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Well, this Cardinals mock draft is extremely different than any of my previous mocks due to the recent signings by the Cardinals. Here's an analysis of the team's biggest needs:
1. RB is no longer an area of concern now that the Cardinals have gone out and signed Edgerrin James. This positon will not need to be addressed afterall.
2. DT - Eventhough the Cardinals did not re-sign Russell Davis, they were able to acquire Clancy as a FA. No longer too much of a need with Clancy and Dockett penciled in as their starters.
3. Safety - Adrian Wilson remains one of the NFL's elite safeties, however, the Cardinals may look to add another playmaker on defense to play alongside Wilson. Robert Griffith was decent last season, but another playmaker on this young defense would be ideal.
4. LB- Gerald Hayes and/or James Darling are expected to start at ILB, however Darling has excelled with the Cardinals on the outside, and Hayes hasn't shown the ability to stay healthy throughout his career as a Cardinal. ILB should be addressed via the draft.
5. CB - The Cardinals spent a couple of draft picks on young DBs (Rolle, Green) in last year's draft, however, this position is still in need of servicable back-ups and more depth. After Rolle, Macklin, Green, Tate, the Cardinals really have no one else who can play this position at the NFL level.
O-Line- The Cardinals were able to address some of their needs along the offensive line via free agency. May want to bring someone in via the draft that they can bring along slowly, but would probably be better off addressing this position through free agency
6. QB- The Cardinals deceided to re-sign Kurt Warner, however, with the recent departure of Josh McCown, the Cardinals lack a quality backup. Rohan Davey and John Navarre are the only other 2 QBs that the Cardinals currently have on their roster so they may look to add someone in the draft or later through Free Agency.
7. TE- Remains somewhat of an area of need, however, with Anquan Boldin, Larry Fitzgerald and Bryant Johnson as their top 3 WRs, they may be better off bringing in someone who is primary a blocker, rather than another pass catcher.
Here is my latest mock draft:
Round 1: Michael Huff, S, Texas:
Again, now that the Cardinals offense has all of the weapons and pieces that it needs to be among the NFL's most explosive, I think Denny sets out to bring in a playmaker on the other side of the ball in Round 1. Adrian Wilson is among the league's elite at the position, but I would like to see the Cardinals bring in someone who could play alongside him and make plays as well.
Other possibilities: Vince Young, Jimmy Williams, Vernon Davis
Round 2: D'Qwell Jackson , LB, Maryland:
I really think that the focus in the draft is going to be bringing in players who can come in and contribute on the defensive side of the ball, and the LB position is an area that could definetely use some help. Gerald Hayes has shown some potential and ability to make plays in the limited action that he has seen, however his health has been a major question mark throughout his short career as a Cardinal. James Darling could start at this position, but seems much better suited as an outside backer rather than on the inside.
Other possibilities: Ko Simpson, Eric Winston, Nick Mangold, Darnell Bing, Max Jean-Gilles, Taitusi Lutui
Round 3: Dee Webb, CB, Florida:
Cardinals drafted Antrell Rolle and Eric Green last season, however this position remains in need of some quality depth and/or someone who can come in and effectively start or play the nickel, when necessary. Webb could come in and be brought along somewhat slowly and given time to develop, or play special teams.
Other possibilities: Chris Chester, Anthony Smith, Marcus Maxey, Spencer Havner
Round 4: Omar Jacobs, QB, Bowling Green:
Could be a major steal for the Cardinals if he is still available when they go on the clock on Day 2. This guy could have potentially been a First Round pick has he entered the draft just a season ago, but a bad season dramatically hurt this guy's stock, as he is now somewhat of a wild-card in this year's draft. I would have to think that if Jacobs is available here, Denny would not be able to pass on selecting him.
1. RB is no longer an area of concern now that the Cardinals have gone out and signed Edgerrin James. This positon will not need to be addressed afterall.
2. DT - Eventhough the Cardinals did not re-sign Russell Davis, they were able to acquire Clancy as a FA. No longer too much of a need with Clancy and Dockett penciled in as their starters.
3. Safety - Adrian Wilson remains one of the NFL's elite safeties, however, the Cardinals may look to add another playmaker on defense to play alongside Wilson. Robert Griffith was decent last season, but another playmaker on this young defense would be ideal.
4. LB- Gerald Hayes and/or James Darling are expected to start at ILB, however Darling has excelled with the Cardinals on the outside, and Hayes hasn't shown the ability to stay healthy throughout his career as a Cardinal. ILB should be addressed via the draft.
5. CB - The Cardinals spent a couple of draft picks on young DBs (Rolle, Green) in last year's draft, however, this position is still in need of servicable back-ups and more depth. After Rolle, Macklin, Green, Tate, the Cardinals really have no one else who can play this position at the NFL level.
O-Line- The Cardinals were able to address some of their needs along the offensive line via free agency. May want to bring someone in via the draft that they can bring along slowly, but would probably be better off addressing this position through free agency
6. QB- The Cardinals deceided to re-sign Kurt Warner, however, with the recent departure of Josh McCown, the Cardinals lack a quality backup. Rohan Davey and John Navarre are the only other 2 QBs that the Cardinals currently have on their roster so they may look to add someone in the draft or later through Free Agency.
7. TE- Remains somewhat of an area of need, however, with Anquan Boldin, Larry Fitzgerald and Bryant Johnson as their top 3 WRs, they may be better off bringing in someone who is primary a blocker, rather than another pass catcher.
Here is my latest mock draft:
Round 1: Michael Huff, S, Texas:
Again, now that the Cardinals offense has all of the weapons and pieces that it needs to be among the NFL's most explosive, I think Denny sets out to bring in a playmaker on the other side of the ball in Round 1. Adrian Wilson is among the league's elite at the position, but I would like to see the Cardinals bring in someone who could play alongside him and make plays as well.
Other possibilities: Vince Young, Jimmy Williams, Vernon Davis
Round 2: D'Qwell Jackson , LB, Maryland:
I really think that the focus in the draft is going to be bringing in players who can come in and contribute on the defensive side of the ball, and the LB position is an area that could definetely use some help. Gerald Hayes has shown some potential and ability to make plays in the limited action that he has seen, however his health has been a major question mark throughout his short career as a Cardinal. James Darling could start at this position, but seems much better suited as an outside backer rather than on the inside.
Other possibilities: Ko Simpson, Eric Winston, Nick Mangold, Darnell Bing, Max Jean-Gilles, Taitusi Lutui
Round 3: Dee Webb, CB, Florida:
Cardinals drafted Antrell Rolle and Eric Green last season, however this position remains in need of some quality depth and/or someone who can come in and effectively start or play the nickel, when necessary. Webb could come in and be brought along somewhat slowly and given time to develop, or play special teams.
Other possibilities: Chris Chester, Anthony Smith, Marcus Maxey, Spencer Havner
Round 4: Omar Jacobs, QB, Bowling Green:
Could be a major steal for the Cardinals if he is still available when they go on the clock on Day 2. This guy could have potentially been a First Round pick has he entered the draft just a season ago, but a bad season dramatically hurt this guy's stock, as he is now somewhat of a wild-card in this year's draft. I would have to think that if Jacobs is available here, Denny would not be able to pass on selecting him.
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