Obviously, in Thompson's view, physical fitness and talent are the key to the offensive front line. Among the current popular candidates, his preferences are also revealed:

Andre Smith, Jason Smith, Eugene Monroe.

Especially Jason, who performed well in training camp and attracted the attention of all coaches and team managers, Thompson was no exception.

But everyone knows that the physical test data of the training camp can only be used as a reference. The key to distinguishing professional leagues from universities. Even if they rely more on the physical offensive front line, digestion and understanding of the tactical manual is also the key to measuring a player's cap ability.

Thompson also understood this truth. It just so happened that Lu Yiqi met Jason Smith face to face, so he could use Lu Yiqi's opinions.

"Well. He can play an important role in passing defense, and his counterpart performance is good, but his ability to disassemble is mediocre, lacks tactical awareness, and relies too much on his body." Lu Yiqi also gave a summary in a few words. "Of course, his physical test data is very good, and his physical fitness has been recognized, but I think he is easily injured in the strong confrontation at the professional league level."

"Do you think Jason Smith may be a glass man?" Thompson was a little surprised. This was something that could not be seen in the physical test of the training camp.

Lu Yiqi nodded and gave his opinion without reservation. "I have studied his game video in depth. His game habits and counterattack methods are not very correct, and he is very easy to get injured. Moreover, he is overly dependent on his body and ignores tactical awareness. At Baylor University, few opponents can keep up with his rhythm. He can indeed gain the upper hand, but after entering the league, his on-the-spot judgment speed cannot keep up, which may put him in trouble."

This is not nonsense.

Lu Yiqi has truly studied Jason's game video. Baylor University's overall strength is not strong and its opponent's strength is also weak, which does highlight Jason's personal ability and physical fitness? He also developed Jason's bad game habits? But such a "fire move" in the league may become a stumbling block that hinders Jason's performance.

Moreover, Jason's career trajectory in his last life also proved this? He only stayed in the league for four years, and made his debut as a main player in three years. But he has not been able to complete the entire season in three years. He sat on the bench as a substitute in the fourth season? Then he was forced to retire after the rookie contract ended.

"Ah." Thompson sighed briefly.

Although I didn't say much? It can still be seen that Thompson's attitude towards Jason and Eugene was not as strong as Andre. Now Lu Yiqi's words easily shake Thompson's thoughts? So, troubles arise.

Thompson rubbed his head in annoyance, "Damn it! We traded the second pick in order to be able to choose an offensive forward, so what should we do now?"

I originally thought this year was a big year for offensive front line? Choose a top player to lay the foundation for the team's offensive front line in the next ten years. This is a risky deal? But in a blink of an eye, there is no choice in the blink of an eye? It seems prosperous but is actually lonely, and the challenges of the draft are once again highlighted.

"We"? Pay attention to Thompson's subject? Although he had never asked Lu Yiqi for his opinion from beginning to end? He directly decided to make the draft pick deal, but at this time Thompson still pulled Lu Yiqi into the water. If the fans were against it, Thompson might have pulled Lu Yiqi in without saying a word.

But Lu Yiqi is more willing to look at it from a positive perspective, which also means that Thompson has subconsciously accepted his opinions and has made in-depth analysis and discussion. After the draft plan was disrupted, he is now back on track. So, this is a good thing.

Thompson hesitated for a moment, without waiting for Lu Yiqi's opinion, and said, "Otherwise, we should choose Andre Smith?"

Deep down, Thompson still had a nostalgia for being unable to let go. "Although the training attitude is very problematic, physical talent can still be used immediately. Andre's physical fitness should be the best rookie in the past five years, or even ten years? Such a seedling is really rare."

Lu Yiqi knew it was impossible to convince Thompson in just a few words. After all, Thompson made a plan and then traded the second pick up position after thinking about it. Now he was suddenly overturned and he also needed some time to reverse his thinking. At this time, Lu Yiqi needed to be tough, "Do you think his training attitude and game attitude can be corrected?"

Thompson was pushed by Lu Yiqi's tone of sudden acceleration, and his expression suddenly became stiff, "Why are you so sure that he will not change? Maybe after entering the league, he will reform himself! You must know that his talent is a rare wealth, we need his ability, and he can become the cornerstone of our offensive front line!"

One sentence after another, Thompson's voice rose, and his mouth was splashing and he emphasized his thoughts, but then he realized that his emotions were too intense. Lu Yiqi had no intention of arguing with him, which made him a little embarrassed, but he did not intend to bow to Lu Yiqi. His words came to his mouth, and hesitated for a moment, and continued to say it.

"If you don't choose Andre, can you find a more suitable choice in the second pick?"

In the past, when faced with Thompson's words, Lu Yiqi would continue his usual strategy, continue to guide, and then plant seeds in Thompson's subconscious; but today, Lu Yiqi's strategy is slightly different, and he is looking for a balance between actively catering and tough response.

Because Lu Yiqi needs to let Thompson hear his voice and pay attention to his opinions, he is the team's head coach, and his professional knowledge needs to be respected. Of course, this is a gradual process and it is impossible to become fat in one bite, so how to master the standards is still very important.

So, what about this time?

"Clay Matthews III." Lu Yiqi gave the answer directly without going around.

Linebacker?

The first reaction in Thompson's mind was, "No..."

Pause and think about it carefully - in fact, this year is the first year of the offensive front line, and then there are many excellent choices in the defensive front line and linebacker. These court positions are also in the same situation as the offensive front line, which is a bit risky but understandable.

For reference, 2011 was hailed as the most successful and glorious draft in the league since the millennium. Twenty-two Pro Bowl-level players were born in the first round pick alone, among which the No. 1 pick was quarterback Caon and the No. 2 pick was linebacker Von-Miller.

Although the quarterback position has a certain advantage, before the draft, professionals generally believed that Newton and Miller both had the qualifications to become the No. 1 pick, and it can be seen from the side that the potential of top linebackers is a recognized "treasure" in the industry.
Chapter completed!