T.J. Tampa projected as first round pick going into NFL Combine
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I would also argue that WR3 position has become more important even since he was drafted and he has the Protoss style and physical lift needed for it.
Finally, at least he's going to a solid franchise so he'll have every chance to succeed there.
Difficult enough cheering for the 49ers. Steelers had OL needs taking an OT & C with 1st two picks, then have a shot for TJ in 4th round, which I would have never expected and they choose... a Guard.
Well, if you drop round-wise the hope is you go to a good team that you fit well in. Playing any defensive position for the Ravens meets that & then some. Go get it, TJ! Use that chip well (& I won't mind you doing so vs the Steelers)
Well, if you drop round-wise the hope is you go to a good team that you fit well in. Playing any defensive position for the Ravens meets that & then some. Go get it, TJ! Use that chip well (& I won't mind you doing so vs the Steelers)
You mean the strategy dozens of other teams in the past 3+ years incorporated into their defensive schemes due to ISU's defensive success?
Was hoping they would have showed his closing speed and tackle in the iowa game from last year.
Holy hyperbole...
Plenty of 3rd thru 7th round picks end up better than those from from the 1st two days.
Have players in those schemes been picked lower than projected? Do NFL teams use our scheme? It’s not wrong for that statement to question our scheme with reshared to how our players get drafted.
I tend to think others were just better. Heck, they picked a guy from Toledo much earlier than Tampa. No conspiracies, just GM’s thinking others were better. Now time to prove them wrong.
I think that many in the league view it as a gimmick defense. Or at most something you use only situationally. But as far as CBs, ISU doesn’t really emphasize speed. Corners don’t have to turn and cover as much because of all the safeties behind them. We seem to care more about short area quickness and tackling ability. Our CB film doesn’t really translate well to NFL schemes. So, it probably shouldn’t be a surprise that Tampa dropped just due to uncertainty.
Players definitely get chosen based on playing for certain teams or conferences: GA, Bama, Michigan, Oregon, SEC
If you test off the charts (as Quinyon Mitchell did), then you'll be drafted during the first two days no matter the team. Don't think Campbell/the program has fully sealed the perception or reputation for all positions quite yet, so hope Tampa balls out & seals the deal for another position. RBs will get initial nod. QB probably as well, with Purdy's success. TE & OLD/DE - may be close depending on how Kolar & McDonald perform next couple seasons.
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