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Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 4:32 pm**

The Robinson and Royster picks make much more sense than the Helu and Paul picks.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 4:35 pm**

Random observation...McElroy's gf is really hot

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 4:39 pm**

Is there a good kicker left?

Just asking ... :lol:

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 4:45 pm**

Redskin in Canada wrote:Is there a good kicker left?

Just asking ...

Philly took him

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 4:45 pm**

I get Helu and Robinson more than Paul and Royster. Time will tell...

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:00 pm**

Powe finally goes - to the Chiefs

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:02 pm**

CanesSkins26 wrote:Random observation...McElroy's gf is really hot

Good observation.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:05 pm**

Would love to get either DeAndre McDaniel S or Ian Williams NT in the next round.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:07 pm**

NFL Network just slammed us hard for not acquiring a QB.

Damn right. Stupid decision to pass on Mallett. Guess we needed an 18th WR.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:14 pm**

Well, if you don't think there's a QB worth acquiring, why would you bother? My hunch is that Jake Locker might be the only one they were high on, and once he was off the board, then it was time for plan B.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:19 pm**

Smithian wrote:NFL Network just slammed us hard for not acquiring a QB.

Damn right. Stupid decision to pass on Mallett. Guess we needed an 18th WR.

I think lessons were learned last season. If your QB isn't there, don't get somebody and make him fit. Shanny's QB of the future might still be in college next season. If he has any Luck, he might be in a position to finagle his way into getting him.

Also, there is free agency to shore up the QB situation if a short term solution is needed.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:21 pm**

I don't understand all the WR picks. I would think Santana would come back. Armstrong showed the ability to stretch the field. We need OL depth and have drafted zero.

May be Shanny knows something we don't. May be Selvish Capers and Erik Cook are going to step up.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:21 pm**

McElroy off the board to the Jets.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:22 pm**

UK Skins Fan wrote:Well, if you don't think there's a QB worth acquiring, why would you bother? My hunch is that Jake Locker might be the only one they were high on, and once he was off the board, then it was time for plan B.

Exactly, if you don't like any of the QBs you don't just take one to take one. On another note, maybe Shanny thinks he has something in Beck??? maybe as a stopgap??

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:22 pm**

Are we the Washington Cornhuskers? 3 in a row

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:26 pm**

Romeus is still available as well. Definitely worth a look here in the 7th.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:29 pm**

spudstr04 wrote:Are we the Washington Cornhuskers? 3 in a row

The Cornhuskers have been better than us for some time now, lol.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:30 pm**

spudstr04 wrote:I don't understand all the WR picks. I would think Santana would come back. Armstrong showed the ability to stretch the field. We need OL depth and have drafted zero.

May be Shanny knows something we don't. May be Selvish Capers and Erik Cook are going to step up.

I love Moss but maybe it is time to move on. I'd rather go after a slightly cheaper and younger Santonio Holmes if you want that type of explosive players (and Holmes can make redzone plays)

But lets see if the Shanahans and Co. have better instincts on a WR then Vinny. I've seen Hankerson plenty of times and he should be able to play immediately.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:30 pm**

spudstr04 wrote:I don't understand all the WR picks. I would think Santana would come back. Armstrong showed the ability to stretch the field. We need OL depth and have drafted zero.

May be Shanny knows something we don't. May be Selvish Capers and Erik Cook are going to step up.

Notable free agent o linemen (don't know their free agent sit in an uncapped year).

Ryan Harris - T TB - Shanny drafted him
Davin Joseph - G Den - Allen drafted him

These guys and other might be why we aren't drafting OL and Capers and Cook might be better than what is available on Day 2.

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:30 pm**

On the clock

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:31 pm**

Pick 213: Brandyn Thompson, DB

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:32 pm**

Brandyn Thompson CB Boise St

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:34 pm**

There is very definitely a theme of stocking DB/WR/RB today. Wow...

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:36 pm**

Brandyn Thompson

The 2010 All-WAC second-teamer parlayed that experience into 13 career interceptions, 146 tackles, eight of which went for a loss, and 16 passes defended. His extended playing time, however, has not changed the fact that he's undersized and will struggle to match up with bigger-bodied receivers on the outside. But at the end of the day, he's talented enough to make the roster of a patient club needing help on special teams, but seeing him with potential as a nickel corner and spot starter.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1274390

Posted: **Sat Apr 30, 2011 5:37 pm**

Thompson has the instincts, initial quickness, hands, mentality and special teams experience to be a productive sub-package defensive back in the NFL. Not blessed with size or top-end speed to hold up on an island or become a full-time starter. Does a good job in underneath man coverage, pressing at the line, jumping routes and making plays on the ball. Is comfortable and effective in zone coverage. However, does not have the length or deep speed to run with vertical threats down the sideline. Will help out against the run, is a sound tackler in the open field, but has difficultly getting off blocks. Late-round prospect.

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