Crock Mock #1

[mrcrockj]

Let's begin by assuming that FA deals for Dhani Jones is complete, Madieu Williams gets resigned, as does Stacey Andrews. Fanane also gets tendered for another year of service. We part ways with Justin Smith, Bryan Robinson and Dexter Jackson.

I am also continuing my prayers that perhaps Oakland wins the flip, takes Darren McFadden, then Atlanta takes a QB, which allows you know who to drop to us in the 1st.

Pollack and Thurman both make it back onto the roster. Finally Marvin goes with his gut and switches the D to a 3-4. The only FA we go out and get is a Vet DT to come in and play NT

RD 1 - Sedrick Ellis DT - There has been more than enough conversation on here for this pick to be justified.


RD 2 - Philip Wheeler LB - Right away at the very least I think this guy could come in and contribute on ST's. He will make a great rotation at ILB with Brooks/Thurman/Jones. Perhaps start out at the nickle LBer.

RD 3 - Brad Cottam TE - Some sights don't even have this guy as being drafted until the second day. But how often do you find a guy that is this athletic and 6'8". This would definitely help our Red Zone TD average.

RD 3 - Cliff Avril DE/OLB - This guy projects very well as a 3-4 OLB. Geathers will definitely be on the Outside, and so would Pollack/Jeanty/Henderson, but we all know the concerns about the last 3. Plus Avril already has some OLB experience.

RD 4 - Robert Felton OG - This is one of the guys that led the way for McFadden the past few years. He will work out as a backup, maybe help if Andrews walks and we need help.

RD 5 - Nick Hayden DT - I watched a few Wisonsin games this year and this guy has a great motor and can really disrupt the backfield.

RD 6 - Darius Raynaud - WR - I was fairly surprised to see this guy tucked so far away in the WR lists. Should work out well as a slot reciever/returner.

RD 7 - Haruki Nakamura - S - This guy realy has a knack for finding the ball on the field. Would probably only make it for ST's ability, but might be able to find his way on the field in a couple years as a nickle S.

[Jasonew6]

If we get Ellis, I seriously doubt we go 3-4. He is MUCH better suited to a 4-3 and would give us an adequate starting DT set with Peko.

[mrcrockj]

I really think that you are right as far as Ellis, but I think the overall team will be much better switching to the 3-4. Ellis and Peko would be able to rotate between DE and NT.

I would definitely go to the 4-3 nickle with Ellis working with Geathers, Peko, and someone else (Pollack or Henderson) would be able to create a great pass rush.

[CincIndy]

Don't most updated mock drafts have Ellis going top 5 now? I'm afraid he and Gholston will both be gone by pick 9

[mrcrockj]

Don't most updated mock drafts have Ellis going top 5 now? I'm afraid he and Gholston will both be gone by pick 9

I definitely agree with you, I have even seen Ellis going #1 in a mock. That's why I said it is pretty much a prayer. If they both turn up gone, I would say we need to trade down and get one of the next range of D-Lineman (Campbell, Groves, Sims).

[crazyjdawg]

If the top 4 linemen are gone, I say we trade down with Washington so they can draft Kenny Phillips. Then we draft Pat Sims, then we use the extra 2 or 3 picks from Washington to trade for some established veterans

[franchise]

If we get Ellis, I seriously doubt we go 3-4. He is MUCH better suited to a 4-3 and would give us an adequate starting DT set with Peko.

I agree, but I like the mock and it's very realistic except for one exception

I saw a bit of Felton at the senior bowl and he was FAT, he could barely move his feet and in 1 on 1s would have given up a sack every time.

[renaud85]

I Think that if Ellis and Gholston are Gone and Cincy doesn't trade down, that we go for LB Keith Rivers. He's a good tackler and we be a great addition to our defence.

[mrcrockj]

I agree, but I like the mock and it's very realistic except for one exception

I saw a bit of Felton at the senior bowl and he was FAT, he could barely move his feet and in 1 on 1s would have given up a sack every time.

Thanks for the info, I didn't get to see the Senior Bowl, just read some about it. I would like to see us draft a true guard or C this year. Bobbie Williams may leave after his contract in a year or two. We may not be able to sign Andrews back, which if he isn't signed and Willie retires next year, we'll be in a world of hurt. We can probably get a OT next year, but not both a T and G.

[rkellydugan20]

If the top 4 linemen are gone, I say we trade down with Washington so they can draft Kenny Phillips. Then we draft Pat Sims, then we use the extra 2 or 3 picks from Washington to trade for some established veterans

I think this might be a good idea. If Kenny Phillips is the real deal.

[PollackHeart]

I agree with most of your mock except for TE, Cottam in the 3rd. I honestly don't think they take a TE this year. If they were going to draft a pass catching TE, they'd have done it last year.

Kelly and Coates are suitable for how Brat uses the TE in our offense.