Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Atlanta Falcons Draft

The Pro - B+

The Falcons went defense heavy as everyone knew they would. Overall I give Dimitrov a B+ for 2009. I break down my grade by pick below.

Round 1 - Peria Jerry DT - A
Strong and quick. Fills a hole left by Grady Jackson immediately.

Round 2 - William Moore SS - A
I like him "Moore" than most. Hard hitter with 4.5 speed. Should start.
Round 3 - Christopher Owens CB - B-
A bit of a reach in the 3rd but could start in a few years. Good in coverage.

Round 4 - Lawrence Sidbury DE - B+
I'm hoping he pushes Jamaal Anderson to the bench. Great pass rusher.

Round 5 - William Middleton CB - C
Not more than a sub at this point. Athletic and might play in dime packages.

Round 5 - Garrett Reynolds OT - B+
Quality, quality 5th round pick. I expect to see him on the field at some point in 2009.

Round 6 - Spencer Adkins LB - C+
Somewhat of a raw talent at inside or outside LB. Backup at best.

Round 7 - Vance Walker DT - B-
Lucky to get this type of player in the 7th. Could add depth at DT if he makes the team. Good run stopper.

The Pro

3 comments:

Big Benjamin said...

Loved the focus on D!!!

Go Birds...I live in Charlotte and still go hard for the birds

College Baseball around the corner?

BIGBEN

Unknown said...

cant wait for the falcons but also love college baseball - falcons rule!!!!

Matt said...

I loved the 1st and 4th picks. J Anderson is a bust, especially considering who is on the other side of the line from him. He's pretty much left alone. I'm hoping for a great year from the Falcons.