KD: 2010 Fan Vote NFL Mock Draft - 4/22

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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 & More

The Rams are apparently enamored with prospect Sam Bradford. Jimmy Clausen is arguably the better professional prospect... however, Sam Bradford has higher upside. Sam Bradford would have had a chance to be the 1st overall selection last year after leading the prolific Oklahoma offense to a record setting season. However, he did not declare for the draft and ended up coming down with the injury bug last season at Oklahoma. His injury issues are the biggest concern for teams looking at him.

Sam Bradford recieved the most votes... by a landslide. Ndamukong Suh only recieved 4.8% of the votes... while Sam recieved the remaining 95.2% of the fan vote. So with the 1st pick in the Fan Vote Mock Draft the St. Louis Rams Select Sam Bradford, Quarterback, Oklahoma. other candidates: Clausen, McCoy, Bryant, Okung, Berry.

2. Detroit Lions - Ndamukong Suh, DT
Nebraska | 6-4 | 300 lbs. | Senior
Portland, OR
A Player Bio on Ndamukong Suh: Your #2 Pick in the Fan Vote Mock Draft

Ndamukong Suh is clearly the choice here. The fans have spoken by voting Suh 74% of the time. Eric Berry and Gerald McCoy received a few votes while Russell Okung was the closest to take down Suh. The Detriot Lions would have solidified their defensive line if they do end up drafting Ndamukong Suh. After adding Kyle Vanden Bosch and Corey Williams to the D-Line... Suh would be frosting on the cake. Look for the Lions to continue to improve with a young QB and a solid defensive front 7. Not to mention the most talented receiver in the NFL.

A Lions Fan's Thoughts:
CBS Lions Thread - "I would love to see Suh in a Lions uni next season, our new d-line blowing plays up and giving our secondary a chance to cover ANYBODY. Maybe even play Suh at defensive end, his speed and strength might just work out there. So picking Suh would alos help our offense the defense getting off the field more putting our offense the ball more.

I vote for Suh the Defensive End"

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 & More

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans have been heard. With the 3rd pick in the 2010 NFL Draft the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select, Gerald McCoy, Defensive Tackle out of Oklahoma.

A Buccaneer Fan Take:
CBS Buccaneer Thread - "I will take Gerald McCoy, he would have been the top pick last year had he come out last year but chose to return for his senior season. He is 100% no injury issues where Suh has already had surgory on both knees. Gerald McCoy has a rediculous first step off the ball and is more of a inside pass rusher with the ability to hold up the point. McCoy is like the new version of Warren Sapp. Suh is more of a bull rush run clogger. If you want pressure on the QB McCoy is your guy. You draft speed to play the Tampa 2 and that was one thing the Bucs always had when they had their best defensive units, they had speed all over the field. It is all about applying pressure, more so in this era of throwing the ball all over the field" - TxBucsfan

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

The Skins go with a Left Tackle here at #4. They are putting their confidence in Jason Campbell by not selecting Jimmy Clausen here at #4. This could lead to a drastic fall for Clausen because of Seattle's new investment at Quarterback.

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

Some People feel as though the Chiefs have a bigger need at tackle... but the fans have voted and arguably the most talented player in the draft is selected 5th overall by the Kansas City Chiefs. Eric Berry will make an immediate impact in the NFL. His play making ability is comparable to Ed Reed's. Eric Berry can lay down the lumber on a crossing route and can run with the best of them... he is a superb athlete.

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

With the 6th pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft, the Seattle Seahawks select Bryan Bulaga, Offensive Tackle, Iowa.

John - Squidoo Commenter - Bryan Bulaga is the most technically sound tackle in the draft. He is a great prospect at a position of need for the Seahawks. With two solid picks in the 1st round... Seattle could begin to contend again in the NFC West. With solid quarterback play that is... from Charlie or Matt. I don't think they will go JImmy Clausen with the pick because of their recent acquisition of Charlie Whitehurst.

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

With the 7th selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft the Cleveland Browns select Joe Haden, Cornerback, University of Florida.

Joe Haden has all the skills, all the size, and all the work ethic that teams want out of a defensive back. He is confident in what he does and for good reason. He has only played defensive back for 3 years (he was a high school Quarterback) and has already molded himself into a top ten cornerback. Joe Haden will only get better... and in this fan vote mock the Cleveland Browns need for a defensive back is partially filled by the selection of Joe Haden.

8. Oakland Raiders - Bruce Campbell
OT | Maryland | 6-7 | 310 lbs. | Junior
Hamden, CT
A Player Bio on Bruce Campbell: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

With the 8th overall selection the Oakland "Al Davis" Raiders select Bruce Campbell, Physical Specimen Tackle, Maryland.

The pick makes all the sense in the world... the Raiders have a need on their offensive line, their head coach is a former offensive line coach, and their owner loves physical traits in players. Bruce Campbell makes everyone happy. He is undoubtedly the best tackle in the draft based purely on potential. His physical ability is off the charts but the production in college does not match the combine numbers. Nonetheless, Al Davis will fall in love and select Bruce Campbell.

CaniHelp1 - Squidoo Member - "The Raiders need offensive line help bad and Campbell can give it. However, he only started a little over a year and it wouldn't surprise me if crazy Al goes after Bryant. He's everything Davis loves. He plays offense, he's a receiver, and he gets in trouble.=Raiders"

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

With the 9th pick in the NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft, the Buffalo Bills select Jimmy Clausen, Quarterback, Notre Dame.

The Bills will be doing backflips in their war room if Jimmy Clausen is sitting there after the first 8 selections. If he is not available when the Bills select look for them to take long looks at Dan Williams, and Trent Williams.

dsman18 - "How many coaches are the Bills going to fire before they realize they don't have a quarterback who SHOULD be starting in the NFL."

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

With the 10th overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft the Jacksonville Jaguars select, Dez Bryant, Wide Receiver, Oklahoma State.

Receiver fills a need for the Jaguars but I was hesitant on putting Dez Bryant here because the DE position received over 40% of the votes, with Jason Pierre-Paul and Derrick Morgan... however, I decided to stick with who the fans voted for. With over 500 votes Dez Bryant gets selected 10th overall.

tommy thomson - "Jax needs a free safety, but Earl Thomas is a reach here. Needs a receiver, too, and Bryant rates well."

jayef jayef - "Remember Randy Moss & his slide down the draft. Dez is a beast that should not be passed on."

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

With the 11th pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft, the Denver Broncos select, Rolando McClain, Linebacker, University of Alabama.

The Broncos would love to see Dez Bryant available here at #11... however, in this scenario he was selected tenth by the Jaguars. If the Jags went with Derrick Morgan... the Broncos would clearly select Dez Bryant. I don't see Rolando McClain as a huge value here after his 4.7 sec forty yard dash at the Alabama pro day... but he is undoubtedly a talented inside linebacker who is pro ready to play in a 3-4 defense. Nick Saban's 3-4 prepared him extremely well for the next level, and with this pick the Broncos get a vocal leader for their defense (or an additional one because of Brian Dawkins).

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

With the 12th overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft, the Miami Dolphins select, Dan Williams, Defensive Tackle, Tennessee.

Brad - The Phins must address the most important position in their 3-4 defense, the DT. They can't "hope or wait" for another in the second round. They can grab a quality rusher or WR in round 2, bu they must fill the DT spot with Williams.

13. San Francisco 49ers - Trent Williams
OT | Oklahoma | 6-5 | 318 lbs. | Senior
Longview, TX
A Player Bio on Trent Williams: : Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

With the 13th overall pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft, the San Francisco 49ers select, Trent Williams, Offensive Tackle, Oklahoma.

Personally, I feel Trent Williams is a great value here at #13 and is a great pick for the 49ers... however, they should go with C.J. Spiller because -
The Pick here should be Trent Williams... but the 49ers should target 2 players here at 13 and 17. Trent and C.J. Spiller. If they select Trent Williams, C.J. will likely be taken by the Seahawks.

This is why they should take C.J. at 13 and watch as Trent Williams falls to them at 17 because the Seahawks have already selected Bryan Bulaga @ 6.

In other words...
Portland niner - The niners need speed and offense. They can pick up a solid RT at 17th pick or in the second round like Ducasse or Calloway.

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

With the 14th selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock draft the Seattle Seahawks select, C.J. Spiller, Running back, Clemson.

C.J. Spiller brings a home run threat to a Seattle offense which lacks any threat currently. T.J. Houshmandzadeh fits best as a complement to a big play receiver. It is unlikely that C.J. will make it past the 49ers at 13 but in this case the Seahawks get a gem of a player at #14.

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

With the 15th overall selection the New York Giants select, Sean Weatherspoon, Outside Linebacker, Missouri.

Sean Weatherspoon is a great talent. He was ranked no where near this high prior to the combine. Where he proved he was an elite athlete. Personally, I view this pick a great position of need for the Giants but not such a great value. I like Weatherspoon towards the end of the 1st round with 19 to Atlanta being the highest. If I were a Giants fan I would much rather see Derrick Morgan in the new stadium rather than Weatherspoon. Nevertheless, the fans have spoken and Sean is the selection.

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

With the 16th overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft the Tennessee Titans select, Derrick Morgan, Defensive End, Georgia Tech.

Snave59 - Squidoo Member - The Titans need pass rush help at DE.Jason Pierre Paul could also be a possibility here.

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

With the 17th overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft the San Francisco 49ers select, Earl Thomas, Safety, out of the University of Texas.

Safety appears to be a need for the 49ers going in to the future. As a fan, I don't see the 49ers in desperate need of a safety. DaShon Goldson had a break out season last year and could have gone to the Pro Bowl if he were more consistent. Micheal Lewis does need an eventual replacement. However, they have two draft picks waiting in the wings and developing to become safeties. Curtis Taylor and Reggie Smith.

Nonetheless, the addition of Earl Thomas is intriguing. He is a ball hawk defender will elite speed who could actually play some corner for the 49ers. If they keep him at safety, he has a chance to make an immediate impact.

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

With the 18th overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft the Pittsburgh Steelers select, Mike Iupati, Offensive Lineman, University of Idaho.

The Steelers select Iupati here at 18. He is a raw linemen but physically he is matured. He has very quick feet for a Guard and the size of an Offensive tackle. He could eventually transition to tackle in the NFL but he can make an immediate impact on any team at Guard. This would be the highest selected, most sought after guard taken since Steve Hutchinson. He is not as polished as Steve was but his talent and potential is off the charts.

Snave59 - Squidoo Member - "Steelers 2 biggest needs are OG and CB.Iupati is a mauler in the Steelers mold."

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

With the 19th overall pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft, the Atlanta Falcons select Jason Pierre-Paul, OLB/DE, South Florida.

Steve Wilson - "The Falcons need a consistent pass rusher to play opposite Jonathan Abraham.
Jason Pierrie-Paul is a good fit here."

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

With the 20th overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft the Houston Texans select Kyle Wilson, Cornerback, Boise State University.

The Texans could have addressed two needs here, RB and CB. After the departure of Dunta Robinson corner appears to be the bigger need. Their secondary as a whole needs work, so here with the 20th overall selection they begin to address their weakness on the defense with Kyle Wilson.

21. Cincinnati Bengals - 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 21st selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft the Cincinnati Bengals select, Taylor Mays, Safety, University of Southern California.

Taylor Mays at this point in the draft a year ago would have been an unrealistic thought. He likely would have been the top safety in the draft and a top 10 prospect. His senior year people have criticized him for many things including his lack of instincts and play making ability. Mays is an ideal fit in the Bengals defense and should succeed with some good coaching. Taylor Mays is an incredible athletic specimen, if someone can figure out how to put him to good use he will be a force on defense for the next 10 years.

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

With the 22nd selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft, the New England Patriots select Brandon Graham, Defensive End/ Outside Linebacker, University of Michigan.

Brandon is the perfect fit as a outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense. He will probably not see much playing time his first season with the Patriots as most rookies don't under Bill Belichik. However, he is a pro-ready outside linebacker who should be able to step in right away as a rush linebacker on 3rd down passing situations.

23. Green Bay Packers - Anthony Davis, OT
Rutgers | 6-6 | 325 lbs. | Junior
Piscataway, NJ
A Player Bio on Anthony Davis: Highlights, Stats, Draft Stock, Photos & More

With the 23rd overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft the Green Bay Packers select, Anthony Davis, Offensive Tackle, Rutgers.

The Packers find great value in Anthony Davis at 23. Davis, who was originally thought to have a chance to be the top ranked offensive tackle in the draft, came out at the combine out of shape. He has the ability to play left tackle in the NFL but his motivation is questioned. If the Packers can tap into that potential they will have snagged an elite left tackle here at 23.

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

With the 24th pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft the Philadelphia Eagles select Maurkice Pouncey, Offensive Lineman, Florida.

The Eagles go with a safe selection to solidify their line which was somewhat disappointing after the promising addition of Jason Peters. I don't particularly love this selection for the Eagles and would tend to agree with these two comments on the Eagles selection by two fan voters... Raven65 and Chase.

Raven65 - "Eagles have few good linebackers left and they would flip if Kindle was still available. The rebuilding continues with a stud linebacker."

Chase - "Need DB help. Depth in DEs for the rest of the draft and Reid can find value in the position late ex: Trent Cole.
Best LB for the Birds 4-3 is gone (Weatherspoon)
Best S are gone and they should be able to get a good one with pick #37 (Nate Allen?)
Maurice Pouncey is an option bu from what I hear he is a typical 2nd round C in a weak Center draft.

Best option is: Kareem Jackson or Robinson but from what I see Jackson looks better."

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

With the 25th pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft the Baltimore Ravens select, Devin McCourty. Cornerback, from Rutgers University.

Squidoo User - Steve Wilson - "The Ravens need another pass rusher to compliment Terrell Suggs.They could also use corner help.Brandon Graham would be the ideal pick.Since he's gone it should be Robinson or McCourtney."

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

With the 26th overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft, the Arizona Cardinals select Sergio Kindle, Linebacker, University of Texas.

The Cardinals gets a steal here at 26. Similar to Beanie Wells falling to them last year. Terrence Cody was close behind in the voting and there was even our first ever write in votes (2 for Jermaine Gresham). Sergio Kindle plays at a position of need for the Cardinals (if you see Joey Porter as a situational pass rusher and not an every down player), and will provide immediate help rushing the passer.

27. Dallas Cowboys - Terrence Cody, DT
Alabama | 6-5 | 354 lbs. | Junior
Fort Myers, FL

With the 27 pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote draft the Dallas Cowboys select Terrence Cody, Nose Tackle, Alabama.

Returnofthedoomsdaydefense - "Terrence Cody could help free up Ratliff and Demarcus Ware while stuffing the middle and taking double teams. Perfect NT for their 3-4 defense."

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

With the 28th pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft, the San Diego Chargers select Ryan Matthews, Runningback, Fresno State.

Anonymous - Looking at Ryan Mathews, 6'0"/218lbs some would think he is more then capable of withstanding the load of a starting NFL RB. Mathews although extremely productive while at Fresno State isn't likely to see the same kind of success he did in the WAC with an extremely good offensive line going against inferior competition. Although he is a decent blocker he struggles with inconsistencies with catching the ball which will restrict him from seeing the field on 3rd downs. Where Jahvid Best has nice hands and is a good pass catcher. Best is best known for his elite speed he showed off at the combine when he ran a 4.35 40-yard dash. His quick feet and acceleration combined with good vision and elusiveness makes him hard to tackle. He's got the Home-run threat potential but yet he's got a injury riddles past and is not of prototypical NFL size at 5-10/199lbs. Also he is a poor pass protector.

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29. New York Jets - Jared Odrick, DE Penn State
6-5 | 306 lbs. | Senior
Lebanon, PA

With the 29th pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Mock Draft the New York Jets select Jared Odrick, Defensive End/Tackle, Penn State University.

With the additions of Santonio Holmes, Ladainian Tomlinson, and Nick Folk, the Jets look primed for another successful season. Jared Odrick is the perfect 3-4 defensive end and can even move inside on 3rd down passing situations. In Rex Ryan's defense Odrick will succeed right away as will the Jets in their new Stadium. With Odrick on the board, he is clearly the selection.

30. Minnesota Vikings - Charles Brown
OT | USC | 6-6 | 285 lbs. | Senior
Chino Hills, CA

With the 30th pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft, the Minnesota Vikings select, Charles Brown, Offensive Tackle, Southern California.

Commenter - "As a avid Vikings fan I would like to think I know how the Vikings draft. What the team needs is immediate help at DB and/or a franchise QB but as a team that believes in BPA plus the depth at the CB and Safety pool in this years draft they might take a player like Tim Tebow/Colt McCoy or even an offensive lineman at 30. Especially if they think they fit the draft best player available mantra.

A lot of people see Brian Price and think Pat Williams replacement or see Everson Griffen and think Ray Edwards replacement, well the Vikings usually don't draft to fill a need in the 1st round and besides that we have Jimmy Kennedy/Brian Robison who both can fill those roles just fine. Then use their 2nd/3rd round picks to draft depth/competition for these roles.

In this poll I believe the BPA has got to be the LT, Charles Brown. We got Loadholt last year and if they draft Brown they can solidify our tackles for the future. A good offensive line is the only way a young QB and a strong running game will succeed."

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

With the 31st overall selection in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft the Indianapolis Colts select Carlos Dunlap, Defensive End, Florida.

This would certainly be an intriguing selection by the Colts. Carlos has character concerns but his talent is off the charts. If there were no character concerns he would undoubtedly be the top defensive end and could potentially be a top 10 selection. I doubt the Colts would actually pull the trigger on Dunlap... but it would a great value pick at this point in the draft.

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

With the 32nd pick in the 2010 NFL Fan Vote Draft the New Orleans Saints select, Jerry Hughes, OLB/DE, Texas Christian University.

Jerry Hughes is an elite pass rusher. He could be selected as high as 12 in this draft and if he is still on the board the Saints will jump all over him. He presents the greatest value here at 32 and Greg Williams will figure out a way to allow Hughes to get to the quarterback early and often.