Pugglekicker_21
02-18-2007, 01:35 AM
till the NFL draft. I now that this is a spurs forum, but football is, well, football. Heres a mock draft I picked up from SI.com
Mock NFL Draft
1 QB JaMarcus Russell LSU Jr. 6-6 260
With 10 weeks to go until draft weekend, the Raiders still have time to talk themselves out of Russell and into Quinn. Russell has great size and a big arm, but wouldn't trading for the comparably-skilled Byron Leftwich be a heck of a lot cheaper?
2 OT Joe Thomas Wisconsin Sr. 6-8 315
I'm getting the feeling that the prevailing attitude in Detroit is better safe than sorry, which means no more first-round attention to the skill positions for a while. Like D'Brickashaw Ferguson was last year, Thomas is a fairly unassailable selection.
3 # RB Adrian Peterson Oklahoma Jr. 6-2 220
Not being sold on Charlie Frye, I want to give the Browns Quinn in this slot. But when you realize that both Cleveland coach Romeo Crennel and GM Phil Savage are likely fighting for their jobs in 2007, pinning their hopes on a rookie QB is probably not the way to go. (# -- Coin flip at NFL combine between Browns and Bucs for No. 3 pick)
4 # WR Calvin Johnson Georgia Tech Jr. 6-5 235
If there's an early mock out there that doesn't have the Bucs landing Johnson with either the third or fourth pick, I haven't seen it. There would be no delay in turning in the card for Johnson, the draft's can't-miss offensive talent.
(# -- Coin flip at NFL combine between Browns and Bucs for No. 3 pick)
5 DE Gaines Adams Clemson Sr. 6-5 260
The Cardinals should have their choice of defensive stars: Adams, Arkansas end Jamaal Anderson or Michigan tackle Alan Branch. Arizona could also entertain trade offers from teams interested in Quinn and wanting to move ahead of No. 7 Minnesota and No. 8 Houston.
6 DE Jamaal Anderson Arkansas Jr. 6-6 280
Gregg Williams' defense hardly breathed on opposing quarterbacks in 2006, so Anderson's edge rushing skills should look pretty appealing to the Redskins. Adams would be another solid selection if he slips past the Cardinals.
7 WR Ted Ginn, Jr. Ohio State Jr. 6-0 180
Minny's anemic offense needs playmakers at receiver, and Ginn's speed is enticing for the vertically challenged Vikings. But you can't rule out Quinn being too enticing to pass up either.
8 DT Alan Branch Michigan Jr. 6-6 330
Can the Texans for a second consecutive year bypass a popular skill-position player (Quinn in this case, Reggie Bush or Vince Young last year) to select a defensive lineman? Yeah, I think they can. Especially if Jake Plummer is headed to Houston like we think.
9 QB Brady Quinn Notre Dame Sr. 6-4 228
New Dolphins head coach Cam Cameron has the time and the leverage to take a franchise QB in his first season on the job, and Quinn gives Miami the insurance policy it needs should Daunte Culpepper never return to his Pro Bowl form of 2004.
10 WR Dwayne Jarrett USC Jr. 6-5 210
We know this might be a bit high for Jarrett, but as even Falcons owner Arthur Blank has noted, Atlanta doesn't have any receivers who can catch the ball. If you're giving Michael Vick one last shot, at least find him a go-to guy other than Alge Crumpler.
11 DT Amobi Okoye Louisville Sr. 6-1 315
49ers head coach Mike Nolan -- the former Ravens defensive coordinator -- knows the importance of an impact defensive tackle. Okoye's blend of speed, athleticism and youth (he's only 19) make him one of the intriguing prospects in this year's draft.
12 CB Leon Hall Michigan Sr. 5-11 195
We'll go straight need pick here, giving the Bills the draft's top-rated cornerback in anticipation of them losing Nate Clements in free agency. Hall is a proven performer who played in a big-time collegiate program.
13 DE Adam Carriker Nebraska Sr. 6-6 295
Job No. 1 for the Rams is to upgrade their defensive line, and they've got several nice options in this slot. If Okoye lingers, he could be the pick. So too could Georgia DE Charles Johnson. But Carriker's stock is expected to rise after a strong Combine workout.
14 S Reggie Nelson Florida Jr. 6-1 195
Nelson can handle both skill sets that are required of top-flight safeties in the NFL. He can hit, and he can cover. The Panthers choice will come down to Nelson or LSU safety LaRon Landry, but we'll give Nelson the nod based on the Gators being better than the Tigers.
15 DE Jarvis Moss Florida Jr. 6-6 250
Still no word on whether new Steelers coach Mike Tomlin will switch to the 4-3 defense that he knows best. But if Pittsburgh stays with the 3-4, some believe Moss would eventually make an excellent rush linebacker in that system.
16 RB Marshawn Lynch California Jr. 5-11 216
Lynch would give the Packers offense the big-play dimension it has lacked in the running game since Ahman Green's last great season, in 2003. Lynch can carry the mail on those days when Brett Favre isn't the best bet for a winning game plan.
17 DE Charles Johnson Georgia Jr. 6-2 272
The Jaguars need to generate some pass rush and are hoping Moss -- what is it about that last name populating the NFL ranks in the past 10 years? -- falls to them. But Johnson or LSU's Landry would be solid second choices.
18 S LaRon Landry LSU Sr. 6-2 202
As always, the Bengals seek defensive help, and in particular more play-making in the secondary. Landry is a good value in this slot, and he would allow Cincy to be more versatile in its pass coverage schemes.
19 WR Dwayne Bowe LSU Sr. 6-3 220
Make it two in a row for the Tigers of LSU. Bowe had a strong week at the Senior Bowl, and even if the Titans don't lose receiver Drew Bennett in free agency, finding another pass-catcher for Vince Young to connect with is a top priority.
20 OT Levi Brown Penn State Sr. 6-5 328
Brown may not last this long, but that's how our board broke. With the Giants releasing starting tackle Luke Petitgout and backup Bob Whitfield retiring, Brown would walk right into a starting role on New York's offensive line.
21 CB Darrelle Revis Pittsburgh Jr. 6-0 205
With the death of cornerback Darrent Williams, the Broncos are in need of a replacement in their secondary. Revis or Cal's Dameyion Hughes would be solid choices, but we're giving Revis the edge here because he also has return specialist skills.
22 CB Dameyion Hughes California Sr. 6-2 188
The Cowboys secondary was torched in December, and with the abundance of first-round talent at cornerback, Wade Phillips won't overlook his top need. Hughes, a strong cover man, would give Dallas the option of shifting Anthony Henry to free safety.
23 WR Sidney Rice South Carolina So. 6-4 202
The Chiefs appear to be in luck in that their need for a receiving threat jives nicely with what should be available at this point in the first round. Another year with just Eddie Kennison and Samie Parker won't cut it.
24 LB Lawrence Timmons Florida State Jr. 6-3 230
Timmons is a gifted athlete whose stock is expected to rise if he turns in some glitzy numbers at the Combine. He's an outside linebacker and the Pats' need is more on the inside, but with Mike Vrabel's versatility, Timmons could fit the bill.
25 TE Greg Olsen Miami Sr. 6-5 250
This way, both New York teams will have an ex-Miami Hurricanes tight end to throw to, and it also gives the Giants' Jeremy Shockey someone to pal around with in the Big Apple. But not during the offseason. We all know Shockey stays in South Florida for that.
26 DE Anthony Spencer Purdue Sr. 6-3 266
The Eagles need a receiver and an outside linebacker, so Robert Meachem and Paul Posluszny are two good names to know. But Philly usually doesn't invest first-round money at those positions. In Andy Reid's world, the lines always get priority.
27 CB Aaron Ross Texas Jr. 6-1 192
The Saints are targeting an upgrade at the cornerback slot currently held by veteran Fred Thomas. Ross or Arkansas cornerback Chris Houston figure to be the choices when their turn comes around. Having been in Dallas, Saints head coach Sean Payton may have seen more of Ross.
28 WR Robert Meachem Tennessee Jr. 6-3 210
If the Patriots address linebacker with the No. 24 pick, they'd be hard-pressed not to throw Tom Brady a bone with their second first-rounder. Meachem could join fellow SEC alums Reche Caldwell, Jabar Gaffney and Chad Jackson on the receiving depth chart.
29 LB Stewart Bradley Nebraska Sr. 6-4 256
This pick assumes the Ravens won't franchise Adalius Thomas and will lose him in free agency. Bradley turned some heads at the Senior Bowl and could build on that momentum at the Combine. The Ravens also could go with Arkansas cornerback Chris Houston or offensive line help.
30 S Michael Griffin Texas Sr. 6-0 195
Griffin got a bump from his Senior Bowl week as well, and he'd replace strong safety Terrence Kiel, who the Chargers can't wait to part ways with. San Diego needs help at receiver, too, so if Meachem should tumble, it would have a choice to make.
31 TE Zach Miller Arizona State Jr. 6-5 259
I don't think Lance Briggs is going to get away from Chicago, so that makes me turn my draft concentration to offense, where the Bears could use either a play-making tight end or an injection of youth on the offensive line. Tennessee's versatile tackle-guard Arron Sears is a name to file away.
32 OLB Paul Posluszny Penn State Sr. 6-2 238
If the Colts lose weakside linebacker Cato June in free agency as expected, finding his replacement becomes a first-round priority. Posluszny is an active, play-making presence who fits best on the weak side in the Colts' "Tampa 2'' defensive scheme. Florida's Brandon Siler is another possibility.
THere you have it. :fro
Mock NFL Draft
1 QB JaMarcus Russell LSU Jr. 6-6 260
With 10 weeks to go until draft weekend, the Raiders still have time to talk themselves out of Russell and into Quinn. Russell has great size and a big arm, but wouldn't trading for the comparably-skilled Byron Leftwich be a heck of a lot cheaper?
2 OT Joe Thomas Wisconsin Sr. 6-8 315
I'm getting the feeling that the prevailing attitude in Detroit is better safe than sorry, which means no more first-round attention to the skill positions for a while. Like D'Brickashaw Ferguson was last year, Thomas is a fairly unassailable selection.
3 # RB Adrian Peterson Oklahoma Jr. 6-2 220
Not being sold on Charlie Frye, I want to give the Browns Quinn in this slot. But when you realize that both Cleveland coach Romeo Crennel and GM Phil Savage are likely fighting for their jobs in 2007, pinning their hopes on a rookie QB is probably not the way to go. (# -- Coin flip at NFL combine between Browns and Bucs for No. 3 pick)
4 # WR Calvin Johnson Georgia Tech Jr. 6-5 235
If there's an early mock out there that doesn't have the Bucs landing Johnson with either the third or fourth pick, I haven't seen it. There would be no delay in turning in the card for Johnson, the draft's can't-miss offensive talent.
(# -- Coin flip at NFL combine between Browns and Bucs for No. 3 pick)
5 DE Gaines Adams Clemson Sr. 6-5 260
The Cardinals should have their choice of defensive stars: Adams, Arkansas end Jamaal Anderson or Michigan tackle Alan Branch. Arizona could also entertain trade offers from teams interested in Quinn and wanting to move ahead of No. 7 Minnesota and No. 8 Houston.
6 DE Jamaal Anderson Arkansas Jr. 6-6 280
Gregg Williams' defense hardly breathed on opposing quarterbacks in 2006, so Anderson's edge rushing skills should look pretty appealing to the Redskins. Adams would be another solid selection if he slips past the Cardinals.
7 WR Ted Ginn, Jr. Ohio State Jr. 6-0 180
Minny's anemic offense needs playmakers at receiver, and Ginn's speed is enticing for the vertically challenged Vikings. But you can't rule out Quinn being too enticing to pass up either.
8 DT Alan Branch Michigan Jr. 6-6 330
Can the Texans for a second consecutive year bypass a popular skill-position player (Quinn in this case, Reggie Bush or Vince Young last year) to select a defensive lineman? Yeah, I think they can. Especially if Jake Plummer is headed to Houston like we think.
9 QB Brady Quinn Notre Dame Sr. 6-4 228
New Dolphins head coach Cam Cameron has the time and the leverage to take a franchise QB in his first season on the job, and Quinn gives Miami the insurance policy it needs should Daunte Culpepper never return to his Pro Bowl form of 2004.
10 WR Dwayne Jarrett USC Jr. 6-5 210
We know this might be a bit high for Jarrett, but as even Falcons owner Arthur Blank has noted, Atlanta doesn't have any receivers who can catch the ball. If you're giving Michael Vick one last shot, at least find him a go-to guy other than Alge Crumpler.
11 DT Amobi Okoye Louisville Sr. 6-1 315
49ers head coach Mike Nolan -- the former Ravens defensive coordinator -- knows the importance of an impact defensive tackle. Okoye's blend of speed, athleticism and youth (he's only 19) make him one of the intriguing prospects in this year's draft.
12 CB Leon Hall Michigan Sr. 5-11 195
We'll go straight need pick here, giving the Bills the draft's top-rated cornerback in anticipation of them losing Nate Clements in free agency. Hall is a proven performer who played in a big-time collegiate program.
13 DE Adam Carriker Nebraska Sr. 6-6 295
Job No. 1 for the Rams is to upgrade their defensive line, and they've got several nice options in this slot. If Okoye lingers, he could be the pick. So too could Georgia DE Charles Johnson. But Carriker's stock is expected to rise after a strong Combine workout.
14 S Reggie Nelson Florida Jr. 6-1 195
Nelson can handle both skill sets that are required of top-flight safeties in the NFL. He can hit, and he can cover. The Panthers choice will come down to Nelson or LSU safety LaRon Landry, but we'll give Nelson the nod based on the Gators being better than the Tigers.
15 DE Jarvis Moss Florida Jr. 6-6 250
Still no word on whether new Steelers coach Mike Tomlin will switch to the 4-3 defense that he knows best. But if Pittsburgh stays with the 3-4, some believe Moss would eventually make an excellent rush linebacker in that system.
16 RB Marshawn Lynch California Jr. 5-11 216
Lynch would give the Packers offense the big-play dimension it has lacked in the running game since Ahman Green's last great season, in 2003. Lynch can carry the mail on those days when Brett Favre isn't the best bet for a winning game plan.
17 DE Charles Johnson Georgia Jr. 6-2 272
The Jaguars need to generate some pass rush and are hoping Moss -- what is it about that last name populating the NFL ranks in the past 10 years? -- falls to them. But Johnson or LSU's Landry would be solid second choices.
18 S LaRon Landry LSU Sr. 6-2 202
As always, the Bengals seek defensive help, and in particular more play-making in the secondary. Landry is a good value in this slot, and he would allow Cincy to be more versatile in its pass coverage schemes.
19 WR Dwayne Bowe LSU Sr. 6-3 220
Make it two in a row for the Tigers of LSU. Bowe had a strong week at the Senior Bowl, and even if the Titans don't lose receiver Drew Bennett in free agency, finding another pass-catcher for Vince Young to connect with is a top priority.
20 OT Levi Brown Penn State Sr. 6-5 328
Brown may not last this long, but that's how our board broke. With the Giants releasing starting tackle Luke Petitgout and backup Bob Whitfield retiring, Brown would walk right into a starting role on New York's offensive line.
21 CB Darrelle Revis Pittsburgh Jr. 6-0 205
With the death of cornerback Darrent Williams, the Broncos are in need of a replacement in their secondary. Revis or Cal's Dameyion Hughes would be solid choices, but we're giving Revis the edge here because he also has return specialist skills.
22 CB Dameyion Hughes California Sr. 6-2 188
The Cowboys secondary was torched in December, and with the abundance of first-round talent at cornerback, Wade Phillips won't overlook his top need. Hughes, a strong cover man, would give Dallas the option of shifting Anthony Henry to free safety.
23 WR Sidney Rice South Carolina So. 6-4 202
The Chiefs appear to be in luck in that their need for a receiving threat jives nicely with what should be available at this point in the first round. Another year with just Eddie Kennison and Samie Parker won't cut it.
24 LB Lawrence Timmons Florida State Jr. 6-3 230
Timmons is a gifted athlete whose stock is expected to rise if he turns in some glitzy numbers at the Combine. He's an outside linebacker and the Pats' need is more on the inside, but with Mike Vrabel's versatility, Timmons could fit the bill.
25 TE Greg Olsen Miami Sr. 6-5 250
This way, both New York teams will have an ex-Miami Hurricanes tight end to throw to, and it also gives the Giants' Jeremy Shockey someone to pal around with in the Big Apple. But not during the offseason. We all know Shockey stays in South Florida for that.
26 DE Anthony Spencer Purdue Sr. 6-3 266
The Eagles need a receiver and an outside linebacker, so Robert Meachem and Paul Posluszny are two good names to know. But Philly usually doesn't invest first-round money at those positions. In Andy Reid's world, the lines always get priority.
27 CB Aaron Ross Texas Jr. 6-1 192
The Saints are targeting an upgrade at the cornerback slot currently held by veteran Fred Thomas. Ross or Arkansas cornerback Chris Houston figure to be the choices when their turn comes around. Having been in Dallas, Saints head coach Sean Payton may have seen more of Ross.
28 WR Robert Meachem Tennessee Jr. 6-3 210
If the Patriots address linebacker with the No. 24 pick, they'd be hard-pressed not to throw Tom Brady a bone with their second first-rounder. Meachem could join fellow SEC alums Reche Caldwell, Jabar Gaffney and Chad Jackson on the receiving depth chart.
29 LB Stewart Bradley Nebraska Sr. 6-4 256
This pick assumes the Ravens won't franchise Adalius Thomas and will lose him in free agency. Bradley turned some heads at the Senior Bowl and could build on that momentum at the Combine. The Ravens also could go with Arkansas cornerback Chris Houston or offensive line help.
30 S Michael Griffin Texas Sr. 6-0 195
Griffin got a bump from his Senior Bowl week as well, and he'd replace strong safety Terrence Kiel, who the Chargers can't wait to part ways with. San Diego needs help at receiver, too, so if Meachem should tumble, it would have a choice to make.
31 TE Zach Miller Arizona State Jr. 6-5 259
I don't think Lance Briggs is going to get away from Chicago, so that makes me turn my draft concentration to offense, where the Bears could use either a play-making tight end or an injection of youth on the offensive line. Tennessee's versatile tackle-guard Arron Sears is a name to file away.
32 OLB Paul Posluszny Penn State Sr. 6-2 238
If the Colts lose weakside linebacker Cato June in free agency as expected, finding his replacement becomes a first-round priority. Posluszny is an active, play-making presence who fits best on the weak side in the Colts' "Tampa 2'' defensive scheme. Florida's Brandon Siler is another possibility.
THere you have it. :fro