Familiarizing Ourselves with the 2011 Draft Class

I know this is out of order, as Rod Issac is our last pick however if there is anything you should see from this fanpost this is it:

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Rod Issac Highlights (via MTPM6)

Let's see more about our future Jags

1st -Blaine Gabbert, QB - Missouri

From Scout.com

"CFN Analysis: There’s no wow factor. There’s no bust potential, but there’s nothing in Gabbert’s game to suggest that he’ll be a special, "I’m going to Disney World" type of superstar. He has all the tools, the athleticism, and the personality and make-up to be a very, VERY good pro for the next 15 years, but it’s not like he was a special college player – he was the only quarterback who couldn’t seem to throw against the miserable 2010 Texas Tech pass defense - and he had major problems against anyone with a strong pass rush. On the plus side, most of his negatives can be quickly fixed. His throwing motion doesn’t need that much tweaking, and for those who don’t think he can connect on the deep ball on a consistent basis, go back to the pills he was slinging to Danario Alexander two years ago. The bigger issue is that he’s not Cam Newton. Gabbert is the safe, secure pick who should be a rock-steady starter in two years, but if you’re passing on Newton for him, you’re not slinging for the stars … and that might not be a bad thing. Gabbert has the rare issue of still scratching the surface on what he can be, while also having a hard ceiling on where he can take a team. If he ends up winning a Super Bowl, it’ll be because he’s a good player on a special team."

CFN Projection: Top Ten Overall

From ESPN's Draft Results and Analysis:

"10(10)	Jacksonville (from Washington)	Blaine Gabbert	QB	Missouri
	What he brings: Gabbert has the frame, intangibles and arm strength teams look for. He is a tough leader who can play through pain and rally his teammates, and while he nee ds to improve his pocket mobility and ability to handle pressure he has the toughness and foot speed to do so. It's somewhat surprising he fell this far because he is the most accurate of the top three quarterbacks on our board, and he has the football acumen to make the transition from a college spread scheme to a pro-style offense. Video analysis: Todd McShay How he fits: The Jags have many needs on defense, but this is a good pick and Gabbert will be in a good situation. He can sit behind David Garrard, who is serviceable but not great. Backup Trent Edwards doesn't look like the future and this fan base needs someone to get excited about. Gabbert will be helped by a strong running game and a pretty good offensive line, but his biggest challenge will be thriving without a lot of weapons. He really allows a vanilla and conservative offense to open things up and become less predictable."

Jon Gruden's QB Camp with Blaine Gabbert:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8UKhWhTj58

Gene Smith on Blaine Gabbert

http://www.jaguars.com/multimedia/default.aspx?id=4031

3rd - Will Rackley, OL - Leigh

From ESPN's Draft Results and Analysis:

Highlights of Will Rackley - Jaguars.com

Gene Smith on Will Rackley

4th (A) - Cecil Shorts, WR - Mount Union

From ESPN's Draft Results and Analysis:

http://espn.go.com/blog/afcsouth/post/_/id/23597/shorts-should-help-jaguars-pass-game

Jaguars.com highlights:

http://www.jaguars.com/multimedia/?id=4041

4th (B) - Christopher Prosinski, Safety - Wyoming

From ESPN's Draft Results and Analysis:

From jaguars.com

Prosinski was also recruited by Air Force, Boise State, Colorado State, Georgia Tech, Harvard, Montana State, Princeton and Utah State.

Jaguars Conference Call

http://www.jaguars.com/news/article.aspx?id=10036&source=rss

Youtube Highlights:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fa3Sk2JyETc

5th - Rod Issac, CB - Middle Tennessee State

From NFLDraftscout.com via CBSSports.com

"Issac didn't draw much attention from NFL teams until late in the process, but once he had an audience, he didn't disappoint. Swift times and good length have always been assets for Issac, and they helped him earn playing time as a true freshman, seeing action in all 11 games while notching one interception and fumble return for a touchdown.

Issac caught the attention of NFL scouts at his pro day, where he ran a reported 4.41-second 40-yard dash in cold and windy conditions. He also lifted 225 pounds an impressive 22 times.

Issac is a proven playmaker with excellent speed. However, as a late-round pick he's still a project due to the lower level of competition he faced in the Sun Belt."

Strengths: Nice, long frame with ability to affect passes away from his body. Has good bulk and strength to play physically at the line of scrimmage and redirect receivers off the snap. Aggressive when playing close and shows great balance and hand placement when jamming. Stays low in his backpedal and opens his hips very smoothly when turning to run with targets down the field. Is a willing run defender who wraps up and tackles through runners. Does a good job of getting his head around and finding the ball in the air. Will get his hands on the pass and knock it down in time. Great recovery speed. Very dangerous after a turnover and can potentially help out as a return man.

Weaknesses: Is late to react. Does not read passers well and will bite on play-action and pump fakes. Is a bit too aggressive at times and can miss when lunging to jam a receiver at the line. Gets leggy and high-stanced when trying to mirror quicker slot receivers. Gives too much cushion when running in man coverage, relying too much on his straight line speed to recover. Tends to get lost in zone coverage and will break on the ball a hair too late. Does not win jump balls consistently or show soft enough hands to make routine interceptions.

--Hunter Ainsley

Youtube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugsRGt7CS04 - Big hit by Rod Issac

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ3BnlxDjNs    - Highlights (Look for #6)  

Various Draft grades and Analysis from "Experts" from Across the NFL

From Pete Prisco:

 

Jacksonville Jaguars

Best pick: Moving up to take Blaine Gabbert in the first round was a move this franchise had to make. They need a premier passer. This kid can be that.

Questionable move: Not taking a defensive player in the first three rounds. They must be prepared to spend big in free agency on that side of the ball.

Third-day gem: WR Cecil Shorts is from small school Mount Union. He is a nice possession receiver who could be their third receiver in 2011.

Analysis: I love the move to go get a big-time quarterback. This is a franchise that had to do it. They really liked third-round pick guard Will Rackley, but you have to question the passing of defensive players until the fourth round.

Grade: B-

 

From bleacherreport.com by Scott Altman

"Jacksonville finally acknowledged that David Garrard is not a championship caliber quarterback by moving up to draft Blaine Gabbert. Gabbert could become the face of the franchise, and will be comforted throwing behind Will Rackley.

Grade: B+"

 

  -Jack Del Rio on Draft Class

http://www.jaguars.com/multimedia/?id=4041