Fourth year senior. Has a freakish frame and shows flashes of being an absolute terror to cover. Size and speed are there. Looks like he is easily adding the needed bulk to his frame. Adams is still considered a raw prospect that is long on talent and tools, but short on skills. He still shows awkward movement in short space at times. Adams is a high effort player that can get up the seam in a blink and easily catches the ball with his hands. He doesn’t make a big impact as a blocker but he gets after his man hard. He bends well and he knows how to use his long arms. Adams has the upside to be an all around tight end if he can continue to add weight and refine his route running. There is an upside here that very few tight ends possess.
*I was ready to have a 2nd round grade on Adams. Talent wise I think he has the goods to be a big time matchup problem for opposing defenses. Speed and length with nice ball skills are always a good combination. I got some information on Adams inability to stay consistent off the field, however. He doesn’t work hard and didn’t take care of his business. People from his own camp were pretty down on him. That’s rare because it’s usually the other way around to a fault. Upside is enormous with this kid if he can turn that around,
Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
I picked this guy in the 3rd Round of BBI's Mock Draft for the Packers. Did not expect him to fall like this. I liked what I read about him, and thought highly of him. The Giants getting him the 6th round is awesome. I hope he's everything I thought he could be.
Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
All of these picks can contribute year 1. For as good as the 07 draft was Koets didn't do much, Alford was a situational player, and Deossie was a ST stud.
All of these guys can impact year 1 and be starters sooner rather than later.
And Gil brandt and Phil Savage were openly questioning why Adams was still available, saying they thought he'd already have been selected. Interesting.
Sy’s write up, it sounds like he’s an upside guy with measurables, but some commitment issues. We haven’t had a lot of luck with those types of players. But he has talent.
Dane Brugler: "player who routinely stands out for his contributions as both a blocker and receiver."
Tony Pauline: "spoke with people around the league who believe [South Carolina TE Jerell] Adams made major strides in 2015 and went from being a basketball player on the football field in 2014 to becoming a tight end last season..."Teams are not only awed by his athleticism (Adams is hoping to run in the low 4.6’s and vertical jump at least 37-inches at the combine after weighing in near 248-pounds)," Pauline hears, "but the toughness he displayed as a blocker during the Senior Bowl."
Todd McShay: TE Jerell Adams "might have the highest ceiling of the [tight ends] in this class..."solid value" in late Round 2 and a "steal" in Round 3."
Mel Kiper Jr.: South Carolina TE Jerell Adams could be a first-round pick, writing that "teams who had maybe a third-round grade on him will start looking at him as more of an option at the end of Round 1."
Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
I can see him being the starting TE week one
He won't be starting anytime soon. Not a shot.
We'll see. You're on! I'm not high on any of the TEs on the roster, though I think Tye can make a decent H-Back.
the opportunity, hopefully, he will develop the work ethic and professionalism needed at the next level. If he didn't have those issues though - we wouldn't be getting him in the 6th round
Adams was an under-utilized target at South Carolina. After two seasons as mostly a backup, Adams earned the full-time starting job at tight end and caught 49 passes for 700 yards (14.3 ypc) with four TDs in 2014-15. He has bulked up nearly 20 pounds in the past year and has always been a physical, tough competitor. Adams is a big target with elite speed to stretch the field. He also can develop into a solid in-line blocker and good space blocker with improved hand usage. One of the most underrated players in this class, Adams is worth a second round pick. --March 5, 2016
*I was ready to have a 2nd round grade on Adams. Talent wise I think he has the goods to be a big time matchup problem for opposing defenses. Speed and length with nice ball skills are always a good combination. I got some information on Adams inability to stay consistent off the field, however. He doesn’t work hard and didn’t take care of his business. People from his own camp were pretty down on him. That’s rare because it’s usually the other way around to a fault. Upside is enormous with this kid if he can turn that around,
Oh. My. God.
I can see him being the starting TE week one
I can see him being the starting TE week one
He won't be starting anytime soon. Not a shot.
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He reminds me of Ladarius Green.
Actually fills a real need not a made up perceived one.
Can't believe we didn't sign or draft any lineman
TE is much tougher position to play
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Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
I can see him being the starting TE week one
He won't be starting anytime soon. Not a shot.
LOL!
I like what Reese did with these last two picks. Gamble on upside in the later rounds instead of rounds 3 and 4
All of these guys can impact year 1 and be starters sooner rather than later.
He reminds me of Ladarius Green.
Sy, you said his own people were down on him. That concerns me. Can you elaborate a bit.
Tony Pauline: "spoke with people around the league who believe [South Carolina TE Jerell] Adams made major strides in 2015 and went from being a basketball player on the football field in 2014 to becoming a tight end last season..."Teams are not only awed by his athleticism (Adams is hoping to run in the low 4.6’s and vertical jump at least 37-inches at the combine after weighing in near 248-pounds)," Pauline hears, "but the toughness he displayed as a blocker during the Senior Bowl."
Todd McShay: TE Jerell Adams "might have the highest ceiling of the [tight ends] in this class..."solid value" in late Round 2 and a "steal" in Round 3."
Mel Kiper Jr.: South Carolina TE Jerell Adams could be a first-round pick, writing that "teams who had maybe a third-round grade on him will start looking at him as more of an option at the end of Round 1."
ROUND ONE, people
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Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
I can see him being the starting TE week one
He won't be starting anytime soon. Not a shot.
He reminds me of Ladarius Green.
Then what is it? Read your review and that post and both are vague. If you are not comfortable posting, that's understood. Thanks.
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Insane value in Round 6. Many had him going on Day 2. He has all the measurables to be a starting TE. The only thing I question are his smarts. Only a 15 on the Wonderlic. Other than that, FANTASTIC value.
I can see him being the starting TE week one
He won't be starting anytime soon. Not a shot.
We'll see. You're on! I'm not high on any of the TEs on the roster, though I think Tye can make a decent H-Back.
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Because of some off field stuff. But nothing too serious. Nothing legal.
He reminds me of Ladarius Green.
Sy, you said his own people were down on him. That concerns me. Can you elaborate a bit.
Poor work ethic issues. School/Film/S & C work/Practice
What' the off-field issue? Sy's report that his own camp is down on him doesn't bode well, but it still seems like a solid, solid pick.
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What' the off-field issue? Sy's report that his own camp is down on him doesn't bode well, but it still seems like a solid, solid pick.
I'm wondering about that, too.