BADOLBILZ Posted March 10, 2016 Posted March 10, 2016 @NFL_CFB 4 teams schedule one of #NFLDraft's top LB prospects for workout --> http://on.nfl.com/1UgeUyH Bills will hold a private workout with Reggie Ragland. If they select Ragland at #19 they will have reached for need at ILB early in the draft for the FOURTH time since the "Show me the baby" era. Net result is that they have zero ILB they are happy with. They got lucky that Grigson called and bailed them out with Hughes in exchange for Sheppard and Kiko and Preston Brown each mustered one good season...........but you just can't keep passing by more talented players at more important positions early in the draft. If they needed an even more talented ILB they could have just offered McClain a 3 year $12M-$15M deal........peanuts. You won't find that kind of quality at QB, LT or non-psychotic pass rushers and WR for much less than $15m per year anymore........3x as much money. The cost of getting players at elite positions in free agency is a key reason why you don't draft run-first defenders in round 1.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @NFL_CFB Christian Hackenberg's stock took a hit. More #NFLDraft implications from #NFLFreeAgency: http://on.nfl.com/1p9mmzC
Buffalo Barbarian Posted March 10, 2016 Posted March 10, 2016 If they select Ragland at #19 they will have reached for need at ILB early in the draft for the FOURTH time since the "Show me the baby" era. Net result is that they have zero ILB they are happy with. They got lucky that Grigson called and bailed them out with Hughes in exchange for Sheppard and Kiko and Preston Brown each mustered one good season...........but you just can't keep passing by more talented players at more important positions early in the draft. If they needed an even more talented ILB they could have just offered McClain a 3 year $12M-$15M deal........peanuts. You won't find that kind of quality at QB, LT or non-psychotic pass rushers and WR for much less than $15m per year anymore........3x as much money. The cost of getting players at elite positions in free agency is a key reason why you don't draft run-first defenders in round 1. yep, (except for DT but he better be more than a plugger)
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @NFL Oklahoma's pro day. One player stood out. And he might eventually be a 100-pass catcher: http://on.nfl.com/1p9HTIE All the news and results from the fourth NFL regional scouting combine in Minnesota While the NFL Scouting Combine may have wrapped up last week, there are still lesser known draft eligible prospect doing their best to get noticed by NFL scouts. Saturday saw the fourth in a series of NFL Regional Scouting Combines that have been going on for several weeks now. So far we have brought you information from Regional Combines held in Houston, Arizona and Baltimore and last weekend saw this travelling road show set up in Minnesota, for the fourth version of this event.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 Lance Leipold: "A chance to observe and be proud" (10:24)UB Football HC Lance Leipold joined The John Murphy Show to recap Wednesday’s UB Pro Day inside the ADPRO Sports Training Center. Leipold shared his thoughts on QB Joe Licata, TE Matt Weiser, and the process of getting players ready for their future football careers.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @NFL_CFB .@ClemsonFB, @WinTheDay, @HailStateFB among schools holding pro days Thursday FULL pro-day schedule and results: http://on.nfl.com/1pal7jP March 10ClemsonFordhamFurmanHarvardIllinoisMiami (Ohio)Mississippi StateOregonTulsaWashington State
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @PatKirwanCBS Mock Draft #2: http://bit.ly/1LeAuSC 19. BUFFALO-ROBERT NKEMDICHE, DL, MISSISSIPPIRobert has talent, but he also has some shaky off the field questions to answer. @NFL_CFB #Bengals' Marvin Lewis, #Bills' Rex Ryan, #Colts' Chuck Pagano and #Steelers' Mike Tomlin in attendance for @ClemsonFB pro day
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @walterfootball Tons more from today's Pro Days by @TonyPauline posted - http://walterfootball.com/proday.php
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @ClemsonFB "I think it's the best program in the country." Bills head coach Rex Ryan on his son Seth, a holder for the Tigers.
CommonCents Posted March 10, 2016 Posted March 10, 2016 @ClemsonFB "I think it's the best program in the country." Bills head coach Rex Ryan on his son Seth, a holder for the Tigers. Caption that picture lol. Rex : I'm drafting all these guys go home Tomlin.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 Ohio State in 'survival' mode as historic Buckeyes pro day approaches Urban Meyer is hoping Ohio State can survive, roster-wise, as the Buckeyes get prepared to trot out more than a dozen players at pro day on Friday. 2016 NFL Draft: Clemson CB Alexander popular viewing at pro day Third-ranked cornerback Mackensie Alexander said he answered critics of his speed and hands at Clemson's pro day Thursday.
John from Riverside Posted March 10, 2016 Posted March 10, 2016 If they select Ragland at #19 they will have reached for need at ILB early in the draft for the FOURTH time since the "Show me the baby" era. Net result is that they have zero ILB they are happy with. They got lucky that Grigson called and bailed them out with Hughes in exchange for Sheppard and Kiko and Preston Brown each mustered one good season...........but you just can't keep passing by more talented players at more important positions early in the draft. If they needed an even more talented ILB they could have just offered McClain a 3 year $12M-$15M deal........peanuts. You won't find that kind of quality at QB, LT or non-psychotic pass rushers and WR for much less than $15m per year anymore........3x as much money. The cost of getting players at elite positions in free agency is a key reason why you don't draft run-first defenders in round 1. I dont disagree on Ragland....I am wondering who your 19th selection would be
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @NFL_CFB Defensive line coaches from 3 NFL teams check out Illinois' Jihad Ward --> http://on.nfl.com/1pbg9mS Representatives from 32 NFL teams -- including defensive line coaches from the Cincinnati Bengals, Houston Texans and New England Patriots -- were on hand for the first pro day run by new Illinois coach Lovie Smith on Thursday. @walterfootball Lots more from today's Pro Days from @TonyPauline including #Clemson results - http://walterfootball.com/proday.php Clemson Players, scouts and coaches are leaving Clemson, and here is the latest word.Kevin Dodd looked terrific in both defensive line and linebacker drills, displaying a lot of athleticism and ease moving around the field. His testing numbers included a 30.5-inch vertical jump, 9-2 broad jump, 4.44 in the short shuttle and 7.31 in the 3-cone. He also completed 22 reps on the bench press. The question now is how early in Round 1 will Dodd be selected?I'm told Shaq Lawson also looked good in defensive line drills, but struggled when put through the battery of linebacker drills.People are gushing over the position workout of Mackensie Alexander. He was very fluid and natural in all his movements. Teams love the versatility he offers and the ability to line up in multiple coverages; man coverage, backed off the line, and zone. Many are critical of Alexander's stats last season: 5 PBUs and no interceptions, but as one scout rightfully said to me, "He can't intercept the ball if no one is throwing it his way!"T.J. Green looked much better in his positional workout at pro day compared to the Combine. He was smooth, and his footwork was much better. Green ran the short shuttle (4.4) and 3-cone (7.12) today.Conversely, scouts were not impressed by the positional work of Jayron Kearse. He was not as nearly as quick or smooth when taking reps with Green or Alexander. As one source said, Kearse may be best off adding 20 pounds and moving to linebacker.Finally, B.J. Goodson had a very good day in position drills and helped his stock.
John from Riverside Posted March 10, 2016 Posted March 10, 2016 Kevin Dodd really sounds like a sleeper pick at 19 One of those guys its like "where did he come from"
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 Kevin Dodd really sounds like a sleeper pick at 19 One of those guys its like "where did he come from" @TonyPauline Dodd and Alexander shine at Clemson pro-day....Indianapolis Colts send their tight end coach to Harvard.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 Clemson's Lawson, Alexander shake off CFP injuries at Pro Day Clemson defensive end Shaq Lawson and cornerback Mackensie Alexander showed NFL personnel they have recovered from injuries during the College Football Playoffs. Several coaches were among the crowd — including Cincinnati's Marvin Lewis, Chuck Pagano from Indianapolis, Buffalo's Rex Ryan and Pittsburgh's Mike Tomlin — watching Lawson, Alexander and a third potential first-round draft pick in Kevin Dodd go through drills at the school's indoor workout facility.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @PFWeekly Video: Nick Saban speaks about his team's pro prospects at Pro Day: http://shawurl.com/2gmi (WBRC) #RollTide
26CornerBlitz Posted March 10, 2016 Author Posted March 10, 2016 @NFL_CFB Big changes to #NFLDraft needs for many teams after 1st free-agent wave (via @LanceZierlein) http://on.nfl.com/1pbweZQ 19. Buffalo Bills2015 record: 8-8 (.508)Top need: Right tackleOther needs: Defensive line, wide receiver, linebacker, kickerTop prospects at positional needs: OT: Laremy Tunsil (Ole Miss), Ronnie Stanley (Notre Dame), Jack Conklin (Michigan State); DL: DeForest Buckner (Oregon), Joey Bosa (Ohio State), A'Shawn Robinson (Alabama), Andrew Billings (Baylor); WR: Laquon Treadwell (Ole Miss), Tyler Boyd (Pittsburgh), Corey Coleman (Baylor); LB: Myles Jack (UCLA), Jaylon Smith (Notre Dame), Leonard Floyd (Georgia); K: Roberto Aguayo (Florida State), Ka'imi Fairbairn (UCLA), Ross Martin (Duke).Analysis: It wasn't that long ago that the Bills selected both Seantrel Henderson and Cyrus Kouandjio in the same draft to compete for the right tackle spot. Unfortunately, it is looking like neither guy will end up becoming the starter of the future, and the Bills just might agree with that sentiment. The Bills need an upgrade in talent at most of the linebacker positions. It is also looking like time to add depth all along the defensive line.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 11, 2016 Author Posted March 11, 2016 @walterfootball Final Pro Day Results of the day by @TonyPauline posted - http://walterfootball.com/proday.php
BADOLBILZ Posted March 11, 2016 Posted March 11, 2016 I dont disagree on Ragland....I am wondering who your 19th selection would be Right now I am still formulating that. First choice would be a QB. A good backup QB is worth more than a lot of starting positions and good QB's will be regularly worth $30M soon. The value of the position dwarfs all others. With the realization that the Bills won't do that.......I like Myles Jack but he won't be there at #19. I would be looking to trade up for him but not using next years #1. I think the perceived value in rounds 2 thru 4 might make it easier than expected to move up closer to #10 though should he slip. To me, he offers All Pro type value in RR scheme but translates to any scheme at a pro bowl level at least. Pass rusher is my #2 priority position...Dodd looks very good, I like the huge upside and he is scheme versatile........I think he may go the way of Ziggy Ansah on draft day though because his ceiling is as a monster $20M pass rusher. I've gotta' watch some more video of some of these guys with inside pass rush potential and scheme versatility.....I don't like the Alabama guys there, they are not pass rushers and could get redundant in a hurry if the Bills converted to a 4-3 under a new coaching staff in 2017..........but from what I've seen I don't really see anybody pop out to me like Aaron Donald did and they keep invoking his name. I'm very interested to see how Treadwell does at his pro day.........I wouldn't reach for need but if he shows some explosiveness to go with the rest of his polished game......well the #1 need of the team in general is a WR2 to help further prop up Tyrod so aside from Jack he might be able to provide the most initial bang for the buck to boot. Tyrod is capable of great production but is probably never going to be the type to dissect a defense by throwing to 7 different guys every game so he needs quality targets who get open and can run the routes that Tyrod throws best. I view Tyrod as a power hitter with a couple holes in his swing..........he really needs protection batting 3rd in the lineup. Sammy is his cleanup hitter.......now they need some more table setters in front to make it hard to not throw him strikes. Of course I add weight to the key positions so LT and CB are priorities as well........and one of the top prospects there may slip.
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