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Madmike90
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 Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 7:59 pm Post subject: The Chicago Bears Select…WR…Alshon Jeffery…South Carolina |
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With the 45th Overall Pick in the 2012 NFL Draft…The Chicago Bears Select…
WR…Alshon Jeffery…South Carolina…
Personal Information…
Two-way player at Calhoun County, graduating in 2009... named first-team All-State by The State as a defensive back... caught 35 passes for 740 yards and 14 TDs as a senior... averaged 65 yards on kickoff returns and 35 yards on punt returns with three touchdowns... totaled 50 tackles on defense... selected to the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas and the Under Armour All-American Game... logged 910 yards receiving and 14 touchdowns as a junior in 2007... ranked 99th on Rivals.com's Top 100 list... considered the nation's 13th-best wide receiver and the fourth-best player in the state of South Carolina by the website... was a four-star recruit and the 22nd-best wide receiver in the nation, according to Scout.com... ranked as the 74th-best player in the nation by PrepStar... regarded as the fourth-best player in the state of South Carolina by SuperPrep... ranked 103rd on the ESPNU 150... also was a standout on the basketball court... helped Calhoun County win four state titles... coached on the hardwood by former Gamecock standout Zam Fredrick Sr... originally committed to Southern Cal and also considered Tennessee among many offers...working towards a degree in sociology... brother, Shamier, is a 2011 South Carolina signee.
Workout Numbers...
Height: 6-2'7”
Weight: 216lbs
Arm Lenght: 33"
40 Yard Dash: 4.48
20 Yard Dash: 2.63
10 Yard Dash: 1.64
Bench Press Reps: n/a
Vertical Jump: 36.5”
Broad Jump: 10’ 2”
20 Yard Shuttle: 4.17
3 Cone Drill: 6.74
The Scouts Take…
| Quote: | Release: Uses his size, good strength and a very effective jab step to quickly gain clearance against press corners. Doesn't possess elite straight-line speed, but can lull defenders asleep with his long-strides and sneak behind the coverage for the long ball.
Hands: Possesses a rare combination of hand-eye coordination, body control and hand strength. Can make the circus grab look easy and already has compiled an impressive number of dazzling one-handed grabs (Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky). Good flexibility to extend and pluck the ball high and wide, as well as behind him. Tracks the ball well over either shoulder. Does have a tendency to let passes get into his chest too often and will drop more balls than he should due
to the fact that he's trying to elude defenders before he has the pass secured. This appears to be simply a concentration issue as Jeffery has already demonstrated the natural pass-catching skills usually reserved for Pro Bowl receivers.
Route running: If there is an area of concern for scouts, this would be it. Many of Jeffery's routes in South Carolina's offense are relatively simple quick screens, slants, crossers and fades. He does not possess the elite speed, which may allow NFL cornerbacks to squat on underneath routes. He runs with good balance and is a developing route-runner, but isn't always capable of shaking off cornerbacks to gain real separation due to the fact that he lacks true explosiveness out of his cuts. When he is asked to run double moves, Jeffery often rounds off his cuts, gaining freedom more due to a series of shoulder fakes and adjusting his speeds, rather than exploding out of his breaks. To Jeffery's credit, his size and body control make him open even when he is effectively covered. He understands how to position himself in front of the defender and is remarkably effective in plucking the ball out of the air in jump-ball situations even when pitted against some of the top cornerbacks in the country (Alabama, Florida).
After the catch: A nightmare for most collegiate cornerbacks to handle once he gets the ball in his hands. While perhaps lacking in top-end speed, Jeffery has good acceleration for a receiver of his size and can expose cracks in the defense because of it. He has above average elusiveness when in the open field, as well. Where he'll make his money in the NFL, however, is because of his strength and balance. Jeffery often spins by, runs through or simply bounces his way out of prospective tackles and fights for additional yardage. He possesses a stiff arm that some running backs could take pointers from. At times when doing so, however, he allows the ball outside of his frame, exposing it for defenders to rip away from him (Florida State).
Blocking: A bit inconsistent in this area. Uses his size and strength to shield off defenders, helping his teammates with some big plays. Considering his physical tools, however, he isn't (yet) the dominator in this regard that he someday could be...
Intangibles: Originally committed to a different USC -- Southern California -- out of high school before switching back to his local Gamecocks. Was a key member of a Calhoun County high school basketball team that won four consecutive state titles. |
| Quote: | Positives -- Big body, is capable of shielding even the biggest corners from the ball... A great red zone target due to his size and leaping ability... Smooth athlete who makes some of the toughest catches look routine... Special player down the field, has great body control and a terrific vertical leap... Has a huge catch radius, throw the ball anywhere around him and he'll make a play on it... A load to bring down when he gets to full speed, has some run after the catch ability... Has the size and strength to be a good run blocker, should continue to develop in this area in the NFL... Has massive 10¼" hands, can make the circus catch and one handed grabs... Ended his career on a high note by putting up 148 yards in three quarters against Nebraska in the Capital One Bowl, including a 51-yard Hail Mary catch for a touchdown at the end of the first half... Came to the combine in better shape than expected, appears willing to work hard to stay in shape... Drop off in production as a junior may not be a full reflection on him, South Carolina had some atrocious quarterback play all season and their star running back Marcus Lattimore went out for the season with a left knee injury so teams were more focused on stopping Jeffery.
Negatives -- At South Carolina was mostly asked to run vertical routes and doesn't have a developed route tree... Fails to gain separation at the collegiate level on underneath routes and with double moves... Has some problems with press coverage, doesn't have quick feet off the line and will let corners get into his body which will knock him off his routes... A long strider with good build up speed but lacks initial quickness... Will let the ball get into his body, doesn't always attack the football with his hands... Production fell off completely from his sophomore to junior season, went from 88 receptions, 1,517 yards and nine touchdowns down to 49, 762, and eight and he did play in every single game as a junior... Still very raw, tough to tell if he's the next Calvin Johnson or if he'll be the next Mike/Reggie Williams, will be very dependent on his work ethic and the offense he falls into... Considering how talented he is, he should have stood out more during his junior season, failed to make an impact in most of South Carolina's games... Was ejected in South Carolina's bowl game vs. Nebraska for retaliating after Alfonzo Dennard threw a punch during a scuffle. |
| Quote: | Strengths
Jeffery is a lanky prospect who uses his size well to make plays on the ball downfield. He has a massive pair of hands to go with his long arms and is an elite receiver once the ball is in the air. He has the anticipation and jumping ability to high point the ball over nearly any corner he faces. Off the line of scrimmage, he is non-explosive but uses his hands and a subtle jab step to keep defenders at bay. He can work into his route and get back on top of his defender after beating a jam. He will be a prime candidate for back-shoulder fades in the red zone.
Weaknesses
Jeffery is an elite jump-ball prospect, but he does not stand out as fast on tape and is such a long strider that at times he looks to be moving in slow motion. Speed will never be his game, but he needs to become more comfortable in his routes to work the corner and truly gain separation. The development of his route-running skills will be the key to his success. Jeffery was bit uncoordinated early in his career and only began to look comfortable in his body toward the end of his collegiate career. |
Career Highlights...
Alshon vs. Nebraska...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDm6zqkuFIY
Alshon vs. Florida (Janoris Jenkins)...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5tH53cLW4U&feature=related
Alshon Career Highlights...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He63Wocae1g
Career Stats...
2009…46 receptions…763 yards…16.59 YPC…6 TDs
2010…88 receptions…1517 yards…17.24 YPC…9 TDs
2011…49 receptions…762 yards…15.55 YPC…8 TDs
ChicagoBears.com Breakdown...
| Quote: | Jeffery started 33-of-40 games at split end for South Carolina, catching 183 passes for 3,042 yards (16.62 ypc) and 23 touchdowns...The receiver caught a pass in each of his final 36 games as a Gamecock, ranking second in school history behind the 43-game streak produced by Kenny McKinley (2005-0 ...During Jeffery's three seasons at South Carolina, the Gamecocks posted 27 wins, including a school-record 11-win campaign in 2011...Ranks second in school history with his 183 catches, topped by only Kenny McKinley (207)...His 3,042 receiving yards topped McKinley's previous school alltime record of 2,781 yards...Tied Sidney Rice (2005-06) for the Gamecocks career-record with 23 touchdown catches...Finished seventh on the school all-time record chart with an average of 16.62 yards per reception...His twelve 100-yard receiving performances topped the old South Carolina career-record of eleven by Sidney Rice...Established school season records with 88 receptions for 1,517 yards in 2010, breaking the previous marks of 1,143 yards by Sidney Rice in 2005 and 77 catches by Kenny McKinley in 2007...His 763 yards receiving in 2009 and 762 in 2011 rank tenth and eleventh, respectively, on the season-record chart...His nine touchdown grabs in 2010 and eight in 2011 rank tied for sixth and tied for ninth, respectively, on the Gamecocks annual record list...Jeffery's eight 100-yard receiving performances in 2010 set a school season-record...Gained 192 yards receiving vs. Auburn in 2010, the fourth-highest game total in school history...Only Sidney Rice (five vs. Florida Atlantic in 2006) had more touchdown receptions in a game than Jeffery's three vs. Kentucky in 2009.
2011 SEASON The team captain was named All-Southeastern Conference second-team by the league's coaches, as the Biletnikoff, Walter Camp and Maxwell Award watch lists member started all but the Navy game at split end...Led the team for the third consecutive year with 49 receptions for 762 yards (11th-best season total in school history), averaging 15.55 yards per catch, as his eight touchdown grabs rank tied for ninth on the Gamecocks annual record chart...Began the year with 92 yards on five catches vs. East Carolina...Posted touchdowns of 20 and 24 yards while collecting 95 yards on five catches vs. Kentucky...Made five more receptions for 81 yards and a 32-yard score vs. The Citadel.
2010 SEASON One of three finalists for the Biletnikoff Award, presented to nation's top receiver, the first-team All-American selection by The NFL Draft Report, American Football Coaches Association, Football Writers Association Phil Steele and ESPN.com, Jeffery added second-team honors from Walter Camp, Associated Press, Sports Illustrated and College Football News...The unanimous first-team All-SEC pick started all 14 games at split end, ranking fifth in the nation for receiving yards (108.36 ypg) and placed second in the conference with an average of 6.29 receptions per game...Set school season-records with 88 receptions for 1,517 yards, as his average of 17.24 yards per catch rank tenth and his nine touchdown grabs tied for sixth on the Gamecocks' annual record chart...Also made a solo tackle vs. Florida State in the Chick-fil-A Bowl, adding nine catches for 130 yards in that 26-17 loss...Set the school season-record with eight 100-yard receiving performances that included 106 yards on seven grabs vs. Southern Mississippi and 103 yards on another seven catches to begin his sophomore campaign...Just missed a third-straight 100-yard game with 97 on five catches vs. Furman...Had the fourth-best receiving game in Carolina history with 192 yards and two touchdowns on eight receptions at Auburn, including a 69-yard score...Logged a seven-catch, 127-yard performance vs. Alabama, including a highlightreel one-handed grab on the sideline with a defender grabbing his jersey... Hauled in a career-high nine passes for 158 yards at Vanderbilt, including a season-long 72-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter to seal the win...Had three catches for 87 yards vs. Tennessee, including a 70-yard touchdown...Missed another 100-yard game by one with seven catches for 99 yards vs. Arkansas...Caught five passes for 123 yards in the first half vs. Troy...Had a touchdown catch among five grabs for 141 yards in win over Clemson, earning Ernest Brooks Offensive MVP accolades.
2009 SEASON Jeffery received first-team Freshman All-American honors from the Football Writers Association, Phil Steele, Scout.com and College Football News, adding first-team SEC All-Freshman honors from the league's coaches...Named fourth-team All-SEC (overall squad) by Phil Steele...Played in all 13 games, starting the final seven contests at split end... Led the squad with 46 catches for 763 yards (tenth-best on the school season-record list), an average of 16.59 yards, as he also registered six touchdowns...Averaged 58.7 yards and 3.54 catches per game, the eighth and 10th best marks respectively in the SEC, as he was the only freshman in the top ten in either category...Recorded five catches for 56 yards through the first five games but had 41 catches for 707 yards over the final eight contests...Caught his first touchdown pass, a 20-yarder, vs. South Carolina State...Named the SEC Freshman of the Week for his performance vs. Kentucky, as he caught seven passes for 138 yards and three touchdowns, including a spectacular one-handed grab in that contest. The three scoring tied for the second-highest single game mark in school history...Earned his first start at Alabama, and responded by catching four passes for 83 yards, including a 52-yarder, vs. the Tide...Totaled a season-best 161 receiving yards on eight catches that included the game-winning 43-yard touchdown in a 14-10 defeat of Vanderbilt...Had his third 100-yard receiving game when he went for 116 yards on five grabs at Arkansas, including a career-long 80-yard scoring catch. |
Phil Emery on Alshon Jeffery...
http://www.chicagobears.com/multimedia/
Area Scout on Jeffery...
http://www.chicagobears.com/multimedia/
My Take...
Mike Mayock stole my line when he said…”what kid is going to show up?”…if Jeffery stays around 215-220lbs…if he puts in the work on the practice field, the film room & the weight room we could have ourselves a steal picking him up at #45…his talent is unquestionable but talent will only take you so far when making the jump to the NFL…Jeffery still has to answer questions around his work ethic & passion for the game and if he can’t then we will have another Mike Williams on our hands…hopefully the locker room will straighten him out and everything will go well but there is no doubt in my mind this is a risky selection that could go either way.
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| Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 8:01 pm Post subject: |
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I like this...
Redzone is gona be a dangerous area...
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| Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 8:01 pm Post subject: |
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yes!
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| And everyone loves Emery again |
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mjh91
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YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!
I've wanted this guy for so long!
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| This should perk up a lot of the people who were down on the McClellin pick. |
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| Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 8:02 pm Post subject: |
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| What did the Bears give up to move up the five spots? |
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DaMike
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| Love this pick. |
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| Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 8:04 pm Post subject: |
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Awwwwwwww yeeeeeeaaaaaahhhhhh!! 
Great pick! In Emery we trust.
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| Chicago has the best Receiving core in the North.. hands down |
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I like the pick hopefully he is motivated to stay in shape and want to live up to his potential.
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| The Cutlery wrote: | | What did the Bears give up to move up the five spots? |
Our 5th apparently. Not official yet though
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| The Cutlery wrote: | | What did the Bears give up to move up the five spots? |
I think the 150th pick
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| IronMike84 wrote: | | This should perk up a lot of the people who were down on the McClellin pick. |
While I Wasn't doubting Emery in any way, this pick makes me so happy!!!
So yes, your right
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