Archer’s Post FA Mock

[Archer]

I have a number of draftees who are as-yet under-appreciated.  As such, I fully expect to hear how my mock is chalked full of over-drafted players.  But idc, ‘cause I expect that the draftniks are missing the boat on these guys.  Anyways:

 

Sign: Donovan Smith (OT, Bucs), Justin Coleman (CB, Seahawks)

 

Trade: #35 to Chic. for #53 and #103

 

1 (4) Anthony Richardson, QB, Florida.  My developmental QB of choice since the combine.

 

2 (53) Joe Tippmann, IOL, Wisconsin.  Day 1 RG starter.  A real mauler who fits our system.

 

3 (79) Darius Rush, CB, South Carolina.  With all the attention on Brents (who’ll be gone by this pick), many have missed that Rush is also totally Ballard’s kind of corner.

 

4 (103) Tyler Scott, WR, Cincinnati.  Slot guy. WRs take a while to develop, so here’s someone to take over after McKenzie’s year.  Ballard loves that Cin. program.

 

4 (106) Yaya Diaby, DE, Louisville.  This is where I start to question my sanity.  No one seems to have him going before the 5th round, but with his production and combine, I have him as a Day 2 prospect.  Here, I split the difference and take him “too high” in the 4th.

 

5 (138) John Ojukwu, OT, Boise St.  Continuing the theme from the previous pick, I think this guy is going higher than anyone expects.  A developing 4-position swing-tackle type.

 

5 (162) Jason Taylor II, S, Oklahoma St. Fantastic combine, featuring a 43” vertical.

 

5 (176) Starling Thomas V, CB, UAB.  Nickel corner.  Small, but had a great EWS and ran a 4.30 at his PD.  One site has him as a 5th rounder, but the rest place him as a priority UCFA.

7) Demario Douglas, WR, Liberty.  Been in love with this guy all Draft season.  Very similar to 3rd rounder Scott, but in the 7th I won’t worry about the duplication.

 

7)  Xazavian Valladay, RB, Arizona St.  Too cool of a name not to draft.

[DougDew]

I'd save the draft capital and simply develop TE Jelani Woods to play QB.  He's only about a season behind Richardson.

 

Tippman is 6'6" about 315.  Word id that he has trouble getting low and will get pushed back a lot in the NFL...not good for a G/C.

 

The rest of the draft is wonderful, IMO, especially the trade and picks 79 through 106.

[Archer]

30 minutes ago, DougDew said:

I'd save the draft capital and simply develop TE Jelani Woods to play QB.  He's only about a season behind Richardson.

 

Tippman is 6'6" about 315.  Word id that he has trouble getting low and will get pushed back a lot in the NFL...not good for a G/C.

 

The rest of the draft is wonderful, IMO, especially the trade and picks 79 through 106.

That is true about Tippman.  However, I think his mobility, power, and aggression make up for his frame.  OL coach will have to hammer that pad level into him…

[stitches]

Very Solid mock. I would be happy with this outcome on draft day. 

[chad72]

Love the mock. Don't love the trade at all. Rather try to get #52 and #83 from Seahawks for a fair compensation for pick #35.

[colts52761]

Good Mock!

[John Hammonds]

WR Tyler Scott is also on my My Guys list as well.

 

From Lindy's Draft Guide:

Overview:  A late-rising junior who surprised many draftniks by declaring for the draft, Scott is one of the more intriguing speedsters in this class.  He is scare on kick returning experience, but his upside in that role could tip the scales for him as a prospect.  Could play outside or in the slot, and he flashed when working both spots in college (54 catches for 899 yards and nine TDs last season).

Strengths:  Easy speed to stretch the field and threaten defenses vertically.  Excellent at maintaining his speed while presenting different looks to defensive backs.  Comfortable adjusting his body in the air and won't panic when going after tough passes.  Put together well for his size.  His upside means NFL coaches are likely to give him time to figure things out.

Weaknesses:  Limited experience as a kick and punt returner will make teams nervous about applying him there.  Too easily pushed around as a blocker.  Average size will lead to being covered up at the catch point.  Small catch radius will lead to some passes ricocheting off his fingertips.  Will lose his balance when trying to make the difficult change of direction.  Concentration drops are an issue.  May be viewed as a slot receiver if he can't get stronger along his routes.

Pro Comparison:  Skyy Moore, Chiefs

[NewColtsFan]

4 hours ago, John Hammonds said:

WR Tyler Scott is also on my My Guys list as well.

 

From Lindy's Draft Guide:

Overview:  A late-rising junior who surprised many draftniks by declaring for the draft, Scott is one of the more intriguing speedsters in this class.  He is scare on kick returning experience, but his upside in that role could tip the scales for him as a prospect.  Could play outside or in the slot, and he flashed when working both spots in college (54 catches for 899 yards and nine TDs last season).

Strengths:  Easy speed to stretch the field and threaten defenses vertically.  Excellent at maintaining his speed while presenting different looks to defensive backs.  Comfortable adjusting his body in the air and won't panic when going after tough passes.  Put together well for his size.  His upside means NFL coaches are likely to give him time to figure things out.

Weaknesses:  Limited experience as a kick and punt returner will make teams nervous about applying him there.  Too easily pushed around as a blocker.  Average size will lead to being covered up at the catch point.  Small catch radius will lead to some passes ricocheting off his fingertips.  Will lose his balance when trying to make the difficult change of direction.  Concentration drops are an issue.  May be viewed as a slot receiver if he can't get stronger along his routes.

Pro Comparison:  Skyy Moore, Chiefs

That’s an interesting Pro Comp.   Skyy Moore?!?   
 

As I was reading the profile I thought it sounded like a potential 4th rounder.   And then I saw the Comp and Moore was a 2nd rounder.   I think he went either right before or right after Alec Pierce.   So I’m the low to mid 50’s. 
 

So it struck me that us an odd comp.

 

[Matabix]

Tre Tucker from Cin is who I like in the 5th. Good slot WR who can handle the hits. He's ripped close to Metcalf, better hands though alot smaller too.

[John Hammonds]

20 hours ago, NewColtsFan said:

That’s an interesting Pro Comp.   Skyy Moore?!?   
 

As I was reading the profile I thought it sounded like a potential 4th rounder.   And then I saw the Comp and Moore was a 2nd rounder.   I think he went either right before or right after Alec Pierce.   So I’m the low to mid 50’s. 
 

So it struck me that us an odd comp.

 

The rest of the quote from Lindy's for the Skyy Moore comp:

"Moore lacks the same caliber of top-end speed that Scott brings and possesses a more complex route tree, but his boxy frame and comfort adjusting to misplaced passes showed up on his tape plenty at Western Michigan.  Scott likely won't go quite as early, but he could end up as a reliable rotational player within his first couple years if he continues to develop his feel and ball skills."

[chad72]

11 hours ago, John Hammonds said:

The rest of the quote from Lindy's for the Skyy Moore comp:

"Moore lacks the same caliber of top-end speed that Scott brings and possesses a more complex route tree, but his boxy frame and comfort adjusting to misplaced passes showed up on his tape plenty at Western Michigan.  Scott likely won't go quite as early, but he could end up as a reliable rotational player within his first couple years if he continues to develop his feel and ball skills."

Skyy Moore, in terms of physique has pretty much the same height and weight comparison to Julian Edelman if you look closely. Tyler Scott is definitely about 15 pounds lighter. That’s why I anticipate Chiefs using Moore underneath more than Toney while Toney’s specialty will be YAC because he jukes defenders East West, that’s his specialty. Moore gets to a spot and comes down with it more often without much YAC.