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5th Round #1: Jake Elliot, K, Memphis


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19 hours ago, HoosierCat said:

I love how Simmons is all, "he'll have to compete with Bullock." Bullshit. If you actually use a draft pick on a kicker, he's got the job as long as he doesn't show up to camp strung out on heroin or something.

Careful careful!!!! You'll jinx us and this dude will turn out to be Stanley Wilson meets Johnny Manziel!

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Nothing wrong with competition.    It's a dangerous practice giving a rookie a spot unchallenged.

Every rookie drafted or even signed as UDFA has reached a goal they've been busting ass fighting for, for years.   Start giving out playing time and these guys will relax longer than they should.    That's probably why the first round has so many busts.   

High expectations matched with money guaranteeing them a roster spot for at least a season or two.   Meanwhile 5th rounder has to fight for his spot day one.

Drafting a kicker is the equivalent of a first round position player.  

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