Supplemental Draft...

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Information about the upcoming one....

Brandt's supplemental draft primer


By Gil Brandt
Senior Analyst


(May 18, 2006) -- For those of you experiencing a little post-NFL Draft withdrawal, there's good news: The 2006 Supplemental Draft is just around the corner.

This years' supplemental draft is tentatively scheduled for July 13. Rules of the supplemental draft stipulate that it has to take place at least 10 days prior to opening of the first training camp.

Draft order is determined by a weighted system that is divided into three groupings. First come the teams that had six or fewer wins last season, followed by non-playoff teams that had more than six wins, followed by the 12 playoff teams.


The supplemental draft gives players like Ahmad Brooks of Virginia a shot at making the pros.

The first time the supplemental draft came into play was in 1977, when Al Hunter, a running back from Notre Dame, was selected in the fourth round by the Seattle Seahawks.

Of course, in order for a team to select someone, it must have that choice available in the following year's regular draft -- and that's the pick it will give up to make the supplemental pick.

Some of the names you may recall that have been selected in supplemental drafts through the years include linebacker Brian Bosworth, a first-round pick of the Seahawks in 1987; Washington State QB Tim Rosenbach, taken by the Cardinals in 1989; Miami QB Steve Walsh, also taken in 1989 by the Dallas Cowboys; and Duke QB Dave Brown, who was selected by the Giants in 1992.

More recently, San Diego defensive tackle Jamal Williams was a second-round supplemental pick in 1998, and he's become a terrific run-stuffer for the Chargers.

The paperwork hasn't officially been filed yet for this year's supplemental draft, but there are at least two players who will get a close look from scouts around the league:

-Ahmad Brooks, LB, Virginia: A national defensive player of the year coming out of high school, Brooks had an outstanding 2004 season for the Cavaliers in 2004, but got hurt last year.

-Jason Berryman, DE, Iowa State: At about 240 pounds, he's probably a linebacker in a 3-4 scheme. His Pro Day is already set for June 6 at Iowa State, and we'll have reports on that.

 

[Crossbones]

I remember reading about what a stud and can't miss prospecet Brooks was gong to be.

He might be a steal for somebody oother than in round one of the supplemental.

 

[XLRaider]

Since the supplemental draft is a sealed bid (I think...), I would like to see us risk a 2nd or 3rd rounder on him. I don't know whether there is anybody else who would risk a first rounder on him. He's a OLB with good speed and tackling ability. We've finally got some of them on the roster now, but these are also excellent players to have on ST's.

 

[Crossbones]

Since the supplemental draft is a sealed bid (I think...), I would like to see us risk a 2nd or 3rd rounder on him. I don't know whether there is anybody else who would risk a first rounder on him. He's a OLB with good speed and tackling ability. We've finally got some of them on the roster now, but these are also excellent players to have on ST's.

That's what I think. It would be worth the risk. I too doubt anybody is going after him in the first round. The guy has game.

 

[Angry Pope]

Speculation that Brooks may not be available by the end of round one...take it for what it is worth...

Pats may look at Edwards, Brooks

By Albert Breer/ Metrowest Daily News
Sunday, May 21, 2006 - Updated: 11:31 AM EST

One thing everyone can forget about is a lush June 1 market in the NFL, because this year the cuts of the past aren’t as necessary now that the salary cap is close to $20 million more than it was in 2005.

Still, there could be several interesting players out there for the Patriots, including two at linebacker.

San Diego Chargers veteran Donnie Edwards and University of Virginia’s Ahmad Brooks both could pair with Tedy Bruschi inside, enabling Mike Vrabel to move back outside.

Edwards and the Chargers have reportedly been at odds throughout the offseason and a serious rift seems to have developed between he and general manager A.J. Smith.

Some expect San Diego to either waive or trade the 33-year-old, although Smith says he won’t.

Edwards is a bit light (6-foot-2, 227 pounds) but has played on the inside of the Chargers’ 3-4 scheme for the last four years and has posted more than 100 tackles for seven consecutive seasons. He played the final 10 games of last season with a torn meniscus (knee) and still registered 112 solo stops.

Brooks may be even more enticing. The 6-4, 260-pounder reportedly runs the 40 in the 4.5-second range.

So how would he be available? Well, old Bill Belichick friend and current Virginia coach Al Groh threw him off the Cavaliers’ roster during spring ball due to an unspecified off-field incident.

Such circumstances have haunted Brooks since he was in high school. The blue-chip recruit was forced to take a prep year before reporting to Virginia because of non-qualifying standardized test scores.cw0

Here are the plusses for Brooks:

He’s a rare talent who has extensive experience playing inside linebacker in a similar 3-4 model to the Patriots.

Before an injury-marred junior year, he was a Butkus Award finalist, first-team All-American and top 10 draft lock.

Because he planned to return to Virginia for his senior season and missed the draft deadline, Brooks will be available in the July 13 supplemental draft.

Brooks currently is working out with Atlanta trainer Chip Smith and has signed with an agent, so there’s no turning back.

The Patriots will be slotted to pick in the bottom 12 of each round, and if they exercise a first-rounder on Brooks - who may not even be available at that point - they forfeit their first-rounder in next April’s regular draft.

If they have him rated as high as some do, the freakish talent with good size and demeanor may just be worth it.

 

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Here is information on the other player in the SupDraft....

Jason Berryman

Class:
RS Sophomore

Hometown:
Houston, Tex.

High School:
Kashmere

Height / Weight:
6-2 / 225

Position:
DE

Birthdate:
02/18/1985


2005: Tied for team lead in tackles against Army with 11 ... recovered a fumble against Iowa and had the most active game ever for someone who did not record a tackle ... recorded four tackles an interception, pass breakup, sack and one and a half tackles for a loss against Illinois State.

2003: Big 12 Conference Defensive Newcomer of the Year ... honorable mention all-Big 12 ... Scripps/FWAA Freshman ... collegefootballnews.com Freshman All-American ... four-time defensive game MVP ... second on team with 110 tackles ... led all freshmen NCAA I-A defensive linemen in tackles ... career-high tackles against Kansas, including two for loss and a sack ... led team with 14 tackles against Colorado, including three for a loss, a sack and forced fumble ... led team in tackles against Kansas State with 15 including two ... leader at Nebraska with 13 tackles, a fumble recovery and interception ... co-leader against Texas with 14 tackles.

High School Experience: All-district linebacker (Class 4A District 22) ... first-team tight end, first-team punter, defensive MVP (22-4A) ... second-team all-city ... finished career with 140 tackles and 31 sacks ... also amassed 378 rushing yards and 280 receiving yards ... team was 14-8 his final two seasons ... regional track qualifier in the 200 meters and 4x100 meter relay ... coached by Kirby Jones.

Personal: Born Feb. 18, 1985, in Houston ... son of Jewell and Cady Berryman ... majoring in psychology.

 

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Posted 8/6/2005 12:14 AM

Roundup: Iowa State's Berryman returns, expresses regret

AMES, Iowa — Jason Berryman stood before reporters Friday and expressed remorse for the assault that sent him to jail for 258 days, saying it was a mistake for which there was no excuse.
In his first public comments since his arrest last August, Berryman said he came out of jail a new person and with a new appreciation for the opportunities he had as a football player and student at Iowa State.

He also said coach Dan McCarney wasn't taking a risk by allowing him to return to the team and he was ready for the scrutiny he'll face.

McCarney reinstated Berryman on full scholarship Thursday night after the former star defensive end worked out with the team while attending summer school.

"I'm a better man and I'm still becoming a better man," Berryman said. "In order for a coach to gain trust, I have to give him a reason to gain trust and I believe that I can do that."

The Iowa State coach acknowledged it would have been easier for everyone if Berryman had gone to another school. But he said giving Berryman another chance at Iowa State was the right thing to do.

Berryman, the Big 12's defensive newcomer of the year as a freshman in 2003, said he would embrace the opportunity because he had plenty of time to think about what he almost lost.

"I've learned to not take things for granted," he said. "I mean 258 days, I actually thought I threw away what I could have. When I came out and saw it was possible for me to get it again, it gave me new life and made me a new man."

Berryman's comments came just over a year after his arrest for assaulting an Iowa State student and robbing him of $4 and taking another student's cell phone.

He pleaded guilty in October to first-degree theft and assault causing injury and was sentenced to 300 days in the Story County Jail. He was released in April after getting credit for time served after his arrest and good behavior.

"Spending 258 days in jail kind of gave me a new perspective on life," Berryman said. "Right now it's like I have a whole new eye. It's just a new appreciation for things."

Berryman said he also had plenty of time to think about the August incident. At his sentencing, Berryman admitted he had too much to drink that night.

"I thought about the mistake I made, the things I put those people through," said Berryman, who was 19 at the time. "That's why I regret it and I'm very remorseful right now."

Iowa State University admissions policy does not prohibit applicants with a criminal record from enrolling. But the university could reject someone if it was determined the applicant "might pose a threat to the safety of our campus," said Phil Caffrey, associate director of admissions.

McCarney said Berryman is starting at the bottom of the depth chart and would have to earn playing time. Berryman said that gives him even more motivation to turn his life around. He'll also do community service and is undergoing counseling for anger management.

"People say I paid my debt. I haven't fully paid my debt back because I have to earn respect of the fans, of my teammates, of my family," Berryman said. "So my debt is still being paid."

 

[Crossbones]

Speculation that Brooks may not be available by the end of round one...take it for what it is worth...

There are always owners who are more risk oriented than others. Some may feel a very low #1 might be worth the risk. Wouldn't surprise me.

 

[Angry Pope]

Here is a video of Ahmad Brooks....

Hit it here...

 

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Here is another video of Brooks....

Press to play...

 

[Angry Pope]

Some of the NFL Supplemental Draft selections over the years have some familiar names. The ones I found...

Bernie Kosar was selected in the first round in 1985 by the Cleveland Browns...

Cris Carter was selected in the fourth round in 1987 by the Philadelphia Eagles...

Brian Bosworth was selected in the first round in 1987 by the Seattle Seahawks...

Steve Walsh was selected in the first round in 1989 by the Dallas Cowboys. That may have been the first pick overall in 1990 (not sure)....

Rob Moore was selected in the first round in 1990 by the New York Jets...

Dave Brown was selected in the first round in 1992 by the New York Giants...

Mike Wahle was selected in the second round in 1999 by the Green Bay Packers....

Jamal Williams was selected in the second round in 1999 by the San Diego Chargers...

 

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On Brooks...take it for what it is worth...

There has been some buzz lately about Ahmad Brooks, the former Virginia linebacker dismissed from the Cavaliers by coach Al Groh this spring, and perhaps the most notable candidate for the NFL's supplemental draft this summer. But teams interested in Brooks, based on his play early in his college career, might want to do a little more homework on him. It seems that Brooks, who has been working out in the Atlanta area, has ballooned up to 280-290 pounds, and has plenty of conditioning work to do before league scouts come calling. Or before teams start to consider him a defensive line candidate instead of a linebacker prospect. The good news, relatively speaking, is that Brooks is still clocking at under 5 seconds.