Lombardi Ave » 2012 NFL Draft http://lombardiave.com A Green Bay Packers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more. Mon, 20 May 2013 02:13:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1 USC writers give insightful look into this guy named Nick Perry http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/29/usc-writers-give-insightful-look-into-this-guy-named-nick-perry/ http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/29/usc-writers-give-insightful-look-into-this-guy-named-nick-perry/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:44:39 +0000 Raymond Rivard http://lombardiave.com/?p=9391 I had the opportunity to correspond with Michael Castillo, the editor of Fansided.com’s University of Southern California website, Reign of Troy, who was forthright and honest in allowing us to post a preview here for what they did prior to the draft for Nick Perry, the Packers number one choice from USC. The piece, written [...]

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Packers first round draft pick, Nick Perry (#8), is in the middle of the action here. Matt Cashore-US PRESSWIRE

I had the opportunity to correspond with Michael Castillo, the editor of Fansided.com’s University of Southern California website, Reign of Troy, who was forthright and honest in allowing us to post a preview here for what they did prior to the draft for Nick Perry, the Packers number one choice from USC.

The piece, written by , goes into great detail about the defensive lineman who is pegged to be an outside linebacker opposite another USC mainstay – Clay Matthews.

“Nick is a physical specimen, and we knew he’d be a first rounder almost primarily because of that,” Castillo told Lombardiave. “While that might not be as indicative of his play (he never put up Juluis Pepper numbers or anything), he’s so fast and physical. He reminds of me Dwight Freeney, with more strength, but less technique, but Capers, etc. can teach that.”

“Against the run, he’s solid, but he’s still a better pass rusher, in my opinion. He gets in off the edge and falls into the back field quite easily and is a great tackler. Again,  this is all with him being a DE in college, so I’m not sure how to evaluate him in pass coverage.
“As far as injuries go, he went unscathed at SC. He redshirted as freshman in 2008, but it wasn’t injury related if my memory serves correct.
“We’re glad he did indeed go in the first round, and so that’s a huge feather in the cap of Lane Kiffin era, especially recruiting wise. It was clear Perry would going to leave early, and he made the most of it, with a first round selection AND a damned good team in Green Bay. You guys will love him, especially since I feel his best days are ahead of him…much like that #52 guy, when he left SC. Perry’s yet to really break out, and Clay didn’t put it all together until he was in the NFL, so there’s similar threads there.”
You will find the piece by Ferreira to be downright insightful and refreshing. The article only confirms for Packers fans just what Ted Thompson, Mike McCarthy and all the scouts must have seen before pulling the trigger on draft day.
From what we’re reading here, this guy will bring much to the team. His presence alone should make opponents think twice again about double- and triple-teaming Matthews. Perry should also allow the defense much greater flexibility in throwing a variety of looks at quarterbacks, much like they were able to pull off in 2010. Last year’s predictable defense, especially after the loss of Nick Collins, should have a new image this year.
With the addition of Perry and the bolstering of the defensive line and backfield, the Packers should be more physical and just downright nasty at the point of attack.
With a defense that can intimidate, it will also team with an offense that shouldn’t miss a beat from last year’s impeccable run – the best in franchise history.
So, without further adieu (if you haven’t already gone to the link of the story) here is the piece from Trenise Ferreira:

Name: Nick Perry
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 271
Projection: Late First/Early Second round

In his time at USC, Nick Perry very quickly went to work establishing a name for himself. After redshirting during his freshman year in 2008, Perry got playing time in the 2009 season and early on he showed signs of being a force for USC. As a back up he played in all thirteen games—including his first start against Stanford—and recorded 24 tackles, nine of which were for losses, and had a team-best eight sacks. At the end of the season, he racked up a ton of accolades: he made the 2009 Football Writers Freshman All-American first team, the CollegeFootballNews.com All-American first team, Sporting News Freshman All-American first team, Phil Steele’s Freshman All-American first team, ESPN.com Pac-10 Freshman All-American first team, and the Sporting News All Pac-10 Freshman All-American first team.

Yeah, that’s A LOT of first teams. And he was just getting started.

In 2010 Perry started in nine games as a defensive end and appeared in 12 games total for the season. He had 25 tackles including 7.5 for losses, four sacks, three deflections, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. By this point, it was clear that having Perry coming off the edge was pivotal to USC’s defensive prowess, as his size and speed combination enabled him to deftly get around opposing linemen to the quarterback.

He pretty much exploded in 2011, further making a case for himself as a worthy draft pick if he would choose to leave at the end of the season. He started every game this past season, and ended it with an incredible stat line: 54 total tackles and 13 for losses, three pass deflections, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and—probably the most impressive of them all—led USC and the Pac-12 conference in sacks, with 9.5 for the season. That was the most sacks recorded by a Trojan since 2007. At the end of the season, USC named him the defensive lineman of the year and was also a finalist for the Hendricks Award, given to the nation’s best defensive end. Naturally, at the end of the season Perry elected to enter the 2012 NFL Draft.

So what have we learned from him?

Well, for starters, Perry is an excellent pass rusher. He has proven to have a superb control over his body, to be able to change directions or to get his hands up quickly to deflect passes at the line of scrimmage. Collapsing pockets and getting to the QB is something that comes naturally and effortlessly to him. He’s someone that a coach would want to anchor his D-line, as he has proven to produce, and produce a lot.

Off the edge, Perry is unquestionably explosive, and has the natural flexibility and skill to maneuver his body so that he wins that edge. On the other hand, he is not a sudden pass rusher, and sometimes does not time his jump off right.

As far as his run defense, he has shown that he has very good reaction time to plays, and knows how to get to the play from different angles. He has a keen understanding of leverage and plants himself under blockers and their pads, which often attracts holding penalties.

Tackling is probably his second strongest point aside from his ability to get through pockets. He rarely reacts to fakes and he has solid hand strength to secure tackles. According to scouts, his arm strength is still less than ideal, but he works hard make fundamentally sound tackles by wrapping up and bringing down the ball carrier.

In terms of transition to the pro level, many experts consider him a “tweener” because he could be a 3-4 outside linebacker or a DE, depending on who picks him up. Experts also say that while he his resume does speak volumes about his production, he has questionable instincts when tasked with dropping into coverage, and late in the game he often looks tired and fatigued, so he still needs to show better conditioning. Perry however wants to stay at DE, so he gained 10 pounds of lean muscle in the offseason to convince scouts that he should. However, he is still considered kind of undersized, and could find himself overwhelmed by larger blockers.

Come draft day, look for Perry to either middle to late in the first round, or early in the second. Many teams are desperately in need of a pass rusher, so his position in the draft seems to be up in the air. Currently, CBSSports.com has him ranked third at his position, and 23 overall. Their writers have him going anywhere from 12th to 20th overall. ESPN AFC Blogger Bill Williamson says he could possibly go18th overall to the San Diego Chargers, who also need a defensive face lift. Other scouts like Mel Kiper think that is too high; Kiper says that if he stays on the board, he would be major value in round 2 to a team like the Carolina Panthers. So really, Perry could end up at any number of teams. But one thing is clear: he is regarded as a strong pass rusher, and wherever he goes, he has that USC pedigree to enable to continue to flourish at the next level.

]]> http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/29/usc-writers-give-insightful-look-into-this-guy-named-nick-perry/feed/ 0 2012 NFL Draft: The morning after http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/29/2012-nfl-draft-the-morning-after/ http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/29/2012-nfl-draft-the-morning-after/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:27:53 +0000 Raymond Rivard http://lombardiave.com/?p=9383 Here are a number of stories circulating across Packers Nation about the aftermath of the NFL Draft, specifically as it pertains to Green Bay. We take a look at stories that focus on roundups of all the selections, commentary about how the Packers veterans have been put on notice, what scouts from across the league [...]

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November 28, 2009; Gainesville FL, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Brandon Spikes (51) rushes by Florida State Seminoles guard Andrew Datko (67) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-US PRESSWIRE

Here are a number of stories circulating across Packers Nation about the aftermath of the NFL Draft, specifically as it pertains to Green Bay.

We take a look at stories that focus on roundups of all the selections, commentary about how the Packers veterans have been put on notice, what scouts from across the league are saying about the Packers picks, a Q&A with the team’s final pick, some little known facts about the draft, and an interview with one of the top undrafted free agents signed by the Packers.

Take a swing around the Web for the most up-to-date information on the players selected by Ted Thompson and company.

 

This story from JSonline focuses in on what scouts from across the league think about the players the Packers selected.


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Mike Vandermause of the Green Bay Press Gazette thumbnails the message Ted Thompson is sending with his draft picks.


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Here's a Q&A with seventh round draft pick quarterback B.J. Coleman


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The Packers official website takes a gander and provides a recap of the Packers draft choices


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NFL.com takes a look at some of the more unusual aspects of this year's draft class


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JSonline provides a nice interview with Marc Tyler, the USC running back with a questionable past. He was a undrafted free agent signing by the Packers.


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Florida State Seminoles offensive tackle Andrew Datko was selected by the Green Bay Packers today. Phil Sears-US PRESSWIRE

Florida State offensive tackle Andrew Datko and quarterback B.J. Coleman of Tennessee Chattanooga.

Like everyone else, we don’t know much at this point about these picks, but here’ a couple of videos:


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1(171) Rams Zuerlein, Greg K 6’0″ 187 Missouri Western 49.0
2(172) Seahawks (From Colts through Eagles) Lane, Jeremy CB 6’0″ 184 Northwestern St. (LA) 48.0
3(173) Redskins (From Vikings) Morris, Alfred RB 5’9″ 219 Florida Atlantic 47.5  
4(174) Buccaneers Tandy, Keith CB 5’10″ 200 West Virginia 58.7
5(175) Vikings (From Browns) Walsh, Blair K 5’9″ 187 Georgia 51.0
6(176) Jaguars Harris, Mike CB 5’10″ 188 Florida St. 61.5  
7(177) Cardinals (From Redskins) Bethel, Justin CB 6’0″ 200 Presbyterian 50.5  
8(178) Bills Asper, Mark G 6’6″ 319 Oregon 57.7  
9(179) Saints (From Dolphins) Tiller, Andrew G 6’4″ 324 Syracuse 47.5  
10(180) 49ers (From Panthers) Robinson, Trent FS 5’10″ 195 Michigan St. 68.2  
11(181) Seahawks Guy, Winston DB 6’1″ 218 Kentucky 50.0  
12(182) Chiefs Gray, Cyrus RB 5’10″ 206 Texas A&M 69.7  
13(183) Dolphins (From Chargers) Cunningham, B.J. WR 6’1″ 211 Michigan St. 73.5  
14(184) Bears Frey, Isaiah CB 5’11″ 188 Nevada 47.0
15(185) Cardinals Lindley, Ryan QB 6’3″ 229 San Diego St. 64.0  
16(186) Cowboys Hanna, James TE 6’4″ 252 Oklahoma 65.0  
17(187) Jets (From Eagles through Colts) Bush, Josh S 5’11″ 208 Wake Forest 47.5
18(188) Broncos (From Jets) Trevathan, Danny OLB 6’0″ 237 Kentucky 68.7  
19(189) Raiders Bilukidi, Christo DE 6’5″ 290 Georgia State –
20(190) Titans Martin, Markelle FS 6’1″ 207 Oklahoma St. 56.2  
21(191) Bengals Herron, Dan RB 5’10″ 213 Ohio St. 54.0  
22(192) Falcons Mitchell, Charles SS 5’11″ 202 Mississippi St. 54.7  
23(193) Redskins (From Steelers) Compton, Tom T 6’5″ 314 South Dakota 68.2  
24(194) Eagles (From Broncos) McNutt, Marvin WR 6’3″ 216 Iowa 68.2  
25(195) Texans Mondek, Nick OT 6’6″ 304 Purdue 45.0
26(196) Lions (From Saints through Dolphins and 49ers) Green, Jonte DB 6’0″ 184 New Mexico St. 41.5
27(197) Patriots (From Packers) Ebner, Nate DB – – Ohio St. –
28(198) Ravens Streeter, Tommy WR 6’5″ 219 Miami 69.0  
29(199) 49ers Slowey, Jason C 6’3″ 303 Western Oregon 47.0
30(200) Eagles (From Patriots) Washington, Brandon OG 6’3″ 320 Miami 66.0  
31(201) Giants McCants, Matt T 6’5″ 308 UAB 56.0  
32(202) Jets (Compensatory selection) Ganaway, Terrance RB 6’0″ 239 Baylor 59.7
33(203) Jets (Compensatory selection) Griffin, Robert T. G 6’6″ 335 Baylor 48.5
34(204) Browns (Compensatory selection) Acho, Emmanuel OLB 6’1″ 238 Texas 57.0  
35(205) Browns (Compensatory selection) Winn, Billy DT 6’4″ 294 Boise St. 84.0  
36(206) Colts (Compensatory selection) Brazill, Lavon WR 5’11″ 192 Ohio 52.2  
37(207) Panthers (Compensatory selection) Nortman, Brad P 6’2″ 213 Wisconsin 49.5
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Nov 19, 2011; Raleigh, NC, USA; NC State linebacker Terrell Manning (35) fights for a fumble by Clemson Tigers running back Mike Bellamy (5) in the first half at Carter Finley Stadium. NC State won 37-13. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-US PRESSWIRE

The following is a complete list of the entire fifth round of the 2012 NFL Draft

1(136) Colts Chapman, Josh DT 6’1″ 316 Alabama 72.5
2(137) Broncos (From Rams) Jackson, Malik DT 6’4″ 284 Tennessee 50.0

3(138) Lions (From Vikings) Whitehead, Tahir OLB 6’1″ 233 Temple 54.2

4(139) Vikings (From Browns) Blanton, Robert CB 6’1″ 208 Notre Dame 60.0

5(140) Buccaneers Goode, Najee ILB 6’0″ 244 West Virginia 58.0

6(141) Redskins Gettis, Adam G 6’2″ 293 Iowa 52.2

7(142) Jaguars Marshall, Brandon OLB 6’1″ 242 Nevada 54.0

8(143) Panthers Norman, Josh CB 6’0″ 197 Coastal Carolina 75.0

9(144) Bills Sanders, Zebrie T 6’5″ 320 Florida St. 82.7

10(145) Titans (From Dolphins) Thompson, Taylor TE 6’6″ 259 SMU 57.5
11(146) Chiefs Menzie, DeQuan CB 5’10″ 195 Alabama 74.0

12(147) Bills (From Seahawks) Carder, Tank ILB 6’2″ 236 TCU 53.0

13(148) Lions (From Raiders) Greenwood, Chris CB 6’1″ 193 Albion 54.5
14(149) Chargers Troutman, Johnnie G 6’4″ 325 Penn St. 54.5

15(150) Rams (From Bears) Watkins, Rokevious OT 6’4″ 338 South Carolina 56.5

16(151) Cardinals Kelemete, Senio T 6’3″ 307 Washington 72.5

17(152) Cowboys Coale, Danny WR 6’0″ 201 Virginia Tech 58.2

18(153) Eagles Kelly, Dennis OT – – Purdue –
19(154) Seahawks (From Jets) Toomer, Korey ILB 6’2″ 234 Idaho 46.7
20(155) Dolphins (From Titans) Kaddu, Josh LB 6’3″ 239 Oregon 68.5

21(156) Bengals Prater, Shaun CB 5’10″ 190 Iowa 66.0
22(157) Falcons Ewing, Bradie FB 6’0″ 239 Wisconsin 51.5

23(158) Raiders (From Lions) Crawford, Jack DE 6’5″ 274 Penn St. 65.2

24(159) Steelers Rainey, Chris RB 5’8″ 180 Florida 71.7

25(160) Browns (From Broncos) Miller, Ryan G 6’7″ 321 Colorado 66.5

26(161) Texans Bullock, Randy K 5’9″ 205 Texas A&M 46.0
27(162) Saints White, Corey SS 5’11″ 206 Samford 54.0

28(163) Packers (From Packers through Patriots) Manning, Terrell OLB 6’2″ 237 N.C. State 75.2

29(164) Falcons (From Ravens) Massaquoi, Jonathan DE 6’2″ 264 Troy 72.5

30(165) 49ers Fleming, Darius OLB 6’2″ 245 Notre Dame 59.7

31(166) Bengals (From Patriots) Jones, Marvin WR 6’1″ 199 California 74.0

32(167) Bengals (From Giants) Iloka, George FS 6’4″ 225 Boise St. 73.0

33(168) Raiders (Compensatory selection) Criner, Juron WR 6’3″ 224 Arizona 79.7

34(169) Ravens (Compensatory selection) Jackson, Asa CB 5’10″ 191 Cal Poly 70.5
35(170) Colts (Compensatory selection) Ballard, Vick RB 5’10″ 219 Mississippi St. 53.5

]]> http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/28/heres-your-entire-fifth-round-of-the-nfl-draft/feed/ 0 With the 163rd pick, the Green Bay Packers select … http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/28/with-the-163rd-pick-the-green-bay-packers-select/ http://lombardiave.com/2012/04/28/with-the-163rd-pick-the-green-bay-packers-select/#comments Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:47:52 +0000 Tim Thomas http://lombardiave.com/?p=9357 Nov 19, 2011; Raleigh, NC, USA; NC State linebacker Terrell Manning (35) fights for a fumble by Clemson Tigers running back Mike Bellamy (5) in the first half at Carter Finley Stadium. NC State won 37-13. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-US PRESSWIRE NC State OLB Terrell Manning Terrell Manning was a dominate player for NC State [...]

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Nov 19, 2011; Raleigh, NC, USA; NC State linebacker Terrell Manning (35) fights for a fumble by Clemson Tigers running back Mike Bellamy (5) in the first half at Carter Finley Stadium. NC State won 37-13. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-US PRESSWIRE

NC State OLB Terrell Manning

Terrell Manning was a dominate player for NC State and in the ACC and has the potential to be an effective pass rusher that gives the Packers some depth.

This could also allow the Packers to move Nick Perry to a 3-4 defensive end if Manning does well enough and earns a starting spot. Manning gives the Packers great, young depth rushing the quarterback.

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September 17, 2011; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes player Mike Daniels (93) sacks Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Tino Sunseri (12) during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-US PRESSWIRE

A complete listing of the fourth round selections are as follows:

1(96) Rams Givens, Chris WR 5’11″ 198 Wake Forest 80.0  
2(97) Dolphins (From Colts through 49ers) Miller, Lamar RB 5’11″ 212 Miami 84.5  
3(98) Ravens (From Vikings) Gradkowski, Gino G 6’3″ 300 Delaware 50.2
4(99) Texans (From Buccaneers through Eagles) Jones, Ben C 6’2″ 303 Georgia 78.2  
5(100) Browns Benjamin, Travis WR 5’10″ 172 Miami 66.5  
6(101) Broncos (From Jaguars through Buccaneers) Bolden, Omar CB 5’10″ 202 Arizona State 77.0
7(102) Redskins Cousins, Kirk QB 6’3″ 214 Michigan St. 73.0  
8(103) Panthers (From Dolphins through 49ers) Alexander, Frank DE 6’4″ 270 Oklahoma 60.0
9(104) Panthers Adams, Joe WR 5’11″ 179 Arkansas 78.2  
10(105) Bills Bradham, Nigel OLB 6’2″ 241 Florida St. 69.7  
11(106) Seahawks Turbin, Robert RB 5’10″ 222 Utah St. 68.0  
12(107) Chiefs Wylie, Devon WR 5’9″ 187 Fresno St. 70.0  
13(108) Broncos (From Jets) Blake, Philip C 6’2″ 311 Baylor 68.7  
14(109) Steelers (From Raiders through Redskins) Ta’amu, Alameda DT 6’3″ 348 Washington 77.0  
15(110) Chargers Green, Ladarius TE 6’6″ 238 Louisiana-Lafayette 67.5  
16(111) Bears Rodriguez, Evan TE 6’1″ 242 Temple 53.7  
17(112) Cardinals Massie, Bobby T 6’6″ 316 Mississippi 85.0  
18(113) Cowboys Wilber, Kyle OLB 6’4″ 249 Wake Forest 60.5  
19(114) Seahawks (From Eagles) Howard, Jaye DT 6’3″ 301 Florida 60.2  
20(115) Titans Sensabaugh, Coty CB 5’11″ 189 Clemson 56.5  
21(116) Bengals Charles, Orson TE 6’2″ 251 Georgia 79.0  
22(117) 49ers (From Lions) Looney, Joe G 6’3″ 309 Wake Forest 69.7
23(118) Vikings (From Falcons through Browns) Wright, Jarius WR 5’10″ 182 Arkansas 68.7  
24(119) Redskins (From Steelers) Robinson, Keenan OLB 6’3″ 242 Texas 68.2  
25(120) Browns (From Broncos) Johnson, James-Michael ILB 6’1″ 241 Nevada 69.0  
26(121) Texans Martin, Keshawn WR 5’11″ 192 Michigan St. 76.0
27(122) Saints Toon, Nick WR 6’2″ 215 Wisconsin 77.0  
28(123) Eagles (From Packers) Boykin, Brandon CB 5’9″ 182 Georgia 82.0  
29(124) Bills (From Ravens) Brooks, Ron CB 5’10″ 190 LSU 69.0  
30(125) Lions (From 49ers) Lewis, Ronnell OLB 6’1″ 253 Oklahoma 83.5  
31(126) Texans (From Patriots through Broncos and Buccaneers) Crick, Jared DT 6’4″ 279 Nebraska 83.7  
32(127) Giants Robinson, Adrien TE 6’4″ 264 Cincinnati 52.0
33(128) Vikings (Compensatory selection) Ellison, Rhett FB 6’5″ 251 USC 55.7  
34(129) Raiders (Compensatory selection) Burris, Miles OLB 6’2″ 246 San Diego St. 52.2  
35(130) Ravens (Compensatory selection) Thompson, Christian FS 6’0″ 211 South Carolina St. 53.2  
36(131) Giants (Compensatory selection) Mosley, Brandon OT 6’5″ 314 Auburn 73.0  
37(132) Packers (Compensatory selection) Daniels, Mike DT 6’0″ 291 Iowa 68.2
38(133) Packers (Compensatory selection) McMillian, Jerron SS 5’11″ 203 Maine 57.5  
39(134) Vikings (Compensatory selection) Childs, Greg WR 6’3″ 219 Arkansas 71.0  
40(135) Cowboys (Compensatory selection) Johnson, Matt SS 6’1″ 212 Eastern Washington 49.2
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In the meantime, here’s the complete look at the third round:

 

1(64) Colts Allen, Dwayne TE 6’3″ 255 Clemson 84.2  
2(65) Rams Johnson, Trumaine CB 6’1″ 204 Montana 83.5  
3(66) Vikings Robinson, Josh CB 5’10″ 199 Central Florida 75.7  
4(67) Broncos (From Browns) Hillman, Ronnie RB 5’9″ 200 San Diego St. 69.2  
5(68) Texans (From Buccaneers) Posey, DeVier WR 6’1″ 211 Ohio St. 71.5  
6(69) Bills (From Redskins) Graham, T.J. WR 5’11″ 188 N.C. State 69.5  
7(70) Jaguars Anger, Bryan P 6’3″ 208 California 58.0  
8(71) Redskins (From Bills) LeRibeus, Josh G 6’3″ 312 SMU 64.7  
9(72) Dolphins Vernon, Olivier DE 6’2″ 261 Miami 82.0  
10(73) Chargers (From Panthers through Bears and Dolphins) Taylor, Brandon SS 5’11″ 209 LSU 75.0  
11(74) Chiefs Stephenson, Donald T 6’6″ 312 Oklahoma 82.0  
12(75) Seahawks Wilson, Russell QB 5’11″ 204 Wisconsin 68.5  
13(76) Texans (From Eagles) Brooks, Brandon G 6’5″ 343 Miami (OH) 82.5
14(77) Jets Davis, Demario OLB 6’2″ 235 Arkansas State 69.5  
15(78) Dolphins (From Chargers) Egnew, Michael TE 6’5″ 252 Missouri 71.5  
16(79) Bears Hardin, Brandon FS 6’3″ 217 Oregon St. 62.0
17(80) Cardinals Fleming, Jamell CB 5’11″ 206 Oklahoma 83.5  
18(81) Cowboys Crawford, Tyrone DE 6’4″ 275 Boise St. 77.5  
19(82) Titans Martin, Mike DT 6’1″ 306 Michigan 74.5  
20(83) Bengals Sanu, Mohamed WR 6’2″ 211 Rutgers 80.5  
21(84) Ravens (From Falcons) Pierce, Bernard RB 6’0″ 218 Temple 71.0  
22(85) Lions Bentley, Dwight CB 5’10″ 182 Louisiana-Lafayette 73.5  
23(86) Steelers Spence, Sean LB 5’11″ 231 Miami 80.2  
24(87) Browns (From Broncos) Hughes, John DT 6’2″ 309 Cincinnati 48.2
25(88) Eagles (From Texans) Foles, Nick QB 6’5″ 243 Arizona 71.0  
26(89) Saints Hicks, Akiem DE 6’5″ 318 Regina 50.2  
27(90) Patriots (From Packers) Bequette, Jake DE 6’5″ 274 Arkansas 66.0  
28(91) Falcons (From Ravens) Holmes, Lamar T 6’5″ 323 Southern Miss 50.5  
29(92) Colts (From 49ers) Hilton, T.Y. WR 5’10″ 183 Florida International 74.5
30(93) Bengals (From Patriots) Thompson, Brandon DT 6’2″ 314 Clemson 84.5  
31(94) Giants Hosley, Jayron CB 5’10″ 178 Virginia Tech 84.0  
32(95) Raiders (Compensatory selection) Bergstrom, Tony OT 6’5″ 313 Utah 59.0
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Oct 22, 2011; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Mike Daniels (93) during the third quarter against the Indiana Hoosiers at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Byron Hetzler-US PRESSWIRE

Mike Daniels and Jerron McMillian.
The Green Bay Packers, with consecutive compensatory picks in the fourth round, selected defensive tackle Mike Daniels of Iowa with the 132nd and Jerron McMillian, a Safety from Maine with the 133rd pick of the 2012 NFL Draft.

Here is some video of both picks:

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2012/profiles/jeron-mcmillian?id=2532908

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Mike Daniels ready to be a Packer

Oct 22, 2011; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Mike Daniels (93) against the Indiana Hoosiers at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Byron Hetzler-US PRESSWIRE

Iowa DT Mike Daniels will give the Packers more depth on the defensive line as he could be a very good 3-4 defensive end. Daniels has the prototypical size for his position as he knows how to play.

and Maine Safety Jerron McMillian is definitely the long term replacement for Nick Collins as the Packers will try to make him an NFL starting safety. McMillian can be a good NFL safety but his tackling will have to get better.

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Oct 8, 2011; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers defender Jared Crick (94) lines up against Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Mike Adams (75) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-US PRESSWIRE

The Packers are putting together a really good NFL Draft with Nick Perry, Jerel Worthy, and Casey Hayward. So, how will the Packers finish off their 2012 draft class?

The Packers have two fourth rond picks and plenty of sixth- and seventh-rounders so the Packers have some flexibility if they want to make a trade for a player like Ole Miss’s Bobby Massie to provide more depth on the offensive line after Chad Clifton was cut. If they stay where they are in the fourth round, they should look at running back and another defensive lineman.

Will Robert Turbin be running from defenders for the Packers?

Feb 26, 2012; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Utah State running back Robert Turbin runs the 40 yard dash during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-US PRESSWIRE

The first thing the Packers should do in the fourth round is pick up a running back. Miami’s Lamar Miller is a definite possibility if he continues to fall but a more realistic option is Utah State’s Robert Turbin.

Turbin was productive and college and has shown a great combo of size and speed. I think Turbin has the tools to be a really good NFL running back.

Despite picking up Jerel Worthy, the Packers still need some help at defensive end and the two players that are now steals are Boise State’s Billy Wynn and Nebraska’s Jared Crick.

Wynn will probably be off the board by the time the Packers pick, but Crick will probably still be there and he would be a great pick as he could start at defensive end.

A defensive line of Crick, B.J. Raji, and Worthy would be able to dominate in the trenches.

In the sixth round, the Packers will probably look at taking a young quarterback like Ryan Lindley out of San Diego State.

Lindley has an impressive arm but he lacks in the areas of consistency and accuracy. However, I think Lindley will be at least as good as Rex Grossman with the potential to be similar to Brett Favre.

Lindley can be a backup that the Packers can develop which is eactly what they want.

Ryan Lindley could be in a Packer uniform next season.

December 17, 2011; New Orleans, LA, USA; San Diego State Aztecs quarterback Ryan Lindley (14) against the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns during the first quarter of the New Orleans Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-US PRESSWIRE

In the seventh round, the Packers have four picks and plenty of possibilities.

The Packers could take some chances on some players like Arizona State’s Vontaxe Burfict as he is a high ceiling guy that would not be much of a loss if he does not pan out.

Notre Dame safety Robert Blanton could be another possibility if he is still on the board.  Colorado offensive guard Ryan Miller is a player that has a high ceiling and could be very effective.

A player that is off the radar but a very good talent that would be worth taking in the seventh round is Utah cornerback Conroy Black.

Black has all the skills to develop into a starting cornerback in the NFL as he could be a dime cornerback next season even.

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Michigan State defensive tackle Jerel Worthy was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the second round. Richard Mackson-US PRESSWIRE

 

1(33) Rams Quick, Brian WR 6’3″ 220 Appalachian St. 83.2  
2(34) Colts Fleener, Coby TE 6’6″ 247 Stanford 86.5  
3(35) Ravens (From Vikings) Upshaw, Courtney OLB 6’2″ 272 Alabama 88.0  
4(36) Broncos (From Buccaneers) Wolfe, Derek DT 6’5″ 295 Cincinnati 47.5  
5(37) Browns Schwartz, Mitchell T 6’5″ 318 California 82.5  
6(38) Jaguars Branch, Andre DE 6’4″ 259 Clemson 86.5  
7(39) Rams (From Redskins) Jenkins, Janoris CB 5’10″ 193 North Alabama 86.0  
8(40) Panthers Silatolu, Amini T 6’4″ 311 Midwestern St. 83.7  
9(41) Bills Glenn, Cordy T 6’5″ 345 Georgia 88.0  
10(42) Dolphins Martin, Jonathan OT 6’5″ 312 Stanford 87.0  
11(43) Jets (From Seahawks) Hill, Stephen WR 6’4″ 215 Georgia Tech 86.0  
12(44) Chiefs Allen, Jeff T 6’4″ 307 Illinois 82.5  
13(45) Bears (From Cowboys through Rams) Jeffery, Alshon WR 6’4″ 230 South Carolina 84.0  
14(46) Eagles Kendricks, Mychal ILB 5’11″ 239 California 79.7  
15(47) Seahawks (From Jets) Wagner, Bobby ILB 6’0″ 233 Utah St. 84.7  
16(48) Patriots (From Raiders) Wilson, Tavon FS 6’0″ 205 Illinois 48.2  
17(49) Chargers Reyes, Kendall DT 6’4″ 299 Connecticut 84.0  
18(50) Rams (From Bears) Pead, Isaiah RB 5’10″ 197 Cincinnati 76.7  
19(51) Packers (From Cardinals through Eagles) Worthy, Jerel DT 6’2″ 308 Michigan St. 84.5  
20(52) Titans Brown, Zach OLB 6’1″ 244 North Carolina 85.0  
21(53) Bengals Still, Devon DT 6’5″ 303 Penn St. 84.2  
22(54) Lions Broyles, Ryan WR 5’10″ 192 Oklahoma 79.0  
23(55) Falcons Konz, Peter C 6’5″ 314 Wisconsin 86.0  
24(56) Steelers Adams, Mike OT 6’7″ 323 Ohio St. 86.0  
25(57) Broncos Osweiler, Brock QB 6’7″ 242 Arizona State 83.5  
26(58) Buccaneers (From Texans) David, Lavonte OLB 6’1″ 233 Nebraska 86.5  
27(59) Eagles (From Packers) Curry, Vinny DE 6’3″ 266 Marshall 84.5  
28(60) Ravens Osemele, Kelechi T 6’5″ 333 Iowa St. 83.0  
29(61) 49ers James, LaMichael RB 5’8″ 194 Oregon 73.5  
30(62) Packers (From Patriots) Hayward, Casey DB 5’11″ 185 Vanderbilt 73.7  
31(63) Giants Randle, Rueben WR 6’4″ 210 LSU 86.0
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Casey Hayward is a playmaking defensive back taken at the back end of the second round, trading up with New England to take him with the 62nd pick.Don McPeak-US PRESSWIRE

The Green Bay Packers traded up to snare Vanderbilt defensive back Casey Hayward, a player that NFL.com’s Mike Mayock called “instinctive” and said he “loved” this pick. He was the 62nd pick overall and came through a trade with the New England Patriots.

That makes the Packers’ third pick and second of the second round, was for a defensive player.

Here is some film on the new Packer.

 

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November 5, 2011; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive tackle Jerel Worthy (99) during game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Spartan Stadium.Michigan State won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-US PRESSWIRE

Michigan State Jerel Worthy.

The Packers picked Worthy, a defensive tackle, with the 51st pick in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Peter King thought they would select this player in the first round, but the Packers still get their guy in the second round, though they have to slide up eight picks to get him.

Personal opinion: Great pick for a player who should help the team add depth and talent to a much needed area that must show improvement next year.

 

 

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Feb 28, 2012; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Alabama defensive back Janoris Jenkins participates in pass interception drills during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-US PRESSWIRE

The Packers made a big splash last night with the addition of USC DE/OLB Nick Perry.

Now, what will the Packers do tonight to make this draft class excellent.

The Packers will have the option to make some trades as they could look to climb up the second round to get North Alabama CB Janoris Jenkins. Jenkins has some red flags but is a great talent and could allow the Packers to move Charles Woodson to safety to replace the recently released Nick Collins.

Jenkins also could compete for a starting spot immediately with Sam Shields and Tramon Williams. Jenkins is an elite cornerback prospect that would not be on the board if he did not have the red flags.

However, I think Jenkins will be able to stay out of trouble and be a successful NFL cornerback.

If they stay where they are, the Packers have a few options that they can do. Conerback is a need and both Montana’s Trumaine Johnson and UCF’s Josh Robinson are possibilities.

Johnson will likely not be on the board at that point as he is the next best cornerback after Jenkins on the board. Robinson, however, could be still on the board as he has a lot of potential.

Robinson has great speed but needs to develop some cover abilities. Robinson would be more of a developmental pick and not an immediate impact player.

A lot of people have linked Miami RB Lamar Miller to the Packers in the second round but I do not think he will still be on the board at that point as he is the best running back left on the board.

Even if Miller is on the board when the Packers pick, Green Bay can wait to get a running back prospect that is just as good later on – such as Temple’s Bernard Pierce in the third round or Utah State’s Robert Turbin in the fourth round.

Lamar Miller is blowing away the Boston College defense.

NOV 25, 2011; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Lamar Miller (6) runs for a touchdown past Boston College Eagles defensive back Spenser Rositano (47) and Boston College Eagles defensive end Kasim Edebali (91) in the first quarter at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Mayer-US PRESSWIRE

In the third round, the Packers should look at a defensive lineman like Boise State’s Billy Wynn or Nebraska’s Jared Crick. Both can be 3-4 defensive ends but Crick could end up being available in the fourth round and that would be a steal.

Wynn and Crick are two very capable defensive ends who will be successful NFL players. I am a huge fan of Jared Crick as I think he will be a steal in this year’s draft no matter where he goes.

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The first round of the 2012 Draft is in the books.

Now the analysis, ad nauseum, at least until the second round starts tonight.

Here are a few interesting looks you might consider during your free moments today.

Get primed for tonight, because the analysis will be ongoing through Saturday and beyond.



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1(1) Colts Luck, Andrew QB 6’4″ 234 Stanford 97.0  
2(2) Redskins (From Rams) Griffin III, Robert QB 6’2″ 223 Baylor 95.0  
3(3) Browns (From Vikings) Richardson, Trent RB 5’9″ 228 Alabama 93.5  
4(4) Vikings (From Browns) Kalil, Matt OT 6’6″ 306 USC 94.0  
5(5) Jaguars (From Buccaneers) Blackmon, Justin WR 6’1″ 207 Oklahoma St. 93.5  
6(6) Cowboys (From Redskins through Rams) Claiborne, Morris CB 5’11″ 188 LSU 91.5  
7(7) Buccaneers (From Jaguars) Barron, Mark SS 6’1″ 213 Alabama 90.0  
8(8) Dolphins Tannehill, Ryan QB 6’4″ 221 Texas A&M 87.0  
9(9) Panthers Kuechly, Luke ILB 6’3″ 242 Boston College 91.0  
10(10) Bills Gilmore, Stephon CB 6’0″ 190 South Carolina 87.2  
11(11) Chiefs Poe, Dontari DT 6’3″ 346 Memphis 89.0  
12(12) Eagles (From Seahawks) Cox, Fletcher DT 6’4″ 298 Mississippi St. 89.5  
13(13) Cardinals Floyd, Michael WR 6’3″ 220 Notre Dame 89.5  
14(14) Rams (From Cowboys) Brockers, Michael DT 6’5″ 322 LSU 87.0  
15(15) Seahawks (From Eagles) Irvin, Bruce DE 6’3″ 245 West Virginia 80.0  
16(16) Jets Coples, Quinton DE 6’6″ 284 North Carolina 88.0  
17(17) Bengals (From Raiders) Kirkpatrick, Dre CB 6’1″ 186 Alabama 87.2  
18(18) Chargers Ingram, Melvin DE 6’1″ 264 South Carolina 90.5  
19(19) Bears McClellin, Shea DE 6’3″ 260 Boise St. 84.5  
20(20) Titans Wright, Kendall WR 5’10″ 196 Baylor 88.5  
21(21) Patriots (From Bengals) Jones, Chandler DE 6’5″ 247 Syracuse 84.2  
22(22) Browns (From Falcons) Weeden, Brandon QB 6’4″ 221 Oklahoma St. 83.7  
23(23) Lions Reiff, Riley OT 6’6″ 313 Iowa 89.0  
24(24) Steelers DeCastro, David G 6’5″ 316 Stanford 92.5  
25(25) Patriots (From Broncos) Hightower, Dont’a ILB 6’2″ 265 Alabama 85.0  
26(26) Texans Mercilus, Whitney DE 6’3″ 261 Illinois 86.0  
27(27) Bengals (From Saints through Patriots) Zeitler, Kevin G 6’4″ 314 Wisconsin 85.0  
28(28) Packers Perry, Nick DE 6’3″ 271 USC 86.5  
29(29) Vikings (From Ravens) Smith, Harrison FS 6’2″ 213 Notre Dame 84.5  
30(30) 49ers Jenkins, A.J. WR 6’0″ 192 Illinois 78.7  
31(31) Buccaneers (From Patriots through Broncos) Martin, Doug RB 5’9″ 223 Boise St. 86.0  
32(32) Giants Wilson, David RB 5’10″ 206 Virginia Tech 85.0
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December 4, 2010; Pasadena, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Richard Brehaut (12) runs the ball away from Southern California Trojans defensive end Nick Perry (8) during the second half at the Rose Bowl. final Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-US PRESSWIRE

Nick Perry …

Ted Thompson saw the writing on the wall, going defense … the biggest team need. Nick Perry was mentioned among the best outside linebackers and will complement Clay Matthews on the other side. Two USC guys

 

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]]> It’s been a rather entertaining first round as the first 20 picks are in the books.

Most notable so far was the pick of Shea McClellin by the Bears. Many are thinking they Bears picked him to keep him from the Packers. It was a solid pick for the Bears and will be a player with the status of a Brian Urhlacher.

Here’s what we have so far:

PICK TEAM PLAYER POS HT WT COLLEGE GRADE WATCH
1(1) Colts Luck, Andrew QB 6’4″ 234 Stanford 97.0  
2(2) Redskins (From Rams) Griffin III, Robert QB 6’2″ 223 Baylor 95.0  
3(3) Browns (From Vikings) Richardson, Trent RB 5’9″ 228 Alabama 93.5  
4(4) Vikings (From Browns) Kalil, Matt OT 6’6″ 306 USC 94.0  
5(5) Jaguars (From Buccaneers) Blackmon, Justin WR 6’1″ 207 Oklahoma St. 93.5  
6(6) Cowboys (From Redskins through Rams) Claiborne, Morris CB 5’11″ 188 LSU 91.5  
7(7) Buccaneers (From Jaguars) Barron, Mark SS 6’1″ 213 Alabama 90.0  
8(8) Dolphins Tannehill, Ryan QB 6’4″ 221 Texas A&M 87.0  
9(9) Panthers Kuechly, Luke ILB 6’3″ 242 Boston College 91.0
10(10) Bills Gilmore, Stephon CB 6’0″ 190 South Carolina 87.2
11(11) Chiefs Poe, Dontari DT 6’3″ 346 Memphis 89.0  
12(12) Eagles (From Seahawks) Cox, Fletcher DT 6’4″ 298 Mississippi St. 89.5  
13(13) Cardinals Floyd, Michael WR 6’3″ 220 Notre Dame 89.5  
14(14) Rams (From Cowboys) Brockers, Michael DT 6’5″ 322 LSU 87.0  
15(15) Seahawks (From Eagles) Irvin, Bruce DE 6’3″ 245 West Virginia 80.0  
16(16) Jets Coples, Quinton DE 6’6″ 284 North Carolina 88.0  
17(17) Bengals (From Raiders) Kirkpatrick, Dre CB 6’1″ 186 Alabama 87.2  
18(18) Chargers Ingram, Melvin DE 6’1″ 264 South Carolina 90.5  
19(19) Bears McClellin, Shea DE 6’3″ 260 Boise St. 84.5  
20(20) Titans Wright, Kendall WR 5’10″ 196 Baylor 88.5
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