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Jason Williams
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 241 | 40-Time: 4.49
Official Bio
Strengths:
Great athleticism...Outstanding speed...Quick and agile...Has a burst to close...Explosive leaper...Good strength...Does an excellent job in coverage...Good blitzer...Terrific sideline-to-sideline range and tracks well in pursuit...Super active...Special teams potential...Experienced.
Weaknesses:
Did not play against top competition...Marginal instincts...Can be too aggressive at times...Plays more of a finesse game and isn't overly physical..Will miss some tackles...Height and bulk are merely average.
Notes:
A three-year starter for the Leathernecks...Began his college career as a strong safety before moving to outside linebacker in 2006...Named 1st Team All-Missouri Valley Conference as a junior and senior...Also garnered All-American notice in 2007 and 2008...Ended his career with 14 forced fumbles, setting a new FCS record and tying the NCAA all-division mark...Had an impressive performance at the East-West Shrine Game...Put on a show during his Pro Day workout, running in the 4.4's, registering a 39-inch vertical and bench pressing 225 pounds 26 times...Small school sleeper with a fantastic blend of physical tools and production...Profiles as an ideal weakside ' backer at the pro level.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SACK PBU INT
2004 RS - - - - -
2005 10 23 1.0 0.0 0 0
2006 11 92 12.0 3.0 2 1
2007 11 107 16.5 8.0 4 0
2008 11 67 17.0 4.0 6 0
Totals 42 289 46.5 15.0 12 1
Robert Brewster
Height: 6-41/8 | Weight: 325 | 40-Time: 5.24
Official Bio
Strengths:
Adequate height...Great bulk...Long arms...Very athletic...Quick with nimble feet...Understands leverage, positioning and angles...Terrific mobility...Natural knee bender...Active and super aggressive...Offers some versatility...Incredibly tough...Durable...Has tons of experience.
Weaknesses:
' Tweener?...Needs to get stronger...Is not real stout at the point of attack...Doesn't get a great push in the run game...Could use his hands better...Played out of a 2-point stance...Had some conditioning issues.
Notes:
Was a four-year starter...Played both right tackle and right guard as a true freshman in 2005...Settled in at right tackle the following year and held that spot down for the next three seasons...Was named 1st Team All-MAC in 2007 and 2008...Never missed a game in college but was hampered by a knee injury as a senior...Best fit at the next level might come inside at offensive guard...Veteran of the college wars with the talent to potentially start but should at least be a valuable backup.
Stephen McGee
Height: 6-27/8 | Weight: 225 | 40-Time: 4.66
Official Bio
Strengths:
Good size and bulk...Great athlete...Arm strength is adequate...Above average accuracy...Can buy time in the pocket...Real mobile and is a threat to make plays with his feet...Can throw on the run...A first-rate competitor..Tough...Team leader...Great work ethic...Loves the game.
Weaknesses:
Poor mechanics and technique...Raw footwork...Isn't comfortable in the pocket...Impatient...Gets happy feet...Small hands...Didn't play in a pro style offense and will face a big adjustment...Health / Durability?
Notes:
Was one of the Top 50 recruits in the entire country coming out of high school according to Rivals...Father, Rodney, played quarterback at Blinn Junior College...Redshirted in 2004...Backed up future pro Reggie McNeal in 2005...Took over the starting job in 2006 and led the nation in interception percentage (2 in 313 attempts)...Led the Aggies in both passing and rushing in 2007...Named Honorable Mention All-Big 12 as a sophomore and junior...Underwent surgery on his left shoulder prior to the 2008 season...Hurt his right shoulder early in the 2008 season and only wound up starting three games as a senior...Also tore a muscle in his throwing arm in 2006 but played through it...Earned Academic All-Big 12 honors...Played in an option offense most of his college career...Big things were expected of him as a senior with Mike Sherman installing an NFL system but the injury derailed those plans...Has some physical tools to work with and possesses top-notch intangibles but is very much a project who will require a lot of grooming...Really helped himself with strong showings at the East / West Shrine Game and Scouting Combine...An intriguing developmental signal caller and may have long-term starting potential.
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Career Statistics
Year GP Comp Att Yds Comp % TD INT
2004 RS - - - - - -
2005 8 24 53 283 45.3% 2 1
2006 13 194 313 2,295 62.0% 12 2
2007 13 211 364 2,311 58.0% 12 8
2008 6 56 85 586 65.9% 2 2
Totals 40 485 815 5,475 59.5% 28 13
Victor Butler
Height: 6-21/4 | Weight: 248 | 40-Time: 4.84
Official Bio
Strengths:
Very athletic...Solid size and bulk...Long arms and big hands...Fast and has a burst...Strong and powerful...Excellent pass rusher...Active with a great motor...Violent tackler...Leader...Also excels on special teams.
Weaknesses:
'Tweener...Lacks fluid hips and is super raw in coverage...Struggles in space...Has trouble getting off blocks...Average agility and change of direction skills...Questionable instincts...Limited starting experience.
Notes:
College defensive end who may have to move to outside linebacker at the next level...Played sparingly as a true freshman in 2005...Played in all 14 games as a backup in 2006...Started 1 game in 2007 but played extensively as a pass rush specialist...Finally got a chance to be a full-time starter in 2008 and came through with an outstanding final campaign...Was named 1st Team All-Pac 10 as a senior...Might fit best in a 3-4 scheme...Will likely face a difficult transition at the next level but his ability to get after the quarterback gives him a fighting chance.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SACK PBU INT
2005 9 3 0.0 0.0 0 0
2006 14 17 5.5 3.0 0 0
2007 13 33 12.5 10.5 4 1
2008 13 65 21.5 12.0 0 0
Totals 49 118 39.5 25.5 4 1
Brandon Williams
Height: 6-21/2 | Weight: 261 | 40-Time: 4.92
Official Bio
Strengths:
Excellent athleticism...Great explosion with a burst...Nice agility and balance...Very quick off the snap...Can really bend off the edge...Does a nice job in pursuit. .Good range...Pretty productive...Still has upside.
Weaknesses:
Just average size and bulk...Lacks great timed speed...Not very strong or powerful...Isn't stout at the point of attack...Not a very good run defender...Struggles to shed blockers...Motor?..Isn't fluid in coverage.
Notes:
A three-year starter for the Red Raiders...Named 1st Team All-Big 12 in 2008 and led the conference in sacks...Came out as a junior but probably would have been better off staying in school...Has some tools to work with but was quite a bit smaller and slower than expected at the Scouting Combine...Classic one-dimensional pass rush specialist who could excel in a situational role in a 4-3 scheme at the next level.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SACK
2006 12 16 3.5 3.5
2007 12 41 11.5 5.0
2008 12 21 12.5 11.0
Totals 36 78 27.5 19.5
DeAngelo Smith
Height: 5-105/8 | Weight: 194 | 40-Time: 4.55
Official Bio
Strengths:
Good athleticism...Ideal height...Super physical...Nice hands and ball skills...Flips his hips well...Aggressive...Rangy...Active with a good motor...Decent instincts and awareness...Versatile with experience at more than one position...Nice change of direction skills...Quick to break on the ball...A very willing run defender...Can also return kicks.
Weaknesses:
Does not have great speed or quickness...Misses some tackles...Allows a big cushion...Gives up too much separation...May struggle to match up in man coverage...Has some trouble shedding blocks...Throws caution to the wind and gambles...Limited schematically?..A 'tweener?
Notes:
Was a two-year starter for the Bearcats...Named 2nd Team All-Big East in both 2007 and 2008...Intercepted 11 passes and returned 5 for touchdowns during his senior season in high school...Started at both cornerback and safety in college...Best fit at the next level might come in a zone scheme...Was overshadowed by Mike Mickens throughout his career at Cincinnati but is a terrific pro prospect in his own right and could even be selected ahead of his more highly-touted teammate.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2004 RS - - - -
2005 6 1 0 0 0
2006 13 23 3 2 95
2007 13 49 8 8 82
2008 14 53 10 2 2
Totals 46 126 21 12 179
Michael Hamlin
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 214 | 40-Time: 4.58
Official Bio
Strengths:
Great size and bulk...Has long arms...Nice instincts...Reads and reacts quickly...Tough and physical...Reliable tackler...Does a terrific job against the run...Good hands and ball skills...Can do some damage in the open field...Active and aggressive...Smart with a fantastic football IQ...Has a ton of experience...A team captain and leader...Productive.
Weaknesses:
Average athleticism...Does not have great speed...Hips aren't fluid...Is not overly explosive and lacks a burst...Range is limited...Will struggle to match up in man coverage situations...Does not change directions all that well...Has trouble shedding blocks...Some durability concerns.
Notes:
Was a four-year starter for the Tigers...Named 2nd Team All-ACC in 2007 and 1st Team in 2008...Brothers, Markee and Marquais, play football at South Carolina St...Missed three games with a broken foot in 2006...Required surgery to repair a stress factor in his foot in February of 2007...Profiles as a strong safety...Definitely has the ability to be a starter so long as his coverage responsibilities are minimized to a degree...An excellent college player with top-notch intangibles but his lack of speed will likely hinder him at the next level.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2004 RS - - - -
2005 12 55 3 2 42
2006 10 64 3 2 90
2007 13 97 6 4 0
2008 13 110 10 6 111
Totals 48 326 22 14 243
David Buehler
Height: 6-13/8 | Weight: 227 | 40-Time: 4.56
Official Bio
Strengths:
Excellent athlete...Very good size...Great accuracy inside forty...Nice elevation and hangtime...Does an outstanding job on kickoffs...Very strong...Terrific tackler...Can be a factor in coverage...Still has upside.
Weaknesses:
Limited experience...Unproven beyond fifty yards...Had some bouts with inconsistency...Shaky long range accuracy...How will he handle big, pressure situations ?...Not accustomed to bad weather conditions.
Notes:
Uncle, George Buehler, was a offensive guard for the Oakland Raiders (1969-78) and Cleveland Browns (1978-79)...Father, John, was a 3-year letterman (1969-71) on Southern Cal's track team as a shot putter...Another uncle, Charles, lettered in football at Stanford for 3 years (1960-62)...Transfer from Santa Ana Junior College...Mainly a kickoff specialist in 2006 but he also worked at fullback and safety (didn't see action)...Took over the starting kicker job in 2007 and 2008...Was named 1st Team All-Pac-10 as a senior...Never attempted a 50+ yarder with the Trojans...Possesses intriguing physical tools and certainly showed a lot of potential as a placekicker but his best chance to make a roster will be as a kickoff specialist...Is a draftable prospect.
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Career Statistics
Year GP FGM FGA LG XPM XPA
2005 JUCO - - - - -
2006 11 1 1 49 0 0
2007 13 16 19 47 52 54
2008 13 9 13 43 65 66
Totals 37 26 33 49 117 120
Stephen Hodge
Height: 5-115/8 | Weight: 235 | 40-Time: 4.58
Official Bio
Strengths:
Good athlete...Adequate height and excellent bulk...Tough, physical and aggressive...Powerful hitter...Nice instincts and awareness...Plays fast...Super active with a great motor...Major special teams potential.
Weaknesses:
A positional 'tweener...Small hands...Just average timed speed...Lacks fluid hips...Plays too tall...Range in coverage is limited...Poor hands and ball skills...Will struggle to match up with wideouts...Character?
Notes:
Brother, Anthony, played football at Baylor...Played extensively as a backup in 2005 and 2006...Started 5 games in 2007 and led the nation in sacks by a defensive back with eight...Started all 14 games in 2008 and was named 1st Team-All MWC...Arrested in 2007 and charged with the unlawful carrying of a weapon and reckless discharge of a firearm...Profiles as either an in-the-box strong safety or potentially a weakside linebacker in the right scheme...Backup / Situational-type whose greatest contribution would most likely come on special teams.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2005 12 15 0 0 0
2006 12 30 0 0 0
2007 13 57 7 0 0
2008 13 81 3 1 0
Totals 50 183 10 1 0
John Phillips
Height: 6-53/8 | Weight: 251 | 40-Time: 4.75
Official Bio
Strengths:
Has a large frame with long arms...High-effort player with a great motor...Decent hands and ball skills...Tries hard as a blocker and can handle himself in space...Runs with some power...Knows how to get open...Smart with nice instincts and awareness...Hard worker...Got better every year...Team leader and captain...Good program pedigree.
Weaknesses:
Will need to add some more weight and bulk up...Sub par speed and quickness...Stiff with average athleticism...Isn't explosive and lacks a burst...Won't stretch the field or be a vertical threat...Not real stout at the point of attack...Will get caught reaching as a blocker...Gets too high and does not always use proper leverage...Upside is likely limited.
Notes:
Older brother, Jake, was a starting quarterback at William & Mary and his cousin, Scott Perkins, also played football for the Tribe...Worked as a backup early in his career before taking over the starting job in 2007...Was named 1st Team All-ACC in 2008...Had a terrific senior campaign and really improved his draft stock...Will attempt to follow in the footsteps of recent Cavs tight end prospects who are currently playing in the NFL like Heath Miller and Tom Santi...Probably profiles as more of a backup but has some raw tools to work with and develop.
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Career Statistics
Year GP Rec Yds YPC TD
2005 12 2 27 13.5 1
2006 12 2 65 32.5 0
2007 13 17 193 11.4 2
2008 12 48 385 8.0 2
Totals 49 69 670 9.7 5
Mike Mickens
Height: 5-111/2 | Weight: 184 | 40-Time: 4.53
Official Bio
Strengths:
Ideal height...Long arms...Great hands and ball skills...Smooth athlete with fluid hips...Physical and aggressive...A reliable tackler...Nice instincts and awareness...Reads and reacts well...Very elusive in the open field...Not afraid to help out in run support...Able to play man or zone...Quick to break on the ball and has a burst to close...Uses his hands well...Durable...Has a lot of experience...Extremely productive.
Weaknesses:
Needs to bulk up...Doesn't have great timed speed...Is not very strong...Allows too much separation...Does not get a good jam at the line...A gambler who takes too many chances...Durability is a concern.
Notes:
Was a four year starter...Named 2nd Team All-Big East three times ('05, '06 & '08) and 1st Team once ('07)...The Bearcats career leader in interceptions...Missed three games with torn cartilage in his left knee as a senior but was able to return in time for their bowl game...Has been one of the nation's elite cover guys the past four years...A true playmaker in the secondary who can make quarterbacks pay for their mistakes...Might be a bit overhyped but still a fine player.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2005 10 51 14 1 0
2006 13 59 15 3 2
2007 13 53 6 6 136
2008 11 70 10 4 158
Totals 47 233 45 14 296
Manuel Johnson
Height: 5-107/8 | Weight: 189 | 40-Time: 4.50
Official Bio
Strengths:
Smooth athlete...Reliable hands...Runs good routes...Good instincts and awareness...Nice quickness and agility...Very tough...Isn't afraid to go over the middle...Solid blocker...Good work ethic...Team player.
Weaknesses:
Average height and bulk...Doesn't have great timed speed...Not very elusive...Was never a featured target in college...Minor durability concerns... Wasn't super productive ...Overall upside might be limited.
Notes:
Just a one-year starter for the Sooners...Dislocated his elbow in 2008 but only missed one game and played with a brace...Really emerged as a senior and gave his draft stock a major boost...The type who does everything well but nothing great...Certainly won't ever be a star but could excel in a complimentary role as a #3 or #4 wideout in the pros.
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Career Statistics
Year GP Rec Yds YPC TD
2005 10 10 170 17.0 1
2006 12 36 378 10.5 3
2007 14 31 448 14.5 4
2008 13 42 714 17.0 9
Totals 49 119 1,710 14.4 17
per nfldraftcountdown.com
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 241 | 40-Time: 4.49
Official Bio
Strengths:
Great athleticism...Outstanding speed...Quick and agile...Has a burst to close...Explosive leaper...Good strength...Does an excellent job in coverage...Good blitzer...Terrific sideline-to-sideline range and tracks well in pursuit...Super active...Special teams potential...Experienced.
Weaknesses:
Did not play against top competition...Marginal instincts...Can be too aggressive at times...Plays more of a finesse game and isn't overly physical..Will miss some tackles...Height and bulk are merely average.
Notes:
A three-year starter for the Leathernecks...Began his college career as a strong safety before moving to outside linebacker in 2006...Named 1st Team All-Missouri Valley Conference as a junior and senior...Also garnered All-American notice in 2007 and 2008...Ended his career with 14 forced fumbles, setting a new FCS record and tying the NCAA all-division mark...Had an impressive performance at the East-West Shrine Game...Put on a show during his Pro Day workout, running in the 4.4's, registering a 39-inch vertical and bench pressing 225 pounds 26 times...Small school sleeper with a fantastic blend of physical tools and production...Profiles as an ideal weakside ' backer at the pro level.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SACK PBU INT
2004 RS - - - - -
2005 10 23 1.0 0.0 0 0
2006 11 92 12.0 3.0 2 1
2007 11 107 16.5 8.0 4 0
2008 11 67 17.0 4.0 6 0
Totals 42 289 46.5 15.0 12 1
Robert Brewster
Height: 6-41/8 | Weight: 325 | 40-Time: 5.24
Official Bio
Strengths:
Adequate height...Great bulk...Long arms...Very athletic...Quick with nimble feet...Understands leverage, positioning and angles...Terrific mobility...Natural knee bender...Active and super aggressive...Offers some versatility...Incredibly tough...Durable...Has tons of experience.
Weaknesses:
' Tweener?...Needs to get stronger...Is not real stout at the point of attack...Doesn't get a great push in the run game...Could use his hands better...Played out of a 2-point stance...Had some conditioning issues.
Notes:
Was a four-year starter...Played both right tackle and right guard as a true freshman in 2005...Settled in at right tackle the following year and held that spot down for the next three seasons...Was named 1st Team All-MAC in 2007 and 2008...Never missed a game in college but was hampered by a knee injury as a senior...Best fit at the next level might come inside at offensive guard...Veteran of the college wars with the talent to potentially start but should at least be a valuable backup.
Stephen McGee
Height: 6-27/8 | Weight: 225 | 40-Time: 4.66
Official Bio
Strengths:
Good size and bulk...Great athlete...Arm strength is adequate...Above average accuracy...Can buy time in the pocket...Real mobile and is a threat to make plays with his feet...Can throw on the run...A first-rate competitor..Tough...Team leader...Great work ethic...Loves the game.
Weaknesses:
Poor mechanics and technique...Raw footwork...Isn't comfortable in the pocket...Impatient...Gets happy feet...Small hands...Didn't play in a pro style offense and will face a big adjustment...Health / Durability?
Notes:
Was one of the Top 50 recruits in the entire country coming out of high school according to Rivals...Father, Rodney, played quarterback at Blinn Junior College...Redshirted in 2004...Backed up future pro Reggie McNeal in 2005...Took over the starting job in 2006 and led the nation in interception percentage (2 in 313 attempts)...Led the Aggies in both passing and rushing in 2007...Named Honorable Mention All-Big 12 as a sophomore and junior...Underwent surgery on his left shoulder prior to the 2008 season...Hurt his right shoulder early in the 2008 season and only wound up starting three games as a senior...Also tore a muscle in his throwing arm in 2006 but played through it...Earned Academic All-Big 12 honors...Played in an option offense most of his college career...Big things were expected of him as a senior with Mike Sherman installing an NFL system but the injury derailed those plans...Has some physical tools to work with and possesses top-notch intangibles but is very much a project who will require a lot of grooming...Really helped himself with strong showings at the East / West Shrine Game and Scouting Combine...An intriguing developmental signal caller and may have long-term starting potential.
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Career Statistics
Year GP Comp Att Yds Comp % TD INT
2004 RS - - - - - -
2005 8 24 53 283 45.3% 2 1
2006 13 194 313 2,295 62.0% 12 2
2007 13 211 364 2,311 58.0% 12 8
2008 6 56 85 586 65.9% 2 2
Totals 40 485 815 5,475 59.5% 28 13
Victor Butler
Height: 6-21/4 | Weight: 248 | 40-Time: 4.84
Official Bio
Strengths:
Very athletic...Solid size and bulk...Long arms and big hands...Fast and has a burst...Strong and powerful...Excellent pass rusher...Active with a great motor...Violent tackler...Leader...Also excels on special teams.
Weaknesses:
'Tweener...Lacks fluid hips and is super raw in coverage...Struggles in space...Has trouble getting off blocks...Average agility and change of direction skills...Questionable instincts...Limited starting experience.
Notes:
College defensive end who may have to move to outside linebacker at the next level...Played sparingly as a true freshman in 2005...Played in all 14 games as a backup in 2006...Started 1 game in 2007 but played extensively as a pass rush specialist...Finally got a chance to be a full-time starter in 2008 and came through with an outstanding final campaign...Was named 1st Team All-Pac 10 as a senior...Might fit best in a 3-4 scheme...Will likely face a difficult transition at the next level but his ability to get after the quarterback gives him a fighting chance.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SACK PBU INT
2005 9 3 0.0 0.0 0 0
2006 14 17 5.5 3.0 0 0
2007 13 33 12.5 10.5 4 1
2008 13 65 21.5 12.0 0 0
Totals 49 118 39.5 25.5 4 1
Brandon Williams
Height: 6-21/2 | Weight: 261 | 40-Time: 4.92
Official Bio
Strengths:
Excellent athleticism...Great explosion with a burst...Nice agility and balance...Very quick off the snap...Can really bend off the edge...Does a nice job in pursuit. .Good range...Pretty productive...Still has upside.
Weaknesses:
Just average size and bulk...Lacks great timed speed...Not very strong or powerful...Isn't stout at the point of attack...Not a very good run defender...Struggles to shed blockers...Motor?..Isn't fluid in coverage.
Notes:
A three-year starter for the Red Raiders...Named 1st Team All-Big 12 in 2008 and led the conference in sacks...Came out as a junior but probably would have been better off staying in school...Has some tools to work with but was quite a bit smaller and slower than expected at the Scouting Combine...Classic one-dimensional pass rush specialist who could excel in a situational role in a 4-3 scheme at the next level.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SACK
2006 12 16 3.5 3.5
2007 12 41 11.5 5.0
2008 12 21 12.5 11.0
Totals 36 78 27.5 19.5
DeAngelo Smith
Height: 5-105/8 | Weight: 194 | 40-Time: 4.55
Official Bio
Strengths:
Good athleticism...Ideal height...Super physical...Nice hands and ball skills...Flips his hips well...Aggressive...Rangy...Active with a good motor...Decent instincts and awareness...Versatile with experience at more than one position...Nice change of direction skills...Quick to break on the ball...A very willing run defender...Can also return kicks.
Weaknesses:
Does not have great speed or quickness...Misses some tackles...Allows a big cushion...Gives up too much separation...May struggle to match up in man coverage...Has some trouble shedding blocks...Throws caution to the wind and gambles...Limited schematically?..A 'tweener?
Notes:
Was a two-year starter for the Bearcats...Named 2nd Team All-Big East in both 2007 and 2008...Intercepted 11 passes and returned 5 for touchdowns during his senior season in high school...Started at both cornerback and safety in college...Best fit at the next level might come in a zone scheme...Was overshadowed by Mike Mickens throughout his career at Cincinnati but is a terrific pro prospect in his own right and could even be selected ahead of his more highly-touted teammate.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2004 RS - - - -
2005 6 1 0 0 0
2006 13 23 3 2 95
2007 13 49 8 8 82
2008 14 53 10 2 2
Totals 46 126 21 12 179
Michael Hamlin
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 214 | 40-Time: 4.58
Official Bio
Strengths:
Great size and bulk...Has long arms...Nice instincts...Reads and reacts quickly...Tough and physical...Reliable tackler...Does a terrific job against the run...Good hands and ball skills...Can do some damage in the open field...Active and aggressive...Smart with a fantastic football IQ...Has a ton of experience...A team captain and leader...Productive.
Weaknesses:
Average athleticism...Does not have great speed...Hips aren't fluid...Is not overly explosive and lacks a burst...Range is limited...Will struggle to match up in man coverage situations...Does not change directions all that well...Has trouble shedding blocks...Some durability concerns.
Notes:
Was a four-year starter for the Tigers...Named 2nd Team All-ACC in 2007 and 1st Team in 2008...Brothers, Markee and Marquais, play football at South Carolina St...Missed three games with a broken foot in 2006...Required surgery to repair a stress factor in his foot in February of 2007...Profiles as a strong safety...Definitely has the ability to be a starter so long as his coverage responsibilities are minimized to a degree...An excellent college player with top-notch intangibles but his lack of speed will likely hinder him at the next level.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2004 RS - - - -
2005 12 55 3 2 42
2006 10 64 3 2 90
2007 13 97 6 4 0
2008 13 110 10 6 111
Totals 48 326 22 14 243
David Buehler
Height: 6-13/8 | Weight: 227 | 40-Time: 4.56
Official Bio
Strengths:
Excellent athlete...Very good size...Great accuracy inside forty...Nice elevation and hangtime...Does an outstanding job on kickoffs...Very strong...Terrific tackler...Can be a factor in coverage...Still has upside.
Weaknesses:
Limited experience...Unproven beyond fifty yards...Had some bouts with inconsistency...Shaky long range accuracy...How will he handle big, pressure situations ?...Not accustomed to bad weather conditions.
Notes:
Uncle, George Buehler, was a offensive guard for the Oakland Raiders (1969-78) and Cleveland Browns (1978-79)...Father, John, was a 3-year letterman (1969-71) on Southern Cal's track team as a shot putter...Another uncle, Charles, lettered in football at Stanford for 3 years (1960-62)...Transfer from Santa Ana Junior College...Mainly a kickoff specialist in 2006 but he also worked at fullback and safety (didn't see action)...Took over the starting kicker job in 2007 and 2008...Was named 1st Team All-Pac-10 as a senior...Never attempted a 50+ yarder with the Trojans...Possesses intriguing physical tools and certainly showed a lot of potential as a placekicker but his best chance to make a roster will be as a kickoff specialist...Is a draftable prospect.
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Career Statistics
Year GP FGM FGA LG XPM XPA
2005 JUCO - - - - -
2006 11 1 1 49 0 0
2007 13 16 19 47 52 54
2008 13 9 13 43 65 66
Totals 37 26 33 49 117 120
Stephen Hodge
Height: 5-115/8 | Weight: 235 | 40-Time: 4.58
Official Bio
Strengths:
Good athlete...Adequate height and excellent bulk...Tough, physical and aggressive...Powerful hitter...Nice instincts and awareness...Plays fast...Super active with a great motor...Major special teams potential.
Weaknesses:
A positional 'tweener...Small hands...Just average timed speed...Lacks fluid hips...Plays too tall...Range in coverage is limited...Poor hands and ball skills...Will struggle to match up with wideouts...Character?
Notes:
Brother, Anthony, played football at Baylor...Played extensively as a backup in 2005 and 2006...Started 5 games in 2007 and led the nation in sacks by a defensive back with eight...Started all 14 games in 2008 and was named 1st Team-All MWC...Arrested in 2007 and charged with the unlawful carrying of a weapon and reckless discharge of a firearm...Profiles as either an in-the-box strong safety or potentially a weakside linebacker in the right scheme...Backup / Situational-type whose greatest contribution would most likely come on special teams.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2005 12 15 0 0 0
2006 12 30 0 0 0
2007 13 57 7 0 0
2008 13 81 3 1 0
Totals 50 183 10 1 0
John Phillips
Height: 6-53/8 | Weight: 251 | 40-Time: 4.75
Official Bio
Strengths:
Has a large frame with long arms...High-effort player with a great motor...Decent hands and ball skills...Tries hard as a blocker and can handle himself in space...Runs with some power...Knows how to get open...Smart with nice instincts and awareness...Hard worker...Got better every year...Team leader and captain...Good program pedigree.
Weaknesses:
Will need to add some more weight and bulk up...Sub par speed and quickness...Stiff with average athleticism...Isn't explosive and lacks a burst...Won't stretch the field or be a vertical threat...Not real stout at the point of attack...Will get caught reaching as a blocker...Gets too high and does not always use proper leverage...Upside is likely limited.
Notes:
Older brother, Jake, was a starting quarterback at William & Mary and his cousin, Scott Perkins, also played football for the Tribe...Worked as a backup early in his career before taking over the starting job in 2007...Was named 1st Team All-ACC in 2008...Had a terrific senior campaign and really improved his draft stock...Will attempt to follow in the footsteps of recent Cavs tight end prospects who are currently playing in the NFL like Heath Miller and Tom Santi...Probably profiles as more of a backup but has some raw tools to work with and develop.
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Career Statistics
Year GP Rec Yds YPC TD
2005 12 2 27 13.5 1
2006 12 2 65 32.5 0
2007 13 17 193 11.4 2
2008 12 48 385 8.0 2
Totals 49 69 670 9.7 5
Mike Mickens
Height: 5-111/2 | Weight: 184 | 40-Time: 4.53
Official Bio
Strengths:
Ideal height...Long arms...Great hands and ball skills...Smooth athlete with fluid hips...Physical and aggressive...A reliable tackler...Nice instincts and awareness...Reads and reacts well...Very elusive in the open field...Not afraid to help out in run support...Able to play man or zone...Quick to break on the ball and has a burst to close...Uses his hands well...Durable...Has a lot of experience...Extremely productive.
Weaknesses:
Needs to bulk up...Doesn't have great timed speed...Is not very strong...Allows too much separation...Does not get a good jam at the line...A gambler who takes too many chances...Durability is a concern.
Notes:
Was a four year starter...Named 2nd Team All-Big East three times ('05, '06 & '08) and 1st Team once ('07)...The Bearcats career leader in interceptions...Missed three games with torn cartilage in his left knee as a senior but was able to return in time for their bowl game...Has been one of the nation's elite cover guys the past four years...A true playmaker in the secondary who can make quarterbacks pay for their mistakes...Might be a bit overhyped but still a fine player.
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Career Statistics
Year GP TKL PBU INT YDS
2005 10 51 14 1 0
2006 13 59 15 3 2
2007 13 53 6 6 136
2008 11 70 10 4 158
Totals 47 233 45 14 296
Manuel Johnson
Height: 5-107/8 | Weight: 189 | 40-Time: 4.50
Official Bio
Strengths:
Smooth athlete...Reliable hands...Runs good routes...Good instincts and awareness...Nice quickness and agility...Very tough...Isn't afraid to go over the middle...Solid blocker...Good work ethic...Team player.
Weaknesses:
Average height and bulk...Doesn't have great timed speed...Not very elusive...Was never a featured target in college...Minor durability concerns... Wasn't super productive ...Overall upside might be limited.
Notes:
Just a one-year starter for the Sooners...Dislocated his elbow in 2008 but only missed one game and played with a brace...Really emerged as a senior and gave his draft stock a major boost...The type who does everything well but nothing great...Certainly won't ever be a star but could excel in a complimentary role as a #3 or #4 wideout in the pros.
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Career Statistics
Year GP Rec Yds YPC TD
2005 10 10 170 17.0 1
2006 12 36 378 10.5 3
2007 14 31 448 14.5 4
2008 13 42 714 17.0 9
Totals 49 119 1,710 14.4 17
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