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I love the fact that Ron Rivera is getting a shot as head coach. Maybe I thought he would have gotten a better coaching gig in Chicago or even Denver and maybe even replacing the ineffective Norv Turner. But I digress. I think out of all the head coaches out there that only a few can handle this Cam Newton mess. Ron and maybe a coach like Gruden. Perhaps Rex Ryan and at one time I thought Shanahan could but watching in Washington -what a mess.
Anyways, back to the 1st round pick going to Caronlina. I still would not be surprised if they went DE. Da’Quan Bowers or Robert Quinn. It would a be a Texans style move ala Mario Williams but we know Ron is a defense all the way. It starts in the trenches.
It was truly surprising when Jacksonville Jaguars chose their first pick of the 2010 NFL Draft at #10, who could have been at best a second-rounder. Tyson Alualu, as a defensive tackle, may be good on the field, will not have an impact on the sale of season tickets.
D’Anthony Smith was the second pick for the franchise and it was another disappointing move by John Henderson. Kirk Morrison, the middle linebacker, was traded off to Oakland in the fourth round. Larry Hart is a good pick, but will have to adjust well to the role, which he will have in the Jaguars’ side. Again, Austen Lane is also a player of the same pedigree, but the defensive end will have to work on his skill for making an impact in the league. Deji Karim has the potential to be a good running back. McGee is an undersized player, but a great kick returner.
Jacksonville Jaguars will be hoping that 2010 NFL Draft picks go as per their plans.
Houston Texans had a mixed bag in 2010 NFL Drafts, as they picked up a tough cornerback in the form of Kareem Jackson and a running back, Ben Kate. However, their next three picks were more than disappointing, as they went for an undersize defensive tackle, Earl Mitchell, unnecessary linebacker, Darryl Sharpton and the misplaced tight end, Garrett Graham.
At the end, they did comeback with 3 picks, which were of extreme value. The skills and athleticism of Shelley Smith, Guard, will give Texans the blocker having an impressive potential. Trindon Holiday, at #197, may be amongst the best picks in the sixth round, has the potential to be a great slot receiver. Dorin Dickerson, the tight end, who had 10 touchdowns in the previous season, is a steal, which can bring glory to the franchise in this coming season.
So, there is no doubt that it was a mixed 2010 NFL Draft for the Texans. They will be hoping that every new draftee can prove the critics wrong.
Even though they were in need of a left tackle, Buffalo Bills ignored the temptation of picking quarterback Jimmy Clausen and went for C J Spiller, the running back from Clemson.
Even though they had another chance in Round Two, the franchise opted for a defensive tackle, Torrell Troup for giving support to their 3-4 plan. Alex Carrington, the defensive end, also seems a part of their plan. Marcus Easley, who they picked in the fourth round, was another questionable pick. They finally grabbed on a tackle in the form of Ed Wang and Kyle Calloway, but they don’t seem good enough for the herculean job in hand.
Arthur Moats, the defensive end and winner of Buck Buchanan Award, is the best pick for the Bills. Dan Batten is another FCS star to watch out for. They did get a quarterback in the form of Levi Brown, but he is surely not the answer to their problems.
Bills have been horrible in the draft and it has continued with 2010 NFL Draft, as they failed to meet their requirements of an LT and a QB.
The Indianapolis Colts. 2010 NFL Draft. The Indianapolis Colts need an inside linebacker, defensive line help and atleast two corners in this 5 corner league. The Indianapolis Colts draft schedule for fans. Get Indianapolis Colts tickets online.
Even for the Indianapolis Colts, it starts in the trenches on both sides of the ball.
The NFL Draft for all teams is a vital part of their future success. You must choose wisely. There are many philosophies when it comes to approaching the draft. Then selecting your choice in that round at that position. The analysis of selection. There are two main philosophies: draft for need or draft the best player available regardless of need. You can make the case for both.
The Indianapolis Colts must decide which direction they want their Indianapolis Colts NFL franchise to go. Build, slow and steady and created a foundation of cement (or atleast hardwood floors) or build for the win now. Oh, that just reminded me. Two more philosophies. These are not draft day philosophies, they are team direction approaches. You can approach the season as a, play to win now or play to win eventually. Living in a Instant Gratification Society they former is more tempting but usually leads to poor decisions when it comes to signing old Free Agents that dont have much left except to cash in one more pay day. The Redskins have perfected that art.
The Saints need an inside linebacker, defensive line help and atleast two corners in this 5 corner league. The Saints draft schedule for fans. Get Saints tickets online.
Even for the Saints, it starts in the trenches on both sides of the ball.
The NFL Draft for all teams is a vital part of their future success. You must choose wisely. There are many philosophies when it comes to approaching the draft. Then selecting your choice in that round at that position. The analysis of selection. There are two main philosophies: draft for need or draft the best player available regardless of need. You can make the case for both.
The Saints must decide which direction they want their Saints NFL franchise to go. Build, slow and steady and created a foundation of cement (or atleast hardwood floors) or build for the win now. Oh, that just reminded me. Two more philosophies. These are not draft day philosophies, they are team direction approaches. You can approach the season as a, play to win now or play to win eventually. Living in a Instant Gratification Society they former is more tempting but usually leads to poor decisions when it comes to signing old Free Agents that dont have much left except to cash in one more pay day. The Redskins have perfected that art.
Fantasy Football NFL New Orleans Saints
There are a ton of free fantasy football leagues and
fantasy football drafting sites with good information on how to select your fantasy football players.
Some even opffer fantasy football prizes to the end of season winners. Competition formats include Head-to-head and Total Points. Players are drafted on a team in three main formats. Another is the “standard” draft system, in which draft order is maintained throughout. The last is an auction system.
The St. Louis Rams. 2010 NFL Draft. The Rams need a quarterback, defensive line help and atleast one corner. The Rams draft schedule for fans. Get Rams tickets online.
It starts in the trenches on both sides of the ball.
The NFL Draft for all teams is a vital part of their future success. You must choose wisely. There are many philosophies when it comes to approaching the draft. Then selecting your choise in that round at that position. The analysis of selection. There are two main philosophies: draft for need or draft the best player available regardless of need. You can make the case for both.
The Rams must decide which direction they want their Rams NFL franchise to go. Build, slow and steady and created a foundation of cement (or atleast hardwood floors) or build for the win now. Oh, that just reminded me. Two more philosophies. These are not draft day philosophies, they are team direction approaches. You can approach the season as a, play to win now or play to win eventually. Living in a Instant Gratification Society they former is more tempting but usually leads to poor decisions when it comes to signing old Free Agents that dont have much left except to cash in one more pay day. The Redskins have perfected that art.
Fantasy Football NFL St. Louis Rams
There are a ton of free fantasy football leagues and fantasy football drafting sites with good information on how to select your fantasy football players. Some even opffer fantasy football prizes to the end of season winners. Competition formats include Head-to-head and Total Points. Players are drafted on a team in three main formats. Another is the “standard” draft system, in which draft order is maintained throughout. The last is an auction system.
Everytime I watch ESPN and see Todd McShay disrespectfully attack Mel Kiper, Jr. It just makes me shake my head. While Kiper is not the end all be all. The young padawan should be willing to listen and learn. Everyone has an opinion but sometimes when you listen you could accidentally learn.
Anyway the “debate” was about the Lions and picking a quarterback or not. Kiper thinks they should go signal caller and McShay wants a linebacker with the #1 pick in the draft. Are you kidding? So he gives himself an out by saying “or a offensive linemen”. Even still at number one he had better be a darn good lineman. Run blocking and pass blocking.
Obviously Kiper thinks that drafting a QB, Matthew Stafford out of Georgia. Well think about. They jettisoned Kitna. They need to groom someone at QB from the ground up. Its going to take time.
I understand the whole out with the old and in with the new. But to me all the other draft analysts are clones. McShay knows football but he is too emotional about it. Mel Kiper, Jr. clearly uses common sense when choosing a play or at the very least when breaking down the teams options.
What are the Lion’s going to do? A QB or a WR? They probably should build from the trenches out. Solidify that Offensive line. Set up the Defensive line. That would be a great start. Your QB cannot throw the ball if he is on his back. And on the same note, the WR cannot catch a ball that never gets thrown.
The soap opera in Denver doesn’t look to be anywhere near a resolution. Jay Cutler is not even talking to his Head Coach.
He wants out. They wanted him out. They don’t want him out.
For me, it seems that they will trade him for some good picks and maybe a player in return. Jay could very well end up in Cleveland. Would Brady Quinn end up in Denver or would it be Derek Anderson?
DE Everette Brown, Florida State: I think the Packers could bring this guy into the top 10. QB Josh Freeman, Kansas State: Also if the Packers were smart they would go after this kid. Aaron Rodgers won’t make it through 2 seasons healthy. I think Rodgers is one of those QB’s that performs well in spots but when it comes down to it he won’t deliver when it is expected of him. I call it the Donovan McNabb syndrome.
In the later rounds, probably the second, they will have to shore up the TE position. I like Brandon Pettigrew TE Oklahoma. He is the most complete TE out of this draft. His blocking skills are lacking but that can come in the NFL with proper training. He is a tall one, that makes him a big target. He is 6′6″ and has the will of a bull. Once he learns proper blocking technique linebackers will have fits and defensive linemen will have their hands full as well.
You really have to hand it to Bill Belichick. He is a true mastermind. Cheat or not. He has gotten the 2nd pick in the draft (overall 32nd) for a QB, Matt Cassell, that he picked up in the 7th round.
This guy should be running the economy. Nice ROI. That is why New England has cemented a place atop the AFC East even without Brady. They don’t overpay for players. They don’t keep players too long. They win with lesser players.
Now it remains to be seen about Cassell but one year and you are worth a 2nd round pick. All I can say is that Pioli knows about football and doing his part. Now will he look like a genius or will the REAL genius will have made a fool of him, Bill Parcell’s style.
Personally, I think when you take a guy like Cassell out of Belichick’s system then there is only one way to go. Down or maybe mediocre. Cassell took that team to 11-5 and just missed the playoffs. Thats another story all together. How will he fair without his mentor, the brains behind the operation. The man behind the curtain. We’ll see.
If Brady goes down again, then I wonder if Bill could do it again with a relatively unknown, unexperienced QB under center.
The 2009 NFL Draft first round pick is, the Detroit Lions select another Wide Receiver? I certainly hope not. This team, this organization has to be built up in the trenches. The Offensive line and the defensive line. Didn’t Detroit learn anything? You cannot continuously draft a wide receiver year after year after year. Look what just happened. Roy williams, the wide receiver that is, just went to the Dallas Cowboys. The Lions didn’t get anything out of him.
So I digress. The Lions should be looking at someone like B.J. Raji. A Defenstive Tackle out of Boston College. He is raw but he is emerging as a potential top-10 pick.
The Rams. Well the Rams have to start somewhere. It might as well be on defense as well. How about Defensive End, Everrette Brown. Its hard to believe that the Rams won a Super Bowl not that long ago.
The Bengals desperately need to upgrade their offensive line. Carson is going to get killed back there. Jason Smith is worth a look. The shame of it is that Carson was the next coming of Troy Aikman. He just didnt have Emmitt Smith and Michael Irvin. So what better place to start. Yes, you guessed it. The Offensive Line.
I actually like Mark Sanchez, QB, USC for the Kansas City Chiefs. Its a tough call. Do you send him to Lion’s Den or do you send him to Chief’s horror. There are only two positions in this draft that can possibly be taken at this spot; LT and QB. He could be the QB to be the face of their franchise.
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