Titans talk to Heyward-Bey at Combine

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  1. onetontitan

    onetontitan Marioto

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    We can only dream of getting this kid...
     
  2. Deuce Wayne

    Deuce Wayne NOW Y'ALL GET THE MESSICH?!

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    Eh, they'll talk to 50 or so kids. Most the ones they talk to, they dont even draft if they're on the board.
    Plus, he probably wont be there when we pick.
     
  3. Ubiq

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    CJ was the first guy they talked to last year.

    I don't think DHB makes it past picks 18-22. Chicago, Tampa, Philly, Minnesota. Might not make it to those teams if he touches the 4.2s.
     
  4. NewsGrabber

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    Heyward-Bay: Nice fit for Colts or Titans?

    <em>Posted by ESPN.com's Paul Kuharsky</em> <p>INDIANAPOLIS -- The plan at the AFC South Blog is to write extensively about <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=186580" target="_new">Percy Harvin</a> in the next couple days. A lot of people think he's a guy the Colts at No. 27 or the Titans at No. 30 should consider.</p> <p> <table border="0" cellspacing="4" cellpadding="0" width="203" align="right"> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td><img src="http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2009/0220/nfl_g_heyward_bey1_200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td align="left"><font size="1" style="line-height: 1em"> G Fiume/Getty Images</font></td> </tr> <tr> <td>&nbsp;</td> <td align="left"><font size="1" style="line-height: 1em"><strong>Maryland receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey could be a fit in the AFC South.<br /> </strong></font></td> </tr> </table> But a wideout that could be more attractive than Harvin to both receiver-needy AFC South teams at the back of the first round talked earlier Friday at a podium here at Lucas Oil Stadium.</p> <p>Maryland's <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=169167" target="_new">Darrius Heyward-Bey</a> is intriguing -- a big guy at 6-2, 210, he plans to run a 4.4 or better, he scored a lot of long TDs at Maryland, he is a willing blocker and looks to be a solid route-runner, though he needs to show better hands on a consistent basis.</p> <p>I was particularly impressed with what he said differentiates him from other receivers in this draft class. Here are some highlights from his podium session:</p> <p><strong>What type of player are you?</strong></p> <p>"I do believe I'm a game-breaker. I made big plays at College Park and I think I'll continue to do that in the future."</p> <p><strong>How do you explain all the long scoring plays?</strong></p> <p>"I think it's a combination. Being able to make the big plays, having the ability to run after the catch, reverses, make plays downfield. All those things put together, that's how I had long touchdowns in my career."</p> <p><strong>What will you bring into the league?</strong></p> <p>"I think I'll bring a playmaker, somebody who can stretch the field. Being able to have somebody on the field that can run deep during cover-2, that can get other people open, that can open up the running game. When you have somebody who makes play, you're always a threat on the football field."</p> <p><strong>How are you at run blocking down field?</strong></p> <p>"I rate myself pretty good. That's what we did in practice. Understanding the angles, that's key to blocking. You can't go out there and just knock people out. You've got to be able to do the right things, know the scheme. What will you bring to the NFL?"</p> <p><strong>What separates you from other receivers in the draft?</strong></p> <p>"I played in the pro-style offense. I played the West Coast. I understand how to sight-adjust, coverages. I think that's something people don't really think about when it comes to football. Everybody is really worried about the 40 time, worried about how many stats you have. But do you understand football? Are you ready to come into the NFL game and know what you're doing? I think I have that knowledge. I have that ability to pick things up fairly quickly and be on the field early."</p>

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  5. jessestylex

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    anyone that needs to show better hands gets a no from me. we have enough dropped balls.


    get a fast guy with already great hands. no more taking chances. lets get a awesome Mother Efer.
     
  6. Fry

    Fry Welcome to the land of tomorrow!

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    No!
     
  7. ColtKiller

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    It seems to me that you're under the impression that all a guy needs is a sub 4.4 forty and they'll be a legit threat. Being a wide receiver takes a lot more then just speed, route running and blocking for the run are HUGE factors, especially in Dingers offense, and that's where this guy claims to be legit. He's worth a look, obviously, because Jeff's already had a talk with him
     
  8. JayMizzle

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    Where are the Hakeem Nicks quotes? I'm excited about Heyward-Bey but I'm interested in Nicks as well.
     
  9. Deuce Wayne

    Deuce Wayne NOW Y'ALL GET THE MESSICH?!

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    Nicks cares about route running. And we've seen that that's the most important factor other than hands for receivers lately.
    I'm not sold on DHB. I hope he's someone else's bust rather than ours to worry about.
     
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