Some alternatives to Raji @ # 3
by Steve_Chiefs on Mar 15, 2009 10:34 PM CDT
Email
PrintI post this as some good Scout work could find players in later rounds or undrafted FA's that could fill KC needs.
2009 NFL Draft Prospect Scouting Report:
Terrance Taylor, DT, Michigan 6'0 - 319 lbs.
Combine scores 5.24 in 40 and 37 reps at 225 Round 4-5
The University of Michigan's Terrance Taylor is a phenomenal athlete.
Aside from being a top football recruit out of high school, Taylor was
also a three time state power lifting champion in Michigan, and the
undefeated heavyweight state wrestling champion as a senior. Taylor's
training as a wrestler has helped his football tremendously, because of
the sports focus on positioning, balance and technique. His massive frame
has allowed him to eat up blockers during his collegiate career, even
while playing the nose tackle in former coach Lloyd Carr's 3-4 defense.
Taylor has played in 47 games during his career as a Wolverine,
registering 104 tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, and has
batted down 3 passes at the line of scrimmage. His athletic ability
has even made a difference for the Michigan special teams unit,
where he blocked two kicks during his junior year and 1 as a senior.
Taylor will provide whichever NFL team that drafts him with some versatility.
He would be perfect in a 4-3 system with a smaller pass rushing tackle at his side,
and is very comfortable playing nose tackle in the 3-4 alignment.
Taylor also has the size/speed combination that could cause offenses nightmares
if he lined up as a huge 3-4 defensive end at times. If he works out well and
can run a 4.8 second 40 at the combine (his unofficial best time),
his stock would sky rocket. Taylor could go anywhere in the second to fourth round,
depending on the demand for defensive tackles at the top of the draft.
Terrance Taylor participated in the East-West Shrine Game in January.
Taylor proved during the week of practice to be extremely tough to block one on one.
During the weekend's game, Taylor recorded 3 tackles and showed the ability to
take on multiple blockers so his linebackers were free to make plays.
or
profootballtalk.com
Will Johnson, DT, Michigan 6'4 - 281 lbs.
Pro day combined score of 61.4 and not even a top 200 prospect.
University of Michigan strongman defensive tackle Will Johnson flexed his
muscles at his campus Pro Day in a performance reminiscent of weightlifters
Hans and Franz of old Saturday Night Live fame. Johnson bench pressed 225
pounds a staggering 47 times, according to Gil Brandt of NFL.com.
It's believed to be a record for an incoming NFL draft prospect,
according to NFL Draft Scout. The 6-foot-4, 281-pound defensive lineman
ran the 40-yard dash in 5.07 and 5.1 seconds, had a 9-4 broad jump,
a 4.61 time in the short shuttle and a 7.5 in the three-cone drill.
I imagine that there are some players out there at WR, LB, and O-line also.
This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of Arrowhead Pride's writers or editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of Arrowhead Pride writers or editors.
12 comments
|
0 recs |
Do you like this story?
Comments
6'0?
too small… Might as well campaign for Dorsey
Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.
Raji is 6'2 Height isn't the issue, Girth and strength
Plus Dorsey is Weakside DE
by Steve_Chiefs on Mar 15, 2009 11:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Girth and strength
I keep hearing my wife mention those words, I didn’t realize she was into football.
"But what do I know, I'm AP's new assclown and I’m like an empty room with a large ECHO"
B.J.Raji 5.13 in 40 and 33 reps at combine
2009 NFL Draft Prospect Scouting Report:
person
B.J. Raji, DT, Boston College
During the 2006 campaign, B.J. Raji tallied 8.5 tackles-for-loss and three sacks. Off that success, he could have been an early second day selection in the 2008 Draft. Since he was academically ineligible during the 2007 season, it was certainly an option. But Raji spent that season on the sidelines and came back strong in 2008. Early in the 2008 season, the 6-1, 323 pound defensive tackle has been a dominating run stopper and a tough match-up for any Atlantic Coast Conference opponent.
Despite his size, Raji is deceptively quick. His first step is very impressive and then he will use his strength to simply run over the opposing lineman. Raji does just about everything well that one would hope from a defensive tackle. His positioning and instincts are solid and combined with his athleticism and strength, Raji pretty much has it all.
The most important thing for Raji is to stay healthy and continue to prove that his year off did not negatively effect his game. So far that time on the sidelines appears to have been a positive for Raji as the beginning of the 2008 campaign has gone very well. If that continues, he could be a first round selection when all is said and done.
12/25 Update: The rest of the 2008 campaign went nearly as well as the beginning for Raji. He ended the regular season with seven sacks and 13 tackles-for-loss. While he did not keep up with his early pace, Raji did not put forth any less effort. The difference was that the opposing line knew that they had to stop him. While they were busy worrying about Raji, the rest of the Eagles got most of the production.
2/11 Update: Raji had a superb showing at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. He often outworked, and was practically unblockable against, some of the best guard and center prospects in the draft. Raji has been doing that for about four years at Boston College, but showing his stuff at the Senior Bowl has made his draft stock sky rocket. Right now the worst case scenario for Raji looks like a top ten selection.
I’m not promoting anyone but possible Alt picks for Chiefs.
Plus everyone seems to have gone to bed or Watching Chiefs games on Web.
Maybe there will be some discussion tommorrow.
Raji...........
Is good i agree but comparing film on him and G.Dorsey =Dorsey win! I dont think we will be picking at #3, i love A.Curry he’s is best guy in this draft IMO,but i think we’ll be trading down and i hope going after Clay.Matthews. This team need’s a MLB even more if we are going 3-4 !
hell no
he couldn’t even play DE in a 4-3
Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.
Try checking out
Antonio Dixon out of Miami
Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.
He's got quite a story
Homeless, injuries, Stutters but a National Honor Society member. Raji has some adjusting to school issues. But yeah, These players are what I think Pioli is looking for as a TEAM concept.
by Steve_Chiefs on Mar 15, 2009 11:54 PM CDT up reply actions
what do you think of Dixon as our 6th or 7th
With the Parcells mentality in KC injury will be less of a factor, just as has been on all of Parcells teams. He has the size to play NT on day 1
Time is a great teacher... unfortunately it kills all it's pupils.
I'm Not seeing on multiple sites
FFToolbox, Scout.com, Draft Tek. that Dixon is even thought of as draft choice
But Undrafted FA, But I’m All for finding any diamonds in the rough that WE can polish up.
The Chiefs have grabbed a few Great Story Guys in past. Hali has turn out okay. The Nigerian Nightmare was great for a few years. But most haven’t panned out.
some 6-7 Rd DT’s
DT 175 Darryl Richard SR 6-4/290/- Georgia Tech Destrehan, LA
DT 182 Sammie Lee Hill SR 6-4/328/- Stillman West Blocton, AL
Was Dixon pushed out by Joe Joseph? Why only 5 starts?
Comments For This Post Are Closed
Secondary Sidebar
User Tools
FanPosts
Community blog posts and discussion.
Certain photos copyright © 2012 by Associated Press or Getty Images. Any commercial use or distribution without the express written consent of Associated Press and Getty Images is strictly prohibited.
