(12-09-2020, 03:29 PM)BengalHawk62 Wrote: [ -> ]Ian Book- QB Notre Dame
Reminds me of a young Russell Wilson. If he’s still available in the later half of the draft, I’d take a flyer on him. He’s better than any backup we already have on the roster.
I would rather have Desmond Ritter. I can't believe how that guy has improved and, although I am seeing him projected all over the place, if he is there in a later round I would love his mobility and upside.
Book has an amazing offensive line in front of him and throws a lot of "Hey, go get it!" balls that would be INTs unless it was someone like Auden Tate against a 5'9" DB all the time. Not saying the kid hasn't had a good season, but I think he will be overdrafted based on his pedigree.
(12-09-2020, 06:53 PM)ochocincos Wrote: [ -> ]Some players in the Power 5 conferences that I would consider Under the Radar because they are currently considered Rd 5 picks or later...
Jake Ferguson, TE Wisconsin
Mustafa Johnson, 4-3 DT/3-4 DE Colorado
Talanoa Hufanga, SS USC
I chose Power 5 because I think the Bengals, given their lack of scouting department, typically will look at players from the big conferences.
This guy stands out, big time. Colorado isn't usually the first place I go looking for defense, but I think this guy has elite potential and it is a relatively thin DT class. I hope he doesn't destroy the combine and raise a lot of eyebrows. He played through last year and had a few injuries that might cause his stock to drop. He doesn't have a ton of techniques, just real quickness.
I would think with a year of NFL training and diet he could rock up and be a real force. The thing is, had he stayed healthy and played with better talent around him, he might have been a top 50 pick. As it is, he might be in a similar situation to Markus Bailey. He could slide all the way to a Rd 6.
(12-19-2020, 10:40 AM)SHRacerX Wrote: [ -> ]This guy stands out, big time. Colorado isn't usually the first place I go looking for defense, but I think this guy has elite potential and it is a relatively thin DT class. I hope he doesn't destroy the combine and raise a lot of eyebrows. He played through last year and had a few injuries that might cause his stock to drop. He doesn't have a ton of techniques, just real quickness.
I would think with a year of NFL training and diet he could rock up and be a real force. The thing is, had he stayed healthy and played with better talent around him, he might have been a top 50 pick. As it is, he might be in a similar situation to Markus Bailey. He could slide all the way to a Rd 6.
I'd be willing to take Johnson in late Rd 4 or early Rd 5, but I do think he could slide to Rd 6, like you said.
He's not a pro-ready guy, but he has good traits to build on.
Mijah Smith edge UC. Completely under the radar this year and was destroying Tulsa’s offensive line tonight.
I’m not sure where he is mocked, but I feel like he is going to play a lot of Sunday’s.
(12-20-2020, 01:55 AM)Gdale_Bengal Wrote: [ -> ]Mijah Smith edge UC. Completely under the radar this year and was destroying Tulsa’s offensive line tonight.
I’m not sure where he is mocked, but I feel like he is going to play a lot of Sunday’s.
And he looks like a guy that can still add some size and weight. Don't know his age, but history says they don't like guys that are maxed out. They want to build on a good foundation. Amazing game, btw.
Hamilcar Rashed Jr. from Oregon State is a guy that has caught my eye. In 2019 he had 22 TFL and 14 sacks, but has cooled this year. He would be worth a look in round 3 or 4, if available.