Wednesday, April 8, 2009

1. Detroit Lions: Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia
For some, an obvious choice here would be a left tackle that could bolster the line for years to come. But the biggest thing the Lions are lacking is a face of the franchise. The Atlanta Falcons faced the same choice in last April's draft and look how it has turned out for them. Matt Stafford is a big, strong quarterback who can make all the NFL throws. Those discussions of Stafford being a frat-pack only, douchebag have been laid to rest, as Stafford scored a 38 on his wonderlic test. This is an obvious choice for the Lions to make, as it stands right now. CONTRACT!

2. St. Louis Rams: Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
With the loss of Orlando Pace this off-season and the high probability that the Rams would have taken Jake Long with the number two pick last year had the Dolphins not nabbed him with the number one pick, this seems like an easy pick. Smith is a phenomenal pass blocker on the edge but also a very good run blocker and has the tenacity you would like for an offensive lineman. Another guy here that would make sense is Eugene Moore.

3. Kansas City Chiefs: Aaron Curry, ILB, Wake Forest
What can anyone say..this guy has been an absolute freak on the field and in workouts this passed year. With the Chiefs acquiring Matt Cassell this off-season they can now address some needs on defense with this pick. If it were not for Cassell, I could see the Chiefs going for that clowny, child molester from south beach, Mark Sanchez. Curry could fit any scheme either 4-3 or 3-4 and with the ever-aging Mike Vrabel right there beside him, the Chief linebacking corps takes a big step forward.

4. Seattle Seahawks: Eugene Moore, OT, Virginia
I am gonna go with the smart pick here, over what I would like to see. It comes down to Moore and Michael Crabtree, but with the addition of TJ Houshmankillya, I like Moore here. This would be a huge security blanket for the aged Matt Hassleback. Moore is an all around great player and athlete at left tackle who seems to do everything well.

5. Cleveland Browns: Brian Orakpo, OLB, Texas
You wanna talk about a guy who burst onto the college football scene last season, this is him. Orakpo is often referred to as a "workout warrior" but he also showed what he can do on the field, winning the Nagurski Trophy for the Nation's Top Defensive Player in '08. The Brown's pass rushing was absolutely horrible in 2008 and this pick can quickly change that. Now the Browns would prefer Curry here, but no way he will still be on the board.

6. Cincinnati Bengals: Andre Smith, OT, Alabama
The Bengals have to go offensive line here. Did anyone else notice how hard it was to watch these guys play last year? It was horrid. Andre Smith seems to be carrying a little extra baggage lately but it should be of little concern, we all know that the Bengals don't need any more off the field distractions. Smith is one of the most talented players in the draft, but many teams ahead of the Bengals don't like his maturity, in my opinion he will be fine, atleast that's the image I get when I look at his family.

7. Oakland Raiders: Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech
Michael Crabtree is an elite wide receiver and is only a redshirt sophomore coming out, that says a lot. Since I have Seattle passing on Crabtree, this is about as far as he should fall. Crabtree is like the Calvin Johnson of a couple years ago. He will give JaMarcus Russell a very good target even a target 75 yards downfield, as Russell can throw it that far....on one knee.

8. Jacksonville Jaguars: BJ Raji, DT, Boston College
The Jags run defense suffered last season and Raji seems to be a very viable option. He impressed all coaches at the senior bowl and had a very disruptive season for opposing offenses. He is a very sturdy 6'1" 330 lbs man, and a hard one to move at that. He looks to be a typical nose guard for a 3-4 scheme but he will be perfectly fine in a 4-3 as well. Now tell the Raiders thank you!!

9. Green Bay Packers: Aaron Maybin, OLB, Penn State
Green Bay recently switched to a 3-4 scheme and Maybin will fit the bill at outside linebacker perfectly. He is a fast, blitzing linebacker and thats what the Packers need alongside AJ Hawk. Coming off the edge is what this guy does best, and he can also put his hand down in the dirt if he was in a 4-3. I smell a championship run.

10. San Francisco 49ers: Mark Sanchez, QB, Southern Cal
As much as I dislike Sanchez he has the ability to be a great NFL quarterback one day. He is very smart and has the intangibles coaches and managers look for. If he has the type of intangibles at this young of an age, I can't wait to see what he can do in 3-4 years. Atleast he won't turn into another Matt Leinart. Shaun Hill has yet to prove to the upbeat Singletary that he can be a winner in this league. Sanchez and Singletary might go along quite well with eachother, I mean they each like pranks and doing things out of the ordinary, that most "normal" people don't even think of. It's all about relationships here.

11. Buffalo Bills: Everette Brown, DE, Florida State
Yet another team that was hard to watch last year were the Buffalo Bills. The offense was always sputtering and the defense was just boring to watch. Brown is a pass rushing specialist and should help the defense that only created 24 sacks on the season, ranking last in the NFL. I think there should be no question with this pick.

12. Denver Broncos: Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU
You wanna see what a prototype 3-4 Defensive End looks like?...this is it. Jackson is all 6-6 290 lbs and more. At LSU he was a monster on the edge but had a lack of production because he was playing more against the run. In a 3-4 defense Jackson will be an absolute beast. The Broncos must NOT pass up on the opportunity. This guy still has very viable speed for a guy his size and can sometimes get around the edge to the quarterback as he showed in 2006.

13. Washington Redskins: Michael Oher, OT, Ole Miss
Michael Oher is a freakishly talented offensive tackle. Many teams have backed off a little bit because of some poor workouts, but what matters is how you perform on the field and this guy can be an All-Pro. Oher has come from a very difficult past and knows how to get things done, as he is a very mature young man. He will most likely be a right tackle because of his inconsistency in pass blocking but ask any coach in the SEC, this guy is legit.

14. New Orleans Saints: Malcom Jenkins, FS, Ohio State
With a poor showing in the combine as a cornerback, Jenkins looks to be a good fit at safety. One team in dire need of help in its secondary are the Saints. This is a Super Bowl team if they could finally address the defense. Jenkins played cornerback at Ohio State but some poor 40 times have brought concern to whether he could play corner in the NFL. The Saints can use him at safety or corner any way.

15. Houston Texans: Brian Cushing, OLB, Southern Cal
And USC's reign of dominance in the NFL draft continues. Brian Cushing is a big athlete who is good at everything. He is very good in run and pass defense and has pretty good speed to go along with his big frame. This would greatly help the Texans defense, IF Cushing can keep healthy which he has had problems with.

16. San Diego Chargers: Rey Maualuga, ILB, Southern Cal
San Diego does not seem to have any big problems that need to be addressed at this time. They look like a New England Patriots team, stacked at every position. At inside linebacker though, they seem to lack an explosive, "I'm gonna kill ya!" type of player. Rey well he fits that very well, but don't forget he does have his feminine side, that he showed off at Southern Cal. This guy will absolutely take your head off if you come over the middle and will also clog a hole and find the runner quickly. With Tomlinson staying in San Diego, the Chargers have no need to go after a runningback, kind of the same situation with the Saints.

17. New York Jets: Chris Wells, RB, Ohio State
Finally, my favorite player in the draft. Wells is a big, powerful back with great explosiveness. With Thomas Jones turning 31 and possibly in his last year with the team this seems to be the Jets next great runningback. Another option here would be receiver but I don't look at Percy Harvin or Jeremy Maclin, the next two receivers on the board, fitting well here with uncertainties at quarterback. Wells will run over some dudes on his way to the endzone, I absolutely love this pick.

18. Chicago Bears: Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Maryland
Heyward-Bey is a perfect fit for the number one receiver in Chicago. He checks in at 6-2 210 lbs and has really burst onto the scene with a great season at Maryland and a very good combine. He is the most impressive looking receiver on the board when compared to the likes of Percy Harvin and Jeremy Maclin. Another reason he goes here is because, why would Chicago take Maclin when they have an elite punt and kick returner already on the roster...Devin Hester.

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Josh Freeman, QB, Kansas State
Well you shove Gruden out the door, and what do you do?...bring in another quarterback of course. Josh Freeman played in a pro-style offense at Kansas State and is a towering 6-6 250 lbs. This guy has a cannon of an arm and physically is ready to play in the NFL. It is often known that knew managements go after their own players, Freeman is these guy's player.

20. Detroit Lions (from Dallas): Peria Jerry, DT, Ole Miss
With the trade of Cory Redding to Seattle earlier in the year the Lions now have a hole at Defensive tackle. Jerry reminds me of Glenn Dorsey with his short stature and strong body. He has great speed and explosiveness off the line, lets just hope he does not under perform like Dorsey in Kansas City. The Lions could also use some help on the offensive line as well.

21. Philadelphia Eagles: Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State
With the Eagles choosing not to re-sign tightend LJ Smith they now have a hole at there. Pettigrew is a big guy at 6-6 260 lbs. and is a tremendous blocker. He is not a great pass catcher but he is not bad at it. He will come in and play from day one most likely. Plus Donovan McNabb needs as much protection as he can get, the dude is hurt almost every year.

22 Minnesota Vikings: Eben Britton, OT, Arizona
The Vikings could use help at corner and wide receiver, but Childress needs to win right away and Britton would be a solid right tackle. Britton is a big guy who has great overall ability but can come in to this franchise and perform right away. If the Vikings are stupid they go for a guy like Maclin, if this becomes the case say bye, bye Childress.

23. New England Patriots: Clint Sintim, LB, Virginia
With Rey Maualuga and Brian Cushing off the board by this time the Patriots look to refresh their linebacking corps here. Mike Vrabel is gone, Teddy Bruschi is a question with his health and age, along with Adalius Thomas also turning 32. Sintim played a 3-4 in college at Virginia and could play inside or outside for the Patriots. He is very effective in both the pass and run and also a pretty good pass rusher off the edge.

24. Atlanta Falcons: Larry English, DE, Northern Illinios
Atanta had a great off-season last year and addressed most of their needs, but there are still some more holes to fill. English will have the chance to play both linebacker and defensive end at atlanta to do anything he can to help their pass rush. Abraham on the opposite side will continue to do his thing. I could see the Falcons going with Pettigrew here but he will probably be off the board by this pick.

25. Miami Dolphins: Percy Harvin, WR, Florida
Here is the guy that Miami fans will be drooling over for years to come. Harvin has amazing speed and reaches top speed very quickly. He runs great routes and always seems to find a way to get open. And how about that Wildcat formation?..just think of what Harvin can do with the creative play calling in South Beach. Playmaker, playmaker, PLAYMAKER

26. Baltimore Ravens: Vontae Davis, CB, Illinois
Davis is a big prospect at cornerback. He has the uncanny ability to break up pass plays and create turnovers. He can bolster the Ravens secondary which recently cut Chris McAlister. Davis happens to be one of the most talented players in the draft but character problems will flaw where he ends up. Very impressive physical specimen, kid better not screw it up.

27. Indianapolis Colts: Sen'Derrick Marks, DT, Auburn
Colts have a big need on the defensive line, as they have lacked putting pressure on opposing quarterbacks and then also have been unable to stop the run. Marks is another short and sturdy, hold my ground and push you 'round, type of player. Marks can give immediate help to a thinned out defensive line in Indy.

28. Philadelphia Eagles (from Carolina): Alex Mack, C, California
With the addition of Pettigrew the Eagles will also be looking for more protectin for McNabb, they must go with an offensive lineman here. Alex Mack is the best pure center in this draft and would be a huge help to the Eagles down the road. I'll say it again, you can never provide McNabb with too much protection.

29. New York Giants: Hakeem Nicks, WR, North Carolina
With Plaxico Burress potentially facing a good amount of time in prison the Giants DESPERATELY need a big wideout. Nicks is a big physical guy who can step in. He is very aggressive in the air but also has great hands and body control also. He has decent speed and is a match-up problem for smaller DB's especially in the redzone.

30. Tennessee Titans: DJ Moore, CB, Vanderbilt
DJ Moore is a bit of an undersized cornerback but he plays much bigger than he is. Very good playmaker, he can also return kicks and punts for Tennessee. He has very good speed and also a pretty good athlete, as he played receiver for Vanderbilt this past season. The Titans will need some playmakers on defense after the huge loss of Albert Haynesworth on the defensive line.

31. Arizona Cardinals: Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia
This will be a great pick if Moreno does actually slip this far to pick 31. He is a true playmaker at the runningback position, and a perfect fit for the Cardinals offense. He may not be the best at running between the tackles but he is not Reggie Bush. He can take a beating and pop right back up, he helps to stretch the field and is a very good pass catcher out of the backfield. Tim Hightower and Moreno in the same backfield would be awesome.

32. Pittsburgh Steelers: Max Unger, G, Oregon
The Pittsburgh Steelers could potentially upgrade the corner position with Alphonso Smith from Wake Forrest, but their offensive line has been aging over the years and could be refreshed. Unger played center at Oregon but would make a great option at guard. Alan Faneca is a great player he needs to watch some film on before he takes to the field. The Steelers need to keep Big Ben healthy for years to come, he is a star in the making, just look at that fat contract he has.

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