If the Broncos stay at #12: Which of these projected picks would prefer they select? - The Orange Mane

montrose · 03-11-2008, 05:22 PM

If the Broncos can't move down from #12, who would you like them to take? I formulated this list of players from a variety of mock drafts, using the players predicted to be selected by Denver, and players in obvious positions of need projected to possibly be available. Obviously a big name can always slip, but I was interested to know of the likely candidates, who the board prefers:

OT Jeff Otah, Pittsburgh
OT Chris Williams, Vanderbilt
WR Malcolm Kelly, Oklahoma
WR DeSean Jackson, Cal
WR Limas Sweed, Texas
WR Devin Thomas, Michigan State
DT Kentwan Balmer, UNC
MLB Dan Connor, Penn State
OLB Keith Rivers, USC
S Kenny Phillips, Miami

NFLBRONCO · 03-11-2008, 05:30 PM

OT Jeff Otah, Pittsburgh Yeah I understand why we'd draft him
OT Chris Williams, Vanderbilt Yeah Not sure which guy Denver prefers
WR Malcolm Kelly, Oklahoma No
WR Devin Thomas, Michigan State No Like him alot though
WR DeSean Jackson, Cal No Need him not at 12
WR Limas Sweed, Texas No
DT Kentwan Nalmer, UNC No
OLB Keith Rivers, USC No
MLB Dan Connor, Penn State No
S Kenny Phillips, Miami No

Illinois RB is the guy we should consider if we avoid OT at 12.

Paladin · 03-11-2008, 06:59 PM

You talking Mendenhall? If the big names are gone, Mendenhall becomes possible. Trading is dependeant upon other teams, so I just don't think anyone can plan on any trades.....

Liquid Courage · 03-11-2008, 07:14 PM

I suppose at this point I feel like we have 2 LTs and no RT (assuming Pears is much better equipped at LT than RT - given performance over the last 2 years); and I see Otah as projecting to RT better than Williams (right or wrong, feel free to comment) and paying more immediate dividends given his strength.

That being said, if these were the candidates, I'd be praying to trade down.

LonghornBronco · 03-11-2008, 07:30 PM

I also picked Otah, as he translates to RT best. However, I think Rivers is the wild card, he's a player that would be the "Best Athelete Available" and would not be surprised if his number was called at 12.

iforgotmypassword · 03-11-2008, 07:35 PM

clady out of our leuge now? I wanna see Godsar Cherilus in the secound to play RT....

IF we didnt move down, i'd might think about a stud stud corner

chaz · 03-11-2008, 09:22 PM

I said Limas Sweed...and before anyone jumps on me, I'd like to say trading down is my first choice. But if that doesn't happen, i'd pick between stewart, mendenhall, or sweed(Desean will obviously be in the conversation because of his return abilities but ultimately returners can be had later...). I think Limas is going to be an elite WR in the NFL, and I think the two RBs are both going to be studs as well. So bringing in a playmaker for the offense is never a bad thing...

I don't like otah at 12, he's too much of an unproven talent right now and the comparisons to george foster are scary.

So I think go offense at 12, and then a top RT like Cherilus in the second round would be a great first day. Fingers crossed for trading down and getting into the third round though!!

NFLBRONCO · 03-12-2008, 01:26 AM

We are all assuming Denver likes Williams or Otah they MIGHT not. I'd think they woul d like Long and Clady but, I think they will be gone.

bpc · 03-12-2008, 03:07 AM

Just saw Desean at his pro day, he weighed in at 167.

illbroncsfn · 03-12-2008, 07:20 AM

I have had the opportunity to watch Rashard Mendenhall quite a bit and the man has tremendous feet- the anti Tatum Bell. His running style is a bit of a compilation of Terrell Davis and Clinton Portis. I am not an Illini homer (J. Leman - MLB will make a terrible Pro- WAY too slow), I feel that Mendenhall has the vision to be in our system and could be a perennial all pro if healthy....

Northman · 03-12-2008, 07:33 AM

I went with Williams. All this talk about taking a RB in the first round is just silly. We have a full stable of RB's and it would be a huge mistake using the #12 on a back when the draft is full of quality backs to begin with. WR could be a option but i would much rather improve the line before adding another WR at that pick.

Triplelefthook · 03-12-2008, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Liquid Courage

I suppose at this point I feel like we have 2 LTs and no RT (assuming Pears is much better equipped at LT than RT - given performance over the last 2 years); and I see Otah as projecting to RT better than Williams (right or wrong, feel free to comment) and paying more immediate dividends given his strength.

That being said, if these were the candidates, I'd be praying to trade down.

i agree with this post and voted as such. it would be great to be able to trade down if Long, Ellis, Clady and Dorsey are gone... but it seems to me we have a draft pick (Harris) and a serviceable 1-2 year guy (Pears) who can battle it out at LT, but no one to fill the hole at RT. We can't go with Pears again at RT.

Maybe we go CHerilius in round 2 as someone else mentioned.... or maybe we draft a stud LT anyway to pave the way for the future.

cmhargrove · 03-12-2008, 10:04 AM

I have thought about the O-line situation a lot. I think we all want a blue chip prospect that will protect Cutler for a long time. Someone who has all the tools - strength, size, great feet, etc.. We also don't to pick a George Foster.

I have said before that I think our LT is already on the team (between Harris, Pears, and apparently Kuper).

I think RT is where we could work in a rookie by mid season. We need someone with a mean streak and high upside. I think that best player is Branden Albert. I like players that already have the size (6'7" 315), already have the motivation, and just need coaching to be elite. It would be a coup to trade down for him, but I still think he would be a good value and an easy contract negotiation at #12.
The following video has some breakdown by Mayock of Albert:

http://www.nfl.com/videos?videoId=09000d5d806b5815

chaz · 03-12-2008, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmhargrove

I have thought about the O-line situation a lot. I think we all want a blue chip prospect that will protect Cutler for a long time. Someone who has all the tools - strength, size, great feet, etc.. We also don't to pick a George Foster.

I have said before that I think our LT is already on the team (between Harris, Pears, and apparently Kuper).

I think RT is where we could work in a rookie by mid season. We need someone with a mean streak and high upside. I think that best player is Branden Albert. I like players that already have the size (6'7" 315), already have the motivation, and just need coaching to be elite. It would be a coup to trade down for him, but I still think he would be a good value and an easy contract negotiation at #12.
The following video has some breakdown by Mayock of Albert:

http://www.nfl.com/videos?videoId=09000d5d806b5815

I REALLY like Albert, but I feel he has more value at either guard (which we may need with hamilton in question and kuper possibly shifting outside) or LT. His strength is pass blocking, so I don't think he is a natural fit at RT...but I could be wrong, I'm no o-line expert.

cmhargrove · 03-12-2008, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chaz

I REALLY like Albert, but I feel he has more value at either guard (which we may need with hamilton in question and kuper possibly shifting outside) or LT. His strength is pass blocking, so I don't think he is a natural fit at RT...but I could be wrong, I'm no o-line expert.

I like his size, feet, effort, strength, balance, and desire. I think he could play 3 spots on our line if given time to develop. The kid has all the tools, he just hasn't gotten all the press the "Tackles" have gotten.

I say RT because I think it is the better place for him to start, but I guess on either side, we could keep Graham in there to make sure he doesn't get Cutler hurt while learning his new position.

Kaylore · 03-12-2008, 01:03 PM

I put other. I don't think a single person up there is worth the 12th pick overall. I also doubt that every single guy listed as "gone" for sure won't be there at 12.

Requiem · 03-12-2008, 01:07 PM

Trade down.

chaz · 03-12-2008, 08:34 PM

haha req i think you missed the title of the thread...we all want to trade down, but this was "if the broncos stay at 12"

View Poll Results: If the Broncos stay at #12, who do you want them to pick?
OT Jeff Otah	12	15.79%
OT Chris Williams	36	47.37%
WR Malcolm Kelly	1	1.32%
WR DeSean Jackson	6	7.89%
WR Limas Sweed	1	1.32%
WR Devin Thomas	1	1.32%
DT Kentwan Balmer	4	5.26%
MLB Dan Connor	1	1.32%
OLB Keith Rivers	4	5.26%
S Kenny Phillips	1	1.32%
Other: Excluding the top names expected to be gone (Long, McFadden, Dorsey, Ellis, Clady, etc.)	9	11.84%
Voters: 76. You may not vote on this poll

03-11-2008, 05:30 PM	#2
NFLBRONCO Ring of Famer Go Nuggets Go Lakers Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Lafayette Colorado Posts: 7,391	OT Jeff Otah, Pittsburgh Yeah I understand why we'd draft him OT Chris Williams, Vanderbilt Yeah Not sure which guy Denver prefers WR Malcolm Kelly, Oklahoma No WR Devin Thomas, Michigan State No Like him alot though WR DeSean Jackson, Cal No Need him not at 12 WR Limas Sweed, Texas No DT Kentwan Nalmer, UNC No OLB Keith Rivers, USC No MLB Dan Connor, Penn State No S Kenny Phillips, Miami No Illinois RB is the guy we should consider if we avoid OT at 12. Last edited by NFLBRONCO; 03-11-2008 at 05:36 PM..

03-11-2008, 09:22 PM	#7
chaz highly touted recruit Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,455 Adopt-a-Bronco: Mr. Bruton	I said Limas Sweed...and before anyone jumps on me, I'd like to say trading down is my first choice. But if that doesn't happen, i'd pick between stewart, mendenhall, or sweed(Desean will obviously be in the conversation because of his return abilities but ultimately returners can be had later...). I think Limas is going to be an elite WR in the NFL, and I think the two RBs are both going to be studs as well. So bringing in a playmaker for the offense is never a bad thing... I don't like otah at 12, he's too much of an unproven talent right now and the comparisons to george foster are scary. So I think go offense at 12, and then a top RT like Cherilus in the second round would be a great first day. Fingers crossed for trading down and getting into the third round though!! Last edited by chaz; 03-11-2008 at 09:25 PM..

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03-11-2008, 05:22 PM	#1
montrose Ring of Famer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 6,095 Adopt-a-Bronco: VP John Elway	If the Broncos stay at #12: Which of these projected picks would prefer they select? If the Broncos can't move down from #12, who would you like them to take? I formulated this list of players from a variety of mock drafts, using the players predicted to be selected by Denver, and players in obvious positions of need projected to possibly be available. Obviously a big name can always slip, but I was interested to know of the likely candidates, who the board prefers: OT Jeff Otah, Pittsburgh OT Chris Williams, Vanderbilt WR Malcolm Kelly, Oklahoma WR DeSean Jackson, Cal WR Limas Sweed, Texas WR Devin Thomas, Michigan State DT Kentwan Balmer, UNC MLB Dan Connor, Penn State OLB Keith Rivers, USC S Kenny Phillips, Miami Last edited by montrose; 03-11-2008 at 05:29 PM..

03-11-2008, 06:59 PM	#3
Paladin Ring of Famer Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 9,150	You talking Mendenhall? If the big names are gone, Mendenhall becomes possible. Trading is dependeant upon other teams, so I just don't think anyone can plan on any trades.....

03-11-2008, 07:14 PM	#4
Liquid Courage The 4th Amigo Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Portland, OR (deported from God's Country) Posts: 383	I suppose at this point I feel like we have 2 LTs and no RT (assuming Pears is much better equipped at LT than RT - given performance over the last 2 years); and I see Otah as projecting to RT better than Williams (right or wrong, feel free to comment) and paying more immediate dividends given his strength. That being said, if these were the candidates, I'd be praying to trade down.

03-11-2008, 07:30 PM	#5
LonghornBronco Ring of Famer Hook'em Horns Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Austin Posts: 1,356 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rahim Moore	I also picked Otah, as he translates to RT best. However, I think Rivers is the wild card, he's a player that would be the "Best Athelete Available" and would not be surprised if his number was called at 12.

03-11-2008, 07:35 PM	#6
iforgotmypassword Pro Bowler Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 632	clady out of our leuge now? I wanna see Godsar Cherilus in the secound to play RT.... IF we didnt move down, i'd might think about a stud stud corner

03-12-2008, 01:26 AM	#8
NFLBRONCO Ring of Famer Go Nuggets Go Lakers Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Lafayette Colorado Posts: 7,391	We are all assuming Denver likes Williams or Otah they MIGHT not. I'd think they woul d like Long and Clady but, I think they will be gone.

03-12-2008, 03:07 AM	#9
bpc "Nemo Me Impune Lacessit" 1 sword keeps another in the sheath Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Northern California Posts: 12,570 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	Just saw Desean at his pro day, he weighed in at 167.

03-12-2008, 07:20 AM	#10
illbroncsfn Ring of Famer adopt a bronco- Barrel Man's Barrel Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Land o' Lincoln Posts: 3,993	I have had the opportunity to watch Rashard Mendenhall quite a bit and the man has tremendous feet- the anti Tatum Bell. His running style is a bit of a compilation of Terrell Davis and Clinton Portis. I am not an Illini homer (J. Leman - MLB will make a terrible Pro- WAY too slow), I feel that Mendenhall has the vision to be in our system and could be a perennial all pro if healthy....

03-12-2008, 07:33 AM	#11
Northman The Enigma Prognosis Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,925 Adopt-a-Bronco: Bryci	I went with Williams. All this talk about taking a RB in the first round is just silly. We have a full stable of RB's and it would be a huge mistake using the #12 on a back when the draft is full of quality backs to begin with. WR could be a option but i would much rather improve the line before adding another WR at that pick.

03-12-2008, 10:04 AM	#13
cmhargrove Is this thing on??? Travis Henry's love child... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 6,410 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Hillis	I have thought about the O-line situation a lot. I think we all want a blue chip prospect that will protect Cutler for a long time. Someone who has all the tools - strength, size, great feet, etc.. We also don't to pick a George Foster. I have said before that I think our LT is already on the team (between Harris, Pears, and apparently Kuper). I think RT is where we could work in a rookie by mid season. We need someone with a mean streak and high upside. I think that best player is Branden Albert. I like players that already have the size (6'7" 315), already have the motivation, and just need coaching to be elite. It would be a coup to trade down for him, but I still think he would be a good value and an easy contract negotiation at #12. The following video has some breakdown by Mayock of Albert: http://www.nfl.com/videos?videoId=09000d5d806b5815

03-12-2008, 01:03 PM	#16
Kaylore 6-37, Raider fans. Yummy birds and snow! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ceti Alpha V Posts: 41,061 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Duke	I put other. I don't think a single person up there is worth the 12th pick overall. I also doubt that every single guy listed as "gone" for sure won't be there at 12.

03-12-2008, 01:07 PM	#17
Requiem ~~~ ~ ~ ~ Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Earth Division Posts: 19,572 Adopt-a-Bronco: Gilgamesh	Trade down.

03-12-2008, 08:34 PM	#18
chaz highly touted recruit Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,455 Adopt-a-Bronco: Mr. Bruton	haha req i think you missed the title of the thread...we all want to trade down, but this was "if the broncos stay at 12"