2009 DN NFL Draft Live (Sort Of) Blog
by ericj69 on Apr 25, 2009 2:54 PM CDT
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Welcome ladies and gentlemen! Eric here, live from my buddy's palacial Fargo apartment. Although the flood scare has come and gone, he lives close enough to the river where it's still only about 50 yards from his place. Pretty surreal. I'm sitting here with my group of friends eagerly awaiting the draft. (Note: One of them is a Packers fan, so I'll only call him an "acquaintance".) I'll be here throughout the first round posting my thoughts and observations about everything I see in the next few hours. Be sure to check back and refresh this post every 15-30 minutes to keep up with my latest ramblings.
2:48: We're almost ready to rock! Of course the #1 pick is already decided thanks to the Detroit Lions grossly overpaying Matt Stafford last night. Over forty-one million dollars guaranteed for someone who's never played a down...only in the NFL. If this isn't a case for an NBA-style rookie salary cap, I don't know what is.
Great end-of-game here between Denver and New Orleans as a preview on ESPN...I'm still amazed that NBA coaches get paid so much to draw up plays that are only slightly more organized than 3rd grade gym class. Carmelo's desperate heave of a shot probably wasn't what George Karl drew up.
2:52: Wow that half-court shot was close! New Orleans is still alive. Now bring on what we came here for! Time for upsides, overhypes, Berman, Kiper, McShay, and of course, boos from Jets fans!
2:55: Wow, great start by ESPN--bringing out Erin Andrews and Rachel Nichols in the first 2 minutes! And Jim Schwartz, can you be any creepier in that interview? He looks ridiculously nervous...I guess I would be too if I just gave someone $41.7 million.
Side note: We stopped at the liquor store before the game, and let's just say we aren't going to run out any time soon. An excellent grab-bag of Mojo Risin', Rush River Bubblejack, Bell's Two Hearted Ale, Michelob Golden Light, Coors Light, AC&ME IPA beer, Jagermeister, and some mint-chocolate liquor we had last time we were in Fargo. Good times. The first drinking game rule: take a drink every time you hear "upside". So if I can't spell by 4:00, you know what happened.
2:59: Berman said it best--ARE YOU READY FOR SOME NFL DRAFT?!?!
3:03: Our first Roger "I AM THE LAW!" Goodell sighting. After an awkward attempt at hyping up the crowd, he announces the inevitable Matt Stafford pick. Of course, the Jets fans greet him with boos. Great start. We just decided to add "arm strength" as one of our drinking phrases.
3:07: One of my buddies' neighbors just stopped over. He's a Bucs fan that went to the University of Florida, and he claims Erin Andrews is even hotter in person. He is my new hero.
3:10: Debated drinking every time we hear "Mark Sanchez", but we all decided against the inevitable alcohol poisoning.
3:15: The Rams go with Jason Smith--smart, predictable pick there in my opinion. Bulger still has something left if he can stay upright for more than a second or two.
3:17: Our first Coors Light coach commercial of the day...I think we're going to get beaten over the head with those today.
3:20: I remember how much I used to love Berman when I was about 13...and I think that's why most sophisticated football fans don't like him.
Herm Edwards is here! "Hey coach, how would you destroy your old team with the #3 pick?" Herm Edwards was a piss-poor coach, but I think he'll actually be a pretty decent analyst. WE CAN BUILD ON THIS!
3:24: Done with beer #1...so does that mean I'll have 16 beers down by the end of the first round? Meanwhile, the Chiefs just selected Tyson Jackson. It's a stretch to pick him that high, but he's a good fit for the 3-4 scheme in KC.
3:30: That ESPN touch screen thing has to be one of the dumbest wastes of money in the history of broadcasting. Just because you have the technology doesn't mean you have to use it.
This Seattle pick is going to change how the rest of the first round goes. And they pick...Aaron Curry! I really like that pick for them, especially over Sanchez or Crabtree. Plus, Curry gave us our first crier of the draft! Congrats, you big, rich sissy. On the plus side, the big momma's boy got to talk to Erin Andrews. Awww.
Note: That Seahawks neon green is easily the worst color on any uniform in major sports. Yeesh.
3:39: Ooooh, a trade!! The Jets just traded up from 17 to 5, obvoiusly setting them up to pick Mark Sanchez. If you can make the (most of the) Jets fans at the draft cheer, you obviously made a pretty bold move. I'm not completely sold on Sanchez. He walks the NFL franchise QB walk, but it remains to be seen whether he'll back it up on the field. One solid college year doesn't make you a stud.
I love ESPN's shots of the two pouting Jet fans. It just goes to show you can't please everyone. By the way, did ESPN give out a mandate NOT to say "upside"? I don't think I've heard it once! Maybe it's only a 2nd-round word.
3:46: Not a bad haul for the Browns in return. They still get the 17th pick, which will cost about $10 million less than Sanchez, a 2nd-rounder later today, and a few bodies. If Curry was still there at #5 the Browns probably take him, but I have no problem with that move if I'm a Cleveland fan.
3:51: The Bengals pick Andre Smith instead of Eugene Monroe at tackle...this makes total sense for all the wrong reasons. A big talent with work ethic and attitude problems? Welcome to Cincinnati!
3:58: Another perfectly bad fit at #7...Darrius Heyward-Bey, aka "The Next Troy Williamson". He's perfect for the vertical passing game Al Davis has been in love with since 1979; I'm sure he'll enjoy watching passes from Russell sail over his head next year. I just bet a shot against my buddy that the Jags are going with Crabtree at 8. He took "the field". Please, Jack Del Rio, I do NOT want Jag this early in the day!
4:05: Shit. Eugene Monroe to the Jags. Kids, don't drink and blog.
4:10: Hey ESPN, quit giving the pick away before it actually happens! Obviously, the Packers take B.J. Raji at 9. My Packers buddy approves, and I must say I do too. Solid pick for that weak D in Wisconsin.
4:13: And your 2009 Brady Quinn Award for the saddest face at the NFL Draft goes to...Michael Crabtree! Can the Vikes trade up for him?? Hmm...
4:17: I thought McShay would be more heavily involved with the ESPN broadcast. I had a theory that Mel Kiper was the Paula Abdul of ESPN's draft coverage, and he was slowly getting phased out by the newer, younger, flashier replacement. But it appears that Mel still rules the roost.
4:21: And Crabtree can put on that happy face! Great pickup for the Niners. He'll have fun watching Shaun Hill's passes land at his feet next year.
4:25: Forgot to mention that we're now drinking every time Erin Andrews is on camera. Double the fun!
4:27: Aaron Maybin to the Bills. He'll have fun answering questions about T.O. next year.
4:31: The Broncos pick Knowshon Moreno. The lady from his family in the pink shirt just accidentally showed her butt crack. Whoops. I'd usually make the "and he just gained 1,000 yards" joke, but Mike "unhealthy tan" Shanahan is no longer there.
And wow, the Redskins go super-quick with Orakpo! Another good pick. Saints on the clock--they have to go defense, right?
4:36: Hey Donald Brown! Entourages...you're doing it wrong.
4:43: And the Saints do go with defense, Malcolm Jenkins. Bold prediction: the Saints secondary won't suck as bad next year.
4:45: Brian Cushing to the Texans. And if that brunette is his girlfriend, he hit the jackpot well before Houston picked him.
4:52: The Chargers go with Larry English. Believe it or not, I didn't catch too many Northern Illinois games this year so I won't pretend to know if this was a good pick or not. Meanwhile, I just bet my Packer buddy a shot that the Browns are going defense. This is the best draft ever, and the Vikes haven't even picked yet!
4:57: The Bucs strangely moved up a whopping two spots to 17...Josh Freeman here? They gave up a 6th rounder to do it; pretty bizarre.
5:01: Yep, they went with Freeman, aka "The Next Tarvaris Jackson". I thought QB-happy Jon Gruden got fired? The Bucs fan here isn't exactly thrilled with this pick, and I can see why.
5:06: The Broncos go defense with Robert Ayers. It's now a certainty that Harvin will be available at 22, but I really think Philly will go with Maclin.
Meanwhile, GREAT SportsCenter commercial with Drew Rosenhaus and Scott Van Pelt. Rosenhaus represents all that's wrong with the NFL these days, but he can poke fun at himself pretty well.
And Cleveland trades down YET AGAIN! Looks like Philly will take Maclin two picks earlier. I really like what the Browns are doing today. They have to be threatening to pick the guy that the other team wants...brilliant strategy.
5:13: Yep, Maclin to the Eagles. Let the great Harvin debate begin again...
5:15: If you haven't done the Streak for the Cash on ESPN yet, you need to start doing it. We've all been doing it here throughout the draft, and it's the most addicting game I've ever played.
5:21: The Lions continue to amaze me, going offense with Pettigrew. I guess they have another pick at 33, but they really need help on D...
5:27: Alex Mack to the Browns, who finally picked. VIKES ARE ON THE CLOCK!
THE PICK IS IN!
MICHAEL OHER LOOKS PISSED!
....
PERCY HARVIN!!!!
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, YOUR NEWEST MINNESOTA VIKING, PERCY HARVIN!
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, START YOUR BONG JOKES!!!
As I've said here many times before, I'd rather have Hakeem Nicks here. But I can't complain with the Harvin pick. He makes our offense potentially a lot more interesting...now only if Brad Childress can utilize him like he should.
I hope our site doesn't crash.
5:35: After taking a quick peek through the comments, it appears that your attitude is cautious optimism for the most part. I completely agree with you there. Meanwhile, the Pats traded their pick to the Ravens, a curious choice since they already have 11 picks stockpiled for this draft. And the Ravens pick Oher...a pick I would have also been happy with. He's a great story.
5:41: The Falcons go with Peria Jerry. I'm happy only because I had "defense" on my ESPN Streak for the Cash with that pick. Seriously guys, this game is like free sports betting crack. Go sign up now.
5:46: The Dolphins go with Vontae Davis, who was originally Gonzo's selection for the Vikings at 22. He's a stud, and a great addition to Miami. Meanwhile, I'm 4 beers and 4 Jag shots deep...now THAT'S multitasking kids! Thank goodness I decided to only blog during the first round, because typing is becoming more and more meticulous by the minute. Dude, I just used the word "meticulous". Hehe.
5:53: The Patriots are obviously copying the Browns' blueprint for success, trading their pick for the second time today to the Packers. My d-bag friend Packers fan buddy applauded the Clay Matthews pick by exclaiming "YES!! ANOTHER WHITE LINEBACKER!" Meanwhile, Rey Maualuga eagerly awaits his chance to hump Erin Andrews again.
6:03: The Colts go with Donald Brown...I really liked watching him in college. It gives them depth at RB with the oft-injured Addai, but I think they could have addressed a more pressing need there.
6:05: Eric Wood to the Bills. Three or four more solid OL guys and the Bills will have a good offensive line next year.
And my personal best 7-win streak on Streak for the Cash came to a crashing halt thanks to that pick. I will now bathe in hydrochloric acid.
6:09: The GEEEEEEEEE-MEN select my man-crush, Hakeem Nicks. Now I have to cheer against him Week 17...and I'll be OK with that eventually. My buddies are getting pretty drunk, especially the lightweight Packers fan here; thank goodness I'm "taking it easy" and blogging. Fargo bartenders, I apologize in advance for tonight.
6:18: The Titans go with Kenny Britt, a great "need" pick for them. Oh crap, I've been watching the draft too long; I'm talking like Mel Kiper!
6:31: The Cardinals went with Beanie Wells, and to finish off the first round, the champs went with Ziggy Hood. Wow, I'm really approving of most of these first round moves. Maybe I'm just being nice because the beer is kicking in?
Well, that concludes my live blogging for the day. Three and a half hours of fun. Check out Gonzo's second round thread for more. Enjoy the rest of the draft, and make sure to stay tuned to see what the Vikings do with their pick. I'm going to have a couple more beers (who am I kidding, way more than that) and enjoy the Fargo night life. Cheers, and don't get dunked on by Patrick Chewing!
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Berman
How many more years will we have to listen to this guy stumble all over himself. Wish I had the NFL Network. Ugh
by Spartan99 on Apr 25, 2009 3:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You speak the truth
Berman’s schtik got old 15 years ago.
by Odin on Apr 25, 2009 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
NFL network on one tv......ESPN on other...the wife is lov'in it.......not!
by PurpleCrush on Apr 25, 2009 3:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Went fishin' this mornin'
and now am going back between NFLN and Cubs-Cards. Wife gave up and went shopping, lol.
Thoughts on the Vikings, Buckeyes, and Cardinals
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 3:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jets move up for Sanchez
The 2009 Colorado Rockies: Expect the Unexpected
by free7694 on Apr 25, 2009 3:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Soap Oprah starts in Minn
Farve unretires.. Jets release him. He calls Minny. Know it sounds out there but I think Brett had this planned out in his head
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 3:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
WTF!?!? Heyward-Bey over Michael Crabtree? Only Al Davis…
by PurplePeopleEaters on Apr 25, 2009 3:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Let’s trade up for Crabtree. ;)
by PurplePeopleEaters on Apr 25, 2009 3:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow!
I thought he was supposed to be around for us!
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 4:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
DHB over Crabtree?
And that’s why the Raiders suck.
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Now playing on the Michael Crabtree IPOD...
Free Falling, by Tom Petty.
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We should
trade up for Crabtree.
The 2009 Colorado Rockies: Expect the Unexpected
by free7694 on Apr 25, 2009 4:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Jackson, Sanchez and DHB in the top seven picks…interesting draft early!
by LoveHate on Apr 25, 2009 4:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Who ya got: NFLN or ESPN?
Went to NFLN—I really like Mike Mayock. Breaks down a guy’s abilities in a real no nonsense way, without the Mel Kiper bullshittiness…and that God-Awful hair
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't get NFLN
So it’s ESPN for me.
The 2009 Colorado Rockies: Expect the Unexpected
by free7694 on Apr 25, 2009 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you can get it streamed live online at nfl.com
by LoveHate on Apr 25, 2009 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Raji to the Piss and Boogers?
Yeah! Thought Orakpo was a better choice for them, but it’s all a crapshoot anyway.
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ted Thompson is dumber than Les Steckel
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
What were the particulars of the Jets trade to get Sanchez?
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
trade
Browns Get
first round pick
second round pick
three overachievers
Jets Get
Sanchez
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 4:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thanks
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Vikes
Where would maclin go now if crabtree is picked right now and tampa picks freeman.
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 4:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Even if Maclin is available
I don’t see the Vikes biting. Childress has gone on record more than once saying a 1st rd WR is a high risk proposal.
I think Maclin goes high teens as it is.
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Maclin looks so relieved it looks like
he passed a kidney stone
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
*Crabtree*, not Maclin
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Move up for Oher
or trade down a little and see if you can get Loadhart and another pick? Would be shocked if McClain is available and the Vikes pass on him
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 4:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
WOW Another quality pick by the AFC West
what the hell are they smoking
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 4:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It’s pick 15 and Maclin is NOT off the board. This is a good sign.
by Frost on Apr 25, 2009 4:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Unfortuately...
i have a big hunch that Maclin is going to the Browns
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 4:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
… They just traded to Tampa. I doubt they’ll take Maclin.
by Frost on Apr 25, 2009 4:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
So, are the Lions going to take Oher at 20?
by Frost on Apr 25, 2009 5:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
They would be dumb if they don't..................
because we will, if they don’t
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I gave the pick an F on ESPN DraftCast
Just for spite
The 2009 Colorado Rockies: Expect the Unexpected
by free7694 on Apr 25, 2009 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i am praying
the vikes dont draft lineman.. ive been watching for too long for them to draft a center… draft HARVIN!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by hickenizgriz on Apr 25, 2009 5:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Micheal Oher
Could be a Viking……………………….Lets hope!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Darn Detroit
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ME TOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
YOU HAVE GOT TO BELIEVE.................................
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oher is getting closer!
But why not call AZ and offer it for Boldin?
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Micheal Oher
Hand Down……………Stevie Wonder could make this pick
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
But..........................
I have seen stranger things happen
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
who wants to bet
that soon they will be saying how the vikes missed their pick or they will go to a commercial break and not talk much bout the vikes?!
by hickenizgriz on Apr 25, 2009 5:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i would be absolutely shocked if we pick harvin...its gonna be oher
we gotta trade the second round pick and a little more for boldin because we all know he is better than harvin or any one else we can get.
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 5:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
without a doubt you...................
have to pull the trigger on Micheal Oher
Trust in LORD with all your Heart and lean not unto your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path
by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I see
A promising draft this year
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by PAtxMADDENKING on Apr 25, 2009 5:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
WOW
It scares me but I like it, let’s hope he stops smoking the hash.
Peyton's good but have you ever heard of Jeff George?
by halfchest on Apr 25, 2009 5:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Maybe he is the guy that sparks childress' creativity
ya right
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 5:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Living down here
I’ve seen this kid play alot. I wanted Oher bu tthis kid is a weapon we can use all over the place
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 5:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Let's see
Well, the last reciever the Vikings took who had “character issues” that fell in the draft was Randy Moss.
I’m not saying, I’m just sayin.
Peyton's good but have you ever heard of Jeff George?
by halfchest on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Just said that here...
It’s risky, but the reward could be amazing.
by ericj69 on Apr 25, 2009 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow! completely thought Oher was a lock. Lets see what the kid can do!
by cruton647 on Apr 25, 2009 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He's dumb for doing what he did
I don’t think it is a habitual problem with him. Just being a dumb kid
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 5:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Explain this. We just used our first round pick on a shorter player with no natural position and has character issues.
by mjschaefer on Apr 25, 2009 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And probably the most raw athlecticism in the draft. I'm happy.
by Anthony Carter on Apr 25, 2009 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Awesome. We drafted athleticism. Excuse me while I go get excited.
by mjschaefer on Apr 25, 2009 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Okay. I'll still be here when you decide to come back...
by Anthony Carter on Apr 25, 2009 5:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We better land Loadholt. It will soften the blow.
by mjschaefer on Apr 25, 2009 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
WOW!!! I like, but now it begs the question
Can Childress be creative and give him favorable matchups, or not?
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 5:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NFL Network...
said,,,think of the “Wildcat” with Harvin & Peterson in the backfield…
I don't suffer from insanity...I relish every moment of it!
by the Dragon on Apr 25, 2009 5:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Look: Oher, Maualuga, Vontae Davis, Harvin: all those cats were on the board. We went with Harvin even with every option in front of us. I am guessing Chilly & co. know what they want to do with the kid. It’s an exciting day.
by Anthony Carter on Apr 25, 2009 5:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
And it's put up or shut up for Chilly this year
Oher, Maualuga, and Davis will be great picks for the next coach if he can’t get this offense going. Makes sense, definite high risk, high reward
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 5:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No doubt. But, that fact is bigger than Harvin. I think it would have been put up or shut up no matter who we took.
by Anthony Carter on Apr 25, 2009 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agree, but Harvin
will be an immediate impact guy that will help the Vikings right now, if used correctly. Mauluga, Oher, or Davis are guys that are solid starters, but not a potential game changer in year one.
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by MilCardFan on Apr 25, 2009 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well i am not especially excited
with ebon britten but if we could trade up a little in the second round to get him i think that would be a great addition to the team.
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 5:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
One of the smartest front offices in the country just took Michael Oher.
Just saying.
by mjschaefer on Apr 25, 2009 5:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I would have been happy with ANY of Oher, Harvin, Maualuga or Davis…NFL Network panel ALL said Harvin could be the piece which brings Super Bowl. For what that’s worth.
I don't suffer from insanity...I relish every moment of it!
by the Dragon on Apr 25, 2009 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think under the right offensive plan he could be Bush-like but just not sure for this team.
by mjschaefer on Apr 25, 2009 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My thought, Harvin is something the Vikes DO NOT have, whether in the slot, or RB or WR, should bring 8 in the box to an end. Makes Peterson better,,,or so it say’s somewhere :-)
I don't suffer from insanity...I relish every moment of it!
by the Dragon on Apr 25, 2009 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So if everything goes as planned with no trades what are our options for round 2
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 5:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Loadholt, Britton, Beatty. Has to be one of those three.
by mjschaefer on Apr 25, 2009 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sage throwing, or TJ, AP, Harvin in the Wildcat (since all 3 can run).
Does this now make Chester Taylor expendable?
Does this knock us out of the Boldin sweepstakes, or make it easier to trade Taylor?
Will we take Pat White in the 2nd round (since he was also a late look, like Harvin was), or will we go for someone like Loadholt?
by Lofoten on Apr 25, 2009 5:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We still keep taylor but it makes it so that we can move Harvin, AP and Taylor all over the field. The only limit is chilly’s imagination in package formations.
Taylor is great in the open field. Now Taylor can catch the bubble screen from the slot with Harvin and AP in the backfield and best part is that as a defense you DONT know which of the three (or if berrian) is getting the ball.
Weren’t a lot of people on here complaining about our “predictable offense”. Well this solves that.
by Hoss-Drone on Apr 25, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was just writing the same thing.
Now that we’ve acquired Harvin. Could we get a second round pick for Chester?
by Anthony Carter on Apr 25, 2009 5:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Chester has the youngest 29 year old legs in the NFL. He’s a proven back for a team that needs one now. He’s in his last year of his contract. And we just got a guy who can pose a real threat as a running back.
by Anthony Carter on Apr 25, 2009 5:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We should sign Vick for his ability in the wildcat!
by mjschaefer on Apr 25, 2009 5:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
OMG
I can’t say I’m in love with this pick. Anyone who’s been paying attention knows I have not been on the Harvin bandwagon but there’s no denying his talent. If the draft is about bringing in great football players we just got one. If he gets suspended though…….. I’ll be sooooo pissed!
by NYCVike on Apr 25, 2009 5:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I am glad for one thing….the Pack did NOT get Crabtree. That could have been big trouble since he may have Moss-type talent. Wouldnt want that possibility in our division.
by Lofoten on Apr 25, 2009 5:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow, nice touch to the draft. The tribute to the military. Goosepimples!
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by Lofoten on Apr 25, 2009 5:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pack gets NE pick
Vikes need to move up a little in the 2nd or now is that blog scenario over the last couple days gonna happen-Harvin and Pat White.
But Pleeeze, can we get an OT some how.
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 6:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
According to NFL.com
the reason the buccanears moved up two picks was that they were afraid that the purple and gold were going to hop in front of them and take josh freeman, qb for kansas. Even though it didn’t happen, interesting to ponder about this.
heres the link
http://blogs.nfl.com/2009/04/25/bucs-moved-up-to-steal-freeman-from-vikings/
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 6:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Anquan Boldin Trade update
i have a feeling that the titans are going to pick chris beanie wells, in order to have some more trade bait in order to get anquan boldin. This might be too juicy of a deal with beanie included for arizona to pass over.
by alldayson28 on Apr 25, 2009 6:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Harvin, a kick returner?
According to the Pioneer Press, Harvin will probably be used in the slot and as a returner. Where does this leave Bobby Wade…
http://www.twincities.com/news/ci_12227644?source=rss&_requestid=370043
by Lofoten on Apr 25, 2009 6:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't buy that.
They’ll groom, well not exactly groom, he can run the middle of the field ala Chris Carter. Bobby will be safe at slot, Bernard the long threat, Harvin will be the go to WR at mid range.
by CitrusFLViking on Apr 25, 2009 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That will work for me. Bobby is solid. Now Rice has to be wondering what his role will be. Trade Rice and a 2nd for Boldin? Then use Harvin like Bush in a 2-back formation?
by Lofoten on Apr 25, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Many A Poster...
on this site has expressed over and again how the Vikes need somebody to take some of the attention and load off A.P. Well, we now have that threat in Percy Harvin. I can’t wait for the season to start.
by purplegrey on Apr 25, 2009 6:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Great call
He brings a TON of potential and excitement to the team. And that’s the best gift a team can give on the draft.
by ericj69 on Apr 25, 2009 6:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was exhausting.
Two hundred and ten minutes straight of blogging. It might be incoherent, but boy it was fun! Keep commenting here and on the 2nd round thread.
by ericj69 on Apr 25, 2009 6:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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