re: The case for trading up: 9 picks, only 5 or 6 drafted players will be useful...

Randy Gregory - short shuttle time 4.23

Martez Wilson - short shuttle time 4.28

Randy Gregory - 40 yard dash 4.64

Martez Wilson - 40 yard dash 4.49

Randy Gregory (OLB)
HT: 6'5" WT: 235LBS.
POSITION: OLB
SCHOOL: Nebraska
ARM LENGTH: 34"
HANDS: 10"

Martez Wilson (LB31)
HT: 6'4" WT: 250LBS.
POSITION: OLB
SCHOOL: Illinois
ARM LENGTH: 34 5/8"
HANDS: 9 3/4"

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A 3-4 outside linebacker with the length, toughness and closing burst to immediately help a run defense. Gregory could stand to add more weight to his frame and needs plenty of technique work and a patient coach for his pass-rush skill to match his traits. Gregory's draft stock has been clouded with a positive drug test at the combine to go with failed tests for marijuana while at Nebraska. High-ceiling, low-floor prospect.

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Wilson is a pretty impressive physical specimen with good measurables. Probably projects best as a strong side outside linebacker in a 4-3. At that position, should be able to hold outside contain using his long arms and strength to keep tight ends off his body against the run, and jam at the line or pressure the quarterback in passing situations. Is susceptible to good ball handling and doesn't show good awareness dropping into coverage. Has character flags and endurance has been questioned. However, Wilson's frame, straight-line speed, and upside will likely entice a franchise to select him on Day 2.

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Randy Gregory

Martez Wilson