Scouts Inc. Top 32 Draft Prospects

[BrAinPaiNt]

Pope - TE 6-7 Stud

Ngata will drop - would not be upset with him at all. Like Gabe Watson a lot at DT too.

Wilfork was 6-1 330 going into NFL. Nothing small about him at all.

I think Pope is going to be a stud for someone as well....Just not us unless he falls a great deal.

 

[BigDInCharlotte]

Nors, Jimmy Williams is a talented player, but he is trouble just waiting to happen. Acts like a jackass on the field, and even got himself thrown out of their bowl game against Louisville.

If the coaching staff was worried about potential "character issues" with Merriman last year, there is no way they go after this kid.

 

[InmanRoshi]

I don't take a FS in the 1st round. Not in this draft, its too deep with safeties. Give me Ko Simpson or Pat Watkins in the 2nd or 3rd.

 

[Nors]

Thanks for update on Williams - he looks like a natural to move back to FS with his size. And he has the speed/talent to play a WR head up if need be.

Ko Simpson is a name rising. I've read a lot of good about him. Can he start day 1? Thats what we need if we draft a FS in round 1 or 2.

 

[Bobo]

I've watched Ngata play 5-6 times, and he just never impresses me. His scouting and draft bios make him sound like an animal, but he's really just kind of a workman-like clogger.

Same thing I've seen, but like others said, he looks made for a 34 NT. I just wonder what other options would be open later like Gabe Watson or OJ Oshinawa, and how they'd compare.

 

[ThreeSportStar80]

I don't take a FS in the 1st round. Not in this draft, its too deep with safeties. Give me Ko Simpson or Pat Watkins in the 2nd or 3rd.

See now here's a guy that understands the 2006 NFL draft, I couldn't have said that ANY better. I'll be willing to bet there will be a safety in the 3rd round everyone was predicting to go so high that the Cowboys will be able to snatch right up, happens every year. Just like last year with Kevin Burnett.

 

[Nors]

If you can get an impact safety in round 1 you are crazy not to consider it.

That String bean FS from FSU is at best a day 2 pick and will not be NFL ready for 2 years if ever.

 

[lkelly]

Does Oregon run a 3-4 as their base defense?

 

[BigDFan5]

Jimmy Williams
2006 NFL Draft Prospect

from Matt Malott


Position: Cornerback
School: Virginia Tech

Status: Senior

Height: 6-2

Weight: 205

40-Yard Dash: 4.50(est)


Positives:
One of the best things about Jimmy, is that he can play both corner and safety. He has the most fluid hips of any CB in the draft other than Antonio Cromartie, who is injured. He also has good recognition between run and pass, and route recognition. He's a smart player that won't make many mistakes on the field. His good leaping ability allows him to compete with WRs in jump-ball situations.

Negatives:
Williams isn't the fastest cornerback in the draft with a 4.5 40-yard dash. This will hurt him when he has to cover the faster WRs in the league. He may struggle recognizing play action with some of the leagues best QBs. Williams may not be strong enough to get off blocks from some of the stronger WRs, which will cause him to not be able to make some plays.

Overview:
Originally, he would have been the second cornerback taken, but with the injury to Antonio Cromartie, he will be the first CB off the board. He made the switch from safety to corner last season, so he's a little raw, but he will only get better. His first year in the NFL will be either as a No. 2 or nickel player. He could develop into one of the better CBs if he gets faster and stronger. Williams should be a top-10 pick depending on which teams hold the picks.Suggested Reading
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Hey Nors Seeing as you got this off the football section of about.com do you post on their forums?

 

[Bobo]

Does Oregon run a 3-4 as their base defense?

No. 4-3 is their deal.

 

[Qwickdraw]

I don't take a FS in the 1st round. Not in this draft, its too deep with safeties. Give me Ko Simpson or Pat Watkins in the 2nd or 3rd.

I have to respond by saying...
Ed Reed
Troy Polamalu
Sean Taylor

 

[Rack]

It had to happen sooner or later.

I agree as well. I'd love to see Haloti Ngata in a cowboys uniform.