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[AussieBear]

Todd Gurley passes medicals checks - could be back in time for training camp

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/04/18/medical-re-check-provides-good-news-on-todd-gurley/

 

[WindyCity]

So far if you read the tea leaves the Bears have

-Looked at a ton of early rd WRs
-Looked at a ton of early round edge and DL guys
-Looked at a lot of late round Cs
-Looked at bigger 2nd/3rd round CB/S guys

So if you are mapping this out,

1. WR/Edge
2. Edge/WR
3. CB/FS
4.
5. C
6

 

[rawdawg]

So far if you read the tea leaves the Bears have

-Looked at a ton of early rd WRs
-Looked at a ton of early round edge and DL guys
-Looked at a lot of late round Cs
-Looked at bigger 2nd/3rd round CB/S guys

So if you are mapping this out,

1. WR/Edge
2. Edge/WR
3. CB/FS
4.
5. C
6

Also, have looked at guys like Waynes, Shelton, Armstead, Humphries as 1st round guys. And a couple of the early RBs. I think the only thing we know about the Bears draft is they will take the best player they think is available at each spot and are going to be open to moving around. Same can be said for every team in this draft.

 

[Tjodalv]

So far if you read the tea leaves the Bears have

-Looked at a ton of early rd WRs
-Looked at a ton of early round edge and DL guys
-Looked at a lot of late round Cs
-Looked at bigger 2nd/3rd round CB/S guys

So if you are mapping this out,

1. WR/Edge
2. Edge/WR
3. CB/FS
4.
5. C
6

They've also brought in at least 8 QBs (2 more than WRs), 4 RBs, 8 LBs, etc...so predraft visits are a very poor indicator of whom they're actually going to draft unless you plan on putting QB at the top of your list.

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Jay Ajayi - RB - Broncos
ESPN's K.C. Joyner reports that Boise State's Jay Ajayi and Wisconsin's Melvin Gordon were the only two RBs in college football to make opposing tacklers miss at least 60 tackles last year.
No other back had even 50. Ajayi also tied for fifth nationally in broken tackles (16), ranked second in red-zone rushing yards (299) and first in red-zone rushing touchdowns (25). "Add in his superb passing-game ability (Scouts Inc. gave him a "1" rating here that designates exceptional performance in this area) and it equals a back who could provide a huge shot in the arm for an NFL offense in 2015," Joyner wrote.
Source: ESPN Insider Apr 19 - 10:07 PM

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Duke Johnson - RB - Hurricanes
Miami RB Duke Johnson's "draft stock has been somewhat capped due to durability issues and his relatively small frame, but his breakaway ability could be second to none in this draft," wrote ESPN's K.C. Joyner.
Amongst draft-eligible backs from Power 5 conferences, Johnson led the pack in percentage of rush attempts that gained 10 or more yards (18.7 percent) last year. "This breakaway ability isn't limited to rushing attempts, as Johnson also led the nation in long scrimmage plays," Joyner wrote. "He's also a great receiver out of the backfield. He could make a team that takes him on Day 2 very happy."
Source: ESPN Insider Apr 19 - 8:17 PM

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Cameron Erving - C - Seminoles
CBS Sports' Pete Prisco believes FSU C Cameron Erving "made a lot of money moving inside to center."
"He was decent as a tackle, but he can be dominant as a center," Prisco wrote. "He is athletic at a position that requires it. But he's also strong at the point of attack." ESPN Stats & Information's Sharon Katz noted that Florida State doubled its yards-before-contact rush average on interior runs in the final five games after shifting Erving inside. NFL Media's Mike Mayock and his colleague Daniel Jeremiah agree that Erving could go late in the first round.
Source: CBS Sports Apr 19 - 8:03 PM

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Steven Nelson - DB - Beavers
A case can be made that Oregon State CB Steven Nelson "is the most underrated cornerback in this year's draft," writes CBS Sports' Rob Rang.
"Pound for pound, he might be the toughest of this year's corners, showing equal tenacity and aggression against both the run and the pass," Rang wrote. "His instincts and quickness helped Nelson record 24 passes broken up in just two seasons of FBS play after signing with the Beavers as a highly regarded juco prospect." The 5-foot-10, 197-pound Nelson will continue to be knocked for his size, but he's a sure tackler and a heady player with ball skills.
Source: CBS Sports Apr 19 - 5:43 PM

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Owamagbe Odighizuwa - DL - Bruins
UCLA edge rusher Owamagbe Odighizuwa "is very similar to [MSU's Preston] Smith in that he is a strong run defender who could play either left defensive end in a 4-3 front or 5-technique in a 3-4 defense," writes ESPN's Todd McShay.
McShay ranks Owa No. 52 overall, ahead of the more heralded Mario Edwards Jr. of Florida State (62). We've been higher on Odighizuwa throughout the process and remain so. You simply don't see many prospects who can covert speed to power in this way, and, as a bonus, can play in both even and odd man fronts. We aren't privy to all the NFL's medical information, but you can bet teams will quadruple-check Owa's hip before pulling the trigger.
Source: ESPN Insider Apr 18 - 8:40 PM

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Todd Gurley - RB - Bulldogs
NFL Media analyst Daniel Jeremiah thinks the Vikings could take Georgia RB Todd Gurley in Round 1 if they trade Adrian Peterson prior to the draft.
"If you lose a running back, I'm going to go ahead and replace him with a running back in Todd Gurley," Jeremiah said. "He is a special talent and one of the best running backs we've seen come into the league in quite some time. I'd take him right here at No. 11 and plug him in to watch him and Teddy Bridgewater grow on offense together as the future of this football team." Jeremiah ranks Gurley No. 12 player overall, right around the Vikings' No. 11 pick. Jeremiah sees Minnesota drafting offense in that slot even if they don't take a runner. "DeVante Parker and you are making high fives with that selection," he said. "Reunites him with Teddy Bridgewater and you saw how effective they were together (at Louisville)."
Source: NFL.com Apr 18 - 6:57 PM

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Randy Gregory - DL - Cornhuskers
ESPN's Todd McShay believes Nebraska edge rusher Randy Gregory "has the frame to play 4-3 defensive end if he can add and keep weight, but right now he's too lean for that at 238 pounds and projects as a 3-4 outside linebacker."
McShay has remained high on Gregory as some others have shied away, ranking the Cornhusker No. 11 overall. "He has excellent length and quickness, and he shows more power rushing the passer than many of his 250-260 pound counterparts. Based on game tape alone, Gregory is the best edge-rusher prospect in this class," McShay wrote. Gregory had a pre-draft visit with the Steelers on Thursday and will next visit Tennessee.
Source: ESPN Insider Apr 18 - 4:23 PM

 

[Wild_x_Card]

Jaelen Strong - WR - Sun Devils
Arizona State WR Jaelen Strong passed the medical testing the Steelers put him through, according to Adam Schefter.
The medical focused on Strong's wrist, which has been a question during the draft process. "Steelers doctors sending those results to other teams so Strong does not have to go to Indianapolis for a medical recheck on his wrist," Schefter writes. We think Strong is selected in the second round.
Source: Adam Schefter

 

[TheDane]

Steven Nelson - DB - Beavers
A case can be made that Oregon State CB Steven Nelson "is the most underrated cornerback in this year's draft," writes CBS Sports' Rob Rang.

I don't know if he's the most underrated cornerback in this draft, but if he isn't, it's damn close. I think he's a potential steal at the 3rd/4th-round ranking that many is giving him.

 

[bears26]

Mike Sando, ESPN.com ‏@SandoESPN 1m1 minute ago
Just saw @MelKiperESPN enter Gruden’s office. Taping predraft special. Both see Garrett Grayson as 2nd-rd pick. Jon: http://es.pn/1IpzmoO

 

[dabears70]

So far if you read the tea leaves the Bears have

-Looked at a ton of early rd WRs
-Looked at a ton of early round edge and DL guys
-Looked at a lot of late round Cs
-Looked at bigger 2nd/3rd round CB/S guys

So if you are mapping this out,

1. WR/Edge
2. Edge/WR
3. CB/FS
4.
5. C
6

They've also talked to the QB's so go ahead and fit a QB IN there somewhere as well.

 

[BearDen]

In other words, we won't know until we've picked somebody.

 

[dabears70]

I don't know if he's the most underrated cornerback in this draft, but if he isn't, it's damn close. I think he's a potential steal at the 3rd/4th-round ranking that many is giving him.

Yeah the guys on nfl network were really talking this kid up and another late round steal could be the CB from Oregon that tore his acl. Don't feel like trying to spell his name cause you know who I'm talking about.

 

[WindyCity]

@greggabe: Randy Gregory has become a "wild card" selection. Some clubs have dropped him. Others are staying put. Will drop out of top 10 for sure

@greggabe: I think it's safe to say Gregory will end up getting drafted between 12 and 20. But who knows... Interviews have not been impressive

 

[AussieBear]

@greggabe: Randy Gregory has become a "wild card" selection. Some clubs have dropped him. Others are staying put. Will drop out of top 10 for sure

@greggabe: I think it's safe to say Gregory will end up getting drafted between 12 and 20. But who knows... Interviews have not been impressive

at 13 to saints.. just guessing

 

[Sagbear]

@greggabe: Randy Gregory has become a "wild card" selection. Some clubs have dropped him. Others are staying put. Will drop out of top 10 for sure

@greggabe: I think it's safe to say Gregory will end up getting drafted between 12 and 20. But who knows... Interviews have not been impressive

Im still a huge fan of Gregory and would love to have him. The Rams or Vikings could very well trade up for one of the top 3 WR's and you could get an extra 2nd or 3rd round pick and still get Gregory.