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Steelers select Bud Dupree in the 1st round
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Welcome aboard Bud. Someone needs to take this defense to its next era. Hope its you.
If Jones can step up and stay healthy on one side, Bud will be on the other.
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He had insane numbers at the combine, though he didn't bench. Did literally 0 draft research this year, but people seem high on him.
Do you take Dupree over Ray? I'm asking. I don't have an opinion either way.
Not me - too raw for my liking...perhaps he turns into something special...
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I'm happy, a lot people had him going top 10.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on...ers-get-a-for-picking-olb-bud-dupree-at-no-22
2015 NFL Draft: Steelers get A+ for picking OLB Bud Dupree at No. 22
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on...ers-get-a-for-picking-olb-bud-dupree-at-no-22
2015 NFL Draft: Steelers get A+ for picking OLB Bud Dupree at No. 22
Glad they took him over Cheech & Chong. He will anchor at LOLB.
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Absolutely a win for the franchise. I still believe in Shark, so OLB was the pick.
Jones can now move to his natural hustle/high motor/chase position on the strong side.
Never thought Dupree would fall, but the run on WRs and a shockingly TWO running backs in the first half of the 1st round made it happen.
Jones can now move to his natural hustle/high motor/chase position on the strong side.
Never thought Dupree would fall, but the run on WRs and a shockingly TWO running backs in the first half of the 1st round made it happen.
I figured it was going to be You, Me or Dupree
ray comes with two red flags , and now in denver one of the flag is red and green
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I love the pick! Welcome to the Steelers, Bud! Glad they didn't go after the guys with questionable character.
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No way did I see him dropping to us.
Instead of reaching we made a nice pick!
Instead of reaching we made a nice pick!
Know nothing about him. Glad so many like this pick.
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Perfect size for LOLB while Ray was a better fit for the right side. A big-time athlete who will need time to develop.
I'm happy with it...the LOLB in this system needs to be a bigger guy like this...everything points to him having the talent and ability.
Combine report
Overview
Was a team captain in 2014. Finished his senior season with 7.5 sacks and 23.5 for his career, which was the most by any active SEC player. He finished second on the team in tackles with 74, including 12.5 tackles for loss. Had his first career interception against South Carolina and returned it six yards for the game-winning touchdown. Started the final 38 games of his career and had 36 tackles for loss in his 45-game career. Was a quarterfinalist for the LOTT Trophy, given to a student-athlete that embodies integrity, maturity, performance, academics, community and tenacity. First-team all-state in Georgia, where he was a four-year starter at tight end and a three-year starter at defensive end. Had 10 receiving touchdowns and 10 sacks as a senior. Also won a state title in basketball.
Pro Day Results
20-yard short shuttle: 4.47 seconds
Three-cone drill: 7.49 seconds
Analysis
Strengths Freakish athlete with chiseled frame. Posted incredible 42-inch vertical leap and 4.56 40 at the combine while weighing 269 pounds. Outstanding power with ability to rag-doll tight ends at will. Should be an above average edge-setter. Good transition from playing run to rushing quarterback in play-action. Explosive closing burst. Willing thumper when he has a shot on running back. Can drop into space and play zone. Raw, but learning with huge growth potential as a player. Has strength at the point to be a physical edge-setter. Scouts give him plus grade for character.
Weaknesses Tall but not long. Wins with athleticism over skill at this point. Some scouts believe his instincts are below average, leading to hesitation. Will get caught taking bad angles to the ball. Needs to improve hand fighting. Still raw rushing the passer. Doesn't possess a go-to pass-rush move. Appears to lack urgency in-game.
Draft Projection Round 1
Sources Tell Us "He's a little slow to diagnose, which causes him to get a late start on plays. I would ask him to drop into space in zone dog looks and that's about it. To me, he's a pure see 'em, get 'em 3-4 rush end." -- NFC East regional scout
NFL Comparison Jamie Collins
Bottom Line Dupree is an explosive, powerful athlete with a background in basketball. While he's been productive at Kentucky, his tape doesn't always do his potential justice. He must continue to improve as a pass rusher, but his traits are undeniable. Difference between being good and great might be his coordinator.
Overview
Was a team captain in 2014. Finished his senior season with 7.5 sacks and 23.5 for his career, which was the most by any active SEC player. He finished second on the team in tackles with 74, including 12.5 tackles for loss. Had his first career interception against South Carolina and returned it six yards for the game-winning touchdown. Started the final 38 games of his career and had 36 tackles for loss in his 45-game career. Was a quarterfinalist for the LOTT Trophy, given to a student-athlete that embodies integrity, maturity, performance, academics, community and tenacity. First-team all-state in Georgia, where he was a four-year starter at tight end and a three-year starter at defensive end. Had 10 receiving touchdowns and 10 sacks as a senior. Also won a state title in basketball.
Pro Day Results
20-yard short shuttle: 4.47 seconds
Three-cone drill: 7.49 seconds
Analysis
Strengths Freakish athlete with chiseled frame. Posted incredible 42-inch vertical leap and 4.56 40 at the combine while weighing 269 pounds. Outstanding power with ability to rag-doll tight ends at will. Should be an above average edge-setter. Good transition from playing run to rushing quarterback in play-action. Explosive closing burst. Willing thumper when he has a shot on running back. Can drop into space and play zone. Raw, but learning with huge growth potential as a player. Has strength at the point to be a physical edge-setter. Scouts give him plus grade for character.
Weaknesses Tall but not long. Wins with athleticism over skill at this point. Some scouts believe his instincts are below average, leading to hesitation. Will get caught taking bad angles to the ball. Needs to improve hand fighting. Still raw rushing the passer. Doesn't possess a go-to pass-rush move. Appears to lack urgency in-game.
Draft Projection Round 1
Sources Tell Us "He's a little slow to diagnose, which causes him to get a late start on plays. I would ask him to drop into space in zone dog looks and that's about it. To me, he's a pure see 'em, get 'em 3-4 rush end." -- NFC East regional scout
NFL Comparison Jamie Collins
Bottom Line Dupree is an explosive, powerful athlete with a background in basketball. While he's been productive at Kentucky, his tape doesn't always do his potential justice. He must continue to improve as a pass rusher, but his traits are undeniable. Difference between being good and great might be his coordinator.