Taco Charlton

[rodell330]

I see a lot of mock drafts that have him falling to the Packers. I just watched his entire highlight reel and he's definitely a football player. At 6'6 273 pounds he's got some nice feet and agility and uses his hands to keep blockers from engaging very well. I also saw him just bullbrush a couple tackles flat on there butts so he's obviously pretty strong.

I wouldn't be upset if TT took him...but I would be upset if they tried to turn him into a dang Olb which is something I can see them trying to do. Imo he's a 4-3 guy....but so was Perry, and Jones. Id still like a corner in the 1st, but I guess them adding House kinda confirms that it's going to be another position other than corner...at least in the first round.

 

[El Guapo]

The problem with 3-4 defenses in the NFL is that there aren't enough top players coming out of college that have played it. Every time another NFL team switches to the 3-4, it stretches out the talent pool even thinner. Since "unfortunately" we are never bad enough to warrant a pick in the top half of the first round, we end up looking for players with the athletic ability to convert.

I'm not speaking directly about Taco but the conversion issue in general.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

I haven't looked much at Charlton, but the moment you said "4-3 guy" the hair on the back of my neck stood up and I thought of Harrell and Jones. If the Packers are going to continue to play a 3-4 under Capers, which it appears they are, I really have had enough of these guys that are more suited to play in a 4-3 and we spend a high pick on.

 

[brandon2348]

I don't think he will be there when Packers draft so not gonna get to excited. He would make an immediate impact.

He isn't "soft" like Datone Jones so I don't like the comparison.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

The problem with 3-4 defenses in the NFL is that there aren't enough top players coming out of college that have played it. Every time another NFL team switches to the 3-4, it stretches out the talent pool even thinner. Since "unfortunately" we are never bad enough to warrant a pick in the top half of the first round, we end up looking for players with the athletic ability to convert.

I'm not speaking directly about Taco but the conversion issue in general.

I obviously was thinking the same thing and if the Packers can't find a true 3-4 guy in the draft, than I would prefer they find a proven one via the Free Agent market.

 

[El Guapo]

I obviously was thinking the same thing and if the Packers can't find a true 3-4 guy in the draft, than I would prefer they find a proven one via the Free Agent market.

I think that's the real conundrum for TT's draft and develop philosophy. He's generally adverse to spending money in FA and would rather draft guys, but there really aren't enough quality guys to draft. He tries to break the stalemate through converting players but that's been a mixed bag. He obviously hasn't felt the need yet to acquire those players in FA. Of course we can all debate those merits - and definitely have done so!

 

[Dirty Sanchez]

...............I find his name racist and offensive.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

I think that's the real conundrum for TT's draft and develop philosophy. He's generally adverse to spending money in FA and would rather draft guys, but there really aren't enough quality guys to draft. He tries to break the stalemate through converting players but that's been a mixed bag. He obviously hasn't felt the need yet to acquire those players in FA. Of course we can all debate those merits - and definitely have done so!

Agreed. Fitting a round peg into a square hole makes you look like a genius if it works, but how many draft picks are you willing to toss in order to prove you know how to do that?

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

...............I find his name racist and offensive.

Blame Vidauntae's mother and grandmother, they are the ones that gave him the nickname.

Personally, I would rather be called "Taco" than "Vidauntae"....can you imagine the field day kids would have with THAT?

http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sp...s-taco-charlton-love-tacos-all-time/88366372/

 

[Dirty Sanchez]

Blame Vidauntae's mother and grandmother, they are the ones that gave him the nickname.

Personally, I would rather be called "Taco" than "Vidauntae"....can you imagine the field day kids would have with THAT?

http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sp...s-taco-charlton-love-tacos-all-time/88366372/

LOL. I suppose so. With a name like Vidaunte, you know he got his *** kicked daily. Isn't that actually a perfume?

 

[Deleted member 6794]

I see a lot of mock drafts that have him falling to the Packers. I just watched his entire highlight reel and he's definitely a football player. At 6'6 273 pounds he's got some nice feet and agility and uses his hands to keep blockers from engaging very well. I also saw him just bullbrush a couple tackles flat on there butts so he's obviously pretty strong.

I wouldn't be upset if TT took him...but I would be upset if they tried to turn him into a dang Olb which is something I can see them trying to do. Imo he's a 4-3 guy....but so was Perry, and Jones. Id still like a corner in the 1st, but I guess them adding House kinda confirms that it's going to be another position other than corner...at least in the first round.

Charlton would for sure line up at outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense. He has enough athleticism to play the position at the pro level.

 

[rodell330]

Charlton would for sure line up at outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense. He has enough athleticism to play the position at the pro level.

Lol I'm not saying he's not athletic enough.. but I heard people say the same thing about Jones and Perry as well. . Jones was a part time player who did nothing in the 3-4 and Perry can't cover in space as an olb..and he's more athletic imo than Taco. Do we really need another Perry? I'd much rather see him stay on the d-line and play there as a Rush end where he's more comfortable. No more projects in Green Bay. It hasn't worked.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

...............I find his name racist and offensive.

Says Mr. *************

 

[Deleted member 6794]

Lol I'm not saying he's not athletic enough.. but I heard people say the same thing about Jones and Perry as well. . Jones was a part time player who did nothing in the 3-4 and Perry can't cover in space as an olb..and he's more athletic imo than Taco. Do we really need another Perry? I'd much rather see him stay on the d-line and play there as a Rush end where he's more comfortable. No more projects in Green Bay. It hasn't worked.

Charlton, at 6-6 and 277, isn't big enough to play on the defensive line in a 3-4 though.

 

[RepStar15]

I think the first round has got to be a CB. Though I think every taco needs a little cheese, I do like the kid, but if we don't draft a starting caliber CB it's going to make for another lost NFC championship. The defensive front has some play making ability. Without Hyde and with House an unknown, we need help at the position so our best CB's on the football field are not starting in a safety position.

 

[ThePerfectBeard]

I just don't think he fits our system. Just like Datone didn't.

 

[brandon2348]

I just don't think he fits our system. Just like Datone didn't.

Fits our system? Lol. Who does "fit our system"? I don't think TT even knows anymore.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

I just don't think he fits our system. Just like Datone didn't.

I'm thinking maybe it's Dom Capers that doesn't fit our system

 

[Dirty Sanchez]

I'm thinking maybe it's Dom Capers that doesn't fit our system

I'm beginning to think you are right.

 

[RicFlairoftheNFL]

If Taco can play Defensive End (I think they had him at Tackle in college) his motor will definitely help the D-Line play. He's a lighter Mike Daniels to me, and we need that!

 

[AmishMafia]

No. I thought he would.make a great Packer, but after hearing questions about his lack of consistent motivation, I doubt we are interested.

 

[Deleted member 6794]

If Taco can play Defensive End (I think they had him at Tackle in college) his motor will definitely help the D-Line play. He's a lighter Mike Daniels to me, and we need that!

Charlton is for sure best suited to line up at outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense.

 

[Patriotplayer90]

Charlton is for sure best suited to line up at outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense.

His underwhelming combine performance surprised me, but the tape shows an NFL edge rusher. He looks more than agile enough to handle any OLB duties. Should GB be fortunate enough, they should definitely take him.

 

[Arthur Squires]

This is who I would bet money on TT drafting 1st round this April. It wouldn't be my choice but that's who I think TT is eyeing 1st RD!

 

[McKnowledge]

Charlton, at 6-6 and 277, isn't big enough to play on the defensive line in a 3-4 though.

Weight/bulk doesn't always translate to strength or I should say impactful strength. Also, maintaining speed is just as effective at the defensive end position. If he is available, and CBs don't stick out, why not take him?