Brandon Spikes IB Ourlads All-Rookie Team 2010

Brandon Spikes was the third of three selections drafted in
the 2nd round by the New England Patriots. What Ourlads Guide
to the NFL Draft said about Spikes:

Spikes, Brandon Florida 6027 249 5.00
Three-year starter with good instincts and the tools to star on
Sunday. Collision tackler that is always around the ball.
Opponent’s game plan for him is to try and wall him off and cut
him. Had four interceptions, returning two for touchdowns in
2008. Runs through ball carrier when tackling. Active in both
the run game and pass coverage. Can run with backs in man to
man coverage. Quick to break up on the ball in front of him.
Scrapes quickly to the outside and cuts off the backs’ angles.
Works his way through traffic and can hold his ground on plays
directly at him. Tough, aggressive, and competitive. Plays with
knee bend and has the quickness to shuffle and make plays
parallel to the line of scrimmage. Strong enough to tackle the
ball carrier and the blocker. Productive with 307 tackles over
the past three years. Football smart with good work ethic and a
passion for the game. Long arms and big hands to control the
blockers. His ability to read and react quickly makes up for his
lack of track speed. Has had several tipped passes in his career
because of his savvy to get into the throwing lane. A strong
vocal leader. Did not work out at the Combine. First/second round. (A-
33 3/8, H-10, BP-DNP, SS-DNP).