PICTURE REEL
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Prospect Profile: OG Chance Warmack - Alabama
Alabama Profile:
Height: 6' - 3"
Weight: 320 lbs.
Class: Senior
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Date of Birth: 9/14/91 (21 years old)
High School: Westlake (teammate of Cam Newton)
Season Summaries:
2012 Sr. Year: Started all 14 games at LG, completing a career that included 39 starts overall. SEC Academic Honor Roll. Unanimous 1st Team All-American by AFCA, FWAA, Walter Camp, AP, Sporting News and Sports Illustrated, as well as unanimous 1st Team All-SEC by Coaches and Media. Outland Trophy watch list and quarter-finalist for Lombardi Award (top lineman or linebacker). Only missed 7 assignments in 728 snaps, and only allowed 3.5 sacks in 287 pass attempts. Lead the Tide with 37 pancake blocks. Season average grade of 89.4. Helped lead the Tide to their 3rd National Championship in 4 years while opening holes for RBs Eddie Lacy and T.J. Yeldon to career highs (184 and 153 respectively) in the SEC Championship vs. Georgia.
2011 Jr. Year: Started all 13 games at LG. Honorable Mention All-American by Pro Football Weekly. Second Team All-SEC by Coaches. Helped block for an Alabama offense that was 16th in the Nation in rushing (214.5 yds/gm), 20th in scoring offense (34.9 pts/gm), and 26th Nationally in sacks allowed with 1.31 sacks/gm.
2010 So. Year: Started all 13 games at LG. Alabama ranked Nationally at 22nd in total offense, 29th in rushing offense, 27th in passing and provided time for the Nation's 4th best passer in terms of passing efficiency.
2009 Fr. Year: Saw action in 5 games at Guard as a true freshman, including time against Arkansas and Mississippi State.
2012 Senior Year Highlights (#65 LG):
2011 Junior Year Highlights (#65 LG):
2010 Sophomore Year Highlights (#65 LG):
Positives (+):
+ Where to start? Compact, powerful, upper and lower body strength are above average
+ PBS, Inside Zone killer, will pop and drive defenders back off the ball consistently for 4 quarters
+ Excellent combo blocker, peels off and shifts to second level with fluidity
+ Above average second level blocker, gets to point of attack, squares up and sticks to LBs
+ Pass pro is solid, stout at initial contact, anchors well, and shifts well laterally
+ Tenacious and opportunistic blocker, will hustle down field to find another block and will finish his man to the ground at every chance he gets, punishes defensive linemen tied up with offensive tackles with big hits
+ Disciplined in pass pro, maintains ground and doesn't get confused by stunts and blitzes
+ Strong puller, shifts easily and pushes upfield to meet LBs in the hole with heavy violence
+ Heady, Academic All SEC
+ Heavy hands with great pop
+ A three year starter at LG, played as a true freshman, lots of durable experience for 'Bama
Negatives (-):
- Can play a little high, but his hands and technique tend to compensate
- Needs to cover the belly
- Played on the best Offensive Line in College Football, had excellent help at Center and Left Tackle which may be masking small flaws in his game, but there aren't many
NFL Analysis:
It's rare, but Warmack is the most complete prospect for his position in the 2013 NFL Draft. His size and technique are ideal, his game tape is phenomenal, he helped the Tide win 3 National Championships during his 4 years in Tuscaloosa, and he was even honored as a top student-athlete in the SEC. Warmack is far and away the best OG in the 2013 Draft Class. Comparatively in 2012, Stanford's David DeCastro was also the top OG in the Class and was drafted 24th Overall by the Steelers. Unfortunately, DD suffered a season ending knee injury early and will be on the comeback in 2013. OG isn't considered a value pick high in the Draft, but Warmack could very well be taken in the Top 10 if Joeckel and Fisher and/or Lane Johnson all go early to teams like Kansas City, Philadelphia and Arizona...San Diego is in the mix too for an Offensive Tackle. With that in mind, teams looking to bolster their Offensive Lines will likely look for a franchise Left Tackle first and foremost...however, teams looking to pound the rock with more consistency will look to the highly polished Warmack early.
Outlook as a Raider:
Oakland is picking No. 3 Overall. One would think that Reggie McKenzie isn't taking an OG at that position in the Draft...especially with Tony Bergstrom in the cut looking to fill in at LG or RT in 2013. However, trade down scenarios present some interesting opportunities for Oakland to begin building a nasty dynasty up front. Warmack is likely a No. 10-20 Overall prospect, depending on where the top Offensive Tackle talent falls in the Draft. While the Raiders definitely need to get after the quarterback, it was clear that the run game regressed in 2012, either by design thank to Knapp, or by the fact that the Raiders are old and injured at OG. Cooper Carlisle isn't getting any younger, and recently acquired ZBS RG Mike Brisiel just toughed out his second consecutive year with a major injury (ankle) that he just got surgery on. New OC Greg Olson has stated that Oakland will likely return to the PBS in 2013 and help get McFadden back on track. Warmack would be huge for Oakland as a plug and play LG with all the tools needed to get the Raiders back to running the ball successfully.
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Prospect Profile: DT Sheldon Richardson - Missouri
Height: 6' - 4"
Weight: 295 lbs.
Class: Redshirt Junior
Hometown: St. Louis, Mo
DOB: 01/01/1989 (24 years old)
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2012 ALL-Sec 1st Team (Media)
2012 All-Sec 2nd Team (Coaches)
2012 Senior Year: Selected First Team All-Southeastern Conference (Media selection) for the 2012 college football season. Richardson, a junior tackle, became Mizzou's first-ever All-SEC designee, as he was named to the 2nd-team for his outstanding play in 2012. Richardson led all SEC interior linemen with 75 tackles (2nd-best on the Tiger squad).
The St. Louis, Mo. native tied for the team lead with 10.5 tackles for loss, and was second on the team with his 4.0 quarterback sacks. He added a team-best seven QB hurries, broke up three passes, forced three fumbles, recovered two fumbles and blocked a kick on the season, as well. - Missouri football
The St. Louis, Mo. native tied for the team lead with 10.5 tackles for loss, and was second on the team with his 4.0 quarterback sacks. He added a team-best seven QB hurries, broke up three passes, forced three fumbles, recovered two fumbles and blocked a kick on the season, as well. - Missouri football
2011 Junior Year: Made his much-anticipated debut with the Tigers, and provided much-needed depth in the trenches as he amassed 37 tackles, including 8.0 TFLs and 2 QB sacks in 13 games (including 2 starts) ... Closed the year by making 2 stops and a half-sack against North Carolina in the Independence Bowl ... Recorded a tackle for loss in overtime against Arizona State ... finished WIU game with two assisted tackles, both coming for a loss ... teamed up with Brayden Burnett to record his first sack as a Tiger early in the first quarter ... assisted on three tackles against Oklahoma in Norman ... recorded three tackles at Kansas State while also batting down a pass at the line of scrimmage ... finished the Iowa State game with four tackles, 1.5 of which were for loss ... Made his first career start against Oklahoma State and finished with one tackle for a two yard loss ... finished the Texas A&M game with eight tackles, including an assisted TFL ... was a force in the backfield all game long against Baylor, finishing with five tackles including 1.5 for loss, a half a sack and a quarterback hurry.
Junior College/High School: One of the most highly-coveted athletes to come out of the state of Missouri in recent years, who returned to his home state after a two-year stop at the College of the Sequoias in Visalia, Calif. ... Was ranked by Rivals.com as the No. 3 junior college prospect in the nation at any postion, even after he was redshirted in 2010 due to a wrist injury ... Was a dominant defensive lineman and tight end at St. Louis' Gateway Tech High School, where he was ranked by Rivals.com as the No. 4 overall player (any position) in the nation, as well as being the No. 1 defensive tackle prospect in the country by several national outlets ... Also checked in as the No. 1 overall player (any position) in the state of Missouri, and originally signed with Mizzou as part of the 2009 signing class, before going the junior college route ...Was named as a 2008 EA Sports First Team All-American after a senior season at Gateway Tech which included 88 tackles and 19 sacks, while adding seven fumble recoveries, five forced fumbles and one interception ... Scored six defensive touchdowns on the year, as well, while adding 27 receptions for 541 yards and eight touchdowns at the tight end position.
2012 Senior Highlights:
2012 Senior Highlights:
2011 Junior Year Highlights:
+ Good Motor and will chase the play until the end
+ Good Penetraion and strength at point of attack
+ Quickness and speed off snap are NFL caliber which helps him beat trap blocks
+ Good in both pass rush and run defense
+ Smart player who doesn't take stupid penalties
+ Could play DE in a 3-4 scheme
Weaknesses (-):
- Needs to work on technique a bit
- Had shoulder surgery in 2011
- Tends to play a little too high at times
- Needs to chase less from behind and penetrate more to make the plays
- Needs to work on tackling in open field
NFL Player Comparison: DT - Amobi Okoye - Bears
Analysis: Some question how hard he'll work once getting a first round contract. Richardson has worked his way up the draft board though with a solid 2012 season. Richardson also showed a knack for stepping up his game versus stiffer competition in his 2012 season. While he has a good motor, good speed, and chases plays well his only standout year was his 2012 campaign. Some teams may wonder if it was a fluke or just a preview of whats to come from Richardson. Richardson should be drafted somewhere within the 12-20 range depending on how well he does at the combine. Richardson could become a top 12-15 DT in the NFL in just a couple seasons if he improves his upper body strength and pad level.
Raiders Outlook:
Raiders will be looking to draft some D-lineman this draft but it's doubtful Richardson would be taken before Star Lotulelei. The only way the Raiders look at Richardson is he has an outstanding combine or they trade down a little ways.
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Prospect Profile: WR Robert Woods - Southern California
Name: Robert Woods
Height: 6' - 1"
Weight: 190 lbs.
Class: Junior
Hometown: Carson, CA
High School: Serra High School
Date of Birth: April 10, 1992 (nearly 21 years old)
Trojans Career:
2012 Junior Year: 2nd Team All Pac-12....amassing 849 yards on 74 receptions and 11 touchdowns.....became the all-time career receptions leader at USC breaking Dwayne Jarrett's previous record of 216.
2011 Sophomore Year: Consensus All-American by all coaching and media groups.....one of 3 Biletnikoff Award finalists, finishing the season with 111 receptions for 1292 yards and 15 touchdowns.....also had 17 kickoff returns for 393 yards (23.1 yd average), 13 punt returns for 118 yards (9.1 yd average).....broke Keyshawn Johnson's single season receptions record as well as for the Pac-12 Conference.
2010 Freshman Year: As a true freshman, started all 13 games for a team best 65 receptions for 792 yards and 6 touchdowns.....7 carries for 56 yards.....38 kickoff returns for 971 yards (25.6 yd average) with 1 touchdown.....his 1817 total yards from scrimmage set a freshman school record.
2012 Junior Highlights:
2011 Sophomore Highlights:
2010 Freshman Highlights:
Strengths:
+ Plays very fast and knows how to use his speed; former All-State HS track star
+ Great change of direction; very quick in and out of his breaks
+ Good body control; can make tough catches look easy
+ Has shown the deep speed to run away from defenders
+ Polished route runner who has a great feel against zone defenses
+ Reliable hands
+ Gains extra yards after the catch in space
+ Has home run playmaking ability
+ Hard worker and a competitor
+ Very good on-field awareness and high football IQ
Weaknesses:
- Needs to add some weight and upper body strength to beat physical CBs
- Sometimes exposes his body to unnecessary hits
- Needs to improve his overall concentration; susceptible to occasionally dropping an easy pass
NFL Player Comparison: WR Reggie Wayne - Colts
Analysis:
Robert Woods is one of the better wide receiving prospects in the 2013 Draft. Prior to the 2012 season, Woods was the top consensus draft eligible WR. The rise of fellow Trojan WR Marqise Lee and possibly a lingering effects of offseason ankle surgery led to a down year compared to a spectacular record setting sophomore campaign. Woods is a very well rounded and explosive receiving prospect. He's a smooth athlete who's a savvy route runner and displays good hands. As a former high school track star, he has showcased that blazing speed on the football field. He's capable of playing in the slot and is dangerous off bubble screens, with the ability to take it to the house from anywhere on the field. He does lack the prototypical length and size of some of the elite WRs, but he makes up for it with his competitiveness and football awareness. He's valuable in today's pass happy NFL, and his ability to play both outside and inside the slot makes him that much more attractive as a prospect. He needs to gain some upper body strength to be able to go up against some of the more physical cornerbacks in the NFL. He is currently projected in the low 1st to mid-2nd round.
Draft Outlook:
Wide receiver is not one of the bigger needs for the Raiders this offseason. Denarius Moore and Darius Heyward-Bey both had down years compared to the year before, but a prospect of Woods' caliber may not be available with the current picks the Raiders hold. Woods has a similar style to that of Moore, but Woods has a better college pedigree with much better production and without the injury history. He will likely become a dynamic playmaker at the next level.
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