Recently I have seen some significant conversation in regards to whether we should take Chris Long or Glenn Dorsey. (As a side note, the only other player I would consider at number one overall is Matt Ryan. Not Darren McFadden or Jake Long. It is my humble opinion that they are both overrated in that their skill set will likely limit them at the next level.)
Consider this one man's opinion on the Long-Dorsey question.
For me, it’s Glenn Dorsey. No doubt about it. Here's why:
Dorsey has many positives within his game, so it is tough to know where to start. First and foremost, he possesses an extremely rare combination of four imperative skills. Dorsey has a very rare combination of strength, acceleration, body control, and play recognition. His strength is unreal. Offensive linemen consistently jolt back and struggle with balance the moment he engages them. Further, this unique strength allows him to consistently play on the other side of the line regardless of double teams. Dorsey also possesses unreal acceleration for a man of his strength and dimensions. He consistently beats opposing linemen into position, thus allowing him to gain leverage and leave them in the dust. Further, Dorsey moves extremely well and shows excellent body control, allowing him to adapt to all types of situations. Lastly among these prime positives are his read and recognition skills. He always sees the ball both against the run and the pass. This allows him to make calculated decisions in regards to whether he should rush the passer, hold his own and wait for the back, or attack the backfield to break up the run.
Dorsey also shows outstanding toughness and very little injury history. This goes hand in hand because Dorsey was the victim of an illegal chop block which would have signaled the bench at the very least for a lesser man. He played through the injury, showing his toughness. Dorsey also has an excellent build. This may come as a surprise to many because of what appears to be a rather large ***. The thing is, that *** and lower body is where the strength and acceleration comes from. Lastly, Dorsey is an explosive and talented tackler.
I believe it is really an effort in futility to find negatives in Dorsey’s game. Really the only thing I can come up with is that he is probably 6’1 ½ to 6’2 instead of 6’4 or 6’5. That said, I don't believe that is that big a deal because he likely would not have the athleticism or strength he has if he were that tall.
The bottom line for me is that Dorsey is an absolute beast. He is probably the most talented and productive defensive tackle to enter the draft in fifteen years. That is not a joke. This kid is legit. He will be an instant difference maker at the next level. He projects to every defensive tackle position except a run stuffing nose tackle, and that is only because that would not be a good use of his talent.
I expect him to be drafted by the Miami Dolphins with the first pick and inserted immediately as their nose tackle. This makes sense because this style of 3-4 is more predicated on speed and attacking the quarterback. (See the Dallas current starter Jay Ratliff) Dorsey is a perfect fit in the middle and should excel at the position for at least a decade.
Lastly, to address the questions I know are coming, Dorsey's injuries are by no means reoccurring, so they are not an issue. And second, Dorsey does not disappear in games. Pop in the tape and that will become pretty clear. He is a force play in and play out. He is a truly special player at a position where special players are very few and far between.
Consider this one man's opinion on the Long-Dorsey question.
For me, it’s Glenn Dorsey. No doubt about it. Here's why:
Dorsey has many positives within his game, so it is tough to know where to start. First and foremost, he possesses an extremely rare combination of four imperative skills. Dorsey has a very rare combination of strength, acceleration, body control, and play recognition. His strength is unreal. Offensive linemen consistently jolt back and struggle with balance the moment he engages them. Further, this unique strength allows him to consistently play on the other side of the line regardless of double teams. Dorsey also possesses unreal acceleration for a man of his strength and dimensions. He consistently beats opposing linemen into position, thus allowing him to gain leverage and leave them in the dust. Further, Dorsey moves extremely well and shows excellent body control, allowing him to adapt to all types of situations. Lastly among these prime positives are his read and recognition skills. He always sees the ball both against the run and the pass. This allows him to make calculated decisions in regards to whether he should rush the passer, hold his own and wait for the back, or attack the backfield to break up the run.
Dorsey also shows outstanding toughness and very little injury history. This goes hand in hand because Dorsey was the victim of an illegal chop block which would have signaled the bench at the very least for a lesser man. He played through the injury, showing his toughness. Dorsey also has an excellent build. This may come as a surprise to many because of what appears to be a rather large ***. The thing is, that *** and lower body is where the strength and acceleration comes from. Lastly, Dorsey is an explosive and talented tackler.
I believe it is really an effort in futility to find negatives in Dorsey’s game. Really the only thing I can come up with is that he is probably 6’1 ½ to 6’2 instead of 6’4 or 6’5. That said, I don't believe that is that big a deal because he likely would not have the athleticism or strength he has if he were that tall.
The bottom line for me is that Dorsey is an absolute beast. He is probably the most talented and productive defensive tackle to enter the draft in fifteen years. That is not a joke. This kid is legit. He will be an instant difference maker at the next level. He projects to every defensive tackle position except a run stuffing nose tackle, and that is only because that would not be a good use of his talent.
I expect him to be drafted by the Miami Dolphins with the first pick and inserted immediately as their nose tackle. This makes sense because this style of 3-4 is more predicated on speed and attacking the quarterback. (See the Dallas current starter Jay Ratliff) Dorsey is a perfect fit in the middle and should excel at the position for at least a decade.
Lastly, to address the questions I know are coming, Dorsey's injuries are by no means reoccurring, so they are not an issue. And second, Dorsey does not disappear in games. Pop in the tape and that will become pretty clear. He is a force play in and play out. He is a truly special player at a position where special players are very few and far between.
