My (no trades) Mock (1 Viewer)

[Z-Dog]

1. Houston - Reggie Bush, RB - BPA, plain and simple

2. New Orleans - D'Brickshaw Ferguson, OT - Other than trading down, only other player I could see here is Leinert.

3. Tennessee - Matt Leinert, QB - Could be VY too, but NYJ would take the other QB anyway

4. New York Jets - Vince Young, QB - this offense desperately needs a playmaker

5. Green Bay - Mario Williams, DE - Best defensive player in the draft

6. San Francisco - AJ Hawk, LB - With Peterson gone, and Hawk available, it's hard to see SF doing anything else

7. Oakland - Haloti Ngata, DT - with Young off the board, Oakland will look at the top-rate interior lineman

8. Buffalo - Broderick Bunkley, DT - After getting burned with Williams, Buffalo might be too shy to select Justice.

9. Detroit - Chad Greenway, LB - Huff has been the popular pick, but Detroit needs a LB more, and Greenway is the kind of high-character guy a new regime needs.

10. Arizona - Jay Cutler, QB - With McCown gone, Arizona seems primed for a QB with Cutler's tools. Warner won't last forever, and this is a pretty decent value spot for Cutler.

11. St. Louis - Vernon Davis, TE - Yes, St. Louis needs some help on defense, but with a need at TE and such a great prospect available, St. Louis will change its plans

12. Cleveland - Kamerion Wimbley, OLB - a great pass-rusher for the 3-4 defense

13. Baltimore - Winston Justice, OT - He'll play RT for a bit first, but for a team that wants to do a lot of power running, that's just fine

14. Philadelphia - Ernie Sims, LB - Lots of speed and coverage ability make this guy a great fit

15. Denver - Michael Huff, S/CB - Nobody was quite sure who Denver wanted here, but with Huff available, it hardly matters.

16. Miami - Chad Jackson, WR - They would have been fine with Holmes too

17. Minnesota - Jimmy Williams S/CB - With Greenway and Sims off the board, Minnny looks to a rangy player for the cover-2

18. Dallas - DeMarco Ryans, LB - A high-effort, Parcells-type player

19. San Diego - Santonio Holmes, WR - McCardell is getting old, Caldwell is gone, and Holmes can stretch the field

20. Kansas City - Antonio Cromartie, CB - Vast upside, and fits a critical need

21. New England - DeAngelo Williams, RB - Suddenly, NE has lots of needs, but Williams offers the best value here.

22. Denver - Mathias Kiwanuka, DE - Denver is clearly interested in a pass-rushing DE, and obviously felt that they could better at #22 than John Abraham.

23. Tampa - Tye Hill, CB - Another high-upside corner for a team with no depth at corner

24. Cincinnati - Tamba Hali, DE - Slow 40 time, but is a great fit as a secondary pass-rusher opposite Smith.

25. New York Giants - Bobby Carpenter, LB - Extremely versatile, which is great for a team that has only one LB position really settled.

26. Chicago - Jonathan Joseph, CB - Though WR and TE are needs, taking a player at either of those positions is a reach. Joseph will step into the nickle package immediately.

27. Carolina - Laurence Maroney, RB - This team is suddenly very thin at RB

28. Jacksonville - Thomas Howard, LB - Everyone knows about Jacksonville's need at LB.

29. New York Jets - Manny Lawson, LB - An ideal OLB in the 3-4. With plenty of good OL help still on board, and with Trey Teague on the team, obviating the need for Mangold, they go D here.

30. Indianapolis - Roger McIntosh, LB - Some see an RB here, but neither White nor Addai are a good fit, so Indy chooses D.

31. Seattle - Davin Joseph, OG - He'll have to step in for Hutch

32. Pittsburgh - Sinorice Moss, WR - He'll fill in a lot of the roles that Randle El filled, and will stretch the field.

 

[Ridgelake]

Some interesting picks.

On Ryans to Dallas. You are correct that the instictive Ryans is a good LB prospect. But at 229 pounds, he's going to have a hard time in a 3-4 where OLB's take on OTs regularly. Parcells likes BIG LBs. 250+ guys. If you are looking for an instictive Parcells LB, Carpenter is a better fit.

 

[Z-Dog]

Some interesting picks.

On Ryans to Dallas. You are correct that the instictive Ryans is a good LB prospect. But at 229 pounds, he's going to have a hard time in a 3-4 where OLB's take on OTs regularly. Parcells likes BIG LBs. 250+ guys. If you are looking for an instictive Parcells LB, Carpenter is a better fit.

I had him listed at 236, and I think he will put on a bit more weight. It's true that Parcells likes bigger LBs though - I may have to rethink this one.

 

[Bankerguy]

I like to see some different takes.

You need to re-think your Dallas and Detroit picks.

 

[Despyzer]

I'm getting so tired of people thinking that WR is the Chargers' biggest/only need. That's simply not the case.

Whenever I see this in a mock, I immediately discard it as being written by a guy who failed to do his homework and instead looked to see who everyone else said this team was drafting.

 

[SproutDaddy]

I'm getting so tired of people thinking that WR is the Chargers' biggest/only need. That's simply not the case.

Whenever I see this in a mock, I immediately discard it as being written by a guy who failed to do his homework and instead looked to see who everyone else said this team was drafting.

I feel the same way when I see people thinking SF is taking Vernon Davis at #6! I can't see a tight end being taken that high! This guy hasn't been as much as a hype as KW3, so there isn't anyway I see him going in the top 10, nor do I think he is worth that high of a pick!

 

[Z-Dog]

I'm getting so tired of people thinking that WR is the Chargers' biggest/only need. That's simply not the case.

Whenever I see this in a mock, I immediately discard it as being written by a guy who failed to do his homework and instead looked to see who everyone else said this team was drafting.

SD has other needs, but they also have other draft picks. Yes, the defensive secondary needs help too, at both S and CB. I could see Cromartie or Hill here too. But my thinking is that after McCardell and Parker, there's not much. Jackson may have some promise, but he's a bigger WR, not as fast. Holmes, in both the role he'll play and the level of talent, brings something to the team that they don't have. With Tomlinson, Gates, and Rivers all young, You already have your posession targets. What you need to make this team an offensive juggernaut for the next 5 years is a talented deep threat. Because Holmes is so exactly what the team needs, I made him the selection.

 

[cstu]

I'm getting so tired of people thinking that WR is the Chargers' biggest/only need. That's simply not the case.

Whenever I see this in a mock, I immediately discard it as being written by a guy who failed to do his homework and instead looked to see who everyone else said this team was drafting.

I feel the same way when I see people thinking SF is taking Vernon Davis at #6! I can't see a tight end being taken that high! This guy hasn't been as much as a hype as KW3, so there isn't anyway I see him going in the top 10, nor do I think he is worth that high of a pick!

Vernon Davis is the best RECEIVER in the draft and that's what SF needs. Antonio Bryant is fine WR, but he's not enough to help Alex Smith get the job done. Kellen Winslow isn't the athlete that Davis is and was hyped because he played for Miami.

 

[Despyzer]

SD has other needs, but they also have other draft picks. Yes, the defensive secondary needs help too, at both S and CB. I could see Cromartie or Hill here too. But my thinking is that after McCardell and Parker, there's not much. Jackson may have some promise, but he's a bigger WR, not as fast. Holmes, in both the role he'll play and the level of talent, brings something to the team that they don't have. With Tomlinson, Gates, and Rivers all young, You already have your posession targets. What you need to make this team an offensive juggernaut for the next 5 years is a talented deep threat. Because Holmes is so exactly what the team needs, I made him the selection.

Good defense.... carry on.

 

[scratcher]

I see a lot of mocks with the Eagles picking Sims. I'm not sure if I understand this pick. Sure he played SAM in college but I dont think there's a chance of that in the NFL.

Eagles already have plenty of WILLs (Barber, McCoy, Simoneau), why would we spend our first round pick on one? If anyone knows the reasoning behind this pick (other than BPA), let me know.

 

[ILoveMyLions]

I like to see some different takes.

You need to re-think your Dallas and Detroit picks.

Greenway at #9 is a reach at this point...if they trade down, maybe...

 

[weasel3515]

Gotta agree with ILoveMyLoins. Although I am a Greenway fan, no way Detroilet takes him at #9. If they want him, they move down. Also suprised LynnDale White didn't make the first round. Be that as it may, gotta give anybody credit who has the b*lls to post a mock. Good effort!

 

[Z-Dog]

Gotta agree with ILoveMyLoins. Although I am a Greenway fan, no way Detroilet takes him at #9. If they want him, they move down. Also suprised LynnDale White didn't make the first round. Be that as it may, gotta give anybody credit who has the b*lls to post a mock. Good effort!

Thanks, hope it is useful.I think that Greenway is a guy whose projected draft slot is lower b/c of a bad 40 time. The guy is a fast player, who can cover and run sideline-to-sideline. He had a bad sprint, but I think his versatility and playing speed will be too tough for Detroit to ignore. I'm not projecting trades, and that's an obvious spot for one.

 

[Bri]

Gotta agree with ILoveMyLoins.  Although I am a Greenway fan, no way Detroilet takes him at #9.  If they want him, they move down.  Also suprised LynnDale White didn't make the first round.  Be that as it may, gotta give anybody credit who has the b*lls to post a mock.  Good effort!

Thanks, hope it is useful.I think that Greenway is a guy whose projected draft slot is lower b/c of a bad 40 time. The guy is a fast player, who can cover and run sideline-to-sideline. He had a bad sprint, but I think his versatility and playing speed will be too tough for Detroit to ignore. I'm not projecting trades, and that's an obvious spot for one.

I thought he was "weak" in the 225 reps, I dunno maybe I'm thinking of someone else. I do like them taking a LBer. I was just reading how they're not likely to re-sign Holmes and both lehmana nd Boss missed their minicamp due to injuries so they need the help.Curious as to why you didn't give Zona an OL? It kinda stands out to me as a given. You figure Cutler is too good to pass up?

 

[Texasmouth]

I like to see some different takes.

You need to re-think your Dallas and Detroit picks.

I think the cowboys will be looking for a Safety at that spot, not a linebacker.

 

[matuski]

I'm getting so tired of people thinking that WR is the Chargers' biggest/only need. That's simply not the case.

Whenever I see this in a mock, I immediately discard it as being written by a guy who failed to do his homework and instead looked to see who everyone else said this team was drafting.

I feel the same way when I see people thinking SF is taking Vernon Davis at #6! I can't see a tight end being taken that high! This guy hasn't been as much as a hype as KW3, so there isn't anyway I see him going in the top 10, nor do I think he is worth that high of a pick!

Vernon Davis is the best RECEIVER in the draft and that's what SF needs. Antonio Bryant is fine WR, but he's not enough to help Alex Smith get the job done. Kellen Winslow isn't the athlete that Davis is and was hyped because he played for Miami.

That would be Bush.

 

[Evilgrin 72]

Huff at 15?



Other than that, I like most of the picks.

 

[Bankerguy]

I like to see some different takes.

You need to re-think your Dallas and Detroit picks.

I think the cowboys will be looking for a Safety at that spot, not a linebacker.

I respectfully disagree, however I am interested who you think then?Huff WILL be gone. Do you see a trade down? Or reach for Whitner?

 

[Z-Dog]

Gotta agree with ILoveMyLoins. Although I am a Greenway fan, no way Detroilet takes him at #9. If they want him, they move down. Also suprised LynnDale White didn't make the first round. Be that as it may, gotta give anybody credit who has the b*lls to post a mock. Good effort!

Thanks, hope it is useful.I think that Greenway is a guy whose projected draft slot is lower b/c of a bad 40 time. The guy is a fast player, who can cover and run sideline-to-sideline. He had a bad sprint, but I think his versatility and playing speed will be too tough for Detroit to ignore. I'm not projecting trades, and that's an obvious spot for one.

I thought he was "weak" in the 225 reps, I dunno maybe I'm thinking of someone else. I do like them taking a LBer. I was just reading how they're not likely to re-sign Holmes and both lehmana nd Boss missed their minicamp due to injuries so they need the help.Curious as to why you didn't give Zona an OL? It kinda stands out to me as a given. You figure Cutler is too good to pass up?

I think the draft will have an OL starter for Arizona in the second or even third round. Cutler is a 2-year project, but he's a potential franchise QB. I thikn Denny Green knows what he's looking for at QB, and Cutler's strong arm makes him a good fit for that offense.

 

[Bri]

Gotta agree with ILoveMyLoins.  Although I am a Greenway fan, no way Detroilet takes him at #9.  If they want him, they move down.  Also suprised LynnDale White didn't make the first round.  Be that as it may, gotta give anybody credit who has the b*lls to post a mock.  Good effort!

Thanks, hope it is useful.I think that Greenway is a guy whose projected draft slot is lower b/c of a bad 40 time. The guy is a fast player, who can cover and run sideline-to-sideline. He had a bad sprint, but I think his versatility and playing speed will be too tough for Detroit to ignore. I'm not projecting trades, and that's an obvious spot for one.

I thought he was "weak" in the 225 reps, I dunno maybe I'm thinking of someone else. I do like them taking a LBer. I was just reading how they're not likely to re-sign Holmes and both lehmana nd Boss missed their minicamp due to injuries so they need the help.Curious as to why you didn't give Zona an OL? It kinda stands out to me as a given. You figure Cutler is too good to pass up?

I think the draft will have an OL starter for Arizona in the second or even third round. Cutler is a 2-year project, but he's a potential franchise QB. I thikn Denny Green knows what he's looking for at QB, and Cutler's strong arm makes him a good fit for that offense.

OK, interesting. Thanks, I was just curious

 

[Bob_Magaw]

I see a lot of mocks with the Eagles picking Sims.  I'm not sure if I understand this pick.  Sure he played SAM in college but I dont think there's a chance of that in the NFL. 

Eagles already have plenty of WILLs (Barber, McCoy, Simoneau), why would we spend our first round pick on one?  If anyone knows the reasoning behind this pick (other than BPA), let me know.

interesting mock... i liked the fact that you mixed things up & it wasn't the same safe but tired old picks to the usual suspects... can't speak for z-dog,

but sims might make sense given barber is old & has seen better days, mccoy is unproven & with nowhere close to sims pedigree & simoneau shouldn't even be in the same conversation with sims...

the most convincing reason that sims (or any LB) might not go so high is they don't seem to be highly prioritized in the eagles view of things... unfortunately, the highest grade OL/DL prospects that might be available about #14 probably won't be (justice, bunkley & ngata)...

so if they don't trade up, they could go in a few directions...

 

[WhoDat]

On Ryans to Dallas. You are correct that the instictive Ryans is a good LB prospect. But at 229 pounds, he's going to have a hard time in a 3-4 where OLB's take on OTs regularly. Parcells likes BIG LBs. 250+ guys. If you are looking for an instictive Parcells LB, Carpenter is a better fit.

I do not disagree but Ryans' on field intelligence and read/react skills are special. Plus, he is a high character kid. Neither of those comments are knocks against Carpenter but I feel Ryans' lack of size might be forgotten given some EQ and IQ factors. I also agree the Lions will not take Greenway that early. They can trade down and get him. Good work and effort. It is a tough crowd and anyone willing to put themselves out in front of the group deserves a