Mock Draft 6.0: Welcome to the ATL, Cushing
Falcons QB Matt Ryan shooting an ESPN commercial with Hannah Storm (l) and Josh Elliot. If they shoot another one, maybe he'll take linebacker Brian Cushing with him.
DRAFTVILLE — Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff said the hay is in the barn.
The Falcons draft board is all arranged. The Green players are in the green spots. The blue players are in the blue spots. The red guys are in the red slots. The off-the-board guys can find their name plates in the trash dumpster.
The matrix is complete.
Loading ...The Texans could change the Falcons’ plans. But after much debate, we’re projecting that our friends from H-town will select Florida State’s Everette Brown, leaving Cushing to fall to the Falcons.
Cushing has some issues. But that’s why he’ll be there at No. 24. When he comes in to meet the media on Sunday he’ll have to explain the steroid accusations that have followed him since high school and why he and teammate Clay Matthews Jr. allegedly formed a group called “White Nation” on Facebook.
Now if the Cushing scenario doesn’t unfold for the Falcons, that means another good defender — could be Brown or Penn State’s Aaron Maybin — is slipping. Also on the board for the Falcons will be Northern Illinois defensive end Larry English or Missouri defensive tackle Evander “Ziggy” Hood.
If none of the desirable defensive players slip through, look for the Falcons to trade out of the position and pick up more picks. They will need to land near the top of the second round so they could select Western Michigan safety Louis Delmas.
The Falcons’ trade for Tony Gonzalez has restructured the first round. There are going to be several other trades. Cleveland is trying to dump Braylon Edwards and possibly quarterback Brady Quinn. Washington and Denver may try to get in position to select quarterback Mark Sanchez.
Before the Gonzalez trade, University of Georgia running back Knowshon Moreno was headed to Philadelphia. The Falcons, in part suspecting that Philadelphia was going to take Oklahoma State tight Brandon Pettigrew with the 21st pick, went ahead and got the Gonzalez deal done.
It took Dimitroff and his buddy Scott Pioli all of three hours on Thursday to have a meeting of the former New England minds.
With the Eagles taking Pettigrew, Moreno will slip to Arizona, which has the 31st pick.
More on the Mock Draft later. . . .
COMMUNITY CORNER
Punter Michael Koenen hostted the sixth Annual Dream House Golf Classic on Thursday at the Olde Atlanta Golf Club in Suwanee, Georgia . Proceeds from the event will benefit local children’s charity, Dream House for Medically Fragile Children, Inc. . . .
Falcons punter Michael Koenen was out in the community this week.
Cornerback Von Hutchins will serve as the grand marshal for the Walk for Lupus at Piedmont Park on Saturday. He will lead the countdown for the event to start. The walk will support the over 55,000 Georgians and 1.5 million Americans who suffer from Lupus. Those interested can start a team or walk as an individual by registering at www.lupusga.org or calling 770-333-5930. . . .
Wide receiver Harry Douglas will serve as the grand marshal for the March of Dimes Walk for Babies on Saturday, April 25 at Centennial Olympic Park. Douglas will sign autographs in the Kids Corner from 7:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., do the countdown for the walk, welcome runners back in and sign autographs again from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Back to the Mock Draft . . .
I’m reserving the right to come back in here and switch things up as the day’s trades and signings are executed. It’s a good group for tackles and there could be a run on wide receivers.
LEDBETTER’S 2009 MOCK DRAFT 6.0:
THE FINAL CHAPTER
Is Cushing the real thing or Memorex?
1. Detroit Lions: Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia. Stafford has to turn in his Chevy Tahoe and get him a Ford Expedition.
2. St. Louis Rams: Jason Smith, LT, Baylor. The Rams hope Smith can take Orlando Pace’s old spot.
3. Kansas City Chiefs: Aaron Curry, LB, Wake Forest. The Chiefs get some more help for their defense.
4. Seattle Seahawks: Mark Sanchez, QB, USC. Didn’t play much in college, but can backup Matt Hasselbeck until he’s ready.
5. Cleveland Browns: Brian Orakpo, DE/OLB, Texas. Should fit nicely in Eric Mangini’s version of the 3-4.
6. Cincinnati Bengals: Andrew Smith, T, Alabama. Bengals make the day’s first big gamble.
7. Oakland Raiders: Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia. He slides a little bit, but the Raiders will snap him up.
8. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jeremy Macklin, WR, Missouri. The Jags shy away from Crabtree because of his speed issues.
9. Green Bay Packers: Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU. Packers have to improve their defensive line.
10. San Francisco 49ers: Michael Oher, T, Mississippi. 49ers take a slight reach to fill a need.
11. Buffalo Bills: Aaron Maybin, DE, Penn State. After picking up Terrell Owens, the Bills turn their attention to defense.
12: Denver Broncos (from Chicago): B.J. Raji, DT, Boston College. Broncos get an anchor for their defensive line.
13. Washington Redskins: Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee. The Redskins are trying to get into the Mark Sanchez derby.
14. New Orleans Saints: Chris “Beanie” Wells, RB. Sean Payton is looking for someone to run the ball between the tackles.
15. Houston Texans: Everette Brown, DE/OLB, Florida State. Look for the Texans to go defense. They could snap up Cushing right here.
16. San Diego Chargers: Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech. Doesn’t slip too far out of the top 10.
17. New York Jets: Josh Freeman, QB, Kansas State. Jets get their Brett Favre replacement.
18. Denver Broncos: Vontae Davis, CB, Illinois. Broncos attempt to plug their leaky pass defense.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Peria Jerry, DT, Mississippi. The Bucs try to add some bulk to their front-seven.
20. Detroit Lions (from Dallas): Rey Maualuga, LB, Southern California. He slips, but doesn’t get past the Lions.
21. Philadelphia Eagles: Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State: Andy Reid, who was a tight ends coach early in his pro coaching career in Green Bay, knows the position.
22. Minnesota Vikings: Percy Harvin, WR, Florida: Vikes add a playmaker to go with Adrian Peterson.
23. New England Patriots: Clay Matthews Jr., LB, Southern California. Patriots try to replace Mike Vrabel.
24. Atlanta Falcons: Brian Cushing, LB, USC. Everything breaks right and the Falcons get their man. He will compete for one of the starting outside linebacker spots.
25. Miami Dolphins: Malcolm Jenkins, CB, Ohio State. Dolphins address one of their pressing needs.
26. Baltimore Ravens: Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Maryland. GM Ozzie Newsome adds a weapon for quarterback Joe Flacco.
27. Indianapolis Colts: Larry English, DE, Northern Illinois: Bill Polian finds another potential Pro Bowler late in the first round. Heir-apparent to speed rusher Dwight Freeney.
28. Buffalo (from Carolina through Philadelphia): Eben Britton, T, Arizona. They have to replace the traded Jason Peters.
29. New York Giants: Brian Robiskie, WR, Ohio State. This pick could change if the Giants make the trade for Cleveland’s Braylon Edwards.
30. Tennessee Titans: Hakeem Nicks, WR, North Carolina. Can you name one of the Titans’ wide receivers?
31. Arizona Cardinals: Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia. Cardinals need a running threat to help take some pressure off their vaunted passing attack.
32. Pittsburgh Steelers: Clint Sintim, LB, Virginia. A perfect fit after playing for Al Groh at Virginia.
FIRST ROUND FRINGE
Missouri defensive tackle Ziggy Hood has 15.5 career sacks.
James Laurinaitis, LB, Ohio State
Evander Hood, DT, Missouri
Louis Delmas, FS, Western Michigan
Kenny Britt, WR, Rutgers
Alphonso Smith, CB, Wake Forest
Alex Mack, C, California
Max Unger, C, Oregon
Duke Robinson, OG, Oklahoma
Donald Brown, RB, Connecticut
Connor Barwin, DE/LB, Cincinnati
Would you be happy with the selection of Cushing? Do you care about the steroid allegations? Do you care about the “White Nation” Facebook group? Would you prefer a defensive tackle like Hood? If Cushing isn’t there, do you fall back and get in position to draft Delmas?
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D3
April 25th, 2009
12:29 pm
HERE WE GO MEN!!!!!! Its finally, FINALLY here! Start getting your draft recipes prepped, brews on ice, NFL N/ESPN on, and get ready to ROCK IT OUT!! Been one H— of ride boys! Tons of fun, my new favorite hobby: talking intelligent football with cool guys! I’ll probably have to post two at a time for it to work. I erased any comments beside them to save room on the blog. Let me know of any last minute changes. I got the first round ready to go, but I gotta go prep some food and grab a cold one. Went with an island brew today due to the warm weather. Kona Island Lager. Let you know how it turns out. Here we go, bear with me on some technical issues:
WR
1.Detroit-Matthew Stafford-didn’t take a genius to figure this one out
2.St.Louis-Eugene Monroe
3.K.C.-Micheal Crabtree-either straight-up or involving a trade, coach Haley gets his Fitzgerald
4.Seattle-Aaron Curry, seahawks take Julian Peterson replacement
5.Cleveland-Brian Orakpo
6.Cincinnati-Andre Smith
7.Oakland-Jeremy Maclin
8.Jacksonville-B.J Raji
9.Green Bay-Everett Brown
10.San Fran-Robert Ayers
11.Buffalo-Jason Smith
12.Denver-Tyson Jackson
13.Washington-Mark Sanchez
14.Saints-Chris Wells
15.Texans-Malcolm Jenkins
16.San Diego-Rey Maualuga
17.NY Jets-Josh Freeman
18.Denver-Brian Cushing
19.Tampa Bay-Peria Jerry
20.Detroit-Micheal Oher
21.Philadelphia-Knowshon Moreno
22.Minnesota-Percy Harvin
23.New England-Clay Matthews
24.Atlanta-Evander Hood,
26.Baltimore-Kenny Britt
27.Indianapolis-Brian Robiskie
28.Buffalo-Brandon Pettigrew
29.NY Giants-Darius Heyward Bey
30.Tennessee-Hakeem Nicks
31.Arizona-Donald Brown
32.Pittsburgh-Vontae Davis
Falcon Devil
1. Detroit Lions: Matthew Stafford
2. St. Louis Rams: Jason Smith
3. Kansas City Chiefs: Aaron Curry
4. Seattle Seahawks: Michael Crabtree, W
5. Cleveland Browns: Brian Orakpo, DE, Texas.
6. Cincinnati Bengals: Andre Smith
7. Oakland Raiders: Jeremy Maclin
8. Jacksonville Jaguars: B.j. Raji, 9
9. Green Bay Packers: Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU.
10. San Francisco 49ers: Mark Sanchez
11. Buffalo Bills: Eugene Monroe
12: Denver Broncos (from Chicago): Everette Brown
13. Washington Redskins: Brian Cushing
14. New Orleans Saints: Malcom Jenkins
15. Houston Texans: Knowshon Moreno
16. San Diego Chargers: Michael Oher
17. New York Jets: Josh Freeman
18. Denver Broncos: Vontae Davis
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Michael Johnson
20. Detroit Lions (from Dallas): Aaron Maybin
21. Philadelphia Eagles: Brandon Pettigrew
22. Minnesota Vikings: Rey Maualuga
23. New England Patriots: Robert Ayers
24. Atlanta Falcons: Peria Jerry
25. Miami Dolphins: Percy Harvin
26. Baltimore Ravens: Hackeem Nicks
27. Indianapolis Colts: Darrius Heward-Bey
28. Philadelphia (from Carolina): Beanie Wells
29. New York Giants: Brian Robiskie
30. Tennessee Titans: Evander Hood
31. Arizona Cardinals: Donald Brown
32. Pittsburgh Steelers: Darius Butler
D3
April 25th, 2009
12:30 pm
Seminole
1. DET: M. Stafford
2. STL: M. Sanchez
3. KC: T. Jackson
4. SEA: J. Smith
5. CLE: A. Curry
6. CIN: E. Monroe
7. OAK: M. Crabtree
8. JAX: J. Maclin
9. GB: BJ Raji
10. SF: M. Oher
11. BUF: A. Smith
12. DEN: B. Orakpo
13. WAS: E. Brown
14. NO: M. Jenkins
15. HOU: C. Matthews
16. SD: R. Maulauga
17. NYJ: C. Wells
18. DEN: A. Maybin
19. TB: J. Freeman
20. DET: P. Jerry
21. PHI: K. Moreno
22. MIN: E. Britton
23. NE: B. Cushing
24. ATL: Evander “Ziggy” Hood
25. MIA: D. Butler
26. BAL: B. Pettigrew
27. IND: B. Robiskie
28. BUF: L. English
29. NYG: J. Laurinaitis
30. TEN: V. Davis
31. AZ: D. Brown
32. PIT: A. Mack
dacha
1. Detroit– QB Matthew Stafford
2. St. Louis- LB Aaron Curry
3. Kansas City– OT Jason Smith
4. Seattle– QB Mark Sanchez
5. Cleveland– DT B.J. Raji
6. Cincinnati– OT Eugene Monroe
7. Oakland– WR Michael Crabtree
8. Jacksonville– OT Andre Smith
9. Green Bay– DE Tyson Jackson
10. San Francisco– DE Brian Orakpo
11. Buffalo– OT Michal Oher
12. Denver– DE Everette Brown
13. Washington– DE Robert Ayers
14. New Orleans– CB Malcom Jenkins
15. Houston– LB Brian Cushing
16. San Diego- LB Rey Maualuga
17. New York Jets– RB Chris Beanie Wells
18. Denver (from Chicago)– LB Clay Matthews, Jr.
19. Tampa Bay– QB Josh Freeman
20. Detroit (from Dallas)– OT Eben Britton
21. Philadelphia– RB Knowshon Moreno
22. Minnesota– WR Jeremy Maclin
23. New England– DE Aaron Maybin
24. Buffalo (trade with Atlanta)– TE Brandon Pettigrew
25. Miami– WR Percy Harvin
26. Baltimore– CB Vontae Davis
27. Indianapolis–DT Peria Jerry
28. Atlanta (trade with Buffalo)– LB James Laurinaitis
29. New York Giants–WR Darrius Heyward-Bey
30. Tennessee– WR Hakeem Nicks
31. Arizona– RB Donald Brown
32. Pittsburgh– DE Larry English
D3
1)Detroit – Matthew Stafford
2)St.Louis – Jason Smith
3)Kansas City – Aaron Curry
4)Seattle – Mark Sanchez
5)Cleveland – Brain Orakpo
6)Cincinatti – Eugene Monroe
7)Oakland – Jeremy Maclin
8)Jacksonville – Michael Crabtree
9)Green Bay – BJ Raji
10)San Francisco – Andre Smith
11)Buffalo – Michael Oher
12)Denver – Tyson Jackson
13)Washington – Everette Brown
14)New Orleans – Malcolm Jenkins
15)Houston – Brian Cushing
16)San Diego – Rey Mauluga
17)NY Jets – Josh Freeman
18)Denver – Aaron Maybin
19)Tampa Bay – Peria Jerry
20)Detroit – Eben Britton
21)Philadelphia – Knowshon Moreno
22)Minnesota – Percy Harvin
23)New England – Clay Matthews
24)Atlanta – Ziggy Hood
25)Miami – Larry English
26)Baltimore – James Laurinitus
27)Indianapolis – Brian Robiskie
28)Buffalo – Brandon Pettigrew
29)New York – Kenny Britt
30)Tennessee – Darius Butler
*31)Arizona – Beanie Wells
32)Pittsburgh – Max Unger
D3
April 25th, 2009
12:30 pm
Marko’s Mocko
1 Detroit Lions: Matthew Stafford
2 St. Louis; Eugene Monroe OT Virginia, .
3 Denver from Kansas City: Mark Sanchez, QB USC
4 Seattle: Aaron Curry, LB Wake Forest
5 Cleveland: Jason Smith OT Baylor.
6 Cincinnati: Andre Smith,
7 Oakland: Michael Crabtree,
8 Jacksonville: BJ Raji,
9 Green Bay: Brian Orakpo,
10 San Francisco: Jeremy Maklin,
11Buffalo: Aaron Maybin, LB DE Penn St
11 Kansas City from Denver : Tyson Jackson DE LSU
13Washington: Robert Ayers DE Tennessee.
14New Orleans: Everette Brown, DE FSU,
15 Houston: Brain Cushing, LB USC,
16 San Diego Rey Maualuga, LB USC
17New York Jets, Tampa Bay Josh Freeman QB Kansas State
18Kansas City from Denver, Brandon Pettigrew, TE Oklahoma St.
19 Tampa Bay Peria Jerry DT Mississippi
20 Detroit Michael Oher: OT Mississippi:
21Philadelphia:darrius Heyward-Bey WR Maryland
22Minnasotta Eben Britton OT Arizona,
23 New England: Connor Barwin LB DE Cincinati
24 Atlanta:Clay Matthews, LB USC,
25Miami: Vontae Davis, CB,
26Baltimore. Percy Harvin WR Florida
27 Indiana: Evander Hood, DT Missouri,.
28 Buffalo: Chris Wells RB Ohio State
29 New York Giants: Kenny Britt WR. Rutgers
30Tennessee Darius Butler CB Connecticut
31 Arizona Donald Brown RB Connecticut
32 Pittsburg: Max Unger OT Oregon
Nookah
1) Lions – Matthew Stafford (QB)
2) Rams – Jason Smith – OT
3) Chiefs – Aaron Curry (LB)
4) Seahawks – Mark Sanchez (QB)
5) Browns – B.J. Raji (DT)
6) Bengals – Andre Smith (OT)
7) Raiders – Michael Crabtree (WR)
Jags – Eugene Monroe (OT)
9) Packers – Tyson Jackson (DE)
10) 49ers – Brian Orakpo (DE)
11) Bills – Robert Ayers (DE)
12) Broncos – Everette Brown (DE)
13) Redskins – Rey Maualuga (LB)
14) Saints – Brian Cushing (LB)
15) Texans – Clay Matthews III (LB)
16) Chargers – Beenie Wells (RB)
17) Jets – Josh Freeman (QB)
18) Broncos – Brandon Pettigrew (TE)
19) Buccs – Peria Jerry (DT)
20) Lions – Michael Oher (OT)
21) Eagles – Knoshown Moreno (RB)
22) Vikings – Percy Harvin (WR)
23) Patriots – Jeremy Maclin (WR)
24) Falcons – Evander “The Real Deal/Ziggy” Hood (DT)
25) Dolphins – Michael Jenkins (CB)
26) Ravens – Vontae Davis (CB)
27) Colts – Darrius Heyward-Bey (WR)
28) Bills – Ebon Britton (OT)
29) Texans – Max Unger (C)
30) Giants – Hakeem Nicks (WR)
31) Cardinals – LeSean McKoy (RB)
32) Steelers – Alphonso Smith (CB)
Irvin
1 Det- QB Matt Stafford
2 Stl- OT Eugene Monroe
3 KC- LB Aaron Curry
4 Sea- OT Jason Smith
5 Cle- WR Michael Crabtree
6 Cin- OT Andre Smith
7 Oak- DE Brian Orakpo
8 Jac- WR Jeremy Maclin
9 GB- OT Michael Oher
10 SF- DE Aaron Maybin
11 Buf- DE Everette Brown
12 Den- DT B.J. Raji
13 Was- Mark Sanchez
14 NO- LB Rey Mauluga
15 Hou- CB Malcolm Jenkins
16 SD- OT Eben Britton
17 NYJ- WR Darrius Heyward-Bey
18 Den- DE Tyson Jackson
19 TB- Robert Ayers
20 Det- OT William Beatty
21 Phi- RB Knowshon Moreno
22 Min- CB Vontae Davis
23 NE- LB Brian Cushing
24 Atl- LB Clay Mathews
25 Mia- WR Hakeem Nicks
26 Bal- TE Brandon Pettigrew
27 Ind- DT Peria Jerry
28 Buf- C Alex Mack
29 NYG- WR Kenny Britt
30 Ten- CB Darrius Butler
31 Ari- RB Chris Wells
32 Pit- OT Phil Loadholt
D3
April 25th, 2009
12:31 pm
Dean21
1. Detroit– QB -Matthew Stafford
2. St. Louis- OT -Jason Smith
3. Kansas City– LB Aaron Curry
4. Seattle– QB- Mark Sanchez
5. Cleveland– WR -Michael Crabtree
6. Cincinnati– OT- Andre Smith
7. Oakland– WR -Jeremy Maclin
8. Jacksonville– DE -Brian Orakpo
9. Green Bay– DT-B.J. Raji
10. San Francisco– OT-Eugene Monroe
11. Buffalo– DE Robert Ayers
12. Denver– DE Tyson Jackson
13. Washington– Michael Oher
14. New Orleans– LB – Brian Cushing
15. Houston– CB Malcom Jenkins
16. San Diego- RB- Knowshon Moreno
17. New York Jets– QB Josh Freeman
18. Denver (from Chicago)– DE – Aaron Maybin
19. Tampa Bay– Clay Matthews
20. Detroit (from Dallas)– LB – James Laurinaitis
21. Philadelphia– TE Brandon Pettigrew
22. Minnesota– OT Eben Britton
23. New England–CB – Darius Butler
24. Atlanta– DT Peria Jerry
25. Miami– WR Percy Harvin
26. Baltimore– WR Darrius Heyward-Bey
27. Indianapolis– DT – Evander “Ziggy” Hood
28. Buffalo – OT -Phil Loadholt
29. New York Giants– WR Darrius Heywood Bey
30. Tennessee– CB – Alphonso Smith
31. Arizona– RB Donald Brown
32. Pittsburgh– OT- Max Unger
Reno911
1. Detroit – Matthew Stafford
2. St. Louis – Jason Smith
3. Kansas city trades to the Snyderettes– Mark Sanchez
4. Seattle – Eugene Monroe
5. Cleveland – Aaron Curry
6. Cincinnati – Andre Smith
7. Oakland – Darius Heyward-Bey
8. Jax – Michael Crabtree
9. Green Bay- B.J. Raji
10. San Fran – Michael Oher
11. Buffalo – Brian Orakpo
12. Denver- Tyson Jackson
13. Washington (probably traded to KC)- Aaron Maybin
14. N.O.- Malcolm Jenkins
15. Houston – Clay Matthews
16. San Diego – Eben Britton
17. NY Jets – Chris Wells
18. Denver – Knowshon Moreno
19. Tampa Bay – Josh Freeman
20. Detroit – William Beatty
21. Philly – Robert Ayers
22. Minnesota – Percy Harvin
23. New England – Rey Maualuga
24. Atlanta (crossing my fingers for a trade down) – Peria Jerry
25. Miami – Darius Butler
26. Baltimore – Jeremy Maclin
27. Indy – Ziggy Hood
28. Buffalo – Brandon Pettigrew
29. NY Giants – Brian Cushing
30. Tennessee – Sean Smith
31. Arizona – Donald Brown
32. Pittsburgh – Alex Mack
yeah baby yeah
01- DET- QB Mathew Stafford
02- STL- OT Eugene Monroe
03- KC – LB Aaron Curry
04- SEA- WR Michael Crabtree
05- CLE- DE Brian Orakpo
06- CIN- OT Jason Smith
07- OAK- WR Jeremy Maclin
08- JAC- QB Mark Sanchez
09- GB- NT B.J. Raji
10- SF- DE Tyson Jackson
11- BUF- OT Andre Smith
12- DEN- DE Tyson Jackson
13- WAS- DE Aaron Maybin
14- NO- DB Malcolm Jenkins
15- HOU- LB Clay Mathews
16- SD- LB Rey Maualuga
17- NYJ- QB Josh Freeman
18- DEN- DE Everette Brown
19- TB- DE Robert Ayers
20- DET- OT William Beatty
21- PHI- RB Knowshon Moreno
22- MIN- CB Darius Butler
23- NE- LB Brian Cushing
24- ATL- LB Clint Sintim
25- MIA- WR Hakeem Nicks
26- BAL- WR Darius Heyward Bey
27- IND- DT Peria Jerry
28- BUF- LB Larry English
29- NYG- WR Percy Harvey
30- TEN- DB Vontae Davis
31- ARI- RB Chris Wells
32- PIT- C Alex Mack
Stirg
1. Detroit – Matthew Stafford, QB, UGA
2. St. Louis – Mark Sanchez, QB, USC
3. Kansas City – Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU
4. Seattle – Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
5. Cleveland – Aaron Curry, OLB, Wake Forest
6. Cincinnati – Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia
7. Oakland – Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech
8. Jacksonville – Jeremy Maclin, WR, Missouri
9. Green Bay – B.J. Raji, DT, Boston College
10. San Francisco – Josh Freeman, QB, Kansas St.
11. Buffalo – Aaron Maybin, DE, Penn St.
12. Denver – Brian Orakpo, DE, Texas
13. Washington – Andre Smith, OL, Alabama
14. New Orleans – Chris Wells, RB, OSU
15. Houston – Robert Ayers, DE, Tennessee
16. San Diego – Michael Oher, OT, Mississippi
17. New York Jets – Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Maryland
18. Denver – Peria Jerry, DT, Mississippi
19. Tampa Bay – Everette Brown, DE, FSU
20. Detroit – Eben Britton, OT, Arizona
21. Philadelphia – Knowshown Moreno, TB, UGA
22. Minnesota – Will Beatty, OT, UConn
23. New England – Malcolm Jenkins, DB, OSU
24. Atlanta – Clay Matthews, III, LB, USC
25. Miami – Darius Butler, CB, UConn.
26. Baltimore – Ray Maualuga, LB, USC
27. Indianapolis – Evander Hood, DT, Missouri
28. Buffalo – Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma St.
29. New York Giants – Hakeem Nicks, North Carolina
30. Tennessee – Sean Smith, DB, Utah
31. Arizona – Connor Barwin, DE, Cincinnati
32. Pittsburgh – Jarron Gilbert, DE, San Jose St.
JJ
1. DETROIT QB STAFFORD
2. RAMS OT SMITH
3. -TRADE- BRONCOS QB SANCHEZ
4. SEAHAWKS LB CURRY
5. BROWNS DE ORAKPO
6. BENGALS DT RAJI
7. RAIDERS WR MACLIN
8. JAGUARS OT SMITH
9. PACKERS DE JACKSON
10. SAN FRAN OT MONROE
11. BILLS DE MAYBIN
12. -TRADE- CHIEFS ILB MAUALUGA
13. REDSKINS OT OHER
14. SAINTS CB JENKINS
15. TEXANS LB MATTHEWS JR.
16. -TRADE- TAMPA BAY QB FREEMAN
17. JETS DE/LB BARWIN
18. BRONCOS DT JERRY
19. -TRADE- CHARGERS RB MORENO
20. DETROIT DE AYERS
21. EAGLES TE PETTIGREW
22. VIKINGS C MACK
23. PATRIOTS DE ENGLISH
24. FALCONS DT ZIGGY HOOOOOOOD
25. DOLPHINS CB DAVIS
26. RAVENS WR HEYWARD-BEY
27. COLTS LB CUSHING
28. BILLS RB WELLS
29. GIANTS WR BRITT
30. TENN CB BUTLER
31. ARIZONA RB BROWN
32. PITT OT UNGER
D3
April 25th, 2009
12:32 pm
Should be all of ‘em boys. If you haven’t posted your most recent Falcons Mock today, try to get in so I’ll have the most current one. Raise your pints boys. Draft Day is Finally Here!!!!!
SeminoleWarrior
April 25th, 2009
12:36 pm
D3, one HELL of an outstanding job keeping all these mocks in line and posting them to the blog. Next time I’m in the ATL, the Kona Island Lagers on me!!
Going to step out, pick up the Kingford and the t-bones, and something silky smooth at the adult beverage store.
WE ARE THE FALCON NATION!!!!
tbhawksfan
April 25th, 2009
12:47 pm
I’ve done about 82 falcons mock drafts. Not doing a first round mock, just less interested in other teams moves. Only interested to see what they leave us. I guess I’ve gone over every player I think could be a good draft for us at every position.
Now I’m going to do a two or three deep Falcons draft based on likelyhood, need and BPA.
In the incomplete spots the players remain the same as fisrt row.
#24: Jerry DT Cushing OLB Maybin OLB
#55: Sintim OLB Moala DT
#90: Martin FS
#125: Maiva OLB
#138: Lee Hill DT
#143: Shaughnessy DE
#176: Underwood CB
If this is my last pre-draft mock; it’s been fun, educational and interesting. Hope everyone has a very enjoyable draft evening.
CHEERS !
WR
April 25th, 2009
12:47 pm
D3, at 25 I have miami taking Darius Butler
SeminoleWarrior
April 25th, 2009
12:48 pm
Nookah, Jamaal is not that bad at all. First, he was drafted into a horrid situation under the incredibly inadequate DL staff of the “Fraud known as Petrino.” He was thrown to the wolves simply based on his “outstanding play in the strong SEC West”.
Enter Mike Smith and the Sugar Bear. REAL coaches now broke down the tape and analyzed the kid. They saw his skill set against the run so they decided to use his flexibility. They began to work with him on his technique and as the season moved on, you could see him getting better. This guy has upside or TD would have moved him this offseason. This season, he will continue to get better. He will be a Falcon long term and he will prove valuable in the long term. NOTE: It was VERY wise to lock down Chunacey Davis for two reasons: 1) Depth and a chance to start and 2) Abraham’s history of injury. NOTE 2: The average for sacks at the DE position in the NFL is 7 and one-half. So if we can get the league average out of both position, supplemented by 6-9 from the interior of the DL, we will be in very good shape overall.
In conclusion, Anderson will continue to improve. Just as with TD and Smitty, in the Sugar Bear I trust.
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
12:48 pm
D3, a trailer load of respect to the man!!! You are the man. I am so sorry I’m all the way in Canada. I’d buy you the “Stripe” all day. You’ve done one heck of a job and contributed significantly to the comraderie and ‘brotherhood” that now pervades these pages.
Kudos to you and all the other Faithful Falcon Friends!! You’re my FFF’s!!!
Go Falcons!!!
Nuff respect everytime!!!!!……………………..THE PROCESS CONTINUES……………..
JJ
April 25th, 2009
12:52 pm
D3: nice job, from all of us (D-led falcon brothers), thanks for all of your work!!! I just read mark’s blog and I’m sooo thankfull we have this blog!!! I cannot express how enjoyable these last few weeks have been. Thank you D-led brothers! Cannot name everyone, but the regulars know who you are.
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
12:59 pm
Seminole, thanks for the feedback. I think you are spot on. I endorse your analysis and think he will have a better year this year.
Something that is lost in all these discussions, is the intangible that we apparently have. I am of the impression that we are very strong “off the field”. By that I mean we have unparalleled chemistry in that locker room. All of us know that makes the performance on the field much easier to execute. With the addition of TG and his obvious endorsement of the “process” and the quality that exists on this team, folks I think we are aheaad of the curve. I have said this before, the process is in an advanced stage and if I may dare say, ahead of expectation.
However, we should not be complacent, as Chris Berman always says………THAT’S WHY WE PLAY THE GAMES!!!!
We have to convert the obvious talent we have into some tangible results…..JUST WIN BABY!!!
Go Falcons!!! Falcon Nation Forever!!!
Nuff respect everytime!!!!………THE PROCESS CONTINUES……………..
Stirg d'Nahsif
April 25th, 2009
1:30 pm
Just checking in, fellows. The Mrs. had me at the mall; of all days, she wants to go and take pictures, TODAY! Needless to say, my pose looked like Mike Tyson was run over by the Ugly Truck.
So, what I miss?
D3, you certainly got my vote for Falcon Fan of the year! I really appreciate you.
Thomas Dimitroff
April 25th, 2009
1:31 pm
We will not draft at 24, I have some trades brewing.
Hold on Falcons fans, we’re making the push for a deep playoff run!
chc4
April 25th, 2009
1:53 pm
Any big rumors today? I’ve been getting yard work done…. gotta be done by 4:00!!
chc4
April 25th, 2009
1:56 pm
Not sure how I feel about this Dorsey for our #1 & #3 rumor still flying around. I’d prefer we keep those picks especially considering Dorsey’s mediocre rookie season.
falcon21
April 25th, 2009
2:18 pm
Keep up the good work Falcon fans. I’m enjoying the reading between yard work. It’s less than 2 hours away so I better hurry!
WR
April 25th, 2009
2:49 pm
Stirg, thats how it works with the Misses, just wait till about 4:00 and see what she comes up with, I’m planning my great escape around 4 because I know how the system works
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
2:55 pm
I’m not sure I’m sold on that Dorsey rumour either. I think we can get excellent value at the bottom of the 1st round and the 3rd round.
If TD want’s to trade out of the 1st round and pick up an extra 2nd, I’d be very fine as some of my fellow citizens have been suggesting.
Oh by the way this is the ultimate bliss. With about an hour before the draft, my wife and child just went to bed. Any suggestions on how I can have them sleep until tomorrow?
Just having fun me fellow citizens of Falcon Nation!!!
Go Falcons!!!
Nuff respect everytime!!……….THE PROCESS CONTINUES…………
chc4
April 25th, 2009
3:00 pm
Nookah — a full dose of Benadryl for the kid will get ‘er done. As for your wife, if she’s anything like mine you’re outta luck!
SeminoleWarrior
April 25th, 2009
3:06 pm
One hour to go…and forget about the Dorsey deal. It’s not going to happen.
ONE NATION!! THE FALCON NATION!!
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
3:14 pm
Steve Wyche reporting that Redskins trying to move up to get Sanchez…….folks with no disrespect to Steve, but isn’t that a surprise (wink, wink). Anywway it goes I’d give anything for an interview with Jason Campbell right now……..ouch!!!
chc4, thanks man I’ll deliver the medicine right now. You the man!!
Seminole, say it loud!!!!
Ken Strickland
April 25th, 2009
3:15 pm
NOOKAH-the issues with DE JAnderson’s production and progress isn’t just about his lack of sacks because former Falcons DE Pkerney wasn’t a whole lot better his 1st couple of yrs. The concern with his lack of sacks is due to him playing opposite a pass rushing demon like JAbraham. Even slow, overweight DT GJackson registered 2 sacks last yr when DE JAbraham chased a couple of QB’s into his arms.
JAnderson has all of the tools to be an excellent DE. He just doesn’t have the experience, nor has he developed the techniques needed to be an effective pass rusher. Once he understands the nuances of playing the position, and those techniques become instinctive, he’ll become a dominant DE, and I think Smitty and TD are aware of that.
dacha
April 25th, 2009
3:18 pm
42 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ken Strickland
April 25th, 2009
3:23 pm
HEY FELLAS. I HAVE MY NACHOS, DIP, PEPSI AND I’M READY FOR THE DRAFT. GOOD LUCK TO THE FALCONS ON GETTING THE PLAYERS THEY’VE TARGETED.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!IT’S SHOW TIME”!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SeminoleWarrior
April 25th, 2009
3:25 pm
Well stated K-Strick. In the Sugar Bear and Smitty we shall trust.
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
3:31 pm
Ken Strick, thanks for dropping the knowledge on me re JA.
It’s great when you have good citizens in the Nation!!!
Go Falcons!!!
Nuff respect everytime!!!!!………………..THE PROCESS CONTINUES……………
29 MINUTES TO GO!!!
NaGaNole
April 25th, 2009
3:38 pm
IMHO, JA has never been a true pass rusher. He would flourish in a 3-4. I’d argue he’s got as much talent as the kid ESPN now has KC taking (Tyson Jackson). He’s NFL ready now and will be cheaper. The price of signing him will be enormous. Use that #3 pick on Curry, and you get JA. Also, Brace will more that likely be there at #55, if not, Sammie Lee Hill will be there in the 3rd for them. This deal works for everyone. Dorsey had no help last year. Watch how much better he looks with Abraham and Davis as bookends, next to Babs.
SW- My mention of Bunkley was just about FSU DTs producing in the NFL. However, the measurables of Bunkley and Hood are very similar, so this helps. Bunkley had a HORRIBLE rookie season. It wasn’t until his 2nd season he started showing promise, and last year really broke out. The 2 points I have are do you wanna wait 3 years for your 1st round guy to be a factor? Also, the Eagles attacking blitzing scheme is not what we do here. We want penetration, but we are shooting gaps every play. If done correctly, it can rattle QBs and be effective. However, if you go against a solid team with a QB that can “feel the blitz”, do accurate presnap reads, quickly go through progressions, and know when to hit the hot route, those teams destroy the Eagles. Not to mention they have problems with power running games. The finesse running teams do poorly, reinforcing my point about quick undersized lines. Remember how Gibb’s line and that QB and Dunn got eaten up in the playoffs a few years back? Now think about what Ryan was able to do as he learned to deal with the pressure in last year’s game. I know I’m not the only one who thought the phantom muffed punt cost us the game. Do you have any doubt Ryan would have drove for the win? Be honest, lol.
Lots of love for FSU, and GO FALCONS!!
NaGaNole
April 25th, 2009
3:44 pm
Sorry, I forgot about the reasoning for picking Curry and trading for JA. Much like Ryan got a bigger contract than Long last year, DEs are paid better than OLBs in the NFL. Making this trade for JA and signing Curray could next them 2 pieces to the puzzle, and save them about 10 million. Yes, they would eat cap on Dorsey, but they don’t believe him in their new defense. Better to eat some cap then waste it on a player you don’t believe in.
Unca' Bob
April 25th, 2009
3:50 pm
SeminoleWarrior How about Tommy Nobis, in my mind, Falcon #1. Claude Humphrys also comes to mind. Gentlemen: Good luck to one and all in the upcoming draft. I have enjoyed reading everyones opinions and comments. I will, without a dought return next year for more, and hopefully be better informed.
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
3:51 pm
Oh man, I feel like a kid in a candy store!!! Can’t wait!!!
Go Falcons!!!!
In the red and black corner, 6′ 3″, 300lbs………..Evander “The REEEEEEEALLLLLLLLL DEEEEEALLLL ” Ziggy Hood!!! …………Let’s get ready to rumbllllllllleeeeeeeeee(Michael Buffer)
Unca' Bob
April 25th, 2009
3:52 pm
Opps doubt
D3
April 25th, 2009
3:55 pm
HERE WE GO BOYS!!!!!!!!!! HELL YEAH!
BEEN A PLEASURE AND JOY GENTLEMAN! ONE OF THESE DAYS WE’LL HAVE TO GET TOGETHER FOR A BREW!
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
3:56 pm
Unca’ Bob, why wait until next year. We aim to please here man. Ask any question or call
1-800-FALCON-NATION………………..We have the resources, we’ll drop the knowledge on yah!!
Great to have you man!!
D3, Ken Strick, Seminole, Stirg, Big Ray, Marko, chc4, WR, Falcon 21, Dean 21……..let’s give Unca’ Bob a big round of applause. ‘Cause that’s we roll on FALCON NATION!!!
Go Falcons!!!
Nuff respect everytime!!!!
You trying to conquer me, you never will conquer me….(Delroy Wilson)
D3
April 25th, 2009
3:57 pm
HERE WE GO BOYS!!!!!! ITS BEEN A PLEASURE TALKIN’ GREAT FOOTBALL WITH YOU GENTLEMEN. ONE OF THESE DAYS WE’LL ALL HAVE TO GET TOGETHER AND HAVE A BREW! RED SCRIPE(NOOKAH), or ST.PAULI(JJ), or GUINESS(I.MUS)!
LET’S ROLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SeminoleWarrior
April 25th, 2009
3:57 pm
Unca’ Bob, the posse will leave the light on for ya. Both Nobis and Humphrey are already in the Ring of Honor.
SeminoleWarrior
April 25th, 2009
4:00 pm
In the words of the greatest referee of all times, Mills Lane, as well as one of the smoothest singers of all time, Marvin Gaye
LET’S GET IT ON!!! One Nation…..The Falcon Nation!!!
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
4:04 pm
Mike Mayock on NFL Network has us taking Peria Jerry at 24. I wouldn’t complain but I don’t thhink he’ll be there.
Go Falcons!!!
Nuff respect everytime!!!!…………..THE PROCESS CONTINUES…..
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
4:06 pm
I like to study “body language” because I think that says much more than what words say. When Stafford was announced he hugged his mother and father and kissed his Grandma. Is’nt that special. You know where the love is…..Grandma is the one!!!!
Unca' Bob
April 25th, 2009
4:06 pm
Nooka Thanks and a tip o’ the falcon’s cap back at ya. SW I am now living in the Carolinas and we do not recieve any news what so ever on the Falcons. Thanx for the update.
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
4:11 pm
With the second pick the Rams…………….have a trade???????
Stirg d'Nahsif
April 25th, 2009
4:13 pm
I say we pull the trigger on Glenn Dorsey or Aaron Curry. Either of the two would drastically change the complexion of our defense.
Let’s see what St. Louis going to do…
Stirg d'Nahsif
April 25th, 2009
4:15 pm
Dag. They fooled me.
dacha
April 25th, 2009
4:22 pm
i agree with stirg…curry would instantly put our D in the top 5
D3
April 25th, 2009
4:23 pm
I think most of us are 2 for 2, eh?
How’s the Red Stripe, Guiness, & St.Pauli’s?
This Kona Island Lager is pretty D@– tasty. Good warm weather brew.
D3
April 25th, 2009
4:27 pm
Tyson Jackson @ #3, there goes my draft. F—!
Stirg d'Nahsif
April 25th, 2009
4:28 pm
With the Jason Smith pick, I’m 2 for 3. Not bad, so far.
Can we get Aaron Curry? Is that even possible?
Nookah
April 25th, 2009
4:28 pm
D3, you got it. Don’t feel like the Lone Ranger, because with that pick you have a lot of Tonto’s.
We’re more interested in #24 anyway!!!
Go Falcons!!!
dacha
April 25th, 2009
4:34 pm
1 for 4…crap!
falcon21
April 25th, 2009
4:34 pm
May be dumb to say but I bet Mora is waiting on the Vick situation.