Saturday, July 07, 2007

2002 draft review picks 11-20


11.Indianapolis Colts: Dwight Freeney DE Syracuse: The thing on Freeney coming out was that he was undersized but very fast off the edge. Well that combination has made him an all-pro defensive end. So far he has 57 career sacks including 13 in his rookie year. Plus he is the highest drafted player so far from this class to have won a super bowl.


12. Arizona Cardinals: Wendall Bryant DT Wisconsin: When the Cardinals selected Bryant they were expecting a player who could clog the line for around a decade and would improve the defense. Well lets just say that didn't happen as Bryant is now out of the league after being cut in training camp in 2005. Shows you how much a B+ from Mel Kiper matters now.

13. New Orleans Saints: Donte' Stallworth WR Tennessee: Stallworth was supposed to be a burner coming out of Tennessee but lots of nagging injuries slowed him down and that brought him to the Eagles last year where he averaged almost 20 yards a catch. Now he is on the Patriots and should be a number 2 receiver. But considering where he was picked he hasn't shown. no.1 receiver numbers. Especially considering Javon Walker was picked at no.20.

14. New York Giants: Jeremy Shockey TE Miami(FL): Shockey has changed the tight end position in many ways. He won the Pepsi rookie of the year and provided much controversy in the locker room. Shockey has been to multiple pro bowls but now it seems like his ego is getting in the way as he often criticizes coaches for not getting him the ball. But even if Shockey's best seasons are behind him, he will be known for changing the tight end position for guys like Antonio Gates and Kellen Winslow.

15. Tennessee Titans:Albert Haynesworth DT Tennessee: When a top 15 pick is best known for stepping on Cowboys center Andre Gurode's head you know your career isn't headed in the right direction. Haynesworth was predicted to be a very dominant player in the NFL but hasn't lived up to the billing yet. If he doesn't improve along with his temper he could be out of the league in a couple years.

16. Cleveland Browns: William Green RB Boston College: Coming out I thought Green would be a star and become a key player for the Browns. Well me and every analyst were wrong. He is the second player on this list to be best known for a fight with Joey Porter this one occurred during pre -game warm ups. So he is now a free agent hoping to get back in the league.

17. Oakland Raiders: Phillip Buchanon CB Miami (FL): This looked like a great pick for the Raiders as he has everything they want in a player, a criminal record and speed. Buchanon had potential to be a very good player but his best trait has been his punt returning ability. He is now fighting to make it on the Bucs.

18. Atlanta Falcons: T.J. Duckett RB Michigan State: Duckett was predicted to be a Jerome Bettis type back. In a way they were right as Duckett has primarily become a goal line back but hasn't been able to carry a full load. He is now on the Lions where he could get carries as the running back position is unsettled.

19. Denver Broncos: Ashley Lelie WR Hawaii: Lelie was supposed to be a burner who happened to have great size (6'4). That is what sold the Broncos but it was a big mistake. He had one 1000 yard season for them but for the most part he was a disappointment. He is now on the 49'ers where he will look to become a no.2 receiver.

20. Green Bay Packers: Javon Walker WR Florida St : Walker was one of the steals of round one as he has became the best receiver of the draft class. Walker had a couple injury problems but after last year it looks like he is at full strength. Walker is a great all around receiver and should have another solid season for the Broncos.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Raiders like speed and a criminal record? Sounds like the Bengals