ArmyBengal Posted April 27, 2012 Report Share Posted April 27, 2012 With their 3rd pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals select:DEVON STILL, DT, PENN STATE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 The gimme a lineman crowd should be happy. And I never have to hear from them again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted April 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Well...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 He looks REALLY grateful. I bet he plays his ass off for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was kind of expecting something like this, DT was good value here. Still was projected as a first rounder by some, including IIRC ourlads. Good pick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Defensive player of the year in the Big 10? Didn't know that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Living in PA i watched him alot, and all i have to say is if he plays like he did this year, look out he will be crazy!!Now trade back up and take Randle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 NFL.com:OVERVIEWStill is one of the most NFL-ready interior lineman of this year's senior class and arguably one of the most polished and "safe" picks of the draft. He has massive size to clog lanes on the inside and occupy blocks. Still displays good technique to beat double teams and get to the passer, and the power to bowl over would-be blockers to be disruptive in the backfield. He has been a reliable and productive player throughout his time at Penn State. A team that needs to address its run defense and add a player who will occupy and keep linebackers free in a 4-3 or 3-4 scheme likely will select Still in the middle of the first round as an immediate starter.ANALYSISSTRENGTHS Still is a strong player who gets off the line quickly for his size and shows the explosion to blow back offensive guards into their own backfield. He excels as a run defender by using his strength to occupy a blocker while he reads the play and reacts, which is ideal for a nose tackle in a 3-4 defense. He has the ability to use hand technique and footwork to remove himself from blocks and get in the backfield. For a massive nose tackle, he is an above-average pass rusher who can use an array of swim and dip moves to get to the passer.WEAKNESSES While Still can rush the passer, it is rare that he actually gets there to record the sack, as his athletic ability is rather average once he is in the open field. He works tremendously in tight quarters but doesn't display that quickness or explosion when free. This is true of his play in pursuit, as well. Once the ball gets past him, he usually is done for the play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was kind of expecting something like this, DT was good value here. Still was projected as a first rounder by some, including IIRC ourlads. Good pick.Its a VERY Ravens-like thing to do. When you come to a guy you have a huge grade on who has fallen, you take him. Talent wins out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was kind of expecting something like this, DT was good value here. Still was projected as a first rounder by some, including IIRC ourlads. Good pick.At one point he was the number 1 DT, but fell because of injury reasons. Im telling you guys if he plays like he did this year, he will be amazing in this rotation and im not kidding. I cant wait to see him play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cHaD711Johnson Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was kind of expecting something like this, DT was good value here. Still was projected as a first rounder by some, including IIRC ourlads. Good pick.Its a VERY Ravens-like thing to do. When you come to a guy you have a huge grade on who has fallen, you take him. Talent wins out.Great pick. We really are having a Ravens/Steelers-esque draft. I can't complain. Especially when Pat Sims will likely be gone after next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 CBS:Pass rush: Comes fast and hard off the snap if given a step by backpedalling linemen in pass protection. Will work through the whistle. Tries to swim past his man when there is room to maneuver, bothering the quarterback but rarely getting there. Effective taking up two blockers and flashes some quickness outside on twists. Run defense: Most productive against the run when slanting into the action. Strong at the point when keeping his pads low, but his height means a constant battle to prevent linemen from getting under his pads. Fights through doubles, at times still finding the ballcarrier through traffic. His anchor against doubles when not attacking the pocket is inconsistent; blown off the line too often. Good effortto reach ballcarriers coming into his area; keeps his eyes on them and can make the play even when moving back or losing his balance. Must work on defeating cut blocks with his hands. Explosion: Combination of size and strength has not yet been harnessed. Inconsistent off the snap, more often last one to move than the first. Does not knock back better linemen. Fatigue becomes an issue later in game, losing his explosiveness off the ball and hustle. Strength: Rarely dominates his man at the point. Capable of shedding with strong hands and tossing aside guards if their heads are down, but could do so more regularly. Tackling: Wide body and long, strong arms envelop backs running between the tackles. Good vision and strength lets him bring down backs by a shoelace, even if falling to the ground. Possesses nimble feet and fair change of direction for his size; chases ballcarriers around the line and can stay with elusive backs after they make a move. Gives some chase to the sideline on quick throws and when backs try to run outside.Intangibles: Suffered torn left ACL/MCL in August 2007, broken left ankle in August 2008. Cousin Art Still played for the Kansas City Chiefs. Another cousin, Levon Kirkland, was a standout linebacker with the Pittsburgh Steelers. --Chad Reuter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BengalszoneBilly Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 This is gonna be a long night... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cincyhokie Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was sure that they would take a WR who slid for character, focus, or performance concerns. Turns out they took a solid player at a position IMO that needed some shoring up.Things just might be changing. I like this pick alot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 The Bengals are flat rocking this draft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I have seen this guy take games over by himself, it was unreal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingwilly Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Great pick, albeit not a sexy pick...They need skilled playmakers here on out. Dump all these late round picks and get another r2 and r3!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Walter:Strengths:Brute force in the trenchesMakes plays behind the line of scrimmageAbility to collapse the pocketPower to push linemen asideStrength to hold ground against drive blockersGood pad levelDisruptiveQuick first stepPlus athletic abilityHas speed and powerStrong pass-rusherPowerful bull rushFlexible to play nose tackle or three technique in a 4-3Can beat double teamsReady to play immediately in the NFL Weaknesses:Can get quiet in stretchesCould use more closing speedDidn't play as well against best competition Summary: There are a wide variety of opinions on Still. Some see him as a pick in the middle of the first round, while others think he is a second-rounder. After watching a lot of him in 2011, the opinion here is that Still would be worth a pick in the top 32 and is good enough to go in the middle of the first round. Still had a superb senior season. He was a playmaker and the leader of the Penn State defense. Still has good size, surprising speed and real power. He played Alabama tough and gave their talented offensive line a lot of trouble to start the season. His last few games, especially against Ohio State and Wisconsin, were his worst showings of the year. Still did not perform well against Wisconsin guard Kevin Zeitler. Still finished with 55 tackles with 17 tackles for a loss, 4.5 sacks, a pass batted away and a forced fumble in 2011. Still was generally very disruptive at the point of attack. Even when he didn't get sacks, he regularly got pressure on the quarterback. His pass-rushing skills with power and speed are very advanced entering the NFL. He also holds his ground in run defense. Still would regularly blast into the backfield and tackle running backs for a loss. Teams sent a lot of extra blocking in Still's direction, but he continued to be disruptive. Still has an excellent combination of power, athleticism and speed entering the NFL. He could stay in a 4-3 defense as a nose tackle or a three technique. The former may be his best position. It also appears that Still could play defensive end in a 3-4 defense. He has length to perform on the edge. Given his scheme flexibility along with his production, Still has a real shot at being a mid-first-round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazkal Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was kind of expecting something like this, DT was good value here. Still was projected as a first rounder by some, including IIRC ourlads. Good pick.Its a VERY Ravens-like thing to do. When you come to a guy you have a huge grade on who has fallen, you take him. Talent wins out.DT is a solid value well our starters are set in stone It's good to have a strong rotation and sims probably gone next year...Plus peko has 2 years left in contract? best tobe prepared encase lose someone later.Great pick, albeit not a sexy pick...They need skilled playmakers here on out. Dump all these late round picks and get another r2 and r3!!!!!! Agreed RB and WR in round 3...would also love see em move back up in rnd 2... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BengalszoneBilly Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 He could stay in a 4-3 defense as a nose tackleWalter said that? Really? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I dont think the bengals thought he was going to be there, and i didnt either.Dunlap sure loves the pick, just seeing what he was tweeting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was kind of expecting something like this, DT was good value here. Still was projected as a first rounder by some, including IIRC ourlads. Good pick.Its a VERY Ravens-like thing to do. When you come to a guy you have a huge grade on who has fallen, you take him. Talent wins out.Absolutely. Still was simply too good to pass up here. And with Sims obviously wanting a big payday it fits for the future as well.Now we need to find a WR... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 I was kind of expecting something like this, DT was good value here. Still was projected as a first rounder by some, including IIRC ourlads. Good pick.Its a VERY Ravens-like thing to do. When you come to a guy you have a huge grade on who has fallen, you take him. Talent wins out.Absolutely. Still was simply too good to pass up here. And with Sims obviously wanting a big payday it fits for the future as well.Now we need to find a WR...Not only that but remember when Sims went down how horrible the run defense was, so i really like this pick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazkal Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Pass rush: Comes fast and hard off the snap if given a step by backpedalling linemen in pass protection. Him and Geno sound Scary on passing downs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BengalszoneBilly Posted April 28, 2012 Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 James is still on the board? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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