The NFL’s master of misinformation Mike Shanahan reportedly identified quarterback Tim Tebow as the type of “worker” and “athlete” that would thrive as a special teams contributor while he gets acclimated to the NFL. Upon hearing of the coach’s thoughts on the decorated signal caller, the first name that came to mind was Scott Frost. For those of you who need a quick refresher, Frost was an option quarterback for the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the late 90s. He was a fantastic runner, but didn’t have an NFL arm. New York Jets general manager/head coach Bill Parcells was so impressed by the young man’s physical size and tools at the time that he selected him in the third round and turned him into a safety. But although Frost looked the part, it was evident from day one that Frost had neither the instincts nor the lateral agility to defend players in
Baldinger: “McNabb A Flawed Player”
Brian Baldinger on Redskins Quarterback Donovan McNabb, according to the Courier Post:
The Eagles should be ecstatic. I view McNabb as a flawed player, and it was never more apparent than in the back-to-back losses to the Cowboys last season. His flaws will never go away. Andy Reid can finally stop covering up for one of the most overrated quarterbacks in the history of the game.” — Brian Baldinger, NFL Network analyst and former NFL offensive lineman.
Eagles Play Possum In Quarterback Interest
Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg made the trek to Norman, Okla., last month for a bird’s-eye view of the Sooners standout. Asked by The News Journal for his opinion on Bradford, Mornhinweg curiously declined to comment, saying he’d wait until after the draft.
There are also reports that Tim Tebow has caught the Eagles’ attention. Sure, the Eagles attended his pro day, but who didn’t? The Eagles also scouted Fordham’s cannon-armed quarterback John Skelton, who’s not a first-rounder but could go anywhere after.
A team source verified that the Eagles plan to keep Mike Vick for the 2010 season unless another team blows them away with an offer, which isn’t likely to happen.
If Vick isn’t Reid’s vision of an adequate backup, don’t be surprised if the Eagles add two more arms between now and the first spring camp.
Browns Lurk In Pursuit of Sam Bradford?
The Cleveland Browns have five picks in the first three rounds of the draft, including three in the third round. Their picks overall are seventh, 38th, 71st, 85th and 92nd.
Could the Browns end up being a trade partner with the Rams for the first selection in the draft? It might be a longshot, but don’t automatically dismiss it either. They obviously have the ammunition.
While most believe general manager Billy Devaney is simply being coy by saying the Rams have yet to make up their minds about selecting Bradford because a deal is believed to be highly unlikely, what Holmgren subsequently said opens the door for potential talks with the Rams.
“The only way I was going to take all those early draft picks in rounds 1, 2 and 3 and use them would be for a young draft choice that I thought could be the
Roger Goodell Pushes For Rookie Pay Scale
One of the major changes commissioner Roger Goodell wants in the new Collective Bargaining Agreement is how rookies are compensated. Under the current system, rookies often are awarded bigger contracts than most vets.
And according to Goodell, it’s a flaw that those vets aren’t happy about either. In an interview with Sal Paolantonio, Goodell says players are eager for a change as well.
“Yes, we’ve had a lot of discussion about it and I think there’s a recognition that the system is out of whack. I hear this from veteran players,” Goodell said. “Veteran players want this changed. It’s hard to see a rookie player who hasn’t played in the NFL make that kind of money when guys have performed at a high level on the NFL level. That’s where the money should be going.”
Tim Tebow…Special Teams Ace?
The NFL’s master of misinformation Mike Shanahan reportedly identified quarterback Tim Tebow as the type of “worker” and “athlete” that would thrive as a special teams contributor while he gets acclimated to the NFL. Upon hearing of the coach’s thoughts on the decorated signal caller, the first name that came to mind was Scott Frost. For those of you who need a quick refresher, Frost was an option quarterback for the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the late 90s. He was a fantastic runner, but didn’t have an NFL arm. New York Jets general manager/head coach Bill Parcells was so impressed by the young man’s physical size and tools at the time that he selected him in the third round and turned him into a safety. But although Frost looked the part, it was evident from day one that Frost had neither the instincts nor the lateral agility to defend players in
Draft Digest Weekly: Safety Spotlight Show
The NFL Draft Bible goes around the clock with wall-to-wall coverage leading up to the 75th Annual 2010 NFL Draft. This week we break down the top safeties: Is Eric Berry a top five pick? Is Taylor Mays a first rounder? Where will Earl Thomas go? Plus, the the best of the rest, mid-rounders and sleepers. Special Guest: Former Oregon safety T.J. Ward. Join Hosts Daniel Mogollon, Ralph Mancini & Justin Van Fulpen as they dissect the latest draft buzz, who’s rising, who’s sliding and special guests TBA:
Brandon Graham Shows Off Athleticism
Armando Salguero, of the Miami Herald , reports Michigan DE/OLB Brandon Graham volunteered to do defensive back drills to how off his athleticism the Michigan pro day last week. According to a source, 20 NFL teams were in attendance to see the pass-rush specialist who projects as a 3-4 backer at the next level.
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Penn State Linebackers Make The Rounds
Bob Flounders, of The Patriot-News reports Penn State linebackers have been on the move lately. Sean Lee had a work out for the Atlanta Falcons and is meeting with the New York Giants. Lee also met with the Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers. He had some Penn State company with him on his trip to the Dallas area to meet with some Cowboys coaches and owner Jerry Jones. Navorro Bowman, PSU’s other highly rated outside linebacker, also sat down with Jones and coaches.
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Teams Poking At USF WR Carlton Mitchell
Armando Salguero, of the Miami Herald, reports South Florida WR Carlton Mitchell met with the Carolina Panthers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos, Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals and Tennessee Titans this week.
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