Mel Kiper Jr's 2014 NFL Big Board

[h=1]Big Board has close call at No. 1[/h][h=3]Louisville QB falls from top five while Gilbert and Dennard enter Mel's ranks[/h]By Mel Kiper Jr. | ESPN Insider

The regular season is behind us, and while prospects at or near the top of the rankings may feel pretty good about their draft position, they can be assured that making it through the college football season is just half the battle. For those who choose to enter the draft, the postseason evaluation process begins now. Preparation for the combine, pro days, interviews with numerous teams -- it's all about to get going. And it's crucial.
Look at last year's draft. By my count, four of the top five picks in the draft made dramatic strides after the season was over. Some guys shined in the Senior Bowl, while others put on a show at the combine and then backed it up at a pro day. But it's rare to see a guy near the top of the draft who disappointed in those settings. As I've said, the videotape from the season matters a great deal, but so do environments where you can be judged objectively next to your peers. For the NFL draft class of 2014, that begins soon.
As always, scouting reports remain similar week to week, with updates on matchups. Asterisks denote juniors; two asterisks denote redshirt sophomores.
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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Jadeveon Clowney *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 2/14/93
HT: 6-6
WT: 265
POS: DE

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Sack 3.0
Int 0

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->His stock is still in good shape even after a disappointing season in terms of production. That's because the gifts are so obvious. Clowney has the quickness to beat people at the point of attack, the power to run through blockers, and the speed to pursue all over. He's not just an edge rusher looking to quickly turn the corner -- he doesn't even bend that well. He beats average tackles both inside and outside with his first step. Now, greater scrutiny arrives.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Anthony Barr


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 3/18/92
HT: 6-4
WT: 244
POS: OLB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 63
Sack 10.0
Int 0

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->A true challenge to Clowney as the top defender, and could be preferred to him depending on the scheme. A disruptive force even with added attention, Barr has become a better and more complete player. He's a good pass-rusher, using quick feet and hands to free himself, and he's disciplined. I love his pursuit when the play runs away from him. A former fullback, he has a powerful lower half and has a long frame and reach.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Jake Matthews


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 2/11/92
HT: 6-5
WT: 305
POS: OT

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->GP 12
GS 12

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->The top left tackle on the board, but he'll have competition to hold on to this spot. Matthews has a ton of experience and a feisty, competitive nature. He's an intense worker and has great NFL bloodlines; his father, brother and two cousins have played in the league. Has strong skills as both a pass-protector and a finisher in the run game, where you can see a nasty streak.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Khalil Mack


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 2/22/91
HT: 6-3
WT: 248
POS: OLB

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Sack 11.0
Int 3

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->You can knock Mack due to his competition, but to appreciate him, you really have to watch him play and see how he lines up all over and can do everything. He is versatile and capable of rushing the passer with quickness and power, dropping into coverage, and shedding tackles and making plays in the open field. He uses proper leverage to take on blocks and drive people back, and uses quickness and strong hands to shed. Plays with a great motor, but smart.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->C.J. Mosley


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 6/19/92
HT: 6-2
WT: 232
POS: LB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 100
Sack 0
Int 0

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->An ideal linebacker for the modern game, Mosley has the versatility and great cover skills that will make him an appealing talent in any scheme. He flies to the ball, tackles well, and scrapes effectively, getting off blocks to make a ton of plays; now he simply needs to get a bit stronger and show leverage going downhill against the run. Could be best on the weak side; he gets past blocks and chases everything down (or simply beats people to the ball).


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Sammy Watkins *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 6/14/93
HT: 6-1
WT: 205
POS: WR

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Rec 85
Yds 1,237
Avg 14.6
TD 10

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Watkins still has the same explosiveness that jumped off the videotape during his freshman year, turning catches on the edges or across the middle into big plays with his speed and agility. He also powers through tackles and does a good job of working back to the ball to become a big factor when plays break down. He is extremely explosive, both before and after the catch. He has strong hands and uses his strength to beat defenders to the ball.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Teddy Bridgewater *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 11/10/92
HT: 6-3
WT: 218
POS: QB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Comp 268
Att 382
Pct 70.2
Yds 3,523
TD 28
Int 4

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Bridgewater is poised, smart, a consistent player and leader, and is the guy most regularly making NFL throws with timing and anticipation. He has a good blend of arm strength to drive the ball into tight windows, and the sense of when to take some heat off the ball. He's very catchable. He has good poise and increased polish. He moves his eyes quickly and often scans the whole field. When he sees a target, he has a quick release, plenty of arm strength, and good ball placement.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Marqise Lee *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 11/25/91
HT: 6-1
WT: 195
POS: WR

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Rec 50
Yds 673
Avg 13.5
TD 2

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Lee is a great prospect because he has so many NFL-ready traits. A team can draft him with the belief that he'll make an impact in Week 1, which is a rarity at wide receiver. He has good speed, both in the short area and to beat defenders deep; he is an effective route-runner, makes most routine catches, and can play bigger than his size to make the spectacular ones. He's physical and extremely dangerous after the catch and will run through many arm tackles.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Stephon Tuitt *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 5/23/93
HT: 6-6
WT: 315
POS: DE

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 45
Sack 6.0
Int 1

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Tuitt has a great combination of size and quickness, and I've compared him to a young Richard Seymour when Tuitt is playing at his best because you can line him up anywhere across the defensive line and he'll bring production. He offers tremendous burst and power and the ability to work inside or outside and create pressure. Teams looking for a penetrating 3-4 DE will like his potential, but when healthy he can also provide a pass rush as a 4-3 DE, which is saying something for someone playing at about 320 pounds.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Louis Nix III *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 7/21/91
HT: 6-3
WT: 326
POS: DT

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 27
Sack 0
Int 0

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Guys like this are such a rare commodity. Nix is occasionally moved too easily and loses gap control, but at his best he has the rare size and strength to handle a zero-technique role -- keeping multiple blockers occupied and eating up two gaps, making life easy for linebackers cleaning up against the run. But he's not limited to that because he can really move, at least a lot better than you'd expect from a player his size. He's not incapable of getting upfield into the pocket.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Eric Ebron *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 4/10/93
HT: 6-4
WT: 245
POS: TE

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Rec 55
Yds 895
Avg 16.3
TD 3

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Another in that class of tight end that every team wants to offer a constant matchup problem. He has the length and flexibility to haul in anything you throw his way, can be split out, and can make plays after the catch. Has the size to overwhelm cornerbacks and most safeties, and also good burst and above-average straight-line speed. He can go up and get the ball and does a good job of catching it with his hands away from his body. Great body control allows him to haul in errant throws. A QB's best friend.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Greg Robinson **


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 10/21/92
HT: 6-5
WT: 320
POS: OT

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->GP 13
GS 13

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Has risen more than any prospect this season, and may not be done. Brought in as a guard, Robinson started at left tackle in the SEC as a redshirt freshman and held his own. This year, he's been dominant, with increased strength making him closer to that complete package as a left tackle. He moves really well, with a powerful lower half that makes him tough to push backward; he has long arms and delivers a punch. He gets a good push in the run game and can get out in front. Could become a special player at tackle.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Johnny Manziel **


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 12/6/92
HT: 6-0
WT: 206
POS: QB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Comp 270
Att 391
Pct 69.1
Yds 3,732
TD 33
Int 13

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->A fiery competitor, you see it in how he plays; Manziel's attitude is that the play is never really over. He's an improviser and a gifted playmaker. Will that translate to the next level? Yes, because a QB who can turn negative plays into positive ones has real value, and Manziel is plenty capable of executing the scripted stuff, too. He sees the whole field, has tremendous touch and would deliver strikes with more velocity if he kept his feet underneath him consistently. Height will always be a question, but he has proved it won't stop him.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Vic Beasley *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 7/8/92
HT: 6-3
WT: 235
POS: LB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 35
Sack 12.0
Int 0

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Wasn't quite the force late that he was early. Beasley is an impressive talent and will be a good pass-rusher at the next level. He was a running back in high school and has the kind of quickness you'd associate with that position. But he's also extremely powerful in the lower half and can use that leverage to drive a tackle into the backfield. Beasley also has a good variety of pass-rushing skills; he does a good job of ripping his arm through and turning the corner with a good bend.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Ryan Shazier *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 9/6/92
HT: 6-2
WT: 225
POS: OLB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 133
Sack 6.0
Int 0

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Ohio State's best defensive player. Versatile, quick, instinctive and a strong tackler, Shazier can do pretty much everything. He anticipates, plays sideline to sideline, and will track tight ends and running backs in coverage. In the mold of a Lavonte David, Shazier is a linebacker who looks like an oversized safety but does a great job of tracking and making tackles from the weak side.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Timmy Jernigan *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 21
DOB: 9/24/92
HT: 6-2
WT: 298
POS: DT

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 54
Sack 5.0
Int 0

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Not out of the mix to land in the top 10. Good quickness for a man his size and a great sense for how to disrupt the run game in particular. He could be quicker off the snap -- maybe it's just anticipation -- but he makes up for it. Once he's in motion, he has good burst, power and improved hand use to free himself. He's a former defensive end who brings a lot of quickness to the inside. He moves easily and can occasionally shoot gaps, or move laterally and scrape with pace and get down the line.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Brett Hundley **


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 6/15/93
HT: 6-3
WT: 222
POS: QB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Comp 232
Att 342
Pct 67.8
Yds 2,845
TD 22
Int 9

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Hundley could return to college, and that would put another damper on the QB class. He is supremely gifted when it comes to raw tools -- his arm strength is obvious, and he might be ahead of schedule as an improviser when things break down. He'll just want to improve his command on throws; he's accurate but can be erratic with ball placement. He does a good job and is ahead of schedule with his pocket presence, his ability to climb instead of retreat, and his sense of how to move away from pressure with his eyes downfield.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Ifo Ekpre-Olomu *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 7/10/93
HT: 5-10
WT: 190
POS: CB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 78
Sack 0
Int 3

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->I haven't adjusted my scouting report on him at all this season, as he's continued to play well and to show off great traits for the position. Explosive out of his backpedal and a willing hitter; he plays with the physical nature of a strong safety when he tackles. He anticipates well and cracks down on plays in front of him, has really good reaction skills, and can put his foot in the ground and jump routes. Knows how to break up passes without drawing flags.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Carlos Hyde


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 9/20/91
HT: 6-0
WT: 242
POS: RB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Att 183
Yds 1,408
Avg 7.7
TD 14

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->I added him last week as his run of production continued. Hyde has a great combination of elite size for the position plus quick feet and an ability to accelerate quickly through the hole. He's devastating on the second level because he has a downhill style that makes him a punishing runner who can run through and bounce off contact. Has above-average hands and can catch what you throw his way.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Taylor Lewan


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 7/22/91
HT: 6-8
WT: 308
POS: OT

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->GP 12
GS 12

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Has put together a steady year and maintains the first-round grade he had at this time last season. He's been the steadiest player on a young line that had a lot of ups and downs. Lewan is long, with above-average athleticism. He has added power and a mean streak as a run-blocker, and he moves and kicks out well in pass-protection. Lewan can slow down the game (in a good way) with his awareness and experience.


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<!-- PLAYER RANK -->21
<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Justin Gilbert


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 11/7/91
HT: 6-0
WT: 200
POS: CB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 40
Sack 0
Int 6

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Has put together a great season after a subpar 2012. Has short-area quickness to adjust to routes and the open-field speed to run with (or past) any receiver. Has the size to jam at the line, and can then flip his hips and run -- he rarely allows much separation. Good ball skills and hands, evident both in coverage and in the return game. Squarely back into the first-round mix.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Cyrus Kouandjio *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 7/21/93
HT: 6-6
WT: 311
POS: OT

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->GP 12
GS 12

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Has the massive size, long arms and good feet that in part define the best at the position, and when he puts it all together he can dominate. Just needs to be consistent. Has the long reach to keep rushers at bay, but needs to use his arms to punch a little better and get pass-rushers off balance. A really good run-blocker, he's only going to get stronger. Needs to stay balanced and use his hands better and fulfill his potential. Could be drafted before he turns 21.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Ha Ha Clinton-Dix *


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 20
DOB: 12/21/92
HT: 6-1
WT: 208
POS: S

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 44
Sack 0
Int 2

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Takes away the middle and makes plays to the edges. He's instinctive and fluid; he reads the quarterback well and can accelerate or turn quickly to make plays in any direction. What he isn't yet is very physical, and I'd never call him a "big hitter" at this point, but that's not such a bad thing because the way the position is played is changing, and you need great coverage more than an enforcer.


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<!-- PLAYER RANK -->24
<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Trent Murphy


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 12/22/90
HT: 6-6
WT: 261
POS: LB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 58
Sack 14
Int 1

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->A versatile edge defender who can stand up and rush the passer or drop into coverage, but can also play with his hand on the ground and push the tackle or get by him with decent bend. Plays with a great motor and intelligence to sniff out slower-developing plays. A strong finisher when he has a ball carrier or QB in his sights.


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<!-- PLAYER NAME -->Darqueze Dennard


<!-- BEGIN BIO INFO -->AGE: 22
DOB: 10/10/91
HT: 5-11
WT: 197
POS: CB

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<!-- BEGIN STATS -->Tkl 59
Sack 0
Int 4

<!-- END STATS --><!-- BEGIN ANALYSIS -->Versatile and skilled in almost any area of coverage, Dennard can play up and redirect routes, or off in zone and make plays in front of him. He'll play a really tight man-to-man, and he turns his head well to avoid penalties that could be called if he didn't show ball awareness based on how tight he can play in coverage. Has a nice burst and will rush the passer effectively when asked to blitz. Good tackler.

Any team in need of a QB that passes on Bridgewater will regret it. He's going to make a great pro. Haven't seen a quarterback this ready for NFL stardom in a long time.

Really surprised Lee is that high, had such an underwhelming year.

I do like Watkins and Ebron though.

Have no clue about anyone who isn't a skill position guy really

Jake T. said:

Any team in need of a QB that passes on Bridgewater will regret it. He's going to make a great pro. Haven't seen a quarterback this ready for NFL stardom in a long time.

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are you kidding me jake???? he will not make a good QB in the nfl,he is undersized and his skills that he had are gone.mel finally did something right by dropping him down

thekeyman said:

are you kidding me jake???? he will not make a good QB in the nfl,he is undersized and his skills that he had are gone.mel finally did something right by dropping him down

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Undersized? He's 6'3"... If he packs on 10 pounds of muscle he'll be about what Tom Brady is.

The guy was throwing behind a poor offensive line this season (barely had anyone coming back from last year) and his best receiver, DeVante Parker, was far less than 100% for over half the year. Not sure why you think the skills he had are gone considering he improved his QB rating by 10 points while throwing 28 touchdowns to just 4 interceptions. Completed over 70% of his passes.

I love the guy. He can make all the throws and moves around the pocket well. Bridgewater didn't have good protection this year but he still excelled.

by undersized i was refering to him being 185-190 lbs,and i just didn't like his body language the last 4 games of the season and have a feeling that he is not going to be what some may think,...jmo,..no need to get over excited pal,lol

thekeyman said:

by undersized i was refering to him being 185-190 lbs,and i just didn't like his body language the last 4 games of the season and have a feeling that he is not going to be what some may think,...jmo,..no need to get over excited pal,lol

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Haha everyone always thinks I'm pissed off online. I'm not, I just like to argue a bit.

We'll see how he pans out but I haven't seen one thing I don't like about the guy. Plus I like these guys who have to work to make throws as opposed to guys in Oklahoma State/Baylor/Houston quarterback-friendly offenses or guys like Mariota at Oregon who have all day to throw.

thekeyman said:

are you kidding me jake???? he will not make a good QB in the nfl,he is undersized and his skills that he had are gone.mel finally did something right by dropping him down

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I'm going to make a bold statement and I just changed my mind on this. I'd take Manziel over Bridgewater right now.

Kid has the "it" factor. Has been the biggest CFB play maker I've seen in a very long time.

Enfuego said:

I'm going to make a bold statement and I just changed my mind on this. I'd take Manziel over Bridgewater right now.

Kid has the "it" factor. Has been the biggest CFB play maker I've seen in a very long time.

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I think Manziel could make a decent pro but he plays in an offense where quarterbacks put up huge numbers and he's not statistically better than Case Keenum was (Sumlin coached both guys with his offensive system). Manziel's interceptions scare me. Makes too many bad throws to go along with the good ones.

Jake T. said:

Haha everyone always thinks I'm pissed off online. I'm not, I just like to argue a bit.

We'll see how he pans out but I haven't seen one thing I don't like about the guy. Plus I like these guys who have to work to make throws as opposed to guys in Oklahoma State/Baylor/Houston quarterback-friendly offenses or guys like Mariota at Oregon who have all day to throw.

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i know what ya mean jake,and in his last game he won me a nice buck as i had futures on louisville to win over 10 games and had them -2.5 vs cincy,so that final game i had a lot of interest on him and the team and both tickets won,so its not like he wasn't on my radar at all,...lol

Anyone's opinion of Bridgewater change after the bowl? He was phenomenal and made throws other college quarterbacks can only dream about.

Jake T. said:

Anyone's opinion of Bridgewater change after the bowl? He was phenomenal and made throws other college quarterbacks can only dream about.

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I would take Manziel over Bridgewater. Just my opinion.

Jake T. said:

Anyone's opinion of Bridgewater change after the bowl? He was phenomenal and made throws other college quarterbacks can only dream about.

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I didn't see the game Jake so I can't really comment but by the score it would indicate that he must have had a good game

Enfuego said:

I would take Manziel over Bridgewater. Just my opinion.

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And I would take anyone over Maziel, kid has bust written all over him.

NickPappagiorgio said:

And I would take anyone over Maziel, kid has bust written all over him.

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Have watched he kid over the last two years as you have and he's got the "it" factor. Makes every play week in and week out. He'll put asses in the seats and bring excitement to any franchise he goes to.

Bridgewater leading the comeback tonight! STUD!!!

Bortles is the man and will be a great choice for jags

Jake T. said:

Bridgewater leading the comeback tonight! STUD!!!

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Teddy B is a baller. Can't believe he slid so far in the draft. Best accuracy I've seen out of a college qb. 16/20, 177, 2tds, 136.9 qb rating. Dudes gonna be special.

thekeyman said:

are you kidding me jake???? he will not make a good QB in the nfl,he is undersized and his skills that he had are gone.mel finally did something right by dropping him down

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