Like the Bengals first-round pick, you can’t be upset with the team drafting a major need.
USA Today Sports Weekly describes Sims as a, “classic boom-or-bust prospect who played like one of the best tackles in the country at times last year - but struggled early in his career and left the team in 2005 after a death in his family. He has a big frame and can play like an elite defender with explosiveness, burst and strength. Played most of last season with a cast on his hand to protect broken bones. Still lacks experience and maturity and sometimes wears down. If a team gets the most out of him, he could be a great find.”
The publication had the Auburn DT Pat Sims projected to be selected somewhere in the second-to-third rounds.
Last season, Sims had 37 tackles, 11.5 for loss, 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery.
Overall, Sims is pretty raw and has only started one year at Auburn. However, he showed that he is a playmaker and during games he appeared to be extremely quick for his size.
Again I like this pick, but I would like Cincinnati to select another DT with one of team’s remaining seven picks.
Pat Sims Highlights