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Written by Eric Galko
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Saturday, 29 May 2010 13:21 |
Since that coveted 2004 draft class in which we were spoiled with Super Bowl winning quarterbacks Eli Manning and Ben Roethlisberger and perennial Pro Bowler Phillip Rivers, fans and NFL organizations have been praying for another class to emerge as that dominate.
And since then, we’ve had our fair share of what looks like some solid franchise guy. Quarterbacks such as Matt Stafford, Mark Sanchez, Jay Cutler, and even Alex Smith look like franchise quarterbacks that their respective teams have or are trying to build around.
But three in one class? Since 2004, there’s only been one three quarterback first round, in 2006, and at least one of them hasn’t quite worked out.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Sunday, 25 April 2010 19:44 |
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From Sam Bradford to Tim Toone, the 2010 NFL Draft is in the books.
As usual, after the first six or seven picks, things went haywire from a prediction standpoint. Some teams thrived under the new three-day format, others failed as usual.
In my opinion, it’s not entirely fair to say who won and lost the draft, as every team feels that got all the players they wanted or could have. However, I base these drafts on what I saw on game film.
So, we’ll take a look at the winners and losers, the steals and the reaches, and a few names to keep an eye on for the 2010 season and beyond.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Sunday, 25 April 2010 14:20 |
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After a draft where Optimum Scouting devoted 350 days to scouting, I have a few strong opinions on how certain players will fit and perform with their respective pro teams.
These predictions are based off of the players talent, the surprise factor because of their draft round, and their potential as a prospect. Whether you agree or not, take note, as I'll stand by these predictions leading up to the 2010-2011 season.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Sunday, 25 April 2010 10:48 |
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With the 2010 NFL Draft in the books, and after seven long rounds, we'll take a look at some of the best players not taken in the Top 255.
Every year, many undrafted players get a shot in the NFL and make NFL teams. So don't rule out any of these prospects to make an impact on teams.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Saturday, 24 April 2010 07:49 |
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There are still some big names on the board such as Bruce Campbell (18th on our board), Perrish Cox (21st on our board), Eric Norwood (34th on our board and Dan LeFevour (3rd rated QB on our board).
After falling unexpectedly, we’ll see where these guys will go in the final day of the draft as well as how they stack up with other top prospects still available.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Friday, 23 April 2010 12:35 |
Every year, a very unexpected name crashes the top ten party and throws mock drafts and analysts for a loop.
In 2006, Donte Whitner went 9th overall to the Bills after being viewed as a late 1st round prospect. He had a great rookie year, but since then, his tackle totals have fallen each year and he only has four interceptions in his four year career.
In 2007, the Dolphins reached for the now busted Ted Ginn Jr. at number 9 over Brady Quinn. While Quinn didn’t work out either, Ted Ginn Jr. never emegered as anything more than a kick returner, and they just dealt him for a 5th rounder.
And the Jaguars themselves traded up into the top ten in 2008 to select Derek Harvey. With the team adding Aaron Kampman and already in the market for adding another defensive end, it’s safe to say he’s on his way out or stuck in a rotational role.
Now, the Jaguars are under fire once again by selecting Tyson Alualu, defensive tackle prospect from California.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Friday, 23 April 2010 10:36 |
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With Day One of the draft in the books, some glaring and surprising names are still left on our board.
Guys like Jimmy Clausen (9th on our board), Charles Brown and Bruce Campbell (17th and 18th on our board), Taylor Mays (37th on our board), Colt McCoy (121st on our board) are a few of the names that very few expected to still be here after 32 picks.
We'll take a look at our updated "Best Player's Available" board according to Optimum Scouting's Rankings.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Friday, 23 April 2010 10:34 |
After a day one of the draft that was as predictably unpredictable, we’re left which at least three to four names that we had no idea would make it past pick 32.
And with this new format of the draft, players that slipped to the new “Day Two” that were 1st round talents could be gotten by via trade to the top of the 2nd round as teams get a chance to sleep on the picks.
So, with that, we’ll take a look at some of the most likely situations to happen early on during the draft on day two, starting at 6:00 PM EST.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Wednesday, 21 April 2010 22:23 |
I know many are getting sick of hearing about him, many are getting sick looking at him, and hey, I’m sick of writing about him for the most part.
But, the reason there is so much buzz about him is that he’s everything that makes the draft exciting. Arguably the greatest college player ever, he isn’t a top prospect but has the star power already.
Every team would love to have him, but not every team is in position to take him. Which team will take the chance? In what round might he go in? What could his arrival mean? All great points and factors that make Tebow the most intriguing prospect in the last ten years.
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Written by Eric Galko
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Tuesday, 20 April 2010 08:17 |
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The reason that teams are concerned or excited about a prospect is because there has usually been some ground work and evidence to suggest one of those outcomes. That evidence is looking at former and current players' successes and failures and comparing them to this year's crop of franchise changers or busts.
So, by taking a look at which of this year's top cornerbacks remind of current NFL players, we can possibly get a good indication and projection of their potential of NFL success.
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