Greg Hardy, DE, Mississippi
Ht: 6' 4" Wt: 281
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Hardy, a player with first-round physical ability, was derailed by injury and motivational issues his last two seasons in college. The Panthers take a flier on him knowing that, at this point in the draft, he is low risk with high reward potential. Hardy is a prototype right defensive end and if he can play hard and stay healthy has Pro Bowl potential.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: One of the most naturally gifted pass rushers in the draft, Hardy has too many big questions overshadowing his raw traits, with concerns about his injury history, weight fluctuation, work ethic and mental makeup. Has the ability to become a double-digit sack artist if he ever figures it out. Could be managed and will need a strong support structure to make it. Senior season was derailed by injuries and he was used primarily as a pass-rush specialist when he was healthy. Could minimally fit a similar role in the pros.
NFL projection: Fourth- to fifth-round pick.
176.) Tennessee Titans
Rusty Smith, QB, Florida Atlantic
Ht: 6' 5" Wt: 230
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Smith comes from a pro-style offense at FAU. His career ended in injury and he - like Tim Tebow - has a throwing motion issue. He has excellent size and a decent arm. He could develop into a nice back up quarterback in the National Football League.
177.) Cleveland Browns
Carlton Mitchell, WR, South Florida
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 215
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Mitchell is a prospect that has all of the attributes you would want in a wide receiver except consistency. He needs to get stronger in the weight room but is an excellent draft choice by the Browns at this point in the draft because of the level of expectation.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Mitchell decided to leave USF only after coach Jim Leavitt was fired. He has shown good route-running skills and more toughness than his lanky frame would indicate, allowing him to creep up boards throughout the draft process – as long as teams believe he can become more consistent catching the ball and blocking for the run.
178.) Buffalo Bills
Arthur Moats, DE, James Madison
Ht: 6' 0" Wt: 246
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Moats projects to outside linebacker because of his lack of size. He may not have the speed to be effective at the position but his college production and measurables make him worthy of a late round pick.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: College defensive end who piled up behind-the-line production, but likely will have to stand up in the pros. Is not explosive off the edge, lacks strength to play with his hand in the dirt and is not comfortable operating in space. Measurables are more intriguing than his tape.
NFL projection: Late draftable pick.
179.) Dallas Cowboys
Sam Young, OT, Notre Dame
Ht: 6' 8" Wt: 316
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: A big kid who needs to get much stronger, Young was man-handled at the Senior Bowl and his draft stock suffered. He is worth the late round flier because of his work ethic and smarts. The Cowboys have a need at tackle and guard, and Young could fill in as a reserve.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Not considered one of the more athletic tackles in the draft, Young’s size, strength and pedigree are likely to land him a spot in the middle rounds and give him the potential to have a long NFL career.
Pro Football Weekly 2010 Draft Preview available @ http://www.pfwstore.com/detail.aspx?ID=695
GM Jr. 2010 Draft Guide available @ http://gmjrnfldraft.com/
Lindy’s Sports 2010 Draft Guide available @http://www.lindyssports.com/product.php?cn=332
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