Andy D's 2nd annual Super-Mega, 3 Round, Post-Combine, (1 Viewer)

[Andy Dufresne]

Since I have a 9:00 meeting that'll last for about 15, chew on the Campbell pick and this one...

25. Seattle - Jonathan Stewart, RB - Oregon

I called this one back in October and I stick with it. He should go higher than this based on his numbers, but RB seems to be becoming a "plug and play" position in many NFL circles. Alexander has obviously seen his better days and Stewart is a shoo-in to remain in the Great Northwest. The Duckett signing means nothing.

 

[5-ish Finkle]

23. Pittsburgh Steelers- Branden Albert, OG - Virginia

Has to be an offensive lineman and Albert is the best available at this spot. Nothing revolutionary here as this pick has been forcasted by a lot of people. I agree that it makes a ton of sense.

This is a squad that would consider taking a WR like Hardy or Kelly, as well as take a chance on Jonathan Stewart.

Albert is the logical choice here for them.The other 3 you mentioned would all be very interesting as well in Pitt.

Albert probably is logical....but I still don't like it. I don't think he, or any guard, is worthy of a top 25 selection. OT is very deep this year, so they'd still be able to address that in round 2 if they looked at their 2nd most glaring need here in the first: Youth on the defensive line/front 7.I'd have thought about DL for sure there with the Williamses/Otahs off the board.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Albert probably is logical....but I still don't like it. I don't think he, or any guard, is worthy of a top 25 selection. OT is very deep this year, so they'd still be able to address that in round 2 if they looked at their 2nd most glaring need here in the first: Youth on the defensive line/front 7.I'd have thought about DL for sure there with the Williamses/Otahs off the board.

(Psst. Just between you and me, make sure you're here for round 2 )

 

[Andy Dufresne]

26. Jacksonville Jaguars- Lawrence Jackson, DE - U.S.C.

Trading Marcus Stroud to the Bills seems a peculiar move. Perhaps they feel they're going to get just as much from Derek Landri. I'm tempted to put Kentwan Balmer here, but after losing McCray they need someone to play opposite Spicer and Jackson was very productive for USC. How much playing next to Sedrick Ellis has to do with that is debatable.

I think he's an excellent all around DE and is kind of a forgotten man compared to the other, more flashy DEs in this draft.

 

[5-ish Finkle]

Albert probably is logical....but I still don't like it. I don't think he, or any guard, is worthy of a top 25 selection. OT is very deep this year, so they'd still be able to address that in round 2 if they looked at their 2nd most glaring need here in the first: Youth on the defensive line/front 7.I'd have thought about DL for sure there with the Williamses/Otahs off the board.

(Psst. Just between you and me, make sure you're here for round 2 )

Oh, I'm not going anyplace. I just think I'd be just as happy with a guy like Shoe-tree at OG later on vs. burning a top pick on Albert. I just don't get a great vibe from him. Maybe he makes the shift to OT/becomes a beast in the pros and shuts me up. If they selected him, I'd be more than happy to be wrong about him. I'd have went Balmer, but this isn't my "Annual Super-Mega 3 Round Post-Combine" gig. Clearly, though, the Steelers need to address both sides of their trench. Albert does exactly that.

 

[twitch]

Nice work, so far Andy. Youve got alot of picks here going a little against the grain, which make this more interesting. Dorsey and Gholston 'falling' as far as they do may seem a bit of a reach, but youre making sense of it. I absolutely do not see Chris Long slipping by Atlanta at 3, though, considering their former ProBowl Dend, was also a former UVA player. But Long is a high character kid as well as a player, and Atlanta needs that now more than anything. Legitimate leaders to represent them better. The fact that he's a stud seals it. They can figure out how and where to play him after the draft him. He can play end, LB, and I could even see him lining up in the nose on passing downs. The Giants proved last season you cant have enough studs at the Dend spot.

They traded for John Abraham and drafted Jamaal Anderson last year. No way they take Long even if he's there.

The most surprising pick to me besides Long falling to 4 has to be the KC pick. I know they need Olinemen, but if they dont find a way to trade out of that spot, Id expect them to take Gholston and play him at end, or Dorsey, and look to bolster that line starting in the early 2nd. The draft is deep with Otackle prospects.

Unless they think Jared Allen is leaving for sure, there's no need to take Gholston with Allen and Tamba Hali at the ends. And like I said, they drafted DT's in the 2nd and 3rd last year and they have to give them move of a chance.First pick of the day coming up...

I see alot of "no way" picks in this mock. Which is great. Chris Long is not one of them. If he falls into someone's lap outside of 1 or 2, that team needs to be smart enough to take him. If Atlanta needs to give John Abraham his walking papers or deal him for a mid-round pick in order to improve their team, then they need to do it. 30 tackles in 16 games just isnt getting it done. And this'll be that every other year he misses 6 or 7 games. The draft is about drafting players. Not needs. Atlanta needs everything. And Ellis seems to be a nice player, but if Im drafting a Dtackle early, I want a guy with the height to improve his frame and build. Ellis is barely 6 feet. And the guy looked basically out of shape at the combine. And after the BS TN has accepted with Lendale White being a lazy pos, refusing to get in elite shape after his days at SC, Im just not taking the chance on anything but a sure thing with a pick that high. Again, with Atlanta it needs to be about minimal risk. Long is a minimal risk type player. And with the KC pick, I hear you about having 2 Dends in place. So that probably wont go that route with Gholston. But I dont expect theyre gonna go with a lineman from Boise State that high either. Which elite teams do they match up with every year? Not many. He may be a nice player, but top 5? Cmon.

 

[twitch]

26. Jacksonville Jaguars- Lawrence Jackson, DE - U.S.C.

Trading Marcus Stroud to the Bills seems a peculiar move. Perhaps they feel they're going to get just as much from Derek Landri. I'm tempted to put Kentwan Balmer here, but after losing McCray they need someone to play opposite Spicer and Jackson was very productive for USC. How much playing next to Sedrick Ellis has to do with that is debatable.

I think he's an excellent all around DE and is kind of a forgotten man compared to the other, more flashy DEs in this draft.

This would be a tremendous pick for Jacksonville, and I hope it doesnt happen. Spicer is old. Jackson would be a serious upgrade, or at the very least give them great depth. This kid's gonna be a strong NFL player for a while, imo. Nice call. Dont know if he 'grades' as a 1st rounder, but he should if he doesnt.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

27. San Diego Chargers - Kenny Phillips, S - Miami (Fl.)

Another pick that seems to be showing up more and more. He could easily go higher than this, but at the same time, his mediocre season and post-season workouts make him one of the the bigger question marks around. It would be difficult for the Chargers to not take a replacement for Roman Oben - Gosder Cherilus would be a fine pick here.

After releasing McCree, they're left with Eric Weddle and supplimental pick Paul Oliver at the safety spots. This pick helps them hedge their bets a bit.

 

[twitch]

Albert probably is logical....but I still don't like it. I don't think he, or any guard, is worthy of a top 25 selection. OT is very deep this year, so they'd still be able to address that in round 2 if they looked at their 2nd most glaring need here in the first: Youth on the defensive line/front 7.I'd have thought about DL for sure there with the Williamses/Otahs off the board.

(Psst. Just between you and me, make sure you're here for round 2 )

Oh, I'm not going anyplace. I just think I'd be just as happy with a guy like Shoe-tree at OG later on vs. burning a top pick on Albert. I just don't get a great vibe from him. Maybe he makes the shift to OT/becomes a beast in the pros and shuts me up. If they selected him, I'd be more than happy to be wrong about him. I'd have went Balmer, but this isn't my "Annual Super-Mega 3 Round Post-Combine" gig. Clearly, though, the Steelers need to address both sides of their trench. Albert does exactly that.

The last Virginia player Pittsburgh drafted was probably Heath Miller. This kid's probably the same kind of hard-nosed, blue-collar player. Groh is an old-school coach, and the good players that he sends to the pros are pretty well coached. I think the Steelers fans would love this guy.

 

[Capella]

Last one for the day.

This is more of a BPA pick, although it does fill a looming need...

20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Keith Rivers, LB - U.S.C.

Brooks is ancient and Rivers is a great heir apparent. Rivers has the speed to be very similar to Brooks' style in the Tampa 2. This team better get young fast on the defensive side of the ball.

This would also be a decent landing spot for Brian Brohm, but I don't think he's as mobile as Gruden likes a QB to be.

Maybe, but I think they'll plug Cato June in there when Brooks is done this year. fwiw, the defense is actually plenty young. Rudd, June, Gaines Adams, Greg White, Tanard Jackson, Jermaine Phillips, etc all under 30. Brooks and Barber are really the only two significant players who are older.

 

[Ridgelake]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

 

[Urinal Mint]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

Everyone shoe-horns Felix Jones here, and I just don't see it happening. I think Dallas can find a complementary RB in round 2 or 3.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Last one for the day.

This is more of a BPA pick, although it does fill a looming need...

20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Keith Rivers, LB - U.S.C.

Brooks is ancient and Rivers is a great heir apparent. Rivers has the speed to be very similar to Brooks' style in the Tampa 2. This team better get young fast on the defensive side of the ball.

This would also be a decent landing spot for Brian Brohm, but I don't think he's as mobile as Gruden likes a QB to be.

Maybe, but I think they'll plug Cato June in there when Brooks is done this year.

I forgot about Cato June. I think he's better off staying outside, but you might be right.

fwiw, the defense is actually plenty young. Rudd, June, Gaines Adams, Greg White, Tanard Jackson, Jermaine Phillips, etc all under 30. Brooks and Barber are really the only two significant players who are older.

I thought their d-line and corners were older than that.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

Everyone shoe-horns Felix Jones here, and I just don't see it happening. I think Dallas can find a complementary RB in round 2 or 3.

I hate mocking the Cowboys pick. No matter who you put in there, there's a section of fans that are going to hate it.FWIW - The second tier of backs are vastly overrated.

 

[twitch]

27. San Diego Chargers - Kenny Phillips, S - Miami (Fl.)

Another pick that seems to be showing up more and more. He could easily go higher than this, but at the same time, his mediocre season and post-season workouts make him one of the the bigger question marks around. It would be difficult for the Chargers to not take a replacement for Roman Oben - Gosder Cherilus would be a fine pick here.

After releasing McCree, they're left with Eric Weddle and supplimental pick Paul Oliver at the safety spots. This pick helps them hedge their bets a bit.

This pick would make some sense for SD, and only make that secondary even scarier down the road. But I was thinking big-body, interior Dline or maybe Oline with this pick. Jamal Williams was hurt seemingly all year, and that line wasnt quite the same. But the nose position is a hard one to fill, and few guys can play it. If there's someone that fits their profile in this draft, they may look to go in that direction. A guy that I think that could really use would be a quick receiver like Jackson out of Cal. Theyve got the big-bodied WRs like Jackson and Chambers, and of course Gates is basically a WR. But with Jackson, theyd have that quick slot guy. Im sure he'd add value as a return man after losing Turner as well. Another pick that I wouldnt want to see would be Jonathan Stewart. He may slide down a bit, but I dont know if he'll fall that far. But the last thing I want to see is add another stud in there to back up LT, but I think he'd make a nice addition if he's still on the board.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

27. San Diego Chargers - Kenny Phillips, S - Miami (Fl.)

Another pick that seems to be showing up more and more. He could easily go higher than this, but at the same time, his mediocre season and post-season workouts make him one of the the bigger question marks around. It would be difficult for the Chargers to not take a replacement for Roman Oben - Gosder Cherilus would be a fine pick here.

After releasing McCree, they're left with Eric Weddle and supplimental pick Paul Oliver at the safety spots. This pick helps them hedge their bets a bit.

I'm hearing a lot of rumblings from my guy in Philly that they're looking at S and OL in this draft. I would not be shocked if they didn't take him or another S at 19.

 

[Ridgelake]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

Everyone shoe-horns Felix Jones here, and I just don't see it happening. I think Dallas can find a complementary RB in round 2 or 3.

I would be seriously pissed if they took Felix here. If you're gonna use a 1st on a RB, he darn well better be able to carry the load. You can successfully argue Mendenhall and Stewart. But Felix is too small to be an every down back. How is his blocking? Think he can pick up a blitzing LB and keep Romo alive? And for a "speed" back, he sure ran slow at the combine. No, I really don't see how he would fit in Dallas at this pick.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

I want them to take a WR in the first but every single time someone suggests it, Cowboys fans take a crap on that opinion.

 

[Capella]

Last one for the day.

This is more of a BPA pick, although it does fill a looming need...

20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Keith Rivers, LB - U.S.C.

Brooks is ancient and Rivers is a great heir apparent. Rivers has the speed to be very similar to Brooks' style in the Tampa 2. This team better get young fast on the defensive side of the ball.

This would also be a decent landing spot for Brian Brohm, but I don't think he's as mobile as Gruden likes a QB to be.

Maybe, but I think they'll plug Cato June in there when Brooks is done this year.

I forgot about Cato June. I think he's better off staying outside, but you might be right.

fwiw, the defense is actually plenty young. Rudd, June, Gaines Adams, Greg White, Tanard Jackson, Jermaine Phillips, etc all under 30. Brooks and Barber are really the only two significant players who are older.

I thought their d-line and corners were older than that.

Barber is 33 I think. Their dline is all rather young.

 

[Urinal Mint]

If it's Malcolm Kelly or James Hardy, I don't think many have an issue with it.

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

I want them to take a WR in the first but every single time someone suggests it, Cowboys fans take a crap on that opinion.

 

[Urinal Mint]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

I want them to take a WR in the first but every single time someone suggests it, Cowboys fans take a crap on that opinion.

I wouldn't be worried about how the fan base perceives your projections. Jerry Jones doesn't care when he does the picking.

 

[Ridgelake]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

I want them to take a WR in the first but every single time someone suggests it, Cowboys fans take a crap on that opinion.

I've kind of grown on the idea of Dallas taking a WR at 28. It really helps to have 22 to fill other needs. This allows them to take more of a chance.I know they were looking HARD at Bowe and Meacham last year. Especially Bowe.Doucet caught Garrett's eye at the Senior bowl. He would not surprise me in the least going here. With the board available, Hardy might make sense. I don't like Jackson though. Too small. He's Roscoe Parrish II. I could also argue the Oklahoma Safety, especially since he's a hybrid corner/safety.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

Everyone shoe-horns Felix Jones here, and I just don't see it happening. I think Dallas can find a complementary RB in round 2 or 3.

I would be seriously pissed if they took Felix here. If you're gonna use a 1st on a RB, he darn well better be able to carry the load. You can successfully argue Mendenhall and Stewart. But Felix is too small to be an every down back. How is his blocking? Think he can pick up a blitzing LB and keep Romo alive? And for a "speed" back, he sure ran slow at the combine. No, I really don't see how he would fit in Dallas at this pick.

Well that sucks because that's who I had there. Again, it's on the philosophy that they're looking for guys that can play right away. And I think you're wrong about a 1st round RB having to carry the load. Teams are getting smarter about this and I love the trend toward two guys sharing the load.And besides, 40 times don't tell the whole story. He had the 2nd best shuttle time, ran a 4.44 40 which was 8th best (still not terrible) among RBs, had a 33 in. vertical, and a 10'4" broad jump. I think he'd be a great compliment to Marion Barberl

28. Dallas Cowboys- Felix Jones, RB - Arkansas

Boring pick because everyone else has it. Still I really do think this pick makes a lot of sense. The Cowboys have to be looking for guys that can contribute right away since their window is wide open but could close just as quick. I think the 2nd tier of backs is overrated, but Jones is definitely at the top of the 2nd tier list.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

I want them to take a WR in the first but every single time someone suggests it, Cowboys fans take a crap on that opinion.

I wouldn't be worried about how the fan base perceives your projections. Jerry Jones doesn't care when he does the picking.

But he does follow a pattern, one where he doesn't take first round recievers.I personally think he's better off taking someone like Reggie Smith or one of the top WRs, but I just can't see him doing it.

 

[Jiggyonthehut]

26. Jacksonville Jaguars- Lawrence Jackson, DE - U.S.C.

Trading Marcus Stroud to the Bills seems a peculiar move. Perhaps they feel they're going to get just as much from Derek Landri. I'm tempted to put Kentwan Balmer here, but after losing McCray they need someone to play opposite Spicer and Jackson was very productive for USC. How much playing next to Sedrick Ellis has to do with that is debatable.

I think he's an excellent all around DE and is kind of a forgotten man compared to the other, more flashy DEs in this draft.

I like this pick a great deal,but with all picks that make too much sense, they are destined to never work out. The Jags management has had a man :boner: for Gosder Cherilus since the Senior Bowl, talking to him incessantly, and hounding him also at the combine. They envision him as their next RT, and with the release of ex-Pro Bowl G Chris Naeole and the FA status of Maurice Williams, who played real well in relief of Naeole, the Jaguars have a hole at the Guard spot. Brandon Albert would be perfect here but perhaps a better scenario would be to draft Cherilus to play the RT position and move current RT Tony Pashos inside to man the LG spot. Pashos is great as a run blocker but he struggles with speedy DE's and commits way too many penalties when a DE is drawn out wide. He is, however, a damn good lineman when in close quarters. Gosder can come in and become the immediate RT and would upgrade our line in 2 facets. Not only can we now pass protect on the right side, our running game does not miss a beat.

While DE makes the most sense here, Cherilus may represent the most value to the Jaguars at this spot.

 

[Urinal Mint]

I've kind of grown on the idea of Dallas taking a WR at 28. It really helps to have 22 to fill other needs. This allows them to take more of a chance.I know they were looking HARD at Bowe and Meacham last year. Especially Bowe.Doucet caught Garrett's eye at the Senior bowl. He would not surprise me in the least going here. With the board available, Hardy might make sense. I don't like Jackson though. Too small. He's Roscoe Parrish II. I could also argue the Oklahoma Safety, especially since he's a hybrid corner/safety.

I think they're going to push hard for Eddie Royal out of VT as their speed guy at WR and PR/KR.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

26. Jacksonville Jaguars- Lawrence Jackson, DE - U.S.C.

Trading Marcus Stroud to the Bills seems a peculiar move. Perhaps they feel they're going to get just as much from Derek Landri. I'm tempted to put Kentwan Balmer here, but after losing McCray they need someone to play opposite Spicer and Jackson was very productive for USC. How much playing next to Sedrick Ellis has to do with that is debatable.

I think he's an excellent all around DE and is kind of a forgotten man compared to the other, more flashy DEs in this draft.

I like this pick a great deal,but with all picks that make too much sense, they are destined to never work out. The Jags management has had a man :boner: for Gosder Cherilus since the Senior Bowl, talking to him incessantly, and hounding him also at the combine. They envision him as their next RT, and with the release of ex-Pro Bowl G Chris Naeole and the FA status of Maurice Williams, who played real well in relief of Naeole, the Jaguars have a hole at the Guard spot. Brandon Albert would be perfect here but perhaps a better scenario would be to draft Cherilus to play the RT position and move current RT Tony Pashos inside to man the LG spot. Pashos is great as a run blocker but he struggles with speedy DE's and commits way too many penalties when a DE is drawn out wide. He is, however, a damn good lineman when in close quarters. Gosder can come in and become the immediate RT and would upgrade our line in 2 facets. Not only can we now pass protect on the right side, our running game does not miss a beat.

While DE makes the most sense here, Cherilus may represent the most value to the Jaguars at this spot.

This is excellent information here. I know they're having some issues with their o-line, but didn't know they were hot on Gosder. I will definitely catalog this for my final pre-draft mock. Thanks!

 

[B Maverick]

27. San Diego Chargers - Kenny Phillips, S - Miami (Fl.)

Another pick that seems to be showing up more and more. He could easily go higher than this, but at the same time, his mediocre season and post-season workouts make him one of the the bigger question marks around. It would be difficult for the Chargers to not take a replacement for Roman Oben - Gosder Cherilus would be a fine pick here.

After releasing McCree, they're left with Eric Weddle and supplimental pick Paul Oliver at the safety spots. This pick helps them hedge their bets a bit.

This pick would make some sense for SD, and only make that secondary even scarier down the road. But I was thinking big-body, interior Dline or maybe Oline with this pick. Jamal Williams was hurt seemingly all year, and that line wasnt quite the same. But the nose position is a hard one to fill, and few guys can play it. If there's someone that fits their profile in this draft, they may look to go in that direction. A guy that I think that could really use would be a quick receiver like Jackson out of Cal. Theyve got the big-bodied WRs like Jackson and Chambers, and of course Gates is basically a WR. But with Jackson, theyd have that quick slot guy. Im sure he'd add value as a return man after losing Turner as well. Another pick that I wouldnt want to see would be Jonathan Stewart. He may slide down a bit, but I dont know if he'll fall that far. But the last thing I want to see is add another stud in there to back up LT, but I think he'd make a nice addition if he's still on the board.

SD has a 1st and no 2nd, 3rd or 4th (depending on the comp pick for donnie edwards). I love this pick and would be happy with a DT, CB or Oline.WR would be the worst choice for SD. They drafted Davis last year, traded a 2nd for Chambers and VJ came on in the playoffs. Of course Gates is their top receiving talent and LT can catch out of the backfield.

Sproles is a fine return man and in a pinch Cromartie can do it too. I dont think Desean would be avery wise pick.

Also, RB would be a bad move too. LT is still the man and there are plenty of later round rbs they can pick up and even some FAs they can look at to hold the backup until next year.

I would even be ok with trading down (this is around the spot where a player falls and a team like Chi may trade up for a QB, Brohm, Henne, Flacco, etc). Get another couple picks or another 1st next year. Seems to be the trend.

 

[ConstruxBoy]

Hmmm, so does Dallas go safety or WR here?

Everyone shoe-horns Felix Jones here, and I just don't see it happening. I think Dallas can find a complementary RB in round 2 or 3.

I would be seriously pissed if they took Felix here. If you're gonna use a 1st on a RB, he darn well better be able to carry the load. You can successfully argue Mendenhall and Stewart. But Felix is too small to be an every down back. How is his blocking? Think he can pick up a blitzing LB and keep Romo alive? And for a "speed" back, he sure ran slow at the combine. No, I really don't see how he would fit in Dallas at this pick.

FWIW, I thought his blocking was decent and his effort was good in the LSU game.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

29. San Francisco 49ers (from Indianapolis) - Gosder Cherilus, OT - Boston College

Losing Justin Smiley doesn't help an already poor offensive line that saw Larry Allen retire. I originally had Chilo Rachal here, but then read they're going to move Joe Staley to LT. Cherilus would be a great fit at RT.

Picking up Justin Smith and Isaac Bruce in free agency were good moves. Even if the Bruce signing is just short term, it's sufficient to go a ways in saving some jobs if he and Darrell Jackson can make some noise.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Offensive tackles are boring, aren't they? Especially those on the right side.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

Andy, I cheated a little and checked out your mock on draft guys. Do you really see the Bears not getting any QB's in the first three rounds? Henne or Flacco (my choice) seems like a good fit.

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

29. San Francisco 49ers (from Indianapolis) - Gosder Cherilus, OT - Boston College

Losing Justin Smiley doesn't help an already poor offensive line that saw Larry Allen retire. I originally had Chilo Rachal here, but then read they're going to move Joe Staley to LT. Cherilus would be a great fit at RT.

Picking up Justin Smith and Isaac Bruce in free agency were good moves. Even if the Bruce signing is just short term, it's sufficient to go a ways in saving some jobs if he and Darrell Jackson can make some noise.

Philips probably wont be there for SD's pick, seeing Gosder available make me happy though.And to twitchs point, SD is not drafting another receiver. they have craig daivs to fill the slot/wr3 role

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Andy, I cheated a little and checked out your mock on draft guys. Do you really see the Bears not getting any QB's in the first three rounds? Henne or Flacco (my choice) seems like a good fit.

Awww. I hope that doesn't ruin the surprise...I'm really torn on that. I'm just not sure how much of an upgrade either of those guys is to Rex. At least in the short term. I mean.Very tough to get a reading on just where teams rank these QBs.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

30. Green Bay Packers- Dan Connor, OLB - Penn St.

Linebacker, like runningback, seems to be a position that a lot of teams sleep on. This time, it's to the benefit of the Pack who like the Bills last year get to snap up an excellent prospect from Linebacker U. Rumor is, Connor may be better than Posluszny. If that's the case, a trio of Hawk, Barnett, Connor will be tough on the NFC.

At the very least he's an upgrade to the serviceable but not special Brady Poppinga.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

Andy, I cheated a little and checked out your mock on draft guys. Do you really see the Bears not getting any QB's in the first three rounds? Henne or Flacco (my choice) seems like a good fit.

Awww. I hope that doesn't ruin the surprise...I'm really torn on that. I'm just not sure how much of an upgrade either of those guys is to Rex. At least in the short term. I mean.Very tough to get a reading on just where teams rank these QBs.

They need someone, Grossman only signed a 1 year deal and Griese is gone. Orton isn't the answer and we all know that any QB worth spit won't hit the FA market.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Andy, I cheated a little and checked out your mock on draft guys. Do you really see the Bears not getting any QB's in the first three rounds? Henne or Flacco (my choice) seems like a good fit.

Awww. I hope that doesn't ruin the surprise...I'm really torn on that. I'm just not sure how much of an upgrade either of those guys is to Rex. At least in the short term. I mean.Very tough to get a reading on just where teams rank these QBs.

They need someone, Grossman only signed a 1 year deal and Griese is gone. Orton isn't the answer and we all know that any QB worth spit won't hit the FA market.

True. But you also have to try to win this year and like it or not (and I know most don't) Rex Grossman is the QB again this year. The picks I have are intended to give every chance of winning this year.

 

[scrumptrulescent]

30. Green Bay Packers- Dan Connor, OLB - Penn St.

Linebacker, like runningback, seems to be a position that a lot of teams sleep on. This time, it's to the benefit of the Pack who like the Bills last year get to snap up an excellent prospect from Linebacker U. Rumor is, Connor may be better than Posluszny. If that's the case, a trio of Hawk, Barnett, Connor will be tough on the NFC.

At the very least he's an upgrade to the serviceable but not special Brady Poppinga.

I have no problem with this as a Packer fan. The Pack are getting a guy that eats, drinks, sleeps, and deficates football. I wouldn't doubt he goes higher actually b/c he's interviewing off the charts and teams are falling in love with him. I'd take him at #30 gladly.Safe to assume the Giants take Talib? That was an obvious options for Green Bay here along with Reggie Smith.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

30. Green Bay Packers- Dan Connor, OLB - Penn St.

Linebacker, like runningback, seems to be a position that a lot of teams sleep on. This time, it's to the benefit of the Pack who like the Bills last year get to snap up an excellent prospect from Linebacker U. Rumor is, Connor may be better than Posluszny. If that's the case, a trio of Hawk, Barnett, Connor will be tough on the NFC.

At the very least he's an upgrade to the serviceable but not special Brady Poppinga.

I have no problem with this as a Packer fan. The Pack are getting a guy that eats, drinks, sleeps, and deficates football. I wouldn't doubt he goes higher actually b/c he's interviewing off the charts and teams are falling in love with him. I'd take him at #30 gladly.

I love him just like I loved Posluszny last year. But linebacker is a position that just doesn't seem to get enough love in the first round.

Safe to assume the Giants take Talib? That was an obvious options for Green Bay here along with Reggie Smith.

Close, but not quite...

 

[Andy Dufresne]

31. New York Giants - Reggie Smith, CB/S - Oklahoma

The blow of losing Gibril Wilson to the Raiders is softened with this selection. Similar to Griffin last year, Smith has the potential to play anywhere in the defensive backfield.

Could play corner in a pinch.

 

[scrumptrulescent]

30. Green Bay Packers- Dan Connor, OLB - Penn St.

Linebacker, like runningback, seems to be a position that a lot of teams sleep on. This time, it's to the benefit of the Pack who like the Bills last year get to snap up an excellent prospect from Linebacker U. Rumor is, Connor may be better than Posluszny. If that's the case, a trio of Hawk, Barnett, Connor will be tough on the NFC.

At the very least he's an upgrade to the serviceable but not special Brady Poppinga.

I have no problem with this as a Packer fan. The Pack are getting a guy that eats, drinks, sleeps, and deficates football. I wouldn't doubt he goes higher actually b/c he's interviewing off the charts and teams are falling in love with him. I'd take him at #30 gladly.

I love him just like I loved Posluszny last year. But linebacker is a position that just doesn't seem to get enough love in the first round.

Safe to assume the Giants take Talib? That was an obvious options for Green Bay here along with Reggie Smith.

Close, but not quite...

Flowers.Talib and Smith the big losers in your 1st round.

 

[scrumptrulescent]

31. New York Giants - Reggie Smith, CB/S - Oklahoma

The blow of losing Gibril Wilson to the Raiders is softened with this selection. Similar to Griffin last year, Smith has the potential to play anywhere in the defensive backfield.

Could play corner in a pinch.

I was close but wrong again.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Flowers.Talib and Smith the big losers in your 1st round.

I think Flowers is overrated simply because Mayock promotes him.I don't think Talib is the sure thing that most people think and Smith certainly, certainly should and could go much higher (wouldn't mind him as a Viking).

 

[Deranged Hermit]

30. Green Bay Packers- Dan Connor, OLB - Penn St.

Linebacker, like runningback, seems to be a position that a lot of teams sleep on. This time, it's to the benefit of the Pack who like the Bills last year get to snap up an excellent prospect from Linebacker U. Rumor is, Connor may be better than Posluszny. If that's the case, a trio of Hawk, Barnett, Connor will be tough on the NFC.

At the very least he's an upgrade to the serviceable but not special Brady Poppinga.

As a Bears fan, it'll make me sick if GB gets Connor. I think he's the cream of the crop at LB this year and that'll give the Pack a LB corp that's as good as any in Football.

 

[B Maverick]

so are we moving on to round 2 and 3 or am i going to be bored the rest of the day???

 

[Andy Dufresne]

so are we moving on to round 2 and 3 or am i going to be bored the rest of the day???

Oh, I've got rounds 2 & 3 all ready to go. I think I'll put up two picks at a time for round two and three at a time for round three since I'll be out tomorrow (Minnesota State HS hockey tournament time! ).

 

[B Maverick]

so are we moving on to round 2 and 3 or am i going to be bored the rest of the day???

Oh, I've got rounds 2 & 3 all ready to go. I think I'll put up two picks at a time for round two and three at a time for round three since I'll be out tomorrow (Minnesota State HS hockey tournament time! ).

 

[zadok]

19. Philadelphia Eagles- Limas Sweed, WR - Tennessee

Why the Eagles brass doesn't like taking skill players early is beyond me. This year, their hand is forced. After failing in their play to get Randy Moss, they take one of the two closest to NFL-ready receivers available.

I'm not a big fan of Sweed, but his time at the combine surprised me and this is the big bodied WR the Eagles need.

(Sweed went to Texas of course, not Tennessee)Although DeSean Jackson would make a heck of a lot of sense here - primarily as a returner.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Beginning of round 2

32. Miami - Kentwan Balmer, DE - North Carolina

The Dolphins were the worst team in the league against the run last year.

33. St. Louis - Malcolm Kelly, WR - Oklahoma

Bruce is gone and both Holt & Bennett are getting older.

 

[twitch]

27. San Diego Chargers - Kenny Phillips, S - Miami (Fl.)

Another pick that seems to be showing up more and more. He could easily go higher than this, but at the same time, his mediocre season and post-season workouts make him one of the the bigger question marks around. It would be difficult for the Chargers to not take a replacement for Roman Oben - Gosder Cherilus would be a fine pick here.

After releasing McCree, they're left with Eric Weddle and supplimental pick Paul Oliver at the safety spots. This pick helps them hedge their bets a bit.

This pick would make some sense for SD, and only make that secondary even scarier down the road. But I was thinking big-body, interior Dline or maybe Oline with this pick. Jamal Williams was hurt seemingly all year, and that line wasnt quite the same. But the nose position is a hard one to fill, and few guys can play it. If there's someone that fits their profile in this draft, they may look to go in that direction. A guy that I think that could really use would be a quick receiver like Jackson out of Cal. Theyve got the big-bodied WRs like Jackson and Chambers, and of course Gates is basically a WR. But with Jackson, theyd have that quick slot guy. Im sure he'd add value as a return man after losing Turner as well. Another pick that I wouldnt want to see would be Jonathan Stewart. He may slide down a bit, but I dont know if he'll fall that far. But the last thing I want to see is add another stud in there to back up LT, but I think he'd make a nice addition if he's still on the board.

SD has a 1st and no 2nd, 3rd or 4th (depending on the comp pick for donnie edwards). I love this pick and would be happy with a DT, CB or Oline.WR would be the worst choice for SD. They drafted Davis last year, traded a 2nd for Chambers and VJ came on in the playoffs. Of course Gates is their top receiving talent and LT can catch out of the backfield.

Sproles is a fine return man and in a pinch Cromartie can do it too. I dont think Desean would be avery wise pick.

Also, RB would be a bad move too. LT is still the man and there are plenty of later round rbs they can pick up and even some FAs they can look at to hold the backup until next year.

I would even be ok with trading down (this is around the spot where a player falls and a team like Chi may trade up for a QB, Brohm, Henne, Flacco, etc). Get another couple picks or another 1st next year. Seems to be the trend.

Good insight. Sounds like they'll really need to make that pick count, and I completly forget about them drafting Davis last season. So point taken. The Jackson pick would make little sense. And Sproles does do a heckuva job in the return game. Trading down seems like a good call if it helps them acquire an extra pick.