Pro Football Draft Network | 2012 Pro Football Draft Analysis

S Antonio Allen, South Carolina: Allen came on strong in the 2^nd half of last season and picked up where he left off in the Gamecocks’ 56-37 win over East Carolina.  Allen plays a hybrid safety/linebacker position in South Carolina’s defense.  The defense relies on Allen to make quick decisions to either help in run support or drop into coverage to confuse the offense.  Allen paced all South Carolina defenders with 16 tackles, 2 forced fumbles and 2 fumble recoveries (one he returned for a touchdown).  His two forced fumbles in the 3^rd quarter helped South Carolina storm back after a sloppy 1^st half staked East Carolina to a 24-14 lead.

QB Robert Griffin, Baylor: The redshirt junior Baylor quarterback bombed TCU’s defense with his passing skills in a 50-48 upset victory for the Bears.  The 6 foot 2 inch and 220 pound quarterback finished the game 21 for 27 (78%) for 359 yards (13.3 yards per attempt) and 5 touchdown passes.  Griffin did not throw an interception and even caught a clutch 15-yard pass on the winning drive late in the game on 3^rd and 10.  Griffin is a sensational athlete with plenty of speed that he has used to also be a world-class hurdler.  However, it was Griffin’s arm and not his legs that did the damage against the Horned Frogs.  Griffin looked like Warren Moon in throwing crisp passes over the middle and launching accurate deep passes down the sideline.  He displayed patience in the pocket.  A huge 2011 season could prompt Griffin to explore his options prior to the 2012 NFL Draft.

QB Brandon Weeden, Oklahoma State: The Cowboys rang-up 61 points on Louisiana-Lafayette’s defense in a 61-34 victory.  However, Weeden threw 3 picks (2 were returned for touchdowns) and made some questionable decisions.  Weeden finished the game 24 of 39 (62%) for 388 yards (9.9 yards per attempt) with 3 touchdown passes.  His first interception was not his fault as the ball bounced off of the receiver’s hands.  However, another pick was due to a bad read on his part.  Weeden also threw an interception when he tried to extend a play instead of just taking a sack.  Weeden will have to make fewer mistakes when the opposition is tougher or it could cost Oklahoma State the game.

QB Kellen Moore, Boise State: Moore was his typically efficient self in engineering Boise State to a 35-21 win over Georgia.  The four-year starter finished the game 28-34 (82%) for 261 yards (7.7 yards per attempt) with 3 touchdown passes and 1 interception.  Moore has a quick mind, makes good decisions and takes what the defense gives him.  He frustrates defenses with his accuracy and stinginess in turning the ball over.  Georgia always has quality athletes on defense, but is still adjusting to the 3-4 defense.  It was a challenge for Georgia to play as heady a quarterback as Moore so early in the season.  Moore’s biggest test as far as being a quality NFL draft prospect may well be the 2012 Senior Bowl.  Moore’s popgun of an arm and slight frame (6’ and 191 pounds) do not scream success in the NFL.  He reminds PFDN of Graham Harrell or Steve Walsh.  Moore is a terrific college quarterback, but his pro prospects are not what his college production indicates. 

OT Cordy Glenn, Georgia: Glenn is a massive offensive lineman (6’ 5” and 348 lbs) that was moved out to left tackle in 2011 from guard.  One of the biggest questions surrounding Glenn is his conditioning.  Boise State recorded 6 sacks against Georgia and half of them could be attributed to Glenn getting beat.  His feet looked sluggish and the big man did not redirect smoothly.  He may have to drop weight if he is serious about playing outside.  It is very early, but Glenn has work to do if he wants to be considered an offensive tackle at the next level.