KD User: Jordan Tannenbaum's 2010 NFL Mock Draft - 4/12

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1. St. Louis Rams - Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma
6-4 | 223 lbs. | Junior
Oklahoma City, OK
A Player Bio on Sam Bradford: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

After a tremendous pro day workout, Bradford has nearly cemented himself as the first overall pick. Bradford may not be the top overall prospect, but he makes sense to the Rams, who with injury-prone Marc Bulger sitting on the top of their depth chart, cannot afford to put off settling the most critical position in the game. St Louis may consider fielding offers for Bradford, possibly from the Redskins.

2. Detroit Lions - Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska
6-4 | 300 lbs. | Senior
Portland, OR
A Player Bio on Ndamukong Suh: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Detroit will be ecstatic to have the choice between two potential superstars at defensive tackle in Suh and Gerald McCoy. While some scouts prefer McCoy's backfield penetrating playing style to Suh's elite ability to read the play at the line of scrimmage, others believe Detroit is leaning towards Suh if given the choice. The Lions may also consider drafting a blind-side protector for Matthew Stafford.

3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma
6-4 | 297 lbs. | Junior
Oklahoma City, OK
A Player Bio on Gerald McCoy: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The two starters at defensive tackle for the Bucs last year were Chris Hovan and Ryan Simms. Neither played at close to the level required for a successful pro, and as a result, Tampa allowed opposing rushers to gain an awful 5.0 yards a carry. If either McCoy or Suh lasts, this pick is a given.

4. Washington Redskins - Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma State
6-5 | 300 lbs. | Senior
Fort Bend, TX
A Player Bio on Russell Okung: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

With quarterback off the table after acquiring Donovan McNabb, the Redskins are almost sure to draft an offensive tackle. The question is , which one? Russell Okung, Bryan Bulaga, and Trent Williams are all options, but Williams has bust potential and Bulaga isn't quite as overpowering as Okung, so for now Okung is staying as the first offensive lineman on the board.

5. Kansas City Chiefs - Bryan Bulaga, OT, Iowa
6-6 | 312 lbs. | Junior
Crystal Lake, IL
Player Bio: Bryan Bulaga: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Eric Berry will likely get a look here to help fill a massive hole at safety for the Chiefs, but Scott Pioli, taking a page from his mentor, Bill Belichick, believes that building both lines is crucial to success (See the reach for Tyson Jackson last year). Bulaga's coach at Iowa, Kirk Ferentz, is close to the Chiefs, which could give him the edge over Trent Williams. Bulaga would replace Brandon Albert, with Albert moving to right tackle, a position scouts think he would be successful at.



6. Seattle Seahawks - Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma
6-5 | 318 lbs. | Senior
Longview, TX
A Player Bio on Trent Williams: : Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Seahawks will have to make a similar decision as the Chiefs had to: grab an exciting playmaker in the secondary with Berry, or replace Walter Jones, their anchor at left tackle for the last decade, with an offensive lineman. After seeing what happened to the Seahawk's passing game without a stalwart LT, Pete Caroll opts for the last elite offensive tackle in the draft.

7. Cleveland Browns - Eric Berry, S, Tennessee
5-11 | 203 lbs. | Junior
Fairburn, GA
A Player Bio on Eric Berry: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Browns have a serious hole at safety, and Eric Berry is the top-rated player left on the board, so it would be a surprise if Cleveland didn't take him if Berry lasts this long. But quarterback is definitely a need for the Browns, and although Mike Holmgren doesn't seem all that keen on Jimmy Clausen, they may select him anyways if Berry goes to the Chiefs or Seahawks.



8. Oakland Raiders - Taylor Mays, S, USC
6-3 | 235 lbs. | Senior
Seattle, WA
A Player Bio on Taylor Mays: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

With the 8th pick in the 2010 NFL Draft the Oakland Raiders select... Usain Bolt, WR, Jamaica. (Just Kidding)... No, safety is not a real need for Oakland. And yes, drafting a physical freak who struggles mightily in pass coverage like Mays is a serious reach. But Davis is famous for overestimating the importance of workout numbers in rookies, and he seems to have a fetish for safeties (See Michael Huff and Mike Mitchell). Davis may consider other workout warriors like OT Bruce Campbell and DE Jean Pierre-Paul.

9. Buffalo Bills - Jimmy Clausen, QB, Notre Dame
6-3 | 223 lbs. | Junior
Westlake Village, CA
Player Bio: Jimmy Clausen: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Buffalo really needs an offensive tackle, which makes Rutgers's Anthony Davis a consideration, but the Bills are leery of OTs with bust experience after their experiences with Mike Williams. Clausen has some questions about his character too, but his experience in a pro-style offense and the Bills' need to create a new face for the franchise leads them to take the risk.

10. Jacksonville Jaguars - Joe Haden, CB, Florida
5-11 | 190 lbs. | Junior
Fort Washington, MD
A Player Bio on Joe Haden: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Jags have a lot of options at this slot, because they badly need help both in the secondary and an effective pass-rusher. Candidates include Haden, Texas safety Earl Thomas, and DEs Derrick Morgan and Jean Pierre-Paul. Haden is the highest rated of the four players in question, and would help fix Jacksonville's 27th rated pass defense.

11. Denver (f/ CHI) - Rolando McClain, LB, Alabama
6-4 | 258 lbs. | Junior
Decatur, AL
A Player Bio on Rolando McClain: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

I was originally leaning towards Dan Williams here, but with the addition of Jamal Williams, the Broncos may be hesitant to draft a guy who will be a backup for two years in the first dozen picks. And Brandon Marshall looks like he's staying in Denver, which takes Dez Bryant off Denver's radar. The Broncos have a clear need at middle linebacker, and McClain has the intensity and leadership skills to succeed there.

12. Miami Dolphins - Dan Williams, DT, Tennessee
6-3 | 327 lbs. | Senior
Memphis, TN
Player Bio: Dan Williams: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Jason Ferguson, the Dolphin's starting nose tackle, has been suspended for the first half of next season, and was wearing down anyways at 35. Williams has the skill to man the point of attack for Miami, and a 3-4 nose tackle is the most critical position in that scheme. Dez Bryant may also be considered because Miami has no dynamic receivers, but his stock has slipped badly and Williams' is only going up.

13. San Francisco 49ers - Earl Thomas, FS, Texas
5-10 | 197 lbs. | Sophomore
Orange, TX
A Player Bio on Earl Thomas: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The 49ers would like to land a defensive back and an offensive lineman in this draft. Because Seattle took Trent Williams earlier, they wouldn't draft another tackle, but they might go after a safety. So the 49ers are better off taking Earl Thomas, a dynamic free safety with great ball-hawking skills, before an offensive lineman like Anthony Davis or Mike Iupati.

14. Seattle Seahawks (f/DEN) - C.J. Spiller, RB, Clemson
5-11 | 195 lbs. | Senior
Lake Butler, FL
A Player Bio on C.J. Spiller: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous Seahawks Selections - Trent Williams

Two years into the Julius Jones era of Seattle runningbacks, it can be said definitively that Jones is not the answer. Enter Spiller, an elusive, Chris Johnson-like Clemson product who can also play a role in the receiving and return games. Spiller is a good value pick whose stock is only on the rise. But defensive end Derrick Morgan is going to be very tempting for Seattle as well.

15. New York Giants - Sean Weatherspoon, LB, Missouri
6-2 | 245 lbs. | Senior
Jasper, TX

This would be a much easier call if Rolando McClain falls to the Giants, and they should consider trading up to grab him, maybe with Jacksonville at pick ten. If not, New York may consider Sean Weatherspoon, who has great intangibles and would be as successful leading the Giant's defense as McClain would be. Another option would be Derrick Morgan, who isn't a position of need, but is the best player available.

16. Tennessee Titans - Derrick Morgan, DE, Georgia Tech
6-4 | 275 lbs. | Junior
Coatesville, PA
A Player Bio on Derrick Morgan: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Titans failed to consistently put pressure on the quarterback last season, and that was before starting defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch left in free agency, so finding a 4-3 defensive end is a top priority. There are two options: Morgan and Jean Pierre-Paul. Morgan is the more consistent prospect who can play both the run and pass, while Pierre-Paul has huge upside but is undeveloped. After swings and misses with players like Pacman Jones, expect Tennessee to take the safer choice.

17. San Francisco 49ers (f/CAR) - Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers
6-6 | 325 lbs. | Junior
Piscataway, NJ
A Player Bio on Anthony Davis: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous 49ers Selections - Earl Thomas

The gamble pays off for the 49ers, and both Davis and Mike Iupati are still available. Davis has great raw potential but has some serious character concerns that are causing him to plummet down some draft boards. Iupati is a mauler but may be best off inside, not a huge need for San Fran. The 49ers take the riskier pick, hoping that great motivator Mike Singletary can get everything out of Davis.

18. Pittsburgh Steelers - Mike Iupati, OG, Idaho
6-6 |330 lbs. | Senior
Anaheim, CA
A Player Bio on Mike Iupati: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Pittsburgh have holes across their offensive line, and Iupati is a perfect pick for them because he has the flexibility to play all five positions on the line. The only other real consideration at this slot would be offensive lineman Maurkice Pouncey, who played center at Florida but has the skills to man the Steelers' interior line. But at this point, Iupati is more highly rated and provides the versatility to play OT.

19. Atlanta Falcons - Jason Pierre-Paul, DE, South Florida
6-6 | 265 lbs. | Junior
Deerfield Beach, FL
A Player Bio on Jason Pierre-Paul: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Atlanta's most pressing need is for a pass rusher, either at defensive end or outside linebacker. The Falcons run a base 4-3 defense, so the top end would be the risky but potentially great Pierre-Paul. The Falcons also like hybrid DE/OLB Brandon Graham (who is running up draft boards after a great Senior Bowl performance) but likely only as a contingency plan in case Pierre-Paul doesn't fall to them.

20. Houston Texans - Kyle Wilson, CB, Boise State
5-10 | 186 lbs. | Senior
Fiscataway, NJ
A Player Bio on Kyle Wilson: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Houston lost above-average cornerback Dunta Robinson to the Falcons, and they have no one waiting in the wings to replace him, so drafting a shutdown corner early is critical to the Texans' playoff hopes. There are indications that Wilson could be that player in the pros, as he is an elite cover man, although with questionable effort in run support. Fresno State RB Ryan Matthews may also be considered here.

21. Cincinnati Bengals - Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida
6-6 | 290 lbs. | Junior
North Charleston, SC
Player Bio: Carlos Dunlap: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Bengals have no real glaring needs, but could upgrade their receivers with Oklahoma's Germaine Gresham or the slipping but potentially great Dez Bryant, or look at their pass rushers. They include Brandon Graham, Sergio Kindle, and Carlos Dunlap. Dunlap probably has the highest ceiling, and he fits the Bengals' 4-3 scheme better than Kindle or Graham, but he also has the most red flags (which may actually encourage Cincinnati to draft him; look at the Bengals' recent drafting history).

22. New England Patriots - Brandon Graham, DE, Michigan
6-2 | 263 lbs. | Senior
Detroit, MI

The Patriots have similar needs as the Bengals: pass rusher and receiver. Graham has been a fast riser on draft boards and word has it that Belichick likes him a lot. But with Wes Welker's injury likely to affect him throughout the next season, and Randy Moss is the only other pass catcher with any sort of name recognition. This pick could go either way, but Graham slips past Bryant and Gresham.

23. Green Bay Packers - Bruce Campbell, OT, Maryland
6-7 | 310 lbs. | Junior
Hamden, CT
A Player Bio on Bruce Campbell: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Packers allowed a whopping 51 sacks on Aaron Rodgers, and even though the offensive line improved, it is still an impediment to what is potentially the top offense in the NFL. Campbell is a bit of a reach here, because his game type does not come close to correlating with his measurables, but Green Bay's other major hole, cornerback, also lacks value picks. But if the Packers were to go that route, Devin McCourty of Rutgers would be the best option.

24. Philadelphia Eagles - Sergio Kindle, LB, Texas
6-4 | 255 lbs. | Senior
Dallas, TX
A Player Bio on Sergio Kindle: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Eagles need a pass rusher to complement Pro Bowler Trent Cole, and with 40 yard dash times below 4.7, Kindle is the best remaining candidate. However, there is a question of whether he would fit as an end or linebacker-like teammate Brian Orakpo last year- in a 4-3 defense. Another player who might fit better in a 4-3 but grades lower is DE Everson Griffen.



25. Baltimore Ravens - Devin McCourty, CB, Rutgers
5-11 | 190 lbs. | Senior
Nanuet, NY

Many experts believe that if TE Jermaine Gresham drops to Baltimore, the Ravens will pounce on him. But with WRs like Boldin, Stallworth, Mason, and Clayton all in the fold, an elite tight end is unnecessary. Instead, GM Ozzie Newsome snags cornerback Devin McCourty, who is a reasonable pick a the bottom quarter of the draft and would help addresses Baltimore's weak pass defense.

26. Arizona Cardinals - Jared Odrick, DE, Penn State
6-5 | 306 lbs. | Senior
Lebanon, PA

The Cardinals are going into a mini-rebuild after losing several star players to free agency and retirement. They have needs across the defense and on the offensive line, so Arizona's best approach might be to go for value. Their best option is probably Jared Odrick, who would fit well as a three technique DT next to Darnell Dockett. Other options include OLs Maurkice Pouncey and Charles Brown, OLB Jerry Hughes, CB Patrick Robinson, and DE Everson Griffen.

27. Dallas Cowboys - Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma State
6-2 | 220 lbs. | Junior
Lufkin, TX
A Player Bio on Dez Bryant: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Before the scouting combine, Bryant was a sure fixture in the top ten. But after some character concerns combined with his suspension, he falls into the bottom quarter of the draft. Dallas would be thrilled to scoop him up here: Miles Austin is a stud but Roy Williams has flopped, and Jerry Jones is willing to take a gamble. The Cowboys' other two needs are at LT and FS.

28. San Diego Chargers - Ryan Matthews, RB, Fresno State
5-11 | 220 lbs. | Junior
Bakersfield, California

The Chargers only have two real needs in this draft: nose tackle and running back. Enormous Alabama NT Terrance Cody would be the only first round nose left on the board at this spot, and he would be a reasonable replacement for Jamal Williams. But the Chargers have little on their depth chart at RB behind the 5-6 Darren Sproles, so Matthews, the top remaining RB, makes the most sense here.

29. New York Jets - Maurkice Pouncey, OG/C, Florida
6-5 | 318 lbs. | Junior
Lakeland, FL
A Player Bio on Maurkice Pouncey: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Jets have no huge holes, so they are in the enviable position of picking for value instead of need. Pouncey can play any of the three interior positions, and with the Jets, he would find a place at left guard to back up and eventually succeed Alan Faneca. Other options include WRs Golden Tate and Demaryius Thomas, end Jared Odrick, or linebacker Jerry Hughes.

30. Minnesota Vikings - Patrick Robinson, CB, Florida State
5-11 | 193 lbs. | Senior
Miami, FL
A Player Bio on Patrick Robinson: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Vikings have a one to two year championship window if Favre is in the fold, and their Achilles heel is pass defense right now. Robinson would help with this problem while still carrying a late first round grade. The Vikings may want to draft an heir to Favre or Pat Williams at defensive tackle, putting Tim Tebow, Colt McCoy, and DT Brian Price on their radar, but will likely focus on the secondary first.

31. Indianapolis Colts - Charles Brown, OT, USC
6-6 | 285 lbs. | Senior
Chino Hills, CA

After Bill Polian criticized his offensive line after their disappointing loss in the Super Bowl, it will likely be addressed early in the draft. The two options here are USC's Charles Brown and Rodger Saffold of Indiana. Brown is higher on most boards and has great potential but Saffold has the versatility to play any of the four outer positions and may be more pro ready. They could also consider DT Brian Price.



32. New Orleans Saints - Jerry Hughes, DE, Texas Christian
6-3 | 257 lbs. | Senior
Sugar Land, TX
A Player Bio on Jerry Hughes: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

The Saints could add a defensive end, defensive tackle, and at least one outside linebacker in the draft, so they are best off drafting for value. While Hughes is slightly undersized for a 4-3 DE, he has anon-stop motor and was very effective in college. The Saints may also consider DE Everson Griffen, DT Brian Price, and OLB Sean Lee. TE Jermaine Gresham, if he drops this far, could also be considered.

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33. St. Louis Rams - Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma
6-6 | 258 lbs. | Senior
Ardmore, OK
A Player Bio on Jermaine Gresham: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous Rams Selections - Jermaine Gresham

The Rams have little on their depth chart at TE and Bradford needs more targets. WRs Golden Tate and Demaryius Thomas, or DT Brian Price also fit, but Gresham is great value here.

34. Detroit Lions - Rodger Saffold, OT, Indiana
6-5 | 318 lbs. | Senior
Bedord, OH
Previous Lions Selections - Ndamukong Suh

He has the potential to replace Jeff Backus as the Lions' starting LT, and can also play guard if necessary. Detroit also needs help throughout their back seven and at RB.

35. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Golden Tate, WR, Notre Dame
5-11 | 195 lbs. | Junior
Hendersonville, TN
A Player Bio on Golden Tate: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous Bucs Selections - Gerald McCoy

The Bucs have almost no one here after Antonio Bryant left, and Tate is good value in the second round. If Tate doesn't last, Detroit could look at WR Demaryius Thomas, DE Everson Griffen, or FS Nate Allen.

36. Kansas City Chiefs - Terrence Cody, DT, Alabama
6-5 | 354 lbs. | Junior
Fort Myers, FL
Previous Chiefs Selections - Bryan Bulaga

Nose tackle is an essential position in a 3-4 defense and the Chiefs have no one on their roster who can play there effectively. But ILB Sean Lee of Penn State or FS Nate Allen would be reasonable picks too.

37. Philadelphia Eagles (f/ WSH) - Nate Allen, FS, South Florida
6-2 | 206 lbs. | Senior
Cape Coral, FL
Previous Eagles Selections - Sergio Kindle

The Eagles were never able to adequately replace Brian Dawkins last year, and their pass defense suffered for it. But depth at outside linebacker, cornerback, and RB could also be helpful.

38. Cleveland Browns - Colt McCoy, QB, Texas
6-2 | 210 lbs. | Senior
Tuscola, TX
Previous Browns Selections - Eric Berry

After choosing not to deal with their quarterback problems earlier, the Browns select McCoy, who can have at least one year to sit and learn. Tim Tebow will also be considered.

39. Oakland Raiders - Everson Griffen, DE, USC
6-3 | 280 lbs. | Junior
Avondale, AZ
Previous Raiders Selections - Taylor Mays

Griffen has some inconsistency and character concerns, but at this stage of the draft is probably a bargain. But the truth is that with Davis, almost anyone could be taken here.

40. San Diego Chargers - Cam Thomas, DT, North Carolina
6-3 | 325 lbs. | Senior
Eagle Springs, NC
Previous Chargers Selections - Ryan Matthews

Taking Thomas in the first 40 picks is a slight reach, but he fills San Diego's last hole, and he is quickly rising. If Terrance Cody lasts, he would be the pick here instead.

41. Buffalo Bills - Vladimir Ducasse, OG, UMASS
6-5 | 330 lbs. | Senior
Stamford, CT
Previous Bills Selections - Jimmy Clausen

The Bills would have considered taking Cam Thomas as their nose tackle, but Ducasse solves one of their other big holes, the offensive line. Buffalo is so desperate for OTs that Ducasse might start right away.

42. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (f/ CHI) - Corey Wootton, DE, Northwestern
6-7 | 280 lbs. | Senior
Rutherford, NJ
Previous Bucs Selections - Gerald McCoy, Golden Tate

The Buccaneers need a pass rusher and Wootten was highly regarded before injury problems. But the Bucs also need help in the secondary, where there are a lot of good options available.

43. Miami Dolphins - Demaryius Thomas, WR, Georgia Tech
6-3 | 229 lbs. | Junior
Montrose, GA
Previous Dolphins Selections - Dan Williams

Thomas has the potential to be everything Ted Ginn isn't: a tough, sticky-fingered number one receiver. But if Thomas' injury problems scare Miami, they could look at WR Arrelious Benn or OLB Ricky Sapp.

44. New England Patriots (f/ JAC) - Rob Gronkowski, TE, Arizona
6-6 | 265 lbs. | Junior
Amherst, NY
Previous Patriots Selections - Brandon Graham

Gronkowski is good value in the middle of the round and fills a position of need for the Patriots, although drafting WR Arrelious Benn to run routes outside the lines could be very tempting.

45. Denver (f/ CHI) - Morgan Burnett, S, Georgia Tech
6-1 | 210 lbs. | Junior
College Park, GA
Previous Broncos Selections - Rolando McClain

Could become a big part of the safety rotation and eventually take over for Brian Dawkins at free safety. Arrelious Benn is still available if the Broncos are considering moving Brandon Marshall.

46. New York Giants - Sean Lee, LB, Penn State
6-2 | 236 lbs. | Senior
Pittsburgh, PA
Previous Giants Selections - Sean Weatherspoon

After not getting the chance to take Rolando McClain early, the Giants get great value with Lee, who would replace Antonio Pierce in the middle of New York's defense.

47. New England Patriots (f/ TEN) - Arrelious Benn, WR, Illinois
6-2 | 220 lbs. | Junior
Washington, DC
Previous Patriots Selections - Brandon Graham, Rob Gronkowski

The Patriots surprise by taking a second pass catcher in the round, but putting the rookies with Moss and Welker would give Brady some nasty weapons to work with. The next pick will be for the 'D'.

48. Carolina Panthers - Brian Price, DT, UCLA
6-2 | 300 lbs. | Junior
Los Angeles, CA
A Player Bio on Brian Price: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous Panthers Selections - No 1st Round Pick

As the Panthers work to rebuild their awful defensive line, they never dreamed potential first rounder Brian Price would fall to them. But they wouldn't mind taking a wide receiver here either if any last.

49. San Francisco 49ers - Tim Tebow, QB, Florida
6-3 | 245 lbs. | Senior
Jacksonville, FL
A Player Bio on Tim Tebow: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous 49ers Selections - Earl Thomas, Anthony Davis

It's tough to know if Alex Smith is for real, and even if Tebow doesn't pan out as a quarterback or Smith becomes a top-flight QB, Tebow could always be converted to a running back or tight end.

50. Kansas City Chiefs - Ricky Sapp, DE/OLB, Clemson
6-4 | 242 lbs. | Senior
Bamberg, SC
Previous Chiefs Selections - Bryan Bulaga, Terrence Cody

Now that Kansas has addressed its problems in the trenches, it can look for some impact players. One of those is Sapp, who would upgrade the Chiefs' pass rush. A safety would still be nice, though.

51. Houston Texans - Jonathan Dwyer, RB, Georgia Tech
6-1 | 235 lbs. | Junior
Marietta, GA
A Player Bio on Jonathan Dwyer: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous Texans Selections - Kyle Wilson

Houston needs to add a power dimension to their run game- power. That makes Dwyer a better pick than the faster and slightly higher rated Jahvid Best of the Golden Bears.

52. Pittsburgh Steelers - Kareem Jackson, CB, Alabama
6-0 | 193 lbs. | Junior
Macon, GA
Previous Steelers Selections - Mike Iupati

Jackson is good value in the second half of the draft, and the Steelers need to upgrade their cornerbacks after being consistently victimized through the air late last year.

53. New England Patriots - Tyson Alualu, DT, California
6-3 | 295 lbs. | Senior
Honolulu, HI
Previous Patriots Selections - Brandon Graham, Rob Gronkowski, Arrelious Benn

Considered a great fit as a 3-4 end, Alualu has the kind of motor and drive that coaches love. He also has the ability to play as a 4-3 DT when the Patriots switch their schemes as they like to do.

54. Cincinnati Bengals - Chad Jones, SS, LSU
6-3 | 231 lbs. | Junior
Baton Rouge, LA
Previous Bengals Selections - Carlos Dunlap

Jones is very athletic, and while he wouldn't be ready or needed to start right away, he could be groomed to eventually replace strong safety Chris Crocker.

55. Philadelphia Eagles - Daryl Washington, LB, Texas Christian
6-3 | 234 lbs. | Senior
Irving, TX
Previous Eagles Selections - Sergio Kindle, Nate Allen

Jahvid Best is a value consideration here, but with LeSean McCoy, Mike Bell, and Leonard Weaver, the Eagles should be set at RB. Instead, they continue to upgrade their front 7 with Washington, a TCU star.

56. Green Bay Packers - Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, CB, Indiana
6-0 | 207 lbs. | Senior
Columbus, OH
Previous Packers Selections - Bruce Campbell

The small school prospect is rising very quickly, and the Packer need to upgrade their cornerbacks, who are getting older and more injury prone. Al Harris especially may not have many more years left.

57. Baltimore Ravens - JImmy Graham, TE, Miami
6-8 | 260 lbs. | Senior
Goldsboro, NC
Previous Ravens Selections - Devin McCourty

Graham is really moving up draft boards and has great measurables and intangibles, although he has only been playing football for one year. The Ravens would still like more depth in their front seven.

58. Arizona Cardinals - Chris Cook, CB, Virginia
6-2 | 210 lbs. | Senior
Lynchburg, VA
Previous 49ers Selections - Jared Odrick

CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie is great, but Bryant McFadden is just OK, and the backups aren't starting material. Cook is the tallest of the cornerbacks and is very quick.

59. Dallas Cowboys - Jared Veldheer, OT, Hillsdale
6-8 | 312 lbs. | Senior
Grand Rapids, MI
Previous Cowboys Selections - Dez Bryant

Veldheer is a developmental project at left tackle who would start at another position on the line, and rates similarly to the Patriots' Sebastian Vollmer when he came from U of Houston last year.

60. Seattle Seahawks - Koa Misi, DE/OLB, Utah
6-3 | 251 lbs. | Senior
Santa Rosa, CA
Previous Seahawks Selections - Trent Williams, C.J. Spiller

The Seahawks fill a critical need for an effective pass rusher with Misi, who is probably best as a an end in a 4-3 scheme but may also play linebackers. They may also look at one the CBs still available.

61. New York Jets - Mardy Gilyard, WR, Cincinnati
6-1 | 180 lbs. | Senior
Bunnell, FL
A Player Bio on Marshawn "Mardy" Gilyard: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous Jets Selections - Maurkice Pouncey

The Jets have two solid wide receivers in Braylon Edwards and Jerricho Cotchery, but little behind them, and Edwards is only signed for one more year. Gilyard is a better fit for the Jets than WR Brandon LaFell.

62. Minnesota Vikings - Jahvid Best, RB, California
5-10 | 195 lbs. | Junior
Vallejo, CA
A Player Bio on Jahvid Best: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More
Previous Vikings Selections - Patrick Robinson

The Vikings get amazing value with Best, who would serve as the replacement to Chester Taylor as the Viking's change of pace back. Best is very fast and can catch out of the backfield.

63. Indianapolis Colts - Jon Asamoah, G, Illinois
6-5 | 315 lbs. | Senior
Park Forest, IL
Previous Colts Selections - Charles Brown

The Colts continue to retool their offensive line with Asamoah, who may start off at guard but may eventually find his way to center as the replacement for Jeff Saturday. DT is still a need, though.

64. New Orleans Saints - Brandon LaFell, WR, LSU
6-3 | 206 lbs. | Senior
Houston, TX
Previous Saints Selections - Jerry Hughes

The Saints have bigger needs than wide receiver, but they won't be able to let LaFell, a great value here, slip past them. LaFell would serve as a nice complement to Marques Colston and Devery Henderson.

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