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The Bungles Draft is shaping up with LOTS of high profile “known” players!…Gresham, Dunlap, Shipley,…(and Ghee)…Big names from BIG schools! There have been “some” names called, though, that most people might NOT be familiar with,…at least not yet!;
Emmanuel Sanders (smu)#82, Eric Decker (minnesota) #87, Andre Roberts (citadel) #88, Amanti Edwards (appy state) #89, and Taylor Price (ohio) #90, to name a few. All FIVE of these guys are, as you’ve guessed by now, wide recievers taken in the 3rd round;…–all ahead of hometown hero Mardy Gilyard.
Some “experts” had the Bungles taking Gilyard in the SECOND round, but they took Dunlap….and you can’t blame them for that, its a SUPER pick. That makes it two years in a row they’ve added a #1 pick, in the 2nd round! Rey Mag last year, and the FREAK II this year! Had Dunny not gotten a DUI last December, he’s long gone in the REAL first round. He’s a super quick DE who returned KICKS in High School! So, value there and it also keeps in step with the philosophy of “SOP” (son of Paul) how he covets players w/characters flaws (and thus a sense of hightened value). OK, great if things work out, so so much when they dont. Cast a stone here, if you be of that Puritan race where you expect College kids to be sensible at all times!!!…-then eat a bag of —-! DUI isn’t anything to brag about, for sure, but the national numbers suggest this is happening pretty often…I am not supporting those who get into THIS kind of trouble, by any MEANS! Still, it IS an incident of trouble, and SOP loves those type of players/contracts!
The third round: The third round was typical of the Draft, in that there was the “position” run that ALL Drafts have. This 3rd round saw a run at Wide Out, kicked off Tennessee took the USC guy, Damian Williams at #77. Carolina rang in with an awesome p/u in Brandon LaFell of LoSerU! The Bengals were just just six picks from thier selection at that pint…and Pittsburgh was two ahead of them! Would this be the spot for Gilyard? Pitt needed help, but took Emmanuel Sanders of SMU! Certainly there was speculation that the Bengals would take Gilyard!…..but, Jordan Shipley was taken instead. BOOM!…There can be justification made for Shipley over Gilyard,…Then as the run continued, no call to Mr Gilyard! The Bengals had another pick in the round, but no WAY they use it on another wr!….unless,….unless,……(I can dream, can’t I?..),…..they DUMP CHUD!?!?!?!
I know,..not a chance, he’s too good a dancer to let go!…..sadly, that’s all most Bengal fans care about!
Bengals Impress Mel!
…and really, that’s what this Draft is ALL about!….Mel Kiper, his hair, and addressing needs; IN that order!
How is it ESPN keeps rolling out this CHANDLER BING wanna-be every April?…..how is it NFL scouts and other draft related peoples still talk to this stick with gelled hair on it?….He’s on record, you know…saying some stupid bullshit! Like it matters!, BUT!…HE LIKES THE BENGLES!..so, he’s gonna be our buddy right now!….Yeah, until this class explodes/realizes they are Bengals!
Bungles draft eval HERE
It’s Coming!
The list of players who could have come out early and decided to return to school is very impressive. Imagine a draft with Sam Bradford of Oklahoma, Colt McCoy of Texas, Florida’s Tim Tebow, Matthew Stafford of Georgia and USC’s Mark Sanchez. -Oklahoma’s Jermaine Gresham, a tight end, would have been a high draft pick, he’s a beast. Same with Florida linebacker Brandon Spikes – (PLAY THIS).
The early entrants for this year’s draft is a solid bunch. In fact, some of the “early’s” will be steals in the later rounds.
1. Matthew Stafford, Georgia, QB: Stafford has the rocket arm NFL teams love. But his decision making, field vision, performance agaisnt Florida and tendency for turnovers are big concerns. He has really good size for the NFL — 6-foot-3 and around 235 pounds.
Reminds one of …. : Denver’s Jay Cutler?
Where he’ll go: He’ll go in the top 10. New Detroit head coach Jim Schwartz is a defensive guy (he was Tennessee’s defensive coordinatior). The Lions select Aaron Curry, a linebacker from Wake Forest, or offensive tackle Jason Smith of Baylor. That means Stafford slips all the way to San Francisco at No. 10? Save your seat in the Green room, DAWG!
2. Jeremy Maclin, Missouri, WR: According to reports, Maclin was having a great showing at the NFL combine until he suffered a leg injury (or maybe he stretched out his vagina?). Maclin (6-1 and 200 pounds) has the speed to make an impact in the NFL.
Reminds you of …. : Philadelphia’s DeSean Jackson….without the flair and “LOOK-ITS-ME” crap attitude.
Where he’ll go: Anywhere from Nos. 5-8, with Cleveland and Cincinnati being strong possibilities. Cincinnati NEEDS one at No. 6, as a replacement for T.J. Houshmandzadeh….the Bungles could do worse!
3. Michael Crabtree, Texas Tech, WR: At 6-3 and 215 pounds, Crabtree has ideal size. He doesn’t have blazing speed, but he is strong and has great hands.
Reminds one of …. : Denver’s Brandon Marshall, without the leagal troubles
Where he’ll go: If the Bungles allow it,…Oakland at No. 7.
4. Andre Smith, Alabama, OT: Smith (6-4 and 340 pounds at Alabama) has not had a great few months. Smith was suspended and missed the Sugar Bowl because of his alleged contact with an agent. He then showed up overweight and unprepared for the NFL Combine. And left early without telling anybody. Still, Smith was dominant during his junior season at Alabama, playing against very good defensive linemen in the SEC. Watched him take opposing players out of entire games with his blocking ability. You always like the word “mauler” associated with offensive lineman, and its been printed many times to describe Smith.
Reminds you of …. : Washington’s Chris Samuels???
Where he’ll go: He’s done enough to scare away the top five teams. But it wouldn’t be a surprise if he slipped past No. 8 to where Jacksonville is, and they need a good offensive tackle to protect hack QB David Garrard.
5. Aaron Maybin, Penn State, DE:Impressions: very fast, plays with a lot of energy, and has some unique raw physical talent. Maybin could have probably used another year in college to put on some weight and get stronger (He’s 6-4 and around 240 pounds). Maybin was impressive during PENnIState’s pro day.
Reminds one of …. : Pittsburgh’s LaMarr Woodley???
Where he’ll go: Some think Maybin isn’t big enough to play in a traditional 4-3 alignment and would be better in a 3-4, where he can play linebacker and then move closer to the line on passing downs to take advantage of his pass rushing ability. In mock drafts some have him going to New England. Maybin might fit best in a 3-4 alignment so, YES! the Patriots.
6. Vontae Davis, Illinois, CB: Davis is 6-foot and 205 pounds, which is good size for a cornerback. He has speed and is the best cover/shutdown man in the draft. He’s very athletic.
Reminds you of …. : Darrelle Revis of the Jets?
Where he’ll go: The Saints really need a shutdown corner. So, New Orleans with the No. 14 pick.
7. Percy Harvin, Florida, WR: Harvin was so dangerous at Florida. Just get the ball in his hands and watch out. Harvin has great speed, but is a bit small at 5-11 and 200. He just has so much talent and ability that he’ll find success at the pro level. Harvin’s upside is that he could run the ball on some trick plays, or return punts.
Reminds one of …. : no one,…he’s “Oh mercy!…its Percy!”,….he’ll re-write history!
Where he’ll go: Actually, it could be interesting. The Eagles, Tenn, ‘Sota and really ANYONE could use this guy…Also the Colts and Giants even,…if they get lucky enUFf.
8. Darrius Heyward-Bey, Maryland, WR: Heyward-Bey has run a 4.3 40, so he’s got the blazing speed. He’s 6-1 and 210, which will be fine at the next level. But he has to answer questions about his hands and overall strength.
Reminds some of …. : Miami’s Ted Ginn Jr.
Where he’ll go: He’s got a ton of speed so some team desperate to stretch the field will take him in the first round. maybe Chicago? Maybe he slips to Indianapolis?, which needs to replace Marvin Harrison, at No. 27.
9. Shonn Greene, Iowa, RB: Greene is big (5-11 and 235) and once he gets going he is very tough to bring down. Greene’s field vision is excellent and he has the ability to make the key cut and find the open space. He isn’t very fast. Was very impressed each time he played in 2008 -at Iowa. He knows how to run.
Reminds some of …. : Atlanta’s Michael Turner
Where he’ll go: He’s probably the third best back in the draft (with Knowshon Moreno or Georgia and Ohio State’s Chris Wells ahead of him). Greene will likely slip to the second round and be a steal for some team. Could see the Lions take him at No. 33.
10. Everette Brown, Florida State, DE: He’s disruptive and he’s strong. He will be a good pass rusher in the NFL. He’s not as fast as Julius Peppers of Carolina or Mario Williams of Houston.
Reminds you of …. : Osi Umenyiora, of the Giants??..maybe that’s too much of a stretch right now?….yeah.
Where he’ll go: Green Bay, with the No. 9 pick, and Denver (No. 12) could certainly use a good pass rusher. Maybe Denver.