Your opinions on the 2015 NFL Draft?

SPC Patrick Caldwell — Wed, 06 May 2015 13:31:16 -0400

Looking to get some good conversation rolling about the results of the 2015 NFL Draft, and am always open to debates. Some quick thoughts I had on the draft:

1. The New York Jets had an expensive yet exceptional offseason. The acquisitions of Darrelle Revis, Antonio Cromartie and Buster Skrine help solidify that secondary. Let's not forget the signing of star WR Brandon Marshall. If he's back at 100%, that's a solid target for whoever is under center. The draft brought a steal at #6 overall, Leonard Williams to the Jets. His versatility will help make that D-line top-5 in the NFL alongside Muhammad Wilkerson and Sheldon Richardson. Picking up Devin Smith and Bryce Petty in the next two rounds gives the Jets quite a future. Petty just might start by the end of the season for all we know.

2. The St. Louis Rams might have raised a few eyebrows following their picks, but I think they're holding true to who they are; a power-running offense. Todd Gurley in the first round is a great compliment to Tre Mason and either can be an every-down back. Their defense is already fairly solid, but drafting 4 O-linemen that are primarily great at run-blocking is a great step in the direction Jeff Fisher wants to take his team. QB Sean Mannion, who they drafted in the third round, is able to work with a power-run offense and use play-action passes to his advantage if need be (when he plays of course). Will Nick Foles return to his 27 TD/2 INT-level of playing?

3. What can we expect from the San Diego Chargers this year? The drafting of Melvin Gordon certainly improves their running game, but with 5 total picks in the draft they haven't added much depth. Will they be able to compete with the Kansas City Chiefs, who drafted mainly for need? Will they be able to take a victory against the Denver Broncos this year? This may be Peyton Manning's last rodeo, but we'll have to see whether the 39-year old will be able to stay healthy.

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Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 6 at 2015 1:34 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 May 2015 13:34:01 -0400

My opinion is that they are overpaid whiney law breaking brats, so I dont follow pro sports anymore.

Response by COL Jean (John) F. B. made May 6 at 2015 1:46 PM

COL Jean (John) F. B. — Wed, 06 May 2015 13:46:49 -0400

I watched every minute of the television coverage, as well as a lot of pre-draft and post-draft coverage. Very interesting process.

I also watched (again) the movie "Draft Day", which was fully supported by the NFL. It was very well done and a great movie.

As a die-hard Alabama Crimson Tide and SEC supporter, I was pleased with the showing of Alabama and SEC draft eligible personnel, particularly Amari Cooper and Landon Collins. Bama had 13 eligible and 7 selected. Five of the other six have signed contracts with NFL teams as free agents and the only one who has not, Blake Sims, quarterback, has a tryout with the Packers.

Response by SFC Michael Jackson, MBA made May 6 at 2015 6:45 PM

SFC Michael Jackson, MBA — Wed, 06 May 2015 18:45:58 -0400

I was concerned with the picks of the Cowboys. I think the Cowboys had a good draft. In my opinion, the defense needs work. Dallas picked up defense players and two offensive players, a blocking TE and a tackle. both will help strengthen Dallas running cababilities. smart move when you have an injury prone RB. Im pleased with my team's draft.
glad they didnt sell out or mortgage the farm for a RB when already have four

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 6 at 2015 10:00 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 May 2015 22:00:09 -0400

Denver got a steal in moving up for Ray.
Cowboys didn't get a running back, they better get one by pre-season.

Response by SPC Michael King made May 6 at 2015 10:20 PM

SPC Michael King — Wed, 06 May 2015 22:20:47 -0400

I'm a huge rams fan and really liked their draft.....provided the linemen pan out. Mannion is the perfect quarterback for them to groom for a year. They only need a guy to throw 15-20 passes a game and complete 9-12 of them.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made May 7 at 2015 1:03 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 07 May 2015 01:03:56 -0400

1. I think you are too high on the Jets offseason acquisitions. It is my belief that Revis is the only good pick-up in there, as the others are past prime. Marshall might prove me wrong, but not with the QB play there. I don't know if there was a worse situation for Bryce Petty to go to. He was a system QB in college, and now he is going to a place where there is not an established #1 that he could have learned from for a couple years. Put him in Dallas, Denver, New England, and I think he is a much better QB in 4 years.
2. I think the Rams are definitely postured for success, I loved their draft, it is not just for this year it is for the next 4-5 years. I again this Mannion needs time behind Foles this year at least to learn .
3. San Diego was very perplexing, I don't think the Bolts have enough in the stable to hang with the Broncos or the Chiefs.

My Top Draft Classes
1. ATL
2. MIN
3. HOU
4. CIN
5. NO

Response by SSG Keven Lahde made May 7 at 2015 8:03 PM

SSG Keven Lahde — Thu, 07 May 2015 20:03:03 -0400

I am a Vikings fan and what we did, not trading any pick or trying to get back into the first round, to me was a huge plus. We stuck to a game plan and drafted needs and filled voids. Trae Waynes will be star in the years to come and opposite Rhodes, that should be a sound corners for years to comes. And drafting ERIC KENDRICKS in the second round and T.J. Clemmings in the fourth round, who was projected by many a late 1st round despite a few injury concerns, was the steal of the draft I think. So over all we had an excellent draft and I am looking forward to this up coming season.