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Jeremiah: LB Alonso a second-rounder on tape

The NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah believes Oregon LB Kiko Alonso has earned a second-round grade on tape.

"Alonso made 3-4 impact plays in every game I studied," Jeremiah writes. "He's had some off field stuff but he's a rock solid second-round pick on tape." We aren't as confident in Alonso as Jeremiah is, but the Duck certainly attacks edge runs with force. He tends to struggle when as to change directions or against misdirection.

Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter

Tue, Feb 19, 2013 09:02:00 AM

Mariota changed plays/blocking pre-snap at UO

The MMQB's Peter King spoke with Oregon OC Scott Frost about QB Marcu Mariota's ability and freedom to alter plays and blocking schemes pre-snap with the Ducks.

On play call changes, Mariota "did so three or four times a game," and altered the blocking up front "maybe one out of every seven plays" per Frost. Oregon moved at a blistering tempo early in games or when behind, and Mariota coupled that speed with quick decision making before and after the snap. We are of the belief that he made his offense look much more simple and easier than it actually is. In fact, Mariota did work through progressions in the pocket, including some west coast offense principles and plays used in the NFL. All the time? No, but those exposures are there.

Source: The MMQB

Mar 4 - 10:28 AM

PFF: WR Perriman had a 12.96 drop rate in '14

UCF WR Breshad Perriman had a drop rate of 12.96% in 2014, according to PFF.

That is terrible. The sample size might be smaller than others, as Perriman dropped seven of 54 catchable passes, but PFF has a tendency to side with the receiver on what exactly is "catchable." Perriman would have generated more buzz if he worked out at the Combine and still has a shot at being a late first-round selection, but very poor drop rates tend to carry over to the NFL - at least early on.

Source: Steve Palazzolo on Twitter

Mar 4 - 10:13 AM

Jeremiah views TE O'Leary as a 4-5th rd value

NFL Media's Daniel Jeremiah believes FSU TE Nick O'Leary is a fourth- or fifth-round value.

He suggests O'Leary might be a fit for the Falcons in that area. "Catches everything, he's very instinctive," Jeremiah says. "Didn't run all that fast at the Combine, that doesn't bother me." Tight end was a waste for the Falcons after the team lost Tony Gonzalez to retirement. Expect the position to be targeted in free agency and the draft.

Source: NFL.com

Mar 4 - 9:46 AM

Report: Pats interested in RB Artis-Payne

The Patriots have "shown a lot of interest" in Auburn RB Cameron Artis-Payne, reports TFY Draft Insider's Tony Pauline.

The analyst additionally reported that New England also likes Auburn's other back, Corey Grant. As for Artis-Payne, who Pauline calls a "fast-rising ball-carrier," he stood on his combine 40 time. "During drills, he was quick-footed and caught the ball exceptionally well," Pauline wrote. "Expect Artis-Payne to solidify himself as a top-100 pick." ESPN's Todd McShay believes Artis-Payne "could hear his name called in the middle or later rounds" next month.

Source: Walter Football

Mar 3 - 11:51 PM

Report: Team in 26-32 rng. will consider Maxx

Minnesota tight end Maxx Williams "looked good in pass catching drills" at Monday's pro day, wrote TFY Draft Insider's Tony Pauline.

"While I don't consider Williams a first-round selection, a number of teams disagree," Pauline wrote. "Last night, I was informed every team between picks 26 through 32, except for the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts, will consider selecting Williams late in Round 1." It's not a terribly surprising report, as most think Williams is going to go late in Round 1 or early in Round 2, but it's fun to guess who might pull the trigger. Teams in the range Pauline is discussing include the Ravens, Broncos, Packers, and Seahawks.

Source: Walter Football

Mar 3 - 10:50 PM

Report: Grant locks himself into late rounds

TFY Draft Insider's Tony Pauline reports Auburn RB Corey Grant "sealed himself as a late-round pick" with his pro day performance.

Outside of SEC country, Grant was a little known backup before today, but the rest of the country is learning about him quickly. That's because Grant ran a stupid 4.27 forty at Auburn's pro day Tuesday (some had him at 4.25). Pauline reports that the Falcons, Dolphins and Patriots "have shown great interest" in the speedy ball carrier. "Grant is an explosive open-field runner with return skills and someone who should've received a combine invite," Pauline wrote. In other drills, the 5-foot-11, 201-pound Grant leaped 37 inches in the vertical, 10-7 in the broad and posted 22 reps on the bench.

Source: Walter Football

Mar 3 - 10:22 PM

NFC North scout gives praise to Grady Jarrett

NFL Media's Lance Zierlein spoke with one NFC North scout who said a number of positive things about Clemson DT Grady Jarrett.

"Grady will take you on a ride when he gets into you," the scout says, adding grades among teams will vary at a high rate due to scheme fit and height/weight minimums. "Someone is going to get a good football player with him." Our own Josh Norris agrees, ranking Jarrett as a top 30 prospect in the class. Jarrett did add 16 pounds between the Senior Bowl and the Combine.

Source: NFL.com

Mar 3 - 12:35 PM

Scout: Can't rely on Owa as a pass rusher

One AFC National scout does not believe a team can rely on UCLA EDGE Owamagbe Odighizuwa for pass rushing productivity.

"He's not Courtney Upshaw, but he could be used kind of like that," the scout begins. "You have to know that he will be limited to just being a run stopper." We are shocked to read this. Owa converts speed to power better than most in this class and also wins while lining up inside. There is a history of hip injuries, but Owa has a lot of talent.

Source: NFL.com

Mar 3 - 12:22 PM

Weidl: Workout is a major part of Ray's eval

Scouts Inc.'s Kevin Weidl believes a strong pro day workout will help Missouri EDGE Shane Ray solidify a top 20 selection.

Ray is seen by many as a locked in top 20 selection, so we applaud Weidl for breaking groupthink here. The evaluator senses there are questions about Ray's position fit. The Missouri edge rusher was held out of Combine workouts with a toe injury. Ray's pro day is on March 19.

Source: ESPN

Mar 3 - 11:32 AM

Robinson: Jameis to TB is a 'character visit'

FSU QB Jameis Winston's meeting in Tamp Bay is a "character visit" with the Bucs, according to Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports.

Obviously character and talent are intertwined for teams, but the focus of this visit seems to be Jameis Winston, the person, and how he will mesh with Bucs ownership. Robinson adds Jameis is "in final hurdles to being the top pick in the draft." There are still two months left for the draft process to twist and turn, but this is a great sign for those hoping the Bucs select Winston at No. 1.

Source: Charles Robinson on Twitter

Mar 3 - 11:00 AM

Schefter: Jameis visiting the Bucs Tuesday

FSU QB Jameis Winston is visiting the Bucs for three days starting on Tuesday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

PFT's Mike Florio says the Bucs claim Winston is only staying Tuesday after arriving Monday night. As Schefter notes, potential No. 1 picks and prospects in general rarely visit teams this early. The visit reportedly is owner focused and "Glazer-centric," as Schefter puts it. It is obviously a unique situation and one to definitely monitor. Jameis Will likely meet everyone who is a part of the decision making process, shake a lot of hands, and go through plenty of whiteboard plays during his time in Tampa. This counts as one of the 30 in-house visits for the Bucs.

Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter

Mar 3 - 10:39 AM