03-20-2017, 07:53 PM
(03-20-2017, 07:15 PM)BengalsRocker Wrote: Passing on Malik Hooker if he was there would be a mistake though IMO.
I really don't think the picks they have gotten have filled any real holes.
It sure would be nice to see a guy actually get on the field and make some plays for once.
I get what you're saying about it not really being a priority but a guy like Hooker could really make up for losing Nelson back there and help the young CBs as well.
(03-20-2017, 07:30 PM)SunsetBengal Wrote: Would be huge mistake to pass on Malik Hooker at 9. He is the consensus #4 or #5 overall talent in this draft. He is one of those players at his position, that only comes along once every 5-10 years. Not because of his overwhelming speed, size or hitting ability, but his intelligence as a football player and knack for being in perfect position to make a play on the ball. This is a guy that within his second year in the league, gives your defense a new identity.
If he's still on the board at 9, that means that a few teams definitely reached for need, over best on the board.
Maybe they trade down out of that spot if someone wants him?
The Bengals and marvin do NOT place a premium on the S position. they just don't. Plus they have money tied up in two young guys long term. if Hooker comes in and starts that means the Bengals will have a 3rd string young guy being payed starters money. I just can't see it.
Hooker has also only had one year of production.
If the kid is that good, he's that good. I won't be honked off no matter who they take.
