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IDP Draft Preview: Kwity Paye

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Kwity Paye came out of Bishop Hendricken high school as a three-star defensive lineman with plenty of accolades to his name. Coming out of Rhode Island, Paye was at a camp where he clocked a spectacular 4.5 40-yard dash, vaulting him to the top-ranked player in his state for the 2017 recruiting class. A high 3-star recruit, Paye was a First-Team All-State pick. Off the field, Paye won the Rhode Island State Championship in Long Jump with a mark of 21 feet and 5 inches. The stud defender had his choice of multiple offers but ultimately decided that Ann Arbor was the right place for him. While at Michigan, Paye carved out a solid career for the Wolverines.

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IDP Change of Scenery: Cleveland to Las Vegas

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One of the bigger names left on the market, Damarious Randall, just agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders a few days ago. Unhappy with their veteran leadership and play at the safety position, they signed Randall to a one-year prove-it deal. There are no official numbers yet, but I would expect them to be team-friendly, and it’s been reported at $3.25 million.

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DE Owa Odighizuwa, New York Giants

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The IDP world is always changing and owners need to keep their eyes open for value. Last year the Giants invested a third round pick in former UCLA defensive end Owamagbe Odighizuwa. He came into the league a bit banged up and ended his rookie season quite early on injured reserve with a foot injury, although the Giants called it a hamstring issue. There is something of great value there buried behind a newly beefed up New York defensive line. I decided to re-review five of his 2014 collegiate games against Virginia, USC, Utah, Texas, and Arizona State, and it was clear this Giant has the skill set to wreak havoc in the NFC East and beyond. Here are my thoughts: DE – Owamagbe Odighizuwa, NY Giant formerly of UCLA 6’ 3” 267 lbs. Cons: Although, the aftermath did not show on the game tape I viewed, the former Bruin had hip surgeries in 2013, which caused him to miss that entire year. This injury may have affected his last season’s performance and might sap his fluidity. Once Odighizuwa comes out of his stance in pass rushing situations, he can get tunnel vision on the quarterback and tends to over pursue, while getting much too high, letting blockers into his body. Pros: The Giant defensive lineman lined up at both defensive end spots and occasionally kicked inside to defensive tackle. He mostly used a four-point stance off the line of scrimmage, but sometimes would stand up like a linebacker near the line. Odighizuwa has a quick first step and gets great

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LB Reggie Ragland, Buffalo Bills

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Every so often a player comes along who could have played a few decades ago, old school as it were; that guy is former Bama backer Reggie Ragland. His physical, no-nonsense style translates to the modern-day smash mouth defense that the Ryan brother like to run. I reviewed his 2015 performances against Wisconsin, Georgia, Texas A&M, Clemson, and his Senior Bowl game and practices to get a better understanding of the skill set this young backer will bring to the Bills. This is what I saw: LB – Reggie Ragland, Buffalo formerly Alabama 6′ 1″ 247 lbs. Cons: Although, the former Crimson Tide member varied where he lined up, this defender is an inside backer in the NFL. He is not a fluid athlete and possesses limited quickness and speed. Ragland, at times, has a bad habit of trying to take on multiple blockers and will get overpowered, instead of taking a more direct angle. The backer is more of a true thumper at heart and will struggle if forced into man to man coverage. This is because he is clunky, mirroring looser hipped play makers. As it stands today, I have my doubts Ragland will be a three down linebacker, but you never know with those wiley Ryans’ in charge. Pros: Despite some limitations, the backer is quite athletic with great balance. He sees the entire field well and is very instinctive with amazing football intelligence. Ragland steps up to take on blockers and can quickly disengage them with a strong, powerful punch, then flows to the ball carrier. The

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