0 comments by elinachmany on 4/28/2014
Projecting an NFL draft prospect’s ceiling is primarily based on film study and physical attributes, but it’s always fun to compare draft hopefuls to current NFL players. The 2014 NFL draft class has no shortage of players that resemble present-day NFLers, which makes it easy to find similarities between the stars of today and the […]
0 comments by Nick DeWitt on 4/25/2014
The 2013 NFL Draft left its share of lessons behind. From the trading frenzy that took place during the entire duration of the event, to key positions being looked at through a new lens. It was a wild, unpredictable 3-day stretch by any measure. Here’s a look back at what we learned as we prepare […]
0 comments by Lou Musto
Lache Seastrunk starred in Baylor’s high-profile offense this past year, showcasing excellent vision and elusiveness that enabled him to be a productive running back for the Bears. The Oregon transfer rushed for 1,177 yards and 11 touchdowns, leading the team in both categories for the second consecutive season. The 5-foot-9, 201-pound back’s dynamic ability makes […]
0 comments by Vincent Frank on 4/24/2014
With the 2014 NFL draft just two weeks away, even the average football fan is foaming at the mouth in anticipation of the big event. To help prepare, we’re going to highlight one high-ceiling prospect from every position. These aren’t necessarily the top players at each position right now. Instead, they’re the ones who have […]
0 comments by Lou Musto on 4/23/2014
Bishop Sankey enters the 2014 NFL Draft as one of the most productive and prolific ball carriers in recent years. The 5-foot-10, 209-pound running back lit up opposing Pac-12 defenses over the past two seasons for the Washington Huskies, racking up 3,214 rushing yards and 34 touchdowns (including a school-record 18 rushing touchdowns in 2013). […]
0 comments by Mike Batista on 4/22/2014
An NFL draft bust, especially one in the early rounds, can really set a franchise back and cost team personnel their jobs. Scouts, coaches and general managers do all they can to avoid drafting a potential bust. They crunch numbers from the Scouting Combine. They travel to see prospects work out at their pro days. They bring […]
0 comments by elinachmany on 4/21/2014
Edge rusher Anthony Barr is an intriguing draft prospect who is generating a ton of buzz. While the linebacker is extremely athletic, he lacks discipline and could be a liability on certain downs. He is, however, a talented defender in some aspects and will be worthy of consideration for a number of teams on draft day. […]
0 comments by Matt Johnson on 4/15/2014
The path to success in the NFL is never easy—it takes countless hours of back-breaking work. Prospects also deal with school, family matters and the back-and-forth life that young adults experience as they grow up. Each player has a different story, and some players have overcome greater odds than their peers. Certain prospects weren’t supposed […]
0 comments by Lou Musto on 4/14/2014
For most NFL rookies, their first season in the league is all about getting acclimated to the pro game and learning new systems. For others, however, the rookie season is merely an opportunity to continue the dominance displayed throughout their collegiate careers. Many prospects entering the NFL will need time to develop into capable pro-level […]
0 comments by Mike Batista on 4/11/2014
NFL teams in need of wide receivers are in luck during this offseason. In the same way that the 2012 draft will be remembered for the quarterbacks, the 2014 edition will be talked about for years to come because of the receivers it features. All of the following receivers will likely be off the board […]
0 comments by elinachmany
RB Tre Mason dominated the SEC during a magical 2013 season, but he’ll need to prove himself all over again at the next level. Mason was a relatively unknown prospect going into the year, but after he racked up 1,816 yards rushing and 23 touchdowns on 317 carries in college football’s toughest conference, talent evaluators […]
0 comments by elinachmany on 4/9/2014
With the 2014 NFL Draft set to kick off in just one month’s time, here is an updated mock draft—projecting what each team will do in the first round. [Team] [Player name] [Scouting report: strengths, weaknesses, team fit, analysis] 1) Houston Texans QB Johnny Manziel Manziel is polarizing, but he can certainly make an impact […]
0 comments by Lou Musto
Analysts and fans alike are talking about the NFL Draft’s prospects, attempting to discover the league’s future stars. But the first few rounds are not the only place the next great NFL player can be found. In the later rounds of the draft, there are talented diamonds in the rough just waiting to be unearthed. […]
0 comments by elinachmany on 4/8/2014
Penn State wide receiver Allen Robinson has the skill set to put up big numbers right away in the NFL. Robinson facilitated the development of young Penn State quarterback Christian Hackenburg last season, but it’ll be the receiver’s own development that NFL teams care about next season. While wideouts like Sammy Watkins and Mike Evans […]
0 comments by Thomas Galicia on 4/7/2014
During the draft evaluation process, the Pro Day is the dog and pony show that should find itself third behind the NFL Combine and actual game film in terms of tools used to evaluate a player. Yet somehow, Pro Days are a huge deal, covered from start to finish by the media and obsessed over […]
0 comments by Matt Johnson
As draft day approaches, it’s important not only to know who the best prospects in the class are, but also what each player brings to the table. The top players have a variety of skills that have made them all-around players and worthy of high draft picks, while others possess only one great skill. It […]
0 comments by elinachmany
Iowa tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz has made his case as one of the top tight ends in the 2014 NFL draft class. While he doesn’t have the elite receiver skill set that players like Eric Ebron, Jace Amaro and Austin Seferian-Jenkins possess, Fiedorowicz is the complete package. At the Scouting Combine, the Iowa product checked […]
0 comments by elinachmany on 4/3/2014
Donte Moncrief probably isn’t going to get picked early in the 2014 NFL Draft. That being said, he possesses great talent, and should not be overlooked. Moncrief dominated the 2014 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, catching the eye of many NFL scouts with his impressive measurables and solid numbers. The former Rebel checked in at […]
0 comments by Ryan Alfieri
Evaluating college prospects and how they translate to the NFL is an extraordinarily difficult process—one that even the brightest football minds struggle with. What can be helpful in projecting these players’ attributes and roles is comparing them to players that are already in the league, looking at numbers and tape from both players to see […]
0 comments by Mike Batista on 4/2/2014
Scouts, coaches and general managers of all 32 NFL teams are extremely busy at the moment. They’re watching film, going to pro days, interviewing prospects and performing background checks in preparation for the 2014 NFL draft, which will be held May 8-10. This is the time of year when we hear about a player’s motor. […]
0 comments by Lou Musto
The NFL Draft is easily the most exciting event to highlight the league’s lengthy offseason schedule. As a result, great incoming athletes can be overhyped by the media and forced down fans’ throats. Meanwhile, underrated talents who may deserve more attention fly under the radar only to surprise folks with an unexpectedly early selection on […]
0 comments by elinachmany on 3/27/2014
With the NFL draft set to kick off in less than six weeks, team scouts are currently exchanging notes and watching as much tape as possible—as they attempt to reshuffle their draft boards and figure out whose stock is rising, and whose is falling. This particular draft class features exceptional depth, and many analysts differ […]
0 comments by Matt Johnson on 3/17/2014
As the 2014 NFL Draft approaches with free agency already underway, 32 front offices are shuffling their boards around as they scramble to fill their most pressing needs. Franchises differ in their approach to team building. Some teams elect to fill voids in free agency—choosing to spend lavishly on outside options—while others save their money […]
0 comments by Mike Batista on 3/11/2014
The time between now and the 2014 NFL Draft kicking off on May 8 is the biggest turning point in the lives of hundreds of young men. A rapidly-falling draft stock in the spring can shrink the income of an NFL hopeful in the first few years of his professional career. College football players who […]
0 comments by elinachmany on 3/4/2014
Fresno State quarterback Derek Carr put up big-time numbers at the 2014 NFL Scouting Combine and has made a compelling case for his draft stock. I’m intrigued by Carr, and believe his ceiling is high. But he’s raw, and his mechanics need work. After watching a lot of film on the young QB, I think […]
