2009 Falcons Draft Discussion

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Originally Posted by DraftMichaelHuff

Cushing- Dont know how he would fit, didnt play on 3rd downs much in 2008 and therefore you have to question his coverage skills. He would be paired with Peterson and when you are running a cover 2 i would worry a bit our OLB's ability to drop back in coverage. Upside?

Cushing doesn't lack upside. He's 6'3" 243 with excellent strength for the position (although Rey Rey plays stronger than him) and runs a 4.7.

Cushing has definite upside, it's just that his body probably doesn't have a ton of room to grow. But he does have a lot of room to improve in his agility and hip movement.