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I thought I remember some people saying on ESPN that he is slipping because of his attitude problems this year. I'm sure some Pac 10 guys know more than me though

If I remember correctly, in one of ASU's games towards the end of hte season, the announcers were talking about he and the coaching staff not getting along. It was to the point to where they weren't on speaking terms. In that game he didn't play hard at all and couldn't get off blocks. Just really dragging his ass. He's a really talented player and Ray Lewis would be a great mentor for him. But I wouldn't let him slide back that far, if I were a GM.

Just tough to take someone like that over Kuechly.... polar opposites. Unless Burfict is 10x better, it seems smart to stay away.

You're thinking of Mark Herzlich

Kuechly also benefits from playing on a bad defense. He got all those tackles cause he's the only real threat. Nobody else made plays. But still he is a good lb who will prolly suprise folks in the league next year.

Yeah, you're probably right... Burfict should go sit under Ray. But by the stuff I'm hearing, he would probably show up with a head a few notches above a career pro bowler

I saw Burfict live several times this year. From what I seen, he is no where close to being first round material. He sure does look the part but it is quite disturbing to see a linebacker walking while plays are still going on. He has no hustle. I hate to sound like a hater but Burfict played really really bad in the games I saw.

I feel like the Ravens would be one of the only teams in the league where he can actually become a potential impact player. Under the tutelage of Ray Lewis, maybe yes. But the kid really needs to get his act together

Burfict = million dollar talent with a 10 cent brain. Lewis would be perfect for him. He'd be forced to get his mind right.

I hope you're right on that kroner... hoping the birds pick him up....

If not, hoping they can dump Jackson, pick up Floyd, and find a MLB somewhere else.

Believe me. I hope Kuechly falls all the way to the Giants for some of the reasons mentioned. I had some reservations about the kid too before this year but he is the real deal. It was not uncommon to hear him mentioned on just about every defensive play. He just doesn't miss many tackles either after he makes contact which is why he is literally a tackling machine.

If you want a backer who is slow to react and thus leads him to getting blocked out of the play 90% of the time, Burfict is your man. If you want a backer who flies into tackles late head first like a regular Tom Gholson, take Burfict. Kuechly is exactly what the Eagles need in my opinion.

Used to be a trait that showed some intimidation factor in defensive players.... of course not just ridiculously stupid hits, but the occasional "i'm watching you" type of tackle.