2009 NFL Draft Open Thread - Round One
by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 2:32 PM CDT
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Alright, folks. . .the first pick will officially go to the podium here in about half an hour or so. Yes, we all know who it's going to be, but this will mean that the draft is officially underway.
Discuss all of the action here. I might be a bit distracted. . .Mrs. Gonzo has taken our new puppy to the emergency animal hospital down the road. I should probably be there, but I'm here instead. So, I'm waiting for word from her and watching the draft. I'll keep up as best I can. . .and maybe throw in puppy updates as well.
But we'll discuss the first round here. We'll start a new thread for Round 2.
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Final Predictions of who gets picked by the Vikes?
I say Maclin falls to 22 and the Vikings Snag Him..and we trade up to get Loadholt in round #2
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 2:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
1st pick gone - for the record
Stafford gone to the Lions with a 6 year contract, before the draft even begins.
That’s an awful lot of faith in a rook, and it says a something about their confidence in C-Pep.
Standing by for the actual picks :)
by DCPurple on Apr 25, 2009 2:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Why do they even make us wait? The draft should start with number 2 on the clock, number will already have the pick in.
by BacksThePack on Apr 25, 2009 2:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
are we posting in this one or the new entry?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 3:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Feel free to use both!
I’m sure that Eric and I will both have different perspectives on this here draft thingy.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well, no offense to Eric, but I’ll stick with “the original.”
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Awesome!
I’m 1-for-1 in Predict the Pick!
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
more guaranteed money than anyone in the nfl….does that say anything about this stupid rookie pay crap. probably makes guys like peyton manning and kurt warner etc. feel pretty good.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 3:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
lol 1-1 for my picks..
I did an entire 7 round mock yesterday haha..I have the Vikings taking Maclin..with Harvin as the other pick if harvin is off the board.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Jason Smith to the Rams
Not a lot of surprise there. Smith is a good fit for them.
And, yes, I’m 2-2 now. (-:
Now, the Chiefs have some intrigue. Do they also go tackle, or do they take a LB in Curry? I’ve got them taking Eugene Monroe.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Definitely a possibility
If someone like the Jets or Tampa thinks they need to get ahead of the Seahawks at 4 to get Mark Sanchez.
I’m not sure how serious the Seahawks’ interest in Sanchez is, though, to be honest.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I had the Ram’s taking Sanchez I lost lol
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 3:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Does anybody else DVR the draft like me? haha
i’m either crazy or a hardcore football fan haha but yet i do dvr the draft.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I will tomorrow gotta work but not today. Yes I think we are called crazy.
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 3:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Also
SBNation has a couple of folks embedded AT the draft, as TheSportsGuru from Mile High Report and JasonB from Bleeding Green Nation are at Radio City this afternoon. Their exploits are being recorded at Mocking the Draft.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Doesn't Guru go to the Draft every year?
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He might
But this is the first year he has press credentials.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tyson Jackson to the Chiefs
Wow. . .certainly did NOT see that coming.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
sounds like some people will be a little upset about that one
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 3:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
T-Jack not a Viking.
oops- different T-Jack
by Odin on Apr 25, 2009 3:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
To be honest
I’m really not sure that I like the Jackson pick here. Yeah, the Chiefs needed D-linemen, but still. . .I don’t like it.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, yeah
But I don’t know if Jackson does that. I don’t think he’s that spectacular, and I certainly don’t think he’s the 3rd best player in this draft.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I dont like it either but can understand it.wont dog them to bad on that one.
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 3:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jackson isn’t exactly a sack artist either. Looks like they are going to change to a 3-4 and wanted to get the best lineman for that scheme.
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 3:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Seattle's pick is in
Do they go Sanchez? Monroe? Curry?
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow. Aaron Curry. They got rid of Peterson because they thought they were playing too much to all their linebackers
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 3:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Curry wow what a lb core they have.
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 3:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Seahawks take Curry
He looks a bit surprised. . .and, frankly, so am I.
Not sure what the ’Hawks do at LB now. . .do they move Tatupu outside, or do they think that Curry can play outside in their defense?
I, personally, would have gone Sanchez or Monroe.
Now, does Cleveland take Sanchez and let everyone know that Brady Quinn is available?
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Don't get the results until June
The wonders of Air Force promotion testing. )-:
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Been there myself we should chat someday not now though…
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Someone could still trade up. Probably not till 8 though
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Browns take Crabtree?
Or do they take Sanchez to play with the Teams needing a QB?’
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If Sanchez does fall
I don’t think he gets past San Francisco at 10.
Just my opinion.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think San Fran will get him as well unless someone trades up.
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 3:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I see Jacksonville getting Him...
With the Recent Acquisition of Torry Holt..i think they go QB @ #8 to get insurance for the future with Garrard getting up there in age.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Crabtree rocking the lavender shirt
Well, if I was about to make more money than I’ve seen in my life, I could wear that sort of thing, too.
And the Jets have traded up with the Browns!
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I can't wait to see
What the Jets had to give up to move up to #5. It costs a LOT to jump into the Top 5, particularly from #17.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Big time compensation for that move.
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 3:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
who has a better career?
Sanchez or Stafford?
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sanchez has a better chance to start right away so he might start out better. I like him better than Stafford overall too.
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Haven't gotten the particulars yet
I’m sure they’ll be available shortly. . .but it’s gonna be a lot.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
3 players and 1st and second pick
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 3:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Trade details
Browns get DE Kenyon Coleman, QB Brett Ratliff, S Abram Elam, and the Jets #1 and #2.
Not as much as I thought it was going to be, but still a lot.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think the Bengals are going tackle
I have Andre Smith. . .but I also didn’t have Monroe being available at this spot, either.
I’ll stick with Smith, I think.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anquan Boldins Agent predicts Boldin will be traded by the end of day 1
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Jets might have done alright, none of those players great.
by PurpleCrush on Apr 25, 2009 3:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Smith it is!
Andre Smith to the Bengals at #6. Fills a big need at D-tackle.
Now, watch in amazement as Al Davis passes Michael Crabtree for Darrius Heyward-Bey.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that what I got
The annual Al Davis special
by Odin on Apr 25, 2009 3:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have that Pick as well Gonzo..
What if Crabtree is availible @ 22????
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 3:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Then we jump on him
And we have Randy Moss Scenario v2.0.
In such a case, I would need a cigarette. . .and, for the record, I don’t smoke.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
vikes need to go get crabtree or maclin!!!
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 3:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
oh get one of the tackles
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
HOLY CRAP, HE DID IT!
Darrius Heyward-Bey to the Raiders at #7!
Hell, I thought I was joking. . .at least partially, anyway.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 3:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i get it...
I hope to god this makes Maclin or Crabtree drop to 22…
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Al Davis and the Raiders make a stupid pick at number 7 where we took williamson. I’m not surprised
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 4:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah, there’s no way maclin or crabtree are available at 22
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
How far do yo guys think Monroe is going to drop now?
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 4:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Incredible
I can’t believe Maclin and Crabtree have fallen this far, so fingers crossed….
by DCPurple on Apr 25, 2009 4:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I've had Crabtree here from the start
So I’ll stick with that.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Either could be it, but I agree with Gonzo. Lots of OTs the Jags can get later
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I had Macklin
But I had Crabtree off the board
by Odin on Apr 25, 2009 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
do that jags still take him though after signing holt?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So who does are hated rivals draft at 9?
by PurpleCrush on Apr 25, 2009 4:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
B.J. Raji
I think. If they’re going to the 3-4, they need that big guy in the middle.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Do they really consider a Crabtree over a defensive guy like Orakpo?
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Crabtree & Jennings.......kinda scary.
by PurpleCrush on Apr 25, 2009 4:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Not if Aaron Rodgers
Is lying flat on his backside.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Packers have Crabtree at the top of there draft board..i think they go with Raji though..
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
how do you know the packers draft board?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Raji is cheering, its going to be him
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 4:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
when will freeman go?…anybody with a prediction?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Does San Fran Take Crabtree or do they take Oher????
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Packers take Raji
As much as it pains me to say it. . .that’s actually a pretty good pick for them.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah, I’m a little nervous about the 3-4 D. To me it is harder to read, and it seems that our QB will have a harder time against it.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
True, but there is something that all 3-4 teams aren’t that good at: Stopping the run. Remember when Peterson broke the single game rushing record against San Deigo? They are one of the best 3-4 Ds in the league.
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed…that’s what I’m hoping for. I’d be quite happy with crabtree or maclin…possibly harvin…looks like crabtree is no longer available though
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like this pick for the niners..
they need a QB to throw him the ball though
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
speculation
from all the buzz around the media, it sounds like the vikes would be happy to take harvin at 22. how do all of you feel about this?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Was meant as a Percy reply, wouldn’t touch him with a 10 foot poll.
by BacksThePack on Apr 25, 2009 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bills take Aaron Maybin...
Terrible Terrible Pick
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Don't like the Maybin pick at all
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow... moreno
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 4:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
now they have JJ Arrington, Moreno, Buckhalter
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by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 4:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I never thought I'd see
The Broncos take a RB that high.
Not sure if like the pick. . .Moreno is a decent player, but the Broncos need a LOT of defensive help.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Further proof
That the Shanahan era is over.
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Odds on...
…Vikings moving back? Are there any players who may fall that they wouldn’t consider moving back for?
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 4:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Maclin or Oher
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man, this first round is flying by
An hour and a half, and we’re already to #14.
Malcolm Jenkins is the completely obvious pick here for the Saints, I think.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
or maybe Wells
Reggie is not an every down back
by Odin on Apr 25, 2009 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What the hell is Denver Thinking...Didn't they just get Correll Buckhalter and JJ Arrington?..
and this draft is Deep with Talented RB’s with alot of potential…There Defense has to be the worst in the league…why not go Defense and get Orakpo.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Denver likes rb's like Tampa likes Qb's
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 4:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If Freeman is availible at 22....
Do we take him or do we stick with Maclin or Harvin?
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Possibly 17 to the Browns..Unless they take Ray Mauluga.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah…i’m kinda scared about the browns taking him
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maualuga to San Diego here
I think. . .and if he does, man, that defense is scary.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i think it was because they just saw themselves on tv
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Larry English is a beast saw him first hand.
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 4:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Larry English?
Over Maualuga? Really?
Man. . .I think that’s a bit of a stretch. I didn’t even have English in the first round, let alone in the top half of the first round.
Of course, there’s a reason I’m sitting here and not in New York, too.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
is it obvious
that if either maclin or harvin are available at 22 we take him?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Maclin, yes
Harvin I think they’re still a little iffy on.
But if Maclin is there at 22, we jump on him, I think.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maclin, but not Harvin.
Harvin’s not a 1st rd pick anymore.
by BacksThePack on Apr 25, 2009 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
y not try and move up and make sure we get Maclin or Oher?
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 4:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Because the more I think about it
The more I think that one of them is going to fall right into our laps.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oher
who between now and us might take oher?
by osuvikes on Apr 25, 2009 4:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tampa has traded up
I’m betting it’s for Maclin
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well well well.... TB goes twice before us now
by DCPurple on Apr 25, 2009 4:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nope
I’m guessing they had to give up #19 to move up. Cleveland will be at 19 instead of 17.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
freeman, davis, and maulaluga is who the bucs are apparently considering according to NFL network
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 4:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
will the eagles take maclin? if available?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I can't see why they wouldn't
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i think they would
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Josh Freeman to Tampa Bay
Good.
Oher and Maclin just keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep falling.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think the Browns go with either Mauluga or Maclin @19...
or Maybe Oher????
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
give the 22 and a 7th to get to 19 and we get either maclin or oher
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
denver has to go defence
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by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Maualuga has to be the pick here
Denver’s already passed on him once. . .there’s no way they pass on him twice, in my opinion.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
let’s hope that the browns pass on maclin and the eagles take wells at 21.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Why would
Philly choose Maclin? Do they really need a WR that bad?
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
And who'd have thought
That at this point in the draft the Vikes could be choosing between Maclin and Harvin?
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
mcnabb might say yes
but i’m hoping it’s a no.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Poor Darren Sharper
I just realized that two years in a row now Darren Sharper has had his replacement drafted with his team’s first pick.
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
who are the eagles trying to get?
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by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TE?
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
2 questions
Q: Who did the Browns trade with? If it’s the Bears then Maclin is gone.
Second question: Why wouldn’t the Eagles draft the TE still available?
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Browns trade up to the Eagles...for the #21 pick and a 6th rounder.
and the Eagles are thinking Pettigrew is what Mayock is saying.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
they were worried about the lions taking pettigrew so they moved up to get him.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Its maclin
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wasted opportunity
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wheres the famous Radio Call when you need it...NOOOOOO!!!!11
Looks like Harvin or Oher is our guy. unless the lions take Oher.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
if Oher around i think we take him
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well
What do we do now? I think we’ll trade down, try to recoup a sixth.
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Detroit might take Pettigrew. Mayock said that’s who the Eagles were jumping the Lions to take. So, he thinks they’ll be going TE. They definitely need one.
by Frost on Apr 25, 2009 5:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oher/Britton in first, Trade 2nd for Boldin…
by Spoolinup on Apr 25, 2009 5:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
who r the Brown looking to get?
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by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If Oher is Taken...Britton is not worth the #22 pick...Take Harvin or Nicks with #22 and then trade up to get Loadholt in the 2nd round...
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i like that plan
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If the Browns trade down again, I will be upset
by Frost on Apr 25, 2009 5:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pettigrew to Detroit
And Oher is just one pick away from (hopefully) becoming a Minnesota Viking.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The Lions take Pettigrew........
Oher will be availible!!!!!!
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oher is a great fit for the vikes
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
idk if Oher is going to be taken by the Vikes doesn’t sound like the vikes guy
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I still think
That Chilly will trade down. Britton is his guy.
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The Cleveland Browns are On the Clock
Could they trade down again?
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that scares me
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by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Please let us take Oher
Please please please
by JRose on Apr 25, 2009 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I actually hope if they pick WR with #22 they grab Nicks and not Harvin…
by Spoolinup on Apr 25, 2009 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If we take Oher...
Do we go with Brian Robiske in the 2nd round??
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i’ve never heard so much excitement over a tackle
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Apparently the Browns traded again
This time with the Giants.
And NFLN shows the Vikings being on the clock.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I don’t think it’s the excitement so much over Oher personally, but the psychological void that can be filled with Cook being replaced…lol
by Spoolinup on Apr 25, 2009 5:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
who would the giants want to move up to get?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Cleveland selects Alex Mack so no trade
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Never mind
The Browns made their pick, and they take Alex Mack, the C from California.
PLEASE VIKINGS, take Michael Oher here!
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
please take Oher
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It has to be Oher
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pats on the clock in New York City
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that was quick
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Either Oher or Harvin.....
My God….that was a Terrible Pick by Cleveland
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Its gotta be there guy if they picked that quick a guy they we’re high on
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NOooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo…
by BacksThePack on Apr 25, 2009 5:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Vikings select Percy Harvin at #22
Well. . .it’s interesting.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m wetting myself over what mayock is saying about this.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
he’s saying that he’s the quickest person he’s ever seen in person…not the fastest, but the quickest….he can juke and move like nobody
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
They really wanted harvin omg they chose that fast they must see something about this guy
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow.
Michael Oher is still on the board. Are you kidding me?
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 5:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This makes trading up for either Oher..Britton or Loadholt a Must!
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Anyone want 2 7th round picks?
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Michael Oher was available
Great pick if our offense had any imagination…
by JRose on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Or as an RB, remember CT isn't likely to be around much longer
by DCPurple on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think Harvin might help with that and they can take a big body guy later or in free agency after the draft
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
they’re all gushing over the vikings right now and I couldn’t be more pleased….you gotta believe that Chilly had a pretty good talk with Harvin.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That pick shows that Childress and the rest of the Front office have some balls.
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Definitely willing to take some risk.
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah
that pick surprises me BIG TIME with chilly. They must have seen something or heard something…maybe we’re changing our offensive philosophy a bit
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe Kick Ass will finally be a way to describe it
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
NOT HAPPY.
But I hope I am proven horribly wrong.
by Odin on Apr 25, 2009 5:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm not too concerned about Harvin
I know that T-Jack will take him under his wing.
by Blakeley on Apr 25, 2009 5:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good now the 2nd round becomes interesting
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You have to figure
That having guys like Wade and Berrian, AD, the Williams Brothers, and even Jared Allen around Harvin can’t hurt his chances of staying somewhat out of trouble.
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
One of the quickest picks in the draft though thats shocking
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well with the RT’s falling maybe the Vikes could trade up later
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah big year needs to make a splash this is very interesting
by Zoxide on Apr 25, 2009 5:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Now it's time to look for good RT
Round two won’t be a sexy pick, but it’ll be solid.
by DCPurple on Apr 25, 2009 5:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
they’re showing some pretty negative footage of Oher
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think they go after Loadholt. They looked him over a lot and he can be had in the 2nd. Might have to trade up though.
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ON NFLN they were talking about his inconsistencies on film
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
do you think it was chilly’s choice to take harvin, or do you think he was pressured into it to help sell seats?
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It was probably Speilman’s choice since he has final say in who gets drafted.
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Childress had a private meeting with Harvin in Florida the week before the draft, so he probably was just fine with the pick.
by Frost on Apr 25, 2009 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So upset right now with the Vikings... but aren't I always.
I sure hope Harvin doesn’t live up to his pot-smokin’, no work ethic reputation.
It he does live up to it Childress can start looking for a new job.
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 5:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’ve never heard anything bad about his work ethic. He was a gym rat at Florida and worked hard through injuries to get back out on the field.
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And
Talent is talent. You can’t teach what AD has, and our receiving corps desperately needs someone to breathe a little life and excitement into our QB/coaching staff.
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
meaning to say
That it sounds like Harvin has ‘it’, just like AD has ‘it’. Now if only we can transplant some of ‘it’ into our QBs…
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and...
Marijuana isn’t terrible. Quit being ignorant.
I understand it’s illegal and banned, etc. But seriously. Get with the program.
Harvin was a fantastic pick.
by y2jayjk on Apr 25, 2009 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, it really wasn't.
Michael Oher was on the board. If he wasn’t available I wouldn’t be nearly as upset with this pick… almost happy with it.
But who shows up to the Combine… the biggest job interview of his life… and tests positive for marijuana?
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agree
Much rather have Oher and settle for Robiskie in the 2nd
by BacksThePack on Apr 25, 2009 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would remind you that Randy Moss had the same reputation
and how many people think it was a smart move to trade him? Anyone? Harvin has work to do but it will be interesting to watch him and Rice push each other for the no. 2 receiver role.
by VikingBillArlingtonVA on Apr 25, 2009 11:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah…if you re-watch the 2nd half of the philly playoff game, you might be more pleased with an offensive talent like Harvin. I just don’t like playing selfish people that kind of money and spending such a huge risk on him.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Vontae to South Beach?
a recipe for trouble
by Odin on Apr 25, 2009 5:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Regardless, Harvin was, at 22, BPA. Vikes were true to the claim for Round 1
by DCPurple on Apr 25, 2009 5:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Totally.
Oher was arguable a top-10 prospect.
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Relax people I would also look for us to add a Rt in free agency Taucher or the dude from philly, plus a second round pick. We also have Radovich from last years draft.. Have some faith!!
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 5:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Harvin scouting report
Strengths:
Shorter than scouts would like, but has a strong, compact build. Rare straight-line speed. Rare elusiveness. Can make defenders miss in tight quarters. Good vision when running in space. Sets up his blocks well and can cut back against the grain. Good agility as a route-runner. Strong, secure hands for the reception. Courageous going over the middle. Gathers in the pass and quickly moves upfield to maximize production. Can extend outside of his frame to make the spectacular reception. Versatile athlete who can contribute as a receiver, running back and shows great potential as a returner, although he never attempted a kick or punt return at Florida. Has struggled with durability, but is considered a physically tough player.
Harvin possesses possibly the best first step off the line not only in this draft class, but of the last several years. He’s explosive off the snap, which allows him to immediately get open on slant routes. Harvin bursts into and out of his cuts with a strong plant foot. Coaches said he is a strong competitor with great work ethic. Has incredible elusiveness and can score on any possession. Intelligently cuts back to gain extra yards going against the flow of traffic. Will go over the middle on occasion. Has the agility to make extraordinary catches look easy. An intelligent player who has lined up at multiple receiver spots, running back and even quarterback.
Weaknesses:
Looks shorter on film than his listed 5’11. Many of his plays in this offense were slip screens designed to get him the ball quickly and in space. Could struggle acclimating to a more pro-style offense. Lack of success at the NFL level for former receivers from Meyer’s offense is troubling. Has struggled with durability. Missed practice time in 2008 with ankle, hip pointer and tendonitis in his knee and heel.
Where does he play? Much like Reggie Bush of the New Orleans Saints, Harvin might be good at a lot of different things, but a master of none. He might not be able to be relied on as a true no. 1 receiver and is far too slender to regularly carry the ball as a running back. Has a long history of injury problems. While he may have missed five games in three years, he was banged up and unproductive in several contests. In 2007, Harvin sat out two games with the flu, so his toughness is somewhat questionable. For such an explosive and fast player, it’s somewhat of a surprise that Harvin never returned a punt or kick at Florida. While it’s probably due to the Gators having so much talent and speed, it makes you question Harvin’s ability to do this and even his vision somewhat.
by biggity2bit on Apr 25, 2009 5:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Darius Butler to the Pats?
That’s my prediction. . .good move by them to move back and still get him.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
packers traded up
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The Packers are officially going to be a scary team to face twice a year.
Raji and Matthews? Sage is a dead man.
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 5:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
remember...they're rookies...most likely to make mistakes, right?
plus, we have a guy name…P P P Peterson
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow, they gave up their 2nd and 2 3rds to move up
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 5:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thankfully for us
The Packers took the wrong USC linebacker.
Maualuga would have scared the crap out of me there.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 5:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I cant believe he is still on the board!!
by Montana Viking on Apr 25, 2009 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
according to KFAN….the phone was ringing off the hook at 22 with people who wanted to trade up to our spot.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 5:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
What is this about?
all the Millitary Members on state?
by Tony_O on Apr 25, 2009 5:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
R Clay , and AJ Hawk twins?
Jared Allen is to football what Jason Voorhees is to Lake Crystal.
by SDviking on Apr 25, 2009 5:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Could Alphonso Smith fall to the 2nd round?
If he does, do we go OT or CB?
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 5:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Smith. He could be a Antoine clone with a year or two under his tutelage
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 6:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brown over Beanie?
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am still shocked the Browns passed on Beanie
by vikingfuture8816 on Apr 25, 2009 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Chilly will speak in a few minutes
on www.kfan.com click listen live…it should be coming up soon.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 6:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nicks to the Giants
Good get for them
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 6:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
sounds like a good idea…i’m near the passing out from hunger stage.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just a reminder
If you’re staying for the second round, we’ll be moving to a new thread. I’ll post the link here shortly.
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by Gonzo on Apr 25, 2009 6:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Playmaker
So it looks like Percy is a playmaker, but I’m still concerned about the O-line.
by DBQViking on Apr 25, 2009 6:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If Loadholt is available for our 2nd we better grab him!
by PurpleCrush on Apr 25, 2009 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm sure they would
it sounds like they’d have to move up to get him though.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
2nd Round:
If the Vikings feel that they need a RT more than a CB they need to trade up in the 2nd round.
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by Andersklasen on Apr 25, 2009 6:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Picks
We really have limited picks to trade though…
by DBQViking on Apr 25, 2009 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
How about trading taylor for picks??
by PurpleCrush on Apr 25, 2009 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that won't happen
they’re talking about extending his contract after this year too.
by jswen on Apr 25, 2009 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Round Two Open Thread
For those of you that are sticking around.
http://www.dailynorseman.com/2009/4/25/853538/2009-nfl-draft-open-thread-round
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