Joint First Round Mock - Page 2

leroyisgod · 03-21-2012, 10:15 AM

nice detailed explanations for each pick is a good idea

D-Unit · 03-21-2012, 02:23 PM

With the 4th pick of the draft, the Cleveland Browns select RB Trent Richardson, Alabama.

The Browns flirt with the idea of taking Ryan Tannehill here, but decide that since he wouldn't be ready in Year 1, that they'd take their chances on addressing QB in next year's draft where Matt Barkley or Tyler Wilson could step in on Day 1 and the talent at QB would be a significant upgrade over Tannehill. With the departure of Peyton Hillis, the Browns must re-establish a running game. Richardson is the type of RB that can help the Browns play smash mouth football in a ground and pound division where they face the Steelers, Ravens, and Bengals twice a year.

CowboysBeastMode · 03-21-2012, 05:01 PM

With the 5th pick in the 2012 NFL draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select CB Morris Claiborne, LSU

The 2011 Bucs did not live up to the promise of 2010. Young and hungry became inexperienced and starving in what became a disastrous season, with season ending on 10 game losing streak which was followed by the firing of head coach Raheem Morris. Within that skid Tampa Bay gave up over 30 points in 7 of those game and over 40 points in 3 of the last 4. Even though the defense was 32 against the run, with premium picks used on the defensive line the last 2 years, and the addition of Vincent Jackson, Blackmon or Coples are unlikely and with Richardson and Kalil off the board and no linebackers with any value Claiborne becomes the pick. With Aqib Talib's life, let alone his standing in the with team in jeopardy, along with the fact this team had a 37 old cornerback as the opening starter with no young player unable to seat makes Claiborne the pick for Tampa Bay in a division with opposing QB's Drew Brees, Matt Ryan, and Cam Newton and receivers, Roddy White, Julio Jones, Steve Smith and the 3 ring circus of weapons that is the New Orleans passing attack.

****This pick is a good spot for a trade, Jacksonville at 7 needs a number one reciever for Gabbert and would allow Laurent Robinson and Mike Thomas to slide in complimentary roles, and with STL with next aiming for him Tampa Bay could trade down two spots and still get the best defensive player in the draft

pocketaces · 03-21-2012, 05:09 PM

With the 6th pick in the NFL draft, the St.Louis Rans select: Justin Blackmon WR Oklahoma State. After trading down from 2, the Rams are still able to get their man. Blackmon is a HUGE need for Sam Bradford and this offense.

At 6-1 215 Blackmon has the size and speed to start from day 1 and will be Sam's number 1 guy for years to come. This is a perfect match and a no brainer at #6.

leroyisgod · 03-21-2012, 07:39 PM

With the seventh pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars select....

Quinton Coples- DE- North Carolina

Aaron Kampman is getting old and even with the FA signing of Jeremy Mincey, the Jaguars need some depth. The Jaguars will seriously try to shop this pick to trade back and address either CB or WR, but if they find no trade partners, they will take Coples. Taking Reif or Martin will be highly considered as well.

Trogdor · 03-21-2012, 07:54 PM

With the 8th pick in the 2012 NFL draft, the Miami Dolphins select...

Ryan Tannehill, QB, Texas A&M

After swinging and missing with each of the marquee free agent QBs (Manning and Flynn) the Dolphins look to tab the most important position on the field with a QB. Matt Moore / Garrard can compete for the job this year before passing the reins to Mr. Tannehill. The coaching connection with the new offensive coordinator Mike Sherman and his recent comparison of Tannehill to Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers make this a high probability pick.

A solid athlete at the position with excellent pocket awareness Tannehill is able to keep his eyes downfield when stepping into the pocket against pressure. Good straight-line speed although he wouldn't be called shifty he can punish a defense for breaking containment. He's a raw prospect though and his inexperience will cause some mistakes. He throws into coverage far too often and he can be confused by scheming. Both of his major flaws will improve with solid QB coaching however.

CowboysBeastMode · 03-21-2012, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by leroyisgod

With the seventh pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars select....

Quinton Coples- DE- North Carolina

Aaron Kampman is getting old and even with the FA signing of Jeremy Mincey, the Jaguars need some depth. The Jaguars will seriously try to shop this pick to trade back and address either CB or WR, but if they find no trade partners, they will take Coples. Taking Reif or Martin will be highly considered as well.

man i really hope they don't take him, he'd look great in a cowboy uniform between ware and ratliff

D-Ware Nightmare · 03-21-2012, 11:38 PM

With the 9th pick the Carolina Panthers select...
Michael Brockers DT LSU: Ron Rivera will get his mammoth ball of clay in Brockers who should be a fixture on their d-line for the next decade. Plenty of dispute between the top available d tackles in Cox, Poe, and Brockers. But ultimately the ceiling on Brockers puts him over the top. Also considered Michael Floyd and Decastro, but ultimately Rivera knows how important the trenches are in the NFL.

D-Ware Nightmare · 03-21-2012, 11:39 PM

PS sorry for the delay, i got stuck at work.

pocketaces · 03-22-2012, 07:39 PM

Whos next? How much time you going to give W4H?

Witten4HOF · 03-22-2012, 08:17 PM

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Whos next? How much time you going to give W4H?

It's Heismanherschel's turn.... Im sending him a private message, if he doesn't respond by tomorrow morning I'll put in a pick

Witten4HOF · 03-23-2012, 09:00 AM

I apologize for the delay, but I wanted to give HH every chance possible to make his own pick. I'll make the #10 selection for him and if he has a good reason for going MIA I'll give him my second pick.

Witten4HOF · 03-23-2012, 09:01 AM

And with the 10th pick in the NFL Draft the Buffalo Bills select…

Dontari Poe NT, Memphis
As you look at the team’s transition to a 4-3 front on defense the most glaring need appears to be weakside linebacker. Kuechly obviously will be in play, but the team feels it is in a good position to grab Lavonte David or Zach Brown in the second round.

The selection of Poe solidifies a revamped line that includes the additions of Mario Williams at LE and Mark Anderson at RE. The Bills feel they can generate the most production out of Poe since he will not come in as the focal point for O-lines to key on. The combination of 2011 draft selection Marcell Dareus and Poe, paired with Mario Williams should immediately sure up a run defense that ranked 28th last year. Veteran Kyle Williams provides depth and insurance for Poe’s learning curve, rounding out a group that has the potential to be the best in the league.

The team will also monitor possible upgrades to the O-line, Riley Reiff and DeCastro will also get consideration. Although ravaged by injury in 2011, the line was surprisingly efficient, allowing only 22 sacks and paving the road for two rushers with 5.0 ypc averages. Eric Wood appears to be healthy coming into the 2012 season eliminating center as a need and the team appears to be comfortable with Andy Levitre at LG. Chris Hairston will get a chance to prove he can start at LT but slated starters Kraig Urbik and Erik Pears are JAGS.

UTPATS · 03-23-2012, 09:09 AM

With the 11th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs select...

David DeCastro, offensive guard, Stanford University.

The Chiefs need help in several areas, including defensive tackle. Pioli and staff were seriously looking at Dontari Poe, but their decision was made easier after Buffalo snagged the Memphis phenom the pick before.

DeCastro is an intelligent, tough player who will excel in run blocking and can hold his ground against the stronger DTs in the NFL. Where he lacks in athleticism, he makes up for in leverage and technique. He will be able to provide running lanes for Charles in Company for years to come.

CowboysBeastMode · 03-23-2012, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Witten4HOF

And with the 10th pick in the NFL Draft the Buffalo Bills select…

Dontari Poe NT, Memphis
As you look at the team’s transition to a 4-3 front on defense the most glaring need appears to be weakside linebacker. Kuechly obviously will be in play, but the team feels it is in a good position to grab Lavonte David or Zach Brown in the second round.

The selection of Poe solidifies a revamped line that includes the additions of Mario Williams at LE and Mark Anderson at RE. The Bills feel they can generate the most production out of Poe since he will not come in as the focal point for O-lines to key on. The combination of 2011 draft selection Marcell Dareus and Poe, paired with Mario Williams should immediately sure up a run defense that ranked 28th last year. Veteran Kyle Williams provides depth and insurance for Poe’s learning curve, rounding out a group that has the potential to be the best in the league.

The team will also monitor possible upgrades to the O-line, Riley Reiff and DeCastro will also get consideration. Although ravaged by injury in 2011, the line was surprisingly efficient, allowing only 22 sacks and paving the road for two rushers with 5.0 ypc averages. Eric Wood appears to be healthy coming into the 2012 season eliminating center as a need and the team appears to be comfortable with Andy Levitre at LG. Chris Hairston will get a chance to prove he can start at LT but slated starters Kraig Urbik and Erik Pears are JAGS.

interesting pick i really think the bills need to revamp the o-line but if they were to throw a curve ball like this one it would really make draft interesting ala Alualu

Witten4HOF · 03-23-2012, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by CowboysBeastMode

interesting pick i really think the bills need to revamp the o-line but if they were to throw a curve ball like this one it would really make draft interesting ala Alualu

Reiff was def the easy pick... no one would have batted an lash at DeCastro or Kuechly. I wanted to make a splash since we had such a long lay over between picks.

Witten4HOF · 03-23-2012, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by UTPATS

With the 11th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs select...

David DeCastro, offensive guard, Stanford University.

The Chiefs need help in several areas, including defensive tackle. Pioli and staff were seriously looking at Dontari Poe, but their decision was made easier after Buffalo snagged the Memphis phenom the pick before.

DeCastro is an intelligent, tough player who will excel in run blocking and can hold his ground against the stronger DTs in the NFL. Where he lacks in athleticism, he makes up for in leverage and technique. He will be able to provide running lanes for Charles in Company for years to come.

Albert + Winston + DeCastro + McCluster, Bowe, return of Charles = no excuse for Cassel

CowboysBeastMode · 03-23-2012, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Witten4HOF

Albert + Winston + DeCastro + McCluster, Bowe, return of Charles = no excuse for Cassel

cassel is the excuse

Witten4HOF · 03-23-2012, 03:33 PM

Primetime gets the same deal as HH, I sent him a PM and if he doesn't post by 10 am eastern time he gets bumped. Any volunteers to take over his slot ? Pm me... Senoirity based on rep will be put on standby.

CowboysBeastMode · 03-23-2012, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Witten4HOF

Reiff was def the easy pick... no one would have batted an lash at DeCastro or Kuechly. I wanted to make a splash since we had such a long lay over between picks.

i wouldve picked cox over poe, he did it against better comp

Witten4HOF · 03-23-2012, 08:09 PM

If Primetime doesn't post tonight his pick is forfeited to Leroyisgod.
Primetime217 has already surrendered his pick which will be going to cowboysbeastmode

leroyisgod · 03-23-2012, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Witten4HOF

If Primetime doesn't post tonight his pick is forfeited to Leroyisgod.
Primetime217 has already surrendered his pick which will be going to cowboysbeastmode

I will do Primetime proud

Witten4HOF · 03-24-2012, 05:04 AM

as per request the original post with the draft order is being updated with the picks that are made. That way it is easier to see who has been drafted.

leroyisgod · 03-24-2012, 08:26 AM

I know it's not 10am yet, but I won't be around a computer then. So if Prime doesn't pick by then, here goes my pick.

With the 12th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Seattle Seahawks select.....

Whitney Mercilus- DE- Illinois. Seattle needs some help at DE to put more pressure on the QB. Kuechly and Floyd were strong considerations here.

CowboysBeastMode · 03-24-2012, 09:42 AM

With the 13th pick in the NFL Draft, the Arizona Cardinals select OT Riley Reiff, Iowa.

This is an easy pick, if the board turns out like this Reiff is a slam dunk pick fir the Cardinals. They invested alot of money and gave away one of their defensive players to get Kevin Kolb, but he was not able to stay healthy behind a line that gave the 2nd most sacks (54) in the NFL last year.