Undrafted Free Agent Time

[libertadrocks]

Who ya got?

 

[libertadrocks]

A few names still out there:

Tyler Bray(QB)
Matt Scott(QB)
Da'Rick Rodgers(WR)
TJ Moe(WR)
Alvin Bailey(OG)
Xavier Nixon(OT)
Kwame Geathers(DT)
Chase Thomas(OLB)
Marcus Cromatie(CB)
Tony Jefferson(FS)

 

[DR RAM]

A few names still out there:

Tyler Bray(QB)
Matt Scott(QB)
Da'Rick Rodgers(WR)
TJ Moe(WR)
Alvin Bailey(OG)
Xavier Nixon(OT)
Kwame Geathers(DT)
Chase Thomas(OLB)
Marcus Cromatie(CB)
Tony Jefferson(FS)

I think that Bray has the best arm in the draft, and I really like Matt Scott, he's scrappy. Too bad we don't need a QB.

A lot of these names are pretty good players. I'd certainly try to bring a few of these guys in.

 

[brokeu91]

Leon Sandcastle is still available

 

[DR RAM]

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A couple reported signings.

Cody was thought to be a 4th - 5th round FS, ran a 4.37, has a 41 1/2" vertical. Very productive, and smart.

 

[DR RAM]

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[Ramhusker]

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A couple reported signings.

Cody was thought to be a 4th - 5th round FS, ran a 4.37, has a 41 1/2" vertical. Very productive, and smart.

There's a start! Get Kwame Geathers in as soon as possible, and Chase Thomas, TJ Moe, Reid Fragel, Robert Lester, Connor Vernon, and Joseph Fauria. I'm feeling greedy right now!

 

[Lesson]

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A couple reported signings.

Cody was thought to be a 4th - 5th round FS, ran a 4.37, has a 41 1/2" vertical. Very productive, and smart.

There's a start! Get Kwame Geathers in as soon as possible, and Chase Thomas, TJ Moe, Reid Fragel, Robert Lester, Connor Vernon, and Joseph Fauria. I'm feeling greedy right now!

Moe tweeted that he is a Patriot.

As I posted in another thread, here's a list of UDFAs via 3 different sites:

Via <a class="postlink" href="http://nfltraderumors.co/2013-undrafted-free-agent-signings/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://nfltraderumors.co/2013-undrafted ... -signings/</a> :

Houston LB Phillip Steward
Auburn TE Phillip Lutzenkirchen
UTEP CB Darren Woodard
K Brett Bauer
Ole Miss DE Gerald Rivers

Via <a class="postlink" href="http://www.nepatriotsdraft.com/2013-nfl-undrafted-free-agents" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://www.nepatriotsdraft.com/2013-nfl ... ree-agents</a>:

Phillip Steward, LB, Houston
Philip Lutzenkirchen, TE, Auburn
Braden Brown, OT, BYU

Via <a class="postlink" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-mock-draft/2013/4/27/4276394/undrafted-free-agent-tracker-2013" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-mock-draft/ ... acker-2013</a>:

Braden Brown, OT, BYU
Cody Davis, S, Texas Tech
Philip Lutzenkirchen, TE, Auburn
Graham Pocic, OL, Illinois
Philip Steward, LB, Houston

DR's are probably accurate as 2 of them are on those lists, but the ones he just posted aren't on them yet.

 

[Slappy967]

Conner Vernon and Da'rick Rogers need to come join the party in the STL.

 

[DR RAM]

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Rivers 6 - 4 250 lbs DE/LB Mississippi, ran a low of 4.56 at pro day with a 40" vertical. Missed the season?academically ineligible.

 

[DR RAM]

Yes, please keep in mind I am getting them off of twitter, so a grain of salt and all :roll:

 

[bluecoconuts]

TJ Moe picked the Pats over the Rams. I guess he's not a hometown kinda guy.

 

[brokeu91]

We apparently signed Phillip Lutzenkirchen, that's a hell of a name

 

[DR RAM]

TJ Moe picked the Pats over the Rams. I guess he's not a hometown kinda guy.

I liked Curly better anyway.

Nuck, nuck, nuck...

 

[libertadrocks]

Brett Maher

Maher continued Nebraska's long line of outstanding kickers and punters over the past two seasons. Maher completed his Husker career in 2012, and he left a significant mark in the NU record book with his performance the past two seasons. A Kearney native, Maher was one of five former walk-ons who were awarded a scholarship for the 2012 season. Maher made 20-of-27 field goals, while connecting on all 59 of his PAT attempts. His 20 field goals as a senior are second on the NU season chart, bettering his 2011 total by one. Maher scored 119 points to set a Nebraska record for most points scored in a season by a kicker. He ranked third overall in the Big Ten in scoring and first among kickers.

In 2012, Maher had four games with three field goals, giving him six games with three or more field goals in his career. He also connected on three field goals beyond 50 yards this season, giving him six career field goals of at least 50 yards. Maher's efforts as a kicker earned him first-team All-Big Ten honors for the second straight season and also the Bakken-Andersen Big Ten Kicker-of-the-Year Award for the second straight season. Maher also handled the punting duties the past two seasons and averaged 41.8 yards per punt in 2012. He placed 18 punts inside the opponent 20, while also booming 17 punts of at least 50 yards. He was a second-team All-Big Ten choice as a punter by the coaches. Maher also handled kickoff duties and had 57 touchbacks in 96 kickoffs in 2012.

Cody Davis

As bad as the Texas Tech defense was a season ago, the unit could have been much worse if not for the reliable, physical tackling of all-conference safety Cody Davis, who paced the Big 12 with an average of 6.55 solo tackles a game.

Davis, entering his fourth season as a starter for the Red Raiders, is a classic in-the-box strong safety type who is at his best reading the eyes of the quarterback and attacking the line of scrimmage. He has 261 career tackles entering the 2012 campaign, but isn't much of a threat as an interceptor, recording only one (against Houston, 2010) over his career.

Davis does break down well against athletic ball-carriers in the open field, and has long, strong arms to make the effective wrap-up tackle, while also keeping his hands active to pry away the football (four forced fumbles over his career).

Davis will have to prove to scouts that he has the athleticism to handle coverage responsibilities in the NFL to earn a draft selection but his size, durability and open field tackling skills could make him an effective special teams performer.

 

[Lesson]

Louisiana Tech OG Kevin Saia per <a class="postlink" href="http://nfltraderumors.co/2013-undrafted-free-agent-signings/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://nfltraderumors.co/2013-undrafted ... -signings/</a>

 

[DR RAM]

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Benny C. RB Middle Tennessee St. 5-10 210 coming off a knee injury. Has had two 200+ yard games, and then blew his knee out. Was still named 2nd team All-Conf with just two games under his belt, the teams you ask, Florida Intl, and Georgia Tech. This kid was on his way to having a monster year.

4.51 at his Pro-Day a couple days ago.

 

[Lesson]

STICKY?

Done.

 

[DR RAM]

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I'm intrigued.

 

[libertadrocks]

Phillip Lutzenkirechen

STRENGTHS: Possesses NFL size and bulk. Difficult red zone and short-yardage assignment for defenders, uses his build to shield defenders or simply pushes them away when trying to reach a spot. Strong hands to make one-handed spots and win 50/50 balls when covered. Flashes foot quickness in his routes and athleticism to spin off tackle attempts and leap into the end zone to beat a defender to the pylon. Adjusts to throws behind him when heading out to the flat. Adept move blocker from his H-back spot, makes contact as a lead blocker and fits on linebackers in the run game. Solid in pass protection, mirrors blitzers effectively. Can shown effectiveness as an in-line blocker, as well.

WEAKNESSES: Though a fair athlete for his size, is still not an elite vertical threat. Must improve his ability to sustain as a blocker in space, when will bend at the waist and lunge instead of moving his feet. Will need to prove himself a reliable receiver once in an offense where he is regularly targeted. Injuries have been an issue, played injured junior year, missed most of his senior season.

NFL COMPARISON: David Johnson

BOTTOM LINE: Auburn’s career leader in touchdowns for tight ends, Lutzenkirchen has dealt with subpar passing attacks and injuries throughout his career. While he's never put up outstanding numbers, the talent is obvious. Lutzenkirchen has strong hands, runs routes well, and can block in space. Health is going to be a major question, but he should still garner a later round selection.

Braden Brown

Brown comes from an athletic family, as his brother, Trevor, is currently a tight end for the Cougars, and his other brother, Les, was a basketball player at Westminster College. Braden Brown didn't just spend his time at BYU playing football, as he participated in a service project with Engage Now Service Expedition to Cuenca, Ecuador to help build a school, build irrigation systems and taught young villagers how to play football.

Brown redshirted his first year on campus, but received the Bill McNabb Personal Best Offensive Scout Award. In 2009, he saw action in all 13 games, and logged two starts at right tackle after converting from tight end. Throughout the rest of his final three seasons, Brown started all 39 of his team's games. In his junior year, Brown was named to Phil Steele's All-Independent second team. As a senior, Brown was named to the FBS All-Independent team, and earned an invite to the East-West Shrine Game.

Graham Pocic

STRENGTHS: Sits low in his stance and smooth movement after the snap despite his height, also uses quick reactions to complete reach block even when you wouldn’t expect him to adjust. Mobile enough to reach or adjust to Mike linebacker coming downhill to ride him out of the play, also used on pulls and traps. Goes out to help his tackles instead of standing around inside when uncovered. Widens his base and mirrors in one-on-one pass pro when engaged. Lines up at left guard on occasion. Gets down for cut blocks on the line and when cutting off backside pursuit. Finishes plays, will clean up piles through the whistle if needed.

WEAKNESSES: Tall for a center, often needs to bend at the waist instead of relying on his length and feet to redirect in pass pro or make late blocks to help his guards. Not a dominating player in spite of his size, better linemen shed or slip off his blocks. Can be out-quicked in pass protection when one-on-one at guard where open space becomes more of an issue. Usually a reliable on shotguns, but speedy tackles can make him send back low snaps.

NFL COMPARISON: Ryan Cook

BOTTOM LINE: Though he’s taller than the average center prospect, Pocic’s intelligence, mobility and durability (26 straight starts in 2010-11) makes him a strong mid-round prospect for teams relying heavily on zone-blocking schemes.