |
LSU |
|
Late Round Value |
|
The
Jets had a solid (B) draft made better by landing the most
dominate defensive player in the draft in Gholston. The
Jets' needs were minimized going into this draft by an active
and effective NFL free agent period.
DRAFT
PICKS
Gholston
was the best player in this draft. There, I said (wrote)
it! He will be a double-digit sack guy who defenses have
to game plan for and account for on every play. Even if
McAlister fell to them, I would have drafted this athletic
marvel.
As
a tight end, Keller is a bulked-up wide receiver. What
impresses me most about him is not his speed to get deep
(which he has), but his quickness and cutting ability.
He will have to be defended using zones or corners; safeties
and linebackers won't stand a chance. As far as blocking
goes, he is undersized, but very strong.
While
the Jets drafted Lowery as a corner, I believe his best NFL
position will be free safety. His speed and quickness
are only average at corner, but are fine at safety. One
reason why I like Lowery at free safety is that he plays the
ball very, very well. He had 13 interceptions in two
years at San Jose State. I happen to like his potential
at free safety better than the incumbent starter Elam.
Ainge
is an accurate rhythm passer. His long term potential is
as a backup. I guess he is on hand to pick up the pieces
in case the Jets dump the loser of the Pennington/Clemens
battle next year.
Henry
was a big play receiver for Kansas averaging almost 19 yards a
reception and catching 10 touchdown passes. However, his
speed and quickness to do project to him being a big-play
receiver in the NFL. But the game isn't played using
stop watches. Worst case, he should develop into a
reliable possession receiver.
Garner
is a big kid with good strength but limited athletic ability.
I'm not sure if he'll show enough to be kept on the practice
squad, although he is such a big kid you'd think the Jets
would give him some time.
COLLEGE
STREET FREE AGENTS
Caulcrick
is a fullback who would prefer to be a running back. To
make it in the NFL, he will have to embrace the fullback
position and become a better blocker. If he does, he
just may get some goal line carries and touchdowns.
Mattison
was a smart signing by both the Jets and the kid himself.
He is ideal for a 3-4 end and could have a nice career as a
backup and rotation player at that spot.
Woodhead
will be fun to watch. He is small, but strong and fast.
He should have some big plays in early exhibition games.
with another team he could win a spot as a return man.
However, the Jets already have their undersized runner/return
man in Washington. Still, Woodhead could land on the
practice squad and be called up by some team as a return man
as injuries hit during the regular season.
Zenon
is another interesting player. He is a smart corner with
better speed and athleticism than advertised, but needs to add
bulk. This is another kid that may make plays in early
preseason games and earn a spot on the Jets' practice squad
where they give him lots of junk food and weight room work.
|
red
indicates workout number in top range at position in draft
(blue
college name indicates workout #'s include Pro Day numbers)
COMBINE
YES |
FIRST
NAME |
SCHOOL |
HEIGHT |
WEIGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT |
LONG |
3
CONE |
VERT |
BROAD |
| Gholston |
Vernon |
OHIO
STATE |
6'3" |
266 |
37 |
4.58 |
1.51 |
2.68 |
4.40 |
NA |
7.12 |
42" |
10'5" |
| Keller |
Dustin |
PURDUE |
6'2.1" |
242 |
26 |
4.53 |
1.63 |
2.65 |
3.94 |
11.74 |
6.88 |
41" |
10'11" |
| Lowery |
Dwight |
SAN
JOSE ST |
5'11.1" |
201 |
16 |
4.54 |
1.53 |
2.60 |
4.38 |
NA |
7.01 |
38" |
10'2" |
| Ainge |
Erik |
TENNESSEE |
6'5.4" |
225 |
NA |
4.98 |
1.71 |
2.86 |
4.60 |
NA |
7.51 |
21.5" |
9'0" |
| Henry |
Marcus |
KANSAS |
6'4" |
210 |
NA |
4.50 |
1.59 |
2.65 |
4.30 |
NA |
7.05 |
38" |
10'6" |
| Garner |
Nate |
ARKANSAS |
6'6.1" |
334 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
| Caulcrick |
Jehuu |
MICHIGAN
ST |
6'0" |
254 |
16 |
4.65 |
1.63 |
2.72 |
4.72 |
NA |
7.40 |
33" |
9'1" |
| Mattison |
Bryan |
IOWA |
6'2.7" |
290 |
26 |
5.00 |
1.71 |
2.88 |
4.57 |
NA |
7.33 |
31.5" |
9'5" |
| Woodhead |
Danny |
CHADRON
ST |
5'7.5" |
198 |
20 |
4.38 |
1.44 |
2.50 |
4.20 |
NA |
7.03 |
38" |
10'1" |
| Zenon |
Jonathan |
LSU |
5'11.6" |
180 |
NA |
4.48 |
1.48 |
2.55 |
NA |
NA |
6.94 |
37" |
9'7" |
2008 NEEDS
PRIOR TO DRAFT AND FREE AGENCY
NYJ
Major
Need Need
Upgrade Depth
Need Not
a Need
| QB |
The
grade here depends upon your view of Clemens future.
Pennington should be back to challenge him again. My
guess is either Pennington wins the job and the Jets look for
a young QB again in '09, or Clemens wins the battle and
Pennington is moved before the season. While an upgrade
is needed, it may not come in 2008. |
| RB |
What
can I say, I'm a Thomas Jones fan. With Leon Washington
also on hand, the Jets just need a third back, one who could
serve as a short yardage and goal line runner. A
blocking fullback would also help Jones. |
| WR |
Cotchery
is improving and is ready to be a #1 wideout. Coles'
production was down but he could still have something left.
To be safe, the Jets need to bring in someone who can push him
if not this year, certainly by next year. Smith is a
versatile player who is a good #3 slot receiver.
McCariens has been on the cusp of being let go the last two
years. It should happen this year. Watch Clowney
in camp next year. He could be a nice surprise. |
| TE |
Baker
is one of the most underrated receiving tight ends in the
league. Depth is needed. |
| OL |
The
Jets need a starting left guard, and could also use an upgrade
at right tackle. It's also time for Ferguson to be the
stud left tackle he was drafted to be. |
| DL |
The
Jets have some players but upgrades at end and nose tackle are
needed. Robertson is a good football player but he is
not a good fit for a nose in a 3-4. The Jets should
trade him to a 4-3 team where he will excel. Pouha could
be the nose the Jets need, but they should bring in another
player to challenge him. Coleman is fine at end, but
Ellis is also a better fit for the 4-3, but is needed as a
pass rusher by the Jets. |
| LB |
In
the 3-4 defense at least one dominating outside linebacker who
can get to the quarterback is needed. The Jets
desperately need that guy. Oh yeah, and someone to play
opposite him. Inside Harris was a rookie find, while
Barton remains solid. Vilma is a third former defensive
star not cut out for the 3-4. He could be moved in the
offseason. |
| DB |
Revis
is a star in the making. Poteat, who started opposite
him, is better served as a nickel or dime back.
Therefore, the Jets need a corner to start opposite Revis.
Rhodes is one of the best safeties in the NFL. Elam is
an aggressive strong safety who could improve next year or
could be cut. Even with the "always waiting to
break out" Eric Smith on hand to battle Elam, the Jets
should bring in another safety to challenge for the starting
job. |
| ST |
Nugent
improved and had a good year, but does not have the leg to
kick long field goals. Competition in camp wouldn't
hurt. Graham was average and competition for him in camp
is all but guaranteed. With Washington, Miller, Revis,
and even Clowney on hand, the Jets' return game is in good
hands. |
2007
DRAFT PICKS
links go to
NFL.com website
| Rd |
Sel# |
Player |
Pos. |
Ht. |
Wt. |
School |
Jay's Ranking |
Jay's Draft Value |
| 1 |
14 |
Revis,
Darrelle |
CB |
6-0 |
197 |
Pittsburgh |
# 3 CB |
Round 1 |
| 2 |
47 |
Harris,
David |
ILB |
6-2 |
239 |
Michigan |
# 2 ILB |
Round 2 |
| 6 |
177 |
Bender,
Jacob |
OT |
6-6 |
316 |
Nicholls
State |
|
Off My Board |
| 7 |
235 |
Stuckey,
Chansi |
WR |
5-10 |
185 |
Clemson |
|
Late Round Value |
| FA |
|
Banks, Alvin |
RB |
5-11 |
225 |
James Madison |
|
Late Round Value |
| FA |
|
DeVito, Mike |
DT |
6-3 |
295 |
Maine |
|
Late Round Value |
| FA |
|
Ihedigbo, James |
SS |
6-1 |
211 |
Massachusettes |
|
Off My Board |
| FA |
|
Steffes, Kyle |
RB |
5-11 |
206 |
N Dakota St |
|
Late Round Value |
| FA |
|
Turner, Robert |
OG |
6-4 |
318 |
New Mexico |
|
Late Round Value |
|
The
Jets grade counting Thomas Jones would be a A-. They
reached a bit for Bender but got two excellent football players
on day one. As far as college street free agents, Mike
DeVito could surprise.
Revis is a physical corner who excels in man-to-man coverage.
On top of looking great on film, he worked out better than
expected. He has excellent speed, quickness and
athleticism. Revis will be a top starter in the NFL for
years and will become the Jets #1 corner very quickly.
Harris was a great pick in round two. He has the size and
quickness to be a force in the Jets' 3-4 defense. He is an
immediate upgrade from Barton and could be setting the stage for
the Jets moving Vilma in a year if he doesn't become the stud in
the 3-4 that he was in the 4-3. Bender is a small school
prospect who may have to spend a year on the Jets' development
squad. If I was the Jets's GM I would have jumped at the
chance to draft tight end Ben Patrick at this spot. Baker
has been okay, but Patrick could be a better NFL player long
term. If Stuckey can stay healthy, something he had hard
time doing consistently in college, he could be a very nice
seventh round selection. He is more quick than fast, an
underrated athlete, and has reliable hands. He could grow
into a solid #3 wide receiver. However, he is not the
game-breaker the Jets wanted to add.
Some
college street free agents of note signed by the Jets include
running back Alvin Banks. Banks is a shifty back who makes
sharp cuts and is a good receiver. He could be stashed on
the Jets development squad for a year or two until their logjam
at running back eases up. He is a future change-of-pace,
third-down back. DeVito could be the surprise of the
Jets camp. He is a strong, athletic, quick tackle from a
small school who at times dominated his league. He could
develop into a rotation player at end in the Jets' 3-4.
Ihedigbo is the type of kid you root for. He is a tough
kid who was a team leader but will have to show superior special
teams skills to stick since he may fall a bit short at safety.
Steffes is another third-down type of back. He is quick
and makes sharp cuts bit lacks long speed. He could battle
Banks for a spot on the Jets' development squad. Turner looked
good at the East West Shrine Game showing good pass blocking
skills and the willingness to work hard. He has a chance
to eventually make a NFL roster because he can be a backup at
guard and right tackle.
|
red
indicates workout number in top range at position in draft
|
COMBINE
YES
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| REVIS |
DARRELLE |
PITTSBURGH |
CB |
5'11.4" |
204 |
16 |
4.38 |
1.46 |
2.49 |
4.08 |
|
6.56 |
38" |
10'5" |
| Revis
is a physical corner with excellent speed and quickness.
He is also a very good athlete who can excel in either a man and
more than hold his own in zone coverage. A definite first
round talent. |
|
COMBINE
YES
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| HARRIS |
DAVID |
MICHIGAN |
ILB |
6'2.2" |
243 |
23 |
4.53 |
1.53 |
2.59 |
4.29 |
|
7.25 |
33" |
9'2" |
|
PLAYER
WHO COULD HAVE A BETTER NFL CAREER THAN PLAYERS SELECTED AHEAD
OF HIM in the DRAFT
|
| Harris
is a solid inside linebacker with the size to play in a 3-4 and
the speed to play in a 4-3. He is currently my second
rated inside linebacker (behind Willis) and will probably fall
to round two. However, he will be a very good NFL starter
and outperform players selected ahead of him in the draft. |
|
COMBINE
NO
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| BENDER |
JACOB |
NICOLLS
ST |
OT |
6'5.6" |
296 |
27 |
5.18 |
1.81 |
2.96 |
4.60 |
|
7.84 |
25" |
8'6" |
| Bender
is a small school prospect with the potential to develop into a
backup tackle. He has good strength and quickness. |
|
COMBINE
YES
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| STUCKEY |
CHANSI |
CLEMSON |
WR |
5'10.5" |
191 |
|
4.49 |
1.52 |
2.58 |
4.14 |
11.86 |
6.91 |
35" |
10'0" |
| Stuckey's
main obstacles in this draft are his history of injuries and the
excellent depth at the position. When he played, Stuckey
was productive. He has reliable hands, good quickness, and
enough speed and athleticism to grow into a number three wideout. |
|
COMBINE
NO
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| BANKS |
ALVIN |
JAMES
MADISON |
RB |
5'10.5" |
225 |
15 |
4.47 |
1.52 |
2.58 |
4.26 |
|
6.73 |
32" |
9'6" |
| Banks
is a shifty back with good size and speed. He also is a
good receiver. He should get a look in a NFL camp and
could surprise. |
|
COMBINE
NO
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| DEVITO |
MIKE |
MAINE |
DT/DE |
6'3.3" |
295 |
31 |
4.87 |
1.62 |
2.84 |
4.53 |
|
7.50 |
33" |
9'0" |
| At
times DeVito dominated his league. He has excellent
strength, quickness and speed for a defensive tackle but is a
bit small. However, he could be a good fit as a 3-4
defensive end. DeVito is an intriguing late round
prospect. |
|
COMBINE
NO
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| IHEDIGBO |
JAMES |
MASS |
SS |
6'0.5" |
211 |
15 |
4.77 |
1.64 |
2.77 |
4.24 |
|
7.12 |
35" |
9'0" |
| Ihedigbo
is a leader and tough kid who is limited athletically. He
is ideal for special teams but will have to be a real terror
there to stick since he may not have the talent to play in base
defenses. |
|
COMBINE
NO
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| STEFFES |
KYLE |
N
DAKOTA ST |
RB |
5'11.2" |
206 |
13 |
4.58 |
1.56 |
2.64 |
4.08 |
|
6.71 |
32" |
9'2" |
| Steffes
is a quick running back who could get a look in camp as a
change-of-pace and third-down back. |
|
COMBINE
NO
|
|
COLLEGE
|
POS |
HGHT |
WGHT |
BENCH |
40 |
10 |
20 |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
BROAD
JUMP |
| TURNER |
ROBERT |
NEW
MEXICO |
OG/T |
6'3.7" |
318 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Turner
looked better in the post-season than he did at New Mexico.
In the post-season (East West Shrine Game) he showed good pass
protection skills and that he was a hard worker. Turner
could stick as a versatile backup. |
2007
TEAM NEEDS PRIOR TO THE DRAFT and FREE AGENCY
major
need
need
depth/possible
need
not a significant need
| QB |
Pennington
rebounded well. Clemens is the future but I'm not
convinced. I may be the last Ramsey fan left. |
| RB |
Washington
and Houston aren't bad, a true stud would be better. |
| WR |
Cotchery
is terrific. Coles played well but has the look of a
player that could fall off quickly. Better to be
prepared. |
| TE |
Baker
in underrated. Depth is okay. |
| OL |
The
Jets are building a top line. The left side is set for
years, the right side is good, but I can see them going for
great. |
| DL |
How
about a true NT, and then moving Robertson to end in their 3-4
(Thomas is really a solid OLB). |
| LB |
Who
would have thought Hobson would be their best LB. Vilma
is better in a 4-3. Barton needs to be replaced. |
| DB |
Surprisingly
solid at both corner and at safety. Depth at corner
would help. |
| ST |
Very
good special teams. |
2006
DRAFT PICKS
Links go to write-ups at NFL.com
| N.Y. Jets |
| Rd |
Sel# |
Player |
Pos. |
Ht. |
Wt. |
School |
Jay's
ranking |
Jay's
draft value |
| 1 |
4 |
Ferguson,
D'Brickashaw |
OT |
6-6 |
313 |
Virginia |
#
1 OT |
Round
1 |
| 1 |
29 |
Mangold,
Nick |
C |
6-4 |
299 |
Ohio
State |
#
1 C |
Round
1 |
| 2 |
49 |
Clemens,
Kellen |
QB |
6-2 |
223 |
Oregon |
#
8 QB |
Round
3 |
| 3 |
76 |
Schlegel,
Anthony |
ILB |
6-0 |
251 |
Ohio
State |
Late
Round Value |
>
Round 4 |
| 3 |
97 |
Smith,
Eric |
SS |
6-1 |
209 |
Michigan
State |
#
9 SS |
Round
4 |
| 4 |
103 |
Smith,
Brad |
WR |
6-2 |
212 |
Missouri |
#
2 QB/WR hybrid |
Round
4 |
| 4 |
117 |
Washington,
Leon |
RB |
5-8 |
202 |
Florida
State |
#10
RB |
Round
3 |
| 5 |
150 |
Pociask,
Jason |
TE |
6-3 |
267 |
Wisconsin |
|
>
Round 4 |
| 6 |
189 |
Coleman,
Drew |
CB |
5-8 |
183 |
Texas
Christian |
|
>
Round 4 |
| 7 |
220 |
Adams,
Titus |
DT |
6-3 |
305 |
Nebraska |
Late
Round Value |
>
Round 4 |
| |
FA |
Moore,
DonTrell |
RB |
5-10 |
210 |
New
Mexico |
Late
Round Value |
>
Round 4 |
| |
FA |
Adams,
Darrell |
DE |
6-5 |
277 |
Villanova |
Late
Round Value |
>
Round 4 |
| |
FA |
Bailey,
Craig |
DE |
6-3 |
262 |
Nevada |
Late
Round Value |
>
Round 4 |
|
The Jets reached in
rounds two and three (with one of the reaches in round three
worse than the other), and got questionable value in rounds five
and six.
I like what the Jets did with their two first
round picks. They drafted two-fifths of their offensive
line for next ten years, and these two parts will see their
share of Pro Bowls in their NFL careers. Passing on
Leinart was the right move. If Pennington comes back, he
is a winner capable of leading a team on a Super Bowl run.
Patrick Ramsey is also on board. He got a raw deal twice
in Washington. Under Spurrier he showed a big arm, guts,
and leadership in an offense that looked at pass blocking as
optional. Under Gibbs, he beat out Brunell, and then was
pulled in the first half of his first game when he didn't play
poorly. The drafting of Ferguson and Mangold is a plus for
Ramsey since his one negative is his lack of mobility so he
needs to play behind a good offensive line. With
Pennington, Ramsey, Bollinger, and Kingsbury, the Jets did not
have to draft a quarterback. They certainly didn't have to
reach for Clemens in round two (and yes I know he was a hot
property leading up to the draft). I wouldn't have
selected a quarterback at that spot, but if I did, my pick would
have been Croyle. Clemens is far from a sure thing and it
wouldn't surprise me if he never develops into a top-flight NFL
starter. I actually like the potential of Ramsey much more
than the potential of Clemens. In fact, if the Jets wanted
to reach in round two, I would have gone with GoCong at this
spot, not Clemons. GoCong could be a dominate outside
linebacker in a 3-4 defense. In round three the Jets
reached again. This time for inside linebacker Schlegel.
The good news is that he projects best as an inside linebacker
in a 3-4. The bad news is that he may never be more than a
stop-gap starter and quality reserve. If he was selected
in round four, okay. But on day one the draft picks need
to be players that a team believes will be a long term quality
starter for them. Even if Schlegel becomes a starter, he
will be a functional starter in danger every year of being
replaced if the Jets can get a top player at his position.
Eric Smith was drafted a bit higher than where I had him graded,
but I can understand why. He is a tough in-the-box strong
safety who has excellent quickness, strength, and athleticism.
He has a chance to develop into a quality starter and will be a
special teams terror until (if?) he does. However, with
Coleman and Rhodes, two young talented safeties more than
capable of transitioning to a 3-4 defense, was drafting a strong
safety at this spot prudent? With one of the Jets' two
third round picks I would have jumped at drafting DT Gabe
Watson, who would have been the Jets nose tackle of the future.
Brad Smith was a quarterback in college who has the potential to
be a quality backup at that position in the NFL. However,
as a wide receiver he has good speed, change-of-direction
skills, and athleticism and can be a Randle-El type of weapon.
Washington is a short back with speed, quickness, strength and
hands. He is an ideal change-of-pace, third-down back and
has big play potential. If needed, he could be an
excellent as part of a two-headed running back in combination
with Cedric Houston. Pociask is a one-dimensional blocking
tight end who I though could go undrafted. He was a major
reach in round five, but could stick in a limited role.
However, for Pociask to stick, Jolley, Baker, or Dressen may
have to be cut, or the Jets will have to carry four tight ends.
Coleman was another player I thought could go undrafted.
He is a short corner with good speed, but below average
quickness and athleticism. He may have his work cut out
for him to make the Jets' active roster. At cornerback,
McPhearson or Martin made more sense at this spot.
Titus Adams is a good athlete for his size but needs to get
stronger. He can either stay at his current weight and
move to end in the Jets' 3-4 defense, or can bulk up and play
the nose. Adams has the look of a useful backup.
The Jets' signed three college street free
agents of note. The first is running back DonTrell Moore.
Moore is a running back with limited speed and athleticism, but
good vision and strength. He can also catch the ball out
of the backfield. Moore will likely lose out to Washington
for a roster spot, but could land on the Jets' practice squad.
Darrell Adams has the size, speed and athleticism needed for a
3-4 defensive end. He should get a good look in camp.
Bailey was a pass rushing defensive end in college who will be
tried as an outside linebacker by the Jets. While Bailey
has the pass rushing skills and speed for the position, he lacks
the athleticism needed for pass coverage. Still, he could
be a useful special teams player who would also serve as a
backup pass rushing specialist.
|
red indicates
workout number in top range at position in draft
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Ferguson |
Virginia |
6'5.7",
305 |
5.07 |
|
|
4.89 |
|
7.64 |
|
30" |
8'11" |
|
OT
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET -
Ferguson was
dominating in one-on-one drills at Senior Bowl practices.
He dominated Kiwanuka of Boston College.
Jay Goldberg,
900FootballLinks.NET - Ferguson is a blue chip prospect.
He has good size, quick feet, is strong, and long arms. He
will be a top left tackle in the NFL. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Mangold |
Ohio
State |
6'3.4",
300 |
5.05 |
1.72 |
2.95 |
4.36 |
|
7.49 |
24 |
27.5" |
8'4" |
35 |
C
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - A man
anyone would be proud to go to war with, Mangold is a fierce
competitor with excellent skills. He is fast, quick, tough
and smart. Mangold will be a long term quality starter in
the NFL.
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET
- Mangold looked great during Senior Bowl practices.
Mike Mayock, NFL Network - Mangold
improved his stock at the Combine and could be a first round
pick. In addition to good workout numbers he showed
excellent footwork. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Clemens |
Oregon |
6'1.5",
225 |
4.98 |
|
|
4.58 |
|
|
|
|
|
35 |
QB
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Clemens showed good skills
his senior year but played in a system that didn't require him
to do too much. He is a currently a very popular sleeper
pick. Gil Brandt has him listed as the fourth best QB in
the draft. While he has potential, I think that is too
high a ranking. Clemens completed 64% of his passes his
senior year, with 19 TDs versus only 4 interceptions.
Gil Brandt, NFL.com -
Clemens threw the ball very well at his Pro Day. His speed
could be effected by a broken ankle he suffered in late October. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Schlegel |
Ohio
State |
6'0.4",
250 |
4.76 |
1.68 |
2.75 |
4.39 |
|
7.31 |
21 |
32" |
9'3" |
|
ILB
Jay Goldberg,
900FootballLinks.NET - Schlegel fits best in a 3-4 defense.
He is limited athletically, but is a heady player who plays well
against the run. He could be a good backup and has value
on day two of the draft. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Smith,
E |
Michigan
St |
6'1",
209 |
4.58 |
1.61 |
2.70 |
3.97 |
10.93 |
6.91 |
21 |
41" |
10'7" |
|
SS
Jay Goldberg,
900FootballLinks.NET - Smith is a big hitter with excellent
quickness, strength and athleticism. He has some past
injury concerns and needs to improve his ability to read and
react, but has the potential to be a starter and will be a
special teams terror. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Smith,
B |
Missouri |
6'2.1",
213 |
4.46 |
1.59 |
2.65 |
4.33 |
|
7.00 |
|
39.5" |
10'8" |
|
QB/WR
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - At the Hula Bowl, Smith
showed off his athletic ability. He made some good throws,
but a position change to WR could be in his future.
Jay Goldberg,
900FootballLinks.NET - Smth played quarterback at Missouri and
was a playmaker. He displayed the ability to pass,
completing 59% his senior year, and run. However, at
quarterback, Smith projects as a backup in the NFL. If
moved to receiver, or even running back, Smith can use his
speed, cutting ability, and athleticism to contribute to a
team's offense every week. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Washington |
Florida
St |
5'7.7",
201 |
4.42 |
1.62 |
2.65 |
4.37 |
11.62 |
6.94 |
17 |
32.5" |
8'9" |
|
RB
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - At the East West Shrine
Game, Washington showed a quick burst and the ability to catch
the ball.
Mike Mayock,
NFL Network - Washington ran well, and caught the ball well at
Combine workouts.
Jay
Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Washington is a short back with
good speed and strength, and good hands. As a part time
player at FSU, Washington proved to be a playmaker. In his
junior year Washington ran for almost 1,000 yards averaging
almost 7 yards a carry. He will be an excellent
third-down, change-of-pace back in the NFL and could even find
himself in an expanded role sharing a starting job. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Pociask |
Wisconsin |
6'2.4",
268 |
4.73 |
1.75 |
2.86 |
4.32 |
12.24 |
7.31 |
23 |
37.5" |
9'7" |
|
TE
Jay
Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Pociask is a blocking tight end
with limited use in the passing game because of lack of speed,
quickness and altheticism. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Coleman |
TCU |
5'8",
183 |
4.40 |
|
|
4.40 |
|
7.00 |
14 |
31.5" |
8'11" |
|
CB
Jay
Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Coleman is an undersized
cornerback with good speed but below average athleticism. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Adams,
T |
Nebraska |
6'3",
303 |
5.09 |
1.76 |
2.99 |
4.55 |
|
7.50 |
15 |
30.5" |
8'7" |
|
DT/NT/DE
Jay
Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Adams has the feet, speed and
quickness to play tackle in a 4-3 or end in a 3-4. For
either position he will need to improve his strength. If
he does, Adams can be a quality backup. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Moore |
New
Mexico |
5'10",
210 |
4.63 |
1.66 |
2.76 |
4.32 |
11.68 |
7.10 |
18 |
33" |
9'11" |
|
RB
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Moore played okay at the
East West Shrine Game.
Jay
Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Moore rushed for almost 1,300
yards and 14 touchdowns his senior year. He also caught 31
balls. Moore has good vision and strength, but lacks speed
and quickness. He is also just an average athlete. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Adams,
D |
Villanova |
6'4.7",
277 |
4.86 |
1.78 |
2.96 |
4.39 |
|
7.60 |
22 |
29.5" |
9'2" |
|
DE
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET - Adams
best chance to stick in the NFL is as a 3-4 defensive end. |
| PLAYER |
COLLEGE |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY
DASH |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER
LIC |
| Bailey |
Nevada |
6'3.4",
262 |
4.77 |
|
|
4.47 |
|
7.34 |
21 |
35.5" |
9'4" |
|
DE/OLB - NOT AT COMBINE
Jay Goldberg, 900FootballLinks.NET -
Bailey is a pass rushing defensive end who could make a NFL
roster as a pass rush specialist and special teams player. |
2006
TEAM NEEDS
prior to free agency
| NYJ |
| QB |
Pennington and Fiedler are both coming
back from shoulder surgery. Pennington is still in
the Jets' plans, but Fiedler will have to be 100%
healthy to be kept. Bollinger proved he can be an
effective NFL backup, but no more. The Jets need
to bring in a QB who can start if Pennington isn't back,
and backup if Pennington is healthy. |
| RB |
Martin is finally showing his age.
Houston is a good runner. The type who is a season-saver
for a good team if their starting back gets hurt because
he can get 1,000 yards and move the chains.
However, he isn't a difference maker. The
Jets need to find their running back of the future.
They can get away with Houston for now. Blaylock
is a change-of-pace type back. |
| WR |
Coles and McCareins are fine
starters, although a McCareins-upgrade is certainly
possible. Cotchery is fine in the slot. The
Jets need to bring in another receiver to compete for
playing time. |
| TE |
Look for Jolley to have a bounce-back
year. He is a good receiving tight end.
Baker is an UFA, but Dressen is on hand to be the
backup. A blocking tight end could be added. |
| OL |
Injuries hurt last year, high cap
numbers could hurt this year. Mawae, Fabini and
Kendall all carry big cap numbers. Jones had a
nice year and should be a starter for years on the Jets'
line. The Jets will have a shake up here, where
they go depends upon who they keep amongst their high
priced starters. |
| DL |
Reed and Abraham are UFAs.
Johnson and Thomas are on board for Abraham, Pouha for
Reed. All are steps down should the starter leave.
Ellis had a disappointing season. Robertson
is very good. The Jets need an end even if Abraham
comes back, and a tackle, even if Reed returns. |
| LB |
Hobson, Vilma and Barton are a strong
starting three. Brown and Gardner are good subs.
Wright is an UFA so a backup middle linebacker is
needed. |
| DB |
Law carries a big cap number so he may
leave. Barrett, Strait and Miller will compete for
starting roles if Law leaves. Another corner
should be added to that mix. Coleman and Rhodes
form one of the top young safety duos in the league.
Washington and Celestin are quality reserves. |
| ST |
The Jets kickers are young, held their
own, and should be better next year. Miller is a
dynamic kick returner. A game-breaking punt
returner may be pursued. |
|
2005
COLLEGE DRAFT
| N.Y.
Jets - links below go to NFL.com reports |
Jaybird |
Jaybird |
| Rd |
Sel# |
Player |
Pos. |
Ht. |
Wt. |
School |
Ranking |
Value Board |
| 2 |
47 |
Nugent,
Mike |
K |
5-10 |
182 |
Ohio
State |
# 1K |
Round 2 |
| 2 |
57 |
Miller,
Justin |
CB |
5-10 |
202 |
Clemson |
# 4 CB |
Round 1 |
| 3 |
88 |
Pouha,
Sione |
DT |
6-3 |
329 |
Utah |
# 8 DT |
Round 3 |
| 4 |
123 |
Rhodes,
Kerry |
FS |
6-2 |
209 |
Louisville |
Late Round Value |
> Round 4 |
| 5 |
161 |
Maddox,
Andre |
SS |
6-1 |
205 |
North
Carolina State |
# 5 SS |
Round 3 |
| 6 |
182 |
Houston,
Cedric |
RB |
5-11 |
225 |
Tennessee |
# 11 RB |
Round 3 |
| 6 |
198 |
Dreessen,
Joel |
TE |
6-4 |
260 |
Colorado
State |
# 3 TE |
Round 3 |
| 7 |
240 |
Williams,
Harry |
WR |
6-2 |
175 |
Tuskegee |
|
> Round 4 |
| FA |
|
King, Michael |
OG/OT |
6-3 |
304 |
Northwestern State |
Late Round Value |
> Round 4 |
| FA |
|
Tellis, Henry |
OT |
6-5 |
308 |
Troy |
Late Round Value |
> Round 4 |
| The Jets had a very good draft in terms of
getting value at the spots in which they drafted. This
was especially evident on day two when the Jets grabbed three
players for whom I had a third round grade.
The Jets did as good a job as could be expected considering
they traded out of the first round of the draft. Nugent
was a good get in round two. He was not a reach (unlike
the other day one kicker, the punter Colquitt by Kansas City),
and will help the Jets win a game or two late this year.
The selection of Nugent looked even better when the Jets
followed it up by selecting Miller with their second pick in
round two. Miller was the player I would have selected
at pick 47, but he was sitting their for them ten spots later.
If the Jets did as I said, they, most likely, would have lost
Nugent to the Vikings before their next pick. So kudos
to the Jets. They got the best kicker in the draft, and
a cornerback/kick returner for whom I had a first round grade.
Miller will be a very good cornerback in the NFL. Pouha
is a player with unlimited potential. He did not play up
to his athletic talent in college, so the Jets staff will need
to get Pouha to follow coaching, and not try to get by on his
athleticism alone. If the succeed, they could have the best
defensive line in football (also assuming Abraham doesn't hold
out). Rhodes was a bit of a reach, however, I can see
why a team would draft him in round four. He is a rare
safety with good coverage abilities. However, he is soft
against the run. If the answer is for him to hit the
weight room, then he could develop into a starter. If
the answer is lack of toughness, then he will never be more
than a nickel safety. Maddox was a nice get in round
five. I had a third round grade on him, although strong
safeties often fall on draft day. Maddox is a
hard-hitting safety, who showed surprising speed during his
workout. Down the line he could settle in next to
Coleman. Houston was an outright steal in round six.
I had a third round grade on him. Houston is a
team-saving type of player. He is the perfect backup
running back. All he lacks is game-breaking speed.
If called upon to start, he would be a dependable,
move-the-chains running back. In fact, if he started for
a full year, he would be a 1,000-yard back. In
summation, Houston is not the back a team wants to be their
starting running back heading into a season, but he is a
player good teams will be glad they have if an injury occurs
to their top back, because you can win with him as a starter.
In this regard he is much like Nick Goings of Carolina.
And, oh by the way, he can also serve as a short-yardage and
goal-line back. The Jets could have been, but were not
happy getting two "Jaybird round three values" on
day two, they got a third one with their second pick in round
six. I had a higher grade on the TE Dressen than many
because he is a functional player who will contribute and help
a team. He has excellent hands, can block, and is sneaky
fast. He will start off as the Jets #3 tight end, but
could be a starter in a couple of years. Williams is a
tall, thin receiver with decent speed. His best chance
to stick will be as a kick returner.
The Jets had a fairly quiet college street free agent
signing period as far as my top available players went.
They did, however, sign two offensive lineman from small
schools who are interesting developmental prospects.
Mike King played tackle in college, but is an excellent
athlete and possess the quickness to play guard in the NFL.
Henry Tellis is a pur tackle prospect, but he needs to fill
out his big frame to handle the tremendous increase in
strength and talent he will face in the NFL. Both are
practice-squad-type players, who could pay dividends in the
future.
|
RED NUMBERS BELOW - among
best at position
Long shuttle numbers (where available) in blue, top performers to be
determined later
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Nugent |
K |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
23 |
Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: A
report from the combine on Ohio State kicker Mike Nugent was
that while he was the most consistent of the kickers he did not
have one of his best days. He made 12 of his 15 field goal
attempts, but all of his misses were over 40 yards.
Len Pasquarelli of ESPN.com reports: In
a draft with a ton of uncertainties, there seems to be one
given, and it's that former Ohio State standout Mike Nugent will
be the first kicker off the board. "That's certainly my
goal and, frankly, I'll be disappointed if it doesn't
happen," Nugent said. "It's the one thing I can
control." Nugent converted 26 of 33 field goals in 2004,
including five of six from 50 yards or more, and was voted the
Buckeyes' most valuable player. He isn't very big, but Nugent
does possess great leg strength, both on placements and
kickoffs. With about 25 percent of NFL games decided by three
points or less, kickers have become a priority, and Nugent could
be chosen on the first day of the draft.
John Oehser of Colts.com. reports: Ohio
State PKMike Nugen has been adjusting to NFL kicking rules in
preparation for the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. In
the NFL as opposed to college, the ball is slightly rounder, and
on kickoffs, kickers must use a one-inch tee rather than the
two-inch college tee. They also kickoff from the 30-yard line
compared to the 35 in college. "It doesn't really affect
field goals that much," Nugent said of the different ball.
"The ball itself took about a week getting used to. After
that, everything was fine." Nugent, considered one of
the top kickers available in the NFL Draft because of his
ability to kickoff effectively and his accuracy as a field-goal
specialist, is viewed by many scouts as a potential early-round
selection, Oakland Raiders' PK Sebastian Janikowski is the
only kicker in recent seasons to be selected in the first round.
"That would be unbelievable if it happened," Nugent
said. "It hasn't happened since then. You kind of hear
things about teams looking for other things beside that, so I
wouldn't expect anything like that."
Jay Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Nugent
kicked flawlessly at the the Senior Bowl. The top kicker
on my draft board, Nugent's kicks looked like they would have
been good from fifty. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Miller |
CB |
4.44 |
1.52 |
|
|
|
15 |
41.5" |
10'8" |
22 |
| Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: A fast
cover corner, who has the ability and speed to play the quick
slot receivers, and talent to be a starter on the outside as
well. Miller is also one of the top return men in this
draft class. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Pouha |
DT |
5.05 |
1.73 |
4.49 |
|
7.84 |
32 |
32.5" |
8'11" |
21 |
|
JAYBIRD
PLAYER WHO WILL HAVE A BETTER NFL CAREER THAN MANY DRAFTED
HIGHER THAN HIM
|
Pouha is a player on the rise. He
is quick and strong and is an ideal NFL nose tackle. Pouha will
quietly go about his NFL business while other defensive lineman
drafted ahead of him rot away on the bench.
|
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Rhodes |
FS |
4.59 |
1.64 |
4.17 |
|
6.94 |
12 |
42" |
10'3" |
18 |
| Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Rhodes is a
free safety with good coverage skills and playmaking ability.
Currently, he is not good against the run. He needs to get
stronger and tougher to round out his game. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Maddox |
SS |
4.52 |
1.57 |
4.41 |
12.07 |
7.07 |
17 |
36.5" |
10'7" |
20 |
| Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Maddox is a
hard-hitting safety who plays the run very well. He was
not thought to have the speed he displayed during his workouts.
That is a plus for him. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Houston |
RB |
4.58 |
|
4.50 |
|
7.28 |
|
35" |
10'0" |
17 |
|
JAYBIRD
PLAYER WHO WILL HAVE A BETTER NFL CAREER THAN MANY DRAFTED
HIGHER THAN HIM
|
Houston is the ideal NFL backup
running back. If called upon to start he would be productive
like Rhodes in Indianapolis or Goings in Carolina. In
other words, you can win with him, but he doesn't have the
game-breaking ability teams prefer in their starting running
back. He also has good size and strength and can be a
short-yardage and goal line back as well as an effective backup.
While he won't be a stud, this makes Houston a valuable
commodity who will out-perform and out-value a number of backs
who will be selected ahead of him because of their potential.
|
Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: With the
so-called speed backs (Morency, Fason, Reyes, et all) all
running disappointing forties (at least to date), the steady
Houston has quietly moved up my draft board.
However, there is some concern over a hypothyroid condition that
kept him from doing a full workout at the Combine
NFLFans.com reports: Houston
has plenty of talent, good size and speed, but hasn't performed
up to what he should be capable of. He hHas never been able to
stay healthy, and hasn't been an every-down back
Jay Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Houston
looked like the best every down running back based on his play
during the Senior Bowl game. He was quick through the
hole, showed power and toughness, and had a number of good runs.
While not in my top six based on the game itself, Houston may
have done as much as any player at the game in terms of
improving his NFL value.
Colin Lindsay of GBNReport.com reports: Tennessee RB
Cedric Houston, who hadn't been seen much through the first two
days of practice, held up extremely well in the blocking
drills; Houston also turned in a nice cutback run. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Dressen |
TE |
4.77 |
1.73 |
4.05 |
|
7.10 |
22 |
36" |
9'5" |
25 |
Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Dressen had
only one play of note (all star game) where he caught the ball
and was a load to bring down.
Jay Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Can
play tight end or H-back. Is a tough player with good
hands. Dressen is an underrated prospect heading into the
draft. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Williams |
WR |
4.49 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Williams
has size and good speed, but is a project. While he
learns, however, he could return kicks. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| King |
T/G |
4.61 |
|
4.64 |
7.48 |
|
|
35" |
8'8" |
|
| Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: King had a
nice workout and could be a late pick in the draft or a priority
free agent. while he played tackle in college, he showed
the quickness needed to move out to guard. In either case
he is practice squad material. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3 CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
WONDER-
LIC |
| Tellis |
T |
5.09 |
|
4.92 |
7.93 |
|
|
35" |
8'8" |
|
Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Tellis
could be an interesting developmental project. He will need to
bulk up to play in the NFL, but has the frame to do so.
Gil Brandt of NFL.com reports: Tellis has 34¾ arms,
a trait scouts look for in linemen. |
2005
TEAM NEEDS PRIOR TO FREE AGENCY AND THE DRAFT
Jay Goldberg of
90FootballLinks.NET reports:
major
need
need
position
possible
need, depth needed
no real need
Key UFA: Jordan RB, Bechte TE, McKenzie OT, Gowin P,
Ferguson DT, Evans DT
Key RFA: Carter WR (5th), Baker (3rd), Harper DT (4th)
NOTE - RFA COMPENSATION AT MINIMUM TENDER
QB:
Pennington is a
good starter, but a backup is needed. Bollinger is fine as
a number three.
RB: Martin
keeps on trucking. Jordan will be gone, he is an UFA.
A quality backup/back of the future will be selected in the
upcoming draft
WR:
WR:
Moss and Mccareins are
a good, if unspectacular starting pair of receivers.
Cochtery should replace Chrebet and be effective as a number
three.
TE: Bechte
is an UFA. He hasn't lived up to expectations. Baker
is a good receiving tight end, but is a RFA. The Jets will
need to address tight end in the offseason.
OL: The
Jets offensive line is an above average unit, however, McKenzie
is an UFA who needs to be resigned.
DL:
DL:
Abraham is an UFA but
will be tagged. He isn't going anywhere. Ellis and
Robertson are two other very good starters. Johnson and
Thomas provide depth at end. However, Ferguson is another
UFA who may be targeted by Dallas. A defensive
tackle or two will need to be added.
LB: Hobson,
Vilma and Barton form a very good starting unit. If this
position is addressed in the offseason, it will be for depth
only.
DB: Abraham is a good corner. Barrett, holds his own,
but would be better as the third corner. Strait could make
that happen in 2005. Coleman is a good young safety.
Look for Washington to push Tongue next year. If he falls
short, Tongue is steady. McGraw adds additional depth.
ST:
Brien's was on the
team as the steady pro. That didn't happen in the
playoffs. The Jets will bring in competition for him next
year. Gowin is also replaceable. It's time to bring
in a game breaking return-man.
|
2004
COLLEGE DRAFT
| N.Y. Jets |
| Rd |
Sel# |
Player |
Pos. |
Ht. |
Wt. |
School |
| 1 |
12 |
Vilma,
Jonathan |
ILB |
6-1 |
223 |
Miami
(Fla.) |
| 3 |
76 |
Strait,
Derrick |
CB |
5-11 |
189 |
Oklahoma |
| 4 |
108 |
Cotchery,
Jerricho |
WR |
6-0 |
199 |
North
Carolina State |
| 4 |
132 |
Jones,
Adrian |
OT |
6-4 |
296 |
Kansas |
| 5 |
143 |
Coleman,
Erik |
FS |
5-10 |
200 |
Washington
State |
| 6 |
178 |
Cavka,
Marko |
OT |
6-7 |
294 |
Sacramento
State |
| 7 |
213 |
McClover,
Darrell |
OLB |
6-0 |
226 |
Miami
(Fla.) |
| 7 |
234 |
Johnson,
Trevor |
DE |
6-4 |
260 |
Nebraska |
| 7 |
235 |
Ward,
Derrick |
RB |
5-11 |
233 |
Ottawa |
| 7 |
236 |
Washington,
Rashad |
SS |
6-1 |
217 |
Kansas
State |
| The Jets had a solid draft. Vilma was my
top rated inside linebacker. He went a little higher in
round one than I had him rated, but I can't argue the
selection. It will be interesting to see how long it
takes him to unseat Sam Cowart. In fact, he may end up
replacing the youngster Hobson on the outside this year, and
long term, Hobson may be the player to move inside.
Strait was excellent value at a position of need in round
three. And since I'm not sold on Barrett as a starter
(he may be better as a nickel); Strait should, eventually
(this year), step into a starting role with the Jets.
Strait has good cornerback skills, size, and quickness.
I had a second round grade on him. Cotchery is a perfect
fit. He will not be a starter, short or long term.
He should, however, be a good replacement for Wayne Chrebet as
a possession receiver with better speed than it appears, that
comes in on third downs and makes clutch catches. Jones
is an interesting prospect. He is one of the better
athletes at the tackle position in the draft. He is not
ready yet, but could pay big dividends in the future.
While only a rookie, Coleman has the look of a player that
down-the-road will be tabbed as a "cagey vet".
He offers good insurance for the injury-prone McGraw.
Coleman is best served as the over-achieving backup.
Cavka is a project. McClover was a starting linebacker
who teamed with Vilma and D.J. Williams at Miami. He
should initially be a good special teams player, and
long-term, develop into a quality reserve linebacker.
Trevor Johnson is a good athlete who has some potential as a
pass-rushing defensive end. He was excellent value in
round seven. That doesn't mean he will stick, but he has
a decent shot, which is all one can hope for in round seven.
Assuming LaMont Jordan leaves after this year, the Jets need
to find a capable backup for Curtis Martin. Ward will
get a look. He had a productive freshman year at Fresno
State before injury and grades took him on a journey to the
nether-lands of college football. Rashad Washington was
the Jets steal of the draft. The Jets signed a second
defensive back free agent in strong safety Reggie Tongue
(David Barrett was the other) who I believe they have slightly
over-rated. Tongue makes good plays, but he also makes
his share of costly mistakes. Washington has a chance to
take his job, if not this year, next year. I had a
late fourth round grade on Washington. In terms of
college street free agents the Jets signed a few interesting
prospects. On the top of their list is Josh Davis.
Last year I thought college street free agent Chad Brinker had
a shot to make the Jets as a return-specialist replacing Chad
Morton. Brinker didn't live up to my (and the Jets)
expectations. He was brought back to the Jets camp this
year, but was recently cut. Davis is the reason why.
I'm not going to go out on as big a branch as I did last year
with Brinker, so I'll just say it won't surprise me if Davis
makes the Jets as a kick-returner, and is very effective in
that role. Other college street free agents to watch
include: TE Foschi who could stick as a blocking tight end/
h-back/ fullback; DT Klein who is a hustle player who
needs to add bulk and strength; and LB Weaver, the third
rookie Miami linebacker in camp, who is too small to play that
position in the pros, but could be a special teams demon, but
will have to show safety or nickel linebacker cover skills to
stick. |
PLAYER/
TEAM NEWS PRIOR TO DRAFT
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Vilma |
I/O |
6-0½,
233 |
4.61 |
4.20 |
11.48 |
6.67 |
23 |
37" |
10-1 |
Vilma
Miami
#1 ranked ILB by Jaybird
|
Jay
Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET reports: Vilma has
bulked up so he can stay inside at the NFL level. What is
impressive is that he has added the weight, and as his shuttle
times show, maintained his quickness. He will be a good
pursuit linebacker in the NFL.
NFLFans.com reports: An
outstanding prospect that has excellent potential. Vilma could,
once he bulks up, play any of the three LB positions
successfully in the NFL. He would also work out well in a 3-4
scheme as a blitzer off the edge. He has very few limitations. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Strait |
CB |
5-11,
198 |
4.52 |
4.10 |
- |
6.65 |
- |
35½" |
9-11 |
Strait
Oklahoma
#8 ranked CB by Jaybird
|
D.
J. Boyer of Football.com reports: I had Madieu
Williams and Derrick Strait in a virtual tie for the best
overall performance amongst defensive backs (at Senior Bowl
practices).
Jamie Moore of gbnreport.com (Great
Blue North Report) reports: CB Derrick Strait,
Texas... Doesn't have world-class sprinter speed, but is very
physical and instinctive and breaks well on the ball; Strait
also has excellent route recognition skills and can find and
react to the ball on the run; and while not a burner, Strait
does possess adequate recovery speed (comments from the Senior
Bowl).
Drew Boylhart of
www.thehuddlereport.com reports: CB Derrick
Strait - Oklahoma - Star of the defense (at Senior Bowl).
NFLFans.com reports:
Struggled and was repeatedly beat by bigger receivers
at the Senior Bowl, Reportedly suffered a slight hip injury
during practice early in the week and that may have been a
factor. Another concerning factor was that he tried repeatedly
to strip the ball rather then make the tackle. |
| PLAYER |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Cotchery |
6-1½,
213 |
4.46 |
1.59 |
3.91 |
- |
6.93 |
- |
36" |
10-1 |
Cotchery
NC State
#19 ranked WR by Jaybird
|
Matt Gambill of
AllProScouting reports: N.C. State WR
Jerricho Cotchery ran 4.46 and 4.53 at the Combine.
NFLFans.com reports: Cotchery
should find a home in the NFL, but the team selecting him will
likely be under no illusion that they are getting a more limited
player. He's a possession receiver, and would hope to find a job
on a team as a #3 or #4 receiver. What premium NFL teams put on
that is uncertain, but Cotchery would likely be satisfied if he
fell anytime before the 5th round. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Jones |
T |
6.04.4,
296 |
4.93 |
1.71 |
4.58 |
7.81 |
27 |
31" |
9-6 |
Jones
Kansas
#11 ranked OT by Jaybird
|
Nolan
Nawrocki of ProFootballWeekly.com reports: At a
playing weight of 280 pounds, Jones’ anchor did not match his
athleticism at left tackle, and he looked as though he might be
a better fit at center than at tackle. However, since showing up
at the Combine weighing 296, scouts are changing their minds.
Like Robert Gallery, Jones is a former tight end with excellent
athletic ability, and he may have sneaked into the first day
based on the solid weight he has added during the last few
months.
Gil Brandt of NFL.com reports: The
two players that made the biggest impression (at the combine)
were fullback Troy Fleming of Tennessee and offensive tackle
Adrian Jones of Kansas. Fleming and Jones really surprised me
with their size and speed. The one thing about surprises is that
these are players that weren't originally thought of as
first-day draft picks, but they elevated their potential
position with the workouts.
Len Pasquarelli of ESPN.com reports: Observations
from two college scouts, one
from each conference, on Saturday "Here's a
kid from a little back in the pack, (Kansas offensive lineman)
Adrian Jones, you might want to monitor. He's played some
tackle, might be better at guard, but will be on somebody's
roster. I think he began his career as a tight end, then grew
out of it, and moved to the line. He kind of still looks like a
tight end in some ways, but that's not all bad, since he moves
really nicely. He could use some more weight but, with his body
type, that will come. Not a real high pick but, if he's around
toward the end of day one or the beginning of day two, someone
worth taking a shot at."
Len Pasquarelli
of ESPN.com reports: OT'
Adrian Jones (Kansas): Jones really opened eyes with a 40
time of 4.93 seconds and a long jump of 9½ feet. He isn't quite
as stout and might have to move to guard. He improved his status
by a couple rounds.
NFLFans.com reports: Despite
his limited experience he has shown great development on the
field and is gaining a lot of attention from the scouts which
could move him up into day one of the draft. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Coleman |
FS |
5-10.2,
202 |
4.66 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
36" |
- |
Coleman
Wash State
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
NFLFans.com
reports: A natural leader who should excel on Special
teams in the NFL while providing quality depth in a teams
secondary. Aggressive prospect who looks to make a play on every
down. size and experience will limit him. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Cavka |
T |
6.07.1,
294 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
27 |
- |
- |
Cavka
Sac State
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
NFLFans.com
reports: Yes, he will need some development, and
definitely needs a good nutritional and strength program, but
this guy is the real deal and is going to make someone very
happy they drafted him for he should excel at left tackle in the
NFL. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| McClover |
O |
6.00.3,
226 |
4.46 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
McClover
Miami
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
Mel Kiper
of ESPN.com reports: As the
draft day countdown approaches three weeks, Kiper has identified
McClover, a great athlete, as a possible late round find. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Johnson |
DE |
6.04.3,
259 |
4.67 |
- |
4.14 |
6.88 |
- |
38½" |
- |
Tr Johnson
Nebraska
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
Gil Brandt
of NFL.com reports: DE Trevor Johnson
had a complete workout at combine, but he did everything again
at the Pro Day.
GBNReport.com report: Nebraska
DE Trevor Johnson worked out at three positions including
linebacker and tight end as well as DE. |
| PLAYER |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Ward |
5-11,
233 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Ward
Ottawa, Kan
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
Eric
Edholm of ProFootballWeekly.com reports:
Under the radar - RB Derrick Ward, Ottawa (Kan.) — The
ex-Fresno State bruiser averaged an impressive 5.9 yards per
carry as a freshman before transferring. Knee and academic
problems derailed him for a little bit in 2000, but Ward
re-emerged at Ottawa, where he showed decent burst. At nearly
5-11 and 230, he’d be a good fit in a power running game, but
he also showed soft hands in the Blue-Gray All-Star Game. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Washington |
SS |
6.02½,
219 |
4.63 |
4.06 |
- |
6.91 |
14 |
34½" |
9-7 |
Washington
Kansas State
#5 ranked SS by Jaybird
|
NFLFans.com
reports: SS Washington has a great combination of
size, speed, athleticism and playmaking ability, will excel
initially on special teams in the NFL. Has the tools to develop
into a fine starting S.
|
| PLAYER |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
20
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Davis
(RB) |
5-10
3/8, 200 |
4.46 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
13 |
- |
- |
Davis
Nebraska
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
Matt Gambill of
AllProScouting reports: Nebraska RB/KR
Josh Davis ran a 4.46 and a 4.49.
NFLFans.com reports: Davis
will no doubt be selected in the draft for his enormous numbers
he put up as a KO return man at Nebraska. He is an outstanding
returner who will start from game one for whoever drafts him if
needed. His value as a RB may be in question because of his size
but he is one of the best return specialists in this year’s
draft. |
| PLAYER |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Foschi
(TE) |
6.03.6,
266 |
5.00 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
23 |
- |
- |
Foschi
Georgia Tech
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
NFLFans.com
reports: Foschi will
really need show the scouts something, probably much better
suited to play FB or H back at the next level.
Jay Goldberg of 900FootballLinks.NET:
TE Foschi is a one dimensional player. He is a blocker.
However, he is good at his craft. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
10
DASH |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Klein |
DT |
6-1¾,
287 |
5.00 |
- |
4.54 |
7.25 |
24 |
29½" |
8-11 |
Klein
Oklahoma
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
Bryan
Dietzler of NFLFans.com reports:
Klein plays with a lot of passion and a lot of
intensity. He doesn't stop until the whistle blows and shows
great hustle and a positive attitude. He has the speed to move
up the field and rush the passer but needs to improve his
technique in working through blocks to make it to the
quarterback. Klein moves up and down the line of scrimmage very
well and can make a lot of plays there. He needs to add some
bulk to his frame and spend some time in the weight room. |
| PLAYER |
POS |
HGT-WGHT |
FORTY |
SHORT
SHUTTLE |
LONG
SHUTTLE |
3
CONE |
BENCH |
VERTICAL
JUMP |
LONG
JUMP |
| Weaver |
OLB |
6-3,
206 |
4.37 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Weaver
Miami
Jaybird: below 4th round
|
GBNReport.com
reports: Unheralded Miami LB Jarrell Weaver stole the
show just a bit from his more highly rated teammates when he ran
a 4.37 40 at the Hurricanes' well-attended pro day late last
month |
TEAM NEWS/NEEDS
PRIOR TO THE DRAFT
Jay Goldberg of
90FootballLinks.NET reports:
major
need
need
position
possible
need, depth needed
no real need
Key UFA: Nails G, Buckley CB, Turk P
Key RFA: Ogunleye DE (none), Minor RB (3rd round), Greenwood LB
(3rd round)
NOTE - RFA COMPENSATION AT MINIMUM TENDER
QB:
Fiedler may have
finally proven that as a starter, he is a very good back-up.
Griese may not even be that. Rosenfelds, a RFA, may be
brought back. This position needs an upgrade
RB: Ricky Williams is as good as it gets at running back.
If Minor leaves in free agency, Henry can take over as primary
backup. Konrad is an underrated FB who could play tailback
in a pinch.
WR:
Look for Chambers to push for the Pro Bowl next year.
That's the good news. The bad news is they need to find a
receiver to play opposite Chambers. McKnight is best as a
slot receiver, Thompson disappointed, and Gadsden never
recovered from his injury and is an UFA, again.
TE: McMichael and Lee are both talented. The
Dolphins are fine at tight end.
OL: The
Dolphins have major offensive line problems, particularly at
guard.
DL:
The Dolphins need here will depend on what happens to Ogunleye.
If they can afford to keep him, their needs are minimal to
nonexistent. They are solid with Taylor at end and Bowens
and Chester at tackle. They also have depth. If the
big "O" goes, they'll need an end, badly. Just
look at Taylor's history when he has a pass-rusher playing
opposite him, and when he does not.
LB: Thomas and Seau can still play. Greenwood, a
RFA, is an improving player who the Dolphins may say goodbye to
and replace with Moore. Jenkins also has some upside.
DB: Surtain
and Madison are an excellent pair of corners. Fans and
coaches like Marion more than I do, but he is solid if not Pro
Bowl. Knight was a badly needed piece to the Dolphins'
puzzle, a headhunter. Depth at corner, and the eventual
replacement for Marion could be targeted in the offseason.
ST:
Mare had a bad year. He isn't the reliable kicker he has
been in the past. The Dolphins may give some thought to
freeing up some money and going with a less expensive option.
Turk (P) and Minor (RT), two key special team players, are free
agent
D. J. Boyer of Football.com
reports: Miami
has made their desire for Philip Rivers known and it looks more
and more like he will be the pick by the team at #20.
ProFootballWeekly.com
reports: The Dolphins’
QB situation most likely will look very different in 2004 than
it did in ’03. Backup Brian Griese is all but gone, given his
high price, and word is starter Jay Fiedler isn’t far behind
him out the door. Sage Rosenfels will be the primary
backup, and the Dolphins, whom team observers believe will be
armed with two first-round picks because it will decline to
match any huge offers to restricted free agent DE Adewale
Ogunleye, will be on the market for a youngster at quarterback.
North Carolina State’s Philip Rivers and Tulane’s J.P.
Losman are names that have been mentioned early on, and Miami
also is expected to be a player in the Drew Henson sweepstakes.
www.KFFL.com reports:
Michigan QB John Navarre said at the NFL Combine Friday, Feb.
20, that he has met with the Miami Dolphins.
USAToday.com reports: Offense
is a top priority for the Dolphins, specifically at quarterback,
wide receiver and along the offensive line. The Dolphins have
the 20th overall selection but may be willing to trade it for an
established NFL quarterback or even promising prospect Drew
Henson.
|
2003
COLLEGE DRAFT
|
B-
|
2003
COLLEGE DRAFT REPORT CARD
|
|
| Moving up to get Robertson, proved to be a good
move. The big-four defensive tackles were all off the
board at the Jets original draft spot. Robertson should
be a good player, but let's not call him a Warren Sapp yet.
Hobson can play inside or outside. However, he was the
top rated inside linebacker in some circles. Askew is a
perfect fit for the Jets. He could be their next Richie
Anderson. Pagel needs coaching but has some skills.
Walters was an excellent defensive tackle at Miami, but is
being moved outside because he does not have the size to play
inside in the NFL. On the surface it looks like a
stretch, but Walters is a football player, and I wouldn't bet
against him making a successful transition to end. The
Jets selected Bollinger because he should be an adequate
backup, but will probably never develop into a starter, and
they have a good young QB in Pennington. There were
better developmental quarterbacks in this draft with more
potential than Bollinger (also with a greater downside).
Yovanovits is a project but has tools to work with. Of
all the college free agents signed, Chad Brinker could have
the most impact this season. He is a fast running back
who should emerge as a more-than-capable replacement for Chad
Morton on the Jets' roster. |
| Robertson |
The Pioneer Press
reports some sources say the Vikings would have a hard time
passing up Kentucky DT DeWayne Robertson if he is available
when the Vikings pick No. 7 in April's NFL draft.
Len Pasquarelli of ESPN.com reports:
Most college scouts agree that the 2003
draft figures to continue a trend of being deep at the
defensive tackle position. The last two drafts produced 10
first-round defensive tackles and scouts feel there are a
dozen prospects in 2003 who should contribute for teams as
rookies. But don't ask the scouts to rate the defensive
tackles because, it seems, everyone has assessed the pool
differently. There is a consensus top five group, but no one
seems to have them in the same order. One tackle who seems to
be sliding a bit is William Joseph of Miami. A riser: Dewayne
Robertson of Kentucky, an underclass entry, but a guy who this
week ran in the 4.7s for his personal trainer while weighing
in the 315-pound range.
AllProScouting.com
reports in pre-combine workouts, Kentucky DT Dewayne Robertson
is weighing 321-pounds and running 4.69-4.75 in the forty, as
well as throwing up 35+ reps of 225.
AllProScouting.com
reports Kentucky DT Dewayne Robertson checked in at 6014,
317-pounds at the combine.
WORKOUT
NUMBERS
Matt Gambill of
AllProScouting.com reports Robertson's pro day numbers: 6013,
324, 9 1/2" Vertical, 8'8" broad jump, 30 reps of
225, 4.84, 4.85 forty. Gambill
further stated: "I thought he was a top 10 pick before
this. He's a stud." |
| Hobson |
KFFL.com reports Michigan LB
Victor Hobson said on Saturday that he measured in at 6-foot-4
1/8 and 252 pounds at the NFL Combine.
WORKOUT
NUMBERS
Gil Brandt of NFL.com
reports, Victor Hobson averaged 4.61 for his 40s. He ran a
4.20 short shuttle and 7.09 on the three-cone drill. |
| Askew |
Tom Kowalski reports for
mlive.com Michigan FB B.J. Askew (broken hand) was at the NFL
Combine, but he could not workout. Askew underwent a physical
and the battery of interviews with several teams, but will
save his workout for Michigan's pro day on March 18 in Ann
Arbor. He's hoping NFL coaches will view him as something
in-between, like FB Mike Alstott of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
"It doesn't matter. I'm OK with playing fullback in the
league, but I'd like to do both," said Askew, who is the
ideal size for a fullback at 6-foot-2 1/2 and 241 pounds.
"I can do it all, I can run, block and catch. I'm big
enough to block, quick enough to run and I've got good hands.
Bring it on."
WORKOUT
NUMBERS
Gil Brandt of NFL.com reports, B.J. Askew worked out with a
broken left hand that was in a cast. He posted a 4.60 average
for his 40s, had a 35-inch vertical jump, and a 10-foot-1 long
jump. He ran a 4.13 in the short shuttle and 6.84 in the
three-cone drill. |
| Pagel |
Len Pasquarelli
of ESPN.com reports, SS Derek Pagel (Iowa) helped his draft
status at the combine. His coverage skills aren't as
polished as you want, and he is a little stiff, but he put the
standard 225-pound bench press up an eye-opening 25 times and
teams like his toughness. Pagel is a solidly-built prospect
and, while he's not what everyone is looking for at the
position, teams seem to be coming on to him.
Draft203.com reports, Derek
Pagel, Iowa -- 25 reps of 225 pounds... and averaged 4.55 in
the 40... pure SS that helped himself a lot...
WORKOUT
NUMBERS
Gil Brandt of
NFL.com reports, Pagel measured 6-1, 210 pounds and ran the 40
twice (4.63, 4.61). He had a 9-foot-9 long jump, but didn't do
the vertical jump because he did it at the Combine. He benched
25 times and did the three-cone drill in 6.50. |
| Walters |
AllProScouting.com
reports Matthew Walters measured 6044, 272, and did 30 reps (a
very good showing)
WORKOUT
NUMBERS
Gil Brandt reports, DE
Matt Walters, who did not run in Indianapolis, posted times of
4.74 and 4.79. |
| Bollinger |
Len Pasquarelli
of ESPN.com
reports Brooks Bollinger (Wisconsin) didn't do much to
improve his stock at the combine.
WORKOUT
NUMBERS
Gil Brandt of NFL.com reports,
Bollinger measured 6-1½, ran better than he did at the
Combine (4.71) and had a 32-inch vertical jump. Wisconsin
offensive coordinator Brian White, a former Harvard QB, thinks
Bollinger is one of the real sleepers in this draft. There
have been only seven players in college football history to
have won 30 or more games in his career as a starting
quarterback. Bollinger has everything you look for in a QB:
leadership, smarts, good feet, all the intangibles you want.
White predicts Bollinger will be a starting QB in the NFL. I
agree. |
2002
COLLEGE DRAFT
|
GRADE : B
The Jets "Draftniks"
may not have gotten it but I did. Thomas can be a
dominate edge rusher. Ellis can play the early downs
against the run and then Thomas can come in. In time
Thomas may replace Ellis as a full-time starter. when
you analyze this pick with their fourth round pick, DT Harper,
the Jets strategy becomes clear. Let their great
starting LBs take care of the run while their line gets after
the QB. Harper is a little small right now and is not a
traditional DT run stuffer, but he can provide a solid inside
pass rush. I love that pick. In addition, McGraw
has a chance to start at free safety and Baker is a good
number TE.
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