Sean Ryan makes sense . . . .

[Woods]

Remember about 2 weeks ago we brough in the TE FA from the Panthers (I think) for a blocking TE? BP told him he'd talk to him after the draft.

The rationale was that BP wanted to ensure our running game wouldn't falter if one of our 2 TEs got injured.

Sean Ryan is 6' 4" and 270 lbs. The write-up on him in sportsline is solid. He's a strong blocker who can take on DEs and LBs.

I think he was nominaned as the most competitive athlete in the Big East, according to the write-up.

In any case, this pick-up is to help in the running game, IMO.

[Avery]

Could be, I just didn't see us going after TE in this draft.

We could be looking at some guys slipping out of the draft that might be worth a look.

[AlcoholicNinja]

The pick actually sounds pretty good imo

[Ken]

Remember about 2 weeks ago we brough in the TE FA from the Panthers (I think) for a blocking TE? BP told him he'd talk to him after the draft.

The rationale was that BP wanted to ensure our running game wouldn't falter if one of our 2 TEs got injured.

Sean Ryan is 6' 4" and 270 lbs. The write-up on him in sportsline is solid. He's a strong blocker who can take on DEs and LBs.

I think he was nominaned as the most competitive athlete in the Big East, according to the write-up.

In any case, this pick-up is to help in the running game, IMO.
Well, Goose liked this pick too.

I could care less for it but what the heck do i know.

[D41lasCowboys31]

Seems like a solid pick at this point in the draft but with our current TE slots I didnt think we would draft one.

[chicago JK]

Goose likes Ryan. Said he is the best blocking TE in the draft. tough kid. Boston college kids lineman are usually good gets. I have no idea on Thorton or Ryan but Goose likes them both.

[LaTunaNostra]

Well, one thing that's true of BC tight ends is they are as good blockers as their more famous teammate linemen, but rarely get the press.


Sean Ryan, TE, Boston College
Height: 6:04.4 Weight: 268

Overview: Four-year starter who moved into the lineup early in his freshman season...Possessing exceptional football character, Sean is an unbelievable worker in the weight room and will make that extra effort to improve himself...Joined the Eagles as a defensive end, but found a home on offense when he shifted to tight end as a sophomore...Called the "most competitive player in the Big East" by USA Today, Sean hauled in 75 passes for 950 yards (12.7 avg) and 12 touchdowns in 37 games on offense...He also recorded 48 tackles (31 solos) with an 18-yard sack, three stops behind the line of scrimmage on defense, two pass deflections, a fumble recovery and a quarterback pressure...His 12 scoring grabs rank second in school history among Eagle tight ends (sixth overall).

Analysis: Positives...Outgoing and personable athlete who looks the part of a prototype tight end long torso with good chest muscle development, thick arms, thickness in his lower body and the frame to add more bulk with no drop-off in speed...Called the "hardest worker on the team" by the BC coaching staff...Physical blocker with the power to dominate larger defensive lineman and the quickness to separate from linebackers on pass routes...Has the body control to easily adjust to the poorly thrown pass...Very agile for a player his size, doing a nice job with his juking and head fakes to sell and con the defenders in attempts to gain separation...His acceleration off the line allows him to get into his patterns, showing urgency in his patterns...Very effective using his leg drive and hand extension to avoid the jam (takes no false steps and shows no hesitation in his release)... His patterns are very crisp for a player his size, showing good route definition and the ability to uncover with his body control and quickness...Provides the quarterback with a big target (one that will adjust and compete for the contested ball)...Seals the corner with authority and has the range to get out and lead on sweeps...Maintains concentration going up for the ball in a crowd and the toughness needed to fight for additional yardage after the catch...Has above average body flexibility, making twisting adjustments to reach the ball at its high point...Runs hard, using his lower body power to run over defenders...Can make proper adjustments blocking in space, using his hands effectively to tie up the defenders long enough when working in the second level.

Negatives...Has good hands, but will bobble the ball, on occasion...Runs hard after the catch, but lacks that sudden burst needed to elude (compensates with power to drive through the defenders)...Improving as an in-line blocker, giving good effort, but needs to get out quicker when lead blocking for the ground game (will try to out-muscle rather than finesse block, but is still developing the power he needs to be consistent in this area)...Has good hands, but will bobble the ball, especially when trying to make the over-the-shoulder grabs...Has good acceleration, but lacks the burst to separate (has the leg drive to compensate in attempts to gain yardage after the catch).

Agility tests: 4.97 in the 40-yard dash...360-pound bench press...Bench presses 225 pounds 22 times... 32 1/2-inch vertical jump...33-inch arm length...10 3/8-inch hands...Ambidextrous...34/48 Wonderlic score.

High school: Attended St. Joseph's (Buffalo, N.Y.) High, competing in football for coach Bob O'Connor, earning All-State honors as a senior...Three-time All-League and All-City choice...Also lettered in basketball and lacrosse...Attended Worcester Academy for for one year after graduating from St. Joseph's.

Personal: History major, enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences (2.9 grade point average)... Only child of Eileen and Joseph Ryan...Born Sean P. Ryan on 3/27/80...Resides in Buffalo, New York.

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[Woods]

Well, one thing that's true of BC tight ends is they are as good blockers as their more famous teammate linemen, but rarely get the press.


Sean Ryan, TE, Boston College
Height: 6:04.4 Weight: 268

Overview: Four-year starter who moved into the lineup early in his freshman season...Possessing exceptional football character, Sean is an unbelievable worker in the weight room and will make that extra effort to improve himself...Joined the Eagles as a defensive end, but found a home on offense when he shifted to tight end as a sophomore...Called the "most competitive player in the Big East" by USA Today, Sean hauled in 75 passes for 950 yards (12.7 avg) and 12 touchdowns in 37 games on offense...He also recorded 48 tackles (31 solos) with an 18-yard sack, three stops behind the line of scrimmage on defense, two pass deflections, a fumble recovery and a quarterback pressure...His 12 scoring grabs rank second in school history among Eagle tight ends (sixth overall).

Analysis: Positives...Outgoing and personable athlete who looks the part of a prototype tight end long torso with good chest muscle development, thick arms, thickness in his lower body and the frame to add more bulk with no drop-off in speed...Called the "hardest worker on the team" by the BC coaching staff...Physical blocker with the power to dominate larger defensive lineman and the quickness to separate from linebackers on pass routes...Has the body control to easily adjust to the poorly thrown pass...Very agile for a player his size, doing a nice job with his juking and head fakes to sell and con the defenders in attempts to gain separation...His acceleration off the line allows him to get into his patterns, showing urgency in his patterns...Very effective using his leg drive and hand extension to avoid the jam (takes no false steps and shows no hesitation in his release)... His patterns are very crisp for a player his size, showing good route definition and the ability to uncover with his body control and quickness...Provides the quarterback with a big target (one that will adjust and compete for the contested ball)...Seals the corner with authority and has the range to get out and lead on sweeps...Maintains concentration going up for the ball in a crowd and the toughness needed to fight for additional yardage after the catch...Has above average body flexibility, making twisting adjustments to reach the ball at its high point...Runs hard, using his lower body power to run over defenders...Can make proper adjustments blocking in space, using his hands effectively to tie up the defenders long enough when working in the second level.

Negatives...Has good hands, but will bobble the ball, on occasion...Runs hard after the catch, but lacks that sudden burst needed to elude (compensates with power to drive through the defenders)...Improving as an in-line blocker, giving good effort, but needs to get out quicker when lead blocking for the ground game (will try to out-muscle rather than finesse block, but is still developing the power he needs to be consistent in this area)...Has good hands, but will bobble the ball, especially when trying to make the over-the-shoulder grabs...Has good acceleration, but lacks the burst to separate (has the leg drive to compensate in attempts to gain yardage after the catch).

Agility tests: 4.97 in the 40-yard dash...360-pound bench press...Bench presses 225 pounds 22 times... 32 1/2-inch vertical jump...33-inch arm length...10 3/8-inch hands...Ambidextrous...34/48 Wonderlic score.

High school: Attended St. Joseph's (Buffalo, N.Y.) High, competing in football for coach Bob O'Connor, earning All-State honors as a senior...Three-time All-League and All-City choice...Also lettered in basketball and lacrosse...Attended Worcester Academy for for one year after graduating from St. Joseph's.

Personal: History major, enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences (2.9 grade point average)... Only child of Eileen and Joseph Ryan...Born Sean P. Ryan on 3/27/80...Resides in Buffalo, New York.

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Herms,

This guy sounds like a BP player, if there is one.

Smart, extremely hard working, tough, dedicated, competitive, and gritty.

[cowheel]

Goose likes Ryan. Said he is the best blocking TE in the draft. tough kid. Boston college kids lineman are usually good gets. I have no idea on Thorton or Ryan but Goose likes them both.
...i understand BP was looking for a blocking TE....
so why not draft a TE like Jason Peters ----
a guy that is not only a blockng TE.....
but a guy who also could develop into a dominating tackle?

[LaTunaNostra]

Yeah, and labored in the shadow of the Snees, Koppens, Hoffmans, and Bells.

I guess he was drafted to eventually replace Campbell.

[chicago JK]

I heard Scott Pioli say that Peters was more of a skilled player and he didn't know if he could make a transition to tackle.