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Raymond and Thompson
So where realistically do we think these two will get drafted. I searched the internet noting and found three seven round mock drafts. Raymond was predicted 3rd, 5th and 6th, while Thompson was a 7th rounder in all three (final pick in one draft)
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It’s a shame Thompson left. 7th round/undrafted doesn’t seem worth leaving early.
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I hope he gets taken in the top four rounds. If not, it only solidifies my thinking that these agents are willing to say anything to get these fairly unknown players to turn professional before they become well-known and a bidding war ensues.
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There is something to be said about the complaints gathering surrounding the combine. If Darwin and RT would have been invited and put up the numbers they did at pro day, they would have been 3rd and 5th round picks respectively.
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Re: Raymond and Thompson
my understanding is that he did not have a lot of choice. I'm not sure of the reason why, but the QB at Oregon one year declared because his mom was in dire need of any money so he felt he was better off making a little money in Canada than he would be in school for one more year. it happens.
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What's Ray Lynn Thompson got to do with anything?
You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.
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Unfortunately, If current projections are accurate, he gave up a free education to drop out and make very little money in Canada.QuackAttackAggie wrote:my understanding is that he did not have a lot of choice. I'm not sure of the reason why, but the QB at Oregon one year declared because his mom was in dire need of any money so he felt he was better off making a little money in Canada than he would be in school for one more year. it happens.
I hope he gets a shot in the NFL, because he’s good enough to make it.
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If he's likely going to play in Canada, then he probably wasn't NFL talent to begin with.
Personally at worst I think he makes a practice squad with real potential to make the NFL.
He's undersized but he has a ton of power that makes up for his lack of size. But, I think a lot of people expect smaller backs to be a lot speedier and shiftier. Darwin is fast and makes guys miss- but it's also the NFL.
Personally at worst I think he makes a practice squad with real potential to make the NFL.
He's undersized but he has a ton of power that makes up for his lack of size. But, I think a lot of people expect smaller backs to be a lot speedier and shiftier. Darwin is fast and makes guys miss- but it's also the NFL.
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If he makes it even at NFL minimum salary he wi earn $480K or equal to about 9 times the reported earnings of new USU graduates (per pay scale which I think is high). If he has confidence in himself (which matters most given his history) combined with his measurables he’ll be fine. Not sure that another year boosts him that much2004AG wrote: ↑April 22nd, 2019, 7:26 pmUnfortunately, If current projections are accurate, he gave up a free education to drop out and make very little money in Canada.QuackAttackAggie wrote:my understanding is that he did not have a lot of choice. I'm not sure of the reason why, but the QB at Oregon one year declared because his mom was in dire need of any money so he felt he was better off making a little money in Canada than he would be in school for one more year. it happens.
I hope he gets a shot in the NFL, because he’s good enough to make it.
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The vast majority of practice squad players don't have a lengthy NFL career; maybe two years. Yeah, that's a lot of money for two years. Bu then what? I once worked with a former NFL WR who went from making over $1m per year to $32k plus commissions in an entry-level sales position.cbingham wrote: ↑April 23rd, 2019, 7:00 amIf he makes it even at NFL minimum salary he wi earn $480K or equal to about 9 times the reported earnings of new USU graduates (per pay scale which I think is high). If he has confidence in himself (which matters most given his history) combined with his measurables he’ll be fine. Not sure that another year boosts him that much2004AG wrote: ↑April 22nd, 2019, 7:26 pmUnfortunately, If current projections are accurate, he gave up a free education to drop out and make very little money in Canada.QuackAttackAggie wrote:my understanding is that he did not have a lot of choice. I'm not sure of the reason why, but the QB at Oregon one year declared because his mom was in dire need of any money so he felt he was better off making a little money in Canada than he would be in school for one more year. it happens.
I hope he gets a shot in the NFL, because he’s good enough to make it.
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Re: Raymond and Thompson
2,000,000 (assuming $1M per year at average NFL career length)FloridaAggie13 wrote: ↑April 23rd, 2019, 1:52 pmThe vast majority of practice squad players don't have a lengthy NFL career; maybe two years. Yeah, that's a lot of money for two years. Bu then what? I once worked with a former NFL WR who went from making over $1m per year to $32k plus commissions in an entry-level sales position.cbingham wrote: ↑April 23rd, 2019, 7:00 amIf he makes it even at NFL minimum salary he wi earn $480K or equal to about 9 times the reported earnings of new USU graduates (per pay scale which I think is high). If he has confidence in himself (which matters most given his history) combined with his measurables he’ll be fine. Not sure that another year boosts him that much2004AG wrote: ↑April 22nd, 2019, 7:26 pmUnfortunately, If current projections are accurate, he gave up a free education to drop out and make very little money in Canada.QuackAttackAggie wrote:my understanding is that he did not have a lot of choice. I'm not sure of the reason why, but the QB at Oregon one year declared because his mom was in dire need of any money so he felt he was better off making a little money in Canada than he would be in school for one more year. it happens.
I hope he gets a shot in the NFL, because he’s good enough to make it.
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1,344,000 (assuming 42 years at 32,000 per year and no promotions or pay raises ever)
3,344,000 total career earnings
That's not too shabby, considering that the median salary for a USU grad with a BA degree is $60,185. Over 44 years (assuming you graduate at 21 and retire at 65), that is worth $2,648,140.
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Re: Raymond and Thompson
Right.cbingham wrote:If he makes it even at NFL minimum salary he wi earn $480K or equal to about 9 times the reported earnings of new USU graduates (per pay scale which I think is high). If he has confidence in himself (which matters most given his history) combined with his measurables he’ll be fine. Not sure that another year boosts him that much2004AG wrote: ↑April 22nd, 2019, 7:26 pmUnfortunately, If current projections are accurate, he gave up a free education to drop out and make very little money in Canada.QuackAttackAggie wrote:my understanding is that he did not have a lot of choice. I'm not sure of the reason why, but the QB at Oregon one year declared because his mom was in dire need of any money so he felt he was better off making a little money in Canada than he would be in school for one more year. it happens.
I hope he gets a shot in the NFL, because he’s good enough to make it.
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I guess my point is he’s gonna have a hard time sticking on a roster and really making 480k. The odds are severely stacked against undrafted players. I hope I’m wrong.
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No, not too shabby at all.YoungBloodAggie wrote: ↑April 23rd, 2019, 2:56 pm2,000,000 (assuming $1M per year at average NFL career length)FloridaAggie13 wrote: ↑April 23rd, 2019, 1:52 pmThe vast majority of practice squad players don't have a lengthy NFL career; maybe two years. Yeah, that's a lot of money for two years. Bu then what? I once worked with a former NFL WR who went from making over $1m per year to $32k plus commissions in an entry-level sales position.cbingham wrote: ↑April 23rd, 2019, 7:00 amIf he makes it even at NFL minimum salary he wi earn $480K or equal to about 9 times the reported earnings of new USU graduates (per pay scale which I think is high). If he has confidence in himself (which matters most given his history) combined with his measurables he’ll be fine. Not sure that another year boosts him that much2004AG wrote: ↑April 22nd, 2019, 7:26 pmUnfortunately, If current projections are accurate, he gave up a free education to drop out and make very little money in Canada.QuackAttackAggie wrote:my understanding is that he did not have a lot of choice. I'm not sure of the reason why, but the QB at Oregon one year declared because his mom was in dire need of any money so he felt he was better off making a little money in Canada than he would be in school for one more year. it happens.
I hope he gets a shot in the NFL, because he’s good enough to make it.
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1,344,000 (assuming 42 years at 32,000 per year and no promotions or pay raises ever)
3,344,000 total career earnings
That's not too shabby, considering that the median salary for a USU grad with a BA degree is $60,185. Over 44 years (assuming you graduate at 21 and retire at 65), that is worth $2,648,140.
Bear in mind these guys get used to a standard of living just like we do. It's hard to go from 80k to 60k per year. Imagine going from $480k per year to 60k. Or, having to go back to school to finish your degree.
I don't root against any of these guys, I'd probably do the same thing. I just think he has a better chance at getting drafted with one more year in college and drafted players have a much higher chance at making the roster their first year if only because no team wants to admit they missed on a draft choice.
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Lets say he plays two years. Then what? Well as far I know he is not banned from going back to school and finishing his degree, is there an age limit or any other type of restrictions to going back to school that I'm not aware of?FloridaAggie13 wrote: ↑April 23rd, 2019, 1:52 pm
The vast majority of practice squad players don't have a lengthy NFL career; maybe two years. Yeah, that's a lot of money for two years. Bu then what? I once worked with a former NFL WR who went from making over $1m per year to $32k plus commissions in an entry-level sales position.
I see you addressed this. Go get it Darwin!
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Darwin is 23. He is a RB. Dax is also 23 & he declared because of his age as a TE. RBs life span is substantially shorter than a Receiver or TE. Darwin made the right choice and I do believe he has his degree or may be just short. He cannot return to college FB but he can finish his degree when time permits. I hope they all find a place at the next level, they worked hard last season...,so hard in fact that there is a discussion about last season almost everyday!!
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Exactly. RB have a very short shelf life in the NFL and age is against Darwin. He'll be just fine.taniataylor wrote:Darwin is 23. He is a RB. Dax is also 23 & he declared because of his age as a TE. RBs life span is substantially shorter than a Receiver or TE. Darwin made the right choice and I do believe he has his degree or may be just short. He cannot return to college FB but he can finish his degree when time permits. I hope they all find a place at the next level, they worked hard last season...,so hard in fact that there is a discussion about last season almost everyday!!
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Yeah, we get it, he’s 5’8”, quit pointing it out.dyedblue wrote:Exactly. RB have a very short shelf life in the NFL and age is against Darwin. He'll be just fine.taniataylor wrote:Darwin is 23. He is a RB. Dax is also 23 & he declared because of his age as a TE. RBs life span is substantially shorter than a Receiver or TE. Darwin made the right choice and I do believe he has his degree or may be just short. He cannot return to college FB but he can finish his degree when time permits. I hope they all find a place at the next level, they worked hard last season...,so hard in fact that there is a discussion about last season almost everyday!!
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I've said it before and I'll say it again. Darwin did not declare for any other reason than his desire to play in the NFL. He'll have a different path than he hoped for, but he's going to be just fine.
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GUESS WHO IS COMIN IN AT #92 out of the top 100 NFL Prospects?? (Hint: Choo Choo)
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MidnightTralnAggie?!taniataylor wrote: ↑April 24th, 2019, 9:15 amGUESS WHO IS COMIN IN AT #92 out of the top 100 NFL Prospects?? (Hint: Choo Choo)
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DTrain!
You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.
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Thompson left early because he lost his entire offensive line. Even if he improved this year last years stats would look more impressive. This is really his only shot at the NFL.
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I'm far more moved by the "23-year-old-running-back" argument. Arguably and perhaps inarguably he has gotten all he can out of the HS/JC/University system that he can, and he has maxed out in terms of development. He'll never get better, regardless how new or experienced his line is. And he'll never get younger. 30-year-old running backs are not a thing. Not many Rigginses are birthed. DTrain's making the right call here.
You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.
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Texas forever, 6.USU78 wrote: ↑April 24th, 2019, 11:50 amI'm far more moved by the "23-year-old-running-back" argument. Arguably and perhaps inarguably he has gotten all he can out of the HS/JC/University system that he can, and he has maxed out in terms of development. He'll never get better, regardless how new or experienced his line is. And he'll never get younger. 30-year-old running backs are not a thing. Not many Rigginses are birthed. DTrain's making the right call here.
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College fans are selfish for their team. So they throw shade on guys who leave early because they wish they'd stay so their team would be better.
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Lazy.brownjeans wrote:College fans are selfish for their team. So they throw shade on guys who leave early because they wish they'd stay so their team would be better.
If DT gets drafted and makes it on a team, makes 480k for a couple years, yes he made the right choice.
If DT doesn’t get drafted, doesn’t make a roster, and bounces around a couple practice squads, (does he still make 480k as a practice squad player?), then I don’t think he made the right decision.
My “hesitation” is based on some projections showing him not getting drafted at all. I have no idea if those projections are accurate.
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I think he will be drafted. He is considered 1 of the top 100 prospects in the draft. I dont think he will go 7th round like the mock drafts predicted, maybe 3rd or early 4th2004AG wrote: ↑April 24th, 2019, 1:19 pmLazy.brownjeans wrote:College fans are selfish for their team. So they throw shade on guys who leave early because they wish they'd stay so their team would be better.
If DT gets drafted and makes it on a team, makes 480k for a couple years, yes he made the right choice.
If DT doesn’t get drafted, doesn’t make a roster, and bounces around a couple practice squads, (does he still make 480k as a practice squad player?), then I don’t think he made the right decision.
My “hesitation” is based on some projections showing him not getting drafted at all. I have no idea if those projections are accurate.
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I love Thompson, but there is no way he is drafted before the 5th round.taniataylor wrote: ↑April 24th, 2019, 1:31 pmI think he will be drafted. He is considered 1 of the top 100 prospects in the draft. I dont think he will go 7th round like the mock drafts predicted, maybe 3rd or early 4th2004AG wrote: ↑April 24th, 2019, 1:19 pmLazy.brownjeans wrote:College fans are selfish for their team. So they throw shade on guys who leave early because they wish they'd stay so their team would be better.
If DT gets drafted and makes it on a team, makes 480k for a couple years, yes he made the right choice.
If DT doesn’t get drafted, doesn’t make a roster, and bounces around a couple practice squads, (does he still make 480k as a practice squad player?), then I don’t think he made the right decision.
My “hesitation” is based on some projections showing him not getting drafted at all. I have no idea if those projections are accurate.
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At a SLC luncheon my friend was talking to Sanford about it and Sanford said DT just got some bad advice. They tried to get him to do one more year at USU and then he'd be on the radar of all the scouts. Sanford talked about how the NFL has a certain way of scouting and tracking these guys and DT just really isn't on anyone's radar over guys they've been tracking for a long time. I don't fault anyone for trying for the NFL. Dax made the right choice, even though he could've come back to USU for one more year. DT would've really upped his draft stock after plowing over the Mountain West for one more year.
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If he makes a team, right choice, if he doesn't, wrong choice? Don't stick your neck out like that!2004AG wrote: ↑April 24th, 2019, 1:19 pmLazy.brownjeans wrote:College fans are selfish for their team. So they throw shade on guys who leave early because they wish they'd stay so their team would be better.
If DT gets drafted and makes it on a team, makes 480k for a couple years, yes he made the right choice.
If DT doesn’t get drafted, doesn’t make a roster, and bounces around a couple practice squads, (does he still make 480k as a practice squad player?), then I don’t think he made the right decision.
My “hesitation” is based on some projections showing him not getting drafted at all. I have no idea if those projections are accurate.
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Re: Raymond and Thompson
I got crusified on this board for suggesting Darwin got bad advice when he declared a couple of months ago.paaron46 wrote: ↑April 24th, 2019, 4:12 pmAt a SLC luncheon my friend was talking to Sanford about it and Sanford said DT just got some bad advice. They tried to get him to do one more year at USU and then he'd be on the radar of all the scouts. Sanford talked about how the NFL has a certain way of scouting and tracking these guys and DT just really isn't on anyone's radar over guys they've been tracking for a long time. I don't fault anyone for trying for the NFL. Dax made the right choice, even though he could've come back to USU for one more year. DT would've really upped his draft stock after plowing over the Mountain West for one more year.