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East/West Shrine Game Recap By Ron Jumper After taking in the East/West Shrine Game, it is time to recap what took place just a little bit. Some guys really helped themselves, while others did little to help their stock. The game also presented some memorable moments, most of which were by the local Houston product Anthony Aldridge. However, my favorite moment came from an exchange between Marshall QB Bernard Morris and East Head Coach Dick Vermeil. With Morris about to take the field, Vermeil was talking to him to make sure he was ready to go and Morris gave a very honest response by saying, “my hands are numb, coach.” Priceless, just absolutely priceless. Anyways, here are some guys that I was impressed with and felt they helped themselves climb the draft boards: CB Dwight Lowery, San Jose State: Lowery has been one of the most productive corners in the country over his career, in terms of interceptions and big plays in the return game. However, some scouts will always be skeptical because of the fact he played in the WAC and isn’t a physically imposing corner. I think his 2-interception performance in this game helped cement his place as one of the top corners in this draft, especially to teams that play the Cover 2. I’m going to go ahead and call him Ronde 2.0, just so you know… RB Marcus Thomas, UTEP: Maybe not the fastest guy or the biggest, but I liked what I saw from him in this game. I like his lateral quickness, especially when you consider he is 6’1” 215. He was productive in college, rushing for over 1,100 yards this season. He also has decent ability in the passing game, as he caught 20 passes for 268 yards. DT Frank Okam, Texas Isn’t considered an elite DT prospect, but I think he will make a very good pro early in his career. Most mocks have him going in the first day already, but I don’t think he is even that far behind the likes of Sedrick Ellis or Kentwan Balmer. Dorsey is far and away the best DT, but he will also be the first player taken as long as both sides can work out contract issues. DE Chase Ortiz, TCU Ortiz has flown under the radar all season, as the headlines normally went to Tommy Blake. However, with Blake having a rough year off the field, Ortiz picked up the slack. He finished the season with 9 sacks. At 6-3 255, he isn’t the biggest guy but he has a great motor and will be a solid defensive end for the next decade. He projects as a second day prospect, but I just might steal him in the 3rd round if I really need a DE. WR Kevin Robinson, Utah State: This guy really impressed me, both returning punts and as a wide receiver. During the season, he was down right nasty as a return man. He averaged 18.9 yards a punt return and 29.3 yards a kick return, with a combined 4 returns for touchdowns. Not bad, huh? QB Josh Johnson, San Diego: No, not San Diego State. San Diego, the non-scholarship FCS school. Johnson made most of his big plays with his feet, but his mechanics were very good and his poise was impressive as well. For part of his career at San Diego, he was coached by John Harbaugh (the brother of NFL QB Jim). Johnson really developed in that span. Out of high school, Johnson was only 5’11” and didn’t get on the scout’s radar. A little hard work and a growth spurt later, and you’ve got yourself an NFL QB prospect. Other Notable Performances: -S Jamie Silva, BC -RB/WR/KR Anthony Aldridge, Houston -RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis, Ole Miss -TE Gary Barnidge, Louisville -S DJ Parker, Virginia Tech -CB Justin Tyron, Arizona State January 24, 2008 |
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Be Careful What You Wish For
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Jumpology: My Bracket Jumpology: Scouting The Heavyweights Jumpology: Reviewing The Bracket
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