Yardbarker: Jake Long

Excellent Enormity for His Colossalness

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:41:16 -0500

Not much to this post. Pretty simple. Jake Long was a bad-ass at Michigan, and now he's a bad-ass in the pros. If you need further proof, tune in this Sunday to see Jake make his Pro Bowl debut. Found this little gem from The Onion, posted April 2008, that I thought I would share.

The Commish Becomes 'Captain Obvious'

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:16:20 -0500

Several news outlets, including ESPN.com, quoted NFL commissioner Roger Goodell calling rookie salaries "ridiculous." Case in point being Jake Long's $30 million guaranteed before the kids sips water on the sideline. Ridiculous you say? No guff, Chet. Draft day darlings have been getting increasingly inflated contracts since before Goodell rode into the commissioners office preaching a tougher stance on league-wide shenanigans. At this point stating the obvious does bring attent...

Jake Long Talks Football Cards

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:12:39 -0500

Sometimes it's hard to find one good video on the internet let alone two. Today however seems to be that odd day when you just can't pass it up. The first video is of new Miami Dolphins LT Jake Long at his rookie photo shoot for the Topps trading card company. Seems like it was [...]

Jake Long puts GM on Mac Blast

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 10:21:59 -0500

Jake Long's dad spent 30 years working for General Motors, but the first thing Jake is going to buy with his new contract is a Ford truck. That's cold. With $30 million in the bank, he should at least buy a GMC and let it sit in the driveway. Just to appease the old man. When I suggested that to Jake last night, he said that he would think about it, but that in the meantime he's definitely buying an F-250. Why not an F-650? That's how the ballers roll, and the big boy from Lapeer, Michigan definitely strikes me as a baller. - Dewey

Who Should Rams Go With?

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:09:59 -0500

Now that Michigan offensive tackle Jake Long has been signed, sealed and delivered to the Miami Dolphins as the first overall pick in the draft, the lights shift to St. Louis, who own the second overall pick.

Final 2008 NFL Mock Draft updated 4/23 1030 AM EST

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:57:44 -0500

This final Mock Draft from Bengals Bloggers at www.stripehype.com accounts for the signing of #1 pick Jake Long, rumors, trades, free agent signings and other info!

Final NFL Mock Draft

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 07:37:48 -0500

These picks reflect what team will draft what player, regardless of draft position due to trades. 1. Miami Dolphins - Jake Long - OT - Michigan 2. St. Louis Rams- Chris Long - DE - Virginia

One down and two to go before Al Davis makes his choice

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:40:10 -0500

One of the many possible scenarios for the Raiders' fourth overall selection in this weekends draft is officially off of the board. Jake Long, the Michigan offensive tackle, signed with the Dolphins today for a reported 5 year $57.75 million contract with $30 million guaranteed. That comes to one year less and $3.25 million less than last year's number one pick, JaMarcus Russell. It's surprising to not read how this is the largest rookie contract ever after last year, since Long's contract will exceed Russell's by $.17 million per year over the life of the contract.

Ozzie Newsome's Mock Draft Already 0-1

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:20:25 -0500

"I think one of the best parts of the draft is the intrigue that goes with it with what other teams are going to do," Newsome said. "Right now, probably half of you think Jake Long is going to be the No. 1 pick. I'd probably smile and say that's not going to happen. And, [Miami is] negotiating with the kid right now, for whatever reason."

Skipping your pick strategy

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:59:09 -0500

The Counselor is IN: There is some discussion that the Tuna might not select anyone with the Dolphins' number one pick. Miami could hold onto the card and let the Rams go on the clock. Then they can jump in front of any team after that to make their selection. This could save them a bundle of cash and they could still get a top pick. This strategy is not only possible but very much in line with the rules. This has been verified by the NFL front offices. The question remains if Bill Parcels would really want to use this. It comes across as very bush league. If the Dolphins do this, I could see other teams using it also during this draft. The Kansas City Chiefs would love to trade down if OT Jake Long is not there. They might use this strategy to pick later and still get a good OL without having to pay number 5 money for them. Other teams might also consider it. If Parcels and the Dolphins use this strategy, I can see the rules committee changing it completely next year. If it does happen, there might be a discussion on a rookie contract salary cap, like in the NBA. A rookie really should not make as much as a top 5 veteran player at their position but often this is the case with these early pick contracts. These top pick contracts can destroy a team if that player does not work out It could get very interesting on Draft Day. The Counselor is OUT.

Tirico Suave updated NFL Mock Draft v2.0

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:55:14 -0500

Since my last mock, the bulk of the free agency period has come and gone, thus changing the specific needs listed last time. The combine is also in our rear view mirror as the only workouts left for draft eligible players is their Pro Days. So without any further interruption here is my newly updated mock draft. 1. Miami Dolphins - Jake Long. LT. Michigan. Needs: (LB, DB, WR, DT, QB). Previous Mock - Same. I still believe the Fins will try to deal this pick. However I just don't s...

Darren McFadden runs a 4.27 forty

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 14:58:21 -0500

If OT Jake Long didn't impress you yesterday, maybe RB Darren McFadden will. McFadden just ran a 4.27 forty-yard dash. This right now is his unofficial time, but it looks like McFadden didn't hurt himself by running at the combine. Matter of fact, he might have made himself the top pick with someone looking to trade up to get him. (Somewhere, Jerry Jones is drooling.)