2014 Boards Mock Draft Interest List

adrian522 · 02-05-2014 08:32AM

Picks made, sorry for the delay, Needed to tdo a bit of research as knew little enough about these teams needs.

Leslie91 · 02-05-2014 09:32AM

The Mettenberger pick is v good value at that spot.

adrian522 · 02-05-2014 09:41AM

adrian522 · 02-05-2014 09:45AM

Leslie91 wrote: »

The Mettenberger pick is v good value at that spot.

Yeah, 3 QB's in the top 8, and since then only Carr was taken before the start of the third round so plenty of value at this stage.

JaMarcusHustle · 02-05-2014 10:24AM

Those tables are really helpful adrian, and I'm sure they're a big part in moving this along quickly. Much appreciated.

HigginsJ · 02-05-2014 10:49AM

I have PM'ed in exile so just waiting for him to send me his picks and I'll post them then

adrian522 · 02-05-2014 10:53AM

JaMarcusHustle wrote: »

Those tables are really helpful adrian, and I'm sure they're a big part in moving this along quickly. Much appreciated.

It would probably be better having it in the original post on the draft thread or something rather than keeping reposting it but I don't have access to do that so just repost it once we get to a new page.

I was thinking as well for future years we could have a top 100 big board in the first post that we could cross players off as they are selected.

HigginsJ · 02-05-2014 01:27PM

adrian522 wrote: »

It would probably be better having it in the original post on the draft thread or something rather than keeping reposting it but I don't have access to do that so just repost it once we get to a new page.

I was thinking as well for future years we could have a top 100 big board in the first post that we could cross players off as they are selected.

Very good suggestion on the Big Board. If I get the chance to set up the Mock Draft next year I will certainly add one.

UnitedIrishman · 02-05-2014 03:39PM

Really liking the Mettenberg pick. Prefer him to McCarron and Garoppolo.

If the Jags got Mettenberg in the third and Clowney in the first, they'd be laughing by the latter rounds.

HigginsJ · 02-05-2014 04:13PM

To keep us rolling I have made the picks and Pm'edJamarcus. If InExile is around he can handle my 3 picks

JaMarcusHustle · 02-05-2014 05:08PM

Cheers, just leaving work now so I'll have these up in the next couple of hours.

mikemac1 · 02-05-2014 05:33PM

I can get mine up early tomorrow morning

Lionbacker · 02-05-2014 08:49PM

Great pick of Attaochu to the Lions, JaMarcus.
Exactly the type of player I think the Lions may be looking for.
I'm fairly certain that there will be some 3-4 packages brought into the defence this year, seeing as the the new DC has worked under that scheme most of his coaching career.

In Exile · 03-05-2014 01:32AM

With the 7th pick of the Third Round, and 71st overall pick of the NFL Boards Mock Draft, the Cleveland Browns select:
Christian Jones, LB, Florida State
Coming in at 6-3, 240lbs, Jones is a good pick for a team in need of an ILB. Jones missed only 2 games in college in the last 3 seasons, being FSU’s leading tackler in 2012, while spending time at both weak-side & strong-side. His biggest problem is he has not got a good positional fit in the NFL, but this will probably see him being a bit of a jack of all trades.
Strengths
Put together -- has a well-proportioned, muscular build with long arms and big hands. Good burst off the snap. Flashes power. Can shoot his hands, extend and get under a tackle's pads. Generally plays on his feet. Nice closing speed when he has a bead. Strong tackler. Tries for the strip (10 career FFs). Productive three-year starter.
Weaknesses
Needs to play with lower pad level. Tends to rush upright and defend too tall against the run. Dominated by double teams. Needs to cultivate pass-rush moves and counters -- does not have a plan. Shows overall body stiffness. Struggles to dip and bend the corner with leverage or flexibility. Gets sucked inside and loses contain. Loafs on the back side. Has tweener traits -- lacks ideal athleticism for the right side and bulk for the left side. Inexperienced playing in reverse.
With the 8th pick of the Third Round, and 72nd overall pick of the NFL Boards Mock Draft, the Minnesota Vikings select:
Daniel McCullers, DT, Tennessee
A big man at 6-7 and 352lbs, McCullers is a pure run stopping machine. Since Pat Williams left the Vikings in 2010, the team has gone from one of the top rushing defences to 16th last season. 36 5/8” arms and colossal size, McCullers has the ability to become an integral part of this team. His biggest downside, also has to do with his size, as he is not a great pass rusher, however, his size alone can force blockers back on top of a QB.
Positives
· Absolutely massive at 6’7”, 352 pounds with a thick lower body and incredible length
· Is able to occupy gaps, can sit down in the hole and take on two-gapping responsibility
· Fares well against the double-teams and is tough to push around due to his sheer size. His ability to hold up at the point of attack allows his teammates to roam and make plays
· Has vines for arms and an enormous wingspan. Arms measured 36 5/8” at the NFL Scouting Combine, good for second longest at the event
· Very strong, can easily overpower one blocker. Flashes a powerful punch to joint interior linemen and walk them backward
· Can make tackles while being blocked. Appears to have his own gravitational field, engulfing ball-carriers that run into him in the middle
· Anticipates the snap fairly well, gets off of the ball relatively quickly for his size; he does, however, have lapses
· Lined up at several spots along the interior, operating as a 1-, 2- and 3-tech along with playing directly over center
· Played only two years at Tennessee but was relatively productive for a run-stuffing nose tackle
· Earned a starting job in camp during his first year with the Vols and played in every game, starting 19
Negatives
· Does not change direction well, is heavy and plays high
· Not a finisher, lacks the flexibility to break down and make tackles at times. Occasionally drops his eyes and lunges
· Extremely sluggish in his movement without the speed to close the gap or recover
· Could be too tall, is unable to keep his pad level low and sacrifices some leverage. Can be easily chop-blocked
· Poor awareness, is unable to locate the ball consistently and often late to react
· Unable to split blockers and shoot gaps, lacks the quickness or explosiveness needed to make a significant impact in the backfield
· Does not utilize his considerable length to shed blocks quickly; use of hands is very unrefined at this point
· Very limited range in pursuit and unable to make plays at the sideline or downfield
· Plays with inconsistent leverage and must be quicker with his hands to keep opponents from getting into his body
· Lacks counter moves
· Will not offer teams much as a pass-rusher and projects as a rotational defender that should be taken off of the field in an obvious passing situation
· Has a high center of gravity and spends too much time on the ground for a man his size
· May be too nice, lacking the mean temperament and physicality some coaches will prefer inside

With the 9th pick of the Third Round, and 73rd overall pick of the NFL Boards Mock Draft, the Buffalo Bills select:
Scott Crichton, DE, Oregan St
An absolute steal this far down the draft board. Being linked with Buffalo in the 2nd round, to see him available in the 3rd is a dream result. With Buffalo switching to a 4-3, and hosting Crichton (the only DE hosted) pre-draft, it is a no-brainer to select him here. Mario Williams & Jerry Hughes are nailed on starters, the Bills retained Corbin Bryant and signed Jarius Wynn for 1 year, they need some extra depth. The general consensus with Crichton is he should have returned for another year in college, so this makes Buffalo a perfect fit as he will not be expected to come in and be a starter from day one.
Coming in at 6-3, 273lbs, Crichton is ranked no 4 or 5 in most pre-draft depth charts. He finishes his college career as Oregan’s all-time leader in forced fumbles(10), and ranks 3rd in sacks (22.5).
Strengths
Put together -- has a well-proportioned, muscular build with long arms and big hands. Good burst off the snap. Flashes power. Can shoot his hands, extend and get under a tackle's pads. Generally plays on his feet. Nice closing speed when he has a bead. Strong tackler. Tries for the strip (10 career FFs). Productive three-year starter.
Weaknesses
Needs to play with lower pad level. Tends to rush upright and defend too tall against the run. Dominated by double teams. Needs to cultivate pass-rush moves and counters -- does not have a plan. Shows overall body stiffness. Struggles to dip and bend the corner with leverage or flexibility. Gets sucked inside and loses contain. Loafs on the back side. Has tweener traits -- lacks ideal athleticism for the right side and bulk for the left side. Inexperienced playing in reverse.

mikemac1 · 03-05-2014 04:46AM

Hi commish

Im set to post up my picks for 77, 78 & 79

But 71, 72 & 73 have been made twice now so 6 players gone

What should I do?

In Exile · 03-05-2014 07:40AM

Sorry mike, ignore my picks in here, they were more as a reference in case anyone wanted to see what picks I would have made. Higginsj, remove my picks in here if you want, so nobody gets congused

mikemac1 · 03-05-2014 07:56AM

Cool, will get my picks up after training later this morning

Interesting reading, you put a good bit of work into team needs

mikemac1 · 03-05-2014 11:46AM

Done!

Paully has been pm'ed

Chucky the tree · 03-05-2014 12:49PM

Deone Bucannon has already been picked.

mikemac1 · 03-05-2014 12:54PM

Oh dear

Ok, will fix this super quick!

Paully D · 03-05-2014 02:20PM

I'll have my picks up after the soccer today lads.

HigginsJ · 03-05-2014 10:53PM

Picks made and PM sent.

adrian522 · 03-05-2014 11:08PM

SameOleJay · 04-05-2014 08:13PM

Fair play gents, we're sucking diesel here.

madalig12 · 04-05-2014 08:25PM

Guys I wont be able to make my picks till tmw evening. if anyone wants to jump in thats fine. if nobody has done so by eight tomorrow evening ill go ahead myself.
Pats and niners.

eagle eye · 04-05-2014 11:19PM

Must have missed me saying I'd do a third round but no worries, carry on. I was wondering why I hadn't got a pm by now.

madalig12 · 04-05-2014 11:27PM

eagle eye wrote: »

Must have missed me saying I'd do a third round but no worries, carry on. I was wondering why I hadn't got a pm by now.

See above eagle eye. its all yours.

HigginsJ · 04-05-2014 11:42PM

eagle eye wrote: »

Must have missed me saying I'd do a third round but no worries, carry on. I was wondering why I hadn't got a pm by now.

I can't believe I didn't include you!!

Barney92 · 04-05-2014 11:45PM

I'll have mine up in a moment. Surprised Latimer dropped that far. Think he'll go higher in a few days.

Message sent to eagle eye.

eagle eye · 05-05-2014 10:52AM

HigginsJ wrote: »

I can't believe I didn't include you!!

Unfortunately I can't do it before 8pm as I'm at work so go ahead. Its no biggie, enjoying watching whose picked anyways.

It'll give me a bit of time to do a mock of my own.:)

2014 Boards Mock Draft Interest List

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