NFL cut list
 

Lets see if we can keep this to one thread. List a player cut that you want the saints to look at.

Lions | A. Malone released
Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:54:52 -0700

DetroitLions.com reports the Detroit Lions have released rookie free agent CB Antonio Malone.

Height: 5-11 3/4 | Weight: 200 | 40-Time: 4.59
Strengths:
Size is okay with a solid frame and long arms...Has pretty good speed and quickness...Tough and plays bigger than he is...Physical and plays with a nasty demeanor...Able to recover from mistakes...Will support the run...Experienced.

Weaknesses:
Can be too aggressive at times...Will miss some tackles...Footwork and technique need some attention...Needs to play within himself...Struggles when he has to play in space or in zone coverage...Has a history of trouble with concussions.

Notes:
A three-year starter...Probably needs to be in the right scheme to succeed...Might struggle with the NFL's rules against contact beyond five yards...Probably profiles as more of a backup in the pros but you have to love his intensity and attitude.
http://www.nfldraftcountdown.com/sco...niomalone.html

thats funny ****. the guy hits people so hard that he often recieves concussions

he sounds like he could be a great gunner. lol

Special teams demon. You need to be punch drunk to play special teams anyway.

Yeah but it's so much fun..
"wedge buster"
ahhh....memories...

Bears | Thompson released
Wed, 28 Jun 2006 13:02:54 -0700

ChicagoBears.com reports the Chicago Bears have released CB Chris Thompson.


We need to upgrade special teams. here is another.



Chris Thompson
Position: Cornerback
College: Nicholls State
Height: 6-0
Weight: 191
Hometown: New Orleans, La.

OVERVIEW
Regarded by many as the best cover cornerback in the NCAA Division I-AA ranks, and is also highly regarded for his special teams play, holding the school season and career records for blocked kicks … A model of consistency, as he has not allowed a touchdown reception by an opponent during his career … Became the first Nicholls State player to be named to an All-America team (2002) since Darryl Pounds received the award in 1994 … Started 32 of 35 games for the Colonels, recording 148 tackles (90 solos) with 11 interceptions, 28 pass deflections, two forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries and a school career-record eight blocked kicks.
ANALYSIS
Positives: Has very good muscle development, with broad shoulders, thick arms, a small waist and well-defined thighs … Leader by example, who will not hesitate to speak up … His hard work ethic and high character make him well-respected by teammates … Plays with great field vision … Quick to key and diagnose the plays (even complicated formations) … Has the ideal size needed to play in press coverage and shows sudden moves and fluid foot motion attacking the ball … Alert playing the zone, utilizing his sudden acceleration to instantly gain depth in his backpedal … Knows how to get his hands underneath the receiver's jersey to rock the opponent off-stride near the line of scrimmage … Shows proper backpedal posture, staying low in his stance with a hip swerve through transition (gets a sharp jump on the ball with the proper feel for the switch-offs in the zone) … Quick to close on the ball and times his leaps perfectly to get to the pigskin at its high point … Has soft, natural hands for the interception and shows good strength to shed blocks when providing run support … His speed, flexibility and recovery agility allows him to quickly recover on deep routes … Times the pass well, using his excellent leaping ability with proper hand extension to secure the ball before turning upfield … Tough athlete who, despite a lack of ideal bulk, shows no hesitation facing up to blockers when working in the box … Solid wrap-up tackler who stays low in his pads and has the hip snap to make plays moving laterally.
Negatives: While fast to turn in transition, he needs to do a better job of opening his hips (some tightness in his turn) … Can elevate to get to the ball at its high point, but needs to show more consistency timing his jumps … Shows good tackling form and willingness in run support, but could use added strength in order to prevent getting run over by the larger blockers.

AGILITY TESTS
4.53 in the 40-yard dash … 255-pound bench press … 405-pound squat … 31-inch arm length … 9¼-inch hands … Right-handed.

http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/chris_thompson

Buccaneers | Rodgers waived
Thu, 29 Jun 2006 14:26:34 -0700

Buccaneers.com reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have waived OT Stefan Rodgers.

An area scout asked to identify a Draft Day sleeper pointed to Lambuth OT Stefan Rodgers (6-4, 301), a player about whom PFW was alerted prior to the Scouting Combine.

http://www.extremeskins.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=97791

LAMBUTH, TN (March 23rd) senior offensive tackle STEFAN RODGERS (#55) ran between 5.21 and 5.24 in the 40... 4.53/4.60 short shuttle... 7.65 three-cone... 31" vertical... 8'5" broad jump and also did 22 reps of 225 pounds... weighed in 6034, 304 pounds... due to the weather conditions he ran the 40 on an old tennis court and his shuttle and drills were done on a soggy, grass field... a total of four teams were in attendance... he has a private workout scheduled for later today (25th) with five new teams coming in, plus a private visit scheduled with Chicago.

http://sportsforum.ws/showthread.php?t=154065

Special teams will kick @ss !!!!!

Giants | McAlmont waived
Thu, 6 Jul 2006 14:21:29 -0700

The New York Giants have announced the team has waived OG Kevin McAlmont.


--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Giants | UDFA McAlmont signed
Mon, 5 Jun 2006 20:41:45 -0700

The New York Giants have signed undrafted rookie free agent OG Kevin McAlmont (Western Carolina) to a two-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.

BIO: Three-year starter who began his career at defensive tackle before moving to the offensive side of the ball.

POSITIVES: Strong, small-area lineman best in confined quarters. Quick into blocks, stays square and anchors at the point. Tough, controls defenders or turns them off the line. Holds the school bench-press record.

NEGATIVES: Bends at the waist, lacks balance and lunges into defenders. Marginally effective in space or blocking on the move.

ANALYSIS: Possessing a terrific build, McAlmont could fit as an eighth offensive lineman on the roster.

PROJECTION: Undrafted Free Agent

Giants | Anderson waived
Thu, 6 Jul 2006 14:19:21 -0700

The New York Giants have announced the team has waived DT Sir Henry Anderson.

Oregon St

Height: 6-3 7/8 | Weight: 306 | 40-Time: 5.25

Official Bio

Strengths:
Has good size and a solid frame...Plays with great leverage...Does an excellent job of shedding and taking on multiple blockers...Stout at the point and will get a good push and hold his ground...Is able to penetrate and collapse the pocket.

Weaknesses:
Does not provide much in terms of a pass rush...Conditioning and stamina have been questioned...Is not very athletic or agile...Upside might be limited to that of just a situational player...Was very inconsistent...Has some durability concerns.

Notes:
Missed the entire 2002 season with a broken right forearm...Always played in a defensive tackle rotation...The type who will never be a star at the next level but could play a role for some team as a two-down guy to occupy space in the middle

How about we just sign Rafael Nadal and line him up at CB opposite McKenzie? He's got great burst, can change direction in a heartbeat and can cover gaps in a hurry. OK, so I'm a fan of his, but I figured I'd mention it since he's the best defensive player in tennis.

Texans | Pierce waived
Fri, 14 Jul 2006 18:29:15 -0700

The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans LB Terry Pierce has been waived by the team.

Height: 6' 1"
Weight: 251 lbs.
College: Kansas State
Born: in Fort Worth, Texas
Acquired: Draft #2 (51st overall), 2003
Pro Year: 3rd
Year with Broncos: 3rd
NFL Games Played/Started: 18/0
Postseason: 1/0

http://www.denverbroncos.com/page.ph...&contentID=750
another good cheap player

Texans | Brock waived
Fri, 14 Jul 2006 18:28:37 -0700

The Houston Chronicle reports Houston Texans LB Fredrick Brock has been waived by the team.


OLB | (6'4", 233, 4.86) | TEXAS SOUTHERN

on brock this was said from the east west shrine game.
LB 59 Fredricc Brock - Texas Southern - Flashed twice with tackles for loss. Tough competitor that hits hard and walks the walk.

http://www.draftdaddy.com/prospects/eastWest.cfm

Tennis is gay, and any player on the ATP tour would die if they tried playing a game of football.

Bengals | Rideaux waived
Mon, 17 Jul 2006 13:05:47 -0700

The Cincinnati Bengals have announced the team has waived rookie CB DeMarcus Rideaux.

DeMarcus Rideaux 6-0 198, Maryville State (NAIA)

A two-time All DAC-10 selection at defensive back, Rideaux made the switch from cornerback to free safety midway through the 2004 season. Rideaux made 42 solo tackles, including three for losses, added 16 assisted tackles, and blocked a kick. He also deflected five passes. His play on the field and physical ability has brought numerous National Football League scouts to the Mayville State campus. At least 14 NFL teams have now visited campus to look at film and visit Rideaux.

Raiders | Cooper waived
Tue, 18 Jul 2006 19:14:53 -0700

Raiders.com reports the Oakland Raiders have waived LB Roger Cooper.

http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/2005/cooper_roger
Position: Outside Linebacker
College: Montana State
Height: 6-2
Weight: 243

ANALYSIS
Cooper is a natural team leader who plays his heart out on the field. He is an instinctive, hard-hitting tackler, but does play under control. He has a good feel for blocking schemes, but needs to be more active with his hands when trying to disengage. He has a strong body that he hurls around to make the play and the lateral agility to string out the sweep and squeeze down. He is not a quick shedder though, as he tends to stack at a high stance and needs to play lower in his pads.

When he gets proper hand extension, Cooper is effective at warding off blocks. He drops back in pass coverage quickly in the short area, as he will use his power to re-route the running backs and tight ends. He runs well and shows a good burst to close down the line and his hip flexibility lets him shadow a short receiver. Cooper's agility is evident with his ability to change directions in a chase.

Cooper makes plays on the ball from all over the field and can generate good pass rush heat coming off the edge. When he takes on the lead block, he can push the fullback back through the rush lane, but needs to stay lower in his pads doing this or he will get stonewalled. He hunts down the ball from across the field and stays at a good pad level to wrap and secure as a tackler. He is sometimes slow to sniff out the ball at the point of attack, but he has the recovery speed to close quickly.

Cooper lacks natural hands to make the interception. He does use his long arms effectively to gain separation and is best when coming off the edge, as he can generate a good upfield burst. He is a strong wrap-up tackler, especially in the open field. While he has good recovery speed, he appears better suited to work along the line of scrimmage. Cooper is a decent blitzer, but just seems to lack the fluid hip snap needed to operate in space or trail the receivers in man coverage.

Cooper plays with a high motor and is known for his explosive hits, but you would have hoped he could have dominated better considering the level of competition he faced. This is a player on the cusp of putting it all together. Some linebackers might go ahead of him in the draft, but he proved that he can play with the big boys in the college all-star game circuit. This could be that sleeper who sneaks into the early part of the second day of the draft.
AGILITY
4.68 in the 40-yard dash … 370-pound bench press … 500-pound squat … 327-pound power clean … 31-inch vertical jump … 33-inch arm length … 9 1/8-inch hands … Right-handed


hmmm

Vikings | R. Cobbs released
Fri, 21 Jul 2006 18:51:00 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Minnesota Vikings have released rookie free agent CB R.J. Cobbs.

Cobbs starred at running back and defensive back for coaches Dave Albano and Phil Longo at Par Hills, where he set school records for interceptions in a career (18), single-season rushing yards (1,587 as a junior) and most TDs in a game (six).......The versatile Cobbs (5-11, 190) started at tailback, cornerback and wide receiver at UMass. He was also a dynamic return man.....
http://www.dailyrecord.com/apps/pbcs.../1013/SPORTS08

Player Position Gil's comments
R.J. Cobbs CB Cobbs (5-10, 197) worked out at Boston College's pro day. He ran his 40s in 4.45 and 4.48 seconds. He also ran the short shuttle in 4.40 and the three-cone drill in 6.94. In addition, he had a 36½-inch vertical jump, a 9-foot-9 broad jump and 19 bench presses.
http://nfl.com/draft/analysis/individual_workouts#umass

Watched this kid play up here in boston. he can play alot of postion very well. this is a player we should look at. I would love to see use call him in for a workout. this is the best of the UFA yet. Another Freddy Mac. I do not give out a "Freddy" often. Practice squad or special team gunner. he has the "P" word and can live up to it IMO

Eagles | Skinner released
Fri, 21 Jul 2006 16:32:06 -0700

The Philadelphia Eagles released OT Dejuan Skinner Friday, July 21.

Dejuan Skinner knows he can play football. He always has. It used to be the other stuff that was the problem...6-5, 349
http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/ho...l.jsp?id=49669
abit of a project but was one of the best OT in div,II

Buccaneers | Phinisee signed
Fri, 21 Jul 2006 15:44:39 -0700

Buccaneers.com reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers agreed to terms with CB Justin Phinisee on a contract Friday, July 21.

5-10 197 .....Phinisee can make it in the NFL as a backup cornerback and safety who will make most of his plays on the special teams coverage units and as a punt returner

http://www.sportsline.com/nfl/players/draft/1108941

Giants | K. Coley released
Fri, 21 Jul 2006 08:41:49 -0700

Michael Eisen, of Giants.com, reports the New York Giants have released LB Kevis Coley.

Defensive Player of the Year
Kevis Coley, Sr. Southern Miss 6-1, 231lbs, 4.60
Not only did Coley lead the league in tackles with 144, he made 22 more stops than the number two tackler. His solo tackles along would've made him the league's 18th best. He was also one of the league's top pass rushers with five sacks.
http://www.collegefootballnews.com/C...s/All_CUSA.htm

MLB with OLB speed? interesting. ya'll probly saw him play. tell me more.

Broncos | Gause waived from team
Mon, 24 Jul 2006 18:44:15 -0700

The Denver Broncos announced DL George Gause has been waived from the team.

Pros: Consistently improving, has put up good numbers. Is very strong, has good size.
Cons: Has split time between LB and DE, needs more time at the position, will improve. Speed is average, not great.
http://www.nflfans.com/draft/2005/sh...y=George+Gause
http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/2005/gause_george

Broncos | Buhl waived from team
Mon, 24 Jul 2006 18:43:45 -0700

The Denver Broncos announced LB Josh Buhl has been waived from the team.

Pros: He has very good experience at LB and has excellent speed and quickness for the position. He has a nose for the ball, always around the action. Outstanding mobility, all over the field, and very opportunistic.

Cons: Josh struggles against big blockers and must improve his handwork to shed them. Needs to ass bulk and strength for bulk/mass/strength in the NFL, plays with too much finesse and needs to play more aggressive
http://www.nflfans.com/draft/2004/sh...?key=Josh+Buhl

Patriots | Doty waived
Mon, 24 Jul 2006 18:40:06 -0700

Patriots.com reports New England Patriots OT Jon Doty has been waived from the team

ANALYSIS: A finesse blocker who does a solid job protecting the quarterback's blind side, Doty offers good upside potential for the next level. Already effective in pass protection, he must add bulk and strength to his frame to complete the package
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/foo...ers/58664.html

Eagles - Released Jeff Roehl only two days after claiming him off waivers...Saw a story about this guy on the NFL network a year or two back when he was a rookie with the Giants...He ended up starting several games for them...IMO i think he would be a good pick up...he's a Coughlin guy so he's used to discipline..we could use another tackle and he's young

'06 in NFL Europe.
Yep that was his 15 minutes of fame as a rookie. Remeber his playing time was due to FA loss and injuries in NY.
In 06 he did so so in europe. At least that was the word here in Boston. Maybe he is happy with the 15 minutes of fame. The Eagles are pretty deep with back ups, its the starters they are having trouble with. As for the Patriots they have excellent depth on the line. Last year proved it. In NE as a third option on the line at best. So he might be worth a look.
Sorry I missed that one.

Chiefs | Bragg released
Wed, 26 Jul 2006 20:20:50 -0700

The Kansas City Chiefs have released CB Michael Bragg.

Height 6-1
Weight 190
Years Experience 1
Birthdate 12/31/1981
Hometown Lakewood, CA
College Texas A&M - Kingsville
Current status Active
Games Started 0
Games Played 0

Pro Career
Young cornerback joined the Chiefs as a free agent on February 21st of this year … Originally entered the NFL as a rookie free agent with the N.Y. Giants a year ago, but was released prior to the start of the regular season … Attempting to crack a 53-man roster for the first time with Kansas City … Possesses the physical and mental attributes necessary to play corner in the NFL … Will need to make a contribution on special teams while learning the craft of playing the cornerback position.
Transactions: Signed a two-year contract with Kansas City (2/21/06) ... Released by the N.Y. Giants (8/29/05) ... Signed a two-year contract as a rookie free agent with the N.Y. Giants (5/6/05).

College Bio
Recorded 36 tackles, four interceptions, 10 passes defensed and two fumble recoveries in two seasons at Texas A&M - Kingsville … Tallied 25 tackles, three interceptions, nine passes defensed and a fumble recovery as a senior … Earned first-team All-Lone Star Conference South Division honors … Helped the Javelinas advance to the NCAA Division II semifinals in 2003 … Was also a member of the track and field team, earning All-America honors in the long jump three times … Began his collegiate career at Cerritos Junior College in Norwalk, California … Set the school long jump record with a leap of 24-3 as a freshman … Majored in Kinesiology at Texas A&M - Kingsville.
http://www.kcchiefs.com/player/michael_bragg/
TEXAS A&M-KINGSVILLE senior cornerback MICHAEL BRAGG, who ran between 4.39 and 4.43 in the 40 at the Home Depot Center workout on March 24th, will be available for workouts between now and the draft out in California in the Los Angeles area... please contact his agent for more information.
http://www.patsfans.com/stories/prin...?story_id=2711
thought that was great. but no number listed

Position: DE
Class: 4Sr
School: Cincinnati
Conference: Conference USA
Ht., Wt.: 6-2, 254
40 Time: 4.69
Grading System


BIO: Two-year starter used at both defensive tackle and end. Senior totals included 50/12.5/6 after 32/5.5/1.5 as a junior.

POSITIVES: Quick, explosive lineman with potential as a rush linebacker. Plays with good pad level, fluid moving laterally and immediately changes direction. Fast off the edge, flashes on the scene and rarely off his feet. Effective playing in space.

NEGATIVES: Under-sized for defensive tackle, swallowed up at the point or handled by tight ends.

ANALYSIS: Out of position on the interior defensive line, Roberts displays enough athletic skills to get looks standing up over tackle in a 34 defense.

Titans | A. Roberts waived from team
Wed, 26 Jul 2006 20:04:37 -0700

Paul Kuharsky, of the Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans DL Adam Roberts has been waived from the team.

Patriots | Team releases Drame
Thu, 27 Jul 2006 15:54:39 -0700

SportsTicker reports New England Patriots DL Kader Drame has been released from the team

Kader Drame Grade: 2.99
Position: DT
Class: 5Sr
School: Syracuse
Conference: Big East
Ht., Wt.: 6-5, 290
40 Time: 5.34
Grading System


BIO: Two-year starter who posted 26/4/0 as a senior after 31 tackles the prior year.

POSITIVES: Nice-sized lineman with growth potential. Strong in his lower body and holds the point against blocks. Slides laterally to make plays down the line of scrimmage. Aggressive and works very hard. Solid first-step quickness and keeps drives up the field.

NEGATIVES: Must protect himself and develop more moves with his hands. Stood up at the point by opponents. Marginal speed to the sidelines and not effective in pursuit.

ANALYSIS: A size/speed prospect, Drame has potential as a developmental player who could end up on a practice squad.

PROJECTION: Undrafted Free Agent

Patriots | Team releases R. Claridge
Thu, 27 Jul 2006 15:54:25 -0700

SportsTicker reports New England Patriots LB Ryan Claridge has been released from the team

Ryan Claridge Grade: 3.13
Position: OLB
Class: Sr
School: UNLV
Conference: MWC
Ht., Wt.: 6-2, 254
40 Time: 4.74
Selected by: New England Patriots
Round 5, pick 34 (170 overall) Grading System
BIO: Three-year starter who earned All-Conference mention since his sophomore campaign. Posted 87/15/9 as a senior, all career numbers.

POSITIVES: Physical linebacker who plays with a good degree of intelligence. Disciplined, reads the action and displays skill in coverage. Solid lateral-movement skills, holds his ground against blocks and stays on his feet. Effective playing over tight ends or in zone coverage. Likes to mix it up, displays the ability to cut off flanks from running backs and quick up the field filling gaps.

NEGATIVES: Does not play with great control and slow redirecting to ballcarriers.

ANALYSIS: An underrated defender that's been productive throughout college, Claridge has the skills to be used on the weak side or over tight end. Overlooked in scouting circles, yet a solid second-day pick who could be productive at the next level.

PROJECTION: Undrafted Free Agent
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/foo...ers/63437.html

Patriots | Beisel might be utilized differently in 2006
Sat, 27 May 2006 17:33:32 -0700

Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots LB Monty Beisel said he has spoken with defensive coordinator Dean Pees and was given the indication he will be utilized differently during the 2006 season, possibly to take better advantage of his speed. Beisel has also spent time with new linebackers coach Matt Patricia. Beisel said, "``I think it's going to be really good [with Matt]. That's one thing they talk about around here, when people come and people go, the transition is always smooth. I think it's been seamless so far." Beisel projects to compete with LBs Ryan Claridge, Eric Alexander, Barry Gardner, Larry Izzo and Don Davis for playing time at inside linebacker. If LB Mike Vrabel moves back to outside linebacker, Beisel is a top candidate to start at inside linebacker.

Colts | Team could pursue Meadows
Fri, 28 Jul 2006 22:00:38 -0700

Tom James, of the Terre Haute (Ind.) Tribune-Star, reports the Indianapolis Colts may pursue free agent OL Adam Meadows (Panthers) now that they have reportedly released OL Makoa Freitas.

ANALYSIS
Positives: Big-boned blocker with a thick chest, legs and thighs … Has developed a very aggressive demeanor, showing strong leg drive to explode off the snap, engage defenders and sustain his blocks … Has good lateral agility moving in the short area … Displays proper arm extension, shuffling his feet and keeping his leg base wide to maintain balance setting up in pass protection … Active with his hands, using them well to create separation and lock out the defender … Has above average strength, showing the ability to uncoil on contact … Displays the leg base and stance to deliver a solid initial punch coming off the snap.
Negatives: Does not sink his hips properly to get a good anchor in drive blocking and will lose his balance when trying to contain multiple defenders … Struggles to make upfield adjustments on the linebacker, thanks largely to a lack of natural foot agility … Plays too high coming out of his stance, preventing him from gaining momentum … Not an effective trap blocker due to difficulties with his mobility and adjustment skills on the hoof … Too straight-legged in his stance, causing defenders to yank and tug on him while getting their hands into his chest … Shorter than ideal to play tackle and his inline blocking skills may be better suited for guard at the pro level
http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/freitas_makoa
now he is a practice sqaud guy. see if he can do the C/G switch

Dolphins | Moore waived
Fri, 28 Jul 2006 16:20:32 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Miami Dolphins waived LB Eddie Moore Friday, July 28.

now we can get him for free. NOT

Cowboys | Team releases B. Parker
Mon, 31 Jul 2006 16:51:29 -0700

Calvin Watkins, of The Dallas Morning News, reports Dallas Cowboys CB Byron Parker has been released from the team

Tulane boy

Cowboys | Team releases Horne
Mon, 31 Jul 2006 16:52:55 -0700

Calvin Watkins, of The Dallas Morning News, reports Dallas Cowboys LB J.J. Horne has been released from the team.

J.J. Horne Grade: 3.26
Position: OLB
Class: Sr
School: Pittsburgh
Conference: Big East
Ht., Wt.: 6-2, 230
40 Time: 4.62
Grading System


BIO: Posted 52/4.5/1 as a senior when he became a full-time starter. Also intercepted two passes and broke up four more.

POSITIVES: Converted defensive back starting to hit his stride at linebacker. Alert, showed improved instincts last season and was constantly around the action. Fast to the flanks and covers a lot of area in pass coverage. Fires up the field in run defense and wraps up tackling.

NEGATIVES: Lacks playing strength and can be blocked from the action by opposing tight ends or fullbacks.

ANALYSIS: A prospect with a good degree of upside potential, Horne is a solid developmental player for the weak side linebacker position.

PROJECTION: Late Seventh Round

Colts | Robinson waived
Mon, 31 Jul 2006 18:39:58 -0700

John Oehser, of Colts.com, reports the Indianapolis Colts waived LB Dale Robinson Monday, July 31.


Dale Robinson Grade: 3.37
Position: ILB
Class: Sr
School: Arizona State
Conference: Pacific-10
Ht., Wt.: 6-0.5, 231
40 Time: 4.88
Grading System


BIO: Transferred to Arizona State in 2004 and was awarded All-Conference honors the following two seasons. Was named Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Year last year after totaling 115/15/4. Started twelve games as a junior and posted 93/13/4.5.

POSITIVES: Versatile linebacker who plays bigger and faster than his size/speed numbers. Fires up the field in run defense, wraps up ball carriers and brings them down on initial contact. Solid change of direction. Instinctive, quickly picks up assignments and is relentless in pursuit of the ball handler.

NEGATIVES: Does not get great depth on drops. Lacks speed to the flanks.

ANALYSIS: Consistently improving the past two seasons, Robinson has potential on the inside of a 34 defense while also offering possibilities at outside linebacker for a conventional scheme.

PROJECTION: Late Fifth Round

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/foo...yers/1187.html

Browns | Thompson waived
Sun, 6 Aug 2006 13:01:10 -0700

The Cleveland Browns waived CB Chris Thompson Sunday, Aug. 6.

The Cleveland Browns were awarded CB Chris Thompson via waivers from the Chicago Bears, the club announced today. Thompson, 6-0 and 187 lbs., was originally drafted by Jacksonville in the fifth round, 150th overall, in the 2004 NFL Draft
http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/news_...ts/5490.0.html

Yes he was one of the CB steve Smith burnt

Bills Cut Veteran Lb PoseyPrint this article | Email this article

August 7, 2006

By SportsTicker


ROCHESTER, New York (Ticker) - Jeff Posey started 47 games over the last three seasons with the Buffalo Bills. But the veteran linebacker didn't even make the team this season.

Posey was released by the Bills on Monday, five days before their preseason opener.

New Bills coach Dick Jauron likely will use Angelo Crowell or Mario Haggan at strongside linebacker after cutting Posey. Crowell showed he was capable of being a starter last season, filling in at middle linebacker when Takeo Spikes suffered a torn Achilles tendon.

Posey, who turns 31 next Monday, recorded 68 tackles and three sacks last season.

A nine-year veteran, Posey signed as a free agent with the Bills in February 2003. He set career highs with 71 tackles and eight sacks in 2002 with Houston.

okay he could be a great backup.

Cowboys | Parham released
Mon, 7 Aug 2006 14:34:18 -0700

Todd Archer, of the Dallas Morning News, reports the Dallas Cowboys released LB Kai Parham Monday, Aug. 7

Kai Parham
Height: 6-3
Weight: 255
40 Speed: 5.02*
Position: Inside Linebacker
College: Virginia
Final Grade: F 5.0


GM JR Scouting LLC Grading Scale/Key



SUMMARY
Parham was a huge disappointment when he was graded because he had such a tremendous reputation in the media. In the six games he got charted, he was very productive in one (Minnesota), productive in two (Florida State and Miami) and unproductive in three (Akron, Duke and Maryland). He is a well built linebacker who definitely looks the part on the 'Hoof', but he lacks the foot quickness, explosiveness and playing speed to make plays consistently in the NFL. He is definitely tough enough and has the natural strength to be a force at the point of attack vs. blockers and as a strong and physical tackler. He is the type of linebacker that is all too easy to find -- tough, smart and highly competitive, but limited by quickness and speed. Overall, Parham will probably be drafted late because of his reputation, but his lack of quickness, athleticism and playing speed is going to make it hard for him to stick in the NFL. His best chance of sticking is to play inside linebacker for a team that plays the 3-4 defense.



STRONG POINTS
Parham is a well built linebacker with the natural strength to stack the point of attack vs.the lead blocker in the hole to clog up the inside run. He has shown the ability to jolt the blocker with punch, stays free and makes tackles on inside run. He has good instincts and usually gets started toward the ball quickly and when he has a clear path to the ball he can chase down ball carriers in pursuit between the offensive tackles. He sniffs out the screen pass well and gets outside to make the tackle right after the catch better than expected. He can cover tight ends/running backs on short routes in man-to-man and looks surprisingly smooth dropping off ball into zone coverage.



WEAKNESSES
Parham is limited athletically by his lack of explosiveness and playing speed. While he can chase down some plays between the offensive tackles, he lacks the play speed to make impact plays in pursuit and most of his tackles away are made downfield. He is stiff in the hips and struggles to adjust and tackle well out in space. While he can cover tight ends/running backs decently on short routes, he lacks the acceleration and speed to stay with them down the field. He does not protect his legs from low/cut blocks well and struggles to move through traffic quickly. Despite good instincts, his aggressiveness causes him to bite on play-action and miss-direction plays too often.


MLB this is a guy who needs just a little time. Over aggressive can be controled.

Cowboys | Team releases Mroz
Mon, 7 Aug 2006 10:07:45 -0700

Jaime Aron, of the Associated Press, reports the Dallas Cowboys have released QB Jeff Mroz
Jeff Mroz Grade: 3.13
Position: QB
Class: Sr
School: Yale
Conference: Ivy League
Ht., Wt.: 6-4, 225
40 Time: 4.94
Grading System


BIO: All-Conference selection as a senior after passing numbers of 59.3%/2484/22/14. Played primarily with the scout team before last year.

POSITIVES: Large pocket passer with an NFL arm. Patient, zips the ball into targets or gets rid of passes with a flick of the wrist. Sees the field, finds the open wideout and puts touch on throws. Puts deep passes in front of receivers and lets them run to the ball.

NEGATIVES: Has an elongated motion which slows the release of the ball. Must improve his pass placement and downfield accuracy. Tends to direct passes. Immobile and cannot escape the rush.

ANALYSIS: An intelligent quarterback with the ability to power the ball into receivers, Mroz offers a good degree of upside potential and is a solid developmental prospect.

This is my guy for the practice or nfl europe. Needs time but is more than good enough to be a second stringer in for years to come. Just needs time.

Redskins | M. Brown released
Wed, 9 Aug 2006 16:11:04 -0700

ESPN.com reports the Washington Redskins have released rookie free agent DL Manaia Brown.

Manaia Brown
Brigham Young DT 6-4 310 /

Brown has ideal size for the inside of the defensive line. He is agile with good explosion off the line and has the muscle and quick hands to outmaneuver blockers. He has also shown an outstanding 35-inch vertical jump, creating havoc in passing lanes. However, Brown has not been the presence on the defense one might think because he has a tendency to disappear and lose intensity. He will have to convince scouts that he will play every down.
http://www.msnbc.com/modules/sports/...p?playerid=446

49ers | Dixon waived
Mon, 21 Aug 2006 19:50:07 -0700

SF49ers.com reports the San Francisco 49ers have waived rookie LB David Dixon.

6-2/235
AGILITY NOTES

Campus: 4.42 in the 40-yard dash...465-pound bench press...44-inch vertical jump...49-inch triple jump.

ANALYSIS

Positives: Has a well-built frame with thick bone structure, broad shoulders, muscular arms, big hands, good bubble and good-sized legs, thighs and calves...Is a strong presence on defense who needs to be accounted for on every play...Plays alert and is quick to read and react, making proper body adjustments on the move...Flashes outstanding strength at the point of attack and can fill the rush lanes with authority...
Has very good stack/tackle ability vs. the inside run...Does a very good job of using his hands to control the blocker, easily adjusting and reacting to the plays in front of him...
Flashes the hand strength to play off blocks...Has the outstanding speed, leverage and range to reach the outside, doing a nice job of avoiding blocks in attempts to shut down the cutback lanes...Can turn and run with good change of direction agility and is a hard hitter who explodes behind his tackles...Has the vision, awareness and turning ability to stay with tight ends and backs in pass routes...Effective when planting and driving out of his breaks, flying to the ball instantly, showing the hip flexibility and control to stay tight on the hip of the receiver...Has the natural hands to reach and pluck the ball away from the body's frame...Has a great initial burst on returns, showing the ability to twist and adjust in attempts to squeeze through tight quarters to gain valid yardage on kickoffs... Has outstanding leaping ability and timing to knock down kicks at the line of scrimmage.

Negatives: Struggles in the classroom, forcing him to sit out the 2005 season due to academic ineligibility...Good at using his hands to fend off blocks, but needs to use his punch with more consistency to shock and jolt the opponent...Makes plays in front of him, but will bite on play-action and fakes when he eyes the backfield too long...Has the speed to cover in one-on-one situations, but must improve his timing picking up switch-offs when working in the zone.

Dixon is a well-built athlete with tremendous quickness and leaping ability. He is a raw talent, but plays with great ball anticipation skills, showing urgency while performing until the whistle. He has a solid frame with powerful upper body strength and loose hips to turn and run on the ball coming out of his breaks.

Dixon plays with very good field vision and natural instincts. He times his leaps to get to the ball at its high point, showing natural hands for the interception. He is also a standout kick blocker, having batted away ten kicks in two seasons. He also has proven to be a dangerous open field runner on kickoff returns.

Dixon has the hand punch to shock and jolt blockers, but needs to use it with more consistency. He is very effective at getting an edge on the blocker, using quick rip and swim moves to rip off the block and generate strong backside pursuit. He has that outstanding speed needed to run sideline-to-sideline and a motor that never quits.

He is a hard, punishing tackler who will strike and wrap with explosiveness. He has the loose hips and feet to come out of his breaks and stay on the hip of the receiver in man coverage. He will bite a bit on play-action when he peeks into the backfield too long, but has the recovery speed to get back into the play.

Dixon plays with good confidence and is not afraid to mix it up in the trenches, but also comes with glowing praise from both coaching staffs due to his work ethic. He might not have the major college experience of A.J. Hawk, but one look at his production and athletic agility tests scores and you can see that someone will unearth a tremendous, but raw talent with a blank slate to mold within.

practice squad guy. but great upside