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With the Senior Bowl over and the underclassmen declared, Pewter Report issues its third mock draft of the year. Who is the new player projected to go number one overall? Who will the Buccaneers take with the third overall pick? Who will Tampa Bay take with its two second-round picks? Find out here.
With the Senior Bowl over and some players having their draft stock grow due to a strong week in Mobile, Pewter Report provides a third NFL mock draft. As promised the length of the mock draft has expanded beyond the first round.
Pewter Report will continue to update the mock draft as the draft season moves into the combine, pro-days, and team visits. The deadline for the underclassmen to declare for the NFL draft has expired, so the draft eligible players are set. The early entries are marked with a *.
1. St. Louis Rams- Oklahoma QB Sam Bradford *
The Rams passed on Matt Ryan and Mark Sanchez. They won't do it again.
2. Detroit Lions- Nebraska DT Ndamukong Suh
Suh is the best football player in the draft. Schwartz gets his new Albert Haynesworth.
3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Oklahoma DT Gerald McCoy *
A trade down is possible. Teams may want to get Clausen in front of Washington. McCoy is the best player available.
4. Washington Redskins- QB Jimmy Clausen *
There are character concerns with him, but Mike Shanahan takes guys like that.
5. Kansas City Chiefs- Oklahoma State OT Russell Okung
GM Scott Pioli has to protect his investment in QB Matt Cassel.
6. Seattle Seahawks- Tennessee S Eric Berry *
Berry is the best player available and the Seahawks could use help on defense.
7. Cleveland Browns- Florida CB Joe Haden *
The Browns grab the best cornerback in the draft.
8. Oakland Raiders- Georgia Tech DE Derrick Morgan *
Richard Seymour could leave. The Raiders need interior help and pass rush.
9. Buffalo Bills- Maryland OT Bruce Campbell *
His athleticism is off the charts. Buffalo couldn't protect the quarterback.
10. Jacksonville Jaguars- Oklahoma State WR Dez Bryant *
The Jags get a weapon, target Tim Tebow in a trade up in round two.
11. Denver Broncos (from Chicago)- Alabama LB Rolando McClain *
Denver breaks Miami's heart and takes best LB in the draft.
12. Miami Dolphins- Alabama DT Terrence Cody
The Dolphins could use a young nose tackle for its 3-4 defense.
13. San Francisco 49ers- Rutgers OT Anthony Davis *
He has some character issues, but Mike Singletary is a master motivator.
14. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver)- Clemson RB C.J. Spiller
The Seahawks could use a game-changer. Spiller is that kind of player.
15. New York Giants- UCLA DT Brian Price*
The Giants need help on their defensive line. Price is a disruptor.
16. Tennessee Titans- South Florida DE Jason Pierre-Paul*
They need a pass rusher. Pierre-Paul is thought highly of by analysts.
17. San Francisco 49ers (from Carolina)- Boise State CB Kyle Wilson
He had a great week at the Senior Bowl, and they need cornerback help.
18. Pittsburgh Steelers- Iowa OT Bryan Bulaga*
The Steelers offensive line let Ben Roethlisberger down. Bulaga is their kind of player.
19. Atlanta Falcons- Texas S Earl Thomas *
Atlanta's secondary hurt the team down the stretch. Thomas is a playmaker.
20. Houston Texans- USC S Taylor Mays
Despite a bad Senior Bowl, teams like his tools. He is an overrated prospect.
21. Green Bay Packers- Iowa OG Mike Iupati
The Packers need help along the line. Iupati could start right away for them.
22. Cincinnati Bengals- Florida TE Aaron Hernandez *
The Bengals need more weapons in the passing game. A wide out is possible.
23. New England Patriots- Florida LB Brandon Spikes
The Pats finally replace Junior Seau. Bill Belichick loves Florida's program.
24. Philadelphia Eagles- Florida DE Carlos Dunlap *
The Eagles need to improve their pass rush. Dunlap is a good fit at left end.
25. Baltimore Ravens- Notre Dame WR Golden Tate *
The Ravens could use a young replacement for Derrick Mason.
26. Arizona Cardinals- TCU DE/OLB Jerry Hughes
Arizona could use a pass rusher and Hughes can rush the quarterback.
27. Dallas Cowboys- Oklahoma OT Trent Williams
The Cowboys have an aging offensive line. Williams starts the overhaul.
28. San Diego Chargers- Georgia Tech RB Jonathan Dwyer *
This a great fit. Dwyer is perfect replacement for LaDanian Tomlinson.
29. New York Jets- Illinois WR Arrelious Benn *
The Jets get a weapon for Mark Sanchez to throw to. A CB or OLB are options.
30. Minnesota Vikings- Wake Forest CB Brandon Ghee
Cedric Griffin tore an ACL in the playoffs, corner is now a pressing issue.
31. New Orleans Saints- California DT Tyson Alualu
The Saints could use some help up front. Alualu's versatility is a good fit.
32. Indianapolis Colts- Penn State DT Jared Odrick
Odrick had some character issues, but is an excellent athlete.
SECOND ROUND
33. St. Louis- Oklahoma TE Jermaine Gresham *
Bradford gets a familiar weapon. Gresham is in round one minus the injury.
34. Detroit- USC DE Everson Griffen *
The Lions need help all over, and Griffen would go well with Suh.
35. Tampa Bay- Michigan DE Brandon Graham
The Bucs need a pass rushing defensive end. Graham proved it in Mobile.
36. Kansas City- LSU S Chad Jones *
Chiefs GM Scott Pioli still lands a top safety after passing on Berry.
37. Washington- California RB Javid Best *
Clinton Portis could be done in DC. Best would be in the first minus injuries.
38. Cleveland- South Florida S Nate Allen
The Browns continue to remake their secondary. Don't rule out a QB here.
39. Oakland- Illinois G Jon Asamoah
The Raiders need help inside to block. Asamoah is underrated.
40. Seattle- USC OT Charles Brown
Carroll takes a familiar player to block for Spiller.
41. Buffalo- Texas QB Colt McCoy
The Bills need a quarterback, and McCoy produced a lot in college.
42. Tampa Bay (from Chicago)- Missouri OLB Sean Weatherspoon
Weatherspoon could play middle or outside linebacker in the Tampa 2.
43. Miami- Texas OLB Sergio Kindle
Jason Taylor and Joey Porter are old. Kindle is a perfect replacement.
44. New England (from Jacksonville) - South Carolina OLB Eric Norwood
The Patriots could use a pass rusher on the edge.
45. Denver- Northwestern DT Corey Wootton
The Broncos run defense got shredded late in ‘09. Wootton helps up front.
46. New York Giants- Georgia Tech S Morgan Burnett *
After passing on a safety in round one, the Giants get a quality guy.
47. New England (from Tennessee) - Florida QB Tim Tebow
The Patriots get a quarterback to groom behind Tom Brady.
48. Carolina- Kansas WR Dezmon Briscoe *
The Panthers have struggled to find a guy to pair with Steve Smith.
49. San Francisco- Tennessee DT Dan Williams
He may go higher, but he was at best a one-year wonder for the Vols.
50. Kansas City (from Atlanta) - Arizona TE Rob Gronkowski *
The Chiefs get a young replacement for Tony Gonzalez.
51. Houston- Georgia LB Rennie Curran *
The Texans need a Will (weakside) linebacker to complete their LBs.
52. Pittsburgh- Florida G/C Maurkice Pouncey *
The Steelers continue to re-model their offensive line.
53. New England- Texas WR Jordan Shipley
The Patriots get a perfect fill-in for Wes Welker, and a long-term receiver.
54. Cincinnati- Cincinnati WR Mardy Gilyard
Grabbing two passing targets is possible. The Bengals like the local product.
55. Philadelphia- Utah LB Koa Misi
The Eagles have had some issues at LB. Misi had a very good Senior Bowl.
56. Green Bay- Oklahoma State CB Perrish Cox.
The Packers could use a young CB. Cox had a solid week in Mobile.
57. Baltimore- Michigan CB Donovan Warren *
Warren should have stayed in school. The Ravens need help at DB.
58. Arizona- Rutgers CB Devin McCourty
A good Senior Bowl has propelled him into the second round.
59. Dallas- Georgia Tech WR Demaryius Thomas *
Expect Thomas' stock to blow up this spring. He is big and a blazer.
60. San Diego- USC WR Damian Williams *
There could be some contract issues for the Chargers at receiver.
61. New York Jets- Clemson OLB Ricky Sapp *
The Jets need some help in the pass rush department. Sapp is overrated.
62. Minnesota- North Carolina DT Cam Thomas
The Williams wall won't last forever. The Vikings get an understudy.
63. New Orleans- Penn State LB Navarro Bowman *
The Saints could use some help around Jonathan Vilma.
64. Indianapolis- Florida State CB Patrick Robinson
Some of the Colts defensive backs are nearing the end of their contracts.
For some great mock drafts check out WalterFootball.com. They have weekly mock drafts from writers Walter Cherepinsky and Matt McGuire. Another great site is Scott Wright's DraftCountdown.com. They have a plethora of draft information.
Pewter Report will continue to update the mock draft as the draft season moves into the combine, pro-days, and team visits. The deadline for the underclassmen to declare for the NFL draft has expired, so the draft eligible players are set. The early entries are marked with a *.
1. St. Louis Rams- Oklahoma QB Sam Bradford *
The Rams passed on Matt Ryan and Mark Sanchez. They won't do it again.
2. Detroit Lions- Nebraska DT Ndamukong Suh
Suh is the best football player in the draft. Schwartz gets his new Albert Haynesworth.
3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Oklahoma DT Gerald McCoy *
A trade down is possible. Teams may want to get Clausen in front of Washington. McCoy is the best player available.
4. Washington Redskins- QB Jimmy Clausen *
There are character concerns with him, but Mike Shanahan takes guys like that.
5. Kansas City Chiefs- Oklahoma State OT Russell Okung
GM Scott Pioli has to protect his investment in QB Matt Cassel.
6. Seattle Seahawks- Tennessee S Eric Berry *
Berry is the best player available and the Seahawks could use help on defense.
7. Cleveland Browns- Florida CB Joe Haden *
The Browns grab the best cornerback in the draft.
8. Oakland Raiders- Georgia Tech DE Derrick Morgan *
Richard Seymour could leave. The Raiders need interior help and pass rush.
9. Buffalo Bills- Maryland OT Bruce Campbell *
His athleticism is off the charts. Buffalo couldn't protect the quarterback.
10. Jacksonville Jaguars- Oklahoma State WR Dez Bryant *
The Jags get a weapon, target Tim Tebow in a trade up in round two.
11. Denver Broncos (from Chicago)- Alabama LB Rolando McClain *
Denver breaks Miami's heart and takes best LB in the draft.
12. Miami Dolphins- Alabama DT Terrence Cody
The Dolphins could use a young nose tackle for its 3-4 defense.
13. San Francisco 49ers- Rutgers OT Anthony Davis *
He has some character issues, but Mike Singletary is a master motivator.
14. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver)- Clemson RB C.J. Spiller
The Seahawks could use a game-changer. Spiller is that kind of player.
15. New York Giants- UCLA DT Brian Price*
The Giants need help on their defensive line. Price is a disruptor.
16. Tennessee Titans- South Florida DE Jason Pierre-Paul*
They need a pass rusher. Pierre-Paul is thought highly of by analysts.
17. San Francisco 49ers (from Carolina)- Boise State CB Kyle Wilson
He had a great week at the Senior Bowl, and they need cornerback help.
18. Pittsburgh Steelers- Iowa OT Bryan Bulaga*
The Steelers offensive line let Ben Roethlisberger down. Bulaga is their kind of player.
19. Atlanta Falcons- Texas S Earl Thomas *
Atlanta's secondary hurt the team down the stretch. Thomas is a playmaker.
20. Houston Texans- USC S Taylor Mays
Despite a bad Senior Bowl, teams like his tools. He is an overrated prospect.
21. Green Bay Packers- Iowa OG Mike Iupati
The Packers need help along the line. Iupati could start right away for them.
22. Cincinnati Bengals- Florida TE Aaron Hernandez *
The Bengals need more weapons in the passing game. A wide out is possible.
23. New England Patriots- Florida LB Brandon Spikes
The Pats finally replace Junior Seau. Bill Belichick loves Florida's program.
24. Philadelphia Eagles- Florida DE Carlos Dunlap *
The Eagles need to improve their pass rush. Dunlap is a good fit at left end.
25. Baltimore Ravens- Notre Dame WR Golden Tate *
The Ravens could use a young replacement for Derrick Mason.
26. Arizona Cardinals- TCU DE/OLB Jerry Hughes
Arizona could use a pass rusher and Hughes can rush the quarterback.
27. Dallas Cowboys- Oklahoma OT Trent Williams
The Cowboys have an aging offensive line. Williams starts the overhaul.
28. San Diego Chargers- Georgia Tech RB Jonathan Dwyer *
This a great fit. Dwyer is perfect replacement for LaDanian Tomlinson.
29. New York Jets- Illinois WR Arrelious Benn *
The Jets get a weapon for Mark Sanchez to throw to. A CB or OLB are options.
30. Minnesota Vikings- Wake Forest CB Brandon Ghee
Cedric Griffin tore an ACL in the playoffs, corner is now a pressing issue.
31. New Orleans Saints- California DT Tyson Alualu
The Saints could use some help up front. Alualu's versatility is a good fit.
32. Indianapolis Colts- Penn State DT Jared Odrick
Odrick had some character issues, but is an excellent athlete.
SECOND ROUND
33. St. Louis- Oklahoma TE Jermaine Gresham *
Bradford gets a familiar weapon. Gresham is in round one minus the injury.
34. Detroit- USC DE Everson Griffen *
The Lions need help all over, and Griffen would go well with Suh.
35. Tampa Bay- Michigan DE Brandon Graham
The Bucs need a pass rushing defensive end. Graham proved it in Mobile.
36. Kansas City- LSU S Chad Jones *
Chiefs GM Scott Pioli still lands a top safety after passing on Berry.
37. Washington- California RB Javid Best *
Clinton Portis could be done in DC. Best would be in the first minus injuries.
38. Cleveland- South Florida S Nate Allen
The Browns continue to remake their secondary. Don't rule out a QB here.
39. Oakland- Illinois G Jon Asamoah
The Raiders need help inside to block. Asamoah is underrated.
40. Seattle- USC OT Charles Brown
Carroll takes a familiar player to block for Spiller.
41. Buffalo- Texas QB Colt McCoy
The Bills need a quarterback, and McCoy produced a lot in college.
42. Tampa Bay (from Chicago)- Missouri OLB Sean Weatherspoon
Weatherspoon could play middle or outside linebacker in the Tampa 2.
43. Miami- Texas OLB Sergio Kindle
Jason Taylor and Joey Porter are old. Kindle is a perfect replacement.
44. New England (from Jacksonville) - South Carolina OLB Eric Norwood
The Patriots could use a pass rusher on the edge.
45. Denver- Northwestern DT Corey Wootton
The Broncos run defense got shredded late in ‘09. Wootton helps up front.
46. New York Giants- Georgia Tech S Morgan Burnett *
After passing on a safety in round one, the Giants get a quality guy.
47. New England (from Tennessee) - Florida QB Tim Tebow
The Patriots get a quarterback to groom behind Tom Brady.
48. Carolina- Kansas WR Dezmon Briscoe *
The Panthers have struggled to find a guy to pair with Steve Smith.
49. San Francisco- Tennessee DT Dan Williams
He may go higher, but he was at best a one-year wonder for the Vols.
50. Kansas City (from Atlanta) - Arizona TE Rob Gronkowski *
The Chiefs get a young replacement for Tony Gonzalez.
51. Houston- Georgia LB Rennie Curran *
The Texans need a Will (weakside) linebacker to complete their LBs.
52. Pittsburgh- Florida G/C Maurkice Pouncey *
The Steelers continue to re-model their offensive line.
53. New England- Texas WR Jordan Shipley
The Patriots get a perfect fill-in for Wes Welker, and a long-term receiver.
54. Cincinnati- Cincinnati WR Mardy Gilyard
Grabbing two passing targets is possible. The Bengals like the local product.
55. Philadelphia- Utah LB Koa Misi
The Eagles have had some issues at LB. Misi had a very good Senior Bowl.
56. Green Bay- Oklahoma State CB Perrish Cox.
The Packers could use a young CB. Cox had a solid week in Mobile.
57. Baltimore- Michigan CB Donovan Warren *
Warren should have stayed in school. The Ravens need help at DB.
58. Arizona- Rutgers CB Devin McCourty
A good Senior Bowl has propelled him into the second round.
59. Dallas- Georgia Tech WR Demaryius Thomas *
Expect Thomas' stock to blow up this spring. He is big and a blazer.
60. San Diego- USC WR Damian Williams *
There could be some contract issues for the Chargers at receiver.
61. New York Jets- Clemson OLB Ricky Sapp *
The Jets need some help in the pass rush department. Sapp is overrated.
62. Minnesota- North Carolina DT Cam Thomas
The Williams wall won't last forever. The Vikings get an understudy.
63. New Orleans- Penn State LB Navarro Bowman *
The Saints could use some help around Jonathan Vilma.
64. Indianapolis- Florida State CB Patrick Robinson
Some of the Colts defensive backs are nearing the end of their contracts.
For some great mock drafts check out WalterFootball.com. They have weekly mock drafts from writers Walter Cherepinsky and Matt McGuire. Another great site is Scott Wright's DraftCountdown.com. They have a plethora of draft information.
Comments
jrwilson85
5:08pm, February 4, 2010
rastaman0012
I like the picks but I'm not sure Witherspoon is going to be there after his proday/combine. Also I expect one of our 2nd rounders to be a WR. We need one that can contribute next year. Marty Gilyard?
12:09pm, February 4, 2010
jvato24
Good Mock .. I just dont see Brandon Graham falling that far .. Would be Sweet .. But I believe he is now a first rounder ... And especially dont see him slipping past Detroit after they coached him in the Senior Bowl and top it off that Graham is from Detroit, MI,
It sucks the teams in front of us have the same needs
It sucks the teams in front of us have the same needs
12:13pm, February 4, 2010
jrwilson85
All I can say is "book em Dano!". I would love it if our draft fell the way you said. 1. McCoy, 2A. Brandon Graham, 2B Sean Weatherspoon. That would be just what the doctor ordered. Then 3. Devin McCourty 4. Riley Cooper.
Go Bucs !!!!
Go Bucs !!!!
12:24pm, February 4, 2010
JDouble
There's alot of things here I disagree with, but hey, mock drafts are all about opinions. I'm not going to pick it apart like I'm some expert, but there were a couple things I found unusual and highly unlikely.
12. Miami Dolphins- Alabama DT Terrence Cody.
* His stock has been slipping for over a month and showing up to the senior boel out of shape with giant man boobs hurt him even more. Every other sight I've seen says he will not go in the first round...so 12 seems unlikely.
17. San Francisco 49ers (from Carolina)- Boise State CB Kyle Wilson
30. Minnesota Vikings- Wake Forest CB Brandon Ghee
* You have these two guys going in the first round, but Patrick Robinson isn't? That is curious.
12. Miami Dolphins- Alabama DT Terrence Cody.
* His stock has been slipping for over a month and showing up to the senior boel out of shape with giant man boobs hurt him even more. Every other sight I've seen says he will not go in the first round...so 12 seems unlikely.
17. San Francisco 49ers (from Carolina)- Boise State CB Kyle Wilson
30. Minnesota Vikings- Wake Forest CB Brandon Ghee
* You have these two guys going in the first round, but Patrick Robinson isn't? That is curious.
12:27pm, February 4, 2010
goto11
Sweet second round.
12:28pm, February 4, 2010
Jesse
I think Brandon Graham will be the 2nd or 3rd DE off the board, long before the 2nd round.
12:29pm, February 4, 2010
DLS5492
I wouldn't be surprised if Detroit took Okung to protect Stafford. He won't last long with the line they have now.
Go Bucs!
Go Bucs!
12:33pm, February 4, 2010
JDouble
1st round #?
(Trade back and pick up a 2nd rounder)
DT Brian Price - UCLA*
2nd round #3
DE Brandon Graham*
2nd round #?
(From trading back in the first round)
WR Golden Tate - Notre Dame*
2nd round #11
(From Bears for Adams)
SS Chad Jones - LSU*
3rd round #3
CB Akwasi Owuhsu-Ansah - Indiana*
4th round #3
WR Taylor Price - Ohio*
5th round #3
DT Michael Neal - Purdue*
5th round #? (From Jacksonville for McCown)
TE Jimmy Graham - Miami
6th round #3
TE Drake Dunsmore - North Western (FB/TE?)
7th round #3
Your mom
(Trade back and pick up a 2nd rounder)
DT Brian Price - UCLA*
2nd round #3
DE Brandon Graham*
2nd round #?
(From trading back in the first round)
WR Golden Tate - Notre Dame*
2nd round #11
(From Bears for Adams)
SS Chad Jones - LSU*
3rd round #3
CB Akwasi Owuhsu-Ansah - Indiana*
4th round #3
WR Taylor Price - Ohio*
5th round #3
DT Michael Neal - Purdue*
5th round #? (From Jacksonville for McCown)
TE Jimmy Graham - Miami
6th round #3
TE Drake Dunsmore - North Western (FB/TE?)
7th round #3
Your mom
12:38pm, February 4, 2010
FLBoyInDallas
McCoy, Graham and Weatherspoon together? Man, what a dream mock draft for us. Our defense would be instantaneously transformed. Talk about exciting days again...it would remind me of the early days under Dungy when we started loading up on future stars (who we didn't realize were future stars at the time).
Can anyone say 2010 version of Sapp, Brooks & Rice? Sounds farfetched but so did Sapp & Brooks being HOF'ers when we first got them.
Can anyone say 2010 version of Sapp, Brooks & Rice? Sounds farfetched but so did Sapp & Brooks being HOF'ers when we first got them.
12:45pm, February 4, 2010
jtorres39
I believe they will trade down with their first round pick an acquire an extra second round pick and hopefully a fifth or sixth rounder. I really doubt they try to trade up for Suh (although it would be great). However Brandon Graham may be gone in the first round by the time he is done with the combine. I say trade down(hopefully midround) and take Graham in the first round. Also Weatherspoon will be gone as well.
In the second:
2a: Tyson Alualo, unless Price is available
2b: Brandon Lafell, unless Tate is there
2c: Kyle Wilson, however Patrick Robinson is good to.
In the third:
3: Greg Hardy(DE) or Lamarr Houston (DT) they could use the depth and/or potential starters in both positions. Imagine having Brandon Graham on LDE (he can play both sides) and Hardy in RDE. Sounds like they could create a lot of chaos for any offensive line. Also Graham can play linebacker in the 3-4 when Morris decides to give the opposing teams that look.
4: Best Safety available: Darryl Stuckey or Rolle
5: Freddy Barnes(WR)
And make the best of it in the remaining rounds.
In the second:
2a: Tyson Alualo, unless Price is available
2b: Brandon Lafell, unless Tate is there
2c: Kyle Wilson, however Patrick Robinson is good to.
In the third:
3: Greg Hardy(DE) or Lamarr Houston (DT) they could use the depth and/or potential starters in both positions. Imagine having Brandon Graham on LDE (he can play both sides) and Hardy in RDE. Sounds like they could create a lot of chaos for any offensive line. Also Graham can play linebacker in the 3-4 when Morris decides to give the opposing teams that look.
4: Best Safety available: Darryl Stuckey or Rolle
5: Freddy Barnes(WR)
And make the best of it in the remaining rounds.
12:48pm, February 4, 2010
FLBoyInDallas
JDouble....I really like your 4th & 5th rounders. I don't know if it will actually happen, but it would be awesome if Price, Neal & Graham make it that far. What a haul that would be.
12:48pm, February 4, 2010
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CB Akwasi Owuhsu-Ansah Scouting Report
Overall Football Traits
Production-2
2006: (10/0) 20 tackles, 3 PBU, 1 FR, 1 FF, 4 KOR, 79 yards (19.8);
2007: (12/0) 12 tackles, 2 PBU, 1 FF, 20 KR, 499 yards, 1 TD, 28 PR, 271 yards (9.7 avg.), 1 TD;
2008: (11/10) 14 tackles, 8 INT, 10 PBU, 13 KOR, 318 yards (24.5 avg.), 20 PR, 242 yards (12.1 avg). First team All-PSAC kick returner and second team All-PSAC cornerback.
2009:
Height-Weight-Speed-2 Displays good height for position and a well-built frame along with above-average top-end speed.
Durability-1 Suffered a shoulder injury during the 2009 season but did not miss action and played with a harness on shoulder.
Intangibles 2 Brings added value as a special teams returner and has now has seven career returns for touchdowns (10/27/2009).
Defensive Corner specific Traits
Fluidity-1 Shows good flexibility and stays low out of backpedal. Extremely loose hips and changes directions with ease. Displays strong range when lined up at the safety position. Also appears to have the size and ability to turn and run if lined up as a press corner at the next level.
Closing Burst-2 Smooth transition out of backpedal. Does a good job of sticking foot in the ground allowing him to plant and drive quickly. Shows extra gear when closing on the ball. Adequate recovery speed to make up ground when caught in trail position.
Ball Skills-1 Appears to be his best asset. Turns, locates, and play the ball extremely well. Takes proper angles to the point and is aggressive attacking the ball. Above-average hands and can pull down the tough interception. Shows ability to create after making interception.
Instincts/Mental Toughness-3 Is called a corner in the IUP defensive scheme but mainly lines up at the safety position. Will take time to adjust to understanding splits, routes, and concepts if used as a press-corner at the next level. Does a good job of reading QB's eyes when lined up at safety position allowing him to get a good jump on the ball. An emotional player on the field that plays with confidence and a bit of a swager. Can be overaggressive at times playing against lower level competition and will need to show more discipline against NFL caliber level competition.
Run Support-2 Diagnosis run quickly and fills the alleys with good overall angles. Possesses long arms and is a strong wrap-up tackler in the open field. Fights off blocks well. However, needs to show more aggression and physicality upon contact on occasion.
Overall Football Traits
Production-2
2006: (10/0) 20 tackles, 3 PBU, 1 FR, 1 FF, 4 KOR, 79 yards (19.8);
2007: (12/0) 12 tackles, 2 PBU, 1 FF, 20 KR, 499 yards, 1 TD, 28 PR, 271 yards (9.7 avg.), 1 TD;
2008: (11/10) 14 tackles, 8 INT, 10 PBU, 13 KOR, 318 yards (24.5 avg.), 20 PR, 242 yards (12.1 avg). First team All-PSAC kick returner and second team All-PSAC cornerback.
2009:
Height-Weight-Speed-2 Displays good height for position and a well-built frame along with above-average top-end speed.
Durability-1 Suffered a shoulder injury during the 2009 season but did not miss action and played with a harness on shoulder.
Intangibles 2 Brings added value as a special teams returner and has now has seven career returns for touchdowns (10/27/2009).
Defensive Corner specific Traits
Fluidity-1 Shows good flexibility and stays low out of backpedal. Extremely loose hips and changes directions with ease. Displays strong range when lined up at the safety position. Also appears to have the size and ability to turn and run if lined up as a press corner at the next level.
Closing Burst-2 Smooth transition out of backpedal. Does a good job of sticking foot in the ground allowing him to plant and drive quickly. Shows extra gear when closing on the ball. Adequate recovery speed to make up ground when caught in trail position.
Ball Skills-1 Appears to be his best asset. Turns, locates, and play the ball extremely well. Takes proper angles to the point and is aggressive attacking the ball. Above-average hands and can pull down the tough interception. Shows ability to create after making interception.
Instincts/Mental Toughness-3 Is called a corner in the IUP defensive scheme but mainly lines up at the safety position. Will take time to adjust to understanding splits, routes, and concepts if used as a press-corner at the next level. Does a good job of reading QB's eyes when lined up at safety position allowing him to get a good jump on the ball. An emotional player on the field that plays with confidence and a bit of a swager. Can be overaggressive at times playing against lower level competition and will need to show more discipline against NFL caliber level competition.
Run Support-2 Diagnosis run quickly and fills the alleys with good overall angles. Possesses long arms and is a strong wrap-up tackler in the open field. Fights off blocks well. However, needs to show more aggression and physicality upon contact on occasion.
12:56pm, February 4, 2010
DEbucsfan
not sold on McCoy....6 sacks and suspect run defense in college isnt number 3 overall. I wouldn't be shocked if he was a bust. And after the Adams pick Bucs cant afford an other top 5 pick that didnt play out well..RIP Gaines, great guy.
trade down & Draft
1 round. DT Price
Try to work a deal and land
1/2 round.Taylor Mays
2.Brandon Graham
trade down & Draft
1 round. DT Price
Try to work a deal and land
1/2 round.Taylor Mays
2.Brandon Graham
1:02pm, February 4, 2010
1bucfanjeff
Highly unlikely, but I wouldn't mind seeing us trade back in the first, picking up another 2nd, then trading backup into the first with 2 of our 2nds.
Maybe something like:
1-Hayden
1-Bryant
2-Graham
Maybe something like:
1-Hayden
1-Bryant
2-Graham
1:22pm, February 4, 2010
1bucfanjeff
PR - In your last mock I believe you had the Rams taking Suh. What has you changing your mind? Gut feeling or source info?
1:25pm, February 4, 2010
chuckbville
Trade down with New England, take their round one LB B Spikes. Then we have TB's 2 picks in the second round and NE's 3 picks. With 6 picks in the first 2 rounds even our guys should be able to get 3 starters.
1:51pm, February 4, 2010
lindanjim
DEbucsfan, I wish I could remember where I read it (I'll keep looking into it), but I read that Price only played something like 60% of the defensive snaps this past season and that the worry is that he doesn't have, and never will have, the conditioning to play a ton of snaps throughout the season.. on the flipside, Suh played 97%, and McCoy played 94 I believe it was. A lot of critics believe McCoy is a better pass rusher than Suh (Mayock has his rated as the #1 DT), and he put up about the same numbers this year as Suh did during his junior season. I think if McCoy is there, he's an automatic pick, it's if he's not that the front office tries to trade down and get Price, who I still like, just not as much.
1:56pm, February 4, 2010
TampaBucks05
PR
Great mock. I really really really hope we get Mccoy, Graham, and Weatherspoon!!!!
Trading down & getting Berry, Price, or Spiller + another 2nd round pick would be great too.
Think of the instant upgrade our team would have if the draft worked out like this!
Great mock. I really really really hope we get Mccoy, Graham, and Weatherspoon!!!!
Trading down & getting Berry, Price, or Spiller + another 2nd round pick would be great too.
Think of the instant upgrade our team would have if the draft worked out like this!
2:17pm, February 4, 2010
pinkstob
I agree with jvato24. There's no way Graham or Weatherspoon will be there in the 2nd round. I do believe a decent DE will fall to us in the 2nd round though. There's too many to take them all in the 1st.
2:24pm, February 4, 2010
bucsnews
I wouldn't mind seeing McCoy, Graham and Weatherspoon taken with the first three picks, but I don't see it happening. At least one of the first three picks will probably be used for offensive player. Raheem wants to give Freeman a supporting cast.
I'm all for trading down in this draft. I still think the Rams will take Suh if they stay put with the #1 pick. It seems clear that the Bucs don't want to make the move to trade up (too much guaranteed money) or maybe it's just a smokescreen. If that's the case, another team could trade up to get Suh and the Lions would be torn between Mccoy and Okung.
I like the Weatherspoon pick. He would give the linebacking corps versatility and he's a leader. He might not last to the second round. Same goes for Brandon Graham.
I can't remember a draft where the Bucs had so many different ways of improving the team within the first two rounds. This draft has all the makings of the 95' draft. I hope it produces a similar outcome. It's going to fun!
I'm all for trading down in this draft. I still think the Rams will take Suh if they stay put with the #1 pick. It seems clear that the Bucs don't want to make the move to trade up (too much guaranteed money) or maybe it's just a smokescreen. If that's the case, another team could trade up to get Suh and the Lions would be torn between Mccoy and Okung.
I like the Weatherspoon pick. He would give the linebacking corps versatility and he's a leader. He might not last to the second round. Same goes for Brandon Graham.
I can't remember a draft where the Bucs had so many different ways of improving the team within the first two rounds. This draft has all the makings of the 95' draft. I hope it produces a similar outcome. It's going to fun!
3:01pm, February 4, 2010
mjmoody
Wrap it up, I'll take it.
3:07pm, February 4, 2010
chetthevette
I like your style charlie, but you gotta know it's a dream.
Graham will go before Pierre-Paul.
I say take Reed, the kid will be a game changer.
And Witherspoon might be got with our 1st second rounder.
C'mon Glazers spend some cash would ya.
Graham will go before Pierre-Paul.
I say take Reed, the kid will be a game changer.
And Witherspoon might be got with our 1st second rounder.
C'mon Glazers spend some cash would ya.
3:16pm, February 4, 2010
throwbackfreeman
I don't see why people want Ruud replaced so badly. The year before last he did quite well and everyone praised him. Granted he hasn't played to that level the following year however he had NO help in front of him. No instead of kicking our most consistent tacker to the curb (despite how he tackled) why don't we take serious consideration into trading up for someone who played at the same college and make his job a hell of a lot easier. We do not need linebackers we need help on the front four, we also need to patch up those holes in the secondary, not draft another good linebacker who wont get any help in front of him.
P.S. Say we traded our 1st, 3rd and 6th to the rams.... Wouldnt the money we would be spending on those other two picks compsensate for the salary difference between the 1st and 3rd overall? It seems Suh has a low bust potential and is a perfect example of need combined with best player available, so why ensure a GOOD pick instead of picking up one or two more maybe good players.
P.S. Say we traded our 1st, 3rd and 6th to the rams.... Wouldnt the money we would be spending on those other two picks compsensate for the salary difference between the 1st and 3rd overall? It seems Suh has a low bust potential and is a perfect example of need combined with best player available, so why ensure a GOOD pick instead of picking up one or two more maybe good players.
3:30pm, February 4, 2010
BuccsFan09
I dont know about this mock draft for the buccs. The only thing that would take this thing from a dream to a fantasy would be to let Suh drop to us. I dont think Graham and Witherspoon will drop to the second. Especially not both of them. If this draft happend I would go crazy!!!!!
3:48pm, February 4, 2010
1bucfanjeff
Maybe Kerry Rhodes to the Bucs for a draft pick? Just a thought.
Newspapers in Carolina are writing articles saying the Panthers should make a play for AB. That's just what we need is for him to go to a division rival.
Newspapers in Carolina are writing articles saying the Panthers should make a play for AB. That's just what we need is for him to go to a division rival.
3:57pm, February 4, 2010
throwbackfreeman
adding on...
I think it would be better for us to invest into the front four early. We have Roy Miller, who I and others think will be good. We get Suh, and Graham in our first two picks, then we have Miller, Suh, and Graham, a nice solid, high motor, young defensive line. Maybe with the second 2nd pick get a WR for Freeman. Draft one or try to trade it for Marshall. Now I would like to see Ruud play more aggressive, however he is one of the most intelligent players on the field everytime hes on the field. He needs people in front of him to help him out, to would be insane to replace him without addressing out 2 most important needs: Defensive LINE, and Wide Receiver.
You must go to the source of the problem. It would be trying to get the water out of a sinking boat instead of repairing the hole.
I think it would be better for us to invest into the front four early. We have Roy Miller, who I and others think will be good. We get Suh, and Graham in our first two picks, then we have Miller, Suh, and Graham, a nice solid, high motor, young defensive line. Maybe with the second 2nd pick get a WR for Freeman. Draft one or try to trade it for Marshall. Now I would like to see Ruud play more aggressive, however he is one of the most intelligent players on the field everytime hes on the field. He needs people in front of him to help him out, to would be insane to replace him without addressing out 2 most important needs: Defensive LINE, and Wide Receiver.
You must go to the source of the problem. It would be trying to get the water out of a sinking boat instead of repairing the hole.
3:57pm, February 4, 2010
buc_elvis
This mock draft gives me a raging hard-on. It seems to good to be true, therefore it probably is!
GO BUCS!!!!!
GO BUCS!!!!!
4:04pm, February 4, 2010
FLBoyInDallas
Ruud will come alive if he has another strong leader & dynamic playmaker next to him at OLB (ie Weatherspoon) like he did with Brooks. No need to get rid of Ruud...just put a strong presence next to him.
4:12pm, February 4, 2010
FLBoyInDallas
If I had to choose only 2 of those 3 players, I'd go with McCoy and Weatherspoon (I believe he'll be a bigger star than Graham).
4:14pm, February 4, 2010
DEbucsfan
Bucs need play makers on O and D. With that said Suh, McCoy, and Berry I believe would do that. If we did land Kerry Rhodes then id be ok with passing on Berry, even though I love his play. Suh I think is still going to be on a different level then McCoy but Tampa 2 is great fit. Also Rams could go QB to help generate fan base and the fact they have no QB. Look what tampa did last year, when they dont got a QB teams go get them NOW, not later. I honestly think McCoy will be there, it would be christmas if Suh was. And we know thats not too serious, even though detriot has NO o-line.
It would drive me insane if the Glazers traded down to avoid paying the players. But if we traded down because Suh and McCoy are gone, i would agree. Spiller or Dez are players no one could argue with. Both player makers. Like PR reports this year is bug on our future
It would drive me insane if the Glazers traded down to avoid paying the players. But if we traded down because Suh and McCoy are gone, i would agree. Spiller or Dez are players no one could argue with. Both player makers. Like PR reports this year is bug on our future
4:19pm, February 4, 2010
talon28
How bout the possibility that we just swap places with Seattle even if McCoy is there at #3? You don't think we could still get him at #6 with Washington and Kansas City the only teams in front of us that definitely don't need a DT. Now we have an extra 2nd round pick and STILL get McCoy......Another option is we could take Berry at #6 instead. Sabby did have a bad year but you can see that he has the tools to be a stud and Tanard was a CB so why not move him across from Talib and Berry takes his place at FS and work with Sabby another year with Morris' defense. Ronde can play lots of slot corner then. I dunno...how do you guys fell about that?
4:41pm, February 4, 2010
DEACON. MEL
WE SEE WHAT WE LIKE NOW WE MUST HOPE THE BUCS DO TO.
5:18pm, February 4, 2010
bfarbs
Assuming we dont trade down, this would be great! Love Graham and Weatherspoon.
5:28pm, February 4, 2010
nitey47
CC,
If that was how the draft shook out, I would be extremely happy with those picks, but I really don't think that's the way it will go.
From what I gather, the Rams are going to attempt to address the QB position in FA so that they can draft Suh. If they can't, then I believe that they will go for Bradford.
However, I really would rather that they DO draft Suh, simply because there is no way he gets by the Lions and I believe the Lions will tag McCoy if Suh isn't there.
With Both Washington and Seattle looking for a QB, we would be in a prime position to pick up an extra 1st day pick drop to either 4th or 6th and pick up Berry or Okung. The ONLY reason that I like Berry here is that we would have an additional pick at the top of the 2nd round to address another position. My preference would actually to pick Okung. Despite the Penn love, the fact that he showed weight problems in a contract year, stayed away from OTA's and at least in my eye's had a production drop off as the year went on makes me feel that I would rather draft a player like Okung and address the LT position for the next 6-7 years or more.
I do think we can possibly get either Graham or Witherspoon at the top of the 2nd, but I really doubt that both would be there.
If that was how the draft shook out, I would be extremely happy with those picks, but I really don't think that's the way it will go.
From what I gather, the Rams are going to attempt to address the QB position in FA so that they can draft Suh. If they can't, then I believe that they will go for Bradford.
However, I really would rather that they DO draft Suh, simply because there is no way he gets by the Lions and I believe the Lions will tag McCoy if Suh isn't there.
With Both Washington and Seattle looking for a QB, we would be in a prime position to pick up an extra 1st day pick drop to either 4th or 6th and pick up Berry or Okung. The ONLY reason that I like Berry here is that we would have an additional pick at the top of the 2nd round to address another position. My preference would actually to pick Okung. Despite the Penn love, the fact that he showed weight problems in a contract year, stayed away from OTA's and at least in my eye's had a production drop off as the year went on makes me feel that I would rather draft a player like Okung and address the LT position for the next 6-7 years or more.
I do think we can possibly get either Graham or Witherspoon at the top of the 2nd, but I really doubt that both would be there.
6:06pm, February 4, 2010
Horse
I don't see the Rams taking a QB at No. 1
If they don't take Suh they will trade down.
I love our picks if that happens the way you predict at this time.
We need a LT unless Penn shows a weight reduction and OTA's in the next 2 months.
If they don't take Suh they will trade down.
I love our picks if that happens the way you predict at this time.
We need a LT unless Penn shows a weight reduction and OTA's in the next 2 months.
6:30pm, February 4, 2010
jjbjeff
That is a dream come true draft. I know for a fact it won't go that good, it never does. That is definetly the best case scenario. Great mock draft.
Charlie Campbell needs to be in the WARR room to make sure these bozos don't screw it up. HAHAHA
Charlie Campbell needs to be in the WARR room to make sure these bozos don't screw it up. HAHAHA
8:01pm, February 4, 2010
martinii
If you could get those three defensive players in the first two rounds I think we could really see a huge change next year. Suh is not a 3 technique dt. In a solid 4-3 you need a player like McCoy. I have been watching this kid out of Michigan for some time now and he is the real thing. Has short arm span but very explosive off the snap. Finally anyone who watched Weatherspoon in the SR Bowl got just a sample of what he has done consistently the last two seasons. He is the real deal.
I Still hope we can get a few players to help #5. That is so important in 2010. Go Bucs
I Still hope we can get a few players to help #5. That is so important in 2010. Go Bucs
8:10pm, February 4, 2010
drt1066
Charlie
Given the state of the Buc's receiving corps and the need to get an upgrade for Josh Freeman, how can you pass on Jordan Shipley?
Given the state of the Buc's receiving corps and the need to get an upgrade for Josh Freeman, how can you pass on Jordan Shipley?
9:18pm, February 4, 2010
x's & o's
it would be a nice dream...the article.....but I agree with others....I am not sure about McCoy and Graham has played himself into the first round....and definately would not make it past the Lions in the second.
I think you trade back down with someone who wants a QB....I would draft Graham in the first...I think he is the next Freeny and there are several undertackles that could be there in the second that could work. I think the CB Wilson also played himself into rd 1.
The three guys I would like in the first would be Price, McCloud, Graham....with Graham being the choice...if not too high.
I think you trade back down with someone who wants a QB....I would draft Graham in the first...I think he is the next Freeny and there are several undertackles that could be there in the second that could work. I think the CB Wilson also played himself into rd 1.
The three guys I would like in the first would be Price, McCloud, Graham....with Graham being the choice...if not too high.
9:20pm, February 4, 2010
Funky Munkey
This is the worst mock draft I have ever seen on any site! EVER!!! Granted, I would love to get Graham and Witherspoon in the 2nd round, but that will never happen! And I am not sold on McCoy. I think you go with Berry or Haden. Don't risk that much money on a guy who has great potential and draft a solid 10year player in Berry and Haden. I think Haden has a chance to be rookie defensive player of the year. And WTF...T. Cody to the dolphins when Price is still on the board!!! HAHAHA thats some comical shit! And Patrick Robinson at the end of the second round. No way in hell that happens. I also don't see how we fail to produce JF any help when RA said thats the main goal! I'm sorry about all the bitching, I'm starting to sound like a few other people. But this mock draft was a waste of time. PR should be embarressed to even print something like that. What a Fucking Joke!!
9:43pm, February 4, 2010
TampaBucks05
^^^^^
HEY PR!!!!!!
AND YOUR CENSORING ME?!?!?!1
WHAT THE FX UP WITH THAT???
HEY PR!!!!!!
AND YOUR CENSORING ME?!?!?!1
WHAT THE FX UP WITH THAT???
10:14pm, February 4, 2010
TampaBucks05
"What what what? I thought this was 'Merica!"
10:18pm, February 4, 2010
Jesse
Without all the cursing, I'd have to agree. This mock draft is pretty horrible. It's so random, it's like Charlie didn't look around and research prospects at all. There are so many "WTFs!!?" in this mock, I can't take it seriously.
1:37am, February 5, 2010
labucfan
Not just because I'm from L.A. but the Bucs need to trade down and with that extra 2nd round pick move back into the 1st round and with one of the two picks in the 1st round needs to be my boy from the CPT!!! COMPTON #92 DT-PRICE Ucla also we don't need a MLB asap if our front line would hold up sometimes RUDD wouldn't need to be making tackles from behind. I'm just saying one or two years ago he made mad tackles.Why because he had a better D-line in front of him. He wasn't taking on OG on every down! A few years ago people said Ravens MLB #52 R.Lewis was going down hill why did they say that because his D-line was getting blown out every other play, then they drafted big NT #92 Nnata and now look #52 rae rae is killing it again! Los Bucs!!! from L.A. to the bay....
5:09am, February 5, 2010
L.A.BucFan
Oops... I was talking about MLB #51 B.RUUD
5:21am, February 5, 2010
scubog
Mock drafts are entertaining, but are not to be taken seriously, regardless of the author. They make a "mockery" of the real draft. A person's thoughts as compared to another is just that, opinion; including the so-called experts on ESPN, NFL Network and countless internet sites.
Every year this time, I start receiving the same five draft publications I have been getting for over twenty-five years. What I've learned is there is no validity to the early mock drafts and little validity as the draft nears.
Including the first half-dozen selections, which are easier to predict, there is maybe a 25% to 30% accuracy placing the player to the correct team in round one. I will say, the later mock drafts do a fairly good job of placing the right players in the first round who are actually selected there but not to the correct team. After that, who knows?
Pro Football Weekly's current mock draft has the Bucs selecting DE Jason Pierre Paul with our first pick. Who thinks that's right? In November, Ourlads had QB Tim Tebow rated as the 6th best senior. Anyone think he'll be drafted in the top 10?
The uncertainty is what makes the draft so much fun and reading all of the player evaluations available now makes us think we know something. Our new found expertise is why we think we know more than the real scouts and GM's who actually get paid to evaluate players they have actually met and whose play they have studied. Hey maybe we do. I know I screamed for Ronnie Lott when we passed on him for Hugh Green.
The Bucs make us religious at draft time too. I know I've yelled JC! after a few of our choices
Every year this time, I start receiving the same five draft publications I have been getting for over twenty-five years. What I've learned is there is no validity to the early mock drafts and little validity as the draft nears.
Including the first half-dozen selections, which are easier to predict, there is maybe a 25% to 30% accuracy placing the player to the correct team in round one. I will say, the later mock drafts do a fairly good job of placing the right players in the first round who are actually selected there but not to the correct team. After that, who knows?
Pro Football Weekly's current mock draft has the Bucs selecting DE Jason Pierre Paul with our first pick. Who thinks that's right? In November, Ourlads had QB Tim Tebow rated as the 6th best senior. Anyone think he'll be drafted in the top 10?
The uncertainty is what makes the draft so much fun and reading all of the player evaluations available now makes us think we know something. Our new found expertise is why we think we know more than the real scouts and GM's who actually get paid to evaluate players they have actually met and whose play they have studied. Hey maybe we do. I know I screamed for Ronnie Lott when we passed on him for Hugh Green.
The Bucs make us religious at draft time too. I know I've yelled JC! after a few of our choices
6:49am, February 5, 2010
martinii
Just a note. I think most mock drafts are a combination of the authors perceived needs of the team and the statistical data that supports the rank of the players available. In truth each team is reluctant to make their wish list available, are probably talking behind the scenes with players who fit their system, and pay absolutely no attention to what the mocks predict. I once did a study trying to attach a percent of accuracy to each round. In the first round the first few players were somewhat predictable. however as the first round progressed all bets and most mocks went under the bus. Round two had a small measure of predictability based on the players that dropped unexpectedly from Round one. After the sixth pick in Round two virtual random selection and chaos prevailed. Please don't let these mocks influence your blood pressure. They are not by any stretch of the imagination scientific or for that matter informative. Go Bucs
8:37am, February 5, 2010
lindanjim
I'm not real sure why everyone is freaking out and cursing out PR for mock draft that is done 12 weeks in advance. All they're doing is showing where players' stock is as of this moment (for the most part). The first round isn't too bad with the exception of Cody, and I'd switch Hernandez and Gresham, provided the latter comes back healthy before the combine and pro days. Sure, there are a few picks that may go different directions, but it's early for Christ's sake.. we haven't even gotten to free agency yet. So if you think the mock is so bad, and has no value as an article, then go read something else instead of cursing out the authors and offering no insight or point of view as to what could be different and/or why.
8:55am, February 5, 2010
..........
Players I hope are one the Bucs radar come draft day, name and projected round......
QB - None
RB - C.J. Spiller 1st, Ryan Mathews 2nd, Toby Gerhart 3rd, Anthony Dixon 3rd
WR - Golden Tate 2nd, Taylor Price 3rd, Jeremy Williams 3rd
TE - Jimmy Graham 4th, Andrew Quarless 4th, Drake Dunsmore 6th
O-line - Anthony Davis, Bryan Bulaga, Russell Okung, Trent Williams, Bruce Cambell. All 1st rounders, but if one slips to the 2nd we should definetly grab one of these guys. No one can seem to agree who is the best of these five guys, but they are all good. Anyone of them could go top 5, and yet one of them will likely end up being there at the end of the first or possibly the early second.
DT - Ndamukong Suh 1st, Brian Price 1st, Tyson Alualu 2nd, Mike Neal 3rd.
DE - Brandon Graham 1st, Austen Lane 4th
OLB - Sean Witherspoon 2nd, Eric Norwood 3rd, Perry Riley 4th, A.J. Edds 4th.
ILB - Brandon Spikes 2nd, Micah Johnson 3rd
CB - Joe Haden 1st, Donovan Warren 2nd, Akwasi Owusu-Ansah 3rd, Walter Thurmond 4th
S - Chad Jones 2nd, Kam Chancellor 3rd, Darrel Stuckey 4th
QB - None
RB - C.J. Spiller 1st, Ryan Mathews 2nd, Toby Gerhart 3rd, Anthony Dixon 3rd
WR - Golden Tate 2nd, Taylor Price 3rd, Jeremy Williams 3rd
TE - Jimmy Graham 4th, Andrew Quarless 4th, Drake Dunsmore 6th
O-line - Anthony Davis, Bryan Bulaga, Russell Okung, Trent Williams, Bruce Cambell. All 1st rounders, but if one slips to the 2nd we should definetly grab one of these guys. No one can seem to agree who is the best of these five guys, but they are all good. Anyone of them could go top 5, and yet one of them will likely end up being there at the end of the first or possibly the early second.
DT - Ndamukong Suh 1st, Brian Price 1st, Tyson Alualu 2nd, Mike Neal 3rd.
DE - Brandon Graham 1st, Austen Lane 4th
OLB - Sean Witherspoon 2nd, Eric Norwood 3rd, Perry Riley 4th, A.J. Edds 4th.
ILB - Brandon Spikes 2nd, Micah Johnson 3rd
CB - Joe Haden 1st, Donovan Warren 2nd, Akwasi Owusu-Ansah 3rd, Walter Thurmond 4th
S - Chad Jones 2nd, Kam Chancellor 3rd, Darrel Stuckey 4th
10:35am, February 5, 2010
TampaBucks05
LA
I agree, Ruud was a baller in 2008. Jeez, that seemed like so long ago.... If we brought in some playMAKERS at d-line, Ruud would be back to his old-self. It would probably solve all of our defensive woes.
Im not to sure it would help Sorry Piscitelli though.
-GO BUCS!!!!-
I agree, Ruud was a baller in 2008. Jeez, that seemed like so long ago.... If we brought in some playMAKERS at d-line, Ruud would be back to his old-self. It would probably solve all of our defensive woes.
Im not to sure it would help Sorry Piscitelli though.
-GO BUCS!!!!-
12:59pm, February 5, 2010
TampaBucks05
Price would be a great pickup. I hope this draft goes well!
1:11pm, February 5, 2010
VeeJay24
McCoy, Graham, & Weatherspoon Wow!!!! We can only pray
I would like for the Bucs to pick up another 2nd round pick or a late 1st in order to add a WR or expolsive RB. Someone like CJ Spiller or Damaryius Thomas or Dexter McCluster. They have holes on offense but still they need to give Freeman all the weapons they can.
I would like for the Bucs to pick up another 2nd round pick or a late 1st in order to add a WR or expolsive RB. Someone like CJ Spiller or Damaryius Thomas or Dexter McCluster. They have holes on offense but still they need to give Freeman all the weapons they can.
1:17pm, February 5, 2010
TampaBucks05
Hey Hey now, take it easy on PR.
Someof you are saying this is the worst mock draft on the internet, thats simply not true.
You want to see a bad draft how about this one, http://www.thefootballexpert.com/cox2010mockdraft.html
They have Weatherspoon AND Graham getting picked in the 2nd round AFTER THE BUCS PICK BOTH Everson Grifen AND Demaryius Thomas. Now that is is a BS draft.
Someof you are saying this is the worst mock draft on the internet, thats simply not true.
You want to see a bad draft how about this one, http://www.thefootballexpert.com/cox2010mockdraft.html
They have Weatherspoon AND Graham getting picked in the 2nd round AFTER THE BUCS PICK BOTH Everson Grifen AND Demaryius Thomas. Now that is is a BS draft.
3:29pm, February 5, 2010
TampaBucks05
...i love how the name of the site is "THE FOOTBALL EXPERT". Pretty ironic.
3:30pm, February 5, 2010
dcrum35
It is fun to speculate. I have come up with several scenarios and really believe that it would be hard for them to screw this up. This draft is very deep and they have alot of picks. I think they only way they screw it up is if they trade up and lose picks. They have too many holes and need all the help they can get. They need to trade down & trade Ward.
My scenarios have changed over the months but the philosophy remains the same: GET ALOT OF DRAFT PICKS
IF SUH is there, take him. I don't think there is a chance he will be so this is my best solution right now:
1. Trade down and get another 2 (their third) and another 4th
2. Round 1 take MLB Rolando McClain Alabama: Fast, strong, leader, run stuffer. I also really like Brandon Spikes
3. Round 2 take DT Brian Price UCLA: MANY DTs will be available that, in a normal year, would be round 1 talent. Not much drop from McCoy, so if Price isn't there, someone will be but they MUST take a DT here. I think Price fits the Tampa 2 best. Better motor than McCoy.
4. Trade round 2 pick for Brandon Marshall (maybe with Clayton).
5. Round 2 take WR Mardy Gilyard Cincy: I really like Brandon Lafell as well but I don't think he will be around in the 2nd round and Gilyard is more exlosive any way, possibly a poor mans DeSean Jackson.
6. Round 3 take CB Javier Arenas Alabama: He is explosive in the return game as well. Great punt returner. I love Haden but I think they can make the most of the draft by taking McClain in round 1 instead. If they took Haden, they would have to trade up for a MLB and lose a pick, but that is just because I think they NEED to get Ruud out of the middle.
7. Round 4 take an OT: I think every team should ALWAYS take an O-Lineman in the first 4 rounds every year.
8. Round 4 take a safety Wright UF: Maybe Rolle FSU or Kam Chancellor VT or Reshad Jones Georgia. They are all a good size and can hit. Basically they have a pro-bowl caliber S in TJax. The next safety along side him just needs to be good, especially with two real good CBs in front of him. At this point, almost any pick should be able to play better than Sabby did.
In this scenario they could keep Ruud for outside OR try to trade him for a 2-3 to get a DE.
I would LOVE for them to draft Graham at DE, I just think they might go after one in free agency (Merriman) I know they do not have the money but they got burnt with a DE last time so they might go after a proven commodity. Besides, Merriman could be a bargain at this point because of hardly playing the last 1.5 years.
My scenarios have changed over the months but the philosophy remains the same: GET ALOT OF DRAFT PICKS
IF SUH is there, take him. I don't think there is a chance he will be so this is my best solution right now:
1. Trade down and get another 2 (their third) and another 4th
2. Round 1 take MLB Rolando McClain Alabama: Fast, strong, leader, run stuffer. I also really like Brandon Spikes
3. Round 2 take DT Brian Price UCLA: MANY DTs will be available that, in a normal year, would be round 1 talent. Not much drop from McCoy, so if Price isn't there, someone will be but they MUST take a DT here. I think Price fits the Tampa 2 best. Better motor than McCoy.
4. Trade round 2 pick for Brandon Marshall (maybe with Clayton).
5. Round 2 take WR Mardy Gilyard Cincy: I really like Brandon Lafell as well but I don't think he will be around in the 2nd round and Gilyard is more exlosive any way, possibly a poor mans DeSean Jackson.
6. Round 3 take CB Javier Arenas Alabama: He is explosive in the return game as well. Great punt returner. I love Haden but I think they can make the most of the draft by taking McClain in round 1 instead. If they took Haden, they would have to trade up for a MLB and lose a pick, but that is just because I think they NEED to get Ruud out of the middle.
7. Round 4 take an OT: I think every team should ALWAYS take an O-Lineman in the first 4 rounds every year.
8. Round 4 take a safety Wright UF: Maybe Rolle FSU or Kam Chancellor VT or Reshad Jones Georgia. They are all a good size and can hit. Basically they have a pro-bowl caliber S in TJax. The next safety along side him just needs to be good, especially with two real good CBs in front of him. At this point, almost any pick should be able to play better than Sabby did.
In this scenario they could keep Ruud for outside OR try to trade him for a 2-3 to get a DE.
I would LOVE for them to draft Graham at DE, I just think they might go after one in free agency (Merriman) I know they do not have the money but they got burnt with a DE last time so they might go after a proven commodity. Besides, Merriman could be a bargain at this point because of hardly playing the last 1.5 years.
3:52pm, February 5, 2010
dcrum35
I just read their article on Brandon Graham DE Michigan:
So to the picks I have above, throw in TRADE RUUD for a HIGH second and land this kid if available.
So to the picks I have above, throw in TRADE RUUD for a HIGH second and land this kid if available.
3:59pm, February 5, 2010
TampaBucks05
DCRUM35
Totally agree Ward is one of those players who needs to get the f off the ship. Meriman, I would love to aquire that guy, even though im no SD fan.
I just dont agree with you on Ruud though, he would be some good trade bait, but like I said, Ruud was the shit when our d-line had a backbone. The Bucs would be making a big mistake by letting him walk, plus he is a fan favorite.
Also I dont see us aqiring Marshall. It would be dumb to claim your on a "charatcer movment" and release our only WR threat(Bryant) just so you can later sign a wife-beater to a lucrative contract.
Totally agree Ward is one of those players who needs to get the f off the ship. Meriman, I would love to aquire that guy, even though im no SD fan.
I just dont agree with you on Ruud though, he would be some good trade bait, but like I said, Ruud was the shit when our d-line had a backbone. The Bucs would be making a big mistake by letting him walk, plus he is a fan favorite.
Also I dont see us aqiring Marshall. It would be dumb to claim your on a "charatcer movment" and release our only WR threat(Bryant) just so you can later sign a wife-beater to a lucrative contract.
4:03pm, February 5, 2010
TampaBucks05
ARENAS GILYARD AND PRICE would be impact drafts, nonetheless.
4:05pm, February 5, 2010
ehinote
Come on, there is no way that Graham or Witherspoon will fall to us there. They will both end up going by the end of the 1st.
4:40pm, February 5, 2010
dcrum35
I would much rather them go after Miles Austn or Vincent Jackson: BUT they don't have the money. PR is harping about Chambers, not crazy about the idea, but he is good and consistent.
Because of money, I see them making a play for Marshall. His only issue have been griping about the regime change as far as I know. I would rather pay him than AB. AB has 2 good years in an injury riddled career. Marshall has put up awesome numbers with or without a great QB.
Anyway, just a thought. I would take Marshall and Gilyard over AB and Clayton all day!!
As far as Ruud, I just think he is OKAY and could probably be a better OLB. He was never, ever a run stuffer. I know he would be better with better DTs in front of him, but I would prefer a big time run stuffer with an attitude and leadership qualities: McClain or Spikes.
Just my opinion. If they do not do that, no big deal.
Like I keep saying, they just need to GET LOTS OF PICKS. Go for quantity. Don't put all their eggs in one basket (like trading up for Suh).
More chance of more panning out. They have too many holes too fill.
I/we can speculate all we want, and it is fun, but they have anumber of ways they could go and none would be wrong because of all the holes.
Because of money, I see them making a play for Marshall. His only issue have been griping about the regime change as far as I know. I would rather pay him than AB. AB has 2 good years in an injury riddled career. Marshall has put up awesome numbers with or without a great QB.
Anyway, just a thought. I would take Marshall and Gilyard over AB and Clayton all day!!
As far as Ruud, I just think he is OKAY and could probably be a better OLB. He was never, ever a run stuffer. I know he would be better with better DTs in front of him, but I would prefer a big time run stuffer with an attitude and leadership qualities: McClain or Spikes.
Just my opinion. If they do not do that, no big deal.
Like I keep saying, they just need to GET LOTS OF PICKS. Go for quantity. Don't put all their eggs in one basket (like trading up for Suh).
More chance of more panning out. They have too many holes too fill.
I/we can speculate all we want, and it is fun, but they have anumber of ways they could go and none would be wrong because of all the holes.
4:41pm, February 5, 2010
dcrum35
ehinote
They might. The thing is, over 60 juniors have declared last I saw. This draft is very deep so alot of talent in round 2 would normally be round one talent.
They might. The thing is, over 60 juniors have declared last I saw. This draft is very deep so alot of talent in round 2 would normally be round one talent.
4:44pm, February 5, 2010
TampaBucks05
DCRUM35
Point taken.
I wouldn't mind Ruud if we had a run stuffing d-line though. He is such a splash player with a formidable d-line in front of him.
Yeah, the only way the front office could fuck this off-season up is if they tried.
We will be RAW next year.
-GO BUCS!!!!-
Point taken.
I wouldn't mind Ruud if we had a run stuffing d-line though. He is such a splash player with a formidable d-line in front of him.
Yeah, the only way the front office could fuck this off-season up is if they tried.
We will be RAW next year.
-GO BUCS!!!!-
6:16pm, February 5, 2010
jleonard55
Would be a solid draft, that I'd be happy with, but it points out that they must get at least 1 if not 2, top notch receivers in free agency. Vincent Jackson should be first on their list, at about 12:00:01 on the day free agency starts.
My 2 cents- I would try to trade down and I would take McClain over McCoy. I like McCoy, but they have to hit on this pick, they just can't afford another bust and in my opinion McClain is the most sure fire pick in this draft, similar to Patrick Willis from a few years ago.
One other item - In my opinion they should draft another quaterback this year. It's a huge mistake just handing Freeman the job, but that's another discussion. They have nothing to fall back on if he gets injured right now and if you ask me, they'll be sorry if they pass on a guy like Colt McCoy in the 2nd round.
My 2 cents- I would try to trade down and I would take McClain over McCoy. I like McCoy, but they have to hit on this pick, they just can't afford another bust and in my opinion McClain is the most sure fire pick in this draft, similar to Patrick Willis from a few years ago.
One other item - In my opinion they should draft another quaterback this year. It's a huge mistake just handing Freeman the job, but that's another discussion. They have nothing to fall back on if he gets injured right now and if you ask me, they'll be sorry if they pass on a guy like Colt McCoy in the 2nd round.
1:09pm, February 6, 2010
lindanjim
Jleonard55, Jackson will be a restricted free agent thanks to the CBA, along with every other decent receiver. Antonio Bryant and Nate Burleson will be the top available receivers, and that's about it.
Also, there is absolutey NO reason to target a QB in round 2, no matter what you think of Freeman. Another young QB in the lab is not what we need. The front office needs to bring in a guy like Chris Redman as a backup and continue developing "No. 5".
Also, there is absolutey NO reason to target a QB in round 2, no matter what you think of Freeman. Another young QB in the lab is not what we need. The front office needs to bring in a guy like Chris Redman as a backup and continue developing "No. 5".
2:24pm, February 6, 2010
bnetscrname
(1) - trade down to #6 for 3rd rounder with seattle for S Eric Berry
(1b)Trade 2b and seattles 3rd to move up into the late first to pickup LB Witherspoon
(2a) DE brandon graham/ WR Demaryius Thomas
(3) Run stuffing DT
-Resign Ruud, let Quincy get snaps at RE with Witherspoon at Sam backer
(1b)Trade 2b and seattles 3rd to move up into the late first to pickup LB Witherspoon
(2a) DE brandon graham/ WR Demaryius Thomas
(3) Run stuffing DT
-Resign Ruud, let Quincy get snaps at RE with Witherspoon at Sam backer
4:16pm, February 6, 2010
TampaBucks05
Jleonard5
Is it really a "huge" mistake to hand the job over to Freeman?
Ask yourself this: Is it a "huge" mistake for the Jets to hand the starting QB job over to Sanchez? Is it a "huge" mistake for the Lions to hand the starting QB job over to Stafford? NO!
You want competion at QB next year? You must have forgotten what happend last year when the Bucs were having a "healthy competion" between McCown & Suckwich.
I garantee you none of the QBs drafted this year will have half as good a season as Freeman. Im willing to say they wont even put up the numbers that Freeman had last year, and that was only over 8 games.
Is it really a "huge" mistake to hand the job over to Freeman?
Ask yourself this: Is it a "huge" mistake for the Jets to hand the starting QB job over to Sanchez? Is it a "huge" mistake for the Lions to hand the starting QB job over to Stafford? NO!
You want competion at QB next year? You must have forgotten what happend last year when the Bucs were having a "healthy competion" between McCown & Suckwich.
I garantee you none of the QBs drafted this year will have half as good a season as Freeman. Im willing to say they wont even put up the numbers that Freeman had last year, and that was only over 8 games.
11:01am, February 7, 2010
WhatDBucsUp
1st (via trd w/Sea)- C.J. Spiller (RB Clemson)
2nd- Golden Tate (WR Notre Dame)
2nd- Sean Weatherspoon (OLB/MLB Missouri)
2nd (via Sea)- Kareem Jackson (CB Alabama)
3rd- Tyson Alualu (DT California)
4th- Kyle Calloway (OT Iowa)
4th (Sea) traded to NYJ)- Kerry Rhodes
5th- DemaryiusThomas (WR Georgia Tech)
6th- Eric Olsen (OG/C Notre Dame)
7th- Rahim Alem (DE Louisiana State)
7th- Chas Henry (P Florida)
2nd- Golden Tate (WR Notre Dame)
2nd- Sean Weatherspoon (OLB/MLB Missouri)
2nd (via Sea)- Kareem Jackson (CB Alabama)
3rd- Tyson Alualu (DT California)
4th- Kyle Calloway (OT Iowa)
4th (Sea) traded to NYJ)- Kerry Rhodes
5th- DemaryiusThomas (WR Georgia Tech)
6th- Eric Olsen (OG/C Notre Dame)
7th- Rahim Alem (DE Louisiana State)
7th- Chas Henry (P Florida)
2:19pm, February 7, 2010
WhatDBucsUp
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1st- C.J Spiller- Game changer on ground and air. speed to burn.
2nd- Golden Tate- Ability to stretch the field. Great route runner.
2nd- Sean Weatherspoon- Physical specimen ready to step in and make an immediate impact.
2nd- Kareem Jackson- Good combination of size and speed. Groomed by one of the best in college football.
3rd- Tyson Alualu- Great motor. Good pash rush coming up the middle.
4th- Kyle Calloway- Big body who can compete with Trueblood on the right side. Solid run blocker.
5th- Demaryius Thomas- a Calvin Johnson mold. Excellent size and speed with strong hands and blocking skills.
6th- Eric Olsen- Versatile blocker who can improve the depth on the line.
7th- Rahim Alem- Relentless pass rush who can put his hand in the ground or come off the edge from the LB spot.
7th- Chas Henry- Future Pro Bowl punter. Field possesion changer along the lines of Lechler out of Oakland. Boomer.
1st- C.J Spiller- Game changer on ground and air. speed to burn.
2nd- Golden Tate- Ability to stretch the field. Great route runner.
2nd- Sean Weatherspoon- Physical specimen ready to step in and make an immediate impact.
2nd- Kareem Jackson- Good combination of size and speed. Groomed by one of the best in college football.
3rd- Tyson Alualu- Great motor. Good pash rush coming up the middle.
4th- Kyle Calloway- Big body who can compete with Trueblood on the right side. Solid run blocker.
5th- Demaryius Thomas- a Calvin Johnson mold. Excellent size and speed with strong hands and blocking skills.
6th- Eric Olsen- Versatile blocker who can improve the depth on the line.
7th- Rahim Alem- Relentless pass rush who can put his hand in the ground or come off the edge from the LB spot.
7th- Chas Henry- Future Pro Bowl punter. Field possesion changer along the lines of Lechler out of Oakland. Boomer.
2:23pm, February 7, 2010
TampaBucks05
Nice Draft. It would be nice to land a Spiller, a 3rd 2nd round pick, Weatherspoon and Rhodes!
I wouldv'e picked Javier Arenas over Kereem Jackson though.
I wouldv'e picked Javier Arenas over Kereem Jackson though.
12:48am, February 8, 2010
WhatDBucsUp
Arenas is more of a return specialist and we have two pretty solid return guys. Kareem is built more for the tough physical play of the NFL. Being brought up by Saban is a huge plus and im sure he would promote Kareem over Javier at the CB position all day. Hes the other shut down corner that we need to let the pass rush get that split second more to get to the QB. We are gunna do it big next year... if they just follow my draft.
Geaux Bucs baby!!!!!!
Geaux Bucs baby!!!!!!
2:26pm, February 8, 2010
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If that draft fell for us we would be on the road to Wellsville. We would still need a corner and a safety but the rest could be offensive players. Maybe find a few more diamonds in the rough like Sammie Strouther.
With McCoy at DT, Graham at DE and Weatherspoon at MLB, things would open up for Geno Hayes and Quincy Black a lot. Factor in Roy Miller and the Moore brothers and forget about it!!!!
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