1. Oakland Raiders: JaMarcus Russell, QB-Louisiana State
2. Detroit Lions: Calvin Johnson, WR-Georgia Tech
3. Cleveland Browns: Brady Quinn, QB-Notre Dame
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gaines Adams, DE-Clemson
5. Arizona Cardinals: Joe Thomas, T-Wisconsin
6. Washington Redskins: Amobi Okoye, DL- Louisville
7. Minnesota Vikings: Adrian Peterson, RB- Oklahoma
8. Atlanta Falcons (from Texans): LaRon Landry, DB-Louisiana State
9. Miami Dolphins: Levi Brown, OL- Penn State
10. Houston Texans (from Falcons): Darrelle Revis, CB- Pitt
11. San Francisco 49ers: Ted Ginn, Jr., WR-Ohio State
12. Buffalo Bills: Patrick Willis, LB-Mississippi
13. St. Louis Rams: Adam Carriker, DE-Nebraska
14. Carolina Panthers: Dwayne Bowe, WR-Louisiana State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jamaal Anderson, DE-Arkansas
16. Green Bay Packers: Marshawn Lynch, RB- California
17. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jarvis Moss, DE-Florida
18. Cincinnati Bengals: Greg Olsen, TE- Miami
19. Tennessee Titans: Robert Meachem, WR- Tennessee
20. New York Giants: Arron Sears, T-Tennessee
21. Denver Broncos: Anthony Spencer, DE- Purdue
22. Dallas Cowboys: Leon Hall, DB-Michigan
23. Kansas City Chiefs: Sidney Rice, WR-South Carolina
24. New England Patriots (from Seahawks): Reggie Nelson, DB-Florida
25. New York Jets: Aaron Ross, CB-Texas
26. Philadelphia Eagles: Michael Griffin, S-Texas
27. New Orleans Saints: Alan Branch, DT- Michigan
28. New England Patriots: Dwayne Jarrett, WR-USC
29. Baltimore Ravens: Ben Grubbs, G-Auburn
30. San Diego Chargers: Lawrence Timmons, LB- Florida State
31. Chicago Bears: Paul Posluszny, Lb-Penn State
32. Indianapolis Colts: Chris Houston, CB-Arkansas
Friday, April 20, 2007
Saturday, April 7, 2007
Panthers team weight about to drop significantly?
According to several published reports, Panthers Defensive Tackle Kris Jenkins Is on the trading block. Jenkins is a three time all pro, who at one time was regarded as one of the league’s top DTs. Word is that the Rams and Panthers have engaged in preliminary talks for Jenkins’s services. The familiarity level is there as current Rams personnel director Tony Softli was in charge of college scouting in Carolina when Jenkins was drafted.
Jenkins would be a “huge” addition to the Rams d-line. He would be the kind of space eater that may seal up the gaping hole that also goes by the title of the Rams interior. Questions exist as to Jenkins’s health. He has battled injury issues for the past few seasons. There are also questions about his conditioning. But with out a doubt Jenkins would be an instant improvement to the Rams line. My guess is that it will take something in the vicinity of a fourth round pick to get him off of the panthers hands. Don’t be surprised if the Rams attempt to dangle one of their young TEs, a position that the Panthers have been thin at for the past few years. The biggest obstacle to the Rams acquisition maybe the numerous teams that will also likely bid for his services.
In my mind the Rams biggest competitor is the Denver Broncos. Denver agreed to a trade for veteran DT Dan Wilkinson earlier in the off season, a trade that was voided when Wilkinson failed to show up in Denver for a physical. Jenkins is a younger, and more promising, option in the middle. I expect Denver to make a strong push for him.
Jenkins would be a “huge” addition to the Rams d-line. He would be the kind of space eater that may seal up the gaping hole that also goes by the title of the Rams interior. Questions exist as to Jenkins’s health. He has battled injury issues for the past few seasons. There are also questions about his conditioning. But with out a doubt Jenkins would be an instant improvement to the Rams line. My guess is that it will take something in the vicinity of a fourth round pick to get him off of the panthers hands. Don’t be surprised if the Rams attempt to dangle one of their young TEs, a position that the Panthers have been thin at for the past few years. The biggest obstacle to the Rams acquisition maybe the numerous teams that will also likely bid for his services.
In my mind the Rams biggest competitor is the Denver Broncos. Denver agreed to a trade for veteran DT Dan Wilkinson earlier in the off season, a trade that was voided when Wilkinson failed to show up in Denver for a physical. Jenkins is a younger, and more promising, option in the middle. I expect Denver to make a strong push for him.
Friday, April 6, 2007
Mock Draft Part Deux
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1. Oakland Raiders: Calvin Johnson, WR-Georgia Tech
2. Detroit Lions: Joe Thomas, T-Wisconsin
3. Cleveland Browns: Brady Quinn, QB-Notre Dame
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gaines Adams, DE-Clemson
5. Arizona Cardinals: Jamaal Anderson, DE-Arkansas
6. Washington Redskins: Patrick Willis, LB-Mississippi
7. Minnesota Vikings: Leon Hall, DB-Michigan
8. Atlanta Falcons (from Texans): LaRon Landry, DB-Louisiana State
9. Miami Dolphins: JaMarcus Russell, QB-Louisiana State
10. Houston Texans (from Falcons): Levi Brown, OL- Penn State
11. San Francisco 49ers: Dwayne Bowe, WR-Louisiana State
12. Buffalo Bills: Adrian Peterson, RB- Oklahoma
13. St Louis Rams: Amobi Okoye, DL- Louisville
14. Carolina Panthers: Paul Posluszny, Lb-Penn State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jarvis Moss, DE-Florida
16. Green Bay Packers: Marshawn Lynch, RB- California
17. Jacksonville Jaguars: Alan Branch, DT- Michigan
18. Cincinnati Bengals: Greg Olsen, TE- Miami
19. Tennessee Titans: Robert Meachem, WR- Tennessee
20. New York Giants: Joe Staley, OL-Central Michigan
21. Denver Broncos: Adam Carriker, DE-Nebraska
22. Dallas Cowboys: Aaron Ross, CB-Texas
23. Kansas City Chiefs: Ted Ginn, Jr., WR-Ohio State
24. New England Patriots (from Seahawks): Darrelle Revis, CB- Pitt
25. New York Jets: Eric Wright, CB-UNLV
26. Philadelphia Eagles: Michael Griffin, S-Texas
27. New Orleans Saints: Anthony Spencer, DE- Purdue
28. New England Patriots: Sidney Rice, WR-South Carolina
29. Baltimore Ravens: Ben Grubbs, G-Auburn
30. San Diego Chargers: Dwayne Jarrett, WR-USC
31. Chicago Bears: Chris Houston,CB-Arkansas
32. Indianapolis Colts: Lawrence Timmons, LB- Florida State
1. Oakland Raiders: Calvin Johnson, WR-Georgia Tech
2. Detroit Lions: Joe Thomas, T-Wisconsin
3. Cleveland Browns: Brady Quinn, QB-Notre Dame
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gaines Adams, DE-Clemson
5. Arizona Cardinals: Jamaal Anderson, DE-Arkansas
6. Washington Redskins: Patrick Willis, LB-Mississippi
7. Minnesota Vikings: Leon Hall, DB-Michigan
8. Atlanta Falcons (from Texans): LaRon Landry, DB-Louisiana State
9. Miami Dolphins: JaMarcus Russell, QB-Louisiana State
10. Houston Texans (from Falcons): Levi Brown, OL- Penn State
11. San Francisco 49ers: Dwayne Bowe, WR-Louisiana State
12. Buffalo Bills: Adrian Peterson, RB- Oklahoma
13. St Louis Rams: Amobi Okoye, DL- Louisville
14. Carolina Panthers: Paul Posluszny, Lb-Penn State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jarvis Moss, DE-Florida
16. Green Bay Packers: Marshawn Lynch, RB- California
17. Jacksonville Jaguars: Alan Branch, DT- Michigan
18. Cincinnati Bengals: Greg Olsen, TE- Miami
19. Tennessee Titans: Robert Meachem, WR- Tennessee
20. New York Giants: Joe Staley, OL-Central Michigan
21. Denver Broncos: Adam Carriker, DE-Nebraska
22. Dallas Cowboys: Aaron Ross, CB-Texas
23. Kansas City Chiefs: Ted Ginn, Jr., WR-Ohio State
24. New England Patriots (from Seahawks): Darrelle Revis, CB- Pitt
25. New York Jets: Eric Wright, CB-UNLV
26. Philadelphia Eagles: Michael Griffin, S-Texas
27. New Orleans Saints: Anthony Spencer, DE- Purdue
28. New England Patriots: Sidney Rice, WR-South Carolina
29. Baltimore Ravens: Ben Grubbs, G-Auburn
30. San Diego Chargers: Dwayne Jarrett, WR-USC
31. Chicago Bears: Chris Houston,CB-Arkansas
32. Indianapolis Colts: Lawrence Timmons, LB- Florida State
Tuesday, March 6, 2007
Sir Lance wants a lot?
Man is that title bad...
Bears linebacker Lance Briggs has made it abundantly clear that he has no interest in continuing to be a Chicago Bear. It has been clear for the past couple of seasons that something wasn’t clicking between Briggs and the team, but until now no one had come right out and said something…
But Briggs did. He criticized the Bears “organization,” with out alienating his team mates and said he wants out of town. Though his candor comes as a surprise, his sentiments do not. Briggs has been angling for a long term deal for a while now, and the failure of the Bears and Brigg’s agent to come up with one will ultimately cost the team, and greatly benefit the player.
This off-season has seen money thrown around to anyone and everyone who happens to be in the vicinity. The two most relevant signings to Briggs at this point are the $35 million deal signed by new Patriot linebacker Adalius Thomas, (Thomas’s deal guarantees him $20 million.) and new Dolphins backer Joey Porter, who also signed a contract guaranteeing him $20 million. That will likely be the new starting point for a deal in the minds of Briggs and his agent.
The point is that the Bears can’t, and probably shouldn’t rap that much money in Briggs. With the kind of talent on the field that the Bears have to offer, plugging in another guy that can do a serviceable job shouldn’t be too difficult.
I hate it when players wine for more money. I hate it when they claim they are being underpaid. I hate it when franchised players hold out. However, in this case I can kind of, KIND OF, see Briggs’s point. The money is flowing ridiculously, and Briggs is not really under contract. Though I would prefer him to suck it up and make his millions with the team he has played for for seasons, I can some what understand the desire to lock up his financial situation for the rest of his life with guarantees exceeding $20 million.
SO where will Briggs end up?
My money is on Arizona at this point, they have the cap room to put a lot of money in to Brigg’s pocket quickly, and they could use the help on defense. Another possibility is San Francisco, though I think they are probably done spending at this point. Though I think the Bears should get a high price for Briggs, Their leverage has been damaged slightly by Brigg’s obvious desire to get out of town.
Just for fun how about this for a trade:
The Bears two second rounder’s to Carolina for the 14th over all pick
Pick 14 and Briggs to the Cards for the 5th pick overall
One final thought, this case should show teams that it isn’t necessarily the worst idea to agree to the high asking price of a player now, considering that the NFL salary cap is rocketing up, and a good deal this year is just average in a season or two.
Bears linebacker Lance Briggs has made it abundantly clear that he has no interest in continuing to be a Chicago Bear. It has been clear for the past couple of seasons that something wasn’t clicking between Briggs and the team, but until now no one had come right out and said something…
But Briggs did. He criticized the Bears “organization,” with out alienating his team mates and said he wants out of town. Though his candor comes as a surprise, his sentiments do not. Briggs has been angling for a long term deal for a while now, and the failure of the Bears and Brigg’s agent to come up with one will ultimately cost the team, and greatly benefit the player.
This off-season has seen money thrown around to anyone and everyone who happens to be in the vicinity. The two most relevant signings to Briggs at this point are the $35 million deal signed by new Patriot linebacker Adalius Thomas, (Thomas’s deal guarantees him $20 million.) and new Dolphins backer Joey Porter, who also signed a contract guaranteeing him $20 million. That will likely be the new starting point for a deal in the minds of Briggs and his agent.
The point is that the Bears can’t, and probably shouldn’t rap that much money in Briggs. With the kind of talent on the field that the Bears have to offer, plugging in another guy that can do a serviceable job shouldn’t be too difficult.
I hate it when players wine for more money. I hate it when they claim they are being underpaid. I hate it when franchised players hold out. However, in this case I can kind of, KIND OF, see Briggs’s point. The money is flowing ridiculously, and Briggs is not really under contract. Though I would prefer him to suck it up and make his millions with the team he has played for for seasons, I can some what understand the desire to lock up his financial situation for the rest of his life with guarantees exceeding $20 million.
SO where will Briggs end up?
My money is on Arizona at this point, they have the cap room to put a lot of money in to Brigg’s pocket quickly, and they could use the help on defense. Another possibility is San Francisco, though I think they are probably done spending at this point. Though I think the Bears should get a high price for Briggs, Their leverage has been damaged slightly by Brigg’s obvious desire to get out of town.
Just for fun how about this for a trade:
The Bears two second rounder’s to Carolina for the 14th over all pick
Pick 14 and Briggs to the Cards for the 5th pick overall
One final thought, this case should show teams that it isn’t necessarily the worst idea to agree to the high asking price of a player now, considering that the NFL salary cap is rocketing up, and a good deal this year is just average in a season or two.
Sunday, March 4, 2007
Free money in Dallas!
Its being reported that the Dallas Cowboys have signed former Cardinals, um, “guard,” Leonard Davis to a contract worth $49.6 million over seven years. As if that wasn’t bad enough, Adam Schefter of NFL Network is reporting that $18.5 of that is guaranteed.
Are you kidding me?
Did the Cowboys see the same player that the entire rest of the world did? Note to Jerry Jones, there is a reason that the Cards line sucked, because of the mostly bad players on it. If this guy can get that kind of money, any other potential free agent o-linemen should be licking his lips. Davis owes his agent a lot more then the small percentage he will get.
If Davis plays up to the all pro money he is getting, then I guess I will have to eat my words, but I have a feeling I will have to go hungry.
Are you kidding me?
Did the Cowboys see the same player that the entire rest of the world did? Note to Jerry Jones, there is a reason that the Cards line sucked, because of the mostly bad players on it. If this guy can get that kind of money, any other potential free agent o-linemen should be licking his lips. Davis owes his agent a lot more then the small percentage he will get.
If Davis plays up to the all pro money he is getting, then I guess I will have to eat my words, but I have a feeling I will have to go hungry.
Three is Company
Things could get very interesting in Tampa Bay…
Yesterday the Bucks agreed to terms with free agent quarterback Jeff Garcia. This move comes just a day after it was anounced that the Bucks traded for Broncos QB Jake Plummer, who subsequently retired rather then play in Tampa. However, I have a hard time believing that Plummer is just ready to quit that easily. So what is to stop him from “unretiring?” That would put the Bucks in a sticky situation with three quarterbacks all making pretty decent cash to be there. In this way, Plummer could likely force a trade to where ever it is he wants to go. Some rumblings have the Buccaneers attempting to trade Plummer’s rights to the Oakland Raiders.
What about Plummer as a Raider? Plummer has a lot of the same skill set as Jeff Garcia, a guy that the Raiders wanted badly but couldn’t sign on Friday. . Another landing spot for Plummer could be Houston, who is looking to dump David Carr. Texans Coach Gary Kubiak has worked with Plummer before in Denver so that could be a good fit too. The idea of Plummer forcing Tampa’s hand does seem to have a lot of Marot. The only guy who will end up screwed regardless is current Bucks “starter” Chris Simms, who just weeks ago received an extension. Might he be regretting not testing the free agent waters now?
Something tells me this mess is going to blow up in the face of the Buccaneers, and it may not be pretty.
Yesterday the Bucks agreed to terms with free agent quarterback Jeff Garcia. This move comes just a day after it was anounced that the Bucks traded for Broncos QB Jake Plummer, who subsequently retired rather then play in Tampa. However, I have a hard time believing that Plummer is just ready to quit that easily. So what is to stop him from “unretiring?” That would put the Bucks in a sticky situation with three quarterbacks all making pretty decent cash to be there. In this way, Plummer could likely force a trade to where ever it is he wants to go. Some rumblings have the Buccaneers attempting to trade Plummer’s rights to the Oakland Raiders.
What about Plummer as a Raider? Plummer has a lot of the same skill set as Jeff Garcia, a guy that the Raiders wanted badly but couldn’t sign on Friday. . Another landing spot for Plummer could be Houston, who is looking to dump David Carr. Texans Coach Gary Kubiak has worked with Plummer before in Denver so that could be a good fit too. The idea of Plummer forcing Tampa’s hand does seem to have a lot of Marot. The only guy who will end up screwed regardless is current Bucks “starter” Chris Simms, who just weeks ago received an extension. Might he be regretting not testing the free agent waters now?
Something tells me this mess is going to blow up in the face of the Buccaneers, and it may not be pretty.
Friday, March 2, 2007
Mock Draft
As promised here is my mock of the first 16 picks. I put three hours in to this, and the funny thing is that the second I fall asleep one team will make a free agent signing and ruin the entire thing…
1. Oakland Raiders: Calvin Johnson, WR-Georgia Tech
Johnson has comparable size and athletic ability to Randy Moss with out the same, uh, disposition. Roomers continue to persist of Moss’s imminent departure from Oakland, and if the Raiders can sign or acquire via trade a qb, then Johnson would be the guy to take.
2. Detroit Lions: Joe Thomas, T-Wisconsin
Thomas has the right combo of size strength and athleticism to make him a premier blind side protector. He would be the unquestioned number one pick if it weren’t for a knee injury a season ago, and as it is it wouldn’t surprise me to see some team jump to number 1 to get him.
3. Cleveland Browns: Adrian Peterson, RB-Oklahoma
Peterson put up some pretty sick numbers at last week’s scouting combine, and he would be an exhalent fit in Cleveland. His one question mark is his ability, or lack there of, to remain healthy.
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gaines Adams, DE-Clemson
To be honest if Calvin Johnson is off the board when the Bucks pick, I really don’t think they will stay where they are. Word is they covet Johnson, but they may have to trade up to get him. If he does go off the board before they pick, expect the Bucks to trade down and make a play for Ohio State receiver Ted Ginn. As far is Adams, the Bucks D is still productive but getting older none the less. It may not be bad for the Buccaneers to pick up some youth to insure the continued success of their famed defense.
5. Arizona Cardinals: Jamaal Anderson, DE-Arkansas
With no strong offensive linemen around at this point, The Big Red can add a great pass rusher to the mix. Anderson would give the Cards two solid ends to build around.
6. Washington Redskins: Alan Branch, DT-Michigan
This is where mock drafts start to get tricky. Everyone and their brother has the Skins taking Gaines Adams, but I have Adams going a couple picks ahead to the Bucks. I think in that situation, the Skins would again try to slide down and take a corner. However, trades in mock drafts are lame, so I have them taking the best available linemen, Alan Branch, no slouch himself.
7. Minnesota Vikings: Robert Meacham, WR-Tennessee
I’m making this pick working under the idea that the Vikings fail to sign WR Kevin Curtis. Call me a wishful thinker but the Rams fan in me still is holding out hope that Curtis will come back to St. Louis. Meachem has decent size, and good speed, he ran a 4.38 at the combine. His height and speed combination make him a good fit in the Vikings west coast offense.
8. Houston Texans: JaMarcus Russell, QB-Louisiana State
I think it is safe to say that the David Carr experiment is over in Houston and it is time for the team to move on. Though once again the Texans are a team that could use help on the o-line, at this point Russell would be too big of a target (literally and figuratively) for the team to pass up. The only draw back is his lack of mobility coupled with the Texans protection woes.
9. Miami Dolphins: Brady Quinn, QB-Notre Dame
It is clear that the Dolphins are not pleased with Daunte Culpepper’s performance in 2006. Quinn is an obvious pick at this position, though don’t be surprised to see another QB overtake him. The overall view towards Quinn at this point in time seems to be very negative.
10. Atlanta Falcons: LaRon Landry, DB-Louisiana State
The Falcons have been looking for a solid safety for the past few seasons, and Landry seems to be an answer to those prayers. His skills should help to give the Falcons one of the most frightening secondaries in the NFL.
11. San Francisco 49ers: Ted Ginn, jr., WR-Ohio State
The 9ers are thin at wide out, at this posting they have just three receivers on their active roster. Ginn’s speed will give Alex Smith another weapon in an ever more dangerous 49er offense.
12. Buffalo Bills: Marshawn Lynch, RB-California
Roomers continue to fly about the pending trade of current Bills RB Willis McGahee. The free agent class at the position is thin to begin with, and with McGahee still on the roster as of this posting, it appears as though the few decent backs available will be scooped up by the time the Bills are ready to make a move. This means that their only option is to turn to the draft, and Lynch isn’t a bad option to have. His explosiveness would be a welcome addition to a Buffalo offense that needs it.
13. St. Louis Rams: Amobi Okoye, DT-Louisville
The Rams biggest need going into the off season is at defensive tackle, and Okoye could be the answer to the “Run the ball here” sign also known as the Rams defensive line. Many scouts are calling Okoye one of the best d-line prospects in generations, an impressive accomplishment for a man that will become the youngest person ever drafted in to the NFL.
14. Carolina Panthers: Patrick Willis, LB-Mississippi
Despite his recently announced attempt to make a come back from a serious concussion, current Panthers middle linebacker Dan Morgan can no longer be looked at as a dependable option in Carolina. If he isn’t able to continue, Willis would be a good replacement in the middle.
15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jarvis Moss, DE-Florida
With new Coach Mike Tomlin likely installing the Tampa 2 defense in Pittsburg, the Steelers will need to get a good end to Anker their pass rush, especially in light of the recent release of Joey Porter.
16. Green Bay Packers: Leon Hall, DB-Michigan
The selection of Hall would give the Packers some needed help in their secondary, look for them to possibly move up or draft a wide receiver if they are not able to put together a trade for Randy Moss.
1. Oakland Raiders: Calvin Johnson, WR-Georgia Tech
Johnson has comparable size and athletic ability to Randy Moss with out the same, uh, disposition. Roomers continue to persist of Moss’s imminent departure from Oakland, and if the Raiders can sign or acquire via trade a qb, then Johnson would be the guy to take.
2. Detroit Lions: Joe Thomas, T-Wisconsin
Thomas has the right combo of size strength and athleticism to make him a premier blind side protector. He would be the unquestioned number one pick if it weren’t for a knee injury a season ago, and as it is it wouldn’t surprise me to see some team jump to number 1 to get him.
3. Cleveland Browns: Adrian Peterson, RB-Oklahoma
Peterson put up some pretty sick numbers at last week’s scouting combine, and he would be an exhalent fit in Cleveland. His one question mark is his ability, or lack there of, to remain healthy.
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gaines Adams, DE-Clemson
To be honest if Calvin Johnson is off the board when the Bucks pick, I really don’t think they will stay where they are. Word is they covet Johnson, but they may have to trade up to get him. If he does go off the board before they pick, expect the Bucks to trade down and make a play for Ohio State receiver Ted Ginn. As far is Adams, the Bucks D is still productive but getting older none the less. It may not be bad for the Buccaneers to pick up some youth to insure the continued success of their famed defense.
5. Arizona Cardinals: Jamaal Anderson, DE-Arkansas
With no strong offensive linemen around at this point, The Big Red can add a great pass rusher to the mix. Anderson would give the Cards two solid ends to build around.
6. Washington Redskins: Alan Branch, DT-Michigan
This is where mock drafts start to get tricky. Everyone and their brother has the Skins taking Gaines Adams, but I have Adams going a couple picks ahead to the Bucks. I think in that situation, the Skins would again try to slide down and take a corner. However, trades in mock drafts are lame, so I have them taking the best available linemen, Alan Branch, no slouch himself.
7. Minnesota Vikings: Robert Meacham, WR-Tennessee
I’m making this pick working under the idea that the Vikings fail to sign WR Kevin Curtis. Call me a wishful thinker but the Rams fan in me still is holding out hope that Curtis will come back to St. Louis. Meachem has decent size, and good speed, he ran a 4.38 at the combine. His height and speed combination make him a good fit in the Vikings west coast offense.
8. Houston Texans: JaMarcus Russell, QB-Louisiana State
I think it is safe to say that the David Carr experiment is over in Houston and it is time for the team to move on. Though once again the Texans are a team that could use help on the o-line, at this point Russell would be too big of a target (literally and figuratively) for the team to pass up. The only draw back is his lack of mobility coupled with the Texans protection woes.
9. Miami Dolphins: Brady Quinn, QB-Notre Dame
It is clear that the Dolphins are not pleased with Daunte Culpepper’s performance in 2006. Quinn is an obvious pick at this position, though don’t be surprised to see another QB overtake him. The overall view towards Quinn at this point in time seems to be very negative.
10. Atlanta Falcons: LaRon Landry, DB-Louisiana State
The Falcons have been looking for a solid safety for the past few seasons, and Landry seems to be an answer to those prayers. His skills should help to give the Falcons one of the most frightening secondaries in the NFL.
11. San Francisco 49ers: Ted Ginn, jr., WR-Ohio State
The 9ers are thin at wide out, at this posting they have just three receivers on their active roster. Ginn’s speed will give Alex Smith another weapon in an ever more dangerous 49er offense.
12. Buffalo Bills: Marshawn Lynch, RB-California
Roomers continue to fly about the pending trade of current Bills RB Willis McGahee. The free agent class at the position is thin to begin with, and with McGahee still on the roster as of this posting, it appears as though the few decent backs available will be scooped up by the time the Bills are ready to make a move. This means that their only option is to turn to the draft, and Lynch isn’t a bad option to have. His explosiveness would be a welcome addition to a Buffalo offense that needs it.
13. St. Louis Rams: Amobi Okoye, DT-Louisville
The Rams biggest need going into the off season is at defensive tackle, and Okoye could be the answer to the “Run the ball here” sign also known as the Rams defensive line. Many scouts are calling Okoye one of the best d-line prospects in generations, an impressive accomplishment for a man that will become the youngest person ever drafted in to the NFL.
14. Carolina Panthers: Patrick Willis, LB-Mississippi
Despite his recently announced attempt to make a come back from a serious concussion, current Panthers middle linebacker Dan Morgan can no longer be looked at as a dependable option in Carolina. If he isn’t able to continue, Willis would be a good replacement in the middle.
15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jarvis Moss, DE-Florida
With new Coach Mike Tomlin likely installing the Tampa 2 defense in Pittsburg, the Steelers will need to get a good end to Anker their pass rush, especially in light of the recent release of Joey Porter.
16. Green Bay Packers: Leon Hall, DB-Michigan
The selection of Hall would give the Packers some needed help in their secondary, look for them to possibly move up or draft a wide receiver if they are not able to put together a trade for Randy Moss.
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