Opinions on Shemar Stewart at 12?

[big dog cowboy]

So how would you feel if he’s the pick?

I'd throw up. He isn't the 12th best prospect in this draft.

 

[reddyuta]

I'd throw up. He isn't the 12th best prospect in this draft.

Dane has him at no 9,you can bet the Cowboys will have ranked him similarly ,the only Question is whether we have any WR ahead of him.

 

[Chasing6]

Stewart would upgrade the defensive line and has the potential to be the best player in the draft. Physically if you measure Stewart to Carter it’s not even close. I would seriously consider him with our first pick. For those that complain about his 4.5 career sacks, college football defenses are much different then the NFL.

Pretty sure Trance had potential as well.

 

[gtb1943]

Agree it is a risk, but if he had the production he’d be a top 5 pick. His tape shows crazy motor & traits, should translate in the NFL especially next to Micah. I understand fans could be sour on selecting Stewart because of Mazi’s “underwear potential” but Stewart’s film is much better & his motor is elite which I highly value on the DL.

IF HE HAD THE PRODUCTION
no matter how you try and spin it that is REALITY that he DOES NOT HAVE THE PRODUCTION

 

[CalPolyTechnique]

At 12? Hard no.

At 28? Sure.

His lack of production cannot be explained away. If he only averaged 4-5 sacks a year in college that’d be one thing. But he only totaled 4.5 sacks for his career.

Folks have tried to trot out the “it’s the scheme” excuse, but let me break the news to everyone: There is not a defensive coordinator in the country that tells his d-linemen to just play gaps and not pressure the QB on passing downs/distance.

His own teammate, Nic Scrouton had 5 sacks last season.

 

[Chasing6]

At 12? Hard no.

At 28? Sure.

His lack of production cannot be explained away. If he only averaged 4-5 sacks a year in college that’d be one thing. But he only totaled 4.5 sacks for his career.

Folks have tried to trot out the “it’s the scheme” excuse, but let me break the news to everyone: There is not a defensive coordinator in the country that tells his d-linemen to just play gaps and not pressure the QB on passing downs/distance.

He is not a football player at this point. He is just a great athlete.

 

[morasp]

12 would be too rich.

 

[Bcrav4]

This guy has a TON of potential. While he didn't get sacks he pressured the QB at an elite rate. He just needs to learn how to wrap up and learn a few more moves.

He would bring a lot of speed to our defense, which is what we need.

 

[darthseinfeld]

He is not a football player at this point. He is just a great athlete.

He is a good football player. He is just not a good finisher. He had 39 pressures last year. He needs alot of work, but saying "he is not a good football player at this point" is lazy

 

[gtb1943]

This guy has a TON of potential. While he didn't get sacks he pressured the QB at an elite rate. He just needs to learn how to wrap up and learn a few more moves.

He would bring a lot of speed to our defense, which is what we need.

you do not spend a high draft choice on potential
witness Mazi

 

[xwalker]

Just curious because I’m sure he’s a polarizing prospect. College production says late round flier, but measurables and athletic ability are top 5 worthy.

So how would you feel if he’s the pick?

Is he coachable?

The mental makeup / character assessment would need to be top notch.

 

[RonWashington]

Broadus is convinced by his “ sources “ that Hampton is not an option with the 12th pick . Yet he gushes all over Jeanty saying he’s in Abdul Carter And Hunter out of Colorado top three to five first round pick .

I’ve seen the tape of a guy who’s run the ball at a major program and given the slightest of holes to run through is a threat to go on a major gain if not to the house . Hampton. Heck trade down some slots for another premium pick and take your feature back or perhaps a Jalon Walker a need on defense .

The Cowboys need multiple starters out of this draft trading down is not a bad strategy if the haul is worth it like another 2nd rounder or a 3rd and a 4th .perhaps you send them your 5th in exchange for first round slots say with the Broncos .

 

[ErikWilliamsHeadSlap]

We don't have a talented enough team or roster to wait for the future. We need immediate impact players day 1.

Time is what we do have. We aren't close to competing. Especially with our schedule. We wont have enough difference makers on our roster this season. We need to make sure we do, 2 or 3 seasons from now. But for entertainment purposes. it sure would be nice to have an impact player just to make the game more interesting. Lat year was atrocious to watch.

 

[ErikWilliamsHeadSlap]

Broadus is convinced by his “ sources “ that Hampton is not an option with the 12th pick . Yet he gushes all over Jeanty saying he’s in Abdul Carter And Hunter out of Colorado top three to five first round pick .

I’ve seen the tape of a guy who’s run the ball at a major program and given the slightest of holes to run through is a threat to go on a major gain if not to the house . Hampton. Heck trade down some slots for another premium pick and take your feature back or perhaps a Jalon Walker a need on defense .

The Cowboys need multiple starters out of this draft trading down is not a bad strategy if the haul is worth it like another 2nd rounder or a 3rd and a 4th .perhaps you send them your 5th in exchange for first round slots say with the Broncos .

And who are the Broncos trading up and giving away valuable draft assets for? They aren't exactly close to being the finished article. People need to accept we are highly unlikely to be trading out of 12.

 

[805BoysInBlue]

No way...not in the 1st at all!

 

[JIMMYBUFFETT]

I like Stewart more than most. The A&M scheme didn't allow players to get up field after the QB much. A&M was 64th in the nation in sacks. It's the same defense that couldn't use Walter Nolen correctly and he exited for Ole Miss. Treyvon Walker was pretty much his clone. Same dimensions, athletic freak, minimal college production due to scheme, and exploded in to the NFL.

Stewart is a risk for sure. Will Johnson is a risk with his injury history. Mike Green has sexual assault allegations. Matt Golden has low college production. Tet McMillan is slow and has trouble separating. Mykel Williams has low college production. All draft picks are a gamble. It would obviously depend on the board, but an athletic freak like Stewart is a gamble I'd be willing to take.

 

[John813]

Not a fan. I'm not sure how the Aggies coaches are, but I have to imagine being a big school $ wise they could have somewhat competent positional coaches to develop players. But who knows, I sure as hell don't lol

He may look like Tarzan, but his production has been poor. I've watched some breakdowns of him, and while he's gotten pressures, I still feel he's more of a project than polished player.

I would not be a fan of drafting him at #12. If we are drafting DL in the 1st, give me a DT, even as a small reach over a DE.
Dallas could be fine with Fowler, Parsons, Williams, Turner, Kneeland etc... But the DT spot is pitiful

 

[CalPolyTechnique]

Not a fan. I'm not sure how the Aggies coaches are, but I have to imagine being a big school $ wise they could have somewhat competent positional coaches to develop players. But who knows, I sure as hell don't lol

He may look like Tarzan, but his production has been poor. I've watched some breakdowns of him, and while he's gotten pressures, I still feel he's more of a project than polished player.

I would not be a fan of drafting him at #12. If we are drafting DL in the 1st, give me a DT, even as a small reach over a DE.
Dallas could be fine with Fowler, Parsons, Williams, Turner, Kneeland etc... But the DT spot is pitiful

That’s the thing; Im not opposed to taking a traits prospect, but we are in a situation (due to our inept FO) that we need a walk-in starter at pick #12, not a project.

 

[tm1119]

That’s the thing; Im not opposed to taking a traits prospect, but we are in a situation (due to our inept FO) that we need a walk-in starter at pick #12, not a project.

I don’t agree with this at allI. In general, not even in a way advocating for Stewart.

1 rookie, especially in this draft class, isn’t turning this team into a serious Super Bowl contender. We shouldn’t be sacrificing future high end potential to fill a hole with a safe starter

 

[gtb1943]

I don’t agree with this at allI. In general, not even in a way advocating for Stewart.

1 rookie, especially in this draft class, isn’t turning this team into a serious Super Bowl contender. We shouldn’t be sacrificing future high end potential to fill a hole with a safe starter

we should not be risking a first rd pick on another potential project