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Steve Muench: (12:59 PM ET ) It's good to be back and I can't wait to hear from all of you so let's get going.
Nathan (Madison, WI): I saw a column recently rating Wisconsin's Jack Ikegwuonu as the top player in the entire Big 10 conference. How would you rate Jack pro potential?
Steve Muench: (1:01 PM ET ) I'm a little worried he doesn't have the top-end speed of a shutdown corner and there are some concerns about his character. That said, he has the size, atheltic ability and enough speed to become a quality starter at the NFL level.
Yellow Fever (New York): On a scale from awesome to super awesome, how good is DeSean Jackson, and is he going to go higher than Ted Ginn Jr. in next year's draft?
Steve Muench: (1:03 PM ET ) I'm going to have to go with super awesome. I think he is a more developed route runner than Ginn Jr and just as if not more dangerous in the return game.
Matt, Big Lake Alaska: Is Darren McFadden a better RB prospect than Adrian Peterson?
Steve Muench: (1:05 PM ET ) It's a tough call. I think both are elite prospects but if I had to choose one I'd say McFadden is a slighlty stronger prospect. He has great speed for his size, he reads his blocks well and he can obviously throw the ball downfield.
Steve Muench: (1:06 PM ET ) A quick sidenote here. McFadden and AP are similar in the sense that they both excel at picking up yards after contact despite the fact they run a little too high. They are just that powerful.
Eli, Portland, OR: Hey Steve, Let's say Oregon's Jonathan Stewart lives up to the expectations this year and decides to go pro after his junior year. Would he be a top 5 pick considering his freakish physical stature.
Steve Muench: (1:08 PM ET ) I think he could be a top five running back but I have to add a disclaimer here. The senior runing back class isn't that deep so a lot will depend on how many underclassmen declare for the draft.
Chris, Davison, Michigan: did the lions make the right move in drafting calvin johnson
Steve Muench: (1:09 PM ET ) Absolutly. Clearly the best available player and the closest thing to a lock in this year's draft.
Christopher (Phoenix, AZ): You and I have a steak dinner betting on the fact the B. Quinn will NEVER make the pro bowl. But, becuase I'm a nice guy, I'm willing to let you off the hook. I know it's early, but the reports have been terrible out of Cleveland. Thoughts?
Steve Muench: (1:12 PM ET ) Chirs, I have to say that when you said Brady would never win a Pro Bowl I though you meant Tom, which makes no sense when you think about it. So a bet is a bet and I'll stick to it. Just keep in touch. As far as the start goes. it's way too early to start busting out the antacids if you are a Browns' fan. Give him a little more time.
Travis, SLC: What kind of degree and/or experience do you need to become a scout in the NFL?
Steve Muench: (1:15 PM ET ) There are no real college courses that are designed to prepare you to become a scout as far as I know. I do think that playing collegiate football is a big help because you learn so much more at that level. Of course the same can be said about playing in the NFL. That being said, I think the most important thing to do is emmerse yourself in the game and always work on finding ways to improve the evaluation process.
Kurt (Cleveland, Ohio): Brady Quinn's supporting cast is far better than Tim Couch's was when he was thrown to the dogs. Do you think that Tim Couch could have succeeded with the current Browns personal or was he a straight up bust?
Steve Muench: (1:16 PM ET ) There's no real way to tell but I believe that Couch could have made it with a stronger supporting cast.
Eric (Ann Arbor): How are Mike Hart and Chad Henne as draft prospects? Everyone says Mike Hart is too small, but they also said he was too small to run at Michigan. Henne has the arm-strength, but what about other factors, including intangibles?
Steve Muench: (1:20 PM ET ) Hat doesn't have great speed or size. I think he will make the most of his natural ability and develop into an elite backup or decent starter but there isn't a great deal of upside. I'm not sold on Henne. He's got a strong arm and I think he can be a leader but he has yet to really establish himself as one. He needs to make more big plays when the game is on the line in my opinion.
Charles (Miami): In regards to Travis' question, then how would somebody with no college or pro experience get into scouting? How did you become involved?
Steve Muench: (1:23 PM ET ) I actually played college ball with Todd McShay who broke into the business while the two of us were at school to it was a natural progression. Someone who hasn't taken a simialr path should really start at the high school level and then work their way up by taking every opportunity to attend coaches' clinics and making contacts that can help them along the way. It's a process.
Steve (BOSTON): Love your work Steve!! Where do you see the Patriots going with their TWO first round picks in next year's draft? What kind of prospects are available at these positions?
Steve Muench: (1:26 PM ET ) Again, it will depend on which underclassmen declare. If the Pats don 't think they are going to get fair value with their picks, look for them to make some draft day trades yet again. A couple of possibilities, however, would be an ILB like Vince Hall or Jasper Brinkley if not a corner like Antoine Cason who I'm very on or Terrell Thomas.
Big Dan (SF, Ca): Don't get too excited Steve from Boston, your pick from the 9ers will be in the mid to late 20's. By the way, thanks for Joe Staley. Possibly the best lineman in the draft (Definitely the most athletic).
Steve Muench: (1:28 PM ET ) Things are defintily looking up for the 49ers and I thought they did well to get Staley but that doesn't mean the Pats got robbed in this deal.
John (Tampa, FL): Was G. Adams worth the #4 Pick? If not who should the Bucs have picked?
Steve Muench: (1:30 PM ET ) I do John because he is a great talent who fills an important need for them.
joe (state college): Good to hear from you again steve, I was just wondering how you thought about penn state players Derrick Williams and Justin King
Steve Muench: (1:32 PM ET ) King has freakish speed so it will be tough not to consider taking him in the first round. Williams has been a bit of a disappointment so he will have to have a strong 2007 to move into the first.
Jimmy (Philadelphia): Who goes first, McFadden or Hart
Steve Muench: (1:33 PM ET ) McFadden could be the No. 1 pick overall. Hart should be a middle-to-late first round pick.
Pats Fans(Every where): Biag Dan- Where happy you like your new o-lineman and that you think you have a shot at winning a mediocore divison, but we worry about Superbowls,period. Enjoy your athletic line-man though.
Steve Muench: (1:34 PM ET ) And the gloves are off.
Jim (Atlanta): Who do you see the Falcons targeting in next years draft?
Steve Muench: (1:35 PM ET ) What about Louisville QB Brian Brohm reuniting with Petrino? It could happen. The problem is it could also be a big mistake because Brohm is overrated heading into this year.
Craig (Braintree, MA): If T Jackson for the Vikings doesn't work out, will there be a QB available for them that would rate higher than Brady Quinn?
Steve Muench: (1:36 PM ET ) The truth is I'm not in love with this quarterback class but that could change over the course of the season. So as it stands right now I really don't think there is a prospect as strong as Quinn.
Dennis (Point Edward): Do you think Drew Stanton will get his chance in the motor city i think he has the talent of the next Steve Young?
Steve Muench: (1:38 PM ET ) I was so on board until you dropped Steve Young into the mix. It's far too early for that kind of talk but I think Stanton has a bright future ahead of him.
David: (Seattle, WA): How many USC studs are going to get drafted in the first round?
Steve Muench: (1:40 PM ET ) Too early to tell but I would be surprised if they didn't have the most first-round picks. That place is a factory for NFL prospects.
Dustin (Dayton, OH): How good is the QB from Oregon?
Steve Muench: (1:42 PM ET ) I got a chance to break down some Oregon films a few weeks ago and I had a tough time evaluating Dixon. He has a strong arm, he moves well and he can be accurate. His biggest flaw is his inconsistency so he really has to cut down on his mistakes this year.
Mike (Lexington, KY): How do you project Andre Woodson (QB-UK) into the pros and is he a first round prospect??
Steve Muench: (1:44 PM ET ) He's someone I'll be keeping a close eye on this year because he could turn into a great one. He has prototypical size and arm strength. It doesn't hurt that he plays in the strongest conference in college football either.
Mike, Houston: When the Texans have a top five pick again next year do expect they will finally take a franchise LT - Jake Long?
Steve Muench: (1:46 PM ET ) Long would be a great fit and fill an important need but he needs to stay healthy this year.
Ron (Clarks Summit, PA): I can't believe that you have made it through 3/4 of an NFL draft chat, but have not answered a single question about the NFL supplemental draft that is taking place today...right now, in fact. With 3 Steelers starting o-lineman entering the final years of their contracts (LG A. Faneca, RG K. Simmons, and RT M. Starks), would it be wise for Pittsburgh to roll the dice on Maryland OT Jared Gaither or Nebraska G/T Chris Patrick in today's supplemental draft? In which round would you suggest putting in a bid for those two guys, as well as Georgia CB Paul Oliver?
Steve Muench: (1:49 PM ET ) I would use a fourth and maybe a third to get Gaither or Oliver. I would wait to get Patrick in the later rounds. You alos make a good point about Pittsburgh because their offensive line needs work.
Zander (LA): Where do you think Antoine Cason from Arizona goes, and who would you compare his game to (yeah i know its never fair but humor me)
Steve Muench: (1:51 PM ET ) Cason isn't as strong as Champ Bailey but he has the speed, athletic ability, instints and toughness to develop into an elite corner. There's a reason that teams throw away from him.
jesse (greenville, nc): steve, is john david booty a top quarterback prospect for next years draft
Steve Muench: (1:52 PM ET ) He is but it's not a very strong class and he has to have a strong year to remain one of the top prospects.
Joey: Buffalo, NY: I would love Cason in Buffalo next year. Do you think he would be a good fit for the Cover 2 or do you have another DB that would be a better fit? Thank you
Steve Muench: (1:54 PM ET ) He would be a good fit but not a great fit. Cover-2 corners have to defend the run well. Cason is willing in run support but he doesn't shed blocks as well as you would like. Mike Jenkins out of South Florida may be a better fit for a Cover-2 scheme so he's a name to keep an eye on.
Austin (Omaha, NE): Just tell me what you think of D. McCfadden. Thank You.
Steve Muench: (1:56 PM ET ) He just doesn't have mean weaknesses. he can carry the ball 25 times a game, he can push the pile when he runs inside, he can turn the corner, he can rip off chunks of yards when he gets a seam and he's versatile enough to line up at quarterback in certian situations. He's not all that elusive but he isn't going to get caught dancing in the backfield either.
Kenny (Roanoke, VA): Do you think it was a wise move for the Chargers to take Paul Oliver in the 4th round?
Steve Muench: (1:58 PM ET ) I think he is a good value there and the corners there have been inconsistent so yeah I think it's a good pick. Now it's up to the coaching staff to get Oliver to realize his potential.
Karl (Owasso, OK): If McFadden and Felix Jones, McFaddens back up, where do you see Jones getting drafted if he comes out? Also what about Monk (WR)
Steve Muench: (2:01 PM ET ) Jones is like the Michael Tunrer of the NFL. There just aren't that many if any teams that he wouldn't starter for. He isn't quite as well-rounded as McFadden but he is exploisve and powerful. In fact, I think he could be a first-round pick if he comes out. Monk projects as a second or third round pick at this point. His lack of great speed should keep him out of the first.
Mike (New Jersey): Do you think if WVU wins the BCS title this year Slaton will return? And if not how high do you think he will go?
Steve Muench: (2:02 PM ET ) I think Slaton and McFadden will come out . If that happens, McFadden will be the first back taken and Slaton the second.
PJ (Boston): Where does Matt Ryan fall amongst the QB prospects for the 08 Draft? Can he be a 1st rounder, especially with a year of running a Steve Logan offense?
Steve Muench: (2:05 PM ET ) Ryan is a leader on the field who can be very effective when he takes what the defense givehim. Though it's important he stay healthy this year, I am excited to see how he fares in an offense that will give him more responsibility. If he takes advantage of the opportunity. I see him going late in the first or early in the second.
Cyrus (DC): Give me one good reason that Mcfadden is better than Slaton. i think that slaton is much more electrifying!
Steve Muench: (2:06 PM ET ) There's no questioning Slaton's ability to pump out highlights and I would line him up in the slot at times so he is versatile. I just think McFadden is stronger betwween the tackles and a playmaker as well.
Steve Muench: (2:07 PM ET ) Well. that's it for this week. Great comments all around and I look forward to doing it again soon.
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Nathan (Madison, WI): I saw a column recently rating Wisconsin's Jack Ikegwuonu as the top player in the entire Big 10 conference. How would you rate Jack pro potential?
Yellow Fever (New York): On a scale from awesome to super awesome, how good is DeSean Jackson, and is he going to go higher than Ted Ginn Jr. in next year's draft?
Matt, Big Lake Alaska: Is Darren McFadden a better RB prospect than Adrian Peterson?
Eli, Portland, OR: Hey Steve, Let's say Oregon's Jonathan Stewart lives up to the expectations this year and decides to go pro after his junior year. Would he be a top 5 pick considering his freakish physical stature.
Chris, Davison, Michigan: did the lions make the right move in drafting calvin johnson
Christopher (Phoenix, AZ): You and I have a steak dinner betting on the fact the B. Quinn will NEVER make the pro bowl. But, becuase I'm a nice guy, I'm willing to let you off the hook. I know it's early, but the reports have been terrible out of Cleveland. Thoughts?
Travis, SLC: What kind of degree and/or experience do you need to become a scout in the NFL?
Kurt (Cleveland, Ohio): Brady Quinn's supporting cast is far better than Tim Couch's was when he was thrown to the dogs. Do you think that Tim Couch could have succeeded with the current Browns personal or was he a straight up bust?
Eric (Ann Arbor): How are Mike Hart and Chad Henne as draft prospects? Everyone says Mike Hart is too small, but they also said he was too small to run at Michigan. Henne has the arm-strength, but what about other factors, including intangibles?
Charles (Miami): In regards to Travis' question, then how would somebody with no college or pro experience get into scouting? How did you become involved?
Steve (BOSTON): Love your work Steve!! Where do you see the Patriots going with their TWO first round picks in next year's draft? What kind of prospects are available at these positions?
Big Dan (SF, Ca): Don't get too excited Steve from Boston, your pick from the 9ers will be in the mid to late 20's. By the way, thanks for Joe Staley. Possibly the best lineman in the draft (Definitely the most athletic).
John (Tampa, FL): Was G. Adams worth the #4 Pick? If not who should the Bucs have picked?
joe (state college): Good to hear from you again steve, I was just wondering how you thought about penn state players Derrick Williams and Justin King
Jimmy (Philadelphia): Who goes first, McFadden or Hart
Pats Fans(Every where): Biag Dan- Where happy you like your new o-lineman and that you think you have a shot at winning a mediocore divison, but we worry about Superbowls,period. Enjoy your athletic line-man though.
Jim (Atlanta): Who do you see the Falcons targeting in next years draft?
Craig (Braintree, MA): If T Jackson for the Vikings doesn't work out, will there be a QB available for them that would rate higher than Brady Quinn?
Dennis (Point Edward): Do you think Drew Stanton will get his chance in the motor city i think he has the talent of the next Steve Young?
David: (Seattle, WA): How many USC studs are going to get drafted in the first round?
Dustin (Dayton, OH): How good is the QB from Oregon?
Mike (Lexington, KY): How do you project Andre Woodson (QB-UK) into the pros and is he a first round prospect??
Mike, Houston: When the Texans have a top five pick again next year do expect they will finally take a franchise LT - Jake Long?
Ron (Clarks Summit, PA): I can't believe that you have made it through 3/4 of an NFL draft chat, but have not answered a single question about the NFL supplemental draft that is taking place today...right now, in fact. With 3 Steelers starting o-lineman entering the final years of their contracts (LG A. Faneca, RG K. Simmons, and RT M. Starks), would it be wise for Pittsburgh to roll the dice on Maryland OT Jared Gaither or Nebraska G/T Chris Patrick in today's supplemental draft? In which round would you suggest putting in a bid for those two guys, as well as Georgia CB Paul Oliver?
Zander (LA): Where do you think Antoine Cason from Arizona goes, and who would you compare his game to (yeah i know its never fair but humor me)
jesse (greenville, nc): steve, is john david booty a top quarterback prospect for next years draft
Joey: Buffalo, NY: I would love Cason in Buffalo next year. Do you think he would be a good fit for the Cover 2 or do you have another DB that would be a better fit? Thank you
Austin (Omaha, NE): Just tell me what you think of D. McCfadden. Thank You.
Kenny (Roanoke, VA): Do you think it was a wise move for the Chargers to take Paul Oliver in the 4th round?
Karl (Owasso, OK): If McFadden and Felix Jones, McFaddens back up, where do you see Jones getting drafted if he comes out? Also what about Monk (WR)
Mike (New Jersey): Do you think if WVU wins the BCS title this year Slaton will return? And if not how high do you think he will go?
PJ (Boston): Where does Matt Ryan fall amongst the QB prospects for the 08 Draft? Can he be a 1st rounder, especially with a year of running a Steve Logan offense?
Cyrus (DC): Give me one good reason that Mcfadden is better than Slaton. i think that slaton is much more electrifying!
