MATT KALIL RUMORS & GOSSIP
Kalil was Vikings' guy all along with initial pick
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. Once Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman was finished dealing at the top of Thursday's first round of the NFL draft, he made a phone call to USC left tackle Matt Kalil and ended the long-awaited decision to pick Kalil over cornerback Morris Claiborne and receiver Justin Blackmon.
Kalil's phone rang with a Minnesota number and he knew he would...
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April 27, 2012
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USC's Matt Kalil taken 4th in NFL Draft
USC offensive tackle Matt Kalil was selected as the fourth pick in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft today (April 26) by the Minnesota Vikings.
Kalil, a 2011 All-American first teamer who won the Pac-12's Morris Trophy, declared for the NFL Draft following his junior season.
He becomes USC's 76th first round NFL draft pick, the most of any school. The Trojans now...
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April 26, 2012
2012 NFL Draft: Vikings Select Matt Kalil
The Vikings trade down a pick and get their man in OT Matt Kalil out of USC.
At nearly 6″7 and 306 pounds, Kalil helped the Trojans average 456.8 yards of total offense. The Trojans’ offensive line only allowed eight sacks, none of which was allowed by Kalil. For his effort, Kalil was named to several All-American teams, while also becoming the 12th Trojan offensive...
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April 26, 2012
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April 26, 2012
Meet Matt Kalil's Girlfriend
Big boy got game!!
To celebrate Matt Kalil being selected 4th pick overall in the NFL draft, we present to you Mary-Kate Fitzpatrick in some HOT MUGSHOTS!!!
Height:
5' 8"
Weight:
120 lbs
Bust:
34"
Waist:
26"
Hips:
34"
Cup:
C
Dress:
3
Shoe:
9.0
Hair color:
Brown
Hair length:
Very Long
Eye color:
Green
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April 26, 2012
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April 26, 2012
If not Kalil, what are the other options?
Including USC's Matt Kalil and Iowa's Riley Reiff, the depth at the top of the offensive tackle class has been bolstered by five early entries. If the Vikings don’t take Kalil, what are their other options? You might be surprised Dave-Te' Thomas analysis.
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April 24, 2012
Elder – Matt Kalil scouting report
Matt Kalil/OT/USC: Completely stonewalls guys who try and get around the corner on him, really impressive in those situations. Quickly recovers in the rare instances when guys get a step on him around the outside. Don’t recall seeing him get whipped around the outside even once. Usually stood his man up, and if not, [...]
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April 20, 2012
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April 20, 2012
2012 NFL Draft – Top Offensive Lineman
Offensive Tackle
1. Matt Kalil, USC (6-6, 306): With great size and strength, Kalil certainly looks like an NFL tackle. There’s nothing about his game that disproves the eye test. Kalil has a great combination of size and athleticism, displaying very good feet and balance. Will excel against speed rushers, although he does give up ground at times against a bull rush. Plays with...
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April 15, 2012
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April 15, 2012
From the Podium: Matt Kalil
INDIANAPOLIS -- USC offensive tackle Matt Kalil talks about his impressive college career, learning from his older brother, Ryan, and his prep for the NFL. Look inside for the video from the NFL Combine.
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February 27, 2012
USC's Kalil, Woods voted AP All-Americans
USC offensive tackle Matt Kalil and receiver Robert Woods were voted to the Associated Press All-American football team.
Kalil, who is weighing whether to turn pro or return to USC for a final college season, has been named to several All-American teams and was announced as the winner of the Pac-12 Conference Morris Trophy as the league's outstanding offensive lineman.
Woods...
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December 14, 2011
Matt Kalil scouting report
Matt Kalil OT USC
Ht: 6’7″
Wt: 295
Strengths:
Prototypical height. Good overall strength; has a sturdy base to go with a strong upper body. Decent athleticism; looks good pulling to the edge and blocking downfield. Great fundamentals. Quick feet in pass protection; gets into position quickly and holds his ground. Powerful, tough run blocker. NFL bloodlines;...
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November 05, 2011
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November 05, 2011
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