Estro Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 I'm pretty intrigued with Matthews as a prospect in this years draft. Irrationally, the thing I like most about him is the fact that his brother is Clay Matthews, and we've all seen the success he's had. The more I look into it though, the more I realize the comparisons to his brother seem pretty unrealistic, at least from a physical standpoint: Clay Matthews (Packers): Arrived at the Senior Bowl 2 years ago at 6'3" and 246 lbs. His hands measured 9 3/8" and his arms were 32". Casey Matthews (Oregon): Arrived at the Senior Bowl at 6'0 6/8" (a touch under 6'1") and 232 lbs. His hands measured 8 3/4" and his arms were 31 3/4". So Casey is a full 2 1/4" shorter than his brother and he's also 12 lbs. lighter. I know Casey is smaller than your prototypical ILB from a weight standpoint, but he may have a frame that can pack on some pounds, that I don't know. I'll definitely be keeping my eye on him this week throughout the Senior Bowl practices and in the game. He's got the bloodlines and I like his speed and awareness on the field. In the end I think Casey will be drafted a full round or 2 higher, than he would have been if he didn't have a brother named Clay Matthews terrorizing NFL QB's. His bloodlines will definitely bump him up, IMO. For those interested in checking out the official weigh in of the 2011 Senior Bowl attended: http://walterfootball.com/seniorbowl2011.php For what it's worth Clay Matthews is now listed as 255 lbs. on the Packers roster. If Casey could pack on 10-15 lbs I think you can at least consider him as a 3-4 ILB, but if not, I don't think he could hold up in a 3-4, just too small right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 People watched the BCS Championship, saw that Casey Matthews played LB and concluded that because he's Clay Matthews brother, has long hair, and plays a position of need that we should draft him. I've seen him go as early as rounds 2 and 3 and it makes me want to vomit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan89 Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Pass you need a guy that is big at his playing weight. We don't want a workout warrior who plays at 230ish and then bulks up to 255 for the combine. If the guy can't play at 255 then he just isn't big enough. I think you can add 10 or so pounds but I prefer a guy that is just big at his playing weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimp Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 People watched the BCS Championship, saw that Casey Matthews played LB and concluded that because he's Clay Matthews brother, has long hair, and plays a position of need that we should draft him. I've seen him go as early as rounds 2 and 3 and it makes me want to vomit. I watched him play all year and think that a 4th round pic would be warranted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTW2012 Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Once upon a time the Sabres drafted a kid named Keith Gretzky. Never played in the NHL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Paired with Byrd, our father son game is starting to take shape. I take the fathers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NastyNateSoldiers Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 (edited) Remember Zack Thomas? well Casey Matthews is 2.0 Plays with a chip on his shoulder. Very Intelligent player, always seems to be in the right place at the right time. He doesnt need to weigh 255 lbs if he plays like he is 255 Edited January 25, 2011 by DontCrossDaMoats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estro Posted January 25, 2011 Author Share Posted January 25, 2011 People watched the BCS Championship, saw that Casey Matthews played LB and concluded that because he's Clay Matthews brother, has long hair, and plays a position of need that we should draft him. I've seen him go as early as rounds 2 and 3 and it makes me want to vomit. He did make a nice play clubbing that ball loose to force a fumble. That play enabled Oregon to go down and tie the game late in the 4th quarter. Those are the type of game changing plays defenders get paid to make. Can't judge a player based on one play though, and I agree he's probably an overrated prospect due to his name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluecarter Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 I think he is as of right now a solid fourth rounder, and if he is there in the fifth is a steal. Difference is he is fourth rounder that will start to contribute right from the start. I think it's funny that everyone is putting the guy down. He's had a great season and he is projected for late in the draft. It's not like Arron Maybin where he'll be a first round bust. I like the kid and I wouldn't mind seeing buffalo take him in the third if they rated him that high. I think the kids got great values, stays clean, and has the same motor if not higher than his brothers. He's biggest plus is his knowledge of the game. I think with him our LB's will be helped out by some young talent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phlegm Alley Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Casey Matthews will be severely overdrafted, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Too many people are focused on exact heights and weights supposedly "needed" to play a certain position. I could give a rat's ass if Casey Matthews is 10 pounds too light. The question is, can he play football at a high level? If that answer is yes, then i want him on the Bills. And adding 10 pounds isn't going to make a lick of difference for a LB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 College is not the NFL. CJ Spiller had super human speed in college. Now he can't outrun anyone in the NFL. Please temper your enthusiasm for players who play bigger in college. They are a gamble. PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fong Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 He doesnt need to weigh 255 lbs if he plays like he is 255 We've been laboring under that philosophy for long enough. I want to start getting the players that actually weigh 255 lbs. and play like they weigh 275. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 I watched him play all year and think that a 4th round pic would be warranted. I agree ... if he's available in the 4th, I'd draft him. Any earlier, nah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimp Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 CJ Spiller had super human speed in college. Now he can't outrun anyone in the NFL. PTR That statement is untrue. He was a hard time outrunning everyone to the corner, but he does have the speed to run by people in the open field. We've been laboring under that philosophy for long enough. I want to start getting the players that actually weigh 255 lbs. and play like they weigh 275. So taking a Ray Lewis would be out of the question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fong Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 So taking a Ray Lewis would be out of the question. Ray Lewis is 250 lbs. Probably more on any given day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 I agree ... if he's available in the 4th, I'd draft him. Any earlier, nah. Sounds about right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Lightning Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 He doesnt need to weigh 255 lbs if he plays like he is 255 Is this Dick Jauron? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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