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NFL Mock Draft by Alex Wiederspiel |
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352 users for an average of
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Miami Dolphins
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| Long is a phenomenal pass rusher from a 3-4 scheme. He will get pressure on the Quarterback and effectively maintain gap control. With excellent size, pedigree, and athleticism Long should be fine. |
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St. Louis Rams
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| The Rams could have a very powerful defense in the middle with Dorsey and Carriker eating up the interior linemen. It could seriously open things up for the rest of the defense. I'm not the biggest Dorsey fan, but his impact could be quite large for the Rams, immediately larger then some of the other top picks. |
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Oakland Raiders
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| Al Davis is the boss. The Raiders don't have a "gamebreaking" player on offense. Justin Fargas performed quite admirably behind a revamped run blocking unit with Gallery at LG. McFadden isn't my favorite RB prospect this season, but behind an effective run blocking unit like Oakland's and with big-armed JaMarcus Russell to open up things deep it should help ensure that opposing defenses aren't keeping too many men in the box. |
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Kansas City Chiefs
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| The Chiefs offensive line is a shadow of what it once was. Long is a very good pass blocker, but his best attribute is his run blocking--which has been opening holes for Mike Hart for four years. Long can play both man and zone blocking systems so expect him to flourish in the running game. He may be a tad overrated as a pass blocker, as he can tend to be overwhelmed by some of the better speed rushers. |
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Atlanta Falcons
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| Unlike many others, Brohm is still my number one quarterback in this draft. While his arm isn't elite, it's certainly not anything to scoff at. His accuracy between 0-25 yards is pinpoint. He'll struggle if you get in his face, but so will most quarterbacks. In the end I think he separates himself from the ordinary Matt Ryan by Draft Day. |
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New York Jets
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| Another very easy pick here. Gholston will slide right into OLB in the New York Jets 3-4 scheme and likely push Victor Hobson back to ILB (which is what he played in college). Gholston's presence will aid a young secondary that was among the best in the second half of the season. |
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New England Patriots
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| McKelvin has skyrocketed up draft boards because of his excellent technique and footwork. His ball skills are his only weakness, and even if he won't get you the interceptions, he has the chance to be a shutdown corner in the NFL with his burst. Mike Mayock has him as his top cornerback now, and one scout said "he's almost a Deion Sanders clone except for the hands." |
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Baltimore Ravens
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| I'm really not a fan of Matt Ryan. His arm is nothing to rave about, and his decision making isn't really something to rave over. He's got prototypical size and enough of an arm to get by, but didn't feel like Top 10 material coming into this season, and certainly doesn't feel that way now--at least to me. |
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Cincinnati Bengals
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| Ellis has had arguably a better Senior Bowl then any player besides Leodis McKelvin. He was already a lock to go in the Top 10, and could go as high as 3rd overall now to Oakland. In this situation I think that Ellis does drop to 9th overall, but he could easily go 3rd overall to Oakland, send McFadden to 5th, and change the complexion of the Top 10. |
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New Orleans Saints
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| Connor has the best instincts of probably any linebacker in this draft. He's been praised as a better prospect then Paul Posluszny. While his lateral speed is not nearly as exemplary as his straight line speed, Connor does a very good job at maintaining his gap, which could make him a prime choice for a 3-4 ILB, despite being only 233 pounds. The earliest I could see him going is 7th to New England. |
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Buffalo Bills
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| Kelly's size makes him an excellent compliment to deep threat Lee Evans. He's not afraid to go over the middle and make the tough catches, and can be a reliable safety valve for a young quarterback. He reminds me a bit of Keyshawn Johnson. |
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Denver Broncos
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| Kenny Phillips is easily the best safety in a very weak class. He is a superb athlete and generally excels in coverage as well as in the box. His only major flaw is inexperience rushing the quarterback. |
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Carolina Panthers
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| Rivers is a natural 4-3 OLB. With wonderful sideline-to-sideline speed and a nose for the ball carrier, Rivers will excel with Carolina where they are making good use of Jon Beason and Thomas Davis. Rivers will finish out a very strong LB core in Carolina. As a whole the team is talented, and if they can stay healthy, and inject some life into Julius Peppers, could be right back in the thick of the race next season. |
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Chicago Bears
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| The Bears offensive line really dropped the ball this season. Leading to injuries to Brian Griese and Cedric Benson (as well as no room to run), the line needs a serious upgrade and it has to start at the aging OT position. Fred Miller and John Tait are both well past their prime, and Clady is considered by some (not me) to be a better LT then Jake Long. This is great value for him and he should start right away. |
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Detroit Lions
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| Cason's an interesting prospect, who while great in zone, is also severely underrated in his man coverage. His timed speed won't be up to the usual par of cornerbacks, but he plays very fast on the field and is extremely physical. Regardless of what defense he is placed in, he will succeed. |
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Arizona Cardinals
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| Jenkins is probably the most physical corner in this deep class. He plays very well in press and should do well in a defense that has been defined this past season by its physical play. |
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