Post-Combine Top 10 QB's:

1.) Mark Sanchez- USC

2.) Matt Stafford- Georgia

3.) Josh Freeman- Kansas St

4.) Nate Davis- Ball St

5.) Stephen McGee- Texas A&M

6.) Rhett Bomar- Sam Houston

7.) Pat White- West Virginia  (Senior Bowl Impact) (RB) (WR)

8.) Rudy Carpenter- ASU

9.) Hunter Cantwell- Louisville

10.) Curtis Painter- Purdue

 

Post-Combine Top 10 RB's:

1.) Knowshon Moreno- Georgia

2.) Donald Brown- UCONN

3.) Chris Wells- Ohio State

4.) Andre Brown- NC St (Senior Bowl Impact)

5.) LeSean McCoy- Pittsburgh

6.) Shonn Greene- Iowa

7.) Mike Goodson- Texas A&M

8.) Cedric Peerman- Virginia (Senior Bowl Impact)

9.) Ian Johnson- Boise St.

10.) James Davis- Clemson

 

Post-Combine Top 10 WR's:

1.) Jeremy Maclin- Missouri

2.) Darrius Heyward-Bey- Maryland

3.) Michael Crabtree- Texas Tech (Injury)

4.) Brian Robiskie- OSU (Senior Bowl Impact)

5.) Hakeem Nicks- UNC

6.) Kenny Britt- Rutgers

7.) Percy Harvin- Florida

8.) Louis Murphy- Florida

9.) Patrick Turner- USC (Senior Bowl Impact)

10.) Ramses Barden- Cal Poly


 

Post-Combine Top 10 TE's:

1.) Jared Cook- South Carolina

2.) Brandon Pettigrew- Oklahoma St (Senior Bowl Impact)

3.) Shawn Nelson- Southern Mississippi (Senior Bowl Impact)

4.) Cornelius Ingram- Florida

5.) James Casey- Rice

6.) Chase Coffman- Missouri

7.) Travis Beckum- Wisconsin

8.) Jared Bronson- Central Washington

9.) Cameron Morrah- California

10.) Marquez Branson- Central Arkansas

 

Post-Combine Top 10 OT's:

1.) Jason Smith- Baylor

2.) Eugene Monroe- Virginia

3.) Andre Smith- Alabama

4.) Will Beatty- UCONN (Senior Bowl Impact)

5.) Michael Oher- Mississippi

6.) Eben Britton- Arizona

7.) Jamon Meredith- South Carolina

8.) Troy Kropog- Tulane

9.) Cornelius Lewis- Tenn St.

10.) Phil Loadholts- Oklahoma

 

Post-Combine Top 10 OG's:

1.) Duke Robinson- Oklahoma

2.) Andy Levitre- Oregon St

3.) Herman Johnson- LSU

4.) Kraig Urbik- Wisconsin

5.) Trevor Canfield- Cincinnati

6.) Chris Dockery- Texans

7.) Tyronne Green- Auburn

8.) Greg Isdaner- West Virginia

9.) Ray Feinga- BYU

10.) Paul Fanaika- ASU

 

Post-Combine Top 10 C's:

1.) Eric Wood- Louisville (Senior Bowl Impact)

2.) Max Unger- Oregon

(Senior Bowl Impact)

3.) Alex Mack- CAL (Senior Bowl Impact)

4.) Jonathan Luigs- Arkansas

5.) Antoine Caldwell- Alabama

6.) John Cooper- Oklahoma

7.) Edwin Williams- Maryland

8.) Brett Helms- LSU

9.) Alex Fletcher- Stanford

10.) Robbie Felix- UTEP

 

Post-Combine Top 10 DE's:

1.) Brian Orakpo- Texas (LB)

2.) Tyson Jackson- LSU

3.) Aaron Maybin- Penn State (LB)

4.) Robert Ayers- Tennessee

5.) Everette Brown- FSU (LB)

6.) Michael Johnson- Georgia Tech

7.) Larry English- No. Illinois (LB)(Senior Bowl Impact)

8.) Connor Barwin- Cincinnati (LB) (TE)

9.) Cody Brown- UCONN (LB)(Senior Bowl Impact)

10.) Lawrence Sidbury- Richmond (LB)

 

Post-Combine Top 10 DT's:

1.) B.J. Raji- BC (Senior Bowl Impact)

2.) Peria Jerry- Ole Miss (Senior Bowl Impact)

3.) Ziggy Hood- Missouri (Senior Bowl Impact)

4.) Ron Brace- BC (Senior Bowl Impact)

5.) Sen'Derrick Marks- Auburn

6.) Dorell Scott- Clemson

7.) Fili Moala- USC (Senior Bowl Impact)

8.) Jarron Gilbert- San Jose St

9.) Alex MaGee- Purdue (Senior Bowl Impact)

10.) Terrence Taylor- Michigan


Post-Combine Top 10 OLB's:

1.) Aaron Curry- Wake Forest

2.) Brian Cushing- USC (Senior Bowl Impact)

3.) Clay Matthews Jr- USC (Senior Bowl Impact)

4.) Marcus Freeman- Ohio State

5.) Clint Sintim- Virginia (3-4 Rush LB)

6.) Kaluka Maiava- USC

7.) Nic Harris- Oklahoma (S)

8.) Zack Follett- CAL

9.) Jonathan Casillas- Wisconsin

10.) Tyrone McKenzie- South Florida

 

Post-Combine Top 10 ILB's:

1.) Rey Maualuga- USC

2.) James Laurinaitis- OSU

3.) Jasper Brinkley- South Carolina

4.) Gerald McRath- Southern Mississippi (OLB)

5.) Jason Phillips- TCU

6.) Darry Beckwith- LSU

7.) Dannell Ellerbe- Georgia

8.) Stanley Arnoux- Wake Forest

9.) Scott McKillop- Pittsburgh

10.) Jamar Chaney- Mississippi St

 

Post-Combine Top 10 CB's:

1.) Vontae Davis- Illinois

2.) Malcolm Jenkins- Ohio State (S)

3.) Alphonso Smith- Wake Forest (Senior Bowl Impact)

4.) Darius Butler- Connecticut

5.) DJ Moore- Vanderbilt

6.) Coye Francies- San Jose St

7.) Macho Harris- Virginia Tech (Senior Bowl Impact)

8.) Jarius Byrd- Oregon

9.) Mike Micken- Cincinnati

10.) Kevin Barnes- Maryland

 

Post-Combine Top 10 S's:

1.) Sean Smith- Utah (CB)

2.) Patrick Chung- Oregon (Senior Bowl Impact)

3.) Louis Delmas- Western Michigan (Senior Bowl Impact)

4.) William Moore- Missouri

5.) Rashad Johnson- Alabama

6.) David Bruton- Notre Dame

7.) Chris Clemons- Clemson

8.) Curtis Taylor- LSU

9.) Stephen Hodge- T.C.U.

10.) Jamarca Sanford- Ole Miss

 

 

 

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2009 NFL Draft Coverage:

NEW! FINAL MOCK DRAFT Update For: 04/25/2009

 

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1.)Lions (0-16):   QB Matthew Stafford- Georgia

Team Needs:  OT, QB, DT, DE, S, OG, CB

NOTE: Matthew Stafford officially signed his contract with the Lions, a 6 year deal which could be worth as much as $78 Million ($41.7 Guaranteed). Congrats to Stafford, even though we have Sanchez rated higher, we think they both will become very good QB's in the NFL, but it will be up to the Lions to put him into a situation that will allow him to have success. Next Priority is to fix that horrible Offensive Line in front of him.

The Lions was unable to get QB Jay Cutler from the Broncos, which would have been BIG for this organization. We don't believe a team should just draft a QB because they need one, he should also be one of the Top Players on your board and Stafford is likely one of Top 3-5 players on the Lions board right now. Lions history is so bad with high draft picks so we understand the concerns that Lions fans have with taking a QB with the 1st pick, but Stafford is better then any QB prospect the Lions have drafted in the past, including Joey Harrington coming out of Oregon. Stafford is good enough to have a Matt Ryan type of rookie season but for him to have success right away, the Lions will have to fix that Offensive Line.

 

2.)Rams (2-14):   OT Jason Smith- Baylor

Team Needs:  OT, LB, OG, DT, QB

Alternative Pick: QB Mark Sanchez, LB Aaron Curry, OT Eugene Monroe,

NOTE: The Rams will be very happy that the Lions passed on Jason Smith, they will be getting a True Franchise Left Tackle that can step in right away and replace Orlando Pace. OT Eugene Monroe could be the pick but apparently some teams are very concerned about Monroe Knee, he had some Knee problems back in 2006 and 2007. Aaron Curry is still possible with this pick as well, but after thinking about previous drafts, for some reason LB's are not valued that high by most teams, even though they make the biggest impact as rookies, but new head coach Steve Spagnuolo is a defensive minded head coach, so drafting a LB this high is very possible. In the end, the need for a franchise Left Tackle is just too high for the Rams to pass on one.

One surprise scenario could be the Rams taking Sanchez with this pick, that would be a TON of money invested in the QB position a but they could turn around and move Marc Bulger in a separate deal, not sure how many teams will be interested in take Bulger big contract.

3.)Chiefs (2-14):   DL Tyson Jackson- LSU

Team Needs:  DE, WR, LB, CB

Alternative Pick: Trade Down, LB Aaron Curry, DT B.J. Raji

NOTE:  Tyson Jackson has been high many teams draft boards for a while now, some teams feel that he (and Curry as well) would be one of the safest pick in this entire draft especially as a DE in a 3-4 defense. Jackson has a GREAT motor and a TON of experience, remember that Pioli also draft guys like Richard Seymour, Ty Warren and Vince Wilfork all in the first round when he was with the Patriots, so clearly he values defensive lineman.

4.)Seahawks (4-12):  LB Aaron Curry- Wake Forest

Team Needs:  QB, OG, WR, CB, C, DE

Alternative Pick: Trade Down, QB Mark Sanchez, WR Michael Crabtree, OT Jason Smith, OT Eugene Monroe

NOTE: The Seahawks can go in any direction with this pick, they can go with Mark Sanchez and get that QB for the future now since they probably won't be drafting this high again for a while, they could also get more weapons for Hasselbeck to go with newly signed veteran WR T.J. Houshmanzada, or they could also go with the franchise Left Tackle to replace Walter Jones once he retires. Seahawks GM Tim Ruskell recently said that they are happy with Hasselbeck at QB, seems like he also wants a player that will come in a make an impact right away and not sit for a year or two, sounds like Aaron Curry is the guy he is looking for, but this could be a big smoke screen to make sure nobody jumps ahead of them and select Sanchez.

A few recent transactions that may effect this pick: With the signing of DT Colin Cole and the recent trade for DT Corey Redding, it is very doubtful that the Seahawks will consider B.J. Raji with this pick now. They also re-signed OT/OG Ray Willis, who will continue to rotate at Guard and Tackle until Jones retires, then he will take over at RT with OT Sean Locklear switching and replacing Jones at LT. Remember the Seahawks gave Locklear a lot of money last year to stay (5 years, $32 Million, $12 Million guaranteed), so we do NOT believe that the Seahawks will draft a OT with this pick unless OT Jason Smith is still available.




 

 

 


 

5.)Browns (4-12):  DT/NT B.J. Raji- Boston College

Team Needs:  CB, DE/LB, WR, RB, OL (RG, RT), LB

Alternative Pick: Trade Down, DE Tyson Jackson, QB Mark Sanchez, LB Aaron Curry, DE/LB Brian Orakpo

NOTE: The Browns are rumored to be VERY high on B.J. Raji (but might be even higher on DE Tyson Jackson), adding Raji to defensive line that already has Shaun Rogers would give the Browns a BIG dominating defensive line. Eric Mangini comes from that Patriots coaching staff, so he knows how important it is to have a dominating line on BOTH sides of the ball but specially on the defensive side when running a 3-4. Browns could be up to something with this pick, they could go with Sanchez with this pick then give Josh McDaniels what he wants by sending Brady Quinn to the Broncos for the #12 or #18 pick.

6.)Bengals (4-11-1):  OT Andre Smith- Alabama

Team Needs:  OT, DT, LB, DE, S, TE, OL(OG, C), RB

Alternative Pick: OT Eugene Monroe, DE Tyson Jackson, DT B.J. Raji, WR Michael Crabtree

NOTE: Andre Smith would be a big upgrade over often injured OT Levi Jones (probably will be released before or after the draft), with Carson Palmer coming back from yet another injury, he is going to need all the pass protection he can get. Glad to see Andre Smith is moving back up many teams draft boards, that means teams have went back to watching film on him and seen his production on the field instead of just focusing on what he looks like with out his shirt and how "good or bad" of a work out he had.

Smith is physically the most dominating offensive lineman in this entire draft despite the average Pro Day workout and still not being in the best shape possible. Smith is good enough to step in at Left Tackle right away if needed, especially if he gets in better shape.

7.)Raiders (5-11):  WR Darrius Heyward-Bey- Maryland

Team Needs:  WR, SLB, DT, C, OG, S, DE

Alternative Pick: WR Jeremy Maclin, WR Michael Crabtree, DT B.J. Raji

Note: Raiders need a playmaker at WR, rumor has that Al Davis will go for the speed once again. Heyward-Bey is a very good player but he is not a better WR then Maclin or Crabtree who both have better and more consistent hands then Heyward-Bey. Everyone knows Al loves SPEED, so him taking the fastest player on the board should not come to a surprise to anyone, Heyward-Bey has legit 4.3 speed and a Track & Field back ground, sounds exactly like many of the former Raiders WR's. Raiders could still go with Maclin (who would be the better choice) or Crabtree (who doesn't have the speed Al usually looks for but has the best hands out of all the top WR's).

A few recent transactions that may effect this pick: The Raiders signed former Jags OT Khalif Barnes who will step in at LT, young OT Mario Henderson will likely switch to RT. That gives the Raiders two young (Barnes 26, Henderson 24) and very athletic OT's which is ideal for Tom Cables Zone-Blocking Scheme.

8.)FromRedskins (5-11):

(Possible Trade! The Jags WANT to trade down.)

QB Mark Sanchez- USC

Team Needs:  WR, DT, QB, LB, OG/C, S, CB

Alternative Pick: Trade Down, WR Jeremy Maclin, QB Mark Sanchez

NOTE: What Daniel Snyder wants, he usually gets no matter what the cost may be. Expect a huge package including the Redskins: 1st round pick #13 pick, 3rd round pick #80 and their 1st round pick in 20010 or a package similar to that, so they can move up and select USC QB Mark Sanchez. Why are the Redskins so HIGH on Sanchez? Jim Zorn is known for using a West Coast Offense, Sanchez is the Prototypical QB for that system and Jason Campbell is NOT, that is why the Redskins and Snyder wants Sanchez so badly.

If the Jags keep this pick then they will probably go with either WR's Crabtree or Maclin or they could go with one of the young Tackles to eventually take over for Tra Thomas, either OT's Andre Smith or Eugene Monroe.

9.)Packers (6-10):    OT Eugene Monroe- Virginia

Team Needs:  DE/LB, OL, DT/NT, TE, CB, LB

Alternative Pick: Trade Down, DT B.J. Raji, DE Tyson Jackson, OT Andre Smith, OT Michael Oher, CB Malcolm Jenkins

NOTE: The Packers would love to get OT Eugene Monroe here, he is a PERFECT fit for the Zone-Blocking Scheme they use on their offensive line. Packers current OT's Chad Clifton and Mark Tauscher are not getting younger, both are still solid tackles but they both struggle badly with speed rushers. Packers could also go with OT Andre Smith or even CB/S Malcolm Smith

10.)49ers (7-9):   WR Michael Crabtree- Texas Tech

Team Needs:  DE/LB, WR, QB, CB, DT

Alternative Pick: QB Josh Freeman, WR Jeremy Maclin, DE/LB Brian Orakpo, OT Andre Smith, OT Michael Oher

NOTE: The 49ers still need more big play WR's, Brandon Jones from the Titans was a decent signing but he is not a "go to WR", if he was the Titans would he kept him. Crabtree would be a big time steal for the 49ers if he falls this far. 49ers could go with a shocker here and select QB Josh Freeman from Kansas State, rumor has it that they are VERY high on Freeman.

A few recent transactions that may effect this pick: The 49ers recently signed former Steelers OT Marvel Smith, when he is healthy, Smith is a very good OT. It is now very doubtful that the 49ers will select another offensive lineman with this pick.

11.)Bills (7-9):   DE/LB Brian Orakpo- Texas

Team Needs:  OT, TE, DE, OG, LB, DT, S

NOTE: Yes the Bills will be looking to replace Pro Bowl OT Jason Peters who they traded to the Eagles, but they probably will not just REACH for a player because of need. Bills will still go with the best player available or the highest play on their board. Rumor has it that Orakpo is very high on their board but selecting Oher is very possible but only if they have him rated higher. Bills would love for OT Andre Smith to fall to this pick, that seemed possible a few weeks ago but now that is VERY doubtful.

 

 

 

 

12.)Broncos (8-8):  DE/LB Aaron Maybin- Penn St.

Team Needs:  NT/DT, DE, LB, OL

NOTE: With the switch to a 3-4 defense, the Broncos will need a few hybrid DE/LB's to play Rush-LB. DE's Elvis Dumervil and Jarvis Moss will make the switch to Rush-LB, Dumervil should do just fine, not sure how Moss will workout as a Rush-LB. Aaron Maybin would be a nice fit for the Broncos just incase Moss can't make that transition to a 3-4 Rush LB. The Broncos really want DE Tyson Jackson but I guess everyone that use to work for the Patriots all think a lot because Tyson Jackson probably one past the Cheifs at #3 or the Browns at #5. Other alternatives for the Broncos could be one DE/LB Brian Orakpo, DT/NT B.J. Raji if he falls this far and it is a VERY slim chance that Aaron Curry could fall this far, as great as Curry could be, even Patrick Willis wasn't drafted until the 11th pick when he came out.

13.)FromJaguars (8-8): 

S/CB Malcolm Jenkins- OSU

Team Needs:  DE, OL(OT, C), LB, K, P

NOTE:  Jags have a few needs like like another young WR to develop and learn from Torry Holt as well as a OT to eventually take over for veteran OT Tra Thomas. Jags also need help in the secondary, Jenkins can play either CB or you can play him at Safety next to Reggie Nelson. If the Jags do decide to trade down and let someone else select Mark Sanchez then they still should be able to address their needs if with a lower pick. They could also go with OT Michael Oher if he is still available or if WR's Crabtree, Maclin or Heyward-Bey is still available they could select one of them.

Transactions that may effect this pick: The Jags is expected to sign Veteran WR Torry Holt. This does not mean that the Jags are no longer targeting a WR with this pick, but it is great insurance just incase they can't get Maclin or Crabtree or if they want to go in a different direction with their pick.

14.)Saints (8-8):   LB Brian Cushing- USC

Team Needs:  LB, OL(C, OT, OG), CB, S, RB

NOTE:  Saints trend probably continues with them once again taking a USC player with their first round pick. Cushing is a very versatile LB with experience at ALL 3 LB positions, he is big and strong enough to play MLB or SLB and he is also athletic enough to play WLB. Cushing would be a big upgrade over Scott Fujita and Scott Shanle, most agree that Aaron Curry is a safe pick and will make an instant impact, but all 3 of the USC LB's in this draft will make an instant impact as well. The Saints could also go with Malcolm Jenkins if he is still available, or maybe even Brian Cushing teammate Clay Matthews Jr.. Selectiong RB Chris Wells is also VERY possible, he would be a great fit with Reggie Bush and Pierre Thomas.

A few free agent transactions that may effect this pick: The Saints signed Bills CB Jabari Greer, Vikings Safety Darren Sharper and Safety Pierson Prioleau. So most of the needs that the Saints had in the secondary have already been addressed via free agency.

15.)Texans (8-8):   CB Vontae Davis- Illinois

Team Needs:  S, LB, CB, DE, RB depth, OL depth

NOTE:  The Texans are thin in the secondary with a CB who they franchised tagged but he is asking for a TON of money.  The Texans are rumored to be very high on Vontae Davis, it all depends on if they are willing to look past a few MINOR off the field issues and take a chance on him. No Question Davis is Top 10 talent and might be a better CB prospect then even Malcolm Jenkins. Speaking of Jenkins, the Texans would be interested in him but probably as a Safety. Texans could also go with a LB (but they did recently sign veteran LB Cato June).

16.)FromGiants (8-8):

(Possible Trade!)

WR Jeremy Maclin- Missouri

Team Needs:  OT, DT/NT, DE, LB, RB

NOTE: Chargers GM has made it clear that they are looking to trade down to try and get a second round pick back. The Giants are rumored to be very interested in trading up for either WR's Jeremy Maclin or Derrius Heyward-Bey, who ever falls far enough. The Giants just so happen to have an extra 2nd Round that the Chargers probably would love to have. If the Chargers keep this pick then they will likely go with either MLB Rey Maualuga, OT Michael Oher or one of the RB's Chris Wells or Knowshon Moreno.

17.)Jets (9-7):  QB Josh Freeman- Kansas State

Team Needs:  QB, WR, DE, RB, OL Depth

NOTE: Some have compared Josh Freeman to Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell, we think he could be more like Ben Roethlisberger because of the great mobility for his size and the big arm. Freeman is a very underrated prospects and was overlooked due to the other good QB's in the Big 12 who all played on better teams and had more talent around them. Not sure if Freeman would be ready to come in a start right away, but his upside is much greater then Clemens and Brett Ratliff.

Jets could go in many other directions as well like WR (if Maclin or Derrius Heyward-Bey falls), they could also go with RB Chris Wells (since Thomas Jonas could hold out for more money plus he is 30). A surprise pick could be TE Brandon Pettigrew, if the plan is to be a run first offense then they will need an extra blocking TE. If the Redskins trade up and select Mark Sanchez, then look for the Jets to try and acquire Jason Campbell from the Redskins, who will demand a trade if the Redskins get Sanchez.

18.)FromBroncos (9-7):

LB Rey Maualuga- USC

Team Needs:  NT/DT, LB, DE, OL

NOTE: The Broncos could still trade one of these two picks but if they keep this pick they they could go with one of the USC LB's (either Rey Maualuga, Brian Cushing or Clay Matthews Jr.). One sleeper pick could be DT Peria Jerry, but the plan would be to move him outside as a 3-4 DE.

A recent RUMOR is that the Broncos is trying to move this pick to the Browns for Brady Quinn. This is probably too high of a pick for just Brady Quinn straight up, BUT if Josh McDaniels is really confident that Quinn is the perfect QB for his system, then it might be worth the risk.

19.)Bucs (9-7):   DT Peria Jerry- Ole Miss

Team Needs:  QB, DT, DE, WR, RB, CB, OT

NOTE: Bucs need a lot of help inside at DT after losing Jovan Haye to the Titans via free agency and Chris Hovan is still a solid player but he is not getting any younger. Peria Jerry can not only provide a rush inside, he is also very tough against the run as well. Bucs could also be targeting one of the USC LB's, either Cushing if he falls far enough or Clay Matthews Jr.. They could also go with one of the DE's like Robert Ayers, to help provide a pass rush on the other side of Gaines Adams.

Transactions that may effect this pick: The Bucs signed veteran QB Byron Leftwich, again like some of the other recent free agent signs from other teams, this is just insurance incase a player like Josh Freeman is off the board when the Bucs make this pick. Leftwich is not the long term answer, BUT he can come in and compete right away and give the Bucs time to develop a young QB for the future, like Josh Freeman or maybe even Josh Johnson if they finally decide to give him a chance.

20.)fromLions (9-7):

OT Michael Oher- Ole Miss

(Lions received this pick as part of the trade for WR Roy Williams.)

Team Needs:  OT, QB, LB, DE, DT, S, OG, CB

NOTE: It is VERY doubtful that Michael Oher will fall this far but the Lions will be getting a STEAL if he does. Oher would be the answer at Left Tackle for the Lions and that would allow Jeff Backus to move inside to Left Guard.

If Oher is off the board then the Lions will address other needs like maybe MLB (Rey Maualuga) or DT (Peria Jerry or Evander Hood).

21.)Eagles (9-6-1):   RB Knowshon Moreno- Georgia

Team Needs:   RB, S, TE

NOTE: Despite not running all that well during his combine and pro day work out, Moreno durability should give him the edge over Wells. Moreno would be a nice RB to rotate with Westbrook but he can also carry the load as the #1 RB once Westbrook is done or if Westbrook gets injured again, he is a RB that can carry the ball 25-30 times a game if needed. Eagles could also go with TE Brandon Pettigrew with this pick.

22.)Vikings (10-6):   OT Eben Britton- Arizona

Team Needs:  OT, WR, DL Depth

NOTE: Vikings desperately need to upgrade their RT position, Marcus Johnson signed with the Raiders (that probably made a few Vikings fans very happy) and Ryan Cook is average at best. Britton could step in and start at RT right away, he is VERY similar to Jordan Gross with the Panthers, he could eventually develop into a Left Tackle and replace Bryant McKinnie in the future.

23.)Patriots (11-5):   CB Darius Butler- UCONN

Team Needs:   LB, CB, S, OL Depth

NOTE: The Patriots are rumored to be very high on CB Darius Butler and could select him with this pick IF they stay with this pick and not trade up. The Patriots are looking to trade up in the Top 10, rumor has it that they might be trying to move up to select WR Michael Crabtree. If the Patriots stay with this pick then they will probably go with the best defensive player available.

24.)Falcons (11-5): DT Evander "Ziggy" Hood- Missouri

Team Needs:  DT, DB, LB, S, OL Depth

NOTE: Falcons need help on defense especially the interior part of their defensive line. Rumor has it that the Falcons are very high on Ziggy Hood, he is a guy that can step in at DT from day one and will likely be very productive. Hood has a GREAT motor and is very quick off the ball, nother guy who was unblockable at times during his week at the Senior Bowl practices.

Falcons will also be look to upgrade their secondary either at CB and/or Safety, could also use another playmaking LB to go with Curtis Lofton and newly signed veterans LB Mike Peterson from the Jags.

25.)Dolphins (11-5): DE/LB Robert Ayers- Tennessee

Team Needs:  Rush-LB, WR, CB, S, OL Depth

NOTE: Dolphins will be looking for that hybrid 3-4 Rush LB, Robert Ayers would be a great fit for the 3-4 defense and eventually replace Joey Porter who is NOT getting any young. Dolphins could also use a physical CB like Vontae Davis or Darius Butler if one of them falls.

26.)Ravens (11-5):  LB Clay Matthews Jr.- USC

Team Needs:   CB, WR, DL, LB

NOTE: Ravens usually goes with best player available regardless of position so at this point Matthews Jr probably be the best player available. He is also an ideal fit for that 3-4, Matthews could play that Rush-LB position or he could even play inside. Ravens could also go with one of the CB's (Vontae Davis or Darius Butler) if one of them fall to this pick.

27.)Colts (12-4):   WR Brian Robiskie- OSU

Team Needs:   DT, WR, OL (OT and OG), LB, DE

NOTE: DT is probably the biggest need for the Colts, but they could also use another WR to go with Reggie Wayne and Anthony Gonzalez. Robiskie is the best route running WR in this draft, he is a very smart WR, he precise route running would be a perfect match for a QB like Peyton Manning. Colts also desperately need help inside on defense at DT, so they could easily go with either Peria Jerry or Evander Hood if one of them is still available.