2012 NFL Draft Stock - Team Meetings II
This new section highlights which players have improved or worsened their 2012 NFL Draft stock as the draft approaches.
By Charlie Campbell.
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2012 NFL Draft Stock Up
Chandler Jones, DE, Syracuse Jones has been one of the late risers in the draft process. ESPN's Mel Kiper and Todd McShay were the first two pundits to project Jones as a first-rounder and, not long afterward, NFL Network's Mike Mayock followed suit. Jones's draft stock is aided by the demand for pass rushers. The 6-foot-5, 266-pounder could stay as an end in a 4-3 defense or move to outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense.
Jones had a disappointing performance at the Combine with a slow 40 (4.85) and a low bench-press total (22). He totaled 38 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 7.5 tackles for a loss, two forced fumbles and one interception in just seven games this season. Jones has a nice combination of size and speed that allows him to combine a bull rush with a speed rush. After being a second-day pick for the majority of the lead up to the draft, Jones is now projected to be a first-rounder.
Shea McClellin, OLB, Boise State The buzz building around McClellin has been ferocious. He had a strong senior season and followed that up with an impressive Combine. McClellin (6-3) ran a fast 40 at 4.62 seconds and was tremendous in the field drills. That was even more impressive considering he added 12 pounds in a month to reach 260 pounds at Indianapolis. McClellin projects as an ideal 3-4 outside linebacker who can rush the passer and drop into coverage.
McClellin recorded 50 tackles, seven sacks, 12.5 tackles for a loss, two interceptions, one forced fumble and a blocked kick this year. Aside from playing as a traditional defensive end, he has lined up as both a stand-up rush linebacker and an inside linebacker. McClellin had 9.5 sacks in 2010. To start his senior season, he had an impressive game and got the better of Georgia offensive tackle Cordy Glenn, a likely first-round pick.
Sources have indicated that there are teams in the middle of the first round that are considering McClellin. They include the Jets and Chargers. It looks like McClellin has a serious shot of going in the top 25 and shouldn't fall past the Patriots at No. 27 or the Packers at No. 28.
Doug Martin, RB, Boise State The hard-charging Martin has laid claim to being the second-rated running back in the draft over Virginia Tech's David Wilson. Martin has even earned consideration for late in the first round. It wouldn't be surprising if he goes with the 32nd overall pick to the New York Giants. Martin is a complete back in the mold of Ray Rice. At the Senior Bowl and Combine, Martin (5-9, 223) put together excellent showings that illustrate his ability to be a pass receiver and blitz protector at the next level.
Martin put together a quality season in 2011. He averaged five yards per carry with 1,299 yards rushing and 16 touchdowns. Martin also contributed 28 receptions for 263 yards and two scores. He has the speed to rip off long runs and is built powerfully enough to break tackles and pick up yards after contact. The versatile ball-carrier is a skilled kick returner too.
If Martin doesn't go in the first round, he should go in the first 10 picks of the second round. It wouldn't be a complete surprise if Martin goes earlier than many expect. Cincinnati, Detroit or Denver could take him in the 20s.
Amini Silatolu, G/T, Midwestern State There as been a steady buildup in the buzz around Silatolu, and a lot of teams are showing interest. The 6-foot-4, 311-pounder had a nice showing at the Combine where he displayed quick feet and athleticism in the field drills. Silatolu has gone to visit Carolina, Dallas, Detroit, Minnesota, Tampa Bay, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and New England. He looks like a guard or right tackle in the NFL.
In speaking with one source, Silatolu projects to go in the No. 20-40 range of the draft. The Steelers and Ravens both could use guard help and may take him in the first round. Both teams are said to really like him. Sources also indicated they believe that some teams picking in the latter half of round two would trade up for him if he's available in the second round.
A.J. Jenkins, WR, Illinois Jenkins is a sleeper wide receiver who has a good number of fans in the scouting and coaching community. The appeal of 6-foot, 190-pounder is his speed to stretch the field while also having some size. Jenkins had a very productive senior season despite the fact that he had poor quarterback play. That was a common hinderance in his time at Illinois. Jenkins caught 90 passes for 1,276 yards and eight touchdowns in 2011. He hauled in 56 passes for 746 yards and seven touchdowns as a junior.
Jenkins performed well at the East-West Shrine before playing some at the Senior Bowl. He had a 40-yard dash time at 4.39 seconds at the Combine. Jenkins looks like he could be a good slot receiver in the NFL who can make some big plays downfield. He has the size to line up on the outside.
Jenkins could turn into a steal. He has moved up towards the top of round three in my 2012 mock draft . Jenkins could go off the board there on draft day, but he might surprise by sneaking into the second round. Jenkins has taken pre-draft visits to the Ravens, Jaguars, Chiefs and 49ers. Ergo, he could go in the No. 60-75 range.
Mike Adams, OT, Ohio State Adams is really benefitting from a weak class of offensive tackles, and, as usual, there is a high demand for left tackles. There is no doubt that the athletic 6-foot-7, 323-pounder has a great physical skill set to be an NFL left tackle. That tantalizing potential has his stock rising.
The negatives with Adams include his struggles with speed rushers, a questionable work ethic and character concerns stemming from suspensions in college. In the 2012 NFL Draft, he could go in the 20s to Cleveland, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Baltimore or the New York Giants. Adams has taken pre-draft visits to Cleveland, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Detroit and Buffalo. He also has the ability to move to right tackle.
Brian Quick, WR, Appalachian State Quick has risen from a mid-round prospect to a second-day pick and could sneak into the second round. Teams are intrigued with his size at 6-foot-4, 220-pounds. He has been a productive receiver over the past few seasons. Quick had his best season in 2011, hauling in 71 catches for 1,096 yards and 11 touchdowns. He totaled 47 catches for 844 yards and nine scores as a junior after hauling in 61 passes for 982 yards and four scores in 2009.
Quick did not impress at the Senior Bowl against the better competition. He fared better later in the week, but is still a bit of a developmental project in the NFL. Quick is a big receiver who looks like a possible red-zone threat on the next level.
There has been a lot of upheaval in the second-day class of wide receivers with stocks rising and falling for the likes of South Carolina's Alshon Jeffery, Rutgers' Mohamed Sanu and LSU's Rueben Randle. Quick has moved up, and there are some that like Quick more than some of those other potential second-rounders.
2012 NFL Draft Stock Down
Cordy Glenn, G/T, Georgia There are some rumors going around that Glenn could slip in the draft and fall into the second round. During the 2011 college football season, I thought that Glenn was being overrated and was a better fit in the second round. He struggled with speed rushers when he took on Boise State, LSU and Michigan State.
After the season, Glenn battled at the Senior Bowl and helped his stock. There is a wide variety in the opinions of him and that hurts. Some believe he's a first-rounder and can stay at tackle, but others think that he should move inside to guard as a second-round pick. With the big divide in the opinions, Glenn could go lower than expected on draft day.
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D.Moore DE
02-27-2013
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I guess Moore has some red flags for personality issues...I heard he's mess off the field and does what he wants whenever he wants and listens to no-one
Charlie Campbell still sucks
02-27-2013
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Yet another lazily written Charlie Campbell piece. How the hell are you still employed? You left off about 10 guys who should also have a stock down simply because you were too lazy to write about them.
Caleb
02-27-2013
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Knile has always been a workout warrior, so of course he had a good showing at the Combine and likely the UA Pro Day.
That isn't his problem. Watch film from last year. It's a mental thing, he's afraid to get hit. Never was the same after his ankle injury. He'll flash now but will be totally different when the pads go on.
Will
02-27-2013
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How about David Amerson? The guy did excellent in the 40 to go along with his supreme height and weight.
Bob
02-27-2013
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Since when is Damontre Moore a WR?
Dontari Poe
02-27-2013
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According to Profootballfocus he was 8th in run stop % and last among DT's as a pass rusher. He also was negatively rated in both Run defense and as a pass rusher. Basically what I'm saying is no way was he ranked 4th among DT's against the run. He also wasn't very good at all last year with a -10 overall grade(average being 0) and below average around 5. He was more in the 'Bad' range.
Matt
02-27-2013
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WOW, such insight! Don't talk about Sio Moore or Cornelius Washington who not only tore up the E/W Shrine Game & looked fantastic at the Senior Bowl, but both also had workouts that put them up in Rd 2 discussions.
Sio Moore may be a surprise pick for the Ravens in the 1st, after Teo crapped his thong & Ogletree continues to show himself as a deginerate F Up! Step it up Walt!
Who cares?
02-27-2013
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I hope Margus Hunt switches to TE so teams will have to cover a 6'8" 266 pound guy that can run at a 4.6 clip. Good luck NFL.
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02-18-2013
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Alec Ogletree gets arrested for DUI and his current stock stays the same?
Jim Carol
02-12-2013
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@ wrongggg: Who's your source On Dontari Poe?
wrongggg
02-05-2013
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"every combine star was a bust so far"
really? last I checked, as of week 15, dontari poe was the 4th ranked DL against the run in the nfl.
kctorman
02-05-2013
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gosh, we really needed ANOTHER LEON SANDCASTLE COMMENT. cmon people. what a bunch of sheep!
stock up: geno smith for not going to senior bowl and then claiming to media that he will throw at the combine.
Super bowl
02-05-2013
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What about Leon Sandcastle?
Boomer
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If Sharrif Floyd is around at pick 18 for Dallas, they will swipe him up in a hurry.
Also, some team in the middle to late 1st round is going to make a lot of teams regret not taking Jarvis Jones. The tape speaks for itself. -TheNFLMock http://thenflmock.com/
F
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Honestly, the combine means nothing in terms of hidden gems, every combine star drafted last year was a bust so far.
Really, last I checked Josh Robinson was starting for a playoff team. |
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