View Full Version : Which rookie has the best chance to make the Pro-Bowl?
ny10804
05-01-2006, 08:32 AM
Which rookie has the best chance to make the Pro-Bowl?
QBs basically have no chance. I'd like to see a list of Pro-Bowl QBs in their 1st or 2nd year. RBs can have an impact, but usually aren't given a selection to a PB. If I had to guess, I'd say none will make it, but the question is which has the best chance.
Beans
05-01-2006, 08:33 AM
Davin Joseph. 8)
Vince Lombardi
05-01-2006, 08:35 AM
AJ Hawk will make an immediate impact. I don't know if he'll make the PB in his 1st year, but he has a better shot than most of those guys.
YAYareaRB
05-01-2006, 08:36 AM
I think it's big Vernon Davis. Why you ask? Instant starter in an offense that will look to him to come up with those big plays. No one jumped higher than Alex Smith when Big Vern was chosen...
Smooth Criminal
05-01-2006, 08:38 AM
Best chance to make the probowl would probably be a kick returner since there isn't alot of great ones or a WR since alot of people go to the probowl at the posistion.
With that said, I think it will be Vernon Davis.
Sinorice Moss 8) . . . will make Plax a probowler.
jetfan89
05-01-2006, 08:40 AM
I say if D'Brick starts from day 1 it would be him but if not i think either vernon davis or Joseph Adaii. The colts just have a great system that sets their RBs up for success.
LTgiants
05-01-2006, 08:40 AM
Sinorice Moss 8) . . . will make Plax a probowler.
and kiwi will make the pro bowl :lol:
gboarder
05-01-2006, 08:44 AM
Vernon "The Duke" Davis and/or Manny Lawson.
YAYareaRB
05-01-2006, 08:45 AM
I say if D'Brick starts from day 1 it would be him but if not i think either vernon davis or Joseph Adaii. The colts just have a great system that sets their RBs up for success.
Him too. He fits the system perfectly
The Unseen
05-01-2006, 08:50 AM
Addai or Bush.
Ryan Cook
or DeAngelo Williams
Some possibilities off the top of my head: AJ Hawk, Vernon Davis, Nick Mangold, Ernie Sims, Devin Hester and Mario Williams.
The Fat Kid
05-01-2006, 09:48 AM
either vernon davis, bobby carpenter, kameron wimbley, or manny lawson. any linebackers. history has proved it. shawn marriman, jonathan vilma, terrell suggs
either vernon davis, bobby carpenter, kameron wimbley, or manny lawson. any linebackers. history has proved it. shawn marriman, jonathan vilma, terrell suggs
Rookie.
HawkeyeFan
05-01-2006, 09:53 AM
Dominique Byrd or Joe Klopfenstein
either vernon davis, bobby carpenter, kameron wimbley, or manny lawson. any linebackers. history has proved it. shawn marriman, jonathan vilma, terrell suggs
Rookie.
He or she was naming the last few recipients of the honor.
Splat
05-01-2006, 10:07 AM
Vernon Davis for sure 49ers have no WR's!
moc182
05-01-2006, 10:12 AM
Addai, Bush, or VD on offense. Williams, Sims, Ryans, or Hawk on defense
yourfavestoner
05-01-2006, 10:13 AM
Marcedes Lewis. :D
BuddyCHRIST
05-01-2006, 10:18 AM
AJ Hawk
Jughead10
05-01-2006, 10:20 AM
My pick was Huff. I think he will barely beat out Mario Williams.
Vernon Davis for sure. Chad Jackson will have a legit shot. He'll replace David Givens and then some...
MossRandleElLloyd
05-01-2006, 11:23 AM
Ryan Cook
You mean the guy you got for Daunte Culpepper? :lol:
danman253
05-01-2006, 11:24 AM
Vernon Davis prolly. He will be used more than alomost any other draftpick.
Jdallas
05-01-2006, 11:24 AM
I voted for AJ Hawk simply because LBs tend to have a quicker transition to the NFL and I think there is room for a new OLB to go for the NFC.
Jdallas
05-01-2006, 11:25 AM
I think it's big Vernon Davis. Why you ask? Instant starter in an offense that will look to him to come up with those big plays. No one jumped higher than Alex Smith when Big Vern was chosen...
He may end up being one of the most productive rookies, but the NFC has a lot of good talent at TE and I don't think he'll be able to break into that elite group.
Football Fan
05-01-2006, 01:47 PM
I think the niners offense is still to weak for Davis to be as productive as he will be in the future. I chose Hawk, most scouts thought he was the best defensive player in the draft and the most nfl ready. Not to mention it was a tough call for the pack and they chose hawk over davis, so it was kind of a homer pick.
I am probably being suckered into the hype but I would guess that there will be more than one rookie in the pro bowl.
AJ Hawk=rookie of the year.
ninerfan
05-01-2006, 02:41 PM
VD will fly direct fron SF to Hawaii. I heard he already booked his ticket.
moc182
05-01-2006, 02:49 PM
VD will fly direct fron SF to Hawaii. I heard he already booked his ticket.
Well he's not taking Shockey's ticket, so Witth and Crumpler might have something to say about that.
ninerfan
05-01-2006, 02:53 PM
VD will fly direct fron SF to Hawaii. I heard he already booked his ticket.
Well he's not taking Shockey's ticket, so Witth and Crumpler might have something to say about that.
Please now lets be serious - VD will smoke Shockey within 2 years.
stephenson86
05-01-2006, 03:25 PM
VD will smoke him in 2 games
KBear
05-01-2006, 10:12 PM
I voted for AJ Hawk simply because LBs tend to have a quicker transition to the NFL and I think there is room for a new OLB to go for the NFC.
Agree.
Huff will have a good shot if he plays FS.
I dont think Bush will get enough touches to get in, but there is a good chance that I am wrong there.
I think Davis will need some time, TEs have a harder transitions then LBs or RBs.
Finsfan79
05-01-2006, 10:20 PM
davis is the common pick. But if Culpepper is healthy I think Hagan could be a 1,000 yard WR for Miami. Across from Chambers and with Booker there too he should get alot of 1 on 1 coverage.
Derek Hagan could be a dark horse surprise for folks.
rchrd
05-01-2006, 10:26 PM
Ryan Cook
You mean the guy you got for Daunte Culpepper? :lol:
woosh
Don't be a homer, it makes you look foolish.
Hagan in the Pro Bowl with the quality of WR in the AFC? Are you kidding? It's automatic four deep with elite number one talent every year in Marvin Harrison, Reggie Wayne, Chad Johnson, and Hines Ward. Not to mention Chris Chambers has the better chance on his own team, and Deion Branch might actually get enough TD passes thrown to him to have people finally notice he's one of the best WRs in the league. Andre Johnson has Eric Moulds lining up across from him, and has David Carr with much immensely better coaching and OL.
Vince Lombardi
05-02-2006, 12:36 AM
Since 1967:
18 (more than twice any other defensive position) of 39 DROY winners have been LB's (6 of the last 9)
30 of the last 39 OROY winners have been RB's (an astounding 77%!)
Obviously RB's by far have the best chance, followed by LB's to win ROY honors. This also equates to who will have the best chance to make the ProBowl in their rookie season. Which is why I say AJ Hawk or Reggie Bush. I give the nudge to Hawk since he will most likely be an every down starter, whereas Reggie will be splitting time with Duece. I believe Vernon will have a good shot, since he is going to catch alot of passes from Alex Smith, but as mentioned already it will take alot to surpass some of the other elite TE's. There's some others who could slip in purely as special teamers though.
portermvp84
05-02-2006, 12:43 AM
I think all of the above they are good rookies. Vernon has the hands,Dabrick is an awesome blocker, AJ Hawk as good form tackling, Bush is an overall good running back, Mario is an animal, Huff is an awesome saftey.
DaPlaymaker
05-02-2006, 12:57 AM
how is reggie bush gonna make the pro bowl when he isnt even gonna start, he'll be lucky to get 900 total offense.
renegade17
05-02-2006, 12:58 AM
A.J. Hawk, no doubt. DeAngelo Williams is another good bet.
Stufazz
05-02-2006, 01:06 AM
AJ Hawk
nobodyinparticular
05-02-2006, 01:07 AM
Didn't Desmond Clark make the Pro Bowl as a TE last year in the NFC? I would definitely say Vernon Davis has the best shot.
ATLDirtyBirds
05-02-2006, 01:09 AM
Jimmy Williams. Why you might ask? Think about it for a second. He will be starting right away, and covering #2 wideouts, not to mention, sicne he is a rookie, he will be tested alot, because noone wants to challenge DeAngelo Hall.
Didn't Desmond Clark make the Pro Bowl as a TE last year in the NFC? I would definitely say Vernon Davis has the best shot.
WTH? Had to have been a fill-in for injured players (stressing the plural).
Vince Lombardi
05-02-2006, 01:27 AM
Didn't Desmond Clark make the Pro Bowl as a TE last year in the NFC? I would definitely say Vernon Davis has the best shot.
WTH? Had to have been a fill-in for injured players (stressing the plural).
Bears | Clark not headed to Pro Bowl
Fri, 27 Jan 2006 19:17:41 -0800
Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears TE Desmond Clark is not heading to the Pro Bowl after the NFL admitted to making a mistake. Clark was originally chosen as a "need" player, but Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox chose Philadelphia Eagles TE Mike Bartrum instead. NFL spokesman Michael Signora said, "Our office mistakenly informed Desmond Clark that he was selected to the NFC all-star team as the long snapper. He is actually the Bears' backup at the position."
These are the guys that were chosen at TE:
Alge Crumpler, ATL
Jason Witten, DAL
Jeremy Shockey, NYG
There's no doubt Vernon can compete with these guys, but it really comes down to how efficiently the 49ers offense can run compared to these teams.
nobodyinparticular
05-02-2006, 01:33 AM
That makes much better sense now.
My answer definitely is Vernon Davis though. He will be Smith's new best friend fo shizzle.
Brent
05-02-2006, 01:35 AM
Manny Lawson
ncbigbody
05-02-2006, 03:17 AM
how is reggie bush gonna make the pro bowl when he isnt even gonna start, he'll be lucky to get 900 total offense.
Reggie Bush will be one of the best return men in the league. Not to mention he will also get carries at running back and sometimes lineup in the slot, he will get tons of touches. Plus Deuce cant stay healthy. Bush has a good shot.
Some Dude
05-02-2006, 03:18 AM
Out of those players, I'd say AJ Hawk or Vernon Daivs. They both could easily make a huge impact right away on both of their teams... especially Vernon Davis.
BIG7BEN
05-02-2006, 03:23 AM
this is an easy question...
Santonio Holmes will make the probowl.
jetvilma51
05-02-2006, 05:12 AM
dbrick of corse
Scotty D
05-02-2006, 05:14 AM
Ernie Sims.
Hawk or Davis.
When you look at it, 1st year LBs and TEs can make some of the biggest impacts on their teams. Bush might be able to get in just because he is a media darling and the potential for rushing/recieving/returning stats, but he wouldnt get in for just his rushing yards. Plus, I think there are too many good RBs in the league
Shiver
05-02-2006, 01:18 PM
The AFC Defensive Ends are not the strongest, so I say Mario Williams.
nobodyinparticular
05-02-2006, 01:26 PM
The AFC Defensive Ends are not the strongest, so I say Mario Williams.
I'm sorry, are Dwight Freeney, Derrick Burgess, Kyle Vanden Bosch, Jason Taylor and Aaron Schobel not good enough for you?
Number 10
05-02-2006, 01:31 PM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
Shiver
05-02-2006, 01:33 PM
Compared to the NFC's Defensive Ends.. If Mario Williams is the player everyone expects him to be, he will have a legitimate chance I think.
PACKmanN
07-04-2006, 01:14 AM
Jimmy Williams. Why you might ask? Think about it for a second. He will be starting right away, and covering #2 wideouts, not to mention, sicne he is a rookie, he will be tested alot, because noone wants to challenge DeAngelo Hall.
They said he might start at FS.
PACKmanN
07-04-2006, 01:18 AM
That makes much better sense now.
My answer definitely is Vernon Davis though. He will be Smith's new best friend fo shizzle.
Too bad in the OTAs Smith been passing the ball mostly to Antonio Bryant
Paranoidmoonduck
07-04-2006, 01:19 AM
If we disregard return men, I think Vernon Davis is, without a question, the obvious choice. While the NFC is decently strong with tight ends, it doesn't have player you know will put up a huge year. With every other positions (LB, OL, etc.), there are tons of annual choices. I think Sims probably has a better chance at a Pro Bowl spot than Hawk does (same with DROY) because he is a flashier player and is in a scheme were he can get a lot of turnovers.
PACKmanN
07-04-2006, 01:22 AM
If we disregard return men, I think Vernon Davis is, without a question, the obvious choice. While the NFC is decently strong with tight ends, it doesn't have player you know will put up a huge year. With every other positions (LB, OL, etc.), there are tons of annual choices. I think Sims probably has a better chance at a Pro Bowl spot than Hawk does (same with DROY) because he is a flashier player and is in a scheme were he can get a lot of turnovers.
Hawk in a scheme where they allow the LB to make palys which means he able to run all over the field. Thats why so much Packers fans whan Barnett move to the outside becuase he is able to run in a more open area instead of just staying in the middle.
Paranoidmoonduck
07-04-2006, 01:36 AM
Hawk in a scheme where they allow the LB to make palys which means he able to run all over the field. Thats why so much Packers fans whan Barnett move to the outside becuase he is able to run in a more open area instead of just staying in the middle.
Absolutely no offense to Hawk, who I think will be a fantastic outside linebacker, but he isn't a fraction as flashy as Ernie Sims. More consistent? Yes. Able to do complicated stunts? Absolutely. However, in the Lions cover 2 scheme, Sims will be playing the exact same position as Derrick Brooks, which should get him plenty of big hits on recievers, lots of chances at interceptions, and allow him to range. Sims plays with a fearless quality that should wow fans much more than Hawk's technical play.
datchapin
07-04-2006, 06:44 PM
Mario Williams. The guy is a beast, plays the run AND pass well, he has a better shot than everyone gives him credit for.
cunningham06
07-04-2006, 07:17 PM
Word Mario Williams and Demeco Ryans have a shot.
yourfavestoner
07-04-2006, 07:46 PM
Jimmy Williams. Why you might ask? Think about it for a second. He will be starting right away, and covering #2 wideouts, not to mention, sicne he is a rookie, he will be tested alot, because noone wants to challenge DeAngelo Hall.
What makes you think he'd be covering #2 wideouts?
Hall plays LCB, so if Williams starts at corner, he'd be manning the RCB spot. The right side [the offense's left] is where the X receiver lines up most of the time. There are a lot of teams whose X receiver is their number 1 receiver.
theshark08
07-04-2006, 08:46 PM
A.J. Hawk.
jpapa4490
07-04-2006, 09:02 PM
Hawk and ferguson have the best shots, i think u guys are overhypin VD who has TONS of potential and will be very good, but not his rookie year. i only say this this because the 49ers offense is not very good and will have to mesh together with time. i say VD is a probowler in 3 years
i think bush might make it as a kr
ncbigbody
07-30-2006, 05:43 PM
If we disregard return men, I think Vernon Davis is, without a question, the obvious choice. While the NFC is decently strong with tight ends, it doesn't have player you know will put up a huge year. With every other positions (LB, OL, etc.), there are tons of annual choices. I think Sims probably has a better chance at a Pro Bowl spot than Hawk does (same with DROY) because he is a flashier player and is in a scheme were he can get a lot of turnovers.
Jason Witten, Shockey, and Crumpler, will all have pro bowl years, especially with those offenses. I give VD no chance to make pro bowl, especially with that excuse of a team called the niners, and excuse of a QB alex smith.
Vernon Davis prolly. He will be used more than alomost any other draftpick.
I totally agree. The NFC tight ends are not as strong as the AFC ones.
Vernon Davis prolly. He will be used more than alomost any other draftpick.
I totally agree. The NFC tight ends are not as strong as the AFC ones.
Unless Alex Smith really shows me something this year, Leonard Pope has a better chance than Vernon Davis. Crumpler, Witten and Shockey will all easily beat VD. If anyone from the NFC makes it im gonna say Reggie as a KR.
cunningham06
07-30-2006, 05:56 PM
Vernon Davis should be able to make A Smith a better qb like Gates did Brees, so he should get a bunch of receptions, so I say Vernon Davis.
Also a possibility is Haloti Ngata. If the Ravens defense is in the top 5 defenses, and Ray Lewis is back to his old form, people will have to acknowledge that him having a big body like Ngata in front of him helped a lot. Also he's in one of the better D Lines in football with the Ravens so he shouldn't see all that many double teams.
Vernon Davis should be able to make A Smith a better qb like Gates did Brees, so he should get a bunch of receptions, so I say Vernon Davis.
Also a possibility is Haloti Ngata. If the Ravens defense is in the top 5 defenses, and Ray Lewis is back to his old form, people will have to acknowledge that him having a big body like Ngata in front of him helped a lot. Also he's in one of the better D Lines in football with the Ravens so he shouldn't see all that many double teams.
yea ngata has a great chance as well. hes one of the main reasons everyone is saying that the ravens are contenders
President
07-30-2006, 06:24 PM
Da Hawk!
President
07-30-2006, 06:24 PM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
In a good or bad way :wink:
jsagan77
07-30-2006, 08:01 PM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
In a good or bad way :wink:
VD has shocked many people already in the San Fran area... :lol:
smittyjs
07-30-2006, 08:44 PM
Vernon Davis
cunningham06
07-30-2006, 08:55 PM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
In a good or bad way :wink:
VD has shocked many people already in the San Fran area... :lol:
:lol: :lol: I didn't get it at first, but nice one.
Staubach12
07-30-2006, 09:11 PM
The homer deep inside me wants to say Bobby Carpenter or Skyler Green (PR) but I'll say Vernon.
YAYareaRB
07-30-2006, 09:13 PM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
In a good or bad way :wink:
VD has shocked many people already in the San Fran area... :lol:
:lol: :lol: I didn't get it at first, but nice one.
Sorry I still don't get it... But he will make Pro Bowl this year.
The Great Jonathan Vilma
07-30-2006, 11:09 PM
i'll say vernon davis because he's the highest paid TE. and to be the highest paid u better make the pro bowl........it only makes sense.
he'll get alot of playing time and will be a good target for a young QB. do i think that young QB will get him the ball, no, but he still has one of the best chances out there.
people love sacks, so wimbley will have a good shot, or manny lawson. they will be blitzed alot.
and in a better sense AJ Hawk because he knows what the game is about and whats goin on around him. he'll be on the field alot, and will make some plays.
realistically i don't htink any will, but hey
Bush could make it as a KR/PR if he does well, but definitely not as a RB. Realistically, it has to be Vernon Davis. Even tho the list is growing, the number of "great" TEs is still small, especially in the NFC where he wouldn't have to compete against Gonzo or Gates. Granted, the NFC has Shockey, Witten, Crumpler, and K2, but VD can pull it off imo with his superior talent.
cunningham06
07-31-2006, 01:40 PM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
In a good or bad way :wink:
VD has shocked many people already in the San Fran area... :lol:
:lol: :lol: I didn't get it at first, but nice one.
Sorry I still don't get it... But he will make Pro Bowl this year.
VD are Vernon Davis's initials. VD is also short for venerial disease.
Texico From Mexico
07-31-2006, 04:03 PM
How about Lendale White on this poll? He will be rookie of the year..Like I said...over 1000 yards rushing this season. :D
How about Lendale White on this poll? He will be rookie of the year..Like I said...over 1000 yards rushing this season. :D
who did he get traded to?
Re: Colts RB Joseph Addai, even if he earns OROY honors thanks to an outstanding rookie year, his chances of a trip to the Pro Bowl are slim thanks to the talent ahead of him.
Despite the loss of Edge to the NFC, the AFC has the highly regarded and recognized top trio of Larry Johnson, LaDanian Tomlinson, and Rudi Johnson.
There is the chance of making it as an alternate of course, though the conference has an exceptional second tier of backs.
Moses
07-31-2006, 08:51 PM
Reggie Bush as a PR/KR is the surest bet.
johbur
08-01-2006, 03:44 AM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
In a good or bad way :wink:
VD has shocked many people already in the San Fran area... :lol:
:lol: :lol: I didn't get it at first, but nice one.
Sorry I still don't get it... But he will make Pro Bowl this year.
If you don't get VD, you must have gone to USC and are a Trojan.
yourfavestoner
08-01-2006, 04:43 AM
Vernon Davis is going to shock people from day one.
In a good or bad way :wink:
VD has shocked many people already in the San Fran area... :lol:
:lol: :lol: I didn't get it at first, but nice one.
Sorry I still don't get it... But he will make Pro Bowl this year.
If you don't get VD, you must have gone to USC and are a Trojan.
Wow. I actually laughed my ass off at this one.
Smooth Criminal
08-01-2006, 08:38 AM
I think its Bush. The Pro bowl is voted on by fans. Bush is the most well known. If he has a decent year at all he'll be voted for alot.
stephenson86
08-01-2006, 08:45 AM
i dont think any rookie will make it
DMWSackMachine
08-01-2006, 11:23 AM
Yeah, you guys are forgetting that fans play a huge part in this process. If Reggie has a few sensational games where he makes a big play and gets on Primetime, he won't even have to break 1000 yards or get 10+ TDs, he'll just need to give the impression of excellence. Done.
I don't think Bush makes it, even if he has a Cadillac Williams-like start to the season (should Duece still be recovering to his form).
The NFC has better, established RBs - Edgerrin James, Clinton Portis, Tiki Barber, and so on - and I can't see the Saints playing their 60 million dollar man on returns extensively.
Jughead10
08-01-2006, 01:12 PM
I doubt Vernon makes it because of who is throwing to him. I say the best chance would be someone on Kick Returns.
Jensen
08-01-2006, 01:12 PM
A.J. Hawk.
bearsfan_51
08-01-2006, 01:15 PM
The fans don't play a huge part. They are only 1/3.
I'm leaning towards nobody at this point, but if it's anyone it'll likely be one of the four already mentioned. Devin Hester has a shot as a returner as well...but Bush is obviously more likely in that regard.
Pack_Attack_4
08-01-2006, 05:01 PM
AJ Hawk is going to dominate
Why do people keep saying AJ Hawk? he might with DROY but theres no way he can beat out the other NFC linebackers to be in the pro bowl. the guy with the best chance is Reggie Bush as a KR.
The Messiah
08-02-2006, 05:20 PM
I think that vernon will win roy hands down because he joins a 49ers offense that lacks any go to threat and i think he will immediately become one. Vernon davis is the new breed of tight end and other teams are going to start having tight ends like him that are super strong, super fast, and can jump super high. I think in a year or so he will be able to give tony gonzalez and antonio gates a run for their money as the best tight end in the game.
johbur
08-02-2006, 05:27 PM
Why do people keep saying AJ Hawk? he might with DROY but theres no way he can beat out the other NFC linebackers to be in the pro bowl. the guy with the best chance is Reggie Bush as a KR.
Starters: Keith Brooking, ATL and Derrick Brooks, TB. Alt: Lance Briggs, CHI.
Barring injury, that is correct. That's a nice group of OLBs. As Hawk comes from the OSU and has a good amount of press, he could get the third of the vote from fan input. If he had 125 tackles, 6-8 sacks and a couple of picks he would receive some votes from the players and if the Packers scratch their way to 8-8+, maybe some from the coaches. It'd probably still take injuries by those guys for Hawk to make it, though.
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