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note, if you want more videos, I put alot of these players in 2011 special draft section.
http://cowboyszone.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209176
First, before we get to the Cowboys draft this year, we have to start at the beginning of the Dallas Cowboys with their winning tradition that started with our Great Head Coach Tom Landry, and later re-established with Jimmy Johnson leadership as a head coach and physologist which taught Jimmy how to motivate players for football and even in life like the great Vince Lombardi. These great coaches, Landry, Lombardi, and Jimmy Johnson were disciplinarians to a large degree. In that to me is how you start building a football team with discipline, which Jimmy Johnson taught the Dallas Cowboys that were losing their first couple of years you can win, with discipline, focus, intensity, heart, desire to be the best, commitment and hard work. Jimmy would say, the difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra you give. Treat a person as he is , and he will remain as he is. Treat him as he could be, and he will become what he should be. We all saw how Jimmy Johnson got rid of the players that were fat, didn't want to work, and give that extra, towards players doing it the Cowboy way. In this, Jimmy knew what players were capable of achieving, and you have to have that ability as a head coach to see that in a player and draw it out of that player. With setting the mark, the cowboy way Dallas Cowboys players achieved their greatness that Jimmy set for them. Jimmy knew those players could achieve that once they believed and the hard work was put in. And the players during the 90's said its what drove us to become the great team we became. Learning this was a little unknown QB for the Cowboys as most fans, didn't know to much about Jason Garrett till he won a game against the Packers one year, the rest is history being born now. Jason Garrett learned this type of disclipine from Coach Johnson that worked for the Cowboys. And Jason saw how the team got tore down alittle when Switzer came here, and what worked and didnt work coaching wise and how Jerry Jones worked with Jimmy, Switzer and Gailey. So, Jason has a grasp of the cowboys way and way this team should be run and how to convey that to Jerry Jones, since Jerry knew Jason's dad too.
In this you have to have an identity of your team. Now, listen to an interview by Jason Garrett in the link below. I am going to give you the first interview of Jason Garrett becoming head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, then Jason's interview with espn about the 2011 NFL Draft for the Cowboys. So, listen intently first.
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It starts about 2:50 with Jason Talking
http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/cowboys/post/_/id/4679689/cowboys-close-draft-with-ol-nagy
Now, listen to Jason Garrett as the Dallas Cowboys Press Conference on the last day after the draft.
http://www.dallascowboys.com/multime...2D9F3B7C36127B
Now, if some of you forgot, the cowboy way was stacking one good day on top of the other one. Jason was there late at night with the scouting department, pouring over prospects, and asking hard questions like Jerry Jones said to the scouts your behind this player and he can play and wants to and you as a scout are ready to lay it on the line, saying that player the scout suggests can play. I am not sure if some of you knew this or not, but Wade Phillips would hardly go over in detail like Jason would with the scouts, but wade basically I like that player, and I can make him fit like Jason Williams. We all know how that worked out. Not Jason, he poured hours and hours into asking coaches like Butch Davis about Carter, how healthy he was, his heart, intensity. Jason covered the basics and went beyond that. This is the mark of a great head coach in the making. Don't misunderstand me, Jason has to learn some things and continue to grow as a head coach, even Jason said so in an interview.
Now, let me take you back to the first day the Dallas Cowboys knew Jason Garrett was head coach. Our star defender DeMarcus Ware, said on thefan105.3 that when Ware walked into the facility up on the board, in big red letters, was just 2 words, Full Pads. First, words out of Ware's mouth was oh, man do we have to do that, something like that. Let's advance to Teddy Bruschi on ESPN's coverage report on teams draft. Bruschi remarked that under wade who was basically a soft coach, the team took advantage of that, didn't work hard, and didn't have discipline all across the board the first 8 games Wade coached. That all changed when Jason took over, and has continued to change to the cowboy's way.
Jason, went on to say if you listened, the kind of guys we want on our football team. The players we selected represent that, being good football players and create competition with the veterans on our team, and their all mostly from big schools. When asked, what is your right kind of guy as head coach of the cowboys, Jason said football players that love to play the game, jumps out at you, physically and aggressively, that plays with passion, enthusiasm, emotion and plays that way every play. And it goes to it, that most of the players we picked were team captains as leaders and works hard. When asked what is wrong kind of guy, Jason replied, guys who don't love football, don't love to work, and don't want to be around their teammates (in conditioning, working out, reminds you of a former player like Roy Williams safety that worked out by himself), with the guys who aren't trying to be the best.
Again, the above topics I have mentioned are being made towards some players on this team. If you had listened to the draft while it was going on, Jerry Jones said that their is a player on this team, that we have tried to get to play on special teams and other aspects and we can't get that done from him. This same attitude was in another player to a degree when the Cowboys approached Flozell Adams several times to play the ROT position to help the team, yet Flozell refused from what I remember. Yet, what happened when Flozell went to the Steelers, Flozell played the ROT position. It's all about attitude on this team, with discipline, that was broken down by wade while he was coaching here, and allowing players to do what they wanted and got away with things. Just like Columbo said one time, after Jason Garrett took over and had the players in pads (something that wade didnt like players to hit and tackle in practice in pads, even in training camp), but Columbo said it was by no accident that our running game improved when we went back to pads on Wednesdays. This atmosphere is being stamped of hard work,the cowboy way as well as leadership from players that love to play the game and help out in whatever position the coaches want the players to play and help.
So, Jason had to put his stamp on the team, when Garrett first took over, and now with his first draft. I don't know about you all, but I loved it when I saw Jerry and looked like Jason, and Stephen were in some heated debate. Jerry Jones even said so in the interview if you listened on one of the players the cowboys drafted, the fullback, and waited to draft him. You as a head coach have to let the team know your the head coach, there will be discipline and consequiences if you dont play hard and contribute and work out. The new sheriff is in town, and here to stay. Jason Garrett, now on to the draft picks.
The Dallas Cowboys were pretty much one dimensional when they played last year with Columbo at ROT. Teams eventually figured this out and loaded up on one side to stop the run. When your ROT is hurt and basically you have no backup ready, you can't run to that side and that in itself limits things you can do offensively as a team, while making it hard on Tony Romo as a passer, and eventually that carries to the defense to get tired and wore out. Adding into this was the sad meltdown by wade ruining the team by letting them be soft and not physically and mentally tough. We all saw how that changed when Jason started players in pads on Wednesday, and fixing errors on the field, instead of waiting like wade would do to fix those errors in film room or the next day in walkthroughs. So, addresing that, we had our first player taken by the Cowboys Tyron Smith.
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Read more:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/draft-2011/players/80638.html#ixzz1KsBuWdmb
Tyron Smith, T
Height: 6-foot-6Weight: 285 poundsSchool: USCScouting Report
Because of his remarkable athleticism, Smith stood out as a pass protector while playing right tackle for the Trojans during his sophomore season. But at 285 pounds, he wasn't thought of as someone who would be ready for the NFL anytime soon. That changed when Smith added 22 pounds and backed up his solid 2009 campaign with an outstanding junior season. Smith has drawn comparisons to Jets tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson, but while Ferguson was a no-doubt left tackle when he left Virginia, Smith hasn't played on that side except as a freshman backup. Smith also missed a chance to impress scouts at the NFL scouting combine, when he didn't participate in drills after recovering from a minor knee procedure that left some fluid. That said, the injury isn't expected to affect his draft stock, which is currently sky high. His ideal frame and quick feet have scouts convinced a move to left tackle won't be a problem, and that there's lots to back up that line of thinking. He has no trouble staying in front of speed rushers, holds his blocks and - with the added weight - isn't physically overwhelmed with bull rushers. He's also strong in the running game, gets to the second level and attacks with a noticeable mean streak. Smith's football I.Q. isn't particularly great, though, and that's led to a few flameouts at his position in the past. He also needs to work on his blitz pickups. A few minor deficiencies, however, aren't going to keep someone from grabbing Smith anywhere from the fifth to 15th pick in the first round.
Now watch Tyron cut block a defender, then on another player go downfield after making contact with the defensive linemen at line of scrimmage, keep hustliing till the whistle, not standing around and watch like some of our offensive linemen last year see romo get hit, while the OL was just standing there, Duh!
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Now, listen to this interview, break down and show you on film more about Tyron. His measurables are 6-5 7/8 or so, depends on which mag or draft site, at just 20 years old. McShay duh, got his age wrong, he isn't 21, but 20, with 36 inch arms, weighing 305 and 4.95 to 5.05 speed in the 40. See the explosion this kid has, and just think in 2 years or so, after working out more in gym and cowboys facility, Tyron will get bigger and stronger. The ceiling is huge for Tyron Smith, to play at least 14 years for the cowboys and be effective and all pro a bunch of times.
Now, listen to interview with tryon and jerry jones on hard work that was instilled in tyron at an early early age, and knows what a dollar is.
http://www.dallascowboys.com/multim...es.cfm?id=A2A1936E-C292-A3DA-2CC7CFC61D031845
This is Jason Garrett's first stamp on the Dallas Cowboys getting a player that works hard, grew up having to work and having that instilled in him as a person and human being. Listen to Jason talk about Tyron, playing at high level, and who he can be and plays the right way. When your watching film of a player, you have to see the player jump out at you on film, to really want a player. Tyron excels at that. Sure, Tyron got beat in some games, but he kept coming back and battling and playing to the whistle. This is the stamp of a player that Jason Garrett wants from his players, that have the measurables, intensity and desire. Did you hear about our scouts talking to Tyron high school coaches and getting his background. Thats what you do as a scout zoners, getting to know the person and who he is and if he is the right kind of guy. Just like Hos said, this will be an impact player, an OT that can lock down the LOT position in time, and stay there for years, helping the Cowboys win championships with the right approach.
Hudson Houck says he will eventually play LT, which will allow Doug Free to move back to ROT, who subed for Columbo in midseason in 2009. Houck also said they had in all the other Olinemen and Smith was in a different category.
The great Goose Gosselin said he is a three contract guy, at age 20 he will sign his last contract , that at least 15 years that the Cowboys wont have to worry about OT.
Going back into the war room, Jason Garrett wasn't intent just to have hit big time on a OT that could be one of the best OT's in the league. This same player Tyron also has studied film from Baker a former player at USC and playing in the NFL.
So, trying to improve the Dallas Cowboys and getting approval of Jerry Jones, working together, the Cowboys tried to trade back up Friday night to get a RB, Ingram. NE shot our deal down, with trading to the Saints,and if any of you were watching the Cowboys war room, you could tell Jason was fuming. Now, again, thats intensity that I want from our head coach. So, going back to the drawing board, the Cowboys prepared for day 2.
Day 2, The Dallas Cowboys take Bruce Carter, linebacker from North Carolina. Now lets look at mesurables and videos with some info on Carter. While first remembering what I said earlier, that Jason Garrett wants players that can contribute in all areas of the game. To me, if Darren Woodson could play on special teams for years and still play SS, then any player the Cowboys draft or have on the team should be willing to contribute and help out on special teams or whatever. If that player doesnt want to, then let him go, trade him or whatever. Its a team game period.
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Did you see the explosion, quickness on special teams, remind you of anyone that played linebacker for the cowboys? Ken Norton Jr.
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Did you see the speed, the range Carter can cover ground, that is his forte. Sean Lee has intincts, somewhat speed, but pure instincts. Carter has superior speed, did some of you know that Carter played some safety his first year at North Carolina. Yes, before Carter got hurt, he ran a 4.50, and that folks is faster than some of the safeties we have on our team now.
Now, lets look at this video to show you where and how I think Carter will be used on the team.
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see the defensive schemes, blitzing inside linebackers, coverages by lbs
now look at this video
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Now, if you had been watching the cowboys war room, you saw defensive coordinator rob ryan and high five when cowboys drafted bruce carter.
If you had been paying attention, you also say linebacker coach Matt Eberflus
Linebackers coach walk by. It was by no accident that our new linebackers coach was there, he wanted a coverage, blitzing linebacker like bruce carter.
Now, look at this video of bruce carter. See carter string out the play wide? Ddi you see carter in coverage and lay out the receiver. Thats speed and quickness folks. When carter has to stretch out the play, he can. Now, whoever said carter can't play phooey.
Round 2, Pick 8: Dallas Cowboys select Bruce Carter, OLB from North Carolina
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/draf...round/2/pick/8
Iyer
His torn ACL last season scared many teams, but when he's ready, he can make a big 3-4 impact.
Against the inside run: Does a good job of using his hands to stay free from offensive line blocker on the second level, closes quickly and makes tackles consistently on inside runs. Is smooth filling the hole, can take on lead blocker in the hole and can defeat blocker to make the tackle, but is not aggressive or explosive filling the hole, which limits his ability to blow up plays in the backfield. Moves easily through traffic and flashes good use of hands to keep low blocks from getting into his legs, which enables him to move to the ballcarrier and make tackles on the inside run. Grade: 7.0
Against the outside run: Has the size, playing strength and athleticism to make plays on both sides of the field on outside runs. Does a good job of taking on the lead blocker at the point of attack. While he takes on blocker strong at the point of attack, he needs to press and squeeze blocker to close the hole quicker. Reads the play quickly and gets started toward the ball quickly to finish plays. Grade: 8.0
Overview
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1242983
Possessing a brand of eye-popping pure athleticism reminiscent of former top-10 selections Aaron Curry (No. 4 overall pick in 2009, Seattle Seahawks) and Keith Rivers (No. 9 overall pick in 2008, Cincinnati Bengals), Carter entered the 2010 season among the highest-touted prospects in the country. Unfortunately, a disappointing senior season and late knee injury that required surgery now cloud his draft status.
Carter signed with UNC as a highly-touted prep athlete who gained most of his attention on the offensive side of the ball, starring at quarterback and running back, as well as safety. It didn't take him long to acclimate to Tar Heels coach Butch Davis' scheme, however, as Carter earned the starting outside linebacker position the sixth game of his true freshman season.
After flashing in 2007 (25 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 blocked kick), Carter emerged as one of the best all-around linebackers in the ACC as a sophomore, posting 68 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, five sacks, an interception he returned 66 yards for score against Rutgers and a nation-leading five blocked kicks. With offenses crafting their gameplans around him in 2009, Carter's numbers dropped slightly (65 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, INT returned for a 41-yard touchdown), but his recognition from the opposition rose, as he earned second-team All-ACC accolades.
Bruce Carter
Dallas Cowboys
Round 2, Pick 40
SI Grade
2.74
Grading System
Position: OLB
Class: 4Sr
School: North Carolina
Conference: Atlantic Coast
HT: 6-1.5
WT: 241
40 Time: 4.62
Biography: "Four-year starter awarded all-Conference honors the past two years. Senior totals included 57/3.5/2.5, one interception, and two pass break-ups. Suffered a knee injury that required surgery last November. Had 65/7.5/2 as a junior and 68/11/5 as a sophomore."
Positives: "Three-down linebacker who displayed outstanding athleticism and ability prior to his injury. Quick out to the sidelines, covers a lot of area on the field and outstanding in pursuit. Shows speed in every direction of the field, has an explosive burst to the action and changes direction without losing momentum. Breaks down well, turns it on in one quick step, and goes hard after ball carriers. Gets depth on pass drops and effective in coverage. Remains disciplined with assignments."
Negatives: Not a strong wrap-up tackler. Average instincts and a late reactor. Struggles getting off blocks.
True, carter needs to wrap up better, but that will be taught by rob ryan and our super linebackers coach.
Draft pick 3; the one most talked about, and discussed.
Now, before we go anywhere, let me say, when we first drafted Murray, I wanted Will Rackley and so did most of you. After, I cooled down, and thinking about it and relistening to Jason Garrett, I started thinking, hmmm, i wonder, could Jason really have that in mind. So, with that, lets look at this player in the NFL and compare him to Murray with info stats and videos.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=65839&draftyear=2010&genpos=WR
Name: Dexter McCluster
College: Mississippi Number: 22
Height: 5-09 Weight: 172
Position: WR Pos2: RB/KR/KatQB
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2010
40 Time: 4.53 40 Low: 4.42 40 High: 4.63
Projected Round: 2 Stock: High: 2 Low: 3
Rated number 5 out of 276 WR's 54 / 1992 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 5086
Weight: 172
40 Yrd Dash: 4.53
20 Yrd Dash: 2.50
10 Yrd Dash: 1.55 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 20
Vertical Jump: 37 1/2
Broad Jump: 09'10"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.06
3-Cone Drill:
No 3-cone, hamstring - 40 Time Range: 4.53-4.63
Dates: 03/23/10
Height: 5086
Weight: 172
40 Yrd Dash: 4.44
20 Yrd Dash: 2.63
10 Yrd Dash: 1.52
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=65987&draftyear=2011&genpos=RB
DeMarco Murray, DS #4 RB, Oklahoma
Selected: Round 3, Pick 7, Overall Pick 71 by Cowboys
Name: DeMarco Murray (+) Coming off hamstring/ankle injuries
College: Oklahoma Number: 7
Height: 6-0 Weight: 213
Position: RB Pos2: KR
Class/Draft Year: rSr/2011
40 Time: 4.37 40 Low: 4.34 40 High: 4.52
Projected Round: 2-3 Stock: High: 2-3 Low: 3-4
Rated number 4 out of 160 RB's 64 / 2088 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 5115
Weight: 213
40 Yrd Dash: 4.37
20 Yrd Dash: 2.53
10 Yrd Dash: 1.52 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 21
Vertical Jump: 34 1/2
Broad Jump: 10'10"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.18
3-Cone Drill: 7.28
4.39-4.48-4.58 range before Combine
Dates: 03/08/11
Height: 5115
Weight: 213
40 Yrd Dash:
20 Yrd Dash:
10 Yrd Dash:
See, the similarities, I thought about this last night, after cooling down over drafting murray. Then, I went and watched video, lets look at mccluster first.
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Did mccluster get leveled at 178 some in NFL, yes, but if murray can play at 205 to 210, get and keep his quickness, then you might have the same thing.
Now, lets look at murray his first year at oklahoma.
Pay attention, murray was 6-0 191 his freshman year, see the similarities, speed, quickness as mccluster. Now, keep in mind, murray said he wanted to get up to 220, while he is about 213 now. I think thats a mistake, why? Remember in 2009, when Felix Jones was about what 210, but bulked up to 223 in 2010, lost his quickness and speed, then when felix knocked some of the weight off, he regained his quickness and speed. I honestly would like to see Murray around 205 to 210.
Now, after seeing highlights of McCluster and how chiefs used him, a fan posted what murray said the cowboys wanted him to do this year. Here is that info. thanks (diehard)
Recap as best I can:
More excited then I ever been in my life to be picked by them...dream come true
So pumped and blessed when he got the call
Not suprised they picked him...he had a great visit and they told him they were looking for a RB
Earlier in his career he didn t take care of his body well...as he matured he began yoga MMA training to strengthen his core
They said they were going to use him at Wr and special teams as well as RB
Said he will not let the cowboys or switzers vote of confidence down
Going back to get his things and then come back to start training with M.Johnson
http://www.soonersports.com/sports/m...demarco00.html
7 DeMarco Murray
Class:
Graduated
Hometown:
Las Vegas, Nev.
High School:
Bishop Gorman HS
Height / Weight:
6-1 / 207
Position:
RB
Season G-GS Rush Yds Avg TD Rec Yds Avg TD
2007 11-1 127 764 6.0 13 14 60 4.3 2
2008 13-12 179 1,002 5.6 14 31 395 12.7 0
2009 12-5 171 705 4.1 8 41 522 12.7 4
2010 14-14 282 1,214 4.3 15 71 594 8.4 5
Career 50-32 759 3,685 4.9 50 157 1,571 10.0 11
July 6, 2009 - Murray, Brown the Perfect Combination
October 5, 2007 - Murray Helps OU Hurdle Texas
August 18, 2007 - DeMarco Murray on Preseason
August 13, 2007 - DeMarco Murray Interview
OU Football Video Library
2010
Owns OU career all-purpose yards record with 6,498 yards ... also has OU record for career TDs (64) and career receiving yards by a RB (1,512) ... eclipsed the 1,000-yard rushing mark for the second time in his career ... just second player in OU history to surpass 1,000 yards in three categories with 3,524 rushing yards, 1,512 receiving yards and 1,462 kick return yards ... has multiple rushing touchdowns in 18 games, including five of 12 this season, and three or more TDs in eight contests ... owns 13 100-yard rushing performances ... has five 100-yard games in 12 outings this season ... is No. 6 in OU history with 3,524 rushing yards ... career high 208 rushing yards against Utah State on a career high 35 carries ... has at least seven receptions in fi ve career games with a career-high of 10 vs. Colorado and Texas A&M ... had a career-long 76-yard TD reception vs. Baylor ... finished with 120 yards receiving vs. the Bears, his third career 100-yard receiving game
If Murray can duplicate what McCluster did on special teams, WR in the slot like Kansas City used him, and rb, boom, you greatly enhance our offense and help our defense with rest off of the field of play and emotion when murray runs big time. This will also push our other rbs on the field, whover that is. I do think Barber is gone, not sure about choice. Whatever, the outcome, drafting this rb, will motivate whatever rb we keep to practice harder, contribute on special teams etc...
On to our 4th pick. I might be running out of room, so I will post this too,and then do our other picks in 2nd edition after this post.
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Round 4, Pick 13: Dallas Cowboys select David Arkin, OL from Missouri State
. Iyer
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/draf...ound/4/pick/13
The Cowboys get a sleeper interior lineman whose combination of strength and athleticism gives him starting potential.
Lande
The Cowboys take a gamble on this small-school player, who has the quickness, speed and athleticism to be effective blocking in space. He played guard and tackle at Missouri State and could play either position in the NFL. To become a starter, he will need to greatly improve his hand use and strength. He is a good small-school prospect with nice upside.
2011 NFL Draft Picks: Cowboys Select David Arkin, T/G, Missouri State - Beefing Up The Line
by Dave Halprin on Apr 30, 2011 11:55 AM CDT in Dallas Cowboys 2011 Draft
78 comments Email Print.With the #110 pick in the NFL draft (#13 in the 4th round), the Dallas Cowboys selected offensive lineman David Arkin from Missouri State. A tackle at a lower-level school, Arkin will likely move inside to guard. A versatile guy that could swing between tackle and guard if needed. Versatile is a word that goes with Arkin. 6' 5", 300 lbs. Wasn't projected by most services to go this high in the draft.
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http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2011/...missouri-state
The best review I found was from Scott Wright at NFL Draft Countdown, he had him as his #8 guard:
Strengths:
Has experience at guard and tackle. Great size. Thick thighs. Adequate strength and lateral quickness. Had a strong showing at the East-West Shrine Game. Anchors well. Has strong hands and uses them quickly. Does a good job of sustaining blocks.
Weaknesses:
Struggled early in the year at a new position as he would keep a poor base when drive blocking, didn’t always finish, and was too high on first contact to the second level. Needs to bend more. Lunges at defenders on the second level. Needs to get stronger.
Outlook:
Arkin has dominated his entire career at MSU and is one of the most versatile linemen in this draft with good tape at both tackle and guard for at least one full season. I like his ability to swing from guard and tackle as a backup early in his career and believe he could eventually start at guard with improved strength and some coaching. His ability at both positions could draw him up boards as high as 4th or 5th round.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings...2011&genpos=OG
Name: David Arkin
College: Missouri State Number: 77
Height: 6-5 Weight: 300
Position: OG Pos2: OT
Class/Draft Year: rSr/2011
40 Time: 5.31 40 Low: 5.23 40 High: 5.38
Projected Round: 5 Stock: High: 3-4 Low: 6-7
Rated number 8 out of 158 OG's 156 / 2088 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 6046
Weight: 300
40 Yrd Dash: 5.31
20 Yrd Dash: 3.06
10 Yrd Dash: 1.88 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 25
Vertical Jump: 29
Broad Jump: 08'07"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.63
3-Cone Drill: 7.60
5.12/5.24/5.35 40 range before Combine
Draft Scout Snapshot: DS Rating on 9-1-10: #12 OG, #192/750 Overall, 6-7
2010: Arkin earned first-team All-MVFC laurels for the second straight year after grading out at 87 percent for the season with 82 knock-down blocks. He started all 44 games of his college career and is just the third MSU player to earn All-MVFC honors four times, also claiming second-team all-conference honors in 2007 and 2008. He also was named to the CoSIDA/ESPN Academic All-America second team and claimed his fourth Academic All-MVFC honor this season...2009: Earned All-MVFC First Team honors after grading out at 87% with 71 knock-downs and starting all 11 games ... Started the first 9 games at right guard before transitioning to left tackle for the final 2 games, due to team injuries ... Earned nod on MVFC All-Academic squad first team...2008: Started all 11 games at right guard and anchored Missouri State offensive line that averaged 312.9 yards per game ... Graded out at 86 percent for the season ... Earned Second-Team All-MVFC honors and All-Academic Second Team distinction ... Claimed MSU Offensive Lineman of the Year honors ...2007: Started all 11 games at right guard ... Named MVFC All-Conference Second Team and All-Academic Second Team ... Named team's Offensive Lineman of the Year...2006: Redshirted.
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Draft Scout David Arkin News
03/19/11 - David Arkin looked around his old college football stomping ground and smiled. "The evaluations are pretty much over. Now I can breathe a little bit," Arkin said Friday after Missouri State's second annual "Pro Day" at Plaster Sports Complex. Arkin and seven others put their skills on display in front of representatives from 14 National Football League teams on a brisk, windy morning. Arkin and fellow former MSU offensive lineman Jake Duron drew special attention from Andy Heck, offensive line coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Arkin said he doesn't want to speculate about where he might be selected in the NFL draft April 28-30. "I'm just gonna let the chips fall," Arkin said. "I probably won't even watch the draft. "Hopefully I'll get the call at some point, but there's no way I'm going to be able to sit there for three days and agonize." - Lyndal Scranton, News-Leader.com
Now, after hearing Jason in his first couple of clips, remember that Jason wants guys that play to the whistle, hustle, are team leaders and captains. We have been drafting that right along, and this player wants to hit and loves it, has a chip on his shoulder. This player reminds me of a John Gesek that played OG for the Cowboys. True, Arkin has to get alittle stronger, all young linemen do, and get a grasp of our offense system. But look at the videos and what scouts, media reporters say about the kid. He loves the game and wants to be the best he can be, with hard work. That will rub off on other players in time too and show players like Robert Brewster, you had better work hard, competition now, and push a player like Holland to keep his job. This is exactly what Jason Garrett is building, team concept, whatever it takes, and to be the best and not let your teammates, coaches down.
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Again, here the tough, grity, remarks and team captain. This team needs some more leaders to, to hold players accountable and push players like a brewster etc... See Arkin pull and hit, push the linebacker aside, thats what Jason Garrett wants offensive linemen that are athletic, can pull and get downfield, but get nasty at line of scrimmage and fight to the whistle. All of these players the cowboys drafted are that.
http://cowboyszone.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209176
First, before we get to the Cowboys draft this year, we have to start at the beginning of the Dallas Cowboys with their winning tradition that started with our Great Head Coach Tom Landry, and later re-established with Jimmy Johnson leadership as a head coach and physologist which taught Jimmy how to motivate players for football and even in life like the great Vince Lombardi. These great coaches, Landry, Lombardi, and Jimmy Johnson were disciplinarians to a large degree. In that to me is how you start building a football team with discipline, which Jimmy Johnson taught the Dallas Cowboys that were losing their first couple of years you can win, with discipline, focus, intensity, heart, desire to be the best, commitment and hard work. Jimmy would say, the difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra you give. Treat a person as he is , and he will remain as he is. Treat him as he could be, and he will become what he should be. We all saw how Jimmy Johnson got rid of the players that were fat, didn't want to work, and give that extra, towards players doing it the Cowboy way. In this, Jimmy knew what players were capable of achieving, and you have to have that ability as a head coach to see that in a player and draw it out of that player. With setting the mark, the cowboy way Dallas Cowboys players achieved their greatness that Jimmy set for them. Jimmy knew those players could achieve that once they believed and the hard work was put in. And the players during the 90's said its what drove us to become the great team we became. Learning this was a little unknown QB for the Cowboys as most fans, didn't know to much about Jason Garrett till he won a game against the Packers one year, the rest is history being born now. Jason Garrett learned this type of disclipine from Coach Johnson that worked for the Cowboys. And Jason saw how the team got tore down alittle when Switzer came here, and what worked and didnt work coaching wise and how Jerry Jones worked with Jimmy, Switzer and Gailey. So, Jason has a grasp of the cowboys way and way this team should be run and how to convey that to Jerry Jones, since Jerry knew Jason's dad too.
In this you have to have an identity of your team. Now, listen to an interview by Jason Garrett in the link below. I am going to give you the first interview of Jason Garrett becoming head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, then Jason's interview with espn about the 2011 NFL Draft for the Cowboys. So, listen intently first.
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It starts about 2:50 with Jason Talking
http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/cowboys/post/_/id/4679689/cowboys-close-draft-with-ol-nagy
Now, listen to Jason Garrett as the Dallas Cowboys Press Conference on the last day after the draft.
http://www.dallascowboys.com/multime...2D9F3B7C36127B
Now, if some of you forgot, the cowboy way was stacking one good day on top of the other one. Jason was there late at night with the scouting department, pouring over prospects, and asking hard questions like Jerry Jones said to the scouts your behind this player and he can play and wants to and you as a scout are ready to lay it on the line, saying that player the scout suggests can play. I am not sure if some of you knew this or not, but Wade Phillips would hardly go over in detail like Jason would with the scouts, but wade basically I like that player, and I can make him fit like Jason Williams. We all know how that worked out. Not Jason, he poured hours and hours into asking coaches like Butch Davis about Carter, how healthy he was, his heart, intensity. Jason covered the basics and went beyond that. This is the mark of a great head coach in the making. Don't misunderstand me, Jason has to learn some things and continue to grow as a head coach, even Jason said so in an interview.
Now, let me take you back to the first day the Dallas Cowboys knew Jason Garrett was head coach. Our star defender DeMarcus Ware, said on thefan105.3 that when Ware walked into the facility up on the board, in big red letters, was just 2 words, Full Pads. First, words out of Ware's mouth was oh, man do we have to do that, something like that. Let's advance to Teddy Bruschi on ESPN's coverage report on teams draft. Bruschi remarked that under wade who was basically a soft coach, the team took advantage of that, didn't work hard, and didn't have discipline all across the board the first 8 games Wade coached. That all changed when Jason took over, and has continued to change to the cowboy's way.
Jason, went on to say if you listened, the kind of guys we want on our football team. The players we selected represent that, being good football players and create competition with the veterans on our team, and their all mostly from big schools. When asked, what is your right kind of guy as head coach of the cowboys, Jason said football players that love to play the game, jumps out at you, physically and aggressively, that plays with passion, enthusiasm, emotion and plays that way every play. And it goes to it, that most of the players we picked were team captains as leaders and works hard. When asked what is wrong kind of guy, Jason replied, guys who don't love football, don't love to work, and don't want to be around their teammates (in conditioning, working out, reminds you of a former player like Roy Williams safety that worked out by himself), with the guys who aren't trying to be the best.
Again, the above topics I have mentioned are being made towards some players on this team. If you had listened to the draft while it was going on, Jerry Jones said that their is a player on this team, that we have tried to get to play on special teams and other aspects and we can't get that done from him. This same attitude was in another player to a degree when the Cowboys approached Flozell Adams several times to play the ROT position to help the team, yet Flozell refused from what I remember. Yet, what happened when Flozell went to the Steelers, Flozell played the ROT position. It's all about attitude on this team, with discipline, that was broken down by wade while he was coaching here, and allowing players to do what they wanted and got away with things. Just like Columbo said one time, after Jason Garrett took over and had the players in pads (something that wade didnt like players to hit and tackle in practice in pads, even in training camp), but Columbo said it was by no accident that our running game improved when we went back to pads on Wednesdays. This atmosphere is being stamped of hard work,the cowboy way as well as leadership from players that love to play the game and help out in whatever position the coaches want the players to play and help.
So, Jason had to put his stamp on the team, when Garrett first took over, and now with his first draft. I don't know about you all, but I loved it when I saw Jerry and looked like Jason, and Stephen were in some heated debate. Jerry Jones even said so in the interview if you listened on one of the players the cowboys drafted, the fullback, and waited to draft him. You as a head coach have to let the team know your the head coach, there will be discipline and consequiences if you dont play hard and contribute and work out. The new sheriff is in town, and here to stay. Jason Garrett, now on to the draft picks.
The Dallas Cowboys were pretty much one dimensional when they played last year with Columbo at ROT. Teams eventually figured this out and loaded up on one side to stop the run. When your ROT is hurt and basically you have no backup ready, you can't run to that side and that in itself limits things you can do offensively as a team, while making it hard on Tony Romo as a passer, and eventually that carries to the defense to get tired and wore out. Adding into this was the sad meltdown by wade ruining the team by letting them be soft and not physically and mentally tough. We all saw how that changed when Jason started players in pads on Wednesday, and fixing errors on the field, instead of waiting like wade would do to fix those errors in film room or the next day in walkthroughs. So, addresing that, we had our first player taken by the Cowboys Tyron Smith.
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Read more:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/draft-2011/players/80638.html#ixzz1KsBuWdmb
Tyron Smith, T
Height: 6-foot-6Weight: 285 poundsSchool: USCScouting Report
Because of his remarkable athleticism, Smith stood out as a pass protector while playing right tackle for the Trojans during his sophomore season. But at 285 pounds, he wasn't thought of as someone who would be ready for the NFL anytime soon. That changed when Smith added 22 pounds and backed up his solid 2009 campaign with an outstanding junior season. Smith has drawn comparisons to Jets tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson, but while Ferguson was a no-doubt left tackle when he left Virginia, Smith hasn't played on that side except as a freshman backup. Smith also missed a chance to impress scouts at the NFL scouting combine, when he didn't participate in drills after recovering from a minor knee procedure that left some fluid. That said, the injury isn't expected to affect his draft stock, which is currently sky high. His ideal frame and quick feet have scouts convinced a move to left tackle won't be a problem, and that there's lots to back up that line of thinking. He has no trouble staying in front of speed rushers, holds his blocks and - with the added weight - isn't physically overwhelmed with bull rushers. He's also strong in the running game, gets to the second level and attacks with a noticeable mean streak. Smith's football I.Q. isn't particularly great, though, and that's led to a few flameouts at his position in the past. He also needs to work on his blitz pickups. A few minor deficiencies, however, aren't going to keep someone from grabbing Smith anywhere from the fifth to 15th pick in the first round.
Now watch Tyron cut block a defender, then on another player go downfield after making contact with the defensive linemen at line of scrimmage, keep hustliing till the whistle, not standing around and watch like some of our offensive linemen last year see romo get hit, while the OL was just standing there, Duh!
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Now, listen to this interview, break down and show you on film more about Tyron. His measurables are 6-5 7/8 or so, depends on which mag or draft site, at just 20 years old. McShay duh, got his age wrong, he isn't 21, but 20, with 36 inch arms, weighing 305 and 4.95 to 5.05 speed in the 40. See the explosion this kid has, and just think in 2 years or so, after working out more in gym and cowboys facility, Tyron will get bigger and stronger. The ceiling is huge for Tyron Smith, to play at least 14 years for the cowboys and be effective and all pro a bunch of times.
Now, listen to interview with tryon and jerry jones on hard work that was instilled in tyron at an early early age, and knows what a dollar is.
http://www.dallascowboys.com/multim...es.cfm?id=A2A1936E-C292-A3DA-2CC7CFC61D031845
This is Jason Garrett's first stamp on the Dallas Cowboys getting a player that works hard, grew up having to work and having that instilled in him as a person and human being. Listen to Jason talk about Tyron, playing at high level, and who he can be and plays the right way. When your watching film of a player, you have to see the player jump out at you on film, to really want a player. Tyron excels at that. Sure, Tyron got beat in some games, but he kept coming back and battling and playing to the whistle. This is the stamp of a player that Jason Garrett wants from his players, that have the measurables, intensity and desire. Did you hear about our scouts talking to Tyron high school coaches and getting his background. Thats what you do as a scout zoners, getting to know the person and who he is and if he is the right kind of guy. Just like Hos said, this will be an impact player, an OT that can lock down the LOT position in time, and stay there for years, helping the Cowboys win championships with the right approach.
Hudson Houck says he will eventually play LT, which will allow Doug Free to move back to ROT, who subed for Columbo in midseason in 2009. Houck also said they had in all the other Olinemen and Smith was in a different category.
The great Goose Gosselin said he is a three contract guy, at age 20 he will sign his last contract , that at least 15 years that the Cowboys wont have to worry about OT.
Going back into the war room, Jason Garrett wasn't intent just to have hit big time on a OT that could be one of the best OT's in the league. This same player Tyron also has studied film from Baker a former player at USC and playing in the NFL.
So, trying to improve the Dallas Cowboys and getting approval of Jerry Jones, working together, the Cowboys tried to trade back up Friday night to get a RB, Ingram. NE shot our deal down, with trading to the Saints,and if any of you were watching the Cowboys war room, you could tell Jason was fuming. Now, again, thats intensity that I want from our head coach. So, going back to the drawing board, the Cowboys prepared for day 2.
Day 2, The Dallas Cowboys take Bruce Carter, linebacker from North Carolina. Now lets look at mesurables and videos with some info on Carter. While first remembering what I said earlier, that Jason Garrett wants players that can contribute in all areas of the game. To me, if Darren Woodson could play on special teams for years and still play SS, then any player the Cowboys draft or have on the team should be willing to contribute and help out on special teams or whatever. If that player doesnt want to, then let him go, trade him or whatever. Its a team game period.
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Did you see the explosion, quickness on special teams, remind you of anyone that played linebacker for the cowboys? Ken Norton Jr.
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Did you see the speed, the range Carter can cover ground, that is his forte. Sean Lee has intincts, somewhat speed, but pure instincts. Carter has superior speed, did some of you know that Carter played some safety his first year at North Carolina. Yes, before Carter got hurt, he ran a 4.50, and that folks is faster than some of the safeties we have on our team now.
Now, lets look at this video to show you where and how I think Carter will be used on the team.
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see the defensive schemes, blitzing inside linebackers, coverages by lbs
now look at this video
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Now, if you had been watching the cowboys war room, you saw defensive coordinator rob ryan and high five when cowboys drafted bruce carter.
If you had been paying attention, you also say linebacker coach Matt Eberflus
Linebackers coach walk by. It was by no accident that our new linebackers coach was there, he wanted a coverage, blitzing linebacker like bruce carter.
Now, look at this video of bruce carter. See carter string out the play wide? Ddi you see carter in coverage and lay out the receiver. Thats speed and quickness folks. When carter has to stretch out the play, he can. Now, whoever said carter can't play phooey.
Round 2, Pick 8: Dallas Cowboys select Bruce Carter, OLB from North Carolina
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/draf...round/2/pick/8
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His torn ACL last season scared many teams, but when he's ready, he can make a big 3-4 impact.
Against the inside run: Does a good job of using his hands to stay free from offensive line blocker on the second level, closes quickly and makes tackles consistently on inside runs. Is smooth filling the hole, can take on lead blocker in the hole and can defeat blocker to make the tackle, but is not aggressive or explosive filling the hole, which limits his ability to blow up plays in the backfield. Moves easily through traffic and flashes good use of hands to keep low blocks from getting into his legs, which enables him to move to the ballcarrier and make tackles on the inside run. Grade: 7.0
Against the outside run: Has the size, playing strength and athleticism to make plays on both sides of the field on outside runs. Does a good job of taking on the lead blocker at the point of attack. While he takes on blocker strong at the point of attack, he needs to press and squeeze blocker to close the hole quicker. Reads the play quickly and gets started toward the ball quickly to finish plays. Grade: 8.0
Overview
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1242983
Possessing a brand of eye-popping pure athleticism reminiscent of former top-10 selections Aaron Curry (No. 4 overall pick in 2009, Seattle Seahawks) and Keith Rivers (No. 9 overall pick in 2008, Cincinnati Bengals), Carter entered the 2010 season among the highest-touted prospects in the country. Unfortunately, a disappointing senior season and late knee injury that required surgery now cloud his draft status.
Carter signed with UNC as a highly-touted prep athlete who gained most of his attention on the offensive side of the ball, starring at quarterback and running back, as well as safety. It didn't take him long to acclimate to Tar Heels coach Butch Davis' scheme, however, as Carter earned the starting outside linebacker position the sixth game of his true freshman season.
After flashing in 2007 (25 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 blocked kick), Carter emerged as one of the best all-around linebackers in the ACC as a sophomore, posting 68 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, five sacks, an interception he returned 66 yards for score against Rutgers and a nation-leading five blocked kicks. With offenses crafting their gameplans around him in 2009, Carter's numbers dropped slightly (65 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, INT returned for a 41-yard touchdown), but his recognition from the opposition rose, as he earned second-team All-ACC accolades.
Bruce Carter
Dallas Cowboys
Round 2, Pick 40
SI Grade
2.74
Grading System
Position: OLB
Class: 4Sr
School: North Carolina
Conference: Atlantic Coast
HT: 6-1.5
WT: 241
40 Time: 4.62
Biography: "Four-year starter awarded all-Conference honors the past two years. Senior totals included 57/3.5/2.5, one interception, and two pass break-ups. Suffered a knee injury that required surgery last November. Had 65/7.5/2 as a junior and 68/11/5 as a sophomore."
Positives: "Three-down linebacker who displayed outstanding athleticism and ability prior to his injury. Quick out to the sidelines, covers a lot of area on the field and outstanding in pursuit. Shows speed in every direction of the field, has an explosive burst to the action and changes direction without losing momentum. Breaks down well, turns it on in one quick step, and goes hard after ball carriers. Gets depth on pass drops and effective in coverage. Remains disciplined with assignments."
Negatives: Not a strong wrap-up tackler. Average instincts and a late reactor. Struggles getting off blocks.
True, carter needs to wrap up better, but that will be taught by rob ryan and our super linebackers coach.
Draft pick 3; the one most talked about, and discussed.
Now, before we go anywhere, let me say, when we first drafted Murray, I wanted Will Rackley and so did most of you. After, I cooled down, and thinking about it and relistening to Jason Garrett, I started thinking, hmmm, i wonder, could Jason really have that in mind. So, with that, lets look at this player in the NFL and compare him to Murray with info stats and videos.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=65839&draftyear=2010&genpos=WR
Name: Dexter McCluster
College: Mississippi Number: 22
Height: 5-09 Weight: 172
Position: WR Pos2: RB/KR/KatQB
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2010
40 Time: 4.53 40 Low: 4.42 40 High: 4.63
Projected Round: 2 Stock: High: 2 Low: 3
Rated number 5 out of 276 WR's 54 / 1992 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 5086
Weight: 172
40 Yrd Dash: 4.53
20 Yrd Dash: 2.50
10 Yrd Dash: 1.55 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 20
Vertical Jump: 37 1/2
Broad Jump: 09'10"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.06
3-Cone Drill:
No 3-cone, hamstring - 40 Time Range: 4.53-4.63
Dates: 03/23/10
Height: 5086
Weight: 172
40 Yrd Dash: 4.44
20 Yrd Dash: 2.63
10 Yrd Dash: 1.52
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=65987&draftyear=2011&genpos=RB
DeMarco Murray, DS #4 RB, Oklahoma
Selected: Round 3, Pick 7, Overall Pick 71 by Cowboys
Name: DeMarco Murray (+) Coming off hamstring/ankle injuries
College: Oklahoma Number: 7
Height: 6-0 Weight: 213
Position: RB Pos2: KR
Class/Draft Year: rSr/2011
40 Time: 4.37 40 Low: 4.34 40 High: 4.52
Projected Round: 2-3 Stock: High: 2-3 Low: 3-4
Rated number 4 out of 160 RB's 64 / 2088 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 5115
Weight: 213
40 Yrd Dash: 4.37
20 Yrd Dash: 2.53
10 Yrd Dash: 1.52 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 21
Vertical Jump: 34 1/2
Broad Jump: 10'10"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.18
3-Cone Drill: 7.28
4.39-4.48-4.58 range before Combine
Dates: 03/08/11
Height: 5115
Weight: 213
40 Yrd Dash:
20 Yrd Dash:
10 Yrd Dash:
See, the similarities, I thought about this last night, after cooling down over drafting murray. Then, I went and watched video, lets look at mccluster first.
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Did mccluster get leveled at 178 some in NFL, yes, but if murray can play at 205 to 210, get and keep his quickness, then you might have the same thing.
Now, lets look at murray his first year at oklahoma.
Pay attention, murray was 6-0 191 his freshman year, see the similarities, speed, quickness as mccluster. Now, keep in mind, murray said he wanted to get up to 220, while he is about 213 now. I think thats a mistake, why? Remember in 2009, when Felix Jones was about what 210, but bulked up to 223 in 2010, lost his quickness and speed, then when felix knocked some of the weight off, he regained his quickness and speed. I honestly would like to see Murray around 205 to 210.
Now, after seeing highlights of McCluster and how chiefs used him, a fan posted what murray said the cowboys wanted him to do this year. Here is that info. thanks (diehard)
Recap as best I can:
More excited then I ever been in my life to be picked by them...dream come true
So pumped and blessed when he got the call
Not suprised they picked him...he had a great visit and they told him they were looking for a RB
Earlier in his career he didn t take care of his body well...as he matured he began yoga MMA training to strengthen his core
They said they were going to use him at Wr and special teams as well as RB
Said he will not let the cowboys or switzers vote of confidence down
Going back to get his things and then come back to start training with M.Johnson
http://www.soonersports.com/sports/m...demarco00.html
7 DeMarco Murray
Class:
Graduated
Hometown:
Las Vegas, Nev.
High School:
Bishop Gorman HS
Height / Weight:
6-1 / 207
Position:
RB
Season G-GS Rush Yds Avg TD Rec Yds Avg TD
2007 11-1 127 764 6.0 13 14 60 4.3 2
2008 13-12 179 1,002 5.6 14 31 395 12.7 0
2009 12-5 171 705 4.1 8 41 522 12.7 4
2010 14-14 282 1,214 4.3 15 71 594 8.4 5
Career 50-32 759 3,685 4.9 50 157 1,571 10.0 11
July 6, 2009 - Murray, Brown the Perfect Combination
October 5, 2007 - Murray Helps OU Hurdle Texas
August 18, 2007 - DeMarco Murray on Preseason
August 13, 2007 - DeMarco Murray Interview
OU Football Video Library
2010
Owns OU career all-purpose yards record with 6,498 yards ... also has OU record for career TDs (64) and career receiving yards by a RB (1,512) ... eclipsed the 1,000-yard rushing mark for the second time in his career ... just second player in OU history to surpass 1,000 yards in three categories with 3,524 rushing yards, 1,512 receiving yards and 1,462 kick return yards ... has multiple rushing touchdowns in 18 games, including five of 12 this season, and three or more TDs in eight contests ... owns 13 100-yard rushing performances ... has five 100-yard games in 12 outings this season ... is No. 6 in OU history with 3,524 rushing yards ... career high 208 rushing yards against Utah State on a career high 35 carries ... has at least seven receptions in fi ve career games with a career-high of 10 vs. Colorado and Texas A&M ... had a career-long 76-yard TD reception vs. Baylor ... finished with 120 yards receiving vs. the Bears, his third career 100-yard receiving game
If Murray can duplicate what McCluster did on special teams, WR in the slot like Kansas City used him, and rb, boom, you greatly enhance our offense and help our defense with rest off of the field of play and emotion when murray runs big time. This will also push our other rbs on the field, whover that is. I do think Barber is gone, not sure about choice. Whatever, the outcome, drafting this rb, will motivate whatever rb we keep to practice harder, contribute on special teams etc...
On to our 4th pick. I might be running out of room, so I will post this too,and then do our other picks in 2nd edition after this post.
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Round 4, Pick 13: Dallas Cowboys select David Arkin, OL from Missouri State
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http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/draf...ound/4/pick/13
The Cowboys get a sleeper interior lineman whose combination of strength and athleticism gives him starting potential.
Lande
The Cowboys take a gamble on this small-school player, who has the quickness, speed and athleticism to be effective blocking in space. He played guard and tackle at Missouri State and could play either position in the NFL. To become a starter, he will need to greatly improve his hand use and strength. He is a good small-school prospect with nice upside.
2011 NFL Draft Picks: Cowboys Select David Arkin, T/G, Missouri State - Beefing Up The Line
by Dave Halprin on Apr 30, 2011 11:55 AM CDT in Dallas Cowboys 2011 Draft
78 comments Email Print.With the #110 pick in the NFL draft (#13 in the 4th round), the Dallas Cowboys selected offensive lineman David Arkin from Missouri State. A tackle at a lower-level school, Arkin will likely move inside to guard. A versatile guy that could swing between tackle and guard if needed. Versatile is a word that goes with Arkin. 6' 5", 300 lbs. Wasn't projected by most services to go this high in the draft.
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http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2011/...missouri-state
The best review I found was from Scott Wright at NFL Draft Countdown, he had him as his #8 guard:
Strengths:
Has experience at guard and tackle. Great size. Thick thighs. Adequate strength and lateral quickness. Had a strong showing at the East-West Shrine Game. Anchors well. Has strong hands and uses them quickly. Does a good job of sustaining blocks.
Weaknesses:
Struggled early in the year at a new position as he would keep a poor base when drive blocking, didn’t always finish, and was too high on first contact to the second level. Needs to bend more. Lunges at defenders on the second level. Needs to get stronger.
Outlook:
Arkin has dominated his entire career at MSU and is one of the most versatile linemen in this draft with good tape at both tackle and guard for at least one full season. I like his ability to swing from guard and tackle as a backup early in his career and believe he could eventually start at guard with improved strength and some coaching. His ability at both positions could draw him up boards as high as 4th or 5th round.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings...2011&genpos=OG
Name: David Arkin
College: Missouri State Number: 77
Height: 6-5 Weight: 300
Position: OG Pos2: OT
Class/Draft Year: rSr/2011
40 Time: 5.31 40 Low: 5.23 40 High: 5.38
Projected Round: 5 Stock: High: 3-4 Low: 6-7
Rated number 8 out of 158 OG's 156 / 2088 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 6046
Weight: 300
40 Yrd Dash: 5.31
20 Yrd Dash: 3.06
10 Yrd Dash: 1.88 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 25
Vertical Jump: 29
Broad Jump: 08'07"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.63
3-Cone Drill: 7.60
5.12/5.24/5.35 40 range before Combine
Draft Scout Snapshot: DS Rating on 9-1-10: #12 OG, #192/750 Overall, 6-7
2010: Arkin earned first-team All-MVFC laurels for the second straight year after grading out at 87 percent for the season with 82 knock-down blocks. He started all 44 games of his college career and is just the third MSU player to earn All-MVFC honors four times, also claiming second-team all-conference honors in 2007 and 2008. He also was named to the CoSIDA/ESPN Academic All-America second team and claimed his fourth Academic All-MVFC honor this season...2009: Earned All-MVFC First Team honors after grading out at 87% with 71 knock-downs and starting all 11 games ... Started the first 9 games at right guard before transitioning to left tackle for the final 2 games, due to team injuries ... Earned nod on MVFC All-Academic squad first team...2008: Started all 11 games at right guard and anchored Missouri State offensive line that averaged 312.9 yards per game ... Graded out at 86 percent for the season ... Earned Second-Team All-MVFC honors and All-Academic Second Team distinction ... Claimed MSU Offensive Lineman of the Year honors ...2007: Started all 11 games at right guard ... Named MVFC All-Conference Second Team and All-Academic Second Team ... Named team's Offensive Lineman of the Year...2006: Redshirted.
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Draft Scout David Arkin News
03/19/11 - David Arkin looked around his old college football stomping ground and smiled. "The evaluations are pretty much over. Now I can breathe a little bit," Arkin said Friday after Missouri State's second annual "Pro Day" at Plaster Sports Complex. Arkin and seven others put their skills on display in front of representatives from 14 National Football League teams on a brisk, windy morning. Arkin and fellow former MSU offensive lineman Jake Duron drew special attention from Andy Heck, offensive line coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Arkin said he doesn't want to speculate about where he might be selected in the NFL draft April 28-30. "I'm just gonna let the chips fall," Arkin said. "I probably won't even watch the draft. "Hopefully I'll get the call at some point, but there's no way I'm going to be able to sit there for three days and agonize." - Lyndal Scranton, News-Leader.com
Now, after hearing Jason in his first couple of clips, remember that Jason wants guys that play to the whistle, hustle, are team leaders and captains. We have been drafting that right along, and this player wants to hit and loves it, has a chip on his shoulder. This player reminds me of a John Gesek that played OG for the Cowboys. True, Arkin has to get alittle stronger, all young linemen do, and get a grasp of our offense system. But look at the videos and what scouts, media reporters say about the kid. He loves the game and wants to be the best he can be, with hard work. That will rub off on other players in time too and show players like Robert Brewster, you had better work hard, competition now, and push a player like Holland to keep his job. This is exactly what Jason Garrett is building, team concept, whatever it takes, and to be the best and not let your teammates, coaches down.
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Again, here the tough, grity, remarks and team captain. This team needs some more leaders to, to hold players accountable and push players like a brewster etc... See Arkin pull and hit, push the linebacker aside, thats what Jason Garrett wants offensive linemen that are athletic, can pull and get downfield, but get nasty at line of scrimmage and fight to the whistle. All of these players the cowboys drafted are that.
