Wilson from Gamehendge Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I really like this guy. I think it is a pretty nice addition. I mentioned in another thread that I read about him coming out of College in a draft magazine. What I read was quite good reviews. I remember he was rated as one of the top Centers in the draft behind Mangold, Eslinger and Chester. He was projected as a 3rd-4th rounder. His measurements: Height: 6'3 Weight: 307lbs 40-Yard: 5.24 / 20-Yard: 3.04 / 10-Yard: 1.78 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.70 / 3-Cone Drill: 7.59 225lb Bench Press: 27 reps. Vertical Jump: 27 inches. / Broad Jump: 8'00" I did my homework on the guy though...I am sure he IS just camp-fodder, but I see potential. I think he could be a very good player, after some work with the right Offensive Line Coach. (Which we DON'T seem to have) Marvin Philip http://calbears.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/m...p_marvin00.html Not bad stuff...I like what I read about the dude. (Here is my paraphrasing of what is said about him) - He was a College Freshman in '00, left on a Mormon Mission from '01-'03, came back in '04, and graduated in '05. A Few Highlights: -2x All Pac-10 @ Center. -'04 and '05 Finalist for the Rimington Award. (College's Best Center) 2005: - Named Cal Golden Bears' Captain. - Started every game for Cal @ Center as a Senior. - 1st on team in Pancakes, 2nd on team in Knockdowns. - Preaseaon watch for the Outland Trophy. (College's Best Lineman) - Rated/Ranked as The Sporting News' Best/Top Center in the Nation. - Voted Cal's Most Valuable Offensive Player. - Received Joe Roth Award for Courage, Attitude and Sportsmanship. 2004: - Started every game for Cal @ Center...team led Pac-10 in YPG. - Voted as a 2nd Team Associated Press All-American. - Received Cal's Brick Muller Award as the team's Best Offensive Lineman. 2003: - Philip missed Cal's first 9 games after returning from his Mormon mission. He gained 30 pounds to get back to playing weight, regained his starting job as the team's Center. Then, get this...after missing the first 9 games of the season, he still LED THE TEAM in Pancakes and Knockdowns that year. - Received Cal's Bob Tessier Award as the team's Most Improved Lineman. 2000: - Philip started "several" games as a TRUE FRESHMAN (holding his own against teams such as USC and Arizona St.). He then sprained his knee and missed some games, before returning late in the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanInSouthBuffalo Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I did my homework on the guy though...I am sure he IS just camp-fodder, but I see potential. I think he could be a very good player, after some work with the right Offensive Line Coach. (Which we DON'T seem to have) Good points. Good to see the Bills be a bit proactive since we may lose both of our current centers. At best we can hope for him to stick around as a backup or practice squad. Coaching is another good point. I would bring in Joe DeLamielleure as a consultant. I love listening to him talk about lineman as it seems he can spot potential just by looking at someone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson from Gamehendge Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 thank you. i took some time to back up my argument that this guy could be something, again, with the right coaching. he seems to be mature and a hard worker with good character. i also read that he is very smart. let's hope he has a high motor! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robkmil Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Good points. Good to see the Bills be a bit proactive since we may lose both of our current centers. At best we can hope for him to stick around as a backup or practice squad. Coaching is another good point. I would bring in Joe DeLamielleure as a consultant. I love listening to him talk about lineman as it seems he can spot potential just by looking at someone. its a low risk move, if he works out and adds depth then the Front Office looks like geniuses. If not oh well, no harm, no money lost. at least they are being a little proactive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brand J Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 I really like this guy. I think it is a pretty nice addition. I mentioned in another thread that I read about him coming out of College in a draft magazine. What I read was quite good reviews. I remember he was rated as one of the top Centers in the draft behind Mangold, Eslinger and Chester. He was projected as a 3rd-4th rounder. His measurements: Height: 6'3 Weight: 307lbs 40-Yard: 5.24 / 20-Yard: 3.04 / 10-Yard: 1.78 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.70 / 3-Cone Drill: 7.59 225lb Bench Press: 27 reps. Vertical Jump: 27 inches. / Broad Jump: 8'00" I did my homework on the guy though...I am sure he IS just camp-fodder, but I see potential. I think he could be a very good player, after some work with the right Offensive Line Coach. (Which we DON'T seem to have) Marvin Philip http://calbears.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/m...p_marvin00.html Not bad stuff...I like what I read about the dude. (Here is my paraphrasing of what is said about him) - He was a College Freshman in '00, left on a Mormon Mission from '01-'03, came back in '04, and graduated in '05. A Few Highlights: -2x All Pac-10 @ Center. -'04 and '05 Finalist for the Rimington Award. (College's Best Center) 2005: - Named Cal Golden Bears' Captain. - Started every game for Cal @ Center as a Senior. - 1st on team in Pancakes, 2nd on team in Knockdowns. - Preaseaon watch for the Outland Trophy. (College's Best Lineman) - Rated/Ranked as The Sporting News' Best/Top Center in the Nation. - Voted Cal's Most Valuable Offensive Player. - Received Joe Roth Award for Courage, Attitude and Sportsmanship. 2004: - Started every game for Cal @ Center...team led Pac-10 in YPG. - Voted as a 2nd Team Associated Press All-American. - Received Cal's Brick Muller Award as the team's Best Offensive Lineman. 2003: - Philip missed Cal's first 9 games after returning from his Mormon mission. He gained 30 pounds to get back to playing weight, regained his starting job as the team's Center. Then, get this...after missing the first 9 games of the season, he still LED THE TEAM in Pancakes and Knockdowns that year. - Received Cal's Bob Tessier Award as the team's Most Improved Lineman. 2000: - Philip started "several" games as a TRUE FRESHMAN (holding his own against teams such as USC and Arizona St.). He then sprained his knee and missed some games, before returning late in the season. Is that Marvin Philip or Junior Seau?!?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckyFillUps Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 high motor mormon. Look out NFL, here comes a dog-$hit sundae with a mormon cherry on top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zow2 Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 So our two centers are named Melvin and Marvin. Awesome. I used to know two Jewish dentists by the same name.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4BillsintheBurgh Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 He just needs to stay healthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladiebla Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 http://www.stadiumwall.com/index.php?s=&am...t&p=1303059 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson from Gamehendge Posted February 1, 2009 Author Share Posted February 1, 2009 http://www.stadiumwall.com/index.php?s=&am...t&p=1303059 http://www.stadiumwall.com/index.php?showtopic=81903 I am talking about Marvin Philip, not PK Sam. I believe my information was worthy of its own post. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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