2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Derek Sherrod

Strengths: Coveted height and size Able to play left tackle Skilled pass blocker Protects edge rushers well Can mirror defenders in space Gets to second level and blocks downfield Intelligent and very high character Tons of experience against top competition Weaknesses: Must get stronger and add bulk Tends to lunge Balance issues Run blocking needs…
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2011 NFL Draft Mailbag

NFL Draft Mailbag Notes: These are not actually e-mails. They are comments left on the comment board in my 2011 NFL Mock Draft. I’ve included some of these comments and my responses to them. 3/7/11 2011 NFL Draft E-mails – Combine Hate Mail From Heath: Walter loves to degrade any AUburn players. –> True story….
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2011 NFL Draft Mailbag

NFL Draft Mailbag Notes: These are not actually e-mails. They are comments left on the comment board in my 2011 NFL Mock Draft. I’ve included some of these comments and my responses to them. 3/7/11 2011 NFL Draft E-mails – Hate Mail From Kade Nelson: Who ever made this mock draft is either incompetent or…
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2011 NFL Draft Mailbag

NFL Draft Mailbag Notes: These are not actually e-mails. They are comments left on the comment board in my 2011 NFL Mock Draft. I’ve included some of these comments and my responses to them. 3/7/11 2011 NFL Draft E-mails – Random Questions and Comments From Brawley: Cam Newton the first overall pick???? C’mon your ribbing…
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2010 NCAA Tournament Preview: Mid-Majors

Arkansas-Pine Bluff (17-15) WHY TO LOVE: Three players average double digits: senior guard Terrance Calvin (10.6 ppg, 5.2 rpg), sophomore guard Savalance Townsend (10.4 ppg, 3.5 rpg) and senior center Lebaron Weathers (10.1 ppg, 6.8 rpg). WHY TO HATE: Ugh. Where do I start? The Golden Lions… – Violate Rule No. 5 of my NCAA…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Akeem Ayers

Strengths: Athletic and agile Long arms Burst off snap Creates turnovers Versatile Well rounded Weaknesses: Lacking elite speed and strength Not a proven pass rusher Needs to improve tackling consistency Overruns plays too often Only average instincts Hesitant run defender Summary: Akeem Ayers is an interesting prospect. He has versatility and experience at different positions….
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2011 NFL Draft Pro Day Results

2011 Pro Day Results: March 3, 2011 Baylor Jay Finley, RB, Baylor Height: 5-11. Weight: 203. Projected 40 Time: 4.55. Combine 40 Time: DNP. Pro Day 40 Time: 4.53. Benchx225: 14. Vertical: 39.5. Broad: 11. Projected Round (2011): 7-FA. 3/5/11: Jay Finley isn’t a threat as a pass-catcher, but he had 1,218 rushing yards and…
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2011 NFL Draft Pro Day Results

2011 Pro Day Results: March 4, 2011 Troy Jerrel Jernigan, WR/KR, Troy Height: 5-9. Weight: 185. Projected 40 Time: 4.39. Combine 40 Time: 4.47. Pro Day 40 Time: 4.32. Vertical: 38. Broad: 10-4. Hand: 9 1/4. Projecte (2011): 2-3. 3/5/11: Jerrel Jernigan was the only player of note at Troy’s Pro Day. Jernigan really shined,…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Kyle Rudolph

Strengths: Good size and speed Long arms, strong hands Quick off line Ball skills Threat in the red zone Capable, willing in-line blocker Intelligent High character Weaknesses: Inconsistent route runner Should break more tackles after catch Occasional drops Could add muscle Injury history Summary: Kyle Rudolph is the consensus top tight end even though a…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Patrick Peterson

Strengths: Size, strength to play the physical game Works well in press coverage Fluid hips; runs with receivers Elite speed and uses it to recover Football intelligence; anticipates routes Great ball skills; leaper Excellent punt, kick and interception returner Played against the best in the SEC Versatile enough to play safety Confident with short memory…
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