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Ok boys this is most likely going to be my final mock draft before the draft. So lets get to it
2.37 JuJu Smith-Schuster WR USC (Will start along w/ Woods from day 1)
OVERVIEW
John "JuJu" Smith-Schuster (he officially changed his last name to honor his stepfather) took the mantle of the next great Trojan receiver immediately upon arriving on campus. A 12-game starter and second-team All-Pac-12 all-purpose selection, Smith-Schuster caught 54 passes for 724 yards and five scores, and also returned kicks for USC as a true freshman. He and quarterback Cody Kessler (2016 third-round pick of the Cleveland Browns) continued their partnership in his sophomore year, helping him attain first-team all-conference and second-team Associated Press All-American honors (89-1,454-10). Smith-Schuster has fought through injuries throughout the past few years, missing time in his senior year of high school, breaking his hand in 2015 (though he didn't miss action), and injuring his back during his junior year. That injury lowered his numbers (70-914, 10 scores), though he still received second-team all-conference recognition from league coaches.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Outstanding size and a very available target. Shows no concern working over the middle. Known for his competitive spirit and alpha demeanor. Hyper-aware of defenders around him in space. Works back to the ball as aggressively as he needs to when defenders are attempting to ball-hawk. Searches and sinks into the optimal openings against zone coverage. Plays to his size and has plus route strength. Shows effective uses of frame to shield cornerbacks from contested catches. Plucks it way out front of his body with strong, confident hands. Tremendous ball tracker with ability to search, find and follow the pass in over his shoulder. Has body control to twist and contort in mid-air to pull the throw in. Plays with sideline awareness and consistently drops feet in-bounds on boundary catches. Rugged, aggressive runner after the catch with a stiff-arm to hurt feelings. Has field vision after catch for maximum YAC yardage. Reliable blocker who can help spring a big run. Able to sustain blocks with power.
WEAKNESSES
Needs to get better at freeing himself at the break point of his routes. Doesn't seem to get cornerbacks tilting with his routes. Missing the sudden acceleration out of his cuts to generate separation and an easy throwing window. Contested catches will have to be a big part of his future. Rarely shows a second gear to run under the deep throws. Will coast when turning to find deep ball rather than maintaining play speed. Off-man corners may squat on underneath routes if they don't fear his vertical speed. Can be slow to release against press coverage. Plays with a delayed open to the quarterback on his comeback routes. Will need to pay better attention to his angles as a blocker. Eight of his ten touchdowns this season came in three games.
SOURCES TELL US
"He has a mom and stepdad who keep him grounded. His passion and enthusiasm are second to none and he absolutely loves football. He came in as a safety and probably could have gone pro as a safety as well if he had stayed there." - Former USC assistant coach
NFL COMPARISON
Anquan Boldin
BOTTOM LINE
Smith-Schuster will get dinged for his lack of speed and separation but he reminds me of Anquan Boldin with his strong hands, physical approach and ability to win the combat catches. JuJu is missing some of the speed traits teams want from their WR1, but he could become a high-volume, possession target with the size to win some 50/50 throws down the field. Teams who have a speed merchant at one spot would be wise to take a look at Smith-Schuster as a physical counterpart.-Lance Zierlein
3.69 Sidney Jones CB Washington (red shirt starting CB 2018, could replace Tru Johnson. Jones Talent is massive)
The Huskies' defense is full of NFL talent, but Jones could be the highest-rated of them all. Washington has made a living recruiting out of California, and this Golden State native was almost an instant starter as a freshman (he started 12 of 13 games, two interceptions, seven pass break-ups). As a sophomore, league coaches named his first team all-conference after he led the Pac-12 with 14 pass break-ups in addition to picking off four passes and forcing three fumbles. While not knocking away as many passes in 2016 (six, also three INT), Jones was a first-team All-Pac 12 pick for the conference champions.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Competes all over the field. Doesn't play pitty-pat with his jam from press. Throws stiff lead right into the shoulder of receivers like a boxer. Maximizes contact with receivers within first five yards. Eyes are top notch. Balances between quarterback's eyes and his man from all off coverages. Ready to close on throws anywhere near his area. Route magnet. Pattern anticipation allows him to map receivers path and undercut route. Prioritizes ball over man and attacks catch point with slaps and rips. Has nine career interceptions and got a hand on 21.3 percent of balls thrown his way over last two seasons. Early ball tracker with length and leaping to attack the high point. Mirrors receiver acceleration out of their breaks. Twitchy feet for click-and-close transitions and instant change of direction from shuffle technique. Solid recovery quickness.
WEAKNESSES
Tore his Achilles tendon at his pro day which will require an extensive rehab process. Carries slender frame. Needs to add upper body strength in preparation for NFL size. Was jostled around by JuJu Schuster-Smith out of press coverage and at the top of the route. Scouts like his quickness but worry about his ability to carry speed down the field. Gets impatient from press. Loses positioning by reaching and lunging to get hands on receiver rather than letting the release come to him. Can still improve his transition footwork. Fights his hips a little when flipping to change direction in open field. Physical receivers can wall him out of tackle action in run support.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 2-3
SOURCES TELL US
"I think he picked up all of (Marcus) Peters' good traits as a player without the personality defects. He marries that great FBI (football intelligence) with an explosive close-out and that will win in the pros just like it wins in college. You will always wish he was 198 pounds, but he won't be." -- NFC East regional scout
NFL COMPARISON
Marcus Peters
BOTTOM LINE
Jones is a "casino cornerback" who has the ball skills and instincts to tilt the odds in his favor when quarterbacks look his way. His toughness and desire to make plays on the ball are remarkably similar to his friend and off-season workout buddy, Marcus Peters. Jones has lockdown corner talent but unfortunately, teams will have to wrestle with his draft positioning as there is no guarantee that Jones can come back with the same quickness and speed as before.-Lance Zierlein
4.112 Nico Siragusa LOG (Stud LOG prospect who I believe will start from day 1. Plug & Play. Goff gets OL weapon to protect him! End of Story imho)
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NICO SIRAGUSA
OG SAN DIEGO ST.
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OVERVIEW
No, Nico is not related to Tony Siragusa. But the fact that people are asking that question means he's gotten on the college football radar with his outstanding play up front. The third-team Associated Press All-American started every game as a senior, earning first-team All Mountain West honors for the second straight year. In fact, Siragusa started all 41 games over the past three years at left guard for the Aztecs, one big reason Donnel Pumphrey set the NCAA career rushing record. Siragusa started the opener of his redshirt freshman season at right guard, as well, before playing behind the veterans the rest of the year.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Compact, girthy frame with thickly muscled arms. Low center of gravity with adequate hip bend to unlock power. Strong core. Able to scoop under defenders and root them out. Drive blocker with strength to win individual battles. Better-than-expected maneuverability when asked to pull. Able to redirect his weight. Has anchor to pass-set at shallow depths and handle bull rushers. Showed a little more nasty in his game as a senior than he did in junior season. Great in the locker room and well liked.
WEAKNESSES
Labors coming out of stance. Tends to pop upright and is delayed in his lateral movements. Reach blocks and cut-off blocks on middle linebackers are mission impossible. Hands are a little slow with inconsistent placement. Impatient with punch and will get caught lunging. Has to work to keep weight balanced in pass sets. Unable to punch and mirror, allowing active rushers a pathway to his edge.
SOURCES TELL US
"I like him a lot. I don't see a lot of drop-off between him and Josh Garnett from last year." -- NFC West Coast scout
NFL COMPARISON
Chris Kemoeatu um yes please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BOTTOM LINE
Three-year starter with a penchant for power, but lacking the functional lateral movement to do consistent work outside of his phone booth. Has an NFL-ready frame with the ability to open holes for the running back but will likely appeal to power teams only. Pass protection could be a recurring issue early in his career.-Lance Zierlein
4.141 Eddie Vanderdoes DT UCLA (Borrowed From @jrry32)
DT
EDDIE VANDERDOES (DL rotation guy adds great depth and future starter)
UCLA PAC-12
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Rated as a five-star recruit from Auburn, California, Vanderdoes started his career with the Bruins like gangbusters. He played all 13 games, starting seven, in his first year at Westwood, garnering honorable mention All-Pac-12 and Freshman All-American honors (39 tackles, 4.5 for loss). Vanderdoes was an honorable mention pick again in 2014, starting 12 times and racking up 50 tackles, 5.5 for loss and two sacks. He was off to a great start as a junior, making eight tackles, two for loss, in the opener but suffered a torn left ACL during the game and had to redshirt. Vanderdoes returned to start 12 times in 2016, earning honorable mention All-Pac-12 recognition for the third time in his career (28 stops, 1.5 behind the line of scrimmage).
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
His lone 2015 contest (vs. Virginia) showed off his enormous talent. His body type belies his surprising athleticism. Solid functional lateral movement and change of direction. Able to spin out of blocks with quick feet. Gives good chase along backside. Booming power in his hands to tilt rep in his favor after initial punch. Explodes hips into contact to dislodge blockers Has strength and ability to play nose tackle or three-technique. Can two-gap. Gets inside arm under and rag dolls move blocks to challenge cutback lanes. Grows roots against double teams and fights to split them rather than trying to survive. Brings toughness and edge to the workplace. Better rush potential than numbers indicate. Has strength to walk interior linemen back in the pocket.
WEAKNESSES
Missed almost entire 2015 season with torn ACL and he didn't seem to bounce all the way back in 2016. Carries weight poorly in his upper body and especially midsection. Came into season with additional weight. Needs to eliminate 15-20 pounds to play at an optimal level. A little slow in reaction time off snap. Gets behind against move blocks and will often play from backside rather than play-side. Pad level rises after initial stages of rep. Needs to improve conditioning. Has to keep weight down and get full mobility back. Despite his ability, sack production has lagged behind.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Rounds 3-4
SOURCES TELL US
"He was a big-time recruit and he really looked the part in 2014 and in the one game he played in 2015. He flashed this year but he just wasn't the same guy. I want to project him as a healthy player but if he keeps playing this heavy we may never see the same player from before even if he is fully healthy." - AFC west coast scout
NFL COMPARISON
Ahtyba Rubin
BOTTOM LINE
Any evaluation of Vanderdoes is incomplete until studying 2014 and the Virginia game of 2015, but balancing that tape against his 2016 body of work will be the challenge. He's athletic and powerful, but his weight and health of his knee could be a concern. He has the talent to become a disruptive, productive starter if his body bounces back to his earlier form. If not, he's still a solid rotational defensive tackle.-Lance Zierlein
5.149 Michael Roberts TE (A blocking TE that will catch everything w/ massive hands. Good balance to pair w/ highbee)
TE
MICHAEL ROBERTS
TOLEDO MID-AMERICAN
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Toledo's 2016 first-team All-Mac tight end did not have it easy growing up. His father spent time in jail, and he was suspended from elementary school a few times until it was discovered he had a speech impediment and attention deficit disorder. Once that was under control, Roberts did well in high school, though his grades prevented him from receiving a scholarship. He also lost his grandmother to cancer and a younger brother to an accidental shooting. Roberts made his own way as a college student at Toledo, eventually getting eligible to play for the Golden Rockets. He played in five games as a reserve in 2013 (no catches) and nine contests the next year, seeing a bit more playing time (4-65, two TD). Coaches began relying on him in his junior year, starting him once in 12 games (21-234, four TD). As a senior, Roberts became quarterback Logan Woodside's favorite red zone target, scoring 16 times (sixth-most in the FBS) on 45 receptions that covered 533 yards.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
When he catches the ball, it matters. Has had over 80 percent of his career catches go for first downs and this season saw 35.5 percent of his catches go for touchdowns (16). Big target with gigantic hands. Quick to open and find the ball on stop routes. Plus body control to adjust and clamp down on throws outside his frame. Will continue to probe and adjust for openings against zone coverage. Very capable run blocker. Operates from strong base and utilizes lengths well. Sinks hips to brace up and neutralize defensive ends with leverage and uses hips and shoulder turn to steer out of the play. Has experience blocking from in-line and from wing spot.
WEAKNESSES
Comes out of a knock-kneed stance from line of scrimmage. Upright short strider into routes. Gradual gear down into his breaks. Tight at the top of his route. Rolls through his cuts to create momentum for his separation. Angles up to linebackers as blocker will need work. Overshoots targets and allows them to make plays underneath his block. Needs blocks to be right in front of him. Too many misses in space.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 5-6
BOTTOM LINE
One season of "wow" production, but has NFL size and length. Roberts' tape shows inconsistent effort from a blocking standpoint, but it also shows the strength and ability to handle those chores on the next level. He should be a functional receiver target as well and could come in as a third tight end with the ability to work his way up the ladder.-Lance Zierlein
6.190 Chase Roullier OC (Will be our Centre of the future)
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OVERVIEW
Great Plains schools like Wyoming, North Dakota State, etc. have made their living finding offensive linemen in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. Rouiller matriculated from Burnsville High School to Cheyenne as a first-team all-state pick and an All-Metro selection by the Star-Tribune. He began showing off his versatility by starting the final three games of his redshirt freshman season at center and guard. Coaches kept him at the left guard spot over the next two seasons, and he started all 24 games, earning honorable mention All-Mountain West honors in 2014 and second-team all-conference in 2015. Roullier then moved to center for his final season, garnering first-team all-conference accolades by snapping the ball to and protecting quarterback Josh Allen and blocking for star back Brian Hill. That group helped his team reach the 2016 Mountain West Championship Game.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Thick lower body with big calves and thighs. Body is built to anchor. Well-schooled and technically sound. Dips and strikes opponent with upward blow from his hips at point of attack. Bends better than expected and unlocks his leverage potential. Gritty worker who uses body control and hand strength to sustain blocks. Generates momentum into down blocks and fork-lifts defensive tackles off their spots. Good power as drive blocker, but functional in space as well. Has starting experience at both guard and center. Plays to and after whistle. Physical and tough.
WEAKNESSES
Short arms will force him to work overtime for his NFL blocks. Wasn't challenged enough by NFL-caliber power in conference. Below average snap-to-step initial movement. May lack foot quickness to handle penetrating 1-techniques as center. Can improve balance in pass protection. Has to play with better awareness and instincts against twists. Gets caught up on first twister and can be slow to pick up the looper into his gap.
SOURCES TELL US
"I took a quick peek at him and he's interesting because he finds ways to stay on top of his blocks. That's hard for short arm guys to do but he does a pretty good job of it. I guess we'll find out more about him at the Shrine (Game) practices." - NFC offensive line coach
BOTTOM LINE
Lack of length will hurt his cause for some teams, but his ability to handle both guard and center duties should add to his overall draft standing. Roullier is a power-based run-blocker who plays with good leg drive and leverage to open running lanes. He could struggle to handle athletic interior linemen, but should still appeal to teams looking for a scheme flexible, power player in the later rounds.-Lance Zierlein
6.220 Isaiah Ford WR (With time can be a #3 wr w/ speed to attack all 3 zones short/mid/Long)
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Even though Ford averaged 37 points a game as a high school basketball star, football called his name. Virginia Tech signed the Jacksonville native, and played him immediately as a freshman. Ford earned honorable mention All-ACC honors that year, leading the team in receptions (56), receiving yards (709), and receiving touchdowns (six). His sophomore year was even better, as the first-team all-conference pick set school records in each of the major categories (75-1,164, 11 scores). The production was maintained in a second-team All-ACC 2016 season, with 79 catches, 1,094 yards and seven scores.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Superb athlete with good height. Able to shake press coverage with quick jab step and sudden burst. Feet look spring-loaded underneath. Features big acceleration out of his breaks and is able to create easy throwing windows on slants and crossing routes. Varies route speed to disguise his intentions. Chomps up cushion with his speed and stems defenders into off-balance transitions and false steps. Sustains vertical danger throughout his routes. Can get up and over cornerbacks without appearance of much effort. Tracks the deep ball and has ball skills to finish. Works back to underthrown passes and is able to contort in mid-air to make the catch.
WEAKNESSES
Thin frame needs weight for greater functional strength. Can be redirected off route by force. Will sit and wait too long on throws. Needs to shield throws from defender. Can be late adjusting to off-target throws. Average hand strength as pass catcher. Has speed, but lacks elusiveness after the catch. Lacks instincts for the position. Gets open with speed and quickness rather than being route-savvy. Physicality and athleticism of NFL cornerbacks will take adjustment time. Positional run blocker who can be thrown out of the way by aggressive cornerbacks.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 4-5
NFL COMPARISON
Justin Hunter
BOTTOM LINE
Tall but thin, Ford uses his suddenness to uncover on all three levels and his speed to climb over the top and stress defenses vertically. His play strength is concerning as NFL cornerbacks will consistently challenge him off the line of scrimmage. He also has to prove he can be effective when facing zone coverage. He has the height and speed to be a deep-ball menace in the right scheme, but he has a little lower floor than some Day 2 receiver prospects in this draft.
7.226 Marcus Eligwe (ILB) adds depth
Ukeme ILGWU
Inside LineBacker
SCHOOL: GEORGIA SOUTHERN | CONFERENCE: SUN BELT
HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6-1.5 / 235 | 40: 4.57 | DRAFT YR:2017
Rankings
GRADE
2.99
PROJECTED ROUND
FA
Bio:
First-year starter who was named Honorable Mention All-Sun Belt in 2016 after leading Georgia Southern with 9.5 tackles for loss and three forced fumbles. Also posted 104 tackles, 2.5 sacks and one interception. Sat out the 2015 season after transferring from Florida State. Suffered a Lisfranc injury that forced him to miss the start of the 2014 season and was then suspended by the Seminoles for a violation of team rules.
Pos:
Florida State transfer who made a major impact at Georgia Southern last season. Athletic, fast in every direction and chases the action hard. Gives effort, plays while injured and effectively makes tackles in space. Displays good lateral speed, gets depth on pass drops and shows a large degree of quickness in his game. Easily changes direction, flows well laterally and hits hard. Wraps up tackling and brings opponents down at the point of attack. Gets depth on pass drops and remains disciplined with assignments.
Neg:
Hesitant and displays marginal instincts. Average ball skills in coverage.
Analysis:
Eligwe is an athletic linebacker prospect with terrific speed. He must improve his play in coverage but has enough ability to get consideration as a backup inside linebacker in a 3-4 alignment.
PressureD41 Thoughts post draft:
I think I put the finishing touches along the OL w/ Nico & Chase. These two guys will protect Goff and maul for Gurley. Added a starting WR in Rd 2 and stayed local to boot!. Added a #1 CB in Sidney Jones Medical report sounds promising also. Added a TE to pair w/ Highbee. I let the draft come to me.
Thoughts, Was it good, bad or Ugly???
2.37 JuJu Smith-Schuster WR USC (Will start along w/ Woods from day 1)
OVERVIEW
John "JuJu" Smith-Schuster (he officially changed his last name to honor his stepfather) took the mantle of the next great Trojan receiver immediately upon arriving on campus. A 12-game starter and second-team All-Pac-12 all-purpose selection, Smith-Schuster caught 54 passes for 724 yards and five scores, and also returned kicks for USC as a true freshman. He and quarterback Cody Kessler (2016 third-round pick of the Cleveland Browns) continued their partnership in his sophomore year, helping him attain first-team all-conference and second-team Associated Press All-American honors (89-1,454-10). Smith-Schuster has fought through injuries throughout the past few years, missing time in his senior year of high school, breaking his hand in 2015 (though he didn't miss action), and injuring his back during his junior year. That injury lowered his numbers (70-914, 10 scores), though he still received second-team all-conference recognition from league coaches.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Outstanding size and a very available target. Shows no concern working over the middle. Known for his competitive spirit and alpha demeanor. Hyper-aware of defenders around him in space. Works back to the ball as aggressively as he needs to when defenders are attempting to ball-hawk. Searches and sinks into the optimal openings against zone coverage. Plays to his size and has plus route strength. Shows effective uses of frame to shield cornerbacks from contested catches. Plucks it way out front of his body with strong, confident hands. Tremendous ball tracker with ability to search, find and follow the pass in over his shoulder. Has body control to twist and contort in mid-air to pull the throw in. Plays with sideline awareness and consistently drops feet in-bounds on boundary catches. Rugged, aggressive runner after the catch with a stiff-arm to hurt feelings. Has field vision after catch for maximum YAC yardage. Reliable blocker who can help spring a big run. Able to sustain blocks with power.
WEAKNESSES
Needs to get better at freeing himself at the break point of his routes. Doesn't seem to get cornerbacks tilting with his routes. Missing the sudden acceleration out of his cuts to generate separation and an easy throwing window. Contested catches will have to be a big part of his future. Rarely shows a second gear to run under the deep throws. Will coast when turning to find deep ball rather than maintaining play speed. Off-man corners may squat on underneath routes if they don't fear his vertical speed. Can be slow to release against press coverage. Plays with a delayed open to the quarterback on his comeback routes. Will need to pay better attention to his angles as a blocker. Eight of his ten touchdowns this season came in three games.
SOURCES TELL US
"He has a mom and stepdad who keep him grounded. His passion and enthusiasm are second to none and he absolutely loves football. He came in as a safety and probably could have gone pro as a safety as well if he had stayed there." - Former USC assistant coach
NFL COMPARISON
Anquan Boldin
BOTTOM LINE
Smith-Schuster will get dinged for his lack of speed and separation but he reminds me of Anquan Boldin with his strong hands, physical approach and ability to win the combat catches. JuJu is missing some of the speed traits teams want from their WR1, but he could become a high-volume, possession target with the size to win some 50/50 throws down the field. Teams who have a speed merchant at one spot would be wise to take a look at Smith-Schuster as a physical counterpart.-Lance Zierlein
3.69 Sidney Jones CB Washington (red shirt starting CB 2018, could replace Tru Johnson. Jones Talent is massive)
- 6'0"HEIGHT
- 31 1/2"ARM LENGTH
- 186LBS.WEIGHT
- 9 3/8"HANDS
The Huskies' defense is full of NFL talent, but Jones could be the highest-rated of them all. Washington has made a living recruiting out of California, and this Golden State native was almost an instant starter as a freshman (he started 12 of 13 games, two interceptions, seven pass break-ups). As a sophomore, league coaches named his first team all-conference after he led the Pac-12 with 14 pass break-ups in addition to picking off four passes and forcing three fumbles. While not knocking away as many passes in 2016 (six, also three INT), Jones was a first-team All-Pac 12 pick for the conference champions.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Competes all over the field. Doesn't play pitty-pat with his jam from press. Throws stiff lead right into the shoulder of receivers like a boxer. Maximizes contact with receivers within first five yards. Eyes are top notch. Balances between quarterback's eyes and his man from all off coverages. Ready to close on throws anywhere near his area. Route magnet. Pattern anticipation allows him to map receivers path and undercut route. Prioritizes ball over man and attacks catch point with slaps and rips. Has nine career interceptions and got a hand on 21.3 percent of balls thrown his way over last two seasons. Early ball tracker with length and leaping to attack the high point. Mirrors receiver acceleration out of their breaks. Twitchy feet for click-and-close transitions and instant change of direction from shuffle technique. Solid recovery quickness.
WEAKNESSES
Tore his Achilles tendon at his pro day which will require an extensive rehab process. Carries slender frame. Needs to add upper body strength in preparation for NFL size. Was jostled around by JuJu Schuster-Smith out of press coverage and at the top of the route. Scouts like his quickness but worry about his ability to carry speed down the field. Gets impatient from press. Loses positioning by reaching and lunging to get hands on receiver rather than letting the release come to him. Can still improve his transition footwork. Fights his hips a little when flipping to change direction in open field. Physical receivers can wall him out of tackle action in run support.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 2-3
SOURCES TELL US
"I think he picked up all of (Marcus) Peters' good traits as a player without the personality defects. He marries that great FBI (football intelligence) with an explosive close-out and that will win in the pros just like it wins in college. You will always wish he was 198 pounds, but he won't be." -- NFC East regional scout
NFL COMPARISON
Marcus Peters
BOTTOM LINE
Jones is a "casino cornerback" who has the ball skills and instincts to tilt the odds in his favor when quarterbacks look his way. His toughness and desire to make plays on the ball are remarkably similar to his friend and off-season workout buddy, Marcus Peters. Jones has lockdown corner talent but unfortunately, teams will have to wrestle with his draft positioning as there is no guarantee that Jones can come back with the same quickness and speed as before.-Lance Zierlein
4.112 Nico Siragusa LOG (Stud LOG prospect who I believe will start from day 1. Plug & Play. Goff gets OL weapon to protect him! End of Story imho)
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NICO SIRAGUSA
OG SAN DIEGO ST.
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- 5.35 SEC
- 28 REPS
Top Performer - 32.0 INCH
Top Performer - 110.0 INCH
Top Performer - 7.71 SEC
- 4.56 SEC
Top Performer
- 6'4"HEIGHT
- 33 1/2"ARM LENGTH
- 319LBS.WEIGHT
- 10 5/8"HANDS
OVERVIEW
No, Nico is not related to Tony Siragusa. But the fact that people are asking that question means he's gotten on the college football radar with his outstanding play up front. The third-team Associated Press All-American started every game as a senior, earning first-team All Mountain West honors for the second straight year. In fact, Siragusa started all 41 games over the past three years at left guard for the Aztecs, one big reason Donnel Pumphrey set the NCAA career rushing record. Siragusa started the opener of his redshirt freshman season at right guard, as well, before playing behind the veterans the rest of the year.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Compact, girthy frame with thickly muscled arms. Low center of gravity with adequate hip bend to unlock power. Strong core. Able to scoop under defenders and root them out. Drive blocker with strength to win individual battles. Better-than-expected maneuverability when asked to pull. Able to redirect his weight. Has anchor to pass-set at shallow depths and handle bull rushers. Showed a little more nasty in his game as a senior than he did in junior season. Great in the locker room and well liked.
WEAKNESSES
Labors coming out of stance. Tends to pop upright and is delayed in his lateral movements. Reach blocks and cut-off blocks on middle linebackers are mission impossible. Hands are a little slow with inconsistent placement. Impatient with punch and will get caught lunging. Has to work to keep weight balanced in pass sets. Unable to punch and mirror, allowing active rushers a pathway to his edge.
SOURCES TELL US
"I like him a lot. I don't see a lot of drop-off between him and Josh Garnett from last year." -- NFC West Coast scout
NFL COMPARISON
Chris Kemoeatu um yes please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BOTTOM LINE
Three-year starter with a penchant for power, but lacking the functional lateral movement to do consistent work outside of his phone booth. Has an NFL-ready frame with the ability to open holes for the running back but will likely appeal to power teams only. Pass protection could be a recurring issue early in his career.-Lance Zierlein
4.141 Eddie Vanderdoes DT UCLA (Borrowed From @jrry32)
DT
EDDIE VANDERDOES (DL rotation guy adds great depth and future starter)
UCLA PAC-12
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- 4.99 SEC
- 28 REPS
- 28.5 INCH
- 111.0 INCH
- 7.69 SEC
- 4.39 SEC
- 6'3"HEIGHT
- 33 1/8"ARM LENGTH
- 305LBS.WEIGHT
- 10 5/8"HANDS
Rated as a five-star recruit from Auburn, California, Vanderdoes started his career with the Bruins like gangbusters. He played all 13 games, starting seven, in his first year at Westwood, garnering honorable mention All-Pac-12 and Freshman All-American honors (39 tackles, 4.5 for loss). Vanderdoes was an honorable mention pick again in 2014, starting 12 times and racking up 50 tackles, 5.5 for loss and two sacks. He was off to a great start as a junior, making eight tackles, two for loss, in the opener but suffered a torn left ACL during the game and had to redshirt. Vanderdoes returned to start 12 times in 2016, earning honorable mention All-Pac-12 recognition for the third time in his career (28 stops, 1.5 behind the line of scrimmage).
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
His lone 2015 contest (vs. Virginia) showed off his enormous talent. His body type belies his surprising athleticism. Solid functional lateral movement and change of direction. Able to spin out of blocks with quick feet. Gives good chase along backside. Booming power in his hands to tilt rep in his favor after initial punch. Explodes hips into contact to dislodge blockers Has strength and ability to play nose tackle or three-technique. Can two-gap. Gets inside arm under and rag dolls move blocks to challenge cutback lanes. Grows roots against double teams and fights to split them rather than trying to survive. Brings toughness and edge to the workplace. Better rush potential than numbers indicate. Has strength to walk interior linemen back in the pocket.
WEAKNESSES
Missed almost entire 2015 season with torn ACL and he didn't seem to bounce all the way back in 2016. Carries weight poorly in his upper body and especially midsection. Came into season with additional weight. Needs to eliminate 15-20 pounds to play at an optimal level. A little slow in reaction time off snap. Gets behind against move blocks and will often play from backside rather than play-side. Pad level rises after initial stages of rep. Needs to improve conditioning. Has to keep weight down and get full mobility back. Despite his ability, sack production has lagged behind.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Rounds 3-4
SOURCES TELL US
"He was a big-time recruit and he really looked the part in 2014 and in the one game he played in 2015. He flashed this year but he just wasn't the same guy. I want to project him as a healthy player but if he keeps playing this heavy we may never see the same player from before even if he is fully healthy." - AFC west coast scout
NFL COMPARISON
Ahtyba Rubin
BOTTOM LINE
Any evaluation of Vanderdoes is incomplete until studying 2014 and the Virginia game of 2015, but balancing that tape against his 2016 body of work will be the challenge. He's athletic and powerful, but his weight and health of his knee could be a concern. He has the talent to become a disruptive, productive starter if his body bounces back to his earlier form. If not, he's still a solid rotational defensive tackle.-Lance Zierlein
5.149 Michael Roberts TE (A blocking TE that will catch everything w/ massive hands. Good balance to pair w/ highbee)
TE
MICHAEL ROBERTS
TOLEDO MID-AMERICAN
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- 4.86 SEC
- 30.0 INCH
- 110.0 INCH
- 7.05 SEC
Top Performer - 4.51 SEC
- 6'4"HEIGHT
- 33"ARM LENGTH
- 270LBS.WEIGHT
- 11 1/2"HANDS
Toledo's 2016 first-team All-Mac tight end did not have it easy growing up. His father spent time in jail, and he was suspended from elementary school a few times until it was discovered he had a speech impediment and attention deficit disorder. Once that was under control, Roberts did well in high school, though his grades prevented him from receiving a scholarship. He also lost his grandmother to cancer and a younger brother to an accidental shooting. Roberts made his own way as a college student at Toledo, eventually getting eligible to play for the Golden Rockets. He played in five games as a reserve in 2013 (no catches) and nine contests the next year, seeing a bit more playing time (4-65, two TD). Coaches began relying on him in his junior year, starting him once in 12 games (21-234, four TD). As a senior, Roberts became quarterback Logan Woodside's favorite red zone target, scoring 16 times (sixth-most in the FBS) on 45 receptions that covered 533 yards.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
When he catches the ball, it matters. Has had over 80 percent of his career catches go for first downs and this season saw 35.5 percent of his catches go for touchdowns (16). Big target with gigantic hands. Quick to open and find the ball on stop routes. Plus body control to adjust and clamp down on throws outside his frame. Will continue to probe and adjust for openings against zone coverage. Very capable run blocker. Operates from strong base and utilizes lengths well. Sinks hips to brace up and neutralize defensive ends with leverage and uses hips and shoulder turn to steer out of the play. Has experience blocking from in-line and from wing spot.
WEAKNESSES
Comes out of a knock-kneed stance from line of scrimmage. Upright short strider into routes. Gradual gear down into his breaks. Tight at the top of his route. Rolls through his cuts to create momentum for his separation. Angles up to linebackers as blocker will need work. Overshoots targets and allows them to make plays underneath his block. Needs blocks to be right in front of him. Too many misses in space.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 5-6
BOTTOM LINE
One season of "wow" production, but has NFL size and length. Roberts' tape shows inconsistent effort from a blocking standpoint, but it also shows the strength and ability to handle those chores on the next level. He should be a functional receiver target as well and could come in as a third tight end with the ability to work his way up the ladder.-Lance Zierlein
6.190 Chase Roullier OC (Will be our Centre of the future)
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- 5.54 SEC
- 19 REPS
- 26.5 INCH
- 97.0 INCH
- 7.60 SEC
- 4.47 SEC
Top Performer
- 6'4"HEIGHT
- 32 1/4"ARM LENGTH
- 312LBS.WEIGHT
- 9 1/2"HANDS
OVERVIEW
Great Plains schools like Wyoming, North Dakota State, etc. have made their living finding offensive linemen in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. Rouiller matriculated from Burnsville High School to Cheyenne as a first-team all-state pick and an All-Metro selection by the Star-Tribune. He began showing off his versatility by starting the final three games of his redshirt freshman season at center and guard. Coaches kept him at the left guard spot over the next two seasons, and he started all 24 games, earning honorable mention All-Mountain West honors in 2014 and second-team all-conference in 2015. Roullier then moved to center for his final season, garnering first-team all-conference accolades by snapping the ball to and protecting quarterback Josh Allen and blocking for star back Brian Hill. That group helped his team reach the 2016 Mountain West Championship Game.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Thick lower body with big calves and thighs. Body is built to anchor. Well-schooled and technically sound. Dips and strikes opponent with upward blow from his hips at point of attack. Bends better than expected and unlocks his leverage potential. Gritty worker who uses body control and hand strength to sustain blocks. Generates momentum into down blocks and fork-lifts defensive tackles off their spots. Good power as drive blocker, but functional in space as well. Has starting experience at both guard and center. Plays to and after whistle. Physical and tough.
WEAKNESSES
Short arms will force him to work overtime for his NFL blocks. Wasn't challenged enough by NFL-caliber power in conference. Below average snap-to-step initial movement. May lack foot quickness to handle penetrating 1-techniques as center. Can improve balance in pass protection. Has to play with better awareness and instincts against twists. Gets caught up on first twister and can be slow to pick up the looper into his gap.
SOURCES TELL US
"I took a quick peek at him and he's interesting because he finds ways to stay on top of his blocks. That's hard for short arm guys to do but he does a pretty good job of it. I guess we'll find out more about him at the Shrine (Game) practices." - NFC offensive line coach
BOTTOM LINE
Lack of length will hurt his cause for some teams, but his ability to handle both guard and center duties should add to his overall draft standing. Roullier is a power-based run-blocker who plays with good leg drive and leverage to open running lanes. He could struggle to handle athletic interior linemen, but should still appeal to teams looking for a scheme flexible, power player in the later rounds.-Lance Zierlein
6.220 Isaiah Ford WR (With time can be a #3 wr w/ speed to attack all 3 zones short/mid/Long)
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- 4.61 SEC
- 14 REPS
- 35.5 INCH
- 127.0 INCH
- 6.94 SEC
- 4.34 SEC
- 6'1"HEIGHT
- 32 5/8"ARM LENGTH
- 194LBS.WEIGHT
- 9 1/4"HANDS
Even though Ford averaged 37 points a game as a high school basketball star, football called his name. Virginia Tech signed the Jacksonville native, and played him immediately as a freshman. Ford earned honorable mention All-ACC honors that year, leading the team in receptions (56), receiving yards (709), and receiving touchdowns (six). His sophomore year was even better, as the first-team all-conference pick set school records in each of the major categories (75-1,164, 11 scores). The production was maintained in a second-team All-ACC 2016 season, with 79 catches, 1,094 yards and seven scores.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Superb athlete with good height. Able to shake press coverage with quick jab step and sudden burst. Feet look spring-loaded underneath. Features big acceleration out of his breaks and is able to create easy throwing windows on slants and crossing routes. Varies route speed to disguise his intentions. Chomps up cushion with his speed and stems defenders into off-balance transitions and false steps. Sustains vertical danger throughout his routes. Can get up and over cornerbacks without appearance of much effort. Tracks the deep ball and has ball skills to finish. Works back to underthrown passes and is able to contort in mid-air to make the catch.
WEAKNESSES
Thin frame needs weight for greater functional strength. Can be redirected off route by force. Will sit and wait too long on throws. Needs to shield throws from defender. Can be late adjusting to off-target throws. Average hand strength as pass catcher. Has speed, but lacks elusiveness after the catch. Lacks instincts for the position. Gets open with speed and quickness rather than being route-savvy. Physicality and athleticism of NFL cornerbacks will take adjustment time. Positional run blocker who can be thrown out of the way by aggressive cornerbacks.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 4-5
NFL COMPARISON
Justin Hunter
BOTTOM LINE
Tall but thin, Ford uses his suddenness to uncover on all three levels and his speed to climb over the top and stress defenses vertically. His play strength is concerning as NFL cornerbacks will consistently challenge him off the line of scrimmage. He also has to prove he can be effective when facing zone coverage. He has the height and speed to be a deep-ball menace in the right scheme, but he has a little lower floor than some Day 2 receiver prospects in this draft.
7.226 Marcus Eligwe (ILB) adds depth
Ukeme ILGWU
Inside LineBacker
SCHOOL: GEORGIA SOUTHERN | CONFERENCE: SUN BELT
HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6-1.5 / 235 | 40: 4.57 | DRAFT YR:2017
Rankings
GRADE
2.99
PROJECTED ROUND
FA
Bio:
First-year starter who was named Honorable Mention All-Sun Belt in 2016 after leading Georgia Southern with 9.5 tackles for loss and three forced fumbles. Also posted 104 tackles, 2.5 sacks and one interception. Sat out the 2015 season after transferring from Florida State. Suffered a Lisfranc injury that forced him to miss the start of the 2014 season and was then suspended by the Seminoles for a violation of team rules.
Pos:
Florida State transfer who made a major impact at Georgia Southern last season. Athletic, fast in every direction and chases the action hard. Gives effort, plays while injured and effectively makes tackles in space. Displays good lateral speed, gets depth on pass drops and shows a large degree of quickness in his game. Easily changes direction, flows well laterally and hits hard. Wraps up tackling and brings opponents down at the point of attack. Gets depth on pass drops and remains disciplined with assignments.
Neg:
Hesitant and displays marginal instincts. Average ball skills in coverage.
Analysis:
Eligwe is an athletic linebacker prospect with terrific speed. He must improve his play in coverage but has enough ability to get consideration as a backup inside linebacker in a 3-4 alignment.
PressureD41 Thoughts post draft:
I think I put the finishing touches along the OL w/ Nico & Chase. These two guys will protect Goff and maul for Gurley. Added a starting WR in Rd 2 and stayed local to boot!. Added a #1 CB in Sidney Jones Medical report sounds promising also. Added a TE to pair w/ Highbee. I let the draft come to me.
Thoughts, Was it good, bad or Ugly???
