Dangerous from England's draft thread!

[DangerousRFC]

First of all, good afternoon everybody!

Right, I am going to be looking for lots of advice over the next few months, so I figured I may as well start my own thread where you guys can help me with my homework!

I am going to be the Rookie 49ers drafter for a UK based NFL site, as nobody else wanted to take them on, and they were looking for a fan of each particular team to represent each team.

Now this is where the fun begins, because to be quite honest, because of the little coverage of College football over here, (unless you can afford to subscribe to various different cable channels, and spend a quarter of the year not sleeping, or have any social life because of the time difference etc) I have very little knowledge of college football!

Therefore, I am going to be looking to 49er fans to tell me, who they want, why they want them and what their knowledege of each player is.

Now obviously we have the Senior Bowl coming up which could propel people up the draft and possible put some down.

I have a guy over here who is going to copy me a lot of the college bowls so I can get to work on them and see what I fancy, and at this moment in time from reading you guys' comments and those over at webzone I have about 2 pages of 1st, 2nd and 3rd round picks!!!

So if you have any sleepers that you think will drop to day 2, or if you can all decide on what positions we need to strenthen on then that's great too. Personally I think I have a good idea of what we need and would personally be happy if we got at least the following through FA and the Draft.

(In no particular order)

S
CB maybe 2
OLB
WR
RT
RB
DE
NT

So if you think somebody is asking a dumbass question about college football on any of the thousand threads that are going to appear in the next few months, just double check it's not me before firing the abuse my way please! :hide:

As far as I am aware, they are looking to do at least 2 drafts before the draft day, so as and when things happen over this side I will update you as to who's drafting who.

As I say, I am taking this very seriously, and I would appreciate any help that any of you can give me.

I thank you for your time and any efforts any of you put into this with/for me

Cheers

Brian

[DangerousRFC]

:( Anybody? :confused: Please!

[Nevyn]

Current favourites from this site for #11 are

Laron Landry
Reggie Nelson (some think he's better than Landry, but he's generally ranked lower)
Patrick Willis (who has been projected this high by some, while others think he's barely a first)
Alan Branch (who likely won't fall this far)
Amobi Okoye (who while intruiging for potential is looking less and less like he has a hom in the 3-4)

cornerback is another possibility, but Leon Hall's stock keeps dropping as he is now viewed as solid but ordinary, and Darrelle Revis would be a mild reach.

And then there are some that want to make the grave mistake of using the pick on a wide receiver.

Thats about all I can tell you by now. You're likely to get a lot more opinion from people when its almost time for you to select and they know who you could get.

[DangerousRFC]

Cheers Nevyn, much appreciated.

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The Draft Commences 8AM Wednesday 7TH February

UKNFLFan Mock Draft Thread

First up a quick summary of the rules:

Hopefully we will get through 2 drafts before the big day in April/

Teams will be on the clock for 8 hours (not excluding hours between Midnight and 8.00am)

There draft will consist of the first 3 rounds.
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So I don't need to do as much homework as I expected, just have a really good knowledge and understanding of the top 3 rounds.

Our draft picks and their values:
1st round - #11 - 1250 points
2nd round - #42 - 480 points
3rd round - #76 - 210 points

[Ronin 49er]

For that extra homework, if you haven't already, check out Bonstonker's videos on the senior bowl practices. I'm still going through them myself.

I'm a novice when it comes to the draft, usually I just turn it on the day of. But the last couple years I've been following it more and more every year. I didn't really read a whole lot of threads last year but this time I'm going to try and follow as much as I can.

I'm sure there will be members that can share their thoughts.

Good luck.

[majesstik1]

Here's a target list of sorts for you:

Round 1 Pick #11
My personal favorite for the 11th pick is Adam Carriker, DE from Nebraska. He's a massive man, and has dominated every OL he's faced. Now, he's doing it in the Senior Bowl practices. At the moment, he's not the popular choice on this board, but you'll begin hearing his name creeping up the 'experts' boards by the time the Senior Bowl and combine conclude.

Other choices (in order): LaRon Landry(S-LSU), Patrick Willis(ILB-Ole Miss), Leon Hall(CB-Michigan), Robert Meachem(WR-Tennessee), Dwayne Bowe(WR-LSU), Reggie Nelson(S-Florida).

Round 2 Pick #42
If I was able to land Carriker in round one, I'd probably look to the outsides, and see what was available at CB and WR. Safety and linebacker are other places to keep an eye on. Having said that, my targets would be (in order): Aaron Ross(CB-Texas), Eric Weddle(S-Utah), David Irons(CB-Auburn), Marcus McCauley(CB-Fresno St), Jason Hill(WR-Washington St), Anthony Spencer(DE/LB-Purdue), Craig Davis(WR/KR-LSU), Jonathan Wade(CB-Tennessee), and Fred Bennett(CB-South Carolina).

Round 3 Pick #71
If DE and CB are addressed, then it's all about Best Player Available from here on out. In order, target: Sabby Piscitelli(S-Oregon St), Paul Williams(WR-Fresno St), Marcus Thomas(DT/DE-Florida), Justin Harrell(NT-Tennessee), Desmond Bishop(ILB-Cal), Eric Frampton(S-Washington St), John Wendling(S-Wyoming), Aundrae Allison(WR-East Carolina), Kenny Scott(CB-Georgia Tech), Courtney Taylor(WR-Auburn), and Marvin White(S-TCU).

Round 4 Picks #101 (from WAS), #107, and #121
It's possible one of the afformentioned players slips to here, if not look for: Brian Robinson(DE/LB-Texas), Prescott Burgess(OLB-Michgan), David Ball(WR-New Hampshire), Kareem Brown(DE/DT-Miami), C.J. Wilson(CB-Baylor), Jay Alford(DT/DE-Penn St), Stewart Bradley(OLB-Nebraska), Eric Wright(CB-UNLV), James Marten(RT-Boston College), Kyle Young(C/G/RT-Fresno St), Corey Hilliard(RT-Oklahoma St), and Enoka Lucas(C-Oregon).

Round 5 Pick #138
Targets: Conrad Bolston(NT-Maryland), Stephen Heyer(RT-Maryland), Matt Trannon(WR-Michigan St), Justin Hickman(DE/LB-UCLA), Antonio Johnson(NT-Mississippi St), Quentin Echols(NT-Kansas St), Dwayne Wright(RB-Fresno St), Brandon Jackson(RB-Nebraska), Selvin Young(RB/KR-Texas), Jason Snelling(RB/FB-Virginia), and Mansfield Wrotto(G-Georgia Tech).

Round 6 Pick #172
Targets: Daren Stone(S-Maine), Paul Soliai(NT-Utah), Clifton Ryan(DT-Michigan St), Victor DeGrate(DE/LB-Oklahoma St), Kelly Talavou(DT-Utah), Ameer Ismail(ILB-Western Michigan), Jacoby Jones(WR-Lane), Craig Dahl(S-North Dakota St), Rory Johnson(OLB-Ole Miss), John Talley(CB-Duke), Ryne Robinson(KR/WR-Miami of Ohio), Curtis Brown(RB-BYU), Mike Otto(LT-Purdue), Mark Fenton(C-Colorado), Jeremy Clark(NT-Alabama), and Anthony Arline(CB-Baylor).

[DangerousRFC]

Majesstik, this is brilliant, exactly what I'm looking for from people.

Ronin, cheers for the Bonstoker tip, I shall get viewing as soon as possible.

[majesstik1]

Finished the list. Definately look at bonstoker's putfile stuff, that way you can get an image in your head to match to some of the players.

[DangerousRFC]

If I chuck some names about on here, can I have your opinions on the too please.

Been reading some threads over here and some people are keen on the following:

Brandon Merriweather, CB/FS Projected for Round 2, possible off field problems though?

Antonio Johnson DE, Projected for Round 2?

How about Lorenzo Booker of FSU in the 3rd? Personally I think I'd see if dropped to 4?

I don't think I'm going to be drafting a RB in the 3rd, but any opinions are welcome.

[Nin£R_4_LifE]

Brandon Merriwaether is a good s but does have some of the field issue, If he is there in the 3rd take him,
personally i would hope for something like this...

11- carikker
42- Aaron ross or marcos maccauley
3rd- david irons
4th - Mcknight or Trannon, i see trannon as a sleeper and a good 4-5 th round pick

[majesstik1]

If I chuck some names about on here, can I have your opinions on the too please.

Been reading some threads over here and some people are keen on the following:

Brandon Merriweather, CB/FS Projected for Round 2, possible off field problems though?

Antonio Johnson DE, Projected for Round 2?

How about Lorenzo Booker of FSU in the 3rd? Personally I think I'd see if dropped to 4?

I don't think I'm going to be drafting a RB in the 3rd, but any opinions are welcome.

Meriweather: He has good speed, is a bit undersized, but can make some plays. Personally, I think he's a douche, so I wouldn't want him on the Niners.

Antonio Johnson: I don't think he'll go in round 2, wait and see if he's there in round 4 if you're going to pull the trigger on him. Also, he could be a NT project in the 3-4 in the NFL.

Lorenzo Booker: Could be the next Warrick Dunn, or could just be what he is- a smallish back that won't last long in the NFL. He'll probably get a few years on a roster as a Change Of Pace back before finally being released for good.

[DangerousRFC]

Cheers for the info guys, you're all a great help!

[DangerousRFC]

Brandon Mebane appears to be attracting some attention now, reckon this guy could be a good pick up, possibly in the 2nd or 3rd?

[Nin£R_4_LifE]

yep, he looks a good player, nt sure if he drops to third but i would spend the second on him, if he is there in the third take him

[majesstik1]

Just read my signature..........in that order.

Too bad Zbikowski stayed in school :tease:

[Nin£R_4_LifE]

lol

[DangerousRFC]

Going to be trying to get some more work done on this tomorrow, so keep your eyes peeled for more questions!

[DangerousRFC]

Lets hope it's quiet at work today, yesterday was mental. Do they not know I have important non work related things to do like scouting for my draft! ;)

[VDavis18]

LaRon Landry is the only good pick in this draft :)

[ninersfan68]

LaRon Landry is the only good pick in this draft :)

viva laron!!!

[I RULE you!]

Amobi Okoye (who while intruiging for potential is looking less and less like he has a hom in the 3-4)


Where did all this nonsense start, I must squash it!

[DangerousRFC]

I have the Senior Bowl and all the work out video's as well as a lot of the Collge Bowl games arriving today or tomorrow, so I can get some good scouting time in this weekend!!

[DangerousRFC]

OK Guys, our draft starts tomorrow.

Can we have a quick straw poll for who we pick at #11.

No trades, just a straight draft for the first 3 rounds as it currently stands.

With the 11th Draft of the 2007 draft the San Francisco 49ers Draft........

[DangerousRFC]

I have made the following notes for you all to have a look at.

(I hope it looks as readable as it is on my Word Document)

Niners Picks
1st round - #11 - 1250 points
2nd round - #42 - 480 points
3rd round - #76 - 210 points

Reqiurements: (DRAFT ONLY In no particular order)
S
CB maybe 2
OLB
WR
RT
RB
DE
NT


Round One recommendations, Pick #11.

Defence

Player Position College Projected
Alan Branch DT Michigan 1
Amobi Okoye DE 1
(Questionable fitting in with our needs)
LaRon Landry S LSU 1
Reggie Nelson S Florida 1
DeMarcus Tyler DE 1-2
Patrick Willis ILB Ole Miss 1-2
(May not fit in with current Niners needs)
Adam Carricker DE Nebraska 1
(possibly falling below 11, but could remain top 15-20)
Leon Hall CB Michigan 1-2
Gaines Adams ILB Clemson 1

(Do we need an ILB over OLB's, DB's and DE/NT's)

Offence
Best player available if a top name falls to #11. Defence is priority.
Calvin Johnson etc (Obviously CJ won't fall to 11)

Round Two recommendations Pick #42.

Defence
Player Position College Projected
Aaron Ross CB Texas 2
Eric Weddle S Utah 2
David Irons CB Auburn 2
Marcus McCauley CB Fresno State 2
Note: Impressed on Day 2 Practice.
Anthony Spencer DE/OLB Purdue 2
Jonathon Wade CB Tennessee 2
Fred Bennett CB South Carolina 2
Ryan McBean DE Oklahoma 2-1
Chris Houston CB 2-1

Offence
Jason Hill WR Washington State 2
Craig Davis WR/KR LSU 2

Round 3 recommendations, Pick #71

BPA from here on in.
So if any of the above drop to 3 then draft, if not then….

Player Position College Projected
Sabby Piscitelli S Oregon State 3
Paul Williams WR Fresno State 3
Note: Impressed on Day 2 practice.
Ray McDonald DE 3
Brandon Mebane DE 3
Marcus Thomas DT/DE Florida 3
Justin Harrell NT Tennessee 3
Desmond Bishop ILB Cal 3
Eric Frampton S Washington State 3
John Wendling S Wyoming 3
Aundrae Allison WR East Carolina 3
Note: Impressed on Day 2 practice.
Kenny Scott CB Georgia State 3
Courtney Taylor WR Auburn 3
Marvin White S TCU 3
Lorenzo Booker RB 3
Jacoby Jones WR Lane 3
Kareem Brown DE

[DangerousRFC]

:sad: I take it nobody is interested then. :hide:

[DangerousRFC]

Round One:

First Pick: Oakland - JaMarcus Russell - QB
Second Pick: Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE
Third Pick: Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT
Fourth Pick: Tampa Bay - Calvin Johnson - WR

[MungoD]

what site are you on dangerous ?

[DangerousRFC]

I use www.nfluk.com but this one is on www.uknflfan.com

[MungoD]

I use www.nfluk.com but this one is on www.uknflfan.com

was gonna say cos i look and sometime post on nfluk but coulnt see it....the other is invite only so cant see your mock etc

[DangerousRFC]

was gonna say cos i look and sometime post on nfluk but coulnt see it....the other is invite only so cant see your mock etc

What username do you use on nfluk?

Our invite system is bust on uknflfan at the moment as we've just transferred to the worst host in the history of the world it seems, at 3pm everyday the site crashes, and everything else has gone **** up with it. :(

[majesstik1]

:sad: I take it nobody is interested then. :hide:

I'm not quite sure I know what it is you're doing. It seems to be an interactive draft game of sorts...when is your pick?

[DangerousRFC]

I'm not quite sure I know what it is you're doing. It seems to be an interactive draft game of sorts...when is your pick?

Hi,

There are 32 people from one site (uknflfan.com) who have all been given their own team to draft the first 3 rounds for.

(Unfortunately our invite system is bust, so you can't view at this moment in time, but I will post the updates on this thread)

As a rookie to drafting and as a complete newcomer to College Football I was just basically looking for advice on who to draft and who would be good selections.

The draft is basically going to be rated on the needs for each teams needs etc rather than just picking 3 good players who maybe your team really doesn't need.

Each player gets up to 8 hours on the clock and unfortunately, Arizona have been on for about 4 now with no picks, so the guy picking for them obviously isn't around at the moment as I was hoping to pick today, so looks like tomorrow now.

I will update our draft as and when people draft.

I know you have posted some really good stuff on this thread already majestic :worthy: which is great, but any further help is greatly appreciated.

I'm reading all these arguments about why to draft player A and not player B, and why we should draft player C and not player D, E, F or G in round 2 etc, and as I said before, I can only go by what I read and see on here and the brief clips I have available on YouTube etc. I have the Senior Bowl and practice drills all on DVD, but I just haven't had time to watch them all yet.

See it's obvious to me from watching several of our games from last year, our D line needs help, we need a big playing CB as well as more depth, a hard hitting, tough tackling, hard blitzing Safety would be very welcome, as would an ILB or OLB for our 3-4 D. But where is the depth, can I pick up a DE in round 2 or 3 over Carricker and go with CB or S in 1, or do I go with the ILB/OLB in one or hope to get one in two? etc etc! I'm definitely for drafting Defence in the first two rounds and then going with BPA from there.

It's quite difficult though when you don't see these guys week in week out over here.

:sflogo:

[majesstik1]

Just don't waste our 1st rounder on Alan Branch. That kid is lazy. You can get a space eater later in the draft for a better value.

Since there is no free agency involved, I'd say your greatest need to address would either be a pass rushing LB, or a WR.

In the real draft, I hope we get Carriker, but I don't know if he's going to score you the 'wow' points you need to win this thing. It's hard to guess how knowledgable the people you are competing against are, so I'll get back to you when your pick is close, and we'll see who's available.

[DangerousRFC]

I'm up against really knowledgable guys who spend half their living lives studying, watching and playing Gridiron. Most have subscriptions to the NFL network, and DVD service for College and NFL teams.

I wish I had the time to be like that, but I just can't fit it in at the minute.

I reckon I'll be on the clock early to mid morning UK time tomorrow.

[majesstik1]

I'm up against really knowledgable guys who spend half their living lives studying, watching and playing Gridiron. Most have subscriptions to the NFL network, and DVD service for College and NFL teams.

I wish I had the time to be like that, but I just can't fit it in at the minute.

I reckon I'll be on the clock early to mid morning UK time tomorrow.

If the people you're playing are knowledgable, then Carriker may be your best bet. There are no 1st round OLB prospects worth the #11. Carriker upgrades our DL, and can rush the passer from that position, as well as hold the point of attack and stop the run. Robert Meachem, Patrick Willis, LaRon Landry, Dwayne Bowe, and Leon Hall would be my choices after Carriker. But, it sounds like we're not a front office that's interested in drafting CBs in the first round.

[kavaholic]

Here's a target list of sorts for you:

Round 1 Pick #11
My personal favorite for the 11th pick is Adam Carriker, DE from Nebraska. He's a massive man, and has dominated every OL he's faced. Now, he's doing it in the Senior Bowl practices. At the moment, he's not the popular choice on this board, but you'll begin hearing his name creeping up the 'experts' boards by the time the Senior Bowl and combine conclude.
Other choices (in order): LaRon Landry(S-LSU), Patrick Willis(ILB-Ole Miss), Leon Hall(CB-Michigan), Robert Meachem(WR-Tennessee), Dwayne Bowe(WR-LSU), Reggie Nelson(S-Florida).

I personally like L.Landry or R.Nelson with this pick. We need a big playmaker on our defense. Anyone of these 2 will be that playmaker.



Round 2 Pick #42
If I was able to land Carriker in round one, I'd probably look to the outsides, and see what was available at CB and WR. Safety and linebacker are other places to keep an eye on. Having said that, my targets would be (in order): Aaron Ross(CB-Texas), Eric Weddle(S-Utah), David Irons(CB-Auburn), Marcus McCauley(CB-Fresno St), Jason Hill(WR-Washington St), Anthony Spencer(DE/LB-Purdue), Craig Davis(WR/KR-LSU), Jonathan Wade(CB-Tennessee), and Fred Bennett(CB-South Carolina).

I personally like Craig Davis with this pick. We need more talent on the WR roster. Craig Davis has more potential than any other WR that will be drafted in the 2nd round (assuming Sidney Rice is not around).

Round 3 Pick #71
If DE and CB are addressed, then it's all about Best Player Available from here on out. In order, target: Sabby Piscitelli(S-Oregon St), Paul Williams(WR-Fresno St), Marcus Thomas(DT/DE-Florida), Justin Harrell(NT-Tennessee), Desmond Bishop(ILB-Cal), Eric Frampton(S-Washington St), John Wendling(S-Wyoming), Aundrae Allison(WR-East Carolina), Kenny Scott(CB-Georgia Tech), Courtney Taylor(WR-Auburn), and Marvin White(S-TCU).

I like Desmond Bishop with this pick. This guy will be a great replacement for D.Smith. He's athletic and plays well in coverage. He could learn alot from guys like Smith and Moore. He'll be a solid player in years to come.

Round 4 Picks #101 (from WAS), #107, and #121
It's possible one of the afformentioned players slips to here, if not look for: Brian Robinson(DE/LB-Texas), Prescott Burgess(OLB-Michgan), David Ball(WR-New Hampshire), Kareem Brown(DE/DT-Miami), C.J. Wilson(CB-Baylor), Jay Alford(DT/DE-Penn St), Stewart Bradley(OLB-Nebraska), Eric Wright(CB-UNLV), James Marten(RT-Boston College), Kyle Young(C/G/RT-Fresno St), Corey Hilliard(RT-Oklahoma St), and Enoka Lucas(C-Oregon).
I like a guy named TRAVAROUS BAIN. He's a CB from Hampton. This guy is gonna be a steal!!
Samson Satele is another guy that will be a great addition to our team. If this guy is still around at this pick, we gotta grab him. With rumors of trading Justin Smiley, I think this guy will be a great backup to Larry Allen and David Baas.

Round 5 Pick #138
Targets: Conrad Bolston(NT-Maryland), Stephen Heyer(RT-Maryland), Matt Trannon(WR-Michigan St), Justin Hickman(DE/LB-UCLA), Antonio Johnson(NT-Mississippi St), Quentin Echols(NT-Kansas St), Dwayne Wright(RB-Fresno St), Brandon Jackson(RB-Nebraska), Selvin Young(RB/KR-Texas), Jason Snelling(RB/FB-Virginia), and Mansfield Wrotto(G-Georgia Tech).

Round 6 Pick #172
Targets: Daren Stone(S-Maine), Paul Soliai(NT-Utah), Clifton Ryan(DT-Michigan St), Victor DeGrate(DE/LB-Oklahoma St), Kelly Talavou(DT-Utah), Ameer Ismail(ILB-Western Michigan), Jacoby Jones(WR-Lane), Craig Dahl(S-North Dakota St), Rory Johnson(OLB-Ole Miss), John Talley(CB-Duke), Ryne Robinson(KR/WR-Miami of Ohio), Curtis Brown(RB-BYU), Mike Otto(LT-Purdue), Mark Fenton(C-Colorado), Jeremy Clark(NT-Alabama), and Anthony Arline(CB-Baylor).

This a great draft overlook!!

[DangerousRFC]

OK, things have got moving again, take a look at it so far.

Round One:

First Pick: Oakland - JaMarcus Russell - QB
Second Pick: Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE
Third Pick: Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT
Fourth Pick: Tampa Bay - Calvin Johnson - WR
Fifth Pick: Arizona - Alan Branch - DT
Sixth Pick: Washington - Jamaal Anderson - DE
Seventh Pick: Minnesota - Adrian Peterson - RB
Eighth Pick: Houston - Brady Quinn - QB

The Miami Dolphins are on the clock, so I should be on anywhere from 8am UK time onwards!

[DangerousRFC]

OK, things have got moving again, take a look at it so far.

Round One:

First Pick: Oakland - JaMarcus Russell - QB
Second Pick: Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE
Third Pick: Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT
Fourth Pick: Tampa Bay - Calvin Johnson - WR
Fifth Pick: Arizona - Alan Branch - DT
Sixth Pick: Washington - Jamaal Anderson - DE
Seventh Pick: Minnesota - Adrian Peterson - RB
Eighth Pick: Houston - Brady Quinn - QB

The Miami Dolphins are on the clock, so I should be on anywhere from 8am UK time onwards!

OK, I'm about go go OTC.

Miami selected Okoye with the 9th pick.

Atlanta are on the clock and the guy who's drafting for them has already been online ready to make his pick.

I'm thinking he'll go for Nelson or Landry, which leaves me a choice between, Carricker, Nelson/Landry and possibly Willis? Do you think Willis is going to be too high to go #11?

[DangerousRFC]

Atlanta pick Reggie Nelson with the 10th pick of the draft.

I am now OTC.

[DangerousRFC]

Niners fans, meet your selected Number one draft pick from our game over here.

http://i.a.cnn.net/si/2005/writers/cory_mccartney/09/21/conference.calls/Carriker-9.21.jpg


Round 1

1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell - QB - LSU
2. Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE - Clemson
3. Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT - Wisconsin
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson - WR - Georgia Tech
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch - DT - Michigan
6. Washington Redskins - Jamaal Anderson - DE - Arkansas
7. Minnesota Vikings - Adrian Peterson - RB - Oklahoma
8. Houston Texans - Brady Quinn - QB - Notre Dame
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye - DT - Louisville
10. Atlanta Falcons - Reggie Nelson - S - Florida
11. San Francisco 49ers - Adam Carriker - DE - Nebraska
12. Buffalo Bills - Patrick Willis - LB - Ole' Miss

My basic reasoning, with a little help from Majestic and other sources..

As there appear to be no 1st round OLB prospects worth the #11. Carriker upgrades our DL, and can rush the passer from that position, as well as hold the point of attack and stop the run.

Last season we had no pass rush what-so-ever, and QB's were raping our secondary for fun, so this just seems like common sense to me, and who better to groom him into the role than Bryant Young. Also this may lead to Carriker possibly drawing double teams on him, which if so, could well open some gaps for our linebackers to get to the QB's, as well as getting there himself when in single and possibly double team situations.

He's earnt rave reviews from the Senior Bowl and will fit the 3-4 Defence we are running perfectly.

FA will address some (hopefully most or all) of our needs, but I feel this is the best man for our Defence at this point.

[majesstik1]

Niners fans, meet your selected Number one draft pick from our game over here.

Round 1

1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell - QB - LSU
2. Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE - Clemson
3. Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT - Wisconsin
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson - WR - Georgia Tech
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch - DT - Michigan
6. Washington Redskins - Jamaal Anderson - DE - Arkansas
7. Minnesota Vikings - Adrian Peterson - RB - Oklahoma
8. Houston Texans - Brady Quinn - QB - Notre Dame
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye - DT - Louisville
10. Atlanta Falcons - Reggie Nelson - S - Florida
11. San Francisco 49ers - Adam Carriker - DE - Nebraska
12. Buffalo Bills - Patrick Willis - LB - Ole' Miss

My basic reasoning, with a little help from Majestic and other sources..

As there appear to be no 1st round OLB prospects worth the #11. Carriker upgrades our DL, and can rush the passer from that position, as well as hold the point of attack and stop the run.

Last season we had no pass rush what-so-ever, and QB's were raping our secondary for fun, so this just seems like common sense to me, and who better to groom him into the role than Bryant Young. Also this may lead to Carriker possibly drawing double teams on him, which if so, could well open some gaps for our linebackers to get to the QB's, as well as getting there himself when in single and possibly double team situations.

He's earnt rave reviews from the Senior Bowl and will fit the 3-4 Defence we are running perfectly.

FA will address some (hopefully most or all) of our needs, but I feel this is the best man for our Defence at this point.

:clapping: :clapping: :clapping: :clapping:

[Bdogg]

GREAT PICK!!!!!:doubleup: :doubleup: :doubleup:

[Ronin 49er]

Yeah I think that pick works given the time frame we're in right now, with limited FA movements in the league.

It'll be interesting where the next WR's, CB's, and S's go in the next round.

[DangerousRFC]

Latest....

1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell - QB - LSU
2. Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE - Clemson
3. Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT - Wisconsin
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson - WR - Georgia Tech
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch - DT - Michigan
6. Washington Redskins - Jamaal Anderson - DE - Arkansas
7. Minnesota Vikings - Adrian Peterson - RB - Oklahoma
8. Houston Texans - Brady Quinn - QB - Notre Dame
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye - DT - Louisville
10. Atlanta Falcons - Reggie Nelson - S - Florida
11. San Francisco 49ers - Adam Carriker - DE - Nebraska
12. Buffalo Bills - Patrick Willis - LB - Ole' Miss
13. St Louis Rams - LaRon Landry - S - LSU
14. Carolina Panthers - Levi Brown - OT - Penn State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers - Justin Blalock - OG - Texas

Green Bay are on the clock, and I expect them to pick Marshawn Lynch.

[DangerousRFC]

1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell - QB - LSU
2. Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE - Clemson
3. Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT - Wisconsin
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson - WR - Georgia Tech
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch - DT - Michigan
6. Washington Redskins - Jamaal Anderson - DE - Arkansas
7. Minnesota Vikings - Adrian Peterson - RB - Oklahoma
8. Houston Texans - Brady Quinn - QB - Notre Dame
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye - DT - Louisville
10. Atlanta Falcons - Reggie Nelson - S - Florida
11. San Francisco 49ers - Adam Carriker - DE - Nebraska
12. Buffalo Bills - Patrick Willis - LB - Ole' Miss
13. St Louis Rams - LaRon Landry - S - LSU
14. Carolina Panthers - Levi Brown - OT - Penn State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers - Justin Blalock - OG - Texas
16. Green Bay Packers - Marshawn Lynch - RB - Cal
17. Jacksonville Jaguars - Jarvis Moss - DE - Florida

Cincinatti are OTC.

[DangerousRFC]

Latest.......

Round 1

1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell - QB - LSU
2. Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE - Clemson
3. Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT - Wisconsin
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson - WR - Georgia Tech
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch - DT - Michigan
6. Washington Redskins - Jamaal Anderson - DE - Arkansas
7. Minnesota Vikings - Adrian Peterson - RB - Oklahoma
8. Houston Texans - Brady Quinn - QB - Notre Dame
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye - DT - Louisville
10. Atlanta Falcons - Reggie Nelson - S - Florida
11. San Francisco 49ers - Adam Carriker - DE - Nebraska
12. Buffalo Bills - Patrick Willis - LB - Ole' Miss
13. St Louis Rams - LaRon Landry - S - LSU
14. Carolina Panthers - Levi Brown - OT - Penn State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers - Justin Blalock - OG - Texas
16. Green Bay Packers - Marshawn Lynch - RB - Cal
17. Jacksonville Jaguars - Jarvis Moss - DE - Florida
18. Cincinnati Bengals - Leon Hall - CB - Michigan
19. Tennessee Titans - Dwayne Jarrett - WR - USC
20. New York Giants - Darrelle Revis - CB - Pitt
21. Denver Broncos - Ted Ginn Jr. - WR - Ohio State
22. Dallas Cowboys - Michael Griffin - S - Texas
23. Kansas City Chiefs - Aaron Ross - CB - Texas
24. New England Patriots (f/Sea) - Anthony Spencer - DE/OLB - Purdue
25. New York Jets - Daymeion Hughes - CB - Cal
26. Philadelphia Eagles - Lawrence Timmons - LB - Florida State
27. New Orleans Saints - Paul Posluszny - LB - Penn State
28. New England Patriots - Brian Leonard - RB/FB/H-Back - Rutgers
29. Baltimore Ravens - Rufus Alexander - LB - Oklahoma
30. San Diego Chargers
31. Chicago Bears
32. Indianapolis Colts

[majesstik1]

NYG got a steal.

Whoever is ruining the Patriots needs to be slapped.

[DangerousRFC]

OK, swiftly moving along still we have entered the 2nd round this morning.

Round 1

1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell - QB - LSU
2. Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE - Clemson
3. Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT - Wisconsin
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson - WR - Georgia Tech
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch - DT - Michigan
6. Washington Redskins - Jamaal Anderson - DE - Arkansas
7. Minnesota Vikings - Adrian Peterson - RB - Oklahoma
8. Houston Texans - Brady Quinn - QB - Notre Dame
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye - DT - Louisville
10. Atlanta Falcons - Reggie Nelson - S - Florida
11. San Francisco 49ers - Adam Carriker - DE - Nebraska
12. Buffalo Bills - Patrick Willis - LB - Ole' Miss
13. St Louis Rams - LaRon Landry - S - LSU
14. Carolina Panthers - Levi Brown - OT - Penn State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers - Justin Blalock - OG - Texas
16. Green Bay Packers - Marshawn Lynch - RB - Cal
17. Jacksonville Jaguars - Jarvis Moss - DE - Florida
18. Cincinnati Bengals - Leon Hall - CB - Michigan
19. Tennessee Titans - Dwayne Jarrett - WR - USC
20. New York Giants - Darrelle Revis - CB - Pitt
21. Denver Broncos - Ted Ginn Jr. - WR - Ohio State
22. Dallas Cowboys - Michael Griffin - S - Texas
23. Kansas City Chiefs - Aaron Ross - CB - Texas
24. New England Patriots (f/Sea) - Anthony Spencer - DE/OLB - Purdue
25. New York Jets - Daymeion Hughes - CB - Cal
26. Philadelphia Eagles - Lawrence Timmons - LB - Florida State
27. New Orleans Saints - Paul Posluszny - LB - Penn State
28. New England Patriots - Brian Leonard - RB/FB/H-Back - Rutgers
29. Baltimore Ravens - Rufus Alexander - LB - Oklahoma
30. San Diego Chargers - Dwayne Bowe - WR - LSU
31. Chicago Bears - Aaron Sears - T/G - Tennessee
32. Indianapolis Colts - Brandon Siler - LB - Florida


Round 2

33. Oakland Raiders - Tony Ugoh - OT - Arkansas
34. Detroit Lions - Sidney Rice - WR - South Carolina
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
36. Cleveland Browns
37. Arizona Cardinals
38. New York Jets (f/Was)
39. Minnesota Vikings
40. Houston Texans
41. Miami Dolphins
42. Atlanta Falcons
43. San Francisco 49ers

OK, With #43 I am looking at still addressing the Defence, so I have the following that I'm now scouting opinions for.

Aaron Ross CB Texas 2
Eric Weddle S Utah 2
David Irons CB Auburn 2
Marcus McCauley CB Fresno State 2
Anthony Spencer DE/OLB Purdue 2
Jonathon Wade CB Tennessee 2
Fred Bennett CB South Carolina 2
Brandon Merriweather S

[Corky]

If WR Meacham falls to you - it would be an ideal pick up in the second

[DEANeYeD29]

If WR Meacham falls to you - it would be an ideal pick up in the second

I agree but addressing the defense you have to look at Meriweather 1st and David Irons second IMO

[majesstik1]

If WR Meacham falls to you - it would be an ideal pick up in the second

:doubleup:

If Meachem is there, you have to take him. I have a 10-15 grade on him right now.

Otherwise, I'd go Meriweather, Kalil, McCauley, Mebane, Woodley...in that order.

[DangerousRFC]

Been thinking about this and have read a few reports that Meacham goes in the first, so may be he's fell under the UK radar.

If indeed he does fall to me, I then need to scout for a Safety or Corner Back in the 3rd round, because I was thinking of going Safety/CB in 2 and then WR in 3.


I'm thinking the Vikings may pick him before he gets to me though.

I shall keep you updated tomorrow!

[FantomFortyNiner]

I'd go with Eric Weddle if Meacham is gone.

[DangerousRFC]

Weddle has gone.

Round 1

1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell - QB - LSU
2. Detroit Lions - Gaines Adams - DE - Clemson
3. Cleveland Browns - Joe Thomas - OT - Wisconsin
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson - WR - Georgia Tech
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch - DT - Michigan
6. Washington Redskins - Jamaal Anderson - DE - Arkansas
7. Minnesota Vikings - Adrian Peterson - RB - Oklahoma
8. Houston Texans - Brady Quinn - QB - Notre Dame
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye - DT - Louisville
10. Atlanta Falcons - Reggie Nelson - S - Florida
11. San Francisco 49ers - Adam Carriker - DE - Nebraska
12. Buffalo Bills - Patrick Willis - LB - Ole' Miss
13. St Louis Rams - LaRon Landry - S - LSU
14. Carolina Panthers - Levi Brown - OT - Penn State
15. Pittsburgh Steelers - Justin Blalock - OG - Texas
16. Green Bay Packers - Marshawn Lynch - RB - Cal
17. Jacksonville Jaguars - Jarvis Moss - DE - Florida
18. Cincinnati Bengals - Leon Hall - CB - Michigan
19. Tennessee Titans - Dwayne Jarrett - WR - USC
20. New York Giants - Darrelle Revis - CB - Pitt
21. Denver Broncos - Ted Ginn Jr. - WR - Ohio State
22. Dallas Cowboys - Michael Griffin - S - Texas
23. Kansas City Chiefs - Aaron Ross - CB - Texas
24. New England Patriots (f/Sea) - Anthony Spencer - DE/OLB - Purdue
25. New York Jets - Daymeion Hughes - CB - Cal
26. Philadelphia Eagles - Lawrence Timmons - LB - Florida State
27. New Orleans Saints - Paul Posluszny - LB - Penn State
28. New England Patriots - Brian Leonard - RB/FB/H-Back - Rutgers
29. Baltimore Ravens - Rufus Alexander - LB - Oklahoma
30. San Diego Chargers - Dwayne Bowe - WR - LSU
31. Chicago Bears - Aaron Sears - T/G - Tennessee
32. Indianapolis Colts - Brandon Siler - LB - Florida


Round 2

33. Oakland Raiders - Tony Ugoh - OT - Arkansas
34. Detroit Lions - Sidney Rice - WR - South Carolina
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Victor Abiamiri - DE - Notre Dame
36. Cleveland Browns - Eric Weddle - CB - Utah

[majesstik1]

At least Detroit waited a round before going WR again :laugh:

[DangerousRFC]

Round 2

33. Oakland Raiders - Tony Ugoh - OT - Arkansas
34. Detroit Lions - Sidney Rice - WR - South Carolina
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Victor Abiamiri - DE - Notre Dame
36. Cleveland Browns - Eric Weddle - CB/S - Utah
37. Arizona Cardinals - Joe Staley - OT - Central Michigan
38. New York Jets (f/Was) - Lamarr Woodley - DE/LB - Michigan
39. Minnesota Vikings - Robert Meachem - WR - Tennessee

[DangerousRFC]

My second round picks are slowly disappearing, however, with 3 people to pick before myself, I still have the following to choose from:

Brandon Merriweather - S
Aaron Ross - CB
David Irons - CB
Marcus McCauley - CB
Jonathon Wade - CB

Suggestions....?

[DEANeYeD29]

My second round picks are slowly disappearing, however, with 3 people to pick before myself, I still have the following to choose from:

Brandon Merriweather - S
Aaron Ross - CB
David Irons - CB
Marcus McCauley - CB
Jonathon Wade - CB

Suggestions....?

Meriweather first but, Aaron Ross would be a nice addition if we didnt get a CB in Free Agency...look into a DT as well

[DangerousRFC]

Chris Houston? Anybody think he's worthy of the 2nd rounder?

Here's the latest Round 2 draft...

Round 2

33. Oakland Raiders - Tony Ugoh - OT - Arkansas
34. Detroit Lions - Sidney Rice - WR - South Carolina
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Victor Abiamiri - DE - Notre Dame
36. Cleveland Browns - Eric Weddle - CB - Utah
37. Arizona Cardinals - Joe Staley - OT - Central Michigan
38. New York Jets (f/Was) - Lamarr Woodley - DE/LB - Michigan
39. Minnesota Vikings - Robert Meachem - WR - Tennessee
40. Houston Texans - Ryan Harris - OT - Notre Dame
41. Miami Dolphins - Ryan Kalil - C - USC
42. Atlanta Falcons
43. San Francisco 49ers

[majesstik1]

Meriweather
Ross
McCauley
Mebane
D. Irons
Rouse

[DEANeYeD29]

Meriweather
Ross
McCauley
Mebane
D. Irons
Rouse

agreed

[DangerousRFC]

49er fans...... meet your second round draft pick from our game!

With their second round pick, The San Francisco 49ers take a bit of a gamble and draft:

Brandon Meriweather from Miami (FL)

http://www.accrofoot.com/uploads/MeriweatherBrandon-lg.jpg

The 49ers need help in their secondary and it starts with this guy, touted as one of the best safeties in the college season for 2006, off-field and one major onfield incident has probably accounted for his drop in the draft. However, I'm willing to take the chance on him and give him a chance to prove himself that he is good enough to play in the NFL and isn't a walking 15 yard penalty.

He is also very versatile and could also line up at CB if required to do so as well as both Safety roles.

[majesstik1]

:clapping: :clapping: :clapping: :clapping:

This is looking like my "Blueprint".

I wonder if Irons will last til the third in this.

[DangerousRFC]

Time to start scouting for the 3rd!!

We only get 4 hours on the clock in the 3rd as opposed to 8 in the 1st and 2nd.

[DangerousRFC]

Round 2 latest

33. Oakland Raiders - Tony Ugoh - OT - Arkansas
34. Detroit Lions - Sidney Rice - WR - South Carolina
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Victor Abiamiri - DE - Notre Dame
36. Cleveland Browns - Eric Weddle - CB - Utah
37. Arizona Cardinals - Joe Staley - OT - Central Michigan
38. New York Jets (f/Was) - Lamarr Woodley - DE/LB - Michigan
39. Minnesota Vikings - Robert Meachem - WR - Tennessee
40. Houston Texans - Ryan Harris - OT - Notre Dame
41. Miami Dolphins - Ryan Kalil - C - USC
42. Atlanta Falcons - Tank Tyler - DT - NC State
43. San Francisco 49ers - Brandon Merriweather - S - Miami (Fl)
44. Buffalo Bills - Zach Miller - TE - Arizona State
45. St Louis Rams - Jon Beason - OLB - Miami (Fla)
46. Carolina Panthers - Quentin Mozes - DE - Georgia
47. Green Bay Packers - Greg Olsen - TE - Miami (Fla)

[majesstik1]

Well, since you can't sign AT in this, I'd recommend getting a pass-rush backer. Then, you'll have addressed each level on the defense.

Do the teams that have traded picks in the real NFL still have their picks in this game, or does TB have two 2nd rounders?

[DangerousRFC]

Well, since you can't sign AT in this, I'd recommend getting a pass-rush backer. Then, you'll have addressed each level on the defense.

Do the teams that have traded picks in the real NFL still have their picks in this game, or does TB have two 2nd rounders?

TB still has 2 picks according to our list.


Round 2

33. Oakland Raiders - Tony Ugoh - OT - Arkansas
34. Detroit Lions - Sidney Rice - WR - South Carolina
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Victor Abiamiri - DE - Notre Dame
36. Cleveland Browns - Eric Weddle - CB - Utah
37. Arizona Cardinals - Joe Staley - OT - Central Michigan
38. New York Jets (f/Was) - Lamarr Woodley - DE/LB - Michigan
39. Minnesota Vikings - Robert Meachem - WR - Tennessee
40. Houston Texans - Ryan Harris - OT - Notre Dame
41. Miami Dolphins - Ryan Kalil - C - USC
42. Atlanta Falcons - Tank Tyler - DT - NC State
43. San Francisco 49ers - Brandon Merriweather - S - Miami (Fl)
44. Buffalo Bills - Zach Miller - TE - Arizona State
45. St Louis Rams - Jon Beason - OLB - Miami (Fla)
46. Carolina Panthers - Quentin Mozes - DE - Georgia
47. Green Bay Packers - Greg Olsen - TE - Miami (Fla)
48. Pittsburgh Steelers
49. Jacksonville Jaguars
50. Cincinnati Bengals
51. Tennessee Titans
52. New York Giants
53. Denver Broncos
54. Dallas Cowboys
55. Kansas City Chiefs
56. Seattle Seahawks
57. New York Jets
58. New Orleans Saints
59. Philadelphia Eagles
60. New England Patriots
61. Baltimore Ravens
62. San Diego Chargers
63. Chicago Bears
64. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (f/Ind)

And Round 3...


Round 3

65. Oakland Raiders
66. Detroit Lions
67. Cleveland Browns
68. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
69. Arizona Cardinals
70. Denver Broncos (f/Was)
71. Minnesota Vikings
72. Houston Texans
73. Miami Dolphins
74. Atlanta Falcons
75. San Francisco 49ers
76. Buffalo Bills
77. St Louis Rams
78. Carolina Panthers
79. Green Bay Packers
80. Pittsburgh Steelers
81. Jacksonville Jaguars
82. Tennessee Titans
83. New York Giants
84. Denver Broncos
85. Dallas Cowboys
86. Kansas City Chiefs
87. Seattle Seahawks
88. New York Jets
89. New Orleans Saints
90. Philadelphia Eagles
91. New England Patriots
92. Baltimore Ravens
93. San Diego Chargers
94. Chicago Bears
95. Indianapolis Colts

[majesstik1]

Too bad this isn't a 4 round game, so you could get our 2 extra picks.

[Tex99]

What`s with the compensation Picks in this game?

Wouldn`t he have an extra third rounder for JP?

wfg

[Mr Spoons]

What`s with the compensation Picks in this game?

Wouldn`t he have an extra third rounder for JP?

wfg

No-one knows yet...they haven't been announced.

Everyone is assuming we are, but only the NFL know for sure and they ain't telling for another month or so.

[Tex99]

No-one knows yet...they haven't been announced.

Everyone is assuming we are, but only the NFL know for sure and they ain't telling for another month or so.

i see, thx for the information!

wfg

[DangerousRFC]

Round 3 is about to start, we are now on a 4 hour clock.

Full update to follow as soon as our site is backup and running, we are having a few technical problems.

[DangerousRFC]

Round 2

33. Oakland Raiders - Tony Ugoh - OT - Arkansas
34. Detroit Lions - Sidney Rice - WR - South Carolina
35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Victor Abiamiri - DE - Notre Dame
36. Cleveland Browns - Eric Weddle - CB - Utah
37. Arizona Cardinals - Joe Staley - OT - Central Michigan
38. New York Jets (f/Was) - Lamarr Woodley - DE/LB - Michigan
39. Minnesota Vikings - Robert Meachem - WR - Tennessee
40. Houston Texans - Ryan Harris - OT - Notre Dame
41. Miami Dolphins - Ryan Kalil - C - USC
42. Atlanta Falcons - Tank Tyler - DT - NC State
43. San Francisco 49ers - Brandon Merriweather - S - Miami (Fl)
44. Buffalo Bills - Zach Miller - TE - Arizona State
45. St Louis Rams - Jon Beason - OLB - Miami (Fla)
46. Carolina Panthers - Quentin Mozes - DE - Georgia
47. Green Bay Packers - Greg Olsen - TE - Miami (Fla)
48. Pittsburgh Steelers - Marcus McCauley - CB - Fresno State
49. Jacksonville Jaguars - Drew Stanton - QB - Michigan State
50. Cincinnati Bengals - Quinn Pitcock - DT - Ohio State
51. Tennessee Titans - Ben Grubbs - G - Auburn
52. New York Giants - Earl Everett - OLB - Florida
53. Denver Broncos - Kenny Irons - RB - Auburn
54. Dallas Cowboys - Anthony Gonzales - WR - Ohio State
55. Kansas City Chiefs - Johnnie Lee Higgins Jr - WR - UTEP
56. Seattle Seahawks - Josh Beekman - OG - Boston College
57. New York Jets - Justin Harrell - DT - Tennessee
58. New Orleans Saints - Chris Houston - CB - Arkansas
59. Philadelphia Eagles - Aaron Rouse - S - Virginia Tech
60. New England Patriots - Buster Davis - ILB - Florida State
61. Baltimore Ravens - Baraka Atkins - DE - Miami (Fl)
62. San Diego Chargers - H.B Blades - LB - Pittsburgh
63. Chicago Bears - Craig "Buster" Davis - WR - LSU
64. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (f/Ind)

[majesstik1]

53. Denver Broncos - Kenny Irons - RB - Auburn

Gawd, I hope he goes to a ZBS team. He'll be a star in DEN's system.

[Nilsen31]

Pick Jon Abbate!!

[DangerousRFC]

Round 3

65. Oakland Raiders - Michael Bush - RB - Louisville
66. Detroit Lions - Kevin Kolb - QB - Houston
67. Cleveland Browns - Ryan McBean - DE - Oklahoma State
68. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - John Wendling - S - Wyoming
69. Arizona Cardinals - Josh Wilson - CB - Maryland
70. Denver Broncos (f/Was) - Michael Johnson - S - Arizona
71. Minnesota Vikings - Matt Spaeth - TE - Minnesota
72. Houston Texans - Jason Hill - WR - Washington State
73. Miami Dolphins - Eric Wright - CB - UNLV
74. Atlanta Falcons - Tim Crowder - DE - Texas
75. San Francisco 49ers -

OK guys, I will be OTC first thing in the morning here, any chance you guys could shove a little more input into here for me to have a read of and decide in the morning, I'm off to bed now.

I'm stuck between Wade, Irons and Johnson

What are your breakdowns/differences between Wade and Irons?

Cheers

Brian

[majesstik1]

I'm stuck between Wade, Irons and Johnson

What are your breakdowns/differences between Wade and Irons?

Cheers

Brian

Wade has been unspectacular most of his career, some scouts speculate he only 'showed up' his senior year to get a better NFL check. Irons on the other hand, has fought his way to where he is, and is one of the most refined CBs in this year's draft. Towrds the end of the season, he tried baiting QBs too much, and gave up a couple of big plays. Irons isn't a big INT guy, but he's good at knocking the ball down, or tackling a WR immediately if he makes the catch. And, despite his smaller stature, is a fierce hitter, and willing in run support.

Now, on to your draft. Since you've already addressed DL and S/CB, I recommend going after a pass rusher (unless this game takes into account who we'll sign in FA). If it's based on the rosters as they are, you need a pass rush specialist.

I recommend:

Stewart Bradley, OLB, Nebraska

Positives: Has a developing frame that could add another 20 pounds for a possible move to rush end, with no loss in quickness...Has an athletic, big physique for a linebacker, with good upper body muscle definition, tight waist and hips, good bubble, strong lower body frame and only 10 percent body fat...Has adequate timed speed, but keeps plays in front of him and has a good short-area closing burst...Works well in space, showing fluid change of direction agility...Has the balance and body control to stay on the hips of the tight ends and backs in the short-area passing game...Uses his hands effectively to press and reroute...Chases hard and shows good urgency getting to the ball...Hits with pop on contact and has the strong hands and technique to jar the ball loose from the ball carrier (four fumble recoveries, three forced fumbles in 2006)...Smart, instinctive player who reads schemes well and is alert to play-action and misdirection...Explodes behind his hits and uses his strength in attempts to wrap...Has the body control to break down in the open field and improved his ability to take angles when making plays in space (did not overrun the play as much in 2006 than he did in the past)...Will face up and wrap with intent to punish...Has a good work ethic who puts in extra hours in the weight and film rooms...Has good vision to quickly locate and close on the ball...Makes good body adjustments on the run and is quick to react to misdirection...Plays the run with good stoutness at the point of attack, using his hands and upper body strength to stack and control...Has enough upper body strength to split double teams and clog the inside rush lanes...Holds his ground firmly at the point of attack and is active with his hands in attempts to shed...While he won't hesitate to take on blockers, his instincts lets him make plays when unblocked due to his quick read-and-react ability, compensating for a lack of blazing speed...Won't blow up ball carriers in his tackles, but will secure and drag down...Can throw and jerk blockers, if needed, but prefers to fend off, play off and close in on the ball rather than stay and offer combat...Has the functional burst to close on running plays along the edge and has the range to string plays out and take away the cutback lanes...Will get a little out of control in his pursuit at times, but has the athletic agility to recover...Keeps his pad level down to make plays down the line of scrimmage and move through traffic (makes a lot of east/west plays)...Knows how to pick up his feet to avoid trash...Has the loose hips to get depth in his pass drops, but is better playing in the zone than in man coverage...Understands zone concepts and is alert to switch-offs, but needs to continue working on taking better angles...Very effective on stunts, especially when unblocked and uses his hands effectively to squeeze through the rush lanes...Shows good anticipation and explosiveness on the blitz (can dog inside or off the edge)...Has the speed to flush the quarterback out of the pocket.

Negatives: Durability is a slight concern due to his 2005 and prep school injuries...Has adequate timed speed and a decent straight-line burst, but lacks suddenness moving from sideline-to-sideline...Lacks natural hands and fails to extend for the ball outside his frame (several pass deflections could have been interceptions, but he bobbled and double-caught the ball)...Can keep relationship with the tight ends and backs in the short area, but loses sight of the ball in flight and doesn't have the timed speed to mirror receivers past the second level...Has good strength, but doesn't always deliver crunching hits to drive back the ball carrier (more of a wrap-up type)...Has improved in this area, but still takes some poor angles in pursuit, causing him to out-run the plays at times...Eyeballs the quarterback too long working in the deep secondary, allowing the receiver to get behind him (struggles to recover when beaten)...Better making plays in backside pursuit or on the edge, as he will get a little reckless closing in space.

Compares To: SCOTT FUJITA-New Orleans...Bradley has a well-built frame with valid read-and-react instincts. He is very effective in backside pursuit or making plays in front of him, but will struggle in man coverage, as he peeks into the backfield too long, letting the receiver get behind him. He has some durability issues, but played pain-free in 2006. He hits with good pop on contact and is very effective pressuring the pocket when unblocked. With more teams emphasizing the edge rush, Bradley has room on his frame to add more bulk if a team wants to utilize him as a situational rusher. He plays with a high motor and can also contribute as a gunner on special teams. For teams looking for consistent, steady play, Bradley is a nice fit. He is just not going to punish people on a consistent basis, but will make his fair share on non-flashy plays. - nfldraftscout.com

[DangerousRFC]

ahh poop, I didn't see this before I drafted!

With their 3rd round selection the San Francisco 49ers draft Charles Johnson DE from Georgia.

[img=http://www.orlandosentinel.com/media/photo/2004-10/14878598.jpg]

Now this pick for me is all about BPA, I really wanted to address our secondary further at this point, but reading up on this guy on various different sites, he's tipped as a late first rounder, possibly dropping to the top of the 2nd, so for me to pick him up in the 3rd round is too good an opportunity to pass up.

Johnson recorded 7.5 sacks last season and also had 27 QB pressures

If the draft did work out this way in real life (which sounds unlikely) then this should instantly fix our defensive line problems, give us a decent pass rush and coupled with the signing of Carriker in the first both to be taken under Bryant Young's wing, the future is very bright.

We could also use Johnson as a situational pass rusher.

I don't feel I could have done any better with my draft picks for this season in my first time of participating, potentially, I have picked up 3 first rounders and addressed 2 key areas on the teams list of priority places to strengthen.

Your thoughts?

[Corky]

Carriker, Merriweather and Johnson would be fine by me - though 2 DE is a little much in the first 3

[phil_creed]

what size is Johnson? Does he project as a 3-4 OLB at all?