A Quick Note About Levi Wallace.....

[Bill from NYC]

Levi Wallace was an actual walk on. That's right. a walk on at the University of Alabama who made the team. I am not saying that the kid has Minkah Fitzpatrick type talent. He does not. But, he works his ass off and I have seen him make some clutch plays for the Tide.

 

Now, I am not qualified (nor do I focus on defensive backs enough) to predict how well he makes the transition to the NFL. What I do know is that Saban loves him (btw Saban started as a defensive backs coach) and Calvin Ridley praises him. The following link is a nice read.

 

A qb? A pass rusher and a DT? Late round and a UFA defensive backs? I don't know how it will turn out, but this is my favorite draft in 20 years or so.

 

 

http://www.espn.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/130603/how-levi-wallace-went-from-a-walk-on-to-a-star-at-alabama

 

 

[billsfan1959]

11 minutes ago, Bill from NYC said:

Levi Wallace was an actual walk on. That's right. a walk on at the University of Alabama who made the team. I am not saying that the kid has Minkah Fitzpatrick type talent. He does not. But, he works his ass off and I have seen him make some clutch plays for the Tide.

 

Now, I am not qualified (nor do I focus on defensive backs enough) to predict how well he makes the transition to the NFL. What I do know is that Saban loves him (btw Saban started as a defensive backs coach) and Calvin Ridley praises him. The following link is a nice read.

 

A qb? A pass rusher and a DT? Late round and a UFA defensive backs? I don't know how it will turn out, but this is my favorite draft in 20 years or so.

 

 

http://www.espn.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/130603/how-levi-wallace-went-from-a-walk-on-to-a-star-at-alabama

 

 

Thanks for the link. Good read and I am really rooting for the kid. I'm with you, I really like this draft - and I feel better about the direction of this franchise than I have in many years. 

[Pine Barrens Mafia]

Well I for one am relieved that your head didn’t explode from the choice of so many db in this draft! Welcome back bill!

[sjjr]

Was the best cover corner on Alabama for most of the season.  Should have a good chance at nickel.

[Niagara Dude]

The guy is too slow,  bad draft and followed by poor signings.

[Seanbillsfan2206]

7 minutes ago, Niagara Dude said:

The guy is too slow,  bad draft and followed by poor signings.

Omg shut up

[Hapless Bills Fan]

8 minutes ago, Niagara Dude said:

The guy is too slow,  bad draft and followed by poor signings.

 

Fast enough for 18 pass defenses and 3 INTs.  I'm sure it's his work ethic and dedication (walk-on to Sr starter at Alabama) that earned him an UDFA shot.

 

Zierlein's take is he's got a "better than average chance to make an NFL roster" and the thing he most needs to develop is strength, strong WR can out-muscle him at this point.  https://www.nfl.com/prospects/levi-wallace?id=32462018-0002-5599-37dc-f8dc32c7ecf3

 

 

[CSBill]

1 hour ago, Bill from NYC said:

A qb? A pass rusher and a DT? Late round and a UFA defensive backs? I don't know how it will turn out, but this is my favorite draft in 20 years or so.

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Agreed!

[Cripple Creek]

26 minutes ago, Niagara Dude said:

The guy is too slow,  bad draft and followed by poor signings.

Hi Dick!

[atlbillsfan1975]

I will take anyone from Bama or UGA as an UDFA signing. These players come from great systems and play against the best competitors each day at practice and in games. 

 

[Jpsredemption]

Easy to root for guys like this.

[Bag of Milk]

If the Bills add a defensive back to the roster and

Bill from NYC  endorses it, that's good enough for me.

Go Bills!

Edited April 29, 2018 by Bag of Milk

[Doc]

2 hours ago, Bill from NYC said:

Levi Wallace was an actual walk on. That's right. a walk on at the University of Alabama who made the team. I am not saying that the kid has Minkah Fitzpatrick type talent. He does not. But, he works his ass off and I have seen him make some clutch plays for the Tide.

 

Now, I am not qualified (nor do I focus on defensive backs enough) to predict how well he makes the transition to the NFL. What I do know is that Saban loves him (btw Saban started as a defensive backs coach) and Calvin Ridley praises him. The following link is a nice read.

 

A qb? A pass rusher and a DT? Late round and a UFA defensive backs? I don't know how it will turn out, but this is my favorite draft in 20 years or so.

 

 

http://www.espn.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/130603/how-levi-wallace-went-from-a-walk-on-to-a-star-at-alabama

 

I knew you'd love this draft.

[Kwai San]

1 hour ago, Niagara Dude said:

The guy is too slow,  bad draft and followed by poor signings.

 

Richard Cranium??  Is that you????

Edited April 29, 2018 by Kwai San

[section122]

8 minutes ago, Bag of Milk said:

If the Bills add a defensive back to the roster and

Bill from NYC  endorses it, that's good enoughfor me.

Go Bills!

 

My thoughts exactly!

 

Glad to see you Bill and glad you liked the draft! Since you liked it how bout an old school game day thread breaking them down?  

[boyst]

10 minutes ago, Bag of Milk said:

If the Bills add a defensive back to the roster and

Bill from NYC  endorses it, that's good enoughfor me.

Go Bills!

He did go.to the second rate school of the state of Alabama.

[RocCityRoller]

1 hour ago, atlbillsfan1975 said:

I will take anyone from Bama or UGA as an UDFA signing. These players come from great systems and play against the best competitors each day at practice and in games. 

 

 

I like the way you think!

[Sky Diver]

Foster and Wallace are solid players. It will be interesting to see them compete.

[C.Biscuit97]

Bill likes an Alabama player??? Next you’re going to tell me he hates cornerbacks in the 1st round!!!

Edited April 29, 2018 by C.Biscuit97

[WideRightRevenge]

37 minutes ago, Kwai San said:

 

Richard Cranium??  Is that you????

  That brought out a nice laugh ... nice work Kwai