Maclin, Moreno, and Smith meet with Bengals

[BlainThePain]

http://www.daytondailynews.com/o/content/s...ill_have_s.html

Top ranked Baylor offensive tackle Jason Smith, Georgia running back Knowshon Moreno and Missouri wide receiver Jeremy Maclin are all scheduled to meet with the Bengals organization in Cincinnati.

[Kazkal]

Gogo Smokescreens (I hope)

[UF_Gators_15]

Jason Smith won't be there, Knowshon would be sweet if we traded down a bit and got an extra pick, but I would love Maclin, I'll take him and his pure return game talent. Lets face it but Chad Johnson is gone, and even if he isn't he can't be trusted to not suddenly come out and say he wants out tom.

[derekshank]

Maybe it's just me, but Maclin seems like Peter Warrick 2

[UF_Gators_15]

Maybe it's just me, but Maclin seems like Peter Warrick 2

He could be, that's a good point, that is why I would rather have Crabtree, and trade Chad, Coles will only be here for 2 years and at the most 4 years.

Mark it down Crabtree will be this years Adrian Peterson

[HAPPYJAQ]

IMO, Maclin is a more dynamic Chad, minus the off the field stuff. He's far more explosive than Crabtree and I like the fact that he might win a game or two alone just returning kicks in his 1st season. You can't teach speed and explosiveness. In the NFL, Crab will be probably be a very good possession receiver, but that's about it. He's nowhere near Larry Fitzgerald or Andre Johnson, whom he's compared to. In really looking at this draft class, projecting who will be drafted and understanding our WR Corp (both starters over 30 and Chad on the way out), I could easily see one of the two being the pick, but I'd rather have Maclin.

Knowshon continues to be a question. He's a player that could be there in the 2nd round, if he doens't run faster at his Pro Day. Without question, there will be a quality back (or two) between Knowshon, Donald Brown, Green, Wells or Jennings staring the Bengals in the face at #38. The question is, would they pull the trigger there.

I don't see Jason Smith being there when we pick. If he is, the Bengals MUST draft him. I think he's as good as Ryan Clady and Clady only gave up a 1/2 sack all season as a Rookie. The knocks on the two (both played in predominant passing systems) are pretty similar coming out.

[Whur CHad At?]

Maybe it's just me, but Maclin seems like Peter Warrick 2

THANK YOU

[ArmyBengal]

Give me the guy who will give us more production and a chance to win games on his own and I'm happy.

That guy ain't Crabtree...

Moreno ?? Love the guy, but not unless we get an additional pick somewhere.

[UF_Gators_15]

IMO, Maclin is a more dynamic Chad, minus the off the field stuff. He's far more explosive than Crabtree and I like the fact that he might win a game or two alone just returning kicks in his 1st season. You can't teach speed and explosiveness. In the NFL, Crab will be probably be a very good possession receiver, but that's about it. He's nowhere near Larry Fitzgerald or Andre Johnson, whom he's compared to. In really looking at this draft class, projecting who will be drafted and understanding our WR Corp (both starters over 30 and Chad on the way out), I could easily see one of the two being the pick, but I'd rather have Maclin.

Knowshon continues to be a question. He's a player that could be there in the 2nd round, if he doens't run faster at his Pro Day. Without question, there will be a quality back (or two) between Knowshon, Donald Brown, Green, Wells or Jennings staring the Bengals in the face at #38. The question is, would they pull the trigger there.

I don't see Jason Smith being there when we pick. If he is, the Bengals MUST draft him. I think he's as good as Ryan Clady and Clady only gave up a 1/2 sack all season as a Rookie. The knocks on the two (both played in predominant passing systems) are pretty similar coming out.

BEAUTIFULLY said, I agree with ur assessment, I would love Maclin and his return ability, hell I'll take my Percy Harvin, he should've stayed at UF.

U hit the nail on the head with Knowshon, and I agree that at least one of those RB will be there in the 2nd round, and I would take Knowshon, Beanie, Donald Brown, Shonn Greene, or Jennings (in that order) in the 2nd.

I only want Eugene Monroe or Jason Smith with the 6th overall, maybe Michael Oher but def. not The Giant Boobz aka Andre Smith.

[Spor_tees]

Maybe it's just me, but Maclin seems like Peter Warrick 2

THANK YOU

He could also be the next DeSean Jackson or Eddie Royal...that is the thing about the draft, you never know. Personally put me in the camp of trading Chad Johnson for picks and taking Crabtree at #6 if he is still there. Then fill the holes in the line with the additional picks. From what I have read, the Raiders who draft after the Bengals are interested in Crabtree...I wonder if they would give the Bengals picks to NOT draft Crabtree so they can take him. I wonder what that would be worth?

[HAPPYJAQ]

IMO, Maclin is a more dynamic Chad, minus the off the field stuff. He's far more explosive than Crabtree and I like the fact that he might win a game or two alone just returning kicks in his 1st season. You can't teach speed and explosiveness. In the NFL, Crab will be probably be a very good possession receiver, but that's about it. He's nowhere near Larry Fitzgerald or Andre Johnson, whom he's compared to. In really looking at this draft class, projecting who will be drafted and understanding our WR Corp (both starters over 30 and Chad on the way out), I could easily see one of the two being the pick, but I'd rather have Maclin.

Knowshon continues to be a question. He's a player that could be there in the 2nd round, if he doens't run faster at his Pro Day. Without question, there will be a quality back (or two) between Knowshon, Donald Brown, Green, Wells or Jennings staring the Bengals in the face at #38. The question is, would they pull the trigger there.

I don't see Jason Smith being there when we pick. If he is, the Bengals MUST draft him. I think he's as good as Ryan Clady and Clady only gave up a 1/2 sack all season as a Rookie. The knocks on the two (both played in predominant passing systems) are pretty similar coming out.

BEAUTIFULLY said, I agree with ur assessment, I would love Maclin and his return ability, hell I'll take my Percy Harvin, he should've stayed at UF.

U hit the nail on the head with Knowshon, and I agree that at least one of those RB will be there in the 2nd round, and I would take Knowshon, Beanie, Donald Brown, Shonn Greene, or Jennings (in that order) in the 2nd.

I only want Eugene Monroe or Jason Smith with the 6th overall, maybe Michael Oher but def. not The Giant Boobz aka Andre Smith.

Heard today that Harvin had a very good Pro Day and showed he might belong in Top 10 consideration. How would you rate Maclin versus Percy? The thing I like about Harvin is he always seems like he's the fastest player on the field. I bet his game speed is a legitimate 4.3, and that's pretty rare. I'd put him in the Galloway category, as far as that goes. It's been a while since we've had a player that could score on every touch, well at least since Chad in his earlier years.

[Spor_tees]

IMO, Maclin is a more dynamic Chad, minus the off the field stuff. He's far more explosive than Crabtree and I like the fact that he might win a game or two alone just returning kicks in his 1st season. You can't teach speed and explosiveness. In the NFL, Crab will be probably be a very good possession receiver, but that's about it. He's nowhere near Larry Fitzgerald or Andre Johnson, whom he's compared to. In really looking at this draft class, projecting who will be drafted and understanding our WR Corp (both starters over 30 and Chad on the way out), I could easily see one of the two being the pick, but I'd rather have Maclin.

Knowshon continues to be a question. He's a player that could be there in the 2nd round, if he doens't run faster at his Pro Day. Without question, there will be a quality back (or two) between Knowshon, Donald Brown, Green, Wells or Jennings staring the Bengals in the face at #38. The question is, would they pull the trigger there.

I don't see Jason Smith being there when we pick. If he is, the Bengals MUST draft him. I think he's as good as Ryan Clady and Clady only gave up a 1/2 sack all season as a Rookie. The knocks on the two (both played in predominant passing systems) are pretty similar coming out.

BEAUTIFULLY said, I agree with ur assessment, I would love Maclin and his return ability, hell I'll take my Percy Harvin, he should've stayed at UF.

U hit the nail on the head with Knowshon, and I agree that at least one of those RB will be there in the 2nd round, and I would take Knowshon, Beanie, Donald Brown, Shonn Greene, or Jennings (in that order) in the 2nd.

I only want Eugene Monroe or Jason Smith with the 6th overall, maybe Michael Oher but def. not The Giant Boobz aka Andre Smith.

Heard today that Harvin had a very good Pro Day and showed he might belong in Top 10 consideration. How would you rate Maclin versus Percy? The thing I like about Harvin is he always seems like he's the fastest player on the field. I bet his game speed is a legitimate 4.3, and that's pretty rare. I'd put him in the Galloway category, as far as that goes. It's been a while since we've had a player that could score on every touch, well at least since Chad in his earlier years.

Big difference between Galloway and Harvin is the injury bug. Galloway was a work out warrior that didn't miss many games except when he had ACL surgery. Harvin seems to always be on the injury list despite being a work out warrior.

[UF_Gators_15]

IMO, Maclin is a more dynamic Chad, minus the off the field stuff. He's far more explosive than Crabtree and I like the fact that he might win a game or two alone just returning kicks in his 1st season. You can't teach speed and explosiveness. In the NFL, Crab will be probably be a very good possession receiver, but that's about it. He's nowhere near Larry Fitzgerald or Andre Johnson, whom he's compared to. In really looking at this draft class, projecting who will be drafted and understanding our WR Corp (both starters over 30 and Chad on the way out), I could easily see one of the two being the pick, but I'd rather have Maclin.

Knowshon continues to be a question. He's a player that could be there in the 2nd round, if he doens't run faster at his Pro Day. Without question, there will be a quality back (or two) between Knowshon, Donald Brown, Green, Wells or Jennings staring the Bengals in the face at #38. The question is, would they pull the trigger there.

I don't see Jason Smith being there when we pick. If he is, the Bengals MUST draft him. I think he's as good as Ryan Clady and Clady only gave up a 1/2 sack all season as a Rookie. The knocks on the two (both played in predominant passing systems) are pretty similar coming out.

BEAUTIFULLY said, I agree with ur assessment, I would love Maclin and his return ability, hell I'll take my Percy Harvin, he should've stayed at UF.

U hit the nail on the head with Knowshon, and I agree that at least one of those RB will be there in the 2nd round, and I would take Knowshon, Beanie, Donald Brown, Shonn Greene, or Jennings (in that order) in the 2nd.

I only want Eugene Monroe or Jason Smith with the 6th overall, maybe Michael Oher but def. not The Giant Boobz aka Andre Smith.

Heard today that Harvin had a very good Pro Day and showed he might belong in Top 10 consideration. How would you rate Maclin versus Percy? The thing I like about Harvin is he always seems like he's the fastest player on the field. I bet his game speed is a legitimate 4.3, and that's pretty rare. I'd put him in the Galloway category, as far as that goes. It's been a while since we've had a player that could score on every touch, well at least since Chad in his earlier years.

Dude, me and u got the exact same opinions...me, being a Gators fan, I would rather have Percy over Maclin b/c its like u said he is the fastest guy on the field and he makes the best SEC defenders look downright stupid! Percy is my boi! I really think this stuff about him being injury prone is kinda bull, he gets a bad wrap...he got hurt the game b4 the SEC championship this year and shouldn't of even played in the National Championship due to injury but he worked his tail off and when everyone went home for Christmas he stayed at UF to rehab so he could play vs. Oklahoma, the guy is a warrior and will do anything to win. If anyone watched him not play vs. Alabama in that slugfest he was beating himself up like he let his team down! I will 4ever cheer for Percy for the rest of his career, I say we trade Chad and draft Percy!

[Whur CHad At?]

I'd rather have Percy because he is more of a return/recieving threat than Maclin IMO

[Whur CHad At?]

Pro Day-

Jim Anderson worked out Knowshon Moreno at his Pro Day and spent a great deal of time with him.

Mike Sheppard was at Maclins pro day and he showed great explosion

Paul Alexander was at Eugene Monroes pro day, orchestrated his drills