One story that has generated some buzz this week was the (decertified) NFLPA allegedly asking the potential invitees to the 2011 NFL Draft (presumably their representatives) to boycott attending the festivities at Radio Music City Hall. If DeMaurice Smith, former Executive Director of the NFLPA, was trying to determine whether or not the players involved actually wanted to attend the draft, those players have every right to question this tactic. Former NFLPA President Troy Vincent walked that walk across the stage in 1992 after hearing his name called by the Miami Dolphins with the seventh overall selection. He got his handshake from the Commissioner. Vincent knows what that excitement felt like, and it’s easy to speculate that this topic would never have even come up if a former player such as Vincent was heading the union today. Perhaps it was with keen foresight (or a serious miscalculation) that
Monthly Archives: March 2011
Player Spotlight: David Arkin, Missouri State
Reverend Ralph and OG David Arkin discuss the offensive lineman’s recent ascent from being a late-round pick to being a possible day-two selection. Arkin is undoubtedly one of the more devastating blockers in the upcoming draft.
On The Clock: No. 17 Oakland Raiders
On The Clock: No. 17 Oakland Raiders: 8-8, 3nd In the AFC West
General Manager: Al Davis (49th Year), Head Coach: Hue Jackson (1st Year/2nd Year With Raiders), Offensive Coordinator: Al Saunders (1st Year), Defensive Coordinator: Chuck Bresnahan (1st Year)
Offense Rankings: No. 10 Overall, No. 6 Scoring, No. 23 Passing, No. 2 Rushing
Defense Rankings: No. 11 Overall, No. 20 Scoring, No. 2 Passing, No. 29 Rushing
The Five Year Plan – Record: 24-56; Last Playoff Appearance: 2002; Last Playoff Victory: 2002 Season (41-24 Over the Tennessee Titans in the AFC Championship Game)
2010 Draft: (1-8) ILB Rolando McClain, (2-44) DE Lamarr Houston, (3-69) OT Jared Veldheer, (4-106) OT Bruce Campbell, (4-108) WR Jacoby Ford, (5-138) CB Walter McFadden, (6-190) LB Travis Goethel, (7-215) DB Jeremy
Player Spotlight: Cortez Allen, The Citadel
Combine invite Cortez Allen awaits his March 28 pro day giving him one more chance to impress the NFL scouts, coach’s and GM’s. Bringing the NFL stars of tomorrow to you today on the NFL Draft Bible Player Spotlight Show, hosted by Bo Marchionte.
Player Spotlight: Kenny Rowe, Oregon
Leading the PAC-10 with 11.5 sacks Rowe achieved Honorable Mention honors with in the conference. Bringing the NFL stars of tomorrow to you today on the NFL Draft Bible Player Spotlight Show,, hosted by Bo Marchionte.
Player Spotlight: Chase Reynolds, Montana
Reverend Ralph and Chase Reynolds talk about the running back’s days of playing eight-man football back in high school. Reynolds put on a great showing during his pro day and is one of this year’s late-round sleepers.
Player Spotlight: Niles Brinkley, Wisconsin
Former Wisconsin Badger DB Niles Brinkley takes some time to talk with Football Rob. In this episode, we review Brinkley’s college career, take a look ahead to the NFL Draft, and also discuss how the player lockout is affecting the new class of NFL talent.
On The Clock: No. 16 Jacksonville Jaguars
On The Clock: No. 16 Jacksonville Jaguars: 8-8, 2nd In the AFC South
General Manager: Gene Smith (3rd Year), Head Coach: Jack Del Rio (9th Year), Offensive Coordinator: Dirk Koetter (5th Year), Defensive Coordinator: Mel Tucker (3rd Year)
Offense Rankings: No. 15 Overall, No. 18 Scoring, No. 27 Passing, No. 3 Rushing
Defense Rankings: No. 28 Overall, No. 27 Scoring, No. 28 Passing, No. 22 Rushing
The Five Year Plan – Record: 39-41; Last Playoff Appearance: 2007; Last Playoff Victory: 2007 Season (31-29 Over the Pittsburgh Steelers)
2010 Draft: (1-10) DT Tyson Alualu, (3-74) DT D’Anthony Smith, (5-143) DE Larry Hart, (5-153) DE Austen Lane, (6-180) RB Deji Karim, (6-203) DB
On The Clock: No. 15 Miami Dolphins
On The Clock: No. 15 Miami Dolphins: 7-9, 3nd In the AFC East
General Manager: Jeff Ireland (4th Year), Head Coach: Tony Sparano (4th Year), Offensive Coordinator: Brian Daboll (1st Year), Defensive Coordinator: Mike Nolan (2nd Year)
Offense Rankings: No. 21 Overall, No. 30 Scoring, No. 15 Passing, No. 21 Rushing
Defense Rankings: No. 6 Overall, No. 13 Scoring, No. 8 Passing, No. 7 Rushing
The Five Year Plan – Record: 32-48; Last Playoff Appearance: 2008; Last Playoff Victory: 2000 Season (23-17 Over the Indianapolis Colts)
2010 Draft: (1-28) DT Jared Odrick, (2-40) OLB Koa Misi, (3-73) OG John Jerry, (4-119) LB A.J. Edds, (5-145) Nolan Carroll, (5-149) LB Chris McCoy, (7-252) LB Austin
Update: 2011 NFL Pro Day Results
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