Ryan Tannehill Scouting Report
Texas A&M quarterback Ryan Tannehill is a converted wide receiver that is drastically moving up draft boards as we approach the NFL Draft in less than a month. At 6’4, 221 pounds, Tannehill threw for 3,744 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions and completed 61.6% of his passes.
Strengths:
· Good passer on the run
· Solid arm strength
· Great accuracy on comeback routes
· Mobile and can escape pass rush and excels in designed running plays
· Great size for the position
· Good accuracy and control in the short to intermediate passing game
Weaknesses:
· Has a side-arm ¾ delivery comparable to the Chargers’ Philip Rivers that may need to be improved
· Inconsistent decision making – threw 15 interceptions last season and can force passes into coverage
· Lacks great accuracy throwing the deep ball
· Raw athleticism and still learning the position
· Questionable poise in clutch situations
Overall:
· Tannehill has the talent to develop into a good signal caller at the next level, but it is best that he sits a year or two before becoming the starting quarterback. His mechanics may need to be tweaked and he will struggle to make all of the throws required at the NFL level. However, he developed a great understanding of the Aggies’ offense and was coached under former Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike Sherman. Tannehill has been discussed being taken as high as number four overall by the Cleveland Browns and may very well be picked within the first 15 picks by a team such as the Dolphins, but I believe his real range falls in the late first round to early second round.
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Lamar Miller Scouting Report
Running Back Lamar Miller is one of five Miami Hurricane players to declare early for the 2012 NFL Draft. At 5-11, 212 pounds, Miller ran 227 times for 1,272 yards (5.6 yard average) with nine touchdowns this past season.
Strengths:
- Has nice vision in finding the hole and makes one big cut to get out into space - used on a lot of toss plays
- Great burst and top-notch acceleration when he finds the hole, often resulting in five to ten yard runs, and occasionally longer
- Has breakaway speed once he's in the open field - former track star who may run in the 4.3 range
- Size and experience in being an every-down back this past year
- Agile in making cuts and can stop on the dime
- Shakes off arm tackles really well and is above average overall in breaking tackles
- Falls forward and always keeps his legs churning - high effort and good balance
Weaknesses:
- Can get happy feet at times and needs to show more patience in making cuts
- Has good hands, but is not overly elusive after the catch like he is on running plays
- Needs to show more consistency as a pass blocker
- Coming out after his redshirt sophomore season at Miami and may be a bit unproven over a long period of time
Overall:
Miller should be a second round pick and will be in the conversation of the second best running back in the draft behind Alabama's Trent Richardson. Could have proven himself a bit more with one more year in college to become a first round pick, but it is understandable for his leaving Miami after the school's allegations this year. Fits a zone-blocking scheme, has a lot of upside, and reminds a bit of a bigger Steve Slaton during his rookie season with Houston.
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Alabama S Mark Barron Scouting Report
Positives:
- Aggressive at the line as a blitzer and run stopper. Projects to strong safety at the NFL level.
- Good tackler, very physical player that is unafraid to add an extra pop
- Durable size (6-2, 218), above average speed, shows ability to go up for the ball in coverage and make a play
- Above average as a man-to-man defensive back
- Shows great awareness in coverage and makes smart decisions
- 12 interceptions over the past 3 1/2 seasons
Negatives:
- Can take bad angles to the ballcarrier when tackling
- Can be too aggressive and is susceptible to biting on the playaction
- Lack of great speed and range can hinder him when beat in coverage
- Played with a torn pectoral muscle in 2010
- Character questions after misdemeanor charge this past March and history of a torn pectoral.
NFL Comparison: Former Cowboys & Bengals Safety Roy Williams
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Kellen Moore, QB Boise State
Heading into his senior season at Boise State, quarterback Kellen Moore is a Heisman hopeful and one of the most well-known college players around the country. As he attempts to lead the Broncos to a national championship, Moore will also be looking to increase his stock for the 2012 NFL Draft. With that, here is my scouting report on Kellen Moore.
Positives:
- Three-year starter
- Has been highly productive as a passer, throwing for 3,400+ yards all three seasons. Threw for 3,845 yards last season, in addition to 35 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. As a junior in 2009, his numbers were astounding, throwing for 39 TDs to only 3 INTs.
- Has had big games against big competition, throwing for a combined 1,190 yards, 10 TDs, and 1 INT in 2010 against Virginia Tech, Oregon St., Nevada, and the bowl game against Utah.
- Spreads the ball around very well to receivers, tight ends, and backs.
- Good variance playing under center in the I-formation and in shotgun with 4-5 receiver sets.
- One of the most accurate passers in college football, especially when his feet are set and has time to throw. Possesses great touch on short to intermediate throws. Accurate over the middle and can zing it into tight spaces, even on the run.
- Has great awareness of where pass rush is coming from and anticipates receiver breaks. Has decent mobility to escape the rush.
- Has ice in his veins; almost flawless in clutch situations. Has led game-winning drives in big games versus Virginia Tech and Nevada the past two seasons.
Negatives:
- Appears a bit nervous under pressure and has the tendency to force throws into double coverage.
- Has the habit of throwing off of his back foot on occasion and has a mixture of a side arm and over the top delivery.
- Size is an issue (6'0, 190). Can he see the whole field and can his body hold up to hits by NFL lineman?
- Only above average arm strength to make long passes downfield.
- Has faced marginal conference opposition in the WAC.
- Has benefited greatly from his receivers, especially in 2010 with Lions 2nd round pick Titus Young and Rams 3rd rounder Austin Pettis.
Overall:
Moore possesses the ability to develop into a solid pro if he can develop more of a comfortable presence in the pocket under defensive pressure and continue his excellent accuracy. Size and arm strength will always be questioned, but Moore has shown the leadership and moxy in win or lose situations that cannot be taught. Could really benefit from a year to study the game before being thrust into a starting role and should be a 3rd or 4th round pick who could make a jump to the 2nd round depending on how well he plays this season and whether he can lead Boise St. to a BCS bowl.
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Montee Ball, RB Wisconsin
Yes, I am a Badger fan, but Wisconsin running back Montee Ball will be one of my favorite NFL Draft prospects to watch for over the course of the next two seasons for other reasons than fan loyalty.
In a Badger backfield that featured the bruising John Clay and the speedy James White last season, Ball was a tweener with the size and brute strength of a power runner (5-11, 236), but also deceptive speed to get to the corner and turn up field. He doesn't have breakaway speed, but he can break tackles and get to the second level by making quick decisions and using the one-cut style of a zone blocking scheme. Another attribute that stood out to me towards the end of the season was how well Ball can catch the ball out of the backfield; he is proficient in the screen game.
It can be debated how much of his stats were aided by a huge, athletic offensive line, but Ball did contribute. He rushed for 996 yards as a sophomore after running for 461 as a true freshman. He increased his scoring totals from eight touchdowns to 18 and has averaged over six yards per carry both seasons. Ball started the final five games of the season and rushed for 127, 163, 173, 178, and 132 yards, respectively.
One of my favorite running back prospects in a few years, Ball has convinced me that he has the ability to succeed in the NFL and become a solid starting back. I believe he is a top five prospect already as a true junior next season and would compare him to Brandon Jacobs, but with more speed and cutting ability.
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Alfonzo Dennard, CB Nebraska
Dennard (5'10, 205) is the next big Nebraska cornerback this season. In the wake of the Giants selecting Prince Amukamara's with the 19th pick of the first round in the 2011 NFL Draft, Dennard will be looking to hear his own name get called by the commissioner in the first round in 2012.
A second-team All-Big 12 selection in 2010, Alfonzo shows the ability to play well in both man and zone coverage and has a certain physicality at the line of scrimmage. He sticks with receivers like glue and has made his share of plays for the Cornhusker defense with four interceptions and seven passes defended this past season. Along with Amukamara, Dennard helped Nebraska's defense rank in the top five nationally in pass and efficiency defense.
However, a big knock on Dennard is the way he shies away from contact in run support and can get bullied downfield by blocking from receivers; he needs to work a little harder on his upper body strength before hitting the Combine. In addition, he sometimes takes bad angles in coverage that allow separation for the receiver and can get caught making contact with receivers before the ball arrives.
Dennard does, however, have the ability to be a solid pro prospect considering his awareness and the fact that he has only been a starter for a year and a half. He could be the top corner in the draft.
Ryan Tannehill Scouting Report
Texas A&M quarterback Ryan Tannehill is a converted wide receiver that is drastically moving up draft boards as we approach the NFL Draft in less than a month. At 6’4, 221 pounds, Tannehill threw for 3,744 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions and completed 61.6% of his passes.
Strengths:
· Good passer on the run
· Solid arm strength
· Great accuracy on comeback routes
· Mobile and can escape pass rush and excels in designed running plays
· Great size for the position
· Good accuracy and control in the short to intermediate passing game
Weaknesses:
· Has a side-arm ¾ delivery comparable to the Chargers’ Philip Rivers that may need to be improved
· Inconsistent decision making – threw 15 interceptions last season and can force passes into coverage
· Lacks great accuracy throwing the deep ball
· Raw athleticism and still learning the position
· Questionable poise in clutch situations
Overall:
· Tannehill has the talent to develop into a good signal caller at the next level, but it is best that he sits a year or two before becoming the starting quarterback. His mechanics may need to be tweaked and he will struggle to make all of the throws required at the NFL level. However, he developed a great understanding of the Aggies’ offense and was coached under former Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike Sherman. Tannehill has been discussed being taken as high as number four overall by the Cleveland Browns and may very well be picked within the first 15 picks by a team such as the Dolphins, but I believe his real range falls in the late first round to early second round.
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Lamar Miller Scouting Report
Running Back Lamar Miller is one of five Miami Hurricane players to declare early for the 2012 NFL Draft. At 5-11, 212 pounds, Miller ran 227 times for 1,272 yards (5.6 yard average) with nine touchdowns this past season.
Strengths:
- Has nice vision in finding the hole and makes one big cut to get out into space - used on a lot of toss plays
- Great burst and top-notch acceleration when he finds the hole, often resulting in five to ten yard runs, and occasionally longer
- Has breakaway speed once he's in the open field - former track star who may run in the 4.3 range
- Size and experience in being an every-down back this past year
- Agile in making cuts and can stop on the dime
- Shakes off arm tackles really well and is above average overall in breaking tackles
- Falls forward and always keeps his legs churning - high effort and good balance
Weaknesses:
- Can get happy feet at times and needs to show more patience in making cuts
- Has good hands, but is not overly elusive after the catch like he is on running plays
- Needs to show more consistency as a pass blocker
- Coming out after his redshirt sophomore season at Miami and may be a bit unproven over a long period of time
Overall:
Miller should be a second round pick and will be in the conversation of the second best running back in the draft behind Alabama's Trent Richardson. Could have proven himself a bit more with one more year in college to become a first round pick, but it is understandable for his leaving Miami after the school's allegations this year. Fits a zone-blocking scheme, has a lot of upside, and reminds a bit of a bigger Steve Slaton during his rookie season with Houston.
Ryan Tannehill Scouting Report
Texas A&M quarterback Ryan Tannehill is a converted wide receiver that is drastically moving up draft boards as we approach the NFL Draft in less than a month. At 6’4, 221 pounds, Tannehill threw for 3,744 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions and completed 61.6% of his passes.
Strengths:
· Good passer on the run
· Solid arm strength
· Great accuracy on comeback routes
· Mobile and can escape pass rush and excels in designed running plays
· Great size for the position
· Good accuracy and control in the short to intermediate passing game
Weaknesses:
· Has a side-arm ¾ delivery comparable to the Chargers’ Philip Rivers that may need to be improved
· Inconsistent decision making – threw 15 interceptions last season and can force passes into coverage
· Lacks great accuracy throwing the deep ball
· Raw athleticism and still learning the position
· Questionable poise in clutch situations
Overall:
· Tannehill has the talent to develop into a good signal caller at the next level, but it is best that he sits a year or two before becoming the starting quarterback. His mechanics may need to be tweaked and he will struggle to make all of the throws required at the NFL level. However, he developed a great understanding of the Aggies’ offense and was coached under former Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike Sherman. Tannehill has been discussed being taken as high as number four overall by the Cleveland Browns and may very well be picked within the first 15 picks by a team such as the Dolphins, but I believe his real range falls in the late first round to early second round.
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Lamar Miller Scouting Report
Running Back Lamar Miller is one of five Miami Hurricane players to declare early for the 2012 NFL Draft. At 5-11, 212 pounds, Miller ran 227 times for 1,272 yards (5.6 yard average) with nine touchdowns this past season._____________________________________________________
Alabama S Mark Barron Scouting Report
Positives:
Negatives:
- Aggressive at the line as a blitzer and run stopper. Projects to strong safety at the NFL level.
- Good tackler, very physical player that is unafraid to add an extra pop
- Durable size (6-2, 218), above average speed, shows ability to go up for the ball in coverage and make a play
- Above average as a man-to-man defensive back
- Shows great awareness in coverage and makes smart decisions
- 12 interceptions over the past 3 1/2 seasons
Negatives:
- Can take bad angles to the ballcarrier when tackling
- Can be too aggressive and is susceptible to biting on the playaction
- Lack of great speed and range can hinder him when beat in coverage
- Played with a torn pectoral muscle in 2010
- Character questions after misdemeanor charge this past March and history of a torn pectoral.
NFL Comparison: Former Cowboys & Bengals Safety Roy Williams
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Kellen Moore, QB Boise State
Heading into his senior season at Boise State, quarterback Kellen Moore is a Heisman hopeful and one of the most well-known college players around the country. As he attempts to lead the Broncos to a national championship, Moore will also be looking to increase his stock for the 2012 NFL Draft. With that, here is my scouting report on Kellen Moore.
- Appears a bit nervous under pressure and has the tendency to force throws into double coverage.
- Has the habit of throwing off of his back foot on occasion and has a mixture of a side arm and over the top delivery.
- Size is an issue (6'0, 190). Can he see the whole field and can his body hold up to hits by NFL lineman?
- Only above average arm strength to make long passes downfield.
- Has faced marginal conference opposition in the WAC.
- Has benefited greatly from his receivers, especially in 2010 with Lions 2nd round pick Titus Young and Rams 3rd rounder Austin Pettis.
Overall:
Yes, I am a Badger fan, but Wisconsin running back Montee Ball will be one of my favorite NFL Draft prospects to watch for over the course of the next two seasons for other reasons than fan loyalty.In a Badger backfield that featured the bruising John Clay and the speedy James White last season, Ball was a tweener with the size and brute strength of a power runner (5-11, 236), but also deceptive speed to get to the corner and turn up field. He doesn't have breakaway speed, but he can break tackles and get to the second level by making quick decisions and using the one-cut style of a zone blocking scheme. Another attribute that stood out to me towards the end of the season was how well Ball can catch the ball out of the backfield; he is proficient in the screen game.
It can be debated how much of his stats were aided by a huge, athletic offensive line, but Ball did contribute. He rushed for 996 yards as a sophomore after running for 461 as a true freshman. He increased his scoring totals from eight touchdowns to 18 and has averaged over six yards per carry both seasons. Ball started the final five games of the season and rushed for 127, 163, 173, 178, and 132 yards, respectively.
One of my favorite running back prospects in a few years, Ball has convinced me that he has the ability to succeed in the NFL and become a solid starting back. I believe he is a top five prospect already as a true junior next season and would compare him to Brandon Jacobs, but with more speed and cutting ability.
A second-team All-Big 12 selection in 2010, Alfonzo shows the ability to play well in both man and zone coverage and has a certain physicality at the line of scrimmage. He sticks with receivers like glue and has made his share of plays for the Cornhusker defense with four interceptions and seven passes defended this past season. Along with Amukamara, Dennard helped Nebraska's defense rank in the top five nationally in pass and efficiency defense.
However, a big knock on Dennard is the way he shies away from contact in run support and can get bullied downfield by blocking from receivers; he needs to work a little harder on his upper body strength before hitting the Combine. In addition, he sometimes takes bad angles in coverage that allow separation for the receiver and can get caught making contact with receivers before the ball arrives.
Dennard does, however, have the ability to be a solid pro prospect considering his awareness and the fact that he has only been a starter for a year and a half. He could be the top corner in the draft.
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Quinton Coples, DE North Carolina
North Carolina has produced a variety of good NFL defensive line prospects and talents in the past decade, ranging from Vonnie Holliday, to Julius Peppers, to Robert Quinn. Now, can Quinton Coples be added to that list?
At 6-6, 285, Coples has the size of an elite pass rusher and had an outstanding season last year, his first as a starter. Even with 2011 NFL Draft picks Quinn and Marvin Austin suspended for the entire season, Coples managed to build on a five-sack sophomore season by leading the Tar Heels with 10 sacks and recording 59 tackles and 13 tackles for a loss, including a forced fumble in the Music City Bowl against Tennessee.
Though I'm not quite sure yet if Coples is a more elite sack artist than Da'Quan Bowers, he does possess a good motor and delivers some big hits. He is able to get around the edge of the offensive line with his speed and also has surprisingly great strength to bull rush and push his way past lineman both as a rusher and in run support. Even if he does not get the sack, Coples is seemingly always around the play, applying quarterback pressure. However, he does not have one special move as a rusher and will need to improve that aspect of his game as a senior this next season.
I believe Coples fits best in a 4-3 scheme, but perhaps could play in a 3-4 if he can bulk up a bit due to his strength. With another double-digit sack season, he surely has the ability to become a top 10 pick in the 2012 NFL Draft and become an even better prospect than 2011's Quinn, Ryan Kerrigan, and Aldon Smith. However, his production could fall because teammate Donte Paige-Moss has the ability to steal some sacks and build on his own first round potential.
At 6-6, 285, Coples has the size of an elite pass rusher and had an outstanding season last year, his first as a starter. Even with 2011 NFL Draft picks Quinn and Marvin Austin suspended for the entire season, Coples managed to build on a five-sack sophomore season by leading the Tar Heels with 10 sacks and recording 59 tackles and 13 tackles for a loss, including a forced fumble in the Music City Bowl against Tennessee.Though I'm not quite sure yet if Coples is a more elite sack artist than Da'Quan Bowers, he does possess a good motor and delivers some big hits. He is able to get around the edge of the offensive line with his speed and also has surprisingly great strength to bull rush and push his way past lineman both as a rusher and in run support. Even if he does not get the sack, Coples is seemingly always around the play, applying quarterback pressure. However, he does not have one special move as a rusher and will need to improve that aspect of his game as a senior this next season.
I believe Coples fits best in a 4-3 scheme, but perhaps could play in a 3-4 if he can bulk up a bit due to his strength. With another double-digit sack season, he surely has the ability to become a top 10 pick in the 2012 NFL Draft and become an even better prospect than 2011's Quinn, Ryan Kerrigan, and Aldon Smith. However, his production could fall because teammate Donte Paige-Moss has the ability to steal some sacks and build on his own first round potential.
