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[Deegeezy]

Bengals.com Draft Recap - Day 1

Thursday, April 22, 2010

BENGALS GRAB USC'S TAYLOR MAYS IN ROUND 1
Hard-hitting safety expected to come in and immediately change the face of the Cincinnati defense

With their first pick in the draft the Cincinnati Bengals selected USC safety Taylor Mays. Mays, at 6-3 230 pounds, is expected to immediately become the team's starter at free safety over incumbent starter Chris Crocker. Mays' size/speed combination was too much for Bengals G.M. D.Geezy to overlook.

"This was the #1 guy on our board and there really was no hesitation in making him our pick when we saw he was there," said Geezy.

"He is such a versatile player and is equally stout against the run as he is against the pass. He is just the latest player for us to acquire this off-season that can do several things on the football field. He'll come in, learn the new defense we're installing, and be a defensive centerpiece for years to come."

Mays will join former Trojans and current Bengals, MLB Rey Maualuga and OLB Keith Rivers in Cincinnati's suddenly menacing back-seven.






"I'm coming into a situation that I like. I feel like this defense is a piece or two away from greatness. Coach Martz and the G.M. D.Geezy both spent a lot of time with me from the get-go as did Romeo Crennel. We all feel like I can come in and help turn around the defense."

- Mays on being picked #6 overall by the Bengals



"You can't throw the ball down the middle on him without getting pounded or something bad happening. It gives our football team so much when your deep safety is able to take away big aspects of what offenses can do to you.

"He is a guy that is the epitome of maximizing his experience at USC. He had a chance to go out last year, but he wanted to graduate. He wanted to see what it was like to be a senior and have a chance to be a leader of this team. He wanted to maximize his ability for the next level."

-USC Head Coach Pete Carroll on Mays in August 2009









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[Deegeezy]

Bengals.com Draft Recap - Day 1

Thursday, April 22, 2010

BENGALS TRADE BACK INTO ROUND 1 TO SELECT CB JOE HADEN
Florida CB brings speed, man-to-man cover skills to Cincinnati

The Cincinnati Bengals pulled off an unexpected draft day trade, trading two of their three 2nd round picks to the Detroit Lions for the 15th overall selection in the draft to select Florida CB Joe Haden. The Bengals sent the 33rd overall pick and the 38th overall pick to Detroit in exchange for the 15th overall pick and the Lions' fifth round pick (143rd overall). Haden, considered the draft's top cornerback, joins USC FS Taylor Mays in the Bengals' defensive secondary.

"We definitely did not expect Joe to get out of the top 10 and when he did we began working the phones as early as pick 12," said Bengals G.M. D.Geezy.

"With each pick that went by we realized things were becoming more and more realistic for our chances. I have no problem stating that we had a deal worked out with another team at a later slot for another player that surprisingly went ahead of Joe but we did not expect Haden to be there. Joe will come in and immediately compete for a spot in our secondary and I think he'll end up one of the better players from this draft. His skill set is amazing."

Haden, 5-11 190 pounds with 4.34 speed, figures to be in the mix at cornerback with Pro Bowl CB Leon Hall (81 overall) and the team's other starter, Jonathan Joseph (77 overall), who is going into a contract year.

"Joe was the #2 guy on our board and we did not think we'd have any shot at him. This really was a surprising coup for us." said Geezy.






"Aw man...I never thought I would play with a player like Mays. I'm excited about what we can bring to the table as a secondary next year. Heads are gonna roll."

- Haden on being picked #15 overall by the Bengals





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[Deegeezy]

Bengals.com Draft Recap - Day 1

Thursday, April 22, 2010

BENGALS SELECT DYNAMIC RETURN MAN ARENAS IN ROUND 2
Arenas expected to compete for nickel back duty while electrifying the Bengals' return units

The Cincinnati Bengals made another move aimed at improving their secondary while possibly upgrading their special teams return units, drafting Alabama CB Javier Arenas in round 2 of the NFL draft, the 52nd overall pick. Arenas, 5-9 193 pounds, runs a 4.3 40 and is best known for his spectacular return abilities. His six return touchdowns going into his senior season was already a school-record and he added to that number this past fall, returning another 3 for scores.

"Javier reminds me so much of (Bears WR) Devin Hester with his vision, speed, and acceleration," said Bengals G.M. D.Geezy.

"I felt like we struggled a bit last year in that area, in particular on punt returns, and I think this will obviously help our offense improve in regards to field position."

Though known more for his return abilities, Arenas is also a top-notch cornerback and was a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award. Arenas is expected to compete for nickel back duties along with 1st round pick Joe Haden in the Bengals' suddenly new-look secondary.

"It's obvious that we identified our secondary as an area of need," said Geezy.

"We ranked dead last in pass defense last year and gave up far too many big plays as well as a record number of point allowed. We've succeeded in our plan for day 1 of the draft and we're excited."






"I know I am known as a return man in most quarters but I want to make it clear that the Bengals are getting a good cornerback first and foremost. I know they picked Taylor Mays out of USC and also Joe Haden so I look forward to working with them and the rest of the guys in the secondary & get this team back to the playoffs. "

- Arenas on being picked in round 2 by the Bengals





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[Deegeezy]

2010 NFL Draft Day 1 Recap

2010 NFL Draft Results - Day 1


Round 1

1.New York Jets (via Cincinnati) - WR Damian Williams - USC
2.Green Bay - TE Jermaine Grisham - Oklahoma
3.Kansas City - MLB Rolando McClain - Alabama
4.San Francisco - OT Sam Young - Notre Dame
5.Houston - WR Jordan Shipley - Texas
6.Cincinnati (via New York Jets) - FS Taylor Mays - USC
7.Indianapolis - OT Adam Ulatoski - Texas
8.Oakland - SS Justin Woodall - Alabama
9.Seattle (via Denver) - FS Anderson Russell - Ohio St.
10.Dallas - DE Carlos Dunlap - Florida
11.New York Giants - DT Charles Alexander - LSU
12.Denver (via Chicago) - QB Sam Bradord - Oklahoma
13.Cleveland - OG Eric Olsen - Notre Dame
14.Seattle - WR Dez Bryant - Oklahoma St.
15.Cincinnati (via Detroit)* - CB Joe Haden - Florida
16.Tampa Bay - OT Russell Okung - Oklahoma
17.Philadelphia - LB Luther Brown - USC
18.Buffalo - OT Ciron Black - LSU
19.Miami - CB Patrick Robinson - Florida St.
20.San Francisco (via Carolina) - CB Walter Thurmond III - Oregon
21.New Orleans - SS Jermhale Hines - Ohio St.
22.St.Louis - RB Evan Royster - Penn St.
23.Jacksonville - FS Kim Chancellor - Virginia Tech
24.Baltimore - QB Tim Tebow - Florida
25.San Diego - RB Ben Tate - Auburn
26.Washington - RB Stafon Johnson - USC
27.Tennessee - LB Mark Herzlich - Boston College
28.Atlanta - FS Darrell Stuckey - Kansas
29.Minnesota - FS Chris Maragos - Wisconsin
30.Indianapolis (via New England)** - DT Ndamukong Suh - Nebraska
31.Arizona - FS Harry Coleman - LSU
32.Pittsburgh - DT Vince Oghobaase - Duke

* - Bengals trade picks 2 (1) and 2 (7) to Detroit for picks 1 (15) and 5 (15)
** - Patriots trade pick 1 (30) to Indianapolis for pick 2 (7) and 3(7)

Round 2

33.Detroit - FB Matt Clapp - Oklahoma
34.Green Bay - OG Sergio Render - Virginia Tech
35.Kansas City - FB Richie Brockel - Boise St.
36.San Francisco - FS Shane Carter - Wisconsin
37.Houston - MLB Brandon Spikes - Florida
38.Detroit (via Cincinnati) - CB Chimdi Chekwa - Wisconsin
39.New England (via Indianapolis)- WR Jamere Holland - Oregon
40.Oakland - RB LaGarrette Blount - Oregon
41.Denver - SS Randy Phillips - Miami
42.Dallas - SS Josh Pinkard - USC
43.New York Giants - OT Kyle Calloway - Iowa
44.Chicago - DE Sergio Kindle - Texas
45.Cleveland - DT Jared Odrick - Penn St.
46.Seattle - RB Charles Scott
47.Detroit - WR Riley Cooper - Florida
48.Tampa Bay - LB Eric Norwood - South Carolina
49.Philadelphia - DT Jeff Owens - Georgia
50.Buffalo - CB Brian Jackson - Oklahoma
51.Cincinnati (via Miami) - CB Javier Arenas - Alabama
52.Carolina - OG Brandon Carter - Texas Tech
53.New Orleans - OT John Jerry - Ole Miss
54.St.Louis - DT Doug Worthington - Ohio St.
55.New England (via Jacksonville) - DT Geno Atkins - Georgia
56.Baltimore - DT Gerald McCoy - Oklahoma
57.San Diego - DT Al Woods - LSU
58.Washington - DT Demarcus Granger - Oklahoma
59.New England (via Tennessee) - TE Ed Dickson - Oregon
60.Kansas City (via Atlanta) - WR Arrelious Benn - Illinois
61.Minnesota - RB Chris Brown - Oklahoma
62.New England - LB R.J. Kieselkauhane - Hawaii
63.Arizona - RB Darren Evans - Virginia Tech
64.Pittsburgh - RB Jonathan Dwyer- Georgia Tech

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Bengals Remaining Picks: 3rd round pick 1 (65), 5th round pick 1 (129), 5th round pick 15 (143), 6th round pick 1 (161), 7th round pick 1 (193)

DAY 2 - TOMORROW

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[goDawgs1433]

Seems like the theme was all secondary there, but I love the players you got. Mays could be one of the best safeties in the NFL in a few years and Haden should turn into a nice, shutdown guy. Arenas is just so dangerous all-around.

[Deegeezy]

Seems like the theme was all secondary there, but I love the players you got. Mays could be one of the best safeties in the NFL in a few years and Haden should turn into a nice, shutdown guy. Arenas is just so dangerous all-around.

That actually was not by design. The plan going into the day was to trade a similar package to Philadelphia at 17 to grab the guard Eric Olsen. He is a beast (mid-90 ratings in STR, PBK, and RBK according to my scouts).

When Cleveland grabbed him, I noticed that my #2 guy was still available and I had to make a move.

[RyanLeaf16]

Can't wait for the draft, nice trade to get the 1st pick.

He didn't acquire the #1 pick. He traded it away.

[RyanLeaf16]

Nice draft DGZ. I really like the selection of Taylor Mays. I think he'll be a fantastic player for you moving forward. He is the kind of player that can do it all - he can play up in the box and can drop back in coverage, etc.

Joe Haden is going to be another big-time player for you. He'll definitely compete for a starting gig and at worst will spend a year as the nickel man in your defense. And of course I like the pick of Arenas...I nabbed him too in my 'chise, but, I got him in the 5th round I think. I guess he wasn't as highly rated in my DC as yours. I'm looking forward to day two of the draft. The first day reminds me of the Bucs' '95 draft class and McKay trading back into the first round. Granted we took a DT and LB, but, still, Haden and Mays will be cornerstones for you.

[Deegeezy]

Nice draft DGZ. I really like the selection of Taylor Mays. I think he'll be a fantastic player for you moving forward. He is the kind of player that can do it all - he can play up in the box and can drop back in coverage, etc.

Joe Haden is going to be another big-time player for you. He'll definitely compete for a starting gig and at worst will spend a year as the nickel man in your defense. And of course I like the pick of Arenas...I nabbed him too in my 'chise, but, I got him in the 5th round I think. I guess he wasn't as highly rated in my DC as yours. I'm looking forward to day two of the draft. The first day reminds me of the Bucs' '95 draft class and McKay trading back into the first round. Granted we took a DT and LB, but, still, Haden and Mays will be cornerstones for you.

Thanks man...Was Mays who you had in mind?

I didn't think there was a chance in hell that I would have a shot at Haden. Like I said, I had a plan in place to trade up to the mid first round for another player but once it became apparent that the draft's best corner was falling, I had to go get him.

If this class turns out like the 95 Bucs class, we are gonna be pretty well set on that side of the ball.

love the draft. cant wait for day 2

Thanks man...Still some good talent left on the board. I am still undecided.

[Deegeezy]

Great three picks. Javier is Gilbert's cousin, correct?

Yep...Just googled it. I wasn't aware of that. Nice nuggett.

[DoubleDeuce]

Javier Arenas is the best returnman in college football, and he should be in the NFL too :D

[Tearz49ers]

Loving the draft picks there boss, they are instantly going to help your team out this season.

Not sure that madden's draft AI is all that better though.... Tim Tebow to Baltimore?

[Matt10]

I love secondary focused drafts, degeezy - good work man. By far this is the best report on the NFL side of things.

[Deegeezy]

Bengals.com Draft Recap - Day 2

ELECTRIC RB C.J. SPILLER PICKED FIRST ON DAY 2
5-11 195 pound speed back considered a perfect fit for Mike Martz' offense, reminds former Rams boss of Marshall Faulk

Bengals Head Coach Mike Martz on Spiller: C.J. was a guy that we thought heavily about in round 2 but in the end we decided that cornerback was a bigger need. I finally convinced D.Geezy to let me have a new toy during the draft and when we realized C.J. was still on the board, we knew it was the pick right away. He just looks so much like Marshall on tape and I had to have him.


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[Deegeezy]

Bengals.com Draft Recap - Day 2

TEAM WRAPS UP DAY 2, DRAFTING MORE DEPTH ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BALL
Athletic TE Moya the most likely to contribute right way, can also serve as a deep snapper | Remaining picks Ford, Robinson, and Austin each provide depth

Bengals Remaining Day 2 Picks



Pick 5 (129) - DT Boo Robinson 6-2 326 - Wake Forest





Pick 5 (143) TE Ryan Moya - 6-4 229 - UCLA





Pick 6 (161) Jacoby Ford - 5-10 185 - Clemson





Pick 7 (193) - C Thomas Austin - 6-3 315 - Clemson






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