ROTB Community Mock Draft: With the 28th Overall Pick, the Philadelphia Eagles Select...
by Hawkwind on Apr 7, 2009 6:55 AM MDT
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PrintWilliam Beatty (OT), Conneticut
6'6", 307
As mentioned during the Eagles previous pick at 21, offensive tackle is a
primary need with 2008 starter Tra Thomas signing a 3 year deal with Jacksonville. Beatty, typically rated as the 5th or 6th best tackle on most draft boards, fills a glaring need for Philadelphia and is not too far of a reach for the 28th overall pick.
Positives: Beatty's got good length and has an ideal frame. Great athleticism paired with quick, agile feet have helped him become an excellent pass protector. He has good lateral quickness and his mobile enough to pull and get to the second level. Three years of starting experience combined with a great character provide Beatty with solid intangibles.
Negatives: Beatty's a finesse blocker who excels in pass protection but isn't overly aggressive or punishing in the run game. He needs to get stronger and could be more effective if he added 20 pounds of bulk. His lack of great size leaves him suseptible to bull rushes from larger defenders.
Many thanks to AJBirdWatcher for submitting this pick. The Giants and ianbbc02 are now on the clock (e-mail to revengeofthebirds@gmail.com), with the Titans and Giannaros on deck. If anyone needs to refresh their memory on the draft order, check here.
Also guys, we're going to try to squeeze in a second round before the weekend of the draft so be ready with your picks. I'm going to try and send reminder emails to everyone in advance of your pick. Thanks to everyone, the involvement has been great.
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Hadn't thought of that when I sent that pick in last weekend
All that talent and they were still middle of the pack in the Big East last year.
by AJ BirdWatcher on Apr 7, 2009 7:21 AM MDT up reply actions
he's only the second so far
Donald Brown and Darius Butler are first round talents but their still on the board, aren’t they?
oh wait, butler has been selected so Beatty is the third
It’ll be interesting to see if Brown last past our pick at 31.
3 is still a lot from a uconn team known for basketball.
Yeah you’re right. I think I’m confusing draft selections with possible Cards selections.
interesting pick
the iggles pick is an interesting one because there is so many ways in which they may go.
Never do card tricks for the group you play poker with.
Was tougher than the RB pick at 21
I know they need a tackle, but I didn’t predict 5 others to go in the first.
I was also very tempted to go with Pettigrew.
by AJ BirdWatcher on Apr 7, 2009 4:40 PM MDT up reply actions
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