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I realize some of these guys have came out and said that they'd be staying in school, but minds change, so I'm working with everybody but Luck until the official declarations come out.
Round 1
1) Carolina (2-14)- Da’Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson*
Carolina just can’t get any Luck. No, really, Andrew Luck isn’t coming out, and they’ll have to wait another year to potentially take a franchise quarterback most likely. But there’s nothing wrong with getting the most dominant pass rusher out of the last couple years on your team. Bowers is a big, powerful defense end who is athletic and gets to the quarterback better than anybody else.
2) Denver (4-12)- Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU*
Denver needs a lot of help defensively, and while they have Champ Bailey, who has succeeded this year, he is aging, and they still need another corner on the other side. Peterson has game changing ability as he’s able to shut down receivers and is a ball hawk. He’s also a very solid tackler who isn’t afraid to make a play behind the line of scrimmage. He’s just the aggressive defender the Broncos need.
3) Buffalo (4-12)- Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri*
Ryan Fitzpatrick was solid for a few weeks in Buffalo, but he’s not a franchise quarterback, and most likely won’t be a guy that they can rely on to get them to the playoffs. With Gabbert they get a project quarterback with a great throwing motion, excellent arm strength, and improved accuracy. He has the arm to get the ball to deep threats like Stevie Johnson, Lee Evans, and Roscoe Parrish, and he’s a smart quarterback who is raw, but can be groomed to be a star at the next level.
4) Cincinnati (4-12)- A.J. Green, WR, Georgia*
A lot of people want Cincinnati to go quarterback here, but after losing out on the Andrew Luck sweepstakes, they decide to go with a stud receiver to boost the offense. Carson Palmer may still have a couple of years left, but Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens are both likely gone after the season. Look for the dominant possession receiver A.J. Green to step in and make an immediate impact for the Bengals.
5) Arizona (5-11)- Ryan Mallett, QB, Arkansas*
Even the blind can see what the absence of Kurt Warner has done to this football team. It’s time they get a legit quarterback. With down field threats like Larry Fitzgerald and Steve Breaston, the Cardinals would have a quarterback that can make all of the NFL throws. Despite comparisons to Derek Anderson, Mallett is actually fairly accurate, although he still needs work.
6) Cleveland (5-11)- Marcel Dareus, DT/DE, Alabama*
Stopping the run for Cleveland has been quite the struggle for most of the season. While the defensive line isn’t terrible, having a big, true 3-4 defensive end moved in there with Ahtyba Rubin and Kenyon Coleman could really help the linebackers roam freely to make tackles. Dareus already comes from a 3-4 scheme in Alabama and is dominant. He rushes the passer, penetrates the backfield and gets double teamed consistently. With A.J. Green off the board, the Browns fill their next biggest need.
7) San Francisco (6-10)- Cam Newton, QB, Auburn*
Cam Newton’s stock is soaring right now, and with guys like Vince Young and Tim Tebow going in the first round, Newton seems like a lock to join them. Newton can throw the ball as well as run. He’s not just a scrambling quarterback. He has the arm to get the ball down field and is a natural play maker. He’ll need some work, but he is a very talented football player.
8 ) Tennessee (6-10)- Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn*
While Tennessee’s defensive line isn’t bad at all, it could use an upgrade at defensive tackle. Later in the season, Tennessee gave up more plays against the run each game, and struggled to close down the middle of the offensive line, often giving up big plays. Fairley can stop the run, and is an excellent penetrator that would fit perfectly here.
9) Dallas (6-10)- Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Dallas was one of the worst teams in the NFL in shutting down the pass in 2010. While they fared well in creating turnovers, they also tied with the Texans for giving up the most touchdowns in the air. Having a true shutdown corner in Amukamara is crucial. They have talented corners, but they just aren’t developing properly, and Amukamara is one of the more NFL ready talents.
10) Washington (6-10)- Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
It’s no surprise that the Redskins defense struggled this year. Making the transition to the 3-4 defense is no easy task. Not every defensive lineman can make the switch successfully, which is why Washington grabs Adrian Clayborn who fits the 3-4 end mold quite well. He’s strong, and faces double teams at times, and does a nice job at taking up space.
11) Houston (6-10)- Drake Nevis, DT, LSU
This could be a bit of a controversial pick, but Houston needs a legit penetrator next to Amobi Okoye and Mario Williams. Shaun Cody isn’t getting it done against the run, and Nevis is a good pass rusher who is above average against the run. Nevis is excellent at disrupting plays in the backfield as well.
12) Minnesota (6-10)- Rahim Moore, FS, UCLA*
Moore is one of the most well rounded safeties in this draft class. He’s got the size, speed and athleticism to play both safety positions and possibly even corner. He’s a ball hawk, and is extremely exceptional in zone coverage. The Vikings need to improve against the pass. While injuries are one reason for their lack of success, not having the right personnel is the biggest reason.
13) Detroit (6-10)- Brandon Harris, CB, Miami (Fl)*
It’s no secret that Detroit’s secondary is the biggest reason for their lack of defensive success. They didn’t have problems getting to the quarterback with an improved defensive line, but they really need a top notch corner to get out there and make plays. Harris is an excellent man corner, although a bit raw. He’s quite fast, and does well in changing directions.
14) St. Louis (7-9)- Julio Jones, WR, Alabama*
This is a no brainer pick right here for the Rams. Sam Bradford had an effective rookie season after the Rams fell one game short of making the playoffs. But Bradford needs a true number one wide receiver, and Julio Jones is a great fit. Jones will excel in a vertical offense like St. Louis, and is a play maker after the catch. He has some drops issues, but is a physical wide receiver with excellent speed.
15) Miami (7-9)- Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama*
Miami has a few holes they need to get figured out, but drafting Mark Ingram will fill a big need. Ingram is the physical, but speedy running back that fits perfectly in their system. He knows how to run the wildcat and there’s a good chance that the Dolphins will only be able to re-sign one of either Ricky Williams or Ronnie Brown.
16) Jacksonville (8-8)- Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina*
Jacksonville has struggled for quite awhile in getting to the quarterback. They’ve plugged in different defensive ends for the last 5-6 seasons and keep struggling. Quinn falls a bit, and while he’s not really a Jack Del Rio type of player, his talent is too good to pass up as a pass rusher. He could jump in right next to Terrence Knighton and be a force in getting to the quarterback.
17) New England (From OAK) (8-8)- Justin Houston, DE/OLB, Georgia*
Houston is a pure pass rusher who plays both defensive end and outside linebacker in Georgia’s complicated defensive scheme. The Patriots have done well with a seemingly plug and play system making players out of anybody who they put in, but they could use a tough pass rusher to lineup outside in their 3-4. Houston fills a need and is one of the best players on the board.
18) San Diego (9-7)- Dont’a Hightower, ILB, Alabama*
Hightower is an absolute animal. I had the pleasure of watching him in person at the Capital One Bowl and he plays even bigger than he already is. Hightower plays inside in a 3-4 defense at Alabama and is a dominant run stuffer who does it all. He’s not bad in coverage, and he gets off of blockers well, using his strength. San Diego could use a prototypical inside linebacker in the middle of an already tough defense.
19) New York Giants (10-6)- Bruce Carter, LB, North Carolina
The Giants seem to be the most well balanced team with the least amount of holes. But somehow they just can’t seem to put it all together. Bruce Carter stepping in gives the Giants a great sideline to sideline tackle who can make plays in the passing game, and is an exceptional wrap up tacklers.
20) Tampa Bay (10-6)- Janoris Jenkins, CB, Florida*
You have to love the improvements that Tampa Bay has made in 2010. They went from being one of the worst teams in the NFL to one of the more respected teams. But their secondary hurt them all season long. Ronde Barber is aging, and they don’t have an established CB2 that can make plays. Jenkins gives them a speedy corner who excels in man coverage, as well as making tackles in closed spaces.
21) Seattle (7-9)- Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Pete Carroll has played against Locker, and he knows just how talented this kid can be with the right amount of work. Seattle’s quarterback play has been too inconsistent. Aging Matt Hasselbeck still has a few years under his belt, and would be an excellent veteran presence for Locker to sit under for a season or two. Locker can make plays on his feet, and does a nice job completing the short-intermediate passes. With a bit of touch and accuracy, he could become an elite quarterback at the next level.
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Good thoughts my man. I think another wr for Cinci is a stretch, I hope for Bowers.
really good write-up, looks like you really know your stuff.
This is the best Mock Draft I have seen to date.....well done!
i get ingram to miami, but i'd be happier if they went after cannon or jenkins. you keep r. brown and go after another solid RB later in the draft. shore up two of the more glaring holes on the team. brown could've had 1,500 yards if there were any holes for him to exploit.
I kinda wish ATL would go after another secondary player instead of a DE.....but with Abraham getting a lil older, having someone to relieve him of pressure on the opposite side wouldnt be bad
It's amazing how New England continues to take advantage of idiot teams/gms in lopsided trades.
I like Crick to the Steelers in the second round.
Well done. I can give credit where credit is due.
Love the pick in the second round, not sure that I agree he falls that far though. The draft changes so much even from Early March, so I suppose anything is possible right now.
I would love it if the Cowboys got Amukamara.