Michael Griffin

Last Updated: March 21st, 2007
Managed By: Adam Bendiksen

School	Texas
Height	5 ' 11.6 "
Weight	202 lbs.
Speed	4.45 ( Combine )

Graduation Year	2007
Birth Date	1/4/1985
Jersey #	27
Current Position	S
Projected Position	S
CDS Projected 2007 NFL Draft Round	1
Member Projected 2007 NFL Draft Round	1

Important Links

Texas's Profile for Michael Griffin

Stats

Season Year	GP	GS	Solo	Asst	TT	TFL	Sacks	FF	FR	INTs	PD	QBH
'03-'04	12	2	51	14	65	5	2	3	---	---	2	1
'04-'05	12	1	37	12	49	2	1	1	1	1	2	2
'05-'06	12	12	67	57	124	4	---	1	3	3	8	5
'06-'07	13	13	79	47	126	4	1	4	2	4	10	3

Overview

Michael Griffin, one of the top safety prospects in the 2007 class, is originally from Bowie HS (Austin, TX). At Bowie, he played at a high level on both sides of the ball, garnering All-Central Texas honors at both running back and defensive back. He was also a gifted sprinter, posting personal bests of 10.64 (100m) and 22.10 (200m).

After choosing Texas over offers from Oklahoma and Texas A&M, he made his mark early. Griffin led the team in special teams tackles, and he was also a valuable reserve at safety for both his freshman and sophomore years. As a junior, he earned a starting spot, and his production started to catch up to his athletic ability. He has lead the team in tackles the last two season, tied the school record for blocked punts, and earned first team All-Big 12 honors.

Strengths

Griffin is a prototypical NFL cover safety. He has excellent ball skills for the position. He has good leaping ability and good recovery speed, allowing him to make plays on the ball in deep coverage. He is one of the best players I've seen when it comes to angles. He always takes the correct path to the ball carrier, allowing him to play faster than his timed speed. He is a solid, willing tackler. He has above-average agility and acceleration for a free safety, giving him the ability to cover slot receivers in man-to-man.

He is a excellent special teams player, showing the same determination and effort that he does playing defense. He is adept in the kicking game. He has fantastic timing and instincts, which have translated into numerous blocked punts during his career.

Weaknesses

He isn't a powerful tackler. He may not matchup well against stronger tight ends and running backs. He only has average size and straight-line speed.

Projection

Griffin will be selected in the first half of the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft.

Member Ratings

User: rdoyle
Date/Time: 03/14/2007 - 7:25PM CDT
Predicted Round: Round 2

Griffin has been an exciting player for one of the top college teams in the country. He's a special teams ace as well, which helps his chances of success in the NFL. I think he has the ability to be a good safety in the league, but I wonder if he will ever be a disciplined receiver that sticks to his assignments.

User: showtime390
Date/Time: 02/23/2007 - 10:59PM CST
Predicted Round: Round 1

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User: Warriorz319
Date/Time: 01/13/2007 - 10:05PM CST
Predicted Round: Round 1

The Most talented Safety and has the most Upside of the big 3 Safety's. Griffin can do anything u ask of him he is a Big Hitter, Is great in Coverage, will play the run, is very good at Blocking Kicks. and will run in the high 4.3's low 4.4's.

User: martino_cappachino
Date/Time: 12/8/2006 - 8:01PM CST
Predicted Round: Round 1

Will probably go only a bit lower than last year fellow teammate Michael Huff.

User: ramsdraft1029
Date/Time: 12/5/2006 - 4:29PM CST
Predicted Round: Round 1

seems more proven the laron but would be a good fit at the SS spot for the rams .

User: kkundra
Date/Time: 12/4/2006 - 3:43PM CST
Predicted Round: Round 1

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