Charlie Campbell

2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Travis Swanson

Strengths: Powerful Strong run blocker Mean streak Quickness Intelligent, should be an asset in line calls Developed run-blocking technique Does well in short yardage Quality drive blocker Anchors well against bull rushers Good technique Recoverability Strong hands Sustains blocks Scheme flexibility Durable Experienced 4-year starter Versatile for guard or center Weaknesses: Short arms (32 7/8)…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Craig Loston

Strengths: Hard hitter Tackling ability Run defense Physical presence Can separate the ball from the receiver Has some coverage ability Can defend the deep part of the field Could be used to cover tight ends in man coverage Good speed Experienced Durable Quickness Ready to compete quickly Athletic Upside Weaknesses: Lacks height, length Sometimes he…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jared Abbrederis

Strengths: Tremendous route-runner Tough to cover out of his breaks Sudden quickness Constantly gains separation Can stretch the field Vertical threat Polished, well-rounded receiver Very good run-after-catch ability Good hands Body control Can make tough, contested receptions Adept at finding soft spots in zone Blocker Scheme versatility Gritty Pure football player Experienced Intelligent Durable Ready…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Tajh Boyd

Strengths: Throws a good deep ball Can make all the NFL throws Powerful arm Dual-threat quarterback Athletic Mechanics Quick release Distributes the ball to a variety of weapons Decision making Field vision Toughness; has held up under lots of hits as a runner and passer Improved throughout college Hard worker Good character Team leader Intangibles…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jimmy Garoppolo

Strengths: Excellent mechanics Quick release Strong arm Can make all the NFL throws Distributes the ball to a variety of weapons Good on touch passes Basis for good footwork Athletic, can scramble Decision-making Field vision Accurate in college Improved throughout college Intelligent Hard worker Good character Intangibles Weaknesses: Level of competition Not a dual threat…
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2014 NFL Draft Big Board

The top prospects available for the 2014 NFL Draft. By Charlie Campbell Send Charlie an e-mail here: [email protected] Follow Charlie on Twitter @draftcampbell for updates. Updated Jan. 1, 2014 Previous Years of Big Boards: 2023 NFL Draft Big Board |  2022 NFL Draft Big Board |  2021 NFL Draft Big Board |  2020 NFL Draft Big Board |  2019…
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The top prospects available for the 2014 NFL Draft. By Charlie Campbell. Send Charlie an e-mail here: [email protected] Follow Charlie on Twitter @draftcampbell for updates. Updated Jan. 1, 2014 Top-5 Prospects: Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina. Previous Rank: 1 1/1/14: Clowney didn’t help himself when he received a speeding ticket for going 110 mph in…
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College Football Rankings

Welcome to WalterFootball.com’s college football rankings for the end of the season. Check back in a few months for the 2013 preseason rankings. By Charlie Campbell Pass along your thoughts on the rankings. I’ll put together a mail bag periodically that answers questions/comments sent via email [email protected] or on Twitter @draftcampbell. Updated Sept. 4, 2013…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Markus Wheaton

Strengths: Extremely fast Stretches the field vertically Threat to score on any reception Great quickness to get separation Excellent run-after-the-catch ability Good route runner Reliable hands Productive Plays with swagger Perfect fit as a slot receiver Sudden in and out of his breaks Weaknesses: Short Light Blocking Can he play outside in the NFL? Can…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jon Bostic

Strengths: Excellent run defender Takes on blocks Physical Downhill attacker Strong Straight-line speed Good tackler Instinctive Hustles Flashes on blitzes Plays with an attitude Weaknesses: Needs to improve pass coverage Stiff Lacks change of direction ability Not fluid Needs to get better at shedding blocks Consistency Summary: Even before the Gators’ program lost Brandon Spikes…
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