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Watkins could be a keeper
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CrazyCowboy
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This kid is fast and can jump!
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Is that picture photoshopped? that's insane!
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Richmond Cowboy said:
Why did he fall past the elite DBs in the draft? Everything I've read about this kid...pisses me off that you have him. So that means I think you made a good pick.
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RiggoForever said:
I've watched quite a bit of him. He could be a better tackler and his one-on-one could be better. Coverage wise, he's greatly suited to play zone. But, you *usually* want your defensive backs to be very good tacklers in a zone scheme.
IMO, I think the scouts were a bit harsh on his man-to-man cover skills and his tackling. They're not great, but they're pretty average for a safety coming out of college. His zone cover skills and athleticism are excellent.
Anyway, I don't expect him to do too much this year...but since Roy is only 25 years old, I can't wait to see these two in the defensive backfield full time come 2007.
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His combine vertical was 41 inches, which is obviously outstanding. He got dinged for being too tall; height apparently is not good for quickness when turning -- like after missing your jam at the LOS and having to do a 180 and run.
But Dallas wants an opportunistic centerfielder, not another corner. Coming from such a big program I think Watkins will be fine-- he led his team in interceptions three years running.
But Dallas wants an opportunistic centerfielder, not another corner. Coming from such a big program I think Watkins will be fine-- he led his team in interceptions three years running.
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I don't think his tackling will be that much of a problem, if he applies himself.
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Dangerous Dave said:
You should see his prospect video where he drills the snot out of Heath Miller.
Like I said, I think the scouts were too harsh on his tackling. He seemed like a guy that made sure to wrap up. He might not be able to shed blockers (exactly how many FS can do that anyway?) and knock ball carriers back like Roy does, but that doesn't mean he's a bad tackler.
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Regarding tackling:
I think I remember that Newman was considered a shoddy tackler coming out - but since he's been here, he has been very good at a) hitting and bringing down a receiver when they actually catch it and b) playing the run.
I love the way Newman tackles - he isn't a big guy, but he uses form and leverage as well as anyone in the league. I think his run support is very underrated. Both our corners are good tacklers.
Anyway - point being - if you come to this team, you can either already tackle or you will learn.
I think I remember that Newman was considered a shoddy tackler coming out - but since he's been here, he has been very good at a) hitting and bringing down a receiver when they actually catch it and b) playing the run.
I love the way Newman tackles - he isn't a big guy, but he uses form and leverage as well as anyone in the league. I think his run support is very underrated. Both our corners are good tacklers.
Anyway - point being - if you come to this team, you can either already tackle or you will learn.