One Guy Who Really Hasn't Been Discussed

[davos]

...maybe for a decent reason or two...but NICK PERRY

This kid is fully capable of filling the 4-3 DE role, he is 6-3 270, and everything I read about him only seems to be positive. From my perspective, he may not be the best of the prospects, but if we trade down, this guy has some serious defensive play maker potential. He may not be a complete package but this is the type of first rounder that could sneak up on us and we'll be like whatttdduufuugg??

some bit from CBS:

Pass rush: Has very good first step quickness and does a nice job in space. Has the footwork, body control and fluidity to quickly change directions. Does a nice job elevating and getting his hands up to knock down passes at the line of scrimmage. Works hard to collapse the pocket with a relentless motor. Brings aggressive playing style on every snap and doesn't quit. Lacks elite size and length -- undersized and can be swallowed by larger blockers.

Run defense: Read/reacts quickly with good awareness and recognition skills to chase down the play from different angles. Understands leverage and does a nice job staying balanced, getting lower than blockers and underneath their pads, usually attracting holding penalties.

Explosion: A quick, flexible athlete with sharp burst off the snap. Shows the natural bend and coordination to dip his shoulder and consistently win the edge. Doesn't always time-up his explosion and isn't a sudden pass rusher.

Strength: Uses his powerful upper body and hands to force his way into the pocket. Does a nice job swatting blocker's hands/arms with his violent, active hands. Struggles to disengage at the point of attack and will never be the strongest on the field -- functional strength is a question mark.

Tackling: Plays smart and disciplined, staying at home and restraining from biting on fakes -- listens and applies coaching. Good hand strength to secure tackles. Lacks ideal arm length, but works hard to wrap and tackle through the ballcarrier.

Intangibles: Has good production on his resume, capping off his career with a strong junior season, leading the Pac-12 in sacks. Has questionable instincts when asked to drop in coverage. Appears fatigued late in games and needs to show better conditioning.

-- Dane Brugler

[bababoey]

He is a guy I really like but only if we trade down into the teens or 20's. 9 is to high for a guy that in his first year will probally only play in pass rush sisuations. At least for his first year.

I am suprised no one anywhere on here has mentioned Malik Jackson for Tenn. I saw the guy play in person 2 time while he was at Tenn and he was really the only guy they had on the D-line there. Got all the focus from the O-line of the other team and still was able to put pressure on the quarterbacks in the SEC at 275 lbs and playing DT. He reminds me a little of a taller longer Johnson (and who doesn't like a longer Johnson). But in the 4th round if he is there and we have not addressed the pass rush with our first 2 picks would be a guy that I think would be perfect. Could play 5 tech on run downs and 3 on pass downs and fill alot of rolls for this team. Just a thought.

[GreatPoupon]

liked nick perry at the combine but i'm not sure he's left in the second round.

[MadHatter]

Yep.

Perry is a nice player....not good enough for #9....won't last until #40.

[Pejorative Miscreant]

Late first early second round pick. If he is there in the 2nd and we go CB in round 1 it would not be a bad get.

[Riverboat Ron]

Wouldn't be surprised for a 3-4 team doing what it takes to grab him, I think he'll be an outstanding 3-4 OLB.