Chiefs ****The Eric Murray Thread****

Dante84 · 04-30-2016, 10:32 AM

With pick 106 in the 4th round.

Here's his game tape:

Spoiler!

RunKC · 04-30-2016, 10:34 AM

This guy is a lot like Steven Nelson. I like us stacking this shit up. One of the most ready press man guys, but will need to play inside.

Eleazar · 04-30-2016, 10:40 AM

PLAYER OVERVIEW

University of Minnesota was rarely discussed for having one of the top cornerback tandems in the country, but the Gophers belong in the discussion with the talented senior duo of Eric Murray and Briean Boddy-Calhoun and Murray, a three-year starter with a school-best 24 pass breakups during that time.

Murray wasted little time in getting onto the field, logging snaps in all 13 games as a true freshman, albeit mostly on special teams. He emerged as a starter as a true sophomore in 2013 and never looked back, recording 187 tackles, 24 pass breakups, five forced fumbles, two interceptions and two blocked kicks over his career, earning All-Big-Ten accolades after each of his starting seasons.

Perhaps because he doesn't possess the glitzy interception numbers, Murray hasn't often been touted as a top cornerback prospect. His steady tape, however, argues otherwise. It was Murray and not his more heralded teammate Boddy-Calhoun, for example, who was given the Carl Eller Award in 2015 as the team's best overall defender, as well as being named the Gophers' best defensive back of the year.

STRENGTHS: While perhaps lacking top ballskills, Murray, who lines up as the boundary corner, is very well-rounded with good size, speed and physicality for the position. He possesses a well-built, NFL-ready frame with good size, broad shoulders, length and muscular development. Plays with a pro's mentality, showing confidence in coverage as well as in run support. Murray is well-versed in press, off and zone coverages, showing off his versatility as a reliable run defender and blitzer. He seems to enjoy the physicality of the game, lowering his shoulder and bringing his hips to deliver forceful hits to ball-carriers. Murray shows the time he's spent in the film room, diagnosing routes and quickly reacting to pick plays and quick screens. Doesn't panic when the ball is in the air, snaking his hand between those of the would-be receiver to rip the ball free. Voted a team captain in 2015 and was highly touted by the coaching staff and his teammates for his commitment on and off the field.

WEAKNESSES: More physical than flashy as an NFL prospect and may lack ideal top-end speed. Inconsistent hand placement when lined up in press, extending an arm to "guide" the receiver throughout much of the route and drew his share of holding penalties... Accelerates fluidly for a corner of his size but tops out quickly and could be vulnerable to verticals in the NFL. Is such an aggressive tackler that he'll fail to break down effectively, at times, ducking his head to deliver a blow and whiffing entirely.

IN OUR VIEW: With only two career interceptions, Murray doesn't receive much attention on a national level, but he is a playmaker in other ways, breaking up passes and forcing fumbles (including a team-leading three in 2015) over the past three seasons and is lauded by Minnesota coaches for his work ethic and competitive drive on and off the field, also excelling on special teams.

--Rob Rang (@robrang) (2/16/16)

**DaKCMan AP** · 04-30-2016, 10:41 AM

http://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showt...y#post11306854

staylor26 · 04-30-2016, 10:42 AM

Great pick. Cooper is gone.

Eleazar · 04-30-2016, 10:44 AM

A classic Dorsey pick it seems. A guy who is a perfect fit for the scheme and is a value pick, a possibly overlooked raw talent

RunKC · 04-30-2016, 10:45 AM

Only thing I didn't like about him was that he was too grabby and caused penalties, but so was Nelson.
I'd rather have those kind of assertive CB's than finesse guys.

It's pretty clear that Dorsey knew that Jamel Fleming and Marcus Cooper had to be replaced. The Green Bay, Denver and New England losses alone were because Branch sucked at the slot position and we had those horrible assholes as depth.

**notorious** · 04-30-2016, 10:46 AM

Murray has talent and produced every year in college.

RunKC · 04-30-2016, 10:47 AM

Peters
Gaines
Russell
Nelson
Murray

Pack your bags Marcus Cooper. You're done here.

Eleazar · 04-30-2016, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RunKC

Peters
Gaines
Russell
Nelson
Murray

Pack your bags Marcus Cooper. You're done here.

Cooper and Fleming's walking papers might be my favorite offseason move

thabear04 · 04-30-2016, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cochise

Cooper and Fleming's walking papers might be my favorite offseason move

Fleming move to safety.

**notorious** · 04-30-2016, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cochise

Cooper and Fleming's walking papers might be my favorite offseason move

I might throw a party when Fleming is cut.

It's not his fault that Sutton gave him no help against Denver, but damn.

Eleazar · 04-30-2016, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thabear04

Fleming move to safety.

Wishful thinking for me.

Strongside · 04-30-2016, 10:53 AM

This is a similar rub route to what Denver routinely runs. This is how you blow that shit up:

milkman · 04-30-2016, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cochise

Cooper and Fleming's walking papers might be my favorite offseason move

Paul Faniaka's walking papers was mine.

That signing was easily the most egregious error Dorsey has made since taking over, IMO.

04-30-2016, 10:32 AM
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04-30-2016, 10:34 AM	#2
RunKC Andy Reid Supporter Join Date: Apr 2012 Casino cash: $2099611	This guy is a lot like Steven Nelson. I like us stacking this shit up. One of the most ready press man guys, but will need to play inside. __________________ Mike Greenberg@Espngreeny I can’t fathom what it must be like to be a fan of the #Chiefs. Adopt a Chief: Noah Gray
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04-30-2016, 10:40 AM	#3
Eleazar Beyond the Rapids Join Date: May 2003 Location: Langley, VA Casino cash: $-370000	PLAYER OVERVIEW University of Minnesota was rarely discussed for having one of the top cornerback tandems in the country, but the Gophers belong in the discussion with the talented senior duo of Eric Murray and Briean Boddy-Calhoun and Murray, a three-year starter with a school-best 24 pass breakups during that time. Murray wasted little time in getting onto the field, logging snaps in all 13 games as a true freshman, albeit mostly on special teams. He emerged as a starter as a true sophomore in 2013 and never looked back, recording 187 tackles, 24 pass breakups, five forced fumbles, two interceptions and two blocked kicks over his career, earning All-Big-Ten accolades after each of his starting seasons. Perhaps because he doesn't possess the glitzy interception numbers, Murray hasn't often been touted as a top cornerback prospect. His steady tape, however, argues otherwise. It was Murray and not his more heralded teammate Boddy-Calhoun, for example, who was given the Carl Eller Award in 2015 as the team's best overall defender, as well as being named the Gophers' best defensive back of the year. STRENGTHS: While perhaps lacking top ballskills, Murray, who lines up as the boundary corner, is very well-rounded with good size, speed and physicality for the position. He possesses a well-built, NFL-ready frame with good size, broad shoulders, length and muscular development. Plays with a pro's mentality, showing confidence in coverage as well as in run support. Murray is well-versed in press, off and zone coverages, showing off his versatility as a reliable run defender and blitzer. He seems to enjoy the physicality of the game, lowering his shoulder and bringing his hips to deliver forceful hits to ball-carriers. Murray shows the time he's spent in the film room, diagnosing routes and quickly reacting to pick plays and quick screens. Doesn't panic when the ball is in the air, snaking his hand between those of the would-be receiver to rip the ball free. Voted a team captain in 2015 and was highly touted by the coaching staff and his teammates for his commitment on and off the field. WEAKNESSES: More physical than flashy as an NFL prospect and may lack ideal top-end speed. Inconsistent hand placement when lined up in press, extending an arm to "guide" the receiver throughout much of the route and drew his share of holding penalties... Accelerates fluidly for a corner of his size but tops out quickly and could be vulnerable to verticals in the NFL. Is such an aggressive tackler that he'll fail to break down effectively, at times, ducking his head to deliver a blow and whiffing entirely. IN OUR VIEW: With only two career interceptions, Murray doesn't receive much attention on a national level, but he is a playmaker in other ways, breaking up passes and forcing fumbles (including a team-leading three in 2015) over the past three seasons and is lauded by Minnesota coaches for his work ethic and competitive drive on and off the field, also excelling on special teams. --Rob Rang (@robrang) (2/16/16)
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04-30-2016, 10:41 AM	#4
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04-30-2016, 10:42 AM	#5
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04-30-2016, 10:44 AM	#6
Eleazar Beyond the Rapids Join Date: May 2003 Location: Langley, VA Casino cash: $-370000	A classic Dorsey pick it seems. A guy who is a perfect fit for the scheme and is a value pick, a possibly overlooked raw talent
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04-30-2016, 10:45 AM	#7
RunKC Andy Reid Supporter Join Date: Apr 2012 Casino cash: $2099611	Only thing I didn't like about him was that he was too grabby and caused penalties, but so was Nelson. I'd rather have those kind of assertive CB's than finesse guys. It's pretty clear that Dorsey knew that Jamel Fleming and Marcus Cooper had to be replaced. The Green Bay, Denver and New England losses alone were because Branch sucked at the slot position and we had those horrible assholes as depth. __________________ Mike Greenberg@Espngreeny I can’t fathom what it must be like to be a fan of the #Chiefs. Adopt a Chief: Noah Gray
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04-30-2016, 10:46 AM	#8
notorious Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Who knows? Casino cash: $2775884	Murray has talent and produced every year in college.
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04-30-2016, 10:47 AM	#9
RunKC Andy Reid Supporter Join Date: Apr 2012 Casino cash: $2099611	Peters Gaines Russell Nelson Murray Pack your bags Marcus Cooper. You're done here. __________________ Mike Greenberg@Espngreeny I can’t fathom what it must be like to be a fan of the #Chiefs. Adopt a Chief: Noah Gray
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04-30-2016, 10:53 AM	#14
Strongside Mahomes or GTFO Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: KC Casino cash: $5984282	This is a similar rub route to what Denver routinely runs. This is how you blow that shit up: __________________
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