Chiefs Mike Catapano reminds me of Jared Allen. - Page 3

Direckshun · 05-09-2013, 08:55 AM

Against the inferior competition of the Ivy League, sure (albeit an Ivy League where he racked up 12 sacks and was the league's DPOTY), but nonetheless.

Dismissing him because of his league would fit in with conventional wisdom, but we know that the best college passrushers are almost always (a.) prolific in their last year, (b.) have a good weight/speed/strength combo, and (c.) have a good wingspan, preferably 33" or longer.

Catapano was prolific last year with 12 sacks. 6'4", 271 lbs with 4.75 speed -- very nice. 33 reps, ridiculous. 33 3/4" arm length, more than adequate.

Plays a lot like Jared Allen. Not a lot of technique (was Allen ever a technique guy), total relentless mean streak. Combine that with his measurables, and we could be doing alright here.

**The Franchise** · 05-09-2013, 09:52 AM

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sarcasm

**** you.

DenverChief · 05-09-2013, 09:55 AM

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**** you.

BTW wingspan is equal to height so a guy with 33" arm length will typically be 66" in height = 5'6" which is no Bueno for a defensive lineman

DJ's left nut · 05-09-2013, 10:24 AM

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BTW wingspan is equal to height so a guy with 33" arm length will typically be 66" in height = 5'6" which is no Bueno for a defensive lineman

Sure.

If he doesn't have a torso.

nychief · 05-09-2013, 10:31 AM

Jared Allen is going to the Hall of Fame... Can we stop this shit?

Sandy Vagina · 05-09-2013, 10:32 AM

Was a big fan of Catapano as a prospect, so I like that KC picked him up. I wouldn't have been surprised if he'd been drafted much earlier. From other KC forums, it was stated that he will probably get first looks as a rush LB and some Nickel rusher at DE. I think eventually he may be asked to bulk up and be a Justin Smith type, if he impresses enough. Hope the kid turns into a quality starter someday.

DJ's left nut · 05-09-2013, 10:36 AM

He does seem like a better fit as a 4-3 guy, the more I watch of him.

Kyle Vanden Bosch?

**HemiEd** · 05-09-2013, 10:44 AM

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As a down lineman? Maybe.

He needs to be able to contribute this year. He's the closest thing we have to an investment in this draft class in passrushing.

Hali and Houston need support.

Is there a remote chance of him lining up at outside lber? He doesn't seem fast enough off of the snap to me, but I am just spitballing here.

mcaj22 · 05-09-2013, 10:45 AM

if we had ****ing Wallace Gilberry, like we should have if this team wasnt run by bumbling idiots, then we would never have to draft some raw scrub like this who is essentially a poor mans Gilberry.

this guy isnt contributing this year, he was a ****ing 7th round pick? Who is he going to be out at OLB? Zombo? Edgar Jones? Funny joke

Sorter · 05-09-2013, 11:01 AM

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My comment was more directed toward comparing this dude to an All Pro. We've already got a Black Wes and TD/Bo Jackson combo to look forward to.

Hey, we have a white Wes as well.

mcaj22 · 05-09-2013, 11:05 AM

remember when Cam Sheffield was suppose to be the next Osi Umenyiora because they went to the same school and played the same position

yea how did that homerism work out for you, about the same as trying to compare this nobody to Jared ****ing Allen I assume

Direckshun · 05-09-2013, 11:13 AM

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if we had ****ing Wallace Gilberry, like we should have if this team wasnt run by bumbling idiots, then we would never have to draft some raw scrub like this who is essentially a poor mans Gilberry.

Nonsense. Your late round draft picks are for acquiring the best talent you can, not for filling holes.

Pasta Little Brioni · 05-09-2013, 11:13 AM

Draft a guy with decent potential and pass rush skills in the 7th and people still bitch. This place is pathetic sometimes.

Direckshun · 05-09-2013, 11:14 AM

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remember when Cam Sheffield was suppose to be the next Osi Umenyiora because they went to the same school and played the same position

I don't think there was ever serious consideration that Sheffield was going to become Umenyiora.

Maybe you're remembering differently than I am.

Pasta Little Brioni · 05-09-2013, 11:16 AM

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I don't think there was ever serious consideration that Sheffield was going to become Umenyiora.

Maybe you're remembering differently than I am.

He's being a whiny bitch again like usual.

Direckshun · 05-09-2013, 11:16 AM

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He's being a whiny bitch again like usual.

I understand. That's his role these days.

But that doesn't mean the conversation can't continue.

05-09-2013, 08:55 AM
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4393447	Mike Catapano reminds me of Jared Allen. Against the inferior competition of the Ivy League, sure (albeit an Ivy League where he racked up 12 sacks and was the league's DPOTY), but nonetheless. Dismissing him because of his league would fit in with conventional wisdom, but we know that the best college passrushers are almost always (a.) prolific in their last year, (b.) have a good weight/speed/strength combo, and (c.) have a good wingspan, preferably 33" or longer. Catapano was prolific last year with 12 sacks. 6'4", 271 lbs with 4.75 speed -- very nice. 33 reps, ridiculous. 33 3/4" arm length, more than adequate. Plays a lot like Jared Allen. Not a lot of technique (was Allen ever a technique guy), total relentless mean streak. Combine that with his measurables, and we could be doing alright here.
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mcaj22 MVP Join Date: Feb 2010 Casino cash: $10014454	remember when Cam Sheffield was suppose to be the next Osi Umenyiora because they went to the same school and played the same position yea how did that homerism work out for you, about the same as trying to compare this nobody to Jared ****ing Allen I assume
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