The "Mid-Combine" mock - 1st round. (1 Viewer)

[Andy Dufresne]

Assuming no trades, which is a BAD assumption...

1. Oakland - Jamarcus Russell (QB - L.S.U.)

I'm still not sold on Russell being a #1 overall talent, but after letting Brooks go, Walters can't be the answer.

2. Detroit - Joe Thomas (OT - Wisconsin)

I highly doubt the Lions stay in this spot. But if they do, Thomas is the safest pick - which is probably paramount for this franchise.

3. Cleveland - Calvin Johnson (WR - Georgia Tech)

A surprise? Possibly. But he is the #1 BPA in the draft, both Edwards and Winslow are "mercurial" at best, and they can find a runner later in the draft.

4. Tampa Bay - Brady Quinn (QB - Notre Dame)

Another surprise? I don't think so. Gruden really doesn't seem to like Simms all that much and Gradowski isn't the answer.

5. Arizona - Adrian Peterson (RB - Oklahoma)

James is on the downside and they want to work him less. Given the league's trend to two rotating backs, this makes too much sense.

6. Washington - Alan Branch (DT - Michigan)

Their d-line is not good.

7. Minnesota - Amobi Okoye (DT - Louisville)

They have ZERO depth at the position. Fat Pat is fantastic, but also wears down and is entering his 10th year. A three DT rotation such as this would be

8. Houston - Jamaal Anderson (DE - Georgia)

Paired opposite Williams, "the plan" starts to make more sense.

9. Miami - Darrelle Revis (CB - Pitt)

Their d-backs only had 5 INT's total last year.

10. Atlanta - Gaines Adams (DE - Clemson)

Losing Kerney hurts but lining Adams up opposite Abraham would be NICE.

11. San Francisco - Adam Carriker (DE - Nebraska)

Stud.

12. Buffalo - Robert Meachem (WR - Tennessee)

Add a better #2 WR than the other Volunteer they currently have. Running that time at the combine shoots him up the charts.

13. St. Louis - Patrick Willis (LB - Ole Miss)

Other than Witherspoon, they have nothing at LB. Their d-line is miserable, but this is a better value.

14. Carolina - Laron Landry (SS - L.S.U.)

Lots of needs all of a sudden for this team. But they could lose both Minter and Williams at the safety spots.

15. Pittsburgh - Levi Brown (OT - Penn St.)

Hard team to project.

16. Green Bay - Marshawn Lynch (RB - Cal)

If they let Ahman Green go, this is automatic.

17. Jacksonville - Ted Ginn Jr. (WR - tOSU)

A WR is necessary to stretch the field, and criticisms of Ginn are overblown.

18. Cincinnati - Chris Houston (CB - Arkansas)

Their corners suck. 'Nuff said.

19. Tennessee - Leon Hall (CB - Michigan)

Ditto. And Pac Man may be released.

20. New York Giants - Ryan Kalil (C - USC)

Sounds like O'Hara may choose the "leave it" option of the "take it or leave it" option presented to him.

21. Denver - Charles Johnson (DE - Georgia)

Need more pressure on the QB plus better run "D".

22. Dallas - Justin Blalock (OG/OT - Texas)

Now that Parcells is gone, they can finally fix a broken line.

23. Kansas City - Dwayne Bowe (WR - L.S.U.)

Hey look! An actually #1 WR playing for the Chiefs.

24. New England (from Seattle) - Michael Griffin (S - Texas)

Ahead of Nelson?

25. New York Jets - Aaron Ross (CB - Texas)

Dyson and Poteat? Yikes!

26. Philadelphia - Lawrence Timmons (LB - Florida St.)

Need LB help even after drafting it the last couple years.

27. New Orleans - Greg Olsen (TE - Miami, Fl)

About the only area left that needs upgrading on the Saints offense.

28. New England - Paul Pozluszny (LB - Penn St.)

The rich get richer. MUCH richer.

29. Baltimore - Jarvis Moss (DE - Florida)

Losing Thomas hurts. Moss should be able to transition to the OLB in a 3-4.

30. San Diego - Reggie Nelson (FS - Florida)

Since Kiel may be in jail, Nelson steps into the FS position. He would have been an upgrade regardless.

31. Chicago - Tony Ugoh (T, Arkansas)

Nice combine allows the Bears to draft a replacement for their aging tackles.

32. Indianapolis - Justin Harrell (DT - Tennessee)

Recovering from injury and Pitcock and Tyler just don't cut it for me.

No Dwayne Jarrett? Not when you run a 4.7.

 

[Colin Dowling]

I find it improbable that Meachem goes ahead of Ginn, just as I find it improbable that Revis goes ahead of Hall.

Harrell is a beast and is going to make someone between 30 and 40 very happy.

 

[wadegarrett]

Assuming no trades, which is a BAD assumption...3. Cleveland - Calvin Johnson (WR - Georgia Tech) A surprise? Possibly. But he is the #1 BPA in the draft, both Edwards and Winslow are "mercurial" at best, and they can find a runner later in the draft.

Browns won't take Johnson due to the fact they already have so much money tied up in WRs/TEs (Edwards, Winslow, Jurevicius and Northcutt). No way the Browns add another monster contract to that position. Just won't happen.

 

[cstu]

30. San Diego - Reggie Nelson (FS - Florida)Since Kiel may be in jail, Nelson steps into the FS position. He would have been an upgrade regardless.

I'd be thrilled with Nelson or Griffin - maybe they know how to drop 4th down passes.

 

[Donnybrook]

5. Arizona - Adrian Peterson (RB - Oklahoma)

James is on the downside and they want to work him less. Given the league's trend to two rotating backs, this makes too much sense.

How does having two great backs behind a suspect line make sense?

 

[EBF]

I still think Bowe goes before Meachem. I haven't seen one expert rank Meachem higher. The good 40 times is nice, but it's not that big of a deal (especially with Allison, S. Smith, Gonzalez, and Hill all running so well).

Arizona invested a lot of money in James. They're not good enough to afford the luxury of using a top 5 pick on another RB.

I think Steve Smith has an outside chance to sneak into the first round ala Reggie Wayne. Can you say underappreciated? He was always the second fiddle at USC, but he was always an impact player on the field and his workout numbers are impressive.

My gut says someone will make a move for Calvin Johnson. Detroit at #2 looks like a ripe spot for a swap.

I still think one of these QB-hungry teams would be better off swapping picks with Atlanta in some sort of deal for Schaub. I'm not sure if this is a realistic possibility, but it would make some sense.

 

[saintfool]

27. New Orleans - Greg Olsen (TE - Miami, Fl) About the only area left that needs upgrading on the Saints offense.

i keep seeing people pairing the saints and TE in the first. doesn't make sense to me. they have no problems moving the ball. they do need playmakers on defense at LB, CB and DT. i think with shanle re-signed the urgency behind grabbing a LB is somewhat abated. consequently, CB moves up in terms of priority. is there a standout CB this late in the round? i don't know...

 

[EBF]

Also:

Calvin Johnson just might be good enough to force a team to take him even if it doesn't necessarily "need" him. New Orleans had Deuce McAllister and Michael Bennett last year before they took Bush.

The Lions might come to the conclusion that CJ is simply too good to pass up.

 

[Colin Dowling]

I still think Bowe goes before Meachem. I haven't seen one expert rank Meachem higher. The good 40 times is nice, but it's not that big of a deal (especially with Allison, S. Smith, Gonzalez, and Hill all running so well).

Arizona invested a lot of money in James. They're not good enough to afford the luxury of using a top 5 pick on another RB.

I think Steve Smith has an outside chance to sneak into the first round ala Reggie Wayne. Can you say underappreciated? He was always the second fiddle at USC, but he was always an impact player on the field and his workout numbers are impressive.

My gut says someone will make a move for Calvin Johnson. Detroit at #2 looks like a ripe spot for a swap.

I still think one of these QB-hungry teams would be better off swapping picks with Atlanta in some sort of deal for Schaub. I'm not sure if this is a realistic possibility, but it would make some sense.

I wish Tennessee would package some of it's picks (and players, if need be) to Cleveland for the #3 to select Johnson if he falls that far.

 

[lord_helmet]

5. Arizona - Adrian Peterson (RB - Oklahoma)James is on the downside and they want to work him less. Given the league's trend to two rotating backs, this makes too much sense. How does having two great backs behind a suspect line make sense?

The draft is more than 1 round ? I like that pick... Also love the Broncos pickToo high - Kalil, Blaylock & Ugoh

 

[EBF]

I still think Bowe goes before Meachem. I haven't seen one expert rank Meachem higher. The good 40 times is nice, but it's not that big of a deal (especially with Allison, S. Smith, Gonzalez, and Hill all running so well).

Arizona invested a lot of money in James. They're not good enough to afford the luxury of using a top 5 pick on another RB.

I think Steve Smith has an outside chance to sneak into the first round ala Reggie Wayne. Can you say underappreciated? He was always the second fiddle at USC, but he was always an impact player on the field and his workout numbers are impressive.

My gut says someone will make a move for Calvin Johnson. Detroit at #2 looks like a ripe spot for a swap.

I still think one of these QB-hungry teams would be better off swapping picks with Atlanta in some sort of deal for Schaub. I'm not sure if this is a realistic possibility, but it would make some sense.

I wish Tennessee would package some of it's picks (and players, if need be) to Cleveland for the #3 to select Johnson if he falls that far.

I think a lot of people are hoping their team can move up and snag Johnson. But which teams have the assets to pull it off? I mention Atlanta because they have a nice trading piece in Schaub. As for Tennessee, I think they might be forced to sit back and hope that a guy like Bowe will fall to them. I definitely think they'll take a WR at some point on the first day.

 

[billymays]

once the viking fans show up all hell is gonna break loose.

 

[Christo]

5. Arizona - Adrian Peterson (RB - Oklahoma)James is on the downside and they want to work him less. Given the league's trend to two rotating backs, this makes too much sense. How does having two great backs behind a suspect line make sense?

That would be a worse move than Chicago made with Benson.

 

[Colin Dowling]

I still think Bowe goes before Meachem. I haven't seen one expert rank Meachem higher. The good 40 times is nice, but it's not that big of a deal (especially with Allison, S. Smith, Gonzalez, and Hill all running so well).

Arizona invested a lot of money in James. They're not good enough to afford the luxury of using a top 5 pick on another RB.

I think Steve Smith has an outside chance to sneak into the first round ala Reggie Wayne. Can you say underappreciated? He was always the second fiddle at USC, but he was always an impact player on the field and his workout numbers are impressive.

My gut says someone will make a move for Calvin Johnson. Detroit at #2 looks like a ripe spot for a swap.

I still think one of these QB-hungry teams would be better off swapping picks with Atlanta in some sort of deal for Schaub. I'm not sure if this is a realistic possibility, but it would make some sense.

I wish Tennessee would package some of it's picks (and players, if need be) to Cleveland for the #3 to select Johnson if he falls that far.

I think a lot of people are hoping their team can move up and snag Johnson. But which teams have the assets to pull it off? I mention Atlanta because they have a nice trading piece in Schaub. As for Tennessee, I think they might be forced to sit back and hope that a guy like Bowe will fall to them. I definitely think they'll take a WR at some point on the first day.

The Titans can offer a lot of draft picks and a near-Pro Bowl corner and return man still playing on his first contract.

 

[Donnybrook]

5. Arizona - Adrian Peterson (RB - Oklahoma)James is on the downside and they want to work him less. Given the league's trend to two rotating backs, this makes too much sense. How does having two great backs behind a suspect line make sense?

The draft is more than 1 round ? I like that pick... Also love the Broncos pickToo high - Kalil, Blaylock & Ugoh

Arizona would likely have the most expensive backfield in NFL history.

 

[billymays]

5. Arizona - Adrian Peterson (RB - Oklahoma)James is on the downside and they want to work him less. Given the league's trend to two rotating backs, this makes too much sense. How does having two great backs behind a suspect line make sense?

The draft is more than 1 round ? I like that pick... Also love the Broncos pickToo high - Kalil, Blaylock & Ugoh

Arizona would likely have the most expensive backfield in NFL history.

and still be getting about 3 ypc

 

[Andy Dufresne]

once the viking fans show up all hell is gonna break loose.

I am a Vikings fan.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

5. Arizona - Adrian Peterson (RB - Oklahoma)James is on the downside and they want to work him less. Given the league's trend to two rotating backs, this makes too much sense. How does having two great backs behind a suspect line make sense?

That would be a worse move than Chicago made with Benson.

I would argue that drafting Benson, and having both he and Jones in the same backfield, was a GOOD thing.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

I find it improbable that Meachem goes ahead of Ginn,

I don't. It's okay.

just as I find it improbable that Revis goes ahead of Hall.

I'm more confident in this than I am in Meachem ahead of Ginn.

Harrell is a beast and is going to make someone between 30 and 40 very happy.

Sounds like he's recovering nicely.

 

[Workhorse]

If the Pats are sold on Griffin (and I hope they are), they could trade down and possibly get him in the early 2nd round. Seems like his stock is slipping a bit.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Browns won't take Johnson due to the fact they already have so much money tied up in WRs/TEs (Edwards, Winslow, Jurevicius and Northcutt). No way the Browns add another monster contract to that position. Just won't happen.

Jurevicius is mediocre at best and Northcutt is a free agent that likely won't be re-signed.

 

[JMon348]

once the viking fans show up all hell is gonna break loose.

I am a Vikings fan.

i wouldnt really call u a fan , with ur always negative commentary.How do u say the Vikes have no depth at DT? Spencer Johnson and Ross Kolidjeh(sp?) both looked very good in the preseason and in spot duty during the year. Of course if Pat retires we need a big NT, but i think we get it, once he's gone, we dont need to draft one. Plus Okoye isnt a big "space eater". Vikes dont need anything on the DL.

 

[LHUCKS]

I was actually thinking I wouldn't mind AD going to the Cards if they can't make a move for Thomas...they could easily then trade him away and get some extra draft picks.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

i wouldnt really call u a fan , with ur always negative commentary.

The same way you can be a patriot where you love your country but hate your government.

How do u say the Vikes have no depth at DT? Spencer Johnson and Ross Kolidjeh(sp?) both looked very good in the preseason and in spot duty during the year. Of course if Pat retires we need a big NT, but i think we get it, once he's gone, we dont need to draft one. Plus Okoye isnt a big "space eater". Vikes dont need anything on the DL.

Johnson's okay, but Kolodziej is marginal.

 

[billymays]

once the viking fans show up all hell is gonna break loose.

I am a Vikings fan.

i wouldnt really call u a fan , with ur always negative commentary.How do u say the Vikes have no depth at DT? Spencer Johnson and Ross Kolidjeh(sp?) both looked very good in the preseason and in spot duty during the year. Of course if Pat retires we need a big NT, but i think we get it, once he's gone, we dont need to draft one. Plus Okoye isnt a big "space eater". Vikes dont need anything on the DL.

i like okoye, but it seems like they pick DL in the first just about every year.i looked at the mock again and i guess its not that bad a pick considering the vikings needs might be reaches here. who would you pick?

 

[Whiplash Inc.]

1. Oakland - Jamarcus Russell (QB - L.S.U.) I'm still not sold on Russell being a #1 overall talent, but after letting Brooks go, Walters can't be the answer.

I keep on wondering if Oakland is at all interested in Joe Thomas at 1.01....I know they need a QB, but with the risk factors involved, they really can't miss with this pick. I'm still not ready to call Gallery a bust and they are moving him back to RT, with Barry Sims being moved back to LT. Sims, IMO isn't good enough to anchor the left side, so maybe the safest thing they can do with the first pick is draft Thomas and put him in at LT and move Sims to LG.Sure they'd pass on what might become a franchise QB, but it might be the safest option. It all starts up front and I don't know how much better our Oline would be when all they do is reshuffle the starting personell.

 

[JMon348]

once the viking fans show up all hell is gonna break loose.

I am a Vikings fan.

i wouldnt really call u a fan :X , with ur always negative commentary.How do u say the Vikes have no depth at DT? Spencer Johnson and Ross Kolidjeh(sp?) both looked very good in the preseason and in spot duty during the year. Of course if Pat retires we need a big NT, but i think we get it, once he's gone, we dont need to draft one. Plus Okoye isnt a big "space eater". Vikes dont need anything on the DL.

i like okoye, but it seems like they pick DL in the first just about every year.i looked at the mock again and i guess its not that bad a pick considering the vikings needs might be reaches here. who would you pick?

im going to copy and paste what i wrote in the quinn to vikings thread:Why do we need a de? Kenechi and Erasmus have to play, they are first round picks and need to prove if they can play. James looked good before he got hurt, and Udeze had a horrible stat year, but still should be our starting DE.and we have good backups. Darrion Scott is a reliable third DE and Ray Edwards looked great in spot, pass rushing downs. If we draft a DE that means one of these guys wont see the field and i dont think thats right.My personal feelings, we need a great MLB, and there isnt one in FA or the draft, so we are stuck with moving and OLB there or nappy again. OLB is set, but not specatuclar, with EJ,Leber, and Greenway.I think we cut smoot, but are still ok at CB. Winfield and Griffin are nice starters with Devonte hopefully coming back strong from injury to give us a CB3 and whitaker at CB4, if Edwards doesnt look good we really need a nickle CBSaftey is a need if we cut Sharper. We resigned Tank and Dwight Smith is coming back. The player i want to see more of is Greg Blue, who looked really good everytime he saw the field.Offense is a mess. i wouldnt be upset if we spent our 1st on any position on offense.............................EXCEPT QBno freaking way do i want to draft a qb, we do however need a vet qb to be brought in to compete with Tarvaris, im thinking Plummer,Carr, or Garcia, or a vet who might be cut soon. Jackson looked good for a rookie division II qb, and he deserves a shot to be our long term qb, drafting another qb early would shoot down TJ's confidence and might make his disgruntled. Give him a shot, dont draft QuinnOffensive line is set on the left side, but the right is shaky. Marcus Johnson is going to try RG, so RT is kind of a big need. If Levi Brown grades out as good as a Levi Jones, he might be the pick.WR is a mess, i dont see a starting WR on our roster right now. i think troy needs to be our WR3 this year and hopefully he evolves into a WR2 and a very good one. Travis might stay on as our WR4, with Bethel, Jason Carter and McMullen fighting it out. We have to draft a first day WR and make WR a top need in FA, id love Drew Bennett in FAChester played well at RB last year, Moore seems to be a playmaker, but somehow doesnt seem to see the field as often as he should. Also remember Chester's contract was pretty cheap. It looks like u need two big time backs to be succesful now so AD looks like he might be the pick if he falls.With all that said my wish would be to trade up to 3 and take Calvin, it might be far fetched but if its at all possible and not to costly, go for it.If we stay at 7 my prefrence would beADLevi Brownif both gone, trade down!

 

[Andy Dufresne]

ADLevi Brownif both gone, trade down!

1. In this mock, AD gone at #5.2. Ryan Cook will be the starting RT next year.3. I don't project trades, but I can see them trading out of that spot for sure.

 

[Rovers]

25. New York Jets - Aaron Ross (CB - Texas)

Dyson and Poteat? Yikes!

I don't have a big problem with the Jets pick there, but Dyson played very well last year. Poteat got time because Barrett was nursing what turned out to be a hernia. Both Dyson and Barrett are #2 CB's, with Barrett borderline at that. Miller has all the tools, but he isn't the sharpest in the tool shed upstairs. I still think the Jets look to improve the D line somehow in the first, either a NT or a 3-4 DE. They could also go for a tweener OLB if they can't get A Thomas on board via FA. Moot point if they trade that pick for Turner though.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

25. New York Jets - Aaron Ross (CB - Texas) Dyson and Poteat? Yikes!I don't have a big problem with the Jets pick there, but Dyson played very well last year. Poteat got time because Barrett was nursing what turned out to be a hernia. Both Dyson and Barrett are #2 CB's, with Barrett borderline at that. Miller has all the tools, but he isn't the sharpest in the tool shed upstairs. I still think the Jets look to improve the D line somehow in the first, either a NT or a 3-4 DE. They could also go for a tweener OLB if they can't get A Thomas on board via FA. Moot point if they trade that pick for Turner though.

I wanted to go d-line for them, but couldn't find a player that I liked.

 

[Donnybrook]

I was actually thinking I wouldn't mind AD going to the Cards if they can't make a move for Thomas...they could easily then trade him away and get some extra draft picks.

It's a huge gamble and would the cards get draft chart value for Peterson, if opposing teams knows that the Cards can't sign him. A little different than Manning\Rivers type trade when both teams wanted QBs.

 

[JMon348]

ADLevi Brownif both gone, trade down!

1. In this mock, AD gone at #5.2. Ryan Cook will be the starting RT next year.3. I don't project trades, but I can see them trading out of that spot for sure.

i dream of a trade that nets us a big time wr(calvin or fitz)AD looked great this weekend, so he prob. wont be there at 7Do you think the vikes drafted cook to be a tackle, guard, or center?

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Do you think the vikes drafted cook to be a tackle, guard, or center?

The answer is "yes". They drafted him for his versatility. It seems now that they're going to use him at RT.

 

[Rovers]

25. New York Jets - Aaron Ross (CB - Texas) Dyson and Poteat? Yikes!I don't have a big problem with the Jets pick there, but Dyson played very well last year. Poteat got time because Barrett was nursing what turned out to be a hernia. Both Dyson and Barrett are #2 CB's, with Barrett borderline at that. Miller has all the tools, but he isn't the sharpest in the tool shed upstairs. I still think the Jets look to improve the D line somehow in the first, either a NT or a 3-4 DE. They could also go for a tweener OLB if they can't get A Thomas on board via FA. Moot point if they trade that pick for Turner though.

I wanted to go d-line for them, but couldn't find a player that I liked.

Mebane has been climbing fast since the senior bowl, and could be a possibility for the Jets as a 3-4 DE. But, other than that possible short reach, I tend to agree. Kimo was worse than invisable last year, he was downright awful. One sack and something like 26 tackles (including asst's). If it isn't Mebane, then I think they use the pick from the Skins early in the second for another DT who can convert to a 3-4 DE. There are a few that would work there. DE is easilly the biggest need on the entire roster. (unless they find a NT and move D Rob to DE)

 

[Obie Wan]

12. Buffalo - Robert Meachem (WR - Tennessee) Add a better #2 WR than the other Volunteer they currently have. Running that time at the combine shoots him up the charts.13. St. Louis - Patrick Willis (LB - Ole Miss)

No way the Bills reach for WR when they have an absolute need for Patrick Willis to replace the departed Fletcher. Spikes may also be shot. There is no comparable MLB available in 2nd round, but htere would WRs. With Okoye off the board, Willis is the easy pick here.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

12. Buffalo - Robert Meachem (WR - Tennessee) Add a better #2 WR than the other Volunteer they currently have. Running that time at the combine shoots him up the charts.13. St. Louis - Patrick Willis (LB - Ole Miss)

No way the Bills reach for WR when they have an absolute need for Patrick Willis to replace the departed Fletcher. Spikes may also be shot. There is no comparable MLB available in 2nd round, but htere would WRs. With Okoye off the board, Willis is the easy pick here.

Not necessarily. They could easily move Crowell inside and have Spikes and Ellison outside. They can draft a decent LB in the 2nd as well.And I'm sorry, I just don't see that as that much of a reach for Meachem.

 

[ooofffaaa]

I just don't see the Dolphins picking Darrelle Revis over Laron Landry (moving Daniels to CB) or over Levi Brown who they could really use on the Oline.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

I just don't see the Dolphins picking Darrelle Revis over Laron Landry (moving Daniels to CB) or over Levi Brown who they could really use on the Oline.

After the emergence of Yeremiah Bell and the drafting of Jason Allen in the 1st last year, I can't see them spending a 1st rounder for a safety.Is McIntosh going to re-sign? If so, I can't see spending a #9 on a right tackle.

 

[LHUCKS]

I was actually thinking I wouldn't mind AD going to the Cards if they can't make a move for Thomas...they could easily then trade him away and get some extra draft picks.

It's a huge gamble and would the cards get draft chart value for Peterson, if opposing teams knows that the Cards can't sign him. A little different than Manning\Rivers type trade when both teams wanted QBs.

The Cards can sign him though. Edge isn't a spring chicken and we've got a ton of room under the cap....with our only glaring weakness at LB and OL.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

I was actually thinking I wouldn't mind AD going to the Cards if they can't make a move for Thomas...they could easily then trade him away and get some extra draft picks.

It's a huge gamble and would the cards get draft chart value for Peterson, if opposing teams knows that the Cards can't sign him. A little different than Manning\Rivers type trade when both teams wanted QBs.

The Cards can sign him though. Edge isn't a spring chicken and we've got a ton of room under the cap....with our only glaring weakness at LB and OL.

Exactly.I'm betting this mock messed a few people up, wondering whether or not I was serious. Well I was.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

12. Buffalo - Robert Meachem (WR - Tennessee) Add a better #2 WR than the other Volunteer they currently have. Running that time at the combine shoots him up the charts.13. St. Louis - Patrick Willis (LB - Ole Miss)

No way the Bills reach for WR when they have an absolute need for Patrick Willis to replace the departed Fletcher. Spikes may also be shot. There is no comparable MLB available in 2nd round, but htere would WRs. With Okoye off the board, Willis is the easy pick here.

Not necessarily. They could easily move Crowell inside and have Spikes and Ellison outside. They can draft a decent LB in the 2nd as well.And I'm sorry, I just don't see that as that much of a reach for Meachem.

But you are right. P Willie was the other option for the Bills. And apparently he ran a 4.49 today -

 

[Donnybrook]

I was actually thinking I wouldn't mind AD going to the Cards if they can't make a move for Thomas...they could easily then trade him away and get some extra draft picks.

It's a huge gamble and would the cards get draft chart value for Peterson, if opposing teams knows that the Cards can't sign him. A little different than Manning\Rivers type trade when both teams wanted QBs.

The Cards can sign him though. Edge isn't a spring chicken and we've got a ton of room under the cap....with our only glaring weakness at LB and OL.

Edges cap number is 7 Million this year. As the #5 pick, Peterson will want to be paid like Reggie Bush. Correct me if I am wrong but won't Arizona be on the hook for Peterson's signing bonus if he is signed and traded?Also I'm thinking that Wisenhunt won a SB two years ago with a featured RB (FWP) that was probably making the league minimum.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Also I'm thinking that Wisenhunt won a SB two years ago with a featured RB (FWP) that was probably making the league minimum.

He's not paid that anymore, is he? The Steelers totally lucked into FWP. I don't think you can use that as a measuring stick.

 

[pantherclub]

I would bet 10-1 that there is no way Levi Brown goes past the Panthers. If he is there (which he will not be) then John Fox is the happiest person at the draft. I am hearing they are looking to trade up for a lineman. Either Brown or Thomas.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

I would bet 10-1 that there is no way Levi Brown goes past the Panthers. If he is there (which he will not be) then John Fox is the happiest person at the draft. I am hearing they are looking to trade up for a lineman. Either Brown or Thomas.

Good info here. Trade up? I bet the Vikings would listen.

 

[plymkr]

ADLevi Brownif both gone, trade down!

1. In this mock, AD gone at #5.2. Ryan Cook will be the starting RT next year.3. I don't project trades, but I can see them trading out of that spot for sure.

If not trading down, maybe they will just pass for a while! Edit for spelling.

 

[Billy1x]

IF Houston takes: Marshawn Lynch (RB - Cal)

Now, who does Green Bay take??

 

[Andy Dufresne]

IF Houston takes: Marshawn Lynch (RB - Cal)Now, who does Green Bay take??

Ted Ginn, Dwayne Bowe, or possibly a reach for Greg Olsen.

 

[LHUCKS]

I was actually thinking I wouldn't mind AD going to the Cards if they can't make a move for Thomas...they could easily then trade him away and get some extra draft picks.

It's a huge gamble and would the cards get draft chart value for Peterson, if opposing teams knows that the Cards can't sign him. A little different than Manning\Rivers type trade when both teams wanted QBs.

The Cards can sign him though. Edge isn't a spring chicken and we've got a ton of room under the cap....with our only glaring weakness at LB and OL.

Edges cap number is 7 Million this year. As the #5 pick, Peterson will want to be paid like Reggie Bush. Correct me if I am wrong but won't Arizona be on the hook for Peterson's signing bonus if he is signed and traded?

they don't have to sign him before they trade him...I'm thinking draft day tradeIf AD is the best player on the board, you take him IMHO.

 

[trader jake]

IF Houston takes: Marshawn Lynch (RB - Cal)Now, who does Green Bay take??

Ted Ginn, Dwayne Bowe, or possibly a reach for Greg Olsen.

Olsen makes a lot of sense for Green Bay. The TE play is among the worst in the NFL. Olsen will go closer to the Packers selection at #16 than where you have him Dufresne. #27 would be a real fall for a TE with his speed. As we move forward I believe you'll see him slowly sneak up the board in these mock drafts.