The Buffalo Bills spent the week doing their due diligence on quarterbacks in this year’s draft class.
Monthly Archives: April 2011
Moon refutes scouting report on Newton; writer stands by it
Warren Moon didn’t take kindly to a scathing scouting report about his pupil, Cam Newton, but the author stands by it.
UCLA’s Ayers, a top linebacker prospect, says he’ll attend draft
UCLA linebacker Akeem Ayers is New York-bound, tweeting Friday that he plans to attend the NFL draft later this month at Radio City Music Hall.
Draft Blast: Cincy to Workout Joe Horn
Draft Bible Insider Bo Marchionte Presents ‘Draft Blast,’ featuring an intriguing perspective on future stars of the NFL.
“The lights are brighter,” was the reaction to the environment at the Ohio State Buckeyes’ pro day on March 11. It was there that receiver Joe Horn was fortunate to enough to perform in front 29 of the 32 NFL teams. “There were lots of things to shake your focus,” added Horn, and it’s not hard to understand. After all, he played his college ball for the Division II Ashland Eagles of the GLIAC, hardly a comparable atmosphere to that at Ohio State. However, once the adrenaline of the bigger stage ceased Horn found his comfort zone and his talent was evident.
For Horn, football wasn’t always his main focus. He grew up lettering in golf, soccer, basketball, track as well as football. “My entire life,
Team Needs: Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions: Team Needs Rookie Review On The Clock Insider Podcast
2011 NFL Draft–
- CB – The Lions defense is still a work in progress but they’re a lot closer than many believe. The next step in the rebuilding process is to land a shutdown corner. Fortunately for Detroit, this is a deep class of cornerbacks and they’ll likely be able to add more than one defensive back in this draft. Detroit has found a way to get to the passer but without a true shutdown corner, they’ll still struggle against the offenses within their division.
- OT – If Detroit wants franchise quarterback Matt Stafford to live to see his next birthday, they had better add some offensive line help. The patchwork right side of the line that features Stephen Peterman and free agent Corey Hilliard needs help in a major way,
Rookie Review: Detroit Lions
2011 NFL Draft–
(1-2) Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska: The man was a trained killer on the football field, one who continually overwhelmed blockers with his superhuman strength. What’s amazing about Suh is that he dominated without using a wide variety of pass rush moves, relying instead on his physical tools and first-step agility to disrupt offenses. The Oregon native registered 10 sacks in his first pro season and was named the Associated Press Defensive Rookie of the Year, along with being voted into the Pro Bowl. He is suddenly evoking comparisons to “Mean” Joe Greene. Lofty praise, indeed! Grade: A+
(1-30) Jahvid Best, RB, California: Best shocked and amazed onlookers with his mesmerizing speed and ability to plant and accelerate in training camp. But although he offered glimpses of his explosiveness, Best’s year was a rather disappointing one due to two lingering turf toes that prevented him from
Player Spotlight: Clay Nurse, Illinois
Growing up in Guyana, Clay Nurse could have never dreamed of playing football in the Big Ten. Yet, the former soccer and cricket player has developed into one of the most promising defenders in this year’s draft. Listen to Nurse’s interview with “Reverend” Ralph Mancini of the NFL Draft Bible.
USC’s Smith to attend draft; Clemson’s Bowers likely won’t
USC offensive tackle Tyron Smith will attend the NFL draft after all, his agent, Eric Metz, said Friday.
Team Needs: St. Louis Rams
St. Louis Rams: Team Needs Rookie Review On The Clock Insider Podcast
2011 NFL Draft–
- OG – The Rams did a terrific job filling both tackle positions in last year’s draft with the selections of Jason Smith (right) in the first round and Rodger Saffold (left) in the third round. St. Louis could once again look to strengthen the offensive line early in the draft after subpar performances from Jacob Bell and Adam Goldberg at the guard position. It is assumed that they will let Goldberg walk away in free agency. The team is hoping for John Greco to be healthy but banking on that is a gamble. An insurance policy is much needed here.
- DT – When head coach Steve Spagnuolo arrived in St. Louis, he brought over a familiar face in Fred Robbins to help implement his
Player Spotlight: Jimmy Young, TCU
Combine and pro day behind him TCU receiver Jimmy Young can now focus on team visits and workouts moving forward with the NFL Draft quickly approaching. Bringing the NFL stars of tomorrow to you today on the NFL Draft Bible Player Spotlight Show, hosted by Bo Marchionte.