Short Write ups for DTs and DEs

[BrAinPaiNt]

2014 Draft: Bring on the Clowney

The above is the title they used for this but I thought the one I used is better to describe what the article was...

It has a list of the top DEs and DTs and a brief write up for each.

2/17. *Kony Ealy, Missouri, 6-4, 273, 4.92, 1
Former high-school standout as tight end, defensive end and a Missouri all-state basketball player who entered college at only 207 pounds. That athleticism is conspicuous in his burst off the line, quick spin moves and closing speed on whomever has the ball. He must continue to improve strength to disengage big NFL blockers, evidenced by his so-so 22 reps with 225 pounds on the bench at the combine. Some teams believe he shows instincts and range to be an OLB in the right 3-4 scheme and he showed good lateral agility in games and at the combine, where his 3-cone drill was fastest among defensive linemen (7.11 seconds).

Frankly: Showed versatility as defensive end and inside pass rusher and stock soared this spring as some teams bought into his potential use at linebacker. Ealy is very good, but must continue to improve overall, especially in strength, to live up to lofty expectations against a steady diet of athletic NFL blockers.

For the rest... http://sports.yahoo.com/news/2014-draft-bring-clowney-163719394--nfl.html

 

[jubal]

2014 Draft: Bring on the Clowney

The above is the title they used for this but I thought the one I used is better to describe what the article was...

It has a list of the top DEs and DTs and a brief write up for each.

2/17. *Kony Ealy, Missouri, 6-4, 273, 4.92, 1
Former high-school standout as tight end, defensive end and a Missouri all-state basketball player who entered college at only 207 pounds. That athleticism is conspicuous in his burst off the line, quick spin moves and closing speed on whomever has the ball. He must continue to improve strength to disengage big NFL blockers, evidenced by his so-so 22 reps with 225 pounds on the bench at the combine. Some teams believe he shows instincts and range to be an OLB in the right 3-4 scheme and he showed good lateral agility in games and at the combine, where his 3-cone drill was fastest among defensive linemen (7.11 seconds).

Frankly: Showed versatility as defensive end and inside pass rusher and stock soared this spring as some teams bought into his potential use at linebacker. Ealy is very good, but must continue to improve overall, especially in strength, to live up to lofty expectations against a steady diet of athletic NFL blockers.

For the rest... http://sports.yahoo.com/news/2014-draft-bring-clowney-163719394--nfl.html

thanks for posting!! Gives perspective on prospects.

 

[Leadbelly]

Seems like some RKGs right here. One at DE…

4/43. *Scott Crichton, Oregon State, 6-3, 273, 4.84, 2
Take-charge team player who leads verbally and by example, an obvious result of strong family foundation with two parents working multiple, low-paying jobs, including his father, Lucky, on an artificial leg. Crichton started 37 of the 38 games in which he played for Beavers and finished career with 165 tackles, 51 for a loss, and 22.5 sacks. Has good core strength, decent leverage, powerful hands and should be a DLE in an NFL 4-3 setup. Would need to add bulk for ballast as a 3-4 end.

Frankly: Tough, team-oriented player who is worth a high second-round pick and should transition into pro game quickly. Will be a persistent pest for blockers with his high-rev motor and active, violent hands.

and another at DT..

5/40. *Stephon Tuitt, DT, Notre Dame, 6-6, 312, 4.92, 1-2
Intriguing bull of a prospect with plenty of natural ability that is enhanced by the attitude of an under-equipped overachiever. That may be the result of strict upbringing by mother, Tamar Bartlett, a deputy sheriff who demanded discipline. After starting slowly last year following sports hernia surgery, Tuitt had six of his career total 20 sacks. An interception last year and previous 77-yard fumble return TD reflect background as prep tight end. Surgery March 1 for a hairline fracture in his foot prevented him from working out at the combine or his pro day, although he did show his ample strength by hoisting 225 pounds 31 times on the bench.

Frankly: Quick, tough, massive man who will give his best, which should be worth at least a high second-round pick and a shot at being one of the most reliable interior defensive linemen in the NFL.

I'm warming up to a trade down if Donald or Barr don't make it to 16. Maybe to Green Bay for 1/21, 3/85, and a mid-round pick in 2015.

 

[Tezz]

Good read, JJ Watt and Clowney would be entertaining for any fan to watch and I expect it to happen unless they get an offer they cant refuse

 

[bodi]

nice read

if we trade back I would love to trade back up an get Stephon Tuitt