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Big C’s Mock Draft Part III
Here are my Top 10 picks to round out my first mock draft. My final mock will come on Saturday for recent trade movement has already affected some of my earlier picks.
10. San Francisco 49ers (7-9): Andre Smith, OT, Alabama
Aside from his questionable character issues the 49ers get a steal.
9. Green Bay Packers (6-10): B.J. Raji, DT, Boston College
Bad pub has caused Raji’s stock to dip but he shouldn’t make it past Green Bay at No. 9.
8. Jacksonville Jaguars (5-11): Jeremy Maclin, WR, Missouri
Maclin had a superb showing in Indianapolis and his performance at the school’s pro day was said to be even better. He answered all the questions on whether or not he can play outside receiver. Maclin would have a consummate professional to learn from in receiver Torry Holt should he land in Jacksonville. Did I mention that Maclin is also a dangerous return-man?
7. Oakland Raiders (5-11): Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech
Crabtree would give quarterback JaMarcus Russell a legitimate weapon on the outside and help jumpstart the Raiders 32nd ranked passing offense.
6. Cincinnati Bengals (4-11-1): Chris “Beanie” Wells, RB, Ohio State
With J. Smith, Monroe and Orakpo off the board, I could see the Bengals addressing their need at running back with this selection. Wells is an impact player and is highly coveted by the team. He would make for a nice complement to starting running back Cedric Benson. What’s the knock on the Beanster? Durability? Yes. But not his will to perform and nor his will to succeed.
Offensive lineman Andre Smith could also be an option here, but there are still some reservations about him wigging-out at the combine for no apparent reason.
5. Cleveland Browns (4-12): Brian Orakpo, DE/OLB, Texas
The Cleveland defense finished the 2008 season tied for next to last in the NFL in sacks with 17, and the Browns will undoubtedly be looking to upgrade their pass-rush. The Browns have invested a lot of time in edge-rusher. The team held a private workout with Orakpo on March 18 and brought him in for a visit on April 14.
4. Seattle Seahawks (4-12): Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia
What good is Mark Sanchez or any other quarterback in the Seahawks lineup if he’s flat on his back? Simply put, the Seahawks must solidify their O-line.
3. Kansas City Chiefs (2-14): Aaron Curry, LB, Wake Forest
Although Curry may be the top prospect in the draft, the Chiefs are considering trading out of the No. 3 spot to stockpile picks.
2. St. Louis Rams (2-14): Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
The Rams will need to fill the void created by offensive tackle Orlando Pace, who will be serving up pancakes in Chicago this season.
1. Detroit Lions (0-16): Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia
No-brainer! The Lions are in need of a franchise quarterback and I believe Stafford is the best prospect out there.
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By Mike
April 24, 2009 3:16 AM | Link to this
with all the RB talent available (much cheaper) in the 2nd round,and with Beanie’s injury issues, ain’t no way Mike Brown is taking Wells. That was a sad attempt at sarcasm. Beanie=Chris Perry 1.1
By GENE
April 24, 2009 4:08 AM | Link to this
If you look at the history of Seattle drafting you will only see Walter Jones as a high pic. No ot in this draft is near as good at Walter. It will be sanchez
By Yeah Right
April 24, 2009 5:23 AM | Link to this
The Bengals may be stupid, but they aren’t stupid enough to draft Chris Wells that high. I agree with others that Sanchez is going to go earlier. I say either the Bengals take Monroe if he is still there, if not - Crabtree because they need a stud receiver for the future.
By Darryl Meier
April 24, 2009 8:35 AM | Link to this
Crabtree ahead of Wells; Sanchez only 16 starts most against PAC/WAC 10; Maybe the Brady Quinn of this year’s draft.
By Doco
April 24, 2009 9:15 AM | Link to this
If Seattle would be stupid to draft a QB with a weak offensive line, why is it a no-brainer for the the Lions to take Stafford?
By Lew
April 24, 2009 10:12 AM | Link to this
QB’s? WR’s? RB’s? No…. The Bengals need offensive line help. They stink up there. 1700 pounds of paper mache would be better. No skill player can have any real success with the current offensive line.
By Big Jack
April 24, 2009 1:02 PM | Link to this
I’m not thinking the Bengals will be looking at RB in the first. They resigned Benson, who did a good job for them last year and they just picked up Gary Rusell from Pittsburgh. With so many other needs on the team, a RB can affor to wait.
By BnOPanther
April 24, 2009 1:05 PM | Link to this
If Wells is the pick, I’m done as a Bengals fan. Even if Monroe, J Smith are on the board, I want Andre Smith! The guy will be All Pro in 2 years. Quote me on that!
By Bengalsguy
April 24, 2009 1:56 PM | Link to this
I can see the Bengals doing something that stupid, I don’t think Beanie is the pic though.
By brunnegd
April 24, 2009 3:07 PM | Link to this
Linemen, Linemen, Linemen! But then, this the Brown family, some of whom don’t seem to know one end of the football from the other.
By Whodey308
April 24, 2009 4:35 PM | Link to this
Does Big C even understand football..there is NO WAY the Bengals take Beenie with the 6th pick. I agree with Panther…give me Andre Smith
By hackwilson
April 24, 2009 9:20 PM | Link to this
Quarterback,wide reciever,running back,in no particular order.High profile types are needed to hide the shortcomings