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South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney hasn’t seemed like Superman his first couple video games. And Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater has.
Clowney’s so-so start compelled of us who desperately wish to be heard to say he was overrated based on one spotlight hit. All that reveals is that they saw precisely one play of Clowney, an amazing expertise, throughout final season.
Opposing groups are staying far-off from Clowney, ensuring they keep away from his facet. He was in and out of the lineup in South Carolina’s first game and he looked drained, but there were experiences he was battling an illness. Part of the issue with judging Clowney solely on stats like sacks is it doesn’t consider that teams can game plan to avoid a defensive end.
If you paid attention to Clowney earlier than he blew up Michigan operating again Vincent Smith in the Outback Bowl, you understand he’s a legitimately fearsome defensive end. NFL groups understand what he brings to the table. However, that is to not say Bridgewater would not even be a wise choice for no matter NFL workforce gets the first pick.
Bridgewater, a implausible pocket passer, has 752 yards, nine touchdowns and one interception, with a seventy six.7 completion share. Scoff on the competitors, but his early-season work is just reinforcing what we knew already.
Through the season we’re going to be checking in on the 2014 draft, seeing whose inventory is moving up and down, and projecting who will go on the top of the draft. There are a few guys in the Alabama-Texas A&M game who you would possibly wanna check out, as a result of loads of them will play on Sundays. And through the 12 months, the Clowney-Bridgewater debate can be fun to trace.
The premature 2014 mock draft
1. Jacksonville Jaguars
Louisville QB Teddy Bridgewater
If you’re Jacksonville, and also you desperately want a quarterback, are you able to go on Bridgewater? If you don’t have a quarterback within the NFL you’re in bother, and he’s the very best one out there. Nevertheless it’s so arduous to move on..
2. Oakland Raiders
South Carolina DE Jadeveon Clowney
Whoever will get the second decide may be relieved. You possibly can’t be second-guessed when you have got the No. 2 decide on this draft. Simply choose whoever would not go first, and keep away from the controversy.
3. Arizona Cardinals
Texas A&M OT Jake Matthews
It is loopy that final yr’s Aggies had the No. 2 pick of the 2013 draft (Luke Joeckel) and one of the most secure bets for a prime 10 decide in the 2014 draft (Matthews) at the tackle spots.
4. Cleveland Browns
UCLA QB Brett Hundley
There are so many good quarterbacks in college soccer, this could change by season’s finish. But Hundley has such a nice combination of abilities – measurement, athleticism, arm power, accuracy – that if the redshirt sophomore does come out for the draft, he won’t last lengthy.
5. San Diego Chargers
Alabama OT Cyrus Kouandjio
We’re all going to look at the massive showdown on Saturday, proper? Do yourself a favor and focus on the Crimson Tide’s monstrous and athletic left sort out.
6. Buffalo Bills
UCLA LB Anthony Barr
Edge rusher gives them another playmaker on protection.
7. New York Jets
Oregon RB-WR De’Anthony Thomas
Not possible to give up on Geno early, so they give him an offensive weapon.
8. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Michigan OT Taylor Lewan
An improve over the overrated Donald Penn.
9. Pittsburgh Steelers
North Carolina OT James Hurst
They need to get this place right finally, for Ben’s sake.
10. Minnesota Vikings
Clemson QB Tajh Boyd
Christian Ponder all of the sudden has some competition.
Notre Dame DT Louis Nix (USA At this time Sports activities Photographs) eleven. Tennessee Titans
Notre Dame DT Louis Nix
They want a distinction maker up front on this defense.
12. Miami Dolphins
Florida CB Louchiez Purifoy
Have been rebuilding secondary since April, but extra work to do.
13. St. Louis Rams
Alabama S HaHa Clinton-Dix
Hey hey, a true difference maker at place the Rams need help at.
14. Washington Redskins (owned by Rams)
Stanford OG David Yankey
Continued reinforcements up front for burgeoning Rams offense.
15. New York Giants
Notre Dame DL Stephon Tuitt
Justin Tuck’s eventual alternative? Giants at all times search talent, depth up front.
16. Carolina Panthers
Clemson WR Sammy Watkins
Steve Smith says he has a number of seasons left; ample time to go the baton.
MOVING UP
Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel
I do know, I wouldn’t be shocked if some teams took him off their board. There’s simply a lot about Manziel off the field that makes you marvel if he’s extra bother than he’s price. But then he plays.
If you knew nothing about Manziel however what you’ve seen between the whistles, you’d think of him otherwise. He’s dynamic, an unbelievable runner and a fairly good passer too (imagine him in Chip Kelly’s offense in Philadelphia? Wow). He has 497 passing yards and 6 touchdowns already this season despite missing a half, so he’s picked up proper the place he left off from his Heisman season. But being a NFL quarterback is extra than simply what you do on the sector. You’re taking Manziel, you get the whole bundle. That’s what makes him a bit scary.
Let’s test back in on Johnny Football after he performs Alabama’s defense on Saturday. If he has one other superb recreation towards them.. it would be pretty powerful to pass on him subsequent Could, would not it?
MOVING DOWN
USC WR Marqise Lee
This isn’t totally his fault. He plays for a coach in Lane Kiffin who has no business holding the job he does. But nonetheless.. 15 catches for 131 yards in two video games, with no gain longer than 19 yards for a guy projected as a potential high 10 choose is somewhat regarding. And blaming the quarterback isn’t utterly honest. USC’s two quarterbacks are each 4-star recruits who have been ranked No. 2 and No. three at their position of their recruiting class. Nearly every college would love to have two 4-star quarterback recruits. Blame the teaching, however there’s talent at USC – that is not the issue. If Lee has a down season (see Clemson’s Sammy Watkins last yr), teams must look very carefully at the the explanation why.
2014 NFL Draft Report – Teddy Bridgewater or Jadeveon Clowney debate continues to rage
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