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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: Dave23
Date: February 22, 2016, 10:37 am
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Morning sim, using walterfootball database, and obviously
focusing on defense...
1-11 -- Leonard Floyd - OLB - Georgia
2-10 -- Robert Nkemdiche - DT - Ole Miss
3-9 -- Su'a Cravens - OLB/S - USC
4-8 -- Aziz Shittu - DE - Stanford
5-11 -- Miles Killebrew - S - Southern Utah
6-10 -- Fabian Moreau - CB - UCLA
6-29 -- Josh Forrest - ILB - Kentucky
6-31 -- Brandon Shell - OT - South Carolina
7-9 -- Kolby Listenbee - WR - TCU
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: Sportster
Date: February 22, 2016, 11:08 am
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That would fill a lot of our holes in one draft. Hope the Bears
staff is smart enough to make choices that don't leave us
scratching our heads like we've done for too many years lately.
Would like to see a OT taken in the top 3 rounds, though....
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: Dave23
Date: February 22, 2016, 11:47 am
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Here's hoping we sign Cordy Glenn...
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: boogie
Date: February 22, 2016, 12:01 pm
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Or Osemele......
Kelechi Osemele, Baltimore (6-5, 330) Age: 27
Osemele has been a starter for the Ravens at guard, right tackle
and left tackle. His versatility and consistency makes him one
of this year's most attractive free agent offensive linemen. He
has ideal size and strength, as well as 36-inch arms. With
Osemele, the Bears could mix and match him and Long to find the
best front-five lineup, with the ability to slide around either
player due to injury. Osemele is an elite free agent the Bears
should pursue aggressively.
Cordy Glenn, Buffalo (6-6, 345) Age: 26
Glenn is one of the best pass-blocking left tackles in the NFL.
Last season, he allowed just 2 sacks and 2 QB hits. By
comparison, Leno allowed 4 sacks and 6 QB hits, so Glenn
represents a significant upgrade. He's weak as a run blocker,
which is disappointing, but if the Bears want a pure
pass-protecting edge blocker to solidify Jay Cutler's blind
side, Glenn is their guy.
Ryan Schraeder, Atlanta (6-7, 300) Age: 28
Schraeder has been a wall in pass protection at right tackle for
the Falcons, allowing just 2 sacks, 2 QB hits and 20 QB hurries
last season. He's also a competent run blocker, although not a
mauler. If the Bears plan on shifting Long to the left edge,
then Schraeder would be an ideal replacement on the right side.
Rusell Okung, Seattle (6-5, 310) Age: 27
The former sixth overall pick in the 2010 draft, Okung has been
more than solid at left tackle for the Seahawks the past six
seasons. He's equally adept as a run blocker as he is in pass
protection and would provide immediate consistency on the left
edge for the Bears. The issues with Okung have been injuries, as
he's never played 16 games in a single campaign. He carries
risk, which should reduce his price tag, but when healthy, he's
one of the top offensive tackles in the league.
Mitchell Schwartz, Cleveland (6-5, 320) Age: 27
Schwartz has been a starter for the Browns at right tackle for
the past three seasons. He's a quality run blocker and can hold
his own in pass protection as well, although he did allow 8 QB
hits and 32 QB hurries last season. Mitchell is dependable,
having never missed a game in his NFL career, and would give the
Bears stability on the right side, allowing them to move Long to
left tackle.
Donald Penn, Oakland (6-4, 315) Age: 33
Penn has been one of the most dependable and consistent left
tackles in the NFL since first becoming a starter for the
Buccaneers in 2007. Over the past nine years, he hasn't missed a
single contest. He earned a trip to the Pro Bowl in 2010 and
gave up just 20 QB hurries last season. On the down side, he
turns 33 in April, making him a short-term option only.
Kelvin Beachum, Pittsburgh (6-3, 303) Age: 27
Beachum is a former seventh-round pick who doesn't have ideal
size, yet he can play. He only played six games last year before
tearing his ACL but during his 329 snaps in 2015, he allowed
just 2 QB hurries. That's exceptional. The knee injury is a
major concern and he may not be ready for the start of the
regular season, but that also means he won't cost an arm and a
leg. If the Bears are willing to be patient, Beachum could be a
long-term steal.
Joseph Barksdale, San Diego (6-5, 326) Age: 28
Barksdale started two years for the Rams before signing a
one-year deal with the Chargers last season. He's a steady,
albeit unspectacular, right tackle who had some lapses in pass
protection last season - he finished 2015 allowing 6 sacks and
34 QB hurries, which is shaky. He's not the greatest option on
the market but he's decently consistent and will come fairly
cheap.
Andre Smith, Cincinnati (6-4, 325) Age: 29
Smith used to be one of the top right tackles in the NFL but
he's regressed dramatically the last few years, both in pass
protection and as a run blocker. He's only 29, so he's not yet
over the hill, so he might be worth taking a chance on, assuming
he's not asking for a big pay day.
Other Options:
Jake Long, Atlanta (6-7, 322) Age: 31
Bobby Massie, Arizona (6-6, 316) Age: 27
Ryan Harris, Denver (6-5, 302) Age: 31
Byron Bell, Tennessee (6-5, 340) Age: 27
Chris Hairston, San Diego (6-6, 330) Age: 27
J'Marcus Webb, Oakland .... sorry, couldn't help myself.
The Verdict
Kelechi Osemele: He won't come cheap but Osemele would be more
than worth the investment. He a bruising blocker with good
agility and can play any position along the offensive line other
than center. That type of skill set, combined with his
versatility, is rare in the NFL. If the Bears are serious about
upgrading the offensive line, then they should put the
full-court press on Osemele once free agency begins.
A good secondary option is Beachum. An exeperienced left tackle
who can pass protect with the best of them, Beachum should come
at a substantial discount due to his recent knee injury.
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: packrat
Date: February 22, 2016, 9:59 pm
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Has anyone ever checked their predictions and see how many are
actually drafted?
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: dallasbear
Date: February 23, 2016, 9:19 am
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A few potential upgrades to Leno. I remember when we played the
Seahawks after Peppers arrived - Okung just shut down him down.
But he is coming off a recent shoulder surgery that would have
to be checked out.
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: boogie
Date: February 23, 2016, 2:08 pm
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Jeremy Stoltz
8:08 AM
Laremy Tunsil, Ole Miss (6-5, 305)
Tunsil is widely considered the best offensive tackle in this
year's class and many believe he'll be selected No. 1 overall by
the Tennessee Titans. He was an absolute stud when on the field,
using his elite balance and footwork at left tackle to stonewall
defenders off the edge. As a true freshman, he gave up just one
total sack, which is extremely impressive. He's a poster boy for
technique, with great hand usage and knee bend, while showing
outstanding awareness in pass protection. He's dealt with a
couple of injuries and was suspended for seven games last year
by the NCAA for receiving impermissible benefits. Yet those are
minor concerns for a player most believe will be an All-Pro left
tackle for the next decade.
Projected: Top 5
Ronnie Stanley, Notre Dame (6-5, 304)
Stanley was a three-year starter for the Irish, at right tackle
as a freshman and at left tackle the past two years. In terms of
lateral agility and foot quickness, he's arguably the top pass
blocker in the draft. He has a lightning quick kick step and
outstanding balance at the point of contact. He has long arms
and uses his hands very well. He's flexible and shows great
change-of-direction ability, which allows him to mirror even the
fastest edge rushers. Stanley doesn't have great power and can
struggles to move big defenders in the run game but as a pure
blindside protector, he has the skill set to be a Day 1 starter
in the NFL.
Projected: Top 15
Taylor Decker, Ohio State (6-7, 320)
Decker is a big-bodied lineman who started 42 games at both
right and left tackle for the Buckeyes. He was named the 2015
Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year. A powerful drive blocker
with good awareness at the second level, Decker has the skill
set and mauler mentality that will allow him to be a Day 1
starter at right tackle or guard. A vocal leader with a nasty
streak in him, he'll be a locker-room leader in the NFL.
Decker's height often works against him. He's prone to standing
too high off the ball and can be driven back by powerful
defenders once he losese leverage. He's also lacking ideal
technique, particularly in hand placement and punch. He'll come
off the board in the first round but he's not an option for the
Bears at 11th overall.
Projected: 1st Round
Jack Conklin, Michigan State (6-6, 325)
Conklin was a walk-on at MSU but quickly earned a scholarship
and the left tackle gig, where he started 40 straight games.
He's one of the meanest linemen in this draft with great power
and finishing ability. His upper body strength is top-tier,
which he demonstrated by mauling Ohio State DL DeForest Buckner
(a Top 10 prospect) last year. Conklin doesn't have great
lateral range and too often allows defenders into his chest,
which may make him a better fit at right tackle. As a mauler on
the right edge, he'll be attractive to teams late in the first
round.
Projected: 1st Round
Shon Coleman, Auburn (6-6, 313)
No player in this draft is as mentally tough as Coleman, who was
diagnosed with leukemia in 2010 and spent the next two years,
which included 30 chemotherapy treatments, beating cancer. Due
to his time away from football, he enters the NFL on the verge
of earning his Master's Degree. A big, physical blocker who has
experience on both edges, Coleman's biggest strength is his
upper body power and a heavy hand punch. He also has heavy feet,
which restricts his lateral agility, meaning he's best fit at
right tackle. A mature, still-improving prospect, Coleman would
be a steal for the Bears if he falls into the second round.
Projected: 1st-2nd Round
Jason Spriggs, Indiana (6-5, 301)
Spriggs was a four-year starter for the Hoosiers. He's a very
agile move blocker who fits very well in zone blocking schemes.
He's quick off the ball and athletic at the second level, with
the agility to mirror pass rushers at left tackle. Spriggs lacks
power in the upper body and tends to quit moving his feet in
pass protection, which is concerning. He's not an overpowering
player but he has the potential to be a left-tackle starter at
the next level.
Projected: 2nd Round
Germain Ifedi, Texas A&M (6-5, 325)
Ifedi began his collegiate career at guard before starting the
past two seasons at right tackle. He's a beastly blocker with
power for days and the versatility to play multiple positions.
Despite his size, he has light feet, giving him the requisite
movement skills NFL teams look for. Ifedi has a lot of potential
but he's still very raw from a technique standpoint. Both his
hand usage and his footwork are sloppy, and he'll need some
aggressive coaching at the next level before he becomes a
dependable starter.
Projected: 2nd Round
Le'Raven Clark, Texas Tech (6-5, 312)
A four-year starter for the Red Raiders, Clark has experience at
both right tackle and left tackle, where he started the past
three seasons. In total, he started 50 straight games in
college. He has elite foot quickness, using a choppy kick step
that allows him to retain his balance throughout pass sets. He
mirrors pass rushers very well and has exceptionally long arms
(36 1/4 inches). The eye test shows a raw player but one with a
ton of potential in the NFL. He's not a top-tier run blocker and
needs more upper body strength. NFL scouts are also worried
about how he projects from Texas Tech's spread offense into the
NFL. Clark is a boom-or-bust prospect, although he's leaning
toward the "boom" category.
Projected: 2nd Round
Jerald Hawkins, LSU (6-6, 305)
A two-year starter at right tackle, Hawkins moved to left tackle
for LSU last season. His foot quickness is exceptional, allowing
him to change directions with ease and cut off the inside rush.
He's quick off the snap and gets to the second level in a hurry.
He also has long arms, which helps him create and keep
separation. Hawkins has a relatively thin frame and lacks
strength in his arms and legs. He can move but he's not going to
overpower anyone. Coming from a pro-style offense, he's
attractive to teams in need of a future left tackle but he's not
there yet. He'll likely have to sit a season before he develops
into a starter at the next level.
Projected: 2nd-3rd Round
John Theus, Georgia (6-6, 317)
A three-year starter for the Bulldogs at both right and left
tackle, Theus was named first-team All-SEC last season. From a
technical standpoint, Theus is one of the best tackles in this
draft. His footwork and hand usage are always sound, while his
top-tier athleticism gives him good recover ability. He has good
size but a lack of strength is his biggest issues. He's a
willing blocker but he's going to struggle mightily against
powerful defensive linemen in the NFL. A dependable, versatile
and intelligent player in college, Theus must hit the weight
room if he's going to be a starter in the pros.
Projected: 3rd Round
Kyle Murphy, Stanford (6-6, 300)
Murphy has prototypical NFL size and power. He gets off the ball
very quickly in pass protection (almost too quickly in many
cases) and shows good awareness against twists, stunts and
blitzes. He shows good pad level in the run game and can drive
defenders off the line of scrimmage. A tough blocker, Murphy's
biggest downfall is his lack of ideal quickness. He also needs
to improve his technique in pass protection, as he tends to be
too stiff-legged and lumbering. He also struggles to cut off the
inside rush. He played both right tackle and left tackle for the
Cardinal but projects as a right-side blocker or guard in the
NFL.
Projected: 3rd Round
The Pick
La'Raven Clark: Tunsil will not fall to the Bears in the first
round and there's a good chance Stanely will be off the board as
well. No other offensive tackle warrants the 11th overall
selection, which will force the Bears to wait until the second
round to address their need for a blindside protector. That's
where Clark comes in.
He's not a mauling blocker but he has the agility and
pass-protection prowess to start at left tackle in the pros.
He's still not a finished product but his ceiling is very high.
His exceptionally long arms are also a plus. Clark might
struggle out of the gates but his long-term potential as a left
tackle is very attractive and would make him a great fit in
Chicago.
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: Dave23
Date: February 23, 2016, 2:27 pm
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Just ran one using the just-updated fanspeak database...I like
this one a lot
1-11 -- Ronnie Stanley - OT - Notre Dame
2-10 -- Shilique Calhoun - DE - Michigan State
3-9 -- Sterling Shepard - WR - Oklahoma
4-8 -- Dadi Nicolas - OLB - Virginia Tech
5-11 -- Miles Killebrew - S - Southern Utah
6-10 -- Joe Schobert - OLB - Wisconsin
6-29 -- Morgan Burns - CB - Kansas State
6-31 -- Cassanova McKinzy - ILB - Auburn
7-9 -- Kenyan Drake - RB - Alabama
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: navigator
Date: February 25, 2016, 3:39 pm
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I know we wouldn't go that direction in the first but if you
have Derrick Henry sitting there in round 2, do you take him?
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Re: 2016 NFL Draft
DIR By: Dave23
Date: February 25, 2016, 5:18 pm
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Can't say without knowing who else is on the board at the
time...I passed on Ezekiel Elliott in one mock I ran because
Jonathan Bullard had also fallen to our pick in the 2nd...
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