After a couple of *coughs* stupid answers, Pete says he’s a Red Sox fan.A little 1-on-1 with Dr. J? Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Joshua Dobbs (11) and defensive end Derek Barnett (9) help lead the band after the team's 38-24 win over Nebraska in … 2017: Rd 1, Pk 14 (PHI) Status. Site Last Updated: Friday, July 17, 7:50AM Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction?
1 in the 2017 NFL Draft. Here we have a proven producer, and the primary knock is he’s a tenth of a second or two slower in the 40-yard dash than you would like. Active. Tennessee’s Derek Barnett is a gifted football player who is developing into a strong pass rusher. If you look closely at his desk when Kevin “moves in” during the Halpert honeymoon, you can see a football with what looks like the AFL logo on its side. Then again, the Eagles ought to be looking for somebody who finishes off quarterbacks with a little more frequency. The Nashville native is expected to be a first-round pick, but projections vary on how high or low.Derek Barnett leaves thank you to Vols, fansAlthough the 6-foot-3, 259-pound Barnett doesn’t have the pure athleticism or explosive workout marks of some other defensive ends in this class, his technique and work ethic have been praised. Clap your hands, indeed, Halpert.Such lofty comparisons to one of the greatest players in NFL history are unfair of course, although besting White’s mark was no small feat. Jim, already knowing about the gift, laughs with his wife about her mistake of buying courtside seats to an away game in Phoenix. Jim’s then-girlfriend complains about his priorities, saying, “You would rather sit on your couch and watch a Phillies game than go out to a movie with your awesome girlfriend.”Well, he really asks “How?” but you get the point. Kevin Malone recaps his worst breakup, saying, “We were reading the paper and I said, ‘Oh my God, I think the Eagles could clinch the NFC East.’ And she said that we’re done.” Later in that episode, Jim has a meeting with Sixers legend, Julius Erving. Ryan Howard (yes, THE Ryan Howard) has a meeting at Athlead with Jim and Darryl. Then again, even Vanden Bosch ran a 4.76.One of the best aspects of the show, is its location — its proximity to the city we know and love. The other Ryan Howard even sent him a special video message during his retirement ceremony at Citizens Bank Park in one of the greatest crossovers we have ever seen. In other words, Barnett’s résumé should be above reproach.In an effort to become friends with one of the new guys, Pete, Jim asks if he’s a fan of the Phillies. Are you a Stathead, too? In fact, at a time when so many athletes are drafted early for their potential to rush the passer, Barnett has demonstrated consistency getting to the quarterback that few college prospects ever have.Jim gets a call from a colleague over at Athlead and asks if they’ve heard back from Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels yet. Schwartz’s scheme is predicated on attacking, which is why Barnett’s speed seems like a big deal.