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Thor Griffith. He and Brown coming back could take our run d from worst to very competitive

This guy could literally be the difference between 5 wins and 10 wins any given year. Glad to see we acknowledge something was wrong and made a change. Also to note, the Vikings play on artificial turf as well.

Here ya go https://www.profootballnetwork.com/travis-hunter-scouting-report-nfl-draft-2025/ basically verbatim my same take earlier in the thread

Think third after nabers and Harrison. Thomas Jr wasn’t that hyped but obviously with what we know now he would be up there too

His route running is fine for college and his insane explosiveness and body control makes him very special. But he doesn’t have the full NFL route tree currently. I think he is that much more athletic than other players in college. In the NFL we will see. Either way, a day 1 elite CB starter imo. Huge ceiling guy at WR with immediate impact

I don’t disagree with you. My pick was Ladd and I hated DM for passing on him but giving XL a fair chance. I used to get in arguments in the game threads because people would say I’m dumb for pointing out XL doesn’t even extend his arms on balls he can’t catch at least trying to draw PI or potentially break up an INT. There’s some basic basic stuff he does not do, and at his age it’s concerning. Let’s hope he gets it figured out

Not directly answering your question, but what I’ve enjoyed (and helps the offseason go by) is taking in the info from all of them then going and watch the film. Kinda fun if you come away with the same impressions. I also like to do it the other way, find a random guy with a round 4 grade or something, watch the tape, then go compare my feedback to the “pros”

I imagine there is a good reason for it but between Brooks waiting a long time for his ACL surgery and whatever is going on here, it does seem weird. XL needs the jugs more than anyone on the team, if this wrist thing holds him out until TC that’s pretty bad. XL could be a #1 if he learns to stop body cradling everything, but that takes a ton ton ton of reps

I agree with you he is clear cut #1 CB and it isn’t particularly close. And I really like Johnson as well. WR I don’t think he is the best right now but most likely has the highest ceiling. His body control and athleticism is generationally elite. He cannot run routes tho lol he’s out there playing backyard. That can be taught, but I think he ends up a full time CB in the NFL

Why are you so aggressive lol I never said that, you are going off on a completely new argument now. I said 2:1 isn’t realistic. Of course playing both ways takes more toll on the body. It also doesn’t count as 2 full years of football on a 19/20 year old, that’s just silly.

Because that obviously isn’t how wear on the body works. It isn’t a linear yearly thing therefore allowing you to multiply by 2 or 3. He’s still 21 years old

I don't think it's exactly a 2:1 translation but I see your point. Year 1 also was at JSU which for a guy of his talent is really just another year in HS.

Oh wow top 50 is pretty rough. He has absolutely elite ball tracking skills, his lack is probably on the route running side. Which yeah, not ideal coming into the NFL but can be taught. elite athleticism, body control, and ball tracking really you either have or don't. I think he would instantly be a top 50 WR but has the potential to be top 10. On the CB side I really don't see the Will Johnson is better angle. Will is good, but again Hunter is elite. An instant impact, top 10 CB year 1 kind of dude with potential to be a top 3 island type of guy. All of the above is assuming he focuses full time on one or the another.

Yeah BPA always need a caveat. For example, we wouldn't draft Jeanty there if he truly is the best left. Or another QB. It needs to be BPA at position to an extent. But LT is prob one of those positions (DE/CB the others) I feel you can make an exception and always take if it's truly the BPA unless you have a true franchise guy already there (dont think we do in Ickey).

If he is actually BPA then yes. Save money with Moton and flip Icky to the right or trade Icky for a pick. I really do think y'all will be surprised tho with the defensive players at 8. I think Will goes early, Hunter, TMac (surprise), Johson, and the 2 QBs. I wouldn't be shocked if Carter is the only non CB off the board from a defensive perspective at 8.

Hate it. No more drafting ole Miss either

Bryce is so good on the mic. He also sounds like a 16 year old lol.

We can’t evaluate WR so the only options I see is go pay a lot for a guy who is proven or draft the consensus #1 WR

Is Smitty usually way off on WR draft picks? I just vaguely remember he really liked Mingo

He was a very high level talent guy that was known needed some time to adapt to the NFL. Also I think in our scheme the MLB calls the defense and has the headset. It definitely is not an easy position for a rookie

I think it’s still Wallace. He was not supposed to be ready last year but injuries made him play a ton. He has a nose for the ball and think will be okay this year

Would give my left nut for this draft

I think Vrabel is a home run and has them playoff contenders by year 2. Cowboys are doing a 1 year hold. Maybe Deion said he needs one more year in college so he doesn’t get in same year his sons get drafted. Ben Johnson I have no idea, Caleb is going to be really good but can you get over the dysfunction of being the Bears? Is Johnson a guy who can build a culture? He learned from the best so maybe. no clue on JAX, going to say it doesn’t work because they’re still JAX. Same for Jets. wtf is NOLA doing

that's exactly it. being reported its a 3 year contract, he prob is there for 3 years to right the culture then retire

Ugh when’s the last time we got a good natty? The Tua game? This sucks