Round 1, Pick 13
Brandon Graham, DE/OLB, Michigan
Ht: 6’ 1 3/8” Wt: 268
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: I really like Brandon Graham, and I really like this pick: Graham might not look like the prototypical defensive end, but he's a football player who knows how to get to the quarterback.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: A short, square-cut, disruptive leverage-power rusher who played with his hand on the ground at Michigan but could project to a rush linebacker role in an aggressive, one-gap- ping “30” front such as that of the Ravens, Steelers or Chargers. Could fit equally well in a “40” front such as that of the Colts or Buccaneers. Will come off the board before more physically gifted players at his position due to his consistent motor, production and dependability.
NFL projection: Top-40 pick
GM Jr’s scouting report: Graham is a very productive player in one of the top conferences in the country. Graham is thickly built defensive end with the playing strength to jolt and dictate the play to the OT – Both as a bull rusher and taking on run blocks at the POA. He is a super tough and highly competitive player who plays with excellent passion and intensity on every snap, which helps him to be a highly productive player despite lacking elite athleticism and ideal height. He is a team leader who has shown a willingness to step up and lead his teammates. When the 2009 season ended there was a debate as to whether Graham had proven on film that he was a good enough athlete to play DE in a 43 or Rush-Linebacker in the 34 and it was expected that this would cause his draft value to slide into the 2ndor 3rd round. However, at The Senior Bowl he stepped up and was the best player there all week. He really showed the athleticism, sue of hands, pass rush skills and natural strength that teams became convinced he could be productive playing either position. Overall, Graham is a versatile prospect who is going to be a highly productive player in the NFL and while we think his best position would be defensive end in the 43 scheme, he has the talent to be a top level rush-linebacker in a 34 scheme. He is a stronger and better football player than L. Woodley was coming out of Michigan, which is why he is going to be a mid 1st round pick.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Graham probably won’t hit the 6-2 mark on the tape, but some teams are finding short, strong and high-motor ends are successful pass rushers. He has the agility and hustle to join former college defensive ends like Larry English, Elvis Dumervil and former Michigan teammate LaMarr Woodley in successfully transitioning to linebacker in 3-4 schemes.
Round 2, Pick 37
Nate Allen, S, South Florida
Ht: 6’ 0 ½” Wt: 207
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Nate Allen is a first-round talent available in the second round because of an extremely deep draft pool. The Eagles are known for drafting for value but Allen fills a need because of the departure of Brian Dawkins.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Chiseled, rangy, finesse center fielder with fluid movement skills, desirable explosion and cover skills. May fit better as a cornerback than safety in the pros given his lack of physicality.
NFL projection: Top-50 pick.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: The ability to attack the line of scrimmage, make plays in deep coverage and track down running backs from behind makes scouts take note in the film room. Speed, versatility, intelligence and toughness? Sounds like a potential NFL starter.
Round 3, Pick 86
Daniel Te’o-Nesheim, DE, Washington
Ht: 6’ 3 ½” Wt: 263
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: A player who moved up the boards because of his excellent measurables, Te’o-Nesheim is a smart player but limited functionally on the field. He owns a variety of pass rush moves, and I can see the Eagles using him strictly as a situational pass rusher.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Strong-side end with intriguing versatility. Has the toughness, intangibles and makeup to work his way into a rotation somewhere and could be most attractive to a creative defensive mind.
NFL projection: Late draftable pick.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Te’o-Nesheim lacks the bulk to remain at end on running downs and doesn’t possess the burst to beat tackles on obvious passing downs. Without the agility and straight-line speed to make an easy conversion to outside linebacker, Te’o-Nesheim could struggle to find a niche in the NFL.
105.) Philadelphia Eagles
Trevard Lindley, CB, Kentucky
Ht: 5' 11" Wt: 183
Trevard Lindley, CB, Kentucky
Ht: 5' 11" Wt: 183
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Lindley is a small corner with a history of injury concerns. The reason why he was drafted is his excellent ball skills. He always seems to be around the football either knocking it down or intercepting it.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Battled ankle pain as a senior but was a very productive four-year starter despite entering the program weighing 154 pounds. Lean, underpowered, finesse cover man who lacks the physicality and toughness to withstand the pro game and could struggle to stick on a roster.
NFL projection: Late draftable pick.
121.) Philadelphia Eagles
Keenan Clayton, LB, Oklahoma
Ht: 6' 1" Wt: 229
Keenan Clayton, LB, Oklahoma
Ht: 6' 1" Wt: 229
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Another passing down specialty player, Clayton could be converted to a strong safety but may lack speed to keep up with receivers. Perhaps special teams is his best bet to make an immediate impact.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: A tight-hipped, oversized safety with enough speed and range to warrant looks as a nickel ’backer. Could make a living covering kicks and helping on third downs if he stays focused.
NFL projection: Late draftable pick.
122.) Philadelphia Eagles
Mike Kafka, QB, Northwestern
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 225
Mike Kafka, QB, Northwestern
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 225
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Kafka is a mobile and accurate quarterback. He needs to put on weight to be able to take NFL hits but is an interesting prospect with upside and another great value pick by the Eagles.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Averaging only 7.0 yards per attempt in Northwestern’s spread offense and throwing 12 interceptions (five in a bowl game loss to Auburn in which he also threw for 532 yards on 78 attempts) in 2009 did not impress scouts. Still, his size, intelligence, mobility and fair accuracy make him a possible late-round selection.
125.) Philadelphia Eagles
Clay Harbor, TE, Missouri State
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 252
Clay Harbor, TE, Missouri State
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 252
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Harbor will come in and make an impact as a special team blocker and possibly as a goal line blocker for the Eagles. He has excellent route running skills and could also score some goal line touch downs as a decoy.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Harbor is the type of hybrid moving tight end/fullback combo many NFL offenses like to use as a positional blocker on the edge and a matchup problem for safties and linebackers. The former receiver has the ability to get open in zones and stretch the field, and scouts envision him playing early downs as a motion tight end.
134.) Philadelphia Eagles
Ricky Sapp, DE, Clemson
Ht: 6' 4" Wt: 252
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Sapp is an intriguing prospect in the fact that he has the physical skills to get the quarterback as an edge rusher in a 3-4 defense. The reason why he lasted as long as he did is his production never matched his measurables.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Sapp had only 17.5 career sacks, but his explosive first step makes him one of the coveted pass rushers in the draft. He’ll struggle to add the weight necessary to remain at defensive end in a 4-3 scheme and isn’t experienced enough for most teams running this alignment to project him to linebacker. He’s best suited to be a rush linebacker in a 3-4 scheme.
159.) Philadelphia Eagles
Riley Cooper, WR, Florida
Riley Cooper, WR, Florida
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 222
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Another one of my favorite players in this draft, Cooper is sneaky fast and possesses excellent hands. He could contribute in the slot immediately for the Eagles and would be willing to play special teams.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Cooper is moving up draft boards due to his size, underrated speed and production in the big spotlight. His ultimate stock will be determined by how fast he runs in workouts, but no matter what his time is, Cooper is a big, savvy, physical route-runner and a good fit as a possession receiver.
200.) Philadelphia Eagles
Charles Scott, RB, LSU
Ht: 5' 11" Wt: 238
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Scott is a big back that can carry a load on an NFL team. He is a perfect short yardage back for the Eagles and should provide them with the power in the running game that they have been lacking. Scott fell because of injury concerns and a lack of experience.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Scott’s 2,317 career rushing yards rank seventh in school history and his 32 touchdowns rank fourth. But statistics won’t sway NFL scouts who will have a hard time assigning a top 75 grade to a back coming off an injury with only one standout season.
220.) Philadelphia Eagles
Jamar Chaney, LB, Mississippi State
Ht: 6' 1" Wt: 242
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: An athletic linebacker who lacks instincts, Chaney was brought aboard to add depth and help on special teams.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: See-and-go reactor whose timed speed does not translate to the field, nor does he show the type of savvy expected of a three-year starter. Possesses athletic ability and movement skills to warrant interest as a “Will” linebacker, but Chaney works out better than he plays and will have to make his mark on special teams.
NFL projection: Mid-round pick.
243.) Philadelphia Eagles
Jeff Owens, DT, Georgia
Ht: 6' 1" Wt: 304
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: A good space-eating defensive tackle, he joins a deep Eagles' defensive line. Owens will be brought in to see if he can play up to his potential but may have a difficult time making the team.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Tested very well at the Combine, but it did not translate to the field as a senior. Was coming off injury and showed better late in the season. Has lined up as both nose tackle and three technique in a “40” front, but lacks the hip flexion, burst and bend desired to rush the passer and would be best suited occupying blocks. Does not play to his workout numbers and figures to be overdrafted.
NFL projection: Fourth- to fifth-round pick.
244.) Philadelphia Eagles
Kurt Coleman, S, Ohio State
Ht: 5' 10" Wt: 192
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Coleman is a classic late round special teams ace. He has a great chance of sticking on the roster because he could contribute at safety and play full-time on special teams.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Undersized, self-motivated, try-hard overachiever who lacks the strength, athletic ability and range ideally desired at the next level. Will have to stand out on special teams to stick. Jim Leonhard’s ability to earn a starting job in the pros could help his draft cause, but could always be challenged to hold a job.
NFL projection: Late draftable pick.
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