Nawrocki hates everybody

[stirs]

It's that time of year

 

 

Here are 2 of his top 10 red flag guys

 

 

Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel

Suspect intangibles -- not a leader by example or known to inspire by his words. Carries a sense of entitlement and prima-donna arrogance seeking out the bright lights of Hollywood. Is known to party too much and is drawn to all the trappings of the game. ... Has defied the odds and proven to be a great college-system quarterback, but still must prove he is willing to work to be great, adjust his hard-partying, Hollywood lifestyle and be able to inspire his teammates by more than his playmaking ability.

South Carolina DE Jadeveon Clowney

Lacks discipline on and off the field and has had to be managed closely since he arrived on campus. Needs to learn what it means to be a pro. Plays in spurts and is too much of a flash player -- does not consistently dominate like he could. Is still immature and finding his way -- too much of a follower.

[Mr. Scot]

I'm with him on Manziel.

 

Don't know as much about Clowney, but that's not the first time I've heard that particular criticism thrown his way.

[TheRed]

I'm sure Nolan Nawrocki will be able to rest easy tonight knowing that stirs is here to protect his good name.

Him, and the rest of his ilk can take a long walk off a short cliff.

[Mr. Scot]

I'm sure Nolan Nawrocki will be able to rest easy tonight knowing that stirs is here to protect his good name.

Him, and the rest of his ilk can take a long walk off a short cliff.

 

Yeah, he sure did a hatchet job on Teddy Bridgewater (link)

 

Strengths: Extremely competitive and driven to succeed. Well-prepared and confident in his approach. Operated a pro-style, progression-read offense where he is asked to scan the whole field and set protections. Footwork is very clean and in rhythm -- throws on balance with sound mechanics, a fluid delivery and smooth stroke ... Is patient working through his reads and will step up in the pocket ... Is very mentally and physically tough ... Is a student of the game with a very good understanding of football concepts. Plays like a coach on the field, knows the responsibilities of everyone on the field and can get teammates lined up correctly. Makes few mental errors ... Is given a lot of autonomy to make pre-snap reads and adjustments at the line of scrimmage and understands how to exploit defenses. Meticulous in his preparation. Has a passion for the game and really works at it. Smart, determined and focused. Is only 21 years old -- incredibly mature for his age and can see the big picture. Really works at his craft and showed gradual improvement every season. Football is extremely important to him. Highly respected, unselfish team leader.

 

Weaknesses: Has a very lean, narrow frame with limited bulk and small hands. Does not drive the ball with velocity down the field and can be affected by cold and windy conditions (see Cincinnati). Can improve placement and touch on the deep ball. Adequate athlete. Is not an overly elusive scrambler -- struggles escaping the rush and buying a second chance with his feet vs. pressure. Passing stats are padded from operating a passing game that relies heavily on short, lateral tosses. Long-term durability could become a concern without continued strength and weight gains.

 

Bottom Line: A calculated, football-smart, precision-matchup rhythm passer, Bridgewater would be best suited entering a warm-weather or dome environment such as those most common in the South divisions. Would stand to benefit heavily from operating a short, dink-and-dunk rhythm passing game. Compensates for a lack of elite arm talent and prototype measureables with the intangibles and football intelligence that could elevate the other 52 players around him. Instinctive passer with the laser-beam determination to become a Pro Bowl-caliber passer in the right system.

 

Stirs, you should have linked to the full article in the OP.

 

Johnny Manziel leads most controversial prospects in NFL draft

 

[Delhommey]

I wish Manziel was black so old cranks' heads would just collectively explode.

[TheRed]

Well I guess it's safe to say Mr. Scot still has his framed autographed Nolan Nawrcoki photo hanging in his office.

[Cary Kollins]

"fake smile"

[Mr. Scot]

Well I guess it's safe to say Mr. Scot still has his framed autographed Nolan Nawrcoki photo hanging in his office.

 

As draft analysts go, I was a much bigger fan of Joel Buchsbaum.  The only argument I made was that his analysis wasn't racist.

 

But by all means, please show me the racism in the profile of Teddy Bridgewater linked above, if you can.

 

For comparison's sake, here's the one for Johnny Manziel (link)

 

[TheRed]

As draft analysts go, I was a much bigger fan of Joel Buchsbaum. The only argument I made was that his analysis wasn't racist.

But by all means, please show me the racism in the profile of Teddy Bridgewater linked above, if you can.

For comparison's sake, here's the one for Johnny Manziel (link)

No one said anything about him being racist.

My issue with him is he passes off lazy, and irresponsible writing as real sports journalism. He isn't the only one either, many of these "analysts" are basically the Joe Person's of their profession.

[Mr. Scot]

No one said anything about him being racist.

 

Seriously?

 

Oy.

[BeasonBeastingBacks]

I want Nawrocki to leave.  Not too mention he did all the prospect grading for NFL.com and its just absolutely blegh.

[TheRed]

Seriously?

Oy.

I'm speaking in this thread. I can't account for everybody in 2011.

[Delhommey]

Johnny Football will always be hated by the subset of college football fans that want their QB's to pretend to be humble and love Jesus while they beat their girlfriends and date rape half the campus. I can't wait for him to make even more enemies in the NFL.

 

Somebody tell me what he's done wrong other than be honest? People act like he's the only college football player living his weekends at the bar.

[TheRed]

Johnny Manziel, at college, drinking..... My god!