gjv001 Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 ESPN insider is reporting this. As earlier posted on this board, the Bills seem to want a scatback, so this would seem to further prove that theory. Anyone know what round Dexter McCluster is projected to go? His college stats: http://espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=191216 Seen him play a few times this season. No doubt he is an exciting back. But I would prefere the Bills to use the early rounds to build two dominating lines with depth. It's been a long time since we had lines that could knock people off the ball.
thewildrabbit Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 I'd rather see the Bills draft a Braylon Edwards / Plaxico Burriss type rather then another Roscoe Parrish / Ted Ginn Jr, thats just me tho.
Astrobot Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 Jacoby Ford (Clemson): Round 3, 5'9", 186lbs, 4.22 speed Trindon Holliday (LSU): Round 7A, 5'5", 166 lbs. 4.21 speed Brandon Banks, (KSU): Round 7B, 5'7" 149 lbs., 4.3 speed Tim Brown (Rutgers): UDFA, 5'7", 151 lbs., 4.4 speed
DanInSouthBuffalo Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 Could be an interesting 3rd round pick if he's still there. He'd be an interesting "wildcat" weapon.
T master Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 A 5'8" receiver ??? I thought the Bills were purging their roster of small receivers. Here is the write-up from the Sporting News Draft Central. Is Tom Donahoe back running the Bills draft ? This pic would be right up his ally. Pass Dexter McCluster WR, Mississippi War Room analysis STRENGTHS: McCluster is a very explosive athlete with the foot quicks, agility and elite playing speed to make big plays when he has the ball in his hands. He has outstanding run instincts/vision to find the hole/crease, can make the very fast jump-cut and has an explosive burst to get thru the hole in a flash. He has very good hands catching passes and is a dangerous runner after the catch. He is a very tough and highly competitive runner who keeps his legs churning, fights for every last yard and has the balance, agility and deceptive playing strength to keep feet vs hits and to run thru arm/grab tackles to consistently gain yards after contact. He has been a very versatile player at Mississippi playing primarily running back, but also lining up out at receiver at times and returning kicks/punts. He plays with great passion and intensity on every snap. WEAKNESSES: Obviously, McCluster's lack of ideal size is the biggest negative as it makes Dexter's durability a real concern. Despite being a very durable college player, he cannot be over-used in the NFL as players with his size have historically struggled to be durable when used too much. He is a very muscular player for his size and this build makes him seem a little tight and it hindered his ability to twist and catch passes thrown behind him consistently at the Senior Bowl. He is going to have to establish himself at one position having handled the ball in a variety of alignments in college. in college. McCluster had fumbling issues in college and put the ball on the ground in the Senior Bowl, so his struggles to protect the ball are definitely a real concern. BOTTOM LINE: McCluster is a short player who was super productive at Mississippi, but still had doubters before he went to the Senior Bowl and stood out all week. Obviously, his strong week in Mobile does not make him taller, but he was able to prove that he has the explosiveness, elusiveness, playing speed and receiving skills to be a productive player in the NFL if used correctly. Overall, McCluster has been moving up draft boards since he showed up in Mobile and we feel he is best suited to being drafted in the 3rd round, although he could be drafted higher if he blows up at the Combine. He reminds us of a combination of Darren Sproles, Deon Butler and Ahmad Bradshaw and we think he can be most productive in the NFL as a slot receiver, third-down back and star returner. McCluster, a running back/wide receiver from Ole Miss, has caught the eyes of many NFL personnel men at the Senior Bowl this week because of his speed and pass-catching ability. Though there are concerns about his size, McCluster (5-8, 165) raised his stock this week and might be working himself into the top two rounds of the draft. Go with spiller if were going to draft another RB would rather have a sure thing !!
seq004 Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 He is nothing like Roscoe Parrish. He is a talented football player Agreed, saw him play twice this year and was very impressed. Solid player.
Max997 Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 I'd rather see the Bills draft a Braylon Edwards / Plaxico Burriss type rather then another Roscoe Parrish / Ted Ginn Jr, thats just me tho. McCluster isnt anything like either of those guys, if you ever watched him play you would realize that and since when was Braylon Edwards any good? the guy had one good year in the NFL
BobbyC81 Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 he sounds a lot like a Roscoe...? 1st thing that came to my mind.
Flutieflakes Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 I could get used to this McCluster guy...... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp3RL2s5BV0
WordByrd Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 you know who else went to ole miss? aaron maybin? oh wait, no... it was the guy we SHOULD have drafted not named orakpo, Mr. Michael Oher.
thewildrabbit Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 McCluster isnt anything like either of those guys, if you ever watched him play you would realize that and since when was Braylon Edwards any good? the guy had one good year in the NFL yea meant to say Brandon Marshall
Marv's Neighbor Posted March 24, 2010 Posted March 24, 2010 I'd call the last 10 seasons a MCCLUSTER!
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