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2 hours ago, 45catfan said:

There is still buzz about the Falcons taking a QB.  While it's possible, I really don't see it happening.  I honestly think it's to get Denver, Patriots or even Washington to jump up to #4.

I see Denver as a move up candidate as well.

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I don't mind a WR at #8, but I don't think he's (Waddle) better than Chase or Smith.  And I'd be really concerned about him staying healthy.

I think he's going to be a solid player but I just wouldn't take him over the other guys I expect to be available.  Personally, I'd be shocked if we took him at #8 without at least looking into trading down first.

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4 hours ago, woahfraze said:

While this is technically true, my general belief is that you can find above average WR play in Rounds 2 and 3 (or later) than you can above average offensive line play.  WRs coming out of college these days are simply more prepare to contribute early on in their career than offensive linemen, with the average NFL offense incorporating more and more concepts that originated in the college ranks (e.g. spread field, RPOs, etc).  Can you find good linemen later on? Yes.  I just think it's less likely.

So I would very much prefer to take a stud offensive linemen at 8 and then try to find your 3rd WR (yes, I understand that with Robby Anderson and DJ Moore's contracts being up next year, we may need to view this player as a No. 2--I don't think we'd lose both) than vice versa.

Yes, I agree.  I suppose the context here is they want a game changer--a threat--a super talent--and not just a player to develop who could step into a key role.

And I am in the OT camp as well.  I think there are 4 good ones, but 1 is a RT who could possible play LT--Tevin Jenkins OKSt.

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6 hours ago, woahfraze said:

While this is technically true, my general belief is that you can find above average WR play in Rounds 2 and 3 (or later) than you can above average offensive line play.  WRs coming out of college these days are simply more prepare to contribute early on in their career than offensive linemen, with the average NFL offense incorporating more and more concepts that originated in the college ranks (e.g. spread field, RPOs, etc).  Can you find good linemen later on? Yes.  I just think it's less likely.

So I would very much prefer to take a stud offensive linemen at 8 and then try to find your 3rd WR (yes, I understand that with Robby Anderson and DJ Moore's contracts being up next year, we may need to view this player as a No. 2--I don't think we'd lose both) than vice versa.

Little, Jenkins, Radunz, Leatherwood, Cosmi. These are all starting tackles that have a decent chance to be there at 39. Sure, I'd much prefer Slater or Sewell, but I won't bitch as long as a starting LT is found.

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To be fair, I don't watch a ton of tape on these players, but Waddle's numbers dropped every year, even as Bama's offensive production went up. On the other hand Smith's production went up every year. I think I would prefer Smith or Chase over Waddle. Waddle reminds me a bit of that Clemson receiver that came out a while ago, he ended up just being a return specialist.

Just my observation.

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5 minutes ago, Jaxel said:

To be fair, I don't watch a ton of tape on these players, but Waddle's numbers dropped every year, even as Bama's offensive production went up. On the other hand Smith's production went up every year. I think I would prefer Smith or Chase over Waddle. Waddle reminds me a bit of that Clemson receiver that came out a while ago, he ended up just being a return specialist.

Just my observation.

You mean they dropped last year when he only played 5 games due to an injury? Look at his stats from last year on a per game basis. He was on pace for 75/1670/12 before he got hurt.

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1 hour ago, Mage said:

I am pretty damn confident in saying that Waddle will not be as good as Tyreek Hill.

Devonta had more catches this season than Waddle had in his career at Bama.  Devonta is a tad taller and like 10 pounds lighter than Waddle.  Virtually no difference size wise.

Waddle is also coming off injury.

Devonta is light years better than Waddle.

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17 hours ago, Verge said:

Not my prediction. You'll see that in my official mock soon 😉

*Spoiler ALERT*  Verges' pick for the panthers IS.........

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KWITY PAYE!!!!!!!!

Source- some dumb-ass on the Huddle....

For the real pick, my guess is Slater.

 

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1 hour ago, Jaxel said:

To be fair, I don't watch a ton of tape on these players, but Waddle's numbers dropped every year, even as Bama's offensive production went up. On the other hand Smith's production went up every year. I think I would prefer Smith or Chase over Waddle. Waddle reminds me a bit of that Clemson receiver that came out a while ago, he ended up just being a return specialist.

Just my observation.

I hope you’re joking.  If not your clueless.

he had 800+ yards as a true freshman playing in 15 games.  And dropped to 500+ playing in 2 less games sharing the WR room with upperclassman like Jeudy, Ruggs, and Smith who all were/are 1st founders.

 

 

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prior to his injury THIS year.

Smith had 483 yards and 4 TDS to Waddle’s 557 and 4 TD’s

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Have other WR agents been leaking BS about Waddle?? Hes the real deal folks, a top ten LOCK. This years is heavy cream, in 2019 he would have gone 3rd. By real reports hes the type that plays hurt, real tough guy for the WR spot. No Chase, everyone would signing waddle as the top WR. Reports are he was the best form ALL the Bama WRs form 2019 til now. 

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