The Valley Ranch Review: No Deal from Jets for Austin?; Choice Makes It Happen

by Aaron Novinger on Apr 14, 2009 11:05 AM CDT in News Comment 70 comments

In case you missed it from our earlier post, the NY Daily News Jets blog says:

The Jets' courtship of Cowboys WR Miles Austin is "dead," according to a person with knowledge of the situation.

Update: following up on Sunday's story, the Giants are in fact the mystery team talking to the Browns about WR Braylon Edwards. Yahoo Sports' Jason Cole writes that teams are haggling over compensation, with the Browns wanting a 2nd, a 5th and WR Steve Smith and the Giants offering a 2nd, a 5th and WR Domenik Hixon. New York is said to be "motivated" and the deal is expected to be hammered out soon.

The deal's reported parameters are slightly at odds with Mike Lombardi's, National Football Post story I linked over the weekend, which said Cleveland had an offer of a first round pick. Of course, Lombardi may be referring to another team, but it's hard to see Cleveland passing up a 1st rounder.

-- Rafael

From his special teams tackle in the season opener, to his onside kick recovery in Arizona, to his stabilizing the Cowboys' running game against four of the NFL's toughest defenses late last season, rookie Tashard Choice earned his team's trust. This year, the trick for Dallas coaches will be to create more opportunities for getting Choice on the field. While fellow running backs, Marion Barber and Felix Jones, have returned to full health--both will be counted on to contribute heavily to the offense. As for Choice, if last year is any indicator, the more he is on the field the more he succeeds.

How will Choice fit in the offense this season? Nick Eatman says that the Cowboys (notably offensive coordinator Jason Garrett) must find a way in DC.com's Roster Rundown series.

Get to know more about Choice on this episode of Inside the Huddle. You will get a glimpse into the witty future of Big D as tight end Martellus Bennett talks with the running back about his favorite music, his "T.C." end zone dance, and work ethic.

Also, if you missed Choice's skit at the 2008 NFL Rookie Symposium, it too is worth watching.

You can keep up with what's happening with Tashard this offseason here.

The Ranch Report confirms a visit with Louis Delmas by the Cowboys. Delmas says this about playing defense in college:

"In the defenses we ran, I was usually directed to cover, because my coaches felt that I was a playmaker," he remembered. "No matter where the ball went, I was in the play. I was maybe 20 percent in the box in any given game. We'd run halves, thirds, hard Cover-2, a man Cover-2, we'd run a lot of Fire Zone, and three-man deep."

The Ranch Report also confirms a visit with DT Ra'Shon Harris.

Looking for additional help in the interior defensive line, the Dallas Cowboys have worked out Oregon defensive tackle Ra'Shon Harris (6-4, 298), TheRanchReport.com has learned.

Don't forget. Today is the 2009 NFL Schedule Release Day!

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Good work Bigrigga

I like hearing about the people that visit. It gives us a idea on who were looking at drafting. Id like to see more ilb and db’s visiting.

I thank God everyday i wasnt born a Eagles fan!!!!!!

by regaberto on Apr 14, 2009 11:37 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

give me delmas and I be happy...

Lets see if we can make a move up to grab this guy…Were not using all the 11 picks anyway so i make the move…then i concentrate on o line and d line with our remaining picks along with a lb…easier said than done i know…If that does not work just take rashad johnson at 51 and go from there …

by scandrick32 on Apr 14, 2009 11:41 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

+1

I’m all for trading up to draft Delmas, the kid is simply the playmaker we’ve been looking for since Woody left.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 12:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Trade up???

no way…..he is a low second, high third round pick….You heard it here…were not drafting a safety in the second round. They are high on Sensabaugh so there is no reason to use a 2nd round pick on a safety. I saw his scouting report and he sounds like another RW1….bad angles, not a great athlete and the worst part is he shy’s away from contact..Jenkins???

Either trade up to get a impact player or trade out of the second round all together and get an extra third and go for a NT or OL…

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 1:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Jenkins doesnt shy away from contact

He blew one tackle..And i agree on the scouting reports on delmas they all say he takes bad lines. but if they draft him its gonna be because his game tape and interviews not because of scouting reports.

I thank God everyday i wasnt born a Eagles fan!!!!!!

by regaberto on Apr 14, 2009 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrxYjByWLtY watch some of his highlights in USF

I thank God everyday i wasnt born a Eagles fan!!!!!!

by regaberto on Apr 14, 2009 1:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I dont think Jenkins does either, but there were alot of people bashing him for what appeared to be shying away from contact

when really it was him taking a bad angle.

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Safety class is weak. Just not sold on him in the 2nd round. 3rd round yes, not 2nd...

I would actually draft Chung in the 3rd if he was there before Delmas in the 2nd.

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 1:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thank you.

"I see the door, I just get off on running through the wall." - Young Tripp

by Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88) on Apr 14, 2009 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

you're reading the wrong report Boyz

Delmas is the hardest hitting safety in the draft, absolutely loves contact, and is a great cover guy, actually the opposite of RW1.

Get your facts straight, he’s easily an early 2nd rd pick and if he was slightly larger, easily a 1st rd pick.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

nope......wrong Terry

Delmas lacks size and strength and is just not a great athlete. He is not a great line hitter and can be run over by big and aggressive runners. He tends to shy away from contact, and his level of competition is a concern.

http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=1884

Cons: Lacks the bulk most teams prefer. … Likes to evade blockers, rather than taking them on and shedding blocks. … Resorts to low tackles and will, occasionally, duck his head and swipe

http://www.milehighreport.com/2009/3/26/805293/fs-louis-delmas-western-mi

Just average timed speed and quickness….Lacks a burst to close.. Can be too agrressive at times..Needs to get stronger…Doesn’t always take proper angles..has some trouble in space and will miss tackles..Will struggle to man up pro wideouts…Didn’t face a lot of elie competition..

http://www.draftcountdown.com/scoutingreports/s/Louis-Delmas.php

Thats not qualities worthy of a 2nd round pick I want. If the Cowboys scouting department has the same evaluation on him they won’t sniff him in the 2nd round…

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 2:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

those scouting reports are garbage

Scott Wright who is one of the best draft experts in the biz states otherwise

Very tough and physical…Excellent instincts and awareness…Does an outstanding job against the run…Will deliver the big hit…Very smooth with good range…Has the ability to match up in coverage…Active and is always around the action…Decent hands and ball skills…Very productive…Hard worker…Has a lot of experience…True team leader

http://www.draftcountdown.com/scoutingreports/s/Louis-Delmas.php

If you actually watch tape of this kid, you’ll see this report is much more accurate

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The last one was from draftcountdown.com

Just average timed speed and quickness….Lacks a burst to close.. Can be too agrressive at times..Needs to get stronger…Doesn’t always take proper angles..has some trouble in space and will miss tackles..Will struggle to man up pro wideouts…Didn’t face a lot of elie competition..

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 2:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yeah, I could have said the same thing

about Troy Palomala coming out of college except for the elite competition comment.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 2:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

the only reports that matter are the ones generated in real war rooms

and Dallas has a high opinion of the guy.

by Rafael Vela on Apr 14, 2009 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Listening to DC.com with Eatman today they don't seem to think a second round safety will happen

Sounds like a ILB, OL, DT are the top positions of need.

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

they also said that about WR

for the past two years. If safety isn’t a position of need for the Cowboys, then nothing is.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

They also said a WR will probably be drafted because we are actually thin there

and Stanback is not a WR in their eyes…..goto DC.com and listen to the last half of what they said about Stanback if you like.

If we didn’t trade for RW we would be taking a WR this year without question.

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 3:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

well, I always don't agree with Eatman

and his cohorts, I think Stanback has a chance to be special given his sic athletic ability, we’ll see this year, however, Hurd, Austin and Crayton are very solid players and Austin could have a breakout year.

I actually see WR as one of our deeper positions actually besides RB and TE.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

If Stanback is going to be anything he has to show it this year or he won't be around much longer

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

he will show plenty this year....with Romo, Kitna, and whoever throwing to him in pre season, your looking at our leading receiver by the time preseason is over....wait and watch...

He’ll pass Hurd<—(If he even makes the roster) by week 1, and be pushing Austin/Crayton for some reps this season..

He will be the back up at Roy Williams position…

All while being a primary kick return specialist…..not bad for a 4th-5th WR

by My_2_Cents on Apr 14, 2009 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Lead WR...dont see it..lol

He will be lucky to be a 3rd or 4th WR the rest of his career. I just dont see him making the transistion sucessfully….He will probably be a career special teamer and gimick receiver.

He is definately not pushing Austin out of the 2nd position. The only chance he has is knocking Crayton out.

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

If read carefully, I clearly said he would shine in preseason, and lead the team in reception during the preseason schedule...That's all....

He will be lucky to be a 3rd or 4th WR the rest of his career

That’s all that should have ever been expected of him, that, and primary kick return specialist of course….

He’s right on schedule and will match or surpass Austins 18 career receptions after his first three seasons..(which should be done with 16+ receptions this season).

He will eventually take on more of a 3rd-4th WR role in season 4-5 once Crayton is put out to pasture in a few years, very similiar to what’s expected of Austin this upcoming season…An injury to any of the top three guys this year puts Stanback in the spotlight…..Let’s hope for the best., and an injury free season.

by My_2_Cents on Apr 14, 2009 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

lol....too funny.....I actually side with Boyz on this one, Delmas is over hyped because the FS class as a whole is very weak...

I’ve watched tons of tape on Delmas, and he surely isn’t the “hardest” hitter (although he will make a concerted effort to make the tackle, and usually goes in head down, and penchant for not wrapping up, and will whiff on occasion), and is not an in the box type (within 10 yards from line of scrimmage), ……nor is he the best coverage guy available, (and would be a liability out on an island out in deep coverage)…He would be a great underneath nickle S spying RB’s and TE’s out of the backfield, but nearly any WR in the league would smoke him him on a deep route, and it’s true of his lack of recognition/reaction skills, and his poor driving approach with angles………

YES..his overall combination of physical toughness and coverage ability puts him in the mid 2nd mix….but that’s not really saying much, as he’s the only pure FS among the top 75 picks….converted CB’s with a physical presence is what we should be focused on…CB/FS-Sean Smith, CB/FS-J Byrd, S Martin types…,guys that played CB but have the size and coverage abilities to convert to deep zone coverage…..

all that being said, I would take Delmas at #51, IF all the top rated OL were off the board…..

I still contend that Will Moore is the better overall value Safety and fits our needs of a physical thumping game changer within the 10-15 yard coverage type…Hamlin is our deep guy, and QB of the defense…and not going anywhere…..

W Moore, C Vaughn, and D Burton are the types of Safeties we need…those are Darren Woodson types….

by My_2_Cents on Apr 14, 2009 5:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

The safety class lacks top quality, but has a lot of depth. I don’t see too much of a drop between Delmas and 5 or 6 other guys. I would hate to see them trade up to get him.

I just hope the Cowboys stick with their board and take the BPA on defense, or an O-lineman with that #51.

Feb. 27 -- Veteran free agency signing period begins. Trading period begins.
April 25-26 -- NFL Draft

by APerfectStar on Apr 14, 2009 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

How can you say Boyzfan's references to scouting reports are garbage....

And then you quote from the EXACT SAME SOURCE?

His source: http://www.draftcountdown.com/scoutingreports/s/Louis-Delmas.php

Your source: http://www.draftcountdown.com/scoutingreports/s/Louis-Delmas.php

Whose garbage are you to believe?

by BishopWest on Apr 14, 2009 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I really meant the first report

that report is totally off

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

FFtoolbox is a good informative sight......

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

It was the same scouting report he referenced..lol

He quoted the Pros and I quoted the Cons…

I dont know a whole lot on him and I’m sure he is a decent safety, but everything I’m reading on him says the same things….He smells alot like RW1 and we don’t need that type of player at SS.

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

thats not true

he’s the exact opposite of RW1, like I said if you watch actual tape, you’ll see those things you’ve been reading are wrong.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

So RW didn't take bad angles????

Thats what every scouting report weakness says about Delmas…That, and he shys away from contact.. You can’t draft a safety, especially a SS if those are his weaknesses

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm not talking about bad angles

I’m saying he definitely doesn’t shy away from contact, just youtube the kid and you’ll see thats a completely false statement. He absolutely loves contact from what I saw. Pound for pound, no player hits harder in this draft.

BTW, he’s not a SS, he’s a FS.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

he's no SS.....believe that....strickly a nickle/dime inside DB....which is fine....but he's nobody a RB is going to shy away from...might even go looking for him...lol..like Jenkins..

I agree with Terry that he doesn’t shy from throwing his body out there at an attempted tackle…but he does try to avoid blocks, and can be dupped out of position at times, and doesn’t have great textbook tackling form, and noticed he shoots for the ankles on most tackles, or lunges to throw his shoulder in there (late Roy) …alas Scandrick/Deion type tackler…which is fine as long as you don’t miss…because wrapping up, and driving through the tackle are not in his data base…angles is one of THEE most important parts of playing a free safety position….play recognition/reaction , first step, all being right up there….I have reports that he can/does fall for the play fake/play action, and if you add that to bad angles, slow reaction, and average 4.5+ speed can leave man hangin’…….he’s decent/good at both coverage and run support…but not great at anything…add in his rather slight build, we have the makings of a career back up / nickle back / special teamer…..which isn’t bad, as I don’t see any draft prospect taking a starting position anytime soon…

but do you want that notion going into drafting your first pick ??? He is not a sure thing…is all i can say about him…

by My_2_Cents on Apr 14, 2009 5:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

You are looking for a free safety who DOESN'T try to avoid blockers?

If those are your criteria, you’re going to have an impressively aggressive safety for about 2 weeks and then you’re going to have a backup safety playing for the rest of the season because your starter will be on the DL with a separated shoulder.

Coverage safeties have to be competent tacklers. They do not have to be bullish inside linebackers who take on pulling guards at the point of contact. Let’s relax a bit here.

Larry Allen benched 700 pounds. That is Leonard Davis times two.

by Tim Wilson on Apr 14, 2009 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Mayock said Delmas is the best run defending FS in a long time

He ranks him as the #1 safety in this draft

http://www.nfl.com/draft/story?id=09000d5d80dff358&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true

Sensi MAY have a break out year, he MAYgo to the probowl and he MAY even sign long term – but it could be with another team.

I would be very happy to land Delmas at #51. However if he’s not there then don’t reach to get a FS. I think SS William Moore is also worth a shot at #51 but I would prefer to wait for any of the other safeties.

What happens is Ron Brace, Louis Delmas and Duke Robinson are all on the board at #51 – TRADE DOWN! and then use the extra pick to trade up later.

by birdness on Apr 14, 2009 4:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Out of those 3 and I hate picking OL that early given the bad luck we have....I would probably take Robinson

then Brace….

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Guess this blog should be called

BBT – Bloggin Bout Tashard

by bryangene on Apr 14, 2009 11:41 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Well I guess I will get me a Choice jersey now so I can do the T.C. dance

Since I can’t do the T.O. anymore

Game Recognize Game

by pretty ricky on Apr 14, 2009 12:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I know that every team has to do their do dilligence and have players visit for an interview and so fort, but

doesn’t the visiting players kind of give up what the team intentions are? and if you buy to that line of thinking, could having a particular players visit with the team simply be a smokescreen?

by dcfanz on Apr 14, 2009 12:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

it is in many cases for sure

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Apr 14, 2009 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yes and yes to your questions

by Rafael Vela on Apr 14, 2009 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Jerry's not like that

He only deceptive when his lips are moving.

by birdness on Apr 14, 2009 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Is there a combined list of players Dallas has hosted/interviewed?

If not, maybe we could pool our knowledge together and make one.

I can think of a few: Jasper Brinkley, Marcus Freeman, Darry Beckwith

Feb. 27 -- Veteran free agency signing period begins. Trading period begins.
April 25-26 -- NFL Draft

by APerfectStar on Apr 14, 2009 1:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

These were the locals:

TCU: RB Aaron Brown, C Blake Schlueter, LB Jason Phillips, LB Stephen Hodge and LB Robert Henson.
University of Texas: G Cedric Dockery, DE Henry Melton
New Mexico State QB Chase Holbrook
Oklahoma CB Lendy Holmes
Houston DE Phillip Hunt
Utah DB Brice McCain
Texas Tech DE Brandon Williams
Sam Houston State QB Rhett Bomar
Missouri QB Chase Daniel

Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Say that fast, five times!

by Aaron Novinger on Apr 14, 2009 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Here's some more

QB: Stephen McGee, Chase Daniel, Tom Brandstater
DB: Mike Hamlin, Louis Delmas, Darcel McBath, Jarius Byrd, Bradley Fletcher
LB: Lawrence Sidbury, Jason Williams
TE: Anthony Hill, James Casey
WR: Patrick Turner

http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2009/4/3/821037/cowboys-set-some-pre-draft-visits

Feb. 27 -- Veteran free agency signing period begins. Trading period begins.
April 25-26 -- NFL Draft

by APerfectStar on Apr 14, 2009 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Giants + Braylon?

Citing two sources “with knowledge of the negotiations,” Yahoo Sports reports that the Giants are expected to trade for Braylon Edwards before the April 25-26 NFL Draft.
“The Giants are going to have to up the offer a bit, but (the Browns) are willing to move him,” a source said. “The Giants are motivated.” Edwards is an ideal fit to replace Plaxico Burress at split end in New York. With Rob Royal and David Patten as their top pass catchers left, however, new OC Brian Daboll is going to deserve a medal if Cleveland finishes above 25th in offense.

Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Say that fast, five times!

by Aaron Novinger on Apr 14, 2009 1:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Edwards=OVERRATED!!

He doesn’t scare anyone…

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

didn't he drop more than TO last season? I'd love this.

Don't believe everything you think.

Your causes are cute!!!

by stoproyce on Apr 14, 2009 1:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

He led the league.

On the flip side of the trade (regarding Raf’s update), I would really like to see the Browns snag Steve Smith away from the G-Men. Our 3rd down defensive guys would be exstatic.

Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Say that fast, five times!

by Aaron Novinger on Apr 14, 2009 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

Edwards lead the league in dropped passes last season.

“Deep pass to Edwards who’s open deep…OH NO!…he dropped it” (camera pans to Eli making the gosh darnit face, then back to Edwards jogging back to the huddle) the boos cascade down over the field. Beautiful.

Feb. 27 -- Veteran free agency signing period begins. Trading period begins.
April 25-26 -- NFL Draft

by APerfectStar on Apr 14, 2009 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

He did have some amazing catches in '07, though.

Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Draft Nick Reed. Say that fast, five times!

by Aaron Novinger on Apr 14, 2009 2:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah

That guy better not resurface if this trade goes through.

Feb. 27 -- Veteran free agency signing period begins. Trading period begins.
April 25-26 -- NFL Draft

by APerfectStar on Apr 14, 2009 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not good for us..

Braylan is a stud. I know he had an off year last year, but the guy is ultra talented..

"No matter where you go, you are what you are playa"-Jay Z

by Wmillion on Apr 14, 2009 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

He is overrated....

not worried at all..

by Boyzfan94 on Apr 14, 2009 4:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ra'Shon Harris

is an interesting prospect. I had him in my last mock. If the Boys could get him in the 6th or 7th round I would excited.

http://www.draftcountdown.com/scoutingreports/dt/RaShon-Harris.php

by tyler2 on Apr 14, 2009 1:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

What's the offensive formation

That looks like a diamond, with the FB being the bottom, two tailbacks being the sides, and a very deep back being the top point? I can see Red Ball throwing all four running backs (Cricket included) out there and spreading the side backs to the flanks at the snap, freeing up man on man for Felix and MB3, faking a dive to Choice.

by GhostofGaryHogeboom on Apr 14, 2009 2:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

a modified Wishbone?

would there be a QB in this formation?

by AustonianAggie on Apr 14, 2009 3:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

also, I think both Tackles have to have someone cover them

ie there needs to be someone at the LOS who is not an OL player on each play on each side of the OL

by AustonianAggie on Apr 14, 2009 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Haha...

Bro I believe you, but I have never seen a formation with four runningbacks in it.

It sounds kind of like a wishbone as Aggie said, with a runningback substituting for one of the TE’s.

They've done studies, you know. 60% of the time it works, every time.

by AirforceBat on Apr 14, 2009 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Dallas will host the gints in the home opener

http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/04/14/the-first-official-schedule-leak/

Ignore the Mainstream Media, EMBRACE THE HATE!!!!

by cowboy78 on Apr 14, 2009 3:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Sweet

I called that one.

Feb. 27 -- Veteran free agency signing period begins. Trading period begins.
April 25-26 -- NFL Draft

by APerfectStar on Apr 14, 2009 5:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

From Yahoo

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Braylon Edwards is expected to become a member of the New York Giants before the NFL draft on April 25-26, according to a pair of sources with knowledge of the negotiations. For a 2nd, 5th and Hixon.

Interesting

They've done studies, you know. 60% of the time it works, every time.

by what_the_crap on Apr 14, 2009 4:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

2 round mock

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfldraftscout-RobRang

by tyler2 on Apr 14, 2009 4:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Wow, another nasty December ahead.

Schedule

"I see the door, I just get off on running through the wall." - Young Tripp

by Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88) on Apr 14, 2009 6:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Looks good to me

I think they got a good deal with that schedule, except the Bye week is a bit early.

Feb. 27 -- Veteran free agency signing period begins. Trading period begins.
April 25-26 -- NFL Draft

by APerfectStar on Apr 14, 2009 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

At the end of the year this year, coaches in their 1st year has a strong showing

Remember Sean Peyton’s 3 years back? Now, Dallas plays the Saints in Decemeber again. If this is the 3rd straight year where the Saints lifelessly drift along Dallas could pounce on them in December and we could see the end of Peyton in NO

by AustonianAggie on Apr 14, 2009 6:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs