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[ravensdan]

Watch Perriman will have a Kelvin Benjiman-like season for Joe.

Ouch. I hope he's better than that. Benjamin had a few good games but struggled mightily. And Joe is a far and away superior passer to any Panther.

[ace4ever]

From the highlights, he seems to have better hands than Perriman he might turn out to be a better contributor and become Joe's favorite target.

[52520Andrew]

That's possible. Graham has honestly been overrated as an all around player. Sherman's assessment of him being soft is pretty valid. He's no Gronk.

Yeah I have seen plenty of people shut Graham down by getting physical. Gronk is a guy I have yet to see someone match up with, just a pure monster

[Maryland]

People know how athletic and sure-handed he is from his highlight reel plays, but he is also a very good blocker (which was pretty important in Minnesota because they ran a lot). He can get into position quickly and drive people back, which is something you didn't see from Pitta or OD. He looks like a complete TE, which is becoming uncommon in this day and age, where blocking is becoming minimized at the TE position. Assuming he keeps developing as a receiver, you won't be able to get him off the field. I think I'm more excited by the acquisition of Williams than anyone else we drafted. 

[Sami84]

Yeah I have seen plenty of people shut Graham down by getting physical. Gronk is a guy I have yet to see someone match up with, just a pure monster

 

to think we could have had him in our team..(gronk)

 

boy it would have changed everything

Edited May 4, 2015 by Sami84

[jdynamite]

I honestly can't wait to see flacco hit him over the middle to move the chains. And give us another redzone option.

Pre-draft I would have been okay with either TE Williams or Walford ( but I didn't realize this kid was only 20 years old ) there is plenty of growth potential as a player, once he's taught the nuances of his position.

What made this pick extra sweet was that we jumped ahead of the Steelers and grabbed him before they could.

[jdynamite]

Every time I see Maxx's highlights, it makes me think of old Jeremy Shockey ( from The U ) highlights, where he's dropping his head on defenders to gain extra yards, hurdling them, just being highly competitive on the field.

[757RavensFan]

The irony of Suggs wearing a Gladiator mask last season and us drafting "Maxx" Williams. 

It's gonna be awesome when the crowd chants, "Maximus, Maximus, Maximus"  like in the movie Gladiator.

[Gordo52]

Hard to contain my excitement... Dude literally just turned 21 so he's got a lot of time to become something special. He almosts makes me forget we drafted Perriman in the 1st... Which btw should be great for him having someone else who's new and could help relieve some pressure.

I hope he plays his best vs Pittsburgh....Every play he makes against them will be sweeter knowing how close it could've been the other way. I expect it to help intensify the future of our rivalry.

[beasy2487]

Hard to contain my excitement... Dude literally just turned 21 so he's got a lot of time to become something special. He almosts makes me forget we drafted Perriman in the 1st... Which btw should be great for him having someone else who's new and could help relieve some pressure.

I hope he plays his best vs Pittsburgh....Every play he makes against them will be sweeter knowing how close it could've been the other way. I expect it to help intensify the future of our rivalry.

 

We're going to be relishing the plays that Carl Davis, Za'Darius Smith, Maxx Williams, and CJ Mosley (as another need-filling player we one-upped them with) make against the Steelers for years to come.

[ravensnick]

We're going to be relishing the plays that Carl Davis, Za'Darius Smith, Maxx Williams, and CJ Mosley (as another need-filling player we one-upped them with) make against the Steelers for years to come.

It would be extra sweet if Smith ends up becoming a better player than his former teammate Bud Dupree. 

[FlackAttack]

People know how athletic and sure-handed he is from his highlight reel plays, but he is also a very good blocker (which was pretty important in Minnesota because they ran a lot). He can get into position quickly and drive people back, which is something you didn't see from Pitta or OD. He looks like a complete TE, which is becoming uncommon in this day and age, where blocking is becoming minimized at the TE position. Assuming he keeps developing as a receiver, you won't be able to get him off the field. I think I'm more excited by the acquisition of Williams than anyone else we drafted. 

actually, he is a terrible blocker lol. but dude can run a route and catch the ball in traffic no doubt.

[-Truth-]

actually, he is a terrible blocker lol. but dude can run a route and catch the ball in traffic no doubt.

 

He's nowhere near a terrible blocker.

[FlackAttack]

He's nowhere near a terrible blocker.

 

blocking was his biggest/ pretty much only weakness. dude is not a good blocker.

[-Truth-]

blocking was his biggest/ pretty much only weakness. dude is not a good blocker.

 

His only weakness relative to his strengths, which says more about his strengths. He's solid as an in-line blocker on tape, and practically every major scouting outlets stated that he's either competent or has shown ability to be a solid run blocker. It's why he was repeatedly compared to all-around TEs like Jason Witten. Stating that he's terrible as a blocker is an unsubstantiated and poor assessment of that specific facet.

[FlackAttack]

His only weakness relative to his strengths, which says more about his strengths. He's solid as an in-line blocker on tape, and practically every major scouting outlets stated that he's either competent or has shown ability to be a solid run blocker. It's why he was repeatedly compared to all-around TEs like Jason Witten. Stating that he's terrible as a blocker is an unsubstantiated and poor assessment of that specific facet.

 

maxx williams was no doubt our best pick in the draft. he has the best hands out of any other TE and will run precise routes through traffic and make plays, but saying he is a great blocker is just silly. he needs to improve his blocking skills. if you think he is a great blocker then your pretty much disagreeing with tape, basic football knowledge, every nfl analyst, and overall common sense.

[Inqui]

maxx williams was no doubt our best pick in the draft. he has the best hands out of any other TE and will run precise routes through traffic and make plays, but saying he is a great blocker is just silly. he needs to improve his blocking skills. if you think he is a great blocker then your pretty much disagreeing with tape, basic football knowledge, every nfl analyst, and overall common sense.

He's not the best blocker in the world, but he's certainly good enough to hack it in the pros.

 

 

I'll have to create a gif that shows him actually squaring up against his guy too. He needs work and could use some more upper body bulk, but his technique is fine, he gets a solid drive with his legs and he has the right mentality.

Edited May 5, 2015 by Inqui

[-Truth-]

maxx williams was no doubt our best pick in the draft. he has the best hands out of any other TE and will run precise routes through traffic and make plays, but saying he is a great blocker is just silly. he needs to improve his blocking skills. if you think he is a great blocker then your pretty much disagreeing with tape, basic football knowledge, every nfl analyst, and overall common sense.

 

Solid/competent are the equivalents of great? If your assessment off the tape is that he's a terrible blocker, then I question your competency and ability to break down tape. "Every NFL analyst," what an interesting choice of words.

 

NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah stated that Williams was Todd Heap with better blocking ability when coming out of college. NFL.com's Charles Davis stated that Williams was Desmond Clark with better blocking ability. NFL.com's Curtis Conway commended Williams on his blocking. CBS Sports' Dane Brugler compared him to Jason Witten stating that he has the, "NFL pedigree and projects as a mismatch nightmare with the versatile traits to be equally effective as a pass-catcher and blocker." ESPN's Todd McShay states that, "He’s got the size -- 6-4, 250-ish -- averaged 16 yards a catch, good hands, adequate blocker, can improve in that area." Minnesota Vikings' GM Rick Spielman praised Williams for his improvement in blocking. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. stated that, "what impresses you about Maxx Williams is that he can be an in-line blocker, an in-line Tight End." NFL.com's Bucky Brooks states that Williams, "is a complete Tight End. He's a guy that blocks on the edge. He's gritty, he's tough, he'll battle you from snap to whistle." Greg Cosell compared Williams to Jason Witten stating that he has, "a complete skill-set to build around as a prospect." I wonder if those assessments are closer to terrible or closer to competent.

 

Throughout my entire process of scouting Williams, I came across a single article that labeled him solely as an F-TE because of his blocking and it came from BleacherReport. Common sense would indicate that the members in the aforementioned list prior to the last writer qualify as NFL analysts. Let's make matters a little easier and reverse the process. Which reputable NFL analysts labeled Williams as a terrible blocker? Please fill me in. I'll add on to Inqui's post with the following link (Begin at 3:38). I'll also return from work after some time after 5 PM and I'll be more than happy to break down some of his tape if needed be.

Edited May 5, 2015 by -Truth-

[Inqui]

Solid/competent are the equivalents of great? If your assessment off the tape is that he's a terrible blocker, then I question your competency and ability to break down tape. "Every NFL analyst," what an interesting choice of words.

 

NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah stated that Williams was Todd Heap with better blocking ability when coming out of college. NFL.com's Charles Davis stated that Williams was Desmond Clark with better blocking ability. NFL.com's Curtis Conway commended Williams on his blocking. CBS Sports' Dane Brugler compared him to Jason Witten stating that he has the, "NFL pedigree and projects as a mismatch nightmare with the versatile traits to be equally effective as a pass-catcher and blocker." ESPN's Todd McShay states that, "He’s got the size -- 6-4, 250-ish -- averaged 16 yards a catch, good hands, adequate blocker, can improve in that area." Minnesota Vikings' GM Rick Spielman praised Williams for his improvement in blocking. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. stated that, "what impresses you about Maxx Williams is that he can be an in-line blocker, an in-line Tight End." NFL.com's Bucky Brooks states that Williams, "is a complete Tight End. He's a guy that blocks on the edge. He's gritty, he's tough, he'll battle you from snap to whistle." Greg Cosell compared Williams to Jason Witten stating that he has, "a complete skill-set to build around as a prospect." I wonder if those assessments are closer to terrible or closer to competent.

 

Throughout my entire process of scouting Williams, I came across a single article that labeled him solely as an F-TE because of his blocking and it came from BleacherReport. Common sense would indicate that the members in the aforementioned list prior to the last writer qualify as NFL analysts. Let's make matters a little easier and reverse the process. Which reputable NFL analysts labeled Williams as a terrible blocker? Please fill me in. I'll add on to Inqui's post with the following link (Begin at 3:38). I'll also return from work after some time after 5 PM and I'll be more than happy to break down some of his tape if needed be.

That Missouri play was the one I was thinking of, but his game against Iowa (start at 0:15) was fantastic in both catching and blocking for him - if memory serves that's where the round one hype started to build too - and I'm sure you'll agree that the Iowa front seven isn't exactly full of the kind of guys who end up in the NFC South.

Edited May 5, 2015 by Inqui

[52520Andrew]

That Missouri play was the one I was thinking of, but his game against Iowa (start at 0:15) was fantastic in both catching and blocking for him - if memory serves that's where the round one hype started to build too - and I'm sure you'll agree that the Iowa front seven isn't exactly full of the kind of guys who end up in the NFC South.

I forget what game it was exactly but the play that made me look at Maxx Williams was that sideline catch he had where he extended out of bounds and got those feet in. Had a good rest of the game as well

[arnie_uk]

maxx williams was no doubt our best pick in the draft. he has the best hands out of any other TE and will run precise routes through traffic and make plays, but saying he is a great blocker is just silly. he needs to improve his blocking skills. if you think he is a great blocker then your pretty much disagreeing with tape, basic football knowledge, every nfl analyst, and overall common sense.

you've only gone and done it.

Never ever ever start and argument without truth without having yur facts on hand!

[codizzle]

Solid/competent are the equivalents of great? If your assessment off the tape is that he's a terrible blocker, then I question your competency and ability to break down tape. "Every NFL analyst," what an interesting choice of words.

NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah stated that Williams was Todd Heap with better blocking ability when coming out of college. NFL.com's Charles Davis stated that Williams was Desmond Clark with better blocking ability. NFL.com's Curtis Conway commended Williams on his blocking. CBS Sports' Dane Brugler compared him to Jason Witten stating that he has the, "NFL pedigree and projects as a mismatch nightmare with the versatile traits to be equally effective as a pass-catcher and blocker." ESPN's Todd McShay states that, "He’s got the size -- 6-4, 250-ish -- averaged 16 yards a catch, good hands, adequate blocker, can improve in that area." Minnesota Vikings' GM Rick Spielman praised Williams for his improvement in blocking. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. stated that, "what impresses you about Maxx Williams is that he can be an in-line blocker, an in-line Tight End." NFL.com's Bucky Brooks states that Williams, "is a complete Tight End. He's a guy that blocks on the edge. He's gritty, he's tough, he'll battle you from snap to whistle." Greg Cosell compared Williams to Jason Witten stating that he has, "a complete skill-set to build around as a prospect." I wonder if those assessments are closer to terrible or closer to competent.

Throughout my entire process of scouting Williams, I came across a single article that labeled him solely as an F-TE because of his blocking and it came from BleacherReport. Common sense would indicate that the members in the aforementioned list prior to the last writer qualify as NFL analysts. Let's make matters a little easier and reverse the process. Which reputable NFL analysts labeled Williams as a terrible blocker? Please fill me in. I'll add on to Inqui's post with the following

(Begin at 3:38). I'll also return from work after some time after 5 PM and I'll be more than happy to break down some of his tape if needed be.

"Truth"

[The Mom Gene]

Solid/competent are the equivalents of great? If your assessment off the tape is that he's a terrible blocker, then I question your competency and ability to break down tape. "Every NFL analyst," what an interesting choice of words.

 

NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah stated that Williams was Todd Heap with better blocking ability when coming out of college. NFL.com's Charles Davis stated that Williams was Desmond Clark with better blocking ability. NFL.com's Curtis Conway commended Williams on his blocking. CBS Sports' Dane Brugler compared him to Jason Witten stating that he has the, "NFL pedigree and projects as a mismatch nightmare with the versatile traits to be equally effective as a pass-catcher and blocker." ESPN's Todd McShay states that, "He’s got the size -- 6-4, 250-ish -- averaged 16 yards a catch, good hands, adequate blocker, can improve in that area." Minnesota Vikings' GM Rick Spielman praised Williams for his improvement in blocking. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. stated that, "what impresses you about Maxx Williams is that he can be an in-line blocker, an in-line Tight End." NFL.com's Bucky Brooks states that Williams, "is a complete Tight End. He's a guy that blocks on the edge. He's gritty, he's tough, he'll battle you from snap to whistle." Greg Cosell compared Williams to Jason Witten stating that he has, "a complete skill-set to build around as a prospect." I wonder if those assessments are closer to terrible or closer to competent.

 

Throughout my entire process of scouting Williams, I came across a single article that labeled him solely as an F-TE because of his blocking and it came from BleacherReport. Common sense would indicate that the members in the aforementioned list prior to the last writer qualify as NFL analysts. Let's make matters a little easier and reverse the process. Which reputable NFL analysts labeled Williams as a terrible blocker? Please fill me in. I'll add on to Inqui's post with the following link (Begin at 3:38). I'll also return from work after some time after 5 PM and I'll be more than happy to break down some of his tape if needed be.

Nice...  Great link to watch if you have any questions about Williams.

[Bruce_Almty]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVd2SaGRvPo  I just came across this Sport Science report on Mad Maxx; hope I'm not posting dup info.

[Edgar]

Without the 5th round ammo we received by way of Ngata trade, Maxx is a Steeler.

Thanks For sticking to your guns Haloti.

[Club Sec. 217 Seat 2]

This is shaping up to be my favorite pick of the draft.  I just think if he reaches his full potential and stays healthy, he is a stud for years to come, not Gronk, but our very own version of Gronk. Mad Maxx, Maxximus. To me he was a polarizing player in this draft bc he was considered the best at his position, however, the talent at TE in this draft was definitely down.  Our biggest hole right now is at TE and obviously he should have been a target for us but I just didn't know how realistic it was going to be because I knew we would not take him the first round, and I thought he would be off the board early 2nd. The only thing that I found negative about this guy was that his attitude and cockiness turned some coaches off.  I read one personnel person said "yeah, he will probably be a great player in the league, I just don't like the kid"...and yeah at first that gave me a negative vibe about him...then I thought a little, if the worst thing about this kid is that he holds himself in high regard, thinks he is great and wants to be great...why would I hold that against him? Sometimes it is those exact traits that separate the good ones from the great ones. Maxx himself likes Jason Witten's game, and I can see the comparison, he obviously has things to work on and has much room to grow, just turning 21.  I know we got Doyle in the later end of the draft and he is known for his blocking, but Maxx should not be mistaken for solely a receiving TE, sure he needs to get better at blocking but he is a better blocker than what people are thinking, if not a bit above average. Do we think he keeps #87 even if Pitta doesn't play another down for he Ravens? 

[AsianRice]

Solid/competent are the equivalents of great? If your assessment off the tape is that he's a terrible blocker, then I question your competency and ability to break down tape. "Every NFL analyst," what an interesting choice of words.

 

NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah stated that Williams was Todd Heap with better blocking ability when coming out of college. NFL.com's Charles Davis stated that Williams was Desmond Clark with better blocking ability. NFL.com's Curtis Conway commended Williams on his blocking. CBS Sports' Dane Brugler compared him to Jason Witten stating that he has the, "NFL pedigree and projects as a mismatch nightmare with the versatile traits to be equally effective as a pass-catcher and blocker." ESPN's Todd McShay states that, "He’s got the size -- 6-4, 250-ish -- averaged 16 yards a catch, good hands, adequate blocker, can improve in that area." Minnesota Vikings' GM Rick Spielman praised Williams for his improvement in blocking. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. stated that, "what impresses you about Maxx Williams is that he can be an in-line blocker, an in-line Tight End." NFL.com's Bucky Brooks states that Williams, "is a complete Tight End. He's a guy that blocks on the edge. He's gritty, he's tough, he'll battle you from snap to whistle." Greg Cosell compared Williams to Jason Witten stating that he has, "a complete skill-set to build around as a prospect." I wonder if those assessments are closer to terrible or closer to competent.

 

Throughout my entire process of scouting Williams, I came across a single article that labeled him solely as an F-TE because of his blocking and it came from BleacherReport. Common sense would indicate that the members in the aforementioned list prior to the last writer qualify as NFL analysts. Let's make matters a little easier and reverse the process. Which reputable NFL analysts labeled Williams as a terrible blocker? Please fill me in. I'll add on to Inqui's post with the following link (Begin at 3:38). I'll also return from work after some time after 5 PM and I'll be more than happy to break down some of his tape if needed be.

great post and reply with solid facts and links.......Someone got owned.....

[ravensfan160]

Steelers fans are already going on about how Jesse James will be better than Maxx. lol. Maxx reminds me so much of Todd Heap and his name is perfect for fans when he makes a big play. Instead of Heaaaaaaap. Now it will be Maxxxxxxxxxxxx!

[Ravens4Real]

Steelers fans are already going on about how Jesse James will be better than Maxx. lol. Maxx reminds me so much of Todd Heap and his name is perfect for fans when he makes a big play. Instead of Heaaaaaaap. Now it will be Maxxxxxxxxxxxx!

Williams looks to be a better player on film than Jesse James, but James was def. my second favorite TE. Many people around here do not like combine numbers but James, compared to Williams.

40

Williams: 4.78

James: 4.83

Bench Press

Williams: 17

James: 26

Vertical

Williams: 34.5

James: 37.5

Broad Jump

Williams: 9.9

James: 10.1

That verticle is the thing that I loved about James. I know I'm supposed to hate him now and believe everything about him sucks (like most around here). But imagine having a 6'7/6'8 dude with that vertical in the redzone. Lob city all day.

Edited May 5, 2015 by Ravens4Real

[Club Sec. 217 Seat 2]

Williams looks to be a better player on film than Jesse James, but James was def. my second favorite TE. Many people around here do not like combine numbers but James, compared to Williams.

40

Williams: 4.78

James: 4.83

Bench Press

Williams: 17

James: 26

Vertical

Williams: 34.5

James: 37.5

Broad Jump

Williams: 9.9

James: 10.1

That verticle is the thing that I loved about James. I know I'm supposed to hate him now and believe everything about him sucks (like most around here). But imagine having a 6'7/6'8 dude with that vertical in the redzone. Lob city all day.

I remember watching Jesse James at the combine...I liked one thing about him and that was his height...other than that I thought he was extremely robotic and just wasn't a fluid athlete and he didn't catch the ball very well either...he did test well but I remember thinking well yeah he looks like he is testing well, but how does he translate to the NFL, and I had a hard time seeing it all add up for him.