PFT: Mike McCarthy: Sam Williams looked in first minicamp like he's born to play pro footbal

[Vtwin]

Parcells would have said, "We'll see how she does when the pads come out".

I'm a big fan of Parcells.

 

[Risen Star]

The only one who looks bad in t-shirt and shorts right now is McCarthy.

 

[ChronicCowboy]

McCarthy is such a waste of time.

 

[john van brocklin]

The same thing is being reported about a rookie or two at the other 31 mini-camps.

Yes, it's that time of the year where optimism reigns supreme !

 

[gimmesix]

Since he walked in the door, McCarthy has basically had nothing but glowing things to say about everyone, so know the source. That being said I'm excited to see what this kid can do. I'm hoping he earns a role near the top of our pass rush rotation.

That's one thing I miss about Parcells. He didn't like giving out compliments, so when he did, you knew they were deserved.

 

[SportsGuru80]

Sooo DQ wanted him... I hope they trusted the scouts on this one as well. I've seen where coaches get enamored with the speed, physical measurables and overlook the more important things.

 

[Them]

I’m just being honest. I saw him at Golden Corral last week. And they ran out of buttermilk biscuits. Don’t shoot the messenger.

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Hey man....the guy's gotta eat...lol!

 

[Ekspozed]

The Cowboys internet draft nicks say Williams has no bend or pass rush and thought he was a third round pick. They say they watch tape. So I am interested into seeing how he plays. The internet boys said the same about Parsons. We know how that turned out.

Pass rush moves can be taught. His athleticism can't.

 

[Sarge]

less impressive reply from fan who mocks a top NFL coach with high win% and a Superbowl win from behind a keyboard.hes living it you are envying it..jealousy is not a good look but go ahead demean the man who coaches the very team you drool over.

You’re a lot of fun.

 

[blueblood70]

You’re a lot of fun.

it was a fact..

 

[RonnieT24]

I am looking forward to seeing Williams play myself. According to Broaddus Sam is more like Tank then Gregory. I find it odd that he says Williams is not as fast as Gregory but stronger. Looking forward to camp.

If Broadus said this then he's completely wrong. Williams is quite a bit faster than Gregory. But maybe Gregory his a quicker first step? As for strength.. if he's already stronger that's a really good sign for the future.

 

[Oz-of-Cowboy-Country]

Looks can be deceiving.

I think they want to make themselves look like geniuses with this pick. So he'll get plenty of chances to prove himself as a rookie. Probably end up playing more downs than Basham.

 

[KJJ]

Everyone seems to be high on his past rushing ability but it’s whether he can defend the run that’s the concern.

 

[speedkilz88]

If Broadus said this then he's completely wrong. Williams is quite a bit faster than Gregory. But maybe Gregory his a quicker first step? As for strength.. if he's already stronger that's a really good sign for the future.

Broaddus actually compared him to Tank. His evaluation of Sam seems totally opposite of what others including the Cowboys have of him. It seemed like he was letting Sam's size/thickness to make him think this. Where Randy is better than Sam is the 3 cone & the short shuttle. Sam is better than Tank in 3c and very close in short shuttle. Also threw in Micah who has very similar overall numbers.

Sam Williams
10 1.55
20 2.57
40 4.46
ss 4.34
3c 7.03

Randy Gregory
10 1.61
20 2.71
40 4.64
ss 4.23
3c 6.80

Tank Williams
10 1.68
20 2.80
40 4.80
ss 4.31
3c 7.46

Micah Parsons
10 1.59
20 2.58
40 4.36
ss 4.40
3c 6.96

Sam Williams (defensive end, born 1999) - Wikipedia
Randy Gregory - Wikipedia
DeMarcus Lawrence - Wikipedia
Micah Parsons - Wikipedia

 

[Typhus]

The Cowboys internet draft nicks say Williams has no bend or pass rush and thought he was a third round pick. They say they watch tape. So I am interested into seeing how he plays. The internet boys said the same about Parsons. We know how that turned out.

Your paying attention to the wrong evaluators, there are plenty here once you know who is paying attention.

 

[Typhus]

McCarthy is such a waste of time.

Sad but Ive learned to bypass most Cowboys' HCs and focus on what coaches like Quinn are saying and doing.