Denver trades back into 2nd round, selects TE Richard Quinn
by John Bena on Apr 25, 2009 7:57 PM MDT
in 2009 NFL Draft - Denver Broncos
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Four picks just wasn't enough for the Denver Broncos. As I sat waiting for the Pittsburgh Steelers to make the final pick of Day 1, the Broncos once again brought my attention and focus back to the matter at hand by trading back into the 2nd round and making their 5th pick of Day 1.
After taking a running back, a defensive end and two defensive backs, the Broncos finished their haul by selecting Richard Quinn, Tight End, North Carolina. By making the trade, the Broncos will no longer have a 3rd Round pick.
Styg did a nice profile on Quinn earlier in the spring --
| At A Glance | |||||
| Position 1: Tight End | Height: 6-4 | ||||
| Position 2: | Weight: 264 | ||||
| Class: Junior | Age: | ||||
| Projected Round: 5th | 40time: 4.88 | ||||
| Combine/Proday Results | |||||
| Bench Reps: 24 | Vertical: 32.5 | ||||
| 20yd Split: 2.84 | Broad Jump: 9'11" | ||||
| 10yd Split: 1.62 | 20yd Shuttle: 4.62 | ||||
| 3 Cone Drill: 7.50 | |||||
Pros: Naturally large man with a powerful upper and lower body. Good initial quickness off the snap to gain an advantage as a run blocker. Good hand placement and upper body strength to pop the defender. Plays with leverage. Can get under the pads of the defender and drive him off the line of scrimmage. Has the phone booth quickness to get to the second level and shows at least adequate lateral quickness to block in space. Uses his big frame to shield defenders from the ball as a receiver. At least marginal hands for the reception. Gets low and can run through arm-tackles to gain positive yardage after the reception.
Cons: Lacks the straight-line speed to be more than a short-range target in the passing game. Lumbers off the snap, and lacks the quick feet to consistently gain separation as a route-runner. Has to gather himself and too often rounds off his routes. Lacks the flexibility to consistently make receptions outside of his frame. Requires a Combine check on his shoulder; missed the entire 2006 season after fracturing his right shoulder blade in August 2006.
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Front seven was our biggest weakness and we blew it
Traded both 3rds for the last pick in the 2nd? Not as bad as trading a 1st for a 2nd, but still?
MHH: Shagging Dater one contributor at a time.
what?
We have Sheffler & Graham, but make trade up to get a 5th round value in the 2nd round. The only way this makes sense is if we get value for Sheffler on day 2, so look for Sheffler in exchange for Round 3 & round 6 picks (or something like that)
You might be onto something but..
If we move Scheffler instead of Graham, we will have 2 blocking tight ends. I hope Graham works on his hands if we do move Scheff, but TE hasn’t ever been a huge target in the NE style of offense.
Now we'll have two TE's to help against the onslaught of the 3-4's we'll be facing
So we’ll have two 4’s plus the rest of our original compliment. Plus Scheffler will most likely get traded…one can only imagine.
yes, just caught that
We apparently trade 2 threes for a 2nd and 4th, which isn’t a bad trade in value terms.
I am OK with that...still lots of options!
Those that cant coach, compete!
Failing to plan is planning to fail.
All I want is 53 Rod Smiths. Is that asking too much????
The way Josh has handled things so far
I see Sheffler being packaged with our other first next year for a 3rd rounder.
MHH: Shagging Dater one contributor at a time.
The way Josh has handled things so far
I see us trading our other 2010 1st round pick for a 3rd round kicker. Seriously I wouldn’t be shocked. Logic is for losers!
Best blocking TE in the draft!
Those that cant coach, compete!
Failing to plan is planning to fail.
All I want is 53 Rod Smiths. Is that asking too much????
Here's a post from The National Football Post 2 weeks ago. Not such a reach.
TE Richard Quinn, North Carolina (6-4, 264)
It’s becoming more and more difficult for NFL teams to find capable college tight ends who know how to block. As a result, even strictly blocking tight ends are now receiving a fair amount of interest from scouts. This seems to be the case with Quinn, who recorded only eight receptions last season for 97 yards. However, he showcased a skill set that’s becoming rare among college tight ends — an ability to line up and be an efficient in-line blocker.
Quinn is a physically strapping young man with a powerful upper and lower body. He does a great job firing off the snap low and not only has the strength to create some movement in the run game but also plays with natural leverage and good hand placement and understands proper blocking technique in the run and pass game. He also displays the coordination to get out to the second level and seal run lanes down the field. Quinn displayed better overall athleticism than anticipated at his pro day, clocking times in the mid-4.7 range. He does possess decent hands in the pass game but lacks the burst and fluidity to gain separation at the next level. However, the Pittsburgh Steelers have already brought him in for a personal visit, and he looks to be moving up draft boards everywhere. He’s considered more of a mid-round pick at this stage, but it wouldn’t surprise me to see him move into the third round on draft day.
a serious reach
this guy would have been around in the fourth or fifth round! there is no excuse for drafting him in the second round. those making decisions in broncoland appear to be in over their heads!
by lifelongcardfan on Apr 25, 2009 9:32 PM MDT reply actions
Mayock had him as a 1st day pick
Scott Wright, former NFL scout, says a 2-3 round, which is right where Quinn was taken. Both Mayock (also a former NFL scout) and Wright are obviously in their depth.
2 TE sets!!!
This makes a lot of sense!
With Quinn (264ib) and Graham (257ib) like bookends on the line it will be like having 2 extra tackles and give us really good scoring options in the red zone! unlike last year when we strugled.
almost speachless
As I write this, they are trying to get the straightjacket on me. I’ll be in the nuthouse when the Broncs pick tomorrow, as if it really mattered.
About playing against Joe Namath "He's the best in the Business, he can do everything, but I've never seen a Quarterback yet that can throw on his back." - Dave Costa 1969
by Denver Diehard on Apr 25, 2009 10:13 PM MDT reply actions
This pick
makes me mad. Somebody should have talked them out of it in the War Room. They traded up for this guy? Why? He better be the next Kellen Winslow and John Mackey all rolled into one. This is stupid.
I don't get why this is stupid.
I might not have picked him prior to us getting KM, but look who those blocking TE’s are going to be opening holes for in the red zone now…..
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