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Originally Posted by freddyg12
Haven't seen Cherilius on any 'big boards'. Is he a projected 1st rounder? We definitely need another Tackle to develop in the next few years. This sounds like a good draft to nab a o line players.
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He's projected as a second rounder mostly because he struggled with the switch from right to left tackle this year. I like him left tackle, right is a different story. I don't know if I want him in round 2, if the Skins really take a CB in round 1 I want a DE in round 2, but Cherilus is the #6 rated OT by a lot of scouts.
In other news, my boy Matt Forte is representing Tulane:
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Originally Posted by Todd McShay
Tulane RB Matt Forte's blend of versatility and size opened some eyes at practice. The 222-pound back read his blocks well and is tough to bring down, making him an effective between-the-tackles runner, but he's showing he's fast enough to turn the corner as well. In addition, Forte looks like he can make an impact in the passing game. The crispness of his cuts and the separation he created working against the linebackers during one-on-one drills was impressive. Forte also showed the ability to turn on the jets and track the ball downfield when he beat South Florida ILB Ben Moffitt deep for a reception.
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NFL Draft Scout has him as a 4-5 round pick. I really like him (as many of you know, I briefly attended Tulane and I openly admit my bias). However, he had a great season and with a time of 4.56 in the 40, I think he might be able to return some kicks as well as be counted on as a third back. I think he could be an Ahmad Bradshaw type, I think some spot duty could serve him well.
I don't like taking a guy in the 3rd round at RB, but I do think the Skins should think about drafting a guy. Betts will be 29 and Clinton will be 27, but I think with the beating he takes, it's an old 27. I hope the Skins think about RB at the back end of the draft.