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Final First Day Mock

April 28, 2007 by Steel Haven

Round 1

  1. Oakland Raiders

    QB JaMarcus Russell - LSU

    Shouldn't have passed on Matt Leinart and Jay Cutler in last year's draft. Then they could have taken the player they really seem to want in this draft. Calvin Johnson. Passing on another QB without a plan in place for the position would be difficult. Russell has excellent size and a big arm. His upside is difficult to ignore.
    • Needs: QB, G/C, OT, TE, DT, WR
    • Other Options: WR C Johnson, B Quinn, trade down
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  2. Detroit Lions

    WR Calvin Johnson - Georgia Tech

    Johnson is a playmaker with an unbelievable combination of size and speed. The best prospect regardless of position in this draft. If the Lions can't trade out of this spot it will be hard to pass on him even considering Matt Millen's well documented failures drafting receivers in the top ten.
    • Needs: MLB, DE, CB, S, QB, WR
    • Hope might be available: QB J Russell
    • Other Options: DE G Adams, QB B Quinn, OT J Thomas, trade down
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  3. Cleveland Browns

    QB Brady Quinn - Notre Dame

    Quinn suffered in the spotlight after staying for his senior year. Sort of like Leinart last season. He was a four year starter tutored in a pro style offense by Charlie Weis. He is the rare rookie QB that could be ready to step in and contribute immediately.
    • Needs: QB, CB, OT, RB, DE, WR
    • Hope might be available: WR C Johnson, QB J Russell
    • Other Options: RB A Peterson, OT J Thomas
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  4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    DE Gaines Adams - Clemson

    The goal is to trade up for Johnson. Adams is the fallback position. DeWayne White joined former position coach Rod Marinelli in Detroit. Simeon Rice is a likely cap casualty. His age and health are concerns in any case. Recently signed Kevin Carter helps, but is not enough. Adams is an athletic edge rusher. His ability to get to the QB would help take pressure off the secondary.
    • Needs: DT, DE, WR, LB, S, C
    • Hope might be available: WR C Johnson
    • Other Options: DT A Okoye, RB A Peterson, OT J Thomas, trade up
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  5. Arizona Cardinals

    OT Joe Thomas - Wisconsin

    Things couldn't work out better for the Cardinals. Thomas is an immediate starter on the left side. Athletic with a big frame. Intelligent. A hard worker. Right now Brandon Gorin would be battling Oliver Ross for the job. That of course is a huge problem.
    • Needs: OT, DE, OLB, OG, RB, DT
    • Hope might be available: DE G Adams
    • Other Options: RB A Peterson
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  6. Washington Redskins

    S Laron Landry - LSU

    The failed Adam Archuleta experiment ended after only a single season with his trade to the Bears. Landry is an experienced, intelligent playmaker that can play either safety spot. His brother Dawan started last season as a fifth round rookie for the Ravens. Remember this is their only pick before the fifth round. A trade down for multiple picks or a veteran and a pick would have to be considered.
    • Needs: DE, DT, S, OG, CB, OT
    • Hope might be available: DE G Adams
    • Other Options: DE J Anderson, DT A Okoye, trade down
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  7. Minnesota Vikings

    RB Adrian Peterson - Oklahoma

    Peterson is too good to pass up even though Chester Taylor is coming off a solid season after signing a big money contract. Peterson's big play ability would be a nice compliment to Taylor's tenacity and versatility. There should be plenty of rushing opportunities on a team with Brooks Bollinger and Tavaris Jackson at QB.
    • Needs: QB, WR, DE, CB, RB, TE
    • Hope might be available: WR C Johnson
    • Other Options: CB D Revis, trade up or down
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  8. Atlanta Falcons (from Houston)

    DE Jamal Anderson - Arkansas

    Patrick Kerney left for Seattle. John Abraham can not stay healthy. Anderson came into his own as a junior. He is a big end that can pressure the quarterback and hold up against the run.
    • Needs: S, DE, OT, OG, LB, RB
    • Hope might be available: S L Landry, RB A Peterson
    • Other Options: OT L Brown, trade up
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  9. Miami Dolphins

    OT Levi Brown - Penn St

    Can use all the help they can get in the trenches. Brown was a four year starter at the highest level of college football. His performance during Senior Bowl practices and in post season workouts put to rest any fears that he didn't have the athleticism to play the left side.
    • Needs: LT, DT, QB, WR, G/C, TE
    • Hope might be available: QB B Quinn
    • Other Options: WR T Ginn, DT A Okoye, trade up
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  10. Houston Texans (from Atlanta)

    CB Darrelle Revis - Pittsburgh

    Revis opened some eyes with an excellent pro day performance and is the first corner off the board because of his size. He should be able to step in immediately opposite former first rounder Dunta Robinson.
    • Needs: LT, CB, WR, S, DT, G/C
    • Hope might be available: OT L Brown, S L Landry, RB A Peterson
    • Other Options: S R Nelson, DT A Okoye, OT J Staley, trade down
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  11. San Francisco 49ers

    DE Adam Carriker - Nebraska

    Carriker is a perfect fit at end in the 3-4. A hard worker without character concerns that should start from day one. Mike Nolan would have to be pleased.
    • Needs: ILB, DE, NT, WR, OT, C/G
    • Hope might be available: OT L Brown
    • Other Options: DT A Okoye, LB P Willis
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  12. Buffalo Bills

    LB Patrick Willis - Mississippi

    Willis won the Butkus Award and was the SEC defensive player of the year. He solidified his position in the top fifteen with phenomenal workouts at the combine and his pro day. The linebacker corps needs to be rebuilt after the depature of London Fletcher-Baker and Takeo Spikes. Willis and Angelo Crowell are a good start no matter which plays inside.
    • Needs: LB, RB, CB, WR, TE, FB
    • Hope might be available: RB A Peterson, CB D Revis
    • Other Options: CB L Hall, RB M Lynch
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  13. St. Louis Rams

    DT Amobi Okoye - Louisville

    Need to improve a run defense that was ranked better than only the Colts last season. Okoye is an intriguing prospect. He will only be twenty at the start of the season and has the frame to add bulk and develop into an unusually athletic interior presence.
    • Needs: DT, DE, CB, S, RB, WR
    • Hope might be available: DE A Carriker, CB D Revis
    • Other Options: CB L Hall
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  14. Carolina Panthers

    S Reggie Nelson - Florida

    Looking for an upgrade over Mike Minter and Shaun Williams. Nelson came out early after being a big part of a National Championship winning defense. He is a playmaker with a knack for finding the ball that might even be able to play some corner.
    • Needs: S, TE, MLB, DE, WR, OG
    • Hope might be available: LB P Willis
    • Other Options: WR T Ginn, TE G Olsen
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  15. Pittsburgh Steelers

    LB Lawrence Timmons - Florida St

    Worst case scenario. The players they really want are off the board. The players other teams might want to trade up for are also off the board. Timmons came out early after a breakout junior campaign. His explosive playmaking ability was evident on the field although his workout numbers were not as good as expected. New coach Mike Tomlin has committed to the 3-4 defense for the coming season. This pick would almost assuredly signal an eventual permanent switch to the 4-3 in the not too distant future.
    • Needs: LB, OL, DE, CB, WR, RB
    • Hope might be available: DE A Carriker, A Okoye, CB D Revis, LB P Willis
    • Other Options: OG B Grubbs, CB L Hall, OLB A Spencer, OT J Staley, trade down
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  16. Green Bay Packers

    RB Marshawn Lynch - California

    Lack offensive weapons. Ranked 22nd in points per game and 31st in red zone efficiency. Doesn't help that Ahman Green went to Houston as an unrestricted free agent. Lynch provides a different dimension. He is an athletic all purpose back and break away threat that can carry the load if needed.
    • Needs: RB, S, WR, TE, CB, DT
    • Hope might be available: S R Nelson
    • Other Options: WR T Ginn, TE G Olsen
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  17. Jacksonville Jaguars

    DE Jarvis Moss - Florida

    Possess a stellar interior defense. Need to find playmakers on the edge. Moss is a tall, lanky pass rusher that has the frame to add bulk. He has the ability to become a difference maker.
    • Needs: S, DE, WR, OLB, QB, CB
    • Hope might be available: S R Nelson, LB L Timmons
    • Other Options: LB J Beason, WR T Ginn
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  18. Cincinnati Bengals

    CB Leon Hall - Michigan

    Deltha O'Neal is on the wrong side of 30. Tory James signed with the Patriots. Last year's first rounder Jonathon Joseph recently found himself on the police blotter. Something that has happened much too frequently among Bengals. Hall solidified his position in the first round by running a sub-4.4 forty at the combine. He is an experienced, reliable player that is solid in all facets of the game. Taking him here appears to be a no brainer.
    • Needs: LB, CB, DT, OG, S, TE
    • Hope might be available: DT A Okoye, LB L Timmons
    • Other Options: DT J Harrell, LB J Beason
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  19. Tennessee Titans

    WR Ted Ginn Jr - Ohio St

    Ginn is a raw athlete that was originally recruited as a corner. Like all rookie receivers he will need work. His speed, athleticism and playmaking ability can not be taught. His skills as a returner would be a welcome addition with Pacman Jones sitting out at least the first ten games.
    • Needs: WR, CB, RB, DE, DT, OG
    • Hope might be available: RB M Lynch, CB L Hall
    • Other Options: CB A Ross
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  20. New York Giants

    OT Joe Staley - Central Michigan

    David Diehl is pencilled in at LT after the release of Luke Petitgout. Not exactly the optimum way to protect their investment in Eli Manning. Staley is flying up draft boards. He is an athletic former TE that could now reportedly go as high as 10 to the Texans.
    • Needs: OT, CB, OLB, WR, DT, RB
    • Hope might be available: CB L Hall
    • Other Options: LB J Beason, CB A Ross
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  21. Denver Broncos

    DT Justin Harrell - Tennessee

    Have been unable to bolster a very thin interior defensive line so far this off season. A torn bicep cost Harrell the majority of the year. He showed his toughness by playing against Florida with the injury before having surgery. Has moved back into the first round by proving himself healthy.
    • Needs: DT, MLB, DE, S, OT, WR
    • Hope might be available: DE J Moss, OT J Staley
    • Other Options: LB J Beason, DE A Spencer
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  22. Dallas Cowboys

    CB Aaron Ross - Texas

    Can go in several directions after filling their most desperate needs in free agency. Ross wasn't a full time starter until his senior season because of the talent Texas had in the secondary. He responded by winning the Thorpe Award. Starter Anthony Henry is 30. Nickel corner Aaron Glenn is 34. Ross provides much needed youth. His return ability is an added bonus.
    • Needs: WR, LT, NT, CB, OLB, OG
    • Hope might be available: OT J Staley
    • Other Options: S M Griffin, WR R Meachem
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  23. Kansas City Chiefs

    WR Robert Meachem - Tennessee

    Have ignored the receiver position for too long. Meachem came out early after a breakout campaign. He combines good size with blazing speed.
    • Needs: WR, DT, G/C, OT, CB, RB
    • Hope might be available: DT J Harrell, OT J Staley
    • Other Options: DT A Branch, G B Grubbs, C R Kalil
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  24. New England Patriots (from Seattle)

    LB David Harris - Michigan

    Harris is on the rise. He had a breakout senior campaign and then surprised by running a 4.59 forty at the combine. Depth and youth are needed behind Mike Vrabel and Tedy Bruschi. This might be a slight reach, but Belichick has apparently targeted Harris as a perfect fit. There is reason to believe that he might not drop to pick 28.
    • Needs: S, ILB, CB, OT, RB, OLB
    • Hope might be available: S R Nelson, CB A Ross
    • Other Options: S M Griffin
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  25. New York Jets

    TE Greg Olsen - Miami, Fla

    Olsen's performance at the combine could get him drafted higher. He is a matchup problem as a downfield weapon in the passing game. Chris Baker is a useful all purpose TE and Sean Ryan a stellar blocker. Olsen provides a different dimension.
    • Needs: CB, OG, TE, OLB, DL, WR
    • Hope might be available: CB A Ross
    • Other Options: G B Grubbs, OLB/DE A Spencer
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  26. Philadelphia Eagles

    S Michael Griffin - Texas

    Michael Lewis left as a free agent. Sean Considine may be best suited to a reserve role. Griffin is solid in both coverage and run support. An athletic, fluid player with limitted downside. He ability as a kick blocker is an added bonus.
    • Needs: S, CB, DE, LB, WR, RB
    • Hope might be available: CB A Ross
    • Other Options: LB J Beason, DE A Spencer, trade up
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  27. New Orleans Saints

    WR Dwayne Bowe - LSU

    Thin at receiver after letting Joe Horn leave for Atlanta. Bowe is a big, physical target that plays faster than he times. He continually improved through his college career and has a lot of upside.
    • Needs: DT, WR, CB, TE, LB, DE
    • Hope might be available: DT J Harrell, TE G Olsen
    • Other Options: DT A Branch, trade down
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  28. New England Patriots

    S Brandon Meriweather - Miami, Fla

    The aging Rodney Harrison can no longer be counted on to stay healthy. Meriweather is a versatile coverage safety that is also solid in run support. Should Belichick be satisfied that he will not be a disciplinary risk this seems like a perfect fit.
    • Hope might be available: S M Griffin
    • Other Options: LB J Beason, CB C Houston
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  29. Baltimore Ravens

    OG Ben Grubbs - Auburn

    Edwin Mulitalo was released. Chris Chester could move to center to compete with the aging Mike Flynn. That makes the guard position very thin. Grubbs is an athletic former TE/DT with upside that can pull and take on defenders in space.
    • Needs: OT, G/C, LB, CB, QB, FB
    • Hope might be available: OT J Staley
    • Other Options: C R Kalil, OLB/DE A Spencer
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  30. San Diego Chargers

    LB Jon Beason - Miami, Fla

    Beason is a versatile every down linebacker that can drop into coverage or make a big hit against the run. He played all three LB positions at Miami. In the Chargers scheme he fits inside. He could also contribute in some instances as a pass rusher off the edge.
    • Needs: WR, S, ILB, CB, DL, RB
    • Hope might be available: S M Griffin, S B Meriweather
    • Other Options: WR A Gonzalez
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  31. Chicago Bears

    LB Paul Posluszny - Penn St

    Lance Briggs is not happy about being slapped with the franchise tag. Posluszny would provide insurance in case he is traded or carries out the threat of sitting out the first 10 games. Posluszny falls because of continued concerns about the knee injury he suffered in the 2006 Orange Bowl. He is solid citizen and team leader with the versatility to play anywhere in this scheme.
    • Needs: OT, OLB, OG, WR, DT, RB
    • Hope might be available: OG B Grubbs, S B Meriweather, OT J Staley
    • Other Options: WR A Gonzalez
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  32. Indianapolis Colts

    DT Alan Branch - Michigan

    Branch was thought of as a possible top five pick when he declared. His post season has not gone well to say the least. The impression that he is lazy based on his lack of conditioning and poor workouts could drop him this far if not farther. The Colts were last in regular season run defense in 2006. Branch is a gamble well worth taking with the last pick of the first round.
    • Needs: DT, LB, S, CB, WR, C/G
    • Hope might be available: S B Meriweather, LB P Posluszny
    • Other Options: WR A Gonzalez

Round 2

  1. Oakland Raiders - C Ryan Kalil - USC
    Immediate starter to solidify the interior line. Known commodity to new coach Kiffin.
  2. Detroit Lions - DE Anthony Spencer - Purdue
    Edge rusher to play on the weakside opposite the newly acquired White.
  3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - WR Anthony Gonzalez - Ohio St
    A possession receiver when paired with Ted Ginn in college. Could be much more.
  4. Cleveland Browns - CB Chris Houston - Arkansas
    Baxter may never return. Bodden and Holly are barely adequate.
  5. Chicago Bears (from Was/NYJ) - OG Justin Blalock - Texas
    Resigned Brown provides only a short term stopgap.
  6. Arizona Cardinals - DE Victor Abiamiri - Notre Dame
    Berry and Okeafor are aging one dimensional edge rushers. Berry can't stay healthy.
  7. Atlanta (from Hou) - G/T Arron Sears - Tennessee
    Petrino's offense needs more physical linemen.
  8. Miami Dolphins - WR Dwayne Jarrett - USC
    Type of big red zone target that Cameron utilized well in San Diego.
  9. Minnesota Vikings - QB Trent Edwards - Stanford
    Competition for Jackson. The eventual loser could still provide value in a trade.
  10. San Fransisco 49ers - WR Sidney Rice - South Carolina
    Deep threat provides different dimension whether or not a trade for Jackson is completed.
  11. Buffalo Bills - WR Steve Smith - USC
    Experienced, productive compliment to Evans.
  12. Atlanta Falcons - S/CB Eric Weddle - Utah
    Team leader. Could play corner or either safety spot. An upgrade over Crocker at FS.
  13. Carolina Panthers - TE Zach Miller - Arizona
    New OC Davidson wants to utilize the TE in the passing game. .
  14. Pittsburgh Steelers

    OLB/DE LaMarr Woodley - Michigan

    Woodley is a tenacious edge rusher with a non-stop motor. A team leader with top intangibles. Woodley fits as a 3-4 outside linebacker or a weakside end in a 4-3 cover-2 scheme. That makes him an intriguing target.

  15. Green Bay Packers - S/CB Tanard Jackson - Syracuse
    An upgrade over Manuel at SS.
  16. Jacksonville Jaguars - QB John Beck - BYU
    Leftwich remains an injury concern. Garrard's performance last season raised questions.
  17. Cincinnati Bengals - LB Stewart Bradley - Nebraska
    Big LB to play inside or on the strong side. Needs to stay healthy.
  18. Tennessee Titans - CB Eric Wright - UNLV
    Pacman's suspension means they need more help at corner even after signing Harper.
  19. New York Giants - CB Marcus McCauley - Fresno St
    Attempts to revamp the secondary before last season were basically a failure.
  20. St. Louis Rams - DE Charles Johnson - Georgia
    Little and Hall are both on the wrong side of 30.
  21. Dallas Cowboys - OT Tony Ugoh - Arkansas
    Provides experienced line depth. Could eventually take over for Adams.
  22. Kansas City Chiefs - DT Turk McBride - Tennessee
    Active, undersize interior lineman. Recently signed Boone is just a first step. .
  23. Seattle Seahawks

    DE Ray McDonald - Florida

    Big end that could also slide inside to tackle in certain situations. Free agent signee Patrick Kerney was a replacement for the released Grant Wistrom. There is little behind Kerney and Bryce Fisher besides situational pass rusher Darryl Tapp.
    • Needs: G/C, TE, DE, DT, S, OT
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  24. Denver Broncos - WR Craig Davis - LSU
    Too good to pass up. Smith isn't getting any younger.
  25. Philadelphia Eagles - FB/RB Brian Leonard - Rutgers
    RB/FB/H-back/third down back hybrid that provides a different dimension.
  26. New Orleans Saints - CB Josh Wilson - Maryland
    Adding David was only a first step to improving the secondary.
  27. New York Jets - CB Jonathon Wade - Tennessee
    Track athlete with limited experience on defense. Physical upside tough to ignore.
  28. Miami Dolphins (from NE) - QB Kevin Kolb - Houston
    QB of the future is needed whether Green, Culpepper or Lemon is the starter.
  29. Baltimore Ravens - OLB/DE Tim Crowder - Texas
    Experienced. Smart with good speed and athleticism. Replacement for Thomas.
  30. San Diego Chargers - WR Jason Hill - Washington St
    Solid route runner that can get downfield. Nice compliment to Jackson and Floyd.
  31. New York Jets (from Chi) - DE Ikaika Alama-Francis - Hawaii
    Developmental project. High upside. Provides depth as a 3-4 end.
  32. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from Ind) - DT DeMarcus Tyler - North Carolina St
    Need help inside after trade of McFarland.

Round 3

  1. Oakland Raiders - OT Ryan Harris - Notre Dame
    Experienced competition for Sims on the left side. Loser moves to OG.
  2. Detroit Lions - QB Drew Stanton - Michigan St
    Still looking for a QB of the future, just don't want to spend a top five pick on one.
  3. Cleveland Browns - RB Antonio Pittman - Ohio St
    Slashing everydown back with good straight line speed. Lewis only got a one year deal.
  4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - LB Justin Durant - Hampton
    Four year starter. Three year MEAC defensive player of the year.
  5. Arizona Cardinals - RB Kenny Irons - Auburn
    Whisenhunt rumored to believe James doesn't have much left in the tank.
  6. Denver Broncos (from Was) - DE Quentin Moses - Georgia
    Boom or bust edge rusher coming off a disasterous senior campaign.
  7. Miami Dolphins - TE Ben Patrick - Delaware
    Signing of Martin does not completely compensate for release of McMichael.
  8. Minnesota Vikings - WR Laurent Robinson - Illinois St
    Signing Wade was not enough.
  9. Houston Texans - WR Jacoby Jones - Lane
    Need to find a running mate for Johnson.
  10. Buffalo Bills - CB Daymeion Hughes - California
    Replacement for Clements that should be a nice fit for the cover-2 scheme.
  11. Atlanta Falcons - RB Chris Henry - Arizona
    Dunn is aging. Norwood is more of a complimentary back.
  12. San Fransisco 49ers - OT Doug Free - Northern Illinois
    Planning for the future at LT. .
  13. Pittsburgh Steelers

    WR Johnnie Lee Higgins - UTEP

    New coordinator Bruce Arians wants to use more four receiver sets. There have been rumors in the last couple of days that Higgins is a target in the third round. He isn't the big receiver that most fans expect. He is a dynamic, explosive slot receiver and returner. The Steelers front office appears to prize those attributes over size.

  14. Green Bay Packers - WR Yamon Figurs - Kansas St
    Depth behind Driver and Jennings is questionable.
  15. Jacksonville Jaguars - S Sabby Piscitelli - Oregon St
    Should be able to step in immediately for the departed Grant.
  16. Cincinnati Bengals - used in supplemental draft
    Supplemental pick Brooks did not really distinguish himself.
  17. Tennessee Titans - RB Brandon Jackson - Nebraska
    Need insurance for White.
  18. New York Giants - RB Lorenzo Booker - Florida St
    Speed to compliment Jacobs and Droughns.
  19. Kansas City Chiefs (from StL) - OG Andy Alleman - Akron
    Replacement for Shields on a deteriorating line.
  20. Carolina Panthers - DE Brian Robison - Texas
    Intriguing speed to play opposite Peppers in passing situations.
  21. St. Louis Rams (from KC) - CB Usama Young - Kent St
    Fast riser with tremendous athleticism.
  22. Seattle Seahawks - C/G Samson Satele - Hawaii
    Competition for Sims and Womack at OG. Depth behind Spencer at center.
  23. Denver Broncos - T/G Allen Barbe - Missouri Southern
    Versatile and athletic. Good fit in the zone blocking scheme.
  24. Dallas Cowboys - NT Paul Soliai - Utah
    Ferguson isn't getting any younger.
  25. New Orleans Saints - DT Quinn Pitcock - Ohio St
    Tough. Experienced. High motor. Limited upside. Depth behind Young and Thomas.
  26. New York Jets - OG Josh Beekman - Boston College
    Possible replacement for Moore. Insurance against Kendall's age.
  27. Philadelphia Eagles - DE Jay Moore - Nebraska
    Kearse is near the end. Howard underacheived. Cole and Thomas are useful but limited.
  28. New England Patriots - CB Michael Coe - Alabama St
    Transfered from Arkansas to play for his father.
  29. Buffalo Bills (from Bal) - RB Tony Hunt - Penn St
    Big back to control the ball in the cold weather.
  30. San Diego Chargers - S Gerald Alexander - Boise St
    Former corner provides desperately needed coverage ability at safety.
  31. Chicago Bears - OT James Marten - Boston College
    Trueblood redux. Eventual replacement for Miller.
  32. Indianapolis Colts - S Brannon Condren - Troy
    Need depth after losing Doss.
  33. San Diego Chargers - RB Michael Bush - Louisville
    Planning for the post-Turner future.
  34. San Fransisco 49ers - LB Brandon Siler - Florida
    Tough, hard working team leader that lacks top athleticism.
  35. Indianapolis Colts - C/G Leroy Harris - North Carolina St
    Depth behind Saturday, Scott and Diem is lacking. Saturday is on the wrong side of 30.
  36. Oakland Raiders - DT Antonio Johnson - Michigan St
    Sapp isn't getting any younger.

Day 2

4.119 Pittsburgh Steelers DE Ryan McBean - Oklahoma St

Another flexible defender. McBean is a nice fit as a 3-4 end and the Steelers desperately need depth there in the short term. Could play on the strong side or more likely become part of a tackle rotation in the 4-3. 4.132 Pittsburgh Steelers P Daniel Sepulveda - Baylor

Much needed replacement for Chris Gardocki. 5.156 Pittsburgh Steelers RB Dwayne Wright - Fresno St

Overraged despite declaring early. Coming off a breakout campaign. Has suffered through two torn ACLs in the past. Probably not the next Frank Gore, but worth the risk. 5.170 Pittsburgh Steelers G/T Cameron Stephenson - Rutgers

Versatile and athletic. Moved around on the line at Rutgers. Probably needs to be moved inside and allowed to focus on one postion at first. Taking just one offensive lineman is only feasible if the Steelers are committed to keeping Faneca through his walk year. Any desire to move Faneca necessitates a first day lineman. 6.192 Pittsburgh Steelers TE Dan Coats - BYU

Coats is basically a third tackle for the running game. A specialist to replace Jerame Tuman. 7.227 Pittsburgh Steelers CB Marcus Hamilton - Virginia

Developmental zone corner. His selection would be another clue that the cover-2 scheme is in the future. Provides help on special teams in the short term.
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