2010 NFL Mock Draft

1. St Louis Rams- Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma


I have not been able to find any other opinions other then that the Rams will take the Oklahoma QB with their first overall selection. Bradford would have likely been the #1 pick in last year’s draft if he would have come out but decided to return for his Jr. year and as a result injured his shoulder. Bradford has superstar potential but has questions if his shoulder can hold up when NFL lineman start knocking him around. St Louis has shown no ability to protect Bulger or anyone else who lined up under center so it will be interesting to see how Bradford’s body holds up behind the questionable Rams line.

2. Detroit - Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma St.

As tempting as it may be to go with the best player in the draft, Ndamukong Suh, Detroit needs to protect their investment in Stafford. Stafford took a beating last year and their current LT, Jeff Backus, is not the answer. Okung is widely considered the best OT in the draft and immediately improves the Lions line. Plug him in as am starter for the next 10+ years.

3. Tampa Bay- Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska

What a dream scenario for Tampa as Suh drops right into their laps. This guy is an absolute beast who wreaks havoc on an offense. Watch the Big 12 championship game against Texas or ask Colt McCoy how good Suh is.

4. Washington – Bryan Bulaga, OT, Iowa

Washington desperately needs to improve their OL if they are to make any run at winning the east next year. They have made a number of great moves, which constitutes an unusual offseason in D.C. as we are all used to big free agent splashes and poor management decisions. For any running game to be successful or McNabb to have any time to throw, this pick must be LT.

5. Kansas City – Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma

We are seeing a run on the Tackles early in the draft and this could cause a number of desperate draft day trades for organizations later in the first round that have a big need at this position. Current LT Branden Albert is thought by numerous sources to be better suited for his college position at Guard. Many believe he could excel and become an All-Pro there. Trent Williams is believed to be better suited at RT, which could happen as well, although this slot seems far too high to draft a guy you intent to play RT.

6. Seattle – Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma

This would be a drop for McCoy as some have him higher then Suh on their boards as a result his value is too good for Seattle to pass up. McCoy holds the same ability as Suh to dominate the inside of a line. Pete Carroll would be ecstatic if the DT fell to the Seahawks here.

7. Cleveland – Eric Berry, DB, Tennessee

The value on Berry is too good to pass up. Some think the Browns will draft a QB here but Holmgren has an excellent eye for this position and will likely address QB in later rounds. C.J. Spiller is tempting to take here knowing Holmgren will want to improve the dreadful offence in Cleveland but Berry is a playmaking safety that is drawing up numerous comparisons to Ed Reed. Don’t be surprised if Cleveland trades down to acquire more picks.

8. Oakland – Dan Williams, DT, Tennessee

Who else can’t wait to see what shocker Al Davis pulls on draft day once again? Davis is as unpredictable as it gets and this pick is more of a guess if anything. Lots of mocks have the Raiders taking LT Bruce Campbell, the physical specimen from Maryland, but just because everyone is thinking Davis will take him I’m willing to bet he won’t. That’s just how Al rolls.

Although some may think Dan Williams is a bit of a reach here Campbell is a much bigger reach. Williams fills a big need for Oakland and if they can fill this one spot this Defense could win some games on their own, which they will have to do.

9. Buffalo – Jimmy Clausen, QB, Notre Dame

I give Chan Gailey 3 years before he is given his walking papers. This pick makes sense for Buffalo as Clausen is NFL ready. He comes out of a pro style offence and his mechanics need the least amount of work compared to the rest of the QB class. That being said this also works against him as he may not get much better. Clausen better be fast as he needs to get used to running away from Defenses. The Bills O-line is horrendous and Clausen is going to take a beating.

10. Jacksonville – Derrick Morgan, DE, Georgia Tech

Another DE drafted by the Jags. Their previous picks at this position haven’t proved anything at all. It’s sad that Jacksonville will have to spend another high pick at this position but their pass rush was awful last year. 14 sacks in 16 games is pathetic. Aaron Kampman was signed to improve this area but that’s putting a lot of eggs in one basket with Kampman coming off his injury and with his age on the wrong side of 30.

11. Denver(Chi) – Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma St.

It’s amazing to think only 2 years ago the Broncos had the #2 ranked passing attack and now when looking at their ‘potential’ you can’t help but notice there is none. After trading away Brandon Marshall WR becomes a big need. Dez Bryant has character concerns but one has to wonder how much of it is blown out of proportion by the media. There is no denying this guys skill. He is a top 5 pick based on talent.

12. Miami – Earl Thomas, S, Texas

Although the Fins have a massive need at DT there is no one who can fill that gap here. Earl Thomas is a ball-hawk at safety and some consider him the best safety of this class. Thomas is a great compliment with the 2 young CB’s in Smith and Davis.

13. San Francisco – Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers

RT is glaring hole for the 49ers. With the weapons they now have on offense they must protect Alex Smith to find out if he is the answer. Davis is an excellent run blocker which should make Frank Gore happy.

14. Seattle(Den) – CJ Spiller, RB, Clemson

Spiller is a homerun threat and a steal if he falls here. Spiller almost single handedly won the Tigers an ACC championship against Georgia Tech with a phenomenal game. An outstanding return man, expect him to immediately improve a team’s special teams even if he doesn’t become the #1 back right away. Many don’t believe Spiller is an every down back. Less than 200lbs there are questions if he can handle being the bellcow for a team.

15. NY Giants – Rolando McClain, LB, Alabama

McClain at 15 is a drop as many peg him as a top 10 pick. McClain fills an immediate need for the G-men with the release of Antonio Pierce. The Alabama LB was outstanding in Nick Saban’s scheme and helped lead the program to a national championship.

16. Tennessee – Jason Pierre-Paul, DE, South Florida

Pierre-Paul possess all the skills to be a star at the next level, the concern with him is that he only has 7 career starts and is as raw as they come. He has a lot of work to do in order to become successful but this seems like a perfect fit for him as the Titans have an excellent staff to aid his growth.

17. San Francisco(Car) – Joe Haden, CB, Florida

This would be a huge steal for the S.F. as Haden very likely could be gone by this pick. Once thought as a top 10 pick and future shutdown corner, Haden’s slow 40 time at the combine hurt his stock. He was able to run a better time at his pro day but simple things like this can push you down draft boards quickly.

18. Pittsburgh – Mike Iupati, OL, Idaho

Iupati is an absolute mauler at guard. He has drawn up comparisons to Larry Allen with his physically dominating style. With the uncertain status of Big Ben, Pittsburgh should be preparing to run the ball. Iupati enables that immediately and is versatile enough to push out to RT

19. Atlanta – Brandon Graham, DE, Michigan

The senior bowl opened a lot of eyes to Graham’s potential. He dominated the competition and set himself apart from everyone else. It’s impressive that he was successful at Michigan with the complete void of talent around him. He is a high motor guy who never stops. This fits the type of players ATL is looking for and fits a big need as DE John Abraham is getting older.

20. Houston – Kyle Wilson, CB, Boise St.

As tempting as it is for the Texans to grab a RB here there is still good value in later rounds. The Texans have some stars in their front seven but are in desperate need of someone in the secondary. This area needs to be addressed if they hope to make a playoff push in 2010.

21. Cincinnati – Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma

With the defense coming together it’s now the offenses turn to become what it was a few years ago. Jermaine Gresham helps make this possible. He has all the tools to become a dominate TE for years to come. Gresham would have likely been a top 15 pick in last year’s draft but injury caused him to sit out the year.

22. New England – Sergio Kindle, LB, Texas

The Texas star looked outstanding in the national championship game and if anyone can get him to his potential one must believe Belichick is that guy. The Pats have been undergoing a youth movement on Defense and gone are the names from superbowl winning lore. A glaring hole on this Defense last year was lack of pass rush from the OLB, which is instrumental in a successful 3-4 scheme.

23. Green Bay – Charles Brown, OT, USC

Was the wild card game against the Cardinals just a bad game for the secondary or were they exposed? Outside of that game the defense was tremendous for the Pack. Although the secondary may be a need, OL is a bigger need. The O-line was horrible for the first part of the year and improving the tackle position for the future is a must. Brown is a 4-year starter at USC and ready to slide into the lineup.

24. Philadelphia – Taylor Mays, S, USC

The physical freak that is Taylor Mays finally comes off the board. There was talk of Mays being a top 5 pick in last year’s draft so it’s amazing to see him drop this far. Mays has all the physical tools but was exposed over this last year with his poor coverage skills. Philly is a great place for Mays to go as he will be used to the best of his ability and receive good coaching. Fans, however, will be expecting a Dawkins clone and if he is burnt a few times in the passing game expect good ol’ Philly fans to start acting like, well, Philly fans.

25. Baltimore – Devin McCourty, CB, Rutgers

The Ravens D isn’t what it used to be and with the offense on the verge of breaking out it could be that unit that begins to carry this franchise. The secondary is in need of improvement so the Ravens go with McCourty.

26. Arizona – Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida

After watching the Cardinals defense give up 90 points in 2 playoff games it is painfully obvious this team needs help on that side of the ball. To pour salt on an already gaping wound Arizona lost key defensive players via free agency. The addition of Kerry Rhodes and Jerry Porter help, but they were let go from their respective franchises for a reason. Dunlap fills a big need and will play OLB.

Dunlap has all the tools and was dominant at times for a Florida defense loaded with talent but a DUI and questions concerning his work ethic have caused his stock to drop.



27. Dallas – Nate Allen, S, South Florida

Two things are apparent from watching the Cowboys playoff game against Minnesota, the first is that the O-line needs to improve as the Vikings absolutely dismantled their front, and that the secondary needs improvement, specifically the safety position. Although LT is their biggest need and could quite possibly take one here, it seems a better option to move up in the second to address this.

The Cowboys defense is quite possibly a Safety away from being the best unit in the league. Allen brings the skill-set to help make that happen.

28. San Diego – Terrence Cody, DT, Alabama

RB and NT are two positions that need to be addressed in the draft. The Chargers could very well take RB Ryan Matthews from Fresno State here but with their high second round pick, a gift from Seattle for unknown QB Charlie Whitehurst, they can address the RB situation there.

Cody is a mammoth DT. Listed currently at 354lbs he is the perfect replacement for Jammal Williams. During senior bowl week Cody came in over 370lbs so his weight will be a concern and something he will have to watch throughout his career. But if this is something he can control this will be a great pickup for the Chargers in grabbing the unmovable Alabama product.

29. NY Jets – Jared Odrick, DL, Penn St.

With DE in need of improvement for Rex Ryan’s squad Odrick has the versatility to play multiple interior line positions, which is an asset with Ryan’s multiple look fronts. OLB is also a possibility here as former first round pick Vernon Goldson has been a bust thus far.

30. Minnesota – Patrick Robinson, CB, Florida St.

The Vikings need help in their secondary with Griffin tearing his ACL in the NFC championship game and will likely not be ready by the time season starts. Winfield is getting older as well so an injection of youth in the secondary becomes a top priority for Minnesota.

31. Indianapolis – Brian Price, DT, UCLA

The Price is right at this spot. The UCLA product is great value and fits in perfectly with the Colts scheme. Imagine if Indy had a dominating DT to go along with their talented DE’s?

32. New Orleans – Maurkice Pouncey, OL, Florida

The Value is too good to pass up on here. Although DE and OLB are needs for the Saints Pouncey is the top center in the draft and is versatile enough to play guard as well. With Jonathan Goodwin getting older drafting a replacement for him makes sense.