Category Archives: 2017 NFL Draft

NFL Week 1 Roster Data Analysis (Colleges)

By Greg DePalma, OFN Executive Producer   NFL Week 1 Roster Data Analysis SEC COUNTRY: Alabama and LSU were tied for the most players on NFL Kickoff 2017 active rosters with 39 each, the NFL announced earlier this month. LSU has … Continue reading

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2017 Washington Redskins’ Draft & OTA Review

Jonathan Allen looked every bit the part of a future Pro Bowl talent in the Redskins’ OTAs. Smart, quick, and athletic in his play. It didn’t take long for one of the top players in the draft to move up … Continue reading

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2017 Tennessee Titans’ Draft & OTA Review

The Titans had their first winning season in five years last fall and may have made the playoffs if Marcus Mariota would not have broken his leg. General Manager Jon Robinson laid a good foundation for his franchise by drafting … Continue reading

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2017 Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Draft & OTA Review

OJ Howard fell in the draft and the beneficiary was the Bucs who added one more weapon to Jameis Winston’s arsenal. The projected top 10 pick is a tools-rich, hard working athlete who is experienced in a pro style offense. … Continue reading

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2017 Seattle Seahawks’ Draft & OTA Review

The Seahawks lost a week of OTA practices after the NFL penalized the ball club for excessive contact for the third time in off-season practices. Seattle also lost a fifth round 2017 draft choice. Seattle sees Malik McDowell as a … Continue reading

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2017 San Francisco 49ers’ Draft & OTA Review

San Francisco traded down one spot with Chicago and still got their man in Solomon Thomas. He had to miss OTAs due to the NFL graduation rule but he fits into the 49ers’ plans at left defensive end. The explosive … Continue reading

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2017 Pittsburgh Steelers’ Draft & OTA Review

No position needed an upgrade more than edge rusher on the Steelers’ draft priority board. James Harrison gathered in five sacks last season which led the team. But age and time catches up to all great players and no one … Continue reading

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2017 Philadelphia Eagles’ Draft & OTA Review

Free agency for the Eagles was stacked on the offensive side of the ball as was last year’s draft headed by Carson Wentz. The defense needed to be addressed, especially in the secondary with a hell-bent-for-leather pass rusher. He’s not … Continue reading

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2017 Oakland Raiders’ Draft & OTA Review

Quick study Gareon Conley has been getting work at the slot corner position. Oakland likes his length and speed to match up with slot receivers and the competition he brings to the returning starters. The Raiders like situational starters and … Continue reading

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2017 New York Jets’ Draft & OTA Review

Strong safety Jamal Adams has been nothing less than outstanding in the Jets’ mini-camp. From calling out offensive plays before the snap to making NFL highlight caliber interceptions. His communication skills and intangibles are that of a seasoned veteran. Adams’ … Continue reading

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