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NFL Safety Prospect - C.J. Spillman

Photo - Safety C.J. Spillman - Marshall

Marshall University's C.J. Spillman has accepted an invitation to play in the 84th Annual East-West Shrine Game, scheduled for Jan. 17, at the University of Houston. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. (ET) and the game will be televised by ESPN2.
Spillman has been a standout free safety that earned him a 2008 and 2007 second-team All-Conference USA selection for the Thundering Herd. The Louisville (Ky.) native finished his collegiate career with 319 career tackles and three interceptions in 46 games. Last season he was credited with 71 total tackles and four pass breakups in 11 contests.
Player Report- He is an athletic safety with the toughness to play In the Box and make tackles with the speed and agility to match up in coverage. He is a free safety prospect with adequate size and good instincts, speed and overall athleticism. He is fluid in coverage with a sound backpedal and quick feet to mirror receivers and the flexible hips to retain his fine speed in short areas and matchup in man coverage. He can make a play with the ball in the air and with the ability to hit receivers and separate them from the pass. In run support, he fills the hole quickly and instinctively with the sure tackling to finish the play. He plays off blockers well and forces the play inside. He is a sound tackler who can deliver a big hit and force a turnover. At times, his play lacks discipline and he can be vulnerable in the deep game. He shows the ability to be a tough gunner on special teams where his size, speed and toughness should allow him to contribute immediately in that role in his pro game. Currently, he projects as a middle round selection with critical tests at the East-West Shire game and NFL Combine in February that could move him up the rankings quickly with strong performances.

Frank Coyle has been a scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl All-star game for the past 15 years, in addition to annually consulting other All-Star classics.

Lions Win Top Pick in NFL Draft 2009

The Detroit Lions hold the first overall selection in the NFL Draft 2009 after completing the first winless 16 game full schedule season in league history. The Lions reached a new level of ineptitude this fall, losing every game that matched only the Tampa Bay Bucs 0-14 season from the 1970s as winless pro clubs. The Lions deserve the top overall pick after a disastrous 2008 season and a decade of horrible NFL Draft classes that have left the team devoid of talent and little leadership. GM Matt Millen was fired this fall at midseason after a difficult seven year reign as the Lions personnel leader. Head coach Rod Marinelli was dismissed just one day after the perfect losing 2008 season completing three frustrating seasons.
The Lions' saving grace is that they not only hold the first overall selection in the NFL Draft 2009 but also the Cowboys #1 pick plus middle round choices from the trade that sent wideout Roy Williams to Dallas prior to the fall 2008 trading deadline. The incredible turnarounds in Miami and Atlanta give the Detroit franchise hope to quickly return to a competitive level with a strong NFL 2009 postseason.

First Round NFL Draft 2009 Selection Order
x - indicates draft position will change due to NFL playoff results

#/ Team / W-L / % Schedule Strength
1 Detroit - 0-16 - .559
2 St. Louis - 2-14 - .533
3 Kansas City - 2-14 - .537
4 Seattle - 4-12 - .498
5 Cleveland - 4-12 - .572
6 Cincinnati - 4-11-1 - .553
7 Oakland - 5-11 - .520
8 Jacksonville - 5-11 - .537
9 Green Bay - 6-10 - .504
10 San Francisco - 7-9 - .453
11 Buffalo - 7-9 - .453
12 Denver - 8-8 - .457
13 Washington - 8-8 - .479
14 New Orleans - 8-8 - .496
15 Houston - 8-8 - .518
x 16 San Diego - 8-8 - .516
x 17 New York Jets - 9-7 - .471
x 18 Chicago - 9-7 - .475
x 19 Tampa Bay - 9-7 - .480
x 20 Detroit (Dallas) - 9-7 - .498
x 21 Arizona - 9-7 - .486
x 22 Philadelphia - 9-6-1 - .514
x 23 Minnesota - 10-6 - .504
x 24 New England - 11-5 - .480
x 25 Atlanta - 11-5 - .459
x 26 Miami - 11-5 - .461
x 27 Baltimore - 11-5 - .521
x 28 Philadelphia (Carolina) - 12-4 - .488
x 29 Indianapolis - 12-4 - .498
x 30 New York Giants - 12-4 - .502
x 31 Pittsburgh - 12-4 - .525
x 32 Tennessee - 13-3 - .459

NFL Prospect - Peria Jerry Heads Tackle Class

Photo - Peria Jerry #98 - 6'3" 300 lbs.- Mississippi
Senior Bowl and NFL Combine Invite - Pro Prospect for NFL Draft '09

Explosive quick senior tackle has responded with a huge final season displaying dominant ability in the tough SEC. Peria is an active powerful three-technique tackle who has been one of the nation's top defenders this fall as a cornerstone defender for the underrated Ole Miss club. He combines fine triangle numbers with excellent football production and instincts. He has good mobility, physical skills and toughness with adequate girth for the inside position. He is very quick off the ball and is able to get consistent penetrate to force the QB to move in the pocket and rush his decisions. He pushes the pocket well and has the ability to chases down plays outside the hashes. He shows strong hands and uses them well to keep blockers off his body with the ability to separate consistently to pursue the action. He can struggle at the point of attack against the run especially when double teamed. He can also play too high vs the run that leaves him exposed to blocks and makes it difficult to separate from blockers and pursue the play. He can lose leverage when playing high that leaves him vulnerable to blocks. Quick three technique tackle with high level of competition and experience and a prospect that is ideal for the 4-3 front especially the Colts and Bucs. One of the fastest rising defenders in the nation with the skills and production to secure a first round grade with a strong performance over the postseason.

Frank Coyle is a scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl over the past 12 years.

First Round Mock Draft
October 30, 2008 * underclassmen

Photo - LB Aaron Curry - Wake Forest

1. Cincinnati - Michael Oher - OT - Mississippi
2. Detroit - * Matthew Stafford - QB - Georgia
3. Kansas City - * Michael Crabtree - WR - Texas Tech
4. San Francisco - Malcolm Jenkins CB - Ohio St.
5. St. Louis - James Laurinaitis LB - Ohio St
6. Seattle - Michael Johnson - DE - Georgia Tech
7. Oakland - * Jeremy Maclin WR - Missouri
8. San Diego - Clint Sintim - LB - Virginia
9. Miami - * Tim Tebow - QB - Florida
10. Minnesota - * Vontae Davis - CB - Illinois
11. Houston - Aaron Curry - LB - Wake Forest
12. New Orleans - Rey Maualuga - LB - Southern Cal
13. Cleveland - * Chris Wells - RB - Ohio St
14. Jacksonville - * George Selvie - DE - South Florida
15. NY Jets - * Taylor Mays - FS - Southern Cal
16. Arizona - * Knowshon Moreno - RB - Georgia
17. Philadelphia - * Andre Smith - OT - Alabama
18. Denver - Alex Mack - OC - California
19. Atlanta - Eugene Monroe - OT - Virginia
20. Chicago - Brian Orakpo, - DE - Texas
21. Washington - Tyson Jackson - DE - LSU
22. Baltimore - William Moore - FS - Missouri
23. Indianapolis - * Greg Middleton - DE - Indiana
24. Carolina - * Ricky Jean-Francois - DT - LSU
25. Tampa Bay - * Percy Harvin - WR - Florida
26. Green Bay - * Jermaine Gresham - TE - Oklahoma
27. Detroit (Dallas) - Alphonso Smith - CB - Wake Forest
28. New England - Brian Cushing - LB - Southern Cal
29. Buffalo - * Myron Rolle - SS - Florida St
30. Pittsburgh - Duke Robinson - OG - Oklahoma
31. New York Giants - * Darrius Heyward-Bey - WR - Maryland
32. Tennessee - * Greg Hardy - DE - Mississippi

Frank Coyle has been a consultant for the Senior Bowl All-Star game in Mobile, Alabama for over the past 12 years with a nation wide exposure to NFL prospects with an emphasis on pro player talent. He has also assisted other All-Star games with player evaluation and recommendations.

Talented Safety Class Heads Defensive Prospects

Patrick Chung is part of a strong group of safeties that will be among the deepest positions for the upcoming NFL Draft. He is a four year starter with experience at both safety spots and has shown the ability to support the run and matchup in pass coverage to rank among the top defenders in this class.

Photo - Patrick Chung - Oregon

Patrick Chung - 5'11" 210 lbs. - Oregon
Tough athletic senior safety continues to duplicate his outstanding early career season when he was one of the best defenders in the West. He became a force whether in run support or coverage and he has the development to move on to the NFL as a starter. He combines fine size and speed with the ball instincts and toughness to be an impact defender. He has improve further with a strong senior season and should rank among the top defenders in the NFL Draft '09 class. He will get a chance to showcase his skills at a major All-star game this offseason that could elevate him into the early rounds.

Walter Camp Player of the Week

Photo - Willie VanDeSteeg - Minnesota -Senior, Defensive End
Silver Lake, Mn.Glencoe-Silver Lake HS
Senior defensive end Willie VanDeSteeg had three quarterback sacks and forced a fumble that led to a touchdown as Minnesota defeated Big Ten rival Illinois, 27-20. VanDeSteeg (5 tackles) also broke up a fourth-quarter pass that resulted in an interception to seal the victory for the Golden Gophers (6-1, 2-1 in the Big Ten). Minnesota's 6-1 start is its best since 2003.
About the Award: This is the fifth consecutive year that the Walter Camp Football Foundation will honor one offensive and one defensive player as its national Bowl Subdivision player of the week during the regular season. Recipients are selected by a panel of national media members and administered by the Walter Camp Football Foundation.

Photo - Safety Taylor Mays - Southern Cal

1. * Taylor Mays - 6'3" 225 lbs. - Southern Cal
Hard-hitting junior safety has been a stalwart in the Trojans secondary over the past few seasons. He has imposing size with very good range, fine speed and strong tackling skills to rank with any defensive back in this class. He has a very good nose for the ball, showing keen instincts to make the right read consistently. He has developed nicely in pass coverage nicely in recent seasons to be ready to be an every down NFL defender, though much of his coverage responsibilities have been in a zone scheme. He has the recovery speed to be a playmaker and is a blue chip athlete with definite upside as a pro prospect to be a complete pro defender. He shows the package to be one of the blue chip prospects in this class and his fine level of development will probably influence him to declare this January.

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