tOfficial 2014 NFL Draft Discussion Thread + Countdown

[RegentDenali]

Paul Richardson:

He finished his career with 13 receptions over 50 yards and is the receptions leader at the University of Colorado with 83. He sits second on the touchdowns list (after Scotty McKnight). Saying that Richardson had the greatest season for a receiver in Colorado history is far from a stretch, it's accurate.

Richardson has the speed and explosiveness to be a solid starter in the NFL and could contribute in year one if he lands in the right situation.



Love the pick. He's exactly the type of WR the Seahawks like. Could be a very solid replacement for Golden Tate in the longterm.

 

[seahawksfan234]

Paul Richardson:

He finished his career with 13 receptions over 50 yards and is the receptions leader at the University of Colorado with 83. He sits second on the touchdowns list (after Scotty McKnight). Saying that Richardson had the greatest season for a receiver in Colorado history is far from a stretch, it's accurate.

Richardson has the speed and explosiveness to be a solid starter in the NFL and could contribute in year one if he lands in the right situation.



Love the pick. He's exactly the type of WR the Seahawks like. Could be a very solid replacement for Golden Tate in the longterm.

I like the pick, he's a terrific route runner. For all of the flashy plays Golden Tate gave the Seahawks he struggled to get open, Richardson should offer the Seahawks a WR who can get separation on a routine basis.

 

[RobToxin]

If he is still there, I think Houston's QB will end up being Aaron Murray.

 

[HammerDown]

Take a RB here Titans.

 

[RegentDenali]

"That's a Pete Carroll pick right there. Richardson is pure speed; think of a poor man's DeSean Jackson. Richardson can take the lid off a defense. The Seahawks just got a bunch of speed." -- Mike Mayock

STRENGTHS Jab steps and accelerates into routes. Fluid and field fast. Chews up ground with long strides. Stretches the field vertically and can run under deep throws. Can drive off corners, break off and work back to the quarterback. Can extend to pluck off his frame. Shows he's capable of making the spectacular grab. Productive despite a poor supporting cast. Has a 38-inch vertical jump.

WEAKNESSES Is very lean. Needs to bulk up and get stronger. Has been injured and durability could be an issue. Vulnerable to the jam. Does not separate consistently -- needs to become a more refined, deceptive route runner. Average burst out of breaks. Lets some throws into his body and drops throws he shouldn't. Gets out-muscled at the catch point for 50-50 balls. Limited run strength. Underpowered blocker.

BOTTOM LINE Very lean, narrow-framed, finesse "X" receiver who made an immediate impact at Colorado before knee injuries derailed his progress. Measurables will go a long way in determining his ultimate draft value, and his success at the next level is dependent upon his ability to make plays in the vertical passing game. Has a boom-or-bust element. Size and durability are question marks.

 

[Texas Jefe]

Yikes, girlfriend sighting

 

[Texas Jefe]

Sankey to the Titans!

 

[HammerDown]

YES!!!

Absolutely delighted with the draft so far.

 

[seahawksfan234]

Great pick by the Titans. Bishop Sankey has a bright future ahead of him, reminds me a lot of LeSean McCoy.

 

[RobToxin]

Take a RB here Titans.

Wish granted.

 

[RegentDenali]

Bishop Sankey to the Titans. You got yourself a serious workhorse there Hammer. Enjoy.

 

[Shanemansj13]

1st RB taken

 

[Texas Jefe]

first running back taken. He kind of reminds me of Emmitt Smith back in the day

 

[seahawksfan234]

Looking forward to seeing Bishop Sankey tear it up in the NFL. Great pick by the Titans.

 

[HammerDown]

Couldn't be happier. Now we get a bonus 4th too.

 

[HammerDown]

My next choice is a big, bad DE or DT to go along with Jurrelle Casey.

 

[Texas Jefe]

run on running backs now?

 

[Texas Jefe]

I thought that was going to happen

 

[HammerDown]

 

[RegentDenali]

Titans just got one hell of a RB. Sankey just gets it done.