My draft wish...

[htismaqe]

Everybody has already talked about Marcus McNeil, I think he'd be an awesome pick, but...

The guy I really covet is Michael Huff from Texas. He's played both CB and S in college, but at 6'1", 205, I'd be looking at him to take over Greg Wesley's spot. He's an electric playmaker and has a real nose for the ball.

He looks like a guy that could go 6-7 picks ahead of us, but because of his tweener status, he could slip.

[jspchief]

I love Huff. I mentioned him in a draft thread I started a few weeks ago.

I just don't see any way he would make it to the 20th spot.

[Mr. Kotter]

Originally Posted by jspchief

I love Huff. I mentioned him in a draft thread I started a few weeks ago.

I just don't see any way he would make it to the 20th spot.

We were saying the same thing about DJ last year at this time....

[irishjayhawk]

Originally Posted by jspchief

I love Huff. I mentioned him in a draft thread I started a few weeks ago.

I just don't see any way he would make it to the 20th spot.

Yeah, but we all thought that about Johnson falling to the 15th. Maybe it can happen twice.

[nascher]

yes he is good nobody thought dj would make it to #15

[morphius]

Of course we would screw him up and make him a CB...

Just a guess though.

[Baby Lee]

My poem for htis

If you have tweener dreams,
you picked the right team.

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by Baby Lee

My poem for htis

If you have tweener dreams,
you picked the right team.

Honestly, I don't look at him as a traditional "tweener". I think he was moved around alot moreso because they couldn't figure out where NOT TO use him, rather than where TO use him.

He reminds me of Ed Reed. We need that.

[htismaqe]

I've seen Huff projected as high as 12th and as low as 23rd. I think the fact he moved around so much at least gives us a chance.

And for anyone wondering about defensive tackles, the only guy that I think fits what we need in the 1st round is Rod Wright and I have serious concerns about his attitude and work ethic.

[Herzig]

Mock you.

http://www.footballsfuture.com/2006/mock2006.html

[Herzig]

This one cracks me up

http://www.insidetheeagles.com/2006mockdraft.htm

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by Herzig

This one cracks me up

http://www.insidetheeagles.com/2006mockdraft.htm

A tight end...

Out of UCLA no less...

Appropriate...

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by Herzig

Mock you.

http://www.footballsfuture.com/2006/mock2006.html

My problem with Claude Wroten is that he's small, doesn't have the frame to add weight, and reportedly struggles with lower body strength. His biggest strength is 1-gap rushing the passer. He's a complimentary player and IMO, that's not what we need.

I look at Jacksonville with Henderson and Stroud. We have Henderson (Ryan Sims), we need Marcus Stroud.

[Herzig]

Originally Posted by htismaqe

My problem with Claude Wroten is that he's small, doesn't have the frame to add weight, and reportedly struggles with lower body strength. His biggest strength is 1-gap rushing the passer. He's a complimentary player and IMO, that's not what we need.

I look at Jacksonville with Henderson and Stroud. We have Henderson (Ryan Sims), we need Marcus Stroud.

How about this guy?

Jesse Mahelona DT 6’2 297 Tennessee
By: Robert Davis

Jesse Mahelona left Hawaii to play JuCo ball at Orange Coast College in California, and immediately made a name for himself. Despite playing only two games as a sophomore because of a broken ankle, he had every major program after him, and Tennessee won out for his services. As a junior in 2004, Mahelona made a major impact on the Vols interior line. He had 42 tackles with 18.5 of them for loss, and 5 sacks. Prior to this season, he was named to the Playboy All-American list.

Mahelona is the ideal 4-3 defensive tackle. He has a great burst off the line, and displays the ability to consistently penetrate the line. For a 300lber, he also shows great closing speed and the ability to chase down plays from behind. What makes Mahelona special is that he combines that penetration ability with great natural strength and the ability to hold his ground at the point of attack. While he is best suited for the 4-3, he could play in a 3-4 alignment on the edge.

Other than lacking ideal height for a defensive tackle, there isn’t a whole lot to knock in Mahelona’s game. He doesn’t have a great deal of experience, as he only played one season at JuCo before transferring to Tennessee.

There are a few defensive tackles near the top of the draft that could crack the Top 15. Mahelona has as good a shot as anyone to achieve that. For a team that wants someone to disrupt plays from the inside, Mahelona is the best tackle for them. But with a few other tackles that have better natural size, and they may be placed higher on some teams boards.

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by Herzig

How about this guy?

Jesse Mahelona DT 6’2 297 Tennessee
By: Robert Davis

Jesse Mahelona left Hawaii to play JuCo ball at Orange Coast College in California, and immediately made a name for himself. Despite playing only two games as a sophomore because of a broken ankle, he had every major program after him, and Tennessee won out for his services. As a junior in 2004, Mahelona made a major impact on the Vols interior line. He had 42 tackles with 18.5 of them for loss, and 5 sacks. Prior to this season, he was named to the Playboy All-American list.

Mahelona is the ideal 4-3 defensive tackle. He has a great burst off the line, and displays the ability to consistently penetrate the line. For a 300lber, he also shows great closing speed and the ability to chase down plays from behind. What makes Mahelona special is that he combines that penetration ability with great natural strength and the ability to hold his ground at the point of attack. While he is best suited for the 4-3, he could play in a 3-4 alignment on the edge.

Other than lacking ideal height for a defensive tackle, there isn’t a whole lot to knock in Mahelona’s game. He doesn’t have a great deal of experience, as he only played one season at JuCo before transferring to Tennessee.

There are a few defensive tackles near the top of the draft that could crack the Top 15. Mahelona has as good a shot as anyone to achieve that. For a team that wants someone to disrupt plays from the inside, Mahelona is the best tackle for them. But with a few other tackles that have better natural size, and they may be placed higher on some teams boards.

The only thing about Mahelona is mentioned in the last paragraph - his stock is all over the place right now. Could be a high 2nd-rounder, could be a 1st-rounder. His stock will get more clear after the comine I think.