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Andrew Luck: Not on my can't-miss NFL list

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Posted Thursday, March 01, 2012 08:26 AM   63 comments
I'm going to give you all a breakdown on what to expect from the players entering this years draft.

For now I will give you a few guys to watch, players who are "can't misses" and some of the under the radar guys who will be very successful at the next level.

BTW.... any of you who have followed me through the years in the college football forum know I kept pumping a guy up named " Robert Griffin III ". Yeah, that guy turned out pretty good I think.



Here are a few guys who IMO are cant miss guys at the next level... Not my entire list. But a few. ( notice Mr. Luck is not on my list. I will get into later on why I think he may be a tad overrated. )

This is not the entire list... But guys IMO who will have a long successful NFL Career ( NO particular order)

Justin Blackmon
David Decastro
Kendal Wright
Micheal Floyd
Dwayne Allen
Dontari Poe
Vinny Curry
Billy Winn
Lavonte David
Robert Griffin III
Case Keenum
Matt Kalil
Morris Claiborn
Melvin Ingram
Luke Kuechly
Isaiah Pead
Mark Barron
Orson Charles
Eric Page
 
I dont care what draft experts say.... I know and trust what I see.
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Teaser78 says:
03/01/12 03:15PM
I PROMISE YOU THAT RG3 WILL BE A AVERAGE QB AND A BUST FOR ALL THE HYPE ... WE WILL SEE .. BUT I DONT THINK HE IS GONNA MAKE IT .. WILL HAVE A VERY SHORT NFL CAREER ESP IF HE GETS DRAFTED BY THE REDSKINS ..JUST IMO
kickinA says:
03/01/12 05:15PM

Billy Winn

Not sold on Case Keenum for the very same reason Mugg stated. I'm iffy on Eric Page at the same time.

BigGame90 says:
03/01/12 06:35PM
Still waiting.....
Boom_Boom says:
03/01/12 08:02PM
Pead is a solid running back. The Guy WILL put up numbers at the next level. Good Work ethic, solid toughness and overall a pretty sharp guy.
Boom_Boom says:
03/01/12 08:05PM


Whats up mugg. I will do a write up on keenum.

About Polk. You know him better than me. Am I judging the guy right by saying he overall speed may be a factor? The guy is, like you say, a tough 215lb back who cant " carry the load ". I envision him playing at the next level as a third down type back for a few reasons. Good tough runner on short yardage and he has very above average hands for a Back.


Boom_Boom says:
03/01/12 08:25PM
Case Keenum -

I think most of the world is looking at the QB's in this draft and saying that Luck and Griffin are the two best QB's. Not me. Sorry. I actually believe that Keenum is " Drew Brees " made over. Most QB's in the NFL have to fit a " prototype image " You know, 6' 4 or so. Very few guys ever make it as NFL QB's who are 6' 1 or smaller. Except the great ones. IMO, Keenum is just that.

 I dont care what what Mel kiper or Mcshay tell you about what the NFL looks for in a QB. The truth is this. It takes three things to become a successful QB. 1) Accuracy and arm strength, if you dont have it you wont be playing on Sundays. 2) Smarts!! Any good QB must be able to break down the defense and most importantly, process information very quickly. Why? NFL blitz schemes are much more complicated at the next level. 3) The most important trait for any QB at any level but definitely at the Pro level is....  The will to lay it all on the line. The guy who has something in him that makes his insides hurt when he loses. Someone who take no prisoners or shows no mercy. The guy you would take to a fight with you.

IMO. Keenum is all of those things and more.



My scouting report says:

1) RG3
2) Keenum
3 ) Luck








JerryWrasse says:
03/02/12 06:37PM
I love me some Decastro. Best o-line prospect in the draft and it not even debatable. 

Boom I always respect opinion but you label RGIII as can't miss? IMO he's the 3rd best qb prospect in the draft. Luck is clearly 1 and if Weeden was 5 years younger he would be in the discussion for number 1 pick in the entire draft. If Barkley declared he also is the better prospect. To me Griffin is Sean King all over again. A guy who goes 2 rounds higher than he should. As expected he killed it at the combine. He will be a serviceable pro but never a guy who will get you over the hump and he will eventually fizzle out after a few seasons.
Capper007 says:
03/03/12 07:37PM

How can you PUT this much (if your Indy) They are missing so many pieces, they could have traded down and had a chance to compete NEXT year... Colts are making a HUGE MISTAKE!!

TRADE DOWN, GET 6 PICKS FOR #1, AND COMPETE NEXT YEAR, NOT IN 3 OR 4 YEARS!!!

HOUSE ON LUCK = BAD DECISION..NFL WILL CHEW HIM UP (B/C HIGH EXPECTATIONS AND SPIT HIM OUT!!!

COLTS

2012   3-13

2013  6-10

2014  8-8

TEAMS ARE NOT 4 YEAR PATIENT!!!!

depeche2 says:
03/04/12 01:07PM


So Case Keenum is a can't miss and Andrew Luck isn't.  You, sir, IMHO are nuts. 
thorpe says:
03/04/12 09:20PM

Maybe he is just high, and not nuts.
THEMUGG says:
03/05/12 12:34AM

  I've been right & wrong with my predictions on qb's. All 3 could turn out to be excellent pro's. I've seen a lot more of Luck than I have of RG3 or Keenum. To me Luck has all the tools + the poise the other 2 don't have. The guy knows how to run an offense. Griffin may turn out to be the most electric..........Keenum perhaps the more prolific passer.............I see Luck being a winner.
HutchEmAll says:
03/05/12 07:29PM
If SOMEHOW RGIII gets to 3, I pray MN takes him.  Figure it out later. If not, they better NOT get cute.  Just take Kalil and move along.  

You can find secondary and receiver help in later rounds.  Don't F around with the left tackle position.  There is a reason Ponder got killed.  Kalil would change the whole complexion of that offensive line.  
HutchEmAll says:
03/05/12 07:31PM
And I do like Floyd.  He's got some Fitzgerald and Sidney Rice in him in terms of style and the type of receiver they are.  Not super fast, but good hands, good body control, and generally money when it's a jump ball.  
Boom_Boom says:
03/05/12 08:53PM
I think Luck is a great guy and an excellent football player. But the thing I see with Luck is, he has had a terrific  offensive line to play behind. Also, I think the style of offense Stanford runs really protects the QB.

I have had the privilege to watch all three guys a lot this past year. All three are great. 

You know whats funny is i actually seen a magazine where they were ranking the top 20 QB's entering the draft and they had keenum at 15...... I started laughing hysterically and actually through the magazine in the trash. It really surprises me just how bad some writers are at this shit.

 Please pay me.... I know I can do a better job.
Boom_Boom says:
03/05/12 08:55PM
Add very accurate as well.

Boom_Boom says:
03/05/12 08:59PM
I hear ya. But I cant see any scenario where RG3 doesnt go 2.

Hear is what will happen. S.t Louis will trade the pick away. no question about it. I think Washington or Cleveland moves up and makes a deal with the Rams.

If Im Minnesota im going after the big tackle from USC  
Boom_Boom says:
03/05/12 09:00PM
do you like him better than Blackmon?

I think Blackmon is the best WR coming out since Calvin Johnson
Capper007 says:
03/07/12 12:31PM

IT WILL LOOK THAT WAY BECAUSE HIS TE SUCKS!!! HE IS GOOD THE COLTS ARE GONNA SUCK FOR TEH NEXT 5 YEARS!!!

BLACKMON IS THE SAFEST BET!! HE CAN TAKE A GOOD TEAM TO THE NEXT LEVEL!! HE WILL MAKE THE 3RD PICK VERY INTERESTING, BECAUSE HE WILL START!!!! SO WILL LUCK BUT HE WILL GO 4-12!! BLACKMON WILL CATCH A 3 BALLS A GAME.

mainmanmainman2 says:
03/07/12 01:48PM
Luck is the real deal son. way better than ryan leaf. 


luccccccccccccccccccccck will have d. clark and reggie wayne and some other nice weapons.

he can do it. 


barring any injury luck will be a hall of fame caliber sex machine  
Laroja says:
03/07/12 04:18PM

Keenum...

http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-02-26/case-keenum-disappoints-in-throwing-drills

Boom_Boom says:
03/07/12 07:14PM
you know whats funny about shit like that? The first sentence says Keenum has struggled to prove he can be a NFL QB....  really??? Cause We havent even seen the kid take a snap at the next level yet.

 I guess those guys know what there talking about because they were the same people who said Jamarcus Russel would be a great NFL QB.

As I have said many times before. I trust my eye's 
blowoutgm says:
03/07/12 11:48PM
So Keenum's lack of arm strength doesn't bother you? RG III is a speciman but he played in an offense that isn't conducive to NFL success. Luck called his own plays so that helps him tremendously playing in the NFL. 
Boom_Boom says:
03/08/12 04:54PM
Good Question. I think Barkley will be a top 10 pick next season. Im not extremely high on the guy although I think he can play. I think if he were in this class I would have 4th behind 1) RG3 2) keenum 3) Luck
Boom_Boom says:
03/08/12 04:57PM


Arm Strength is always a concern for any QB. Im not sure that he lacks arm strength. I think thats here say. I do know this, the guy is extremely accurate and is a leader.

If keenum played in the SEC or the BIG 12 or the ACC or whatever..... the guy would have had more hype then any QB in the modern area.

I know most wont believe this, but Keenum is Drew Brees made over.
Boom_Boom says:
03/08/12 05:03PM
Also RG3 will work in any system. I love when you here the talking heads on TV talk about how this guy or that guy will translate to the NFL......  please. Give me a fucking break.

Here is what they do. They take a guy like Colt Brennan who never deserved the hype and use against other guys. Well guess what?? RG3 is a damn freak who aint no Colt. The guy runs a 4.3, is a super sharp guy, throws a great spiral ( or what I like to call it.... the guy spins it ), throws maybe the best deep ball I 've ever seen and overall is a good person.
mainmanmainman2 says:
03/08/12 05:54PM
my bad no more reggie wayne =/
Boom_Boom says:
03/21/12 06:20PM
guys....

This draft is getting closer and closer. Im telling you right now that RG3 is the better QB.

Luck is tremendous. But I think RG3 is the best QB coming into the NFL in over 10 years. 

Think whatever you like. This IS the truth 
waltertaylor24 says:
03/21/12 06:28PM

You don't always have to sound like an arrogant prick.  Carry on.
marnypoly says:
03/21/12 06:37PM
Oh gawd. If only the internet was around when Manning and Leaf were drafted.

There'd be some comical BS like this thread.




Jaysvdubwhat says:
03/21/12 07:08PM

agreed

lol boom how do u have luck 3rd

Boom_Boom says:
03/21/12 09:23PM
  ok....




Jaysvdubwhat says:
03/21/12 09:24PM
will you retract this statement when luck brings the colts a superbowl within 10 years
detroitlionsfan says:
03/21/12 09:26PM
^ yea be sure to bump this in 10 years
Boom_Boom says:
03/21/12 09:32PM
look, my creditability is on this site speaks for itself. I never said Luck wasnt a good player. Im simply saying RG3 is a very rare athlete who has ALL the tools... not some. ALL
Boom_Boom says:
03/21/12 09:33PM
I know... right
detroitlionsfan says:
03/21/12 09:47PM
colts are not drafting rg3.
Boom_Boom says:
03/21/12 09:54PM
didnt say they were.

Just saying RG3 is the better QB.
TRAIN69 says:
03/21/12 11:11PM

Wheres my boy Jacuies Smith ?

 

BOOM

jackdfan says:
03/21/12 11:25PM

Luck lasting longer in the NFL than RG3

-175

shark_apreza says:
03/22/12 04:35PM
i liek ur write ups and i have a great respect for you my friend

but u are very veyr biased towards RGIII...so i cant take too serioulsy ur opinion towards it---i know the kid is great---adn will excell in next level--in the right sostem and right weapons around him--just like luck
Gold_Rush says:
03/29/12 03:44AM

 I want to express to you my unbridled joy knowing you think, excuse me - KNOW - that Griffin is the better pick and the best QB coming into the league in a decade . Bless you - 

What the Skins did to position themselves for the 2nd pick was in my mind is the smartest, bravest move this team has ever made. 

20 years - 20 long Painful, exhausting years I have suffered in this raging QB carousel and thank GOD it is about to come to an end. 

P.S. Clemson wins the National Championship - 

TRAIN69 says:
03/30/12 10:25PM

What are you gonna do when the picka tight end or fullback 1st?

 

Crusher13 says:
03/30/12 11:47PM
Gold

Redskins made a phenomanal move procuring one of the can't miss QB's in this draft. Either one will stabilize that franchise despite all of little Danny's meddling And I ain't no Deadskin fan either, just stating the obvious
HutchEmAll says:
04/02/12 05:21PM
So Keenum's lack of arm strength doesn't bother you? RG III is a speciman but he played in an offense that isn't conducive to NFL success.
_______________

Didn't Cam Newton as well?
JackSmack says:
04/02/12 11:14PM

Stop hating on alshon boom-boom, and btw fuck clemson

JUST PLAYIN.  but I do think Alshon will be a fine wr in NFL, we will see.

Gold_Rush says:
04/03/12 05:14PM

want to give me some odds on that one.. Just kiddin lol
Gold_Rush says:
04/03/12 05:16PM

Yes, I feel this move was huge - and I give credit to the Dan..

But the truth is, you and I both would love to trade places with that man any day of the year. Have you seen his new Yacht?


waltertaylor24 says:
04/28/12 11:37PM
Keenum goes undrafted 
Crusher13 says:
04/28/12 11:47PM
Walter    Keenum undrafted WTF?

I thought, according to BOOM he was the 3rd best QB in draft

Can't believe somebody didn't take Kellen Moore either. Guess he'll at least get a head start on his coaching career
eliminat0r85 says:
04/29/12 02:07AM
no ones taking short qb's right now and it was a bad year to be a qb in this draft. Also for all the hype the draft gets people do get too much into the media sign and the ratings. I mean guys get drafted and turn out great some are duds, some go undrafted get signed and do well. The combine is not an NFL game. Teams and analysts need to keep that in mind before completely disowning a guy from ever playing in the nfl. Look at Brady he was drafted what like 190th because he couldn't throw or run an offense.

The shits laughable at the end of the day these are not grown ass men coming into the NFL they have plenty of time to grow and improve. Keenum could easily be picked up by a team and do well if he has the heart and the work ethic to get better. Which i believe he does.

If i'm drafting someone to take over my team and be a franchise player I want the guy who gets pissed at himself and will continue battling and never be completely happy with their performance.

Luck may/may not translate well to the pros. My advice for that guy is to turn off the tv and stop listening to everyone blowing him. Just go out there and try to get better everyday, if he can do that he'll be good. If he buys into the hype that hes gods gift to football he is doomed to fail.
TRAIN69 says:
04/29/12 12:20PM
Eric Page didnt get drafted? WTF?

BOOM
JackSmack says:
04/29/12 12:49PM
colts stole one later with ty hilton
Boom_Boom says:
04/29/12 06:44PM


 Never said keenum was going to get drafted 1st round, or any round for that matter. But what I do know is the guy is a stud.... I also know you value my opinion. Why? Because idiots like you are easy to point out. Good thing for you this is a public forum and you get to read what I write for free!!! Trust me, stick around ans listen and you WILL become a smarter sports fan, a smarter gambler and a overall smarter individual.

Dont it suck getting owned like this














































Check mate 
Boom_Boom says:
04/29/12 06:46PM
Train... Whats up bro.

Paige dont have the speed to show up on Draft boards.

Trust me. He will get signed. He will make a roster. He will contribute.
Boom_Boom says:
04/29/12 06:49PM



see walter

read this shit

everyone else in the forum calls me boom.


You call me fucking Nostradamus
waltertaylor24 says:
04/29/12 07:18PM
No one values your opinion as much as you do.
Boom_Boom says:
04/29/12 07:44PM


You just proved my point. See how quickly you came to respond.




waltertaylor24 says:
04/29/12 10:59PM
All I said was that he went undrafted and you go on one of your know it all rants....  Keep it up if it makes you feel better.
JackSmack says:
04/29/12 11:22PM

typical clemson fan

THUMP THUMP

Gamecocks!!!

THUMP THUMP

Gamecocks!!!

TRAIN69 says:
04/30/12 02:57PM


Whats your point? Wheres your thread saying he wouldnt get drafted? Pretty easy once its all said and done.....
THE-KID says:
05/02/12 05:51PM
What's up Boom? Glad to see DeCastro on your list. My Steelers need him to be a starter from day 1.
ArtSchlichterJr says:
05/03/12 04:10PM
Well that would be writers and GM's of NFL teams... Keep your day job... Keenum over Luck....
johnboy72 says:
09/19/12 10:45AM
who likes tonite game??????and who will you take buffalo or kent ?????????
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