2008 NFL Draft 6th & 7th Rounds - Open Thread

Sweet.

This draft could be anywhere between B and C in my book and these picks will make the difference. Right now it’s on the B-/C+ line, so there’s work to be done.

No reunions for Jay Cutler this year

but I am a little surprised. Oh well…

Damn.

is our pick?

I love the Thomas Brown pick for Atlanta. Not only does he get to stay close to home, but he’ll fit right in with their runners. Solid pickup.

pick?

We’re coming for you.

I’ve heard of while college games before, that I randomly remember now

Cross him off the list

Highsmith or Henderson

Denver’s name is visible on ESPN’s “Next” list!

Cross another name off the list

Who is ready for the inevitable Peyton Hills pick, followed by hearing how great he looks, and then being cut in the first wave?

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We are getting close again. My top 3 are Rubin, Hart and Jamar Adams

Mike Hart, Brandon Coutu, Rubin.

Anyone else?

the draft was 8 rounds.

I hate odd numbers.

He was on the list, but I would take Rubin over him

the Chiefs going K here? I can’t remember, did they get one in FA?

Way to go Zap!

I want a Rubin

another CB? Why not, since we obviously have no idea why we took the first one..

now we get an ILB, now that Goff is gone lololol. I like Spencer Larsen for depth but oh my god is he slow.

Spencer Larson…ILB Arizona…

Spencer Larson, ILB from Arizona

Not one of the guys on my list, but can’t argue with the position (and I had no other ILB on my list)

I got 1 out of how many right?

but how many 6th round picks make it??

See you later! It’s been…uh…fun

If you need an ILB, why not take Goff earlier?

“Strengths: Is smart and instinctive; reads and reacts to plays quickly, playing faster than timed speed would suggest. Sifts through traffic, and uses hands well to stay free from blocks. Blows up ballcarriers on inside runs. Has the strength to stack offensive line blocks at the point of attack when playing with leverage and aggressiveness. Fills holes fast, helping to make plays in the backfield or disrupt plays enough for teammates to finish the job. Drops into short zones quickly, and closes fast on passes in front of him to make hard hits after the catch. Reads screen passes well, avoids blockers and gets outside quickly to make tackles. Times blitzes well to get through the line and pressure quarterbacks.

Weaknesses: Lacks the speed, explosiveness and agility to consistently make plays in the open field or in pass coverage. Shows limited range, and struggles to make plays outside the offensive tackles. Tends to run upright in pursuit, and thus overruns plays and misses some tackles. In coverage, lacks the explosiveness to close in time to break up passes. Lacks the agility and speed to cover tight ends man-to-man; allows separation, and lacks the burst to catch up.

Bottom line: Larson looks like the classic tough, overachieving college middle linebacker who tends to struggle in the NFL. However, the more we evaluated Larson the more we liked him even though he is sure to blend in during pre-draft workouts. He must join a traditional 4-3 defense and because he lacks the speed to get deep down the middle in a Tampa-2 scheme. He, like the Chargers’ Matt Wilhelm, also can make it in a speed 3-4 scheme.”

I’m more excited for the unrestricted freeagent signings than round 7.

...back in a bit.

disappointed with this pick and the day 2. Man I hope Clady pans out. If he does I’ll be thrilled with this draft. Solid LT for 10 years makes me happy.

Oman, Rubin, and Justice COULD fall to free agency.

just picked Eddie Royal as the first rookie WR to make the Pro Bowl.

Former GM Caslerie (too tired to spellcheck) said Royal would be the first of the WR class to make the Pro-Bowl due to his return ability.

They said returner

Mike…Hump-al

jeez, I am getting loopy I think. :)

There goes Rubin..

CLEVELAND!

anybody still here?

for our next pick.

its a marathon

Like draft picks and play calling? ;)

OK, the more I read about this kid, the more I like him. But then, I’m a sucker for high motor, high character, team leader guys. I always think they’ll put the doubters to shame.

Our ST has been deficient for years, looks like the Shanahan braintrust is using the double barreled shotgun draft approach again. I like this approach, but I really wanted to get two run stuffers.

did I just see that Indy took Steve Justice??

It is easy to say “Who” but he did provide depth for several years at DT on a veteran heavy team.

5 picks!

I may have to stop watching round 7 just to play some Mario Karts on the Wii. Maybe I can talk my friend out of playing so soon. We only have two more picks, right?

Just thought I’d say that.

I just got back from the mountains and oh boy am i pumped….what a draft so far for us I like every pick especially picks 1 and 2….the others add great depth….
Two picks to go lets get some sleepers…. oh and we should of took Mike Hart instead of that arizona st RB

I love my team and i support the moves they make in SHanny i trust….

It’s time

Both NFL and ESPN cut to ads for our pick

They went to commercial during our pick. I am not pleased.

the Broncos scouting department locks in on a few colleges and selects all their players from there! ASU/VT/College with Broncos team name… good grief, charlie brown…

Big, athletic safety who can cover a lot of space. The leader of Arizona State’s defense. Can play near the line or in deep coverage. May be the best overall safety in this year’s draft. Great character. Biggest downside is a history of nagging injuries that slowed him down.Should be a good but not great starter at the next level. Has likely reached his ceiling. Excels at blanketing tight ends and is a quality player versus the run. Played in a quarters defense, which allowed him to roam and control a small zone.

Seems like value for the 7th round, good measurables, but injury and passion questions.

remember, Shannon Sharpe was a 7th rounder…Karl Mecklenberg was a 12th rounder. This is a good pick. :)

we all know it’s the sexist position in football. somewhere there’s a college kicker who is massaging his big right toe waiting to get the call from shanny et al.

Has anyone mentioned how great of a draft they’ve had yet? They did snag Justice and Hart later on

So I crashed, facefirst into my computer, and just woke up. Love you, draft weekend. As soon our pick comes, I’m heading for a few hours of recovery.

Ian Gold jr.

Al davis is going to try and screw us right now

the last of the run stuffers….

I totally called this pick.

but when you call Hillis :)

Lets go win a super bowl now LOL

A 6’0” 240 lb punt returner!!!

He also has good grades for his receiving skills. Described in Lindy’s Draft Guide as “more of a tailback in a fullbacks body”. Sounds familiar to many of Denver’s FBs.

the OG didn’t have any videos of him. lol

to a B+ overall…I see good value around. :)

It’s been a great time talking draft with everyone. I appreciate everyone who dropped in, took the time to give their thoughts, opinions, feelings, all that jazz. I haven’t had this much fun on draft weekend in a very long time, and that says a lot. All in all, it’s been amazing guys/gals. I’m gonna go take a nap, and by the time I get up, I expect to have a new kicker and punter signed. I’ll be back in a few!

they used all 9 picks. I seriously thought they would package and trade.

I can’t believe I typed up every single pick from rounds 3-7…my friggin fingers hurt! :D