JetNation Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 By Glenn Naughton Scott Wright of draftcountdown.com recently joined JetNation Radio to offer his opinion and answer questions from hosts Brandon Dowling and Joe Blewitt regarding his most recent mock draft in which he has the Jets selecting Kentucky outside linebacker Alvin “Bud” Dupree. After re-building their secondary, re-signing inside linebacker David Harris to play alongside Demario Davis and having their defensive line manned with some of the best in the business in Muhammad Wilkerson, Sheldon Richardson and Damon Harrison, the last glaring need for the Jets to address on defense is a true pass-rushing outside linebacker. While most experts seem to favor Missouri’s Shane Ray or Dante Fowler out of Florida if he’s not scooped up before the sixth pick, Wright’s projection of Dupree is an interesting one. At 6′ 4”, 269 lbs, Dupree has the size to hold up against the run better than some of the smaller prospects at the position, but scouting reports suggest he needs to work on honing his pass rush skills. Projected to go anywhere from 13th to 24th by NFL.com’s panel of experts, Dupree could be considered a reach by some, but given Todd Bowles’ reputation as a creative coach who puts his players in position to succeed, is this the type of player the he and new coordinator Kacy Rodgers can get the most out of? The analysis provided by NFL.com suggests that the key to Dupree succeeding will rely heavily on what NFL defensive coordinator he’s paired with: Dupree is an explosive, powerful athlete with a background in basketball. While he’s been productive at Kentucky, his tape doesn’t always do his potential justice. He must continue to improve as a pass rusher, but his traits are undeniable. Difference between being good and great might be his coordinator. Dupree displayed better speed than some expected in running a 4.56 40 at the NFL scouting combine so his combination of size and speed could give the Jets another versatile player on defense in pass coverage and getting after the quarterback whereas most prospects outside of Fowler are viewed as one-dimensional. After registering just 2.5 sacks as a freshman at Kentucky, Dupree saw that number climb each season as he collected 6.5, 7, and 7.5 sacks in successive campaigns. As a player with excellent quickness, Dupree also managed to pile up 37 tackles for loss at Kentucky, 34 of which came after his freshman year. Given Dupree’s rare combination of physical tools and on-field production, does this mean he’s on the Jets’ radar? With the draft just two weeks away, we won’t have to wait long to find out. View the full article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 No comments? Gato isn't all over this? Most people are not thinking Dupree that early. I don't know what Bowles is trying to do here. For this season we might be better off with a speed guy like Beasley who would probably rack up more sacks as a rookie. Dupree is a better fit as a Pace/Coples replacement and at least has the size Rex would live with on the edge. I am not sure what exactly Bowles wants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Not good bet, but a great bet. Is this draft really so determined to make Dupree a steal? 13-20th? Hope they do trade back a little then....or say **** it and deal for Rivers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbatesman Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Survey says: yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 A lot of people would have a shi* if we took him at 6 but I wouldn't. My dream scenario is trading back and still getting him mid 1st. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cant wait Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 A lot of people would have a shi* if we took him at 6 but I wouldn't. My dream scenario is trading back and still getting him mid 1st. I'm shocked beer, I never thought you went for the workout warriors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prime21 Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 A lot of people would have a shi* if we took him at 6 but I wouldn't. My dream scenario is trading back and still getting him mid 1st. Would be a good move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 I'm shocked beer, I never thought you went for the workout warriors I liked the guy before the combine came around. Just a brief look but I like his size and the fact that in his highlights he was actually doing things other than pass rushing. He looked like an olb not a just run around the edge guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 I liked the guy before the combine came around. Just a brief look but I like his size and the fact that in his highlights he was actually doing things other than pass rushing. He looked like an olb not a just run around the edge guy. Imagine Justin Houston had a kid and that kid got married to Von Miller's kid. If those two had a kid, Dupree would be the freakishly athletic offspring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cant wait Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Imagine Justin Houston had a kid and that kid got married to Von Miller's kid. If those two had a kid, Dupree would be the freakishly athletic offspring. I was thinking orakpo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetBlue Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Do it Tanny!! Lol, seriously I would be okay with that move. I think he has more upside than Fowler, if Gregory wasn't such a head case I would say go for him but if that were the case, he probably would be gone before we pick anyway. Beasley may have higher sack numbers as a pro but he is truly a liability against the run. Ray doesn't translate well to OLB and at his size, is going to struggle as DE unless he has a real creative Coach who uses him in very unique ways. Dupree looks like he is more a total package than the others, but I don't see that super explosive edge rushing ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Imagine Justin Houston had a kid and that kid got married to Von Miller's kid. If those two had a kid, Dupree would be the freakishly athletic offspring. With our luck we will end up drafting 'Nate Gholston-Ducasse' in the 2035 draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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