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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2013 14:09:18 GMT -8
Linked on SI.com, National Football Post on "Draft Rumblings". www.nationalfootballpost.com/What-NFP-is-hearing-Draft-Rumblings-2509.html?sct=hp_t2_a143. Leon McFadden, CB, San Diego State, Senior (5101, 187 and 4.55 E): Unlike many of the players I have discussed throughout the season, there is 100% agreement on what type of player McFadden is across the scouting community, but the question of where he will be drafted is a whole other story. While only possessing adequate height, McFadden’s outstanding technique enables him to consistently produce at a high level. Smooth and quick in his pedal and possessing excellent agility, he can transition and close fast on passes in front of him. Able to change directions fast, McFadden has the tools to excel covering slot receivers as he can handle moves to the inside or outside. While he lacks the top end speed too consistently stay with the fastest receivers on deep routes, his ability to flip his hips to turn and run without losing a step helps him be more effective on deep routes than you would expect. Everyone we spoke to agreed that McFadden has what it takes to be a top end nickel cornerback, but that where he gets drafted will be greatly affected by his 40 time because there are so many questions about his playing speed. |
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Post by theoracle20 on Jan 7, 2013 14:12:10 GMT -8
He would go in the first round if he was a few inches taller. Bummer.
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Post by longtimebooster on Jan 7, 2013 14:13:15 GMT -8
Seems to me that LM is plenty fast. I saw him drag several speedy receivers and running backs down from behind last season.
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Post by aztecinoz on Jan 7, 2013 14:16:16 GMT -8
From the sounds of this scout report I would say he goes 2nd or 3rd. Let's hope he trains with some good people and can run a nice 40 at the combine.
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Post by aztecryan on Jan 7, 2013 14:17:59 GMT -8
If he can run a low 4.4, he's got a shot to go pretty high.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2013 14:21:58 GMT -8
He would go in the first round if he was a few inches taller. Bummer. Kind of easy to say that, isn't it? But not necessarily accurate. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2013 14:23:17 GMT -8
If he can run a low 4.4, he's got a shot to go pretty high. Agreed. |
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Post by NTU on Jan 7, 2013 14:28:13 GMT -8
3rd to 4th round at best. Doesn't mean he won't have a nice career, though.
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Post by cvaztec on Jan 7, 2013 14:34:49 GMT -8
Probably around 4th round, which isn't bad. It seems like its been awhile since we've had a corner with nfl prospects. When's the last time we had a corner drafted? Was it Jeff Shoate?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2013 14:46:45 GMT -8
Probably around 4th round, which isn't bad. It seems like its been awhile since we've had a corner with nfl prospects. When's the last time we had a corner drafted? Was it Jeff Shoate? Yeah, must have been. Ricky Sharpe maybe? Or was he an undrafted free agent? He bounced around a few NFL rosters. Marviel was drafted, but safety. Given the high need for quality corners in todays pass heavy game, a good combine showing could vault McFadden up there in my opinion. |
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Post by greysuit on Jan 7, 2013 16:07:34 GMT -8
He would go in the first round if he was a few inches taller. Bummer. And would have played for USC... |
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Post by aztecsfuturefinal4 on Jan 7, 2013 20:06:21 GMT -8
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Post by johneaztec on Jan 7, 2013 20:19:17 GMT -8
Seems to me that LM is plenty fast. I saw him drag several speedy receivers and running backs down from behind last season. You're right LTB. He dragged them down from behind because he has good FOOTBALL speed. |
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Post by missiontrails on Jan 7, 2013 21:29:03 GMT -8
Probably around 4th round, which isn't bad. It seems like its been awhile since we've had a corner with nfl prospects. When's the last time we had a corner drafted? Was it Jeff Shoate? We used to be considered "Cornerback U" with Buchanon, Lavender, Nate Wright, Terry Jackson, etc. No mas...... |
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Post by Simsonic on Jan 8, 2013 7:05:17 GMT -8
He is one of the bette corners I have seen coming out of college. I am not sure where he is drafted, but I am sure he is a legitimate NFL corner for years to come. Sometimes a football player's ability can't be judged by height, speed, and stats off of the field.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2013 8:19:46 GMT -8
Probably around 4th round, which isn't bad. It seems like its been awhile since we've had a corner with nfl prospects. When's the last time we had a corner drafted? Was it Jeff Shoate? Yeah, must have been. Ricky Sharpe maybe? Or was he an undrafted free agent? He bounced around a few NFL rosters. Sharpe was a very different player. Had a ton of athletic skill but gambled far too much and got burned often. McFadden is less quick but plays more intelligently. Fourth round would be my guess. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2013 8:38:49 GMT -8
3rd
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Post by theoracle20 on Jan 8, 2013 14:38:32 GMT -8
He would go in the first round if he was a few inches taller. Bummer. Kind of easy to say that, isn't it? But not necessarily accurate. It's an established fact. Everyone knows it. 100% accurate. |
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Post by podpeople on Jan 8, 2013 14:56:50 GMT -8
Kind of easy to say that, isn't it? But not necessarily accurate. It's an established fact. Everyone knows it. 100% accurate. "only a Sith deals in absolutes." |
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