Second Day Quarterbacks 2011 NFL Draft

Kaepernick, Colin Nevada 6045 225 4.53
San Francisco Four-year starter who has
been productive with his arm and legs
over his career. Impressive mobility and deep ball accuracy. A
good athlete who can make all the NFL throws. Has a good
pocket presence to move and slide away from pressure. He ran
the Pistol offense that was developed by his head coach, Chris
Ault. The quarterback is closer to the line of scrimmage (4 yds)
than a true shotgun formation (6-7 yds). The running back lines
up 3 yards behind the quarterback. This formation was developed
to add power and an option running game to the spread offense.
The Steelers used some Pistol concepts with Ben Roethlisberger
in 2010 after Ben broke his foot. Kansas City, Miami, and
Detroit also dabbled with the Pistol offense. Kaepernick is a
hard working self-motivated athlete.For the complete report see
Ourlads Guide To The NFL Draft

Mallett, Ryan Arkansas 6067 253 5.37
New England
Junior entry. Two-year starter. Transfer from the University of
Michigan. A big man with a big arm. Can make all the NFL
caliber passes. Can throw the fade pattern with accuracy and
touch. Runs a combination pro and spread offensive scheme.
Takes ball in shotgun under center. Has the arm strength to take
advantage of coverage breakdowns. The ball doesn’t stay in the
air long. Good velocity. Plays in a complex offensive system.
Has the ability to manage the offense and handle adjustments.
Can drive the ball down the field and hit the receivers on routes
with few adjustments. Struggles to reset body with balance to
make a quick and accurate throw. Big and strong, straight line
runner. Must set his feet to throw accurately. Pressure in the
pocket causes him problems. Needs a clean pocket to succeed For
the complete report..Ourlads Guide To The NFL Draft..

Dalton, Andy TCU 6020 213 4.87
Cincinnati Bengals Four-year starter.
A developmental project who is skilled in a
zone read offense in college. As with all other spread formation
quarterbacks, Dalton must work at taking snaps from under
center, develop his footwork to the throwing point, and work
from a pocket among a myriad of NFL nuances of quarterback
play. He does have a skill set such as a quick release, above
average accuracy, and timing on his passes. His catch and release
quickness comes from his offensive schemes’ predetermined
reads. Arm strength is best short and medium. For the complete report
read Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft

2011 First Round Quarterbacks......

Newton, Cam Auburn 6050 248 4.59
CAROLINA Junior entry.
One-year starter. Junior college transfer. Started
career at the University of Florida. Won the junior college
national championship at Blinn (TX) Junior College in 2009.
Runs the spread, no huddle, run first edition. Confident and
aggressive in his play. Runs the dive and read option. Quick up
the field when he runs the ball. Big and strong. Uses the stiff arm
to ward off tacklers. Physical in the run game. Can take and
give a hit. Runs the ball out of the Wildcat. Can avoid defenders
in space. Question ability to pre-read, sight adjust, and locate
secondary receivers. His field vision and awareness are not readily
evident. Runs the quarterback counter sweep and follows his
blockers. Demonstrates an open field burst to run away from
defenders. Can elude pass rushers. Tall enough to see over the
line. Has a strong arm and fast ball when he needs it. Can zip the
ball on a shallow post route or hit a receiver on a 25-yard
comeback. Generally throws to wide open receivers. One flaw is
that he stares down and locks on a receiver.For complete
report
see Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft.

Locker,Jake Washington 6022 231 4.59

Tennessee Three-year starter who is a
dynamic playmaker. Possesses all
the tools and athletic ability to succeed on the next level. Broke
his thumb in game four against Stanford in 2008 which slowed
his progress. Played in 2009 with a group of young receivers
who dropped several passes early in the year but proved to be
talented skill players by season’s end. Returned to the Huskies
in 2010 to continue his development under quarterback guru
and head coach Steve Sarkisian. Fundamentally, Locker is an
ascending player who can throw from the pocket or on the
move from a variety of deliveries. Classic compact release.
Holds ball cheek level and is quick on his release. Plays in both
a spread offense where he takes shotgun snaps and a pro style
where he accepts the ball from under center. His arm is strong
enough to throw deep and all the sideline passes. He can zip the
tough deep comeback route. Has the innate ability to speed up
his delivery under a heavy rush and gets the ball out of his hand
quickly and on time. Can hit a moving target in stride on vertical
patterns down the field. Particularly dangerous on play action,
See Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft for the complete report.

Gabbert Blaine Missouri 6043 234 4.62 Junior entry.

Jacksonville
Two-year starter. Right handed passer who is consistent
and accurate in his play. Gets the ball out of his hand quickly.
Sudden to “catch” and release. He sees it quickly and hits it quickly.
Can speed up his delivery under the pressure of a rush and keep his
accuracy. Carries the ball chest high or higher at all times. No
wasted motion to re-cock and throw. High overhand release.
Demonstrates good touch over the linebackers and in front of the
safeties. Generally throws a tight spiral with good velocity. High
RPMs, good rotation. Will use his eyes and pump fakes to move
the safeties. Athletic and mobile enough to extend the play. A
rhythm and timing passer. Plays in a pass first spread offense that
features slant routes, bubble screens, and quick outs. Will also step
into the deep passes downfield and put the ball between the numbers
on the receiver. A patient quarterback who spreads the ball around
to four, sometimes five different receivers. Accurate throwing the
skinny post down the seam. Deadly on the 18-yard out. Strong
enough to run quarterback draws in the red zone.For the complete
report see Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft..


Ponder, Christian Florida State 6021 222 4.65
Minnesota A three-year starter.
Graduated in 2 ½ years and has been working
on his MBA for the past year and a half. Learning complex NFL
offenses will not be a problem. Has Kurt Warner type accuracy.
Consistent ability to keep receivers on their routes with few
adjustments. Throws a catchable ball with timing, touch, and
rare ball placement to his receivers. Completed 68.8 percent of
his passes in 2009. Patient passing the ball. Lets the play develop
while reading coverages, then delivers ball. Equally skilled at
throwing horizontal or vertical passes with accuracy. Quick
release. Always ready to throw, keeps the ball up at shoulder
level or above. No wasted motion. Tight spiral with velocity.
Quick feet. Gets to throwing point quickly in conventional or
shotgun alignments. Good mechanics. Can scramble out, gather
himself, and throw accurately. Quick and fluid. A poised leader
who doesn’t get rattled. Features the arm strength to fit the ball
into tight spots in the “red zone.” Quick twitch from vision to
launch point. He sees it, he hits it.For the complete report see
Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft...

2011 Free Agent Outside Linebackers........

The most important factor used to compile the free agent rankings is the
player’s ability and performance on the field. Next is the age and time factor,
especially players over the age of thirty. We then look at durability and injury
issues with the older veterans. Lastly, we evaluate the intangible areas (i.e.:
attitude, work ethic, and off-field troubles) as those red flags often follow a
player to his new team. Restricted free agents rarely move. The players are
ranked in order of their value. Keep in mind that maintenance of this list is
ongoing. Minor errors or omissions are possible. For example, when a player
signs during the season, his new contract’s expiration date is sometimes unclear.
It is likely that a few players are even now negotiating new or extended contracts
with their team.The following signings are as of March 14, 2011.
Codes:
F – Tagged by current team as a Franchise Player
T – Tendered by current team
S – Signed by current team
UFA – Unrestricted Free Agent
URF – Unsigned Restricted Free Agent
ERF – Exclusive Restricted Free Agent
CC – Cap Casualty/New Team

Outside Linebackers

Woodley, LaMarr PIT 26 F
Greenway, Chad MIN 28 F
Wimbley, Kamerion OAK 27 F
Lawson, Manny SF 27 URF
Nicholas, Stephen ATL 28 URF
McIntosh, Rocky WAS 28 URF
Black, Quincy TB 27 URF
Roth, Matt CLE 28 UFA
Leber, Ben MIN 32 UFA
Session, Clint IND 26 URF
Davis, Thomas CAR 27 UFA
Durant, Justin JAC 25 URF
Howard, Thomas OAK 28 URF
Vobora, David STL 25 T
Tinoisamoa, Pisa CHI 30 UFA
Woodyard, Wesley DEN 25 T
Bulluck, Keith NYG 34 UFA
Clark, Danny NO 34 UFA
Peterson, Mike ATL 35 UFA
Johnson, Brandon CIN 28 URF
Hill, Leroy SEA 28 UFA
Barnes, Antwan SD 26 URF
Anderson, James CAR 27 URF

2011 Free Agent Inside linebackers......

The most important factor used to compile the free agent rankings is the
player’s ability and performance on the field. Next is the age and time factor,
especially players over the age of thirty. We then look at durability and injury
issues with the older veterans. Lastly, we evaluate the intangible areas (i.e.:
attitude, work ethic, and off-field troubles) as those red flags often follow a
player to his new team. Restricted free agents rarely move. The players are
ranked in order of their value. Keep in mind that maintenance of this list is
ongoing. Minor errors or omissions are possible. For example, when a player
signs during the season, his new contract’s expiration date is sometimes unclear.
It is likely that a few players are even now negotiating new or extended contracts
with their team.The following signings are as of March 14, 2011.
Codes:
F – Tagged by current team as a Franchise Player
T – Tendered by current team
S – Signed by current team
UFA – Unrestricted Free Agent
URF – Unsigned Restricted Free Agent
ERF – Exclusive Restricted Free Agent
CC – Cap Casualty/New Team

Inside linebackers

Tulloch, Stephen TEN 26 URF
Posluszny, Paul BUF 26 URF
Harris, David NYJ 27 F
Burnett, Kevin SD 28 UFA
Morrison, Kirk JAC 29 UFA
Bradley, Stewart PHI 27 URF
Cooper, Stephen SD 32 UFA
Spikes, Takeo SF 34 UFA
Ruud, Barrett TB 28 UFA
Jackson, D’Qwell CLE 27 S
McClain, Jameel BAL 26 ERF
Ayodele, Akin BUF 31 UFA
Jones, Dhani CIN 33 UFA
Barton, Eric CLE 33 CC
Bentley, Kevin HOU 31 UFA

2011 Free Agent Rankings Defensive Tackles....

The most important factor used to compile the free agent rankings is the
player’s ability and performance on the field. Next is the age and time factor,
especially players over the age of thirty. We then look at durability and injury
issues with the older veterans. Lastly, we evaluate the intangible areas (i.e.:
attitude, work ethic, and off-field troubles) as those red flags often follow a
player to his new team. Restricted free agents rarely move. The players are
ranked in order of their value. Keep in mind that maintenance of this list is
ongoing. Minor errors or omissions are possible. For example, when a player
signs during the season, his new contract’s expiration date is sometimes unclear.
It is likely that a few players are even now negotiating new or extended contracts
with their team.The following signings are as of March 14, 2011.
Codes:
F – Tagged by current team as a Franchise Player
T – Tendered by current team
S – Signed by current team
UFA – Unrestricted Free Agent
URF – Unsigned Restricted Free Agent
ERF – Exclusive Restricted Free Agent
CC – Cap Casualty/New Team

Defensive Tackles


Ngata, Haloti BAL 27 F
Soliai, Paul MIA 27 F
Cofield, Barry NYG 27 URF
Mebane, Brandon SEA 26 URF
Franklin, Aubrayo SF 31 UFA
Jenkins, Cullen GB 30 UFA
Seymour, Richard OAK 31 S
Bowen, Stephen DAL 27 URF
Patterson, Mike PHI 28 UFA
Smith, Shaun KC 30 URF
Williams, Pat MIN 38 UFA
Spears, Marcus DAL 28 UFA
Bannan, Justin DEN 32 CC
Adams, Anthony CHI 31 UFA
Henderson, John OAK 32 S
Edwards, Ron KC 32 UFA
Coleman, Kenyon CLE 32 CC
Rogers, Shaun CLE 32 CC/NO
Harris, Tommie CHI 28 CC
Jenkins, Kris NYJ 32 CC

2011 Free Agent Defensive Ends....

The most important factor used to compile the free agent rankings is the
player’s ability and performance on the field. Next is the age and time factor,
especially players over the age of thirty. We then look at durability and injury
issues with the older veterans. Lastly, we evaluate the intangible areas (i.e.:
attitude, work ethic, and off-field troubles) as those red flags often follow a
player to his new team. Restricted free agents rarely move. The players are
ranked in order of their value. Keep in mind that maintenance of this list is
ongoing. Minor errors or omissions are possible. For example, when a player
signs during the season, his new contract’s expiration date is sometimes unclear.
It is likely that a few players are even now negotiating new or extended contracts
with their team.The following signings are as of March 14, 2011.
Codes:
F – Tagged by current team as a Franchise Player
T – Tendered by current team
S – Signed by current team
UFA – Unrestricted Free Agent
URF – Unsigned Restricted Free Agent
ERF – Exclusive Restricted Free Agent
CC – Cap Casualty/New Team

Defensive Ends

Hali, Tamba KC 27 F
Edwards, Ray MIN 26 URF
Kiwanuka, Mathias NYG 28 URF
Johnson, Charles CAR 25 URF
Ellis, Shaun NYJ 34 UFA
Avril, Cliff DET 25 T
Babin, Jason TEN 31 UFA
Carter, Andre WAS 32 CC
Brock, Raheem SEA 33 UFA
Gholston, Vernon NYJ 25 UFA
Gilberry, Wallace KC 26 T
Ball, Dave TEN 30 UFA
LaBoy, Travis SF 30 URF
Mitchell, Jayme CLE 27 URF
McDonald, Ray SF 26 URF
Benard, Marcus CLE 26 ERF
McBride, Turk DET 30 URF
Robison, Brian MIN 28 URF
Ah You, CJ STL 29 T
Anderson, Mark HOU 28 URF

2011 Free Agent Offensive Linemen Rankings.....

The most important factor used to compile the free agent rankings is the
player’s ability and performance on the field. Next is the age and time factor,
especially players over the age of thirty. We then look at durability and injury
issues with the older veterans. Lastly, we evaluate the intangible areas (i.e.:
attitude, work ethic, and off-field troubles) as those red flags often follow a
player to his new team. Restricted free agents rarely move. The players are
ranked in order of their value. Keep in mind that maintenance of this list is
ongoing. Minor errors or omissions are possible. For example, when a player
signs during the season, his new contract’s expiration date is sometimes unclear.
It is likely that a few players are even now negotiating new or extended contracts
with their team.The following signings are as of March 14, 2011.
Codes:
F – Tagged by current team as a Franchise Player
T – Tendered by current team
S – Signed by current team
UFA – Unrestricted Free Agent
URF – Unsigned Restricted Free Agent
ERF – Exclusive Restricted Free Agent
CC – Cap Casualty/New Team


Centers

Kalil, Ryan CAR 25 F
Kreutz, Olin CHI 34 UFA
Sendlein, Lyle ARI 27 URF
Cook, Kyle CIN 28 URF
Goodwin, Jonathan NO 32 UFA
Spencer, Chris SEA 29 UFA
Satele, Samson OAK 26 URF
Mruczkowski, Scott SD 29 UFA
Wiegmann, Casey KC 38 UFA
Spitz, Jason GB 28 URF


Guards

Nicks, Carl NO 26 T
Mankins, Logan NE 29 F
Blalock, Justin ATL 27 URF
Dahl, Harvey ATL 30 URF
Incognito, Richie MIA 28 S
Kosier, Kyle DAL 32 UFA
Gallery, Robert OAK 31 UFA
Chester, Chris BAL 28 URF
Joseph, Davin TB 27 URF
Dockery, Derrick WAS 30 CC
Brisiel, Mike HOU 28 URF
Baas, David SF 29 UFA
Lutui, Deuce ARI 28 URF
Mathis, Evan CIN 29 UFA
Colledge, Daryn GB 29 URF
Womack, Pork Chop CLE 32 UFA
Garner, Nate MIA 26 T
Greco, John STL 26 T
Loper, Daniel OAK 29 S

Tackles

Colon, Willie PIT 30 URF
Free, Doug DAL 27 URF
Yanda, Marshal BAL 26 URF
Brown, Jammal WAS 30 UFA
Clabo, Tyson ATL 29 URF
Light, Matt NE 33 UFA
Locklear, Sean SEA 30 UFA
Harris, Ryan DEN 26 URF
Gaither, Jared BAL 25 URF
Richardson, Barry KC 25 T
Walker, Langston OAK 31 UFA
Woody, Damien NYJ 33 UFA
O’Callaghan, Ryan KC 28 UFA
Lee, James TB 26 ERF
Trueblood, Jeremy TB 28 URF
Clary, Jeromey SD 27 URF
Henderson, Mario OAK 26 URF
Keith, Brandon ARI 26 URF
Dombrowski, Brandyn SD 2 6 T
Shaffer, Kevin CHI 31 CC