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Hindsight is a wonderful thing, and this time I will use it to reveal what would have happened if the Detroit Lions took Vontae Davis instead of Brandon Pettigrew in the 2009 NFL draft. This was a widely criticised pick on the day because&nbs…
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In the NFL offseason each year, we all take a shot at predicting how the newest draft class will fare in their first season as professionals. Some will mesmerize us with their seamless transition to the next level, while others will crumble under …
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In recent years, the Buffalo Bills have gone into the NFL Draft with very similar drafting strategies.Some of these trends even extend further back than Buddy Nix’s tenure as general manager. The trends are very concerning for me, and they seem to sign…
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May 2nd, 2011 | Filed under
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The NFL Draft has always been an opportunity for teams to improve their situation from the previous season. The first overall pick is always the most scrutinized and crucial decision an NFL owner and coach have to make. It can make or break a team…
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Jan 28th, 2011 | Filed under
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Normally, I don’t advocate a player returning for their senior year. The reason is that usually players don’t improve much from their junior to their senior seasons. By the end of their third season, a player is usually developed physically and k…
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