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RE: Under the Radar prospects - SHRacerX - 12-19-2020
(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.
RE: Under the Radar prospects - SHRacerX - 12-19-2020
(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.
RE: Under the Radar prospects - ochocincos - 12-19-2020
(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.
RE: Under the Radar prospects - Gdale_Bengal - 12-20-2020
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.
RE: Under the Radar prospects - SHRacerX - 12-20-2020
(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.
RE: Under the Radar prospects - KillerGoose - 12-21-2020
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.