buiznitch Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Other than McFadden, Mendenhall, Stewart who everyone is expecting great things from. I want to know your opinions on who will be the biggest surprise or even the best back out of this class. Everyone knows my pick from the Jamaal Charles thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buiznitch Posted April 13, 2008 Author Share Posted April 13, 2008 Damn I make a typo in the subject or title every time and can't edit that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 You really have to wait until the draft to be able to answer this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I am interested in Felix Jones and Ray RIce at this point but so much of a rookie's success depends heavily on where he ends up and that the situation and oportunity is there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I think Kevin Smith will be productive in the NFL. He's got the size and speed, and after the draft, he'll probably have a sizable chip on his shoulder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buiznitch Posted April 13, 2008 Author Share Posted April 13, 2008 You really have to wait until the draft to be able to answer this... Yeah I understand that will change things im just trying to get everyones opinion going into the draft and then look at it again after. Maybe get some insight on some of the lesser known backs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buiznitch Posted April 13, 2008 Author Share Posted April 13, 2008 Thanks for the edit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buiznitch Posted April 13, 2008 Author Share Posted April 13, 2008 I am interested in Felix Jones and Ray RIce at this point but so much of a rookie's success depends heavily on where he ends up and that the situation and oportunity is there. I keep hearing and reading alot about his Ray Rice kid. His size scares me a bit. And not to mention the workload he endured. I know alot depends on where he ends up. But what are the other variables that surround the hype. I didn't watch him play much in college. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtdickens Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I like Xavier Oman a lot. Gets the small school knock, but from what I have seen he owns people. He would be an excellent day two pick for the Browns. That is if we dont get Tashard Choice first. Choice is a personal favorite, because of his style. He runs kinda like Mike Pittman, with a lot of violence. While Ball was blowing games Choice would carry the team on his own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I like Xavier Oman a lot. Gets the small school knock, but from what I have seen he owns people. He would be an excellent day two pick for the Browns. That is if we dont get Tashard Choice first. Choice is a personal favorite, because of his style. He runs kinda like Mike Pittman, with a lot of violence. While Ball was blowing games Choice would carry the team on his own. Oman has a wide range of talents but straight ahead speed is not one of them. Maybe as an understudy to Jamal Lewis? I could see that. OK. Choice is also a nice "choice", and could be a terrific mid-round steal for a team. Again, doesn't have great speed but is real physical and can definitely catch the ball out of the backfield. I am going to say that Chauncey Washington fits the bill as a "surprise back" if he lands on the right team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturphy Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I am going to say that Chauncey Washington fits the bill as a "surprise back" if he lands on the right team. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I think Kevin Smith will be productive in the NFL. He's got the size and speed, and after the draft, he'll probably have a sizable chip on his shoulder. I like Forte for the same reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flypaste Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I am going to say that Chauncey Washington fits the bill as a "surprise back" if he lands on the right team. another +1 I also like Cory Boyd to surprise if he finds himself in opportune circumstances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egret Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Whoever the Broncos take. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbimm Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I like Forte for the same reason. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtdickens Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 I like Mike Hart if he goes to the Broncos. Only if he goes to the Broncos. Boyd is interesting, he could do a lot of different things. Would be a nice pick for the Pack (Tony Fisher) or Patriots(K.Faulk). I read somewhere he could play slot receiver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Whoever the Broncos take. yeah, I have to see who takes which RB before deciding.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpholmes Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 I like Mike Hart if he goes to the Broncos. Only if he goes to the Broncos. Agreed. I think Hart could put up very, very consistent numbers in Shanny's system. He wouldn't be the "threat" persay that you'd see in an Adrain Peterson, but he would be the kind of back that sneaks in 100 yards and a TD every game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip_Side Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 My boy Kevin Smith out of UCF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturphy Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 I like Forte for the same reason. I'm not sure Forte should be considered a "surprise" anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawks21 Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 I still don't think it is out of the realm of possibility to see Steve Slaton turn into a decent pro. He will probably only be used correctly but some of the more creative offenses out there, but I'm anxious to see what system he goes into. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpholmes Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Cal's Justin Forsett will get drafted on day two. He's a small and powerful runner with great hands. I expect him to be a very successful 3rd down back in the NFL (as successful as anyone could be at that position anyways) and eventually work his way into a full RBBC lineup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 I'm not sure Forte should be considered a "surprise" anymore. Probably true, but in he's still pretty down on a lot of boards. It will be very interesting to see where he gets picked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronco Billy Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Tashard Choice Ideal NFL RB size for a featured RB. Led the ACC in rushing in both 2006 & 2007 - not nearly as easy to do with the addition of tradional football powers to the conference. The kid is tough as nails & isn't flashy at all, he just gets the job done. He's a one-cut downhill runner and has great instincts. If he gets picked up by a zone blocking team (read a team like DEN or HOU) he could easily fit into that system & produce big numbers for a few years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buiznitch Posted April 14, 2008 Author Share Posted April 14, 2008 Tashard Choice Ideal NFL RB size for a featured RB. Led the ACC in rushing in both 2006 & 2007 - not nearly as easy to do with the addition of tradional football powers to the conference. The kid is tough as nails & isn't flashy at all, he just gets the job done. He's a one-cut downhill runner and has great instincts. If he gets picked up by a zone blocking team (read a team like DEN or HOU) he could easily fit into that system & produce big numbers for a few years. What about Detroit, I hear they are moving to a zone blocking scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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