Chris Cook

2 March 2010

“cornerback” who did the most to help is draft stock is my former teammate at Virginia Chris Cook.  “Cookie” has definitely caught the attention of every scout and I’d honestly be shocked if he didn’t get picked in the 1st round.  This guy is versatile, athletic, and physical at the point of attack (I know, the dude almost knocked my whole cranium off in his first practice at UVA).  He also put up the second fastest time for any DB at the combine, and it is a fact that NFL squads covet speed in the secondary.  This was a big day for Cook, and in turn a big day for Virginia. 

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11 February 2010

the risk of being a homer I must once again turn my attention to an Al Groh product by the name of Chris Cook.  Cook also played well in the Senior Bowl and offers so much to any pro team that picks him up.  He can play corner, safety, or contribute in the return game and the Cowboys could use all three.  The fact that they don’t have an immediate need allows them to pick up a guy like Cook and let him develop in the system before he takes over as a starter.  And if someone goes down, you have a player that is smart and versatile who can fill in at any position.  But they may want to look at him in the 2nd round because he may not last much longer than that.  Someone will recognize his value and I’m hoping it Jerry and the ‘Boys.   

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