Go Mock Yourself!
This is a little post Combine mock up that I did on SN and thought I'd share it just to get some E-pinions.
1. Detroit - Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
Detroit goes the safe route and grabs an offensive tackle as their cornerstone. Smith gets the edge over fellow tackle Eugene Monroe because of his run blocking ability.
2. St. Louis - Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia
No team has had worse luck at the left tackle spot over the past three seasons than St. Louis. Monroe comes in from day one as the penciled in starter. He has an ability to pass block that is second to none in the entire draft.
3. Kansas City - Aaron Curry, LB, Wake Forest
Scott Pioli drafts the best defensive player in the whole draft. Curry is a definite starter from the day he is drafted and can play any linebacker spot whether Kansas City employs a 4-3 or 3-4 defensive scheme.
4. Seattle - Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia
The Seahawks look toward the future with Stafford. Hasselbeck is beginning to show his age and his recurrent back injuries have become a legit concern. Stafford can sit for a season or two before taking over in Seattle.
5. Cleveland - Brian Orakpo, DE, Texas
The Browns were second to last when it came to quarterback sacks in 2008. Enough said, Cleveland drafts one of the most decorated defensive players in recent memory. Orakpo's amazing athleticism certainly doesn't hurt his case.
6. Cincinnati - Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech
Cincinnati takes the best receiver in the draft in Michael Crabtree. The Texas Tech product falls a little but he is too good for the Bengals to pass up. With Ocho Cinco and Lavernaues Coles both over 30 and not as good as they used to be Cincinnati looks for a future number one receiver.
7. Oakland - Jeremy Maclin, WR, Missouri
If you want to know how Al Davis drafts then all you have to know is "height, weight, speed". Davis loves athletes and is always looking for the next Cliff Branch. Maclin has the size, speed and break away ability to grab the attention of the Raider's owner.
8. Jacksonville - Mark Sanchez, QB, Southern California
Jacksonville continues its rebuilding process and drafts their signal caller for the future. Sanchez is a young and very talented quarterback that loves the game. That pleases Jags GM Gene Smith, he gets a great football player and Jack Del Rio gets another Trojan on the team.
9. Green Bay - B.J. Raji, DT, Boston College
The Pack drafts Raji as the anchor in their new Dom Capers led 3-4 defense. Raji is ideally built to hold down the nose spot. He can occupy blockers and has a good initial burst to collapse the pocket.
10. San Francisco - Andre Smith, OT, Alabama
San Francisco needs to solidify their offensive line. Smith's value and ability to play multiple spots on the offensive line make it him too good to pass by. Worried about Smith's lax attitude? Mike Singletary is the head coach, would you slouch under Mike Singletary? Me neither.
11. Buffalo - Brian Cushing, LB, Southern California
As Buffalo continues to revamp their defense into a bigger, more intimidating unit they get a little bigger and stronger at the linebacker position. Cushing can play anywhere in Buffalo's linebacking corps and will be a great tandem with Paul Posluszny for years.
12. Denver - Malcolm Jenkins, DB, Ohio State
The Broncos continue to repair their defense with the addition of Malcolm Jenkins. Jenkins could play corner but may move to safety in Mike Nolan's system. If anything he's the long term answer at safety after Brian Dawkins.
13. Washington - Everette Brown, DE, Florida State
With the release of Jason Taylor the Redskins are thin again at defensive end. Brown is another one of those athletic, speed rushers from FSU. Washington knows they have to get to the quarterback more often. Pairing Brown with newly acquired defensive tackle Albert Haynesorth is just too good not to have.
14. New Orleans - Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia
Moreno ends up in the Big Easy because the Saints are in desperate need for an every down back. Moreno runs hard every play and can even catch the ball when required. He's a nice fit that will allow Reggie Bush to continue to do what he does best, make plays from allover the field.
15. Houston - Vontae Davis, CB, Illinois
The Texans draft a really talented corner in Vontae Davis. Davis should excel in new defensive coordinator's zone scheme. The selection of Davis fixes a big hole in the Houston defense, a quality corner opposite Dunta Robinson.
16. San Diego - Rey Maualuga, LB, Southern California
The USC linebacker falls a little but won't have to pack his bags for training camp. The addition of Maualuga will beef up the middle of the Charger's defense. He's a big hitter, which will go over well with a defense that had trouble stopping people last season.
17. New York (J) - Clay Matthews Jr., LB, Southern California
Matthews is just a natural football player. He can play multiple positions on the defensive front which new head coach Rex Ryan really loves. Matthews is also a tireless defender and comes from a long line of great football players.
18. Chicago - Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Maryland
The Bears need more weapons out wide it's as simple as that. I can't even name a receiver on the Bears right now. (Ok, I CAN.) Heyward-Bey reminds me of another speedy receiver that dawned the Bears uniform, Willie Gault. Let's hope Heyward-Bey is more like Gault than a Troy Williamson 2.0.
19. Tampa Bay - Peria Jerry, DT, Ole Miss
Tampa sticks to their roots and goes defense. New head coach Raheem Morris gets a new player on his defense in defensive tackle Peria Jerry. Jerry fits well as an undersized tackle in Tampa's defense. He can penetrate up the field and is a tireless worker.
20. Detroit (t/Dallas) - Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
Jim Schwartz learned a valuable lesson in his years in Nashville, you win games in the trenches. By grabbing their franchise tackle earlier the Lions can go defense by selecting the quick-footed Robert Ayers. Ayers has a first step that will be feared by every tackle he lines up against. Grabbing a bookend tackle and pass rusher is a good way to start the reclamation project in Motown.
21. Philadelphia - Michael Oher, OT, Ole Miss
The Eagles begin their youth movement on their offensive line by getting a new left tackle. Oher is a quick study that blocks equally well for the run or pass. McNabb wanted to see what the Eagles did to improve the team, I'd think getting a blindside pass protector will go over big with him.
22. Minnesota - Max Unger, C, Oregon
With Matt Birk now a Raven the Vikings will move Ryan Cook from right tackle to center. The Vikings decide to go with a more accomplished lineman in Oregon's Max Unger. Unger is extremely valuable in that he can play four line positions and should be a very nice long term replacement for Birk.
23. New England - Aaron Maybin, OLB/DE, Penn State
The Patriots finally went young in their linebacking corps last year and it paid big dividends. Look for Bill Belichick to improve the pass rush by grabbing Maybin. The undersized defensive end has tremendous athleticism and did a great job at rushing the passer in his time at Happy Valley.
24. Atlanta - Alphonso Smith, CB, Wake Forest
With the departure of Dominique Foxworth the Falcons have a big hole. Alphonso Smith is a complete corner that can do it all. It's no secret the Atlanta defense was pretty much a one man show. Thomas Dimitroff decides to solidify the pass defense with Wake Forest's Alphonso Smith.
25. Miami - Darius Butler, CB, Connecticut
Bill Parcells decides to draft one of the most talented defensive backs in the entire draft. Darius Butler has great change of direction skills and ball instincts. The Dolphins have missed with other defensive backs in the past but Parcells will change that trend with the selection of Butler.
26. Baltimore - Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State
The Ravens give their young signal caller another weapon. Pettigrew is the most complete tight end available. His receiving skills and blocking are solid and he's make a very good compliment to Todd Heap.
27. Indianapolis - Hakeem Nicks, WR, North Carolina
Peyton Manning gets another polished receiver. Nicks is a very precise route runner even as a rookie. With Nicks in the fold with Wayne and Gonzalez the Colts continue to run their very effective three receiver sets.
28. Philadelphia (t/Carolina) - LeSean McCoy, RB, Pittsburgh
McCoy is to be the compliment to Brian Westbrook. McCoy is a more valuable inside runner but has the hands to be a receiving threat. Unlike Chris Wells, McCoy is more well rounded and doesn't have the injury tag hanging over him.
29. New York (G) - Kenny Britt, WR, Rutgers
The G-Men go after another big receiver in Rutger's Kenny Britt. He has the size and physical stature to overpower most defensive backs in the NFL. Britt may just be the replacement for another big receiver that has worn out his welcome in the Big Apple.
30. Tennessee - Percy Harvin, WR, Florida
Tennessee adds the versatile Percy Harvin. Harvin comes in and immediately helps out on special teams softening the loss of Chris Carr. Eventually Harvin will work his way into the lineup either at receiver or running back. Imagine Harvin and Chris Johnson on the field together?
31. Arizona - Chris Wells, RB, Ohio State
At a great value the Cards grab talented Ohio State running back Chris 'Beanie' Wells. Adding Wells to the versatile Tim Hightower will give the Cardinals a very nice running back tandem. Wells will be the feature inside runner while Hightower runs outside and is used as a receiver out of the backfield.
32. Pittsburgh - Eben Britton, OT, Arizona
Britton is rising up draft boards and for good reason. He's versatile tackle that may play either right or left in the pros. Britton has the size, long arms and good enough feet to handle either spot. The Steelers need to solidify their offensive front and Britton is the first piece in that process.
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WOW.. VERY UNIMPRESSIVE!
WOW.. VERY UNIMPRESSIVE!How does Raji fall past the Jags?
How does Max Unger go before Alex Mack?
Why would a 3-4 OLB go to a 4-3 scheme in washington?
And how does he go past Denver who runs a 3-4 and needs LBs?
WOW.. VERY UNIMPRESSIVE!How does Raji fall past the Jags?
How does Max Unger go before Alex Mack?
Why would a 3-4 OLB go to a 4-3 scheme in washington?
And how does he go past Denver who runs a 3-4 and needs LBs? Some of them I see, but the other’s are VERY questionable… Saints take another RB in the Top 15?
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 10:33 AM EDT reply actions
Well…
Raji falls past the Jags because:
1. He’s got character concerns. A major NO-NO in the Gene Smith era if you’ve paid any attention to what’s been going on.
2. He isn’t a top eight pick. You’re getting too hung up on his Senior Bowl showing.
Unger goes before Mack because Unger, unlike Mack, has great versatility. I’ll take a player that can play FOUR line positions on the offensive line than just one.
Some view Brown as a 3-4 end and some view him as a 4-3 end. At 250lbs Brown could play either early on, that just depends on which team he goes to. Pardon me, apparently you’ve already got him pegged as 3-4 backer, period.
He falls beyond Denver because Brown is a pass rusher from FSU. We all know how successfully they’ve worked out…OH WAIT! Denver needs better coverage on the back end and Jenkins could play either corner or safety. Although I’ll admit, not my best pick.
What’s wrong with NO taking a RB? Who’s going to run the ball? Reggie Bush? Pierre what’s his name? Come on.
Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, Fred Taylor. Sounds about right.
Raji has character concerns? Where did this come from? He’s not a top eight pick? Lay off the pipe bro…
UNGER got manhandled at the senior bowl and did NOT show well at the combine… Brown is a 3-4 backer and can only be successful at that in this league… Denver needs more versatile Lb’s going to a 3-4 , which is why if Brown falls to them, they wil take him…
I think the Saints need more help in the secondary then they do in the backfield right now… Get a RB in the second round…
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 10:51 AM EDT up reply actions
His work ethic and weight are legit concerns. He isn’t a top eight pick and frankly I wouldn’t take him in the top 10 but he fits what Green Bay needs.
What are YOU smoking? Unger did fine at the Senior Bowl and impressed allover the place at the Combine.
Say what you will about Brown but some project him as a DE not just an OLB. Nice to know you have the inside crystal ball info on Brown and that he must play OLB to be successful in the NFL.
The Saints need help in secondary and they can get that in the second round as well. Plus they’re still likely to add Darren Sharper later.
Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, Fred Taylor. Sounds about right.
if you say so my friend… dont know where you are getting your info from…
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 11:02 AM EDT up reply actions
But you haven’t asked… Ive been a scout for years…
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 11:05 AM EDT up reply actions
hhhmm…. your lack of intelligence only makes you look dumb…
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions
"Mersh, you gotta lay off the pipe, man... Clinton is PLAYING HERE...." "Marrr-velous"
Quote from Gutter to Mersh from the classic PCU….
The End Is Nigh... www.infowars.com
Didn’t mean it in a rude way, just dont see all those things occuring… I dont see some teams passing on players that are BAP…
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 10:47 AM EDT reply actions
It's easy to find fault in someone else's mock draft because....
it’s just an opinion. The main flaw with mock drafts is obviously that you can’t take into consideration that teams will trade up or down. I see where lots of national mock drafts have the Jags choosing either Sanchez or Stafford with the eighth pick. I really believe the Jags would be adding a year to their rebuilding by choosing a QB who won’t be ready for at least 2 years. I don’t think they have that luxury. I think they will be looking hard to trade down for an extra pick, at least I hope so. To address some of your questions about this mock draft, isn’t Raji built for a 3-4, and at last look the Jags were still a 4-3. Brown is more than a speed rush end, I watched him play every game last year and he was a beast against the run. I think he had a lot of tackles for losses and he just did 39 reps of 225 lbs. at his pro day so he is really strong up top. Finally, you say you didn’t mean it in a rude way, but your later comment about “lay off the pipe bro” doesn’t sound like you’re sincere.
Much Appreciated.
I didn’t consider trades in this mock. I never do, it gets too complicated.
Thanks for seeing the obvious about Raji, that he is an ideal 3-4 NT and not a good fit in a 4-3.
As for Brown he may be an OLB, fact is I DON’T KNOW. Although he COULD still be a defensive end in the NFL but apparently some know what he is before he’s even drafted.
Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, Fred Taylor. Sounds about right.
The JAgs will be running a 3-4 this year sometimes…
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 11:03 AM EDT up reply actions
They MAY run some 3-4 defense in some VERY specific situations. Not enough to invest a first round pick in a guy that’s going to fit ideally in the defense only a few times a season.
Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, Fred Taylor. Sounds about right.
We will see how it pans out… maybe you will be right and they will select Mark Sanchez…
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions
I will just hold all comments on this post to make everyone happy… :)
by floridafalcons#63 on Mar 17, 2009 11:07 AM EDT reply actions
About Raji and the jaguars.
Acording to Matt McGuire:
B.J. Raji: Based on my sources, Jacksonville will not select Raji. They have Rob Meier and John Henderson, and they do not feel like defensive tackle is a big need.
So maybe (but who knows this year?) can we take off from the board. But I’m not on that Sanchez selection either. This team has many holes to fill, and you want that the 1st round choice sitting on the bench in the next 1-2 years or more(David will be 31, a young 31 as Vic says)…
Plus, if the Jags selecting a QB in the 1st round, everytime they lose, or Garrard play average or bad, half of the fanbase will start to yell for the new guy (in this case Sanchez), so please no. This team has enough problems now. We don’t need now another Garrard vs Leftwich. But this is just me.
by Zoltan from Budapest on Mar 17, 2009 11:36 AM EDT reply actions
I agree totally...
I’m not familiar with Matt McGuire but I’m not too impressed with how the national guys DON’T have their finger on the Jags pulse. But who knows? The fact that there have been rumors of trading Big John and Meier tires if used full time, along with the rumor that the Jags will be running a 3-4 sometimes, makes me think if the Jags trade down and Raji is still there, they may select him.
I really doubt
Henderson doesn’t get traded.
by Adam Stites on Mar 17, 2009 12:20 PM EDT up reply actions
I have Sanchez going to the Jags based on being the B.A.P. at the time. I didn’t consider or care about “other needs”. We picked Reggie Williams because it was a “need”. Same with Matt Jones. Yes I know Sanchez won’t be an impact player in 2009 but I don’t want to pass on a possible franchise QB because we have “other needs”.
Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, Fred Taylor. Sounds about right.
It is not about need
The Jags can select a CB, a RB, an offensive or defensive lineman, a WR, there are a “need” almost every position right now. That’s why I would not waste my 1st round pick to a guy, that I will use 2 or more years to come…
by Zoltan from Budapest on Mar 17, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Even if that guy becomes your franchise QB?
Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, Fred Taylor. Sounds about right.
to me
the number one rule about drafting is "would you want the colts to get this guy?’
if the answer is no, think about it
if hell no, draft
surreal to be teal
Maybe even so
A 1st rounder QB can be also a big bust. I understand your opinion, and everyone who says if the BAP is a QB pick him, but I think now (in this situation the Jaguars are) it is better, if you select a guy, who will play this year, maybe on day 1 as a starter. (And this is just my note, but I hope if do that, he finally plays like a 1st round choice from day 1)
by Zoltan from Budapest on Mar 18, 2009 6:43 AM EDT up reply actions
yeah, we not see it
for a long time:
Marcedes was injured in his rookie year a lot, Reggie did OK, in his 1st year, but last year is performance was a bit of upset, and Derrick, he certanly not played like a #8 pick early in the season(later he was better, but he have much space left to grow..,)
So yeah, I hope the next 1st round choice will making a BIG, POSITIVE difference this season.
by Zoltan from Budapest on Mar 18, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions
zoltan
do you know who mark jones is, i just saw on nfl network the titans signed wr mark jones to a multi-year deal. im going to look it up
surreal to be teal
I have no idea
Who that guy is, but I’m sure the other writers of this site will give us the answer. I search at Walterfootball after him, but I didn’t see his name among the FAs.
by Zoltan from Budapest on Mar 18, 2009 5:55 PM EDT up reply actions
He was a really
good return man for the Panthers I believe. He’s a north south, quick ,and creative returner.

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