McShay's Mock Draft

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Originally Posted by mussop

If that impresses you then check tis out. Jarron Gilbert Hes 6'5" 280

I really dont want any of them at 15. I want a trade down. 15 Is to high for a guy with as many ? marks as Cushing. Like this -

Notes:
Could project inside or outside in either a 4-3 or 3-4 defensive scheme...Was a highly-regarded recruit coming out of high school...Only started 16 games his first three years at Southern Cal...Missed nearly half of his freshman season with a shoulder injury and was held out of some of the following seasons spring drills while recuperating...Sat out most of spring practice in 2007 with a strained hamstring then had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee...Also missed extensive action during the 2007 season with an ankle injury...Broke a bone in his right hand in 2008 and played with a cast but didn't miss any games...Has played defensive end, outside linebacker and inside linebacker for the Trojans...Manufactured athlete who should test well but isn't that impressive on film and often looks like a defensive end in a linebacker's body...Is overrated as a pro prospect but has the talent to start at the next level if he can somehow find a way to stay healthy.

and this LINK

and this - Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SK PBU INT
Totls 44 178 27.0 8.5 12 1 Cushing

Totls 51 375 24.5 13.0 7 9 Laurinitus

1 Interception in 4 years?????? 8.5 Sacks in 4 years???????? Sorry this guy isnt worth the 15th pick. No highlights are going to make me think any different.

You can make stats say anything. HOw about 13.5 tfl in one year? As far as notes:


Overall Football Traits
Production 3
2005: Despite missing half the season with an injury, (See durability) appeared in eight games (four starts) recording 23 total tackles. 2006: Started all 13 games recording 57 tackles and a team-best 13.5 tackles-for-loss. 2007: Appeared in 10 games (eight starts) recording 25 total tackles including 2 ½ for losses.
Height-Weight-Speed 1
Possesses a very good combination of height, bulk, and overall speed
Durability 4
Durability is a concern, as he missed nearly half the 2005 season with a shoulder injury. Also missed three games in 2007 due to a sprained ankle
Character 0 N/A

Outside Linebacker specific Traits
Instincts/Recognition 1
Shows good instincts. Seems to play a step ahead of everyone else, as he locates and gets to it extremely fast. Recognizes play action quickly and does a nice job of staying home against misdirection
Pursuit/Point of Attack 2
Plays at the Sam linebacker position and is very stout when lined up over tight ends. Down-hill and aggressive player. Is loose in the hips and changes directions extremely well. Displays sideline-to-sideline range and does a good job of avoiding blocks without taking himself out of the play when in pursuit. Needs to improve ability to shed blocks quickly
Tackling 2
An impact tackler. Strong hands help him wrap up and bring down carriers. Also does a solid job of breaking down and making open field tackles
Pass Coverage 2
Shows outstanding awareness in coverage and does a sound job of looking up receivers. Reads the quarterback's eyes well and makes quick break on the ball. Has some stiffness in his hips and will be limited in certain man-to-man matchups, as a result. But when in position he displays good overall ball skills making the play given the opportunity. (see California 2007 1st quarter)
Pass Rusher 2
Shows quickness and power off the edge along with ability to close quickly. Also times stunts through the A and B gaps well. By comparison, in this rating Brian Orakpo scored a 2 also as a passrusher, while fellow Projected OLB Larry English is rated as a 3.

Sounds like we are talking about two very different individuals, does it not?