Hashbrown3 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Not sure if the UDFA Center has a chance but here's his LSU film from 2014... Pretty respectable... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 That name is pretty badass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Doktor Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 He sounds like a Knight from Game of Thrones! My brother lives out there and says the kid is stout. He's a solid center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etherdome Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Heck yeah, there is nothing better than Valerian steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtybird#11 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 He'll be cut.... Heck he will be a part of the 1st batch cut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtlantaFanatic Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Where's R_The_Great?Stone may have backup competition this year...watch out. haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoFalconsFan56 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 In a world that's not so far awaaaaay UME-EZEOKE! You can count on him to save the daaaaay UME-EZEOKE!Yes that's an Umi Zoomi reference. My life is consumed by my 2 year old, but I'm ok w it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest King Jigsaw Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Was hoping I could be the first one to make the Valyrian Steel reference. :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanadonis Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 I find it amazing how a guy who a cool name is all of the sudden a fan favorite, while the beast and greatest Center of all time in James Stone gets no love. Stone will stone your *** and put you in your place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanadonis Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 And also if they are looking at this guy to replace anyone, its Hawley and his 1 year 4 million dollar contract coming off an ACL surgery situation. Hawley could play in a wheel chair and everyone here would say "START HIM!!!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The O.D.B Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Here's some stuff on him. I'm kind of excited about a few of our UDFAs. Since R_The Great is the UDFA Center whisperer I'd like to know his take on this guy. 08/11/14 - 2014 PRESEASON RIMINGTON TROPHY AWARD WATCH LIST: Valeria Ume-Ezeoke, New Mexico State, Senior...Ume-Ezeoke started at center for the Aggies offensive line during the 2013 season, recording 56.5 knockdowns, second highest on the team. He had a season-high 10 knockdowns against Louisiana (Nov. 2). Ume-Ezeoke’s play helped the Aggies’ leading rusher Germi Morrison rush for an average of 4.1 yards a rush on 109 carries for 451 yards and a team-high four rushing touchdowns. - New Mexico State football -------------------------------------------------------------------------------A total of 11 players worked out, but there is one prospect who is a late-round 2015 NFL Draft possibility or priority free-agent pickup for a team following the draft. Center Valerian Ume-Ezeoke (6-foot-2, 305 pounds) ran the 40-yard dash in 5.45 and 5.44 seconds. He had a 30-inch vertical jump and an 8-foot-10 broad jump. He had a 20-yard short shuttle time of 4.82 seconds and a three-cone drill time of 8.15 seconds. Ume-Ezeoke -- who has 32 1/8-inch arms -- performed 25 reps of 225 pounds on the bench press. Ume-Ezeoke had what was described as "an awesome" workout, especially when you take the weather conditions (52 degrees and raining) into consideration. He had gone into his pro day with some concern about his weight. Follow Gil Brandt on Twitter @Gil_Brandt.------------------------------------------------------------------------------2012 (Sophomore): Ume-Ezeoke played in all 12 games for the Aggies in 2012, starting at the center position. He recorded 44 knockdowns and allowed no sacks during the season. He was a vital part of the Aggies pass protection that allowed wide receiver Austin Franklin to earn All-America honors. Ume-Ezeoke also helped quarterback Andrew Manley throw for 2,764 yards and 18 touchdowns in 2012, as he ranked 47th in the nation in passing. The 2,764 passing yards by Manley is sixth all-time in a single season, while the 18 touchdown passes rank tied for seventh in a single season. Ume-Ezeoke was named an Academic All-WAC selection and a 2012 Capital One Academic All-district VII first team member for his work in the classroom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The O.D.B Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 there you are R. you must have posted as I was writing. ha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romfal Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 And also if they are looking at this guy to replace anyone, its Hawley and his 1 year 4 million dollar contract coming off an ACL surgery situation. Hawley could play in a wheel chair and everyone here would say "START HIM!!!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The O.D.B Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 I find it amazing how a guy who a cool name is all of the sudden a fan favorite, while the beast and greatest Center of all time in James Stone gets no love. Stone will stone your *** and put you in your place. I don't by that Stone doesn't get any love. Let's face it, the majority on here make reference to your pointing out Stone and their eating crow. The true fans are most happy that you were correct. All that aside have you checked this guy out and do you have an opinion on him? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hashbrown3 Posted May 7, 2015 Author Share Posted May 7, 2015 I'm just helping us understand a bit more about our UDFA's. Not saying he's taking anyone's position. But the guy looks like he's capable of playing some decent ball... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzard_falcon Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 For what it's worth, the guys on PFF listed him as one of our best UDFA signings, along with Kevin White and Joey Mbu.If we're going to consider switching James Stone to OG, then this kid has a good chance of winning the backup OC job. I mean, all he would have to do is beat out Peter Konz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hashbrown3 Posted May 7, 2015 Author Share Posted May 7, 2015 For what it's worth, the guys on PFF listed him as one of our best UDFA signings, along with Kevin White and Joey Mbu.If we're going to consider switching James Stone to OG, then this kid has a good chance of winning the backup OC job. I mean, all he would have to do is beat out Peter Konz.Thats an interesting take bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danish-Fanboi Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 (edited) This guy has the mean streak and toughness that Konz has never shown. One thing that really stands out when watching the LSU tape is his excellent understanding of angles and how to work them, he is a very intelligent blocker that understands body positioning very well. He also is almost always the first guy to engage on both the O & D-lines, almost always getting his hands on the defender faster than the defender can engage him. He need to work on his leverage and his body strength, but these things are coachable, could be a sit for 1 year then maybe a starter after Hawley & Konz walk after this season?I really hope this guy steps up in the preseason, he has surprisingly good tape and showed that with some work he could have a place against better competition. Will be one of the most fun players to follow this off-season. Edited May 7, 2015 by Danish-Fanboi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gHost83 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Pancake shawty! Dude was pancaking people all last year regardless of the competition. Plays angry and most importantly, finishes his blocks. I can see him and Hage getting into some scrums in camp. So much competition at all positions this year, and I love it! Few people safe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hashbrown3 Posted May 7, 2015 Author Share Posted May 7, 2015 It's gonna be an intense camp... I hope nobody starts up that we gonna be tough bulchit... When you gotta talk about it....then... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayOzOne Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Let's face it, the majority on here make reference to your pointing out Stone and their eating crow.Even a blind squirrel finds a nut every once in a while. LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falkonator Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Wait tho does he believe he can fly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 another Igbo warrior! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiler11 Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 He was one of my favorite udfa pickups. Lots of competition on the line but he might just stick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-dawg Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 That name is pretty badassJesus has a potty-mouth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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