Arizona Cardinals Potential Draft Pick: Brandon Pettigrew

by Andrew602 on Mar 14, 2009 10:16 AM MDT in 2009 Draft Comment 7 comments

Brandon Pettigrew (TE) Oklahoma State

Height & Weight: 6'5, 257 lbs.

Combine Results:

40-Yard Dash: 4.80
Bench Press: 22
Vertical Jump: 33
Broad Jump: 09'10"
20-Yard Shuttle: 4.37
3-Cone Drill: 7.12

Positives: Brandon Pettigrew is an absolute beast for a tight end. Over 6'5, and he still has more room to grow (muscle). Has an impressive frame and muscular build. Most tight ends are catch-happy, while Pettigrew loves to block, and is freakishly strong at that. Excels at blocking for the running game. Uses natural strength to move defenders. Has an unusual quickness for his size, and can run through defenders effectively. Has sure hands and watches to see if the ball is secure first, before running with it. Will move a pile of defenders and truck any oncoming. He runs like a bull, and will often challenge a defender. Pettigrew has a tremendous upside, and is the most complete tight end in the draft.

Negatives: Brandon may use his natural skills more then polishing areas for improvement. He hasn't developed as a down-field threat yet, and may not command any double teams. Needs to improve overall on his receiving skills. May have character issues. Was arrested for a felony charge of assault and battery of a police officer in 2008. May not be NFL-durable as an ankle injury ruined his chance to blossom in 2008.

Overview: Pettigrew's stats were anything but spectacular in college and it may seem like a surprise that he is the top tight end in the draft. However, his size, strength, and natural skill make it hard to pass on him. His few areas of improvement seem like they will eventually come to him, and if he can avoid any character/attitude issues, he will be the next star tight end in the NFL.

Projected Round: Mid - Late 1st Round

Why he should be a Cardinal and how he will fit into the Cardinals offense...

Why he should be a Cardinal: Brandon Pettigrew should be a Cardinal because he will fill a hole that the Cardinals have had for years...tight end. He would vastly improve the running game and develop well along side the other tight ends on the roster. Pettigrew will not only improve the offensive line, but will also serve as another weapon to Kurt Warner.

How he will fit into the offense: Pettigrew probably wouldn't start for the Cardinals, but he would get a large amount of playing time serving as a back-up. Pettigrew would ideally be used on special teams. He would also be used in short-yardage situations, as his blocking skills would be needed. His sure-hands would come in handy in the redzone, as Kurt Warner has shown that he likes to throw to tight ends in that situation. Pettigrew was also on the receiving end of a lot of dump-off passes in college, and could be used for that same reason as a security for Kurt Warner.

Similar NFL Players: Vernon Davis, Ben Watson, Daniel Graham

Player Quote:

I catch the ball well, block well too. I think that I could use work on running better routes. I'd rather block...and catch. If I had to pick one I'd say that I'd rather block...My goal is to just go as high as possible. I'll be blessed wherever I end up going.

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Now THAT'S a TE!

That’s somebody who needs to be a Cardinal.

by CardsFan08 on Mar 14, 2009 11:33 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Pettigrew would be my pick

I don’t know how the Cards’ brass feel about the running backs in this year’s draft class, but I know that RB is a significant need for them, especially considering that as of right now, all we’re looking at is Hightower. If they aren’t super high on those backs though, I would really like to see them pick Pettigrew. I think he would augment the running game and would be that stabilizing force for several years. Nonetheless, I still don’t think that he’ll be there at 31.

by bcloirao on Mar 14, 2009 12:09 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

TE in middle rounds

The Cardinals have TE as good as this guy already,dont waste your pick on a TE until the 5 round or later. The Cards have much more pressing needs than a TE, the team needs a center ,a pass rusher ,a corner back running back ,linebackers, and safeties before they need a TE. I like Jared Cook and I think he will be there in the 5 round.

by RowdyReno on Mar 14, 2009 7:01 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Not a Bull runner

I watched some film on this guy and he constantly keeps getting knocked down by one guy.Guys that are 50 to 60 pounds smaller than this guy are crushing him,guys that are that much smaller should be hanging on to him as he runs them over.I also didnt see any great blocking technique in the videos, . This guy may fall to the 2 or late 2 round,and if he does, he maybe worth looking at for the Cardinals,but he is not a 1 rounder.

by RowdyReno on Mar 15, 2009 11:40 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

i still have faith in pope!!

Dodgers - 2008 NL West Champions
Cardinals - 2008 NFC Champions

by wongy on Mar 15, 2009 5:31 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

TE is not an early round need

TE is a position you can easily pick up in the later rounds 5-7. What the Cards need in a TE is one that can block first. I actually have hopes that Spach and Patrick will be more consistant in thier blocking assignments this year. I see them looking to an OLB -English, Sintim, or Maybin-in the first round, (Chike will be a FA next year) Center in the second, RB in third (I could see them switching the order of the RB and Center depending on how the draft goes but there is depth at both although the RB is not as impressive as last year’s but I think A. Brown, Green, or Jennings could all develope into solid pros. D. Brown earlier gives you someone who is able to play minutes earlier but he is becoming a 1st round pick. A good pass rusher is hard to find and there are a few OLB that should be available when the cards pick at 31 that I think cannot be passed up. I really like Wood at Center at 63.) and then DL in the 4th. (Finding a good DE for the 5 technique is not easy and takes some development.) I would like to see Branch get cut and the Cards pick a NT as a project but they may give Branch another year. 5-7 are depth at LB, OL/NT project, and TE. That’s my take.

MBN

by mbn on Mar 15, 2009 11:07 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs