Reaction Thread: The Cincinnati Bengals Select Jermaine Gresham
by jsl413 on Apr 22, 2010 9:47 PM EDT
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PrintWell, folks, what we all have known for hours has finally come true. Unfortunately, Dez Bryant was still on the draft board. But, per the Cincinnati Bengals' Twitter account, we found out 10 minutes early that the Bengals would be picking Jermaine Gresham. The Broncos just moved up to #22, quickly submitting the pick (Dez Bryant won't even be the first WR picked), swapping with the Patriots.
Here's my take: I hope the Bengals use Gresham correctly. Reports from Enquirer insiders are that the Bengals plan to use him primarily as a red zone threat. If this exhibits itself this season, I'll be greatly disappointed with the pick. There are 5 tight ends in this draft that can block and catch passes in the red zones just as well as Gresham will be able to. Gresham brings some speed that can stretch the field, which is something unique to the tight end position and Gresham's skillset. I hope the guy thrives here, but what we're hearing isn't so promising.
He is a great red zone threat, and a great athlete, but he needs some refinement at the pro level. He'll have to improve his blocking. He'll have to stay healthy after showing some durability issues in the knees. Gresham is the 4th Sooner drafted in the first round.
My secondary concern is that the Bengals are passing over Dez Bryant, a top-5 talent by many accounts, that also fits a need. If Bryant is a perennial Pro-Bowler, this is going to haunt the Bengals for a long time. I'm also worried that Gresham won't be the best tight end drafted this year, especially if durability concerns haunt him.
Reedy has the early word from Coach Lewis: 1) There are no concerns over Gresham's health. Remember, last year he was a top-5 ranked talent. 2) "Great talent, very young guy, still a lot more upside."
From Cincinnati Bengals' Twitter: "Gives us more options right away. Plays our physical style." - Bratkowski
What he brings: Though he provides little as a run blocker and there is a concern about the knee injury that cost him th entire 2009 season, Gresham has bounced back well and turned in a very strong pro day. At 6-foot-5, he runs like a deer and has excellent range as a receiving tight end. He should pose a threat in the vertical passing game over the middle for years to come. Video analysis:
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How he fits: Daniel Coats contributed only 16 catches last season with numerous drops and Chase Coffman missed all of his rookie season with an ankle injury and cannot yet be counted on as a downfield threat. Gresham will provide the ability to stretch the middle of the field and open up what was a diminished passing attack a year ago. The Bengals were expected to opt for a tight end and Gresham is the best in this class. - ESPN
Tight end was the one position the Bengals simply had to upgrade in this draft and they do it by selecting the clear-cut best player at that position in Gresham. If Gresham had come out a year ago or hadn't torn his ACL this previous season, he would have been a top 10 pick. The fact that the Bengals took Gresham over Dez Bryant speaks volumes about how they feel about the former Oklahoma Sooner. - SI
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He better be
He better be the best damned TE in the history of mankind. That is all.
It makes sense for us to have a TE who can catch since we play a lot of 2 TE sets anyways. This a great fit for the new Bengals.
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Apr 23, 2010 12:27 AM EDT up reply actions
If they let him stretch the field.
If he gets on the field. If he can block. If he’s not just thrown to in the Red Zone. I’m hopeful, but we’ll see.
I'll reserve judgment until we see him on the field...
the dude has skills. Let’s hope they get him the damn ball.
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
I'm on board.
Don’t get me wrong, I REALLY wanted Dez, but I will NOT hate on a TE with Jermaine’s ability.
Gresham wouldn't be.
There’s nothing wrong with getting the best player at a position every now and then. ;)
I'll give him a chance.
He was my fourth or fifth choice, and for the sake of the team, I hope he does well.
This is fricken stupid. Why the hell pass on a top 5 talent for an injured TE. Stupid pick. Another injured TE that cant block. Cant wait to see him on the IR this year
yeah he can't blcok
what do you know things the pros that say he’ll be an effective blocker knows??
Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr-esham is Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr-eat!
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
we'll be able to tell who was the better pick in Week 1
let’s hope Gresham has 3 TDs up in Foxboro.
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
I don't think the pick is awful....
I just felt they could have gone so many other ways.
Maybe he can catch all those balls that Coats dropped.
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
Just remember!
Gresham was a top 5 ranked talent last year.
“’he’s a better blocker than Dallas (Clark) right now”
Just remember!
Gresham was a top 5 ranked talent last year.
“’he’s a better blocker than Dallas (Clark) right now”
More quotes.
joereedy
More Bratkowski on Gresham: "He’ll be given that opportunity (to start). What happens is up to him.
If he can't beat out the TEs on our roster,
something is seriously wrong.
"Ryan, Things in here don't react too well to bullets." - Marko Ramius
he better start and better be fucking great. Rookie of the year was just drafted by Dallas
by ochocinco4pres on Apr 22, 2010 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions
+1
Better the Cowboys than the Ravens.
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Apr 23, 2010 12:29 AM EDT up reply actions
Romo wasn't and hasn't been the problem
He proved that last year. They got beat cause their D couldn’t do shit against Minnesota. And now Romo has another potentially-great weapon.
Because he NEVER got popped playing in the Big 12...
You know, the conference that had the first FOUR picks of the NFL draft?
Let's look at this rationally
and identify the assumptions for what they are.
1. Gresham can’t block. This is based on nothing. He was used in a system where he didn’t have to much, but to assume that he flat-out can’t is a reach, and to say that he can’t even learn is ludicrous.
2. We won’t use a TE in a worthwhile role. Okay, so we haven’t in the past. So what? Before last year, had we run the ball as much as we did? The system changes from year to year.
Take away those complaints, and what do you have? You have an exceptional talent filling a role that has the potential to be a game changer for our offense.
Coaches say he blocked decently at OU.
He doesn’t need to be a great blocker. That’s not the job of a TE. He was a top-5 ranked talent last year.
The concern #2 here is based on what we’ve heard from the Bengals. Word is, they want him in the red zone. If they don’t use him to stretch the field, that’s useless.
RE
Take away those complaints, and what do you have?
You can’t just take those arguments away though. It’s like saying if the Bengals didn’t lose six games last year, they’d have gone undefeated. I mean, they are legitimate points.
That said, I’ll accept that the team’s offensive philosophy will change and if that’s the case, and then they use him, then this will be a very good pick.
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by Josh Kirkendall on Apr 22, 2010 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions
My point is that those complaints are based on assumptions.
“It’s like saying that if the Bengals didn’t lose six games last year, they’d have gone undefeated.”
Okay, well then saying they won’t use a TE in a worthwhile role because they haven’t in the past, is like saying they won’t get a playoff win because they haven’t in the past.
Well, they haven't...
:)
Hey look, this is how I see it. Gresham is the best TE in the draft and if the team elects to use him, fine. As I was telling Chris, if Dez were off the board, then this would have been the best pick for them. But in all honesty, if the team uses him like they’re already saying they will, encouraged by his physical play and blocking ability (which the Bengals coaches say are very strong), then this is a great pick.
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by Josh Kirkendall on Apr 22, 2010 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah I completely agree with that.
I’m disappointed we didn’t take Dez, but Gresham is definitely a pick that I can get behind. Of the players available, Gresham would have been my second choice.
RE:
Yep, I’m with ya man.
I’m just trying to put off my crow eating for as long as possible. Lol
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by Josh Kirkendall on Apr 22, 2010 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Told you guys.
Gresham was our pick, sorry for ruining the suspense :(
uuuh yeah I write for the Cincinnati Enquirer. Thanks?
You're hired!
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by Josh Kirkendall on Apr 22, 2010 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
:)
He is going to be the primary blocker for us and that makes no sense to me.
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
WTF!!!!!!
I AM REALLY UPSET!!!! THIS WAS TOTALLY A MIKE BROWN PICK!!!!
by sgiridharan1982 on Apr 22, 2010 10:07 PM EDT reply actions
No character issues
Not a bad trend for the Bengals. Solid talent, high production, no drama.
by NY Bengals Fan on Apr 22, 2010 10:13 PM EDT reply actions
So, this tells me the Bengals aren't interested in WR in this draft.
Maybe at 3b or in rd 4. I predict a rd. 2 safety, rd 3 DL/WR, rd 4 WR/OL
Dez Bryant will probably be a star
Gresham will be solid….which would want
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
If we got Mays in Round 2, that would be a minor miracle.
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Apr 23, 2010 12:34 AM EDT up reply actions
With this happening, all signs point to us with our 3rd round comp pick selecting Riley Cooper WR/Florida
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maybe Golden Tate will slip to us in the 2nd?
doubtful but this draft is a little wacky right now
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
Riley Cooper WR/Florida
We are going to address other needs, and Riley Cooper is our WR that we want.
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Why?
I have no idea. It makes 0 sense to me as well.
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Don’t question the man…he did pick Gresham after all.
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Apr 23, 2010 12:35 AM EDT up reply actions
yes
him and aaron hernandez were the top two targets for Timmy this year
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Stats
51 receptions
964 yards
9 TD’s
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
trying to figure that out
One name I have been hearing… Brandon Spikes LB/Florida
But I am trying to get some information
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions
you and I both
I perfer Eric Decker over any WR now. I think he is most NFL ready.
I have heard three names from two people.
Taylor Mays
The Cornerback from Indiana PA
Brandon Spikes
But these are sketchy sources and not the official ones, they are tied up still so I might not know until tomorrow.
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
yes and no
Maualuga was almost a lock in the first round, Mays was being talked about as a second round pick, now if a team like Cleveland bypasses him I think he could free fall because of Nate Allen, Major Wright and Morgan Burnett.
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Tate>>>>than both
but I don’t think he’ll be available…..he is a steve smith type
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
Tate is going to Tampa unless somebody trades up.
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by "Mr. NC-17" on Apr 22, 2010 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Im nervous
Im nervous we picked him over dez and demyrius and hell even taylor mays but I hope he pans out because we do need a tight end bad!!! WHO DEY!!!
We'd better trade up and take Mays in the 2nd.. this is bull
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Apr 22, 2010 10:22 PM EDT reply actions
+1
a TE in the first round and he can’t even block……..
he better be the next Gates
by Greener's eyes on Apr 22, 2010 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
We'd better trade up and take Mays in the 2nd.. this is bull
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Apr 22, 2010 10:22 PM EDT reply actions
Not a bad pick
Does anyone remember drops by our TE’s in the red zone??? Granted Dez was best available, but this team is badly in need of a TE, AND a new off coordinator. I am happy with the pick, would LOVE to see Mays in the second round, anyone think Gilyard could go fall to us in the 3rd?
We're killing it brothers
Literally, I guess. Lol
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by Josh Kirkendall on Apr 22, 2010 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks Don. :)
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by Josh Kirkendall on Apr 22, 2010 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
red zone
I can dig that philosophy. Who did Carson throw to in the endzone a lot last year to only have another missed opportunity? The TE. I think they feel more comfortable w our wideouts….more so than TE for sure. get em AB! Luckily Dalls nabbed Dez before the Ravens could. That is almost better news than if we actually did get Dez.
by quickslant on Apr 22, 2010 10:32 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
what do you guys think of CinBengals twitter announcing the pick
Before the ’fins pick was even announced?
Jets D is going to be unreal..
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Apr 22, 2010 10:37 PM EDT reply actions
Bad taste...
I think we all have a bad taste in our mouths from the previous year of TE ineptitude… I guess the thinking is among us that if TE has never worked for us before, we should never waste a first rounder on one – especially (gasp) one with an injury history… wasn’t Dez the bad-boy everyone thought the Bengals would take?
Whatever. I like the pick. He looks like a beast on film. I hope both him and Coffman get on the field and wreak havoc on AFC North safetys. (Please, Brat). WHO DEY!
by nashville_chris on Apr 22, 2010 10:38 PM EDT reply actions
I see so many studs getting drafting all over the place
and the Bengals didnt get a stud…they got a solid player but nothing special
I am not feeling good about this
Slower Traffic Keep Right!
From NFL.com
Tight end was the one position the Bengals simply had to upgrade in this draft and they do it by selecting the clear-cut best player at that position in Gresham. If Gresham had come out a year ago or hadn’t torn his ACL this previous season, he would have been a top 10 pick. The fact that the Bengals took Gresham over Dez Bryant speaks volumes about how they feel about the former Oklahoma Sooner.
I totally understand this concern
but Brat does what Marvin tells him to do (see: 2009 running focus). If this is a Marvin pick, then I’m guessing he’ll tell Brat to incorporate the TE more.
No,
he does what he wants to do…
I had this convo before and it makes sense. Brat is MB boy and runs the Offense the way he sees fit. ML comes up with the game plan and Brat prepares for it.
That is why ML wants more control over the team….
RE:
Actually Jaegner is right.
Marvin made it a point to establish the team’s rushing philosophy in 2009. And in Hard Knocks, Marvin clearly showed that he controls the play calls when he chooses to call them.
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by Josh Kirkendall on Apr 22, 2010 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions
What I meant to say is
Marvin game plans for the game and it’s up to Brat to follow the game plan. Brat makes the play calls, which are not Marvin’s calls, it’s Brats calls. The philosophy of running the ball was Marvin’s GAME PLAN and Brat calls the plays, right?
But I’m sure they talk during game time…. not all of the time time though.
If Marvin calls the plays then what the hell are we bitching about Brat for? Doesn’t make sense…..Things are not actually factual on Hard Knocks, showing Marvin has control. Apparently he doesn’t have to much b/c he wants Brat gone (its no secret) and said he wanted more control… Control of what?.. Emmmmmm
So let's keep perspective here.
This is a year where we had the luxury to complain that we might have picked the wrong guy. Bryant or Gresham would have both been good picks. The fact that Bryant was still available and we’re complaining about it just says we’re at a plce where we’re a little spoiled as fans. Gresham could be a perennial pro bowler and the Bengals have pretty good depth at WR. TE was a much bigger need, and Gresham was one of the BPA. Had he come out last year or not been hurt, he could have gone top 10.
I mean, they're picking at 21.
It’s not like they passed up Carson Palmer for Ryan Leaf. They knew what they wanted to target, and they got it.
No wins in a playoff game since!??? Let's be fair here.
I don’t think we’re spoiled, but I’m wondering what # Graham’s going to choose. Might have to get that jersey…
You sold me for now...
But if this car is a lemon, for what ever reason, Brat, the knees(injury thing), or what ever else, I’m holding you personally responsible…….
Fair enough :)
I have to be positive. I want to be positive. I like Gresham, I liked Bryant. But Gresham is the pick and now he’s the newest member of my favorite team :)
I was disappointed at first
I wanted depth at DL or Dez, but imagine if Bratkowski gets creative and uses this guy as an occasional 3rd or 4th receiver. He will be unstoppable.
or more likely play action to Gresham running up the seem … and he actually catches the ball for an easy TD!
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Apr 23, 2010 12:40 AM EDT up reply actions
Let's get one thing clear
Jermaine Gresham most certainly IS a stud. When you’re 6-5" 270, are a hands catcher, and run a 4.65 40, you’re a hell of an athlete. When you can also block and return to 100% from a potentially devastating injury, you’re a stud. We’ve got one. Just up to Brat- or Marvin overruling Brat, to use him. This guy is a top ten talent.
by IgnatiusJReilly on Apr 22, 2010 10:55 PM EDT reply actions
Rumors were
that at Oklahoma State, Bryant always had to line up on the OSU sideline side of the formation, so that the coaches could make sure he had some idea of what the play was at each snap. That doesn’t bode well.
by IgnatiusJReilly on Apr 22, 2010 10:58 PM EDT reply actions
He probably won’t fall past SF
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Apr 23, 2010 12:41 AM EDT up reply actions
time will tell on the Gresham
But I think this guy is a stud! It also fills our most glaring weakness.
I’m just as unhappy with the pick as I was with every idiot (and I use that word without the slightest reservation) who kept mocking him to us. Even though they were right, it was STILL a stupid pick. Because BratWorst will not have a clue how to use him.
Now in 2011, if BratWorst’s long overdue departure is finally a reality, then maybe it will actually turn out to be a good pick after all. But for this year? Not unless Brat is actually Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and he can figure out some way to get rid of idiot Brat in time for the season.
Is it possible that Brat hasn’t known what to do with our tight ends because they’ve been absolute shit? Kelly(block first, 0 Pro Bowls), Foschi(FA), Coats(FA)….anyone worthy of incorporating heavily into the gameplan? I hate Brat just as much as the next guy, but I’ll have to put this one on management for ignoring this position for so long. Not that I hold much beneath the Bengals, but it would be utter lunacy to draft Gresham in the 1st, then use him like the aforementioned duds as you might suggest. I really do think they find a way to get him the ball and the offense improves quite a bit as a result.
IF you’re right, I’ll be quite happy about it. But I just don’t see Brat having enough brains to pull it off.
Guess we’ll find out in about six months.
w all due respect FB
We gave our TEs last year plenty of opps. Esp in the redzone… Now imagine of one were worth anything.
by quickslant on Apr 23, 2010 1:43 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Welcome to the Jungle Jermaine!
Whats done is done, happy to have him.
What are we comparing him too...
The 4 pro bowl selections from 2010 (Career Averages):
- Antonio Gates (4 catches for 57 yards per game and 8 TDs per year)
- Heath Miller (3 catches for 35 yards per game and 5 TDs per year)
- Vernon Davis (3 catches for 37 yards per game and 6 TDs per year)
- Jason Witten (5 catches for 54 yards per game and 4 TDs per year)
Let’s keep in mind that all four of these tight ends have played in almost every game of their pro career. If we don’t think that JG can meet those expectations then we made the wrong pick. If he can perform like a pro bowler…then what more could you ask for from your 1st rounder? Oh yeah, JG is bigger and faster than all of the above…just an FYI!!!
Got 'em
For all of the funny guys who say the Bengals don’t like to use TE’s as receivers and it’s absolutely mandatory they be maulers in the run game….can you please explain the acquisitions of Utecht and Coffman? Both clear attempts at developing a pass catching threat, but half-assed attempts nonetheless. Finally, the best fudgin’ TE in the draft who I predict will give us plenty to forget about the marginal talent we’ve been rolling with since the above average Tony McGee.
Yeah, Dez Bryant was the sexual pick, but I really didn’t see them going that route after giving Antonio the big bucks. And keep in mind: Plenty of other teams passed on Dez. Pretty good indication that his personality was enough to discount the ridiculous sh*t he did on the field. Cheer up, Bengal fans. We did the right thing….pretty sure.
Dez or Jermaine
When the Bengals signed Antonio Bryant that placed Jermaine ahead of Dez on their board. They only would have gone with Dez if Jermaine had been gone by #21.
I like the pick
Gresham gives us what Dez doesn’t – a threat in the middle. Dez is an outside receiver which would be great for us 2 years down the road but with Ocho and Bryant on the outside, his playing time at this stage would be pretty limited.
However, Gresham gives us a threat in the middle that we haven’t had since TJ left and that Palmer relies on when no one is open on the outside. Besides the ability to stretch the field, he’s also perfect for 3rd zone and Red Zone play. He creates mismatches and his physical gifts are off the wall. No longer will both safeties be able to sit in the back as the LBs take the TEs out of the game. That will free up Bryant and Ocho as well. At 6’5, 270, long arms, sure hands and running a 4.65-4.7 40, your talking about an exceptional athlete.
There are thoughts going around that he can’t block but that’s not true. He won’t be as good a blocker as Reggie Kelly but he doesn’t need to be. The strength is there, the technique is there and it’ll only get better. If the Bengals staff didn’t think he could block, he wouldn’t have been taken in the first round but given that Hayes says he’s already a good blocker, I highly doubt that assumption is correct.
The other thing is he is a sound character guy. I just have to hope that Bratkowski utilizes him properly and I have to assume that he’ll adapt to do it because if he wasn’t, they wouldn’t have taken him in the first round.
Coffman was the best receiving TE last year.
by Shaun Rought on Apr 23, 2010 7:37 AM EDT up reply actions
Yes, he was, but he also came from a spread offense where he never once put his hand on the ground. Gresham comes from a pro style offense where he did in line blocking quite a bit. He understands the technique and can adjust easier than Coffman could given that Coffman never once did it. That’s a pretty big difference. Also, the Bengals drafted Coffman as a project whereas they drafted Gresham as a starter which goes to show that they think infinitely more of Gresham’s blocking ability than the “scouts”.
Coffman was more a WR than a TE whereas Gresham is a legit TE. Gresham is also stronger and a gym rat. That being said, look for the Bengals to use Gresham and Coffman in 2 TE sets at some point this year. That could be dangerous with the hands they both have.
I would of liked this pick if the scouting reports were’t the same as Chase Coffmans. Great Hands, good speed, not a good route running and can’t block.
i wanted dez there...
at 21 you have the chance to take the best player available and it would have also filled a need. is gresham a good player? absolutely… but i have a feeling we could have gotten as good a player for our system in grabowski later. bryant is going to be a stud and his character “question marks” are a joke… he’s going to stay out of trouble and be a beast in the nfl.
moving on…
Running out to frontyard laughing! -Fat Vegas Alan
1. We already have a few quality receivers
2. Our tight ends might be the worst in the NFL
3. For a guy who was supposedly a top 5 talent, the character “question marks” sure scared off plenty of teams. Not even the first WR taken.
So are you saying you have more in-depth knowledge on Dez Bryant and his personality than the teams that brought him in for an interview?
i'm not pissed that we took gresham, i just don't think he's going to a.) be used correctly or b.) stay healthy
if a top 5 guy falls to you at 21 you should take him. especially when you have depth concerns at that position and he’s a guy who will contribute right away (and be really good for a really long time).
i’m beginning to think that just about everybody has a character concern and it’s time to get over that. it’s not like dez killed somebody. plus chad will be a good mentor to a young guy like that. did we expect leon hall to get a dui? no… did we expect maualuga to get arrested too? no… it is going to happen to guys you expect just as much as it does to those you don’t. why not take the guy who was supposed to go IN THE TOP 5 to fill a position of need and get a TE later with one of your 2 third round picks?
my ideal situation would have been to take a d-lineman but that didn’t happen either.
now i’m really moving on. what’s done is done and i’m going to root for our draft pick. cool?
Running out to frontyard laughing! -Fat Vegas Alan
groovy
i don’t think Marvin wants another diva wideout, or we would have grabbed TO over AB. and i actually applaud him for acquiring players he believes fit his system.
Last year was the first time Marvin’s desired identity was on display, and that foundation is still in tact. His goal was to assemble a team that can win the division, which is the quickest route to the playoffs.
Look, we have a pretty damn good receiving corps, Antonio Bryant’s no joke. So not only do we have the Ochocinco, but AB and now Gresham dramatically enhance our pass game. Imagine how our power run game will compliment this receiving trio.
(And don’t give up on Coffman and Caldwell and Quasby working the slot.)
3 yards and a pile of dust
by Hudepohl Dey on Apr 23, 2010 9:07 AM EDT up reply actions
I think this means that Simpson gets a chance too. Obviously it’s his last chance for the Bengals, but we all know that the guy has skills. It’s just a matter of getting on the field.
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Apr 23, 2010 10:23 AM EDT up reply actions
How can you not like this pick? of all the position for this team this was one spot that was a MUST! They have not had a legit threat at TE since R. Holman….why not take the best guy on the board? They now have an opportunity to really add some depth at several positions & I think its very possible that Mays slips bc teams feel he’s stiff in his hips and it hurts his ability in coverage….There are still several quality WR & DB’s to be had in the 3rd round too…and don’t forget that T.O.‘s price tag is going to have to drop…I wont be surprised if he’s a Bengal this year.
I am surprised that nobody obejcts to Baluga being passed on
I am OK with Gresham but the have to follow him up with a slot receiver as contrary to popular belief that was the biggest weakness in our O not TE. If we can grab McCluster for the slot the Carson will have no – zero – excuses. We will also find out if he is the Carson we think he is. Caldwell is not suited to the slot position – he is a natural flanker.
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- UPDATE: Charlie Sheen didn’t buy Lawrence Taylor’s Super Bowl ring
