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55 minutes ago, DomMcRaven said:

For a brief moment, it looked like he mocked Ross to us, but he'd definitely be a great fit for the other birds in Pennsylvania. Was Ross always considered a first rounder?

Yes he was. Anywhere from mid first to early round 2. The question I have is can he be a high volume slot receiver that catches 10 a game between the hash?  If he is then he would be an excellent rare weapon. Could imagine Julian Edelman Kendall Wright short to intermediate separation and high volume yet with his speed to take the top off the defense? It would be like Edelman with 4.2 speed and athleticism to get deep and climb the ladder deep

20 hours ago, JoeyFlex5 said:

the ravens wont pass on him, unless the bama coaching staff tells ozzie straight up that the kids a headcase. 

i still doubt he falls past cincinnati who love themselves a good headcase and need a LB anyway, and even if cinci goes another direction, pretty much every team after them could use a LB, saints, browns, colts, eagles, cardinals, all of them would have a hard time passing on a guy like foster. 

the kids a generational talent, this isnt a vontaze burfict case where he had 3 seasons of absolute boneheaded and hotheaded film, and then proceeded to have possibly the worst combine of all time and then seemingly sabotaged himself in the interview process... reuben foster is lightyears ahead of burfict in terms of talent and character, even if foster has off the field issues at least he isnt on tape headhunting and cussing out coaches and refs.

 So if Foster is there should we take him even with the incident? He has a legit chance to fall to 16. So it is something management has to consider.

5 hours ago, ravensnation5220 said:

SSS has kupp as his top wide reciever

He is being a little biased because Cooper Kupp plays like his mentor. And who can blame him. SS credits him for the player and person he became. He gave SS confidence because he instantly pulled him aside to help him and tell him how great he could become. Because he saw special traits in SS. He is like a big brother to SS.

On 2/23/2017 at 11:37 PM, JoeyFlex5 said:

Why does nobody believe in Dixon? His college tape was absurd and he showed a lot of the same this year when he got healthy. 

On 2/24/2017 at 10:50 AM, BOLDnPurPnBlacK said:

I agree. I want nothing to do with a RB high, unless the value is just out of this world. I'd have to consider McCaffery in the 2nd, but he brings a ton of value elsewhere.... passing game, return game, etc..

Dixon was an absolute beast and probably my favorite RB in last year's draft behind Zeke.

If he was fully healthy all year, i dont think there'd be any RB questions whatsoever. He'd have firmly established himself as a 3 down monster. Pretty sure he led the NFL in yards after contact over the games he played, or maybe it was yards after contact per carry... either way its incredibly impressive for a guy as elusive as he is to also have that kind of power to bounce off tackles.

I mean, in the last couple games -- the images of 3-4 Steelers defenders draped on his back and him just carrying them all an additional 4-5 yards makes you salivate. If he improves on his pass protection, there's no reason to take him off the field. And, if we improve the OL and can routinely get him 2-3 yards before contact he's going to be an absolute beast. DL have trouble bringing him down -- get him in open space against an undersized LB or a DB and forget it... hes dragging you to the end zone.

He also seems like a guy who gets going the more carries he gets. So lets not spread the carries out even more. Feed the beast and look out.

I don't get the love of drafting a RB. I agree Dixon is a rare talent. He will trample a DB and that is if he doesn't shake him out of his shoes first. Dixon is an incredible talent. I like him as much as Cook or Zeke.

He ran a 4.58 which is good long speed for a back if he has good burst and elusiveness. But Dixon was surprised and disappointed at it and feels he is capable of playing at sub 4.5 breakaway speed. He pretty much promised he is going to be faster than that. Priest Holmes went from 4.58 speed to 4.38 after working on it. He is a good sized back and as strong as Ezekiel Elliott. He squats between 600 and 700lbs. Which is more than most LBs and explains all his broken tackles. With his size speed elusiveness and power he is one of the best young backs today. And it gets better. He is a great route runner with really good hands and ball skills. What more do fans want in a young back? I don't get it. Why do we need to draft a back early?

11 hours ago, PurpleHorseman said:

I read that he carried round 7 tender. I wouldn't give up an early round pick for him. I would say a round4 pick and beyond would be a bargain for his skills and potential. Maybe even a round 3. I think this guy is waiting to erupt. Not many interior penetrators can make Aaron Donald look slow. When I flicked on the rams game I thought I was watching Aaron Donald. He jumped into the backfield off the snap in a blink every play. I was surprised to see it wasn't Donald.

 

  I don't think he will carry a huge price tag with his injury history and quarrel with Bellichick in New England. But his acl is back to full strength. His quarrel with the patriot organization was his own Dr. and rehab Doctor and trainer gave him different protocol from the teams. His rehab doc told him the teams doctor and trainers were wrong. And if he wanted to be 100% and great to not listen to them. Of course that caused problems with Bill. I read it on patriots pulpit when googling why he was released after I saw how disruptive he is. From what I saw he probably did the right thing. Because he looked great. He is very explosive and disruptive. 

  He was pff's #1 ranked interior rusher on a per snap basis on productivity. With more snaps on a more disciplined ravens defense he could be one of the greats in the game.  Like I said he looked more explosive and disruptive than Aaron Donald playing next to him. To get a player of Aaron Donald's caliber much less better at what he will cost at this juncture would be a steal. I would sign him to a 2 year deal at about $8/9 million. It would be unpleasant if we signed him to a one year deal and he is named all pro and hit free agency on us.

I agree that Easley is very talented at what he does. And he could be signed much cheaper than Williams. But Easley can not play NT. While he could have a very significant role on our defense. He can not replace Williams. And Williams definitely will not like signing a DT. Even if he is cheaper. It would then be unrealistic to ask him to give us a hometown discount after paying money to an outside DT

On 2/22/2017 at 10:01 AM, trevorsteadman said:

I agree 100% I think Darreus Rodgers will become a better player than JuJu

I agree Rodgers is going to be a better NFL player. Juju is hyped but Rogers is more impressive and has better traits

The chargers didn't deserve Weddle. He should have been a Raven from rookie campaign.

On 2/22/2017 at 8:24 AM, Italian Raven said:

I'm quite confused on a few notes.

First off I don't get who we're trading back with (also, who are we giving up for at that point?). Second, I'm pretty sure that, unless you fall to one of the very last firs round spots, you're not getting a second rounder in exchange.

Talking about the picks: not sure I'd love Robinson as much as you there. I'd wait until day 2 where good olinemen tend to fall regularly and there's going to be a couple of them available while taking a defensive playmaker at 16.

Walker can't win on the edge. He's this year's Ogbah. He finds some nice gaps and hits them with power but if you notice he wins them mostly when lined up at 3tech. I'm not sure we need that kind of player and I personally just don't like his style. 

Smoot would be a reach there imo. I see K.Davis, Hall and even D.Wise as better edge prospects. 

I have no absolutely idea about the later guys, so I'm going to trust you there

I really like White btw. Hopefully he's still there when we pick.

Davis and wise are strong edge setters but I ilike Smoot better as a stand up rush rush lb. Davis and Wise could be good base ends in a 4-3. But the power to play End in the 3-4 is a different league literally. I agree that there are quality lineman in later rounds. But best shot at aa franchise tackle or guard or center comes in the first round.

Ozzie and Harbaugh could very well double dip along the offensive line. Harbaugh and Biscotti really sounded like building Joe's elite line is a top priority for our team. And who could blame them? When our line dominated and helped Joe feel comfortable scanning through  his targets. He was the nfl's best QB in the 2012 playoff run. So I tend to agree with Harbaugh and Biscotti. Joe has the skills to be the nfl's best QB. But if we went defense who could argue with a Tim Williams, Derek Barnett,  or Jamal Adams?

On 2/20/2017 at 3:11 AM, GENIUSofFF said:

Hello all brothers and sisters of ravens nation. I read this board's news often enough. So I will introduce myself with a mock. I read mocks on here and  I am always very impressed. Tough decision if this draft should be offense or defense themed. Defense is as much ravens tradition as turkey on thanksgiving. But we can not forget about our franchise QB. I will update my mock after the combine.

 

Round1  Cam Robinson- After a trade back into the mid/late 20's. He should be a standout RT. If he is not he can at least play guard at a high level. And we can pick up an additional Round 2 pick in the process. Which makes him a very safe pick.

Round2 DL Demarcus walker- Similar to Michael Bennett but more athletic. Can play the defensive line or OLB in our system. Very productive and underrated burst and athleticism. Subtle and effective moves as a rusher

Round2 Tradavious White- The Cornerback the defense needs to round out a strong group of starters.

Round3 Duwuane Smoot- A fast athletic edge rusher that is athletic enough to drop into coverage

Round3 WR Taywan Taylor- A quick and shifty wideout to move the chains while having the speed and skills to challenge for big plays

Round4 LB Anthony Walker- He bulked up and wasn't as flexible. If he gets back to his ideal size he could be a steal

Next couple rounds I have not really got this far but I will throw some names out there to complete draft. So bear with me 

Round5 QB Nathan Peterman- Has skills to be a very effective backup. He may not be available at this juncture. If not then Chad Kelly is an interesting prospect as well.

Round6  CB Brendan Langley- With some work could be a good center fielder. Played WR and has the ball skills to find the rock.

Round7 OG Collin Buchanan- Has size and athletic traits to work with as backup

I'm changing the Round 1pick to Dan Feeney after a trade back to late round 1. More I watch the more I like him. Future pro bowl caliber guard. I'm considering changing Walker. But I'm not sure who yet. Way to early in draft season.

On 2/20/2017 at 11:24 AM, PurpleHorseman said:

You know something. I was splitting hairs with Feeney and Robinson. Next week I may go Feeney. I'm not sure myself White is there at this point. But if he is I think Oz and Biscotti race to the podium. I will check into Jordan Lewis and Rogers. It is so early in draft season. I'm sure all opinions will change some.

I like Lewis at RT. This is a little off subject but would you be interested in trading a round 5 pick or signingdolphins LT? I ask because he is only 31 and from Maryland. And he could play RT or Guard. Which would really shake things up some. BTW what do you think about fitting juju into our draft in round2 maybe3?

Clarify,this is my post, purple showed me this website but there was some problems posting. While troubleshooting my account I used purples phone to post but forgot to sign him out. Sorry for any confusion. We agree on most things however. Like Walker behind one of most underrated players in this draft.

    While purple likes Judson, I think he is going to be a top 10 rusher this year. We really struck gold with Judon. I'm more right player right price fan. After winning the fantasy league for first time. Ready for   draft season football now.lol

Hello all brothers and sisters of ravens nation. I read this board's news often enough. So I will introduce myself with a mock. I read mocks on here and  I am always very impressed. Tough decision if this draft should be offense or defense themed. Defense is as much ravens tradition as turkey on thanksgiving. But we can not forget about our franchise QB. I will update my mock after the combine.

Round1  Cam Robinson- After a trade back into the mid/late 20's. He should be a standout RT. If he is not he can at least play guard at a high level. And we can pick up an additional Round 2 pick in the process. Which makes him a very safe pick.

Round2 DL Demarcus walker- Similar to Michael Bennett but more athletic. Can play the defensive line or OLB in our system. Very productive and underrated burst and athleticism. Subtle and effective moves as a rusher

Round2 Tradavious White- The Cornerback the defense needs to round out a strong group of starters.

Round3 Duwuane Smoot- A fast athletic edge rusher that is athletic enough to drop into coverage

Round3 WR Taywan Taylor- A quick and shifty wideout to move the chains while having the speed and skills to challenge for big plays

Round4 LB Anthony Walker- He bulked up and wasn't as flexible. If he gets back to his ideal size he could be a steal

Next couple rounds I have not really got this far but I will throw some names out there to complete draft. So bear with me 

Round5 QB Nathan Peterman- Has skills to be a very effective backup. He may not be available at this juncture. If not then Chad Kelly is an interesting prospect as well.

Round6  CB Brendan Langley- With some work could be a good center fielder. Played WR and has the ball skills to find the rock.

Round7 OG Collin Buchanan- Has size and athletic traits to work with as backup