Welcome Jamar Williams

[Urrymonster]

Jamar Williams is not a world beater, however he is not the scrub that everyone is crying out that he is. He could potentially compete in the SLB battle, however another possibility is that he is now our MLB back up if Connor is starting at SLB.

I know everyone loves information, so here it is.

2006 Physical Tests

40 yard - 4.59

20 Yard - 2.69

10 Yard - 1.61

Vertical Jump - 37

Broad Jump - 10'00"

Shuttle - 4.29

Cone - 7.03

2006 Scouting Report

Positives: Has a developing frame with tight muscle, thin waist, good bubble, broad shoulders and knotted calves … Worked on increasing his stamina and speed during the 2005 off-season, dropping close to 15 pounds, and the result was much better initial quickness and acceleration (reduced 40-yard dash time from 4.8 to 4.66) … Has better foot balance and body control as a senior, showing a quick burst to get an edge on the offensive tackle … Does a nice job of reading and diagnosing plays and played with better control in 2005 … Knows how to "get small" and slip through blocks on his forward charge … His quick reactions see him consistently get into position to make the play … Very good at anticipating passes, demonstrating natural hands to look the ball in, and has enough acceleration to gain valid yardage after the interception … Better when moving forward than laterally … Disruptive blitzer who gets better penetration off the weak side, as he will usually have an unimpeded lane to the quarterback … Does a good job of rerouting tight ends and backs at the line of scrimmage and has a good feel for short area zone concepts.

Negatives: Lacks lateral agility (stiff hips) and while he can slip off blocks, if an offensive lineman gets a piece of his body, he will struggle to disengage … Lacks the strength to stack and control at the point of attack … Can be pushed back when he fails to use his hands to keep defenders away from his body … Does a good job of reading plays, but will get out of control in his pursuit and he does not have the loose hips to plant, drive and redirect … More of a drag-down tackler who needs to do a better job of extending his arms to wrap and secure … Gets bounced out when trying to plug inside run lanes … Has a quick backpedal, but takes false steps in transition because of a lack of fluidity … Can be much more effective pushing the pocket if he stays in control.

Williams made great progress during the 2005 off-season to increase his speed, acceleration and stamina. The loss of close to 15 pounds of bulk allowed him to show better range working down the line, compensating some for his stiff hips. He is very good at recognizing plays developing and reacting quickly, but still gets out of control in his pursuit at times. Because he does not have fluid hips, when he outruns the play, he struggles to recover.

Williams is best when taking on plays in front of him, but could use more upper body strength and better hand placement in attempts to shed blocks. He can slip off blocks and disrupt the backfield, but if a lineman latches on to his body, he does not generate the hand jolt to shock or stay active with those hands to shed.

Williams has natural hands for interceptions and does a good job of trying to reroute tight ends and backs coming off the snap. He can keep relationship with receivers underneath, but even with his improved quickness, he does not have the plant-and-drive agility or valid speed to stay with receivers on deep routes.

Versatility is one of his better assets, as he is really not ready for "prime time" yet and might never be. But he can bring good value in nickel and dime situations because of his ball skills. He does not have the power needed to play strongside and might not have the speed to cover the quicker backs playing on the weak side. With his ability to make plays on the ball and disrupt the pocket, middle linebacker could be his future home.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/historical/423685?tag=CombineHistoryTableData;CombineHistoryTable2006

Jamar Williams was eventually drafted in the 4th round (#120 overall) by the Chicago Bears.

So what has he done since then???

Well the short answer is not too much, however as each season has ticked by he has seen more and more playing time and responsibility.

2006

Featured in all 3 games, recording 2 tackles

2007

Featured in all 16 games and made one start at the Will position.

Finished the season with 30 tackles, 1 Sack, 2 PDef

2008

Featured primarily on special teams recording 8 tackles

2009

Played 265 snaps at OLB, switching between Sam and Will frequently

Started in place of Briggs in week 13 against St. Louis and recorded 12 tackles and another 5 assisted tackles

In his other start he recorded 4 tackles

He recorded 28 tackles, 7 assisted tackles, 15 defensive stops & 2 PDef

Stops is highlighted as the ratio of tackles to stops is startling.

Only the three starters, Hillenmeyer, Roach & Briggs player more at LB than he did

What exactly do we have then...?

We do not have a player who is going to make a huge difference to us, however we have a player that appeared to be emerging from ambiguity from the early part of his career.

He is athletic, he is experienced in the cover 2 and he fills obviously needed depth.

If you look at Chris Harris for the last two years, he is basically the same calibre of player, only we Jamar is only 25 and appeared to be improving and ready to contend for a starting role.

Jamar was buried on the depth chart early in his career against 3 incumbents and multiple experienced back ups. However he has shone in the limited full time position he has recently seen.

He is great against the run, but possibly struggles in coverage. Due to the similarities, he should be able to replicate that promise with us.

Best case scenario

He competes for the starting SLB position

Worst Case scenario

He is a back up behind Anderson/Connor at the OLB positions

Video

For those who dont like to read

Interview regarding his phenominal game against St. Louis http://origin-www.chicagobears.com/multimedia/multimediapopup.asp?mm_file_id=1776&play_clip=Y

[JungleCat]

Well, it sucks about Harris but I hope this guy does good for us.

[Guest silver82blade]

t-o-o m-u-c-h r-e-a-d-i-n-g .... eyes hurt. i'll just skip the analysis and wait for the preseason.

[Snake]

t-o-o m-u-c-h r-e-a-d-i-n-g .... eyes hurt. i'll just skip the analysis and wait for the preseason.

If you dont like reading then you should not be on a message board.

[[email protected]]

Rep to you sir.

I think he will contribute allot to the D/ST.

[Proudiddy]

James Anderson:

Campus: 4.47 in the 40-yard dash … 385-pound bench press … 540-pound squat … 326-pound power clean … 41.5-inch vertical jump … 32 -inch arm length … 9 -inch hands … Right-handed … 21/41 Wonderlic score.

Combine: 4.50 seconds in the 40-yard dash. … 40-inch vertical jump. … 10'04" broad jump. … did not participate in the 225-pound bench press.

I like what we already have better... Should've gotten back DL or WR help.

[MadHatter]

If you dont like reading then you should not be on a message board.

Go easy on the little tike.....it is not his fault that he has to slowly sound out every word he reads.

He is not slow.....he is "Special":eek:

[jakesthemistake]

screw this kid i want Chris back=[

[The Saltman]

Chris got traded?

:leaving:

[MurkN]

Who?

[chknwing]

your saying hes not a scrub because he can compete right now in the SLB battle. That does not mean hes not a scrub. it could mean that position is weak.

[MadHatter]

your saying hes not a scrub because he can compete right now in the SLB battle. That does not mean hes not a scrub. it could mean that position is weak.

If you think Anderson or Conner means the position is weak, you have shown that you know NOTHING about football.

The forum for women's soccer is down the hall...you might be better off there.:hand:

[chknwing]

ok, I will tell John Fox you said the position is fine and he can send him back to chicago. If carolina thought they were set at that position, they would not have made this trade.

[HSCBandit07]

Kind of sucks for Connor.