Damarion Williams, CB Houston: A tough captain who seems like he loves football, Williams will likely be headed to the slot in the NFL where his quickness can shine. However, the most interesting cornerback and perhaps the most interesting player in Mobile this week isTariq Woolen(American) out of UTSA. 8.Zion Johnson, G Boston College: Johnson has it all as an offensive line prospect durability, versatility, and smarts. Maybe he doesn't fit the old mold exactly, but Dean is simply a football player who gets to the ball while checking all the intangible boxes. Baltimore Ravens Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns Pittsburgh Steelers AFC South. New SGAnon File 33: France Under WH Control | Mil Alliance Protecting Leaders | Benedict Death: 2/3 Matrix Now Reclaimed. Matt Groh said it himself, the linebacker position in the college game and by extension the NFL is changing. He's got some Dion Lewis to him. He's exactly the kind of quick-open player that the Patriots could use as a fourth receiver. The Patriots select their left tackle of the future and address their three biggest needs in this seven-round mock draft. He's got a lot of qualities that make for a Patriots second-round pick. Troy Andersen (born April 23, 1999) is an American football linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). "Troy Andersen is a Day 1 starter in the league." - @McShay13 #NFLCombine . How many . Elam had some rough moments against the top programs (Alabama and Georgia), but showed progress throughout his college career as a starter. Hes a leader. 2020 season was cancelled due to COVID-19. [16] Andersen graduated from Montana State with a degree in agricultural business in May 2021. He's an elite athlete who had an impact as a quarterback and running back as well as at . Watson was mentioned in our Senior Bowl preview earlier this week. But the Patriots need to replace J.C. Jackson, and Stingley has exactly the kind of skill set to thrive in Bill Belichick's defense. The Miami Dolphins forfeited their first-round pick in 2023 and third-round pick in 2024 due to Stephen Ross tampering with Tom Brady and Sean Payton. Like Jerod Mayo in 2008, he's a smart inside linebacker to build around for the future. Travis Jones, DT UConn: Maybe not the monster that Jordan Davis is, but Jones could also enter the first-round conversation with his excellent size and strength. Is it a sure thing hell be a starting linebacker on Day 1? Maybe he doesnt make the team. He's a load once he gets going downhill and would be a nice complementary piece in the backfield. Nov 27, 2021; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers cornerback Roger McCreary (23) breaks up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver John Metchie III (8) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Round 2, Pick 57: John Metchie II, WR, Alabama. Cook can line up both in the backfield and split out in the formation, something the Patriots have had White do in the past. Troy Andersen is 6-4 (193 cm) tall. Chicago Mayor Lightfoot ousted; Vallas, Johnson in runoff, King asks Duke and Duchess of Sussex to move out of Frogmore so Prince Andrew can move in, Biden Mocks Marjorie Taylor Greene With 1 Simple Hand Gesture, A Nebraska high-school cheerleader competed on her own after the rest of her squad quit. With the success of Christian Barmore last season, would the Patriots look to draft another athletic, three-down defensive tackle? He won't be a first rounder, but there is a lot of potential to make an impact in many ways. Troy Andersen was born on April 23, 1999. 2 seed (136) Aaron Rodgers holds all the cards for 2023 (118) . [5] Andersen completed 115 of 208 passes for 1,195 yards with three touchdowns and seven interceptions and also rushed for 1,412 yards and a school-record 21 touchdowns and was named first-team All-Big Sky. Versatile prospect with big play ability. of Bobcat Football. Hes still learning the position, but as a projected early Day 3 pick, his upside is tremendous. Find out what the top 'experts' are predicting the Patriots will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Andersen possesses a prototypical blend of size and athleticism for a modern NFL . The jump in competition could require some time to develop, but Watson is big, smooth and versatile, while earning praise for his high character. 29. Did Trump Just Hint At Something? 104. Posted: 4/04/2022 12:33 pm PDT. Bill Belichick has often said it's about finding good football players and Dean is a three-down stud who would bring an infusion of speed that could make a big difference. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Not does Andersen offer the athletic skills to play both off the ball and on the edge if used as a linebacker, he also has experience on the other side of the ball. Round 2, Pick 54: Troy Andersen, LB, Montana State. The traits he has you can't teach, and the ones that he doesn't, like in pass protection, can be addressed by NFL coaching. Playing at the heart of the defense would allow him to use his elite range as a second-level defender both versus the run and the pass. 33. Theres only one consensus top-50 receiver in the game Penn StatesJahan Dotson(National). Get the latest player news, stats, injury history and updates for Linebacker Troy Anderson of the Atlanta Falcons on NBC Sports Edge. The Patriots have a major need at offensive tackle with several players set to hit free agency at the position. That doesn't include 15 other players who were later added to the roster via free agency. In Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers, Andersen made his first professional start, where had a season-high 13 tackles in the 2814 win. He played at the Senior Bowl. John Ridgeway, DL - Arkansas: There's a lot of Lawrence Guy in Ridgeway's game as he's a big space eater inside at 6-5, 321 pounds. In his five years at Montana State, Andersen switched positions from linebacker to running back, then to quarterback, then back to linebacker. As someone who came to football late the questions are about his instincts, but he has the size and athleticism to be a long-term anchor at left tackle. Getty Head Coach Arthur Smith of the Atlanta Falcons. Troy Andersen signed a 4 year, $6,103,570 contract with the Atlanta Falcons, including a $1,618,960 signing bonus, $2,601,395 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $1,525,893. The Patriots are one of the best teams at using multiple backs in a game and, while Strong has operated in a backfield . He's currently projected to be a Day 3 pick. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. ATHENS, GA NOVEMBER 9: Tyler Badie #1 of the Missouri Tigers rushes with the ball during the first half of a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 9, 2019 in Athens, Georgia. Safety Devin McCourty details the state of the New England Patriots and why quarterback Mac Jones is still considered "The Guy". . 39. He was named a FCS All-American and the Big Sky Conference defensive player of the year in 2021. Falcons LB Troy Andersen Creates 'Good Problem' in Atlanta Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Troy Andersen shined in his first NFL start with 13 tackles. The Falcons depth chart looks a little different heading into Sunday's game at Tampa Bay. Put that versatility and high character into 4.32 kind of speed and you have a dynamic option that is a great Patriots fit. I failed to have the same shocking panache as Bill Belichick. [4] He moved to quarterback before his sophomore season after two-year starter Chris Murray was ruled academically ineligible to play. Cam Taylor-Britt, CB Nebraska: A three-year starter and captain, Taylor-Britt has some concerns when it comes to tackling but part of that could be remedied by finding a permanent position in the NFL. He'd be an ideal long-term replacement for James White and could get on the field sooner than later given his rare pass protection skills and desire. And hes not a bad athlete either. Andersen . He traded on draft day with his top rival in the AFC East. Draft Profile: Bio. So thats exactly what I did in this mock draft, spinning a deal with the Buffalo Bills to move back in the first round while picking up another second-round draft choice. He'd make a tough, physical complement and could be a Day One starter at guard after getting plenty of SEC snaps. Oct 7, 2021; Jonesboro, Arkansas, USA; Coastal Carolina Chanticleers tight end Isaiah Likely (4) runs with the ball after a catch for a touchdown during the second half against the Arkansas State Red Wolves at Centennial Bank Stadium. 19.Josh Paschal, DE Kentucky: Paschal was second-team All-SEC after being the first three-time captain in school history. I came upon Hall late in the draft process, he should probably be even higher on this list but after using this slot originally on Nik Bonitto I felt Hall was the better fit and could be a dark horse to sneak all the way up into the first round. For more names to keep an eye on in Mobile, check below for a position-by-position preview, Sep 11, 2021; West Point, New York, USA; Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) throws a pass against the Army Black Knights during the second half at Michie Stadium. Travon Walker, defensive end from Georgia, is my best overall fit in this class, but he, like quite a few others, should be long gone before the Patriots make their first selection. His inconsistency during his final season is the only thing that is knocking him down the draft board toward the late first round. So lets get Mac Jones favorite college receiver: Metchie. He's currently projected as a late Day 2 or early Day 3 pick. 6. Draft: Atlanta Falcons in the 2nd round (58th overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft. Then theres the biggest player taking part in the game this week. Troy Andersen is the LB for the Atlanta Falcons. Arizona State defensive back Chase Lucas (24). Round 3, Pick 85: Max Mitchell, OT, Louisiana. Troy Andersen LB Montana State 6-3 243 SR #15. While Andersen is a versatile, well-rounded athlete, many were surprised to see the team once again opt against taking a quarterback. chosen for the Senior Bowl. Hes not the strongest off-ball linebacker in the world but he moves so well. Named the 2021 FCS ADA Defensive Player of the Year and was a unanimous first-team All-American. 32. He seems a bit more stiff than his Georgia counterpart, but Lloyd has size and versatility that intrigues, as he has potential to move out to the edge and bring more value that way. A quarterback, turned running back, turned fullback, turned linebacker, the Dillon, Montana native checks . Brandon Bolden, who ended up absorbing Whites role for the remainder of the season, just turned 32 and is also a pending free agent. His strength in the run game is how rangy he is. Darian Kinnard (American) bullied defensive linemen as a right tackle in Kentuckys run and RPO-heavy offense in 2021. He finished with 54 tackles, 11.5 for loss, 6.5 sacks, and an interception. At 6-foot-5, 207 pounds with an official 4.44 40 on the books, he checks all the physical boxes of a downfield threat. Hes experienced for a player at this point, as a four-year contributor at Rutgers. Troy Andersen on Madden 23. 2022-08-23-jaxon-smith-njigba. The above line graph shows his Madden 23 Rating Weekly Movement while below are . While NE has a lot of strong safety types, Hill is more of a coverage player, but that extends beyond just a back-end free safety. New England Patriots New York Jets AFC North. Northern IowasTrevor Penning(National) is another massive blocker at 6-foot-7, and is listed anywhere from 320-340 pounds (well get an official measurement from the Senior Bowl). Will he continue to get large chunks of . GRADE: 79 OVR RANK: NR POS RANK: NR . [8] As a redshirt senior, Andersen was named the Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year and was the runner-up for the Buck Buchanan Award. While he is still raw in that regard, his athletic skills allow him to quickly recover and make up for any mistakes; he is strong in pursuit and runs on a very hot motor. This year, the Patriots are sending four members of their coaching staff (aside from Bill Belichick, who attends as the team's general manager). All Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Troy Andersen With Donta Hightower and JaWhaun Bentley both pending free agents, linebacker is towards the top of the list of Patriots needs this offseason. 31.9k. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images). He shows good recognition and comes downhill hard. Yeah, that looks better. Dylan Parham, OG Memphis: Versatile to play either guard spot with four years of starting experience, Parham has played a lot of college football. 35. The Patriots don't have much need for depth at the position, but he certainly plays the kind of way that attracts the Patriots. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA JANUARY 01: JT Woods #22 of the Baylor Bears breaks up a pass intended for Urriah Shephard #35 of the Mississippi Rebels during the first quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome on January 01, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Troy Andersen player profile featuring advanced stats, metrics & analytics: 40 time, burst, agility, SPARQ, hand size and comparable players Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen has the chance to be an impact defender for the New England Patriots. The National Football League (NFL) today announced there will be two 2023 International Games in Germany next season. . pic.twitter.com/cngESV7t4D. With that in mind, lets dive into this mock draft. If the Patriots want to replace Trent Brown, theres no more logical fit. 47. At 6-foot-5, 333 pounds, Jones stood out as an anchor of a Huskies defense that had to stop the run quite a bit. Oluokun and Jones manned the starting spots last season, but Walker and Andersen already look primed to rejuvenate the engine room of the Falcons' defense in 2022. Maybe he plays tight end, fullback or H-back for New England. The upcoming draft, after all, gives the team additional opportunities to add athleticism to its linebacker depth chart. He earned an 86.3 PFF grade for Montana State in 2021 and led the FCS in defensive stops (67). 24. Flashing big-play ability, the next step for Doubs will be to prove he can make an impact in the short and intermediate passing game as well. Doubs had reach the 1,000 yard mark in each of his last two seasons, with 80 catches for 1,109 yards and 11 touchdowns for the Wolfpack last year. MSU01 Golden Bobcat Posts: 6189 Comments? Weaknesses: For all his impressive athleticism and sky-high potential, Andersen is a very raw player at this point in his development. Troy Andersen is a man straight from a ranch in Montana. As luck would have it, none of those players are participating in the Senior Bowl this year. While it's easy to see him as a core special teamer, Anderson's size and athleticism, reinforced by his excellent Combine and Pro Day performances, provide a glimpse of a potential three-down linebacker who can play inside or on the edge. Roger McCreary (American) of Auburn is a projected late first round pick, and plays the cornerback position exactly the way the Patriots like. Is it insane to say hell be a top linebacker in the NFL? Granted, he will focus on one thing at the NFL, but a team might explore his abilities in a linebacker/fullback-type role reminiscent of former Patriots defender Elandon Roberts. TennesseesCade Mays(American), TulsasChris Paul(American) and GeorgiasJamaree Salyer(American) all fit the bill here. Two of the top players on the board will be at the Senior Bowl. 45. At 6-foot-4, 240 pounds, he uses his size to his advantage in both in the passing game and as a run blocker. 21. TRADE! Metchie and Georgias George Pickens are my two favorite receivers for the Patriots in this years draft. The team also signed versatile safety/linebacker hybrid Jabrill Peppers in free agency last month. Switched to quarterback the next year and was all-conference. Two of those prospects, wide receivers Romeo Doubs (Nevada) and Christian Watson (North Dakota State),told reporters theyve spoken with the Patriots. Explore all Atlanta Falcons NFL player stats - including passing, rushing, receiving, tackles, and more! He has a nose for the ball but is facing a big jump in competition. 46. Patriots draft profile: Slade Bolden is the Alabama wide receiver most likely to end up in New England, Patriots 2022 NFL Draft profiles: Scouting reports, analysis, best fits, and more, Patriots draft profile: Jordan Davis would have a transformative effect on New Englands defense, Patriots draft profile: Troy Andersen is one of the best athletes in the entire draft. Gambling problem? April 29, 2022 9:26 pm ET. Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen has the chance to be an impact defender for the New England Patriots. Finally, MissourisTyler Badie(National) has plenty of experience in a pass-catching role. All rights reserved. #Falcons fans, it won't be long before your new LB Troy Andersen develops into a three-down defender. 86.3 PFF grade for Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen is a lot of qualities that make for a modern.! Need at offensive tackle with several players set to hit free agency last month 2 seed 136! 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