NFL Draft Prospect: Sinorice Moss
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Ko Simpson
Height:: 6-1
Weight:: 205
40 Yard Dash:: 4.40
Verticle Jump:: 40
Comparison:: Edward Reed, Ravens
Strengths: Has excellent height and frame to add bulk. Has good speed and outstanding ball skills. Has great instincts in the passing game; reads the quarterback’s eyes and gets a jump on the ball. Is athletic; makes quick adjustments to the ball in the air. Has great strength for his size. Is a threat in running game; takes great angles to the ball and explodes through the ball carrier. Is physical in coverage and can box out larger receivers. Has good recovery speed. Makes n>open-field tackles well enough to cover kicks on special teams.
Weaknesses: Is a raw athlete; needs to polish his technique and take fewer false steps vs. the run. Was academically ineligible coming out of high school and completed only four college semesters, raising questions about his discipline and ability to absorb complex systems. Relies too heavily on his athletic ability.
Bottom line: Simpson is an intriguing prospect with potential, and his athletic ability is unquestioned, but he's a risk. His athleticism likely will earn him an early second-round selection.
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Simpson said Jan. 9 that he will forgo the remaining two years of eligibility and enter the '06 draft. Simpson, a redshirt sophomore named to the third-team AP All-America list last month, led South Carolina with 103 tackles this season and had one interception. Tightlipped about what round he might be drafted, Simpson said he started thinking midseason he might turn pro.
"This only comes once in a lifetime," Simpson said. "I think, basically, in two years I did probably what all I could do at USC. ... I just followed my heart and thought it was best." Simpson had six interceptions his first season, which tied for third in the nation, and was named Southeastern Conference freshman of the year. He signed with South Carolina in 2003 but didn't enroll until the following year.
--Associated Press-sportingnews.com
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Height:: 6-1
Weight:: 205
40 Yard Dash:: 4.40
Verticle Jump:: 40
Comparison:: Edward Reed, Ravens
Strengths: Has excellent height and frame to add bulk. Has good speed and outstanding ball skills. Has great instincts in the passing game; reads the quarterback’s eyes and gets a jump on the ball. Is athletic; makes quick adjustments to the ball in the air. Has great strength for his size. Is a threat in running game; takes great angles to the ball and explodes through the ball carrier. Is physical in coverage and can box out larger receivers. Has good recovery speed. Makes n>open-field tackles well enough to cover kicks on special teams.
Weaknesses: Is a raw athlete; needs to polish his technique and take fewer false steps vs. the run. Was academically ineligible coming out of high school and completed only four college semesters, raising questions about his discipline and ability to absorb complex systems. Relies too heavily on his athletic ability.
Bottom line: Simpson is an intriguing prospect with potential, and his athletic ability is unquestioned, but he's a risk. His athleticism likely will earn him an early second-round selection.
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Simpson said Jan. 9 that he will forgo the remaining two years of eligibility and enter the '06 draft. Simpson, a redshirt sophomore named to the third-team AP All-America list last month, led South Carolina with 103 tackles this season and had one interception. Tightlipped about what round he might be drafted, Simpson said he started thinking midseason he might turn pro.
"This only comes once in a lifetime," Simpson said. "I think, basically, in two years I did probably what all I could do at USC. ... I just followed my heart and thought it was best." Simpson had six interceptions his first season, which tied for third in the nation, and was named Southeastern Conference freshman of the year. He signed with South Carolina in 2003 but didn't enroll until the following year.
--Associated Press-sportingnews.com
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Kai Parhman
Height:: 6-3
Weight:: 256
40 Yard Dash::4.96
Strengths: Is big and tall with a strong build. Plays with intensity and plenty of power. Shows great speed and initial quickness. Makes big hits. Moves well laterally and plays under control. Takes good angles and makes plays in pursuit. Stuffs the run. Blitzing instincts have improved. Is a solid n>open-field tackler. Has a great work ethic.
Weaknesses: Sometimes plays too upright and stiff; struggles to change directions. Needs to play with better leverage. Isn't a fluid athlete. Has some trouble turning and running in coverage. Lacks a good feel for n>zone coverage. Struggle against quicker running backs man-to-man.
Bottom line: Parham, an early-rising junior, led the Cavaliers in tackles and earned first team All-ACC honors in his final college season. He isn't an elite athlete, but he has steadily with improved with his good combination of size, speed and strength. With his NFL starting potential, he should be selected no later than the third round.
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Parham -- after leading Virginia in tackles as a junior -- will skip his senior season to enter the '06 draft. Parham was a three-year starter at inside linebacker and had 103 tackles and nine sacks last season. In three years, he made 272 tackles, including 33 behind the line of scrimmage.
"We want to wish Kai the best in his pursuit of a career in professional football," coach Al Groh said Jan. 11. Parham earned his degree in African-American Studies last month.
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Height:: 6-3
Weight:: 256
40 Yard Dash::4.96
Strengths: Is big and tall with a strong build. Plays with intensity and plenty of power. Shows great speed and initial quickness. Makes big hits. Moves well laterally and plays under control. Takes good angles and makes plays in pursuit. Stuffs the run. Blitzing instincts have improved. Is a solid n>open-field tackler. Has a great work ethic.
Weaknesses: Sometimes plays too upright and stiff; struggles to change directions. Needs to play with better leverage. Isn't a fluid athlete. Has some trouble turning and running in coverage. Lacks a good feel for n>zone coverage. Struggle against quicker running backs man-to-man.
Bottom line: Parham, an early-rising junior, led the Cavaliers in tackles and earned first team All-ACC honors in his final college season. He isn't an elite athlete, but he has steadily with improved with his good combination of size, speed and strength. With his NFL starting potential, he should be selected no later than the third round.
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Parham -- after leading Virginia in tackles as a junior -- will skip his senior season to enter the '06 draft. Parham was a three-year starter at inside linebacker and had 103 tackles and nine sacks last season. In three years, he made 272 tackles, including 33 behind the line of scrimmage.
"We want to wish Kai the best in his pursuit of a career in professional football," coach Al Groh said Jan. 11. Parham earned his degree in African-American Studies last month.
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He has slot WR/3rd WR written all over him. His older brother is a perfect example of what he can be...a very good compliment to a #!.
And in this draft there are only 2-3 who have the potential to be worthy enough to be # 1's. I'd pick his team mate, Hester, in the 4th before I'd pick him on the 1st day.
In 2006, Moss would be nothing more than a return man. Same as Hester.
And in this draft there are only 2-3 who have the potential to be worthy enough to be # 1's. I'd pick his team mate, Hester, in the 4th before I'd pick him on the 1st day.
In 2006, Moss would be nothing more than a return man. Same as Hester.
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DEREK HAGAN
Height:: 6-1
Weight:: 208
40 Yard Dash:: 4.42
Verticle Jump:: 40
Strengths: Is productive with good size and strength. Uses good quickness and experience to escape jams and get upfield. Shows good hip movement and footwork to change directions quickly at top speed. Shows a burst out of cuts. Recognizes coverages well -- finds soft spots against zones and beats man-to-man with good technique. Is tough. Snatching passes on the run. Is productive after the catch. Is a good leader with great character.
Weaknesses: Lacks elite speed. Doesn't get separation or pull away from elite cornerbacks. Drops too many passes. Doesn't like to go over the middle. Is not elusive. Must work on his releases.
Bottom line: Although Hagan lacks elite speed and drops too many passes, he still is one of the more polished receivers in the '06 draft. He is a tough, savvy route-runner who knows how to get n>open. His production speaks for itself, and he n>will serve as a valuable backup early in his career. Hagan's lack of speed likely will cause him to drop to the bottom of the second round or top of the third.
NEWS Once considered a top wide receiver prospect, Hagan was in steady decline over the past month. But an impressive 4.42 40 at the Combine will help him rebound. Hagan is a polished receiver, runs good routes and was extremely productive. Scouts shied away from him because of his perceived lack of speed. His Combine sprint dashes that notion, and Hagan’s stock will climb. -- War Room scouts-sportingnews.com
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Height:: 6-1
Weight:: 208
40 Yard Dash:: 4.42
Verticle Jump:: 40
Strengths: Is productive with good size and strength. Uses good quickness and experience to escape jams and get upfield. Shows good hip movement and footwork to change directions quickly at top speed. Shows a burst out of cuts. Recognizes coverages well -- finds soft spots against zones and beats man-to-man with good technique. Is tough. Snatching passes on the run. Is productive after the catch. Is a good leader with great character.
Weaknesses: Lacks elite speed. Doesn't get separation or pull away from elite cornerbacks. Drops too many passes. Doesn't like to go over the middle. Is not elusive. Must work on his releases.
Bottom line: Although Hagan lacks elite speed and drops too many passes, he still is one of the more polished receivers in the '06 draft. He is a tough, savvy route-runner who knows how to get n>open. His production speaks for itself, and he n>will serve as a valuable backup early in his career. Hagan's lack of speed likely will cause him to drop to the bottom of the second round or top of the third.
NEWS Once considered a top wide receiver prospect, Hagan was in steady decline over the past month. But an impressive 4.42 40 at the Combine will help him rebound. Hagan is a polished receiver, runs good routes and was extremely productive. Scouts shied away from him because of his perceived lack of speed. His Combine sprint dashes that notion, and Hagan’s stock will climb. -- War Room scouts-sportingnews.com
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Maurice Stovall
Height:: 6-5
Weight:: 220
40 Yard Dash:: 4.50
Verticle Jump:: 36
Comparison:: Randy Moss
Strengths: Has a big, strong chiseled frame to create man-to-man mismatches. Shows good body control. Has long arms and big hands. Makes tough catches by using body to shield defenders from the ball, and has the leaping ability to go up and grab passes at their peak. Can make highlight-reel catches. Runs well for his size. Is a physical blocker with good technique.
Weaknesses: Was an underachiever until '05. Does not like to go over the middle or work hard to make the catch. Drops too many passes. Does not play with a sense of urgency, takes too long to reach full speed and doesn't explode out of cuts. Has some mild durability concerns.
Bottom line: In 2005, Stovall made tremendous strides and finally played up to his potential under new coach Charlie Weis. Stovall is a big, intriguing player with NFL upside. He has the potential to be a red n>zone nightmare. His inconsistency remains a big concern. His predraft routine got off to a strong start with a good showing during Senior Bowl workouts. If he runs well at the NFL Combine and/or during on-campus workouts, he could become a late-Day 1 selection.
News Stovall could be the wide receiver with the greatest opportunity to improve his stock at the Senior Bowl. He is big, physical and athletic. He shows good hands and runs good routes. Thanks to his season in Notre Dame coach Charlie Weis' pro-style offense, Stovall already shows a solid understanding of what is required at the next level. He is a guy to watch this week. -- War Room scouts.- sportingnews.com
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Height:: 6-5
Weight:: 220
40 Yard Dash:: 4.50
Verticle Jump:: 36
Comparison:: Randy Moss
Strengths: Has a big, strong chiseled frame to create man-to-man mismatches. Shows good body control. Has long arms and big hands. Makes tough catches by using body to shield defenders from the ball, and has the leaping ability to go up and grab passes at their peak. Can make highlight-reel catches. Runs well for his size. Is a physical blocker with good technique.
Weaknesses: Was an underachiever until '05. Does not like to go over the middle or work hard to make the catch. Drops too many passes. Does not play with a sense of urgency, takes too long to reach full speed and doesn't explode out of cuts. Has some mild durability concerns.
Bottom line: In 2005, Stovall made tremendous strides and finally played up to his potential under new coach Charlie Weis. Stovall is a big, intriguing player with NFL upside. He has the potential to be a red n>zone nightmare. His inconsistency remains a big concern. His predraft routine got off to a strong start with a good showing during Senior Bowl workouts. If he runs well at the NFL Combine and/or during on-campus workouts, he could become a late-Day 1 selection.
News Stovall could be the wide receiver with the greatest opportunity to improve his stock at the Senior Bowl. He is big, physical and athletic. He shows good hands and runs good routes. Thanks to his season in Notre Dame coach Charlie Weis' pro-style offense, Stovall already shows a solid understanding of what is required at the next level. He is a guy to watch this week. -- War Room scouts.- sportingnews.com
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Wow, Santana Moss burns us for two TDs and now we're ready to view his brother as the second coming.
Sinorice is an iffy prospect. He's shorter than his brother, not as fast as his brother and really didn't do much at the U.
He's a second-rounder at best. We don't need him.
Sinorice is an iffy prospect. He's shorter than his brother, not as fast as his brother and really didn't do much at the U.
He's a second-rounder at best. We don't need him.
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Stovall has the dropsies.
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David Hester
Height:: 5-11
Weight:: 195
40 Yard Dash:: 4.32
Verticle Jump:: 39
NFL Comparison:: Ty Law, Jets
Strengths: Has terrific speed, but has yet to find a permanent position. Also has played wide receiver, and is an outstanding punt returner. Has outstanding short and long burst and a second gear. Shows quick footwork and a closing burst on defense.
Weaknesses: Lacks experience. Never made enough plays on offense or defense to warrant playing time. Made only five career starts. Is small for a receiver and struggles in running routes, has inconsistent hands and lacks concentration. As a cornerback, shows stiff hip movement to turn and run with receivers and isn't a physical tackler.
Bottom line: Many NFL teams n>will see Hester only as a return specialist, but some will take a look at him wide receiver or cornerback, too. Hester has excellent upside on offense and defense but also could be a bust. At least one GM will become enamored with his speed and chase him on draft day. Hester has the talent of late-Day 1 selection. If you go on his production, though, he is a worth no more than a fourth-round pick.
NEWS Hester did the most to help himself at Miami's March 4 pro day workout, reportedly running a 4.32 and 4.37 in the 40-yard dash. That was a big improvement over the unofficial 4.41 he ran at the NFL Combine. He also excelled in the long and short shuttles and the cone drill. -- War Room scouts-sportingnews.com
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Height:: 5-11
Weight:: 195
40 Yard Dash:: 4.32
Verticle Jump:: 39
NFL Comparison:: Ty Law, Jets
Strengths: Has terrific speed, but has yet to find a permanent position. Also has played wide receiver, and is an outstanding punt returner. Has outstanding short and long burst and a second gear. Shows quick footwork and a closing burst on defense.
Weaknesses: Lacks experience. Never made enough plays on offense or defense to warrant playing time. Made only five career starts. Is small for a receiver and struggles in running routes, has inconsistent hands and lacks concentration. As a cornerback, shows stiff hip movement to turn and run with receivers and isn't a physical tackler.
Bottom line: Many NFL teams n>will see Hester only as a return specialist, but some will take a look at him wide receiver or cornerback, too. Hester has excellent upside on offense and defense but also could be a bust. At least one GM will become enamored with his speed and chase him on draft day. Hester has the talent of late-Day 1 selection. If you go on his production, though, he is a worth no more than a fourth-round pick.
NEWS Hester did the most to help himself at Miami's March 4 pro day workout, reportedly running a 4.32 and 4.37 in the 40-yard dash. That was a big improvement over the unofficial 4.41 he ran at the NFL Combine. He also excelled in the long and short shuttles and the cone drill. -- War Room scouts-sportingnews.com
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Pat Watkins
Height:: 6-4
Weight:: 211
40 Yard Dash:: 4.42
Verticle Jump:: 42
NFL Comparison:: Marcus Coleman, Texans
Strengths: Is tall with a long wingspan. Is a presence in the red n>zone when defending fade patterns against larger receivers. Is great in zone coverage; can cover ground with long strides. Has great recovery speed and can chase down receivers from behind. Has good ball skills. Recognizes and reads routes well. Is a prototypical deep defender; doesn't let receivers get behind him.
Weaknesses: Must add bulk; is not a presence in run support. Struggles to get off blocks in the box. Gets outmuscled at the point of attack. Must improve his man-to-man coverage skills. Struggles when close to the line of scrimmage; cannot re-route or jam defenders. Bottom line: Defenders of Watkins’ size rarely run and change directions smoothly. He must get bigger before he can contribute as an every-down defender, but he can play in red zone packages and in zone coverage schemes. He should be selected in the middle of Day 1.
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Height:: 6-4
Weight:: 211
40 Yard Dash:: 4.42
Verticle Jump:: 42
NFL Comparison:: Marcus Coleman, Texans
Strengths: Is tall with a long wingspan. Is a presence in the red n>zone when defending fade patterns against larger receivers. Is great in zone coverage; can cover ground with long strides. Has great recovery speed and can chase down receivers from behind. Has good ball skills. Recognizes and reads routes well. Is a prototypical deep defender; doesn't let receivers get behind him.
Weaknesses: Must add bulk; is not a presence in run support. Struggles to get off blocks in the box. Gets outmuscled at the point of attack. Must improve his man-to-man coverage skills. Struggles when close to the line of scrimmage; cannot re-route or jam defenders. Bottom line: Defenders of Watkins’ size rarely run and change directions smoothly. He must get bigger before he can contribute as an every-down defender, but he can play in red zone packages and in zone coverage schemes. He should be selected in the middle of Day 1.
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JIMMY WILLIAMS
HEIGHT:: 6-3
WEIGHT:: 216
SPEED:: 4.32(sportingnews) 4.36 (hookieshaven.com)
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STRENGTHS:: -Has great height, weight, speed and long arms. Is best suited to play in a bump-and-run system. Has excellent strength, and is not afraid to be physical and challenge for jump balls. Is particularly effective in the red zone. Is quick. Shows fluid hip movements to turn and run with receivers. Shows above-average burst to the ball. Shows good instincts and route-recognition skills. Is a playmaker with excellent hands. Is good in run support, and fills the hole hard. Is an excellent tackler. Has experience at safety and returning kicks.- sportingnews
-Has rare size/speed combination. A versatile prospect with experience at DC and FS. He is an ideal fit as a press cover corner in a man-to-man scheme. He made huge strides in coverage as a junior in 2004. He is tall, has long arms and is strong for the position. He does a good job of pressing WRs at the LOS and taking them out of their routes. He is surprisingly fluid for such a tall DC. Shows the quickness, hips and top-end speed to turn and run with any WR in the NFL if he opens up in time. He shows very good closing burst when the ball is in the air. He is physical and challenges the jump ball. His size gives him a big advantage in the red zone. He has developed excellent ball skills and is a playmaker with the ball in his hands. He fills hard vs. the run and is outstanding in run support. He is an aggressive player who will throw his body around and mix it up. He flashes some upside when turned loose on the blitz. Also has experience returning punts.- espn.com
WEAKNESS:: -Still has work to do in terms of his consistency in coverage. Will be over-aggressive at times and will get caught gambling. He needs to do a better job with his recognition skills. Will get caught peeking in the backfield at times and will leave himself vulnerable. He is much more effective in man-coverage than he is in zone. He seems less comfortable in space and needs to improve his ability to read the QB's eyes.-espn.com
-Can be overly aggressiveness and lose focus in zone coverage. Must improve field awareness. Must learn to better read quarterbacks' eyes and receivers' tendencies. Must become more disciplined and make wiser decisions. Gambles too much, and gets burned by double moves and pump fakes.- sportingnews
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Virginia Tech cornerback Jimmy Williams has always been more than confident in his athletic abilities. On his right forearm, a tattoo reads: "Destined 2." On his left: "Be Great."
But Williams's confidence got him into hot water last season with Hokies Coach Frank Beamer. Before the 2004 opener against defending national champion Southern California in the Black Coaches Association Classic at FedEx Field, Williams said Trojans wide receiver Mike Williams wouldn't be very productive if he played in the game.
The NCAA denied reinstating the receiver's eligibility before the game, but the damage was done in Beamer's mind. He banned his cornerback from talking to the media for the rest of the season.
So last month, when Virginia Tech's players reported to Lane Stadium for the annual team picture and media interviews, Williams was biting his tongue. Beamer's message had apparently gotten through loud and clear.
"I like it that way," Beamer said. "I like respecting the game and the opponent and playing hard."
Beamer has never questioned Williams's work ethic or talent. Last season, the senior from Hampton, Va., was an all-ACC selection and a semifinalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, which is given to college football's best defensive back. Williams led the ACC with five interceptions and was third on the team with 60 tackles in his first season at cornerback after starting at free safety during the 2003 season.
Williams, 6 feet 3 and 216 pounds, played so well last year that many Virginia Tech fans didn't expect him to be back in Blacksburg this season. Williams was ranked among the top non-seniors available for the NFL draft, but he surprised a lot of friends and teammates when he decided to return to Tech. Losing Williams would have been a tremendous blow to the Hokies, who had already graduated starting cornerback Eric Green and safeties James Griffin and Vincent Fuller from a secondary that helped them rank No. 4 in Division I-A in pass defense last season.
"Hey, I wanted to shock the world," Williams said. "A lot of people thought I was going to leave, but I wanted to do something different. A lot of guys before me who had the opportunity to leave did leave. I wanted to be different. I wanted to leave my mark on this program and its history."
Barring an injury this season, Williams's decision could pay off in a big way in April's NFL draft. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. ranks Williams the No. 1 cornerback and No. 10 senior available for the draft. Williams's athleticism and big-play abilities are why he is being compared to former Tech standout DeAngelo Hall, a first-round draft choice of the Atlanta Falcons in the 2004 NFL draft.
Unlike Hall, Williams has the size to play free safety in the NFL, but he also is fast enough to cover wide receivers in the open field as a cornerback.
"I wanted to come back and be the number one player in college football," Williams said. "Not just the number one defensive back."
Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster will be counting on Williams to anchor the Hokies' rebuilt secondary. With sophomore Roland Minor lining up at the other cornerback spot and sophomore D.J. Parker likely starting at free safety, Williams doesn't figure to get many passes thrown to his side of the field this season. Keeping his young teammates in the right place will be just as important for Williams, Beamer said.
"Jimmy's doing great right now as far as being a team player here, respecting his teammates and being a great senior leader," Beamer said. "He's covering people like a blanket and has really played well and has confidence."
And, most importantly in Beamer's eyes, Williams is doing it quietly. After making his candid remarks about Mike Williams before last season's opener, the cornerback was burned for one of the biggest plays in the Trojans' 24-13 victory. With Tech leading 10-7 late in the third quarter, running back Reggie Bush lined up at receiver and ran right past Williams for a 53-yard touchdown.
"Damn, I don't want another Reggie Bush play," Williams said. "I was just a kid. I didn't know what to say or how to say it. But I still don't think what I said was all that bad."
Williams said Beamer's censorship did have its benefits, though.
"I'd like to thank Coach Beamer because I didn't have to worry about having a bad game and then having to come and talk to you guys," Williams told reporters.
HEIGHT:: 6-3
WEIGHT:: 216
SPEED:: 4.32(sportingnews) 4.36 (hookieshaven.com)
PLAYERS CARD:: http://virginiatech.rivals.com/cview...640&type=stats
STRENGTHS:: -Has great height, weight, speed and long arms. Is best suited to play in a bump-and-run system. Has excellent strength, and is not afraid to be physical and challenge for jump balls. Is particularly effective in the red zone. Is quick. Shows fluid hip movements to turn and run with receivers. Shows above-average burst to the ball. Shows good instincts and route-recognition skills. Is a playmaker with excellent hands. Is good in run support, and fills the hole hard. Is an excellent tackler. Has experience at safety and returning kicks.- sportingnews
-Has rare size/speed combination. A versatile prospect with experience at DC and FS. He is an ideal fit as a press cover corner in a man-to-man scheme. He made huge strides in coverage as a junior in 2004. He is tall, has long arms and is strong for the position. He does a good job of pressing WRs at the LOS and taking them out of their routes. He is surprisingly fluid for such a tall DC. Shows the quickness, hips and top-end speed to turn and run with any WR in the NFL if he opens up in time. He shows very good closing burst when the ball is in the air. He is physical and challenges the jump ball. His size gives him a big advantage in the red zone. He has developed excellent ball skills and is a playmaker with the ball in his hands. He fills hard vs. the run and is outstanding in run support. He is an aggressive player who will throw his body around and mix it up. He flashes some upside when turned loose on the blitz. Also has experience returning punts.- espn.com
WEAKNESS:: -Still has work to do in terms of his consistency in coverage. Will be over-aggressive at times and will get caught gambling. He needs to do a better job with his recognition skills. Will get caught peeking in the backfield at times and will leave himself vulnerable. He is much more effective in man-coverage than he is in zone. He seems less comfortable in space and needs to improve his ability to read the QB's eyes.-espn.com
-Can be overly aggressiveness and lose focus in zone coverage. Must improve field awareness. Must learn to better read quarterbacks' eyes and receivers' tendencies. Must become more disciplined and make wiser decisions. Gambles too much, and gets burned by double moves and pump fakes.- sportingnews
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Virginia Tech cornerback Jimmy Williams has always been more than confident in his athletic abilities. On his right forearm, a tattoo reads: "Destined 2." On his left: "Be Great."
But Williams's confidence got him into hot water last season with Hokies Coach Frank Beamer. Before the 2004 opener against defending national champion Southern California in the Black Coaches Association Classic at FedEx Field, Williams said Trojans wide receiver Mike Williams wouldn't be very productive if he played in the game.
The NCAA denied reinstating the receiver's eligibility before the game, but the damage was done in Beamer's mind. He banned his cornerback from talking to the media for the rest of the season.
So last month, when Virginia Tech's players reported to Lane Stadium for the annual team picture and media interviews, Williams was biting his tongue. Beamer's message had apparently gotten through loud and clear.
"I like it that way," Beamer said. "I like respecting the game and the opponent and playing hard."
Beamer has never questioned Williams's work ethic or talent. Last season, the senior from Hampton, Va., was an all-ACC selection and a semifinalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, which is given to college football's best defensive back. Williams led the ACC with five interceptions and was third on the team with 60 tackles in his first season at cornerback after starting at free safety during the 2003 season.
Williams, 6 feet 3 and 216 pounds, played so well last year that many Virginia Tech fans didn't expect him to be back in Blacksburg this season. Williams was ranked among the top non-seniors available for the NFL draft, but he surprised a lot of friends and teammates when he decided to return to Tech. Losing Williams would have been a tremendous blow to the Hokies, who had already graduated starting cornerback Eric Green and safeties James Griffin and Vincent Fuller from a secondary that helped them rank No. 4 in Division I-A in pass defense last season.
"Hey, I wanted to shock the world," Williams said. "A lot of people thought I was going to leave, but I wanted to do something different. A lot of guys before me who had the opportunity to leave did leave. I wanted to be different. I wanted to leave my mark on this program and its history."
Barring an injury this season, Williams's decision could pay off in a big way in April's NFL draft. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. ranks Williams the No. 1 cornerback and No. 10 senior available for the draft. Williams's athleticism and big-play abilities are why he is being compared to former Tech standout DeAngelo Hall, a first-round draft choice of the Atlanta Falcons in the 2004 NFL draft.
Unlike Hall, Williams has the size to play free safety in the NFL, but he also is fast enough to cover wide receivers in the open field as a cornerback.
"I wanted to come back and be the number one player in college football," Williams said. "Not just the number one defensive back."
Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster will be counting on Williams to anchor the Hokies' rebuilt secondary. With sophomore Roland Minor lining up at the other cornerback spot and sophomore D.J. Parker likely starting at free safety, Williams doesn't figure to get many passes thrown to his side of the field this season. Keeping his young teammates in the right place will be just as important for Williams, Beamer said.
"Jimmy's doing great right now as far as being a team player here, respecting his teammates and being a great senior leader," Beamer said. "He's covering people like a blanket and has really played well and has confidence."
And, most importantly in Beamer's eyes, Williams is doing it quietly. After making his candid remarks about Mike Williams before last season's opener, the cornerback was burned for one of the biggest plays in the Trojans' 24-13 victory. With Tech leading 10-7 late in the third quarter, running back Reggie Bush lined up at receiver and ran right past Williams for a 53-yard touchdown.
"Damn, I don't want another Reggie Bush play," Williams said. "I was just a kid. I didn't know what to say or how to say it. But I still don't think what I said was all that bad."
Williams said Beamer's censorship did have its benefits, though.
"I'd like to thank Coach Beamer because I didn't have to worry about having a bad game and then having to come and talk to you guys," Williams told reporters.
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Max Jean-Gilles
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MAX JEAN-GILLES MEASURABLES Height: 6-4 Weight: 358 40-yard dash: 4.85
Run blocking: Is massive. Takes solid angles to defenders, and displays initial power. Consistently gets into position. Plays with good balance and body control in the open field. Has trouble consistently reaching linebackers and safeties on the second level. Has alot of speed. Grade: 8.3.
Pass blocking: Possesses a large wingspan, and uses hands well. Sets up quickly. Mirrors and slides well with pass rushers. Bends knees well, and shows nice lateral quickness. Lacks elite athleticism. Needs to sharpen technique. Grade: 8.0.
Initial quickness: Displays good initial quickness for his size, and shows good footwork. Gets good leverage after the snap. Grade: 7.8.
Strength: When fresh, plays with good strength and leverage. Shows improved strength. Is tough to overpower. Holds his ground against bull rushers. Grade: 7.9.
Mobility: Struggles to reach linebackers and safeties on second level. Conditioning and stamina are of concern; weight tends to fluctuate. Can be late on pulls and traps. Shows just decent speed. Grade: 7.6.
Bottom line: Jean-Gilles possesses the outstanding physical tools to dominate defenders, but his fluctuating weight is a concern. He has an early-Round 2 grade but could sneak into the first round for a power-running team.
MAX JEAN-GILLES MEASURABLES Height: 6-4 Weight: 358 40-yard dash: 4.85
Run blocking: Is massive. Takes solid angles to defenders, and displays initial power. Consistently gets into position. Plays with good balance and body control in the open field. Has trouble consistently reaching linebackers and safeties on the second level. Has alot of speed. Grade: 8.3.
Pass blocking: Possesses a large wingspan, and uses hands well. Sets up quickly. Mirrors and slides well with pass rushers. Bends knees well, and shows nice lateral quickness. Lacks elite athleticism. Needs to sharpen technique. Grade: 8.0.
Initial quickness: Displays good initial quickness for his size, and shows good footwork. Gets good leverage after the snap. Grade: 7.8.
Strength: When fresh, plays with good strength and leverage. Shows improved strength. Is tough to overpower. Holds his ground against bull rushers. Grade: 7.9.
Mobility: Struggles to reach linebackers and safeties on second level. Conditioning and stamina are of concern; weight tends to fluctuate. Can be late on pulls and traps. Shows just decent speed. Grade: 7.6.
Bottom line: Jean-Gilles possesses the outstanding physical tools to dominate defenders, but his fluctuating weight is a concern. He has an early-Round 2 grade but could sneak into the first round for a power-running team.
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Winston Justice
WINSTON JUSTICE MEASURABLES Height: 6-6 Weight: 300 40-yard dash: 5.16
Run blocking: Is tall and has the room to add needed bulk. Has a strong upper body with a quick first step. Takes good angles on blocks. Gets good hand placement, drives legs and finishes blocks. Controls defenders but does not overwhelm them. Grade: 7.2.
Pass blocking: Has a wide wingspan that makes defenders take a wide arc. Shows great athleticism; adjusts well to inside moves. As a right tackle, played blindside pass protector to lefthanded Matt Leinart in college. Sometimes struggles against speed rushers and loses some battles off the edge. Needs more polish. Grade: 6.9.
Initial quickness: Is a gifted athlete who moves well for his size. Bursts quickly out of sets and takes good angles as a run blocker. Struggles against elite speed rushers. Sets quickly and plays in control. Grade: 7.2.
Strength: Has an impressive frame and great strength. Has the arms and hands to control defenders at the point of attack. Explosion is good but not great. Does not overwhelm opponents with size. Grade: 7.0.
Mobility: Shows nice footwork and quickness when run blocking through and into the open field. Redirects and slides in protection. Will benefit from NFL coaching and technique work. Grade: 7.0.
Bottom line: Justice, a great athlete, played in a pro-style offense at USC, where he started since his freshman season. He missed a season because of a suspension but kept himself in terrific shape and played well this past season, though it is clear he still needs time to develop. His off-field trouble might hold him back a bit, but he has the physical skills and attitude to become a great NFL player. His upside as a pass protector makes him a possible first-rounder.
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Offensive tackle Winston Justice informed Southern Cal officials Jan. 15 that he would skip his senior season and enter the '06 draft.
Justice started every game after missing the 2004 season when he was suspended from school for flashing a pellet gun at a student. The departure of Justice means USC will have to replace three of its five starting offensive linemen, including guards Fred Matua and Taitusi Lutui.
--Associated Press
WINSTON JUSTICE MEASURABLES Height: 6-6 Weight: 300 40-yard dash: 5.16 Run blocking: Is tall and has the room to add needed bulk. Has a strong upper body with a quick first step. Takes good angles on blocks. Gets good hand placement, drives legs and finishes blocks. Controls defenders but does not overwhelm them. Grade: 7.2.
Pass blocking: Has a wide wingspan that makes defenders take a wide arc. Shows great athleticism; adjusts well to inside moves. As a right tackle, played blindside pass protector to lefthanded Matt Leinart in college. Sometimes struggles against speed rushers and loses some battles off the edge. Needs more polish. Grade: 6.9.
Initial quickness: Is a gifted athlete who moves well for his size. Bursts quickly out of sets and takes good angles as a run blocker. Struggles against elite speed rushers. Sets quickly and plays in control. Grade: 7.2.
Strength: Has an impressive frame and great strength. Has the arms and hands to control defenders at the point of attack. Explosion is good but not great. Does not overwhelm opponents with size. Grade: 7.0.
Mobility: Shows nice footwork and quickness when run blocking through and into the open field. Redirects and slides in protection. Will benefit from NFL coaching and technique work. Grade: 7.0.
Bottom line: Justice, a great athlete, played in a pro-style offense at USC, where he started since his freshman season. He missed a season because of a suspension but kept himself in terrific shape and played well this past season, though it is clear he still needs time to develop. His off-field trouble might hold him back a bit, but he has the physical skills and attitude to become a great NFL player. His upside as a pass protector makes him a possible first-rounder.
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Offensive tackle Winston Justice informed Southern Cal officials Jan. 15 that he would skip his senior season and enter the '06 draft.
Justice started every game after missing the 2004 season when he was suspended from school for flashing a pellet gun at a student. The departure of Justice means USC will have to replace three of its five starting offensive linemen, including guards Fred Matua and Taitusi Lutui.
--Associated Press
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Taitusi Lutui
Height:: 6-3
Weight:: 334
40 Yard Dash:: 5.44
Strengths: Uses massive frame well; rarely loses balance once locked on to an opponent. Anchors well against bigger, stronger pass rushers. Holds up nicely in pass protection; can mirror and slide if set properly. Has surprising short-area agility. Has great potential.
Weaknesses: Must lose weight; excess bulk shows in marginal speed, mobility and lack of n>open-field effectiveness. Has trouble with shifting speed and blocking downfield. Overextends and lunges. Bottom line: Nicknamed "Deuce", Lutui is durable and has experience in a high-profile NFL-style program. He must get his weight under control, but he could become a NFL starter. He projects as an early-to-mid Day 2 prospect.-sportingnews
Profiles::
http://usctrojans.collegesports.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/lutui_taitusi00.html
Articles::
http://byu.scout.com/2/114593.html
Height:: 6-3
Weight:: 334
40 Yard Dash:: 5.44
Strengths: Uses massive frame well; rarely loses balance once locked on to an opponent. Anchors well against bigger, stronger pass rushers. Holds up nicely in pass protection; can mirror and slide if set properly. Has surprising short-area agility. Has great potential.
Weaknesses: Must lose weight; excess bulk shows in marginal speed, mobility and lack of n>open-field effectiveness. Has trouble with shifting speed and blocking downfield. Overextends and lunges. Bottom line: Nicknamed "Deuce", Lutui is durable and has experience in a high-profile NFL-style program. He must get his weight under control, but he could become a NFL starter. He projects as an early-to-mid Day 2 prospect.-sportingnews
Profiles::
http://usctrojans.collegesports.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/lutui_taitusi00.html
Articles::
http://byu.scout.com/2/114593.html
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Hank Baskett
2006 NFL Draft Prospect
from John Maxwell
Position: Wide Receiver
School: New Mexico
Status: Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 220
40-Yard Dash: 4.55 (EST)
Positives:
Hank Baskett is a very solid prospect who gives you a big target all over the field. He has a great complement of size and strength. Has great leaping ability demonstrated by the fact that he was the 2004 Mountain West Conference outdoor high jump champion. He can go up and grab any ball thrown his way, and will be a favorite target of some quarterback in this league with his athleticism and knowledge of the passing game
Negatives:
Hank is not going to burn any decent cornerback with his average speed. You also will have to worry about a major spinal cord injury that caused him to miss half of his redshirt freshman season and if it will affect him in the future. He does not have as many touchdowns as you would like to see from a big time wide receiver but that may result from a lot of double coverage and the system in which he plays.
Overview:
A definite first-round pick, Hank Baskett is a character guy who loves football. He does not play in a BCS conference and is flying under the radar, but has a lot of potential to become a big weapon at the next level. He will work hard and accept his role in playing team football.
Baskett would not have been at the top of the wide receiver prospects last year and needed all four years of college to become a polished wideout. Either San Diego or Dallas would be an outstanding fit for Hank if he drops that far
2006 NFL Draft Prospect
from John Maxwell
Position: Wide Receiver
School: New Mexico
Status: Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 220
40-Yard Dash: 4.55 (EST)
Positives:
Hank Baskett is a very solid prospect who gives you a big target all over the field. He has a great complement of size and strength. Has great leaping ability demonstrated by the fact that he was the 2004 Mountain West Conference outdoor high jump champion. He can go up and grab any ball thrown his way, and will be a favorite target of some quarterback in this league with his athleticism and knowledge of the passing game
Negatives:
Hank is not going to burn any decent cornerback with his average speed. You also will have to worry about a major spinal cord injury that caused him to miss half of his redshirt freshman season and if it will affect him in the future. He does not have as many touchdowns as you would like to see from a big time wide receiver but that may result from a lot of double coverage and the system in which he plays.
Overview:
A definite first-round pick, Hank Baskett is a character guy who loves football. He does not play in a BCS conference and is flying under the radar, but has a lot of potential to become a big weapon at the next level. He will work hard and accept his role in playing team football.
Baskett would not have been at the top of the wide receiver prospects last year and needed all four years of college to become a polished wideout. Either San Diego or Dallas would be an outstanding fit for Hank if he drops that far
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tyke1doe said:
I agree. I am not too hyped up on him either. If he is there in the third....maybe, but I wouldn't pull the trigger on Moss in the second either. I think he is overrated. I would much more like to have Jackson (doesn't compare I know....cause he is better) or Hagan as a WR prospect this year.
If one of the two aren't available, I could see the Boys not picking WR until the later rounds since this is such a deep draft at other positions of need.