San Francisco 49ers 2008 Picks
RD |
PK(OVR) |
NAME |
POS |
SCHOOL |
1 |
29(29) |
6’5”, 308, 5.28 |
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From Indianapolis |
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There are concerns that Balmer is a one-year wonder, and he's a developmental prospect who needs to learn to play with better leverage. Still, he has good size and the frame to get even bigger. He's also athletic for his size, so if he bulks up and learns to play with better leverage, he should develop into an excellent nose tackle |
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2 |
8(39) |
6’5”, 315, 5.12 |
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The biggest knock on Rachal is his lack of athletic ability and
his problems redirecting in pass protection. He struggles, at times, to reach
blockers in the second level, and athletically he has some limitations.
However, he's quick off the ball, jars defenders with a strong punch and gets
in position quickly. He also does a good job holding his ground against
bull-rushers. |
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3 |
12(75) |
6’1”, 199, 4.51 |
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From Chicago |
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Smith doesn't have great speed and can be beaten deep when left
on an island. But he's a versatile playmaker who can line up at corner or
safety and contribute to the return game. He's also strong in run support and
capable of limiting a receiver's production after the catch. |
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4 |
8(107) |
6’4”, 296, 5.27 |
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Wallace is a technician who gets into position well and sustains his blocks, but he isn't an overpowering run-blocker and has problems redirecting in pass protection. |
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6 |
8(174) |
6’, 219, 4.46 |
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Morgan isn't much of a threat after the catch and he takes far too many plays off. On the other hand, he has good quickness and changes directions well for his size, so he can get open underneath. He can also contribute on special teams. |
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7 |
7(214) |
6’1”, 235, 4.71 |
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He possesses an adequate frame with room to add bulk. He plays with good leverage and plays hard from snap to whistle. He times blitzes really well with the ability to beat blockers in the backfield, but and needs to improve instincts and hand use when shedding blocks. |
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