Sig/Eric Falco (Optimum Scouting) post Sr. Bowl mock (1 Viewer)

[Bracie Smathers]

They just completed an entire mock on Twitter few hours ago.

They alternated turns. Bloom got the first pick.

Interesting.

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Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

1. #Texans - Jadeveon Clowney, DE, S Car - More of a sure thing than any QB and magnifies value of Watt #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

2 #Rams: Greg Robinson, Aub-Trade down likely for team looking for Teddy (Jac/Oak) he can start at RT,turn OL into strength. #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

3. #Jaguars- Johnny Manziel, QB, TAMU - A potentially transformative figure for franchise in doldrums. Creative OC #PostSrBowlMock #oops

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

4. #Browns: Sammy Watkins, Clemson-Watkins is a premium talent who, paired w/Gordon, should make their future QB successful. #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

5. #Raiders - Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Lville - Instant fix, could be a steal because of concerns about frame #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

6. #Falcons: Jake Matthews, TXAM - Strongly considered Khalil Mack here, but Matthews gives bookend tackles to protect Ryan #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

7. #buccaneers - Khalil Mack, OLB, Buff - Immediate SLB starter. Lovie at first sight in Leslie Frazier D. #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

8. #Vikings: Blake Bortles, UCF - Keys are Norv's offense and Matt Cassel already in place at QB. Let Bortles sit, develop #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

9. #Bills - CJ Mosley, LB, Bama - Fits next to Alonso at WLB, pairing up LBs who can run, cover, make plays for Schwartz D #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

10. #Lions: HaHa Clinton-Dix, Alabama - Bit of a reach here, but better than reaching on WR. Ideally, move down a few spots #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

11. #Titans - Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan - Turnover coming at OT for Titans, time to look to future - technically sound #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

12. #Giants: Anthony Barr, UCLA - Barr at 12th overall is a steal. NYG has needed LB help for years. Barr has All-Pro upside #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

13. #Rams - Darqueze Dennard, CB, Mich St - Finnegan Begin Again. Another physical press CB who can maximize pass rush value #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

14. #Bears: Aaron Donald, Pitt - Size be damned, Aaron Donald proved in Mobile he's worth a Top 20 pick. Fits what CHI needs #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

15. #Steelers - Eric Ebron, TE, UNC - developing 21st century offense w more 2 TE looks - downfield weapon, puts Ds in bind #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

16. #Ravens: Zach Martin, Notre Dame - Their OL really struggled, especially after Monroe/Yanda. Martin can play RT or OG #PostSRBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

17. #cowboys - Dee Ford, OLB/DE, Auburn - wheeeee, can play run on way to the QB in this scheme #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting4 hrs

18. #Jets: Marqise Lee, WR, USC - Bit forgotten in USC struggles, Lee is reliable pass catcher, can work underneath for Geno #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom4 hrs

19. #dolphins - Cyrus Kouandjio, OT, Bama - best player available at position of massive need. potential LT #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting3 hrs

20. #Cardinals: Derek Carr, FresnoSt - Great fit for Arians vertical off. Sit behind Palmer for 1-2 years, work w/footwork #PostSRBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom3 hrs

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#Packers - Jace Amaro, TE, Tx Tech - Instant impact receiver, can make things happen after catch. Blocking big question #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting3 hrs

22. #Eagles: Calvin Pryor, SAF, Louisville - A NT like Hageman an option, but Pryor fills big need for struggling secondary #PostSRBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom3 hrs

23. #Chiefs - Mike Evans, WR, TAMU - BPA falls into KC lap, also happens to fill a major need. Combine will be big for him #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting3 hrs

24. #Bengals - Kyle Van Noy, LB, BYU - Know people like Shazier more, he's a fit too, but Van Noy not a guy I'd bet against #PostSRBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom3 hrs

25. #chargers - Justin Gilbert, CB, Ok St - instant return impact, speed, needs to be more patient, but arrow pointing up #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting3 hrs

26 #Browns: Kyle Fuller,CB, VT -Thought about QB Thomas, but CLE fans would kill me. Fuller pairs w/Haden. J.Ward option too #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom3 hrs

27. #saints - Odell Beckham, WR, LSU - restock Brees' weapons, local favorite, better value than best def players available #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting3 hrs

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#Panthers: Allen Robinson, WR, PSU - Cam needs young, vertical threats. They'll have options as teams pass early on WR #PostSRBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom3 hrs

29. #Patriots - Louis Nix, DT, ND - Time to groom heir to Wilfork's spot. #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting3 hrs

30 #49ers: Jimmie Ward, DB, N.Ill - Reach? Maybe, but 49ers don't have many needs. Fills 5th DB day 1. Remember AJ Jenkins #PostSrBowlMock

　

Sigmund Bloom‏@SigmundBloom3 hrs

31. #Broncos - Will Sutton, DT, ASU - 1st: @mattwaldman picking SEA 18-3 (swap of QB jersey #s). 2nd: Better than SR tape. #PostSrBowlMock

　

Eric Galko‏@OptimumScouting3 hrs

32. #Seahawks: Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri -Does he fit what they need? Maybe not. But too good of talent to leave 1st round. #PostSrBowlMock

 

[Bracie Smathers]

Here is a mock that was posted at Optimum Scouting a few days ago for comparison's sake.

http://www.optimumscouting.com/draft/2013-nfl-mock-draft/mock-draft.html

2014 NFL Mock Draft: January 23rd UpdateWritten by Eric Galko on

23 January 2014.

1. Houston Texans - Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina
With Bill O’Brien as their head coach, the Texans are in prime position to take advantage of a talented roster with a quarterback expert like O’Brien at the helm. However, that doesn’t mean they need to draft a quarterback here at 1st overall. Trusting in O’Brien to make the most at the position while adding an elite talent like Clowney to an already impressive defensive unit.

2. St. Louis Rams (via WASH) – Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn
The Rams have already made it clear they are looking to move down, and it could lead to a Teddy Bridgewater sweepstakes for the Rams to secure a large haul. Whether they stay put or not, they’ll certainly look at offensive linemen for at least one of their first round picks. Robinson is still the best in the class.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars - Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville
The crown jewel of the class for the Jaguars, don’t be surprised to see them trade up to secure the top quarterback in this class. If they are unable to get him for whatever reason, don’t expect them to reach for a quarterback, as they’ll opt for Khalil Mack or Anthony Barr instead.

4. Cleveland Browns – Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson
The rumors are that they’re intrigued by Johnny Manziel and are the favorite’s to land him right now. But based on other teams’ interest and his skill set, Manziel doesn’t belong in the Top 10 picks. The Browns should look to add more playmakers on offense, with the hopes that Sammy Watkins helps whoever their franchise quarterback is down the road.

5. Oakland Raiders – Khalil Mack, DE/OLB, Buffalo
Quarterback is still an undetermined need for the Raiders, but if they pass at the position, adding more talent to this defense is a must-do. Khalil Mack isn’t a finished product quite yet, but his remarkable talent and upside is tough to deny and is worth developing for a young roster like Oakland’s.

6. Atlanta Falcons – Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M
The Falcons are looking at defensive ends or offensive linemen early and often in the 2014 NFL Draft, and they’ll likely take the best prospect at those two positions. With Clowney and Greg Robinson off the board, the next best lineman is Texas A&M’s Jake Matthews, who may be better than his 2013 teammate Luke Joeckel.

7. Tampa Bay Bucs – Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State
Last year’s 3rd round pick Mike Glennon had his moments this year, and he proved why Greg Schiano believed he could be an NFL starter. However, with a new regime in place, Glennon isn’t a lock to be the starter. New Bucs offensive coordinator Jeff Tedford is very close with the Carr family, including working with Carr much of last season.

8. Minnesota Vikings – Blake Bortles, QB, UCF
The Vikings need to find their next “franchise quarterback” after Christian Ponder turned out to be a bust, and landing a high ceiling, yet work-in-progress Blake Bortles could be a perfect fit for new offensive coordinator Norv Turner’s system. It’d be best for Bortles to sit behind Matt Cassel for at least the first half of his rookie season, if not longer.

9. Buffalo Bills – Zach Martin, OG, Notre Dame
Without many needs that fit with this draft class 9th overall, the Bills may be forced to reach a bit on their draft board with the 9th overall pick. While Khalil Mack would be the ideal fit, it’s more than likely he won’t be here. I’ve heard the Bills are very interested in a handful of guards to draft with their first rounder, and Martin is the best “guard” prospect in this class.

10. Detroit Lions – Marqise Lee, WR, USC
After Calvin Johnson, the Lions don’t have a receiver that’s talented enough to be a legitimate NFL starter. In fact, most of their receivers would struggle to make many NFL rosters. While it’s reminiscent of the Matt Millen years, Marqise Lee is a consistent, talented, middle of the field receiver who could make the Stafford-to-Megatron connection even more dominant.

11. Tennessee Titans - Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri
Despite their lack of a great record, the Titans have done a great job in drafting recently, frequently hitting on their first rounders and finding playmakers on defense later in the draft. Assuming they won’t target a quarterback or running back this high in the draft, adding another high-upside pass rusher fits the Titans MO.

12. New York Giants – Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA
Anthony Barr proved to be more of a developmental project this season than evaluators thought, and he’s fallen behind Khalil Mack for the best edge rusher in this class not named Clowney. Still, his athleticism and high upside should put him somewhere in the Top 12 picks. The Giants have always needed linebacker help, and Barr can play both strong side linebacker and situationally as a down rusher.

13. St. Louis Rams – Ha-Ha Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama
Safety is arguably the Rams top need, and Clinton-Dix is arguably the top safety in this class. That being said, don’t be surprised to see the Rams trade down from this pick to take advantage of the talented offensive tackles, tight ends, and cornerbacks still available here. If they stick here or move down a few spots, Clinton-Dix is likely a prime target.

14. Chicago Bears – CJ Mosley, ILB, Alabama
Looking to target a top front seven defender with their first round pick, the best prospect that fits that mold is Alabama’s CJ Mosley. One of the “safer” prospects on defense in this class thanks to his strength against the run and versatility to play the middle or strong side, Mosley could slip in right away as an impact starter and eventual leader for this defense.

15. Pittsburgh Steelers - Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan
The Steelers have swung and missed on offensive linemen frequently in the past few years, and it’s been reflective of their offense. They need to keep Big Ben upright for the future, and Lewan fits the nasty-lineman mold that the Steelers have known for.

16. Baltimore Ravens – Allen Robinson, WR, Penn State
After losing Anquan Boldin, it was clear this offense took a step back, and it’s no secret they miss having a consistently reliable, first down receiver. Mike Evans of Texas A&M is the most physical, biggest bodied receiver in the class, but the Ravens should look for the better talent at the position. Reminding of Keenan Allen, Robinson is worthy of a Top 20 pick.

17. Dallas Cowboys – Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh
The Cowboys secondary was woefully unsuccessful this year, and much of that has to do with their safety play and their interior pass rushing. Safety is certainly an option, but finding an upfield 3-technique rusher like Donald could force quarterbacks off balance, leading to turnovers for the Dallas defensive backs.

18. New York Jets – Odell Beckham Jr, WR, LSU
Leaving LSU early along with teammate Jarvis Landry, Beckham possesses the better skill set of the two, and has the higher upside to be an NFL #1 WR. Beckham may not be on the national scene yet, but he’s an elite talent with the vertical ability to take over for Santonio Holmes as the feature receiver for Geno Smith moving forward.

19. Miami Dolphins – Cyrus Kouandjio, OT, Alabama
Kouandjio could easily go higher than this thanks to his mauling upfield run blocking and a rare physicality in pass protection, but the Dolphins should be able to get one of the falling left tackle prospects in this class to address their most dire position. While we view him as a 2nd round prospect, it’d be a surprise if he didn’t go Top 20.

20. Arizona Cardinals – Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina
The Bruce Arians offense has really turned this Cardinals franchise around, but they’re not a finished product as a team to consistently compete in the brutal NFC West. With Fitzgerald on one side and the emergence of Michael Floyd on the other, the outside weapons for Carson Palmer are there. Adding a Top 10 talent in Eric Ebron, like Arians wanted in Indianapolis when he advocated for Coby Fleener and Dwayne Allen , could attack the middle of the field, and dominate defenses similarly to how the Bears big three weapons had success this past season.

21. Green Bay Packers – Jace Amaro, TE, Texas Tech
Jermichael Finely suffered a brutal injury last year, and there are doubts as to what the Packers should expect from him in the future. Either way, Aaron Rodgers and this offense have been fantastic at utilizing all of their weapons, and adding a versatile receiving threat like Amaro could further frustrate their NFC North foes.

22. Philadelphia Eagles – Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State
The Eagles have invested in the cornerback position in recent years, but it hasn’t produced results yet. Cary Williams is highly inconsistent, Bradley Fletcher has battled through injuries, and Brandon Boykin has been very impressive but is limited to nickel coverage on most occasions. Add in the best cornerback in this class, and the Eagles go from concerns to the secondary to being a free safety away from their defensive backfield being a plus.

23. Kansas City Chiefs – Calvin Pryor, SAF, Louisville
The Chiefs could go a handful of ways to add to their surprisingly effective 2013 roster, but looking towards why their season ended may be the best way to approach the draft. After Andrew Luck torched the Kansas City safeties, all eyes turned to the draft to find a player long-term next to Eric Berry. Pryor is very talented and already high on NFL boards as a safety prospect, and likely winds up in the first round.

24. Cincinnati Bengals - Ryan Shazier, OLB, Ohio State
The Bengals have done a fantastic job in drafting the past few years, so finding a glaring need for them is difficult. But Shazier gives this team an active linebacker to complement Vontaze Burfict for the future on this defense.

25. San Diego Chargers - Kyle Van Noy, OLB, BYU
They’ve invested heavily in the past on the pass rush, but the Chargers still need more talent in that department. Van Noy can play both inside and outside in the 3-4 set, and he can provide both depth and an instant impact for this defense.

26. Cleveland Browns (via IND) – Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M
If the Browns pass on Manziel at #4 overall (which would be the best decision), they still could land him with their second first rounder. I’m not sure many teams feel he’s a fit for their offense as a first rounder, and if the Browns are so adamant about getting Manziel, adding a weapon like Sammy Watkins first should do wonders for whenever this offense is ready for Johnny Football.

27. New Orleans Saints – Jeremiah Attaochu, OLB, Georgia Tech
Rob Ryan has done wonders with this defense, but it’s no secret they need more pass rush help, talent-wise, for the future. Attaochu was remarkably impressive as a sophomore and produced at a high level in ore a true 3-4 defense, which scouts will certainly notice when they review him. He’ll fit in well as an edge rusher in a 3-4 set.

28. Carolina Panthers – Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State
Steve Smith shouldn’t be relied on for the future if the Panthers hope to further Cam Newton’s development. Adding a new vertical stretching playmaker in Brandin Cooks is exactly what the doctor ordered for the thriving Panthers offense.

29. San Francisco 49ers - Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State
The front seven for the 49ers is battle tested and loaded with talent, but the secondary could still use an upgrade, especially depth-wise. Gilbert can step in day one and play outside at the cornerback spot in nickel sets, with the upside of being a starter early in his career.

30. New England Patriots - Louis Nix, DT, Notre Dame *
Vince Wilfork went down with an injury earlier this year for the Patriots, and they can’t afford to bank on an injured Wilfork for the next four or five years, especially thanks to his impact on the defense. Nix reminds a lot of Wilfork, and he’ll get a chance to learn from him for at least a year.

31. Seattle Seahawks – Gabe Jackson, OG, Mississippi State
Seattle, like Cincinnati, has done a great job in drafting in the past few years, especially in the later rounds defensively. While they could go defensive line depth or add to a quickly depleting secondary, I think they consider adding a talented interior offensive lineman like Gabe Jackson to support the offense’s dominant running game.

32. Denver Broncos - Anthony Johnson, DT, LSU
The Broncos have the league’s best offense, but their defense still needs ample work if they hope for sustained excellence. Johnson somewhat got lost in the shuffle of the talented LSU juniors to declare along with filling a long line of former Tiger defensive linemen in the NFL, but he’s a talented upfield rusher that can give this defense added help in pass defense.

 

[Donnybrook]

Here is a mock that was posted at Optimum Scouting a few days ago for comparison's sake.

7. Tampa Bay Bucs – Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State

Last year’s 3rd round pick Mike Glennon had his moments this year, and he proved why Greg Schiano believed he could be an NFL starter. However, with a new regime in place, Glennon isn’t a lock to be the starter. New Bucs offensive coordinator Jeff Tedford is very close with the Carr family, including working with Carr much of last season.

I now understand why Galko thinks Tampa will reach for Carr. However. it doesn't mean the rest of the organization will endorse this pick. Look no further than Buffalo taking EJ Manuel over Ryan Nassib.

 

[ex-ghost]

No Evans in the 2nd mock - interesting.

 

[Grahamburn]

Here is a mock that was posted at Optimum Scouting a few days ago for comparison's sake.

7. Tampa Bay Bucs – Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State

Last year’s 3rd round pick Mike Glennon had his moments this year, and he proved why Greg Schiano believed he could be an NFL starter. However, with a new regime in place, Glennon isn’t a lock to be the starter. New Bucs offensive coordinator Jeff Tedford is very close with the Carr family, including working with Carr much of last season.

I now understand why Galko thinks Tampa will reach for Carr. However. it doesn't mean the rest of the organization will endorse this pick. Look no further than Buffalo taking EJ Manuel over Ryan Nassib.

Tedford is likely pretty far down on the totem pole as far as personnel decisions go. Lovie wants a QB who protects the football. Glennon's TD/INT ratio as a rookie was 19/9.

Mack is getting mocked to the Bucs quite a bit.

 

[Spike]

Would be stunned to the max if the Steelers drafted anything other than defense in the first round.

 

[Sweet Love]

Is it safe to write in blood that the Jets are going with WR?

 

[GroveDiesel]

Mosley is definitely the guy I would most like to see Buffalo take. Watkins would be fantastic too, but I don't think there's any chance he'll last that long.

 

[Time Kibitzer]

No way Odell Beckham Jr. goes in the first round of the NFL draft imo. Too small and too slow. Guy might not even be a 2nd round pick.

 

[JFS171]

Seems like a lot of these mocks have a ton of offensive players going in the first round… and not just lineman or QBs. There's a lot of WRs and TEs in both these mocks, and I personally would be surprised if that many ended up in the first round.

It's a loaded draft for WRs and TEs, but that just pushes the value down IMO. Sure the transcendent talents will still rise and be drafted highly (Watkins, Evans if he tests well, Lee perhaps) but I doubt we get to Robinson, Cooks, Beckham, etc. in the first round. Not sure we'll see multiple TEs in the first either...

Just my 2 cents.

 

[Bracie Smathers]

Optimum Scouting updated their top-100 player big-board for the NFL draft.

Here are the top-ten names.

Go to the link for the rest of the list.

http://www.optimumscouting.com/draft/static/2013-nfl-draft-big-board.html

1. DE Jadeveon Clowney, South Carolina

2. OT Greg Robinson, Auburn

3. OLB Anthony Barr, UCLA

4. OLB Khalil Mack, Buffalo

5. OT Jake Mathews, Texas A&M

6. ILB C.J. Mosely, Alabama

7. WR Sammy Watkins, Clemson

8. TE Eric Ebron, North Carolina

9. OT Taylor Lewan, Michegan

10. DT Aaron Donald, Pittsburgh

 

[The Hank]

Would be stunned to the max if the Steelers drafted anything other than defense in the first round.

NT, DE, CB, S are huge needs. Nix III, Clinton-Dix would be considered if I was Colbert. Also Dennard and Gilbert.

There is an outside chance of a WR if Watkins falls, but that will be highly unlikely IMO.

 

[beto]

He lost me when he said Matt Cassel is an OK stop gap in Minnesota.