In space no one can hear Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 Second-round value picks Five players drafted in the second round who could prove to be excellent value selections: -CB Jairus Byrd (Bills, No. 42 overall): The son of an NFL coach, Byrd's lack of ideal timed speed pushed him into the second round, but he's an instinctive player who profiles as a future starter. Byrd is competitive, has tremendous ball skills, isn't afraid to tackle, and offers versatility as a possible return man or future safety. -DE Everette Brown (Panthers, #43 overall): Ultimately, Brown was dinged for his lack of ideal height and inability to hold up vs. the run, but the Panthers valued his explosiveness off the edge and traded up to grab him. Going to the Panthers, Brown won't have to worry about making a conversion to outside linebacker and will be able to do what he does best: attack the quarterback. He has potential to develop into a devastating pass rusher and could look like a steal three years from now. -C Max Unger (Seahawks, #49 overall): Coming into today, Unger's name was linked with California's Alex Mack and Louisville's Eric Wood, as the three have long been considered the best centers available. In the end, Unger was the only one left out of the first round, but the Seahawks made a move to procure his services. An experienced blocker, Unger's size, movement skills and versatility to play anywhere along the offensive line makes him a safe second-round choice. -OG Andy Levitre (Bills, #51 overall): Two picks after Unger was gobbled up by the Seahawks, the Bills also looked to the Pacific Northwest, tabbing Oregon State left tackle Andy Levitre. Not one of the sexiest first-day picks, but Levitre's intelligence, durability and hand use should play well inside for the Bills. -RB LeSean McCoy (Eagles, #53 overall): "Shady's" momentun trailed off a bit as the evaluation process ran its course, but he might've landed in a beneficial spot, as the Pitt Panther stays in the Keystone State. More importantly, he can fit initially as a complementary player whose shake-and-bake running style and natural receiving skills give Donovan McNabb another weapon. McCoy should be able to find creases running behind the Eagles' powerful offensive line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanInUticaTampa Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 nice. i think our 2nd round went well. i admit i was a little worried until we moved up and grabbed Levitre. that pick made me feel better about taking care of our needs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills_fan Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 I love the "won't please the fans" or "not the sexiest pick" in regards to OL....we've all been screaming for OL for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zazie Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 Second-round value picks Five players drafted in the second round who could prove to be excellent value selections: -CB Jairus Byrd (Bills, No. 42 overall): The son of an NFL coach, Byrd's lack of ideal timed speed pushed him into the second round, but he's an instinctive player who profiles as a future starter. Byrd is competitive, has tremendous ball skills, isn't afraid to tackle, and offers versatility as a possible return man or future safety. -DE Everette Brown (Panthers, #43 overall): Ultimately, Brown was dinged for his lack of ideal height and inability to hold up vs. the run, but the Panthers valued his explosiveness off the edge and traded up to grab him. Going to the Panthers, Brown won't have to worry about making a conversion to outside linebacker and will be able to do what he does best: attack the quarterback. He has potential to develop into a devastating pass rusher and could look like a steal three years from now. -C Max Unger (Seahawks, #49 overall): Coming into today, Unger's name was linked with California's Alex Mack and Louisville's Eric Wood, as the three have long been considered the best centers available. In the end, Unger was the only one left out of the first round, but the Seahawks made a move to procure his services. An experienced blocker, Unger's size, movement skills and versatility to play anywhere along the offensive line makes him a safe second-round choice. -OG Andy Levitre (Bills, #51 overall): Two picks after Unger was gobbled up by the Seahawks, the Bills also looked to the Pacific Northwest, tabbing Oregon State left tackle Andy Levitre. Not one of the sexiest first-day picks, but Levitre's intelligence, durability and hand use should play well inside for the Bills. -RB LeSean McCoy (Eagles, #53 overall): "Shady's" momentun trailed off a bit as the evaluation process ran its course, but he might've landed in a beneficial spot, as the Pitt Panther stays in the Keystone State. More importantly, he can fit initially as a complementary player whose shake-and-bake running style and natural receiving skills give Donovan McNabb another weapon. McCoy should be able to find creases running behind the Eagles' powerful offensive line. Would have been nice to get #2 or #3 off that list, but, at least maybe there is some potential there. Again, the guy we cut, will make anotehr team and may be a starter there. Trade a rookie for an experienced guy. Twice in the second round (levitre for JP, Byrd for whoever gets pushed out). Nice work, Mr. Guy, Mr. Modrak. Don't quit your day jobs. Oops, that is your day job.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deep2evans Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 Would have been nice to get #2 or #3 off that list, but, at least maybe there is some potential there. Again, the guy we cut, will make anotehr team and may be a starter there. Trade a rookie for an experienced guy. Twice in the second round (levitre for JP, Byrd for whoever gets pushed out). Nice work, Mr. Guy, Mr. Modrak. Don't quit your day jobs. Oops, that is your day job.... Talk about never being satisfied, Jesus H. Christ guy. They choose 5 value 2nd rounders, we pick 2 of them, but you want different guys. Un!@#$ingbelievable. And are you really blasting the front office because we'll have to cut George Wilson or Seth McKinney? I'm seriously floored right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Fan Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 I love the "won't please the fans" or "not the sexiest pick" in regards to OL....we've all been screaming for OL for years. How can taking Levitre not be a sexy pic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluv Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 Talk about never being satisfied, Jesus H. Christ guy. They choose 5 value 2nd rounders, we pick 2 of them, but you want different guys. Un!@#$ingbelievable. And are you really blasting the front office because we'll have to cut George Wilson or Seth McKinney? I'm seriously floored right now. I have no touble with the player it's the trading up and the lost of picks I question. True the MIDDLE of the O-line looks good on paper. OLB and TE SUCK on paper and we could have used those picks to address them. Hopefully we can find a quality LB in free agency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 Hopefully we can find a quality LB in free agency. I truly believe thats what you'll see. I also wouldnt be surprised if the Bills go out and add a TE like George Wrighster via FA if the 4th round yields no TE talent left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zazie Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 Talk about never being satisfied, Jesus H. Christ guy. They choose 5 value 2nd rounders, we pick 2 of them, but you want different guys. Un!@#$ingbelievable. And are you really blasting the front office because we'll have to cut George Wilson or Seth McKinney? I'm seriously floored right now. OK OK, maybe it was still the shock of seeing us draft a CB and leaving Brown on the table. You're probably right, and I'm over it. time to move on and hope that finally we have drafted a few good players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Murray Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 We can only assume that now with Owens, the Bills FO does not think TE is as big of an impact position. Besides running 3 & 4 WR sets, I also like getting Lynch and Jackson together in on passing downs... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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