A Simple Question About Impact

idymoe · #1 03-27-2009, 08:39 PM

Nice analysis. Thanks.

idymoe · #2 03-27-2009, 08:42 PM

Roy, how do you think Myers stacks up against Wood, Unger & Mack. I doubt there are measureables for him, but from watching him play, what do you think?

Roy P · #3 03-27-2009, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by idymoe

Roy, how do you think Myers stacks up against Wood, Unger & Mack. I doubt there are measureables for him, but from watching him play, what do you think?

Myers is surviving on his technique and knowledge of Gibbs' system. All three of the guys I mentioned are better prospects and would push Myers into a back-up role their Sophomore year after learning the responsibilities of the OC position. Myers is the savvy veteran getting by with his wisdom and the fact that there isn't any talent behind him.

idymoe · #4 03-27-2009, 09:03 PM

That's pretty much my opinion, too, although I see you think it would take a season to win the start. I know Kubiak has said the #1 pick is expected to start right away. I do think a lot of our problems in third and short lie at center.

Roy P · #5 03-27-2009, 09:46 PM

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That's pretty much my opinion, too, although I see you think it would take a season to win the start. I know Kubiak has said the #1 pick is expected to start right away. I do think a lot of our problems in third and short lie at center.

Some lies at RG. That's what I like about Wood. He could play RG as a rookie and then move over, much like Ryan Kalil.

Just in case you were wondering.....

Kalil = 68.67 explosion, 5.07 Index, 20/10/S/C = 16.42

Roy P · #6 03-28-2009, 10:50 PM

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Nice analysis. Thanks.

For some in depth analysis on Wood, check this out. It's about everything you'd want to know. Included is that he has 33 3/4" arm length. Somebody mentioned that he had "short" arms. That's the same length as OT prospect Jason Smith.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/522812

Wood ranking second among the nation's centers with 16 touchdown-resulting blocks.

He not only brings incredible knowledge and instincts to the field, but plays with the true nastiness that has scouts comparing him to the NFL's old time centers like Mike Webster of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Tim Grunhard of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Anyone who might question his intensity needs only see him fighting tooth and nail to the final gun in a 69-14 loss to Rutgers in 2008. He always brings his "A" game to the field, no matter what the scoreboard says.

Wood is known for residing in the film room. He is very determined to break down every aspect of his opponent and search for what he can use to his advantage. He does all the little extras you would expect from a team leader and captain.