Heyward-Bey a nice fit for Colts or Titans?

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  1. NewsGrabber

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    <em>Posted by ESPN.com's Paul Kuharsky</em> <p>INDIANAPOLIS -- The plan at the AFC South Blog is to write extensively about <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=186580" target="_new">Percy Harvin</a> in the next couple days. A lot of people think he's a guy the Colts at No. 27 or the Titans at No. 30 should consider.</p> <p> <table border="0" cellspacing="4" cellpadding="0" width="203" align="right"> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td><img src="http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2009/0220/nfl_g_heyward_bey1_200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td align="left"><font size="1" style="line-height: 1em"> G Fiume/Getty Images</font></td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td align="left"><font size="1" style="line-height: 1em"><strong>Maryland receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey could be a fit in the AFC South.<br /> </strong></font></td> </tr> </table> But a wideout that could be more attractive than Harvin to both receiver-needy AFC South teams at the back of the first round talked earlier Friday at a podium here at Lucas Oil Stadium.</p> <p>Maryland's <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=169167" target="_new">Darrius Heyward-Bey</a> is intriguing -- a big guy at 6-2, 210, he plans to run a 4.4 or better, he scored a lot of long TDs at Maryland, he is a willing blocker and looks to be a solid route-runner, though he needs to show better hands on a consistent basis.</p> <p>I was particularly impressed with what he said differentiates him from other receivers in this draft class. Here are some highlights from his podium session:</p> <p><strong>What type of player are you?</strong></p> <p>"I do believe I'm a game-breaker. I made big plays at College Park and I think I'll continue to do that in the future."</p> <p><strong>How do you explain all the long scoring plays?</strong></p> <p>"I think it's a combination. Being able to make the big plays, having the ability to run after the catch, reverses, make plays downfield. All those things put together, that's how I had long touchdowns in my career."</p> <p><strong>What will you bring into the league?</strong></p> <p>"I think I'll bring a playmaker, somebody who can stretch the field. Being able to have somebody on the field that can run deep during cover-2, that can get other people open, that can open up the running game. When you have somebody who makes play, you're always a threat on the football field."</p> <p><strong>How are you at run blocking down field?</strong></p> <p>"I rate myself pretty good. That's what we did in practice. Understanding the angles, that's key to blocking. You can't go out there and just knock people out. You've got to be able to do the right things, know the scheme. What will you bring to the NFL?"</p> <p><strong>What separates you from other receivers in the draft?</strong></p> <p>"I played in the pro-style offense. I played the West Coast. I understand how to sight-adjust, coverages. I think that's something people don't really think about when it comes to football. Everybody is really worried about the 40 time, worried about how many stats you have. But do you understand football? Are you ready to come into the NFL game and know what you're doing? I think I have that knowledge. I have that ability to pick things up fairly quickly and be on the field early."</p>

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  2. wplatham

    wplatham U of M Class of 2012

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    I haven't looked into this guy too much, but I really like his answer to that last question. A guy with great size and speed who is a student of the game with a high football IQ? Sounds good to me. I will be looking forward to hearing more about this guy in the next few weeks.
     
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    pretty much took the words outta my mouth......that answer was perfect, and i would love to see hom on the Titans....he may not be as flasy or have the stats as some of these other dudes, but he is a good footballer


    reminds me of andre johnson
     
  4. RollTide

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    If he puts up a 4.35 40 time he'll be gone before we pick.


    Always a premium on speed. Britt and nicks are the most likely guys for us with the 30th pick.
     
  5. Banger21

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    This guy is just what we need, someone who can stretch the field with a big play. Don't let the numbers fool you, he played in an offense that wasn't key on passing nor did he have a QB to get him the ball. From the film I've seen on him, he just looks like an NFL reciever to me...could be the real deal.
     
  6. RollTide

    RollTide All-Pro

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    No concern from anyone that he was not a big time producer in the ACC? Never came close to a 1000 yard season and his average yards per catch are not mind blowing at all.

    Troy williamson comes to mind here. I like nicks and britt better..
     
  7. RollTide

    RollTide All-Pro

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    Bey, 3 seasons.

    4 100 yard games

    20 games with less than 50 yards
     
  8. Fry

    Fry Welcome to the land of tomorrow!

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    all track star, no football player.
     
  9. CRUDS

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    How the heck is this guy considered a first rounder with numbers like these (ACC nontheless)?
     
  10. RollTide

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    Interesting combine numbers.

    He ran a blazing 4.30 40 but his shuttle and cone times were middle of the pack. Brian hartline had a better cone, shuttle and 60 yard shuttle times. He's fast but only in a straight line?


    I'm glad he ran a 4.30 that means he will be gone before we draft.
     
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