The way things are going, and by going I mean falling apart, we are easily looking at a top 5 pick. As I said during the 4th round of the draft last year, were gonna miss that 3rd rounder we gave to the Browns. And now, it really looks like Im right. But if we stick to our guns (and listen to me), we can get out of this debacle next year. (Hire me) First, fire Haley. (Hire me) Second, ask Colbert what his plans are for "retirement". (Hire me) Third, have a meeting with Tomlin that if we dont make the playoffs in 2014, his deal will not be extended, and he will be a lame duck, year to year coach until he proves his worth again. (Hire me)
Even after Foster left the game vs the Vikings, there was no reason (as there never was) to keep Adams at LT. Why we swapped he and Gilbert in the first place has really only come down to one, gruesome, explanation by Colbert, "Hes left handed, and left handed people feel more comfortable on the left side". Regardless if they actually have any talent? Dip shit. I hope after the bye we swap Gil back to LT and start Beachum on the right. And after the season ends, hopefully with at least a handful of wins, we do this...
3 Jake Matthews, LT Texas A&M- Adams cant do it, Beachum can but only at an average ability, and Tomlin wont let Gilbert do it? So, much like how we always hope the Steelers draft a high round CB, here is our franchise Left Tackle. Jake has the experience in the ZBS, the pedigree, the ability, and yes, even the bloodlines. Just like in 2004 when we finally drafted a franchise QB, here is that refreshing feeling all over again. (Yes, I would possibly pick Tajh Boyd, but I cant let me man crush get in the way)
35 Eric Ebron, TE UNC- The Paulson experiment hasnt worked out very well, while I have to admit, DJ has stepped up as a receiver, though not as a threat. While Haley tends to like a athletic pass catching TEs, here is a middle of the road TE in that size and ability, but with a nasty demeanor when in line blocking. This is the kid that will take over for Heath when he hangs it up. Superb hands, blocking and route running... and the boy has some serious ups too.
90 (3rd rd comp 1) Jaylen Watkins, CB Florida- Yes, it is typical for me to draft a Gator, but while we ignored the school last year, it showed that may have been a mistake. Heres what I figure, the Gators have 3 very viable options at CB in this draft, and all of them can play outside or inside at the nickel/dime. While Jaylen will need to size up some to 190ish pounds, he is a dynamic CB that plays the run and the ball very well.
91 (3rd rd comp 2) Bryan Stork, OL Florida State- If you think back a couple years to the 2009 NFL draft youll find an OL that we desperately wanted simply due to the fact that he has and could play everywhere along the oline. The player Im talking about is the Seahawks current OC Max Unger. And yes, I understand that Beachum has shown he can also fill in in most of the oline spots, but he hasnt shown he could hold a spot as a starter in one of them. I believe Beachum is one of those guys that does alot well, but none of it great. Stork on the other hand is seen by some as the best center in the country. Im hoping the fact that he started at the spot for only this year holds him back. This kid could allow Destro to slide to LG and easily fill in at RG. But moreso, if we had injuries, he could fill in on demand. We missed on Unger, and missed on Barrett Jones, but we cant stand by and let a 3rd one of these very rare, bright OLs pass us by.
109 DeVonte Parker, WR Louisville- Bye Sanders. Can you step up Wheaton? Just in case you cant we need to find depth. Moye should find a way into the personnel roles sooner or later, but we need a true #2 WR opposite AB. I bet Bridgewater is stunned hes fallen this far. But as a newcomer to the ACC, Parkers previous history has been vs subpar Big East teams. He has the deadly combination of hands, height and speed. Easily a deep threat, but also familiar with the route tree and comfortable going over the middle if needed.
143 Prince Shembo, LB Notre Dame- To be honest I dont like ND. I dont follow ND. But when I see tape and read articles about "Prince" I tend to think of a rusty Timmons. Hes a bigger OLB though has the speed to provide pressure, and with experience in a 30 front, has also flexed inside. Hes probably gonna have a faster 40 time than JJ, though can sit behind Vince and Spence, learning the defense.
165 (5th rd comp 1) Isaiah Lewis, SS Michigan State- Whew, thank God, heres our tall safety!! Haha, at 5'10 he might tower over The Shark, but as a former teammate of our new RB Bell, he has excelled in pass coverage at both safety spots. Hes estimated to clock a 4.4 40, so as Tomlin (and new maybe Lake) prefer- speed speed speed. Hes not as "roaming" as Shamarko, but he is a very good deep cover playing the top of the umbrella. Troy to Shamarko and Clark to Lewis. Golden is very good depth at all the 2ndary spots, as well as Cromartie Smith. The safety position has now been totally revamped.
166 (5th rd comp 2) Roderick McDowell, RB Clemson- Rainey, Rainey, Rainey... how you left a door wide open for a scat back with return ability to finally step in. Some say "Hot Rod" is a tougher CJ Spiller. I think hes a mix of Spiller and what Rainey could have been. Rod could easily spell downs for Bell, maybe in a thunder and lightning role, but more so as a 3rd down threat. He keeps Tajh Boyd safe with his cut blocks, but also gets free in the flat for a deadly screen or check down. And I havent even gotten to the kickoff and punt return ability. Rod could finally allow AB to solely focus on the WR role and not worry about getting plastered when returning punts.
185 Kevin Norwood, WR Alabama- Yup, 2 WRs. Justin didnt do enough to make the 53 last year, and the other WRs that were cut earlier wont be a threat to return. Step in Norwood. While has has been a starter and at times looks to be the 2nd or 3rd target, he doesnt get as much attention as he could. He has fought through some minor injuries, though he still possesses the size and speed to if nothing more than challenge Justin Brown.
209 Josh Mauro, DE Stanford- I wasnt a fan of the Williams pick from Stamford. Was it because I kept searching for him using "Stanford"? Either way, heres a kid that has been in the 30 front for some time, and uses his hands and leverage very well. While he isnt JJ Watt, he does have the same feel of a young Keisel. And with Ziggy being a UDFA, and Da Beard getting another year older, we do need the depth.
Yes, I did not draft a 0 tech Nose Tackle. I feel Steve is doing well holding down the middle of the dline, though we are in nickel and dime often (as the league dictates), therefore hes being replaced by Cam and Brett inside. I also think Woods and Fangupo are fine as backups. For now.
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