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Trade bait ala Garoppolo. Underhill and Triplett talked about that on today's podcast. Underhill wasn't for it while Triplett was. Good discussion.

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My thoughts exactly. If that’s the case where you have two really good qbs on your hands, then you should be able to trade one for good compensation. I would hope we’d choose to stick with the younger option if he turns out to be legit

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Go Vols!!!

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Razor thin (think Devonta Smith), he'll definitely need to add more bulk.

Day 2 (2nd/3rd round grade) projections.

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Heard them discussing rookie WR's a couple of days ago on NFL Radio. Charlie Weis compared Hyatt to Devonta Smith. He said he had seen Smith before a game and his legs looked like sticks. Then he said that the kid played every game and never even looked like he got dinged. He said some smaller frame players just seem to be a lot more durable than their appearance. He said that's what he saw in Hyatt. He wasn't worried at all by his size.

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Saints M.O. right here.

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There's my directional university player!

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Jeret Patterson
G

Notre Dame

High football IQ, he's quick, "plug and play" & versatile.

Allowed only 6 QB hurries, 1 QB hit & no sacks @ LG.

Hopefully, Peat's replacement is in the 2023 NFL draft.

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I would be happy with McShay's mock.

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We desperately need to find Peat's replacement unless we plan on signing him to an extension. And before you roll your eyes....it's been done before. :roll:

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As some others (Major) have pointed, a REALLY good TE could be available with our second round pick. Adding Washington (6’ 7”) or Mayer (6’ 5”) could be like having Graham again. Paired with JJ it could be awesome.

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Jahmyr Gibbs

RB

Alabama

Instinctive & runs with authority.

As Rez stated earlier, think Kamara but faster.

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This is really saying something.

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Yep, I won't rule out the Saints drafting another RB/powerback for 2023.

Regardless of the AK situation, it's time.

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Keion White
DE

Ga Tech

6'5/285

Good hand placement, V8 motor with a power rush.

IDK how I'd feel about adding ANOTHER DE to the squad. Especially in the 1st round.

Davenport & now Payton Turner (former 1st) had kinda soured on me.

The expectation in rd1 is to become a quality starter (see Lattimore, Ramz/Olave) & not an average performer or a guy who stays under the medical tent or weekly injury report.

I'll be curious to see what Ireland/Allen and co-do with that Day 1 pick.

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If they want a good one, they'll have to pull the trigger by round 3, probably.

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I like this kid too ...

Israel Abanikanda
RB

PITT

One cut runner, not a lot of dancing. Has 2nd gear separation (track background) and... long speed. Good size @ 5'11/215.

1805 all-purpose yards and 21 TDs

His Pro day was impressive. Probably moves up to 2nd round.

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Monster. Running back is deep.

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Tank Bigsby
RB Auburn

Good control and acceleration in traffic. Runs good routes & has the ability to get through his holes. Physical runner.

Will need to improve with pass blocking at the next level but the potential is there.

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Tyree Wilson,
Edge
Texas Tech

Transfer from A&M - big kid (6'6) & freakish athletic ability.
Good initial burst off the edge. If a tackle "whiffs", Wilson has the talent to get there.

Will need to improve on moving quicker off the snap without hesitation.

Pro comparison - JPP

Lots of potential here.

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If you want another Lombardi, you'll need an ELITE QB or above-average O-line.

Here's another potential big ugly.

Peter Skoronski
G/T
Northwestern

Some have rated him as the best o line prospect in 2023. Gifted footwork and hand placement. Ideal Role: Left guard

Potentially a Day 1 starter as a rookie.
Second rd grade.

Some National scouts expect him to transition to GUARD & becoming a Pro bowler with his skill set.

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New Orleans Receives:
2023: Round 2, Pick 48
2023: Round 2, Pick 55
2023: Round 3, Pick 81

Detroit Receives:
2023: Round 2, Pick 40
2023: Round 3, Pick 71
2023: Round 5, Pick 165


New Orleans Receives:
2023: Round 3, Pick 95

Kansas City Receives:
2023: Round 4, Pick 115
2023: Round 5, Pick 146
2024 Round 5


29
Mazi Smith DL Michigan

48
Cody Mauch IOL North Dakota State

55
Jack Campbell LB

81
Cedric Tillman WR Tennessee

95
Tyjae Spears RB

227
Brenton Strange TE Penn State

257
Jalen Redmond DL Oklahoma

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Jordan Battle
S

Alabama

Started as a true freshman (29 tackles/2 TFL & 1 int).

Good speed, size, and pedigree. Scouts say he's athletic enough to play man yet has field awareness as a split safety.

Solid instincts to the football.

Will need to improve with form tackling & run support.
Mid-round grades.

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Michael Wilson
WR

Stanford

Solid frame (6'2), good route runner & has the ability to make the contested catch.

Could be a perfect "high risk, high reward" type pick.

Mid-round (3-5) grades throughout.

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He looks like a TE to me which isn't a bad thing. My only concern is he didn't extend his arms to make a catch in the video. I want my contested catch guy to snatch the ball out of the air. Nonetheless, he looks smooth enough running routes and he catches cleanly. I agree that we definitely need a possession receiver to back up MT if he can't get on the field again this year.

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Trenton Simpson

LB

Clemson

Good range, instincts, and finishes off plays.
51 tackles, 17 assists/2.5 sacks & 2 FF
Butkus Award semifinalist


The negative - can over run plays & get overaggressive
Hand placement to shed blocks need to improve

Day1/early rd2 grades