New Orleans Saints Forums - blackandgold.com

New Orleans Saints Forums - blackandgold.com (https://blackandgold.com/community/)

- Saints (https://blackandgold.com/saints/)

- - picks #7 and #40 (https://blackandgold.com/saints/20957-picks-7-40-a.html)

Re: picks #7 and #40

Quote:

I am still not sold on him in the top ten. Sorry I can not go here. The only reason he is up here is because of the weak draft in round one. In any other draft he is in the range of 15 to 25. Prototypical three-technique at the pro level do not go this high.

According to all sources, Ellis has been an absolutely dominant force in Senior Bowl practices -- a tool which many NFL coaches use to evaluate prospects. Ellis performed well on the bench press at the combine, completing 34 reps of 225 pounds; however he ran a slower than expected 5.24 forty yard dash. Ellis' stock may slide a few spots, but he will still be a top 10 draft pick.

I'm not buying the "in any other draft" stuff. Who knows that for a fact? The Saints have picked up a DT with great ability, size be damned.

I'm very satisfied with the first two rounds of the draft for the Saints. Addressing the defensive needs and no Shockey (so far)...

Re: picks #7 and #40

I wish JoeSam had been here with us today. I know he'd have a grin from ear to ear.

Hell, I'm sure he does, right now!

Re: picks #7 and #40

I also cannot believe the chiefs turned down that deal. Hey, we got a close second to Dorsey in Ellis for a lot less. Good job FO!!!!!!!!

Re: picks #7 and #40

I like the trade and I like the picks. I like the fact the saints did what they needed to do in this draft. We did not sell the house. Came close to it to get dorsey though.
Any ideas on how to get a third? LOL then it would be perfect.
I doubt anyone in the country got a 100% on their mocks. Wild day one thats for sure