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I'm Intrigued by these European players

Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:20 pm
Posted by RiverCityTider
Jacksonville, Florida
Member since Oct 2008
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Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:20 pm
And even know they are probably rough, it would be nice to have another pipeline if they are able to contribute.

I'm wondering about the big Finn, Olaus Alinen. I'm wondering if anyone has an opinion about whether he ever plays much and what is is ceiling.

And now we have the German linebacker.

I'm just not the guy that can watch their film and really discern anything.
Posted by CapstoneGrad06
Little Rock
Member since Nov 2008
73307 posts
Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:26 pm to
Alinen played some ball in Connecticut. He also got snaps in mop up duty. He’s primed for a guard spot one day. He’s a good player.

Okoronkwo Is harder to judge. He has only faced completion in Europe. But his measurables are off the charts. He also camped really well. Maybe a special teams guy year one.
Posted by Crimson Wraith
Member since Jan 2014
29328 posts
Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:28 pm to
Eric Zeier played high school ball in Europe.
Posted by Riseupfromtherubble
You'll Never Walk Alone
Member since Jun 2011
39600 posts
Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:31 pm to
German athletes/sporting culture in general leans towards a structured, methodical approach. Think by year 2 or 3 he’ll be a really good player. The instincts of a million reps won’t be there but I think he’s probably as suited as any to make a huge leap there through reps and film. I’m painting with a broad brush here but stereotypes exist for a reason. If it were a Brazilian receiver I’d probably feel the same way.
Posted by biggsc
Member since Mar 2009
34663 posts
Posted on 12/22/23 at 8:11 pm to
I was at that 94 game vs UGA at BDS.
Posted by Legionfield
Alabama
Member since Nov 2009
3380 posts
Posted on 12/23/23 at 6:34 am to
Jay Barker that day…wow
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