sleeper DT interest from KFFL

[dbair1967]

Cowboys | Team showing some interest in Burton
Thu, 27 Apr 2006 19:37:42 -0700

The Cheektowaga Times reports Temple DT Antwon Burton (6-3, 315) said that he and his agent, Marty Magid, have received an inquiry of interest from the Dallas Cowboys.

 

[rickster14]

We need a NT, but I don't think we need to use a high pick on one. A big guy like this who should be able to take up some space is all we need to work w/ Ferg. Some of our big DEs can go inside when we go to a 4 man line on passing downs.

 

[BigWillie]

Some info about Burton, most of it positive.

An article on MSNBC draft preview of sleepers has him at number 5, saying if he changes his technique and turns some baby fat into muscle, he could potentially be a dominant NT.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12371762/

5. Antwon Burton, DT, Temple
Burton might turn some scouts off because he is soft-bodied and fleshy and doesn't work out well. But focus on his play and it's clear he gets the job done. Burton has good instincts and quickness, which enables him to get off the ball very quickly. When he is aggressive with hands, he can jolt the offensive linemen and disrupt plays in the backfield. Burton has the natural strength to control offensive linemen. He is a consistently disruptive force against inside runs, and if he learns to bend his knees, he could become a dominant defensive tackle. Burton is never going to be a great pass rusher, but he has the talent to be a productive nose tackle.