This years draft has to be one of the best drafts that we have had in years as far as actual substance. We drafted for need and we also got good solid football players out of it as well.
1rst round - Gosder Cherlius RT -Boston College Gosder is a big ( 6'7" 315lbs ) strong tackle who is known for his mean streak. He was moved to left tackle for his senior season and didn't fair as well but was well known as a right tackle the previous year. He was one of the most talked about players at the senior bowl during all the workouts and battles with the d-lineman including Sedrick Ellis. I believe he will be our starting right tackle for the start of the season and help solidify our o-line. Some people have criticized this pick saying there were other tackles like Otah on the board when he was selected but they are left tackles not right tackles. Remember the right tackle position is geared more towards run blocking and the left is a pass blocking position. Gosder is clearly a better run blocker than pass. Solid pick and should be one those hard working players who will give you everything he has on every play.
2nd round - Jordan Dizon Colorado Jordan is an undersized MLB but has great instincts and the motor you want at that position. Several people have already said, dare i say will remind alot of Speilman. Now most Lions fan would do naked cartwheels down I94 during rush hour if that were to happen. He is another one of those tough guy's who will give it all on every play. When describing our first 2 picks the term mean streak comes up alot. With Dizon roaming the middle and Sims and Lenon on both sides that should be an upgrade.
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