NFL Draft Open Thread

Submitted by Captain on

Let the party begin, first up Carolina. 

Who they should draft:  Patrick Peterson.

Who they will draft:  Cam Newton.

My anticipated reaction:  myarrrghidontlikethatguy.

M-Wolverine

April 28th, 2011 at 9:23 PM ^

Fearsome D-Line...that could be a great pick for the Lions.
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Va Azul

April 28th, 2011 at 9:23 PM ^

I'm probably the only one who was hoping for almost anyone except Prince Amukamura.  I just haven't been impressed with his actual game performance.  That being said, I don't really get Nick Fairley with Williams and Hill on the roster.

dennisblundon

April 28th, 2011 at 9:26 PM ^

Why is the Lions as an organization seem to focus so much on one position group? I like the pick but I am assuming you may have had some needs in other areas. If he pans out you will have a pretty bad ass D-line though.

enlightenedbum

April 28th, 2011 at 9:34 PM ^

To clarify: lineplay on both sides of the ball.  I was hoping for an offensive lineman or Prince because the defensive line is already really strong, but there's something to be said for just being the best at one particular thing.  This would make pass rush from the front four that thing.  And should stop the run fairly well.  Basically if he can stay on the field, you'll have Fairley, Williams, and Vandenbosch single blocked.  That's, um, acceptable.

MGoRob

April 28th, 2011 at 9:28 PM ^

Fairley did not seem happy to be picked by the Lions.  That makes me sad.  Show some f'ing enthusiasm, you just got picked by an NFL team that WANTS you.  Grumble.

yoopergoblue

April 28th, 2011 at 9:33 PM ^

I agree that he didn't look too happy walking up to the stage and shaking Goodell's hand.  I honestly don't understand how he could not be happy getting to play alongside Suh, Vandenbosch, Williams, and Avril.  I trust Schwartz and Mayhew on this one.