Cushing weighs 262!

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I guess we'll see, according to a some analysts he might be good at pass coverage, three down LB

http://warroom.sportingnews.com/nfl/...yers/8442.html
Run/pass recognition: Is naturally instinctive. Is not fooled by play-action or misdirection plays. Does not make mental mistakes. Does a good job carrying out his responsibilities and assignments. Grade: 8.5

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/559359
Pass Defense: As a former defensive back, Cushing gets back in coverage better than most linebackers. He has good vision locating the ball and does a nice job of anticipating the quarterback. He does not get great depth to cover in the deep third of the zone, but in the short area he has the containment skills to make plays in front of him. He does look a little tight in his movement coming out of his backpedal, but does a good job when asked to just cover the tight end or running back. He does a good job of shadowing underneath, but with that slight hips stiffness he might not be as effective in deep man coverage. GRADE: 6.8

He played at 259 at USC and there is some good film on him, so I think I'm ok with the pick. we gotta see in real games though. so far Smith-Kubiak done good at draft, so guess I'll trust it for ow.