Opinion on taking R Saffold at 27?

[Woods]

For those who are interested in N Allen at 27, it seems that R Saffold could also go end of Round 1 early in Round 2. (I'm assuming that guys like E Thomas, Iupati, Wilson, Odrick are already gone.)

Saffold could play both OG, and he could also play LT, so he offers quite a bit of versatility - more so than a guy like C Brown, imo.

It doesn't appear the Cowboys have shown interest in him, but I thought I'd throw this out there. There seems to be a big decline in top tier OT talent once you past guys like Saffold and possibly Ducasse.

 

[JohnnyHopkins]

For those who are interested in N Allen at 27, it seems that R Saffold could also go end of Round 1 early in Round 2. (I'm assuming that guys like E Thomas, Iupati, Wilson, Odrick are already gone.)

Saffold could play both OG, and he could also play LT, so he offers quite a bit of versatility - more so than a guy like C Brown, imo.

It doesn't appear the Cowboys have shown interest in him, but I thought I'd throw this out there. There seems to be a big decline in top tier OT talent once you past guys like Saffold and possibly Ducasse.

I'm not too well versed on the guy, but I do know that he only allowed three sacks for his career at Indiana. pretty good number. He also had a pretty fair amount of penalties last season, so he could instantly step in for Flo in that category! :laugh2:

 

[Woods]

I'm not too well versed on the guy, but I do know that he only allowed three sacks for his career at Indiana. pretty good number. He also had a pretty fair amount of penalties last season, so he could instantly step in for Flo in that category! :laugh2:

I haven't seen the Cowboys associated with his name at all, other than a few mock drafts.

But I just wanted to throw his name out there simply because he can play both LT and OG. He'd probably go in the top 35-37 picks in any case, and it's obviously a position of need.

I have to admit, I've never seen him play. I'm basing my opinion on him on what I've read.

 

[bpfred]

I would have no problem with Saffold. I would not want them to draft Ducasse in the 1st--I view him strictly as a guard. In the event Pouncy is there, I absolutely wouldn't want them to draft him. I think he lacks quickness and explosion (even for an inside guy).

There are a number of guys I would fine with, if they are there. Some of them:
Tackles: Davis, Saffold, Brown, Campbell (I think he could slide into round 2),
Guards: Jerry (I think he will be as good or better than the more heralded Iupati) or Iupati
WR: Bryant
LB: Pierre-Paul, Kindle
DE:Odrick
CB: McCourty, Ghee (I like him as much as McCourty--even though nobody else seems to)
S: Thomas
QB: Clausen (you never know), Tebow (I know it's not a need position, at least until about the 4th game of the season, by then Romo may have been dismembered--say your Free prayers)

I think Tebow has a decent chance to be a franchise QB in about 2 years. Plus I'm hearing more and more he may go in the first round.

2 guys that would bum me out totally are: Pouncy and Mays

For a bonus, here is a guy that may be available late in the 3rd or even 4th round: Daniel Te'o-Nesheim. I think he is as physically gifted as any pash rusher in the 1st round. And he is Washinton's all time sack leader. Great motor. Barring injury, I think he could be a star in the NFL. I know it's not a need position, but, y'know, best player available and all.

 

[DFWJC]

If we went for him I'd prefer it was while trading down.

 

[Woods]

I would have no problem with Saffold. I would not want them to draft Ducasse in the 1st--I view him strictly as a guard. In the event Pouncy is there, I absolutely wouldn't want them to draft him. I think he lacks quickness and explosion (even for an inside guy).

There are a number of guys I would fine with, if they are there. Some of them:
Tackles: Davis, Saffold, Brown, Campbell (I think he could slide into round 2),
Guards: Jerry (I think he will be as good or better than the more heralded Iupati) or Iupati
WR: Bryant
LB: Pierre-Paul, Kindle
DE:Odrick
CB: McCourty, Ghee (I like him as much as McCourty--even though nobody else seems to)
S: Thomas
QB: Clausen (you never know), Tebow (I know it's not a need position, at least until about the 4th game of the season, by then Romo may have been dismembered--say your Free prayers)

I think Tebow has a decent chance to be a franchise QB in about 2 years. Plus I'm hearing more and more he may go in the first round.

2 guys that would bum me out totally are: Pouncy and Mays

For a bonus, here is a guy that may be available late in the 3rd or even 4th round: Daniel Te'o-Nesheim. I think he is as physically gifted as any pash rusher in the 1st round. And he is Washinton's all time sack leader. Great motor. Barring injury, I think he could be a star in the NFL. I know it's not a need position, but, y'know, best player available and all.

thanks, that was a thorough response

with respect to pouncey, i thought his forte was his quickness in the interior . . . . the other lb i like is weatherspoon as an ilb in wade's 34.

 

[RS12]

If we went for him I'd prefer it was while trading down.

This. Top of the second would be better. The fact he can play multiple positions including LT is a major plus.

 

[Woods]

This. Top of the second would be better. The fact he can play multiple positions including LT is a major plus.

top of the 2nd would be ideal, but assuming we can't get the trade we want to draft day . . . . and iupati, et, wilson, odrick, davis and campbell at ot, weatherspoon, and pouncey were gone . . . how would you feel?

let's say you're choosing between tate, mccourtney, price at that 27 spot, and saffold is also available.

 

[RS12]

top of the 2nd would be ideal, but assuming we can't get the trade we want to draft day . . . . and iupati, et, wilson, odrick, davis and campbell at ot, weatherspoon, and pouncey were gone . . . how would you feel?

let's say you're choosing between tate, mccourtney, price at that 27 spot, and saffold is also available.

I would order of preference 1) McCourtney 2) Tate 3) Saffold 4) Price

 

[Woods]

I would order of preference 1) McCourtney 2) Tate 3) Saffold 4) Price

Yhea, me too :laugh2:

I'm just concerned the best way to develop depth at the LT spot.

If we don't land Saffold or Ducasse, maybe the team looks towards a guy like Fox or even T Washington towards rounds 4-7. Preferably though, the team needs a guy with versatility.

I think we need an OG as well as an OT to develop this Draft.

 

[SDogo]

If your looking for the OT that will be the best to come out of this class 3 or 4 years down the road then it's a brilliant pick.

 

[Bigtommyb]

For those who are interested in N Allen at 27, it seems that R Saffold could also go end of Round 1 early in Round 2. (I'm assuming that guys like E Thomas, Iupati, Wilson, Odrick are already gone.)

Saffold could play both OG, and he could also play LT, so he offers quite a bit of versatility - more so than a guy like C Brown, imo.

It doesn't appear the Cowboys have shown interest in him, but I thought I'd throw this out there. There seems to be a big decline in top tier OT talent once you past guys like Saffold and possibly Ducasse.

I wouldn't be upset about it,however, i want a saftey in the first.Then a OL in the second, poss, Mike Johnson.

 

[ThreeSportStar80]

I'd take him in the 2nd round...

 

[Bob Sacamano]

Dude is a 3 year starter in the Big 10. Tested well too. I'd have no problem taking him at 27.

 

[ThreeSportStar80]

Dude is a 3 year starter in the Big 10. Tested well too. I'd have no problem taking him at 27.

I can see your point... Big Ten tackles usually do well in the NFL.

 

[dbair1967]

Dude is a 3 year starter in the Big 10. Tested well too. I'd have no problem taking him at 27.

Wouldnt be my first choice at 27, but wont complain either.