Mike Mayocks take on a couple of DT's.

by Broncosfansd on Feb 8, 2010 6:11 PM MST

Mike Mayock who I really like as a NFL analyst discussed his top Defensive Lineman.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-total-access/09000d5d8164db44/Mayock-top-5-DT

Some of the things I thought were interesting.

1. He had Gerald McCoy rated higher than Suh because he thinks he is faster while Suh was stronger.

2. This one is very interesting - Cam Thomas - NT/DE North Carolina - He thinks that Cam Thomas really shined at the Senior Bowl and could play NT or DE in a 3-4 Defense. If this is the case I think this elevates him to the 2nd Round Range and at 6'4" 330lbs would give some SIZE for the DLine.

3. Mike Mayock also went on to say that Tyson Alualu was better off on a 4-3 Team and wasn't a good 3-4 DE prospect. Saying he was miscast on Cal's Defense as a DE. He is smaller DT kind of player.

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Cam Thomas is very interesting though. Maybe Mike Iupati in 1st / Cam Thomas in 2nd????

Mike Iupati - 6'5" 325lbs - Guard - would add some great size to Denver's Oline.

Cam Thomas - 6'4" 330lbs - NT or DE where I think we need more help.

Interesting????

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I like the sound of Cam Thomas

Sounds like he’d give us some good versatile depth on the DL.

by Timimus on Feb 8, 2010 6:22 PM MST reply actions

Yes McDaniels has expressed his desire to get Bigger on both the Offensive and Defensive Lines.

I like that fact that he might be able to play DE which would be great.

I think Denver’s 2 Biggest needs – Left Guard and DE

by Broncosfansd on Feb 8, 2010 6:27 PM MST reply actions

Funny I didn’t get any response about Tyson Alualu – not being a 3-4 DE. A bunch of people on other forums got all upset when I said he is good 4-3 DT.

by Broncosfansd on Feb 8, 2010 8:04 PM MST reply actions

I don't

like hearing Cam Thomas is rising up on boards. He’s supposed to be our 4th round pick.

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by Digger24 on Feb 8, 2010 10:08 PM MST reply actions

When Mayock talks...

…I tend to listen. Too bad he’s an NFLn hack.

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by PredominantlyOrange on Feb 8, 2010 10:22 PM MST reply actions

Mike Mayock is probably the best NFL scout on TV. He has played in the NFL and knows his stuff.

Cam Thomas is now a 2nd/3rd Round Prospect.

by Broncosfansd on Feb 8, 2010 10:39 PM MST reply actions

There will be a lot of changes from now to the draft.

Some players move up some down. Great post Bfsd.

by bfree2bronc on Feb 8, 2010 10:46 PM MST reply actions

I like

Iupati in rd. 1, Thomas (if available) or Pouncey in Rd. 2 sound sweet to me.

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by IgorBStrange on Feb 9, 2010 1:17 AM MST reply actions

Alualu

could play DT in a 4-3 scheme, as he did when he first entered Cal, but when they switched to a 3-4 defense, Alualu shone, earning all-Pac 10 honors the past two years. Given his consistent level of play, high motor, experience as a 3-4 DE and strong Senior Bowl week showing, I think he’s a lock to go in the 2nd round.

by Broncologist on Feb 9, 2010 12:13 PM MST reply actions

I am on the Cam Thomas band wagon

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by Broncoman on Feb 9, 2010 12:15 PM MST reply actions

Cam Thomas at 6’4" 332lbs would bring some much neeede size to Denver’s Dline and his ability to play NT and DE raises his value and he will most likely be drafted in the 2nd Round now.

Tyson Alaulu is a smaller DT who isn’t a good fit for a 3-4 Team. He has a excellent motor and will be very good in a 4-3 team. If you listen to Mayock’s comments on him – he was miscast on Cal’s 3-4 defense and won’t play 3-4 DE in the NFL.

by Broncosfansd on Feb 9, 2010 12:20 PM MST reply actions

We’ll agree to disagree on Alualu. I believe production is production. And with the high demand for 3-4 DE’s, I’m pretty certain he’ll be drafted as a 5-tech, although he does have the versatility to play DT in a 4-3 scheme.

by Broncologist on Feb 9, 2010 12:34 PM MST up reply actions

Did you listen to Mayock? Check out most draft sites – Alualu going to 4-3 team. Did you watch the Senior Bowl ?? His only tackle(a Sack) was playing inside at DT.

In the 3-4 DE’s are suppose to be Road Blocks that are Big guys who tie up players and allow the LB’s to clean up. Alualu is a smaller player who doesn’t have the base to play the 5 technique.

by Broncosfansd on Feb 9, 2010 1:11 PM MST reply actions

Alualu has comparable size to a number of guys playing 3-4 DE in the NFL (i.e. Kenny Peterson). His build and strength (he is Samoan, after all) plus his technique and high motor make him more effective than many guys taller or heavier than he. If he plays 4-3 DT in the NFL, it won’t be because he can’t play 3-4 DE — it’ll just be the scheme he’s drafted into.

by Broncologist on Feb 9, 2010 5:10 PM MST up reply actions