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6th round....RUFUS Alexander!!!

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6th round....RUFUS Alexander!!! 

Post#1 » by revprodeji » Sun Apr 29, 2007 6:54 pm

Damn, im good. I called it. Look in the other thread..;)

ESPN draft guide and Street/smith has him as a 2nd round pick!!!!

Strength: Playmaking, standout WLB with terrific athleticism and above average speed and quickness. Ballhawk with natural instincts. Excels in space. makes play sideline to sideline vs run. Reliable tackler. Sees plays quickly. Makes play in backfield. Great upfield burst. Has fluid hips and top-end speed to hand with most RBs. Shows great range in zone.

Weak: undersized, must add bulk without losing quickness.

Bottom line: Great Competitor, with speed, agility and skills needed to make plays all over the field. He has the hands to defend the pass and is also one of the most aggressive run stoppers around. The only thing that could hold him back is his lack of size. Doesnt have the mass to anchor himself and then make the big hit on a ball-carrier with size. "he's got the skill level, physical talent and attitude to be an impact player," says an AFC scout. "I've seen guys who are bigger and stronger than alexander who can't come close to being as productive"
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Post#2 » by dunkonu21 » Sun Apr 29, 2007 6:59 pm

I have a feeling he is a good special teamer, but other than that he's a non-issue
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Post#3 » by revprodeji » Sun Apr 29, 2007 7:04 pm

If he adds some strength he could easily be a starter. Great value pick for us.
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