"As for Hardy, I think he has first round physical tool (high first round) but he comes with some baggage in terms of character and there's concern in scouting circles regarding his work ethic. I he paid more attention to detail as a route runner and pass catcher he would be far more consistent. As a result, I could see him slipping to the second round."-ESPN.com
Character concerns and questions on work ethic? Mike Williams part II?
I'm not dropping him out of the first round in my mock, but if he disappoints during the interviews on the interview portion of the combine (which I rely on word of mouth by reporters since I can't be there) then he certainly will drop in the draft.
This is where regional scouts getting to interview players and coaches is huge for NFL teams...I read in the book "The Draft" by Pete Williams that the Tampa Bay staff actually went back to interview Warren Sapp's elementary school teachers to find out his background and what kind of person he is. Really great stuff...wish I could be an NFL scout but it will never happen (you have to have played football).
Character concerns and questions on work ethic? Mike Williams part II?
I'm not dropping him out of the first round in my mock, but if he disappoints during the interviews on the interview portion of the combine (which I rely on word of mouth by reporters since I can't be there) then he certainly will drop in the draft.
This is where regional scouts getting to interview players and coaches is huge for NFL teams...I read in the book "The Draft" by Pete Williams that the Tampa Bay staff actually went back to interview Warren Sapp's elementary school teachers to find out his background and what kind of person he is. Really great stuff...wish I could be an NFL scout but it will never happen (you have to have played football).
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