NFL Draft Discussion: Rounds 4-7

[TheDYVKX]

Does this mean Long and Robinson are out of a job?

Obviously that means Barksdale is definitely done.

 

[Memphis Ram]

 

[ReddingRam]

I really hate being a "Debbie Downer".... but after being pumped by a day 1 & 2 ... I am EXTREMELY underwhelmed by day 3. Other than EJ Gaines, I don't see one guy who will make the final 53 man roster.

 

[brokeu91]

I really hate being a "Debbie Downer".... but after being pumped by a day 1 & 2 ... I am EXTREMELY underwhelmed by day 3. Other than EJ Gaines, I don't see one guy who will make the final 53 man roster.

I guess you weren't buying the pre-draft hype on Mitchell Van Dyk then?

 

[Stranger]

226. Mitchell Van Dyk, OL, Portland State: C Grade
There's no such thing as a reach in Round 7, but I highly doubt many teams had Mitchell Van Dyk on their boards.

WalterFootball.com

 

[RaminExile]

226. Mitchell Van Dyk, OL, Portland State: C Grade
There's no such thing as a reach in Round 7, but I highly doubt many teams had Mitchell Van Dyk on their boards.

WalterFootball.com

Hopefully just means we scouted real well.

 

[Memphis Ram]

Height: 6-8
Weight: 285
40: 5.21
Year: 4Sr
Mitchell Van Dyk
School: Portland State
Position: T
Positive: Three-year starter at right tackle. Strong, run blocking lineman with marginal athleticism. Sets with a wide base, quickly gets into blocks, and makes good use of angles as well as body positioning to seal defenders from the action. Stays square, keeps his head on a swivel, and works hard.

Negative: Struggles handling speedy edge rushers. Not light on his feet and shows little ability blocking in motion.

Analysis: Van Dyk is a size prospect who's been very effective on the small-school level. His lack of flexibility and mobility hinder him but his run-blocking skill should get him into camp this summer.

http://www.draftinsider.net/reports/2014/T/Mitchell-Van-Dyk

 

[xander47]

What other depth positions haven't we addressed? LB?

 

[Yamahopper]

Here's the thing in this draft class, if it was 2008- 2009 the Rams would still be drafting starters now. Think about that how far the Rams have come talent wise.

 

[bluesjoc]

Height: 6-8
Weight: 285
40: 5.21
Year: 4Sr
Mitchell Van Dyk
School: Portland State
Position: T
Positive: Three-year starter at right tackle. Strong, run blocking lineman with marginal athleticism. Sets with a wide base, quickly gets into blocks, and makes good use of angles as well as body positioning to seal defenders from the action. Stays square, keeps his head on a swivel, and works hard.

Negative: Struggles handling speedy edge rushers. Not light on his feet and shows little ability blocking in motion.

Analysis: Van Dyk is a size prospect who's been very effective on the small-school level. His lack of flexibility and mobility hinder him but his run-blocking skill should get him into camp this summer.

http://www.draftinsider.net/reports/2014/T/Mitchell-Van-Dyk

Reminds me of the Kounjo Kid from Bama. At Portland St i bet he didn't have the best coaching. Coaches here must of seen something they like, could turn out to be a steal

 

[Alan]

I find it hard to believe that we haven't drafted a single LB yet.

That should mean our next three picks are LBs.

 

[ReddingRam]

What other depth positions haven't we addressed? LB?

They can save me today by taking Shane Skov ... Guy is a FOOTBALL player

 

[Angry Ram]

I really hate being a "Debbie Downer".... but after being pumped by a day 1 & 2 ... I am EXTREMELY underwhelmed by day 3. Other than EJ Gaines, I don't see one guy who will make the final 53 man roster.

Ehhh is hard to get "pumped" in the late rounds. I hardly recognize anyone. All the while teams don't draft "Mel's best available"

 

[Tailback]

sportsillustrated.cnn.com still shows Skov as being available. If so that boggles my mind.

 

[Stranger]

Starts around 40s in.

 

[A55VA6]

Van Dyk clarified his height and weight on the conference call. "6-8, 315 pounds."

 

[Mojo Ram]

They can save me today by taking Shane Skov ... Guy is a FOOTBALL player

He's still on the board? Crazy. Same with the receiver Janis. Crazy, but there could be unknown medical issues etc...hard for us to know.

 

[Alan]

At 6'8" and only 285 pounds, he needs to gain some weight. He probably will have great difficulty keeping his pads low.

 

[Yamahopper]

Jim Thomas ‏@jthom1 10s
Van Dyk, the Rams' 7th-round OT, played right tackle at Portland State. He wants to become a detective once his football days are over