Peace Frog Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Don't know anything about him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
/dev/null Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 that makes 2 of us guess he needs more cowbell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zona Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 I think He played QB for Arkansas. Big and Fast will be a project in the NFL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrobot Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 He didn't look that good during Senior Bowl practices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Frog Posted March 7, 2005 Author Share Posted March 7, 2005 I answered my own question. Here is his bio: Matt Jones bio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMadCap Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 I watched the dude run like a 4.4 during the combine. BIG and fast, would be a great pickup if he lasted long enough for us to pick... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nodnarb Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 You don't know who Matt Jones is?! Pfffftt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phlegm Alley Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 This guy is a classic "Slash" type of "x factor" that the Pittsburgh invented with Kordell and Randel. He would warrant a 3rd draft choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBuffaloDisease Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 He didn't look that good during Senior Bowl practices. As a QB or WR? I heard he looked bad as a QB and had trouble as a WR. But as a TE he's got a lot of potential and a decent set of hands, among other things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerJ Posted March 7, 2005 Share Posted March 7, 2005 Matt JOnes will never be an NFL QB. If you draft him as a TE, you are drafting for potential only. That's not the first time a player has been drafted with the notion of having him switch positions. Some teams have successfully done it, but that there is a risk is undeniable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Days Lois & Clark Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 http://www.nfldraftcountdown.com/playerpro.../mattjones.html Matt Jones Official Bio College: Arkansas Height: 6-61/4 Position: Wide Receiver Weight: 242 Class: Senior 40-Yard: 4.39 SCOUTING REPORT Strengths: Has amazing athletic ability...Very good size...Has a lot of potential and showed he has the ability to make the move to wideout in Mobile at the Senior Bowl...Very tough...Appeared to have good hands...Fiery player with a great competitive spirit. Weaknesses: Very raw and has never played a position other than quarterback...Will need a lot of work and development...May lack a killer instinct and be too laid back...Is he truly dedicated to the game of football or was basketball his true love? Notes: Was also a top high school basketball player and saw some time on the court with the Razorbacks...Could also project to quarterback or tight end in the pros...Interesting prospect who really doesn't have a clear position. - Scott Wright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lothar Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 As a QB or WR? I heard he looked bad as a QB and had trouble as a WR. But as a TE he's got a lot of potential and a decent set of hands, among other things. 266026[/snapback] The NFL Network did a profile during the combine and they were gushing all over his receiving skills - they showed iso's of him at the Senior Bowl practices schooling the top corners. He's big and he's fast and it was the first time he played wideout. Now admittedly, it was only a few plays they showed but for not having ANY experience, this guy has the look of a big, speedy H-back with decent hands. In college I thought he was a decent QB but it was amazing to see him outrunning DBs when he scrambled. A 6-6, 240 guy running a 4.4 - sheesh, that's Moss-like. Given that his measurables are freakish, it really is too bad that he wasn't asked to play wideout in college. I think he's jumped into the late 2nd or early 3rd round with his potential. If we didn't already have needs at tackle and kicker, I'd seriously consider him with our 3rd. But TD's somewhat of a riverboat gambler, so you never know ... p.s. Did I mention he looks like a fast tall Jeremy Shockey? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBuffaloDisease Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 The NFL Network did a profile during the combine and they were gushing all over his receiving skills - they showed iso's of him at the Senior Bowl practices schooling the top corners. He's big and he's fast and it was the first time he played wideout. Now admittedly, it was only a few plays they showed but for not having ANY experience, this guy has the look of a big, speedy H-back with decent hands. In college I thought he was a decent QB but it was amazing to see him outrunning DBs when he scrambled. A 6-6, 240 guy running a 4.4 - sheesh, that's Moss-like. Given that his measurables are freakish, it really is too bad that he wasn't asked to play wideout in college. I think he's jumped into the late 2nd or early 3rd round with his potential. If we didn't already have needs at tackle and kicker, I'd seriously consider him with our 3rd. But TD's somewhat of a riverboat gambler, so you never know ... p.s. Did I mention he looks like a fast tall Jeremy Shockey? I'd take him in a second with the Bills' 1st pick (2nd rounder). Then maybe trade-up in the 3rd to land Nuge. Tackle can be had later in the draft, since I'd rather it were filled in FA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zac Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 http://www.hogcall.com/funstuff/ Scroll down and hit Matt Jones at the combine to see a catch that will amaze you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CajunBillsBacker Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 http://www.hogcall.com/funstuff/Scroll down and hit Matt Jones at the combine to see a catch that will amaze you. 266108[/snapback] Nice link, also worth it to check out the other videos also. One shows how much of a mismatch he is against DB's, and the other shows his speed on a QB draw for a long TD, that was great. He's definitely be a great value with our 2nd rounder if he's there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Days Lois & Clark Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 I'd consider trading down in the 2nd and take Nugent or a offensive left tackle Jones or a CB in the 3rd would be good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BackInDaDay Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Matt Jones Official Bio College: Arkansas Height: 6-61/4 Position: Wide Receiver Weight: 242 Class: Senior 40-Yard: 4.39 SCOUTING REPORT Strengths: Has amazing athletic ability...Very good size...Has a lot of potential and showed he has the ability to make the move to wideout in Mobile at the Senior Bowl...Very tough...Appeared to have good hands...Fiery player with a great competitive spirit. Weaknesses: Very raw and has never played a position other than quarterback...Will need a lot of work and development...May lack a killer instinct and be too laid back...Is he truly dedicated to the game of football or was basketball his true love? Notes: Was also a top high school basketball player and saw some time on the court with the Razorbacks...Could also project to quarterback or tight end in the pros...Interesting prospect who really doesn't have a clear position. - Scott Wright Gil Brandt helped revolutionize scouting when he worked for Tex Schramm's Dallas Cowboys back in the 60's. As Director of Player Personnel, he enlisted the help of a big 'ol IBM mainframe to digest all of the vital statistics of the upcoming graduating class. So coming from him, this really counts for something.. "I wish I could stick a needle in a boy's arm to measure desire." The biggest worry mentioned about Jones is the "Is he truly dedicated to the game of football" question. He has size, speed and he's an athlete (saw the clip of him outjumping the CB for the ball in a fade route), but how much does he want it? If he commits himself to the game, some NFL team will make sure he receives the coaching necessary to develop into a very good offensive TE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarthur31 Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Don't know anything about him. 265898[/snapback] I think he's a TE not on our roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBuffaloDisease Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 I think he's a TE not on our roster. And he's never eaten in my kitchen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorCal Aaron Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 A J Ofodile anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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