(02-11-2023, 11:59 AM)flgatorsandjags Wrote:

(02-11-2023, 11:33 AM)IKhan't Wrote: I also took into account the huge size difference between Kancey and Brooks. Brooks is almost a full 4 inches taller and approximately 23 lbs. heavier. Smaller DT's like Aaron Donald are "unicorns" in the NFL. DT's who are undersized like Kancey, normally have a harder time shedding blocks from bigger, stronger interior linemen in the NFL. That was a big consideration for me as well. As far as Kancey as a player, he may or may not succeed in the NFL. None of us know yet. If you like him, fine. I prefer Karl Brooks. We don't all have to like the same guys. I don't hate Kancey. I actually like him, but certainly not in round 1. I have Kancey as more of a late 2nd, early 3rd round pick. I have players at other positions ranked much higher than him. If you think Kancey is a first rounder, that is your right.

This makes a lot more sense saying his size is a concern.   That's why I would love it if he did fall to our 2nd pick and we could get Torrence in the first and Kancey in the 2nd.  Would be a dream 1st 2 picks for me

I'm enjoying this debate regarding traits to look for when evaluating a potential NFL draft choice. You both make good points to support your views. The reason teams like the Ravens and Steelers succeed is due to talent evaluators like Ozzie Newsome, Chuck Noll, etc. Although even they made draft mistakes, their successes far outnumbered the failures.

Aaron Donald is great for a number of reasons. His quickness and strength are undeniable and he uses his lack of height as an advantage in gaining leverage over the offensive linemen who try to contain him. In addition to these physical traits, he is extremely tough (mentally and physically), has a great work ethic and a great passion for the game. He constantly studies film and is known for his work-out regimens which began in his youth. These intangibles are what separate him from others. There are many other great NFL players who were able to overcome physical "limitations" such as Robert Mathis, Zack Thomas and even Tom Brady due to these same intangibles. 

Calijah Kancey is a very intriguing prospect who certainly has a lot in common with Donald, including the college they both played for. I hope the Jaguars thoroughly scout him to determine if he has the necessary intangibles (work ethic, toughness, passion for the game, etc) to become a great player in the NFL. While some mocks like Mel Kiper have him as a 1st rounder (pick 10), others have him as low as round 3 due to his being "undersized." While he isn't at the top of my "Big Board," I wouldn't have a problem at all with the Jaguars taking him in round 1 IF our scouting department believes he has the traits (both tangible and intangible) to overcome his lack of size.

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