First off, let’s get to introductions. I’m Pepe Silvia and I’m the new intern beat reporter for the Myrtle Beach Gazette. I’ll be covering the Buccaneers exclusively for the Gazette in the upcoming season, so I look forward to talking with you Buccs fans.
Now that all the DSFL draft has finished, the fans need to know just what to expect from each team and the new draftees themselves. In this installment, we will be analyzing the rookies on the roster of the future champion Myrtle Beach Buccaneers.
We will evaluate each prospects performance and their potential using a scientific formula of available Stats (TPE), Projected Depth Chart Position, Naming, and Overall Draft Grade on the MB Fried Shrimp scale from our panel of one non-expert. For those of you unfamiliar with the fried shrimp scale of excellence, it's a rating of 1 - 5 fried shrimp, which is our most treasured commodity at the beach. With that said, let’s kick off.
Goat Tank, DT – Pick #3
Skills: Goat Tank came into the draft as an overwhelming favorite to go in the top 3, and so he did. The Tank has a ridiculous 177 TPE coming in as a rookie, and has only grown during rookie training camp. At 310 lbs, he still runs with or faster than most incoming rookie WRs with an 80 in SPD. The Goat is an absurd physical specimen and is an early candidate for rookie of the year.
Depth Chart Position: Goat Tank is projected to come in and immediately start at DT for the Buccs. With offseason departures, the talented rookie looks prime to command the line from day 1. He should be joined by Shabadoo early in the season. Getting Goat Tank at #3 is arguably a steal given his pedigree and marketing value.
Naming: I mean, it's Goat Tank. No one knows what his parents were thinking when naming him, and no one cares because it's awesome.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
James Hoffman, CB – Pick #11
Skills: Hoffman went at 11 for a reason. This kid can straight up ball coming out of college. At the draft he was evaluated at 149 TPE and a blazing 83 Speed. He also showed very fluid hips and posted a 70 Agility score, so he should be able to keep track of his coverage assignments. He probably wont be seeing many picks with sub-par catching ability, but no deep threat receiver should be smoking him this year, the expectations are sky high for Hoffman.
Depth Chart Position: Myrtle beach only had one other CB going into the season, so this pick was definitely a combination of BPA and team need. He should line up at CB2 to start the season, but could easily overtake the role of CB1 within weeks as he adapts to the pro game. Between himself and the veteran Kennedy, the Buccaneers should have a good pass defense in the secondary, with help over the top from a good safety corps.
Naming: Hoffman has a strong name and shares the moniker with the coffee aficionado of the same name. Ironic, given that the CB runs like he's chugged several espressos before each play. I think we will be hearing his name called a lot this year.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Hank Winchester, LB – Pick #19
Skills: Winchester came into the draft with a pretty good TPE value of 142. But the reason he was drafted so high was because GM Thor has an eye for work ethic. Somehow, he knew that this gem of an LB would be a top tier player at his position within weeks of joining the organization. After rookie camp, he's now boasting an impressive 165 going into the season. Like many of the draftees, he is posint some blazing speed (90!) and will be an amazing cover linebacker for years to come. The only knock on him is he has mediocre tackling ability, but that can and will be taught by the coaches in Myrtle. We expect him to be zooming sideline to sideline this season and thumping anyone with the ball.
Depth Chart Position: Winchester is projected to lineup behind the Tyrone Woods on the depth chart, but should see starting time in tandem with the veteran. How management intends to lineup in the box will be very telling given the skills on display between the two. I believe he will be on the field for the majority of snaps as either a WILL or in relief at MIKE. I fear for any RB that tries to run through the Buccaneers LB corps.
Naming: Hank Winchester has a name that just screams manliness. The first image that comes to this reporters mind is a burly cowboy who could wrestle a steer to the ground bare handed, while doing a shot of whiskey.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Jackie Daytona, QB - Pick #27
Skills: Jackie Daytona came into the draft with very balanced physical evaluation and 123 TPE. He was shown in the prospect bowl as having all the tools needed to succeed at the next level, clearly demonstrated by the Buccaneers taking him #27 overall. Since coming to the Myrtle Beach facilities, he's been nose deep in film learning the playbook and his opponents tendencies, showcased by his high intelligence (80) going into the season. He's also tightened his spiral a fair bit and boasts an above average throwing accuracy (74). He might not be able to throw the ball clear over those.....sand dunes?.... with only 70 throw power but, we shouldnt expect too many incompletions on his stat sheet either.
Depth Chart Position: There is a bit of QB competition brewing in the Carolinas this season. Daytona comes in ready to compete against projected starter Owen Holloway, but several insiders have said that they could see both playing this season and splitting time. Of the two, Daytona is the more traditional pocket passer, while Holloway offers a dynamic dual threat player. Fans are very excited to see what Myrtle Beach coaching does with this duo.
Naming: A magnificent name, it's the kind of name you'd find on a local bar owner in Tucson Arizona. It suggests some type of supernatural power within the player. When this reporter asked Jackie about his origins, Daytona waved his hand and the next thing I knew, I was back home and didn't know how he got there. Amazing.
Pick Grade: 4/5 Shrimp
Alex Reed, WR – Pick #35
Skills: Reed came in as the WR4 off the big board before the draft, but has since exploded to be a contender for WR1 rookie status. Since the draft he's worked relentlessly to improve his speed and hands to 85 and 74 respectively. Along with his explosiveness out of the gate and the ability to bring in hard catches, he has show a strong endurance for a rookie. This should help him stay on the field longer and contribute more to the Buccs success.
Depth Chart Position: Reed is expected to battle fellow draftee Zach Crossley for the WR1 spot, with the nod going towards Reed most likely. He should fit the deep threat playmaker role needed for the Buccaneers, with the TEs covering the middle and intermediate routes.
Naming: We're unsure if Reed is related to former Orange County RB Apollo Reed, but if so he shares an exciting pedigree. His name alludes to the ability to flex like a reed and bend through the defense with ease.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Dexter Jackson, LB - Pick #43
Skills: Jackson came out of college as a good form wrap-up tackler with the ability to get to the play consistently, given his speed and tackling ratings of 70. While he lacked some strength at that time, he's used the lead up to the draft to bulk up and now has a respectable strength of 67. With those kinds of attributes we should be seeing him as a consistent playmaker who is always around the ball. While he could use some time in the 3-cone to improve his agility, his knack for reading the play should cover for that in the DSFL.
Depth Chart Position: Jackson is projected as a rotational LB who can play across the middle in 3-4 fronts and as a relief player with the existing LB corps in place. He shows great promise, but he is a little raw compared to both Woods and Winchester ahead of him. As the season goes on, expect to see more of him and rapid development under the Myrtle Beach staff.
Naming: Dexter Jackson is a name that just screams action. Every time he is on the field you expect him to be buzzing around the play with that name, and boy does he deliver.
Pick Grade: 4/5 Shrimp
Djibutee McJimmerson, TE – Pick #51
Skills: McJimmerson came into the draft as a middle of the pack TE with upside in the blocking game. His pre-draft interviews showed that he would be a team player and adapt to the teams need and "trust the process". He came into the draft with strong sure hands and a catching rating of 70. He didn't impress much with his strength or speed, but has been seen in the weight room everyday since arriving at Myrtle Beach and now boasts a respectable 77 speed and improved 60 strength.
Depth Chart Position: McJimmerson is projected to be the TE2 behind veteran star Ne Mo. He should learn a good bit and improve overall while providing an safety blanket on some plays and blocking when needed. TE was not necessarily a position of need here, but a good pick for the future with Ne Mo expecting to play in the ISFL next season and to solidify the blocking schemes.
Naming: As the son of Scottish and Rwandan parents, he has a very unique name that provides some intrigue. No one knows what it means, but many are saying that is provocative, sexy, and gets the people going.
Pick Grade: 3/5 Shrimp
Jake Sackson, DE – Pick #59
Skills: Jake Sackson comes as a mid rounder with high upside and starting level ability immediately. While not projected to be a star right away, he boasts the ability to get off the edge quick with 76 speed out of college. He's not the strongest at 60 strength, but if he can avoid getting locked up with the tackle, he has a good chance of pressuring the cornerback. Word on the street is that Sackson has been training hard since arriving, and could see significant growth early in the season.
Depth Chart Position: The Buccaneers only had one starting DE on the roster going into the draft, so grabbing a DE in the mid rounds was a good value play. He wont displace the veteran Heights, but he should feature on the opposite side of the line to generate pressure on 3 and 4 man fronts. He can be expected to see the 2nd spot on the depth chart this season.
Naming: For an edge rusher, this is a fantastic name. The image of him de-cleating the QB and rising up only to hear SACKSON roared by the crowd should be something to behold.
Pick Grade: 3/5 Shrimp
Zach Crossley, WR – Pick #67
Skills: For some reason Crossley fell to the mid rounds despite coming into the draft with great speed (84) and solid hands (72). He's also shown good lateral control with his 70 agility. He looks to be a high ceiling and high floor type of guy. This should be a steal for the Myrtle Beach GMs.
Depth Chart Position: Zach Crossley joins his fellow rookie WR Alex Reed as the tandem catching passes on the outside. He can realistically expect to be the WR2 and operate as both an X reciever and slot receiver at times.
Naming: Crossley seems like a standard name until you realize it's going to fit perfect as he's crossing up DBs and breaking ankles on his routes. The Zach Attack is going to be in full force this season.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Medicinal Toblerone – Pick #75
Skills: Toblerone is another mid round pick that is a mystery for the Buccs. This could be one of the steals of the drafts, or end up being a solid role player at OL. Toblerone has enourmous intangebles and untapped potential, but is waiting to decide what type of player they want to be. I think it's safe to say that they will be a great one whenever that decision is made.
Depth Chart Position: Toblerone will be a starting lineman, and is flexible enough to be used across the front 5. Coming into the season the Buccs had 1 rostered lineman, so this was a no brainer pick. At worst they get a good OL with a mid round pick, with the upside of potentially having and elite blocker midseason.
Naming: I love this name. And now I want to self prescribe myself some Toblerone to treat every illness I have.
Pick Grade: 4/5 Shrimp
Troy Watson, DE – Pick #83
Skills: Troy Watson came into the draft with pretty decent speed at 68 and room for growth all around. What sold scouts on him was his interview and personality.
Depth Chart Position: It's safe to project Watson as a rotational player to relieve the starting DEs going into the season. There is quite a bit of room for growth and we could see him carve out a bigger role as the season progress. This is a bit of a gamble pick that probably couldve been taken later, but also give good depth to the Buccs defense.
Naming: Not the most creative name, but a name that can and will strike fear into the hearts of lineman looking at their assignments.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Teddy Utterstruzen, S – Pick #99
Skills: Mr Utterstruzen came into the draft with a respectable 96 TPE, boasting a high motor (endurance 70) with solid tackling and speed (70 and 75). Since arriving on campus, Utterstruzen has been seen constantly working on his game and is a quick learner. We can expect to see a lot of growth this season here.
Depth Chart Position: The elephant in the room here is that leading into this pick, the Buccs already had two starting caliber safetys on the roster. This pick is a flexible pick in the late mid rounds, because Teddy is projected to be moved around in the defense and potentially play some CB and nickleback. He will definitely see plenty of gametime this year, especially if he keeps growing.
Naming: What a paradoxical name. Teddy reminds me of my childhood friend Mr Bear, but Utterstruzen sounds like a Panzer tank knocking at the door. Great choice and should leave WRs guessing at his true nature as he picks off another pass from them.
Pick Grade: 3/5 Shrimp
Brandon Kirwin, WR – Pick #107
Skills: Kirwin is a bit of a mystery coming into the draft. He has good speed and hands, both at 70, but very little is known about him otherwise. This could be a great pick or a wasted pick. I tend to think it will end up being a good pick because of wizardy the Buccaneer GMs tend to practice.
Depth Chart Position: Kirwin will be the WR3 on the roster, providing relief and slot duties when needed.
Naming: Kirwin's name is as big of a mystery as the player himself.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Gabr Spladle, TE – Pick #115
Skills: Spladle was the 2nd TE drafted by the Buccaneers in their endeavor to run 3 TE sets all year. As a late round pick, his stats are a bit lower but he has been seen working diligently to become a solid contributor to the Buccaneers with his solid hands (70). He should be able to go all game with a high starting endurance of 70 out of college.
Depth Chart Position: TE3 seems to be where he's destined for this season, and I expect to see him blocking pretty often given his engine.
Naming: I can't pronounce this name, and for that reason alone I love it. When the day comes we have to see the commissioner try to say it, I think we will all thank Mr. Spladle.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
J.J.J. Shabadoo, DT – Pick #123
Skills: J.J.J came into the draft as an expected late rounder, which is exactly where he went. He had good speed and endurance at 60 each, and enough strength to move linemen out of his way en route to the ball carrier at 70.
Depth Chart Position: Shabadoo will be the rotational DT on 3 man fronts, and will play alongside Goat Tank on 4 man sets. He should compliment the latter well and provide good impact on holding the trenches in the Buccaneers favor.
Naming: Shabadoo's full name is Joey JoJo Junior Shabadoo, which is a mouthful. Good luck fitting that on a jersey.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Chris Callahan, S – Pick #131
Skills: Callahan comes into the league with a high score on the entry tests. He boasts a 53 intelligence score coming in, which makes him a very cerebral rookie. He should be able to diagnose plays early and be a good deep cover safety, but lacks the speed to break on a ball for the pick. We should see him as a good bend but don't break player.
Depth Chart Position: Callahan will be the 4th safety on the the roster this season. This is a bit of a head scratcher for need, but I think the GMs are up to something with this guy and will slot him across the field and use him in unique ways. Until he improves his physicality though, we can expect him to be a substitutional player mainly in this stacked Myrtle Beach secondary.
Naming: Alliteration wins games, this is a fact.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Owen Holloway, QB - Post Draft Trade (TIJ -> MB)
Skills: Owen Holloway is a unique player at the QB position, boasting a scorching 79 speed going into the draft. He has an overall TPE of 140 as a rookie, with pretty good throwing stats across the board. His high intelligence (71) combined with that speed should help him extend plays or break a long run when the defense breaks down.
Depth Chart Position: As mentioned above, there should be a QB battle in camp between Holloway and Daytona. Holloway is the stronger player overall by a hair, but they both have such different skillsets that we can expect to see the coaching staff use them both throughout the season. The Buccaneers managed to get a starting QB in a post draft trade, which is excellent value.
Naming: When you google Owen Holloway, not much comes up. That's going to change real soon, as this pacey QB is going to become a household name.
Pick Trade Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Final Evaluation: The Buccaneers GMs did a great job on this draft, filling several needs with quality players. They've gotten some elite talent in the early rounds which should be seen as "sure things" and several high potential mid round value picks. The Holloway trade was a masterstroke. They might have built the best defense in the DSFL this year, and for years to come.
GM Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Go Buccs.
**Editors note: If I missed anyone in this, I apologize and will add you post-publishing if you notify me!**
***Edit - For some reason the shrimp image links were broken, so unfortunately we had to revert to ye olde numeric shrimp***
Now that all the DSFL draft has finished, the fans need to know just what to expect from each team and the new draftees themselves. In this installment, we will be analyzing the rookies on the roster of the future champion Myrtle Beach Buccaneers.
We will evaluate each prospects performance and their potential using a scientific formula of available Stats (TPE), Projected Depth Chart Position, Naming, and Overall Draft Grade on the MB Fried Shrimp scale from our panel of one non-expert. For those of you unfamiliar with the fried shrimp scale of excellence, it's a rating of 1 - 5 fried shrimp, which is our most treasured commodity at the beach. With that said, let’s kick off.
Goat Tank, DT – Pick #3
Skills: Goat Tank came into the draft as an overwhelming favorite to go in the top 3, and so he did. The Tank has a ridiculous 177 TPE coming in as a rookie, and has only grown during rookie training camp. At 310 lbs, he still runs with or faster than most incoming rookie WRs with an 80 in SPD. The Goat is an absurd physical specimen and is an early candidate for rookie of the year.
Depth Chart Position: Goat Tank is projected to come in and immediately start at DT for the Buccs. With offseason departures, the talented rookie looks prime to command the line from day 1. He should be joined by Shabadoo early in the season. Getting Goat Tank at #3 is arguably a steal given his pedigree and marketing value.
Naming: I mean, it's Goat Tank. No one knows what his parents were thinking when naming him, and no one cares because it's awesome.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
James Hoffman, CB – Pick #11
Skills: Hoffman went at 11 for a reason. This kid can straight up ball coming out of college. At the draft he was evaluated at 149 TPE and a blazing 83 Speed. He also showed very fluid hips and posted a 70 Agility score, so he should be able to keep track of his coverage assignments. He probably wont be seeing many picks with sub-par catching ability, but no deep threat receiver should be smoking him this year, the expectations are sky high for Hoffman.
Depth Chart Position: Myrtle beach only had one other CB going into the season, so this pick was definitely a combination of BPA and team need. He should line up at CB2 to start the season, but could easily overtake the role of CB1 within weeks as he adapts to the pro game. Between himself and the veteran Kennedy, the Buccaneers should have a good pass defense in the secondary, with help over the top from a good safety corps.
Naming: Hoffman has a strong name and shares the moniker with the coffee aficionado of the same name. Ironic, given that the CB runs like he's chugged several espressos before each play. I think we will be hearing his name called a lot this year.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Hank Winchester, LB – Pick #19
Skills: Winchester came into the draft with a pretty good TPE value of 142. But the reason he was drafted so high was because GM Thor has an eye for work ethic. Somehow, he knew that this gem of an LB would be a top tier player at his position within weeks of joining the organization. After rookie camp, he's now boasting an impressive 165 going into the season. Like many of the draftees, he is posint some blazing speed (90!) and will be an amazing cover linebacker for years to come. The only knock on him is he has mediocre tackling ability, but that can and will be taught by the coaches in Myrtle. We expect him to be zooming sideline to sideline this season and thumping anyone with the ball.
Depth Chart Position: Winchester is projected to lineup behind the Tyrone Woods on the depth chart, but should see starting time in tandem with the veteran. How management intends to lineup in the box will be very telling given the skills on display between the two. I believe he will be on the field for the majority of snaps as either a WILL or in relief at MIKE. I fear for any RB that tries to run through the Buccaneers LB corps.
Naming: Hank Winchester has a name that just screams manliness. The first image that comes to this reporters mind is a burly cowboy who could wrestle a steer to the ground bare handed, while doing a shot of whiskey.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Jackie Daytona, QB - Pick #27
Skills: Jackie Daytona came into the draft with very balanced physical evaluation and 123 TPE. He was shown in the prospect bowl as having all the tools needed to succeed at the next level, clearly demonstrated by the Buccaneers taking him #27 overall. Since coming to the Myrtle Beach facilities, he's been nose deep in film learning the playbook and his opponents tendencies, showcased by his high intelligence (80) going into the season. He's also tightened his spiral a fair bit and boasts an above average throwing accuracy (74). He might not be able to throw the ball clear over those.....sand dunes?.... with only 70 throw power but, we shouldnt expect too many incompletions on his stat sheet either.
Depth Chart Position: There is a bit of QB competition brewing in the Carolinas this season. Daytona comes in ready to compete against projected starter Owen Holloway, but several insiders have said that they could see both playing this season and splitting time. Of the two, Daytona is the more traditional pocket passer, while Holloway offers a dynamic dual threat player. Fans are very excited to see what Myrtle Beach coaching does with this duo.
Naming: A magnificent name, it's the kind of name you'd find on a local bar owner in Tucson Arizona. It suggests some type of supernatural power within the player. When this reporter asked Jackie about his origins, Daytona waved his hand and the next thing I knew, I was back home and didn't know how he got there. Amazing.
Pick Grade: 4/5 Shrimp
Alex Reed, WR – Pick #35
Skills: Reed came in as the WR4 off the big board before the draft, but has since exploded to be a contender for WR1 rookie status. Since the draft he's worked relentlessly to improve his speed and hands to 85 and 74 respectively. Along with his explosiveness out of the gate and the ability to bring in hard catches, he has show a strong endurance for a rookie. This should help him stay on the field longer and contribute more to the Buccs success.
Depth Chart Position: Reed is expected to battle fellow draftee Zach Crossley for the WR1 spot, with the nod going towards Reed most likely. He should fit the deep threat playmaker role needed for the Buccaneers, with the TEs covering the middle and intermediate routes.
Naming: We're unsure if Reed is related to former Orange County RB Apollo Reed, but if so he shares an exciting pedigree. His name alludes to the ability to flex like a reed and bend through the defense with ease.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Dexter Jackson, LB - Pick #43
Skills: Jackson came out of college as a good form wrap-up tackler with the ability to get to the play consistently, given his speed and tackling ratings of 70. While he lacked some strength at that time, he's used the lead up to the draft to bulk up and now has a respectable strength of 67. With those kinds of attributes we should be seeing him as a consistent playmaker who is always around the ball. While he could use some time in the 3-cone to improve his agility, his knack for reading the play should cover for that in the DSFL.
Depth Chart Position: Jackson is projected as a rotational LB who can play across the middle in 3-4 fronts and as a relief player with the existing LB corps in place. He shows great promise, but he is a little raw compared to both Woods and Winchester ahead of him. As the season goes on, expect to see more of him and rapid development under the Myrtle Beach staff.
Naming: Dexter Jackson is a name that just screams action. Every time he is on the field you expect him to be buzzing around the play with that name, and boy does he deliver.
Pick Grade: 4/5 Shrimp
Djibutee McJimmerson, TE – Pick #51
Skills: McJimmerson came into the draft as a middle of the pack TE with upside in the blocking game. His pre-draft interviews showed that he would be a team player and adapt to the teams need and "trust the process". He came into the draft with strong sure hands and a catching rating of 70. He didn't impress much with his strength or speed, but has been seen in the weight room everyday since arriving at Myrtle Beach and now boasts a respectable 77 speed and improved 60 strength.
Depth Chart Position: McJimmerson is projected to be the TE2 behind veteran star Ne Mo. He should learn a good bit and improve overall while providing an safety blanket on some plays and blocking when needed. TE was not necessarily a position of need here, but a good pick for the future with Ne Mo expecting to play in the ISFL next season and to solidify the blocking schemes.
Naming: As the son of Scottish and Rwandan parents, he has a very unique name that provides some intrigue. No one knows what it means, but many are saying that is provocative, sexy, and gets the people going.
Pick Grade: 3/5 Shrimp
Jake Sackson, DE – Pick #59
Skills: Jake Sackson comes as a mid rounder with high upside and starting level ability immediately. While not projected to be a star right away, he boasts the ability to get off the edge quick with 76 speed out of college. He's not the strongest at 60 strength, but if he can avoid getting locked up with the tackle, he has a good chance of pressuring the cornerback. Word on the street is that Sackson has been training hard since arriving, and could see significant growth early in the season.
Depth Chart Position: The Buccaneers only had one starting DE on the roster going into the draft, so grabbing a DE in the mid rounds was a good value play. He wont displace the veteran Heights, but he should feature on the opposite side of the line to generate pressure on 3 and 4 man fronts. He can be expected to see the 2nd spot on the depth chart this season.
Naming: For an edge rusher, this is a fantastic name. The image of him de-cleating the QB and rising up only to hear SACKSON roared by the crowd should be something to behold.
Pick Grade: 3/5 Shrimp
Zach Crossley, WR – Pick #67
Skills: For some reason Crossley fell to the mid rounds despite coming into the draft with great speed (84) and solid hands (72). He's also shown good lateral control with his 70 agility. He looks to be a high ceiling and high floor type of guy. This should be a steal for the Myrtle Beach GMs.
Depth Chart Position: Zach Crossley joins his fellow rookie WR Alex Reed as the tandem catching passes on the outside. He can realistically expect to be the WR2 and operate as both an X reciever and slot receiver at times.
Naming: Crossley seems like a standard name until you realize it's going to fit perfect as he's crossing up DBs and breaking ankles on his routes. The Zach Attack is going to be in full force this season.
Pick Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Medicinal Toblerone – Pick #75
Skills: Toblerone is another mid round pick that is a mystery for the Buccs. This could be one of the steals of the drafts, or end up being a solid role player at OL. Toblerone has enourmous intangebles and untapped potential, but is waiting to decide what type of player they want to be. I think it's safe to say that they will be a great one whenever that decision is made.
Depth Chart Position: Toblerone will be a starting lineman, and is flexible enough to be used across the front 5. Coming into the season the Buccs had 1 rostered lineman, so this was a no brainer pick. At worst they get a good OL with a mid round pick, with the upside of potentially having and elite blocker midseason.
Naming: I love this name. And now I want to self prescribe myself some Toblerone to treat every illness I have.
Pick Grade: 4/5 Shrimp
Troy Watson, DE – Pick #83
Skills: Troy Watson came into the draft with pretty decent speed at 68 and room for growth all around. What sold scouts on him was his interview and personality.
Depth Chart Position: It's safe to project Watson as a rotational player to relieve the starting DEs going into the season. There is quite a bit of room for growth and we could see him carve out a bigger role as the season progress. This is a bit of a gamble pick that probably couldve been taken later, but also give good depth to the Buccs defense.
Naming: Not the most creative name, but a name that can and will strike fear into the hearts of lineman looking at their assignments.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Teddy Utterstruzen, S – Pick #99
Skills: Mr Utterstruzen came into the draft with a respectable 96 TPE, boasting a high motor (endurance 70) with solid tackling and speed (70 and 75). Since arriving on campus, Utterstruzen has been seen constantly working on his game and is a quick learner. We can expect to see a lot of growth this season here.
Depth Chart Position: The elephant in the room here is that leading into this pick, the Buccs already had two starting caliber safetys on the roster. This pick is a flexible pick in the late mid rounds, because Teddy is projected to be moved around in the defense and potentially play some CB and nickleback. He will definitely see plenty of gametime this year, especially if he keeps growing.
Naming: What a paradoxical name. Teddy reminds me of my childhood friend Mr Bear, but Utterstruzen sounds like a Panzer tank knocking at the door. Great choice and should leave WRs guessing at his true nature as he picks off another pass from them.
Pick Grade: 3/5 Shrimp
Brandon Kirwin, WR – Pick #107
Skills: Kirwin is a bit of a mystery coming into the draft. He has good speed and hands, both at 70, but very little is known about him otherwise. This could be a great pick or a wasted pick. I tend to think it will end up being a good pick because of wizardy the Buccaneer GMs tend to practice.
Depth Chart Position: Kirwin will be the WR3 on the roster, providing relief and slot duties when needed.
Naming: Kirwin's name is as big of a mystery as the player himself.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Gabr Spladle, TE – Pick #115
Skills: Spladle was the 2nd TE drafted by the Buccaneers in their endeavor to run 3 TE sets all year. As a late round pick, his stats are a bit lower but he has been seen working diligently to become a solid contributor to the Buccaneers with his solid hands (70). He should be able to go all game with a high starting endurance of 70 out of college.
Depth Chart Position: TE3 seems to be where he's destined for this season, and I expect to see him blocking pretty often given his engine.
Naming: I can't pronounce this name, and for that reason alone I love it. When the day comes we have to see the commissioner try to say it, I think we will all thank Mr. Spladle.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
J.J.J. Shabadoo, DT – Pick #123
Skills: J.J.J came into the draft as an expected late rounder, which is exactly where he went. He had good speed and endurance at 60 each, and enough strength to move linemen out of his way en route to the ball carrier at 70.
Depth Chart Position: Shabadoo will be the rotational DT on 3 man fronts, and will play alongside Goat Tank on 4 man sets. He should compliment the latter well and provide good impact on holding the trenches in the Buccaneers favor.
Naming: Shabadoo's full name is Joey JoJo Junior Shabadoo, which is a mouthful. Good luck fitting that on a jersey.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Chris Callahan, S – Pick #131
Skills: Callahan comes into the league with a high score on the entry tests. He boasts a 53 intelligence score coming in, which makes him a very cerebral rookie. He should be able to diagnose plays early and be a good deep cover safety, but lacks the speed to break on a ball for the pick. We should see him as a good bend but don't break player.
Depth Chart Position: Callahan will be the 4th safety on the the roster this season. This is a bit of a head scratcher for need, but I think the GMs are up to something with this guy and will slot him across the field and use him in unique ways. Until he improves his physicality though, we can expect him to be a substitutional player mainly in this stacked Myrtle Beach secondary.
Naming: Alliteration wins games, this is a fact.
Pick Grade: 2/5 Shrimp
Owen Holloway, QB - Post Draft Trade (TIJ -> MB)
Skills: Owen Holloway is a unique player at the QB position, boasting a scorching 79 speed going into the draft. He has an overall TPE of 140 as a rookie, with pretty good throwing stats across the board. His high intelligence (71) combined with that speed should help him extend plays or break a long run when the defense breaks down.
Depth Chart Position: As mentioned above, there should be a QB battle in camp between Holloway and Daytona. Holloway is the stronger player overall by a hair, but they both have such different skillsets that we can expect to see the coaching staff use them both throughout the season. The Buccaneers managed to get a starting QB in a post draft trade, which is excellent value.
Naming: When you google Owen Holloway, not much comes up. That's going to change real soon, as this pacey QB is going to become a household name.
Pick Trade Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Final Evaluation: The Buccaneers GMs did a great job on this draft, filling several needs with quality players. They've gotten some elite talent in the early rounds which should be seen as "sure things" and several high potential mid round value picks. The Holloway trade was a masterstroke. They might have built the best defense in the DSFL this year, and for years to come.
GM Grade: 5/5 Shrimp
Go Buccs. **Editors note: If I missed anyone in this, I apologize and will add you post-publishing if you notify me!**
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