Challenge revisited...

Okay, I'm up for this... including possible trades and slides

1. Houston- Reggie Bush
I don't really think this is the way Casserly and Co. want to go but they are probably not equipped to deal with the backlash if they take Brick.

2. New Orleans- Matt Leinart
NO WAY do they take another athletic scrambler! New coach Sean Payton must have a sure thing 1st rounder and the fan's support, that's why they go with Leinart.

3. Tennessee- Vince Young
Can't see Jeff passing this kid up, but Lord knows they need O-Line help. Plus, he already has a relationship with Air McNair.

4. TRADE- Jets to Chargers for DB and their first- D'Brickashaw Ferguson
This guy is the real deal, an elite prospect with strength and footwork, something that the Chargers have lacked. This will improve LT's numbers by 300 yards and AJ Smith recognizes this kind of talent only comes along once in a blue moon. Jets land Brees and don't have to pay first round money to an unknown commodity.

5. Green Bay- Mario Williams
Can't deny the value here, even though they want LenDale White, this is a need pick who will be a Pro Bowler for a very long time, a flat-out player.

6. San Franscisco- (wins the toss) Michael Huff
Tempted to go with Vernon Davis, Mike Nolan sees that there is value for TE in the 2nd round and can't pass up this DB dynamo. Huff is a pure ball hawk and will bring leadership to the secondary in Frisco, plus he hits like a freight train.

7. Oakland- Manny Lawson
First real surprise of the draft- new coach Art Shell sees a hybrid OLB-DE for his new attitude Raider pass rush. His combination of size and skill could make him a steal even this early.

8. Buffalo- Haloti Ngata
Probably the most predictable pick in this round, everyone knows that the Bills are going to take this kid, as well they should.

9. Detroit- Jay Cutler
As much as the Lions' spin machine says that Harrington is the heir to the new regime, don't believe it. Cutler has impressed enough to merit this selection and should be able to make great use of the candy-store receiver corps.

10. Arizona- Marcus McNeill
After the Cards spend a little money in FA (for a change) they add ex-Vike MB to the roster and trade for DC (a 2nd and 4th). McNeill is the guy they need to anchor the line and protect DC, a franchise tackle with size and wingspan.

11. St. Louis- Chad Greenway
To say that the LB corps for the Rams was suspect last year would be putting it lightly. With Greenway they get a smart playmaker who fits into their defensive scheme and can play sideline to sideline.

12. Cleveland- Tamba Hali
After the combine, where Hali really shines, Romeo and his staff fall in love with his measurables as well as his ability to stop the rush, especially in the HB friendly AFC North.

13. Baltimore- Winston Justice
It's no secret that the O-line of the Ravens was pretty bad last year; no holes for JL to run through when he was there and no time for KB to get rid of the ball (BTW, when the kid has time to throw, I don't think he's all that bad). Billick goes with protection here, and Justice is a good pick, as he can play either tackle position.

14. Philadelphia- Broderick Bunkley
This kid is perfect for their system and will replace an aging Hollis Thomas and an ineffective Darwin Walker. Tempted to go with DeAngelo Williams here, Reid and Co. realize that they like Ryan Moats enough to show them what he can do with BW.

15. Atlanta- DeAngelo Williams
Mora exchanges his smallish, 30-something juke-eel for a smallish 20-something juke-eel. Should go secondary here, but won't.

16. Miami- Jimmy Williams
With QB no longer being a need as Miami trades a 4th for Matt Schaub, they shore up the injury depleted and aging DB corps. Williams and Daniels will pair to make a nice cover secondary.

17. Minnesota- Vernon Davis
Brad Childress surprises everyone with this pick, but he doesn't really believe in JW as a downfield threat, and he loves Vernon's crazy athleticism and ability to line up in various spots.

18. Dallas- Jon Scott
Parcells likes this kid, he is a hometown product and he has a solid work ethic. After the rookies took their lumps last year on the line, he looks to replace an aging Flozell Adams. Cromartie and Simpson are also possible picks here.

19. NY Jets- Matthias Kiwanuka
Having gotten their franchise QB, Mangini and Co. decide that they need to improve a once-stout D line. Kiwi is rangy and quick in the mold of our Simeon Rice, a real sack machine that can get to the AFC East QB's and disrupt this conferences rhythm passers.

20. Kansas City- Antonio Cromartie
They flat-out love this kid (ever since the kid they REALLY flat-out loved was taken with the pick before theirs). This does improve a slow, aging secondary immediately and allows them to drop some dead weight in the form of DexterMcLeon and Eric Warfield.

21. New England- Tye Hill
Need pick... desperate need pick. Tye Hill has the speed, skills and hands to excel at cornerback in the NFL, a playmaker that can hang with AFC East receivers.

22. Denver Broncos- Leonard Pope
Luxury pick for the Broncos, here they take a complete playmaker who can also block down with the best of them, something that Jeb Putzier doesn't do that well.

23. Tampa Bay- Eric Winston
The Bucs WILL draft a lineman with their first pick, take it to any bank. This is a glaring weakness anyone could spot and they don't want their franchise QB to end up a lawn ornament. In Winston, they get an elite tackle who only slipped due to a two year old knee injury, which he lays to rest once and for all in Indy.

24. Cincinatti- Gabe Watson
The quintessential tackle for Marv Lewis' defensive line, had a problem with motivation before, but in Cincy.... no problem.

25. NY Giants- DeMeco Ryans
Long, lean playmaker that they have lacked in this corps for a while, and with the return of Pierce and AJ Nicholson in the 3rd, this will be a feared LB trio for a good long time.

26. Chicago- Marcedes Lewis
Gives Grossman (or whoever) a great receiver at the position, should be a capable downfield threat and an able blocker.

27. Carolina- Rodrique Wright
Having surprised everyone by signing our man Pitt, the need for a sturdy rusher is no longer there, but the need for a sturdy DT definitely is (Jenkins is down more than the Las Vegas monorail!) In Wright, they get a dependable veteran that should team well with Brenston Buckner and be a quick learner.

28. Jacksonville- Nick Mangold
After signing Edge to power their run game, they go for interior muscle here. This is a need pick, as they would like to be able to move effective guard Brad Meester back to his natural position to take over for turnstile Vince Manuwai. Mangold is tough, smart and an immediate upgrade that will stick for years.

29. Denver- Santonio Holmes
Even with TO in the fold, this is a no-brainer for the Broncos. Lelie is not progressing and they need a young stud playmaker who can take it to the house.

30. Indianapolis- Ernie Sims
Tony Dungy wants another Derrick Brooks. He gets him here, and he makes the Colts LB's even scarier.

31. Seattle- Sinorice Moss
After a stellar combine, the 'Hawks cannot pass on this pure burner. He and Jackson will combine to make the most formidable receiving corps in the NFC... write it down.

32. Pittsburgh- LenDale White
The new Bus.

a couple things

-you left AJ Hawk out
-Hali is a good DE, but he's not a 3-4 DE, plus that is one position Cleveland doesn't need
-i like the attempt but i don't see manny lawson going first round, yet alone top 10

[Psykes]

White falls to #32?

[XTrenTX]

*bangs head against desk*

Originally Posted by nolesfan4life

a couple things

-you left AJ Hawk out
-Hali is a good DE, but he's not a 3-4 DE, plus that is one position Cleveland doesn't need
-i like the attempt but i don't see manny lawson going first round, yet alone top 10

Hawk was supposed to be the Raiders' pick, not Lawson

Originally Posted by Psykes

White falls to #32?

It could play out this way depending on the combine... what can I say

Originally Posted by XTrenTX

*bangs head against desk*

You have a problem with the 'Hawks' pick?

Originally Posted by jsirish

You have a problem with the 'Hawks' pick?

he doesn't want a WR, but he can't just say it, even though he did in another thread

[XTrenTX]

Originally Posted by nolesfan4life

he doesn't want a WR, but he can't just say it, even though he did in another thread

I could just say it...but I'm starting to sound like a broken record here.

What do they need more than a receiver? They have one of the best offensive lines in football, stud QB and RB, up-and-coming TE, Fisher and Wistrom on the ends and Chuck darby plays better for them than he ever did for us, Tatupu in the middle and Koutivedes will get his feet under him this year, Trufant and Herndon are good at the corners, Boulware and Manuel are good safeties... what am I missing?

Originally Posted by jsirish

What do they need more than a receiver? They have one of the best offensive lines in football, stud QB and RB, up-and-coming TE, Fisher and Wistrom on the ends and Chuck darby plays better for them than he ever did for us, Tatupu in the middle and Koutivedes will get his feet under him this year, Trufant and Herndon are good at the corners, Boulware and Manuel are good safeties... what am I missing?

I'm not a Seahawk expert, but i think he's looking for a situation where the rich get richer.

just had an RB who rushed for 1800 yards, but an OG would be a solid pick for them

Why? They have Hutch and they just drafted Spencer in the first round last year, plus Chris Gray is still good... who catches other than D-Jack and Hackett? Joe's gone and Engram farts dust

Originally Posted by jsirish

Why? They have Hutch and they just drafted Spencer in the first round last year, plus Chris Gray is still good... who catches other than D-Jack and Hackett? Joe's gone and Engram farts dust

damn, good call, i forget the drafted spencer last year

they could upgrade over Gray, but i forgot about Spencer, i'll have to change mine.

edit* From what i'm looking at actually, Spencer is listed as their back-up center so i'm not sure of their situation there.

[XTrenTX]

Originally Posted by jsirish

What do they need more than a receiver? They have one of the best offensive lines in football, stud QB and RB, up-and-coming TE, Fisher and Wistrom on the ends and Chuck darby plays better for them than he ever did for us, Tatupu in the middle and Koutivedes will get his feet under him this year, Trufant and Herndon are good at the corners, Boulware and Manuel are good safeties... what am I missing?

Well, WR is the deepest position on the team. they'll probably take a WR on the 2nd day, but he'll be a return man. Remember, the top 2 guys were injured alot of the year and JJ and Hackett did a great job starting and helped keep the offense ranked #1 in the league over that time.

OLB and DE are my main concerns.

OLB- Jamie Sharper might not be back after a staph infection in his knee ended his season, and if he is back, he's still old. D.D. Lewis, his backup, is average and also injury prone. LeRoy Hill and Tatupu are very good, but we need an SLB to compliment them. Thomas Howard and Bobby Carpenter are my favorites in the first round.
DE- Fisher and Wistrom are pretty good, but neither of them bring a consistent pass-rush, which is something the defense is lacking (and yes, I realize they led the league in sacks.)

Other possibilities....
RB- if Alexander leaves.
CB- Dyson seems to be made of glass, and Herndon was a huge dissapointment.

A couple other positions that people have them taking in mock drafts that I don't see happening...

Safety- Hamlin will be back at full strength next year, everyone seems to forget about him.
OG- Chris Gray is getting old, but his succesor is already with the team, his name is Floyd "Pork Chop" Womack.