Friday, April 23, 2010

Round 3, Pick 81 - Houston Texans - Earl Mitchell

Earl Mitchell, DT, Arizona
Ht: 6’ 1 ¾” Wt: 296

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Earl Mitchell is a high-motor type defensive tackle and should hopefully bring that energy to a defense that is sorely lacking.  Mitchell rose up the draft ranks after an excellent combine and, with the failure of Amobi Okoye to make a significant impact, Mitchell was to tempting for the Texans to pass on.

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Made himself a mint at the Com- bine when he clocked faster than any other defensive tackle in the 40-yard dash and posted superb 10-yard time (1.56 seconds) for a near- 300-pounder. Easily could warrant looks in the top 100 picks as an up-the-field penetrator.
NFL projection: Third- to fourth-round pick.

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  A strong performance during the week of practice at the East-West Shrine Game helped Mitchell develop some momentum before the draft.  NFL scouts love Mitchell’s athleticism and work ethic, but may struggle to find a spot for him at his size.  Some even feel his future position could be on the offensive side of the ball as a fullback. 

Pro Football Weekly 2010 Draft Preview available @ http://www.pfwstore.com/detail.aspx?ID=695

Lindy’s Sports 2010 Draft Guide available @http://www.lindyssports.com/product.php?cn=332


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