I really only care about who the Denver Broncos pick but the teams who pick before Denver obviously have a influence on whom the Broncos take with their pick. I thought Denver might try and move up to get Sedrick Ellis. But now it appears that New Orleans will be the team trying to move up. The Broncos traded for Dewayne Robertson, who I now call "The Big Band-Aid" because the Broncos desperately need a DT but Robertson is a talent in the 4-3 defense but his knee is almost gone. I expect him only to last 2 years with the Broncos. Now for my mock draft.
1. Miami Jake Long
Not a hard pick we all knew it several days ago. He's a Parcell's pick. ie Jumbo Elliot.
2. St Louis Rams Chris Long
Doresy is the better player but the Rams drafted Adam Carriker last year who can play the DE position but not a pass rusher. They need a pass rusher so they'll take Chris Long, who is more of a need pick.
3. Atlanta Falcons Matt Ryan
Again Doresy is the better player but Atlanta really wants to get a franchise QB. Atlanta does have several 2nd round picks which means they could pick a QB in the early second round or trade up into the late first round to get a QB.
4. Oakland Raiders Darren McFadden
Run DMC will be a Raider. Again Dorcey is the better player and I'm sure all the scouts will tell Al Davis but Davis will come and take the "sexy" pick and pick up McFadden.
5. Kansas City Chiefs Glenn Dorcey
Too good to pass up. If Dorcey isn't there they'll take the top OT on their board. I wouldn't be surprised if they shop this pick to the Saints.
6. New York Jets Vernon Gholston
The Jets wanted Run DMC but they'll take Gholston to help their transition into a 3-4 defense. Gholston has a lot of questions about how hard he plays but he's a great physical specimen.
7. New England Patriots Sedrick Ellis
I expect the Patriots to heavily shop this pick. They covet value and they wouldn't mind moving down to the Saints pick. Otherwise they'll take the best player on the board. Some think the Patriots will take a Offensive Lineman because of what happened at the Super Bowl expect people forget how much time Brady had to throw the ball during the regular season.
8. Baltimore Ravens Ryan Clady
The Ravens really wanted Matt Ryan but they are not going to go for the second QB with this pick because its too high so they'll go for the best OT on their board. They may also select a CB to keep their defense going at a high level.
9. Cincinnati Bengals Keith Rivers
The Bengals really wanted a DT but their defense will have to settle for the first LB off the board. Maybe they'll stretch and pick a DE like Harvey from Florida
10. New Orleans Saints Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie
The Saints really wanted Dorcey but they will have to give up too much so their next need will be at the CB spot.
11. Buffalo Bills Devin Thomas
They stretch to get a WR. I think they'll be disappointed in this pick.
12. Denver Broncos Chris Williams
The Broncos won't trade up and I don't think they'll trade down so they'll stay at the 12 spot and get the Offensive Tackle they need to protect Jay Cutler for years to come and help open up holes for the running backs. This pick should solidify the Broncos Offense for years to come. The Broncos will take one or two more Offensive Lineman in the late rounds 5th, 6th or 7th round where they have several picks. The Broncos will also look at kickers too.
None of the picks really matter after the Broncos so I'll leave it there. But just for you Cowboy fans look for them to draft Felix Jones and the top CB remaining on the board.
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