@@mitchcavanaugh7796Renfrow is a good one, I got another name tho I am hoping we use him like tho, and that is the legend Percy Harvin. I love players like this because all you have to do is manufacture a couple plays a game for him to make a huge impact.
*Re: **#AiniasSmith** (2/2)* - alll upsides for his #Eagles draft (esp for those that did NOT watch TX and/or SEC football regularly). 1) he’s a #SlotReceiver m, who *excels in Zone & is very good in Man (akin to **#Deebo**)* 2) #Ainias does NOT get alligator 🐊 arms, or shrink, anticipating any number of hits (eg, The Bama bs ATM game highlight shown in this video’s one of them w/ triangled defenders around him, *but he finished his route ON TIME & used his 5’9” 190lb frame (fmr RB) to bounce off 2 top Bama defenders)* 3) he can & does run *the entire route tree, but also has a NACK FOR TEMPO’ING HIS INTIAL RELEASES TO ALLOW FIELD TO CLEAR & FINDING GAPS IN ZONE D & ADJUSTS HIS ROUTES TO MAXIMIZE THOSE EMPTY SPACES similar to **#TravisKelce** & **#Edelman** (& to a lesser degree Wes)* 4) he *NEVER DROPS (catchable) PASSES, & his inner RB pushes him to get behind his pads & fight for extra yards (as evidenced by his YAC) & 5) of *qualified WRs, Ainias Smith was in mid-80th percentile over last 5 drafts when counting passes less than 20yds (but eliminating screens & less than 2yds off scrimmage) - WHEN INCORPORATING YAC INTO HIS CATCHES, he moves up to 92-percentile of all qualified WRs* & 6) #Ainias has an *unbelievably wide base (again starting 🏈 as a RB & now is 5’9” @ 190lbs) BUT does NOT have any LACK/LOSS IN HIS FLEXIBILITY OR ABILITY TO DETACH HIS LOWER-FROM UPPER BODY TO MAINTAIN DESIRED COURSE OF DIRECTION AND/OR JUMP-STEP TO ADJUST KO and/or PUNT RETURNS,* which mirrored Wes @ TTU when he set the record for most returns. *Once he gets time w/ Jalen Hurts in Camp, prior, or during games, he’ll quickly become one of Hurt’s top-3 receiver targets. Starting Slot WR for the **#Eagles** no later than mid-Season 2024 as he supplants Paris Campbell as the Slot, & then the REAL FUN begins w/ him across the middle to open up **#AJ** & **#Smitty** down the field & **#Barkley** out of the backfield.* The same “click” that occurred in #Philly after #AJBrown came in will similarly be seen when Ainias is plugged into this system. He’ll be the final piece.
He is going to be a good slot receiver. Especially with AJ Brown and Smitty on the outside and with the new return rules his special teams skills will help too...
I love the excitement but Deebo? C'mon man lol. If he can be a competent slot with like 40 catches for 500 yards per year at his apex, that'd be terrific.
He gotta beat out Paris Campbell who people are forgetting about but is uber talented himself and fast but I believe Ainias is clearly our long term slot solution and likely will be starting by end of year because he looks ready to go. I don’t know about returning tho because we also draft Shipley and DeJean who have return ability onto a roster with Britain Covey who made Pro Bowl as returner. So I would initially keep Covey at Return unless he doesn’t improve and get’s completely beat out. I would like to see Smith cross trained as a slot and used as a half back at times too similar to Debo and Percy Harvin.
@@Byronic19134 good thoughts.Covey concerns me with his ball security.Will be a good competition at kick/punt return.I think they are gonna transition dejean to safety so I doubt they would risk him getting hurt on punt and kick returns and then of course you have Shipley who I think they will look to use as a depth piece at running back so when gainwell leaves they'll have a backup rb.I think they are gonna put anias in the slot competing with Paris Campbell so it will be whoever is the best out of those two at slot Wr.i have a good feeling about anias in the slot,that's primarily where he played at Texas a&m and he thrived there.Pretty electric player for the Aggies.
I know he brings so much more to the table from day one than the previous journeyman, low budget, cookie cutter, 4th string level, bargain basement type Slots that the Eagles have tried to hit on over the past 8 years. On raw talent alone (route running needs fine tuning) and barring injury he’s the Slot guy that will make defenses pay for rotating coverage to DSmith & AJ Brown.
I would like to know why Malik Washington does not get any love ? All he did was have 1400 yds on 110 catches with 9 TDs. He is 5’9” and weighs 195 and is jacked He has a ridiculous 63% contested catch rate. His pro comp for me is ….Steve Smith. Would love To hear your take on this player
*Re: Ainias Smith (1 of 2)* - I love(d) #AiniasSmith when he was @ #ATM (1/2 my fam went to ATM) so we watched all his games. But given I went to Tech, he reminded me his entire time there as the Aggie’s’ version of #WesWelker & (later) #DannyAmendola. *BUT he’s more like Wes* - we were acquaintances @ TTU & ate a lot together; bet #Ainias could give Wes a run for his money eating chopped BBQ sandwiches 🥪 like Wes used to do right off 34th St. I’d eat 1 while Wes ate 3.
Steve Smith I will like for you to do some evaluations on some concerted undrafted talented receivers in this year's draft. One young man I think should be noticed and could have a good NFL career is Odieu Hiliare out of Bowling Green. Put on his tape coming from Alabama A&M to Bowling Green. He excelled based on the competion giving. He will be a steal. From my prospective. But you the man. I will love to hear your prospective.
I have a question that Steve would like. We always see first-round receivers with great physical gifts not pan out, So what guidance would you give a young receiver to help him develop and maintain the ability to master the "chess match" so they can process and react effectively? AKA What is the blueprint for relying on your mind to be your most powerful tool on the field?
i mean it’s definitely a natural brain skill at that level. but i think like with anything just practice and studying. watch film and watch your favorite receivers, help build up that bag of tools, and experience different situations on the field. the more you care and work and study, the more it will just become ingrained inside you. then you’ll just start doing things on the field without really thinking about it. but the fact that you are on here trying to ask steve makes me think that you definitely want it, and that’s the first step. go get that shit my boi.
Tricky question because there are a number of variables that are the reason a player fails, 2 of the biggest is not getting the right opportunity and losing confidence in their ability. And in terms of intelligence you can become more experienced and knowledgeable but much like athleticism, some people can either process at a high level or not.
Steve love your videos!! What translates better in the NFL for a young WR - having a basketball background (like Keon Coleman) or having a kick return background (like Rome Odunze) ?
Question, Brenden Rice played with Caleb Williams, should the bears try to get him to help Williams have good chemistry with a WR out of the gate? And What does it mean to have chemistry between WRs and QBs? Thanks to you both for these videos. It’s some of the best out there and helped me better understand the WR position better and enjoy football more.
Chemistry between WR’s and QB’s is everything and ideally you would like to have a situation like the Eagles where Jalen Hurts, AJ Brown and Devonte Smith all work out together in offseason and study tape. Caleb is not Jalen Hurts tho and does not have the same selfless personality or he would have already been working out with Rice and told the Bears management he wants him. I’m also shocked the 9ers did not draft Rice either considering how late he went and being the son of Jerry, especially after the Steelers traded to get Joey Porter Jr. last year, and Eagles traded up for Jeremiah Trotter Jr. this year.
Here’s what confuses me, I seen this back when Steve was giving his opinion on all the receivers coming out, so why did he hate the Eagles taking him in the draft? Someone answer this for me.
That's coachable plus for a guy likely going on day 3 the value he adds as a punt returner makes it worth a shot on trying to get him to run better routes
Bruh O dude is over there sweating like I only had this guy returning punts... tryna save face. No way he watched this guy's film an thought special teams....Especially whenever the Eagles been desperate for someone else to get open besides Smith. This Guy gonna create separation unlike Julio. Julio needs to move to TE an Contribute.
@cuttoit I agree with 99% of the things that come out Your Mouth. You have always been That Guy!! My Favorite Receiver, showed me that People don't want things as bad as you think they do. Meaning just cause someone's bigger, stringer, faster, doesn't mean that they gonna run at 100% 100% of the time. Na but if you can stay at 100% then you can have success
Welcome to Philly!!
Finally someone who loves Ainias as much as I do. Gonna be a steal in the draft
I just hope they fuck up at the podium and say "Anus Smith, Wide Receiver, Texas A&M"
Besides MHJ and Nabers i thought Ainias, Keon Coleman, and Xavier Legette really jumped off the screen
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Eagles are the culprits. Thick as thieves they are yo.
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Always listen to Smith when it comes to WR’s, Philly needed a true Slot receiver! Steven Smith just said it!
Facts
He looks up to you Steve! He watches you and talk about you all the time.
Howie cooked in this draft great selection 😎
He usually does. Howie puts in work and the Draft is his day to shine.
Howie cooked this draft. Drafted the top 2 DBs, Trotter Jr, drafted 2 WRs with slot upside, will Shipley and O-Line depth. Masterclass!
That one comment, love listening to Steve because he knows what he’s talking about when it comes to receivers
Perfect pick for the Eagles we have our deep threats this is that versatile slot we needed. I can see him being like prime Jarvis Landry
dat wasn’t a good comparison cus dey play two completely different styles i would say he can be like a hunter renfrow
@@GoonrichhGood comp. Also would be pumped about that
@@mitchcavanaugh7796Renfrow is a good one, I got another name tho I am hoping we use him like tho, and that is the legend Percy Harvin.
I love players like this because all you have to do is manufacture a couple plays a game for him to make a huge impact.
Could be like Brandin cooks
Jarvis Landry was a tank.. Brandin Cooks has long speed. My comp would be Deebo.
*Re: **#AiniasSmith** (2/2)* - alll upsides for his #Eagles draft (esp for those that did NOT watch TX and/or SEC football regularly). 1) he’s a #SlotReceiver m, who *excels in Zone & is very good in Man (akin to **#Deebo**)* 2) #Ainias does NOT get alligator 🐊 arms, or shrink, anticipating any number of hits (eg, The Bama bs ATM game highlight shown in this video’s one of them w/ triangled defenders around him, *but he finished his route ON TIME & used his 5’9” 190lb frame (fmr RB) to bounce off 2 top Bama defenders)* 3) he can & does run *the entire route tree, but also has a NACK FOR TEMPO’ING HIS INTIAL RELEASES TO ALLOW FIELD TO CLEAR & FINDING GAPS IN ZONE D & ADJUSTS HIS ROUTES TO MAXIMIZE THOSE EMPTY SPACES similar to **#TravisKelce** & **#Edelman** (& to a lesser degree Wes)* 4) he *NEVER DROPS (catchable) PASSES, & his inner RB pushes him to get behind his pads & fight for extra yards (as evidenced by his YAC) & 5) of *qualified WRs, Ainias Smith was in mid-80th percentile over last 5 drafts when counting passes less than 20yds (but eliminating screens & less than 2yds off scrimmage) - WHEN INCORPORATING YAC INTO HIS CATCHES, he moves up to 92-percentile of all qualified WRs* & 6) #Ainias has an *unbelievably wide base (again starting 🏈 as a RB & now is 5’9” @ 190lbs) BUT does NOT have any LACK/LOSS IN HIS FLEXIBILITY OR ABILITY TO DETACH HIS LOWER-FROM UPPER BODY TO MAINTAIN DESIRED COURSE OF DIRECTION AND/OR JUMP-STEP TO ADJUST KO and/or PUNT RETURNS,* which mirrored Wes @ TTU when he set the record for most returns. *Once he gets time w/ Jalen Hurts in Camp, prior, or during games, he’ll quickly become one of Hurt’s top-3 receiver targets. Starting Slot WR for the **#Eagles** no later than mid-Season 2024 as he supplants Paris Campbell as the Slot, & then the REAL FUN begins w/ him across the middle to open up **#AJ** & **#Smitty** down the field & **#Barkley** out of the backfield.* The same “click” that occurred in #Philly after #AJBrown came in will similarly be seen when Ainias is plugged into this system. He’ll be the final piece.
Eagles got an absolute DAWGGGGG
He is going to be a good slot receiver. Especially with AJ Brown and Smitty on the outside and with the new return rules his special teams skills will help too...
I see GOLDEN TATE/Baldwin/DEEBO IN THIS KID. He will control the middle of the field in the league
I love the excitement but Deebo? C'mon man lol. If he can be a competent slot with like 40 catches for 500 yards per year at his apex, that'd be terrific.
Thanks for the breakdown Steve.
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Howie was after a slot receiver.Got devonta and AJ on the outside.Ainias in the slot and I'm sure they'll use him on kick/punt return
He gotta beat out Paris Campbell who people are forgetting about but is uber talented himself and fast but I believe Ainias is clearly our long term slot solution and likely will be starting by end of year because he looks ready to go. I don’t know about returning tho because we also draft Shipley and DeJean who have return ability onto a roster with Britain Covey who made Pro Bowl as returner.
So I would initially keep Covey at Return unless he doesn’t improve and get’s completely beat out. I would like to see Smith cross trained as a slot and used as a half back at times too similar to Debo and Percy Harvin.
@@Byronic19134 good thoughts.Covey concerns me with his ball security.Will be a good competition at kick/punt return.I think they are gonna transition dejean to safety so I doubt they would risk him getting hurt on punt and kick returns and then of course you have Shipley who I think they will look to use as a depth piece at running back so when gainwell leaves they'll have a backup rb.I think they are gonna put anias in the slot competing with Paris Campbell so it will be whoever is the best out of those two at slot
Wr.i have a good feeling about anias in the slot,that's primarily where he played at Texas a&m and he thrived there.Pretty electric player for the Aggies.
Covey was a pro bowler, Isaiah Rodgers, Cooper dejawn, Smith.. so many options 🙌🏾
@@ayjay1068Right, we're stack wit competition this yr its gonna be some hard cuts.
Review Xavier Weaver from Colorado I genuinely want to know what you think about him
😅 Only if his analysis is positive. I'd hate for Steve to destroy his draft stock.
I’ll give you it…. 🗣️ HES TOO SMALL…. He has great route running…. But he’s to frail
@@tianayates6564 thanks for your unprofessional opinion
@@tianayates6564they said the same thing about Devonta Smith and he’s missed 1 game in 3 years
@@Chosen_One215Exactly and a Heisman Trophy winner.🏅🏅🏈..He's soo humble but Hungry!!💪🏿🦅
Top 5 in drop and broken tackle %??? Sign me up!! #GoBirds
Aye coley! Literally watching Macrodosing when this came up, miss ya man
Hell he damn good rushing from the backfield too!
I think he’s interesting, he played a bit of running back at A&M as well.
I know he brings so much more to the table from day one than the previous journeyman, low budget, cookie cutter, 4th string level, bargain basement type Slots that the Eagles have tried to hit on over the past 8 years. On raw talent alone (route running needs fine tuning) and barring injury he’s the Slot guy that will make defenses pay for rotating coverage to DSmith & AJ Brown.
Nice, nuanced breakdown. Excited to see if he beats out Parris Campbell for the slot. Love the analysis.
Let's go!!!! 🦅
I would like to know why Malik Washington does not get any love ? All he did was have 1400 yds on 110 catches with 9 TDs. He is 5’9” and weighs 195 and is jacked He has a ridiculous 63% contested catch rate. His pro comp for me is ….Steve Smith. Would love
To hear your take on this player
Patiently waiting for that Keon Coleman breakdown. By far the best hands in the draft, no body catches with him.
*Re: Ainias Smith (1 of 2)* - I love(d) #AiniasSmith when he was @ #ATM (1/2 my fam went to ATM) so we watched all his games. But given I went to Tech, he reminded me his entire time there as the Aggie’s’ version of #WesWelker & (later) #DannyAmendola. *BUT he’s more like Wes* - we were acquaintances @ TTU & ate a lot together; bet #Ainias could give Wes a run for his money eating chopped BBQ sandwiches 🥪 like Wes used to do right off 34th St. I’d eat 1 while Wes ate 3.
Steve Smith I will like for you to do some evaluations on some concerted undrafted talented receivers in this year's draft. One young man I think should be noticed and could have a good NFL career is Odieu Hiliare out of Bowling Green. Put on his tape coming from Alabama A&M to Bowling Green. He excelled based on the competion giving. He will be a steal. From my prospective. But you the man. I will love to hear your prospective.
He played running back in college also
I have a question that Steve would like. We always see first-round receivers with great physical gifts not pan out, So what guidance would you give a young receiver to help him develop and maintain the ability to master the "chess match" so they can process and react effectively? AKA What is the blueprint for relying on your mind to be your most powerful tool on the field?
i mean it’s definitely a natural brain skill at that level. but i think like with anything just practice and studying. watch film and watch your favorite receivers, help build up that bag of tools, and experience different situations on the field. the more you care and work and study, the more it will just become ingrained inside you. then you’ll just start doing things on the field without really thinking about it. but the fact that you are on here trying to ask steve makes me think that you definitely want it, and that’s the first step. go get that shit my boi.
@@spuh3460 I appreciate that! I will no doubt
Tricky question because there are a number of variables that are the reason a player fails, 2 of the biggest is not getting the right opportunity and losing confidence in their ability. And in terms of intelligence you can become more experienced and knowledgeable but much like athleticism, some people can either process at a high level or not.
Can we get your thoughts on Brian Thomas jr and Xavier Legette?
I like both of them and Mitchell
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An eye as Smith
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Welcome to the bird gang
Steve love your videos!!
What translates better in the NFL for a young WR - having a basketball background (like Keon Coleman) or having a kick return background (like Rome Odunze) ?
Question, Brenden Rice played with Caleb Williams, should the bears try to get him to help Williams have good chemistry with a WR out of the gate?
And
What does it mean to have chemistry between WRs and QBs?
Thanks to you both for these videos. It’s some of the best out there and helped me better understand the WR position better and enjoy football more.
No. He has Keenan Allen he’s qb friendly
@@Scotty2Hotty4Allen is also 33 with injury history
@@DankBirdGang52factual however Keenan had his best season this season lol so that’s why he’s on the Bears
Chemistry between WR’s and QB’s is everything and ideally you would like to have a situation like the Eagles where Jalen Hurts, AJ Brown and Devonte Smith all work out together in offseason and study tape. Caleb is not Jalen Hurts tho and does not have the same selfless personality or he would have already been working out with Rice and told the Bears management he wants him.
I’m also shocked the 9ers did not draft Rice either considering how late he went and being the son of Jerry, especially after the Steelers traded to get Joey Porter Jr. last year, and Eagles traded up for Jeremiah Trotter Jr. this year.
I believe the biggest sleeper in this draft, Dayton Wade Ole Miss. What i like about him is his ability to go attack the ball in the air.
Gig em!!!!!
How do I find drop rates for wrs?
Please please pleaseee do Jamari Thrash out of Louisville
Look at Steve's shirt and tell me he didn't know....... Like he said batting a THOWOW!!!!!!
He was the best offensive player for the aggies for the past 4 years. Every time they needed a big play they go to him. And he had terrible QBs
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Who is here AFTER the Eagles Drafted him👀👀 I know I am lol
#GoBirds
Here’s what confuses me, I seen this back when Steve was giving his opinion on all the receivers coming out, so why did he hate the Eagles taking him in the draft? Someone answer this for me.
I can’t decide between him and Anthony Gould 😮
What's ZAY WEAVERS upside???
What are your thoughts on Malik Washington?
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Who are the top 5 third tier wr?
do a breakdown on keon coleman
C’mon Smitty, we all know California mainly produces QBs and a few WRs. Florida, Texas, Georgia, and Louisiana are dem football states mane!!!
STEVE SMITH you gotta do DLO HARDY NORTH CENTRAL BEST D3 WIDE RECEIVER PROSPECT ❤️❤️❤️SHOW THE LOVE EVERYWHERE!!!!!!
He's the next steve Smith/ Tyreek hill imo
I like Ainias a lot, but he's a slot in the NFL. He has good burst, but he lacks a second gear for long speed.
I don’t like how he rounds all his routes though.
That's coachable plus for a guy likely going on day 3 the value he adds as a punt returner makes it worth a shot on trying to get him to run better routes
Easily correctable
Stress fracture found. Be interesting to see how the nfl looks at that and his draft stock.
Howie cooked we just gotta get the coaching up to par excluding oline coach
Dawg - Laremy Tunsil
I love this show. Steve Smith knows his shit. He called Cooper Kupp a few years ago
is he like Deebo? on 49ers
Future Falcon
He got to be a better bird 🦅
Steve Smith need a job as a wide receivers coach. Preferably with the BILLS. Instill that dog in them
Bruh O dude is over there sweating like I only had this guy returning punts... tryna save face. No way he watched this guy's film an thought special teams....Especially whenever the Eagles been desperate for someone else to get open besides Smith. This Guy gonna create separation unlike Julio. Julio needs to move to TE an Contribute.
@cuttoit I agree with 99% of the things that come out Your Mouth. You have always been That Guy!! My Favorite Receiver, showed me that People don't want things as bad as you think they do. Meaning just cause someone's bigger, stringer, faster, doesn't mean that they gonna run at 100% 100% of the time. Na but if you can stay at 100% then you can have success
Florida is #1 but ok lol
Steve smith was the worst at evaluating last years wideouts and he can’t speak too save his life
H called Quinton johnston
Give one example of a mis-eval and I'll give you 5 examples of him hitting it on the money
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Yes, draft expert, show us your great knowledge.
You’re caring AND you can’t write to save yours. It’s “to save” not “too save.” Go play Madden
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STEVE SMITH you gotta do DLO HARDY NORTH CENTRAL BEST D3 WIDE RECEIVER PROSPECT ❤️❤️❤️SHOW THE LOVE EVERYWHERE!!!!!!
STEVE SMITH you gotta do DLO HARDY NORTH CENTRAL BEST D3 WIDE RECEIVER PROSPECT ❤️❤️❤️SHOW THE LOVE EVERYWHERE!!!!!!