2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Blaine Gabbert

Strengths: Quick release and fluid throwing motion Top shelf arm strength and velocity Ideal NFL frame Relatively mobile for his size Able to properly lead receivers Very accurate with short range throws Weaknesses: Product of spread offense Must learn to go through progressions Limited experience under center Needs to work on pocket presence Only two…
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Debaclation Nation

Welcome to the new Debaclation Nation, a fancy title for this Web site’s new poll center. Each Wednesday, I’ll post an interesting (or boring) Debaclation Nation poll so you can vote and argue over it. I’ll keep the Debaclation Nation polls archived, so you can go back and keep arguing or see who was right….
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Cam Newton

Strengths: Elite mobility for his size Strong arm Relatively accurate Hard to bring down Leadership Weaknesses: Maturity and character concerns Only one season of major college experience Relies too much on athleticism over fundamentals Poor throwing mechanics Hardly any experience under center Mostly makes only one or two reads Summary: Cameron Newton became a superstar…
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superbowl45

What is this? Welcome to my fifth-annual Super Bowl Live Blog. I’ll be posting comments like this throughout the evening about every three minutes. Keep refreshing this page if you want to check out what I think about the game, announcers, commercials, etc. I’ll post my first comment around 5:30ish. I might have some guest…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Nate Solder

Strengths: Size and length Athletic former blocking tight end Good lateral movement Able to mirror defender Work ethic Intelligence Weaknesses: Height can be a liability Can be beaten by speed rushers Still needs to add more weight Initial punch lacks strength Not a great anchor Summary: Nate Solder is cashing in on a poor class…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Ricky Stanzi

Strengths: Outstanding leader, team captain Experienced starter Operated under center in pro system Intelligent, mature and confident Hard worker who strives to succeed Size coveted at NFL level Mobility outside of the pocket Accurate passer on the run Comfortable going through progressions Been in big games and clutch situations Good arm strength for NFL throws…
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