2010 Mock Draft
Updated: 4-21-2010
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1. St. Louis Rams- Sam Bradford, QB (Oklahoma)
> There is no doubt remaining about the first overall selection in the 2010 draft. After a great pro day, the St. Louis Rams will make Sam Bradford their franchise quarterback. A tall, accurate passer in the mold of Matt Ryan, Bradford has the potential to be what St. Louis has lacked since Kurt Warner left. This pick does still remind me eerily of 2005, when a tall, accurate spread offense quarterback with a weak arm was selected over a shorter quarterback with a much stronger arm and pro-style experience, so we will have to wait and see if Sam Bradford is the next Alex Smith or the next Matt Ryan.
2. Detroit Lions- Ndamakong Suh, DT (Nebraska)
> I stuck with Russell Okung for as long as I could, but in the end I think that now Detroit will make the wrong move and take Suh. Don’t get me wrong, Suh is an elite player, but they would be better served protecting the investment they made in Matt Stafford. However, the trade for Rob Sims ensures Jeff Backus will be the left tackle in Detroit for at least one more year. One last time: “there’s a reason Stafford ended the year on IR.” Backus cannot pass protect, and as a result Stafford was beaten to a pulp last year. Okung SHOULD be the pick, but Suh WILL be the pick.
3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Gerald McCoy, DT (Oklahoma)
> Suh is no longer an option, but there’s no shame in taking Gerald McCoy, who some have rated higher than the former Cornhusker. McCoy is still an elite talent who will provide the kind of impact from the defensive tackle position they’ve lacked since Warren Sapp left.
4. Washington Redskins- Russell Okung, OT (Oklahoma State)
> With an unlikely trade for Donovan McNabb now completed, the Washington Redskins will now be looking to draft a left tackle here instead of quarterback Jimmy Clausen. With Detroit opting for Ndamakong Suh over Russell Okung, Mike Shanahan will now have the option to grab the best tackle in this class in Okung.
5. Kansas City Chiefs- Bryan Bulaga, OT (Iowa)
> Branden Albert has been alright as Kansas City’s starting left tackle, but the Chiefs could upgrade three positions on the offensive line by drafting Bulaga. The former Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year can slide in at left tackle, Albert can move back to his college position of left guard, and current LG Brian Waters can slide over to center or right guard, making Kansas City’s offensive line quite good. This will give Matt Cassel more time to throw, and Jamaal Charles, who really came on at the end of last year, better holes to run through.
6. Seattle Seahawks- Trent Williams, OT (Oklahoma)
> Seattle needs help on both lines, but with Walter Jones constantly injured they need to get younger and ensure they have a left tackle for the future. If they don’t take Eric Berry here, the’ll take Williams. I am a little wary of Williams, since he wasn’t hyped while actually playing , but instead rose up draft boards because of his stellar offseason workouts, so I personally wouldn’t make this pick. But alas, that is not my decision….
7. Cleveland Browns- Jimmy Clausen, QB (Notre Dame)
> With Jimmy Clausen falling due to the Donovan McNabb trade, it is certainly possible that the Browns will have a shot at their new franchise quarterback. With Jake Delhomme signed, Clausen can sit for a year or two, then take over as Cleveland’s quarterback. Another possibility is Eric Berry, given the Browns’ earlier statement that they’d like to add an impact defensive back, but I don’t see them passing on Clausen now that they’ve cleaned house at quarterback, trading away former potential franchise quarterback Brady Quinn to the Browns.
8. Oakland Raiders- Bruce Campbell, OT (Maryland)
> A 4.8 40 yard dash at 6’6”, 314 pounds? You better believe Al Davis took note. Campbell is a freak athlete who will upgrade Oakland at left tackle, so this isn’t a completely ridiculous pick. Taylor Mays (4.24 unofficial), C.J. Spiller (4.37) and Jacoby Ford (4.28) are also on the radar.
9. Buffalo Bills- Anthony Davis, OT (Rutgers)
> Buffalo needs a new left tackle. After adding three new interior linemen last year (free agent center Geoff Hangartner, first round guard Eric Wood and second round guard Andy Levitre), and adding a right tackle in the free agency (Cornell Green), the last position Buffalo has to add on the line is the most important one. With a lot of tackles coming off the board early, Buffalo may be forced to trade down or reach for one like Anthony Davis, who has some questions, but a lot of upside.
10. Jacksonville Jaguars- Eric Berry, S (Tennessee)
> This is the lowest I’ve projected Eric Berry. However, since Jacksonville does not have the money to pay for a top ten quarterback or wide receiver, things work out for them, as they get to add the draft’s best defensive back to their defense. GM Gene Smith likes to go best player available, so if Berry is indeed still available at this juncture, he will pull the trigger on the former Tennessee Volunteer.
11. Denver Broncos (from Chicago)- Rolando McClain, ILB (Alabama)
> After releasing Andra Davis, Denver is in the market for a long-term solution at inside linebacker next to D.J. Williams. Rolando McClain is the best 3-4 inside linebacker in the draft, and will go a long way to solidifying Denver’s linebacker corps. Dez Bryant is also a possibility, but only if Brandon Marshall is moved on draft day.
12. Miami Dolphins- Jason Pierre-Paul, DE/OLB (South Florida)
> With Joey Porter and Jason Taylor gone, Miami needs to obtain a top-flight pass rusher. A #1 wide receiver is also possible, but given Bill Parcells’ tendencies, that will likely wait, and instead Miami will grab local boy Jason Pierre-Paul to rush off the edge. Pierre-Paul is a little raw, but he has the athleticism to be molded into something special.
13. San Francisco 49ers- Joe Haden, CB (Florida)
> San Francisco needs an upgrade at cornerback across from Nate Clements. Lucky for them, Joe Haden’s poor combine drops him out of the top 10 and into their waiting arms at the thirteenth spot in the draft. Despite his poor 40 yard dash, Haden is still the top corner in this year’s draft, and should be an upgrade over Shawntae Spencer.
14. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver)- Dez Bryant, WR (Oklahoma State)
> Seattle lost Nate Burleson, but needed wide receivers before they lost him anyways. Bryant may have slipped on some teams’ draft boards after a weak offseason, but I don’t see the Seahawks passing up the best receiver in this class for anyone at #14, except maybe Clemson RB C.J. Spiller.
15. New York Giants- Dan Williams, DT (Tennessee)
> New York has a good pass rotation at defensive end, but they need to upgrade the interior of their line in order to improve on defense. Chris Canty and Rocky Bernard were bust signings, so New York needs to look to the draft in order to improve the defensive tackle position. Dan Williams is a huge defensive tackle at 6’2”, 329 who will instantly shore up the middle of the Giants’ defensive line.
16. Tennessee Titans- Derrick Morgan, DE (Georgia Tech)
> After losing Kyle Vanden Bosch to the Lions, Tennessee needs to do more than sign former first round bust Jason Babin to replace him. Derrick Morgan is probably the top 4-3 end in this class who’s a three down lineman who can defend the run well and rush the passer with equal proficiency, which helps a team that’s been decimated in free agency the last few years at DE (Vanden Bosch, Antwan Odom, Travis LaBoy) and needs complete players like Morgan rather than rotational role players like Babin.
17. San Francisco 49ers (from Carolina)- C.J. Spiller, RB (Clemson)
> Mike Singletary has recently come out and said that he would like to approach San Francisco’s running game with a running-back-by-committee approach. With a workhorse like Frank Gore already on the roster, the 49ers would do well to add a game-breaker like Spiller to their offense. Spiller is a threat on carries, catching passes out of the backfield as well as down the field, not to mention he can spark San Francisco’s lifeless return game.
18. Pittsburgh Steelers- Mike Iupati, OL (Idaho)
> The Steelers cannot expect to contend if they keep allowing Ben Roethlisberger to get sacked 50+ times a season. With most of the pure tackle prospects off the board, they could grab Iupati, who can supposedly play all five line positions. FS Taylor Mays and CB Kyle Wilson are also possibilities here, as is a wide receiver now that Santonio Holmes is a Jet.
19. Atlanta Falcons- Sean Weatherspoon, OLB (Missouri)
> Atlanta needs a pass rusher, an impact linebacker, and defensive leadership. Weatherspoon is one of the best linebackers in this draft; he can cover, tackle and blitz equal effectiveness. After a great showing in the Senior Bowl and at the Combine, Weatherspoon won’t escape the first round. His leadership skills have also been compared to Ray Lewis’ which should help a team that has lacked defensive leadership since Keith Brooking left a year ago.
20. Houston Texans- Kyle Wilson, CB (Boise State)
> After losing Dunta Robinson to the Falcons, the Texans need a new #1 corner. Kyle Wilson is a great athlete with solid cover skills, and he can be Houston’s solution to their coverage woes. Defensive tackle is also a possibility with Brian Price still on the board.
21. Cincinnati Bengals- Taylor Mays, S (USC)
> Roy Williams is at the end of his career, but Cincinnati still likes him. So why not get his younger clone? Taylor Mays can rotate in for a year, improve his coverage skills, and become a major part of a solid defensive backfield for Cincinnati.
22. New England Patriots- Jermaine Gresham, TE (Oklahoma)
>After losing Ben Watson and Chris Baker, New England is a little thin at tight end. Alge Crumpler was signed, but he’s really not much of a factor in the passing game. Gresham is the premier tight end in this class, and he’ll give Tom Brady a much needed seam option in the passing game.
23. Green Bay Packers- Charles Brown, OT (USC)
> With five offensive tackles already off the board in the first round, Green Bay will have to trade down or reach to fill its most glaring need. Charles Brown is the best tackle left, and he could be Green Bay’s selection at #23. Regardless of who is available, Green Bay has to upgrade their offensive line; Aaron Rodgers won’t survive getting sacked 50+ times a year, and Mark Tauscher and Chad Clifton can’t play forever anyways.
24. Philadelphia Eagles- Earl Thomas, S (Texas)
> With Quentin Demps and Victor Harris failing to adequately replace Brian Dawkins, Philadelphia will need to draft a free safety somewhere in the first two rounds. Earl Thomas is a little undersized, but he has the instincts and ball skills to be the answer for the Eagles at free safety.
25. Baltimore Ravens- Devin McCourty, CB (Rutgers)
> Baltimore filled its need for a wide receiver through free agency (Donte Stallworth) and trade (Anquan Boldin), and there are no remaining tight ends worthy of a first round selection, so I think Baltimore will choose to upgrade their defensive backs. Domonique Foxworth is a solid cornerback, but Baltimore doesn’t have much behind him. Devin McCourty is a great prospect who can upgrade Baltimore’s defensive backfield, and possibly supplant Foxworth as the Ravens’ top corner.
26. Arizona Cardinals- Sergio Kindle, DE/OLB (Texas)
> Arizona needs a sack specialist who can consistently put pressure on the quarterback from the edge. No one on Arizona’s returning roster had seven sacks, and free agent signee Joey Porter is 33 and can’t be counted on for the future, though he did post nine sacks in 2009. Kindle has experience at both defensive end and outside linebacker from his time at Texas, and will be a great fit in the Cardinals 3-4 defense.
27. Dallas Cowboys- Roger Saffold, OT (Indiana)
>With now six (yes, count ‘em SIX) offensive tackles off the board, Dallas will have to reach for Flozell Adams’ replacement. Roger Saffold’s draft stock has been gaining momentum as the draft nears, and many are starting to believe he play left tackle in the NFL.
28. San Diego Chargers- Ryan Mathews, RB (Fresno State)
> This is the one pick that has never changed in my mock draft. San Diego released LaDainian Tomlinson, and now they need a new workhorse to carry the load. Ryan Mathews is the guy.
29. New York Jets- Jerry Hughes, DE/OLB (TCU)
> Contrast to the pick above it, this selection has never stayed the same in any of my mock drafts. With the trade for Santonio Holmes eliminating wide receiver as an option, the Jets will look to go defense here. Though they signed Jason Taylor, they still need a young edge rusher to anchor their rush for the next 8-10 years. Taylor will be a stopgap for a year, but in the end, an edge rusher like Jerry Hughes is what the Jets need.
30. Minnesota Vikings- Kareem Jackson, CB (Alabama)
> Minnesota HAS to grab a cornerback here, regardless of how much of a reach it may be. Cedric Griffin tore his ACL last year, and Antoine Winfield isn’t getting any younger. Jackson is the best available, and will fill a huge need for the Vikings.
31. Indianapolis Colts- Maurkice Pouncey, OL (Florida)
> No change here. Indianapolis could really use upgrades all over their offensive line, considering their struggles in the run game. With no left tackle candidates left worth taking in the first round, and factoring in their recent release of starting guard Ryan Lilja, they’ll upgrade the interior of their line with Maurkice Pouncey.
32. New Orleans Saints- Carlos Dunlap, DE (Florida)
> With Charles Grant now cut, New Orleans needs an every down player at left end who can rush the passer. Dunlap has great size and speed, but he lacks a good motor. Still, Gregg Williams gets the best out of players, and can mold the former Florida Gator into a solid player.
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January 31, 2010 at 11:41 pm
Where’s McClain?
Jedburg
February 20, 2010 at 2:54 pm
Yeah, I missed that one. He’s now at #15 to the Giants.
morningfootball
February 20, 2010 at 3:40 pm
He should be at 11 to the jaguars as he is the BPA at the #11 pick and Gene Smith goes BPA in the draft!
Jason
February 21, 2010 at 3:58 am
The Rams will acquire a QB via FA or a trade so that they can pick Suh. I would also argue that the Rams do not need a DE or a OT. Barron is not up to snuff and Jason Smith may have serious concussion issues. Chris Long does not look to be a pass rushing specialist. Chris long is a good serviceable player but wont be a dominate pass rusher. I do agree however with your thought process on selecting a franchise QB. I think this is what the Rams should do, but they wont because they will placate the fans with a Michael Vick or someone else.
Dean Saine
February 1, 2010 at 1:54 pm
At this point, it really is down to Suh or Clausen. Suh may actually help Chris Long, the way Albert Haynesworth helped every defensive end he played with, but St. Louis will have to weigh the pros and cons of drafting Suh over Clausen. I still think they’ll go for the franchise quarterback, but it’s a toss-up.
morningfootball
February 1, 2010 at 6:10 pm
I think I have to agree. What I don’t understand is what’s up with St. Louis running perfectly good quarterbacks out of town? (see Kurt Warner) Is it that Bulger is injury prone?
I know there’s Donnie Avery and Stephen Jackson plus they drafter J.Smith last year. The offense should at least hold it’s own. Is it that Bulger is just out of excuses?
CJ
February 2, 2010 at 2:22 am
I don’t think the 2 QBs are anything special & don’t anticipate their going top 10.Jax will NOT take Tebow with their first, or likely with their 2nd.Too high for Cody & Warren; too low for Dunlap & Pierre-Paul, who will wow at the Combine.I doubt Ghee & Brown will go in the first.Graham doesn’t really fit in a 4-3.
Mike J
February 1, 2010 at 2:27 pm
Drafting Tebow is just for the money. Did you see the crowds he brought in at the Senior Bowl? Jaguars owner Wayne Weaver must have been salivating over that.
Clausen had a fantastic season at Notre Dame, and he has all the skills, mental and physical, to be a franchise quarterback. Washington, on other hand, needs/wants a new QB very badly. Mike Shanahan will have a big say in this, but for now, I think that they’ll try to move away from Jason Campbell as quickly as possible. Sam Bradford is probably the guy.
Cody is slipping, so that may indeed be a little too high for him. But Donovan Warren is right where he should be.
Thanks for the input.
morningfootball
February 1, 2010 at 6:15 pm
I agree that Warren is about where he should be but do the other scouts really think the same when “bigger” names like Patrick Robinson and the side of an RV say otherwise? Also, the apparent depth of CB’s this year might have teams looking for a CB later in a draft than normal causing the CB’s to get drafted below their talent like RB’s tend to.
kirmie
February 5, 2010 at 4:27 pm
I agree…NO CHANCE jax takes tebopw that early. Gene Smith is way to savvy for that disasterous move. It would be best for all parties if tebow went somewhere outside of Florida where he would not be pressed into playing 2-3 years before he is ready.
It will not happen in Rd 1…book it.
John from Dallas
February 18, 2010 at 11:46 pm
Mock draft sites everywhere are much too hard on the Lions for their position on Backus. I can’t really say one way or the other, but I’ve seen worse numbers from offensive lineman on teams like Arizona, who made the NFC title game. Aaron Rogers was sacked more, even if you account for Stafford only playing 10 games.
Backus isn’t a stud by any stretch, but he’s been durable and consistent. Yes he’s given up sacks, but the time elapsed before the sack is pretty high. That’s indicative of receivers not getting open and the QB having to improvise. The play on which Stafford hurt his shoulder lasted a good 5 or 6 seconds.
If they get a durable guard to play the left side in round 3 or 4, he’ll be OK for another couple years.
On top of that, the team picking ahead of the Lions took Jason Smith #2 overall last year. How’d that work out?
The Lions just have bigger needs right now. They need to stuff the run, pressure the other QB and cover someone once in a while.
CJ
February 2, 2010 at 2:19 am
I agree 100%. Kitna and Culpepper are sacking machines. Both would go down something like 4-5 times a game whereas Stafford only went down 2-3. Most of those sacks were coverage sacks as well seeing as the lions only have one legit offensive weapon. Backus is a middle of the road tackle, nothing special but definitely serviceable. The left and right guard spots are where the lions need depth as well as someone opposite calvin to take advantage of the single coverage.
Jesse
February 2, 2010 at 10:31 pm
Exactly. Taking a tackle here would be a wast of a number two pick. Next year should be the right year to take a tackle while having the Lions go after a guard like Iupati, Ducasse, Pouncey, or John Jerry since I know at least two of those have a chance at playing tackle eventually and Pouncey could be the eventual replacement for Raiola. That would provide immediate upgrades and possibly even better returns down the line.
Besides, not being down by 14 points all the time would allow the offense to be less aggressive and would help Stafford just as much as a better tackle would.
kirmie
February 5, 2010 at 4:21 pm
good mock, except the eagles pick at #24
tony
February 2, 2010 at 2:31 am
I see Patriots trading up with jvill and patriots taking either spiller or Haden if available and jvill taking Tebow at #22 instead of #11 and pick up an additional 2nd rounder from patriots. News flash Al Davis has hired Matt Millen as a draft consultant so that mean oakland will draft someone that no one ever heard of in the first round…
florida ted
February 2, 2010 at 12:05 pm
As opposed to drafting someone no one has heard of in the second round? *cough* Mike Mitchell *cough* Thanks for the input. I don’t like projecting trades, but it is possible for Jacksonville to trade down to get Tebow if they don’t feel like paying such a high price for him.
morningfootball
February 2, 2010 at 1:51 pm
Oh my god. The Jaguars will not touch Tebow in the first round. The Jaguars will pick the best available player. We’ve got a New GM! He picks the BAP. He loves big players. The most pressing needs on this team (if you really insist on going with needs) are a pass rush, interior OL and a good free safety!
I can quote the Jaguars website beat writer from even today…
“Tonya from Jacksonville
What are all of the Jags’ needs going into the offseason?
Vic: Their priority needs, in my opinion, are for a pass-rusher and a safety in which they can depend to not blow the coverage and also make the tackle. They also need to address the interior of their offensive line, particularly center, and find a run-and-hit linebacker. I think it’s important the Jaguars acquire a young, developmental quarterback, too, but the scouts are really starting to rag on the quarterback crop in this draft and selecting a quarterback may have to wait. There is no player at any position I would say don’t draft. If he’s the best guy on the board, regardless of position, pick him.”
http://www.jaguars.com/news/article.aspx?id=8707
Jag Fan
February 3, 2010 at 3:46 am
Umm, Ryan Mathews is from Fresno State. How they hell did you get Rutgers? Maybe cuz he ran 163 yards and 3 scores against them in ’08? Oh and Oakland will not draft a safety cuz they do not need one.
Dingle Dangle
February 3, 2010 at 5:31 am
Not sure how I screwed that one up…thanks for the correction
morningfootball
February 3, 2010 at 2:22 pm
I’m not sold on McCoy myself, but could see why you placed him there. I’d rather see them take McClain or Haden. Good mock though.
Dan
February 4, 2010 at 12:58 am
Any of the three would help Cleveland a great deal. They lack an impact defensive lineman, a talented inside linebacker, and a #1 corner. Your guess is as good as mine.
morningfootball
February 4, 2010 at 6:37 am
Wouldn’t Shaun Rogers be considered an impact D-Lineman?
Chad
March 9, 2010 at 6:40 pm
He was, but he just doesn’t seem to want to play in Cleveland. We’ll see next year.
morningfootball
March 9, 2010 at 11:10 pm
Agreed. And I certainly wouldn’t run my head into the wall if Cleveland drafted McCoy like I will if they draft Dez Bryant.
Dan
February 6, 2010 at 8:15 pm
I can’t see them drafting another WR after spending two picks (Brian Robiskie and Mohammad Massaquoi) last year in the second round on WRs. Not to mention the addition of another of the Man-jets (WR Chansi Stuckey) to the passing game.
morningfootball
February 6, 2010 at 8:24 pm
Ok, so the JETS went far but i think they need to trade up with the JAGS and land Haden. This way the JAGs can pick Tebow at #29, much safer and less cash then at #11 and pick a pick or two. Otherwise they should trade down and pick up more picks for DEs, OT, OG and a KR/PR guy.
The JETS land Revis light and now have an unstoppable rebel force on Def.
They should also sign Marshal or Jackson to team with Edwards and Jericho at WR.
Peter
February 11, 2010 at 6:05 pm
The cost is way too high for the Jets to trade up for someone like Haden. They only have 5 picks, and not nearly enough ammo to go from 29 to 11. My guess is that they’ll grab the best available CB at 29, take a WR or rush linebacker in the second, and just hope for the best later in the draft. I do see the Jags trading down in the first for Tebow, that is a valid point. But the Jets can’t afford to go anywhere but down in the draft; they need a healthy helping of young talent at WR, CB, DE and OLB, and can do so by trading down.
morningfootball
February 11, 2010 at 6:54 pm
But if they sign a Jackson or Marshall, that eliminates the WR need. They can also pick up guys like the Spears from the Cowboys or their other young DE who was pretty decent this yr both free agents.
Maybe the JAGS trade up from round #2 to the JETS at #29 to get Tebow and the JETS could get some of JAGS picks.
If I were the JETS I would send the #29 pick to the Raiders for Asomugh, sign Marshal, re-sign Washington, Sign the two DEs from the Cowboys, draft a LOG who can play ROT and sign Pennington to Backup Sanchize.
Peter
February 11, 2010 at 8:47 pm
Don’t forget, if no CBA is reached, both Vincent Jackson and Brandon Marshall will be restricted free agents, and command high tenders. I don’t think Jackson will leave San Diego anyways, and Marshall will probably be retained and traded to Baltimore or Arizona. Marcus Spears will also be a CBA restricted free agent, though he is likely on his way out in Dallas anyways. At this point, I think the Jets will just sit tight and take the highest player on the board, and disregard free agency (don’t forget about the bizarre free agency rules that are in effect for playoff teams this year because of the CBA). They’ll snag a corner OR Damian Williams if he’s available, then hope for the best in the second round, or trade down in the second to pick up an extra mid round selection to draft a WR or DE. There is also no way the Jets get Asomugha; Al Davis doesn’t like trading his prizes away.
morningfootball
February 11, 2010 at 8:55 pm
peter you ahve no idea what your saying the jets coouldnt even sign that many people because of top 8 rule
i doubt both of those receivers will be available in FA think before you say anything
jose
February 20, 2010 at 4:33 pm
Jose,
Thanks for the warm words. Maybe you could offer a suggestion instead of just being an arse. While the JETS would have difficulty signing Marshal they could trade for him.
At this point I would like to see them trade down and acquire some more picks but not further then #5 unless it involves a sweet collection of picks.
Peter
March 29, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Did you watch any 49er games? While I agree with your first pick, Haden would be nice, the logical picks would be for Texas’ Thomas at 13 and then Bulaga or the best available OT). No Spillman, no WR, pick up a CB or WR in the second that can also return kicks. Note: Would love to get LeFevour in the third or 4th. He reminds me of Steve Young.
Steve
February 11, 2010 at 11:14 pm
I live in New York, so I can’t see a whole lot of them, but I did catch the games against Atlanta, Chicago, Arizona and Minnesota. Your point being…?
Taking Haden and Williams would be good additions to their defense. Haden would be a lockdown corner, and Williams would give them a big nose tackle, and allow Aubrayo Franklin to switch to his more natural position of DE.
I like LeFevour too; I don’t know about Steve Young, but he certainly does have starting potential, especially for a team that needs an answer at QB.
morningfootball
February 11, 2010 at 11:23 pm
My point is that the Niners are in no way getting out of the first round without OL help. The Niners need help on the right side of the line. The corners played better later in the season after Clemons went down. Safety help (Thomas) would add speed to the DBs. NT help can be had at a later round. The defense was sixth in sacks in the NFL and in the top half of the defenses. They need to control the ball and fixing line problems would help with this. They have problems sustaining drives. Also, there are no second round tackles that would allow this to happen. They could pick up guards in the later rounds. Also WR help would be picked up there too. Oh and they beat Arizona twice (the last one a romp) and Minnesota just got lucky at home.
Steve
February 12, 2010 at 10:56 pm
Look for the Jags to trade with New England for their first and a second and Jags take tebow at 22 Patriots take Jason pierre paul or Spiller if available… Another possibility they trade their own #1 2011 and a second this year for one of SFans picks and grab a shut down corner…Just thinking out loud
floridated
February 12, 2010 at 10:57 pm
I would not call it “thinking” if you see the jags taking tebow in Rd 1. no offense….but no way
John from Dallas
February 19, 2010 at 12:19 am
I am beginning to rethink the whole “Tebow in the first round” scenario, as they could try to trade up (or down) for him in the second. My point is that the Jags will take Tebow. They’ll go bankrupt if they don’t. For those of you who read the damn write up on the pick, remember that I said it was not a football move, but a financial one.
morningfootball
February 19, 2010 at 12:26 am
Eagles either trade up for Berry or trade out of the first round
Scott
February 20, 2010 at 10:46 am
That would be one hell of a trade up- I don’t think he escapes the top 5. Perhaps Philadelphia will make a move, perhaps not.
morningfootball
February 20, 2010 at 3:43 pm
If the Seahawks take an OT at 6 the 9ers would be better off twking Earl Thomas at 13. The SEA, NYG & TEN (coin-flip) would all need Thomas far more than Bulaga.
So, I’m happy with the picks just not in that order.
jerry'skid
February 20, 2010 at 3:38 pm
I don’t think that the Titans will go after a FS like Thomas; they do still have Pro Bowler Michael Griffin. Seattle or the Giants may go after Thomas, but I think they have bigger needs to fill, so they’ll pass.
morningfootball
February 20, 2010 at 3:42 pm
Spiller goes to Miami at #12. Ronnie can’t stay healthy, and is unsigned after 2010. Ricky’s going to hang up his cleats. The Dolphins will talk defense, defense, defense, then snake CJ out from under Seattle’s nose.
danewen
February 22, 2010 at 4:20 am
Sure HOPE the Niners stick to the game plan and pick up a solid first round Offensive Lineman. But I dont think taking CJ Spiller at pick 13 before your West Coast Rival picks him the very next pick is a bad idea. Keeps the Seattle Offense “Stale”, give the Niners all the benefits of getting a spark plug like CJ Spiller who can run the ball, catch the ball, and return the ball (very important for the Niners) all with great Speed. I think there will be an OL Prospect at 17 that will still be better than the options we have now, and then there is free agency to help plug the Offensive Line holes. Spiller is a rare talent as he has blinding speed, is a fantastic return man who can take it to the house, and is a change of pace scat back that could pair up well with Gore and Coffee to diversify the backfield. Spiller would help in the wide receiver spot as well because he is a great receiver and is faster then anyone on our club. He catches wheel routes and takes them to the house. We could put him in the slot and give Smith another weapon. And perhaps our starting field position will be better with Spiller. This all helps our defense who can get a rest if the offense can move the ball better. An OL and RB would help in those areas. Spiller has a nose for the first down marker. Alex Smith deserves the best line they can build him. He has always had poor to terrible offensive lines and has had to make do. Maybe he becomes a more accurate and deeper thrower with more time (OL Prospect) and a faster weapons (Spiller).
FaStRmAn
February 25, 2010 at 4:59 pm
It’s highly unlikely that the 49ers would waste a first round pick in order to keep a player from a division rival. They have several needs that could be addressed with the 13th overall pick, and it would make no sense for them to pass on an offensive tackle or FS Earl Thomas just so that they can “keep Seattle’s offense stale.” Mike Singletary is smarter than that.
morningfootball
February 26, 2010 at 2:26 pm
“Nightmare” for Tampa?? Maybe not. Both DTs gone is bad, but holding the slot for one of the available QBs would put the Bucs in a great position to deal down, esp. as Washington is rumored to like Bradford. The Skins might even want to move up a slot themselves.
Mike J
March 6, 2010 at 1:29 pm
There’s no reason for Washington to move up a slot to take Bradford or Clausen; there’s no threat of Tampa taking a QB at that spot. Now, if a team like Buffalo or Seattle wants to move up to get a QB, then we could see a trade. But Washington will either stay at #4, or trade into the #1 overall spot if they’re really in love with one of the two QB prospects.
morningfootball
March 6, 2010 at 3:53 pm
The USC OT’s last name is “Brown” not “Johnson.”
Mallory
March 7, 2010 at 5:37 am
Sorry…thought I had fixed that before. Got him mixed up with the LT from Indianapolis. Thanks for the catch.
morningfootball
March 7, 2010 at 5:43 am
If the Bucs get Suh, I might wet myself. I feel he is 100% better than McCoy. Freeman is the coach’s guy (from college) so there is no way TB is looking at a QB in round one.
Bucs828
March 29, 2010 at 8:52 pm
Tampa Bay may very well get Ndamakong Suh, with the way the top of the draft is shaping up. McCoy is still a very good prospect, so don’t be upset if Tampa “settles” for him. And obviously there is no way the Bucs are looking at a quarterback in the first round, they took one in the first round last year…
morningfootball
March 29, 2010 at 9:01 pm