Philadelphia Eagles trade up for Michigan DE Brandon Graham
by JasonB on Apr 22, 2010 9:00 PM EDT
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PrintThe Eagles moved up 12 spots to #12 to select DE Brandon Graham from Michigan. The Eagles reportedly gave up their first and two thirds for the #12 pick.
Here is the Mocking the Draft scouting report on Graham.
Brandon Graham
6'1, 263 pounds | Defensive end | Michigan
Pass Rush/Closing ability/Moves and counter moves: Graham is a physical pass rusher who never quits. Frequently gets pressure, even when facing chip blocking. Gets very low to the ground, but maintains good balance coming around the edge. Benefited some at Michigan because he was allowed to line up wide and beat slower tackles. Has a very good inside counter move.
Pursuit/Lateral movement and agility: Excels pursuing the ball carrier. As a junior, he chased down Michigan State running back Javon Ringer. Plays with a lot of effort. Moves fairly well laterally, but his hips are stiff when going left to right. A bit more a straight-foward player.
Quickness/Explosion: Fires off the snap with a lot of passion. Is an excellent effort player. Powerfully punches into linemen to get off the block. Very good short-area quickness.
Run defend: Shows excellent awareness against the run. Quickly recognizes counters that come his way. Gets off his block and outside with ease. Breaks down in space nicely, which indicates he could hold up in a 3-4.
Size/Length/Hand size: Doesn't have the size evaluators look for in a defensive end. Height is only average. Has short arms -- measured at 30 inches at the Senior Bowl. Build is good and ready for the NFL.
Strength/Ability to shed blocks: Has a powerful build and is strong throughout his frame. Knows his to use his low center of gravity to get leverage. Probably won't need to add more bulk.
Tackling: More a strength tackler than a form tackler. Does a nice job keeping his shoulders square to the line when tackling. Explodes through the ball carrier. Doesn't really ever try to strip the ball.
Technique/Hand use/Leverage: Graham always plays low to the ground, which helps him get under blockers at the point. Uses his hands to disengage fairly well. However, Graham doesn't have the kind of hand punch you'd expect. Will let athletic offensive tackles get into his frame.
Versatility: Because of his size, a lot of people think Graham is a 3-4 outside linebacker or another LaMarr Woodley. However, he doesn't have Woodley's agility or lateral movement. Played some tackle in obvious pass-rush situations.
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I'm a homer since I'm a Michigan student
But BG is the real deal. And a great guy as well. Congrats!
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What number does he get?
since big stew is 55?
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
What number does he get?
Is that whats going through that pee brain of yours right now? Who cares you loser!
Its the most important question right now!
DUUUH!
And you think I’m joking.
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pee brain?
lol. you = community college
me = full ride through the top undergrad school for premeds in southeastern united states.
i really dont like to brag but your really coming off as a big douche. plus i play a online football multiplayer game to have some football fun over the offseason and call my player current football players. thus wanting to know his number.
seriously though, your momma must really be upset. she didnt realize she raise such a dick did she?
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
What's wrong with
Community College? I went to a C.C., never graduated and make more money than a brain surgeon. It’s all about the hustle in life, not who can sit through the most boring lectures.
Seriously though, you seems like a good guy and I like your posts, but lay off the digs. It makes you sound naive to the real world(post-college life).
by Midnight Green Bean on Apr 22, 2010 11:47 PM EDT up reply actions
nothings wrong with community college
my apologizes to you. my sister started at a C.C. too. hey, take whatever life give you and if it floats your boat then more power to you.
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
i simple was takin a shot at him
cause he keeps talkin shit
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
and by responding to him with your ’i’m smarter than you’ nonsense you actually sink BELOW his level
Congrats
by jemagee on Apr 23, 2010 9:28 AM EDT up reply actions
okay...
so i let my anger get the better of me and respond to a guy that trolled the forum and bashed every poster on this blog. i apologize and actually try to talk respectably to the guy. congrats for sticking up for a prick
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
Where you went to college doesn’t always make you smart
some guy who was president for 8 years and had trouble with basic words went to yale
by jemagee on Apr 23, 2010 9:28 AM EDT up reply actions
i dont think this is gonna work
i was watching this on nfl network, none of the analysists seemed to understand why the eagles did this. hopefully the eagles know something we dont.
Now that I've had time to digest
He’s a damn good Defensive End. There are going to be a lot of unhappy offensive lines and unhappy QBs with Cole and Graham.
A great pass rush can cover for a mediocre defensive backfield.
And… not sure what you were watching IwantVick, they seemed to think it was a good pick from what I was watching.
What's your take on this, Jason?
Did they give up too much to take this guy?
Sometimes it's just fun to take the family for a spin around the lake in the old boat. Even if it's not your family or your boat, and they're screaming for you to stop.
by Baron Dainer Von Tresvant on Apr 22, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Jason B i gotta love..........
You! Even though i know your pretty pissed off and scratching your head ( because i know you know football) Your still trying to keep spirits high. Iv’e been waiting for the draft since Dallas kick our ass and well….. THIS SUCKS, Its not the pick that bugs me, its who was available and even more dis-heartning what we gave to move up for a play THAT I THINK is not a starter in this league.
JasonB seems to LOVE this pick.
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
As do I
We need somebody across for DE. PRESSURE PRESSURE PRESSURE! That can cover for a less than great secondary.
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I'm a fan
I’m one of the people that have been screaming for a DE to play opposite Cole for years. We finally got him.
I'll admit..
I hated the pick at first, but after thinking about it, it seems like it makes sense. I’m ready fo Graham to step up and show us he’s worth trading up eleven spots for. And bdawk4ever, yes, better pass rush makes up for a weaker secondary. I’m ready for the second round!
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Wow
First of all Michigan is 4-3. Second he plays de I don’t know where you got olb. People think e can play olb in a 3-4. He plays de in a 4-3. Brandon Graham is very good I don’t understand all the hate. Sure maybe he isn’t Thomas but Graham is a definite upgrade over a very lackluster dline save for Cole.
by Desean Da Man on Apr 22, 2010 9:19 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
ESPN
Is showing him as OLB. Not sure why.
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Because there are probably more 3-4 teams than 4-3 at this point
by andyreidswaistline on Apr 22, 2010 11:42 PM EDT up reply actions
maybe we can use him at SLB - Chris Gocong pt. 2
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:05 PM EDT reply actions
i was so psyched
thinking it was going to be earl thomas…what was the trade for tapp for?
by CrazyBoutTheGreen on Apr 22, 2010 9:05 PM EDT reply actions
I just asked the same exact question. It’s similar to trading for Ernie Sims this week and then drafting a linebacker with the draft pick.
I know why Injuries wAndy is probably counting on one going down.
I wasn't even a year old but I stayed up to be outside the Vet with my Dad and Mom when the Phillies won the World Series 1980.
by Christopher A on Apr 22, 2010 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions
We are retarded!!!!!
Thats why we did this!
Why would we jump up and give sooo much for a backup?
FUCK THE EAGLES!!!!!!
A backup? Really? They go get one of the top pass rushers in the draft and you think he’s a backup?
Please…
maybe not a backup..........
but u have 2 admit Jason they really botched this pick. Great way 2 get started Howie. This guy woulda been around at 20 and we coulda got him and kept one of our other 3rds. The only reason i think they woulda did this was 2 maybe stick the screws 2 the Giants? IDK but it doesnt make sense. The Giants just took Pierre Paul and i wish we woulda taken him or at least Morgan if not Earl Thomas. WAY 2 GO HOWIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANKS FOR TAKING THE SECOND COMING OF JEROME MCDOUGLE!!!!!!!!
by goldenbird09 on Apr 22, 2010 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, it’s uh, 5 seconds after we drafted him. Too soon to call him a bust, methinks.
I am the people's troll :3™
ok i guess im jumping the gun a lil...........
but werent u jus a little disappointed when u heard Brandon Grahams name called and not Earl Thomas. I really hope we hit 2 home runs 2morrow because we still need big help in the secondary and the O-line.
by goldenbird09 on Apr 22, 2010 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions
im not gonna lie
i was pissed too. The move makes sense and i def think we coughed up a little too much for Graham. Thomas would have been the legit pick here
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
im not gonna lie
i was pissed too. The move makes sense and i def think we coughed up a little too much for Graham. Thomas would have been the legit pick here
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
im not gonna lie
i was pissed too. The move makes sense and i def think we coughed up a little too much for Graham. Thomas would have been the legit pick here
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
double post fail):
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
Second coming of Jerome McDougle?
Really?
You know who Pierre-Paul is the second coming of? Mike Mamula. Actually, I’m mistaken. Mamula had more college success than Pierre-Paul.
THIS FUCKING TEAM AGAIN
Why would they make an intelligent draft choice like earl thomas….. or even the better LB derrick morgan…. WHY THE FUCK DID WE SIGN TAPP??? Another stupid 1st round pick like Trevor Laws fuckin idiot team
wasent laws the 1st round pick laws and desean 2nd round?
by thegreatginzo on Apr 22, 2010 9:07 PM EDT up reply actions
opps
my bad i jus member him gettin drafted by desean figured he was 1st round
by thegreatginzo on Apr 22, 2010 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Who cares u fuckin dumb shit!!!
The point is we gave up our 2 3rd rounders for a backup. Not even the 1st or 2nd or even 3rd best DE , (morgan, paul,thomas, or trading the pick would have been MUCCCHHHH better!!!
what the deuce?
I understand the need to get a pass rusher across from Cole, but to move up and lose both 3rd rounders… uh. I hope this kid is a sure fire starter. Why did we get did get Tapp, to move him to OLB?
Best 4-3 DE in a great draft
My "t" and "y" buttons are messed up so don't bitch at me about misspelling, I'm just saying.
by RadioheadbeatlesEagles on Apr 22, 2010 11:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Will you guys shut the fuck up and stop whining????
I don't know how to put this, but I'm kind of a big deal
who gives a shit what he was my point is he sucks and hes a bust
just like this pick was……. thats was my only point……. ur one of these gay eagles fans who always agrees with what ever the FO does u think they only make good decisions cuz u think it makes u a better fan stfu faggot wait til they go last place this year and u look like a dip shit…….. im gonna bleed green no matter what the record is but u talking everything up is gonna make u look like a fool eventually faggot
by thegreatginzo on Apr 22, 2010 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions
you argue like a school girl, and no I don’t agree with a lot the FO does like trading sheldon brown or not moving up higher to get berry, so go hug your boyfriend and suck it up you whineass.
the true words of a faggot
lollll GTFO kid hang urself asap nobody loves u
by thegreatginzo on Apr 22, 2010 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions
ryanitus, and thegreatginzo
Calm the hell down.
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
Talking
the way you talk really helps your image. Seriously man, chill out.
Calling everyone who is going against you a faggot really is not helping
Bottom Line.............
Howie and Andy get a big fat F for this pick. Also dont u love the way the pick has turned us all against eachother and has us all arguing , LMAO
by goldenbird09 on Apr 22, 2010 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions
I hope this is a DE homerun. We’ve K’d too many times.
by andyreidswaistline on Apr 22, 2010 9:08 PM EDT reply actions
Schefter's immediate reaction.
Brandon Graham is the best pass rusher in this draft, My prediction: Graham will win Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Shefters a fuckin idiot
Plus why did we move up on a projected 2nd rounder, giving up 2 3rd rounders in a deep class?
He wont even start, watch.
hes not the best DE in the draft
derrick morgan was
by thegreatginzo on Apr 22, 2010 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
different scouts had different opinions
each board is different but it was split between the three
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
LOL.......................
HAHAHAHAHA OK MAN KEEP LISTENING 2 ADAM SCHEFTER LMAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, DEFENSIVE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR??? PEOPLE ARE SAYING ITS 2 EARLY 2 CALL GRAHAM A BUST BUT YET UR CROWNING HIM DEFENSIVE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR ALREADY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by goldenbird09 on Apr 22, 2010 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions
wow DID U WATCH HIM PLAY?!
My "t" and "y" buttons are messed up so don't bitch at me about misspelling, I'm just saying.
by RadioheadbeatlesEagles on Apr 22, 2010 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions
BOOYAH!
I'm now Kolb's biggest fan
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McNabb- Best QB in Eagles History
This is the year
Experts
oh yeah then Im an expert as well. I actually did see this guy get picked for that many mocks
by Vick-torious on Apr 22, 2010 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Great run defender, explosive pass rusher, high motor guy. What’s not to like? Isn’t this the guy we’ve been begging for to play opposite Cole?
Geez, just because we haven’t talked about him much doesn’t mean he sucks. This is a bonafide top 10-15 talent here and we got him.
easy there Spadaro
dude seems a bit on the runt side… need to watch more film to get comfortable
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Keeping a level head here...
With Morgan and Paul still on the board, did the Eagles really need to move up to get Graham? I’ve got nothing against the pick itself (I don’t watch tape/interview players/etc.) but it seems as if the Eagles just gave up 2 3rd round picks for no reason.
The monster at the end of this blog.
Shows how much they must really have wanted him
That they didn’t want to take that chance
by donniethelion on Apr 22, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Graham and Thomas both great prospects
Only time will tell….don’t get too down on a player the FO obviously researched thoroughly
Yeah
DEEP draft. Many good safeties available. BDawk was chosen in the second round.
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even worse!!
P.Paul is the best DE in the draft, the Giants killed us on this one.
A better DE and they didnt give the house to move up like we did.
PT is a BUST written all over!
he is unpolished and drafted on pure raw talent. Graham is more herald and a better immediate starter
"Why do you step onto the field...? I don't believe in pressure. I don't believe in what may be said on the outside. Why do I step out onto the field? To Prove That I Am The Best!"
-Donovan McNabb
Graham could be the next James Harrison
That wouldn’t be bad at all, a James Harrison who isn’t clinically insane
by donniethelion on Apr 22, 2010 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Jason Pierre-Paul to the Giants :)
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Jason Pierre-Paul to the Giants :)
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
so good I had to post it twice
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Also
According to the draft value chart, we did NOT give up too much
13th overall pick = 1,150 points
24th overall pick = 740 points
plus
70th overall pick = 240 points
+
87th overall pick = 155 points
=
1,135 points
draft value chart means bupkis
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm confused
We need a safety not a DE wasted draft picks n all
by Jahsavi on Apr 22, 2010 9:15 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
We do need a DE
Plus he’s a spectacular DE. Did you see him Senior Bowl week? He was making a whole lot of o-linemen look silly.
We needed both
This negativity about Graham is “Dawkins Hangover”
by donniethelion on Apr 22, 2010 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
The Eagles have/had a couple defensive holes
Safety is indeed one of them but this draft is deep in that department.
The monster at the end of this blog.
The Eagles have/had a couple defensive holes
Safety is indeed one of them but this draft is deep in that department.
The monster at the end of this blog.
i'm actually happy about the pick
I have this feeling like Thomas is going to bust, big time
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 9:18 PM EDT reply actions
that dumervil fellow
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
no, chuck norris
im a moron
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions
I have a feeling
We’re trading out of 37 now.
Last year
Brandon Graham played under the man that may possibly be the worst coach in the history of organized professional football (his defensive coordinator Greg Robinson). And he still looked amazing. I just thought of that. I’m happier now.
What i still cannot beleive
is that we had to give up TWO 3rd rounders…
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 9:21 PM EDT reply actions
im not suprized
this whole off season has been a joke …….. why would this team do the predictable thing and take the position they need… DB……. but no lets draft another DE when we just signed tapp
by thegreatginzo on Apr 22, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Will you just go root for the Cowboys already?
Sheesh. If you’re going to do nothing but whine, leave. You’re one of those guys that really gives Eagles fans a bad name.
everyone is annoyed with the pick
and i will continue u whine if u dont wanna hear it click the X at the top fruitloop
by thegreatginzo on Apr 22, 2010 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Two cannonballs on the edge to rush McNabb, Romo, and Eli
And sounds like he’s ready to start week 1.
I’m being to warm to Graham. (I just got to remember the guys name)
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:21 PM EDT reply actions
CALM DOWNNNNNN
just everyone chill out,,,i know it isnt 4/20 but lets pretend it is for like 5 minutes
puff, puff, pass
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Damn Morgan reminds me of Reggie
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by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:23 PM EDT reply actions
morgan not graham :(
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Reggie Hayward?
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions
I haven't paid attention for the last two or three picks.
But is Clausen falling?
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He is
Unless someone trades up, next potential landing spots are either Denver @ 24, or Minnesota @ 30
Denver at twentyfour..
With OUR pick.
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
Good job Jason
The only one with a sane mind to know that Brandon Graham is one of the better de’s in the draft. Everyone is going crazy because we didn’t get Thomas. Jesus just chill out.
by Desean Da Man on Apr 22, 2010 9:26 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Or Berry.. :(
But, I’m beginning to like Graham.
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
Thomas was a 2nd rounder before running that 40…everyone’s freaking out over a workout. Saying that Graham is a Mamula…NUTS!
Graham is not a Mamula
Pierre-Paul is Mamula.
Who is Mamula?
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No...
It’s because we gave up two fuckin’ thirds in a deep ass draft and Tapp would have been good at LDE.
Jim Johnson(RIP). Brian Westbrook(36). Donovan Mcnabb(5). Brian Dawkins(20). Sheldon Brown(24). Jeremiah Trotter(54).
Thanks for the memories...
That’s because he was playing for a bunch of idiot coaches. He was 4th in the NFL in QB hits last year and he played against left tackles. He would have played against right tackles here in Philly and do much better. Better coaches and Trent Cole on the other side on top of that.
We didn’t get good value here.
Jim Johnson(RIP). Brian Westbrook(36). Donovan Mcnabb(5). Brian Dawkins(20). Sheldon Brown(24). Jeremiah Trotter(54).
Thanks for the memories...
Good value in what sense? Graham was projected to go around where he did. The trade value in terms of picks is pretty even up.
Graham was projected to go in the 19-24 range by most mocks I read.
Value meaning that we gave up two third rounders for a defensive end that I don’t think will be a vast improvement over Tapp. I think Tapp would have been an 8-10 sacks full time starter at LDE. He is also one of the BEST against the run. Just look at his numbers.
Bulaga just went at 23 and Kyle Wilson is still available at 24. That’s good value.
Jim Johnson(RIP). Brian Westbrook(36). Donovan Mcnabb(5). Brian Dawkins(20). Sheldon Brown(24). Jeremiah Trotter(54).
Thanks for the memories...
Mocks are BS
I'm now Kolb's biggest fan
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McNabb- Best QB in Eagles History
This is the year
Shut up
in 2007 all us Eagles fans hated our 1st round trade but we got Kolb, Celek and Trent Cole because of that, so too all you haters, SHUT UP, Reid has proven time and again he can draft well so just STFU. We got two athletic DE’s to counter the questions dallas has at OT. THink outside the box [
by MidwesternEaglesfan on Apr 22, 2010 9:29 PM EDT reply actions
All I've ever heard is trust the FO and Andy in the draft..
First of all….we all need to stop attacking each other. Secondly, I believe we all agree this was a “suspect” pick since we traded for Tapp. Why trade for a DE then move UP to draft another DE!?! JPP to the Giants is hit or miss so I really don’t care at all. I do care about a premier S or CB and that should’ve been our first pick; AND I was the main one that said we should do whatever to get Berry AND Morgan…everyone said I was wrong and trust the FO. Well I officially will side with EvilBanner as I conspire against the b*tches. We are all passionate, but let’s also be respectful to each other. This isn’t a Cowgirls, Deadskins, or G-cant blog.
by Lawdhvmercy on Apr 22, 2010 9:31 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Absolutely
Reid and Co know what they are doing. Trust in them.
I'm now Kolb's biggest fan
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McNabb- Best QB in Eagles History
This is the year
good point Jib2609, i thought the same thing, also we could draft Nate Allen in the second bc KC wont take him with the pick before us
by MidwesternEaglesfan on Apr 22, 2010 9:32 PM EDT reply actions
we could get patrick robinson, devin mccourty or nate allen in the 2nd with our 37th pick so thats why we take a monster at DE in the 1st round. I mean when the boogey goes to sleep he checks under his bed for Brandon Graham
by MidwesternEaglesfan on Apr 22, 2010 9:33 PM EDT reply actions
So let's change gears....
What do we do in the 2nd round on?
"They say that nobody is perfect. Then they tell you practice makes perfect. I wish they'd make up their minds." - Wilt Chamberlain
Dumbass?
Anybody?
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
lets not be mean.
Mays is a popular pick but he is overrated.
"They say that nobody is perfect. Then they tell you practice makes perfect. I wish they'd make up their minds." - Wilt Chamberlain
Haha, I'm just kidding.
I’d hate Mays though.
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
In terms of the second round
It’s a great value pick. I don’t like him in the first round, but I’d be willing to gamble in the second round.
He’s a freakish athlete and showed some flashes at USC
2nd round
Kareem Jackson, McCourty, Nate Allen, Patrick RObinson. one of those guys will be available maybe even taylor mays
by MidwesternEaglesfan on Apr 22, 2010 9:35 PM EDT reply actions
let’s try to find an australian rules football player to be our punter. . . oh, right
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by layout ultimate on Apr 22, 2010 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions
KJax is gone.
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
Lets not be mean?
Have you ever met an Eagles fan? other fans are afraid of us bc we are mean
by MidwesternEaglesfan on Apr 22, 2010 9:36 PM EDT reply actions
We are talking to our fellow fans.
Being cordial will get you farther in life than being mean?
"They say that nobody is perfect. Then they tell you practice makes perfect. I wish they'd make up their minds." - Wilt Chamberlain
I'm officially signing off BGN for the night.
I’ve commented like 100 times tonight, on the draft live feed. See yall tomorrow at the second round!
The Eagles WILL redeem themselves in the '10-'11 season, with a win at SuperBowl 45 in Dallas!
Jake Locker
will be a very rich guy next April. No confidence is 2010 QB’s besides Bradford.
From our own BGN mock draft - Talon Talent
I sadly have to agree with this pick. Between the failed Jamaal Anderson pick and the fact that Atlanta needs to seriously boost their pass rush, there is no better pick for them. Brandon Graham is an amazing all around player. This guy not only already has skills, but has the work ethic to get even better and the ability to increase his already stellar skill level. I have said a bunch of times, I think Brandon Graham will end up being one of the best DE’s ever to play this game. I know it is a huge leap of a statement since we haven’t seen him play one NFL snap, but barring injury this guy in 15 years will be on the NFL Networks top 10 DE of all time program, bank on it. I really wish we could somehow get him, even with the acquisition of Tapp, but alas it will most likely not be. This is the perfect pick for Atlanta, good job Sportswatcher.
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:37 PM EDT reply actions
i think the eagles fo wants rolle
by bkeagle718 on Apr 22, 2010 9:37 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I like this pick!
Rolle is my third favorite safety actually.
"They say that nobody is perfect. Then they tell you practice makes perfect. I wish they'd make up their minds." - Wilt Chamberlain
i would LOVE rolle. i remember following his recruiting out of high school very closely. he was number one or so in nation.
listed at rb, cb, s wr, MANY positions.
he is a great kid and he is first round talent but because he has a great head on his shoulders and went to oxford, he has dropped.
I like this pick!
Rolle is my third favorite safety actually.
"They say that nobody is perfect. Then they tell you practice makes perfect. I wish they'd make up their minds." - Wilt Chamberlain
Yeah
Not sure why people loved him.
I'm now Kolb's biggest fan
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McNabb- Best QB in Eagles History
This is the year
why not?
im pretty high on him. why makes you not like him?
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Please np
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by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Personally, I love this pick.
A) the guy plays low. That is so important when rushing the passer or playing the run. It is why Trent Cole can use his size to his advantage. The lower you get, the more leverage you have.
B) This is a Jim Johnson Defense people! D end is a very important position. We got lucky with Cole, but we need another long term DE, and Graham was drafted to be that, not a back up.
C) Earl Thomas can’t tackle for shit.
He is now.
Thanks boys.
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McNabb- Best QB in Eagles History
This is the year
I have to say though
Rather have had Morgan over Graham Reid must know something we don’t. Although I’m pretty sure Graham has slot more upside than Morgan.
by Desean Da Man on Apr 22, 2010 9:44 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Hoping we trade back into the 1st and snag Kyle Wilson
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by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:45 PM EDT reply actions
could be this year's maclin
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions
How about Jonathan Dwyer? good sized guy at rb and still around too, not obviously our top need with db’s like wilson and mccourty and allen out there but sill a decent thought. Jahvid best. but im really pulling for them to go mccourty and nate allen with there picks in round two, if they don’t move up for wilson that is.
I think defense is their main priority
If a decent HB falls to us in our 2nd second round, then maybe they’d consider it
think we will make a run at Taylor Mays if he is available?
The road to Easy Street goes through the sewer.
- John Madden
I'm intrigued
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Wholy shit
I didnt realize we switched our 1st round pick with them and gave up 2 third rounds picks for this guy. We could have picked up a proven DE for all of that . What a fucken waste.
And Graham's not a proven DE?
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
AAHHHH
No hes not proven. Has he played in the NFL? Im not saying hes not good . Elvis Dumervil was tendered at a 1st and a 3rd and would have cost less then graham. Im saying too much to move up that far. But what ever. It is what it is and im hoping hes as dominate as he was at the senior bowl.
Im just suprised with the Tapp trade and all that we would go DE and not take Earl Thomas.
The road to Easy Street goes through the sewer.
- John Madden
I've really done a 180 on this pick
Went from droping f-bombs, to whatever, to hmmm, to ok, to hell-ya
Our DL is set for the next 5 or so years.
That’s a pretty f-in good feeling.
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:52 PM EDT reply actions
and then Tapp, Abiamiri, Laws, Dixon, all with potential, hopefully one of them busts out, just don’t see laws pulling through but Dixon I like as a third DT.
our pass rush could potentially be devasting
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Great D starts with the line. Maybe we can pressure with our front four now… It’s been a while.
by 92-74-99-96 on Apr 22, 2010 10:22 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Great D starts with the line. Maybe we can pressure with our front four now… It’s been a while.
by 92-74-99-96 on Apr 22, 2010 10:22 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
don't forget Parker either
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions
EVERYONE JUMP SHIP!!!!!!!!!
The eagles are the new oakland raiders….at least thats what everyone is telling me
surprised but not upset
not the sexiest pick ive ever seen but like the eagles usually dont bust…tAylor mays is the next pick
i dont know guys...
it might be worth trading those 2nd round picks to get us some Kyle Wilson
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 9:55 PM EDT reply actions
i dont know guys...
it might be worth trading those 2nd round picks to get us some Kyle Wilson
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 9:55 PM EDT reply actions
i was just thinking about this. it would be tough to see those two 2nd rounders go..but our fo knows what their doing. maybe if this happens we get the next great cb. which we need.
i guess we’ll jsut see if this even happens before we try to decide if its good or not.
however, will every pick that goes by without his name, it becomes more and more likely
I just really hope we get Taylor Mays, Kyle Wilson is a beast too….
The road to Easy Street goes through the sewer.
- John Madden
mays is a peice of shit in coverage.
we can hide Macho at S, but not Hobbs at RCB
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions
AHAHAHAHAHAH
Cowboys pick dez-bryant @ 24….they must miss TO and his traveling circus
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
shit....Dallas got Bryant
we need Kyle Wilson
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 9:59 PM EDT reply actions
i give him
3 seasons before he implodes emotionallly
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
by northern eagle on Apr 22, 2010 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Shit, we reallly need a corner like now!
trade up and get wilson!!!!
"I want to see him pay for want he has done to all these people. That’s what the law should deal with because I don’t think there will be any recovery here at all, none." - Norman Braman after losing a small fortune to Bernie Madoff.
by Luxury_Used_Vehicles_By_Braman on Apr 22, 2010 10:00 PM EDT reply actions
hey does anyone know who took Taylor Mays?
NFL network is to slow and im impatient
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
by northern eagle on Apr 22, 2010 10:01 PM EDT reply actions
SWEEEEET
i want Mays more than everyone wanted Berry….taylor Taylor TAYLOR MAYS!!!!!
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
by northern eagle on Apr 22, 2010 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions
dude seriously?
Hes got issues in coverage but the man is a freakin MONSTER and didnt we just hire the best secondary coach ever? he could learn….
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
by northern eagle on Apr 22, 2010 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
we don’t need a hitter, if he misses, the guy will burn us for 6 a guy who can cover and keep qbs from throwing deep is what we need.
but isnt that a CB's job?
making sure theyre WR’s are covered …I just mean we all miss
Dawk cuz the guy was a viciuos hitter(and by no means am i sayin T.M. is dawk) but it would be nice to have wreking ball in the backfield again
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
by northern eagle on Apr 22, 2010 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
no way, theres TE’s to consider and if they go 4 wide chances are a safety will be needed, our linebackers can’t cover for shit so a safety is needed.
i see what your sayin but.....
last year our tackling was atrocious…and we just let Sheldon go…so while we have Asante and Hobbs ( who are both good coverage guys) and Marlin and Macho ( who could go back to natural) we kinda have the whole coverage thing well…..covered
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
by northern eagle on Apr 22, 2010 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Mays is really fast
So his problem might just be discipline. That can be fixed with good coaching. If he can read the play, his speed will get him into position in time. If he can’t read plays, he probably never will be able to so don’t draft him.
by donniethelion on Apr 22, 2010 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Holy moly
Wilson is still on the board……………….didnt see that coming.
Teams must have seen some problems with him that they didn’t like. If he drops to the second round, I say trade up a couple spots to get him, and then get nate allen with our second 2nd round pick.
If I'm goin' to hell, you're coming with me...
AND
Dez Bryant is a cowboy. Can’t say i saw THAT coming…lol
Jeez NE has 13 picks now in this draft…………wtf man
If I'm goin' to hell, you're coming with me...
bronco's will take Dan Williams
guarantee it
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 10:04 PM EDT reply actions
dumbass
birdsandraiders u dont know shit .. i seen that teabow coming before draft .. mcdaniels only cares about character and nto about skill .. teabow blows but i knew he was gonna be a bronco .. it was a no brainer
by jack is better than asante on Apr 23, 2010 12:07 AM EDT up reply actions
Clausen has to be pissed
So does Colt McCoy
by donniethelion on Apr 22, 2010 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Giving up 1/3/3 to move up 12 spots and get Graham: Not bad
Giving up a 2,3, and 4 to pick Tim Tebow; Hilarious
so is he
gonna kill horses instead? LOL
"It was a matter of pride. You want to put that (opponent) on his back, that’s the name of the game. These (players) today are out there playing pitty-pat."
Chuck Bednarik
by northern eagle on Apr 22, 2010 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
clausen is regretting leaving notre dame early
by bkeagle718 on Apr 22, 2010 10:16 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
we have to trade up for him
too many CB-thirsty teams
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
i can't beleive the Dolphins took Odrick
they have 4 starting calibre 3-4 DEs….Green, Merling, Langford and now Odrick.
And they have no NT
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 10:33 PM EDT reply actions
wouldn’t shock me but they already have cromartie and revis so it’s really not anything they need. but I could see it happening.
wilson is quite happy to be a jets
by bkeagle718 on Apr 22, 2010 10:38 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
the rest of the corners in the draft
are depressing…
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 10:40 PM EDT reply actions
I actually really like him as a SAM
but we NEED a corner..
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
true true, but we have two seconds and most of the start grabbing corners are already off the board.
i know...
sorry, I’m bummed about Kyle Wilson going to the Jets…
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
not sold on sanchez, the defense carried that team last season and made sanchez’s season look far more impressive then it was.
Jets are the Vikings of two years ago
They’re great everywhere but QB. Sanchez blows a fat one.
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
by alcatraz0109 on Apr 22, 2010 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
its official see u tomorrow colt and jimmy
by bkeagle718 on Apr 22, 2010 10:44 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
The Saints should pick Clausen
Given the high likelihood that the Madden coverboy shreds his knee in pre-season
Jerry Hughes is better
as a pass rusher/linebacker
by birds'n'raiders on Apr 22, 2010 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Its Pick #13
not pick 12, BTW. We moved up 11 spots.
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This is the year
Now that the dust has settled...
This was an excellent draft pick, and frankly if you disagree then your football knowledge is not up to par. Some of the knee jerk reactions I read on here are utterly ridiculous.
Was DE our absolute top priority? Not really. Did we just make our pass rush exponentially more threatening? Yes, we did.
This is what happens when people get brainwashed from the 24/7 ESPN machine that tells them over and over that we must take a safety in the first round or we fail. There was absolutely nothing wrong with going after a defensive end. Unexpected does not equal terrible.
Besides, we still have two second round picks left, and that’s plenty of ammo to go gunning for a safety or cornerback.
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Who would you compare him to today?
Demarcus Ware? Dwight Freeney? Who is he like?
trent cole, dwight freeney, james harrison
best DE in the Draft, team leader and passionate hard effort not to mention very strong and explosive. Best DE in this draft for our scheme. My second choice for a player to trade up for after Berry…I’m so pumped… have to go make a fanpost I think.
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by RadioheadbeatlesEagles on Apr 22, 2010 11:58 PM EDT up reply actions
I immediately thought he looked like Dwight Freeney as soon as I saw some footage. A second after I said that to my friends, the NFL Draft crew brought up the same comparisons.
Andy Reid compared him to Hugh Douglas during his press conference too.
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by southjersey89 on Apr 22, 2010 11:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Do Philly football fans know what they got?
I guess that it is true. Opinions are like “A” holes and it seems like a lot of so called football fans on here have some strange opinions. I have only calmed down since reading some of the expert opinion’s form sports writers from the area. How do you call a guy a bust that has never played a down in the NFL or that you have never seen any film on. I have followed this kid form his playing days at Detroit Crocket Tech through his playing days at U of M and now on to the NFL. Everywhere he has gone; he has been a player and winner. In high school he played O line, D Line, DE, Line backer, punted, kicked extra points and was a team captain. Brandon was a HS all american and played in the U.S. Army all American Bowl and was selected a team captain. His record at U of M repeats itself; Team captain, MVP, record setter, record holder,award winner and team player. If you want to see film of Graham and look up sats you just have to look online, YouTube, google him or better yet take a look at last years senior bowl which by the way Brandon was voted MVP. More importantly is that the fans of Philly are getting a good guy, a nice guy, a personable guy. No one knows rather a draft pick will become a super star; an average player or even make the league. However, I can guarantee that Brandon Graham will give you 110 percent effort and play with the heart of a lion. Thank God he did not get drafted by the lions. Lol That’s my opinion. It is a biased opinion because he is family and I have fed him and watched him grow into the person he is. Lets give him a chance.
It is a biased opinion because he is family and I have fed him and watched him grow into the person he is.
Sorry, us Philly fans also don’t believe in claims without proof. Also, WTF is “Egales”?
Jim Johnson(RIP). Brian Westbrook(36). Donovan Mcnabb(5). Brian Dawkins(20). Sheldon Brown(24). Jeremiah Trotter(54).
Thanks for the memories...
NewEgalesfan
Are you mama or poppa Graham? If so, you know more about this kid than anyone else on here and I will take your word for it. Regardless, I’m pretty pumped about this pick. I’m thinking if we take at least one S or CB in the second round and then proceed to fill in for depth afterwards that I will be even more psyched about this draft. Lookin good so far…
At first I was pissed
Only because I really really really wanted Earl Thomas/Eric Berry. Like I didnt even notice the name, just saw it wasn’t them and thought FUCK.
Then started doing some research online, and really began to turn around. While he may not have the height or some other things people look for, if he has all those intangibles, he makes an extremely valuable asset to the defense. especially for a defense lacking that one person people fear (i maybe wrong because of Asante, but I dunno if people fear him as much as they do as say..Revis.) The Steelers got Polamahu, the Cowboys got Ware, so I’m definitely hoping we can say the Eagles got Graham. Not to mention, with the JJ-influenced Sean McDermott at the helm, I’m definitely excited to see him in some awesome blitz schemes.
Basically, upon further reflection and reevaluation, I love this pick. NewEgalesfan, if what you say is on the mark, then our defense just got alot better.
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