atljbo Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Prolific Clemson University free safety Chris Clemons might be one of the fastest-rising prospects leading up to the 2009 draft. One league source indicated that the 6', 208 pound native of Arcadia, Florida has really open eyes with his 40 times. Multiple scouts have clocked him between 4.37 and 4.38 in private workouts and, according to our numbers, he ran a 4.39 and 4.40 at the most recent N.F.L. combine. Clemons has had multiple private workouts with the Atlanta Falcons (DB coach) and most recently displayed his skills for the New England Patriots (DB coach and def coor). In addition, Philadelphia and New Orleans, who have a strong need for depth at safety, have set up private workouts with Chris. An anonymous scout reportedly told one of our sources: "His film work doesn't lie, he has positioned himself as a day one safety". The scout went on to mention that Clemons might be drafted much higher than most are currently expecting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymadd Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Wow, he is getting more love than his teammate Micheal Hamlin. I have to look up some more info on this kid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalFalconFan Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Prolific is the word! That guy has some mad speed, and some mad skills. The Clemson games I watched last year, that kid was where ever the ball was. Maybe not a 1st rounder, but a solid 2nd, imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draftnut57 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I have not heard or seen any of this before I just got here , I stay in Draft and FA Central , But I just made my pick in the IMD , and I took Chris Clemons with the 31st pick of the 4th round , I love this guy and had my figures crossed that nobody would take him. I was sweating bullets. But I got my SS, this guy is my favorite SS in the draft for where he will be picked , problem is , I think he will go up up up until the draft .No way will he last until the bottom of the 4th in the real draft . I'd love for us to get him. He is my top SS in the draft for where he will be picked , and that is how I draft .. He is also the fastest SS in the draft if I'm not mistaken, But that is not the only reason why I really like him. I am very glad to see that we are very interested, but you can bet we are not the only one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maine207 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Who is beter Hamlin or Decoud? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymadd Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Maybe we get him in the 2nd to compete with Coleman at SS. If we can get him in the 2nd, I think that we will target a DL in the first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymadd Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Who is beter Hamlin or Decoud?Isn't Hamlin a SS, I think Decoud will play FS. I would go with Decoud since he has been in the system for a year already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Izo#2883 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Isnt 208 lbs a bit light for a SS? (general question, not downing the player) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymadd Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Isnt 208 lbs a bit light for a SS? (general question, not downing the player)I think that Milloy was 210 at SS. I remember TD stating that he is looking for INterchangable Safties, so I dont think they are focused on only getting those huge in the box type of SS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atljbo Posted March 11, 2009 Author Share Posted March 11, 2009 i still dont see dude as a first day pick........ maybe in the 3rd round Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymadd Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I think that Milloy was 210 at SS. I remember TD stating that he is looking for INterchangable Safties, so I dont think they are focused on only getting those huge in the box type of SS.My bad is was listed at 216 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no1gunna21 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Thats really fast for a Safety Ed Reed speed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atljbo Posted March 11, 2009 Author Share Posted March 11, 2009 Thats really fast for a Safety Ed Reed speedEd Reed ran a 4.5 40 but he plays with 4.3 speedDoes Clemons play with 4.3 speed..... IDK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconsfan8412502 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 interesting prospect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Offseason Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 personally i like hamlin better. clemons definitely has better speed but i think they have comparable closing speed (hamlins is good) but hamlin has better hands and ability to create turnovers. neither of them are hard hitters and i think both of them would work well as "interchangeable safeties". hamlin is a better fit at SS though and while he doesnt have great straight line speed hes a good tackler, good in run support, breaks on the ball well and has good hands.clemons... he has a flashy 40 time, but hamlin has better size (6'3", 214 versus 6' 208) and more room to add a bit of weight. not to mention he doesnt have very good ball skills and im not sure how good his closing speed is, but he seems to have good acceleration. hes also a pretty good tackler and, like hamlin, isnt a heavy hitter, rather is more of a wrap up guy.i dunno, if i had to choose between the two i think i would still take hamlin. hes the better all-around player imo. clemons might have more potential if he can improve his ball skills because of his impressive straight line speed though.-Mr. Offseason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Don™ Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 ^^^^ I would choose Mike Hamlin too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diablo Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I think the size really does help but both players would help our team but the dline and LB are more of a concern imo but I'd be happy to get either one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LA_ATL417 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 the Falcons just doing their due diligence, but something to keep in mind heading toward the draft for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumpjumper Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I gotta say, every draft or player evaluation thread is made better by Mr. Offseason's posts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Don™ Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I gotta say, every draft or player evaluation thread is made better by Al Capone's posts! You are too kind man.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Offseason Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I gotta say, every draft or player evaluation thread is made better by Mr. Offseason's posts! thanks stumpjumper. i appreciate the compliment.jbo does a great job of finding this stuff, i wouldnt know what was going on if he didnt post this stuff in tatf or nfl draft and free agency. -Mr. Offseason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atljbo Posted March 11, 2009 Author Share Posted March 11, 2009 thanks stumpjumper. i appreciate the compliment.jbo does a great job of finding this stuff, i wouldnt know what was going on if he didnt post this stuff in tatf or nfl draft and free agency. -Mr. Offseason(i was feeling left out...lol)Oh ... me ? .... You are to kind my friend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymadd Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 (i was feeling left out...lol)Oh ... me ? .... You are to kind my friend Wow this is one of the most respectful threads I have read in a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanTheFootballFan Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Seriously though, jbo- you are impressive....do you have some kind of custom built Falcons' search engine. Every good article that makes it into the AFMB seems to come from you. Keep up the good stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumpjumper Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 pfft, I'd told jbo he's awesome in the past, hopefully he didn't forget that I've given him props for his insider status :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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