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Originally Posted by KnowMo2724
Why does everyone on CP not like the idea of picking Ayers at #21? You guys always talk about how you want someone to play SOLB and this guy is the perfect fit...  |
Because there are a bunch of guys just like that who will be available later on. In addition, on the current roster, there is Studebaker, who was getting more and more reps as the season went on as well as Cameron Sheffield, who the coaching staff really liked. And I imagine that Pierre Walters will get some additional looks this next season as well. The guy is still on roster for a reason other than his prototype size (6'5", 259 lbs.).
With more pressing needs at OT and WR, to pick up a guy like Ayers who has marginal speed and rush capabilities would be a reach, especially when guys like Sam Acho, Chris Carter and Jabaal Sheard will be available from the second round and on. Then there's the next group of guys like Tom Keiser (who looks like a really solid potential 3-4 olb), Steve Friday and Jeremy Beal (who is much better on the field in pads than what he showed at the combine).
If Ayers had some explosiveness (like Aldon Smith) or strength (like Brooks Reed) or instincts (like last year's Brandon Spikes) that would give him an edge over other guys it would be one thing, but he is just "good" in all facets of the game and not great in anything. I think he's a solid player, but not superlative, and not worth a first rounder, especially to the Chiefs.