Tchok13
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NOOOO way Dorsey falls to us
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/writers/dr_z/04/24/nfldraft/index.html?eref=T1
) Dolphins -- Jake Long, T, Michigan
Miami needs a ... sorry, I just can't go through with it. See above.
2) Rams -- Chris Long, DE, Virginia
"We'll take whichever Long falls to us," Scott Linehan told me at the League meetings. Jake would have been preferred. Howie's kid will give them a dozen years of maximum effort.
3) Falcons -- Matt Ryan, QB, Boston College
The scouts love Glenn Dorsey, the disruptive defensive tackle from LSU. The coaching staff would like to start the new regime with a hot young quarterback in place. This is a debate that will rage right up until draft day.
4) Raiders -- Darren McFadden, RB, Arkansas
Al Davis reverts to his roots and goes for the player most capable of producing the deep strike. McFadden's 4.33 qualifies, but it could be a strikeout if the baggage he carries (two night club tiffs) becomes excess baggage.
5) Chiefs -- Vernon Gholston, DE, Ohio State
Trading Jared Allen to the Vikings now moves DE to the forefront on the need list, and an offensive lineman will come later. Gholston's workouts have been off the charts. He runs a 4.65 40, and his bench press of 37 reps tied Jake Long's mark for best at the Combine. Dorsey's name has arisen, for those who equate DT with DE. Ryan Clady's name is in the mix, if KC wants to go O-line now and save the defense for their 17th pick. Brett Favre is a name not to be overlooked, if they feel they can somehow find him and lure him out of retirement, and the name of Felidia has arisen, for those who like fine Italian food.
6) Jets -- Ryan Clady, T, Boise State
Damn! Gholston's gone and we oh so wanted him. Dorsey? Hmmm, would be dynamic in the middle, no question, and if we draft him, then New England couldn't -- those are the rules -- but Clady's a terrific O-lineman, a complete tackle, one of the Boys from Boise. Why not?
7) Patriots Glenn Dorsey, DT, LSU
They're a base 3-4 defensive team, but Bill Belichick likes to throw in a lot of 4-3 on pressure downs. And with the dynamic, disruptive Dorsey lining up next to All-Pro Richard Seymour, the Pats will have enough pressure to make lives miserable.
8) Ravens -- Keith Rivers, LB, USC
Do you fortify an already powerful defense with the most gifted, nifty-footed linebacker on the board, or try to trade up for Matt Ryan -- or hope the BC quarterback falls to you at No. 8? If Dorsey is still there, he'd be too good to pass up as well.
9) Bengals -- Sedrick Ellis, DT, USC
Cincy hasn't seen this kind of player on its interior defensive line since the days of Tim Krumrie. Speed is Ellis's best attribute; he has a great burst off the ball. He'll make everyone better on what was a disappointing unit last year.
10) Saints -- Mike Jenkins, CB, South Florida
Could use Keith Rivers, but he'll likely be gone. The top corner is available if the Saints want him. The decision will be between the explosive Jenkins and Troy's kinetic Leodis McKelvin, who coach Sean Payton says represents the safer choice.
11) Bills -- Devin Thomas, WR, Michigan State
Surprising that the best wideout is still left, but it's a great fit for the Bills, who need someone to complement Lee Evans on the other flank. The defensive coaches could win the argument, though, and then the pick will be a cornerback.
12) Broncos -- Rashard Mendenhall, RB, Illinois
Mike Shanahan collects running backs, and this rugged, 225-pound north-south slasher fits the coach's preference for quick, decisive thrusts. Oregon's Jonathan Stewart would also have been a good fit for the Broncos if not for his recent toe surgery.
13) Panthers, Derrick Harvey, DE, Florida
The Panthers are looking for an active pass rusher to take Mike Rucker's spot on the right side of the line. Harvey, a 6-5, 270-pounder with 4.85 speed, would be a nice bookend to Julius Peppers. He had 81/2 sacks and 17 tackles for losses as a junior last year.
14) Bears, Jeff Otah, T, Pittsburgh
Dynamic run blocker, a reincarnation of ... that's right -- Jimbo Covert, another tackle out of Pittsburgh and first-round pick by Chicago, who cleared the way for a lot of those Walter Payton yards. At 6-6 and 340, Otah's a bit bigger than Covert.
15) Lions, Branden Albert, G, Virginia
At 6-7, 315, he slides over to tackle, with the power and athleticism to handle the move. (Albert started two games there last season.) Harvey's a possibility if the Lions decide to go defense, Mendenhall if they're looking for a runner -- if either is available.
16) Cardinals, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, CB, Tennessee State
Sensational combine workouts and a big-time Senior Bowl, but he was strangely unproductive in some games for the 5-6 Tigers. Explanation? "He was probably bored," says Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt.
17) Chiefs (from Vikings) -- Leodis McKelvin, CB, Troy
Where's the offensive lineman you promised? Oh this will never do, never do at all. I mean Troy? Why not draft Helen Of. You say what? He's the best pure cover corner on the board. A natural. Smooth and instinctive. Sorry, the O-line is still an area of crucial need.
18) Texans, Chris Williams, T, Vanderbilt
Houston's quarterbacks are perennially under pressure, and the Texans are finally addressing the problem at the ground level. Williams is the consensus No. 4 tackle in the draft, a tall, smooth, athletic type with fine pass-blocking instincts.
19) Eagles, Aqib Talib, CB, Kansas
He's higher on Philadelphia's board than on other teams'. A size-and-speed guy (6-1, 202 and 4.44 in the 40), he plays with a kind of arrogance that makes him liked or disliked by the scouts. There's no middle ground.
20) Buccaneers, James Hardy, WR, Indiana
How much longer can Joey Galloway carry the receiving load for the Bucs? Hardy, with his outstanding size (6-5, 217) and athleticism, is a perfect complement. He's not a burner, but that's no problem -- the 36-year-old Galloway can still leave 'em behind when he has to.
21) Redskins, Phillip Merling, DE, Clemson
An unusual pick for the Skins, who are generally attracted by the flashy athlete. Merling is an unspectacular, fundamentally sound wingman who isn't highly rated as a pass rusher but will give new coach Jim Zorn an honest day's work.
22) Cowboys, Felix Jones, RB, Arkansas
Every draftnik with a pencil is predicting Jerry Jones will turn to his alma mater, though an 8.7 yards per carry leads me to believe this guy could be long gone. Dallas could also package its two picks to move up for McFadden, or take Oregon's Jonathan Stewart.
23) Steelers, Gosder Cherilus, T, Boston College
OK, it's a name that belongs on the back of a Pittsburgh uniform. But more than that, the 6-7, 315-pound Cherilus is the kind of pick the Steelers love to make -- a tough, hardworking, drive-blocking offensive lineman. I love this kind of pick too.
24) Titans, Limas Sweed, WR, Texas
Stewart, the Oregon running back, will get a long look. "Eddie George came back from the same toe injury [Stewart had]," Jeff Fisher says. But in the end the Titans will go with the safer pick, the 6-4, 219 Sweed, a serious target on the short fade to the end zone.
25) Seahawks, Kenny Phillips, S, Miami
The Seahawks could go a lot of different ways with their pick, including tight end, but there's just something about the history of safeties from the U. Phillips has solid measurables (6-1 1/2, 213; 4.43 in the 40) and good coverage skills.
26) Jaguars, Kentwan Balmer, DT, North Carolina
If there's one defensive tackle left on the board, Jack Del Rio's going to grab him. Balmer's a hard worker, but can he fill in for Marcus Stroud, who was traded in March to the Bills in a cap move? Possibly, but not for a year or two.
27) Chargers, Jonathan Stewart, RB, Oregon
If not for March turf-toe surgery, he'd be long gone by now. It's a gamble, but Norv Turner can afford to wait because Stewart will be used in the Michael Turner role, as a backup for LT. If Stewart regains his form, the Chargers have pulled off the steal of the draft.
28) Cowboys, Brandon Flowers, CB, Virginia Tech
And that should empty the cornerback storehouse. Extreme toughness is Flowers's trademark, which offsets a less-than-dynamic 40 time (4.55). But guaranteed, he'll make his presence felt on the field, either in the base defense or in the nickel.
29) 49ers, DeSean Jackson, WR, California
Mike Nolan thinks there's quality and depth at wideout even this late in the round, and the shockingly fast (4.29) Jackson could be his home run guy. The only knock against him is his size (5-11, 178), which might limit Jackson to duty as a combined wideout-returner.
30) Packers, Malcolm Kelly, WR, Oklahoma
Here's a big guy (6-4, 219) whose unimpressive 40 time of 4.54 will cause him to drop deep into the first round. But Kelly could be a valuable possession receiver, and what better gift for new starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers?
31) Giants, Dustin Keller, TE, Purdue
I was all set to hand them Dan Connor, the Penn State LB, but Jeremy Shockey began to make noise about wanting a trade. I think the Giants have had it with him and are ready for a speed-and-agility guy, though Keller might have trouble blocking NFL 'backers.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/writers/dr_z/04/24/nfldraft/index.html?eref=T1
) Dolphins -- Jake Long, T, Michigan
Miami needs a ... sorry, I just can't go through with it. See above.
2) Rams -- Chris Long, DE, Virginia
"We'll take whichever Long falls to us," Scott Linehan told me at the League meetings. Jake would have been preferred. Howie's kid will give them a dozen years of maximum effort.
3) Falcons -- Matt Ryan, QB, Boston College
The scouts love Glenn Dorsey, the disruptive defensive tackle from LSU. The coaching staff would like to start the new regime with a hot young quarterback in place. This is a debate that will rage right up until draft day.
4) Raiders -- Darren McFadden, RB, Arkansas
Al Davis reverts to his roots and goes for the player most capable of producing the deep strike. McFadden's 4.33 qualifies, but it could be a strikeout if the baggage he carries (two night club tiffs) becomes excess baggage.
5) Chiefs -- Vernon Gholston, DE, Ohio State
Trading Jared Allen to the Vikings now moves DE to the forefront on the need list, and an offensive lineman will come later. Gholston's workouts have been off the charts. He runs a 4.65 40, and his bench press of 37 reps tied Jake Long's mark for best at the Combine. Dorsey's name has arisen, for those who equate DT with DE. Ryan Clady's name is in the mix, if KC wants to go O-line now and save the defense for their 17th pick. Brett Favre is a name not to be overlooked, if they feel they can somehow find him and lure him out of retirement, and the name of Felidia has arisen, for those who like fine Italian food.
6) Jets -- Ryan Clady, T, Boise State
Damn! Gholston's gone and we oh so wanted him. Dorsey? Hmmm, would be dynamic in the middle, no question, and if we draft him, then New England couldn't -- those are the rules -- but Clady's a terrific O-lineman, a complete tackle, one of the Boys from Boise. Why not?
7) Patriots Glenn Dorsey, DT, LSU
They're a base 3-4 defensive team, but Bill Belichick likes to throw in a lot of 4-3 on pressure downs. And with the dynamic, disruptive Dorsey lining up next to All-Pro Richard Seymour, the Pats will have enough pressure to make lives miserable.
8) Ravens -- Keith Rivers, LB, USC
Do you fortify an already powerful defense with the most gifted, nifty-footed linebacker on the board, or try to trade up for Matt Ryan -- or hope the BC quarterback falls to you at No. 8? If Dorsey is still there, he'd be too good to pass up as well.
9) Bengals -- Sedrick Ellis, DT, USC
Cincy hasn't seen this kind of player on its interior defensive line since the days of Tim Krumrie. Speed is Ellis's best attribute; he has a great burst off the ball. He'll make everyone better on what was a disappointing unit last year.
10) Saints -- Mike Jenkins, CB, South Florida
Could use Keith Rivers, but he'll likely be gone. The top corner is available if the Saints want him. The decision will be between the explosive Jenkins and Troy's kinetic Leodis McKelvin, who coach Sean Payton says represents the safer choice.
11) Bills -- Devin Thomas, WR, Michigan State
Surprising that the best wideout is still left, but it's a great fit for the Bills, who need someone to complement Lee Evans on the other flank. The defensive coaches could win the argument, though, and then the pick will be a cornerback.
12) Broncos -- Rashard Mendenhall, RB, Illinois
Mike Shanahan collects running backs, and this rugged, 225-pound north-south slasher fits the coach's preference for quick, decisive thrusts. Oregon's Jonathan Stewart would also have been a good fit for the Broncos if not for his recent toe surgery.
13) Panthers, Derrick Harvey, DE, Florida
The Panthers are looking for an active pass rusher to take Mike Rucker's spot on the right side of the line. Harvey, a 6-5, 270-pounder with 4.85 speed, would be a nice bookend to Julius Peppers. He had 81/2 sacks and 17 tackles for losses as a junior last year.
14) Bears, Jeff Otah, T, Pittsburgh
Dynamic run blocker, a reincarnation of ... that's right -- Jimbo Covert, another tackle out of Pittsburgh and first-round pick by Chicago, who cleared the way for a lot of those Walter Payton yards. At 6-6 and 340, Otah's a bit bigger than Covert.
15) Lions, Branden Albert, G, Virginia
At 6-7, 315, he slides over to tackle, with the power and athleticism to handle the move. (Albert started two games there last season.) Harvey's a possibility if the Lions decide to go defense, Mendenhall if they're looking for a runner -- if either is available.
16) Cardinals, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, CB, Tennessee State
Sensational combine workouts and a big-time Senior Bowl, but he was strangely unproductive in some games for the 5-6 Tigers. Explanation? "He was probably bored," says Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt.
17) Chiefs (from Vikings) -- Leodis McKelvin, CB, Troy
Where's the offensive lineman you promised? Oh this will never do, never do at all. I mean Troy? Why not draft Helen Of. You say what? He's the best pure cover corner on the board. A natural. Smooth and instinctive. Sorry, the O-line is still an area of crucial need.
18) Texans, Chris Williams, T, Vanderbilt
Houston's quarterbacks are perennially under pressure, and the Texans are finally addressing the problem at the ground level. Williams is the consensus No. 4 tackle in the draft, a tall, smooth, athletic type with fine pass-blocking instincts.
19) Eagles, Aqib Talib, CB, Kansas
He's higher on Philadelphia's board than on other teams'. A size-and-speed guy (6-1, 202 and 4.44 in the 40), he plays with a kind of arrogance that makes him liked or disliked by the scouts. There's no middle ground.
20) Buccaneers, James Hardy, WR, Indiana
How much longer can Joey Galloway carry the receiving load for the Bucs? Hardy, with his outstanding size (6-5, 217) and athleticism, is a perfect complement. He's not a burner, but that's no problem -- the 36-year-old Galloway can still leave 'em behind when he has to.
21) Redskins, Phillip Merling, DE, Clemson
An unusual pick for the Skins, who are generally attracted by the flashy athlete. Merling is an unspectacular, fundamentally sound wingman who isn't highly rated as a pass rusher but will give new coach Jim Zorn an honest day's work.
22) Cowboys, Felix Jones, RB, Arkansas
Every draftnik with a pencil is predicting Jerry Jones will turn to his alma mater, though an 8.7 yards per carry leads me to believe this guy could be long gone. Dallas could also package its two picks to move up for McFadden, or take Oregon's Jonathan Stewart.
23) Steelers, Gosder Cherilus, T, Boston College
OK, it's a name that belongs on the back of a Pittsburgh uniform. But more than that, the 6-7, 315-pound Cherilus is the kind of pick the Steelers love to make -- a tough, hardworking, drive-blocking offensive lineman. I love this kind of pick too.
24) Titans, Limas Sweed, WR, Texas
Stewart, the Oregon running back, will get a long look. "Eddie George came back from the same toe injury [Stewart had]," Jeff Fisher says. But in the end the Titans will go with the safer pick, the 6-4, 219 Sweed, a serious target on the short fade to the end zone.
25) Seahawks, Kenny Phillips, S, Miami
The Seahawks could go a lot of different ways with their pick, including tight end, but there's just something about the history of safeties from the U. Phillips has solid measurables (6-1 1/2, 213; 4.43 in the 40) and good coverage skills.
26) Jaguars, Kentwan Balmer, DT, North Carolina
If there's one defensive tackle left on the board, Jack Del Rio's going to grab him. Balmer's a hard worker, but can he fill in for Marcus Stroud, who was traded in March to the Bills in a cap move? Possibly, but not for a year or two.
27) Chargers, Jonathan Stewart, RB, Oregon
If not for March turf-toe surgery, he'd be long gone by now. It's a gamble, but Norv Turner can afford to wait because Stewart will be used in the Michael Turner role, as a backup for LT. If Stewart regains his form, the Chargers have pulled off the steal of the draft.
28) Cowboys, Brandon Flowers, CB, Virginia Tech
And that should empty the cornerback storehouse. Extreme toughness is Flowers's trademark, which offsets a less-than-dynamic 40 time (4.55). But guaranteed, he'll make his presence felt on the field, either in the base defense or in the nickel.
29) 49ers, DeSean Jackson, WR, California
Mike Nolan thinks there's quality and depth at wideout even this late in the round, and the shockingly fast (4.29) Jackson could be his home run guy. The only knock against him is his size (5-11, 178), which might limit Jackson to duty as a combined wideout-returner.
30) Packers, Malcolm Kelly, WR, Oklahoma
Here's a big guy (6-4, 219) whose unimpressive 40 time of 4.54 will cause him to drop deep into the first round. But Kelly could be a valuable possession receiver, and what better gift for new starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers?
31) Giants, Dustin Keller, TE, Purdue
I was all set to hand them Dan Connor, the Penn State LB, but Jeremy Shockey began to make noise about wanting a trade. I think the Giants have had it with him and are ready for a speed-and-agility guy, though Keller might have trouble blocking NFL 'backers.
