cloppbeast
Footballguy
I believe WR Jared Abbrederis (Wisconsin) will do well in the NFL. He plays technically sound football without displaying greedily sought after physical tools.
Abbrederis won't dominate against professional competition, but his talent lack should not be exaggerated. At the combine, the Wisconsin Badger actually measured decently: 4.50 40, 6.80 3-cone, 4.08 short shuttle. More importantly, his tape shows a receiver getting open on almost every play. Granted, his technical proficiency helped him gain separation, but this should not serve as an indictment of his talent. Running good routes requires unteachable traits like hip flexibility and agility, not to mention determination. Unlike other receivers with more 'upside', we already know Abbrederis possesses these qualities.
I would gladly have this guy with an early 2nd round rookie pick. Fortunately, I won't have to spend that to get him.
Abbrederis won't dominate against professional competition, but his talent lack should not be exaggerated. At the combine, the Wisconsin Badger actually measured decently: 4.50 40, 6.80 3-cone, 4.08 short shuttle. More importantly, his tape shows a receiver getting open on almost every play. Granted, his technical proficiency helped him gain separation, but this should not serve as an indictment of his talent. Running good routes requires unteachable traits like hip flexibility and agility, not to mention determination. Unlike other receivers with more 'upside', we already know Abbrederis possesses these qualities.
I would gladly have this guy with an early 2nd round rookie pick. Fortunately, I won't have to spend that to get him.