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Title: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: PhillyPhreak54 on April 30, 2006, 02:25:39 PM
OLB

Tennessee
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Westy on April 30, 2006, 02:27:26 PM
small.. 6-1, 235
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: PhillyPhreak54 on April 30, 2006, 02:27:32 PM
Omar Gaither NFL profile (http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/2006/gaither_omar)

Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Mad-Lad on April 30, 2006, 02:27:56 PM
Quote from: ESPN  Draft MagTurned loose, he's a backfield disrupter. He has the feel and physical tools to excel in coverage.
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Feva on April 30, 2006, 02:28:05 PM
#44

(http://www.t-g.com/photos/10/44/71/1044714-L.jpg)
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 02:30:08 PM
Looks like a special teamer, can't say that I am overly excited about this pick.
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: mpmcgraw on April 30, 2006, 02:30:49 PM
I'll take it.                                                   

Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on April 30, 2006, 02:31:32 PM
QuoteStrengths: An athletically gifted OLB that played out of position at SLB in college. Is at his best in space. Possesses decent speed but is quicker than fast and moves well laterally. Is quicker than fast. Shows fluid hips and very good COD skills. Is a playmaker with a nose for the ball. Has a powerful upper body. Uses his hands well to keep blockers from reaching his body. Takes solid angles in pursuit and shows excellent closing burst. Is instinctive and always seems to be in on big plays. He has good hip explosion and upper body power as a tackler, especially for his size. He will wrap up in space and does a good job of bringing down bigger runners. Shows good initial burst and can be disruptive in the backfield when turned loose upfield. Is instinctive and athletic in coverage, and his recognition skills continue to improve.

Weaknesses: He's undersized and does not fit playing head-up over the TE. Lacks bulk and plays with a narrow base. Gets rag-dolled at the POA too often and needs to be on the move in order to be effective. He's aggressive but not necessarily physical. He lacks lower body strength to stand his ground in the phone booth. He's a fluid athlete but lacks ideal top-end speed for a WLB prospect.

Overall: Gaither played mostly on special teams as a true freshman in 2002 and as a sophomore in 2003. He stepped into the starting lineup at the SLB position for the final 11 games of the 2004 season, when he finished with 92 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss and two sacks. Gaither started all 11 games as a senior in 2005 and finished with 78 tackles, 7.5 TFL, four sacks and four forced fumbles. Gaither has been an ascending prospect the last two years. He played mostly at the SLB position in college but projects as a WLB in the NFL. He is undersized and must continue to improve his bulk and lower body strength. Gaither may need a couple of years as a reserve in the NFL in order to develop physically and polish his skills, but he possesses enough natural talent to eventually push for a starting job. In the meantime, he can contribute as a nickel linebacker and on special teams. Gaither currently grades out as a mid-round prospect in the 2006 class.

Even if all he ever becomes is a special teamer and nickel LB, that ain't bad for a 5th rounder.
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 02:33:55 PM
Quote from: FFatPatt on April 30, 2006, 02:31:32 PM
QuoteStrengths: An athletically gifted OLB that played out of position at SLB in college. Is at his best in space. Possesses decent speed but is quicker than fast and moves well laterally. Is quicker than fast. Shows fluid hips and very good COD skills. Is a playmaker with a nose for the ball. Has a powerful upper body. Uses his hands well to keep blockers from reaching his body. Takes solid angles in pursuit and shows excellent closing burst. Is instinctive and always seems to be in on big plays. He has good hip explosion and upper body power as a tackler, especially for his size. He will wrap up in space and does a good job of bringing down bigger runners. Shows good initial burst and can be disruptive in the backfield when turned loose upfield. Is instinctive and athletic in coverage, and his recognition skills continue to improve.

Weaknesses: He's undersized and does not fit playing head-up over the TE. Lacks bulk and plays with a narrow base. Gets rag-dolled at the POA too often and needs to be on the move in order to be effective. He's aggressive but not necessarily physical. He lacks lower body strength to stand his ground in the phone booth. He's a fluid athlete but lacks ideal top-end speed for a WLB prospect.

Overall: Gaither played mostly on special teams as a true freshman in 2002 and as a sophomore in 2003. He stepped into the starting lineup at the SLB position for the final 11 games of the 2004 season, when he finished with 92 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss and two sacks. Gaither started all 11 games as a senior in 2005 and finished with 78 tackles, 7.5 TFL, four sacks and four forced fumbles. Gaither has been an ascending prospect the last two years. He played mostly at the SLB position in college but projects as a WLB in the NFL. He is undersized and must continue to improve his bulk and lower body strength. Gaither may need a couple of years as a reserve in the NFL in order to develop physically and polish his skills, but he possesses enough natural talent to eventually push for a starting job. In the meantime, he can contribute as a nickel linebacker and on special teams. Gaither currently grades out as a mid-round prospect in the 2006 class.

Even if all he ever becomes is a special teamer and nickel LB, that ain't bad for a 5th rounder.

Agreed, but they really need to do something at the QB position since they only have 2 on the roster.  They also could address there need for a bruising back, but who knows maybe they don't see that as a need.
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: PhillyPhreak54 on April 30, 2006, 02:33:58 PM
I'll take another Ike Reese

This also seems to spell the end of Jason Short.

Especially since Richmond should be ready to come back and Roper will be playing a lot of STs too
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Rome on April 30, 2006, 02:34:54 PM
First pick I'm not thrilled with.  A developmental QB there would have been better.

Big whoop, though.  Fifth rounder = who knows?
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: PhillyPhreak54 on April 30, 2006, 02:49:26 PM
Heckert on Eagles Live:

Gaither is a guy who can play all 3 spots. He has played at 245 and is very versatile. He can blitz and he can cover.

Looks like he might be the backup MIKE
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: PhillyFan on April 30, 2006, 02:51:41 PM
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 02:33:55 PM



Agreed, but they really need to do something at the QB position since they only have 2 on the roster. 

McNabb + Garcia + Detmer + Chang = 4
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: PhillyGirl on April 30, 2006, 02:52:12 PM
Quote from: PhillyFan on April 30, 2006, 02:51:41 PM
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 02:33:55 PM



Agreed, but they really need to do something at the QB position since they only have 2 on the roster.

McNabb + Garcia + Detmer + Chang = 4

:-D
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: troyhstewart on April 30, 2006, 03:08:57 PM
If these two LB picks spell the end of the Sims-Jones era, I'm all for it.
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 04:02:12 PM
Quote from: PhillyFan on April 30, 2006, 02:51:41 PM
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 02:33:55 PM



Agreed, but they really need to do something at the QB position since they only have 2 on the roster.

McNabb + Garcia + Detmer + Chang = 4

Like I said they only have 2 on their roster. 
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Sgt PSN on April 30, 2006, 04:03:08 PM
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 04:02:12 PM
Quote from: PhillyFan on April 30, 2006, 02:51:41 PM
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 02:33:55 PM



Agreed, but they really need to do something at the QB position since they only have 2 on the roster.

McNabb + Garcia + Detmer + Chang = 4

Like I said they only have 2 on their roster.

Who's the 2nd one? 
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Drunkmasterflex on April 30, 2006, 04:05:25 PM
Garcia, I guess. ???
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: MURP on April 30, 2006, 07:08:43 PM
i like the fact that he has "instincts" and can cover.  Cant say I remember seeing him play, but after reading up on him he sounds like he has decent potential to help out.
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: SidFarkus on May 01, 2006, 02:12:21 PM
He's a good cover LB and will contribute on special teams right away. As with all late round picks he's raw and has weakness, but they'll work with him. He has some skills to develop into a decent OLB in the leauge. The Eagles will work to put bulk on him and teach him techniques to shed blockers.

We'll see what he can bring in the next few years.
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: ice grillin you on May 01, 2006, 04:57:21 PM
i remember liking this guy a lot in watching some tenn games

if he works out its nice to have a dual role guy...a good special teamer and a back up potentially at all three lb spots
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: BigEd76 on June 16, 2006, 02:14:02 PM
First draft pick to sign.... 4 yr deal
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Wingspan on June 16, 2006, 02:25:32 PM
 4 yr deal and single game tickets for life
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: SunMo on June 16, 2006, 02:56:20 PM
ha...nice one Wing
Title: Re: Omar Gaither, Philadelphia Eagle
Post by: Beermonkey on June 16, 2006, 03:09:53 PM
He looks like he's missing something in this picture, possible a Peter Pan hat. Also, what's up with his right nipple? It's like he sheared it off & had it sewn on 2 inches higher & to the right.

(http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/uploads/photos/perm/main/HCHECFOAKMOD/gaither2_060430.jpg)