Some Post NFL Combine Notes

Haden Dissapoints - Joe Haden ran his 40 time and for someone who is supposed to be an elite corner, his 4.57 time today was a huge dissappointment. I look for Haden to run well at his pro day while keeping himself atop the 2010 cornerbacks.

You May Run Like Mays... - Taylor Mays had a great 40 time clocked by some in the 4.2's but most had him in the low 4.3's. He also had a 41" vertical jump.

Berry Runs, Jumps and Benches Like Mays - Eric Berry, who I've pimed non-stop on this blog posted a blazing 4.4 40 and out jumped Mays in both the Vertical 43" and a Broad of 10'10"

Jacoby Ford is FAAAASSST - Ford ran a 4.28 40. Browns are looking for speed at the WR position. This could be a great pick if he's there in the 3rd.

6 RB's ran sub 4.5 40's - With speed being a big factor this year 6 RB's ran lower than 4.5 and the BIG backs were lighting it up with times in the 4.5's and low 4.6's. I like the thought of a big back like that.

Also in Free Agent news, The Jets cut Thomas Jones, who although is 32 I would love to see come to Cleveland. Don't forget Mangini is the one that brought him to New York. I'll take his 1400 yards/year.

Senior Bowl: Final Thoughts

Can we please get Brandon Graham? As a Michigan fan, Eric was pimping this guy to me all last season. I finally got a chance to see him play watching the Ohio State-Michigan game this past November and he immediately jumps out at you. His motor never stops. He draws a lot of comparisons to Lamaar Woodley because they both played DE at Michigan, but he reminds me a lot of Dwight Freeney in terms of his motor. He is non-stop. Not only can he rush the QB, but he is very strong and is sound against the run too.

BG continued to toss the South tackles around like rag dolls in the second half, picking up another sack a forced fumble and game MVP honors. I doubt we would take him as high as 7 but perhaps if we are able to trade down in the first or trade back into the first, he will be a solid OLB in the NFL. Lets just pray Pittsburgh or Baltimore don't take him. He's a BEAST.

Tebow's performance in this game was lackluster. Facing the toughest competition of his career, Tebow looked lost at times. When plays broke down he lacked the speed to outrun defenders and looked very ordinary. Granted its hard to get into an offensive rhythm when you are constantly switching QBs (where have a heard THAT song before?), Tebow struggled and he will be a project on the next level.

As far as quarterbacks go, Dan LeFevour of Central Michigan and Zac Robinson of Oklahoma State stood out the most. They showed good ability to move in the pocket, keep plays alive when the pocket broke down and moved the ball fairly well on offense. LeFevour, which is French for "The Fevour" is intriguing as he was extremely productive over his career. Let's keep an eye on him.

Marty Gilyard - WR (Cincinnati) showed some ability (sorry for the Crennelism there). While he might not have top end speed he's very shifty and quick in and out of his breaks and is very adept at creating separation. His Senior Bowl performance likely elevated his draft status to the 2nd round.

The North defense beat up the South offense throughout the game. We'll continue breaking down the Senior Bowl and the prospects as we head towards the Scouting Combine which is less than a month away!