Last updated: January 19, 2010
1. St. Louis Rams – DT – Ndamukong Suh – Nebraska
The Rams have come out this year with a boatload of problems. Lack of skill in the quarterback position is the biggest issue at this point in St. Louis. However, in order to effectively rebuild a franchise, there has to be an anchor player. Ndamukong Suh is seen as the best DT prospect since Warren Sapp. Suh will be the rock for the St. Louis defense and will give them a solid foundation for the future.
2. Detroit Lions – DE – Derrick Morgan – Georgia Tech
The Lions have some needs but with more upside on offense, they have to work on the defensive side of the ball. Derrick Morgan is a complete defensive end and will provide great pass rushing for the aging Lions secondary.
3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – S – Eric Berry – Tennessee
The Buccaneers have a decent secondary but they lack big time skill back there. Eric Berry is said to be one of the best safeties entering the draft in years. He is a physical and instinctive safety who will provide a jolt of energy for the Bucs defense.
4. Washington Redskins – QB – Jimmy Clausen – Notre Dame
The Redskins are a team with a lot of talent but just do not have someone to put it together. I agree with Clinton Portis’ concerns with Jason Campbell’s leadership ability. Clausen is a proven leader. He was always under pressure in the pocket at Notre Dame but successfully made the big plays. Clausen is tough and fights through adversity. He will be just what the Skins need.
5. Kansas City Chiefs – OT – Russell Okung – Oklahoma State
Russell Okung is the number 1 OT prospect in this year’s draft class. The Chiefs happen to have a good quarterback but no protection! Okung will do a wonderful job of anchoring down the offensive line to give Matt Cassel the time he needs to do what he does best.
6. Seattle Seahawks – RB – C.J. Spiller – Clemson
I like Pete Carroll’s mentality when running a team. He likes fast paced football with solid execution. Matt Hasselbeck can still be effective and Carroll said he is fine as the current starter. The one thing that the Seahawks lack is a solid run game. C.J. Spiller is the best running back in this years’ class and will be a GREAT player in the NFL.
7. Cleveland Browns – DT – Gerald McCoy – USC
I like the direction that the Cleveland Browns are headed in. If they can pay Josh Cribbs, all will be well in Cleveland. Now that they have found their identity on offense, the Browns need to secure a solid defense rock. I trust that Mike Holmgren will try to implement a 4-3 defense. If that is done, Gerald McCoy will be phenomenal at this spot. He will provide the run stopping ability that the Browns lack.
8. Oakland Raiders – OT – Anthony Davis – Rutgers
I am not a believer of drafting a quarterback with your first pick in the draft unless the offensive line is sound. The Raiders basically put their quarterbacks in a shark tank. Anthony Davis is a solid offensive tackle who will do a lot to heal the Black Hole in the Raiders’ o-line.
9. Buffalo Bills – QB – Sam Bradford – Oklahoma
When the name Sam Bradford is spoken around the NFL, question marks pop up over peoples’ heads. Ever since his injury and surgery to his throwing shoulder, Bradford’s stock took a ride on a rollercoaster. However, Bradford said he feels good and when he is good, he’s good. Bradford is as accurate as they come and will do a great job with Buffalo, a team that is on the brink of a playoff berth.
10. Jacksonville Jaguars – CB – Joe Haden – Florida
The Jaguars have numerous problems in the secondary as far as age goes. Joe Haden is the best cornerback in the draft and will inject youth into the Jags defense.
11. Denver Broncos (from Chicago) – WR – Dez Bryant – Oklahoma State
The Broncos need to secure a solid wide receiver since Brandon Marshall’s future with the team is uncertain. Bryant is as talented as they come and will give Kyle Orton help in the passing attack.
12. Miami Dolphins – DT – Brian Price – UCLA
The Dolphins have a very promising team but need an extra push. Brian Price is a fierce run blocker as well as a nightmare-ish pass rusher. He will do a great job in Miami, which is a team on the rise.
13. San Francisco 49ers – DE – Jason Pierre-Paul – South Florida
Pierre-Paul has moved up on many draft boards lately. His solid performance this past season has proven that he has the talent to be a successful NFL player. The 49ers do not have a prolific pass rush so Pierre-Paul will definitely be an upgrade here.
14. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver) – OT – Bryan Bulaga – Iowa
Walter Jones is getting up there in age so the Seahawks need to secure a reliable offensive tackle for the future. Bryan Bulaga is a very talented offensive tackle and will provide the security and continuity that Seattle needs to be successful.
15. New York Giants – LB – Rolando McClain – Alabama
If McClain is still available at 15, I would be very surprised. However, I think that McClain fits perfectly with the G-Men. Antonio Pierce was injured this past season and his future in New York looks bleak. McClain is explosive and he is just what the Giants want on their team.
16. San Francisco 49ers (from Carolina) – S – Taylor Mays – USC
Taylor Mays is one of those guys that would make me drop the ball if I were crossing into his zone looking to make a catch. This man is a Mack truck and will decapitate the receiver. Hmm…this sounds a lot like what the 49ers’ head coach once was, doesn’t it? Mike Singletary LOVES physical playmakers and Taylor Mays is just that. Mays also has great speed and can help out the corners.
17. Tennessee Titans – DT – Dan Williams – Tennessee
The Titans need some help on the defensive line after losing Albert Haynesworth. Dan Williams is a consistent player with a powerful lower body and can stop runners in their tracks. The Titans could pick a linebacker at this spot but Kindle and McClain are gone so Williams is the next best option.
18. Pittsburgh Steelers – CB – Donovan Warren – Michigan
The Steelers need a lot of help on defense. Since Troy Polamalu sat out for injury, the team looked horrible. What that usual means is that the Steelers need another difference maker on defense. Warren is a solid cornerback who can provide support for the unguided defense.
19. Atlanta Falcons – LB – Sergio Kindle – Texas
The Falcons need continuity in the linebacking corps and Kindle is a beast of a linebacker and really showed that this season. Kindle may not drop this far but if he does, the Falcons have to scoop him up.
20. Houston Texans – DE – Carlos Dunlap – Florida
The Texans are one of those teams that you just have to love. A few years back they were the laughing stock of the league. I used to tell my friends that I would use the Texans in Madden and still beat them. Since passing up on Reggie Bush and drafting Mario Williams, everything went uphill from there. I can imagine a Texans team with Mario Williams and Carlos Dunlap at both ends. Save for a few off-field issues, Dunlap has good agility and is very athletic for his position.
21. Cincinnati Bengals – TE – Jermaine Gresham – Oklahoma
The Bengals do not have a solid foundation at the tight end position. Gresham is the best tight end prospect in the draft and will provide another target for Carson Palmer to use. Since the tragic loss of Chris Henry, the Bengals now have just one serious target on offense which is Chad Ochocinco.
22. New England Patriots – RB – Jahvid Best – California
I’ve always loved Best but he dropped off a lot of radars after getting injured. He is healed up now and will be a great addition to the pass-happy Patriots team. The Pats need a solid running threat to take some pressure off of Tom Brady. Best will do just that.
23. Green Bay Packers – OT – Trent Williams – Oklahoma
The Packers seemed to lack some protection during their playoff game against the Cardinals. Trent Williams is a talented tackle that will solidify the Packs offensive line.
24. Philadelphia Eagles – DT – Terrence Cody – Alabama
The Eagles’ defense looked shotty during the 2009 season. With Stewart Bradley coming back from injury next season, the linebacking corps in Philly will hopefully be solid. Terrence Cody is a beast of a defensive tackle and will do a great job stuffing the run for Philly.
25. New York Jets – S – Reshad Jones – Georgia
Reshad Jones truly lit up the board in the last couple of games and opened many eyes. The Jets have had some issues back in the safety position so Jones will be a great addition to the team.
26. Baltimore Ravens – WR – Golden Tate – Notre Dame
The Ravens need some security in the wide receiver position since Derrick Mason could retire soon. Golden Tate is an excellent WR and will be a force in the NFL. Combine that with Joe Flacco’s arm and you have yourself a deep threat.
27. Arizona Cardinals – DE – Everson Griffen – USC
The Cards have a talented secondary but the problem is that they are always being worked hard. Calais Campbell has done a good job up front and is a tough player. I think that by adding Griffen, the Cardinals will only strengthen their defense.
28. Dallas Cowboys – CB – Javier Arenas – Alabama
For the first time, I do not see the Cowboys with any flaws. I do think that with the addition of Arenas, the defense will be indestructible and they will have a very good kick return threat.
29. San Diego Chargers – LB – Brandon Spikes – Florida
The Chargers defensive is a bit sketchy and they need to get some playmakers there. Shawne Merriman still has some left and I think he is just having an off year. Brandon Spikes will give the Chargers the emotional push that they need to be great. Although his speed is an issue, Spikes can work on that and be a big playmaker.
30. Minnesota Vikings – CB – Patrick Robinson – Florida State
The Vikings have some issues on the defensive side of the ball. With age being one of them, Patrick Robinson is a no-brainer at this position. Robinson is a very talented cornerback and will serve the Vikes very well for years to come.
31. New Orleans Saints – DT – Jared Odrick – Penn State
Odrick is not a hammer up the middle but he penetrates the backfield very well. The Saints have some injuries on the D-line and need a solid pass rusher. Pass rushing is Odricks forte.
32. Indianapolis Colts – LB – Sean Weatherspoon – Missouri
Sean Weatherspoon has a good size and speed. The Colts do not have much speed in their linebackers so I like Weatherspoon at this spot.
ROUND 2
33. St. Louis Rams – WR – Arrelious Benn – Illinois
I like the front office in St. Louis and I believe that they are doing all the right things to bring back their franchise. For the Rams, a solid foundation must be built before bringing in a quarterback. With Ndamukong Suh, the Rams take care of a portion of their defensive problems. With this pick, I like the Rams taking Benn because they are looking to give their future quarterback some good targets. Benn should start with Brandon Gibson and make a good pair to build on for the future.
34. Detroit Lions – OG – Mike Iupati – Idaho
One of the most important things about strengthening an offense is having an established running game. The Detroit Lions have a good running back in Kevin Smith but they have subpar blocking. Mike Iupati will do a good job in giving an added push for Smith.
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – WR – Brandon LaFell – LSU
The Bucs need a solid receiving threat and Brandon LaFell is a quick receiver who runs great routes. He will undoubtedly give the Buccaneers the solidity they need at the wide receiver position.
36. Washington Redskins – OT – Charles Brown – USC
The Redskins are on the rebound and they are going to be a dangerous team. While picking Jimmy Clausen first was a good move, they need to strengthen the o-line. Charles Brown is a good all-around tackle who is able to provide the protection Clausen needs.
37. Kansas City Chiefs – RB – Jonathan Dwyer – Georgia Tech
The Chiefs, I believe, will satisfy their biggest issue by drafting Russell Okung. Matt Cassel is a very good quarterback and learned from one of the greatest in Tom Brady. Jamaal Charles is doing a decent job at tailback but the Chiefs really need a one-two punch and Jonathan Dwyer can provide that.
38. Seattle Seahawks – WR – Dezmon Briscoe – Kansas
The Seahawks need some help at the wide receiver position. The future of Burleson and Branch are uncertain which leaves T.J. Housmandzadeh as the only solid wideout. Briscoe is a big and fast wide receiver who can cause havoc to NFL secondaries.
39. Cleveland Browns – QB – Colt McCoy – Texas
I think the injury during the BCS Championship really hurt McCoy’s chances for a first round bid. However, I think teams will look past it and the Browns will scoop him up here at 39. McCoy is in no way a bad selection.
40. Oakland Raiders – QB – Tim Tebow – Florida
You all know the history of the Raiders and you all know how the organization works. The element of surprise is often taken advantage of. Tim Tebow makes sense here because he is a wild-card pick and he has what it takes to play in Oakland. The Raiders are a tough team to play on and it is not for the faint-of-heart. Tebow is rugged and has leadership abilities like none other.
41. Buffalo Bills – OG – Vladimir Ducasse – Massachusetts
I like the Bills a lot and believe that they have good talent but just cannot put it together. The quarterback position is the Achilles heel of this team. Since I already have them drafting Bradford in the first round, the Bills should look to put him in a position to make plays by drafting Vladimir Ducasse. Ducasse will provide the protection Bradford needs to feed the ball to Buffalo’s wide outs.
42. New England Patriots (from Jacksonville) – S – Nate Allen – South Florida
The Patriots defense could be blamed for their loss in the playoffs this season and one of the bigger upgrades they need is at the safety position.
43. Miami Dolphins – WR – Jordan Shipley – Texas
Jordan Shipley is a wide receiver that can be compared to Wes Welker and Austin Collie. He is a tough guy who lays his body on the line to make the catch. I think that is a quality that Bill Parcells’ organization can respect.
44. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (From Chicago) – OT – Selvish Capers – West Virginia
The Buccaneers have some young offensive linemen who are doing a pretty good job there. By adding Selvish Capers, the Bucs are only improving.
45. Denver Broncos – DE – Jerry Hughes – TCU
Jerry Hughes is a highly talented player and can be used as a defensive end or outside linebacker. Hughes has some size concerns but that can be addressed with more intense workouts. The Broncos need to secure a solid DE
46. New York Giants – S – Earl Thomas – Texas
The Giants have BIG problems in the secondary. Injuries are plaguing the team and the lack of depth has put the G-men in a bind. Earl Thomas is a skilled player and can play pretty much anywhere on the defense.
47. Carolina Panthers – TE – Rob Gronkowski – Arizona
Gronkowski was undecided in entering the draft but finally decided to come out the day before the deadline. He is an extremely talented tight end and is rated the #2 TE prospect on the board. The Panthers need a solid TE threat to compliment Steve Smith and Muhsin Muhammad.
48. New England Patriots (from Tennessee) – CB – Trevard Lindley – Kentucky
Lindley has had some injury problems but if teams can look past those, I think he is a solid pick at 49. The Patriots need all the help they can get on defense.
49. San Francisco 49ers – CB – Syd’Quan Thompson – California
The Niners have an aging secondary and the edition of the talented Syd’Quan Thompson would be a breath of fresh air for the Bay Area fans.
50. Kansas City Chiefs (from Atlanta) – LB – Sean Lee – Penn State
Sean Lee has all you could want in a linebacker. He is big, physical, and fiery. Lee never stops moving and is a ball hawk. He is something that KC needs very much.
51. Houston Texans – RB – Dexter McCluster – Ole Miss
McCluster has risen on many draft boards towards the end of the college season. Although McCluster played a little bit of wide receiver, I think he is best suited at the running back position. McCluster is a player with a Darren Sproles-type frame. The Texans can use him as a complement to Slaton.
52. Pittsburgh Steelers – DT – Arthur Jones – Syracuse
Although Jones have some size issues, I think the Steelers can look past that and jump at the chance to draft him.
53. Cincinnati Bengals – WR – Demaryius Thomas – Georgia Tech
Demaryius Thomas will serve as a solid number 2 receiver for the Bengals and will take a lot of attention off Chad Ocho Cinco.
54. New England Patriots – WR – Damian Williams – USC
The Patriots seem to be running thin on receiving targets for Tom Brady to throw to. Damian Williams is a big, quick receiver who will work well with Brady.
55. Green Bay Packers – RB – Toby Gerhart – Stanford
Gerhart is a strong runner but lacks a lot of speed coming out of the backfield. However, he can be used as a great complement to Ryan Grant.
56. Philadelphia Eagles – S – Kam Chancellor – Virginia Tech
Kam Chancellor dropped on the draft boards later on in the college season but I feel as though with the way the Eagles’ safety play has been, they cannot afford to pass him up.
57. New York Jets – DE – Ricky Sapp – Clemson
Sapp is just another solid DE in a class chock full of talented DE’s. Sapp needs to have a good combine in order to be taken seriously as an NFL player.
58. Baltimore Ravens – DE – Greg Hardy – Ole Miss
Greg Hardy has some consistency problems but I think that if you pair him with a team like the Ravens, I think he will be okay. Ray Lewis will do a great job of inspiring Hardy to get going and get to the quarterback.
59. Arizona Cardinals – OG – Jon Asamoah – Illinois
The Cardinals could use some blocking help on the inside and Jon Asamoah is as talented as they come.
60. Dallas Cowboys – S – Myron Rolle – Florida State
Myron Rolle fell on many draft boards because of his commitment to Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar. He has since returned and is planning on entering the draft. When Rolle was playing he was said to be one of the best in college football.
61. San Diego Chargers – RB – Joe McKnight – USC
I like this pick for two reasons. McKnight is 6 feet tall and he is a good running back. The future of LT and Sproles is unclear in SD.
62. Minnesota Vikings – LB – Bruce Carter – North Carolina
Bruce Carter is an extremely instinctive player and the Vikings have to grab him when they can because injuries have thrown the Vikes’ linebacking corps out of whack.
63. New Orleans Saints – S – Darrell Stuckey – Kansas
Stuckey is great at getting into the backfield as well as covering receivers. This makes him a complete safety and a great pick, especially at 63.
64. Indianapolis Colts – LB – Daryl Washington – TCU
Washington is smooth in his sideline-to-sideline transitions and he has good speed and run stopping ability.
ROUND 3
65. St. Louis Rams – OT – Tony Washington – Abilene Christian
Many of the best offensive lineman in the league come from small colleges and universities. I personally think that Tony Washington is a big sleeper for this draft. Washington is mean and strong and rarely gets beaten by speedy defensive linemen.
66. Detroit Lions – OT – Kyle Calloway – Iowa
The Bucs lack depth at their wide receiver position. Eric Decker will do a good job of filling in the voids and will give Josh Freeman a solid target to throw to.
67. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – LB – Darryl Sharpton – Miami (FL)
Every year there is always an offensive tackle who plays extremely well and perhaps makes his way to a Pro Bowl. Many of those OTs come from smaller schools. Tony Washington may be one of those players. Coming from a small school, Washington possesses NFL talent and will work well in Detroit to strengthen the o-line.
68. Washington Redskins – forfeited pick
69. Kansas City Chiefs – DE – Corey Wootton – Northwestern
Wootton was seen as a top defensive end coming into the draft. However, his knee injury that he suffered has severely lowered him on many draft boards. The Chiefs struggle to get pressure on the quarterback so with the proper training, Wootton can get his knee back into tip-top shape and he can make a difference.
70. Philadelphia Eagles (from Seattle) – G – Sergio Render – Virginia Tech
The Eagles have a mess on the offensive line. You can see how things collapsed with the loss of one player (Jamaal Jackson). Render is a very good player and has definitely fallen off many boards.
71. Cleveland Browns – TE – Anthony McCoy – USC
The Browns are struggling a bit as a team but I believe they have the talent and front office to make a turnaround. The one position that the team is not exceptionally strong in is tight end. Anthony McCoy is a decent pickup, especially in the third round.
72. Oakland Raiders – DT – Marvin Austin – North Carolina
Marvin Austin is probably going to go higher than 72 but for right now this is the next best player on the board for the Raiders.
73. Buffalo Bills – OT – Jason Fox – Miami
Jason Fox will give the Bills the depth that they need at the offensive line position in order to be successful.
74. Jacksonville Jaguars – WR – Danario Alexander – Missouri
The Jags have a pretty decent team right now. With a few adjustments, I can see them being awesome. The addition of Danario Alexander will only help them in that he is a deep threat and a big receiver.
75. Chicago Bears – CB – Brandon Ghee – Wake Forest
The Bears still have some solid linebackers but they lack skill in the secondary. Game in and game out, the Bears secondary has been destroyed. Brandon Ghee will bring some sanity to this struggling team.
76. San Francisco 49ers – WR – Mike Williams – Syracuse
Mike Williams comes with a lot of extra baggage but if the 49ers can look past that, they will have themselves a solid #2 wide out to line up opposite Michael Crabtree.
77. Miami Dolphins – LB – Pat Angerer – Iowa
Pat Angerer would be a good fit for the Dolphins defense. He is physical and relentless.
78. Denver Broncos – DE/OLB – O’Brien Schofield – Wisconsin
Schofield is able to be a defensive end/outside linebacker in a 3-4 defensive scheme. This is perfect for the Broncos.
79. New York Giants – CB – Myron Lewis – Vanderbilt
The Giants need some help in the secondary. Myron Lewis is an interesting pick and could use more development. However, with the proper coaching and training, he could be very good. With that being said, Lewis isn’t totally unfortunate. He is able to provide immediate help.
80. Carolina Panthers – DE – Willie Young – North Carolina State
Willie Young is very talented DE and will inject some youth into the Panthers’ d-line.
81. Tennessee Titans – CB – Jerome Murphy – South Florida
Jerome Murphy is an excellent player and will work well in the Titans’ aging secondary.
82. Pittsburgh Steelers – RB – DeMarco Murray – Oklahoma
With Rashard Mendenhall not looking so good, DeMarco Murray will be a great project for the Steelers to work on.
83. Atlanta Falcons – S – Justin Woodall – Alabama
Woodall is a low-key player who turns it up on the football field.
84. Houston Texans – DE – Brandon Lang – Troy
Brandon Lang is one of those guys who may go a little later than 84th but for right now he seems like the next best option for the Texans.
85. Cincinnati Bengals – S – Barry Church – Toledo
Barry Church is another one of my under-the-radar players who can make a nice addition to the Bengal’s defense.
86. New England Patriots – DT – Tyson Alualu – California
The Patriots need another DT on the line just in case Vince Wilfork hits the road. Alualu is a solid player.
87. Green Bay Packers – S – Kyle Wilson – Boise State
The Packers get hit up deep a little too much and Kyle Wilson is a very good safety. With some training and coaching, look out.
88. Philadelphia Eagles – S – Morgan Burnett – Georgia Tech
The Eagles can use as many safeties as they can.
89. New York Jets – OG – Mike Johnson – Alabama
Mike Johnson is a huge guard and will work wonders for the Jets to really establish the run game.
90. Baltimore Ravens – S – Major Wright – Florida
With Ed Reed possibly retiring, the Ravens need a safety to fill the void. Although Wright is no where near the magnitude of Ed Reed, he can be a good working project.
91. Arizona Cardinals – QB – Dan LeFevour – Central Michigan
Warner’s future is uncertain and the Cards will need a quarterback. LeFevour is consistent and good.
92. Dallas Cowboys – WR – Jeremy Williams – Tulane
With the addition of Williams, the Cowboys will have a Saints-type passing offense with a Cowboys run. Those two equal an amazing team.
93. San Diego Chargers – OT – John Jerry – Ole Miss
I already have the Chargers drafting a linebacker and a RB in Joe McKnight. John Jerry is a solid offensive tackle who can provide some good protection for LT and Sproles in San Diego.
94. Minnesota Vikings – DT – D’Anthony Smith – Louisiana Tech
D’Anthony Smith is a solid football player and may be going a bit higher than projected but I think that with the uncertain future of the Pat and Kevin Williams, the Vikings have to draft a young defensive tackle.
95. New Orleans Saints – CB – Akwasi Owusu-Ansah
The Saints are solid on the offense side of the ball and are putting up enormous amounts of points on the scoreboard. However, they could use some help with cornerback depth. Owusu-Ansah is a very good player who has gotten a lot of attention from NFL teams in the latter part of the college season.
96. Indianapolis Colts – S – Larry Asante – Nebraska
The Colts already have a solid team all around but health concerns are constantly present with Bob Sanders. Larry Asante is an under-the-radar player who can be a very solid safety in the NFL.
55 Comments
Posting a ridiculous mock draft like this is a waste of everyone’s time.
Tebow in the Top 6?
Trent Williams in the Top 10?
Eric Berry not in the Top 10?
Rolando McClain not in the 1st Round?
Why bother?
CJ Spiller at 21? He will not make it out of the top 15.
I think “ridiculous” is too strong a word. Year in and year out there are players who are projected to be drafted in the first round but are, in fact, taken late in the first or drafted in the second round.
You say “Trent Williams in the Top 10?” like it is impossible. Seeing as I have Russell Okung going at number 5, Trent Williams is the next best possibility at OT for the Raiders. So think about that one first.
I can see your concern for Eric Berry. However, I still believe he will go to the Tennessee Titans. I just do not see a team ahead of them who is in that desperate need of a safety. Besides, perhaps, the Lions.
As for Rolando McClain, I will look to spot him higher in my revision. Nevertheless, I still see the Philadelphia Eagles drafting him. Lee is a great kid and a hard worker and the Eagles need that ethic around them.
Mock drafting is a refining process and it is still very early. Stay tuned for updated versions and thanks for reading!
First of all, you have Locker ahead of Clausen. Clausen is the best QB in this draft class. Second of all, you have Trevard Lindley drafted twice in the 2nd round. Last but not least, you have 3rd selection Alterraun Verner from Alabama. He is from UCLA.
Hmm. OT position is missing out on the #1 pick from four years ago. Who was that J’Marcus Webb! I think he is at West Texas 6″8 and 325 lbs! Big huge dude! Where is he?
So the Cowboys are going to burn a 2nd round pick, to own the rights to Myron Rolle, who will be doing a Rhodes Scholar across the pond?
You know something I don’t ? Haha.
I appreciate you responding to my post calling this mock “ridiculous.” It is very respectable that you respond to criticism in that way.
However, my feelings don’t change even with the explanations.
Trent Williams is not a top notch OT. Watch an OU game closely and you’ll agree.
What is the basis for Berry going to the Titans? Is it the proximity to his college?
If the Eagles are going to get McClain, they better do it in Round 1.
Anway, what about a little friendly wager: if Trent Williams goes in the top 10 and Sam Bradford doesn’t get selected in the first two rounds, I will volunteer 25 hours of time to help this site in any way you see fit. If those things don’t happen, you volunteer 5 hours to charity.
What about Navarro Bowman?
Austin – my source tells me that Rolle is at Oxford right now and will be entering the draft. If drafted, he will be available for the start of the season.
MS – I had a typo in my comment. I still see the Eagles drafting Lee*…sorry about that. Also, have no fear as I will be revising this shortly! About the charity, how about you ask Darren if he’d like you to do some charity and I will do 5 hours whether I win or lose. Bowman is a solid linebacker but something the Eagles do not need right now as an outside LB.
MS – Also, about Eric Berry. Proximity to his college is in no way factored in. Berry will fit in perfectly with the Titans secondary. They are weak in the SS spot and Berry will be perfect.
Thanks for the props for Levi Brown. Anyone who drafts him is going to get an awesome surprise. His numbers are spectacular and I think we’ll all be hearing his name a lot more once the combine starts.
Locker going 2nd overall!!???? LOFL – every indication is he heading back for his senior yr.
Tebow – the 6th overall pick??? LMAO – Despite his success college, he does not run a pro style offense – his arm is marginal at best. Nobody is going to build their entire franchise around Tebow.
Sam Young at 36pk – Have you watched Notre Dame play this year!!?? He is constantly getting beat and cannot run block at all.
Where is Bradford?
Trojan – You’re welcome and I agree. Levi will be a great NFL player.
Bobby – Yes, I see Locker going 2nd overall….if he leaves school. Every indication may point to him staying in school but as of right now he has not made up his mind so he will stay at the number 2 spot. You’re really not giving Tebow enough credit. He has intangibles like none other. Just because he doesn’t run a pro style in Florida it doesn’t mean he can’t adapt the Redskins offense to his own style; especially since the NFL is becoming increasingly non-orthodox with the way plays are called (i.e. wildcat, options).
What the hell is going on with mockers these days, i’ve been saving mocks on my laptop for future views by people who will laugh at it and this is just one of them.
Colt Mccoy as first overall to the browns, really? How is that a better situation for them then having Quinn as the QB? have you actually watched browns games this season, the team is horrible and you pick Colt?!?
Jon Asamoah to 49ers and Berry is still on the board? 3 guards taken in 1st and another small back for houston???? child please!!!
RDZ – Everyone is entitled to their opinion and I appreciate yours.
The reason why I have Colt McCoy going to the Browns at number 1 is because you are talking about a guy who has mediocre weapons at Texas and still manages to win. He has a tendency to make something out of nothing and improvise. That is exactly what the Browns need since they have nothing. I have watched several Browns games this season and I see quarterbacks (Anderson and Quinn) who are in the pocket and look lost. They have no idea where to put the ball and usually take a sack or throw an INT.
As far as the whole Asamoah and Berry situation…stay tuned for the next update to the mock. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.
Toby Gerhart not even in your top 64? Why bother….
John – I’m guessing that WalterFootball.com, NFLDraftBlitz.com, DraftHeadquarters.com, MyNFLDraft.com, and FFToolbox.com should just hang it up and take their mocks down because they don’t have Gerhart in the top 64.
The reason that I do not have Gerhart in the top 64 is because an NFL will most likely not draft Gerhart as an every down RB. He will be more of a powerback for goal line rushes, a fullback, or TE. Gerhart is 235 pounds and runs around a 4.5-4.6 forty. The ever-growing trend in the NFL is to get running backs who are around 205-220 and who run a 4.3-4.4. With that said, as of right now there is about one team who is in need of a serious power back.
Thanks for responding.
I don’t understand why an NFL team would not draft him to be an every down back in the NFL…other than that he doesn’t look like a “typical” nfl running back.
Anthony Dixon is bigger and may very well have a slower 40 time than Gerhart, but you have no problem listing him as a first round pick. I think it is time people admit that just as Black athletes were discriminated against playing QB, that white players are frequently shifting away from playing running back. There is no reason why this guy should play fullback on the NFL level, does he even have any notable full-time blocking ability? Why should he be a TE either? With his credentials he deserves a fair shot at runningback in the NFL, he would have this opportunity if he was black, end of sotry.
Let’s please recognize reality here.
Hey look, we can go back and forth all day about discrimination in football but that’s a subject I’d rather not touch.
You are correct in your statement that he deserves a fair shot but the reality of the situation regarding race at different positions is a grim one (as you have said above).
Both backs are equally as impressive so let’s just see how the rest of the season and bowl games pan out. There is still a ton of time until April.
Im going to have to agree with RDZ on this one. Colt isn’t a top round talent. That being said I wouldn’t be surprised to slip somewhere in the last first round. The QB class is very weak this year.
Neither is Tebow. Hes a playmaker because of the system. His “playmaking” abilitys do not translate to quarterback position. The kid said it himself when I interviewed him a few months back. No team in the top 20 is looking at him with a 1st round grade.
And i just KNEW that I would eventually see someone mention race when it comes to Mr.Gerhart. His race has NOTHING to do with where he will be drafted. His big knocks right now are his speed. His explosion coming out of the backfield is what makes him fall down the draft boards. Not race. That makes no sense. People who say that are usually just looking for reasons other than ability to excuse why their favorite players dont do well.
And as for him moving to another position, that won’t happen either. He doesn’t have the bulk of a typical NFL FB and the or the skills to play TE. He’ll be a HB in the NFL, and at the moment he looks like a boom or bust prospect.
best mock draft i have seen
I have nothing witty to say, but huge props on all of the research and time you put into putting this up. Really impressive. Oh, btw, Rosenhaus called me crying this morning saying that he had a nightmare about a guy named Dom putting him off the map.
If Suh is gone when the Lions pick there is no way they aren’t taking Okung. Schwartz is a trenches guy and with the contract Backus has, there is no way he’s coming back to Detroit.
However, if both Suh and Okung are gone I agree Detroit will go with a DB instead of reaching on a DT. My question regards Berry vs. Haden. I know the Lions took Delmas 33rd last year but with that pick and Pettigrew at 20 they showed that they will take talent over need. Berry is more talented (once in a decade) and can play either CB or S. This gives Detroit way more flexibility.
I think it won’t matter because the top three is locked with Clausen (especially when Wise becomes the OC), Locker, and Suh so Detroit will take Okung, but if Okung was gone Berry isn’t getting by Detroit. Remember Schwartz saw him play at Tennessee.
McCoy and Morgan will both go top 15. The fact that they will go after Dixon, Robinson, Lafell, Capers, etc is insane.
From a logic standpoint, if Detroit goes DB round 1 why would they pass on McCoy round 2? There biggest weakness is the front 4. Why would they pass on him or Morgan in round 2 when both are early to mid first talent.
One final thing, Brandon Graham is going to either Dallas, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, or New England in round 1. No way do all 4 pass on a player who will be a better 3-4 OLB then Lamar Woodley. Graham is a better pass rusher, a better run stopper, is faster and bigger, and has better hands then Woodley. Woodley is a dominant OLB for Pittsburgh. Dallas, Baltimore and New England all need a rush OLB. I agree that New England would draft Best over Graham but no way does he fall to the sixties. Worst case he falls to Cleveland at 33, St. Louis at 34, or KC at 37.
Keith –
I agree with your statement about the Lions choosing talent over need. I think that is evident with their love of drafting wide receivers every single year.
I believe it is a toss up as of right now for either Haden or Berry. I like the fact that Berry is a CB/S hybrid but his big frame may lead the Lions to go to a more prototype CB. I think the Lions did a good job of helping their safety situation with Delmas. Three of the Lions’ cornerbacks are 30+ years old (Faggins, Buchanon and Henry). I think the smartest move here is to go with a young, quick cornerback like Haden. However, as we all know, the Lions don’t always make the smartest moves.
I’m interested in your statement about McCoy and Morgan going top 15. How do you figure this? The majority of the teams in the top 15 are going to draft offensive with about three going defensive (CB, LB and Suh). Drafting is all about plugging up the holes in a team, not taking who the next best guy is on paper. As of right now, it is tough to project if Detroit will take a DT or OT in the second round. You don’t know who will get the boot yet.
Rest assured, McCoy is the number 2 DT in my eyes and will most likely be in the first round in my next revision.
Dominic-
You do realize Millen is no longer the Lions GM right? Or could you just not pass up a smart ass remark?
Lions and WRs. Wow you aim high.
Look at the last 5 drafts. Where does the number 2 DT and the number 3 DE go? Do they get passed top 20? You clearly agree with me that Morgan is near top 15 material since you know have him going 17th. You say McCoy is your 2nd DT but he’s behind Jared Odrick, so is he 3rd best now or do the 49ers like to take the can’t miss DT for the so-so DT?
When was the last time a guard was drafter before the 25th pick? Expecting Houston to take Mike Johnson 16th is insane (especially when Mike Johnson will be there early round 2). The Texans have way more problems like a 2nd CB, a FS, a strong side OLB, a NT and a number 2 WR.
Wow I can’t spell. Passed should be past and know should be now. This is what happens when you multitask.
No smart a** remark here. If you’re going to comment, don’t think that everything I reply is a stab at you because I could care less. I was agreeing with you. What you seem to be forgetting here is that every week, something changes in NCAA sports. A new player emerges from the woodwork. It seems like you’re the one throwing up the remarks now doesn’t it?
I beg to differ with your assertion that the Texans need a number 2 WR. Kevin Walter is doing an adequate job. Were the Texans having difficulty with their pass game this season? No. Were they having difficulty with the run? Yes. I rest my case.
When was the last time a kicker was drafted before the 4th-5th round? Oh wait, that was in 2000 when the Raiders chose Sebastian Janikowski 17th overall. Don’t believe for a second that all the teams will go with the most obvious guy because the NFL is not like fantasy football.
The mock draft is OK to speculate and waste some time but could I get someone to agree with me that the Cowboys are not going to win the big one with Tony R. He is good and is winning but surely Jones cannot be that blind or just hopeful that things will go great in the tight games. I would have been all over Vick. Now before you crucify me I am not the one who reinstated him. He gets the job done and is a double threat every time the ball gets snapped. Go easy on me.
After watching the NE Patsies get toasted 2 games in a row you actually have them drafting 3 db’s in the 2nd round. Report for drug teating immediatelly..They will draft dline and olin with all first day picks or make blockbuster trade to move up for a certain player is he falls a few spots. Kraft will have to pay first round pick the money they deserve aan try not to weasle out of first round like they do alot..Pay a first rounder not bargain basement salaries and players again.., No rush bad secondery
based on this mock draft you have no clue what you are talking about.
3 Safties in the First Round?
Jerry Hughes, WIllie Young, Arthur Jones in the 3rd Round?
Pierre-Paul in the 2nd?
Nate Allen in the Top 10?
Eric Berry 1st overall.. There is a man by the name of Ndamukong Suh who will no matter what be the first player taken
If you are going to post a Mock Draft Please Make it Realistic and something that is consistent.
FYI Major Wright is More than Likely Not Coming out this year and Where is Carlos Dunlap? Golden Tate?
The Raiders are going to take 2 safeties in the first two rounds? After the improved play of Branch and drafting Michael Mitchell in the second round last year?
I’m gonna say no.
4 safeties in the first round, 3 in the top 10??? What did you play safety in high school or something?
5 QBs chosen before Colt McCoy? Really?
I am a freshman.i can’t know about this at all.i just heard by TV and other news.So my point is not exhaustive but just my idea.I agree with your statement about the Lions choosing talent over need. I think that is evident with their love of drafting wide receivers every single year.I believe it is a toss up as of right now for either Haden or Berry.I’m interested in your statement about McCoy and Morgan going top 15. How do you figure this?
woow.The SportsAgentBlog.com 2010 NFL Mock Draft.It looks wonderful….
you got haresty to the redskins over gerhart and you dont even have Fresno States Ryan Mathews in the first 3 rounds??? hes rated the #2 Junior back in the class…man, do your homework
Ryan Mathews will be a first round pick after his showing at the combine. kids 6′0 220, and runs a 4.4 40….and he ran for over 1600 yards in about 10 games, thats not including the games he sat out halfs and full quarters
Very interesting analysis. Overall, I think you have been pretty thorough, but I refuse to believe that the Redskins pick up a DE in the 2nd round in the 2010 draft. They spent a a 1st round pick on Orakpo last year and he has already picked up 11 sacks with 3 games left in the season. They also used up their 2010 3rd round pick in 2009 on Jeremy Jarmon who they believe has great potential going into his 2nd season with one year under his belt playing against the redskins 1st team offense, plus he just turned 22 last month. If they take another DE with the 2nd pick they will have effectivly used back to back picks on DE’s when they should be focusing on the offensive line.
Thanks. I agree with your assessment. I am currently working on my revision and have the Redskins with needs at the QB, RB, and OT position. So I am going to key in on those positions next time.
Any mock draft for the Raiders that does not include an OT in the first or 2nd round is an EPIC FAIL. On top of that you have the Raiders drafting two safeties??? We already have Mike Huff, Mike Mitchell and Tyvon Branch (the last two at rock bottom prices). Back to the drawing board for this one.
I am a Tampa fan & IMO, the Bucs are happy with their young LBs & will not draft one high. Similarly, they will tender OTs Penn & Trueblood, though neither has had a particularly good year. They also have a developmental LT-type on IR in Xavier Fulton.They may take Berry, depending on what they are hearing from Monte Kiffin, with whom there is still a good rapport. Then a DT; they need a corner, & a wideout–or two, & a speed-rusher. Since Sears’ return in 2010 is up in the air, they also need to get a guard from somewhere.
BTW–I agree with MS on Trent Williams–everyone has his going to high; I don’t think he can play LT on a sustained basis at the pro level.
Your 2nd rounder for the Cards makes me think you may need to do a little more research on the Cardinals defense.
First its Dockett, not Dockery.
Second Dockett already has a stud for him to pair with, Calias Campbell has been an absolute stud this year as 1/3 of their front 3 in their 3-4 scheme. Now I like the prospect and its a steal but unless he can play NT or OLB he wont even be a starter, he would just be a rotational / backup player.
Ah, sorry about that! I was thinking of Derrick Dockery (who isn’t even an defensive lineman). I messed up big time on that.
Calais Campbell is undoubtedly a stud so what would you think of this situation: Campbell at NT and Dockett, Griffen on the ends? Campbell is a massive guy at 6′8″, 290 pounds. Griffen is slightly smaller at 6′3″ and around 260-265.
They do use Campbell at NT in some packages. They like his height and length in the middle sometimes whihc makes it hard for QB’s to see the middle of the field or throw it without it getting tipped. But Campbell as their base 3-4 NT just would not work well. Campbells Senior year in college he was asked to be over 300 pounds and play DT becuase of a lot of Miami DT injuries and his play and ability dropped off pretty bad. I dont hink his body adjusted to well to being over 300 pounds which is what he would have to do if he played NT in the base D. Plus , I think it would take away what he does best which is get up field not take on double teams and blockers like the NT in a base 3-4 would be asked to do.
Griffen in a 3-4 DL just isnt big enough or stout to play the position in my opinion. Generally I like to see a little more junk in the trunk in order to anchor the edge like a 3-4 DE would be asked to do. I think his body type and style is closer to your typical 3-4 OLB then he is to 3-4 DE. Griffen may be an option at 3-4 OLB if he can stay at the slimmer and faster 260 pounds. The Cards current starter on the strong side is pushing 260. But I am not sure he would have the needed speed and agility to be a stand up defender?
I like your analysis here. I think Griffen would work well as a strong side linebacker in the Cards’ 3-4 base defense. However I still believe that if needed, Griffen could pack on some more pounds and start at the 3-4 DE position.
Very nice work. Impressive.
Sean Weatherspoon lacks ideal size compared to other linebackers? He’s 6-2 245lbs. How is that not ideal size? That’s bigger than some NFL MLBs. Navorro Bowman is only 6-1 230lbs. So that is a bad excuse. Not that I’m Sean’s biggest fan, but I don’t see him making it out of the first round. And Kam Chancellor to the Eagles? Kam is not a first round talent. He has been exposed a lot this year. I could see the Eagles going with a LB (even though they are not ones to draft LBs this early) or even a LDE to compliment Cole. Reid has never had a problem taking DL with his top picks. Patterson, Bunkley, Laws, Andrews, etc.
I feel Brian Price is a 1st round pick, with a good combine and a great Emerald bowl game against Temple for all of the east-coast scouts out in DC. He earned 1st team ALL-Pac 10 selection as a true sophmore a prestigous accalade that will be duplicated this year. He’s easily the third best Defensive Tackle in this draft class.
Price played vs. Temple in the EagleBank Bowl. After watching the bowl game tonight, Price didn’t make that big of an impact on Temple as many expected. He did have a couple good plays but wasn’t as dominant as usual.
BIG DAN’S DAD-(your projected #49 pick to the Jets), dan williams of tennessee, has been double and triple-teamed (and still got held) by alabama and florida for the last three years as well as the rest of the southeastern conference. this type of respect by the best two teams in the country for this time frame as well as the best conference in the country speaks for itself. he was under the radar because of bad timing by the outgoing coaching staff (they had planned to step up his hyping this year) and the inevitable misuse of time that occurs as the new head coach evaluates the upper class talent that he inherits. the entire tennessee defense performed better in direct correlation to his playing time. note the #3 national ranking in 2008 when he started every game and the highlight film for jarod mayo when he was drafted #5 overall by the pats earlier that year could have very easily been highlight film for big dan. no disrespect to suh or mccoy, but dan was never DOMINATED by a single o-lineman as suh was against texas tech or mccoy was against byu, and heaven forbid if dan had played in the big-12. as for price, it is a lot easier to make all pac-10 when you play for ucla than it is to make all sec when you don’t play for florida or alabama. finally, suh will probably avoid the senior bowl and possibly the combine because he can only LOSE ground to big dan in those two venues! i know i speak with the bias of a father, but i do think i know a little about the game and i anxiously await your post-combine mock draft.
Why would Green Bay draft a running back who basically runs like Ryan Grant? Also, Grants 4 year contract he signed in the off season won’t justify drafting a running back like Gerhart early in the 2nd. Back to back 1000 yard season’s by Grant will make Ted Thompson a little more confident in the position.
I wouldn’t be so quick to say that Gerhart runs like Ryan Grant. Yes, they’re both physical backs but Grant has a lot more quickness out of the backfield. And you are assuming that I believe Gerhart will be taking over the starting job. In no way do I think that is true. Gerhart will be used to add a 1,2 punch to the Packers’ running game.
FYI – Dowling is staying in school, and therefore should be removed from this mock.
How do the Seahawks end up with the pick at #46? As far as I know they only have their scheduled 2nd rounder (which isn’t the #38 pick BTW – I *think* it’s at #40 – I’m sure the 5-11 teams flip-flop through the rounds).
Also, I think Spiller is too high for the #6 pick – as it stands now, I reckon he’ll still be on the board come the ‘hawks second pick at #14. And, if the ‘hawks are looking for their LT of the future, Bulaga isn’t the man IMO. Big & powerful, yes, but not agile enough. Better suited at either RT or LG I reckon. We *need* a bona-fide LT. Davis (Rutgers) maybe?
James –
Good catch. Please bear with me as a lot of these draft positions are being based on coin tosses right now. It’s hard to accurately list the positions.
As far as Spiller, I have the mentality that anything is possible and C.J. Spiller is a talent that could really boost the Seahawks’ offense. Pete Carroll is a fan of highly paced football and Spiller would be a perfect fit for his offense.
No way Oakland drafts Tebow in the 2nd. It’ll be BPA for the OL or DL. And Why does no one know that DT Marvin Austion from UNC is returning to school? And didn’t see RB Ryan Mathews in the first 3 rounds. IMO, the only RB who I think is on the same level as Mathews is Spiller. Then again, I’d rather have the nation’s leading rusher over Spiller…..
very nice work on this. great comments.
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