NFL Draft ****The REAL OFFICIAL 2008 NFL Draft Thread**** - Page 2

**Mr. Kotter** · 02:36 PM

NFL DRAFT Coverage this Weekend:
Coverage available for the entire weekend on ESPN/ESPN2 Television, and also on ESPN Radio Network.

*** If you want to follow the draft on the 'net, the two best free and easy access sites are ESPN and the NFL official site....though for access to "insider" info at ESPN, you have to be a "member:"

ESPN: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft?...2=stateChanged

NFL: http://www.nfl.com/draft

If you are interested in another free "scouting" report site:
NFLdraftcountdown: http://www.nfldraftcountdown.com/

Saturday April 26: Rounds 1-2 ***Format Revised this year
(1st Round, Teams get 10 minutes; 2nd Round, Teams get 7 minutes)

-- ESPN beginning at 2pm until 6pm (Central Standard Time)
-- ESPN2 beginning at 6pm until 9pm

Sunday April 27: Rounds 3-7
(Rounds 3-7, Teams get 5 minutes)
-- ESPN beginning at 9am until 5pm (Central Standard Time)

"My" Rounds 1-3 picks....
05. Chris Long (DE), or Vernon Gholston (DE)...will be available, IMHO. If not, Sedrick Ellis (DT).
17. Brandon Albert (OG-OT), or Chris Williams (OT).
35. Aqib Talib (CB), Kentwan Balmer (DT) or Brandon Flowers (CB).
66. Jordy Nelson (WR), Patrick Lee (CB), or Lawrence Jackson (DE).
73. Carl Nicks (OT), Xavier Adibi (LB), or Andre Caldwell (WR).
82. Mike Pollak (C), Jeremy Zuttah (C, OG) or Red Bryant (DT).

Nice job in attempt to save your ass, Carl.... time will tell if you succeeded....heh.

Hammock Parties · 04-23-2008, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by stlchiefs

Do you have a live mic in Carl's ass?

You'll know when the Chiefs are about to pick someone good because he will rip a huge fart.

'Hamas' Jenkins · 04-23-2008, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Kotter

Sorry Hamas. I'll edit it.

It's no biggie at all, he's just not a halloween costume...well, then again he could be.

rad · 04-23-2008, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GOATSE

Be sure to check our website throughout the day for live draft coverage from Arrowhead Stadium!

It's like, you're a pimp, and everyone knows your bitches have penises.

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**Mr. Kotter** · 04-23-2008, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 'Hamas' Jenkins

It's no biggie at all, he's just not a halloween costume...well, then again he could be.

I admit...after I noticed it, I can see how some would see it as a vailpass passive aggressive racist sort of thing....so I'm glad you noticed. Heh.

'Hamas' Jenkins · 04-23-2008, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Kotter

I admit...after I noticed it, I can see how some would see it as a vailpass passive aggressive racist sort of thing....so I'm glad you noticed. Heh.

So Gholston's middle names are "Welfare" "Government Cheese" and "Ghetto"? And he's a piece of shit?

**Mr. Kotter** · 04-23-2008, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 'Hamas' Jenkins

So Gholston's middle names are "Welfare" "Government Cheese" and "Ghetto"? And he's a piece of shit?

I suspect any Bronco fan might say that....but, yeah, especially him from what I've seen.

**Mr. Kotter** · 04-23-2008, 06:33 PM

I didn't see the Hurricanes play much this year. Anyone think this guy could be a decent pick in the 2nd....I don't see him dropping into the third round. OTOH, his 40 time is nothing to write home about....

Calais Campbell
DE | (6'7", 290, 5.04) | MIAMI (FLA.)
Scouts Grade: 88

Flags: (S: SPEED) Player lacks ideal speed at position
View by: Round | Player | NCAA School | Position | NFL Team | Flag | All Ranked Players | hell0NFL Draft History
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Strengths: Massive DE prospect; unusually tall with very good build, enormous arms (35.75 inches) and bigger-than-average hands (9.5 inches). Displays good initial quickness for his size, can beat blockers to the point of attack and can make plays in the backfield. Plays with decent leverage for a player his height, shows good lower body strength and is capable of holding his own when teams run at him. Has above-average upper body strength, extends arms once in position and flashes the ability to shed blocks quickly. Takes sound angles to the ball, plays with a good motor when fresh and makes plays in pursuit. Wraps up upon contact, shows good body control in space and is an adequate open field tackler that flashes the ability to jar the ball loose. Plays with a mean streak, takes the shortest path to the quarterback and flashes the ability to push tackles back into the quarterbacks' laps. Changes directions well for such a taller DE, runs line stunts well and flashes effective swim and rip move when he shoots inside. Shows adequate awareness and generally does a nice job of sniffing out screens. Doesn't always get hands up when isn't going to get to the quarterback but jumps fairly well and has very long arms so can make it difficult for the quarterback to find a passing window.

**KcMizzou** · 04-23-2008, 06:56 PM

If nothing else, the draft will be entertaining this season. Anyone happen to know what time it starts Saturday? I have to work, but I get off early in the day. I heard it was starting later this year.

**Tribal Warfare** · 04-23-2008, 06:58 PM

Ichy trigger finger Kotter?

milkman · 04-23-2008, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by KcMizzou

If nothing else, the draft will be entertaining this season. Anyone happen to know what time it starts Saturday? I have to work, but I get off early in the day. I heard it was starting later this year.

2 P.M. central

**KcMizzou** · 04-23-2008, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by milkman

2 P.M. central

Thank you, sir.

Direckshun · 04-23-2008, 07:16 PM

Mr. Kotter, Calais Campbell is a big slob -- but if you were interested in him, he'd be an awful fit in KC.

As you noticed, he's not terribly fast. His measurables are amazing, but he's the larger, powerful DE that plays in a 3-4, not the speed-laden 4-3 that the Chiefs Cover 2 employs.

He'll be taken in the 2nd by a team that thinks they can rejuvenate him, but he was 20 pounds overweight in Draft season, which is a gigantic red flag if you're looking to use a high round pick.

**Mr. Kotter** · 04-23-2008, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Tribal Warfare

Ichy trigger finger Kotter?

Yup.

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

Mr. Kotter, Calais Campbell is a big slob -- but if you were interested in him, he'd be an awful fit in KC.

As you noticed, he's not terribly fast. His measurables are amazing, but he's the larger, powerful DE that plays in a 3-4, not the speed-laden 4-3 that the Chiefs Cover 2 employs.

He'll be taken in the 2nd by a team that thinks they can rejuvenate him, but he was 20 pounds overweight in Draft season, which is a gigantic red flag if you're looking to use a high round pick.

Thank you, sir. I've only begun scouring the draft sites recently....as life is busy. Maybe a guy who could move inside to DT at some point, maybe? If so though, with what you are saying....I'd pass I guess.

I'll continue snoopin' around; my gut says we will go OT in the first....looks like we'll need to go DE too. Well, Herm seems to think....later rounds for CB is fine---although I had hoped maybe we'd nab one at 17. Looks like DE will be a bigger need, with more BAAs likely.

Direckshun · 04-23-2008, 07:42 PM

I hear ya. Us folks over in the Draft forum have been tracking around 150 different players for months. We're happy to share our thoughts if you have any questions.

I don't think Herm is looking to completely rebuild an oversized DE into an undersized DT, though.

Direckshun · 04-23-2008, 07:43 PM

That said, I will not be in this thread on Draft day. I will be in KC at the Chiefs' Draft party once again.

I'm sure I'll do something really gay and start my own thread with my thoughts the next day. Since I'm sure no one else will be doing that.

04-22-2008, 11:29 PM
Mr. Kotter The Dude Abides Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Dakota Country Casino cash: $5905285	**The REAL OFFICIAL 2008 NFL Draft Thread NFL DRAFT Coverage this Weekend:** Coverage available for the entire weekend on ESPN/ESPN2 Television, and also on ESPN Radio Network. * If you want to follow the draft on the 'net, the two best free and easy access sites are ESPN and the NFL official site....though for access to "insider" info at ESPN, you have to be a "member:" ESPN: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft?...2=stateChanged NFL: http://www.nfl.com/draft If you are interested in another free "scouting" report site: NFLdraftcountdown: http://www.nfldraftcountdown.com/ Saturday April 26: Rounds 1-2 Format Revised this year (1st Round, Teams get 10 minutes; 2nd Round, Teams get 7 minutes) -- ESPN beginning at 2pm until 6pm (Central Standard Time) -- ESPN2 beginning at 6pm until 9pm Sunday April 27: Rounds 3-7* (Rounds 3-7, Teams get 5 minutes) -- ESPN beginning at 9am until 5pm (Central Standard Time) *"My" Rounds 1-3 picks....* 05. Chris Long (DE), or Vernon Gholston (DE)...will be available, IMHO. If not, Sedrick Ellis (DT). 17. Brandon Albert (OG-OT), or Chris Williams (OT). 35. Aqib Talib (CB), Kentwan Balmer (DT) or Brandon Flowers (CB). 66. Jordy Nelson (WR), Patrick Lee (CB), or Lawrence Jackson (DE). 73. Carl Nicks (OT), Xavier Adibi (LB), or Andre Caldwell (WR). 82. Mike Pollak (C), Jeremy Zuttah (C, OG) or Red Bryant (DT). Nice job in attempt to save your ass, Carl.... time will tell if you succeeded....heh. Last edited by Mr. Kotter; 04-27-2008 at 02:36 PM..
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04-23-2008, 06:33 PM	#22
Mr. Kotter The Dude Abides Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Dakota Country Casino cash: $5905285	I didn't see the Hurricanes play much this year. Anyone think this guy could be a decent pick in the 2nd....I don't see him dropping into the third round. OTOH, his 40 time is nothing to write home about.... Calais Campbell DE \| (6'7", 290, 5.04) \| MIAMI (FLA.) Scouts Grade: 88 Flags: (S: SPEED) Player lacks ideal speed at position View by: Round \| Player \| NCAA School \| Position \| NFL Team \| Flag \| All Ranked Players \| hell0NFL Draft History You are signed into Insider and have access to the exclusive draft content below. Strengths: Massive DE prospect; unusually tall with very good build, enormous arms (35.75 inches) and bigger-than-average hands (9.5 inches). Displays good initial quickness for his size, can beat blockers to the point of attack and can make plays in the backfield. Plays with decent leverage for a player his height, shows good lower body strength and is capable of holding his own when teams run at him. Has above-average upper body strength, extends arms once in position and flashes the ability to shed blocks quickly. Takes sound angles to the ball, plays with a good motor when fresh and makes plays in pursuit. Wraps up upon contact, shows good body control in space and is an adequate open field tackler that flashes the ability to jar the ball loose. Plays with a mean streak, takes the shortest path to the quarterback and flashes the ability to push tackles back into the quarterbacks' laps. Changes directions well for such a taller DE, runs line stunts well and flashes effective swim and rip move when he shoots inside. Shows adequate awareness and generally does a nice job of sniffing out screens. Doesn't always get hands up when isn't going to get to the quarterback but jumps fairly well and has very long arms so can make it difficult for the quarterback to find a passing window. __________________ "I've always said I worry about legacy and winning rings more than making money at this moment...We see what's going on around the league, but at the same time, I'll never do anything that's going to hurt us from keeping the great players around me.”
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04-23-2008, 06:56 PM	#23
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04-23-2008, 07:16 PM	#27
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4403447	Mr. Kotter, Calais Campbell is a big slob -- but if you were interested in him, he'd be an awful fit in KC. As you noticed, he's not terribly fast. His measurables are amazing, but he's the larger, powerful DE that plays in a 3-4, not the speed-laden 4-3 that the Chiefs Cover 2 employs. He'll be taken in the 2nd by a team that thinks they can rejuvenate him, but he was 20 pounds overweight in Draft season, which is a gigantic red flag if you're looking to use a high round pick.
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04-23-2008, 07:42 PM	#29
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4403447	I hear ya. Us folks over in the Draft forum have been tracking around 150 different players for months. We're happy to share our thoughts if you have any questions. I don't think Herm is looking to completely rebuild an oversized DE into an undersized DT, though.
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04-23-2008, 07:43 PM	#30
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4403447	That said, I will not be in this thread on Draft day. I will be in KC at the Chiefs' Draft party once again. I'm sure I'll do something really gay and start my own thread with my thoughts the next day. Since I'm sure no one else will be doing that.
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