Garrett

[OldPony]

Just saw an interesting synopsis of d-backs. It only listed about 10 but mentioned that KG was worth a look. It said "he had poor technical skills, couldn't tackle but could really run". I hope KG gets a shot but I wondered why he would have poor technical skills.

[Otto]

I don't think that's a fair analysis. He doesn't always go up and compete for the ball in the air as well as he could/should, but watch some tapes of him coming up and supporting the run - he'll lay a lick on someone. If he has to go through a grooming process before becoming a regular on defense, I think he could be a star on special teams, as a "flyer/gunner" covering kickoffs and punts.

[giacfsp]

Sporting News did it's mock draft in last week's issue. They are the only publication I know of that tries to predict every pick in every round, and they deserve some credit for the guts to try that.

However, they have KG as the #16 CORNERBACK in the draft, but then project him in the second round (to Denver). What gives? Not much consistency there...

[OldPony]

Otto- There is a difference in hitting and tackling. I was surprised myself but haven't had the opportunity to watch KG much. Moodley is a good example of someone who gets there but doesn't have a clue how to tackle anyone when he gets there. Is this a common trait in our secondary? Opinions anyone?

[Pony4Life]

I'm not sure Moodley got there that often. As I recall, all too often he mis-read the angle necessary to make a play and then watched a guy race by, and dove to try to make up for it with a shoestring tackle. But the coaches seem confident he'll have a breakout year at CB - let's hope!