What is the verdict on Okam?

[HPF Bob]

Actually, where he was drafted does matter since teams will generally have more patience with players in the 1st and 2nd rounds to develop than they will guys taken in the 5-6-7 rounds. Realistically, Okam has two years to blossom or he'll probably be a camp cut in 2010.

[sinnister]

Originally Posted by HPF Bob

Actually, where he was drafted does matter since teams will generally have more patience with players in the 1st and 2nd rounds to develop than they will guys taken in the 5-6-7 rounds. Realistically, Okam has two years to blossom or he'll probably be a camp cut in 2010.

In this instance, I disagree with you Bob. Barrett said that a reason he shouldn't be playing is because he was drafted in the 5th round. That isn't a reason for him not to play; however, you are right about your statement as a whole. The lower one is drafted, the less time he has.