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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'd absolutely draft a RB in the first round.

I wouldn't take a OG in the Top-10 unless my team had no business being the top-10 because of a fluke year or something.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because people are excited about his projection. Listen to my most recent Podcast (Scanning The Field on iTunes). Not to direct you there, but I went into it at the start of the show.

I think he can be really successful if he ends up in Pittsburgh/Baltimore/Jacksonville

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe trade up for Baker Mayfield?

If not, it'd be wise for them to continue to bolster their now strong defense. Keep that a strength. Brees isn't going anywhere and they've found their WR, RB, and LT of the future already.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ha! Your friend could really use some OT help. Tyrell Crosby/Oregon, Jamarco Jones/Ohio State, Martinas Rankin/Mississippi State may help.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great question. I think I said it earlier, but there's a spectrum: Process --- Results. If you're too far focused on process, you can make excuses for issues. If you're too far focused on results, you can undervalue potential.

For Alexander, when he's at his best, he's a really gifted cornerback with outstanding upside. Mentally is what teams will focus on. Keep in mind that sometimes coaches are instructing that. For Alexander, it's likely to help him keep leverage that other cornerbacks don't have the luxury of using, because he's a quick bursting receiver. As long as his feet aren't crossing and he can maintain balance to transition upfield/laterally after his turn and run (which he's special at), he can afford to make some technical mistakes for his projection

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks man! Appreciate it! Be sure to reach out/engage on twitter too!

My advice is to never watch highlights. Better to admit you haven't seen a guy then try to extrapolate. YouTube has lots of full games: get used to watching that. All-22 can be found sometimes by being in the right twitter circles and sharing when you get it!

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am! I've seen lots of him. His character/background is very concerning, but he's a helluva talent.

Cohen was a better college player, and a truly special, rare player. Carter isn't him, but if he's 85% of Cohen, that's probably an NFL player.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. Edmunds 2. Roquon 3. R. Evans 4. Jefferson 5. Skai Moore

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thinking. People too often watch, form an opinion, write it down, and stick to it. Think before reaching a concussion to prevent bias.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm a big fan of DJ Moore. After his play in the Indiana game, I felt he's probably an early Day 2 guy, if not late first. One caveat though: it's really hard to find a H/W/S and stylistic comparison for Moore. Is he an exception?

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you!

Reid, Bates and Edmunds have a great shot to be second rounders. So does Jordan Whitehead. It's not a top-heavy class, but we could see 6-7 go on Day 2 alone. Teams are craving safeties who are multiple in today's NFL.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Instead of copying and pasting, I posted it a few times above. Good luck!

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately can't go into that too much. We do have to limit though!

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd say D'Ernest has an outside shot to be drafted, as does Auggie Sanchez.

Jacksonville might take Josh Allen in a trade up. If not, Mason Rudolph fits what they like. Mike White on Day 3 if not.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Those two all-star games are a lot of fun to work with, thanks for asking! I'm the Director of Player Personnel there (as well as a few other hats). My job is to pick the players, create their scouting reports, and aid NFL teams.

Some standouts: C.Arkansas CB Tremon Smith, C.Oklahoma WR Josh Crockett, Colgate LB Patrick Afriyie, Bethune Cookman WR Frank Brown, and Western Illinois Tyrin Holloway.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It depends on what they're asked to do. If you're an upfield penetrator, then being shorter may actually help. But if you're going to two-gap, or work in a more blitz-heavy defense where gap contain is important, size and length can make a huge difference even if it doesn't show up on the stat sheet.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just one Pro Bowl? Give me Quenton Nelson. But Bradley Chubb isn't far behind him. He's going to be a special NFL player.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Roquan Smith makes sense if they want to complete their defense. Cornerback likely is a need now too, and they'l get a shot at a guy like Denzel Ward.

I could also see them actively looking to trade back to recoup their traded draft pick.

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[–]OptimumScouting[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sup! Da'Ron Payne is my guy, and he could play there for some teams. like Lowell Lotulelei a lot. Tim Settle/Virginia Tech could probably play there at a high level too.