Draft Rewind 2006 - Santonio Holmes - New York Jets

What Ourlads NFL Scouting Services said about SANTONIO HOLMES: Ohio State, 5105 188 4.36. Two-year starter. Standout wide receiver that has run-after-catch and return skills. Shorter than ideal for a featured receiver. He makes up for lack of height with speed and athletic ability. Reminds us of Terry Glenn. Has speed. Good leaper, goes up after the ball. Catches the ball in his hands. Will use body on dig routes across middle to protect the ball. Will reach and extend for ball outside his frame. Does a good job of driving off defender and coming back to the ball. Generally runs good sharp routes. Competitive receiver. Will layout for catch. Can catch the ball over his head. Changes speeds to elude tackles. Has the speed to run away from defenders and stretch zone coverage. No hold up on the line of scrimmage. Has the awareness and vision to find the voids in zone coverage. Shows the speed to run all verticals and post routes, yet is quick enough to snap off slants and hitches. Will cross the middle and catch balls. Will catch a ball in a crowd. Explodes out of his breaks and creates space. Sees ball and can adjust to a ball in flight. Good body control. Good timing. Can make the tough catch. Athletic and elusive after catch. Slips tacklers. Good concentration and focus on ball in air. Can play X and Z receiver positions. Stays on feet to mirror and slide as a blocker. Occupies defender. Shorter than ideal. Needs more functional upper and lower body strength. Weighed 179 on his workout day, nine pounds lighter than at the Combine. First round. (A-30 1/2, H-8 7/8, SS-4.26, VJ-38). (originally drafted by Pittsburgh)

Draft Rewind 2004 - Will Smith - New Orleans Saints

What Ourlads NFL Scouting Services said about WILL SMITH: Ohio State, 6026 275 4.70. An all-around type end with experience on the left and right sides. Compact. Has relatively short arms and legs. Technically sound player. Very quick off the ball. Explosive. Plays at a good pad level. Strong and quick with his hands into blockers. Powerful into gaps. Holds his ground well and usually stays on his feet. Does a good job of stringing out the wide play. Disciplined. Locates quickly and hustles in pursuit. Gets slowed up a bit by low blocks. Inconsistent with his shed — when he gets turned out, he can be slow to work through the block towards the ball. Disruptive pass rusher — more powerful than speedy. Good bullrusher for an end. Comes strong and hard to the inside, yet shows the ability to pressure the edge and turn the corner. Has a good arm-under move. Relentless. Keeps his feet active and his legs driving. Closes strong, though he lacks the great extended speed of many pure pass rushers. Athletic — used effectively from a standup position which required him to drop off and cover. Lacks a little in terms of ideal size and speed, but he’s a first rate prospect who does a lot of things well.

Draft Rewind 2006 - AJ Hawk - Green Bay Packers

What Ourlads NFL Scouting Services said about AJ HAWK: Ohio State, 6010 248 4.64. Three-year starter. A self-made fundamentally sound linebacker. Effective edge blitzer to pressure quarterback. An active player that plays square to the line of scrimmage. Good lateral quickness. Takes good downfield angles and is always around the ball. Finishes the play. Sudden change of direction. Keeps leverage on the ball going wide. Doesn’t appear fluid. Has some upper and lower body stiffness. Good wrap tackler. Good timing on blitzes. Effective on underneath pass coverage. Plays under control. Productive player that can run. Did not play in the Senior Bowl. Versatile enough to play in 3-4 or 4-3 packages. Natural ability to find the ball and make plays. Explosive hitter. Sudden movement out of transition to break on the ball. Fast twitch. Has a burst and catch up speed. Reacts immediately to keys versus play action and misdirection. Consistently performs at a high level. Intense and focused player that holds the ground at him or can scrape and fill hole. Quick reactions to cut back. Has the size, bulk, and toughness to splatter the ball carrier. Top five talent. (A-31 1/8, H-9 3/4, BP-24, SS-3.97).

Draft Rewind 2006 - Nick Mangold - New York Jets

What Ourlads NFL Scouting Services said about NICK MANGOLD: Ohio State, 6035 300 5.05. Three-year starter. An explosive punch that stuns defender. Good technique player that has hand strength and quickness. Gets his hands inside defenders and locks on. A knee bender with excellent body control and balance. One of the best centers our staff has observed at the Senior Bowl. Experience in both shotgun and conventional offense. Good mobility to pull around and seal. Maintains position on defender. Quick to reach and cut on a sweep. Good balance. Stays engaged and locked on defender. Good footwork and angles to second level. Effective use of hands. Crafty player. Smart and alert. Makes all the calls. Effective job of helping guards inside to control the defensive rush. Played both in power and zone schemes. First round ability. (A-31 7/8, H-10 3/8, BP-24, 10-1.76)

Draft Rewind 2009 - James Laurinaitis - St. Louis Rams

What Ourlads NFL Scouting Services said about JAMES LAURINAITIS: Ohio State, 6017 244 4.80. Three-year starter. An instinctive three down linebacker that is a good technician. Nose for the ball. Plays square to the line of scrimmage. Good lateral quickness to shuffle through traffic. Downhill player that breaks down and wraps up the ball carrier. Good use of hands to bench press blocker down and escape to make the tackle. Breaks up quickly on a ball thrown in front of him. Will throw his body around to make a tackle. Effective high tackler on the goal line. Bends his knees and plays with leverage. Plays with a good base and the quickness to slip blocks. Generally keeps blockers away from his body. Gets under the blocker. Good open field tackler. Can run with tight ends. Made 18 tackles in the 2008 national championship game against LSU. Sudden to read and react. Explosive hitter. Consistent tackler. Productive and active. Intense. Physically and mentally tough. Loves contact. Focused and smart. Reads quarterback and reacts very well in coverage. Has route awareness. Can play short man coverage. Can run man to man with most tight ends and fullbacks. An athletic blitzer with good instincts to time blitz. Big hands. Shorter arms than ideal. Can use more overall body strength. Sudden change of direction. Two-time team captain. Had 366 tackles, 24 1/2 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, and 9 interceptions in career. OSR:6/ 12. First/second round. (A-31 5/8, H-10, BP-22, SS-4.25).

Draft Rewind 2009 - Malcolm Jenkins - New Orleans Saints

What Ourlads NFL Scouting Services said about MALCOLM JENKINS: Ohio State, 6001 204 4.55. Three-and-a-half year starter that has the ability to close suddenly or make up speed. Good recoverability. Can stick his foot in the ground and drive on the ball. Loose hips, smooth and fluid in transition. Can run a back down from behind. Quick to read and react. Thinks on his feet. Quick reactions to play off blocks and make a play. Can turn and run with speed vertical receivers. Keeps position on the receiver and has good leaping ability and timing to make a play on the ball. Willing to support the run. Plays off blocks without getting bounced around. Productive playmaker when tested. Big corner with long arms. Team captain. Good athletic ability. Versatile. Can also play safety. Ball clubs are looking for safeties with corner skills and he fits the bill. He is also comfortable in press coverage to reroute receivers with his long arms. 2008 stats: 57 tackles, 9 pass breakups, 3 interceptions, and 11 career interceptions. Consistent performer over his career. BTR:left 4.50, right 4.56. OSR:8/32. First round. (A-34 1/2, H-9 1/4, VJ-33, SS-4.08).

Draft Rewind 2009 - Beanie Wells - Arizona Cardinals

What Ourlads NFL Scouting Services said about BEANIE WELLS: Ohio State, 6010 235 4.53. Junior entry. Two-year starter. Power runner with excellent inside vision and running skills. Not easy to tackle. Gets yards after the first hit. Always going forward. Strong enough to break tackles on the second level. Downhill runner that picks up strength and speed as he runs. He has 34 runs of over 20 yards the past two years. Runs high, similar to Brandon Jacobs of the Giants. Plays in the ‘I’ formation, one back set, or off set formations. Rarely dances in the hole. Explosive runner. Well built and defined body. He follows his blockers, but needs to be more patient to allow his blockers to set up. Can carry his pads. He rushed for 1224 yards against the ten ranked teams played the last two years. Rarely used in the passing game, caught 15 passes in his career. Will face up and block in pass protection. Will need work as a receiver but does have capable hands as a blocker. Was a man playing with boys when we first observed him as a high school senior in the Army All-Star Classic. Little has changed in three years. Long arms and big hands. A power back that has had a variety of injuries over his three year career. Durability is a concern, but he is the best back in the 2009 draft. OSR:6/29. First round. (A-33 5/8, H-10, BP-25, SS-DNP).

2012 Draft Nuggets - Mike Adams, Ohio State, OT

Mike Adams, Ohio State, 6080 305

Started parts of three years. Suspended the first five games of the 2011 season with an NCAA suspension. He more than held his own competing against some of the Big 10’s best including first round picks, JJ Watt, Ryan Kerrigan, and Adrian Clayborn. Physical and athletic in his play. The rangy tackle plays with good knee bend, balance, and shoulder width base. Good flexibility for a big man. Can bend and anchor a bull rush, yet is mobile enough to seal the edge of the defense. A battler with decent jab and recoil. Redirects and stays square with the ability to shadow a pass rusher. Quick react and recover to blitz pickup. Light feet and finish ability.

Chicago Bears release DE Vernon Gholston, Draft Rewind 2008

Vernon Gholston was a first round choice, the sixth pick of the New York Jets in 2008. What we said:


Gholston, Vernon Ohio State 6030 266 4.68 Junior entry. Two-year starter. Outstanding athletic ability. Still learning how to play the game. Productive big play end. Had 14 sacks and 15 1/2 tackles for loss in his 37 tackles. Had three sacks against Michigan. Can get locked up by a physical tackle that knows how to use his hands. Will throw his body at the ball carrier. Not a hell bent for leather player on ball away. Looks like he’s saving himself. Keeps his shoulders square to the line of scrimmage and generally doesn’t get turned. Is athletic enough to cover backs in the flat. Sudden upfield penetration. Gets rolled out if he gets too high. Driven back in the end zone by the LSU tight end and got his shoulders turned. Plays strong off cut and chip blocks and maintains contain responsibilities. Cushions back and folds inside on inside or plays away. Can be single blocked. Hand fights with tackle too much. When he gets pressure many times it is schemed (i.e.: twist, etc. will run around block to make play.) Will hit but no wrap. Question intensity and instincts. His game is full of inconsistencies. May be more athletic than football player. OSR:1/46. Edge speed:left 1.84, right 1.97.

Ross Homan, Minnesota Vikings, 200th Pick, 6th Round, 2011 NFL Draft

Homan, Ross Ohio State 6003 240 4.68

Two-and-a-half year starter. Somewhat mechanical in movements but overall is athletic and has a burst in pursuit. Decent change of direction and range, hustles in pursuit. Struggles to get off a block and spent way too much time on the ground. Tends to get caught up in the traffic instead of getting downhill and to the ball. Lacks power to take on a block and will get covered up. Active and aggressive. He needs to be in a scheme that will keep him from getting blocked. He is at his best in pursuit on the edge. Has the characteristics of a Will linebacker in a 4-3. Shorter arms than ideal for the position. Good football intelligence. Understands the zone concepts and has good awareness. Can run with backs on swing and check down routes. For complete report see Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft.

Brian Rolle, Philadelphia Eagles, 193rd Pick, 6th Round, 2011 NFL Draft

Rolle, Brian Ohio State 5095 229 4.56

Two-year starter. Team captain. Good athletic ability and speed. Shorter than ideal. Will take bad angles at times. Active and always around the ball. Will struggle in man to man matchups. Good range. Can stick his foot in the ground and drive on the ball. Explosive quickness. Physical tackler. Initiates contact. Strong for his size. Looks like a weakside Will 4-3 linebacker candidate. Can get smothered by big offensive linemen and separating at times. A three down linebacker who is athletic and instinctive. Will contribute on all special teams coverage units. For complete report see Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft.

Jermale Hines, St. Louis Rams, 158th Pick, 5th Round, 2011 NFL Draft

Hines, Jermale Ohio State 6012 219 4.65

Two-and-a-half year starter. Physical player who takes good angles in run support. Majors in zone coverage. Active within his zone. Good instincts. A wrap tackler who plays with quickness and strength. Plays the hybrid strong safety-linebacker in the Buckeye defensive scheme. An enforcer type that receivers know where he lines up. Hits with an explosive force. Gets in good position to make a tackle. Loves contact. Needs some technique work to tighten up his tackling skills. Gets a jump and is quick to close on medium routes. Good discipline and awareness. Will contribute on special teams coverage. May also be used as a “safe” punt catcher. For complete report see Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft.

Chimdi Chekwa, Oakland Raiders, 113th Pick, 4th Round, 2011 NFL Draft

Chekwa, Chimdi Ohio State 5116 191 4.40

Three-year starter with good athletic ability and speed to run deep. Smooth in his turns with good hip flexibility. Has good size and short area quickness for the position. Has breakdowns at times, including not concentrating and letting a slower receiver go by him and beat him for a touchdown. A pass will bounce off his chest because he didn’t see it. Doesn’t always get his head around to find the ball (look and lean). Has toughness and is a reliable tackler. Needs pro skill development but has the tools to play. Experience in special teams coverage as a gunner. For complete report see Ourlads Guide to the NFL Draft.

Justin Boren, 2011 Undrafted Free Agent, Offensive Guard

Boren, Justin Ohio State 6030 309 5.46
Three-year starter. Two at Ohio State. Transfer from Michigan.
Sound technique player. Plays square with a good base and keeps
position on rusher in pass protection. Good log and trap blocker.
Can adjust on the run and zero in on the target. Gets good depth
and approach. Follows through and finishes block. Lateral agility
and quickness is evident. Picks up twist and “x” stunts effortlessly.
Can sit down and anchor a bull rush. Good blitz awareness. Intense
and competitive. Developmental prospect who is smart and tough.
For complete report see Ourlads' Guide to the NFL Draft.

Terrelle Pryor, Ohio State, Quarterback

Pryor, Terrelle Ohio State 6053 236 4.45

Three-year starter with record of 31-4. An ascending right-handed pro quarterback prospect with unique and versatile athletic ability. Possesses the talent and skill set to contribute early in his career and provide impact play. Big, strong, and athletic enough to play a slot receiver position while he is learning all nuances of NFL quarterback play. Caught 3 passes for 2 touchdowns in Buckeye career. In 2010 he demonstrated a command of the offense. When passing the ball he had good arm strength and velocity to throw vertical and all NFL three level routes. Good footwork and balance in the pocket. Keeps his feet alive. Good deep ball accuracy at 50 yards plus. He can hit a moving target in stride downfield with few adjustments. Ball is wobbly at times. Not a perfect spiral. Holds ball up chest to shoulder high. He has developed touch on checkdowns, swing passes, and screens. Quick set up to the throwing point when taking the snap from under center. Approximately a 60/40 ratio of spread shotgun to pro style snap under center. Has a deliberate delivery with a quick wrist snap to get the ball out to his receivers. The nose of the ball will drop at times on short routes causing the football to dive and fall short of the target. Improved his ability in 2010 to pre-read, sight adjust, and locate secondary receivers. Noticeable improvement in his field vision and awareness in 2010. Appeared to read defenses better out of the shotgun than when taking snaps and dropping back to throwing point. Better anticipation in 2010 but rarely had to throw into tight windows. His receivers were generally wide open. Poised in the pocket. Was more confident with his protection in 2010. Keeps his eyes down the field. Has courage, doesn’t panic, and is determined to stay in the pocket. Stands tall and steps up when he feels pressure. Spreads the ball around to wide receivers, backs, and tight ends. Throws the complete route tree vertically and horizontally. Can make plays on the move, particularly running and passing to his left. Can buy time and extend a play. Creates plays with his feet. Natural athleticism. Can avoid and escape the rush with suddenness. Demonstrates the ability to reset his body with balance to make a quick and accurate throw. Dangerous when he pulls the ball down and runs to daylight. A smooth and explosive athlete with long strides. Has the innate speed and strength to run away from defenders. Uses a straight arm to ward off tacklers. Possesses functional speed and quickness. The Buckeyes ran a read option series out of their spread formation. Pryor’s decision making and consistency improved in 2010. Strong enough to shake off arm tackles or pass rushers in the pocket. Not easy to tackle. Finishes his runs. Elusive in the open field. Big, strong, and durable. Clutch ability to perform in crucial situations. Moves the team when needed, especially with the game on the line. He does have a bad habit of carrying the ball in the one hand or out away from his body, setting up a fumble or strip opportunity. He will also throw back across his body and the defense at times. Terrelle Pryor is an ultra competitive, playmaking, passionate, and athletic quarterback who played in a structured offensive scheme at Ohio State. He concluded his three-year college career in 2010 with six of his top eight performances. Productive with 6177 career passing yards (fifth at OSU), completed 16 consecutive passes in a game (second all time in the Big-10). Only six times in OSU history has a quarterback rushed for 100 yards and passed for 200 yards or more in the same game. Pryor did it five times. He is the Ohio State all-time quarterback rushing leader with 2164 yards (fourth on the Big-10 all-time list). Tenth in the country in 2010 in passing efficiency with 159.88 rating. Pryor had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee in February 2010 after partially tearing his posterior cruciate ligament. He also had surgery on 1/7/11 to stabilize a ligament in his right foot injured in the Sugar Bowl.
Pryor will need to learn and continue to improve on all the nuances and fundamentals of the pro passing game – decision making (judgment and decisiveness), accuracy, consistency, ability to anticipate windows in coverage (throw to spots), ability to handle adjustments, game management, react to adversity, reliability, and leadership. Most of his leadership qualities appear as a playmaker on the field. Pryor made the comment during his junior year that he didn’t work as hard as he could have his first two years and started to believe all the hype before the light went on in 2010. Projected to apply for Supplemental Draft this summer. MVP in 2011 Sugar Bowl, MVP in 2010 Rose Bowl. Beat Michigan three straight years along with three Big-10 championships.Big-10 2008 Freshman of the Year. USA Today High School Player of the Year in 2007, led his team to state championships in both football and basketball at Jeannette (PA) High School. Born 6/20/89. The Cleveland Plain Dealer called the high school recruitment of Terrelle Pryor the most publicized recruiting saga in college football history. Has red flags that need to be addressed. A boom or bust prospect. A first/second round developmental talent.

Arkansas Game Comparison

Total yds Passing Stats Rushing Score


Terrelle Pryor 336 14/25, 221 yds, 2 TDs 15/115 won 31-26

Cam Newton 329 10/14, 140 yds, 1 TD 25/189, 3 TDs won 65-43


Pryor through the years

Passing Stats TD/INTs Rushing TD LG

2010 210/323 2772 yds 65.0% 27 - 11 135/754 4 66
2009 167/295 2094 yds 56.6% 18 – 11 162/779 7 43
2008 100/165 1311 yds 60.6% 12 – 4 139/631 6 38
Totals 477/783 6177 yds 60.9% 57 – 26 436/2164 17 66

Bryant Browning, 2011 Undrafted Free Agent, Offensive Guard

Browning, Bryant Ohio State 6040 319 5.20
Three-year starter with long arms and big hands. Interesting
tools to succeed on Sunday. He will overextend and not bring his
feet with him in the run game at times. Can sit down and anchor
a bull rush when he bends his knees. Will come up instead of out
of his stances and plays with a high pad level. His base will get a
little wide at times which hinders him in pass protection. With
that being said, in pass protection he plays with good balance and
use of his hands. Alert to pick up the blitz. Plays with a strong 2-
arm extension. He maintains his balance when shadowing the pass
rusher. Has physical tools, but techniques are lacking. A smart
developmental prospect who has experience at both guard and
tackle.

For complete report see Ourlads' Guide to the NFL Draft.

Dane Sanzenbacher, 2011 Undrafted Free Agent, Wide Receiver

Sanzenbacher, Dane Ohio State 5113 182 4.56
Two-year starter who is consistent and dependable catching the
ball. Quick in and out of cuts. A slot type receiver who catches
the ball out away from the frame of his body. Caught five passes
for 62 yards as a late addition to the North Senior Bowl roster.
An above average athlete who can run routes off motion. A
tough and competitive guy who will concentrate and catch the
ball over the middle. Good body control. A willing blocker who
is aggressive and can adjust on the move. Holds the ball on
contact over the middle. Plays with good intensity.
For complete report see Ourlads' Guide to the NFL Draft.

Cameron Heyward, 31st Pick 2011 NFL Draft

Heyward, Cameron Ohio State 6050 299 4.90

Pittsburgh Steelers


Four-year starter who is versatile enough to play anywhere
along the front of a 4-3 or a 3-4 defense. Plays head up or
shades any of the front five offensive linemen. Moved around
to take advantage of match-up weaknesses. Someone at Penn
State riled him up and he proceeded to rack up 11 tackles, 3
tackles for loss, and 2 sacks. He has the talent to dominate his
competition. Grading his flashes he is powerful and explosive
off the ball. Has a quick first step. Can explode and unlock his
hips with force. Plays with a good power base and lower body
strength. Can bend his knees and play with leverage but will get
too high at times. If he plays that high on Sunday, he will get
rolled out of the hole. Has the innate strength to run over a
blocker on his bull rush. His game is power and strength. Can
collapse the pocket with vertical push and effort. Will finish
pursuit. For the complete report see Ourlads Guide To
The NFL Draft

Quinton Carter,Ahmad Black and other Safety Notes

FS – Quinton Carter (Oklahoma) OSR: 6/21. 23/BP, 4.06/SS. Chris Conte
(California) OSR: 8/21. 18/BP, 4.52/40, 35.5/VJ, 4.19/SS. Will Hill (Florida) Junior.
OSR: 15/21. 6006, 202. 4.19/SS. Did not bench due to right AC sprain. Jaiquawn
Jarrett (Temple) OSR: 20/21. H-10”. 4.14/SS. Mark LeGree (Appalachian State)
OSR: 5/21. 21/BP, 4.09/SS. Rahim Moore (UCLA) Junior. OSR: 14/21. 5116, 202.
35/VJ, 3.96/SS. Robert Sands (West Virginia) Junior. OSR: 19/21. 6043, 217. A-33
3/8”. 35/VJ, 4.06/SS. Jerrard Tarrant (Georgia Tech) Junior. OSR: 17/21. 6003,
204. Deunta Williams (North Carolina) OSR: DNP. A-33 ¼”, H-10”. Medical
exclusion – did not work out due to right tibia injury.


SS – Ahmad Black (Florida) OSR: 21/21. 18/BP, 35.5/VJ, 4.20/SS, 6.85/3 cone.
Jermale Hines (Ohio State) OSR: 16/21. 19/BP, 4.21/SS. Jeron Johnson (Boise
State) OSR: 7/21. 23/BP, 4.51/40. Did not do shuttles, 3 cone, or jumps due to strained
right hamstring during position drills. Shiloh Keo (Idaho) OSR: 2/21. 24/BP, 3.90/
SS, 6.55/3 cone. Joe Lefeged (Rutgers) OSR: 1/21. 18/BP, 4.42/40, 36.5/VJ, 4.13/SS,
6.82/3 cone. DeAndre McDaniel (Clemson) OSR: 9/21. H-10 1/8”. 35/VJ. Did not
do bench press due to right wrist fracture. Tyler Sash (Iowa) Junior. OSR: 19/21.
6000, 211. 6.90/3 cone. Da’Norris Searcy (North Carolina) OSR: 3/21. A-33 ½”.
27/BP, 4.09/SS, 6.87/3 cone. David Sims (Iowa State) OSR: 13/21. 24/BP, 4.50/40,
37.5/VJ. Nate Williams (Washington) OSR: 18/21. 17/BP, 4.15/SS.

Jeron Johnson and Other Defensive Back Notes 2011 NFL Draft

Jeron Johnson and Other Defensive Back Notes 2011 NFL Draft

Jeron Johnson (Boise State) – 5102, 210. A fundamentally sound
player who is instinctive and smart. Wrap up tackler. Can play both free
and strong safety. Shiloh Keo (Idaho) – 5114, 223. Competed in practice
and in the game like his hair was on fire. Fearlessly returned punts, blocked
a PAT, and made two tackles on special teams coverage. Physical on run
support. Always around the ball. Mario Butler (Georgia Tech) – 6003,
183. Can stick his foot in the ground and drive quickly on the ball. Needs
more strength to hold up as a run support tackler. Jermale Hines (Ohio
State) – 6012, 214. Physical in the box type safety that supports the run
with quickness and strength. Good instincts. Will contribute on special
teams coverage. Wrap tackler. Can run and carry tight ends down the field.
Andrew Rich (BYU) – 6024, 213. Big physical smart safety who is best
close to the line of scrimmage. Can lock up and cover tight ends or big slot
receivers. DeMarcus Van Dyke (Miami) – 6010, 174. Slender corner
who is athletic but needs more strength as a tackler. Lacks the strength to
reroute receivers. Good length for position. Good speed. Winston Venable
(Boise State) – 5110, 218. Emotional player who plays a physical game.
As with all the Boise State players, he is a sound tackler with good
football intelligence. David Sims (Iowa State) – 5093, 208. A good open
field tackler and run support player. Quick feet, struggles at times in
match-ups with tall receivers. Competitive. Some bad decisions as a punt
returner in the game. Brandyn Thompson (Boise State) – 5093, 188. A
reactive football player who takes good angles on run support. Quick
hands to slap the ball away from the receiver. Good tackler. Josh Thomas
(Buffalo) – 5101, 196. Has some hip tightness in transition. Flashes some
short area cover skills. Better as a press corner in a cover two scheme.
Loses the ball when covering deep. Struggled in practice in off man.