Connor Barwin planning a visit with the Chiefs

[Saccopoo]

Originally Posted by bdeg

I like when Utah lined up with 3 linemen, Kruger had to be double-teamed and still got to the QB. At 6'4 I wonder if he couldn't add 30 lbs and be a monster 3-4 DE in a couple years. I think he might have the athleticism to play 3-4 OLB, they dropped him into coverage occasionally, and he can obviously fight through blocks. You're right he probably fits best in a 4-3.

It's really frustrating not having any picks in the range of where all of these players will go, makes me think we're going to trade down even more.

Kruger saw double and triples almost every game the past two years. Strong enough to fight through blocks and double teams, but is also quick enough to get around the edge. And he has the frame to add another 20-30 pounds. Bone structure/frame is huge, he's smart, athletic and incredibly instinctive. Was an All-American at quarterback in high school, got recruited to play that position for Utah by Urban Meyer, went on a Mormon mission and basically out grew it. Way to talented to not be on the field, so the Utes stuck him at DE because of his size and athleticism, and he was a man among boys.

IMHO, and I've stated this before, I think Kruger is the best pure DE in this draft and is going to be a steal for anyone in the second round.

[bdeg]

Originally Posted by Saccogoo

Kruger saw double and triples almost every game the past two years. Strong enough to fight through blocks and double teams, but is also quick enough to get around the edge. And he has the frame to add another 20-30 pounds. Bone structure/frame is huge, he's smart, athletic and incredibly instinctive. Was an All-American at quarterback in high school, got recruited to play that position for Utah by Urban Meyer, went on a Mormon mission and basically out grew it. Way to talented to not be on the field, so the Utes stuck him at DE because of his size and athleticism, and he was a man among boys.

IMHO, and I've stated this before, I think Kruger is the best pure DE in this draft and is going to be a steal for anyone in the second round.

My only disagreement is that I'm not convinced he has the quickness to get the edge on any LT's in the pros. I think he's a prototypical monster 4-3 LE.