Favorite pick?

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(04-30-2023, 11:15 AM)leonardfan40 Wrote: I loved the Battle pick. He’s versatile with a lot of experience at a high level. Wanted him last year if he had been in the draft.

Overall, I like this draft more than last years. Think a lot of the later round guys have a real chance to contribute as depth pieces. Loved the Brown and Jones picks too. Glad we got a pass rusher as it was much needed. Didn’t pay much attention to Turner before the draft but liking what I’ve seen so far. Overall I expected a TE and OT fairly early but I’m happy with the way it turned out.

Interesting comparison.  The same coaches, same administration....  They have had some time to figure out what they have and what they need.'

Last year:

Dax Hill
CTB
Zack Carter
Cordelle Volson
Tyson Anderson
Jeffrey Gunter

Of all those picks, only Carter, CTB, and Volson saw much playing time.  I don't think anyone sees Anderson as a starter, although I like him.  Gunter is an incomplete due to injury.  

This year:

Myles Murphy
DJ Turner
Jordan Battle
Charlie Jones
Chase Brown
Andrei Iosivas
Brad Robbins
DJ Ivey

Right out of the gate, Murphy will play and contribute.  He could really help keep Hendrickson and Hubbard fresh in rotation and I could see Lou using more stunts as that was something Murphy excelled in at Clemson.

DJ Turner is a versatile corner that can play slot or outside.  Great insurance behind Hilton and Awuzie.

Battle will play.  I am not saying he starts, but I can absolutely see 3 safety big dime packages with him, Hill, and Scott.  Special teams will also benefit from this guy.  

Charlie Jones.  My fav pick.  Immediate upgrade on KR, PR, and #4 WR.  Dude catches everything, runs crisp routes, and has speed to burn.  Boyd will definitely be seeing some snaps go his way without a quick start and he will see the field on 4 WR packages.  I LOVE the idea of someone new that uncovers quickly.  Chase was the only one that had that last year. 

Chase Brown.  MUCH more dynamic playmaker than Perine in both run and pass game.  Will need to prove himself as a blocker, but his production and athleticism is outstanding.  Analytics love this guy the most out of all our picks, for what that is worth.

Andrei Iosivas.  Physical freak that will be given every opportunity to develop.  Could actually be on active roster if he can prove he can help on teams.

Brad Robbins.  Everyone remembers that punt that doomed the Bengals in KC.  Robbins was the NCAA leader in hang time two years straight and was booming 48 yarders before an injury last year.  He will be 100%.  Huge potential upgrade.

DJ Ivey.  PS candidate.  

In all, I would say I LOVE this year's draft compared to last year's.  OH!  AND THEY GOT ORLANDO BROWN!!!