You know all the seniors will try. Rumor has it that Jimmy Smith might go early.
From all the chatter, all signs point to Jimmy testing the waters. Most of his best friends on the team were seniors this year. If he's told that he projects 4th round or higher, he's likely gone. With the NFL probably having a new CBA for 2011 that includes a hard cap with slotted salaries for draft picks, a 4th round contract in 2010 may be as valuable as a late 2nd/early 3rd contract in 2011. So it comes down to where he'd be slotted and whether a senior year at CU could improve his draft status to the point it made a tangible financial difference.
No one else will leave early.
Our DB depth will be scary if Jimmy leave early...as if we don't have enough to worry about. :huh:
Geer and Cha'pelle should get a shot with someone. I'm struggling to think anyone else has a real chance. Not sure Smart or Mohler move on and I don't know that Burton will catch on as a 265lb linebacker.
Geer maybe depending on which teams need a TE or think they convert him to play on the OL.
I got slammed on the Rivals board for suggesting the coaches dropped the ball in developing this kid. He should definitely be higher on the draft board at TE.
Geer is a bit too slow for TE in the NFL imo. He'd also be a project to move to the OL. I think he could convert into a HBack.
I got slammed on the Rivals board for suggesting the coaches dropped the ball in developing this kid. He should definitely be higher on the draft board at TE.
I hope you're correct.He's got a big frame and he's got soft hands and he makes clutch catches. I think he'd fit on the right team. It seems like the wildcat is coming into vogue and doesn't seem to utilize the TE though Im not really sure about that. If true then it will be tough sledding for the TEs breaking into the NFL over the next few years.
From all the chatter, all signs point to Jimmy testing the waters. Most of his best friends on the team were seniors this year. If he's told that he projects 4th round or higher, he's likely gone. With the NFL probably having a new CBA for 2011 that includes a hard cap with slotted salaries for draft picks, a 4th round contract in 2010 may be as valuable as a late 2nd/early 3rd contract in 2011. So it comes down to where he'd be slotted and whether a senior year at CU could improve his draft status to the point it made a tangible financial difference.
No one else will leave early.
I got slammed on the Rivals board for suggesting the coaches dropped the ball in developing this kid. He should definitely be higher on the draft board at TE.
I just don't see JSmith getting drafted very high if he leaves early. He is a talent and physical specimen, but I just don't think he's done all that much to get drafted early.
I just don't see JSmith getting drafted very high if he leaves early. He is a talent and physical specimen, but I just don't think he's done all that much to get drafted early.
Jsmith as long as he grades out 4 and above..
Of the seniors, I think Geer and Burney have the best shot, but if Burton puts up good #s, he could go the way of Brad Smith from last year and get in as a UFA.
Geer and Cha'pelle should get a shot with someone. I'm struggling to think anyone else has a real chance. Not sure Smart or Mohler move on and I don't know that Burton will catch on as a 265lb linebacker.
Justin Drescher - 100% sure on this.
:iagree:Never had a problem with long snaps. The guy will be in the league for a LONG, LONG time if he gets drafted.
I'd be shocked if anyone on our team is drafted..
I bet Cha'Pelle does
He would if he was a kickoff or punt returner along with his CB duties..
I dont' see it..
I bet Cha'Pelle does