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BigChiefFan · 12-24-2008, 03:15 PM

I know some of us have been stating for a while now that Bradford would declare for the draft, contrary to what SOME would tell you. It's looking more and more like Bradford will put his name in the upcoming draft...

OU's Sam Bradford will consider NFL
BY JENNI CARLSON
Published: December 10, 2008

OU’s Sam Bradford hasn’t decided whether he will take his game to the NFL next season. PHOTO BY BRYAN TERRY, THE OKLAHOMAN

NORMAN — Sam Bradford isn’t shutting the door on the NFL.

The Oklahoma quarterback plans to consider every bit of information available about his NFL Draft prospects before making a decision.

"It’s something me and my dad talked about — in order to make a decision, in order to make the best decision, you need as much information as possible,” Bradford said Tuesday afternoon. "So whether it’s to stay or to go, we’ll see.”

A redshirt sophomore, Bradford would forego two years of eligibility if he decides to leave early.

Having talked to his parents and his position coach, Bradford wants to weigh his options before making his decision.

Bradford’s father, Kent, and Sooner quarterback coach Josh Heupel will take the lead in gathering information from NFL types. They can talk to scouts, coaches, even general managers. Those evaluations will be crucial.

Underclassmen must declare for the draft by Jan. 15.

"It’s going to be a process,” Bradford said. "Even if I think I know what I want to do right now, there’s kind of a need to get as much information as possible so that looking back on this decision years down the road you don’t regret anything because you didn’t go after the information needed to make the right decision.”

philfree · 12-24-2008, 04:19 PM

People have been comparing Bradford to Stafford the last couple months. What I want to know is how Bradford compares to Ryan and Flacco. Same for Stafford too.

PhilFree

BigChiefFan · 12-24-2008, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by KC Fish

No offense, but it really doesn't. It's a filler article reiterating the obvious fact that he still hasn't made a decision. I hope he does decide to declare.

Once his people start talking with the NFL afficianados, they'll declare-they just want the reassurance they are making the right decision and get the feedback straight from the horse's mouths.

BigChiefFan · 12-24-2008, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by philfree

People have been comparing Bradford to Stafford the last couple months. What I want to know is how Bradford compares to Ryan and Flacco. Same for Stafford too.

PhilFree

Stafford compares to Carson Palmer and Bradford compares to Eli Manning.

**Tribal Warfare** · 12-24-2008, 04:33 PM

You know what could be real funny if the Lions drafted Stafford then KC drafts Bradford and then the two teams trade players because Stafford in noway shape of form wants to play for the Lions.

BigChiefFan · 12-24-2008, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare

You know what could be real funny if the Lions drafted Stafford then KC drafts Bradford and then the two teams trade players because Stafford in noway shape of form wants to play for the Lions.

I really like Stafford, but I think he goes after Bradford.

**Tribal Warfare** · 12-24-2008, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BigChiefFan

I really like Stafford, but I think he goes after Bradford.

http://www.onlineathens.com/stories/...67242650.shtml

I'm saying this because Stafford has bigtime connections to the KC Chiefs that have been confirmed in a past article.

**dirk digler** · 12-24-2008, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BigChiefFan

He was also VOTED the BEST PLAYER IN ALL OF COLLEGE, yea, but he sucks, because he just does, right?

If you look at the history of QB's that have won the Heisman only 1 in the last 20 years + has been worth anything and that was Carson Palmer.

History is against him

Stryker · 12-24-2008, 04:41 PM

He did win the Hiesman so that in itself may make him a bust. A curse like the Madden cover.

I'm kidding of course. It would make the draft more interesting though. We will get a good look at him during the BCS National Championship game.

**dirk digler** · 12-24-2008, 04:46 PM

Look at this great list of QB's that have won the Heisman in the last 20 yrs.

1989 - Andre Ware
1990 - Ty Detmer
1992 - Gino Torretta
1993 - Charlie Ward
1996 - Danny Wuerffel
2000 - Chris Weinke
2001 - Eric Crouch
2002 - Carson Palmer
2003 - Jason White
2004 - Matt Leinart
2006 - Troy Smith
2007 - Tim Tebow
2008- Sam Bradford

**BigMeatballDave** · 12-24-2008, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by eazyb81

I should bump some threads from last year when 90% of the board said I was crazy for thinking Matt Ryan would be a great QB.

I'm not surprised Ryan is playing well. I am surprised he is playing this well so soon.

**doomy3** · 12-24-2008, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by googlegoogle

I don't see Bradford like a Matt Ryan.

System QBs' are something to be concerned with.

Therefore you know we will draft him.

Yeah, I'm so glad we don't have a spread system QB like Roethlisberger or Brees

Sweet Daddy Hate · 12-24-2008, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BigChiefFan

I hope our new GM sure as Hell does. I don't get all the hate on Bradford-it's assinine.

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Originally Posted by eazyb81

I love how you can state your case with such authority, when the fact remains that no one knows if he will be a success.

The arrogance by posters on this board is comical sometimes. I should bump some threads from last year when 90% of the board said I was crazy for thinking Matt Ryan would be a great QB.

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Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare

I have no problem taking the kid though I do prefer Stafford though

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigChiefFan

Stafford compares to Carson Palmer and Bradford compares to Eli Manning.

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Originally Posted by doomy3

Yeah, I'm so glad we don't have a spread system QB like Roethlisberger or Brees

Sam Hall · 12-24-2008, 05:05 PM

I think we've delved into paralysis by over analysis. People were nervous about Matt Ryan, but look at how good he is.

I'd prefer Stafford, but it isn't hard to imagine both he and Bradford having successful NFL careers.

Rigodan · 12-24-2008, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by BigChiefFan

Stafford compares to Carson Palmer and Bradford compares to Eli Manning.

This one is my favorite so far

BigChiefFan · 12-24-2008, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dirk digler

Look at this great list of QB's that have won the Heisman in the last 20 yrs.

1989 - Andre Ware
1990 - Ty Detmer
1992 - Gino Torretta
1993 - Charlie Ward
1996 - Danny Wuerffel
2000 - Chris Weinke
2001 - Eric Crouch
2002 - Carson Palmer
2003 - Jason White
2004 - Matt Leinart
2006 - Troy Smith
2007 - Tim Tebow
2008- Sam Bradford

I don't buy into a the hype of luck-he can either play or he can't. The Heisman phenomenon is an oddity, but far from being the definitive say on whether or not a player can or cannot play.

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