Arguments for a Left Tackle in the 2010 Draft.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 02-02-2010, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Saccopoo

And what ceiling is that, and what are you basing your "projection" on? Seriously. I want you to tell me why you think Albert is headed to the Pro Bowl as a LT in the not to distant future. What stuff does he have that gives him this incredibly high ceiling that you speak of.

I eagerly anticipate your response.

Why does he have to be a Pro Bowler?

Christ, the PB is nothing more than a popularity contest.

Michael Roos is one of the better young LT's in the game, and he's been to ONE Pro Bowl.

You lost what little credibility you had left when you compared Okung to Joe ****ing Thomas.

WildTurkey · 02-02-2010, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Why does he have to be a Pro Bowler?

Christ, the PB is nothing more than a popularity contest.

Michael Roos is one of the better young LT's in the game, and he's been to ONE Pro Bowl.

You lost what little credibility you had left when you compared Okung to Joe ****ing Thomas.

yeah where the **** did that come from

**OnTheWarpath15** · 02-02-2010, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by WildTurkey

yeah where the **** did that come from

His ass.

Okung is the (arguably) best OT in a bad class. Period.

Saccopoo · 02-03-2010, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by WildTurkey

yeah where the **** did that come from

This guy for one:

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Russell Okung Scouting Report
By Matt McGuire

Strengths:
Very good height with long arms
Thick, strong lower body
Extremely high level of athleticism
Patient pass protector; does not overextend
Great lateral agility
Quick kick step
Consistent footwork
Nice ankle/knee flexion
Surprisingly physical run blocker
Light on his feet
Highly experienced since true freshman year
Very durable - 34 straight starts
Understands angles
Recognizes stunts and blitz assignments
Gets to second level
Leader
Tremendous upside
Week 1 starting left tackle
Franchise player
Potential No. 1 overall pick

Weaknesses:
Occasionally gets too high in his stance
Needs to gain a little more upper body strength
Sometimes loses focus (bored with competition?)
Can be inconsistent with leverage
Room to improve hand punch
Must redirect at a higher level in NFL

Summary: I noticed Okung last summer when watching tape on Brandon Pettigrew and I pegged him as a potential star in 2008. He has all the makings of a Pro Bowl-caliber left tackle and has the upside to potentially warrant a No. 1 overall pick. If he can hone his technique slightly over the summer, I would be shocked to see him fall out of the first five picks next year barring injury. Okung has practically everything you look for in an offensive tackle. Last name pronounced OH-KOONG.

Player Comparison: Joe Thomas. Thomas and Okung have very similar frames with very good intangibles and the upside to dominate at the next level. Both had polished pass protection skills in college.

RustShack · 02-03-2010, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Saccopoo

This guy for one:

Thank you for proving you have never watched him.

Saccopoo · 02-03-2010, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by RustShack

Thank you for proving you have never watched him.

I watched four Oklahoma State games this past season and discussed them in detail during and after the game with a couple of people who are OSU fans/boosters. (The owner of the Sports bar I hang out at is an OSU alumni, so they are always on at his joint.) But since you have no ****ing knowledge of what I watch, I readily expected something snide, ignorant and irrelevant from you in response.

WildTurkey · 02-03-2010, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Saccopoo

I watched four Oklahoma State games this past season and discussed them in detail during and after the game with a couple of people who are OSU fans/boosters. (The owner of the Sports bar I hang out at is an OSU alumni, so they are always on at his joint.) But since you have no ****ing knowledge of what I watch, I readily expected something snide, ignorant and irrelevant from you in response.

I watched him quite a bit as well... and think while being a good OT I would never compare him to Joe Thomas who was as dominant as they get and you knew that would translate to the pros... I see Okung as a good middle of the 1st round LT nothing more

RustShack · 02-03-2010, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Saccopoo

I watched four Oklahoma State games this past season and discussed them in detail during and after the game with a couple of people who are OSU fans/boosters. (The owner of the Sports bar I hang out at is an OSU alumni, so they are always on at his joint.) But since you have no ****ing knowledge of what I watch, I readily expected something snide, ignorant and irrelevant from you in response.

Ahh discussed it with fans. That explains the overhype. Maybe you should watch his ****ing highlight real for Christ sakes, even his pass blocking there isn't that good.

Saccopoo · 02-03-2010, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by RustShack

Ahh discussed it with fans. That explains the overhype. Maybe you should watch his ****ing highlight real for Christ sakes, even his pass blocking there isn't that good.

Oh, so now we are on to the highlight reel? Well, I've seen that as well. In fact, someone posted one of his highlight "reels" on the The Lounge a week or so ago. What's next, you crying about me not seeing the game films from the other Big 12 teams defensive coordinators?

Look, I understand that you have complete tunnel vision with McClain and can't see the forest for the trees at this point, but it doesn't mean that you have to be a complete douche nozzle every single time you post.

WildTurkey · 02-03-2010, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Saccopoo

This guy for one:

I've read a lot of his stuff... He flip flops a lot just read his Dez Bryant report, he compares him to Chad Ochocinco but then says that he doesn't think he is a number 1 receiver kind of makes me question his player comparisons, and I still don't agree with his opinion that A. Benn can't catch

Saccopoo · 02-03-2010, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Why does he have to be a Pro Bowler?

Christ, the PB is nothing more than a popularity contest.

Michael Roos is one of the better young LT's in the game, and he's been to ONE Pro Bowl.

You lost what little credibility you had left when you compared Okung to Joe ****ing Thomas.

Jesus OTW, you really have to quit taking things so literally. You get completely worked up on minutia.

How about All-Pro? Does that work for you better than Pro Bowl?

The dude said he had a high ceiling. Higher than anyone in this draft. A guy with that high of a ceiling should be considered an All-Pro level type of guy, right?

So I want to know, from the schmuck that originally said it, what he thinks gives Albert that high ceiling potential.