Running back in the 2nd is too early. Get some help on the OL. I like the guy from Hobart DIII if he is still on the board. Great fit in Shanahans offence and was immense in the senior bowl. Would be very happy with him.
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****Atlanta Falcons**** And The NFL In General
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Well, we got the man we wanted. I just HOPE he develops into something special!
Overview
During his four seasons at Clemson, Beasley totaled 52.5 tackles for loss, 33 sacks, 29 quarterback pressures, 11 pass breakups, seven forced fumbles, two recovered fumbles and two touchdowns in 1,421 snaps over 48 games (25 starts). He ranks first in school history in sacks, fourth in tackles for loss and tied for seventh in forced fumbles. He is a two-time first-team All-American and two-time first-team All-ACC selection. Was a finalist for the Bednarik, Lombardi and Hendricks Award in 2014. He was selected as ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2014. His 33 career sacks came during the final 39 games of his career and pushed him past Michael Dean Perry, Gaines Adams and William Perry on the school's all-time sack list. As a junior in 2013, he had 23 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, 12 quarterback pressures, six pass breakups and four forced fumbles in 13 starts. In 2012, he had a team-high eight sacks. Played nine games during his freshman season in 2011, after redshirting in 2010. Was rated the No. 16 athlete in the nation by ESPN out of Adairsville High School (Ga.). He played high school and AAU basketball and his father, Victor, played football at Auburn. He graduated with a degree in sociology prior to his senior season.
Analysis
Strengths
Explosive athlete who's always first off the snap. True edge bender who can torque hips and shoulders to turn corner. Has ankle flexion to dip and slalom around corner at difficult angles to block. Former running back with quick feet and fluid hips. Able to change directions and burst to target. Possesses potentially lethal spin move, but doesn't use it enough. Primarily a hand-in-dirt rusher but has played standing, too. Able to drop into space. Solid instincts and outstanding closing burst. Quick hands to swat initial punch. Hands will get even better and could become a major weapon with more coaching. Can embarrass tackles who lunge and miss.
Weaknesses
High cut with narrow waist and thin legs. Needs to add more bulk. Unlikely to convert speed to power against NFL tackles. Wins with athleticism on majority of his sacks. Rarely transitions from speed rush to spin as an instinctual pass-rush counter. Lacks ideal arm length. Too often content to stay blocked if pass rush stalls out. Needs to shed blocks more consistently against run. Good football character, but scouts are concerned about a lack of alpha-dog tenacity.
Draft Projection
Round 1
Sources Tell Us
"He's pretty much what you are looking for if you are a 3-4 team. I think he can play inside or outside because he moves so well. Out of the top-rated outside 'backers, he's the best, in my opinion." -- AFC defensive coordinator
"Between the two Clemson linebackers (Vic Beasley and Stephone Anthony), they really put on a show (at the NFL Scouting Combine). Beasley is going high." -- AFC defensive coordinator
NFL Comparison
Bruce Irvin
Bottom Line
Projects as 3-4 outside linebacker. Considered one of the best pure edge rushers in the draft, but needs more sophistication to his approach. Has speed and explosion to become an absolute menace for a creative defensive coordinator. High-impact talent, but needs to crank up competitive nature in order to reach his potential. Teams privately gushed about his ability to carry speed at the combine to go along with his additional weight.
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2015/profiles/vic-beasley?id=2552301
Overview
During his four seasons at Clemson, Beasley totaled 52.5 tackles for loss, 33 sacks, 29 quarterback pressures, 11 pass breakups, seven forced fumbles, two recovered fumbles and two touchdowns in 1,421 snaps over 48 games (25 starts). He ranks first in school history in sacks, fourth in tackles for loss and tied for seventh in forced fumbles. He is a two-time first-team All-American and two-time first-team All-ACC selection. Was a finalist for the Bednarik, Lombardi and Hendricks Award in 2014. He was selected as ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2014. His 33 career sacks came during the final 39 games of his career and pushed him past Michael Dean Perry, Gaines Adams and William Perry on the school's all-time sack list. As a junior in 2013, he had 23 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, 12 quarterback pressures, six pass breakups and four forced fumbles in 13 starts. In 2012, he had a team-high eight sacks. Played nine games during his freshman season in 2011, after redshirting in 2010. Was rated the No. 16 athlete in the nation by ESPN out of Adairsville High School (Ga.). He played high school and AAU basketball and his father, Victor, played football at Auburn. He graduated with a degree in sociology prior to his senior season.
Analysis
Strengths
Explosive athlete who's always first off the snap. True edge bender who can torque hips and shoulders to turn corner. Has ankle flexion to dip and slalom around corner at difficult angles to block. Former running back with quick feet and fluid hips. Able to change directions and burst to target. Possesses potentially lethal spin move, but doesn't use it enough. Primarily a hand-in-dirt rusher but has played standing, too. Able to drop into space. Solid instincts and outstanding closing burst. Quick hands to swat initial punch. Hands will get even better and could become a major weapon with more coaching. Can embarrass tackles who lunge and miss.
Weaknesses
High cut with narrow waist and thin legs. Needs to add more bulk. Unlikely to convert speed to power against NFL tackles. Wins with athleticism on majority of his sacks. Rarely transitions from speed rush to spin as an instinctual pass-rush counter. Lacks ideal arm length. Too often content to stay blocked if pass rush stalls out. Needs to shed blocks more consistently against run. Good football character, but scouts are concerned about a lack of alpha-dog tenacity.
Draft Projection
Round 1
Sources Tell Us
"He's pretty much what you are looking for if you are a 3-4 team. I think he can play inside or outside because he moves so well. Out of the top-rated outside 'backers, he's the best, in my opinion." -- AFC defensive coordinator
"Between the two Clemson linebackers (Vic Beasley and Stephone Anthony), they really put on a show (at the NFL Scouting Combine). Beasley is going high." -- AFC defensive coordinator
NFL Comparison
Bruce Irvin
Bottom Line
Projects as 3-4 outside linebacker. Considered one of the best pure edge rushers in the draft, but needs more sophistication to his approach. Has speed and explosion to become an absolute menace for a creative defensive coordinator. High-impact talent, but needs to crank up competitive nature in order to reach his potential. Teams privately gushed about his ability to carry speed at the combine to go along with his additional weight.
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2015/profiles/vic-beasley?id=2552301
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2015 NFL Draft: Best remaining prospects
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000489095/article/2015-nfl-draft-best-remaining-prospects
La'el Collins, OT, LSU: 6-4 1/2, 305 pounds, 5.10 40
Randy Gregory, OLB, Nebraska: 6-4 7/8, 235 pounds, 4.61 40
Jordan Phillips, DT, Oklahoma: 6-5 1/4, 329 pounds, 5.15 40
Jake Fisher, OT, Oregon: 6-6 1/8, 306 pounds, 4.97 40
Anyone of those dudes would make me happy happy!
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000489095/article/2015-nfl-draft-best-remaining-prospects
La'el Collins, OT, LSU: 6-4 1/2, 305 pounds, 5.10 40
Randy Gregory, OLB, Nebraska: 6-4 7/8, 235 pounds, 4.61 40
Jordan Phillips, DT, Oklahoma: 6-5 1/4, 329 pounds, 5.15 40
Jake Fisher, OT, Oregon: 6-6 1/8, 306 pounds, 4.97 40
Anyone of those dudes would make me happy happy!
The Falcons DEPSERATLEY needed someone on defense. We've struggled the last couple years and lost more games than we won because of a weak defense. I think Beasley will do us some good. Also hate that Gurley went all the way to St. Louis. Maybe we can get Chubb when he comes available in a few years.
I would take Randy Gregory if available.
I'm with you. As long as Collins didn't hire someone to knock off his ex he'd be great!
You could be right about TE, but not so keen on Gregory. His rap sheet keeps getting longer.
Atlanta Falcons
2014 record: 6-10 (O/U: 8)
2015 O/U: 8 (over minus-145/under plus-115)
The Falcons continue to look like a team that's better than it is. The offense can put up points in bunches, but the defense can give up points just as fast. Coach Mike Smith was seen as part of the problem, so he's gone, and Atlanta is back to rebuilding. It filled some holes in free agency, but management has more work to do. My lean is to take the over, but like I said, the Falcons have been underachieving a lot lately.
Tuley's take: Over 8
2014 record: 6-10 (O/U: 8)
2015 O/U: 8 (over minus-145/under plus-115)
The Falcons continue to look like a team that's better than it is. The offense can put up points in bunches, but the defense can give up points just as fast. Coach Mike Smith was seen as part of the problem, so he's gone, and Atlanta is back to rebuilding. It filled some holes in free agency, but management has more work to do. My lean is to take the over, but like I said, the Falcons have been underachieving a lot lately.
Tuley's take: Over 8
