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By Mike

February 19, 2008 8:21 PM | Link to this

If i’m a team looking for a running back late in the draft, my pick would have to go to Choice. I like both guys a lot, but Choice has the size more suitable for the NFL, as well as more speed in the open field. If my offensive line can open a hole, Choice has more potential to break off the big run than Thomas Brown.

By fildawg

February 19, 2008 8:28 PM | Link to this

No question - Brown Clearly the stronger and more durable back. Thomas Brown is far more explosive and has proven himself against stronger defenses.

By RFP

February 19, 2008 8:39 PM | Link to this

I would take Brown. He hasn’t shown his full potential (like most UGA backs that made it in the NFL). He was in a backfield full of NFL prospects in Danny Ware (NY Giants), Kregg Lumpkin and, this year, Knowshon Moreno.

Brown has all the qualities you would look for in a running back and I think he can make an impact. Not to take anything away from Choice who also has a shot, but Brown is an overall better prospect.

By Big dawg

February 19, 2008 8:42 PM | Link to this

Clearly tearing an ACL makes you less durable than someone with a hamstring injury, that can easily be fixed.

By crazydawg

February 19, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

I hope Brown gets drafted later than Choice because Brown will have a more solid career and it’ll show the draft experts are retarded. Choice does the size but that doesn’t come close to strength and most importantly heart. And also Brown is in someways the splitting image of Warrick Dunn, except that he’s 20 pounds more. Thomas is the man, Tashard sucks, enough said.

By I DONT LIKE YANKEES!!!!

February 19, 2008 8:59 PM | Link to this

To whoever made this blog, Just to let you know Tashard Choice is 6-1 NOT 5-11. That is a huge difference. I am a huge dawg fan but I think I am going to have to go with T.Choice on this one. I had rather see Brown do better but I have to say that Choice is the better back. Good luck to Brown and GO DAWGS!!!

By old 'n gold

February 19, 2008 8:59 PM | Link to this

Choice consistently produced yards game to game….NOT TO MENTION HIS STELLAR GAMES AGAINST GEORGIA….against a defense which many of the people on this poll would claim to be stellar…I think its obvious, choice by a landslide

By I DONT LIKE YANKEES!!!!

February 19, 2008 9:06 PM | Link to this

crazydawg, I’m a dawg fan like you but how could you even come close to thinking that Choice doesn’t have any heart. He has more heart than anyone in college football. Come on man, your making us look bad and ignorant.

By GTAE2010

February 19, 2008 9:15 PM | Link to this

Brown seems to have more breakaway speed, but Choice has better vision. Neither is going to break the big one very often, but both will get 4-10 yards consistently. I’d have to go with Choice, though. I think he will gain those yards more consistently than Brown. And to the guy who said Brown has more heart than Choice…huh?

By AJC Dude

February 19, 2008 9:22 PM | Link to this

To I Don’t Like Yankees … You’re right … Choice is listed at 6-1 in the media guide, but 5-11 in several draft projections. Be interesting to see what he measures at the combine.

Thanks for the head’s up.

By the way, does Choice remind anyone else of Darius Walker?

By BD

February 19, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

Funny how all the UGA fans like Brown over Tashard. Hell one of the morons even went as far as saying Choice doesn’t have the heart. Are you kidding me!!! Tashard was the heart and sole of GT this past year. Tashard played only 2 weeks after tearing up his knee and having surgery to repair it. If thats not heart…than please tell me what is.

Thomas Brown has been plagued with injuries his entire career. How can you guys justify him being durable enough to play in the NFL. Thomas has never proved that he can shoulder the load and be a reliable RB in the league. I mean the guy coming out of High School was one top rated RB’s in the nation and he has never lived up to the hype. He is at best a Free Agent Signee. Tashard on the other hand is a mid to late 3rd rounder. Mel Kiper has him as one of the 10 RB’s coming into the draft, and has been compared to Emmit Smith because of his patience when hitting holes. He may not have the speed like some of the guys in this years draft, but Barry Sanders wasn’t fast and he was pretty successful.

By white n gold

February 19, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

having been closely tied to choice for 2 years and having watched a lot of film on brown it is clear that both backs are going to have great careers but the edge goes to choice. although brown has better speed, choice has much better vision and cutting ability which far outweighs brown’s through traffic. which was evident a few months ago

By Joe

February 19, 2008 9:54 PM | Link to this

Penn State fan weighing in here, so I have no dog in the fight (no pun intended). I think both have the talent to make a team in the NFL, but I would have to go with Choice, only b/c of vision and timing.

Choice is not as fast as Brown, but he was VERY good at following blocks and waiting, when appropriate, for linemen to clear. That kind of situational patience is a rare thing, and will be worth gold in the NFL.

By doug

February 19, 2008 9:56 PM | Link to this

I am a Georgia fan. Really. But I have to go with Choice. He will clearly be considered by scouts as the most instinctive back in the draft. He make great cuts in the open field and feels the movement of the defense better than Brown. Brown has so much power on that little frame that he will not have a healthy career. Choice reminds me of Emmitt Smith. Not fast and not overly powerful but hits his top speed quickly and puts a lot of pressure on linebackers to react. Choice will actually become one of the better backs in the NFL.

By Joe

February 19, 2008 10:19 PM | Link to this

For those of you that say Choice doesnt have heart, go to youtube and search “Tashard Choice Pregame Speech”, and then say he doesnt have heart,

By Tobacky

February 19, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

I think Choice will be a steal for some team in the middle rounds with the logjam of more flashy backs in the draft. Choice is not flashy, but he gets the job done. He has great vision and knows when to hit the hole and to follow blockers unlike many backs who are just thinking run as fast as I can from the handoff. I don’t think Choice will be a starter right away but a good backup who could shine if the starter is injured.

By RxDawg

February 19, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this

Take a look at some film. Then take a look on passing plays where Thomas Brown made a block. Then come back and tell me what you think. TB goes before Choice, mark it down.

By TC

February 19, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this

Crazydawg’s name is quite ironic as it sums him up perfectly.

By crazydawg is an idiot

February 19, 2008 11:12 PM | Link to this

“splitting image”- crazydawg

did you learn that in English class at UGA? if it’s the class i took at UGA, you probably got an A for registering.

By Ted

February 19, 2008 11:17 PM | Link to this

Is this really a question?? Wow! Let’s see, Choice is big, strong, patient, follows his blocks, can catch the ball out of the backfield, and is a great pass blocker. Oh yeah, his heart & desire are off the charts. Brown is short, small, injury plagued, and never got consistent playing time. I think I will take Choice. He’s the one that will be drafted on the 1st day!!!

By Dorsey Hill

February 19, 2008 11:28 PM | Link to this

The only time I’ve taken the time to watch the nerds was vs. UGA and Choice hasn’t made an impression. Of course, I could say the same about Calvin Johnson although I’ve been told he’s pretty good. I guess if I watched the GT v. Duke tilt with the national implications of deciding the worst division 1 football program in the country I could make an assessment of the nerd ‘talent’, but I’ve got better things to do. Given Tech’s meager game attendance, I’m not the only one.

So I’m going with Brown as I’ve actually seen him have big games and his work ethic and charecter are unmatched.

By techer head

February 19, 2008 11:49 PM | Link to this

yet another uninformed post by a leg humper.

By Lee U

February 20, 2008 1:32 AM | Link to this

Uninformed indeed. What does fan attendance have to do with Choice’s talent? Has anyone heard Mel Kiper or any Draft analyst for that matter even remotely mention Thomas Brown? I sure haven’t. Brown may do ok but the guy has been far from healthy and couldn’t beat out anyone to hold down his job. Anyone who says Choice doesn’t have heart has no clue what that aspect of the game even is. MOST UGA fans are homers so they are going with their guy which is understandable but anyone with an unbiased approach is going with Choice on this one. Bank on it, TC is the better NFL back and gets drafted first.

By Noone

February 20, 2008 2:34 AM | Link to this

Flip a coin. They are both excellent backs. Heads Coice tails Brown. You won’t go wrong with either.

By Nick

February 20, 2008 3:10 AM | Link to this

You can go wrong with Brown.

By Johnny Danger Dawg

February 20, 2008 3:26 AM | Link to this

I’ve seen Thomas Brown protect his QBs from many-a-blitz. Any Techies have some info on Choice’s blocking abilities? I know your man is a great ball-carrier.

By Dawg4Life

February 20, 2008 7:05 AM | Link to this

Old ‘n gold- Choice had stellar games against UGA? I seem to remember that T.Brown had 5 more yards on 8 less carries against your beloved insects.Does this still sting? T.Brown is the choice here. He is stronger, catches passes better out of the backfield, and has kick return ability too. Not to mention he is more battle tested coming out of the strongest, most physical conference in football. Much can be said of the fact that he was the starter among the stable of running backs that UGA has. Choice ran out of Oklahoma because he couldn’t handle the competition of Adrian Peterson. Sure, Choice racked up more yards. He also played in an offensive that has had QB’s that couldn’t hit the broad side of a barn, much less pass Speech Class.

By outside opinion

February 20, 2008 8:10 AM | Link to this

And…who…can.. handle the competition of Adrian Peterson? We’re talking the one who was rookie of the year right? Most yards in an NFL game too? What a put-down to say someone couldn’t outperform that stud.

By brandon

February 20, 2008 8:20 AM | Link to this

Brown Baby!

By Gamblin&Ramblin

February 20, 2008 8:29 AM | Link to this

Comming from someone that played middle school ball with Choice, and against him in high school, I can honestly say that he is one of the most vocal leaders I have seen or been around. He is a slash runner capable of finding and getting through holes, not to mention his versatility catching balls out of the backfield. Brown was great at times, when healthy, but I belive Choice will have a greater impact on any team that takes him.

By Jacket Fan

February 20, 2008 8:58 AM | Link to this

I’ve got a great idea. Why don’t we just postpone this conversation until a year from now? Neither player has a single carry in the NFL.

By Willie

February 20, 2008 9:13 AM | Link to this

1) Brown wouldn’t have seen the field if he was behind Peterson. 2) Choice ran for 130+ yds in ‘06 against the “mighty” UGA D in Athens. 3) Considering GT didn’t have a QB that could throw makes his numbers that much more impressive, b/c everyone knew Choice was going to get the ball.

If UGA fans understood football,this decision would be EASY!

By takedowndawg

February 20, 2008 9:26 AM | Link to this

One thing that I do admire are Tech fans that are not in disguise with their on-line names. Has it been so long for you to be victorious that you must hide in the shadows? I do believe that Choice will prove to be a very good back in the pros if he remains healthy. I also believe that the same statement will prove to be true for Thomas Brown. They are both backs that play with alot of heart and are to be appreciated.

By B. P.

February 20, 2008 9:28 AM | Link to this

I’ll take T.Brown, who is strong as a bull, can be used as a back w/unlimited potential, not to mention a number of slots he’s proven to play effectively on special teams. Most importantly, he played in the SEC, and Choice played in the p^$$y littered ACC.

By shane #1

February 20, 2008 9:52 AM | Link to this

i think either of these backs could be successful if drafted by the right team.brown is so versatile he would be a good pick in the fourth or fifth round.he is a good blocker,reciever out of the backfield,and kickoff return man.i don’t see him as an every down back,but a real asset on third down.brown’s famous work ethic and strength will take him far.brown would be a steal for any of the better teams that pick late.i see choice as a career back up rb,an asset to any team.choice would be a good pick for the falcons,he and norwood at rb would allow the falcons to trade the aging dunn.the falcons need a back up rb,they will not get a shot at mcfadden,jones is an option,but i think the birds want a qb in the first round.that,imo,is a mistake,they are badly in need of linemen and lbs.i don’t see either of these guys as a star back,but i have been wrong before.

By ab

February 20, 2008 9:58 AM | Link to this

Most useless blog I have ever wasted my time reading!

By BIG STEPHENS

February 20, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this

They ARE BOTH good backs. One thing for sure both schools can put tailbacks in the NFL. I hope they both do well. But i would take Choice, it was to be a starter in the NFL. But as a backup i would take Brown because he is explosive. He doesnt have to get have a lot of carries to get in a flow of a game. And he is a good switch up back. Meaning if you are looking for in explosion when you take out your starter then he can do it. But for long drive choice is the man.

By INDIXIE

February 20, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this

I think that Kregg Lumpkin will end up better than either one. Mark my words.

By reserviorDAWG

February 20, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this

Either of these backs will do well in the NFL, but as someone posted earlier why not wait a year or three and then we can decide.

By jferg NC dawg

February 20, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this

I’ve read a good bit on here about both RB’s individual stats. AJC-Can you post not only their height and weight, but also the 40 time, Bench press and squat max, 225 lbs bench press max number of times pressed, etc. How do they stack up vs each other in these areas?

By richtfan

February 20, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this

choice has proven more at tech, but he was also a feature back. this is just the way tech’s stellar offense worked. brown was one of many very good backs at uga. brown was injured some, but he was not going to get 1500 yards in georgia’s offense anyway. moreno might come close to that this year, but he might not as well.

choice has excellent vision, but brown is much stronger and more physical. choice is going to be a good one, but he does not create something out of nothing. tech has had good offensive lines in choice’s time. brown and the other uga backs have had to make something where many days there wasn’t much blocking. brown has more speed, choice better vision. choice is a slasher. brown is more of a pounder. i’ve seen brown block, and he’s a talent there. i don’t know about choice.

switch backs and offensive lines, and I think you’d see similar numbers.

By ga dog

February 20, 2008 10:36 AM | Link to this

you guys sound like the idiots that said techs wide reciever that was picked the 2nd overall pick last year, was gonna be a star, hes a flop, doesnt mattter he was hurt, he played in the acc, nfl corners can shut him down, choice will be the same, always take a sec back b/4 a acc

By justin

February 20, 2008 10:45 AM | Link to this

I’m a dawg fan, but do you really think Choice will be around by the 4th or 5th round. If he is, somebody in the NFL isn’t doing their job.

By wes

February 20, 2008 10:48 AM | Link to this

Choice has been more productive…even with a crappy coach like Chan Gailey.

Brown has been injury-prone and productively inconsistent.

The only edge I see for Brown is that he does have some experience with KO returns…but that’s not why you draft a RB.

Tashard Choice reminds me ALOT of Fred Taylor (Jaguars). He’ll have a more solid career than Brown.

By Dumbass Dawgs

February 20, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this

He left Oklahoma because of his mom’s health conditions, not Adrian Peterson. Damn Dawg idiot.

By reserviorDAWG

February 20, 2008 11:04 AM | Link to this

Choice doesn’t remind me of Fred Taylor. Fred knew what it was like to beat UGA. 7 in a row. Go Dawgs!!!!!!!!!!

By wes

February 20, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

Wow, I never knew Fred Taylor had 7 years of eligibility at Florida.

That’s gotta be some kind of record.

By reserviorDAWG

February 20, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this

That’s seven straight against Tech, but knowing those boys at UF it wouldn’t surprise me.

By shane #1

February 20, 2008 11:38 AM | Link to this

wes,it’s true you don’t use a first round draft choice for returning kicks,unles it’s neon dion.it is also true that the more skills a rookie has the better his chances of making a team.i see brown going in the fourth or fifth round,in that posistion his ability to return kicks will be a definate asset.look at it this way,having a back up rb returning kicks saves a salary,so a team can use that money for another player.under today’s salary cap rules the more things one player can do and do well the better.

By BUGAO

February 20, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this

WES, I BELIEVE RESERVIORDAWG IS REFERRING TO THE FACT THAT CHOICE NEVER BEAT THE DAWGS DURING THEIR CURRENT 7 GAME LOSING STREAK TO THE DAWGS. FRED PROBABLY NEVER LOST!!!

By Brown'sTheChoice

February 20, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this

I would take pound for pound the strongest guy of the two. Brown is more durable than Choice and in better shape. If you guys saw the college football all-star this past weekend, Choice was huffing and puffing after going through the obstacle course.

By Brown'sTheChoice

February 20, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this

I would take pound for pound the strongest guy of the two. Brown is more durable than Choice and in better shape. If you guys saw the college football all-star this past weekend, Choice was huffing and puffing after going through the obstacle course.

By duder

February 20, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this

neither of these guys will do anything in the NFL, this is a stupid topic to even discuss. we may as well be discussing who will be a better nfl QB- reggie ball or joe tereshinski

By DawgByte

February 20, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this

This is a stupid question, which will only illicit partisan responses.

In reality put both names in a hat and draw one. You’ll get a quality RB in either player.

By Cottom

February 20, 2008 12:16 PM | Link to this

If given a chance and can finally shake of the injury bug, I personally think Kregg Lumpkin will have a solid career in the NFL. He has all the intagibles needed. Of course the IF on the injuries is big. T Brown and Choice are both tremendous players. Choice had less competition at Tech, thus the more yards, etc. I can’t speak much of Choice’s character, etc but he’s supposed to be a great kid. That said, you won’t find a better ‘character’ kid in the draft than T Brown.

By scott

February 20, 2008 12:22 PM | Link to this

KREGG LUMPKIN

By Tom

February 20, 2008 12:54 PM | Link to this

I think it depends on the team that comes up and the offense they run. If you throw screens to your running back, I’d take Brown. If you want a harder up the middle running game, I think I would go with Choice. Choice may have a better career in the NFL due to longevity. I think Brown’s career will be short due to injuries. If Choice could even luck into a good team with a solid offensive line just as Terrell Davis did with the Denver Broncos.

By Mike

February 20, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

Wish them both well, but I’d give Brown the nod due to strength & explosiveness. And the fact he’s played better against tougher opponents. Choice seemed to disappear at times in big games.

Kregg Lumpkin will also surprise many…..

By Lee U

February 20, 2008 1:27 PM | Link to this

I find it funny that even when people knew Choice was getting the ball, they still couldn’t seem to stop him. The only way was to hurt him (which in all actuality only happened twice and he bounced right back). Speaking of making something out of nothing… Choice made his living on this aspect. That’s why vision is so important. Choice could knock defenders out and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen him bowl someone over. Read any draft analyst. They all say he RARELY goes down on first contact. That’s pretty good “making something out of nothing” right there… BUT… his vision is what really makes something out of nothing. This kid should have been tackled numerous times because of the defender’s angle but he wasn;t because he slowed down, looked around, and waited for his blocker to get in place, then shot off to wait for the next blocker. He may not be a homerun threat but he is going to get your offense up the field. That’s why they called him a workhorse.

By shane #1

February 20, 2008 1:27 PM | Link to this

tom,you said a mouthful there,the right team.a team like new england or the colts could use a back like brown.he would be great coming out of a single back set in the spread o on one of these passing teams.he does a good job of”selling”the screen,plus he would help with the blocking.choice would be a good pick for the falcons if they could get him in the fourth round.they need linemen for both sides of the ball and linebackers.dunn could be cut or traded,freeing up his salary and giving atl a little salary cap room.choice would be good insurance,and could be effective coming in off the bench.

By College Fan

February 20, 2008 1:44 PM | Link to this

Brown: 4-0 vs Georgia Tech

Choice: 0-3 vs Georgia

By reserviorDAWG

February 20, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this

PJ Daniels: 0-4 vs. Georgis

By Bryan G

February 20, 2008 3:24 PM | Link to this

You won’t find a bigger UGA fan than me. That being said…

…Choice is the pick. He’s bigger and has shown more. Brown missed half of 2006 and 2007. He was ineffective when he did play in 2006. It wasn’t until Moreno started playing in 2007 well that Brown began to show life again.

You have to go with Choice. He got more yards behind a lesser o-line than Brown did. Brown may turn out to be a great, great back, but he’s not the safe pick.

By Roy Kramer

February 20, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this

UGA all time probations 7

GT all time probations 1

Damn, UGA even cheats better than Tech.

SEC = Surely Everyone’s Cheating

By Hmmmm

February 20, 2008 4:20 PM | Link to this

Depends on who takes them, what type system they play in and how they are used.

By Chase

February 20, 2008 5:27 PM | Link to this

Everybody knows that Choice really left OU because he couldn’t or didn’t want to compete with A.Peterson, T. Brown had to compete year in and year at GA just for playing time and by the way came back from a serious knee injury to start the season at running back. Clearly T. Brown has more heart.

By js

February 20, 2008 6:05 PM | Link to this

Choice!!!!

By P Dawg

February 20, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this

Gotta go with Brown just because of UGA’s rep for turning out soooo many good ones. If he stays healthy, he might be another Terrell Davis. Who knows? Good luck to both!

By Lee U

February 20, 2008 6:30 PM | Link to this

Chase… Do you know Tashard? Nope.. You are a UGA homer and you want to make light of the FACT that Tashard’s mom is very sick and that he wanted to be close to her. AND… are you trying to convince us that Thomas Brown WOULD have beat out Peterson or even tried? Choice definitely tried but there was no way he was going to take the place of an ALL WORLD athlete. It doesn’t happen. Whether his mom was sick or not, it ws pointless to stay at OU and risk never getting a chance to put your abilities on display. If your “heart” is hindering your chance at a good future you are a fool to continue to fight. Sometimes ” you gotta know when to hold em and know when to fold em.” Brown NEVER NEVER EVER had to contend with someone even close to AP’s status. Not even Moreno.

By Tokyo jacket

February 20, 2008 7:13 PM | Link to this

To all the UGA fans who said Choice, I appreciate your class in breaking party ties.

I think Brown is definitely a better homerun back. But, there are a lot of homerun backs that come out of the Lower Southwester Arkansas Tech type schools. Injuries hurt Brown as well. A strong 5-9 180 lb running back with 4.4 speed isn’t that uncommon. It’s the intangbles that really make the difference.

Now, to say Choice doesn’t play competition is moronic. I know everyone likes to dog the ACC, deservedly so right now. But, in 2006 Choice ran for 1500 yards including three 100-yard games against four of the nation’s top 20 defenses (VT, Miami, Clemson, and Georgia). Also, you can’t look past his teams success when he runs for 100 yards, that’s the proven statistic that leads to success at the next level.

Brown wins in speed and MAYBE upside. But, Choice wins in health, vision, drive, and leadership. Edge Choice.

By Tokyo jacket

February 20, 2008 7:23 PM | Link to this

The only player anywhere near AP’s status in the lat 10 years is Ricky Williams. He’s the only one who had the same level of talent his whole career.

Now, that said, Choice, who is definitely no AP, was actually slightly ahead of AP in coaches’ eyes before getting a severe ankle sprain that led to him being redshirted his freshmen year. That fact alone separates him from a lot of backs out there.

By ga dog

February 20, 2008 7:26 PM | Link to this

a sec back is by far gonna do more in the nfl than a acc back, ask calvin johnson, he sucks

By loco-dawg

February 20, 2008 7:57 PM | Link to this

can brown stay healthy probable not but i would still pick brown over choice because i love my dawgs

By MisterT

February 20, 2008 8:00 PM | Link to this

I have to agree with ab…30 minutes I will never get back.

uga fans do not have a reasonable thought in their heads…well many of them. This is not even a toss up. The moron that said Choice didn’t have heart is an absolute kool aid drinking dawg fan. No doubt that uga’s program has proven to be better, but this blog comparing these two backs is absolutely ridiculous. You uga fans just show your lack of reason.

By GTAE2010

February 20, 2008 8:07 PM | Link to this

Choice is the choice in this one. Brown is more of a homerun hitter, but getting 5-10 yards consistently is more important than breaking the occasional 40-yarder.

Plus, look at the kind of passing game that each back had to compliment them, when fully healthy. There is no comparison.

By Techerator

February 20, 2008 8:15 PM | Link to this

What’s with all the Calvin trash talking? Did you people not even notice that he caught 48 passes for 750 yards and 4 scores (adding 4 carries for 50 yards and a score) while playing as the number 2 option for a quarterback who fell apart over the second half of the season? Not to mention the fact that he had a back injury to contend with starting in week three, or the fact that rookie wideouts very, very rarely make big splashes. Please learn anything about what you’re talking about, people.

By MisterT

February 20, 2008 10:22 PM | Link to this

Well, at least locodawg is honest…stupid, but honest. The rest of you blind loyal pups just hump each other.

By Jason

February 20, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

I’m a dawg fan and I would say that Choice has a better shot at being an every down back in the NFL. That being said I think Brown has a chance to be more valuable to his team. I don’t know about you guys but every time I watched the Patriots play this year and saw the value Kevin Faulk had for that team I thought….Thomas Brown.

If Brown can stay healthy he will play coverage teams as well as return kicks and be a hell of a third down back.

By crazydawg

February 20, 2008 11:29 PM | Link to this

I’ll take back a little of what I said bout Choice not having heart but put this into perspective, the guy threw his coach under the bus for not protecting him when he got fired. I know you can’t compare Richt and Gailey, but when you do that to your coach that says an awful lot about your character, and Thomas wouldn’t be caught dead doing that if CMR was in that position.

By Aj

February 21, 2008 8:10 AM | Link to this

It is hard to tell, they both have alot of upside. I mean Tom Brady was a sixth round pick,who ever thought that he would turn out to be what he is today. I think that both guys will get there shots. It just depends on the team that they go to and how they are going to be used.

By fish88

February 21, 2008 8:47 AM | Link to this

How many underappreciated tech backs are in the league ? 0 ? Georgia has a track record of successful nfl backs reguardless of collegiate production. Go Dawgs ! Lumpkin may be better than both of them anyway !!!!

By KCL

February 21, 2008 9:04 AM | Link to this

Don’t ever bet againt a Dawg that has been hurt in college making big in the NFL. As often as not UGA backs do better in the big league than they do in/around Athens.

By Bellamy

February 21, 2008 11:27 AM | Link to this

Being a homer I obviously would take Brown. Both have averaged about 5yds a carry for their career(TB facing much stronger defenses and sharing the backfield. But TB is also an explosive reciever out of the backfield(about 10yd/reception) not to mention KR and PR average(22yd). TB and Knowshon both had remarkable years the difference being that Knowshon had many more carries. I think TB can be another Warrick Dunn in the NFL. Choice, not so much.

By JOSEPH WILLIAMS

February 23, 2008 3:39 AM | Link to this

I know Tashard Personally. But Georgia tech is not a consistent team, but tashard alone is a consistent player. He had over 13 games where he rushed over 100 yards. Brown on the other hand havent had half the many yards. I would pick lumpkin over brown anyday! Tashard has one of the biggest hearts for the game. Tashard is more versiltile and he runs way way harder. Not to mention his advantage of better vision. Tashard is actually 6’feet even. His size is more of a nfl size. Hands down Tashard would be a better pick.

By BIGDOG Bull

February 24, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this

This would be a tough choice for a team to make. Brown never got the opportunity to be the main man like Choice did. Brown is probably a lot stronger. I think that Choice has better overall skills. Both have had injuries. It could come down to type of running back that a team is looking for.

By Serious

March 5, 2008 11:39 AM | Link to this

If you look at the heading who’s name is first? CHOICE! Theres is no comparison, when it comes to tashard and thomas brown. Choice is more powerful and explosive than Brown. Choice will run Brown over any day. Overrall Chouce did better at the Combine and I know he will do great a pro day. Choice will be a great 2nd round pick, hands down. He has so much talent that many have yet to recognize. Choice will go down in history. Choice has a heart bigger than the atlantic ocean, please go see his pregame speech, it has over 20,000 views and he also won a sports award for the best speech of 2007! Choice all the way!