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Big C’s Mock Draft Part II
As promised, I am back with picks 21 thru 11 and may have a few surprises in the mix. A notable absence from my first round selections is Penn State defensive end Aaron Maybin. I feel he is surrounded by a lot of hype and believe that he is a tad overrated. You will also find that some prospects have moved up the board while others are dropping like flies. Check back Friday for my Top 10 picks.
21. Philadelphia Eagles (9-6-1): Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia
Running back Brian Westbrook will turn 30 years old before the season starts and boy would the team be elated to see Moreno still available. Moreno is almost identical to Westbrook in terms of talent. The best word to describe the runner is explosive. Moreno would be a steal at 21.
20. Detroit Lions (0-16): Eben Britton, OT, Arizona
The Lions have apparently settled on quarterback Matthew Stafford with the first overall pick and now must provide protection for their franchise quarterback. Britton may not be the best offensive tackle in his class, but is one of the better pass-blockers among the group.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-7): Peria Jerry, DT, Mississippi
Jerry is a penetrating undersized defensive tackle much like former Buc Warren Sapp and should fit in well with the defense.
18. Denver Broncos (8-8): Everette Brown, DE, Florida State
The Broncos are transitioning into a 3-4 defense and this hybrid pass-rusher would provide the defense with a speed rusher off the edge.
17. New York Jets (9-7): Josh Freeman, QB, Kansas State
Freeman’s stock is on the rise and the Jets have a definite need for quarterback after losing Brett Favre to retirement. However, running back is also and option here.
16. San Diego Chargers (8-8): Brian Cushing, OLB, USC
Cushing is extremely versatile after having played defensive end, inside and middle linebacker for the Trojans. Crushing might be too good to pass up at 16 - if he’s available.
15. Houston Texans (8-8): Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
The Texans are seeking a serious pass-rush opposite Super Mario
14. New Orleans Saints (8-8): Malcolm Jenkins, CB, Ohio State
The Saints have just four picks in this year’s draft and will have to make their first round selection count with an impact player. I feel Jenkins would be a steal at this point. Don’t rule out trading down for the Saints.
13. Washington Redskins (8-8): Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU
I picked Jackson because he would be an adequate replacement for Jason Taylor who traded in his pads for Cuban heels and a rumba partner. Hopefully the only dancing Jackson will do is after sacking quarterbacks at FedEx Field.
12. Denver Broncos (8-8): Mark Sanchez, QB, USC
The inexperience of Sanchez will cause him to tumble and fall in the lap of the Broncos who will be looking for a replacement for former franchise quarterback Jay Cutler.
11. Buffalo Bills (7-9): Michael Oher, OT, Mississippi
Offensive tackle Jason Peters was dealt to Philadelphia and could be replaced in the lineup by Oher.
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By SSCHAWKS
April 23, 2009 11:48 AM | Link to this
I only hope Seattle does not take Sanchez at #4. I’m surprised you have Moreno going so late.