Choose your own Scouting Report: Defensive Prospecting
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Better Know a Scouting Report: You Decide
It's time for your humble narrator to get his head back in the game. The NFL Scouting Combine is just around the corner and with that we've got to start taking a preliminary look at who the Jaguars may consider. I'm hoping to travel to Indianapolis to cover the combine, though due to the costs of travelling, I may have to pass. Going to the Combine last year was fantastic, but times are tough.
Anyhow, what I'd like to do is a little poll to see who you'd like to see featured in my world famous "Better know a Draft Prospect" series. Today, we're starting with the defensive prospects. These are not all first round picks. It's going to be somewhat easy to identify the first pick of the draft considering that we're the 8th overall pick, so I'm more concerned with identifying later round prospects. I'm also embracing the "BAP" philosophy, so I'm being diverse in the positions.
So here's how this works, I'm going to list six players with a spot of information about each. You, the reader, vote in the poll and I'll do a full scouting report on the top two. If you don't like any of the six players, feel free to post your choice in the comments and I'll pick the player mentioned the most from the comments for an additional report.
So go vote!
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Im stuck
The Jags have to improve their O-line but we need help in the secondary. What to do what to do…. Anyway, I hope they draft one of the top three O-line guys and hopefully pick a good CB in the 2nd. Thats just a wish so we will see.
by JagSoldier on Jan 27, 2009 1:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I'll be doing an Offensive one as well, ahve no fear.
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by River City Rage on Jan 27, 2009 1:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Team needs...
I believe when a team such as the Jaguars has needs all over the place, the BAP system is the best for draft day.
by jagsfanbrunell on Jan 27, 2009 2:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Yup, I agree
All I’m doing is trying to get a feel for who ya’ll would like to have more insight about, It’s way too early to speculate as to who we’ll be picking where.
-C
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by River City Rage on Jan 27, 2009 2:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
okay...
they say the top 3 OT’s will go before 8…. hold on let me take a drag off this doobie… okay that leaves the “buckeye” at CB. When has ever 3 OT’s gone in the first 7 picks? Ahh never. We can get the OT we need.
But after seeing this crap from the Pitt Steel Boys, I just wonder if making a nasty “D”, and I mean nasty, cause it’s more fun to watch, get this Jenkins fella and we should be maturing will keep us, the fans, enlightened for another year. Man… I miss the old ‘D’ of days gone bye. The “Jags ain’t gonna be superbowl contenders”… “but it sucks to play them!” I liked that team.
Best available player?? Smart management is the answer. Again we are starting to focus on the need. Screw that… crush ’em.
by Jaghomer on Jan 27, 2009 9:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I'd love to see a piece on Raji
but maybe I shouldn’t be picking my own adventure. When I read those books as a kid, I’d usually end up dying 3 times before I’d finally finish with a happy ending.
by SoCalStites on Jan 27, 2009 1:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
They always had such sick endings
Very morbid stuff.
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by River City Rage on Jan 27, 2009 1:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I remember the Lone Wolf series of choose your own adventure books...
I remember more than a few times I ate poisonous mushrooms and died (in the books). Nothing like those around nowadays… Thanks for the memories, Chris
by silencecs on Jan 27, 2009 2:34 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Patrick Cheung from Oregon SS is one I'd like to see.
by silencecs on Jan 27, 2009 2:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yep
I was thinking about the same guy. He could be a solid second or third round pick, but only if he is the BAP. I’m really buying into that idea this year.
by Bestjagfan on Jan 27, 2009 7:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I love this guy, he has a nose for the football and mark my words HE WILL be a great player in the NFL!
by floridafalcons#63 on Jan 28, 2009 7:27 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Jerry Peria and Patrick Chung
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by Tkopa on Jan 27, 2009 2:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
is chung a definite 2nd rounder or third?
by harveyismyboy on Jan 27, 2009 2:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
some people have him as the 2nd best safety, others as a third rounder...
just goes to show the variation in scouts views
by silencecs on Jan 27, 2009 9:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
If you're scouting a QB
How about Chase Holbrook from NMSt
He’s got a great Qb body, and he seems to make a couple of reads before he throws the ball…..
by jaxjags.. on Jan 27, 2009 3:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Ditto on Chung
Of the ones listed, I meant to say Ellison but hit Raji for some reason.
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by FSBlueApocalypse on Jan 27, 2009 3:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I'll thow a couple of names
But I dont really know if they are entering the draft….
SS Stephen Hodge out of TCU….. I saw some great speed and ability in blitzing
SS Terence Moore out of Troy……..I saw great tackling ability……..
CB Sherrod Martin out of Troy……..Nice speed, played next to Mckelvin
OG Jamie Thomas of Maryland…..I like his size, and seems to have great strength
I also like (but i dont think the team needs) Brandon Underwood FS and Mike Mickens, both out of Cincy……..
I like also Raji……
I repeat, I’m not familiar with the situation of any of this players but If you guys get to see them, I think they have value……….
by jaxjags.. on Jan 27, 2009 3:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I've got a hunch
That we’re going to have a lot of scouting reports this year. Hopefully we can improve on our accuracy. Last year of the 16 or so reports I did, the Jaguars drafted one (Quentin Groves).
Then again, there are over 300 or so players who go to the combine and 250 or so who get drafted, the Jaguars will get 6 of these players, so we’ve got about a .024% chance of guessing who they’ll select.
Of course, we can stack the deck in our favor by applying the tendencies and preferences of the Jaguars into the draft picks. We know that first round wide receivers are pretty much out of the picture (BAP or otherwise) and that a Free Safety is an unlikely selection as well.
Anyhow, I’m looking forward to hunkering down and starting my player research, nothing gets me out of a bad season funk like scouting new talent!
-C
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by River City Rage on Jan 27, 2009 3:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I can't wait to read
the scouting reports. Whne I found this last year around february-march one of things I liked was the these reports. And i hope this year you have more luck to score than last year!
by Zoltan from Budapest on Jan 27, 2009 6:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ole Miss OT or DT...You can't go wrong
Michael Oher and Peria Jerry are two guys the Jags cannot go wrong with. Peria Jerry has the big body with quick moves we need to fill the Marcus Stroudless position on the defensive side of the ball. Michael Oher could very well be the next Tony Boselli. Keep in mind Oher is 325lbs but has only 15% body fat. Oher has a quick kick step off the snap and will fill the LT spot immediately. Not to mention both of these guys shut down their opposition in the Florida and Texas Tech games. We need proven guys who have played against proven competition. If we pass up on either one of these….memories of passing on Roethlisberger to draft Leftwich will pop up all over again.
by Olemiss65 on Jan 27, 2009 5:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Do you go to Ole Miss?
I love those Rebels… The Chemistry department of the University is actually named after one of my Great Great Grand-Fathers. I love the whole state and usually go there to visit once every few years.
by silencecs on Jan 27, 2009 9:13 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I agree
with Olemiss65. I’ve only watched Michael Oher in a couple of games this year, mainly towards the end, but I’ve been really impressed with him. Every time I saw him block, he didn’t let anybody around him. Plus, he is the left OT. This guy can help Garrard a lot. It is Garrard’s blind side, and we have had some problems this past season with that. So, with Oher there, it should help Garrard have more time.
The announcers at the Senior Bowl were talking about that Oher has inconsistency. They showed a clip during one of the practices, but with a little bit of coaching, I think he will do fine. I look to him being our 1st Round draft choice if he is still there at number 8.
by ajagsbeliever on Jan 27, 2009 7:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I think our first round will bw a choice
between Oher and BJ Raji.
Who would you choose?
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by Tkopa on Jan 27, 2009 9:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
My choice
would definately be Raji. Could you imagine Henderson and Raji clogging up the middle? The was would be back!
by jagsfanbrunell on Jan 27, 2009 10:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Raji would be a good pick after trading down
I don’t think it would be a good idea to draft him with the #8 overall pick. Drop back 6-7 spots and possibly pick up Eben Britton in the early 2nd round for an OT.
by SoCalStites on Jan 27, 2009 11:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oher
I think Raji is more of a 3-4 NT than a traditional 4-3 DT
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by FSBlueApocalypse on Jan 28, 2009 7:46 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The glaring need... Duh
This year the jags D couldn’t stop a girlscout troop from delivering cookies. The O… no matter how beat up, still managed to put some points on the board, and I’m not talkin 3, 6, or 9, but some decent points. think about it… every time the defense took the field, you thought to yourself, if we can just keep them to a field goal. I want 3 and out.
We need that Corner!
by Jaghomer on Jan 27, 2009 10:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Mark Parson, CB-Ohio
In keeping with the theme of staying away from the headliners. I’d like to find out more about this one. Alphonso Smith played well in the Senior Bowl and could slip past JDR’s grasp.
by floridaboiterk on Jan 28, 2009 1:29 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Peria Jerry DT 6’2 290 Ole Miss
Jerry battles injuries his first two seasons for the Rebels, combining for just 25 tackles in that span. As a junior, he was finally healthy and had a breakout season. He earned All SEC 2nd team honors after finishing the season with 58 tackles, 14 for loss, and 3.5 sacks. Jerry was even better as a senior, totaling 47 tackles, 17 for loss, and six sacks on the year.
Strengths
Jerry has done a good job being a dual threat interior lineman. He has shown the ability to clog running lanes, but also the ability to consistently get into the backfield and disrupt the action. He has quick first step, and is tough to stop once he gets moving forward. Jerry is built low to the ground, and his momentum and strength allow him to slip through the line and make a lot of plays in the backfield. He brings some versatility to the field, as he has lined up both inside and outside for the Rebels.
Weaknesses
Durability is the big issue with Jerry. He was slowed his first two seasons in the program and he had knee surgery prior to the 2008 season. There do not seem to be any lingering effects, but you need to be healthy enough to get on to the field to make an impact. Jerry could also stand to bulk up to be more effective against the run. He has shown the ability to hold his ground at times in college, but his average size against NFL interior lineman could cause problems.
Future
Jerry had a big junior season that put him on the map as a prospect, and was even better as a senior. He has the talent to consistently penetrate the line and get into the backfield, which could put him in high demand come April. Teams always need interior lineman, and nobody at this point has distanced themselves from the pack at that spot. Jerry has as good a shot as any to be the first defensive tackle selected in the 2009 NFL Draft.
by floridafalcons#63 on Jan 28, 2009 7:31 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Where to look?
I’m not sure where to look to even consider doing a scouting report. Could someone point me in the right direction as far as sites, videos, etc. Thanks!
by JagsCub on Jan 29, 2009 4:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

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