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Originally Posted by GiantsSuck703
Branch will make the whole defense better, Branch will also help the DBs because it will keep them from having to bite on Play action all the time
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As you can tell from my sig, I'm with you -- but man, this guy's stock is dropping big time.
In addition to his alleged weight problem, he's been described as lazy and takes several plays off. His stats aren't all that impressive either. Now, that could be because he gathers so much attention and double teams that other guys wind up making the tackle. I'd be interested to know what other D-tackles are expected to go in the first round, but I haven't heard of any. Branch is practically the only player at his position that you hear about good or bad.
I used to be a 100% draft Alan Branch guy -- but the more negative things I hear about him, I have to admit that percentage has dropped to about 94-96%.
If we could trade down and be able to get the next best defensive tackle, and a defensive end, that would be ideal.