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|Mitch| 03-07-2015 04:37 PM

Re: 2015 draft??
 
Just read a mock draft from Bleacher Report(yes, I know :rolleyes:) At least they give a pretty decent reason for the selection:

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The Pick: Alvin Dupree, OLB, Kentucky

One of the freakiest athletes in the 2015 class is Kentucky’s Alvin Dupree. His combine performance was one for the ages, as his 40-yard dash, vertical and broad jumps created an insane explosion score. That athleticism is worthy of a first-round investment.

It’s not like Dupree can’t play and that he’s all-athlete. His role at Kentucky often had him reading keys and playing the run game. But the few times he was unleashed as a pass-rusher, he was pretty impressive. His hand usage needs improvement, but that can be coached.

The Saints could use an athlete like Dupree. They’re shopping Curtis Lofton and have a multitude of other maneuvers that must happen to help their woeful cap situation. Dupree can play as an edge-rusher or as a strong-side linebacker, depending on the scheme.

jeanpierre 03-07-2015 09:25 PM

Re: 2015 draft??
 
I really want no part of Dupree, Ray nor Gregory...

Want a true 3-4 OLB...

In the first, Beasley, Fowler or Harold...

And a true 3-4 ILB...

In the second, Anthony, McKinney or Perryman...

ChrisXVI 03-07-2015 09:34 PM

Re: 2015 draft??
 
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Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 642933)
I really want no part of Dupree, Ray nor Gregory...

Want a true 3-4 OLB...

In the first, Beasley, Fowler or Harold...

And a true 3-4 ILB...

In the second, Anthony, McKinney or Perryman...

Couldn't agree more. When it comes to Dupree, beware of guys that are Combine stars but have average production on the field. Do not use potential as a deciding factor in the first round.

I think McKinney and Perryman go late in the first round to ILB needy teams like Green Bay and Indy. If Anthony is still available when the second round starts then I want to trade up and snag him.

MarchingOn 03-07-2015 10:20 PM

Re: 2015 draft??
 
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Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 642933)
I really want no part of Dupree, Ray nor Gregory...

Want a true 3-4 OLB...

In the first, Beasley, Fowler or Harold...

And a true 3-4 ILB...

In the second, Anthony, McKinney or Perryman...

Agree, but I could agree more. Don't like Beasley and especially not Fowler in the 1st. Hope I'm wrong. Would like someone safer...OL or another OLB.

Really hoping for ILB in the 2nd or 3rd.

MarchingOn 03-07-2015 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by K Major (Post 642104)
DP ... no doubt he is a VIOLENT player & I like his instincts. He has the talent and ability to get better with coaching. With his size & frame, kind of reminds me of Chris Borland (who has the making of becoming a very good NFL LB) .

Perryman would be a golden pick in the 2nd (assuming he falls that far) :bng:

Borland looked great in the Senior Bowl last year. I don't know how teams then talked themselves out of taking him in the 2nd, but he was somehow still there in the 3rd. It would've been nice to see us take him in the 2nd instead of SJB.

MarchingOn 03-07-2015 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Danno (Post 642116)
I'd prefer to look at their ability than their size. We went with a big CB last year and our 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th string CBs, all 6-0 and under, kept his tall ass on the bench.

You tell 'em. And, I'm so sick of hearing about a CB's "length." Ya mean he's tall? So? Let's talk coverage. Heck, let's get fancy and talk coverage and open field tackling.

MarchingOn 03-07-2015 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by saintsfan1976 (Post 642197)
McKinney reminds me of Hawthorne. While the kid is athletic, I'm not sure he can cover well enough.

He'll slip into the 3rd round.

Good, take him there.

lee909 03-07-2015 10:26 PM

Re: 2015 draft??
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 642933)
I really want no part of Dupree, Ray nor Gregory...

Want a true 3-4 OLB...

In the first, Beasley, Fowler or Harold...

And a true 3-4 ILB...

In the second, Anthony, McKinney or Perryman...

I have read some really hit or miss reports on Harold.



What do you think on Arik Armstead?
Maybe to much of a project for us at the moment.

I want Collins if he is there,let him compete for a spot at T/OG this year and he is ready to take over from Grubbs next year at worst. Armstead-Collins anchoring the left side wiuld be nasty.

K Major 03-07-2015 10:31 PM

Re: 2015 draft??
 
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Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 642933)
I really want no part of Dupree, Ray nor Gregory...

Want a true 3-4 OLB...

Combine workout warrior. When I watch his body of work, nothing stands out or is overly impressive.

Pass on "Bud" Dupree.

lee909 03-07-2015 10:38 PM

Re: 2015 draft??
 
The sack numbers are not there but he gets pressure and gets tackles behind the line. 13 is too early but trade back to say 20/25 and if he is there could be a good pick

Alvin Dupree, DE, Kentucky*
Height: 6-4. Weight: 269.*
40 Time: 4.56.*
Projected Round (2015): 1-2.*
3/7/15:*Dupree has a good skill set with speed, strength and athleticism. He needs to keep refining his pass-rushing moves. Sources have told WalterFootball.com that Dupree could go from the mid-first to the early second round. He used the Combine to put his freakish skill set on display with a ridiculously fast 40 time and athleticism in the field drills.*

The senior recorded 74 tackles with 11.5 tackles for a loss, one pass batted, one interception, two forced fumbles and 7.5 sacks in 2014. He was much more disruptive than the numbers illustrate, and his sack production was hurt by going against eight read-option offenses. Even though Dupree didn't have a huge stat line, he was very good against Florida as he caused a lot of disruption with pressure. Dupree had a huge pick-six against South Carolina in Kentucky's seven-point upset win. He did not impress against Georgia.*

8/23/14:*Dupree is a quick, strong and physical defender who can play defensive end and outside linebacker. For the NFL, he would be an interesting 3-4 outside linebacker or right end in a 4-3 defense.*

Dupree played well in 2013 and was a nice weapon in Mark Stoops' defense. Dupree recorded 61 tackles with nine tackles for a loss, two forced fumbles, one pass broken up and seven sacks for the season. The junior was disruptive off the edge. He was wise to return for his senior year.*

It was nice to see Dupree build on his impressive 2012 season, when he totaled 91 tackles with 12.5 tackles for a loss, 6.5 sacks and a pass batted. It was his first year of significant playing time. Dupree totaled 21 tackles, 2.5 tackles for a loss, 2.5 sacks, two passes broken up and a blocked kick as a freshman


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