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Time for Jameis and the Bucs to Shine

I have been a Bucs fan since birth in 1986. I have spent thousands of dollars traveling to Ray Jay, witnessed Jameis being drafted #1, have Bucs tattoos, spent countless hours researching this team, and have not missed a game since I can remember. In light of Jameis Winston’s suspension and behavior, I can no longer support the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

PSYCHE!

Jameis would personally have to end my life for me to pry myself away from the Bucs on Sunday. As most fans, I am disappointed in what occurred, however I am here until death. I cannot believe some of the negative reaction in relation to an Uber ride two and half years ago. I am in no way condoning the behavior as it is fairly immature if true, but I still have Jameis’s back. The fact is we do not know if it is true. We may never know and that is not enough reason to draw such negative conclusions off of him to the point we are writing him off as a player and the Bucs as a team. Just imagine if all of our skeletons were exposed. There would be more hypocrites than you can imagine.

Everything we have seen since acquiring Jaboo (with the exception of the petty Saints drama) has been admirable. He is continually involved in the community, he ALWAYS takes accountability for team failures, and he is also the first one in and last one out of the building. People fail to realize how difficult it is in this day and age to hide from social media so we would have seen something by now rather than heard. No matter what anyone says, Jameis is a true leader and that is evidenced by the overflowing support expressed by Ali Marpet, Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, Cameron Brate, Kwon Alexander, etc. in the last several days. It is also rare to see the amount of passion he possesses and it truly is genuine for his teammates, the city of Tampa, and this fan base.

It’s ironic as a Bucs fan to see the number of people willing to crucify this man when we have dealt with adversity from Doug Martin, Legarette Blount, Aqib Talib, Michael Bennett, etc. Most fans of which were quick to agree with cutting them but even quicker to say let’s bring them back when the opportunity arose. Some of the aforementioned players were in trouble double the amount Jameis was in. They were given an opportunity to mature by championship quality teams and they succeeded. Let’s not make the same mistake twice… I mean 10 times? Jameis Winston absolutely deserves a second chance considering there were no charges filed and absolutely no evidence of guilt. He deserves the benefit of a doubt and don’t get it twisted, it would be his SECOND chance. There will be those that disagree, but you’re not convincing us otherwise.

It’s been 42 years since we have had a franchise Quarterback. If you’re keeping score, that means we have not officially had one! Also if you have been paying attention at home, Jameis had played remarkably well in the latter part of the 2017 season. Completion percentage has increased. Interceptions have decreased. Yards per attempt have increased. All arrows are pointing up! Plus, do we really anticipate his fumbles to continue? I sure don’t. With a chance to win every game since coming back from injury, Jameis had the second best QBR in the league to…Tom Brady. All of this with one of the worst defenses and run games in the league. Now guess what? Our defense and run game should be improved!

This was always a make or break year for the Bucs. Nothing has changed. Koetter, Jameis, Smitty, and Licht all have their jobs on the line. Every single media outlet I turn to has us penciled in as last in the division and these guys looking for work in 2019. I STRONGLY disagree. As an Offensive Coordinator, Dirk Koetter led us to our most yards from scrimmage in our history. He had a winning season in his first year coaching. Mike Smith has won Coach of the Year. Don’t even get me started on how well Jason Licht has drafted. It’s simply asinine to suggest these guys are not capable of success.

The pieces are there now. The Bucs have a top five Wide Reciever corps. They have potentially the best Tight End duo in the league. Our linebackers are absolute studs. The Defensive Line is the second highest paid in the NFC. Ronald Jones was the fastest rookie in the draft if you actually are aware of his skillset. Catanzaro is an above average kicker who should rectify our kicking woes. The Offensive Line added one of the best Centers in the league in Ryan Jensen. Demar Dotson was graded out as one of the best Tackles in the NFL last year. Ali Marpet is in his natural position where he has elite potential. There is more to a team than one player in football. This isn’t basketball.

Our first three opponents are not as intimidating as they may seem either. I always enjoy season predictions as there is normally no parity and people essentially utilize last year’s records to determine future success. We just beat the Saints with rough QB play in which Jameis had three interceptions forcing the ball to Mike Evans. Plus they don’t have Mark Ingram. The Eagles will have a dose of the Superbowl Hangover in which winners normally regress. Not to mention we stole a chunk of their Defensive Line which led them to the Lombardi Trophy. Oh and the Steelers normally lose games they should win. We beat them with Mike Glennon IN Pittsburgh the last time we faced-off for crying out loud. We play 2/3 of those games at home. The fact is, we weren’t winning these games without improvement in many areas and we have undoubtedly improved.

It’s pretty simple, really. Fitzpatrick has flashed brilliance at the Quarterback position. He just needs to win one of those first three games. Don’t forget how well he played for the Jets before the entire locker room imploded. Jameis will then step in and I’m betting a lot that he becomes the Quarterback we all anticipated him to be. I would love to witness the look on each and every one of his hater’s faces. If you truly are a die-hard Bucs fan, then you know how good this guy can be. You know how good of a teammate he is. You know how much he wants to win. I would not bet against him.

A newborn baby, financial motivation, a fiancé, the threat of losing everything he has worked for and is passionate about, and the opportunity to shut up a ton of doubters. All reasons why this could be Jameis Winston’s career year. You think you’ve seen an inspired Winston before? Well, just wait…

Take a mental note of all the people jumping off the bandwagon. Remember who said they are done with the Bucs because of one STUPID mistake from one player in three seasons. The Bucs are bound for greatness and it will be under the guiding light of Famous Jameis. Remember those “fans” so we can all block the entryway to the ship when they inevitably return.

IT’S TIME TO FIRE THE CANNONS!!!

Jameis will be lighting the fuse soon enough, whether you like it or not.

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Nobody is winning the Jameis Winston debate…

We do this every year, don’t we? There is always some form of adversity in Tampa. Just like the Hurricane last season. Started off with high hopes just to have them dashed by no bye week. We were unable to overcome it then and all of the Cinderella hype was gone.

It seems this is year is no different. Yet again adversity is hitting and we are losing Jameis Winston for three games due to an alleged crotch-grabbing incident. However, the real issue isn’t as much about the three games in my opinion as it is about the fan base. At this point, there is a rift. Some believe that he is 100% guilty and does not deserve a roster spot. Some believe that he is innocent or his actions are forgivable. Both have valid perspectives and both should be respected.

Then there are some in the middle…

Those who are in the middle are looking at this for what it is, the facts for what they are. Jameis may or may not have sexually assaulted that Uber driver on that night nearly two and a half years ago. Jameis may or may not have lied to us about it. However, it seems at this point we may never know. There are very few facts.

One fact does remain. Jameis has not been proven guilty in a court of law. In fact, there were no police reports. The alleged victim, Kate, evidently did not view the incident to be so malicious to the point where jail time or a conviction was necessary. Now the court of public opinion is set to decide the outcome. The oppositions in this court only have a limited amount of evidence to draw a conclusion. However that conclusion may only remain an opinion. An opinion that should be respected.

In my opinion if Jameis is guilty, then he certainly needs to grow up. I do not condone that behavior and the people that want to crucify him have to be respected, as that is a despicable act. On the other hand, those that support him because they have made mistakes in the past and believe in second chances should be respected as well. This has been his only incident as a Buccaneer and that cannot be overlooked during his three year tenure. It is entirely possible to have lost admiration for Jameis but to still support him.

Let’s look at the situation from face value. Jameis was accused of inappropriately touching the alleged victim while intoxicated in an Uber over two years ago. The victim only addressed it with her employer and not the proper authorities. A fair amount of hearsay ensued in which some suggested she was lying and some suggested Jameis lied.

Now some will propose that Jameis insinuating that Banks and Darby were in the car was an admission of guilt. I think many have forgotten or failed to address that there were two car rides. It is entirely possible that Jameis was referencing the first one in which he was honest. It is also possible that he was too drunk to remember the second car ride. Now I am not condoning that behavior nor his response to the questions, I am simply playing devil’s advocate as to the discrepancy. It is also possible he manipulated everyone and for that he needs to grow up and smarten up.

The fact is, just like politics, that nobody is going to ever agree on Jameis’s character or if the discipline administered was justified. What is more important is that we are all Bucs fans and we need to learn to live with differences of opinions. We may never see eye to eye on the decision to retain Jameis, but we all need to live with it and treat each other as equals because that decision has already been made. Jameis will be a Buccaneer for the foreseeable future.

A fan base by definition is a distinct social grouping. You don’t necessarily have to support the player and that’s fine, but we should all support the team. That is why we are here. The hostility is only adding fuel to an already huge fire. We are doing more damage to each other than the act itself.

In many ways this ideology could be utilized in everyday life. It would certainly help with politics and religion, but we all know it’s impossible. There will always be two sides to every issue.

Then there will also always be the middle men. Which one are you?

I respect your answer.

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2018 Senior Bowl Preview: Special Teams

The Senior Bowl week has begun, the final time for these prospects to duke it out on the field before the draft. A lot of hope for these players rests not only in their performance in the game and during the week in practice, but also off the field in the interview portion. To help get ready for the week, I am doing a rundown of every player who is going to be in Mobile, Alabama. The players I am showcasing in these next 4 articles are based on the official rosters as of January 19, 2018. This article will be about the specialists for the both teams. The game is on January 27, 2018.

South Specialists:

JK Scott, Punter (Alabama): The best punter in the draft class is Alabama’s JK Scott. Scott has an incredible boot and great hang time on his punts. He also understands directional punting, and when to let off some power to down the ball inside the 20. Scott also handled kickoff duties his final season, averaging 63 yards and 45 touchbacks on 99 kicks. Scott should be drafted, but it’s hard to project specialists, and it’s harder to project punters than kickers, but don’t be surprised if Scott goes in the early to mid-4th round.

Daniel Carlson, Kicker (Auburn): Daniel Carlson is the best draft-eligible kicker in this class, and actually surprised some when he decided to return for his senior season. Carlson had a down year, converting a career low 74% of his kicks and 50% from beyond 50 yards. However, he has been steady over his four seasons, converting 100% of his PATs, 80% of his overall field goals, and 80% from beyond 50. Carlson also has 4 years of kickoff experience, averaging 63 yards and 221 touchbacks on 315 attempts. Carlson should be selected anyway from the 4th-5th rounds on draft night because of his strong leg and accuracy from distance. Also should note, Carlson is a decent athlete and has converted a couple fake kicks during his time at Auburn.

Ike Powell, Long Snapper (Auburn): Carlson’s teammate, Ike Powell was a dependable long snapper who didn’t botch any snaps for the Tigers. Long snappers generally don’t get picked in the draft, so he’ll be playing to impress enough to be a priority free agent.

North Specialists:

Johnny Townsend, Punter (Florida): The SEC is well represented in this specialist group with the fourth player from the conference being Johnny Townsend. Townsend has a big leg and is able to get a lot of air under his kicks. Townsend was also good at downing kicks inside the 20-yard line, with 63 punts inside-20 out of 176 total. He doesn’t have much experience kicking off, just one attempt, so that will be something scouts will ask him to do to add to his value. Much like Scott, Townsend should most likely be drafted, probably more towards the late-5th/mid-6th round range.

Michael Badgley, Kicker (Miami): Another kicker with a big leg, Badgley has the power to hit field goals well beyond 50 yards, it’s his consistency that scouts get hung up on. A career 79% field goal kicker, Badgley struggles with accuracy beyond 50 yards and within the 30-39 yard range, often due to the width of the hash marks. He’s very good between 40-49 yards, which helps back up the argument that his accuracy inside 50 is better than some stats might indicate. Also the Hurricanes’ kickoff specialist, Badgley averaged 62 yards per kickoff and 92 touchbacks in 190 kicks. Badgley might get drafted in the 7th round, but he is behind two kickers on my board.

Tanner Carew, Long Snapper (Oregon): Tanner Carew was another steady long snapper who hit on all his snaps. Much like Powell, he’s going to be playing more for PFA opportunities as opposed to being a draft pick.

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2018 Senior Bowl Preview: South Defense

The Senior Bowl week has begun, the final time for these prospects to duke it out on the field before the draft. A lot of hope for these players rests not only in their performance in the game and during the week in practice, but also off the field in the interview portion. To help get ready for the week, I am doing a rundown of every player who is going to be in Mobile, Alabama. The players I am showcasing in these next 4 articles are based on the official rosters as of January 19, 2018. This article will be about the defense for the South team. The game is on January 27, 2018.

EDGE Defenders:

Marcus Davenport (Texas-San Antonio): Marcus Davenport is a beautifully raw player that teams can’t wait to get their hands on. One of my favorite edge rushers in the class, the 6’6”, 250-pound monster has the explosion, strength, and ability to play the run and rush the passer make him an amazing prospect. He uses his length to his advantage, getting defenders away from him, and uses his speed and power to physically overmatch offensive linemen. He also displays a good usage of his hands. Mobile will be the perfect place for Davenport to show his skills against better competition and continue climbing up draft boards.

Kylie Fitts (Utah): I came away from Fitts’ tape unimpressed. Fitts has been injured a lot in his college career, which has definitely affected his play the last two seasons. On tape, I saw Fitts struggle to shed blocks and got swallowed up by offensive linemen. Fitts is athletic enough to drop back and make plays in space, but his pass rushing technique left a lot to be desired. All things considered, Fitts will have to show scouts in Mobile that he can play at a high level when he’s injury free to get a team to take a chance on him as more than a late-round flier.

Uchenna Nwosu (Southern California): I really like Uchenna Nwosu. The kid plays like he’s hair is on fire, and he never quits. He handled a lot of responsibilities in USC’s defense, as an edge rusher, linebacker, run defender, etc. and he handled it all. He’s undersized at 6’1”, 240, and I question his ability to shed blocks against offensive tackles, so I want to see him work with the off-ball linebacking group as well in Mobile. Nwosu is a surefire day-2 selection, and a great showing in Mobile could push him into the top-60.

Marquis Haynes (Mississippi): Another undersized edge defender I think could get moved in the NFL, Marquis Haynes put up big stats at Ole Miss, but at 6’3”, 230, he is best suited to not be an every-down pass rusher. He’s very athletic, showing great burst off the line, and has some oomph to his game despite his size. NFL teams are going to want to see him drop more into coverage and see his athleticism in space against running backs and slot receivers. Haynes is an early day-3 guy for me, assuming he can play as well in coverage as I think he can.

Interior Defensive Linemen:

Andrew Brown (Virginia): Andrew Brown impressed me a lot this season. The 6’3”, 285-pound Cavalier showed great explosiveness of the line and good bend around the edge. He also has strong, violent hands that allow him to push offensive linemen back and knock them off-balance. He needs some coaching up on his technique and hand usage, but he has a lot of plus traits that make me extremely interested to see him in one-on-one drills in Mobile.

Da’Shawn Hand (Alabama): A former top recruit, Da’Shawn Hand got buried under the plethora of talent at Alabama. At 6’4”, 288, Hand as the size and athleticism to play multiple spots on the defensive line and had the power to overmatch SEC offensive linemen. I loved his ability to fill gaps in the run game and drive offensive linemen back into the pocket. He wasn’t a highly effective pass rusher in terms of sacks at Alabama, but I feel he can really improve in this area in the NFL, especially with the right coaching.

Poona Ford (Texas): A late call-up from the Shrine Game, I love Poona Ford. I don’t care at all about height concerns, he’s 5’11” and 309 pounds, because he plays ball. Height also isn’t that big of an issue because guys like Ford use it to their advantage. Ford’s natural leverage and low center of gravity allow him to be an absolute headache for offensive linemen. He clogs up running lanes and uses his strength and quickness to get to the QB. While he might be underrated or scare of teams because of his height, he’ll make whoever drafts him very happy.

Linebackers:

Shaquem Griffin (Central Florida): One of college football’s most heartwarming stories, the one-handed Shaquem Griffin has turned into an amazing player and leader for national champions UCF. Griffin is very athletic and flies all around the field making plays. He’s a physical player that makes a lot of tackles in space and can beat blockers, despite him only having one hand. He also did a lot of damage as a blitzer, using his speed and length to get around the edge. He’s very undersized at 6’1”, 213 so he needs to show that he can hang with NFL offensive linemen, but I wouldn’t doubt this kid’s heart. He can be a good nickel LB in the league and a special teams demon.

Dorian O’Daniel (Clemson): A smaller linebacker at just 6’1”, 220-pounds, O’Daniel flashed range and athleticism at Clemson. I liked his movement skills in coverage and his ability to tackle in space. With his limited size, O’Daniel has issues with his strength. He has a hard time shedding blocks and can get overpowered by stronger running backs and tight ends in one-on-one tackling situations. His speed will make him attractive to teams as a nickel LB or even as a possible box safety, but he really has to impress in coverage drills in Mobile for that to happen.

Tre’ Williams (Auburn): Another undersized linebacker (6’1”, 229), Tre’ Williams showed good traits that translate to the NFL. Williams plays bigger than his size and does a lot of good work shedding blocks and finishing tackles. He may not be the best athlete, so I worry about him in pass coverage, especially in one-on-ones, and he won’t be the sideline to sideline mover either. He should be an immediate special teams contributor at the least, and if he shows skills in coverage at the Senior Bowl, he can be a rotational player as a rookie.

Darius Leonard (South Carolina State): I didn’t find a lot of film for Leonard, but his athleticism definitely stood out. At 6’2”, 228, Leonard moves well all around the field and he has the fluidity to change directions. However, he got stuck on blockers a lot, which is concerning for his level of competition, and he needs to improve this if he wants to play linebacker at the NFL level.

Micah Kiser (Virginia): Micah Kiser is a throwback linebacker in the sense that coverage is where he looks his worst, but he is a sure run defender. Kiser is a sure tackler that does a good job going downhill and fighting trough blocks and can rush the passer off the edge or up the middle. The main holdup with Kiser is his athleticism. He doesn’t move well in space and doesn’t look like he can cover sideline to sideline. He’s also stiff in coverage and can get abused by slot receivers and running backs. His best spot in the NFL is for 3-4 teams that want a leader in the middle of the defense who can make tackles, and he can help on special teams.

Cornerbacks:

Siran Neal (Jacksonville State): I didn’t find much film of Siran Neal, but I am a fan of what I have seen. He’s a bigger corner (6’1”, 205) and has good strength and athleticism. He plays press well, jamming receivers and having the speed to turn and go with them. He also has the speed to recover when he gets beat. Some say a move to safety is in his future because his hips are somewhat stiff, and he can work on the back end as well thanks to his ability to tackle and run support. Siran Neal is a player I’m going to watch closely in Mobile because I feel he can rise like Lamar’s Brandon Langley did last year.

Chandon Sullivan (Georgia State): Put me down as being a fan of Chandon Sullivan. The four-year starter for Georgia State showed a lot of NFL qualities in the tape I viewed. Sullivan has adequate size to be both a slot corner and play on the outside at 5’11”, 195-pounds, and he has great length. I liked his athleticism and the fluidity of his movement. He flips his hips easily and can turn and run stride for stride with the receiver. I want to see him show better ball skills and while he is a willing to come up and make tackles, he needs to do a better job of fighting through blocks and finishing tackles. I’m very excited to see Sullivan go up against top competition and Mobile and watch more tape of him going forward. He might be my favorite corner down there this year.

D’Montre Wade (Murray State): Another small school cornerback, D’Montre Wade has some talent, but I don’t have enough film to make a definitive grade. He is a well-built guy at 6’0”, 200-pounds, and has good athleticism. I mostly saw him play zone coverage, especially deep zone, and he got back there in a hurry. This leads me to wonder if he can play safety to offer versatility. His six interceptions could also point to his ball skills. I’m intrigued by Wade and I will watch him closely in Mobile.

Danny Johnson (Southern): I couldn’t find any tape for this small school cornerback, but Southern’s star cornerback has caught the eye of some NFL talent evaluators. The 5’10”, 194 corner has shown ball skills and athleticism that have put him on watchlists around the league. He also showcased his abilities as a returner.

MJ Stewart (North Carolina): A pure slot corner, MJ Stewart impressed me all throughout the season with his short area quickness and fluidity/change of direction. He also has a knack for making plays on the ball while it’s in the air. What I want to see in Mobile is whether Stewart can handle duties on the outside, but no matter what he projects as an above-average nickel corner, which is becoming an increasingly important position.

Kameron Kelly (San Diego State): A former safety, I feel Kelly should probably make the move back to the backend of the defense. Kelly is incredibly physical on the outside, which will cause a lot of penalties, but also helps him in run support because he is a good tackler. He lacks the change of direction skills to live as an outside corner, and he looks slow when trying to get vertical down the field. Allowing him to start back deeper will allow him to use his ball skills and tackling ability in a more effective manner.

Levi Wallace (Alabama): Someone that kept popping out to me on film, Levi Wallace is a long, lean corner at 5’11”, 185 that uses his length to his advantage. I liked how he jammed receivers at the line and used his hands/length in press coverage down the field. He also made a lot of plays on the ball and on ball carriers, proving to be a reliable tackler. Where I worry about Wallace is that he doesn’t seem like the most athletic guy at corner, which causes him to get beat a little too often, getting hung up on speedy receivers that just fly right past him. Those one-on-one drills in Mobile will be huge for Wallace.

Safeties:

Quin Blanding (Virginia): Following a historic career at Virginia, Quin Blanding doesn’t do it for me as a prospect. Blanding is a reliable tackler with great size at 6’2”, 210. I just don’t see him as good enough in coverage to really be successful in the NFL. An average athlete who is stiff in coverage and doesn’t track the ball well just doesn’t scream NFL starter to me. He’ll get drafted because of his pedigree and leadership, but I struggle to see anything more than special teamer from him.

Jeremy Reaves (South Alabama): The cream of the safety crop in Mobile this year, Jeremy Reaves was on my radar at the start of the season and has moved up my board on every viewing. The former cornerback has a lot of experience playing on the line in man and press coverage and has position flexibility all over the secondary. I love his athleticism and the range to come along with it because Reaves is a sure tackler and has good ball skills, allowing him to make plays all over the field in both run support and pass coverage. Reaves has been a pleasant surprise all season and has been vastly underrated all season, expect that to change after next week.

Tray Matthews (Auburn): I was not impressed by Tray Matthews for a handful of reasons. I felt that Matthews was a god athlete and was fluid in motion. However, he didn’t cover very well and was beaten a lot. While he takes good angles and fills assignments in run support, Matthews looked very tentative and shied away from contact rather than embracing it, forcing him to miss a lot of tackles. Matthews doesn’t really have a fit on an NFL defense as it stands, and until he learns to embrace contact and finish tackles, I don’t even see a special teams role for him.

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2018 Senior Bowl Preview: North Defense

The Senior Bowl week has begun, the final time for these prospects to duke it out on the field before the draft. A lot of hope for these players rests not only in their performance in the game and during the week in practice, but also off the field in the interview portion. To help get ready for the week, I am doing a rundown of every player who is going to be in Mobile, Alabama. The players I am showcasing in these next 4 articles are based on the official rosters as of January 19, 2018. This article will be about the defense for the North team. The game is on January 27, 2018.

EDGE Defenders:

Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (Oklahoma): Oklahoma’s undersized star edge defender, the 6’1”, 240-pound Okoronkwo has a lot to love. Okoronkwo wins with his first step and athleticism, allowing him to bend around the edge easily. He has a great motor and does the dirty work in the run game. Because of his size and athleticism, combined with his ability to play well in space and drop back into coverage, many teams will want to move Okoronkwo into an off-ball linebacker role. Wherever he plays, Okoronkwo will work his hardest and provide instant leadership in the locker room. I wouldn’t be surprised of Okoronkwo goes top-50.

Kemoko Turay (Rutgers): Kemoko Turay has had an interesting career. Coming off an amazing redshirt-freshman season, Turay was getting first round buzz thanks to his 6’6”, 257-pound frame and athleticism. He has since proven to be very inconsistent and got put in the doghouse at Rutgers because of lackluster effort. When he’s on and motivated, Turay shows good technique with his hands and an unstoppable motor to go with his athleticism and bend around the edge. When he’s uninterested and not trying, he vanishes completely. He also plays with a high pad level, losing leverage, and didn’t impress me as a run defender. He’ll have to have a good week in Mobile on the field and in interviews to get a team to take the chance on a first round talent with attitude and passion issues. If a team can get him clean up his act, he’ll be a steal.

Tyquan Lewis (Ohio State): Tyquan Lewis was a fan favorite at Ohio State, but I struggle to see him as a high-level starter in the NFL. Lewis has a high motor and has NFL size (6’3”, 265), but I don’t see him there physically. He gets eaten up by blockers a lot and has trouble getting off them and isn’t very athletic. He has a slow get off the line and doesn’t bend particularly well. Lewis can spot start because I liked how he played against the run, he set the edge and tackled well, but he’s nothing more than that in my opinion. Scouts will like his leadership traits, but he leaves a lot to be desired on the field.

Jalyn Holmes (Ohio State): A large human being at 6’5”, 270, Holmes will be appealing to many NFL teams. He played multiple spots along OSU’s defensive front, but he never got a lot of playing time behind all the talent OUS has pumped out lately. Holmes has a good combination of speed and power, showing good explosion of the snap and the ability to physically outmatch offensive linemen, but he also lacks nuance with his technique and often plays high. Holmes is a project, but I like his upside because there is a lot to work with and he can really boost his stock with a good showing in Mobile, coming out of the shadows a bit.

Garret Dooley (Wisconsin): Garret Dooley is a smart, attentive defender that can diagnose plays and understands gap assignments. Dooley has good size at 6’2”, 245, but he lacks length and isn’t the strongest guy. Dooley is a scrappy guy and looks like a solid athlete in space and off the snap, but he doesn’t bend around the edge well. Dooley’s intelligence and toughness will get him praise from scouts.

Dewey Jarvis (Brown): I couldn’t find any film of the Bears’ star edge rusher, so I must rely on his stats to show how much he dominated the lower level of competition. Compiling 17.5 sacks, 39 tackles for loss, 9 forced fumbles, and 6 passes defended. He’s undersized at 6’2”, 230-pounds, so he needs to show he can play against the bigger, stronger, better competition in Mobile. Showing he can play special teams would be a huge boost to his stock. I’m interested to see him play this week.

Interior Defensive Linemen:

Harrison Phillips (Stanford): Harrison Phillips is one of the highest rated defensive prospects in Mobile this year, due in part to his effectiveness in stopping the run. Phillips is a disruptor that has strong hands and solid technique, which allows him to blow up any run plays his direction. Where I get hung up on him is when he’s double-teamed, he rarely impacts plays, and he worries me as a pass rusher due to his lack of moves. If he impresses as a pass rusher in Mobile, his stock can rise into early to mid-round 2, but his effectiveness as a run defender makes him a round 3 prospect.

Justin Jones (North Carolina State): A smaller defensive lineman at 6’1”, 312, Justin Jones gets hung up a lot when he doesn’t get initial hand placement and is pushed out of the play. He does possess a good first step and has some power to his moves, which help him as a pass rusher. Much like Phillips, Hill has issues shedding double teams and getting outside on run plays, but he is effective at stopping runs his way inside. Jones seems like a situational player who can develop his way into more playing time.

BJ Hill (North Carolina State): Jones’ teammate BJ Hill is quite the opposite. The 6’3”, 315-pound Hill impressed me with his ability to diagnose and stuff run plays. He has a strong base and fights through blocks to get into the backfield and can get outside to the edge. He has a high motor and can get through the double teams that Jones struggled against. Where Hill struggles is as a pass rusher. He’s severely underdeveloped in this area and essentially has to be built from the ground up. He is a run stop specialist until he learns how to effectively rush the passer, but I like his chances to develop.

Nathan Shepherd (Fort Hays State): A small school defensive lineman, Nathan Shepherd didn’t really impress me. Granted he faced a lot of double teams, Shepherd didn’t really show any pass rush moves, nor did he show good technique, playing with a high pad level. Shepherd does look well-built and has good athleticism, good quickness of the snap and a high motor, which I really like from big guys. Shepherd is a project that I don’t see getting drafted, but a good outing in Mobile could make a team fall in love with what he could become and be willing to take him late.

Linebackers:

Fred Warner (BYU):

Mike McCray (Michigan): A big presence in the Wolverine’s defense, the 6’4”, 250-pound McCray didn’t impress me in coverage. McCray is a slow mover and lacks reactionary quickness to be consistent in coverage and in space. He does possess good strength and the ability to shed blocks, which makes me wonder if he can play edge. That might be his only chance to be an NFL starter unless a 3-4 team is comfortable with his issues and hopes they can develop him into a downhill thumper.

Nick DeLuca (North Dakota State): I like what Nick DeLuca brings to the table. The 6’3”, 245-pound FCS All-American is very athletic. DeLuca moves well in space and has fluid movement skills that allow him to be an asset in pass coverage. I also like his ability to blitz up the middle. He reminds me of Alec Ogletree in that he makes a lot of tackles, but when he misses, he missed badly. That is something he needs to work on to be consistent in the NFL, but he also needs to do a better job of getting off blocks. That said, DeLuca is one of my favorite linebackers in Mobile and can rise up draft boards thanks to his toughness and athleticism.

Myles Pierce (The Citadel): I couldn’t find any film of this small-school linebacker, but he dominated his competition level for 169 tackles with 24 for a loss. He’s undersized at 6’0”, 229, so he needs to show the athleticism to cover backs and slot receivers in that nickel LB role for him to get significant playing time outside special teams.

Cornerbacks:

Darius Phillips (Western Michigan): One word to describe Phillip: playmaker. Phillips was around the ball constantly at Western Michigan, showing off incredible ball skills. The former wide receiver can track the ball into his hands and has soft hands to rarely drop interceptions. Phillips is a great athlete that has the speed to go deep and recover, and the fluidity to seamlessly change direction. I liked how he mirrored receivers in man coverage and wasn’t afraid to jam receivers at the line despite his smaller stature (5’10”, 190). He also served as WMU’s return man, scoring 6 total touchdowns. A lot of where he goes might depend on his weigh in because his height might scare teams off form playing him outside, but his playmaking and immediate special teams impact make him an easy day-2 pick in my opinion.

Christian Campbell (Penn State): A bigger, stronger corner at 6’1”, 195, Christian Campbell does his best work at the line in press coverage. The only problem is that’s all he can really do. Campbell didn’t impress me in man or zone coverage due to his average athleticism and poor technique. And for being as big as he is, he didn’t impress me in run support either. Campbell needs to have a great week in Mobile in my opinion to be draftable.

Isaac Yiadom (Boston College): Another bigger corner with length (6’0”, 190), Isaac Yiadom did his best work in press coverage where his strength allowed him to jam and reroute receivers. However, Yiadom also falls victim to average athleticism that makes him susceptible to giving up big plays to faster receivers if he doesn’t jam them. He also does a better job in run support than what Campbell showed, and looks like he can be a gunner on special teams.

Michael Joseph (Dubuque): A Division III first-team All-American, Michael Joseph dominated lower competition. I was only able to find one game of Joseph on film, and I was intrigued. He was obviously better than everyone else on the field, but I liked the traits I saw. He was around the ball constantly. He finished the game with two interceptions and four passes defended, using length and quickness to undercut routes. He also wasn’t afraid to come up and make tackles. I always love seeing these lower division players in Mobile and I’ll be on the lookout for Joseph during practices to see how he does against good competition.

Taron Johnson (Weber State): Another small-school prospect I had trouble finding film of, Taron Johnson looked like a great athlete against South Dakota in 2015. He has good fluidity in his hips that allow him to seamlessly change directions, and he has the speed to turn and run stride for stride down the field with receivers. He also displayed great tackling ability, both in effort and in power, bringing down running backs and receivers in open space. Not knowing much about him, I will pay close attention to him throughout the week and during the game. And just like Michael Joseph, teams are going to want to see how Johnson performs against higher level talent than what he is used to seeing in the FCS.

Duke Dawson (Florida): As a pure slot corner, I like Duke Dawson’s pro potential. Dawson is physical enough to jam receivers at the line and likes to make tackles, which is paramount for nickel CBs. I like watching him play forward but playing with the ball behind him is a different story. A limited athlete, Dawson struggles going deep with speedy receivers, which hurts his chances to play outside corner, but can be masked in the slot. In a class stacked at CB, Dawson might have trouble going before day-3 because of his limited role.

JaMarcus King (South Carolina): A bigger, physical corner, JaMarcus King lives as a press corner on the outside using his strength and length to jam receivers. He has shown the ability the move well, but I don’t think he has great change of direction skills, which could limit his ability to be an outside corner. He does tackle very well and loves to be physical at the catch point. I’ve seen some say he should move to safety, which I could see and would like to see him workout as.

Safeties:

Trayvon Henderson (Hawaii): The first thing that stands out from Trayvon Henderson is his pure athleticism and his ability to deliver bone-crushing hits. He is a very athletic safety, with great speed and the ability to change direction and has great ball skills. Henderson loves to come up and make tackles, finishing well with great closing speed. I was pleasantly surprised with how good Henderson looked on tape and I’m very excited to see him in Mobile against better competition.

Kyzir White (West Virginia): The biggest safety in Mobile this year at 6’2”, 216, Kyzir White is a high motor player that loves to play physical. White was moved all over WVU’s defense, versatility that helps his draft stock because of his size and athleticism. He delivers big hits and will get on a lot of highlight tapes. He has the ability to be successful in man and zone coverage, a huge plus for modern safeties, and has the speed to cover receivers down the field. My criticism comes with consistency. He flies around the field making plays, which is a great thing, but he overpursues lot and misses tackles or assignments. If he can play more under control, White could be the next in a growing line of defensive chess pieces all around the NFL as teams look to add athletic, versatile defenders.

Armani Watts (Texas A&M): One of the most well-rounded safety prospects in this class, I thought Watts would have came out last year, but he opted for one more season at College Station. At 5’11”, 205, Watts has a compact build that allows him to be consistent in run support and lay the boom. I like Watts’ athleticism and ability to play deep zone for his bigger size. The problem with Watts is consistency. He sometimes misses the easy plays/assignments and ends up in some incredibly frustrating plays. A little more consistency and Watts can be a top safety in the class.

Marcus Allen (Penn State): Arguably the best run supporting safety in the class, Marcus Allen had a storied career at Penn State. He plays downhill and has perfect tackling form. Allen consistently fights through blocks to take down the ball carrier and does good work in the open field. Allen’s main issue is his lack of coverage experience. Often used in the box Allen never really had to cover deep down the field or play on the line in man coverage against slot receivers, tight ends, and running backs. Teams will love his run support ability and leadership, but will scrutinize his lack of coverage ability, so a good showing in Mobile is necessary for him. If he can show the ability to play better in coverage, Allen could be a fast riser between now and the draft.

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2018 Senior Bowl Preview: South Offense

The Senior Bowl week has begun, the final time for these prospects to duke it out on the field before the draft. A lot of hope for these players rests not only in their performance in the game and during the week in practice, but also off the field in the interview portion. To help get ready for the week, I am doing a rundown of every player who is going to be in Mobile, Alabama. The players I am showcasing in these next 4 articles are based on the official rosters as of January 19, 2018. This article will be about the offense for the South team. The game is on January 27, 2018.

Quarterbacks:

Mike White (Western Kentucky): Mike White was someone I was actually graded too low before I began looking harder at Senior Bowl prospects. White, when not under pressure, throws well in the short and intermediate ranges with adequate zip. He’s also a good enough athlete to execute rollouts and the occasional QB run. A lot of White’s problems come when he’s pressured, or when he’s forced to throw to receivers that aren’t wide open. White often breaks down at the sight of pressure rather than attempting to take off or extend plays. When faced with man coverage, White has trouble throwing to receivers because he doesn’t take chances throwing his receivers open, rather waiting until they are wide open, allowing pressure to come. He also fumbles a lot. White looks like he can be a very solid backup QB, and could even be a game manager-type starting QB if he gets better at reading defenses and grows more confident.

Brandon Silvers (Troy): Brandon Silvers entered the year not on my radar, but after Troy’s upset of LSU, I wanted to know more about the team that beat the Tigers on the road at night. Silvers played in Troy’s QB-friendly offense, throwing a lot of passes at or behind the line of scrimmage, but he showed he is not lost when throwing the ball farther down the field. Silvers’ deep accuracy didn’t impress me, and his arm is average, but he commanded the offense well and showed a lot of confidence. He also has good athleticism to make plays with his legs and has the ability to make accurate throws on the move. While nothing really stands out with Silvers, I think he has the makeup of a longtime backup in the NFL.

Kurt Benkert (Virginia): Benkert came into 2017 not on many people’s radar, but he has played himself into draft consideration. I have seen some hype Benkert up as a potential late-3rd/early-4th round pick, however, I don’t see him in this way. Benkert is the stereotypical one-read QB in that if his first read is covered, Benkert rarely has any idea what to do. His first instinct is to immediately bail out of the pocket, no matter the situation, and see if someone gets open. He is athletic enough to make plays on the move, and has a good arm, but this tendency is very worrying. Benkert also has trouble with his footwork in the pocket that often prevents him from hitting even the easiest throws more often than any QB should. Another project QB, Benkert doesn’t have that high of a ceiling for me to regard him as anything more than a 6th/7th round flier.

Kyle Lauletta (Richmond): The usual “small-school” QB prospect, Lauletta hails from FCS-level Richmond. From the type I watched, Lauletta does not look like anything more than a fringe NFL prospect. He doesn’t possess the desired physical traits for an NFL QB, his arm is not good, but he is a decent athlete. Lauletta also has less than desired accuracy that teams want from a starting QB, missing high a lot of times and missing a lot of throws down the field. What he doesn’t lack, however, is passion and confidence. Teams always scour these all-star games for the next Carson Wentz or Jimmy Garoppolo, but Lauletta is not that. Lauletta can possibly carve out a role as an NFL backup, but I don’t see more in his future.

Running Backs:

Rashaad Penny (San Diego State): Penny is the best running back in Mobile this season after two stellar seasons at SDSU. Penny has shown himself to be a complete, three-down back who has the ability to run between the tackles and be dangerous as a receiver out of the backfield. Penny has a fantastic blend of power and speed to go with elite vision that makes the Heisman snub one of the best running backs in the draft. Penny should easily be a top-60 selection, and a great week in Mobile could push him even higher than that.

Ito Smith (Southern Mississippi): Ito Smith is a similar prospect to Akrum Wadley, both in his strengths and his weaknesses. Smith is very elusive, and does a lot of damage in the open field where he is slippery and has the moves the shake defenders. As a receiver, I’d say Smith is better than Wadley in that he runs a more-complex, but still a very simple, route tree and his hands are incredible. Smith is also held back by his size (5’9”, 195) and has trouble running through contact, limiting him to a third down role. Smith and Wadley are the premier third-down backs in Mobile, and both should hear their name on Day-3 of the draft.

Darrel Williams (Louisiana State): Darrel Williams didn’t get much exposure his first 3 years at LSU, playing behind the likes of Leonard Fournette and Derrius Guice, but when called upon this season, he played well. Williams is a bigger back (6’1”, 229) and shows good burst through the hole. Williams does lack breakaway speed, however, and won’t often hit the home run, but he is a steady, hard-nosed runner that runs with authority. Williams also showed a lot of value as a receiver this season, compiling 23 receptions for 331 yards (14.4 yards per catch). The biggest knocks on him during the draft process will be his lack of playing time, inconsistent pass blocking, and his lack of straight line speed. Showing he can play special teams in Mobile would give his stock a huge bump, and he could eventually find his way into a rotational role in the NFL.

Fullbacks:

Nick Bawden (San Diego State): San Diego State’s Nick Bawden is the opposite of North fullback Dmitri Flowers. While Flowers is the “new-age” fullback, Bawden is the grinder that does the dirty work in the run game. He has a lot of experience acting as the lead blocker on runs, which he did for two of SDSU’s greatest all-time players (Donnel Pumprey and Rashaad Penny) and has no problem taking defenders head-on. Scouts will look to see how Bawden does as a runner-receiver, as he only had 1 carry and 30 catches in his career at SDSU. Fullbacks are often hard to project in the draft, due to their positional volatility, but Bawden would most likely hear his name mid to late-Day 3 of the draft.

Wide Receivers:

James Washington (Oklahoma State): The winner of the 2017 Fred Biletnikoff Award, James Washington is no stranger to putting up huge numbers, and at around 21 yards per catch, he was one of the premier deep receivers this year. Upon closer examination, scouts have noticed problems with Washington’s game. Washington has average size (6’0”, 205) and is also not as fast or explosive as his stats would indicate. Washington also isn’t the most refined route runner, and he doesn’t have much experience working against press coverage. Where Washington impresses is at the catch point, and getting yards after the catch. Despite his size, Washington consistently attacks the ball and wins those 50-50 balls and showed a pretty good catch radius, often bailing out QB Mason Rudolph. While he probably won’t run past defenders, Washington runs hard and is slippery in the open field. At Mobile, scouts will definitely want to see him work against press in the one-on-one drills and assess his speed vertically against the best senior competition.

Marcell Ateman (Oklahoma State): Marcell Ateman is a stereotypical “big body” receiver in that he uses his massive 6’4”, 220-pound frame to win over smaller and weaker defenders. Ateman uses his frame to his advantage, giving him a large catch radius and allowing him to win 50-50 balls. Much like his teammate Washington, Ateman doesn’t have much experience against man or press coverage, and he doesn’t have the most complete route tree. Ateman also lacks deep speed and the ability to create consistent separation, which could become a big problem in the NFL. If he doesn’t show scouts that he is better at creating separation than he looks on film, he probably won’t have a featured role in an offense, but could be a redzone weapon.

DJ Chark (Louisiana State): DJ Chark is one of my favorite receiver prospects this year, and I am very excited to see how he does in Mobile. Chark is a long, lean, and lanky athlete, listed at 6’4” and 198 pounds, and has elite speed (projected 4.39 40-yard dash). Chark does a better job at making contested catches than I had assumed, he does a great job of getting in position, times his jumps well, and finishes the catch. Chark will be coveted for his speed-size combination as guys his height who can take the job of the defense and make a lot of plays after the catch or as a punt returner. Teams in Mobile should be paying close attention to Chark, because if he plays to his potential, which was held back by Danny Etling and LSU’s offense, he can be an elite deep threat at the next level.

J’Mon Moore (Missouri): J’Mon Moore loves contact. The first thing that jumped out to me on film was he loves to block and that he has great hand technique to get away from man and press coverage. Moore moves well and has the ability to make plays down the field, and did well when asked to make plays after the catch. The biggest knock on him, like many others, is the limited route tree playing in Missouri’s spread offense. I really like Moore, who I didn’t know well coming into this week, but I can see him going Day-2 if all goes right in Mobile.

Tre’Quan Smith (Central Florida): Tre’Quan Smith is the best receiver at beating press coverage that I have seen on film for the Senior Bowl. His physicality is eye-popping, and his strength is apparent when looking at his big body (6’1”, 220). He impressed me with his ability to win at the catch point no matter the coverage, and being tough to bring down after the catch. Smith’s biggest concern is his speed and explosiveness, which aren’t terrible, but are clear downsides to his game.

Javon Wims (Georgia): Also working out at the Shrine Game, Javon Wims is an interesting prospect in that he made a lot of big plays for Georgia, but his production doesn’t match his role. In a Senior Bowl full of long and lanky receiver, add Wims (6’4”, 215) to that group. Wims is a beast at 50-50 balls, with great body control and catch radius, pointing to a potentially elite jumpball receiver. Like many other receivers in Mobile, Wims is on the slower side of the wide receiver spectrum and won’t be a threat after the catch, but his game doesn’t require him to be that. If Wims impresses at both the Shrine Game and the Senior Bowl, he can boost his stock as much as anyone else in this all-start season. (NOTE: Wims will not participate in practice or game due to injury)

Tight Ends:

Jordan Akins (Central Florida): Jordan Akins has had an interesting career. He committed to UCF in 2010 before being drafted in the 3rd round of the MLB Draft by the Texas Rangers. After 3 years playing football at UCF, Akins declared for the draft. Akins impressed me upon initial viewing with his clear athleticism and big-play ability. He has good burst off the line and can beat linebackers up the field. While not being the strongest or biggest guy (6’3”, 237), Akins gives good effort when blocking, but he’s not the best blocker. His blocking ability would be his biggest knock, if not for the fact that he will be 26 by draft night. Akins will really need to impress scouts in Mobile and test through the roof if he wants to be drafted higher, but he is a 5th round talent in my opinion, just the age is such a barrier for many teams.

Adam Breneman (Massachusetts): Another interesting career, Adam Breneman battled a lot of knee injuries in 3 seasons at Penn State before transferring to UMass. Right before he had left Penn State, he served as the campaign manager for Republican Mike Regan for his Pennsylvania senate run in 2016. On the field, Breneman was a highly productive player that impresses as a receiver. Breneman is not going to a be a jumpball master like many other of the TEs in Mobile, but he is athletic enough to get down field and be a decent threat after the catch, and he runs good routes. His blocking is decent at best, and he needs to get a lot stronger if he wants to handle in-line duties in the NFL.

Dallas Goedert (South Dakota State): My highest rated tight end heading into the Senior Bowl, Dallas Goedert is in the mix to be one of the first two TEs off the board. Goedert is a very good athlete, especially for his size (6’5”, 255), showing decent explosion off the line, but he is faster than you would think and runs well after the catch. He played all over the offense for South Dakota State, and he shows crazy receiving ability with his speed, leaping ability, and fantastic hands that haul in almost everything thrown towards him. His blocking is erratic, sometimes dominating the opponent, but he also loses a lot of battles. Scouts in Mobile will want to see him play against better competition, especially in the areas of blocking and separating from man and press coverage.

Ian Thomas (Indiana): While not doing a deep dive into his film, Ian Thomas jumped off on film to me because of his ability as a vertical tight end. He is a great athlete who gets down the field quickly and is explosive out of his breaks. He has good hands, but I didn’t get to see him in many jumpball situations, but his size (6’4”, 250) and athleticism could point to him being good enough in those situations. His blocking is inconsistent and he needs a lot of work in that area, but that isn’t his calling card. He was a JUCO transfer, and didn’t have a lot of production in his two seasons at IU, but he averaged 15 yards per catch. Thomas is one of the more athletic tight ends in Mobile, which could make him standout from the crowd and boost his stock.

Offensive Tackles:

Joe Noteboom (Texas Christian): I really like Joseph Noteboom. I haven’t heard his name thrown around too much when talking about offensive tackles, but he is firmly in that top-10 area. He is an extremely effective pass blocker, with great athleticism and strength to handle both speed and power rushers. He also looked good in run blocking, being able to seal the edge and get to the second level. Noteboom was slated to play in the Shrine Game, but was bumped up to Mobile. This trend of Noteboom moving up should continue with his draft stock, and he could be a top-60 pick by April.

Alex Cappa (Humboldt State): A Division-2 All-American, Alex Cappa was among the finest players at his level of play. At 6’7”, 305-pounds, Cappa overshadowed his opponents and certainly passes the eye test for an NFL offensive tackle, and there is a lot to like about his game. The first thing I saw from Cappa was his ability to finish blocks. He’s strong and plays with a mean streak and will work his hardest to put his man on the ground. He also showed good athleticism by getting to the second level on runs and blocking in space, taking on linebackers and defensive backs. Obviously, his competition level is going to draw a lot of criticism as he was the best, strongest player out there every game he played, so watching him adapt to the Senior Bowl is a must-see. His talent differential also caused some inefficiency in his game, particularly in technique and footwork. Cappa didn’t always drop anchor in pass protection and stood too tall, simply because other players couldn’t move him. He also had trouble with hand placement, in here I saw him, multiple times, go for the defenders shoulders in an attempt to ragdoll him to the ground and whiffing, this won’t fly in the NFL.

Desmond Harrison (West Georgia): Desmond Harrison had a journey to get to where his is now. Harrison played two seasons at Contra Costa community college (2011-2012) before transferring to Texas. He played one season as a reserve for the Longhorns, before leaving the team after two suspensions. He went quiet after that, but resurfaced this season at West Georgia. I actually couldn’t find game tape of Harrison, but I found highlights. Highlights are never the way to go when scouting a player because it’s literally just his best plays put together. So I read up a little bit on him from other sources, and his concerns are nearly universally agreed upon. His highlights show a 6’6”, 313-bound monster with quick feet, fluid mobility, and the strength to rag doll opponents. He looked nasty in the run game, throwing players to the ground. His concerns center around three things: inconsistency, level of competition, and off-field history. West Georgia doesn’t exactly play the best competition, so that will be a point of interest amongst scouts, and he’ll have to really impress in his interviews to make scouts comfortable drafting him with his past issues (failed drug tests) and his age (around 25).

Brandon Parker (North Carolina A&T): Another small-school left tackle, Brandon Parker is one of my favorite linemen I’ve watched for the Senior Bowl. At 6’7”, 309-pounds, Parker has the size to play in the NFL, and he backs that up with strength and athleticism. I was very impressed with Parker’s speed and agility when getting down the field or pulling. He is a beast in the run game, opening big holes and finishing his blocks well. I saw some inconsistencies in his pass blocking, his feet need refining and his technique varies from play to play. Scouts in Mobile will love Parker’s physical traits and natural leadership, and he will be monitored closely against the better competition. I wouldn’t be surprised if Parker goes in the late-3rd round after all is said and done.

Offensive Guards:

Taylor Hearn (Clemson): Taylor Hearn won’t wow anyone with his physical abilities, but he is a solid, well-rounded player. His play strength is good, but he never really overpowered defenders or got overpowered himself. He can function as a pulling guard and get into the second level, but you’ll never see him far down the field. Hearn can hang his hat on this consistency and his winning pedigree coming from Clemson.

Isaiah Wynn (Georgia): Isaiah Wynn is a stud. Georgia’s left tackle will be moved inside for his NFL future due to his size/length (6’2”, 302), but he is a day-one starter in the league. Facing some of the best edge talent in college football, Wynn showed great pass blocking traits. Wynn is athletic and can stop speed rushers quickly, and he drops anchor very well and stops all rushers in their tracks. In the run game, he stays low to the ground and powers through defenders to get to the second level. Wynn can play himself into first round consideration, in my opinion, if he continues to play as well as he has, especially at guard.

Skyler Phillips (Idaho State): A small-school prospect with an unfortunate backstory, the former three-star recruit had his scholarship to Oregon State pulled last minute, so he went to ISU and became a four-year starter. Phillips is strong and packs a big punch. He is nasty in both the run pass games, often putting guys on their backs with his strength. The problems I have with his game comes with pulls/blocking in space and consistency. Phillips has the athleticism to effectively pull and block in space, but he missed a lot of blocks when the defender is not right in front of him. He looks tentative and sometimes lost in space, which hurts him a lot. He also had inconsistency, more so in pass blocking, with staying engaged with his blocks. Too often he would either not get good initial hand placement, or he would disengage and get beaten by defenders. Against the better competition, Phillips will hope to show scouts that he is worth a mid to late-round draft pick.

Colby Gossett (Appalachian State): Colby Gossett reminds me of Skyler Phillips. A small-school player that packs a punch and has the athleticism to get to the second-level, but lacks the consistency to be a plug-and-play starter. Gossett finished a lot of nice plays in the run game, but he takes bad angles and has problems engaging defenders in space. Gossett also isn’t that flexible, and isn’t the best lateral mover, making him a decent puller, despite his speed/explosion. Gossett has the tools to be a good NFL guard, and is definitely worth a day-3 selection.

Centers:

Austin Corbett (Nevada): Another college left tackle being moved inside, Austin Corbett impressed me upon film study. Corbett struggled with speed on the outside, but when his footwork doesn’t fail him, he showed good technique and the ability to drop anchor. In the run game is where Corbett makes his money: sealing the edge, driving defenders off the line of scrimmage, and getting to the next level. I also like how he finished plays when his technique was on point. He might be inconsistent, but I’m very interested to see more of Corbett now that he’s being moved inside, and he appears to be a potential day-2 selection with room to grow.

Bradley Bozeman (Alabama): Alabama offensive linemen have always been an interesting evaluation to me. The group as a whole is so good that it becomes difficult to single out one because they all gel perfectly. Bozeman has NFL size (6’5”, 319) and the intelligence at the center position to be an NFL starter. I think he loses his one-on-ones too often to back up his pedigree; oftentimes he doesn’t play with enough fire and gets overpowered. This happens both in the run and pass games, causing a lot of QB pressures. Bozeman also isn’t that athletic, making it hard for him to get to the second level. Bozeman will most likely be a 6th/7th round selection because of his background at Alabama, but until he plays to his size, he won’t be a high-level starter.

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2018 Senior Bowl Preview: North Offense

The Senior Bowl week has begun, the final time for these prospects to duke it out on the field before the draft. A lot of hope for these players rests not only in their performance in the game and during the week in practice, but also off the field in the interview portion. To help get ready for the week, I am doing a rundown of every player who is going to be in Mobile, Alabama. The players I am showcasing in these next 4 articles are based on the official rosters as of January 19, 2018. This article will be about the offense for the North team. The game is on January 27, 2018.

Quarterbacks:

Baker Mayfield (Oklahoma): The best prospect in Mobile this year is Oklahoma’s Heisman-winning QB. The hyper-accurate Mayfield represents a controversial subject surrounding QBs: if a QB displays plus traits in every facet of the game, does it matter if they don’t have prototypical size? If you ask me, a QB’s height doesn’t matter if, like Mayfield, he has the arm, accuracy, mental processing, etc. necessary to play in the NFL. Mayfield is also famous for his competitive fire that gets him “in trouble” with the media, like when he made a crotch-grabbing gesture against a dirty Kansas team or when he planted the OU flag on Ohio State’s home field. On the field, however, his competitiveness gives him an edge in that no one wants to win more, or will do more to win than he does. Mayfield’s biggest problems to me are that he holds on to the ball way too long trying to make a play, something he really needs to work on, and that he throws off his backfoot too often, which causes him to lose velocity and underthrow deep balls. Mayfield is a top 10 lock and the 2nd best QB in the class behind UCLA’s Josh Rosen, and a strong week in Mobile playing for the Denver Broncos’ staff could make him a sure fire top 5 selection.

Josh Allen (Wyoming): Arguably the most polarizing prospect in this draft class, Josh Allen represents the other side of the Mayfield argument: if a prospect has the prototypical size and physical traits (arm strength, athleticism, etc.), but lacks the mental side of football, is it worth the risk to take them high? In my opinion, Allen is best suited as a Day-3 developmental prospect, but he is projected by many to go in the first round. Allen stands at 6’5” 240 and is a great athlete, capable of making big plays with his legs, however, Allen is highly inaccurate and has very little nuance to his game. He misses easy throws too much to be a high pick, and while he makes the jaw-dropping throw every once in a while, he also makes way too many bad decisions with the football for me to be comfortable with. If he goes somewhere he doesn’t have to play for at least 2 seasons, he might develop into an NFL starter, but he’s a major project.

Mason Rudolph (Oklahoma State): Mason Rudolph is an interesting prospect in that I, and many others, have mixed feeling about him. He gets a lot of help playing in Oklahoma State’s QB-friendly offense and got to throw to two NFL receivers (James Washington and Marcell Ateman). His arm is not the best, but it is definitely serviceable, but he struggles with ball placement on many of his passes, getting bailed out many times by the great talent around him. However, Rudolph is a consistent thrower to all areas of the field and was good when pressured. Speaking of pressure, two things Rudolph is bad at are escaping pressure by getting outside the pocket and throwing on the move. On one hand, Rudolph leaves a lot to be desired, especially with ball placement and underthrown deep passes, but his consistency and accuracy to all levels makes him enticing. If all goes right for Rudolph, he can really elevate his stock in Mobile and be an early Day-2 selection come draft night. (NOTE: Rudolph will not participate in practice or game due to injury)

Luke Falk (Washington State): Luke Falk is a big name who put up some absolutely bonkers stats in his four seasons at Washington State. Behind his stats, we find a very average QB prospect. Falk was very accurate within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage, but struggled throwing to other areas of the field, and in other areas of the game. Falk will never have a good arm, he has one of the worst in the draft, but he does have good touch on his passes that help him get passes over linebackers and safeties. Falk has reputation as a rhythm passer, in that he throws well when in a groove, but he only does this if his first read is open. Falk has issues with pass rush in that he is oblivious to defenders, causing him to take a lot more sacks than he should, and he doesn’t have the athleticism to escape from the pocket. Falk also doesn’t progress through his reads well, and is easily baited by defenses into making poor throws/decisions. Falk probably has backup QB in his future, but if a team expects him to become a starter, I think they’ll be sorely mistaken.

Tanner Lee (Nebraska): A late add due to Rudolph’s injury, Tanner Lee is a draft eligible junior who felt that he had done all he could to help his stock. Lee has the body type NFL teams want at QB (6’4”, 220) and has a good arm, but he doesn’t do the little things well, from what little I have seen from him. He makes bad decisions with throwing the ball into double coverage a lot, he has the tendency to stare his receivers down, and he has below-average accuracy, and adding pressure only exacerbates issues. At Mobile, Lee would hope to show that he was held back by a lack of talent at Nebraska and that he is a viable late-round flier with some upside.

Running Backs:

Kevin Ballage (Arizona State): Kevin Ballage is an interesting prospect in that his size (6’3” 220) and athleticism should make him a slam dunk top prospect. However, a glaring lack of production and inconsistent play make him a boom-or-bust prospect. Ballage has plays/games where he looks like the next David Johnson, showing a blend of size, speed, power, and receiving ability that is matched by very few players in the league, then he’ll lay an egg by looking sluggish and being tackled easier than someone his size should be. I don’t know if it’s a conditioning issue because, at times, he looked gassed in Arizona State’s hurry-up offense, but if a team is betting on his elite size, athleticism, and receiving talent, they can hit a home run with a talent like Ballage. It also seems, like most players his size, Ballage needs to get going before he reaches his max speed (around 23 mph), which is utterly ridiculous when you look at him. I’m comfortable with Ballage around the mid to late-3rd round as of right now, which would be an absolute steal if he puts it together.

Jaylen Samuels (North Carolina State): Jaylen Samuels is one of the most intriguing prospects this year because of his versatility, and ability to play each position well. In his time at NCST, Samuels was used as a running back, outside receiver, slot receiver, tight end, fullback, and kick returner. He is a “jack of all trades, master of none” prospect in that while he does well at every position, he doesn’t exactly excel at any one spot. I’d be very surprised to only see him work with the running back group in Mobile, and his versatility will get him a lot of praise throughout the process. I expect him to be a Day-3 selection come April, but some see higher projections in his future.

Fullbacks:

Dmitri Flowers (Oklahoma): Another jack-of-all-trades player, Dmitri Flowers is the perfect modern fullback. He can run the ball well, but his prowess comes as a receiver. Listed at 6’2”, 247, Flowers has the ability to stretch the filed vertically, averaging 16.2 yards per catch in his career. If you get Flowers matched up with a creative offensive playcaller, he can be an invaluable weapon, think Kyle Juszczyk with Kyle Shanahan or Aaron Hernandez in New England. Teams in Mobile will definitely like to see how Flowers performs as a lead blocker like a traditional fullback, something he didn’t do a lot at Oklahoma. Flowers is a great prospect for the modern NFL, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see him go late on Day-2 of the draft.

Wide Receivers:

Braxton Berrios (Miami): Braxton Berrios is the grittiest lunch pail carrier in Mobile this year. Jokes aside, Berrios fits the mold as the average slot-receiver, standing at 5’9” and weighing 186 pounds. Berrios’ calling card is his toughness and good hands, with the ability to win with quickness instead of speed. Berrios also showed value as a punt returner for the Hurricanes, scoring one touchdown and averaging 13 yards the last two seasons. Berrios’ limitations stem from his size and lack of strength. He will be stuck in the slot role because of his height and lack of deep speed, and also his inability to consistently win against outside corners. Also, a lack of production (1166 yards and 9 touchdowns in 4 years) will draw the questioning from evaluators and his rawness and inexperience will play big factors in the draft process.

Michael Gallup (Colorado State): Michael Gallup is one of the most talked about receivers on #DraftTwitter because of his fluidity, body-control, and ability to seemingly catch everything thrown his direction. Watching the tape, his body control does stand out, as well as his ability to make tough catches thanks to his strong hands. Where Gallup needs to get better is winning his one-on-ones against man and press coverage, and getting separation. He lacks speed and explosiveness, meaning he needs to be extremely refined in his route running and ability to get separation through other means than pure speed.

Allen Lazard (Iowa State): Allen Lazard is similar to North Wide Receiver Marcell Ateman in that his calling card is using his large frame (6’5”, 222) to make contested catches. Watching some of his most impressive catches, you would see an elite redzone threat who can box out and win against anyone. Outside of highlights, Lazard is very inconsistent and not as athletic as teams want from an outside receiver. Lazard doesn’t win at the catch point as much as he should for his size, nor does he jump as high as a team would like from a redzone threat. Lazard looks slow and has trouble getting separation, and lacks explosion out of his breaks. Much like Ateman, if Lazard shows these same traits at the Senior Bowl, Lazard’s career trajectory is mostly being used as a redzone receiver, like Saints’ WR Brandon Coleman.

Justin Watson (Pennsylvania): A late addition from the Shrine Game, Penn star Justin Watson is arguably the best player in Penn history, ranking 1st in receptions, receiving yards, receiving touchdowns, all-purpose yards, and 2nd in total touchdowns. There surprisingly wasn’t much available film of him, but in what I saw, I saw a potential priority free agent. Watson is 6’2”, 215, and is a decent athlete with average explosion. He played multiple spots for the Quakers and was productive against the lower competition. Teams will get their second week of viewing with Watson to decide if he’s a player they can work with thanks to his pedigree and abilities, either as a receiver or special teamer, but he needs to show out on the big stage again.

Jaleel Scott (New Mexico State): One of my favorite receivers in this class, Jaleel Scott is a monster. Standing at 6’6” and 215-pounds, Scott is bigger than almost every defender he’s ever gone against. He also has great leaping ability and strong hands to pull down jumpballs. Scott isn’t the most refined player, he needs to work on his route running and continue improving his technique, but he has every tool in the book to be great. Scouts will want to see how he performs against elite competition and evaluate his speed because he looks fast for his size on tape, but he doesn’t look like a burner. Expect him to rise a lot this week.

Cedrick Wilson (Boise State): A guy I was higher on at the start of the year as opposed to now, Cedrick Wilson is another lanky receiver who can win down the field. Wilson has good footwork off the line of scrimmage and in his routes that allow him to get separation easier. When he doesn’t get separation, Wilson still does a good job of coming down with the ball through contact. What I knock Wilson on is despite his knack for making big plays down the field, he doesn’t have the best speed vertically and has trouble separating down the field, and he also doesn’t attack the ball in the air with authority. He also looks like he lacks functional strength, making him a subpar blocker. He also has trouble beating press coverage against stronger corners, and he’s easy to tackle, meaning he won’t be much of a danger after the catch. Scouts in Mobile will definitely want to see Wilson be more of a threat after the catch, and see his strength against bigger corners.

Tight Ends:

Tyler Conklin (Central Michigan): Tyler Conklin is an interesting prospect in that he is used as a “move TE” due to his smaller size (6’4”, 240), but he doesn’t appear that athletic. Conklin makes his name as a more nuanced receiver in that he doesn’t win with speed, but rather movement skills and route running. He also has strong hands and makes a lot of highlight-reel catches. I liked him a lot as a blocker, even though he rarely lined up on the line of scrimmage, but he did a lot of blocking ins space. His lack of athleticism could show up on his testing numbers, but he finds ways to win and that will translate. Scouts will want to see Conklin’s speed up close in Mobile and see how he fares against the better competition.

Troy Fumagalli (Wisconsin): Troy Fumagalli is a very well-rounded prospect, but nothing stands out. I like Fumagalli’s blocking ability, both in pass protection and in the run game, and he plays with strength. He also has strong hands and a large catch radius thanks to his 6’6”, 248-pound frame. However, he is an average athlete and doesn’t have great vertical speed or explosiveness off the line. What you get is what you see with Fumagalli, both the good and the bad, and teams will need to determine whether they like his high floor and low ceiling more than another TE with more upside, but I like Fumagalli as a Day-3 selection.

Mike Gesicki (Penn State): Mike Gesicki is one of my favorite tight ends in this class because of his ability to create mismatches all over the defense. He has elite size (6’6”, 252) and great athleticism and explosiveness. The former basketball star jumps out the gym, which allows him to be a jumpball beast. He also has explosion off the line of scrimmage and good speed for how big he is, allowing him to beat linebackers vertically. Teams will love Gesicki’s receiving talents, but they will hate his blocking ability. By far the biggest knock on Gesicki, is the fact that he is one of the worst blocking TEs in the draft. He also doesn’t do as much after the catch as you would like to see from a guy his size. He is limited him to purely a slot TE role until he gets better at blocking, but even his talent at slot TE is tantalizing, and scouts will love to get their hands on him in Mobile.

Durham Smythe (Notre Dame): Durham Smythe is the best blocker in Mobile this year and, despite his low production, he has the tools to be a bigger receiving threat in the pros than at the college level. He has the speed to get vertical and the ability to make catches away from his body, he just wasn’t used very often in a hampered pass offense, similar to Iowa’s George Kittle from last season. I have only seen three games from Smythe, but I really like what I see. In Mobile, scouts will definitely be interested in seeing these presumed receiving skills in a more open light.

Offensive Tackles:

Cole Madison (Washington State): Cole Madison blocked for one of the most pass happy offenses in the country, but I have a lot of questions about his game. Madison is inconsistent with his set, and gets thrown off his base way too often. He doesn’t drop anchor and gets walked back to the QB, or he just gets overpowered off the snap. He also lacks the agility to consistently shut down speed rushers. His run blocking is somewhat better, he plays with more confidence, but he still lacks power and athleticism to consistently win.

Brian O’Neill (Pittsburgh): One of my favorite linemen in the draft, I’m very excited to see more Brian O’Neill in Mobile. The converted tight end has light feet and great mobility that allows him to mirror rushers and not get hung up on speed. He also has the power to hang with the strongest of rushers as well. I do want to see him play with more authority in the run game, however, because for every nice finish he has a play or two where he doesn’t fire off the ball and gets pushed back and/or beaten. His flexibility and movement skills cannot be taught, and if he adds weight to his 6’6”, 305-pound frame, he can creep up into the end of the 1st round or the early-2nd round.

Tyrell Crosby (Oregon): A 43-game starter at left tackle for Oregon, Tyrell Crosby looks like a perfect candidate to make the move to right tackle for the NFL. Crosby is a mauler in the run game, busting open holes with his strength and technique, and finishes plays very well. He does a good job in pass protection by keeping a strong base and working well with hand placement. Crosby is only an average athlete, and has trouble getting out in space and can get caught off guard by speedy edge defenders. There is a lot to like about Crosby’s game and his experience and leadership will stand out in interviews as he continues his climb up draft boards.

Brett Toth (Army): Playing in Army’s triple-option attack, Brett Toth was a tough evaluation. Toth often played as a blocking tight end in addition to playing right tackle, and he showed a lot of athleticism. I would say that is Toth’s best trait because he was often sprinting down the field and blocking defenders. He rarely pass blocked and was shaky when he was forced into those situations, and he never really latched onto players in the run game. At 6’6, 305”, Toth is lean and could use some more weight to his frame to add some power. In Mobile, Toth needs to show that he can pass block despite not being asked to and that he can handle the power of NFL-level edge rushers.

Jamil Demby (Maine): A late addition thanks to Chukwuma Okorafor dropping out, Jamil Demby is the North’s side only small-school offensive lineman. Much like South Team OT Desmond Harrison, I couldn’t find any of Demby’s film just highlights. To reiterate, highlights are never the way to go when scouting a player because it’s literally just his best plays put together. Demby overpowered the lower competition and this is his big chance to show out for scouts and make himself some money either as a late-round pick or a priority free agent.

Offensive Guards:

Wyatt Teller (Virginia Tech): Wyatt Teller is a mean dude. When Virginia Tech runs the ball, Teller fires off the line and attacks the defender. He has a thick body and huge arms, using his strength to move defenders like it’s nothing and open holes for the back. His pass blocking isn’t as strong because he has technical issues taking on defenders as opposed to attacking them. He drops his head a lot and doesn’t have the best hand placement. Teller has a place as a starter in a run-first offense from day one, but his pass protection needs cleanup before he can be well-rounded enough to function in any offense. Late day-2 doesn’t seem like a stretch for Teller if he kills it in Mobile and has a good rest of the pre-draft process.

Will Hernandez (Texas-El Paso): A big, hulking monster of a player, Will Hernandez is one of the best linemen in the draft, and the best one in Mobile. An absolute mauler in the run game, Hernandez rarely loses his one-on-ones and moves defenders out of the way easily. He finishes like a beast and will embarrass many defensive linemen in the process. I was surprised with how athletic he is for his massive size (6’3”, 330), being able to pull and get down the field, block in space, and have quick lateral movement skills. Arguably the second best interior lineman after Quenton Nelson, Hernandez is a first rounder in my opinion, and could solidify that status with a good performance in Mobile.

Sean Welsh (Iowa): Sean Welsh is another great guard prospect in Mobile this year. Much like other Iowa linemen, Welsh has the versatility to play both guard spots and has experience at right tackle, which is an instant boost to his value. I like his consistency as a run and pass blocker, rarely missing assignments and providing solid play at both guard spots. He sits in that mid-round range due to not being the most athletically gifted player, but he’s experienced and consistent which will help him greatly in the draft process. I’m interested to see if he works out at center in Mobile, which would boost his stock even more.

Centers:

Mason Cole (Michigan): Michigan’s ironman, a nickname given because of his streak of 51 consecutive starts, Mason Cole played both center and left tackle, but projects best at center. Cole is a stout player who plays with a lot of strength inside, as opposed to outside where he struggled to beat edge rushers one-on-one. He gets great leverage and finishes well in the run game on the inside, and has an easier time stopping defensive lineman from getting to the QB. Cole’s stock took a hit this season playing out of position, but I still think he’s one of the best centers in the class who should still go on day-2. A great performance in Mobile will remind people that Cole is a lot better than his 2017 tape would suggest, and his stock will rise again.

Scott Quessenberry (UCLA): Scott Quessenberry had up and down film that I watched in preparation for the Senior Bowl. There were reps he had against Greg Gaines (Washington DT) where he stopped the man in his tracks with a good anchor, but the majority of his snaps against Gaines and Vita Vea (future first round pick) showed him being overpowered and walked back into the pocket. Same could be said about his tape in the run game, he gets overpowered too often, he doesn’t lose engagement, but he gets pushed back too far. Quessenberry needs to show he can handle power in Mobile if he wants to be anything more than a late-round pick/priority free agent.

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Pittsburgh Steelers clinch AFC North Division

It took a back and forth shootout that took until the waning seconds, but the Pittsburgh Steelers outlasted the Baltimore Ravens 39-38. It was the rare shootout in a rivalry that has finished with a toss-up matchup in almost every game.

The win led to the Pittsburgh Steelers clinching the AFC North for the second consecutive season. The Steelers, at 11-2, are now four wins ahead of the Baltimore Ravens, who sit at 7-6.

Ben Roethlisberger is performing at one of the best levels of his career and threw for over 500 yards. Antonio Brown added in over 200 himself and the Steelers edged out one of the better defensive teams in the NFL to put up 545 total yards and 39 points.

The fact of the matter is that while the win is nice, and the game meant a lot, it was a result free game. The Steelers could lose this game, come back and win next week against the New England Patriots and all would be forgiven. Obviously beating the Patriots would have been no walk in the park, but there is the idea that when the score goes to 31-20 in the fourth quarter that this team could have just wrapped it up and thought about the following week, and meaning and impact of that game.

However, the Steelers hung tough and won the game, trailing by two scores in two separate occasions in the fourth quarter. Ben Roethlisberger said it in his post game and bears repeating that the team had the thoughts of Ryan Shazier in their minds as they played this game. That was something that gave them that ability to stick around in this game and force the Ravens into decisions and situations where they would make mistakes. They do not grade wins, but the resiliency that this team shows week in and week out can be argued as equally as impressive as any blow out.

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Broncos end losing streak, ground the Jets

Broncos’ players and coaches can breathe a sigh of relief; their eight-week nightmare has finally come to an end. On Sunday afternoon at Mile High in front of Broncos’ faithful, Denver’s defense returned to form and led the way in a 23-0 dominating performance over the Jets. The win at least for this afternoon, softened the criticism and marked the first shut out victory for the Broncos in twelve years.

Without two key starters in Derek Wolfe and Domata Peko on the defensive line, the Denver defense held the Jets to just 100 net yards. Broncos’ defensive tackle Shelby Harris filled in nicely and added a sack and deflected pass to a front that held the Jets to a mere 59 yards rushing. Denver’s secondary finally got the chance to play with a lead and Von Miller finally got to dance and gave Broncos’ fans a reason to cheer.

“We play this game for our families and we play this game for each other, but we play this game for the fans,” declared Miller. “We want to entertain the fans. We want the fans to be proud of the whole entire team. You know to get a win and win the way we did you know here at home it feels great.” Miller became the first player in Broncos history with six 10-sack seasons.

For once Denver’s secondary got to play with a lead and they made sure they kept it. Denver held Jets’ quarterback Josh McCown to 46 yards passing while adding a Darian Stewart interception.

“We don’t have to take so many chances,” described Chris Harris Jr. “We can just control the football game.”

The most important stat of the afternoon was a big fat zero in the turnover column. The Broncos entered Sunday next to last and only in front of the Cleveland Browns in turnover differential (-16). Against the Jets, Trevor Siemian and the Denver offense effectively played the type of football their head coach has been demanding for all season.

“It feels great,” noted Joseph with a smile across his face. “When you’re plus two and control the field position you have a chance to win football games and it looks really simple you know to do that, but it’s not. Our guys again have been working hard and the effort’s been there every week. It’s just we hadn’t played clean football and today we did.”

The formula offensively had been there all along for the Broncos; run the football and let their receivers on the outside make plays when they need to. While this formula hasn’t been put to good use for most of the season, Denver was able to create a much needed balance offensively on Sunday. Denver ran the ball 35 times while throwing 31 times. Eight of those passes went into the arms of Broncos’ receiver Demaryius Thomas for 93 yards including a 20-yard touchdown catch from Siemian. No other receiver caught more than two passes.

“He (Thomas) played inspired football,” proclaimed Joseph. “You know I challenged those guys last night all of our team leaders to play better football. You know he came out and played inspired football.”

Thomas passed Shannon Sharpe (8,439) for second- place on the Broncos all-time list for receiving yards. The success also brought the fun back in football.

“We came out and started fast and it was opposite what we are used to,” noted Thomas. “We’re used to going down and starting fast and turning the ball over or giving the other team points. So we was able to go out and get points and then come back and score a touchdown. That was basically it. The game is about always having fun and that was what I was doing.”

Sunday in Denver was a meaningless game in the playoff race, an expression all too new for Broncos’ fans. However, after the nightmare and embarrassment that carried over the team for the last two months, it was nice to see a team that bears the weight of championship expectations smiling again at least for one week.

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Texans Week 13 Observations

Left Tackle Struggles

The Texans have had a revolving door at left tackle this season. Duane Brown was traded to the Seahawks after one game and Chris Clark was placed on injured reserve after being in and out of the lineup this season. Against the Titans, the regular starter at right guard, Jeff Allen, got the call.

Allen has been solid at guard this season, but he struggled against Tennessee. He put in an average performance run blocking, but he struggled on passing downs. Allen did not show the necessary lateral quickness to block elite pass rushers off the end. The Texans offensive line was weakened in two positions with Allen moving and it showed.

He was also the cause of a strange fourth quarter sequence. The Texans were down 17-13 and had a 4th & 4 on their own 44-yard line. Allen lost the plot and moved early on three consecutive snaps. The false start penalties resulted in 4th and 19 with under two minutes left. Luckily for Allen, Tom Savage made his best throw of the game to Stephen Anderson for a first down.

Savage’s New Targets

With Will Fuller out again and Bruce Ellington leaving the game early, the Texans needed someone to complement DeAndre Hopkins. Savage frequently looked for his tight ends C.J. Fiedorowicz and Stephen Anderson completing seven passes to them.

Anderson became a focal point of the offense after Fiedorowicz left the game with his second concussion of the season. He was targeted 12 times making five catches. His biggest moment of the game came on the fourth down and forever after the three Jeff Allen false starts. He made a beautiful diving catch through double coverage for the 1st down.

Andre Ellington also produced a lift in his first game with the Texans. The former Cardinal made five catches on six targets. This is impressive when the career running back was forced to play wide receiver due to injuries. Ellington was claimed less than two weeks ago and it would be surprising if he knew most of the play book. DeAndre Hopkins was shown explaining what his route assignments was before a couple plays. Ellington provided a bigger impact than you expect from a veteran picked off waivers.

Kicking Failures

Houston had a chance to win the game until the late Savage interception late in the fourth quarter. They could have easily had a lead at this point and Savage would have not been in the tough situation.

Placekicker Ka’imi Fairbairn had only missed two field goals entering the game Sunday, but he equaled that total against the Titans. He missed field goals of 28 and 48 yards. If he makes both field goals the Texans could have had a lead or been behind by less than a field goal. The Texans margin for error is very small and this was all it took to be on the losing end.

Jadaveon Clowney Trend

Jadaveon Clowney’s play is developing a strong trend other than pressuring quarterbacks. The former Gamecock had three offside penalties on Sunday. Clowney is tied for second in the NFL with ten individual penalties. He is one of two defensive linemen ranked in the top 20 in penalties.

It is unclear if Clowney is anticipating the snap count or is just an easy target for quarterbacks with a sharp tongue. If he is anticipating the snap count this could help partially explain his much-improved pass rush skills.

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Broncos inch closer to rock bottom in 8th straight loss of season to Dolphins

As each week passes by the Denver Broncos dig themselves closer and closer to rock bottom. On Sunday afternoon in Miami, Denver was flat out embarrassed in every phase of the game in a 35-9 loss. The eighth straight defeat came to a Dolphin team that had lost its previous five games. It was another tale in a season Broncos’ fans can’t wait to forget.

“It was a back and forth game for about a quarter and in the second quarter we gave up 14 points in four seconds,” explained Broncos’ head coach Vance Joseph.

The two scores came first via a pair of former Broncos as Dolphins quarterback Jay Cutler found tight end Julius Thomas for the game’s first touchdown. On the first play of the following drive, Dolphins’ cornerback Xavien Howard stepped in front of a Trevor Siemian pass for an easy six points the other way. The interception was the first of three that Siemian would go on to throw and brought his season total to 14 inceptions in his eight starts.

“It’s been hard you know to find a guy (quarterback) to operate efficiently for us so we can win a football game,” noted Joseph. “We’ll watch the film and see who’s the best option for us next week.”

Despite the change in offensive coordinator a week ago and quarterback for the third time, the offense continues to not show even a single breath of life. The Denver offense was an abysmal 1/13 on third down. Until the final minute of the third quarter, neither wide receiver Demaryius Thomas or Emmanuel Sanders had a catch.

The Broncos’ defense forced their fair share of turnovers as they picked off Cutler twice including a Chris Harris Jr. interception along with a Justin Simmons 65 yard interception return to the house for Denver’s only touchdown of the afternoon. Bradley Roby also forced a fumble.

“We have to play damn near perfect to win a game,” said Harris speaking for the secondary.

While the secondary made a few timely plays, Denver’s once stout run defense was exposed without the likes of defensive lineman Domata Peko and Derek Wolfe. Dolphins’ running back Kenyan Drake had a career day and carried the ball 23 times for 120 yards and a touchdown including a 42-yard dash past three Broncos’ defenders.

“The defense isn’t playing good enough to win,” noted Von Miller. “I’m not playing good enough to win. The whole team- this one’s on all of us.”

Quarterback play is just one piece of the dysfunctional puzzle that portrays the Denver Broncos. Denver lacks discipline. Blatant special team’s miscues continue to arise. The Broncos saw a punt blocked for the second time in a month. Punt returner Isaiah McKenzie also nearly lost his sixth fumble of the season after fielding a punt inside the five yard-line. Then back tracking to his own end zone, he muffed the ball only to recover it for the Broncos’ second safety of the afternoon.

The team also received a delay of game penalty on an onside kick attempt. This moment served as yet another explanation point and culmination of an utterly distasteful and wasted season for Denver.

For the third time in five weeks, the Broncos watched as the opposing team trotted out their back-up quarterback for some late game mop up duty. There’s no doubt that there will be major changes made in the off-season. In a mess he helped create, will John Elway admit his shortcomings and begin to clean house, and will the changes include his first-year head coach? For now if tanking is the goal, the Broncos are well on their way.

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Texans Week 12 Observations

Savage Struggles under Pressure

Late in the second quarter the Texans faced 3rd and goal on the eight-yard line. Savage looked for C.J.Fiedorowicz on a skinny post in the end zone. Savage felt the pressure from linebackers Matt Judon and Terrell Suggs. He was not able to step into his throw. The ball ended up high and behind Fiedorowicz. The drive ended in a field goal instead of a touchdown.

Savage turned the ball over three times on Monday throwing two interceptions and fumbling on a strip sack. Savage is now leading the league with seven lost fumbles. He was sacked two times and was hit eight times.

The Texans quarterback has shown he can be adequate with a clean pocket, but the same cannot be said when he is under pressure. His two interceptions came when he was under pressure and rushed his throws. In both cases he shorted armed his throws to get the ball out faster and overlooked the defenders in short zones. If Savage wants to earn shot for another team next season he will need to show better poise in the pocket.

Vintage Suggs

Sometimes it is easy to forget just how great certain players are, but Monday night Terrell Suggs would not let us forget. The 15-year veteran was the best player on the field which should not surprise anyone. The 2011 NFL Defensive MVP finished the game with two sacks, three quarterback hits, a forced fumble and knocked down a pass. A week 12 defensive player of the week award could be in his future.

Only time will tell if Terrell Suggs becomes enshrined in Canton, but it should not shock anyone. Suggs reminded us just how disruptive he can be. Suggs could be in the top 15 in career sacks and we should all enjoy watching him while we still can.

Decisive 4th Downs

Baltimore had very little success on third down converting only three of 14 chances. The opposite is true on 4th down with the Ravens converting both chances.

In the second quarter with the ball at the Texan’s 41-yard line John Harbaugh decided it was time for a fake punt. Ravens’ punter Sam Koch completed a 22 yard pass to wide receiver Chris Moore. Mooreeffectively appeared to be covering a punt only looking for the ball at the last minute giving them the ball on the Houston 19-yard line. Two plays later Javorius Allen took a handoff 11 yards for a touchdown.

On the Ravens next drive, they faced 4th and 1 on the Houston 37-yard line. Baltimore lined up in a heavy I-formation with Alex Collins the deepest back. Ravens offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg took advantage of the over aggressive Texans defense with Alex Collins running 29 yards for a first down. Collins scored on the next play.

Two plays do not typically decide a game, but that was not the case on Monday. The 4th down failures took the wind out of an otherwise strong defensive showing, two fourth down conversions turned into the only two Ravens touchdowns.

Standup Clowney

If you have been paying attention you may notice that Clowney is frequently mentioned in this column. Some may wonder why that is? It is because he is damn good.

The South Carolina player has finally reached his potential. His versatility is key to the success of the Texans defense. He lined up on both ends of the offensive line, but he also lined up frequently as a standup linebacker three yards off the line of scrimmage. This is not the first time Mike Vrabel has used this defense scheme, but this is the first time it has been used extensively.

Clowney was a nightmare for the Ravens when he lined up as a standing linebacker. He worked up a head of steam and used his agility to gain an advantage. The Ravens interior offensive line looked ill prepared to deal with this defensive wrinkle. Vrabel and Romeo Crennel will need to continue to find ways to keep Clowney in good matchups Clowney was effective in all aspects of Monday’s game. He produced a sack, two tackles for loss and two quarterback hits. Clowney surge is continuing and it seems like it is the new normal.

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Eagles throttle the Bears 31-3

The Chicago Bears walked into Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday with the league’s fifth-best rushing attack in the NFL. They had the league’s third-leading rusher in Jordan Howard. At the end of the day, Howard was probably only concerned with one number, “six”. That’s how many yards he ended up with at the end of the game. Rookie quarterback Mitchell Trubisky lead the Bears in rushing with 12 yards. Needless to say, the Eagles throttled the Bears on defense. Philadelphia’s defense didn’t allow a single first down in the first half.

Philadelphia also fared pretty well on offense, with Carson Wentz continuing his MVP campaign, throwing for three touchdowns on the day. He spread the ball around, throwing a touchdown each to Alshon Jeffrey, Zach Ertz, and Nelson Agohlor. Jeffrey now has a touchdown in each of the last four games. With his seventh touchdown on the season, Jeffrey triggered a contract incentive that rewards him with a $250,000 bonus. Not a bad treat on top of beating his former team.

A particularly interesting stat: Ertz was the first Eagles pass-catcher on the season to record a 100+ yard game. This shows just how well the Eagles offense has been able to spread the ball around. No one is carrying the team by themselves, but the Eagles have cruised to 10 wins on a true team effort.

Jay Ajayi was held to 26 yards on five carries. Take away a 30-yard rush in the fourth quarter, and Ajayi would have ended the day with negative rushing yards. Despite reports that Ajayi was upset with his usage in the game, Ajayi took to social media to call those who made those reports “clowns”.

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Ravens mess with Texans, Houston falls to 4-7

The Houston Texans lost for the third time in four games without rookie sensation Deshaun Watson. The Baltimore Ravens won the turnover battle to fuel their 23-16 victory. Houston has fallen to 4-7 on the season and the hype surrounding the Texans just a few weeks ago has become non-existent.

All three Texans turnovers were the fault of Texans quarterback Tom Savage. Savage threw two interceptions and lost one fumble in the contest. The Houston offensive line did not do their part in protecting Savage as he was sacked twice and hit eight times. This is a disturbing trend that will continue for the remainder of the season. Savage does not possess the ability escape pressure like Watson and ends up taking a high volume of hits.

Even with the struggles of Savage, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins put together a good game. Hopkins caught seven passes for 125 yards. Braxton Miller was also able to contribute with five receptions for 43 yards. However this is where the bright spots end for the Texans.

Lamar Miller was ineffective as he rushed 17 times for 51 yards and one touchdown. The touchdown is nice but the three yards per carry average is not. Alfred Blue also struggled rushing 8 times for 15 yards. The poor performance from the running game put Savage in a bad situation and Baltimore took advantage.

Defensively the Texans were unable to stop the Ravens rushing attack. The Ravens rushed 31 times for 139 yards and two touchdowns. Baltimore’s ground game was led by Alex Collins who rushed 16 times for 60 yards and one touchdown. Fellow running backs Danny Woodhead and Javorius Allen also contributed their fair share of yards, rushing for 22 and 15 yards respectively with Allen scoring a touchdown.

Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco had an odd game, completing 20 of 32 passes for 141 yards. Flacco added 42 yards on the ground on 6 attempts. The Texans only managed to sack Flacco once, hit him twice and defended two of his passes.

As the season continues to move towards it conclusion, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find the games the Texans can win. This week was not one of those games. Heading out on the road to face the Titans does not necessarily give Houston any better of a chance. It is worth noting that during Houston’s 57-14 victory in week 4, Deshaun Watson accounted for five total touchdowns. Houston will have to manufacture points without Watson in an environment that will not be friendly.

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Broncos remain astray in their seventh straight loss of the season

The Denver Broncos find themselves lost and stranded in an unfamiliar territory. For nearly three and a half decades the Broncos have been among the league’s most pristine franchises. The Broncos have finished with a losing record only five times since Broncos’ owner Pat Bowlen took over the team in 1984. On Sunday afternoon in Oakland, the Broncos lost their seventh straight game of the season in a 21-14 loss to the Raiders. The losing streak marks the longest since 1967.

The Broncos’ spirited week of practice involving multiple fights carried over into Sunday’s game. On the Raiders’ second drive of the game, Raiders’ wide receiver Michael Crabtree and Broncos’ cornerback Aqib Talib renewed their displeasure for one another in an early game brawl near the Broncos’ sideline. The fight turned costly as both Talib and Crabtree were ejected from the game.

“I don’t like it,” noted Broncos’ head coach Vance Joseph. “It’s unacceptable. We can’t lose our best players because of a personal battle. That’s a personal battle. This is about the Broncos. It’s unacceptable. We can’t have it. It’s non-negotiable. We can’t have it.”

The Broncos’ quarterback carousel made its way to former first-round pick Paxton Lynch who received his first start of the year. Lynch’s 2017 debut fell flat and told the familiar story of a team that has no identity offensively.

Following the firing of Broncos’ offensive coordinator Mike McCoy, it was said that Denver would look to simplify things on offense under new coordinator Bill Musgrave. The Broncos’ offense was just that; plain and conservative. The Broncos went three and out on seven of their first ten drives.

Coming into Sunday the Raiders’ passing defense ranked 27th while giving up nearly 255 passing yards a game to opposing quarterbacks. The lack of production caused the Raiders to make their own firing to their defensive coordinator Ken Norton Jr. earlier in the week. However, the previously struggling Raiders’ defense held Lynch to a mere 41 yards and in the process caused their first interception of the season before Lynch left the game with an ankle injury late in the third quarter.

“I thought I played pretty well,” noted Lynch. “You know there was some plays that I had opportunities to make that I made. There was also some plays that I just missed, but this was the first week that I have played with all these guys in a while so it felt good out there to get out there and play with them. But, this obviously isn’t the result we all wanted.” Lynch is set to have an MRI on Monday.

The once starting quarterback Trevor Simian came in following the injury trailing by three touchdowns. In his replacement of Lynch, Siemian nearly brought the team back after throwing touchdowns to Broncos’ wide receivers Bennie Fowler and Cody Latimer. However, the comeback fell short after a late third down conversion by the Oakland offense which sealed the Denver loss.

It’s hard to say where the 2017 Denver Broncos got off track. How does a team go from 3-1 to then lose its next seven? Anyone who points to just one area is fooling themselves. No this Broncos team took more than a few wrong turns. One can only hope that a franchise with a burning desire and commitment to winning instilled in them can find some direction back to the road where Pat Bowlen always had them on.

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Arizona Cardinals – Jacksonville Jaguars Week 12 Preview

The Arizona Cardinals can’t seem to get out of their own way. The offense will play well but the defense will miss tackles. The defense will play suffocating football while the offense forgets what it means to gain 10 yards. Inconsistency has been the name of the game all season for the Cardinals and their record of four wins and six losses spotlights the issue. The Jacksonville Jaguars come to town for an inter-conference clash, and after a holiday filled with giving thanks and poultry, here are three keys to an Arizona victory against the Jaguars.

Protect Gabbert

Blaine Gabbert started his first game as quarterback of the Arizona Cardinals last week. The former first round pick played admirably and kept his team in the game against Houston. This week he faces a tougher defense and his former team, the Jaguars. On the season, Jacksonville has 40 sacks; that’s nearly double the amount Arizona has on the year. They’ve also thrown in 13 interceptions. The pass rush is ferocious for Jacksonville and it is in part to former Cardinals defensive end Calais Campbell.

Nov 19, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians talks to quarterback Blaine Gabbert (7) during warm-ups before the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Shanna Lockwood-USA TODAY Sports

Campbell left Arizona after spending his first nine seasons with the Cardinals. This season Campbell has made a major splash in Florida as he’s tallied 11.5 sacks, a career high, in just 10 games. Campbell is joined on his sack crusade by fellow linemates Yannick Ngakoue, Dante Fowler, and Malik Jackson. Between the four they account for 32 sacks, just over 75 percent of the team’s sacks. If the Cardinals are looking to get anything going offensively it begins with containing the pass rush. Gabbert will need to get the ball out quickly to help his offensive line and will need to be accurate when opportunities appear. If those things don’t happen, it could be a rough day for the former Jaguar.

Skill Players Needed

Outside of Larry Fitzgerald, no other Cardinals receiver or running back has shown any consistency from game to game. Running back Adrian Peterson has had two games of over 100 yards rushing and three games with less than 40. The receiving options for Arizona has been lacking as well. Injuries and drops have helped keep the Cardinals out of the end zone for much of the year. If the offensive line holds and Gabbert can get the ball out, who will be there to make the plays?

November 5, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) congratulates inside linebacker Karlos Dansby (56) on an interception against the San Francisco 49ers during the fourth quarter at Levi’s Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the 49ers 20-10. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

With receiver John Brown out, and fellow receiver Brittan Golden questionable, the pressure falls back to Fitzgerald to carry the load. The veteran has played well this season despite questionable quarterback play. Outside of Fitzgerald the Cardinals will need another career performance from tight end Ricky Seals-Jones. Seals-Jones scores twice last week in Houston and provided some punch to an often listless Arizona passing game. Someone needs to step up for the offense or it will be another dominant performance by the Jacksonville defense.

Force Mistakes

Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles has struggled this season. The quarterback has the physical traits but has lacked accuracy and consistency in finding his receivers. A talented running game has effectively protected Bortles and the play-calling has kept the quarterback from needing to make many downfield throws. On Sunday the Cardinals need to change that and force Jacksonville into making mistakes on offense.

Oct 15, 2017; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Los Angeles Rams nose tackle Michael Brockers (90) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) during the second half at EverBank Field. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

The Cardinals rank in the top 10 in rushing yards allowed per game with just over 101 yards. At home they give up under 90 yards per game. Jacksonville averages over 160 yards of rushing offense a game with a staggering 175 yards a game on the road. The Cardinals need to drastically cut that number if they have any hope of stealing the victory. Expect loaded fronts with eight or nine defenders near the line of scrimmage. The defense will need to basically dare Bortles to throw the ball. When Bortles does put the ball in the air, the defense will need to make plays. A plus turnover margin is a pathway to victory for Arizona.

The Verdict

The Cardinals are not favored and rightfully so. The Jaguars have a tremendous defense and the best running game in the league. Arizona has been inconsistent and prone to make mental mistakes. The Jaguars are the better team on paper, but they still need to play the game. Arizona has a small margin for error but the offense will need to make plays to help out their defense. In the end Jacksonville’s ground game should prevail. Jaguars win 27-13

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