Connor Barwin, DE - Round 2, 46th Overall

[kravix]

My biggest issue here is the fact that he has only played DE 1 year from a converted TE...

No doubt he is gifted physically. And I think that he has the potential to bring some heat as well as versatility to the def.

I would be more comfortable droping him into coverage for a zone blitz than any other DE on the roster.

[dalemurphy]

Originally Posted by kravix

My biggest issue here is the fact that he has only played DE 1 year from a converted TE...

No doubt he is gifted physically. And I think that he has the potential to bring some heat as well as versatility to the def.

I would be more comfortable droping him into coverage for a zone blitz than any other DE on the roster.

The great thing, though, is he is a very accomplished football player. He understands the game, studies it, and improved dramatically through the season. If you watch his highlight reel on youtube, he developed better pass rush moves than a lot of the hybrid guys that went in front and just behind him. Here are some things to look at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u79CJdrxZbo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QeKW...eature=related

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/556598

[barrett]

Originally Posted by kravix

My biggest issue here is the fact that he has only played DE 1 year from a converted TE...

No doubt he is gifted physically. And I think that he has the potential to bring some heat as well as versatility to the def.

I would be more comfortable droping him into coverage for a zone blitz than any other DE on the roster.

I don't think lack of time at DE is a concern because we are not talking about a guy who is just about athleticism and potential. He had great production as a DE. In fact he had more production in one year than many other prospects had in 2-3.

[Roy P]

Originally Posted by painekiller

Should be a Special Teams terror.

He can be a Long Snapper, too! I just hope that we don't overwhelm him by giving him 3 playbooks on day one. Right now, I just want him to take advantage of OLs sliding protection towards Mario.

[Roy P]

Originally Posted by kravix

My biggest issue here is the fact that he has only played DE 1 year from a converted TE...

Trevor Scott led all rookies with 5 sacks.

http://www.nfl.com/players/trevorsco...e?id=SCO719246


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QeKW...eature=related

Listen to 6:55 of this interview.

[Keith]

Battle Red Blog had a post-draft Q&A with Barwin. Good stuff!

TT: You won’t be able to participate in any Texans activities until you are finished with school in June. What are you going to do until that time to get ready for camp?

Connor: I’m back in Cincinnati, and I’ve got six weeks to train as hard as possible. I’m completely locked in and focused on being prepared as I’ve ever been for June 14th, when I can go down to Houston, and June 15th we start camp. I’ll just continue to run and lift as hard as I can and focus really on my pass rush and playing defensive end.

Take the link to read more about his pass rush moves and what type of OT might give him the most trouble.