Center Jack Allen out of Michigan State showed up and proved his potential with a good solid year he could develop into a very good starter for any team that is looking for an heir apparent.
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Prospect Ranking was late 3rd to early 4th has solidified himself as a solid 3rd round prospect. Depending on how free agency goes he is a player that would fit in a Todd Bowles team and would love to see him stay in green & white.
Tackle John Theus from Georgia started at both tackle spots so he may offer some swing tackle potential for NFL teams. Has enough athleticism to help spring runs to the perimeter.
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Like Jack Allen, Theus was a late 3rd round early 4th round prospect that solidified his stock to a mid to late 3rd round grade. JT showed his light feet and fluidity that makes him a candidate for a team looking to develop a year or two to take the reigns at either tackle position.
RB Alex Collins running back from Arkansas proved he is the real deal. Excellent vision on the interior and consistently jukes and side*steps tackle attempts to create additional yardage. Touchdown hog. Plated 32 rushing touchdowns over last three years. Runs with consistent forward lean and always falls forward.
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Been a fan for this kid since day one. He has all the intangibles to be a complete back and a legit starter for many years. He isn't one of Mike Mayock's top 5 but he should be number one overall.
RB Peyton Barber has vision to recognize running crease development. Can weave from cut-to-cut on second level. Flashes good lateral agility to jump*-cut his way into better running lanes when interior traffic is a problem. Intelligent with ability to learn NFL playbook quickly. Makes sound decisions in blitz pick*ups.
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Depending on what we do in free agency the Jets may be in need for two running backs and would not be against taking this kid with the fifth round selection. Basically would replace Zac Stacy and this kid will be playing with a huge chip on his shoulder to prove he belongs everyday and we know Todd Bowles loves these type of prospect(s).
I know everyone is hoping one of the Top 4 offensive tackles fall to 20th but there are better prospects after the Top 2 on day 2 of the draft. Whomever they do select, is going to need to translate to the next level at least one year. Majority of those day two prospects will have to work on developing some aspect but the potential is here this year to find and fill needs for us moving forward on rebuilding one of the oldest offensive lines in the league.
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Player Overview:
Despite having a cat named "Bubbles," Allen is a coach's dream with the leadership, competitiveness and the tenacious mindset to grind out the will of defenders by the end of the fourth quarter. While there are clearly some athletic limitations, Allen is especially adept at minimizing those while accentuating his strengths. There are too many check marks in his favor to expect him to fall short of an NFL career as an eventual starter.
Prospect Ranking was late 3rd to early 4th has solidified himself as a solid 3rd round prospect. Depending on how free agency goes he is a player that would fit in a Todd Bowles team and would love to see him stay in green & white.
Tackle John Theus from Georgia started at both tackle spots so he may offer some swing tackle potential for NFL teams. Has enough athleticism to help spring runs to the perimeter.
Player Overview:
Consistent starting tackle from the SEC who has battled against upper-*echelon college talent. While Theus has experience at both tackle spots, he may have issues in the NFL because he lacks the foot quickness of a left tackle and the power of a right tackle. He has the technique and talent to be drafted and fight for a swing tackle spot within his first two seasons, but he must add strength and mass.
Like Jack Allen, Theus was a late 3rd round early 4th round prospect that solidified his stock to a mid to late 3rd round grade. JT showed his light feet and fluidity that makes him a candidate for a team looking to develop a year or two to take the reigns at either tackle position.
RB Alex Collins running back from Arkansas proved he is the real deal. Excellent vision on the interior and consistently jukes and side*steps tackle attempts to create additional yardage. Touchdown hog. Plated 32 rushing touchdowns over last three years. Runs with consistent forward lean and always falls forward.
Player Overview:
Collins is the epitome of consistency rushing for over 1,000 yards and at least 5.4 yards per carry in each of his three seasons. Vision and footwork are the catalysts for his elusiveness and he has flashed long speed. Collins is a repetitive runner lacking dynamic talent, but he's run in gap, power and zone schemes and should be a scheme fit for most teams looking at running back. Collins should be able to step right in and challenge for carries and red zone work immediately.
Been a fan for this kid since day one. He has all the intangibles to be a complete back and a legit starter for many years. He isn't one of Mike Mayock's top 5 but he should be number one overall.
RB Peyton Barber has vision to recognize running crease development. Can weave from cut-to-cut on second level. Flashes good lateral agility to jump*-cut his way into better running lanes when interior traffic is a problem. Intelligent with ability to learn NFL playbook quickly. Makes sound decisions in blitz pick*ups.
Player Overview:
Redshirt sophomore who came out early, in part, due to depth of next year?s draft class at running back. Barber proved to be steady and productive with plus vision and a nose for pay dirt, but was missing the decisiveness and explosion that teams like from featured backs. Barber has the size and enough wiggle to make an NFL roster, but his draft value might be determined by his ability to help on special teams and on third downs.
Depending on what we do in free agency the Jets may be in need for two running backs and would not be against taking this kid with the fifth round selection. Basically would replace Zac Stacy and this kid will be playing with a huge chip on his shoulder to prove he belongs everyday and we know Todd Bowles loves these type of prospect(s).
I know everyone is hoping one of the Top 4 offensive tackles fall to 20th but there are better prospects after the Top 2 on day 2 of the draft. Whomever they do select, is going to need to translate to the next level at least one year. Majority of those day two prospects will have to work on developing some aspect but the potential is here this year to find and fill needs for us moving forward on rebuilding one of the oldest offensive lines in the league.
Thoughts???
Discuss...
