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Matthews v. Cushing v. Jenkins
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:04 pm
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:04 pm
Assuming that Wells and Moreno are off the board by the 14th pick. Which defensive player would you like to see the whodats take?
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Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:09 pm to PurpleHaze583
if we pick at 14 definitely Cushing...he's my number 1 at this point
I'd also prefer him exponentially to Moreno or Wells
I'd also prefer him exponentially to Moreno or Wells
This post was edited on 4/18/09 at 12:10 pm
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:11 pm to St Augustine
I agree. Both LB prospects are physical freaks that would make an immediate impact. I dont think Jenkins would live up to 14th overall hype. And I dont think he would start this year.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:14 pm to PurpleHaze583
of the 3 USC guys...I think Cushing because... Rey would make two boneheaded plays (out of position, etc) for every huge play. Matthews is definitely intriguing and has a pretty high ceiling possibly but the 1 year starter thing always scares me. I think Cushing is the safest pick.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:51 pm to St Augustine
I like Cushing if we stay at 14. I would still prefer to trade down and take Laurinitus. (I know I spelled that one wrong.)
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:53 pm to LSUlefty
yeah, I do to, that guy Cushing would be a natrural at the weakside for the Saints.
This post was edited on 4/18/09 at 12:57 pm
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:56 pm to tubucoco
Cushing is bad and on roids
Matthews is on roids and a one year wonder
Rey plays MLB.
The obvious answer for smart people is Jenkins.
Also Moreno and Wells won't be off the board. Likely both will be there.
Matthews is on roids and a one year wonder
Rey plays MLB.
The obvious answer for smart people is Jenkins.
Also Moreno and Wells won't be off the board. Likely both will be there.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:57 pm to tubucoco
quote:
I would still prefer to trade down and take Laurinitus
I would hate to see us pick him. Out of the three I'd go with Cushing at 14. I still think we'd be able to trade back and still be able to pick one of the three which would be ideal imo.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 12:59 pm to LSUlefty
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take Laurinitus.
1) MLB
2) He is a slightly better version of Scott Shanle.*
*His best skill in the NFL will be jumping on piles after the player is already tackled.
This post was edited on 4/18/09 at 1:04 pm
Posted on 4/18/09 at 1:03 pm to LSUtigahs28
quote:
*His best skill in the NFL will be jumping piles after the player is already tackled.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 1:10 pm to tbrig3211
I'd take Cushing, then Jenkins, then Matthews even IF Wells and Moreno were on the board. There are veteran running backs already available plus there will be power backs available in the 4th rd.
Our offense will be okay---we need more playmakers on defense.
Our offense will be okay---we need more playmakers on defense.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 1:11 pm to tbrig3211
when you quote some one, make sure you log on the right person.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 3:24 pm to tubucoco
IMO, Cushing is a riskier pick than Matthews. He's had problems staying healthy. Matthews worked his arse off to get into a starting position and then excelled once he got the chance. He clearly has a good work ethic and has the physical tools as well. I wouldn't mind taking Jenkins. Matthews, Jenkins, and Cushing would the order I'd go with, with Cushing a clear step behind the first two because of durability issues.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 3:38 pm to dnwsr
Cushing is just an absolute FREAK. he's a solid football player, but I dunno about this workout freak trend nowadays. look at vernon gholston last year. I think orakpo could turn out like that (and I'm a UT fan) Cushing might turn out to be a star, but he is definitely a risk
Posted on 4/18/09 at 4:07 pm to MShorn
Cushin has been linked to roids. Matthews was a one year wonder but he does have heart. Jenkins would probably be converted to a safety. I say trade down, draft Beanie or Knowshon and with the second round pick we get in the trade, pick William Moore from Missouri.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 4:11 pm to tiger band trumpet
Would love to trade back to pick #20 with Detroit and pick up their 3rd rounder or with Buffalo's pick #28 and their 2nd rounder. Pick #28 would be great for Sean Smith and then in the 2nd round grab BPA even if it is a RB or DE.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 6:40 pm to PurpleHaze583
Trade down regardless of who is available. The Saints have so many needs and could use another pick either in the second or two in the third. Jenkins is not the answer. Neither is Cushing or Matthews.
This post was edited on 4/18/09 at 6:44 pm
Posted on 4/18/09 at 7:20 pm to coloneltiger
My main thing with Wells is I think he is actually worthy of the 14th pick. I just don't value those LBs or Jenkins that high.
If an elite OT was there it would probably be the best pick.
If an elite OT was there it would probably be the best pick.
Posted on 4/18/09 at 7:33 pm to coloneltiger
[link=(Trade down regardless of who is available. The Saints have so many needs and could use another pick either in the second or two in the third. Jenkins is not the answer. Neither is Cushing or Matthews.)]LINK[/link]
I fully agree!
I fully agree!
Posted on 4/18/09 at 8:49 pm to Survivor 2010
I posted this on a Saints forum recently.
Trading down for Laurinaitis is the way to go in my book.
James Laurinaitis
6'-2" 244
40 yard dash 4.72
3-Cone Drill 6.81
Career tackles = 375
Career sacks = 13
Career Interceptions = 9
Clay Matthews
6'-3" 240
40 yard dash 4.58
3-Cone Drill 6.90
Career tackles = 96
Career Sacks =5.5
Career Interceptions = 0
Brian Cushing
6'-3" 243
40 yard dash 4.66
3-Cone Drill 6.84
Career tackles = 178
Career Sacks = 8.5
Career Interceptions = 1
When the measurables are this close why not take the more productive player?
Other guys may be a tad faster in shorts but I'll take the guy who is fast with the pads on.
Trading down for Laurinaitis is the way to go in my book.
James Laurinaitis
6'-2" 244
40 yard dash 4.72
3-Cone Drill 6.81
Career tackles = 375
Career sacks = 13
Career Interceptions = 9
Clay Matthews
6'-3" 240
40 yard dash 4.58
3-Cone Drill 6.90
Career tackles = 96
Career Sacks =5.5
Career Interceptions = 0
Brian Cushing
6'-3" 243
40 yard dash 4.66
3-Cone Drill 6.84
Career tackles = 178
Career Sacks = 8.5
Career Interceptions = 1
When the measurables are this close why not take the more productive player?
Other guys may be a tad faster in shorts but I'll take the guy who is fast with the pads on.
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