Bowl Games / Players to Watch

[cmhargrove]

Just thought I would start a thread to help myself out. We are rapidly approaching the major college bowls and I thought I would ask for a few of the players I should watch for. (I don't really watch many college games).

I have watched McFadden run, I have also seen Dorsey dominate the line (even with a leg injury). Who else should I watch for, and please tell me what team they play for so I can keep an eye out this Bowl season.

What other DT's, how about O-line, and LB as well? Let me know who you would really want with a pick around #9-12 so I can watch them.

Thanks.

[dbfan21]

Keep an eye out for Kevin Smith (RB, University of Central Florida) against Mississippi State in the Liberty Bowl on Dec 29. This guy is an animal and is on the brink of breaking the single-season rushing record held by Barry Sanders (180 yards shy). Granted, Barry did it in less games at OSU, but lets face it - Barry was one of the greatest. Kevin is coming back for his senior season and should be a favorite for the Heisman.

And yes, this is the same school that produced Brandon Marshall.

Go Knights!!

[Garcia Bronco]

Orange Bowl:

Brandon Flowers(CB), Xavier Adibi(LB), and Vince Hall(LB), Ellis DE/DT.

The Hokies have had a top ten defense for over a decade in college ball. John Engelberger is a product of this system, and while John isn't an everydown starter IMO, you see the kind of committment you get from him on the field.

[elsid13]

For tonight game ASU vs Texas

Texas
DT - OKam = Big DT
RB - Charles - very fast runner
S/CB - Marcus Griffin

ASU-
RB- Ryan Torain - Been hurt, but I really like this kid as a sleeper late.

[elsid13]

Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

Orange Bowl:

Brandon Flowers(CB), Xavier Adibi(LB), and Vince Hall(LB), Ellis DE/DT.

The Hokies have had a top ten defense for over a decade in college ball. John Engelberger is a product of this system, and while John isn't an everydown starter IMO, you see the kind of committment you get from him on the field.

You forgot the WR Eddie Royal. Great speed to be a slot WR and Punt/Kick Returner.

[Bob]

I wonder where Dorsey will go this year -- if he slipped to 3 we might be able to trade up to nab him...

Unlike the doom and gloom I see on the Mane, I dont think we are 40 players short, and four years away from the playoffs.

We get two OL men that are good, one middle linebacker, and a great DT in the middle... and I think that most of our problems are solved. Those that want to blow up our current system to start over again will take us back -- not foward.

[Broncoman13]

Originally Posted by elsid13

For tonight game ASU vs Texas

Texas
DT - OKam = Big DT
RB - Charles - very fast runner
S/CB - Marcus Griffin

ASU-
RB- Ryan Torain - Been hurt, but I really like this kid as a sleeper late.

Good job elsid!!! Those are the exact players I was going to mention as well. Charles is a VERY Fast Runner that has some decent power. He put Selvin Young on the bench a lot as a Frosh. Mack would start Selvin but Charles got the bulk of the carries. Okam is a huge DT. I've had this conversation with Med... is he another Shaun Rogers, or another Rodrique Wright? I think he'll fall somewhere in between, but closer to Rogers than Wright. I'd take either one of those Texas kids (Okam/Charles) with our 2nd round pick. I'd even consider moving up a bit for Okam. Charles will likely be available in the 2nd round around #40 (which is around where I think we'll pick). For those that haven't seen him run, check him out tonight. He's the kind of back that can take it the distance at any time and usually has strong 4th quarters. They say he's run the 100m in 10.08 to give you an idea of his speed. Officially, he's run a 10.23:

College track
Jamaal has run a 4.2 40 yard dash, benched 300 pounds and squatted 400 pounds.

On March 11, 2006, Charles placed fourth in the NCAA 60-meter indoor track and field championship finals. On May 14, 2006 Charles captured his first conference title and the third Big 12 100-meter title for Texas by winning the event in 10.23 at the Big 12 outdoor meet. He led the 200 meter race after the preliminary round but elected not to participate in the final, as Texas had the Big 12 team title well in hand. On June 10th, at the NCAA outdoor competition, Charles took a fifth in the 100 meter finals, edging out UTEP's stand-out sprinter Churandy Martina (sixth place), who earlier in the year ran a 9.76 (wind-aided) 100-meters, which is just shy of the current 100-meter world record time (9.74). Charles also placed seventh in the 200 meter finals, and ran the third leg of the 4 x 100 Texas Longhorn relay team, earning a fifth place in the finals. Charles' efforts helped the Longhorns earn a third place showing for the men's track and field team, the highest since a second place finish at the 1997 NCAA finals. Thus, Charles completed his first collegiate track season as a four-time All-American (60m indoor, 100m outdoor, 200m outdoor, 4x100m relay outdoor).

Also, he's 6'1 and 205#. Weaknesses include trying to taking a lot of runs to the outside and he's had some ball security problems. Very similar to Tatum Bell but faster and better hands as a receiver. Oh, and today is his 21st birthday so he'll be relatively young coming out...

[elsid13]

OSKIE

Rodrique Wright is actually playing pretty well for MIA. I think he would have gone higher if that shoulder wasn't screwed up.

I am telling you watch Torain. I think TD when I see the kid.

[PLOWHORSE]

Originally Posted by elsid13

OSKIE

Rodrique Wright is actually playing pretty well for MIA. I think he would have gone higher if that shoulder wasn't screwed up.

I am telling you watch Torain. I think TD when I see the kid.

Torain is very good, but won't be playing tonight. He's been out and remains out.

[elsid13]

Originally Posted by PLOWHORSE

Torain is very good, but won't be playing tonight. He's been out and remains out.

Darn I thought he was ready the toe was healed. Well that good news, means we can pick up in the 5th

[PLOWHORSE]

Other ASU studs...

Rudy Burgess-WR/KR This guy is goooood!
Mike Jones-WR
Zack Krula-OL

[elsid13]

Bumping this for Michigan State and BC

For BC - Silva the AA safety. He just had pick

[Bronco LB 59]

Originally Posted by elsid13

Bumping this for Michigan State and BC

For BC - Silva the AA safety. He just had pick

I am not impressed by Boston College left tackle Gosder Cherilus thus far. His feet are too slow.

Billy Clyde Pickett's boy Kellen Davis looks extremely impressive. Big target in the passing game and has the athleticism to play defensive end as well.

[Bronco LB 59]

Originally Posted by OSKIE!!!

Oh, and today is his 21st birthday so he'll be relatively young coming out...

Charles won't come out unless he gets a 1st round guarantee from the advisory board.

[elsid13]

Originally Posted by Bronco LB 52

I am not impressed by Boston College left tackle Gosder Cherilus thus far. His feet are too slow.

Billy Clyde Pickett's boy Kellen Davis looks extremely impressive. Big target in the passing game and has the athleticism to play defensive end as well.

Yeh I think that Cherilus is more prodder, playing heavier then he should be. I doubt Alex Gibbs would have liked that weight.

[Bronco LB 59]

Originally Posted by elsid13

Bumping this for Michigan State and BC

For BC - Silva the AA safety. He just had pick

What round is Silva projected to go in?

[elsid13]

Originally Posted by Bronco LB 52

What round is Silva projected to go in?

Right now it to early to project, because he hasn't gone through the personnel workouts or combine. My guess, based upone where "normal" safeties go from 4 round and up.