Carolina Panthers: Which rookie will make an impact in 2009?
July 23, 2009 by Richard Lines
Filed under Draft Reviews, NFL
The Panthers had some pre draft issues that were outlined in the general team synopsis. In this installment I aim to explore which rookies I think will have an impact on the team, and those who will fall into the cracks. On average, only 40% of a team’s draft class ends up contributing or even [...]
2009 Rookie Future Pro Bowlers
July 23, 2009 by CK
Filed under Miscellaneous, NFL
The Pro Bowl continues to be a measuring stick for a player’s worth in the league, despite those who chide the voting results every year. It figures prominently into contract incentives, and I will personally continue to put at least some store in the accolade so long as player and coach voting figures at least two-thirds into the final results. [...]
Breakout Watch: 49ers QB Shaun Hill
July 20, 2009 by CK
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Here at Universal Draft, we pride ourselves on our ability to keep tabs on both the college and pro football scenes. Consistent ability to accurately analyze and forecast issues related to the NFL Draft cannot be found without significant knowledge of both the NFL and NCAA. And since we’re in somewhat of the calm before the [...]
Buffalo Bills: Which rookie will make an impact in 09?
July 16, 2009 by Richard Lines
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The Bills had some pre draft issues that were outlined in the general team synopsis. In this installment I aim to explore which rookies I think will have an impact on the team, and those who will fall into the cracks. On average, only 40% of a team’s draft class ends up contributing or even [...]
Atlanta Falcons: Which rookie will make an impact in 2009?
July 16, 2009 by Richard Lines
Filed under Miscellaneous, NFL
The Falcons had some pre draft issues that were outlined in the general team synopsis. In this installment I aim to explore which rookies I think will have an impact on the team, and those who will fall into the cracks. On average, only 40% of a team’s draft class ends up contributing or even [...]
Arizona Cardinals: Which rookie will make an impact in 2009?
July 16, 2009 by Richard Lines
Filed under Miscellaneous, NFL
The Cardinals had some pre draft issues that were outlined in the general team synopsis. In this installment I aim to explore which rookies I think will have an impact on the team, and those who will fall into the cracks. On average, only 40% of a team’s draft class ends up contributing or even [...]
Washington Redskins Post Draft Commentary
July 11, 2009 by Richard Lines
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The Redskins come off a 2008 season that saw the team fight for a playoff spot under first year Head Coach Jim Zorn. Zorn did rub some players on the team the wrong way during the season, but those issues seem to have tempered a bit. However, the team’s decision to pursue several quarterbacks this [...]
Tennessee Titans Post Draft Commentary
July 11, 2009 by Richard Lines
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The Titans surprised many people coming out of the gate the way the team did in 2008. Enduring Vince Young’s meltdown, whilst continuing to win games is a testament to the coaching staff and Jeff Fisher; who has guided the team through numerous upheavals. The team managed to compile a 13-3 record and home field [...]
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Post Draft Commentary
July 11, 2009 by Richard Lines
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The 2008 Tampa Bay Buccaneers finished the season 9-7, losing their final 4 games and missing the playoffs. The end of season collapse led to the firing of Jon Gruden and a new direction for the franchise. The defense returned to form under Monty Kiffin; who has left to help his son at the University [...]
St. Louis Rams Post Draft Commentary
July 11, 2009 by Richard Lines
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The Rams came into the 2008 season hoping that they were in fact moving in the right direction. Head Coach Scott Linehan appeared to have the offensive players in place to at least compete in the NFC West. Chris Long was the team’s first round selection in 2008 and he did help to solidify the [...]