Like you guys keep saying, talk is cheap. But I got my fingers crossed we got a steal in the 7th.
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Can Ricky Jean-Francois be the GOAT @ lineman?
Jul 21, 2009 at 9:21 AM
- 49er4life
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Ill say one thing, TKO Spikes on his segment on 49ers.com said "I wouldn't usually put on a rookie, but I got respect for this guy" or something to that nature when referring to Ricky Jean-Francois. Then a shirtless Ricky (ripped for a big man) got on camera.
Like you guys keep saying, talk is cheap. But I got my fingers crossed we got a steal in the 7th.
Like you guys keep saying, talk is cheap. But I got my fingers crossed we got a steal in the 7th.
Jul 21, 2009 at 9:34 AM
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Originally posted by 49er4life:
Ill say one thing, TKO Spikes on his segment on 49ers.com said "I wouldn't usually put on a rookie, but I got respect for this guy" or something to that nature when referring to Ricky Jean-Francois. Then a shirtless Ricky (ripped for a big man) got on camera.
Like you guys keep saying, talk is cheap. But I got my fingers crossed we got a steal in the 7th.
I hope he's a steal
Jul 21, 2009 at 9:49 AM
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Originally posted by Oakland-Niner:
If by G.O.A.T you mean Gayiest Of All Time, maybe. That is a much more likely scenerio than Greatest Of All Time.
Hahahaha
Jul 21, 2009 at 9:50 AM
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It's great to have ambitious goals, everyone should.
Hopefully he doesn't lose sight of the shorter term goals such as making the team and cracking the starting line-up.
Hopefully he doesn't lose sight of the shorter term goals such as making the team and cracking the starting line-up.
Jul 21, 2009 at 9:50 AM
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Originally posted by Kolohe:
I wouldn't really look at Jean-Francois as a 7th rounder since he was basically projected as a 2nd to 4th round pick before the draft. He pretty much dropped due to his 12 month suspension, attitude and groin injury.
Which makes him a 7th rounder
Jul 21, 2009 at 9:58 AM
- GhostofFredDean74
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Right now, I'd be happy if RJF just made the team and contributed. As for saying that he wants to be the GOAT at d-line, you really can't fault a guy for setting a high standard for himself, so long as he's willing to pay the price to be the best.
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:04 AM
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yes and Crabtree is the next Jerry Rice and/or Randy Moss ....can we just wait and see?
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:05 AM
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Originally posted by 49er4life:
Ill say one thing, TKO Spikes on his segment on 49ers.com said "I wouldn't usually put on a rookie, but I got respect for this guy" or something to that nature when referring to Ricky Jean-Francois. Then a shirtless Ricky (ripped for a big man) got on camera.
Like you guys keep saying, talk is cheap. But I got my fingers crossed we got a steal in the 7th.
Link?
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:14 AM
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RJF won't even be on the roster if McDonald is healthy.
Maybe the practice squad GOAT.
Maybe the practice squad GOAT.
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:39 AM
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Originally posted by lamontb:Originally posted by Kolohe:
I wouldn't really look at Jean-Francois as a 7th rounder since he was basically projected as a 2nd to 4th round pick before the draft. He pretty much dropped due to his 12 month suspension, attitude and groin injury.
Which makes him a 7th rounder
You see your looking at it as its written, but not understanding the big picture. Of course hes a 7th rounder, thanks Dr. Obvious, but for his play on the field and potential, he was projected around a 2nd-4th round pick. Which is why I said I wouldn't really look at him as a 7th round pick. Different atmosphere, coaching, teammates, mindset, who knows maybe his play will finally live up to the potential people once saw in him.
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:48 AM
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Originally posted by Kolohe:Originally posted by lamontb:Originally posted by Kolohe:
I wouldn't really look at Jean-Francois as a 7th rounder since he was basically projected as a 2nd to 4th round pick before the draft. He pretty much dropped due to his 12 month suspension, attitude and groin injury.
Which makes him a 7th rounder
You see your looking at it as its written, but not understanding the big picture. Of course hes a 7th rounder, thanks Dr. Obvious, but for his play on the field and potential, he was projected around a 2nd-4th round pick. Which is why I said I wouldn't really look at him as a 7th round pick. Different atmosphere, coaching, teammates, mindset, who knows maybe his play will finally live up to the potential people once saw in him.
I saw a lot of SEC football last year, and RJF was a dog. Completely underachieved. That is the main reason he was a 7th rounder.
I will agree that he has the athletic skills of a player who should have graded higher, but with inconsistent play at LSU, academically bombing out, and a less than stellar work ethic, he has a long ways to go.
Finally, RJF listed at a fairly short 6'2 5/8", which is not an ideal height for a 3-4 DE.
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:49 AM
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Probably not, but if he thinks that way good for him.
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:53 AM
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Originally posted by MadDog49er:Originally posted by Kolohe:Originally posted by lamontb:Originally posted by Kolohe:
I wouldn't really look at Jean-Francois as a 7th rounder since he was basically projected as a 2nd to 4th round pick before the draft. He pretty much dropped due to his 12 month suspension, attitude and groin injury.
Which makes him a 7th rounder
You see your looking at it as its written, but not understanding the big picture. Of course hes a 7th rounder, thanks Dr. Obvious, but for his play on the field and potential, he was projected around a 2nd-4th round pick. Which is why I said I wouldn't really look at him as a 7th round pick. Different atmosphere, coaching, teammates, mindset, who knows maybe his play will finally live up to the potential people once saw in him.
I saw a lot of SEC football last year, and RJF was a dog. Completely underachieved. That is the main reason he was a 7th rounder.
I will agree that he has the athletic skills of a player who should have graded higher, but with inconsistent play at LSU, academically bombing out, and a less than stellar work ethic, he has a long ways to go.
Finally, RJF listed at a fairly short 6'2 5/8", which is not an ideal height for a 3-4 DE.
They have him listed at 328 pounds, maybe hes moving inside??
Jul 21, 2009 at 10:56 AM
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Originally posted by Kolohe:Originally posted by MadDog49er:Originally posted by Kolohe:Originally posted by lamontb:Originally posted by Kolohe:
I wouldn't really look at Jean-Francois as a 7th rounder since he was basically projected as a 2nd to 4th round pick before the draft. He pretty much dropped due to his 12 month suspension, attitude and groin injury.
Which makes him a 7th rounder
You see your looking at it as its written, but not understanding the big picture. Of course hes a 7th rounder, thanks Dr. Obvious, but for his play on the field and potential, he was projected around a 2nd-4th round pick. Which is why I said I wouldn't really look at him as a 7th round pick. Different atmosphere, coaching, teammates, mindset, who knows maybe his play will finally live up to the potential people once saw in him.
I saw a lot of SEC football last year, and RJF was a dog. Completely underachieved. That is the main reason he was a 7th rounder.
I will agree that he has the athletic skills of a player who should have graded higher, but with inconsistent play at LSU, academically bombing out, and a less than stellar work ethic, he has a long ways to go.
Finally, RJF listed at a fairly short 6'2 5/8", which is not an ideal height for a 3-4 DE.
They have him listed at 328 pounds, maybe hes moving inside??
That's what I'm thinking. He has the athleticism to play end, but the size and power to play inside.
Jul 21, 2009 at 11:02 AM
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Originally posted by WheresWaldo:Originally posted by Kolohe:Originally posted by MadDog49er:Originally posted by Kolohe:Originally posted by lamontb:Originally posted by Kolohe:
I wouldn't really look at Jean-Francois as a 7th rounder since he was basically projected as a 2nd to 4th round pick before the draft. He pretty much dropped due to his 12 month suspension, attitude and groin injury.
Which makes him a 7th rounder
You see your looking at it as its written, but not understanding the big picture. Of course hes a 7th rounder, thanks Dr. Obvious, but for his play on the field and potential, he was projected around a 2nd-4th round pick. Which is why I said I wouldn't really look at him as a 7th round pick. Different atmosphere, coaching, teammates, mindset, who knows maybe his play will finally live up to the potential people once saw in him.
I saw a lot of SEC football last year, and RJF was a dog. Completely underachieved. That is the main reason he was a 7th rounder.
I will agree that he has the athletic skills of a player who should have graded higher, but with inconsistent play at LSU, academically bombing out, and a less than stellar work ethic, he has a long ways to go.
Finally, RJF listed at a fairly short 6'2 5/8", which is not an ideal height for a 3-4 DE.
They have him listed at 328 pounds, maybe hes moving inside??
That's what I'm thinking. He has the athleticism to play end, but the size and power to play inside.
From what I've seen of him, he looks like a NT when moved inside, sort of Jay Ratliff'ish.