Drafted by Cowboys Cowboys Select CB Chidobe Awuzie in the 2nd Round (60th overall) **merged**

[thechosen1n2]

Same Reason o Dak lasted as long as he did

Touche'....

Though you are sleeping on Awuzie. I hope Moreau is there though...seriously... Awuzie can play any position as a DB.

 

[Doomsday]

If they are truly going towards more zone, this guy is a great fit.

Colorado played man press with a single safety high most of the time. He is more than just a zone corner.

 

[TrailBlazer]

I had a first round grade on chidobe. Very polished CB. One of the better tacklers in this CB class. Great pick. Can't believe he made it to 60. Will make an instant impact and will start imo.

 

[jblaze2004]

We let the man-man guys walk, and we are going to pick zone players who are good tacklers. It started with Brown....now Awuze

cover 2 defense. Better zone corners. In the cover 2 u need a good dline so u only have to rush 4. So we will see.

 

[Aven8]

cover 2 defense. Better zone corners. In the cover 2 u need a good dline so u only have to rush 4. So we will see.

But make a lot more picks with all of them facing the QB.

 

[Jinxx13x]

Junk-food draft: a taco and a chido (cheeto).

 

[TrailBlazer]

Here's what I had on Chidobe 2 months ago. It was difficult to find any negatives.

6 Chidobe Awuzie Colorado 5'11 205 Strong and physical enough to make an impact in run support. Sure tackler compared to other CB'S on this list. Good athlete. Holds his ground versus bigger receivers. Looks fast on tape. Can play on or off man. Has a good punch on his initial jam. Press technique looks good. Shows a good feel for zone coverage. Diagnoses routes quickly in zone.Very Smooth back pedal. Can play anywhere across the secondary. Natural cover guy. Can flip his hips and fast enough to run with anybody. Tough, instictive football player. More quick than long speed. But I didn't see him beat deep. Biggest knock was lack of interceptions. He can push for playing time immediately, can play slot or outside. I would be surprised if he isn't a first round pick. Expect him to climb boards. Draft stock: late first round

 

[manster4ever]

Trailblazer: So can this kid play safety too? Seems to me he might fit the bill there if he can fill out some. Height, speed and tackling ability are more than adequate for the position. Thoughts?

 

[jday]

Trailblazer: So can this kid play safety too? Seems to me he might fit the bill there if he can fill out some. Height, speed and tackling ability are more than adequate for the position. Thoughts?

I suspect the Cowboys will use him like they used Byron in his first year and see where he fits.

 

[manster4ever]

I suspect the Cowboys will use him like they used Byron in his first year and see where he fits.

Pretty much what I was driving at with the question jday. I'm NOT a draft guru...don't follow it closely at all. I've only seen this kid play once vs. Michigan and he made PLAYS all game long. He's a first round talent IMO. Good as Jones? Maybe. He doesn't have the measurables but he made as many or more big plays in college vs. better competition. I'm excited about him. I was slightly worried about Mo AND Carr leaving but not so much tonight. 3rd rounder should be very intriguing to end the night.

 

[ConceptCoop]

I love it. I think he's a better football player than Taco, even. Well done.

 

[Howboutdemcowboys31]

On the DC.com red carpet video he says

"I'm always trying to kill something on the field"

Yeah I'm on board with this pick

 

[kevm3]

I really hope they don't dual position him like Jones. Let the guy stay at corner and develope.

 

[ufcrules1]

This kid is legit. Like the pick. Hated the Taco pick but really like this kid.

 

[manster4ever]

This kid is legit. Like the pick. Hated the Taco pick but really like this kid.

Meh, TC wasn't that bad of a pick. Bit of a reach, but not much. He'll surprise you..especially after Rod gets a hold of him.

 

[chagus]

The versatility of Byron Jones, but the physicality of an actual safety. Love it.

Well said. Great analysis!

 

[OldCoach]

Perfect Tampa 2 corner

This has something to it

 

[TrailBlazer]

Trailblazer: So can this kid play safety too? Seems to me he might fit the bill there if he can fill out some. Height, speed and tackling ability are more than adequate for the position. Thoughts?

Absolutely he can. Would start right away. Doesn't shy away from contact. That might be what the cowboys have in mind is to play him at safety. Versatility is a huge plus for him. Natural cover guy with toughness to play the run.

 

[xwalker]

Here's what I had on Chidobe 2 months ago. It was difficult to find any negatives.

6 Chidobe Awuzie Colorado 5'11 205 Strong and physical enough to make an impact in run support. Sure tackler compared to other CB'S on this list. Good athlete. Holds his ground versus bigger receivers. Looks fast on tape. Can play on or off man. Has a good punch on his initial jam. Press technique looks good. Shows a good feel for zone coverage. Diagnoses routes quickly in zone.Very Smooth back pedal. Can play anywhere across the secondary. Natural cover guy. Can flip his hips and fast enough to run with anybody. Tough, instictive football player. More quick than long speed. But I didn't see him beat deep. Biggest knock was lack of interceptions. He can push for playing time immediately, can play slot or outside. I would be surprised if he isn't a first round pick. Expect him to climb boards. Draft stock: late first round

I was pushing for him as an option at #28.

 

[SilverStarCowboy]

We gots Corners!