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Originally Posted by Saccopoo
...then they found something in his game that indicates that he'll have trouble transitioning to the next level. They guy doesn't have the best fundamentals (shoulder pad tackles virtually everytime), has a potential question mark about a lingering shoulder situation, and his numbers in his junior year took a nose dive - at least in comparison to his freshman and sophomore stats. (And yes, I understand that he played up this season rather than being a ball hawk, but his tackle numbers were the same, his sacks went to zero and his interceptions were cut substantially.) He doesn't possess ideal size, especially for the next level. He could be Ed Reed based on his athleticism and passion for the game. He could be Bob Sanders - passion for the game, but because of the size, he can't stay healthy and on the field. He could be just another guy that ends up at the nickle if he doesn't learn to wrap up or can't handle the size of modern NFL tight ends and the like.
He's a stud and has potential, but it's not like he's a slam dunk.
Besides, he's a safety. He won't be put on an island, and is a support position player for the run and pass. Last line of defense, but he's not the first line of defense. People bitch about taking offensive linemen in the first round, but yet are okay with a safety in the top five? That position defines the concept of "you can get quality players for that position later in the draft."
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Berry is a once-in-ten-years type prospect at his position.
There's a Russell Okung every damn year in this draft. Okung is nothing spectacular or special. I'd say grab the playmaker.