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2012 NFL Draft Scouting Reports ~ Beasts + Busts!!

3/20/2012

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Fiendish Scouting Reports ~ CornerBacks!!

3/18/2012

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Fiendish Grades

Super Beast ~ Elite!!
Beast ~ Top Shelf!!
Stud Horse ~ Superior Caliber!!
Starter ~ Starter!!
Potential Starter ~ Potential Starter!!
Role Player ~ Role Player!!
Reserve ~ Reserve!!
Fringe Reserve ~ BorderLine Roster Guy!!
Long Shot ~ Probable Camp Fodder!!
Dark Horse ~ Moon Shot!!

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Fiendish "Market" Grades ~ By Color!!

Super Sleeper!!
Sleeper!!
Steal!!
Deal!!
Fair Value!!
Over Rated!!
Bust!!

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FiendSpeak!!

Diagnostic Acuity ~ Analytical Prowess: FootBall Smarts!!
Processing Speed ~ Reading + Reacting Rapidity!!
Launch Velocity ~ Burst off the Snap!!
Dexterity ~ Adeptness with the Hands!!
Torsion ~ Explosiveness from an Angle + Burst out of Breaks!!
Verticity ~ Sharpness of the Turn + Burn ~ Flip of the Hip!!
Navigation/Working The Field ~ Ability to Get Open!!
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Grizzlies ~ Offensive Lineman + Defensive Linemen ~ except classic 43 Ends!!
Flex Ends ~ Hybrid Beasts: Rob Gronkowski
Wing Backs ~ Hybrid Freaks: Aaron "The Navigator" Hernandez
MidFielders ~ Middle LineBackers
(Defensive) Flankers ~ Outside LineBackers

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CornerBacks

When I evaluate CornerBacks, Fluidity, Burst, Lateral Agility...all these things matter, as do others.

But for me, it all comes down to Verticity, Verticity, Verticity!!

How smooth, how sharp, how crisp...is the Corner when it comes to Flipping the Hips...to Turning and Burning??

And I don't give a rat's ass about "Ball Skills"...and not too much about "40" Times!!

All the Scouting Reports that follow are my own opinions, and are becoming increasingly so, as I become increasingly comfortable with the process...But they are also heavily ~ and shamelessly!! ~ influenced by the words of wisdom I've read from the Murderer's Row of Great Sites that I list in the upper right corner of this Page. All Reports from those Sites are directly Linked under each Prospect, and I heartily encourage you to visit each and every one of them!! I have never been approached by a single one of them to pimp or promote their Sites in any way, and I give you my solemn Oath that each and every one of them are represented here purely on their own Merits!! ~ The Fiend

Prospect

Market Value

Fiendish Value

Analysis

Morris Claiborne
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5.11/189

Dre KirkPatrick
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6.2/186

Stephon Gilmore
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6.0/189

Janoris Jenkins
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5.10/192

Alfonzo Dennard
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5.10/204

Jayron Hosley
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5.10/180

Josh Robinson
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5.10/200

Brandon Boykin
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5.09/182

Dwight Bentley
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5.10/182

Leonard Johnson
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5.10/196

Chase MinniField
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5.10/183

Jamell Fleming
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5.11/207

Trumaine Johnson
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6.2/204

Omar Bolden
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5.10/201

Casey Hayward
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5.11/185

Josh Norman
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6.0/198

Shaun Prater
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5.10/189

Coryell Judie
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6.0/195

Asa Jackson
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5.10/192

Desmond Marrow
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6.2/210

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Super Beast!! Not much to say, here: Morris Claiborne commands phenomenal Verticity, turning and burning like he was born to flip his hips!!

He's explosive out'f'is Breaks.

He commands the Core Strength and Fluidity to consistently harass and rough up Split Ends off the Line.

And he's an aggressive Run Defender.

This is a dream Corner Back, and even for the 3rd Pick in the Draft, should he go that early, he'll be a Steal!!

Beast!! I will hedge that by saying that as a Press Corner, Dre KirkPatrick might be good, not great.

He brings great Core Strength to the table, mind you, and is very physical off the Line, but his Fluidity isn't all that remarkable, and he doesn't exhibit very explosive Torsion out'f'is Breaks.

As a Zone Corner, though, he should be exceptional: He commands outstanding Diagnostic Acuity and Processing Speed, smooth Verticity to Turn + Burn, and his length is a great asset in completing plays.

And he's a phenomenal Tackler in Run Support.

Assuming he's drafted by a team that plays a lot of Zone, he should be extraordinary. Fair Value!!

Stud Horse!! Stephon Gilmore doesn't consistently display impressive Verticity, yet on tape and at the Combine ~ where he burned a sweet 661 on the 3 Cone, to say nothing of a 394 on the Short Shuttle ~ he clearly exhibits Raw Verticity: a natural Fluidity that usually only requires Discipline and Dedication to convert into Turn + Burn prowess.

When and if he brings develops that, he should become a workable Zone Corner.

As it is, he commands enough Core Strength and Tenacity off the Line to jam Split Ends, and both the impressive Lateral Agility and Fluidity to stick with them well enough to become a superior Press Corner.

And he's an aggressive Run Defender.

He has some work to do, but he looks like a starting caliber Man Corner who should develop into a very effective one, and who should in fact become a decent Zone Corner, as well. Fair Value!!

Beast!! Janoris Jenkins boasts scintillating Verticity, as impressive as anyone's in the Draft Class, even that of Morris Claiborne: He can Turn + Burn with anyone.

His Core Strength is outstanding, and his Fluidity is amazing, but he's so small that he can still be tossed around off the Line. However, he's so freaking Spry that he's never far from his man.

He's a very dubious Run Defender, mind you.

He'll probably always be vulnerable to runs in his Direction, but all told he's got the makings of an outstanding Corner at the next level, and I would say he warrants a Mid-1st Grade. Steal!!

Starter!! Alfonzo Dennard commands sufficient Verticity to succeed at the next level, and enough Core Strength and Fluidity to compete in Press.

But his Mechanics and Dexterity suck.

He is undisciplined and inconsistent.

I don't know: I get a distinctly Terrell Buckley "Feast or Famine" vibe from this fellow, and that is not the kind of player best suited to help build a Championship team.

The talent is there to start, and to excel...But I wouldn't want to be the guy to place a large bet on this guy. I'm sure he'll rack up the stats, but will he really help his team when it counts?? I'm not so sure. OverRated!!

Stud Horse!! Jayron Hosley isn't the largest Corner in the Galaxy, and he has precious little experience playing Press Coverage, anyway, which is just as well.

But as a Zone Corner, he commands outstanding Verticity in the Turn + Burn, and tremendous Processing Speed, Reading + Reacting to Routes.

He's not an especially intimidating Run Defender.

Assuming he gets drafted by a predominantly Zone Defense, or a Cover 2, he should excel. Fair Value!!

Potential Starter!! Truth be told, I believe that Josh Robinson does have tremendous upside: not because of his celebrated "40" time, but because his exhilarating 655 3 Cone and 397 Short Shuttle speak to phenomenal Raw Verticity and Lateral Agility...some portion of which is occasionally evident on Tape.

But his entire Game ~ his Navigational Skills ~ are raw as hell, and he is awful in Press off the Line.

I would love to take a flyer on this kid's potential on Day 3, but in Round 2?? Oh, HELL, no. OverRated!!

Starter!! Brandon Boykin commands a superior level of talent at all the essentials: Veriticity, Core Strength, Fluidity, and Tenacity.

He's a scrappy Press Corner, and he can Turn + Burn in Zone Coverage or in Man.

And he's a willing, albeit sloppy, Run Defender.

Nothing spectacular there, but he's got a good shot at become a superior starter in the NFL. Fair Value!!

Reserve!! Dwight Bentley is hindered by subpar Verticity, dubious Core Strength, poor Lateral Agility, and sketchy Navigational skills.

And he ain't the crispest Run Defender, either.

I wish him well, but I think his stock has been bloated well beyond reason by a scintillating "40" time. He's got a lot of work to do, in my book. OverRated!!

Starter!! Leonard Johnson commands exceptional Verticity on the Turn + Burn, terrific Core Strength and Fluidity in Press, and superior Navigational skills.

He can use work, mind you, especially in Run Defense.

But this is a guy who can play just about anywhere and be ~ or become ~ effective, and I like his chances of earning a starting gig at the next level. Fair Value!!

Starter!! Chase MinniField commands exceptional Verticity on the Turn + Burn, and decent Fluidity and Core Strength in Press Coverage, though he could use some work in Run Defense.

All in all, a starting caliber Corner Prospect. Fair Value!!

Stud Horse!! I really like this kid.

Jamell Fleming brings absolutely outstanding Verticity ~ Turn + Burn Acuity ~ to the table.

His Lateral Agility, his Fluidity, and his Torsion ~ Burst out of Breaks ~ are all excellent.

Mind you: His Run Defense needs work.

And there were academic issues.

But his FootBall IQ is all I care about, and he commands exceptional Diagnostic Acuity + Processing Speed, in Reading + Reacting to Routes.

Jamell Fleming commands tremendous Potential, one of the greatest Corner Values of this entire Class. Steal!!

Beast!! Here we have my favorite Corner Back of the entire Draft...at least at this juncture!!

Trumaine Johnson brings a scintillating fusion of tremendous Verticity ~ Turn + Burn Acuity ~ explosive Torsion ~ Burst out of Breaks ~ and outstanding Diagnostic Acuity + Processing Speed to the Game.

As a former Receiver, he commands highly impressive Instincts for the Passing Game.

He boasts an extraordinary blend of Athleticism, Power, and Size, and while he has little experience in Press Coverage, his potential there ~ or in Zone, if you please!! ~ is immense.

I see 1st Round Potential in this kid. Yet his Market Value, while ascending, is still, inexplicably, in the 3rd or 4th Round range!! Super Sleeper!!

Potential Starter!! Omar Bolden boasts commendable Verticity and Burst out'f Breaks, but his Navigational skills are raw, and he's pretty sketchy in Run Defense.

He has some potential, but has a lot of work to do before he can start at the next level. OverRated!!

Starter!! Casey Hayward lacks sufficient Core Strength and Verticity to excel in Press or Man.

But he exhibits excellent Fluidity in short areas, and commendable Diagnostic Acuity and Processing Speed, all of which makes me think he'd be much more effective in Zone Coverage or a Cover 2.

And within that context, he has a pretty good chance of earning a starting gig. Deal!!

Stud Horse!! Josh Norman is pretty raw, but he offers outstanding Verticity, Fluidity and Core Strength, and his Processing Speed is very impressive, as well!!

There's genuine All Pro Potential, here. Sleeper!!

Potential Starter!! Shaun Prater brings intriguing Athleticism to the table, displaying pretty decent levels of Verticity, Fluidity, and Burst.

However, his Navigational skills are awfully raw, and his Diagnostics and Processing Speed are rough. Even so, there's something to work with, here. Fair Value!!

Starter!! Coryell Judie doesn't command the Core Strength, the Verticity, or the Navigational skills to excel as a Man or Press Corner.

But he's very impressive as a Zone Corner, exhibiting exceptional Fluidity, Burst, + Lateral Agility in short areas, as well as the Diagnostic skill and Processing Speed to effectively read the field and make plays.

He looks like a Zone Starter at the next level. Sleeper!!

Potential Starter!! Asa Jackson is rather raw, of course, and doesn't have much experience in Press, but in Off Coverage, he displayed an impressive fusion of Fluidity, Lateral Agility, and Burst in short areas.

He is a raw Navigator, but offers intriguing skills, and there is starting potential, here, probably as a Zone or Cover 2 Back. Deal!!

Moon Shot!! Desmond Marrow is hindered by awful Dexterity, raw Navigation skills, and dubious Core Strength.

But he does command rather exceptional Fluidity for his size, to which you can add nice Burst as well as impressive Diagnostics and Processing Speed.

Raw as raw can be, but if he can ever harness his raw skills, he could not only eventually earn a starting gig at the next level, he could be a damned good one. Deal!!

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Fiendish Scouting Reports ~ Safeties!!

3/17/2012

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Safeties

The line between Strong Safeties and Free Safeties is becoming increasingly blurred, but there are still generalities:

Strong Safeties are of course more oriented towards Run Support, so with them I'll be paying especially close attention Core Strength, Fluidity, and all that goes into that.

Free Safeties are of course more oriented towards Pass Defense, so there I'll be placing emphasis on Verticity.

Strong Safeties

Prospect

Market Value

Fiendish Value

Analysis

Mark Barron
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6.1/213

Harrison Smith
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6.2/213

Tony Dye
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6.0/200

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2nd-3rd

UFA

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Starter!! Mark Barron's certainly a Thumper. He brings tremendous Core Strength, Vision, and Explosiveness to the table, making him a Force in both Run Defense and the Short Passing Game.

However, I've got concerns about his Athleticism: his Lateral Agility isn't that impressive in the Running Game, which constricts his Range, nor's his Verticity very spry when he needs to Turn + Burn in the Passing Game.

All in all, he is, in my opinion, a good Safety Prospect, not a great one, and benefited from his surroundings.

As such, I think he's somewhat OverRated!!

Beast!! Harrison Smith commands phenomenal Diagnostics+Processing Speed, outstanding Lateral Agility, and spectacular Verticity!!

He Reads + Reacts with lightning speed, constantly getting a jump on almost every play, and then bursts in the right direction to makes things happen.

He boasts excellent Core Strength and Fluidity, as well, and is a reliable tackler.

I believe that Harrison Smith has serious All Pro potential, and is the best Strong Safety in this entire Draft Class. Absolute spectacular Steal!!

Stud Horse!! Tony Dye commands an outstanding collection of skills: tremendous Processing Speed, extraordinary Core Strength, impressive Fluidity, and exceptional Verticity on the Turn + Burn.

In short, he's pretty much a complete Strong Safety.

Because of health concerns, his Market Value has sunk all the way to UFA ~ as best I can assess it ~ but he looked terrific on his Pro Day, last week!!

Even if his true Market Value is as high as Day 3, that is still far below what he warrants!! Super Sleeper!!

Free Safeties

Prospect

Market Value

Fiendish Value

Analysis

George Iloka
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6.4/225

Markelle Martin
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6.1/207

Trulon Henry
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6.0/216

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Potential Starter!! George Iloka exhibits a decent level of Verticity when he Turns + Burns, but it's not overly impressive, and I can't give him very good grades for Diagnostics or Processing Speed, either.

And I'm not thrilled with his Run Support, either. The Core Strength is there, but the Fluidity is not, and his Diagnostics + Processing Speed are indeed subpar.

All in all, I think he can compete, especially with the weak Safety field that currently populates the NFL.

But he might be more of a Sub Pack Specialist: he's cross-trained as a Corner, and as a Nickel + Dime Man Coverage guy against Tight Ends, he could be pretty effective. But I think he'd really struggle to win and to keep a starting gig. OverRated!!

Potential Starter!! Markelle Martin is certainly very fast, makes a big hit from time to time, and shows some definite Savvy out there.

But there isn't much about his Verticity, when he needs to Turn + Burn in Pass Defense, nor in his rather dubious Run Defense, that impresses me.

There's enough Diagnostic Skill, Processing Speed, and Athleticism, though, to say he's got definite starting potential at the next level. Fair Value!!

Starter!!

Trulon Henry is 27.

5 of those 27 were spent in Prison, because he was convicted for Armed Robbery.

And, guess what?? He just took a bullet at 0325 or so ~ The Hour With No Name ~ sometime between the end of Saturday Night and the beginning of Sunday Morning, on November 12th.

Needless to say, he'll be off many Boards.

He won't be off of mine.

Turns out: In REAL life, sometimes smart people do stupid things. And sometimes good people do bad things.

Anybody reading this will be their own judge, but I would sleep well, placing a bet on Trulon Henry.

Everybody on Wisconsin is behind him 100%. He's a leader, and one they're happy to have.

He's committed to his religion, and he's a family man.

And when he got shot during The Hour That Has No Name ~ he and two others ~ he was a random victim ~ a victim who'd just shown up there to help out a team mate who wanted to get out of there.

They say that which does not kill you makes you stronger. That's only true if you've got a resilient Spirit.

Except that Trulon Henry does.

And I believe that an exceptionally resilient young man has emerged from his travails.

Trulon Henry commands tremendous Diagnostics and Processing Speed, and while he's a bit raw, his Verticity ain't bad, and his Burst is exceptional.

He's also a very effective Run Defender, bringing excellent Core Strength and Fluidity, tremendous Discipline, and remarkable Savvy to the table.

For my money, Trulon Henry is a clear starting caliber Strong Safety prospect, and while I'll back'm off one full Round for his age, he still constitutes an outstanding bargain, in my view. I hope he makes it!! Sleeper!!

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Fiendish Scouting Reports ~ MidFielders!!

3/16/2012

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MidFielders!!

When assessing MidFielders ~ that's "Middle LineBacker" to you Earthlings ~ I look for Core Strength and Fluidity as a Prospect works his way through Traffic, I look for Torsion and Verticity ~ explosiveness out of Breaks and both the speed and sharpness of the Turn + Burn ~ and I look, above all, for both Processing Speed ~ Reading + Reacting Rapidly ~ and to Lateral Agility, which I consider far more critical than "40" Speed, and which the Short Shuttle is remarkably usefull in telling us about. Please enjoy!!

Prospect

Market Value

Fiendish Value

Analysis

Luke Kuechly
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6.3/242

Donta HighTower
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6.2/264

Mychal Kendricks
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5.11/240

James Michael Johnson
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6.1/240

Vontaze Burfict
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6.1/247

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Beast!! Luke Kuechly's Core Strength isn't amazing, and he's not the fastest guy on the planet, but he boasts an absolutely mesmerizing fusion of Fluidity, outstanding Lateral Agility, tremendous Diagnostic Acuity, and utterly phenomenal Processing Speed.

I am confident that he's going to be a very effective Pass Defender ~ he commands sharp Verticity, too ~ and as a Run Defender he is a One Man Swarm.

He is going to be...Great. 1st Round Steal!!

Starter!! Donta HighTower commands outstanding Core Strength and exceptional Diagnostic Skills, making him a formidable Run Defender.

He can play inside or out, and is smart enough and quick enough to stay on the field in Pass Defense.

His Fluidity and Lateral Agility aren't too remarkable, and they impose limitations on all aspects of his Game.

He brings a pretty good Pass Rush to the table, as well, when he lines up at Flanker on Passing Downs.

All in all, he looks like a solid starter. Fair Value!!

Starter!! Mychal Kendricks has a couple of concerns: His Size, and his Processing Speed in Pass Defense.

However, he brings an explosive Burst, excellent Core Strength, and an absolutely relentless Motor to the table, and is a brutal Force on the Inside Pass Rush.

He possesses intriguing Raw Athleticism, in that he crushed it on the 3 Cone, but his mediocre time on the Short Shuttle confirmed unremarkable Lateral Agility.

Kendricks is an explosive, hard-hitting Blaster with outstanding Processing Speed in the Run Game.

I've got my concerns about his Pass Defense, but he should be a real Force at the next level. Fair Value!!

Starter!! James Michael Johnson boasts considerable Core Strength and outstanding Processing Speed in Run Defense, though his T Rex Arms hurt him a great deal in shedding Blocks.

He's deficient in Pass Defense, though, due to his remarkably poor Verticity in flipping the hips.

He's very impressive as a Pass Rusher, commanding both an explosive Burst and tremendous Dexterity.

Johnson offers a strong Game, albeit not without issues, and should be able to earn a starting gig at the next level. The 4th Round is a nice Value for that. Deal!!

Boom or Bust!! Ah, the much-maligned Vontaze Burfict. The recent Top 15 Candidate has seen his Market Value collapse, and it's all his own fault.

Burfict brings a mesmerizing set of skills to the table: He commands outstanding Core Strength, phenomenal Burst off the Snap, and a Ferocity that is his, alone.

He boasts superior Fluidity and Lateral Agility, as well, though his Verticity in Pass Defense needs work.

In short, he could become a tremendous MidFielder, or perhaps a phenomenal Flanker, where his dubious Pass Defense chops will be perfectly sufficient.

The problem, of course, is that he's a lunatic.

And he took no responsibility for his awful Senior Season at the Combine, where he graded out hideously in all the Drills. I can't help but wonder if there's something unnatural going on with him, if you know what I mean and I think you do.

Caveat Emptor. Frankly, watching his Market Value collapse might turn out to be the best thing for'm ~ Wake Up Call ~ But I wouldn't want to count on it.

He may quite possibly turn it all around and justify the 1st Round Value he so recently commanded.

But the odds seem perilously long at this point, and his presence might be a disruptive one in a locker room. So, despite an epic collapse in Market Value, I still have to call'm a Late Round Flyer. OverRated!!

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Fiendish Scouting Reports ~ Defensive Flankers!!

3/16/2012

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(Defensive) Flankers ~ OutSide LineBackers!!

I will not try to discern between "43" Flankers and "34" Flankers at this point, as I find the line to be rather fuzzy!!

In case anyone's wondering: I find "LineBacker" to be a term that both shows a distinct lack of appreciation for the importance of MidFielders ~ I include both Flankers and ( Inner) MidFielders in that general term ~ and which is also ridiculously clunky...and that's before adding "OutSide" or "InSide" to it!! So it must go...

With Flankers, I'm looking in at two main aspects of their Games:

1 ~ Run Defense
2 ~ Pass Rush

Pass Defense is of some concern, but is dwarfed by the first two, save in Tampa 2 Prospects, where Pass Defense is in fact more important than Pass Rush at this position. I hope you enjoy!!

Prospect

Market Value

Fiendish Value

Analysis

Mel Ingram
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6.1/264

Courtney Upshaw
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6.2/273

Zach Brown
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6.1/243

Shea McClellin
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6.3/260

LaVonte David
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6.1/234

Bobby Wagner
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6.0/240

Ronnell Lewis
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6.2/252

Sean Spence
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5.11/231

Bruce Irvin
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6.3/245

Josh Kaddu
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6.3/238

Nigel Bradham
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6.2/242

DeMario Davis
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6.2/234

Travis Lewis
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6.1/245

Miles Burris
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6.2/245

Zach Nash
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6.2/252

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Beast!! Mel Ingram is a ferocious Pass Rusher who commands a terrifying fusion of Core Strength, Fluidity, Torsion, Dexterity, and Lateral Agility.

His overall Game is still a bit raw, but his Repertoire of Pass Rush Moves and his Savvy are very impressive.

He's a stout Run Defender as well, all those attributes serving him considerably well in shedding Blockers.

Coming out as a Tackle, he'll have very little experience in Pass Defense, but that is of little import.

Ingram's Market Value is more'n fully warranted. Deal!!

Beast!! Courtney Upshaw commands a really sweet fusion of outstanding Core Strength, combined with remarkable Torsion ~ explosion in tight areas ~ and Lateral Agility, making him a Force in the Pass Rush.

He's a Beast against the Run, combining tremendous Processing Speed with Core Power and Burst to make a lot of plays and consistently complete them.

He looks like a mid to late 1st. Deal!!

Beast!! Zach Brown commands phenomenal Verticity for a Flanker!! That's Turn + Burn Acuity, to you Earthlings, and it speaks to the ability to Flip the Hips and run with Receivers!!

Zach Brown is outstanding at that, and that alone makes him a terrific "43" candidate, and an amazing Tampa 2 Prospect!!

And he's an exceptional Run Defender, commanding an extremely impressive fusion of Core Strength, Fluidity, and Lateral Agility. He's not nearly as physical as you might like to see, though.

His Pass Rush is raw, but the skills are clearly there.

A tremendous prospect, well worth the Squeeze. Deal!!

Beast!! Shea McClellin commands a phenomenal fusion of Core Strength, Explosion, Processing Speed, amazing Passion and Worth Ethic, and Savvy!!

He boasts an impressive Pass Rushing Repertoire, and is a Beast in the Run Game, as well.

He's even showing rapidly developing Verticity, despite being new to the concept of Pass Defending.

It is rare to see such a combination of Power, Strength, Athleticism in all directions, together with such impressive Intelligence and relentless Work Ethic!!

Shea McLellin has risen all the way from UFA land to the Second Round ~ more's the pity!! ~ and even a further ascension all the way to the first Round would be fully warranted, in my view. Steal!!

Beast!! LaVonte David has a somewhat smaller Frame, so he will presumably always have some limitations in both Run Defense and in his Pass Rush.

But he commands an amazing fusion of frightening Launch Velocity, powerfull, coiled Core Strength, incredibly explosive Torsion out of his breaks, sweet Fluidity, tremendous Lateral Agility, and absolutely mesmerizing Verticity ~ Turn + Burn Acuity, to you Earthlings ~ as a Pass Defender.

But all that pales in comparison to the lofty grades he gets for exceptional Diagnostic Acuity and stunning Processing Speed: Young Mister David projects, in my book, as a Master of the Game.

He could play anywhere and contribute consistently and well, but if one were to harness his full potential, it would seem that Will Flanker ~ OutSide LineBacker, Earthlings!! ~ preferably in a Cover 2, would be his best bet.

This guy has "How the hell did such a short, small, slow guy forge such an amazing career??" written all over'm.

...If he doesn't get killed in an head on collision. Steal!!

Starter!! Bobby Wagner brings impressive Verticity to the table in Pass Defense, and has enough Core Strength and Athleticism to make a few plays in Run Defense and in the Pass Rush. Fair Value!!

Starter!! Ronnell Lewis commands an exceptional Burst off the Snap and an outstanding Motor.

His Core Strength isn't anything special, nor is his Athleticism, but there's enough there, combined with his Processing Speed, his Launch Velocity, and his sheer Passion for the Game, to make me think he'll become a solid starter at the next level. Fair Value!!

Starter!! Sean Spence commands tremendous Veriticity in Pass Defense, turning and burning with great acuity, but his Core Strength leaves much to be desired, leaving him vulnerable as a Run Defender.

He does boast exceptional Range, however, and should be a very good fit in a Tampa 2. Fair Value!!

Beast!! Bruce Irvin is, for my money, the most dangerous Pass Rusher in the entire 2012 Draft Class.

He commands frighteningly explosive Launch Velocity.

His Core Strength is only average, but he commands phenomenal Fluidity, Torsion, and Lateral Agility.

He's extremely new to the job, and he shows it, but he already exhibits tremendous Instincts and Diagnostic Acuity, which can only get better as he evolves.

His resume is very thin on Run Defense and Pass Defense. While his mesmerizing natural skills suggest that he could become awfully good at both, growing pains will abound in the early going.

His Past is scary as Hell, bad enough that he'll be off many Boards...But he's scraped and clawed his way out'f the darkness, and he now gets well deserved accolades for his Focus and Passion.

He was over hyped coming into his Senior year, but with his stats having returned to Earth, his Market Value has slid rather emphatically: He's actually looking at the 2nd or 3rd Round, at this point. If he remains that range, he'll be one of the great Steals of the Draft!!

Super Sleeper Beast!!

Reserve!! Josh Kaddu brings exceptional Burst to the table, and excellent Speed, but his Core Strength isn't very good, and his Diagnostic Acuity and Processing Speed are pretty bad. I see him as more of a Reserve at the next level. OverRated!!

Reserve!! Nigel Bradham brings some Speed to the table, but I'm concerned that his lack of Fluidity, combined with deficient Processing Speed when the bullets are flying, will hamstring him. OverRated!!

Beast!! DeMario Davis brings it all: excellent Core Strength, explosive Burst off the Snap, tremendous Fluidity, and absolutely outstanding Processing Speed, Diagnostic Acuity, and Instincts, to say nothing of a relentless Motor!!

He's a force in Run Defense, an effective Pass Rusher, and he commands impressive Verticity when he needs to Turn + Burn in Pass Defense.

He's ascended all the way from UFA to 3rd Rounder, to this point, but even now he's a tremendous bargain at that price, and still under the Radar!! Sleeper!!

Starter!! Travis Lewis is a Smart, Savvy player who reads the field well, anticipates plays, and commands enough Lateral Agility to consistently get there.

He doesn't boast enough Core Strength and Fluidity to avoid getting washed out of some plays, but he gets off a good Burst, and he's persistently around the ball.

He commands exceptional Verticity in Pass Defense, turning and burning quickly with great consistency.

His Day 3 Market Value is a bit of a mystery to me. He bowed out of the Combine, but this seems like an over reaction...and a great Opportunity, if true.

He's been on the radar far too long to be a "Sleeper", but if he really lasts to Day 3, he will be a clear Steal!!

Role Player!! Miles Burris doesn't boast much Fluidity, but he commands terrific Core Strength, explosive Burst off the Snap, remarkable Dexterity, exceptional Instincts and Savvy, and a ferocious Motor.

He's all heart, and he'll make plays for you, both in Run Defense and in the Pass Rush.

He doesn't really have the Veriticity you want in Pass Defense, but his Processing Speed and Burst are outstanding, and make up for a lot.

I may actually be selling the kid short. But he's certainly work a Pick, and will make far more plays than most expect of'm, I think. Deal!!

Potential Starter!! Zach Nash is extremely raw, but he commands a truly intriguing fusion of Core Strength, Burst, Fluidity, and ~ most impressive of all, to these eyes ~ Diagnostic Acuity and Processing Speed.

Nash is yet another tremendous Gem unearthed by the remarkable Wes Bunting of National FootBall Post!!

He has definite starter potential, this UFA. Sleeper!!

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