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Originally posted by TopDogBerkeley:
Let's grab the local guy:

Jackson Sirmon
LB
CAL

Not the local guy. But, still a LB. I guess OT will wait. For next season? The year after?

Originally posted by frankieuc68:

Originally posted by billbird2111:

Originally posted by stonecold590:
I love when a pick is someone who isn't projecting to be above average or is someone most people on this page really didn't look into and think there are many more players better suited to what THEY think this team needs they just start the whining. Dudes may end up sucking or just may surprise people.

WHINING? Tad harsh imo. I don't see it as that. There are fans, like me, who are generally surprised that Shanahan and Lynch did not draft a tackle. But, you are right about one thing. Shanahan and Lynch have drafted extraordinarily well. They have drafted well enough to put this team into the playoffs or the Super Bowl year after year. So, yeah, I do trust those two.

Yup. Just constructive criticism. They have a lot of great picks over the years but also lots of big misses. We know that's part of the draft and some can see what are the current weaknesses in this team that can use some depth/competition.

Don't get me wrong some complain, some jaw and critique. I'm good with that but some straight up whine. That's who I'm talking about. I can easily so guys arguing over this player or that but some take it too far and just start crying and whining. Those are the ones I'm making reference to.

last picks write up:
Dane Brugler

STRENGTHS: Smaller in stature, but pops pads like he is a much bigger player (see his hit on Jayden Daniels on 2023 LSU tape) … quick to attack the line of scrimmage and fill … doesn't second-guess himself once he triggers, which allows him to beat blockers to the spot … explosive, well-timed blitzer (26 pressures over the last two seasons) … highly alert in coverage, sniffing out screens or carrying speed … played on kick and punt coverages both of his seasons at FSU … an introvert off the field, but an extrovert on the field and appears to be in his element between the lines … team captain and leads by example (NFL scout: "When I ask the coaches who their best practice player is, 'TB' is the first name they mention.") … played in 61 games the last five seasons.

WEAKNESSES: Lacks an ideal linebacker frame and can continue developing his strength … gets pulled into gaps and late punching his way off blocks … impatient when scraping and false steps will follow him to the next level … tight in his hips and late to respond to ball carriers who can swiftly change run lanes … average chase speed in pursuit … tends to prioritize violence over discipline in his play, which will leave him out-leveraged at times … blasts into the ball carrier, but his wrap can be late to embrace, whichleaves him falling off tackle attempts … can be washed at the second level by climbers … will get handsy in coverage as he tries to keep track of routes … part of a heavy rotation and averaged just 37.6 defensive snaps per game in 2023.

SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Florida State, Bethune played Will linebacker in defensive coordinator Adam Fuller's 4-2-5 base scheme. After three years at UCF, he proved to be a natural fit with the Seminoles over the last two seasons and finished his career with 339 career tackles. A run-and-hit player, Bethune is a violent striker with large hands, relentless play demeanor and better power in his frame than expected. Though he is consistently around the football, because of his warp BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS 244 processing speed, his positioning and balance will suffer at times, leaving him out-leveraged and falling off tackle attempts. Overall, Bethune is a fast-flow linebacker who plays with intent and coverage upside, but his aggressive nature will be used against him at the NFL level. He projects as an NFL backup and special teamer.

GRADE: 7th Round-Priority Free Agent

Originally posted by billbird2111:

Originally posted by TopDogBerkeley:
Let's grab the local guy:

Jackson Sirmon
LB
CAL

Not the local guy. But, still a LB. I guess OT will wait. For next season? The year after?

We are just going to trade a fourth rounder for an all time great LT again, same way we got trent. Muhahah

trent is going to play for 2-3 more years. So I can see us nabbing one next year or something.

Bethune sifts through traffic and gets skinny, making it difficult for blockers to get their hands on him. He has the ability to shoot gaps between the tackles. He takes sound angles and chases with good effort. The way he ran with the tight end and got his head turned to locate the ball when picking off a pass in the ACC Championship Game was impressive. Bethune reads the quarterback, breaks on the ball and limits production after the catch in underneath zone coverage. -- Steve Muench

Originally posted by tankle104:

Originally posted by billbird2111:

Originally posted by TopDogBerkeley:
Let's grab the local guy:

Jackson Sirmon
LB
CAL

Not the local guy. But, still a LB. I guess OT will wait. For next season? The year after?

We are just going to trade a fourth rounder for an all time great LT again, same way we got trent. Muhahah

trent is going to play for 2-3 more years. So I can see us nabbing one next year or something.

That was lucky for us, but Trent is now old. I can see him retire at the end of the season or getting injured and forced to retire. One reason I wanted a LT in the first round to play RT was for LT replacement when the Silverback is gone

Rams come in and snatch up Limmer and Leveston late.

Originally posted by tankle104:

Originally posted by billbird2111:

Originally posted by TopDogBerkeley:
Let's grab the local guy:

Jackson Sirmon
LB
CAL

Not the local guy. But, still a LB. I guess OT will wait. For next season? The year after?

We are just going to trade a fourth rounder for an all time great LT again, same way we got trent. Muhahah

trent is going to play for 2-3 more years. So I can see us nabbing one next year or something.

3 years is extremely optimistic. We'll be lucky to get two.

Originally posted by Hangman_52:

Originally posted by tankle104:

Originally posted by billbird2111:

Originally posted by TopDogBerkeley:
Let's grab the local guy:

Jackson Sirmon
LB
CAL

Not the local guy. But, still a LB. I guess OT will wait. For next season? The year after?

We are just going to trade a fourth rounder for an all time great LT again, same way we got trent. Muhahah

trent is going to play for 2-3 more years. So I can see us nabbing one next year or something.

That was lucky for us, but Trent is now old. I can see him retire at the end of the season or getting injured and forced to retire. One reason I wanted a LT in the first round to play RT was for LT replacement when the Silverback is gone

what you want and what's realistic isn't equal. you're not going to get anything close to TW at pick 31

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:
Rams come in and snatch up Limmer and Leveston late.

Exactly

Originally posted by 49AllTheTime:

Originally posted by Hangman_52:

Originally posted by tankle104:

Originally posted by billbird2111:

Originally posted by TopDogBerkeley:
Let's grab the local guy:

Jackson Sirmon
LB
CAL

Not the local guy. But, still a LB. I guess OT will wait. For next season? The year after?

We are just going to trade a fourth rounder for an all time great LT again, same way we got trent. Muhahah

trent is going to play for 2-3 more years. So I can see us nabbing one next year or something.

That was lucky for us, but Trent is now old. I can see him retire at the end of the season or getting injured and forced to retire. One reason I wanted a LT in the first round to play RT was for LT replacement when the Silverback is gone

what you want and what's realistic isn't equal. you're not going to get anything close to TW at pick 31

That's the penalty for being really good.

Great draft season braddahs! Love doing this with all of you fellow draft nerds like me every year 🤙🏾

Gore jr get drafted?

Originally posted by stonecold590:

Originally posted by frankieuc68:

Originally posted by billbird2111:

Originally posted by stonecold590:
I love when a pick is someone who isn't projecting to be above average or is someone most people on this page really didn't look into and think there are many more players better suited to what THEY think this team needs they just start the whining. Dudes may end up sucking or just may surprise people.

WHINING? Tad harsh imo. I don't see it as that. There are fans, like me, who are generally surprised that Shanahan and Lynch did not draft a tackle. But, you are right about one thing. Shanahan and Lynch have drafted extraordinarily well. They have drafted well enough to put this team into the playoffs or the Super Bowl year after year. So, yeah, I do trust those two.

Yup. Just constructive criticism. They have a lot of great picks over the years but also lots of big misses. We know that's part of the draft and some can see what are the current weaknesses in this team that can use some depth/competition.

Don't get me wrong some complain, some jaw and critique. I'm good with that but some straight up whine. That's who I'm talking about. I can easily so guys arguing over this player or that but some take it too far and just start crying and whining. Those are the ones I'm making reference to.

All good. I know many are vey passionate when it comes to the draft and they really study (arm chair GMing) these prospects. Sometimes, you get so attached even though you don't have any control over it. People here just have different opinions and personalities. If's the webzone. Btw, I really like our draft this year. We address some of our issues..on paper. We'll see how they turn out in a couple of years.

Originally posted by GLT49ers:
Gore jr get drafted?

Looks like he's gonna sign with the bills as an UDFA