The Official 2012 NFL Draft Talk Thread

[JenksAnejo]

I know you'll disagree with me, but I'm just not a fan of Blackmon, especially when being considered with a top five pick.

Just wondering what you don't like about him? Not arguing or anything, I don't think he's a top 5 pick either. That's why I hope the Rams slide back and draft him at #6 or #8. I see Blackmon running a 4.6 and being a very good possesion receiver in the NFL.

[Stephen]

Originally Posted by JenksAnejo

Just wondering what you don't like about him? Not arguing or anything, I don't think he's a top 5 pick either. That's why I hope the Rams slide back and draft him at #6 or #8. I see Blackmon running a 4.6 and being a very good possesion receiver in the NFL.

I guess part of it stems from the fact that he's being projected as a top five pick. Personally, I think his absolute ceiling is Reggie Wayne. While there's nothing necessarily wrong with Reggie Wayne, you don't spend a top five pick on that, either. He doesn't have near the size/speed/playmaking ability of those who have been taken that high (Andre Johnson/Larry Fitzgerald/Calvin Johnson come to mind) in the past. He's nowhere near that. He's not as big nor as fast as previously thought, which might help quell the top five chatter. To his credit he is a solid route runner and does have solid hands.

Again, all just my personal observation and opinion.