Yes, the forty is overrated. And yes, it still is a piece to the puzzle that can change draft stock for players, especially cornerbacks and wide receivers.
Notre Dame’s Golden Tate has heard the concerns about his straight-line speed.
“I’m not really sure what scouts are looking for. I’m hoping that my film speaks for itself. As far as the forty, I expect to run sub-4.5. Not too good of a time, but not too bad,” Tate said.
Other notes from Tate’s talk:
* While Tate sounded defensive about his timed speed, he said his ball
skills would more than make up for it. He compared himself to
Carolina’s Steve Smith, with a little Devin Hester thrown in.
* He defended Jimmy Clausen’s leadership skills and said he was “great in the huddle” and consistent as a leader.
* Tate said it would be a dream to play for Charlie Weis at the next level.
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* While Tate sounded defensive about his timed speed, he said his ball skills would more than make up for it. He compared himself to Carolina’s Steve Smith, with a little Devin Hester thrown in.
Uh, last I checked, those two guys were fast as hell.
And I wouldn’t compare to Hester’s ball skills if I were him, that’s not a good thing.
why do i want to call this guy ” Golden Taint”?
I bet Tom Brady has golden taint. I’m not going to look, but I bet it is.
Golden Tate will be the guy from Notre Dame this draft that has best NFL career
“He compared himself to Carolina’s Steve Smith, with a little Devin Hester thrown in.”
That’s good enough for Crazy Al to take this kid with their first pick.
“Hey, I know I can’t beat a 50-year-old Darrell Green, but look at my ball skills!” Even at 4.5 I think he will make a better pro than his QB.