I don't get Jack or Buckner. I think the medicals on Jack are disqualifying at 4, and if RB is a generally devalued position, non-rush LBs have to fall in the same category.
While the measurables are there for Buckner, I'm neither overwhelmed with the talent nor convinced he's a good scheme fit for us.
I dislike the "scheme fit" nonsense that's hit the league since the 3-4 again became prevalent. A guy is good or he isn't, period. People, especially system defensive coaches, who adhere to this "he's not a 3 technique" philosophy religiously are flat out posers.
I like the Parcells philosophy, give me a big talented player over a smaller one.
I think Buckner has the combination of size, athleticism, and power to make a difference for a long time. Players don't gain stats in a vacuum. Pass rushers need talented players around them to succeed.
Buckner is one of those talented players that makes everyone else better. You don't notice his stats directly, but the entire defense benefits or suffers his presence/absence. The addition of both Buckner and Thornton would greatly change the entire defense.
Jack is hilarious. ESPN had a mock draft the other night where they had Jack going to the Cowboys at 4, and they showed highlight after highlight of him running the football and nothing else. I just about laughed out loud.
Fuck the freaks, draft a real football player.
Elliott just makes too much for Dallas to draft so they are just going to outsmart themselves and pass on him for a pick they think makes them look smart.