(04-23-2023, 01:48 PM)flsprtsgod Wrote:

(04-23-2023, 01:41 PM)jaglou53 Wrote: I agree that Branch would provide more immediate help at a position of need than anyone else in this class. More important than that, I do believe he will become a key player for years to come despite not playing the more valued position of outside cornerback. He is, in my opinion, a perfect example of a guy you can't judge due to his combine numbers. He plays much faster than his timed speed, never misses a tackle and can be used in several ways such as in blitz packages. I do believe he will be available at pick 24 and would have no problem whatsoever if they take him. That being said, I'd likely prefer Joey Porter since it's much harder to find potential shutdown cornerbacks than nickels who primarily cover slot receivers or strong safeties- the 2 positions Branch are most likely to play.

I really don't see them taking a DB early in this draft, the shortage of talent on this team if far more serious on the lines, especially in 2024.

(04-23-2023, 01:41 PM)jaglou53 Wrote:

(04-23-2023, 01:27 PM)flgatorsandjags Wrote: Branch could be a game changer for this defense and I think a potential All Pro at SS.  Not sure we have ever had a player like him.  He's a different type of player in the secondary.  I could see us using him like GB used Charles Woodson when the moved him to safety and he won defensive player of the year.  I hope Branch is there when we pick just to have that option.  A lot of these pass rushers and olineman that will be available when we pick I don't think could help us this year as much as Branch could as well

I agree that Branch would provide more immediate help at a position of need than anyone else in this class. More important than that, I do believe he will become a key player for years to come despite not playing the more valued position of outside cornerback. He is, in my opinion, a perfect example of a guy you can't judge due to his combine numbers. He plays much faster than his timed speed, never misses a tackle and can be used in several ways such as in blitz packages. I do believe he will be available at pick 24 and would have no problem whatsoever if they take him. That being said, I'd likely prefer Joey Porter since it's much harder to find potential shutdown cornerbacks than nickels who primarily cover slot receivers or strong safeties- the 2 positions Branch are most likely to play.