Zephyr
04-21-2009, 02:07 PM
Most in the NFL agree that it takes three years to accurately assess a team's draft, so while all 32 clubs are putting the finishing touches on their preparations for next weekend, the time is now right to assess their work from 2006.
The three-year window is considered the benchmark because it allows prospects the appropriate growth period for making the often-difficult transition from college to the pros.
Fair: Tennessee: When a team's best selection is a seventh-rounder, it's usually not a good sign. But cornerback Cortland Finnegan (215th overall) was named All-Pro this year, salvaging an otherwise so-so draft class. Linebacker Stephen Tulloch (fourth round) and running back LenDale White (second round) are the team's other top picks, although White's careless fumble in the 2008 playoffs epitomizes how unreliable he's been at times. The Titans also get docked for picking quarterback Vince Young (third overall). Fullback Ahmard Hall (free agent) contributes.
http://www.boston.com/sports/football/articles/2009/04/19/grades_are_in_for_class_of_06/?page=1
The three-year window is considered the benchmark because it allows prospects the appropriate growth period for making the often-difficult transition from college to the pros.
Fair: Tennessee: When a team's best selection is a seventh-rounder, it's usually not a good sign. But cornerback Cortland Finnegan (215th overall) was named All-Pro this year, salvaging an otherwise so-so draft class. Linebacker Stephen Tulloch (fourth round) and running back LenDale White (second round) are the team's other top picks, although White's careless fumble in the 2008 playoffs epitomizes how unreliable he's been at times. The Titans also get docked for picking quarterback Vince Young (third overall). Fullback Ahmard Hall (free agent) contributes.
http://www.boston.com/sports/football/articles/2009/04/19/grades_are_in_for_class_of_06/?page=1