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Apr 25, 2008 5:20 PM EST |
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2008
NFL Mock Draft by Bryan Pinkston |
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| This mock draft has a total score of
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| Picks 1-16
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| With their starting OLB's hitting FA picking up Gooden here will allow the Falcons to move K. Brooking back to his more natural OLB position. Gooden is a guy who really impressed at his pro day with his measurables (4.65 40, 39" vertical) and did an excellent job in the drills. He has experience at all three LB positions and finished his senior year with 100 tackles, 3 FR's and an INT. He didn't make many plays behind the line of scrimmage as he didn't get much help from his DT's, but that will no longer be a problem with Dorsey in front of him. |
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| The eagles have addressed certain needs in FA but they never did add adequate depth at LB. Mayo is a M. Lewis type LB, built as a downhill type guy. He is a great tackler whether he is in pursuit or fighting through traffic to get to the ball carrier. He ran a 4.54 40 but isn't stellar in pass coverage. However he does well enough to buy his D-line at least 3 seconds of rush time, similar to what J. Trotter would do in his hayday. |
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| Arizona's CB's each had a few INT's this past season, but anyone who saw the games knows that they gave up far too many completions to the WR's they were covering. They definitely need a CB with more speed, which is why A. Rolle is being moved to safety. Porter is very fast and is best in man coverage. He also displays very good hand-eye coordination. His open field tackling could use some work but tackling can be coached and taught...speed cannot. |
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| A. Randall El didn't look too bad this year, but S. Moss has been tanking ever since the '05 season. Manningham falls this far due to reports that he lied about, then later admitted that he smoked pot. However, his talent still warrants a selection here. I've been keeping an eye on Manningham since his sophomore year and he's generally been a playmaker. He didn't always show up in big games his sophomore year but showed improvement in that area this season. He gets seperation from defenders (especially on deep routes) and has reliable hands. He has proven worthy of this pick by doing so well at his pro day (4.4 40, 35" vertical). |
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| With Cadillac on blocks throughout training camp and possibly the season the Bucs would gladly snatch up a young RB such as Johnson. He is a great fit for the West Coast offense that Gruden uses. He is a faster B. Westbrook (4.24 40), as he is as much a receiver as he is a RB. Westbrook does have better vision, but they both have good lower body strength for their size (Johnson had a 35" vertical leap). He may even be able to return kicks, which should entice Gruden after watching M. Spurlock fumble a kickoff away in the playoffs and I. Hillard go nowhere on punt returns. |
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| The Steelers didn't give up many big plays in the air, but they gave them up when it counted most. Johnson really helped himself at his pro day (39" vertical, 4.43 40). I can't say I've seen too many Arkansas St. games, but according to scouting reports he's very quick on the field and a decent tackler, but can improve in that area. Johnson has a high ceiling and in time will be just the thing to slow down Cincinnati's passing game. |
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| **Pet Cat Alert** With Odom gone the Titans need another talented rusher off of the edge. When Ellis wants to he plays like his hair is on fire. He ran an impressive 4.76 40 at the combine. He shows a high motor player and can play the run as well as the pass. The problem is he doesn't always show that motor in every game. Still the talent is there and is worth a 2nd rounder. |
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| The Seahawks need to upgrade their TE position, and Davis is a beast. He didn't put up 4.5 at the combine but he's a much more physical TE than G. Olsen was last year so he can help in the run and passing game. Davis is tough, has great hands and can seal his side of the line on running plays. |
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| Again, the Packers have two aging starters at CB so it wouldn't hurt to pick up another CB here. I didn't think King had done enough yet in college to warrant coming out early, but his showing at the combine (4.31 40, 5'11" 192 lbs.) solidified him as a potential starter. He also wowed scouts at his pro day. Luckily he doesn't have to play right away so he can continued to be groomed as a future starter. |
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| The Fins haven't picked up any major talent at CB in FA so they would be wise to scoop up Godfrey here. He has a great deal of natural athletism and has all of the physical tools necessary to be a starting calibur CB (6'0" 207 lbs., 4.43 40). That combination makes him a perfect fit for bump-and-run coverage or he could serve as a backup at FS. Godfrey played up and down in college, but he showed enough potenial to warrant being picked up here by the Dolphins. |
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| The Jags fill their need for a pass rushing DE with this pick. Jackson would fit well as Jackson has good agility and strength that he uses to his advantage when rushing the passer. He also holds his own against the run which is why I think he would be best at LDE in the NFL. Jackson has poor burst off the snap so I don't think he'll be as effective at RDE on the next level even though he played there at USC. |
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| The Colts showed a lot of resolve this past season in going 13-3 in spite of the many injuries they had to key players. Their LB's were as a group were up and down in terms of performace so they need better depth there that can be developed. Woodyard will upgrade the speed that this team covets at LB. There's been talk that Woodyard will be moved to safety at the next level. After seeing the Senior Bowl and seeing him run at the combine (4.51 40), I think he'll be fine if he stays at WLB. Woodyard's combination of speed, instincts and tackling ability would make him a good pick for the Colts. |
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| The Packers could use more help opposite A. Kampman at DE. Robertson has the speed to get around the edge before a lot of OT's can get more than a push on him. He is also great in pursuit in the running game, but if he has to go downhill and shed tacklers he runs into trouble. Hopefully he can build his strength on the next level. |
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| The Cowboys lost their NT to the Dolphins and although they have Tank Johnson this position is too important to gamble on a guy that could get in trouble or injured. Harrison is a really great run stopping DT and that's exactly what you need from your NT in this 3-4 scheme. His 4.99 40 time shows he has speed and agility as well. He will likely rotate with Tank or play along side him depending on the alignment. |
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| With Bruschi contemplating retirement and Seau needing surgery on both shoulders the Pats would be wise to pick up a MLB here. Goff is a great solo tackler in open space, but he also uses his leverage to work through blockers to make tackles. He's not that great in pass coverage, but he was a team leader and has great intangibles. Belichik will use his ability to spin straw into gold to emphasize what Goff does best in this defense. |
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| With the loss of Mitchell the Giants are in dire need of OLB help. Adibi has good speed and lateral movement as well as good instincts, which makes for a dangerous combination. He is also adept in pass coverage and can make plays on the ball. He ran an average 40 time of 4.69 at the combine which is what drops him down this far, but he plays faster when the pads come on. |
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