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Mock Draft: Pete Prisco
By Pete Prisco
SportsLine.com Senior Writer
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Pete Prisco predicts the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft, which will be held in New York City on April 23 and 24. (Updated on March 14, 2005)

1. San Francisco -- Alex Smith, QB, Utah

The pressure will be on the 49ers to take local kid Aaron Rodgers of Cal, but Smith is better.

2. Miami -- Ronnie Brown, RB, Auburn

New coach Nick Saban is familiar with this kid having played against him at LSU. Plus, he's big and fast, which is why the Dolphins won't deal for Edgerrin James.

3. Cleveland -- Aaron Rodgers, QB, Cal

Well, you really don't think Trent Dilfer is the answer for the long run, do you?

4. Chicago -- Braylon Edwards, WR, Michigan

They landed Muhsin Muhammad in free agency, but getting this guy will really make the defenses respect the deep ball. Edwards is the second-best player in this draft behind Smith.

5. Tampa Bay -- Cadillac Williams, RB, Auburn

Jon Gruden loves big-play runners. Williams is that and more. He could also use help on the offensive line.

6. Tennessee -- Antrel Rolle, CB, Miami

They lose Samari Rolle, so now they replace him with a player of the same name (no relation). Rolle's recent 4.4 helps his stock.

7. Minnesota -- Troy Williamson, WR, South Carolina

They lost Randy Moss, so now they go get a deep passing threat in the speedy Williamson. He's faster than Mike Williams.

8. Arizona -- Cedric Benson, RB, Texas

They got Kurt Warner to play quarterback, now they get their runner. This could be an explosive offense if the Cards get Benson.

9. Washington -- Adam Jones, CB, West Virginia

The Redskins lost Fred Smoot to the Vikings, so they have to get a replacement. Jones is fast enough to play all the man coverage the Redskins like to play.

10. Detroit -- Dan Cody, DE, Oklahoma

The Lions need help with their pass rush, and Cody's the kind of player who can bring pressure off the corner.

11. Dallas -- Shawne Merriman, DE, Maryland

With the Cowboys set to move to a 3-4 defense, Merriman would be a perfect outside linebacker. His stock is rising, so he might not last this long.

12. San Diego -- Roddy White, WR, Alabama-Birmingham

The Chargers are looking for a young, big-play receiver. White has that deep speed.

13. Houston -- Alex Barron, T, Florida State

The Texans need an upgrade from Seth Wand at left tackle, and Barron is the top player at that position.

14. Carolina -- Derrick Johnson, LB, Texas

If the Panthers can add a playmaking outside linebacker like Johnson, look out. They do need an upgrade there, especially with Mark Fields a free agent.

15. Kansas City -- Mike Williams, WR, USC

A lot of mock drafts have Mike Williams going much higher than this, but the feeling here is that he will fall because of speed concerns. The Chiefs can only hope.

16. New Orleans -- Jammal Brown, T, Oklahoma

Even though the Saints signed Jermane Mayberry to play right tackle, Brown will be too hard to pass up. He can also play left tackle.

17. Cincinnati -- Travis Johnson, DT, Florida State

The Bengals need help in the middle of their defense, and Johnson will be a steal if he lasts this long.

18. Minnesota -- Erasmus James, DE, Wisconsin

The Vikings have a dominant inside duo in Pat Williams and Kevin Williams, but they need help outside. James will be an NFL force on the edge.

19. St. Louis -- Carlos Rogers, CB, Auburn

They keep saying they're content with their corners, but how can they be? Rogers is a 4.4 man who excels in coverage.

20. Dallas -- Mark Clayton, WR, Oklahoma

-- Keyshawn Johnson and Terry Glenn aren't kids, so the Cowboys take a shot at Clayton, a player we love.

21. Jacksonville -- Khalif Barnes, OT, Washington

The Jaguars are not at all happy with the left tackle situation, so they land Barnes, a rising player.

22. Baltimore -- Marcus Spears, DE, LSU

The Ravens are going to a 4-3, so they need more defensive ends. Spears would be a nice left end complement to Terrell Suggs.

23. Seattle -- Shaun Cody, DT, USC

They lost defensive end Chike Okeafor to the Cardinals, so they need help up front. Cody can play outside and inside. He will be an effective nickel rusher inside.

24. Green Bay -- David Baas, G-C, Michigan

After losing Mike Wahle and Marco Rivera in free-agency, the Packers need to reload up front. Baas can play both center and guard.

25. Denver -- Reggie Brown, WR, Georgia

The Broncos need help outside with Rod Smith getting up in the years. Brown can run, which they need in a big way.

26. N.Y. Jets -- Fabian Washington, CB, Nebraska

This guy is soaring up teams' boards thanks to his impressive 40 time.

27. Atlanta -- Channing Crowder, LB, Florida

The Falcons need speed at linebacker and Crowder has that, plus he's powerful.

28. San Diego -- Thomas Davis, S, Georgia

Although some scouts think he's too slow to play safety, we disagree. The Chargers will love this playmaker.

29. Indianapolis -- Mike Patterson, DT, USC

He is a Baby Sapp, and we know how much success Tony Dungy had with Sapp in Tampa Bay. Only this guy isn't a fool.

30. Pittsburgh -- Heath Miller, TE Virginia

The Steelers need to get a good young tight end to help in the middle of the field. Miller is a steal here.

31. Philadelphia -- Daryl Blackstock, LB, Virginia

They need a playmaker on the edge, and Blackstock has that type of ability.

32. New England -- David Pollack, DE, Georgia

This would be a perfect match, a hard-working player going to the Patriots. He can take over when Willie McGinest retires.

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Mock Draft: Pete Prisco By Pete Prisco SportsLine.com Senior Writer Tell Pete your opinion! Pete Prisco predicts the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft, which will be held in New York City on April 23 and 24. (Updated on March 14, 2005) 1. San Francisco -- Alex Smith, QB, Utah The pressure will be on the 49ers to take local kid Aaron Rodgers of Cal, but Smith is better. 2. Miami -- Ronnie Brown, RB, Auburn New coach Nick Saban is familiar with this kid having played against him at LSU. Plus, he's big and fast, which is why the Dolphins won't deal for Edgerrin James. 3. Cleveland -- Aaron Rodgers, QB, Cal Well, you really don't think Trent Dilfer is the answer for the long run, do you? 4. Chicago -- Braylon Edwards, WR, Michigan They landed Muhsin Muhammad in free agency, but getting this guy will really make the defenses respect the deep ball. Edwards is the second-best player in this draft behind Smith. 5. Tampa Bay -- Cadillac Williams, RB, Auburn Jon Gruden loves big-play runners. Williams is that and more. He could also use help on the offensive line. 6. Tennessee -- Antrel Rolle, CB, Miami They lose Samari Rolle, so now they replace him with a player of the same name (no relation). Rolle's recent 4.4 helps his stock. 7. Minnesota -- Troy Williamson, WR, South Carolina They lost Randy Moss, so now they go get a deep passing threat in the speedy Williamson. He's faster than Mike Williams. 8. Arizona -- Cedric Benson, RB, Texas They got Kurt Warner to play quarterback, now they get their runner. This could be an explosive offense if the Cards get Benson. 9. Washington -- Adam Jones, CB, West Virginia The Redskins lost Fred Smoot to the Vikings, so they have to get a replacement. Jones is fast enough to play all the man coverage the Redskins like to play. 10. Detroit -- Dan Cody, DE, Oklahoma The Lions need help with their pass rush, and Cody's the kind of player who can bring pressure off the corner. 11. Dallas -- Shawne Merriman, DE, Maryland With the Cowboys set to move to a 3-4 defense, Merriman would be a perfect outside linebacker. His stock is rising, so he might not last this long. 12. San Diego -- Roddy White, WR, Alabama-Birmingham The Chargers are looking for a young, big-play receiver. White has that deep speed. 13. Houston -- Alex Barron, T, Florida State The Texans need an upgrade from Seth Wand at left tackle, and Barron is the top player at that position. 14. Carolina -- Derrick Johnson, LB, Texas If the Panthers can add a playmaking outside linebacker like Johnson, look out. They do need an upgrade there, especially with Mark Fields a free agent. 15. Kansas City -- Mike Williams, WR, USC A lot of mock drafts have Mike Williams going much higher than this, but the feeling here is that he will fall because of speed concerns. The Chiefs can only hope. 16. New Orleans -- Jammal Brown, T, Oklahoma Even though the Saints signed Jermane Mayberry to play right tackle, Brown will be too hard to pass up. He can also play left tackle. 17. Cincinnati -- Travis Johnson, DT, Florida State The Bengals need help in the middle of their defense, and Johnson will be a steal if he lasts this long. 18. Minnesota -- Erasmus James, DE, Wisconsin The Vikings have a dominant inside duo in Pat Williams and Kevin Williams, but they need help outside. James will be an NFL force on the edge. 19. St. Louis -- Carlos Rogers, CB, Auburn They keep saying they're content with their corners, but how can they be? Rogers is a 4.4 man who excels in coverage. 20. Dallas -- Mark Clayton, WR, Oklahoma -- Keyshawn Johnson and Terry Glenn aren't kids, so the Cowboys take a shot at Clayton, a player we love. 21. Jacksonville -- Khalif Barnes, OT, Washington The Jaguars are not at all happy with the left tackle situation, so they land Barnes, a rising player. 22. Baltimore -- Marcus Spears, DE, LSU The Ravens are going to a 4-3, so they need more defensive ends. Spears would be a nice left end complement to Terrell Suggs. 23. Seattle -- Shaun Cody, DT, USC They lost defensive end Chike Okeafor to the Cardinals, so they need help up front. Cody can play outside and inside. He will be an effective nickel rusher inside. 24. Green Bay -- David Baas, G-C, Michigan After losing Mike Wahle and Marco Rivera in free-agency, the Packers need to reload up front. Baas can play both center and guard. 25. Denver -- Reggie Brown, WR, Georgia The Broncos need help outside with Rod Smith getting up in the years. Brown can run, which they need in a big way. 26. N.Y. Jets -- Fabian Washington, CB, Nebraska This guy is soaring up teams' boards thanks to his impressive 40 time. 27. Atlanta -- Channing Crowder, LB, Florida The Falcons need speed at linebacker and Crowder has that, plus he's powerful. 28. San Diego -- Thomas Davis, S, Georgia Although some scouts think he's too slow to play safety, we disagree. The Chargers will love this playmaker. 29. Indianapolis -- Mike Patterson, DT, USC He is a Baby Sapp, and we know how much success Tony Dungy had with Sapp in Tampa Bay. Only this guy isn't a fool. 30. Pittsburgh -- Heath Miller, TE Virginia The Steelers need to get a good young tight end to help in the middle of the field. Miller is a steal here. 31. Philadelphia -- Daryl Blackstock, LB, Virginia They need a playmaker on the edge, and Blackstock has that type of ability. 32. New England -- David Pollack, DE, Georgia This would be a perfect match, a hard-working player going to the Patriots. He can take over when Willie McGinest retires.

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Mock Draft: Dennis Dodd

By Dennis Dodd SportsLine.com Senior Writer Tell Dennis your opinion!

Dennis predicts the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft, which will be held in New York City on April 23 and 24. (Updated on March 18, 2005) 1. San Francisco -- Alex Smith, QB, Utah How do the Niners pass up a Cal guy? Watch 'em. Smith is a tad better than Aaron Rodgers. 2. Miami -- Ronnie Brown, RB, Auburn The speed, the moves. Good luck with the hippie lettuce, Ricky. 3. Cleveland -- Braylon Edwards, WR, Michigan Will wrestle the ball away from anyone in traffic. Randy Moss had better check his blind spot. 4. Chicago -- Aaron Rodgers, QB, Cal Rex Grossman, the honeymoon is over. 5. Tampa Bay -- Cadillac Williams, RB, Auburn Have to get mean again to match Chuckie's scowl. 6. Tennessee -- Erasmus James, DE, Wisconsin The new Kearse? James comes pre-packaged ready to sack. 7. Minnesota -- Derrick Johnson, LB, Texas The temptation is to pick a receiver to replace Moss, but Johnson is a no-brainer, especially for that defense on turf. 8. Arizona -- Cedric Benson, RB, Texas Benson's best attribute might be stamina. He stayed around long enough to pick up a lot of yards. 9. Washington -- Marcus Spears, DE, LSU Can play inside or outside. Arrives at the quarterback with extreme prejudice. 10. Detroit -- Adam Jones, CB, West Virginia Best defensive back in the draft might not fall this far. 11. Dallas -- Shawne Merriman, DE, Maryland In the mold of smaller, quicker DEs. 12. San Diego -- Mike Williams, WR, USC Bad advice from attorney last year. Great pick for the rising Chargers. 13. Houston -- Alex Barron, T, Florida State The draft's best offensive lineman. Pencil him in for the next decade. 14. Carolina -- Heath Miller, TE Virginia Sure-handed, not great speed. Could be a possession wideout too. 15. Kansas City -- Antrel Rolle, CB, Miami Didn't like him the second half last year, but Chiefs desperately need defensive help. 16. New Orleans -- Jammal Brown, T, Oklahoma Best dresser in the draft. OL isn't necessarily a need, but Brown is a rock. 17. Cincinnati -- Travis Johnson, DT, Florida State Bengals could use help in the middle. 18. Minnesota -- Mark Clayton, WR, Oklahoma OK, here's your receiver, Minny, although not one with much height. 19. St. Louis -- Bill Swancutt, DE, Oregon State It's either going to be Swancutt or David Pollack for the Rams. 20. Dallas -- David Pollack, DE, Georgia Great motor, great work ethic. Should prosper in Dallas. 21. Jacksonville -- Elton Brown, G, Virginia Jags also could go tackle. 22. Baltimore -- Troy Williamson, WR, South Carolina After Clayton, this is the best Baltimore can do. 23. Seattle -- Dan Cody, DE, Oklahoma Doesn't take a play off. Impact player, right away. 24. Green Bay -- Channing Crowder, LB, Florida Pack need best defensive player available. 25. Denver -- Shaun Cody, DT, USC Can play inside or outside. It was a mismatch with him and Oklahoma. 26. N.Y. Jets -- Carlos Rodgers, CB, Auburn A lock-up corner in an age when guile is valued more than physical presence. 27. Atlanta -- Khalif Barnes, OT, Washington If Michael Vick gets some protection, he could be even better. 28. San Diego -- Brodney Pool, FS, Oklahoma The league's No. 31 pass defense needs help now. 29. Indianapolis -- Daryl Blackstock, LB, Virginia Blackstock helps round out a front seven that needs to get better for the Colts to contend for the Super Bowl. 30. Pittsburgh -- Demarcus Ware, LB/DE, Troy State Value pick this low in the first round. Could became as good as any of the higher rated LBs or DEs. 31. Philadelphia -- Anttaj Hawthorne, DT, Wisconsin It would have been nice to control the Patriots up the middle. 32. New England -- Corey Webster, CB, LSU No more Troy Brown experiment. Webster was a receiver who converted to corner.

[JCMElway]

Especially that Prisco. Williams falling to 15 or 12? Erasmus going 6th? Swancutt over Pollack? Heav, Wabbit, SoCal, they might be openings for writer and spotsline.com after the draft.....

[Billy Clyde Puckett]

Brown will be around till the 3rd or 4th round, Besides, it is the other Georgia WR, Gibson, who would be a fit to replace Rod.

[Sarcastro]

Prisco's draft is pretty bad. Williams falling all the way to 15? Troy Williamson and Roddy White taken before him? DJ falls all the way to 14?

[TexanBob]

CBS Sportsline....great info, horrible columnists. Peter Pricso (yes, I mispelled that intentionally) is an idiot if he thinks the Texans will pass on Derrick Johnson and Mike Williams for Alex Barron. Dennis Dudd isn't much better.

[DrFate]

How Prisco keeps a job is beyond me.

[sirhcyennek81]

so i suppose that lelie and watts are busts? i hate cbs. and anything affiliated with cbs.

[Hulamau]

Sporting News 1st round draft

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1 (1) 49ers Alex Smith* QB Utah
Niners officials have arrived at two conclusions: 1) They won't be able to trade down and 2) The team cannot win in the short term. So, the team should take the QB with the most upside and develop him slowly. Smith could sit behind Tim Rattay in 2005, learn and avoid taking a beating behind a rebuilding offensive line. Smith has a strong arm, outstanding athleticism and winning intangibles.
Team needs: QB | WR | DE | CB | S | RB | G | DT | OLB | C | OT | TE | FB | K

2 (2) Dolphins Ronnie Brown RB Auburn
Nick Saban is a defensive-minded coach, but he has final say on all Dolphins personnel matters. He needs a workhorse back to make his conservative, ball-control offense work. Brown, with his great combination of power and speed, is tough to tackle and also excels as a receiver.
Team needs: RB | QB | OT | DT | WR | OLB | DE | S | CB | C | ILB

3 (3) Browns Derrick Johnson OLB Texas
Romeo Crennel wants to build the New England way -- defense first. Johnson is the consensus best defensive prospect in this draft. Outside linebacker also is key to the success of Crennel's 3-4. Johnson, a great athlete, also shows terrific natural football instincts.
Team needs: OLB | ILB | DE | DT | OT | S | QB | CB | G | WR | RB | P

4 (4) Bears Cedric Benson RB Texas
The Bears, in a stunner, may opt to go with a running back, and their preference is Benson. They believe they can get their wide receiver at the top of Round 2. Benson would be the prototypical Chicago back, especially in cold weather. He has nice bulk (222 pounds), runs hard between the tackles, and has both the vision and the speed to get outside.
Team needs: WR | RB | QB | OLB | K | CB | OT | TE | G | C | S | ILB

5 (5) Buccaneers Carnell Williams RB Auburn
Coach Jon Gruden says he never can have enough offensive cogs. The public favorite is Tampa native Mike Williams, but the Bucs are in more need of a workhorse back. This Williams has the body to take the pounding and the speed to be a home-run threat.
Team needs: WR | RB | K | G | OT | S | ILB | FB | TE | QB | OLB

6 (6) Titans Aaron Rodgers* QB Cal.
Despite what Titans officials say, the team is rebuilding. Although Jeff Fisher is a defensive-minded coach, GM Floyd Reese will make this call. Rodgers would sit behind Steve McNair, learn without undue pressure and keep from taking a beating behind a shoddy offensive line.
Team needs: WR | CB | OT | RB | FB | ILB | OLB | QB | DE | DT | S | K

7 (7) Vikings Braylon Edwards WR Michigan
(from Oakland) The Vikings rebuilt their defense through the free-agent market and trades and would look to replace some of Randy Moss' production here. Edwards, a playmaker with a solid frame and great hands, has All-Pro potential. He immediately would become Daunte Culpepper's go-to receiver.
Team needs: WR | K | G | DE | OLB | OT | ILB | S | P | CB

8 (8) Cardinals Adam Jones* CB W.Va.
The Cardinals might be reeling here as they plan to take one of the top three backs. Their next greatest need is cornerback. Jones lacks great size (5-9 5/8) but is a big-time playmaker with a confident, winning attitude. He tends to gamble, but his risky decisions usually pay off. Jones would need to show more discipline to function in the aggressive defense of Clancy Pendergast.
Team needs: CB | RB | TE | OT | G | DE | DT | OLB | QB

9 (9) Redskins Antrel Rolle CB Miami (FL)
After trading Champ Bailey last year and losing free agent Fred Smoot this year, the Redskins now have a glaring need at cornerback. Rolle (6-0 5/8, 197, 4.49) has good size and decent speed but his impressive intelligence and instincts would be a perfect fit as an assignment corner in Gregg Williams' disciplined defense.
Team needs: DE | CB | WR | OT | G | DT | ILB | K | QB

10 (10) Lions Alex Barron T Florida St.
The Lions need to fill the void left by the free-agent departure of Stockar McDougle. Barron, huge (6-7 1/2, 320) with outstanding athleticism, excels in pass protection. He must adjust if called upon to play right tackle because he isn't a great run blocker. He still should start as a rookie.
Team needs: OT | OLB | DE | DT | CB | S | WR | TE | G

11 (11) Cowboys Shawne Merriman* DE Maryland
Bill Parcells is a 3-4 defensive coach at heart and is looking to acquire the personnel to make the transition. His goal is to select two key defenders in the first round in order to commit to the 3-4. Merriman would be a great start. A terrific athlete, he played both end and 3-4 outside linebacker in college.
Team needs: DE | OLB | S | WR | RB | OT | TE | CB | DT | ILB

12 (12) Chargers Mike Williams* WR USC
(from NY Giants) The Chargers need a young playmaking receiver to continue to balance their offense. Williams is big (6-4 5/8, 229), physical and fast enough to create mismatches all over the field. The team would be thrilled if Williams remains available here.
Team needs: DE | DT | S | WR | OT | ILB | OLB | CB

13 (13) Texans Marcus Spears DE LSU
The Texans must upgrade their aging, injury-prone defensive line that is key to their success in the 3-4. Spears, a run-stuffing wide body (6-4, 304), has the athleticism to play two-gap end. He also has enough upfield push to squeeze the pocket and provide pass-rush support for 2004 first-rounder Jason Babin.
Team needs: OLB | OT | WR | ILB | DE | DT | CB | RB | C | S | TE

14 (14) Panthers Troy Williamson* WR S. Carolina
With the loss of Muhsin Muhammed, the Panthers need a playmaking receiver. Williamson has good size (6-1 3/8, 203) and blazing speed (4.32 40-yard dash at the Combine). Paired with Steve Smith, the Panthers will have two vertical threats to take pressure off their power rushing attack.
Team needs: OT | WR | C | OLB | RB | P | DT | G | TE | ILB

15 (15) Chiefs Erasmus James DE Wis.
The Chiefs' line is the weakest of several weak links on defense. The acquisition of former Titan Carlos Hall for a fifth-round pick adds a wave rusher for the nickel package. James is an every-down, two-way end who plays with great intensity and terrific leverage.
Team needs: CB | OLB | DE | WR | ILB | P | DT | FB | S | OT

16 (16) Saints Carlos Rogers CB Auburn
Rogers, whose stock is rising, would give the Saints an immediate upgrade. In addition to his great speed (4.44) and quickness, he is physical and fearless and provides good run support. He needs to improve his ball skills, however.
Team needs: OLB | OT | ILB | DT | CB | C | G | S | QB

17 (17) Bengals Travis Johnson DT Florida St.
The Bengals had trouble stopping the run last season. Johnson, a big (6-3 7/8, 296), physical presence, is a strong run defender who also could get some upfield pass-rush push in their attacking one-gap scheme.
Team needs: C | DT | ILB | S | OLB | DE | WR | CB | TE | G | OT | FB

18 (18) Vikings David Pollack DE Georgia
Ted Cottrell's defense already has enjoyed an infusion of talent, and it continues here. Cottrell prefers the 3-4 and Pollack could be the missing piece to make the conversion from a 4-3. Pollack (6-2 3/8, 270) is very athletic and versatile with great speed, quickness, instincts and hustle. Best suited as a pass rusher, he also can stuff the run and play the open field. Pollack can either line up as a pass-rushing end or a 3-4 outside linebacker.
Team needs: WR | K | G | DE | OLB | OT | ILB | S | P | CB

19 (19) Rams Jammal Brown T Oklahoma
The Rams must do a better job of protecting Marc Bulger. Brown would be an immediate upgrade at right tackle with his long, strong arms, working best in pass protection. He has the tools for run blocking but must get stronger and bulkier to excel there.
Team needs: S | OT | RB | DE | P | CB | TE | G | OLB | DT

20 (20) Cowboys Darryl Blackstock* OLB Va.
(from Buffalo) The addition of Blackstock would secure Parcells' conversion to the 3-4. Blackstock has good size (6-2 1/2, 238) and is an outstanding athlete (4.60 40, 39-inch vertical jump). At Virginia, he played outside linebacker in a 3-4 under Al Groh, a Parcells protégé -- which only shortens the learning curve. While there are some character issues, Parcells would get Blackstock to toe the line.
Team needs: DE | OLB | S | WR | RB | OT | TE | CB | DT | ILB

21 (21) Jaguars Justin Miller* CB Clemson
The Jaguars have upgraded their defensive line with free agents and now must upgrade at cornerback to compete in the pass-happy AFC South. Miller possesses great change-of-direction and ball skills and is both tough and physical. He also is a productive kick returner.
Team needs: CB | OT | RB | OLB | ILB | S | WR | G | C

22 (22) Ravens Mark Clayton WR Oklahoma
The Ravens named Jim Fassel offensive coordinator and brought in Rick Neuheisel to mentor QB Kyle Boller with a commitment to opening up the passing game. The team would be thrilled if Clayton still were on the board here. Clayton, drawing comparisons to Marvin Harrison, is a playmaker who can score from anywhere on the field. He is a bit undersized (5-10 3/8, 193) but shows elite speed, hands and agility.
Team needs: ILB | OT | OLB | DT | CB | S | WR | C | DE | G | TE | RB

23 (23) Seahawks Fabian Washington* CB Nebraska
Playing in the NFC West, with the Rams' passing attack and the Cardinals' talented young receiving corps, the Seahawks need to add more high-quality corners. Washington, who had an Olympian Combine workout (4.29 40, 3.91 short shuttle, 41 1/2-inch vertical leap), compensates for his undersized frame (5-10 1/2, 188) with his athleticism and strong coverage skills. He would contribute in the nickel package at first but should develop into a solid starter.
Team needs: OLB | ILB | DE | CB | C | WR | RB | DT | QB | G

24 (24) Packers Demarcus Ware DE Troy State
Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila is the Packers' only viable pass rusher. Ware played outside linebacker in college but would move to end as a pro. He shows both the speed and burst to be a dynamic pass rusher and has both the athleticism and instincts to play the run.
Team needs: S | DE | ILB | OLB | G | QB | DT | CB | TE | RB

25 (25) Broncos Brodney Pool* S Oklahoma
With the free-agent loss of Kenoy Kennedy, the Broncos need an athletic safety to line up next to hard-hitting John Lynch. Pool, an outstanding athlete, is strong in run support and solid in coverage. He is the kind of physical safety that defensive coaches covet.
Team needs: CB | WR | DT | G | DE | P | S | OT | FB | QB

26 (26) Jets Heath Miller* TE Va.
Miller may be the biggest mystery in this year's draft. If healthy he may warrant a top-10 pick. A serious abdominal injury has kept him from working out for any teams and he may not be healthy by draft day. The Jets, who need a top tight end, have a history with this type of selection. Last year's first-rounder, linebacker Jonathan Vilma, was failed on most teams' physicals because of concern over a knee injury. The Jets' doctors cleared Vilma and he became an all-rookie performer.
Team needs: TE | CB | DT | P | OT | K | G | C | S | WR | FB

27 (27) Falcons Shaun Cody DT USC
Cody, a versatile defender, can play anywhere on the line. He eventually will settle in at tackle as a pro but has both the quickness and intensity to fit the Falcons' attacking persona.
Team needs: DE | DT | S | OT | CB | OLB | WR

28 (28) Chargers Matt Roth DE Iowa
Roth plays with nonstop hustle and sometimes gets a little out of control. He would need to adapt to the Chargers' two-gap scheme and must improve his pass-rush discipline but shows tremendous pro potential.
Team needs: DE | DT | S | WR | OT | ILB | OLB | CB

29 (29) Colts Corey Webster CB LSU
The Colts need defensive help, especially athletic corners. Opponents often are caught in catch-up mode against the Colts' high-flying offense, forcing the team into its nickel and dime packages two thirds of the time. Webster, with good size (6-0 1/8, 199) and long arms, plays physical at the line and is willing in run support. He uses his frame and ball skills to his advantage downfield, making up for a slight speed deficiency.
Team needs: CB | ILB | DT | DE | OLB | RB | S | OT | C | G | TE

30 (30) Steelers Matt Jones WR Arkansas
The Steelers already have three former college QBs in their huddle. With the success of Hines Ward and Antwaan Randle El, they won't be afraid to select the former Arkansas QB and make him their next conversion project. Jones will step into the role vacated by Plaxico Burress, especially on red zone fade routes.
Team needs: OT | TE | DE | G | CB | WR | ILB | OLB

31 (31) Eagles Barrett Ruud OLB Nebraska
Linebacker is the only weak link on an elite Eagles defense. Jim Johnson likes to blitz from everywhere and needs smart, playmaking linebackers to be most effective. Ruud, a versatile defender, isn't the most gifted athlete, but he plays smart and has great character, both important traits to the team.
Team needs: WR | DE | TE | RB | S | DT | OLB | OT | G | C | FB

32 (32) Patriots Channing Crowder* OLB Florida
The Patriots' defense is driven by aging linebackers, but Tedy Bruschi's health complications may cause him to miss the season, and Ted Johnson and Willie McGinest are 32 and 33, respectively. The Patriots would need to accept some character concerns regarding Crowder, who without those issues, wouldn't stay on the board this long. Aggressive with nonstop hustle, he can play undisciplined, but he still is young, having played only two years at Florida.

[jebures]

Originally Posted by Big Guy

Brown will be around till the 3rd or 4th round, Besides, it is the other Georgia WR, Gibson, who would be a fit to replace Rod.

There is no way in hell Brown lasts until the 4th round, he will be gone by the no later than the second round...write that down

[dbroncos31]

Originally Posted by sirhcyennek81

so i suppose that lelie and watts are busts? i hate cbs. and anything affiliated with cbs.

the only thing good about CBS is that it is where i can see Bronco games in NY. oh yeah...that and CSI

[Maximus]

I think all the mocks are wrong. SF will take Ronnie Brown or Cadillac Williams. In the second they will take Kyle Orton!

[Jason in LA]

These guys can get away with BS mock drafts because nobody pays attention to them after the draft. Nobody is close to being right about these picks. Can anybody say they got the Broncos first round pick right under Shanny? Probably not.

I'd like to look back at these so called experts mock drafts after the real draft. See how far off they really were.

[Tombstone RJ]

If the Broncos take a safety in the first, I hope its Thomas Davis.

[Mr. Trout]

Originally Posted by Maximus

I think all the mocks are wrong. SF will take Ronnie Brown or Cadillac Williams. In the second they will take Kyle Orton!

Orton is a guy we haven't talked too much about on here. I think he is going to be a solid starter eventually.

[Mr. Trout]

Originally Posted by Maximus

I think all the mocks are wrong. SF will take Ronnie Brown or Cadillac Williams. In the second they will take Kyle Orton!

What are they going to do with Barlow then...trade, cut, keep and start, or keep and bench. they have a lot of money invested in him.