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The Mock Draft Challenge

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Time for some mock draft fun. Mocking The Draft, our sister site here on SB Nation, just put out a mint-fresh list of the Top 200 College Players. The challenge, you create a mock draft based on the MTD Top 200 list. Here are the rules:

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Leaderboard Update, 18:00 PM, 1/22:

12 Rec's: Creasy729 (but he traded down)
11 Rec's: Kegbearer
10 Rec's: Hank Hill
9 Rec's: Jordan Sams
8 Rec's: TCBinNYC, BigDinLA
7 Rec's: Chandus,  Spaceball
6 Rec's: JimmyK, Ziggy19
5 Rec's: Rat-Pack, topgrosscloser
4 Rec's: BishopWest, Creasy729, Scotswoboyfan

Please don't be stingy with your rec's for the mocks below. If you like it, rec' it. Please also consider some of the newer mocks towards the end of the thread.

  • We will assume that all draft-eligible players will be available at exactly the spot the Top 200 list puts them at.
  • Dallas owns the no. 9, 40, 71, 109, 140, 171 and 210 picks
  • You pick at your exact spot or anywhere below that (e.g. 9th or anywhere from 10 to 20 or so)
  • You cannot trade down, because it would be too easy to trade to the exact spot your prospect is sitting at.
  • You may however trade up using this draft value chart. The value you give up in the trade up must be equal to or greater than the value you receive, e.g. your 9th (1,350 pts) and your 40th (500 pts) could get you the 4th pick (1,800 pts).

Write up your mock picks in the comments section. Look for other mocks in the comments section that you like and rec' them (Press the action link at the bottom of the comment box, then press the Rec button next to the star). The mock with the most rec's gets featured on the front page in the next Mock Draft Roundup, so put some thought into your mock.

I'll start it off with the following mock draft:

1st round: 8. Robert Quinn | 6'5, 265 pounds | DE | North Carolina. Traded 9th (1,350 pts) and 4th rounder (84 pts) for the Titans 8th pick (1,400 pts)

2nd round: 48. Tyron Smith | 6'6, 285 pounds | OT | Southern California: 

3rd round: 65. DeAndre McDaniel | 6'0, 212 pounds | SS | Clemson: Traded 71st (235 pts), 6th rounder (23 pts) and 7th rounder (7.4 pts) for the 65th pick (265 pts)

4th round: - -

5th round: 142. John Moffitt | 6'5, 320 pounds | G | Wisconsin

6th & 7th round: - -

Too much trading up for your taste? Go ahead and show us your mock.

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9 Cameron Heyward DE OSU
40 Rahim Moore S UCLA
71 Danny Watkins T Baylor
109 Marcus Cannon T TCU
140 John Moffit G Wisconsin
171 Jemali Hines S OSU

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jan 17, 2011 2:26 PM CST reply actions   2 recs

Your first four were mine exactly

I would then go 140 Austin Pettis WR and 174 Doug Hogue OLB

by boyman on Jan 17, 2011 2:57 PM CST up reply actions  

If I was to trade down

I would select Mike Pouncey…if he’s anything like his brother, we’ll be a perenial pro bowler for years to come

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jan 18, 2011 10:51 AM CST up reply actions  

The problem is that Mike is not his brother.

Just like Casey Matthews is not Clay Matthews.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 1:00 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

True. Still doesn't change the fact that Maurkice is more talented.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 1:34 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

I never proclaimed he was

I just said IF he is anything like his brother, he’ll be a great player, and that could very well be the case, neither you nor I definitely know that.

Aren’t we all hoping that Rob turns out to be just as good of a defensive genius as Rex??

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jan 18, 2011 3:24 PM CST up reply actions  

Sure.

And all I was doing was saying that I don’t think that Mike is as good as Maurkice in the same way that I don’t think Casey is anywhere near as good as his brother Clay. I wasn’t really taking an aim too much at you since I do realize that you were speaking in conditionals.

As for Rob, yes we are hoping that. However, my conclusion on that hiring is in no way based on his brother and instead on his aggressive brand of football and his impressive list of mentors (Bill Belicheck, Buddy Ryan, etc.).

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 4:49 PM CST up reply actions  

They're not that far apart though.

Mike is still considered very good.

"The Angels are like the villain in the movie that isn't dead until he's been stabbed 150 times in the bath tub, yet he still might come back up one more time." - Eric Nadel

by TXHC on Jan 18, 2011 8:37 PM CST up reply actions  

I agree they aren't worlds apart

but I think Maurkice is going to be a multi-Pro Bowler while Mike’s ceiling is not as high in my opinion. And even though this is just a challenge, I don’t get the reaching for Pouncey some people are opting for. If anything you should reach for the tackle, the harder position to get elite talent at.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 9:48 PM CST up reply actions  

Then 'rec it

I will hold back until I’m a little less miffed at the botox joke :-)

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 17, 2011 2:47 PM CST up reply actions  

Haha, if I’m pondering ideas on improving the Cowboys (clearly a punishable offense in the court room in the basement of the Linc), then throwing in a little barb at the end is the only way to convince the judge I’m not some sort of traitor.

by JimmyK on Jan 17, 2011 2:52 PM CST up reply actions  

I recced it because you’re an Iggles fan, but now you have to do the Iggles too; I want to see who you guys would be interested in.

by G_SWAG on Jan 18, 2011 12:50 PM CST up reply actions  

See... Jimmy is stealthily trying to undo us by giving us Heyward.

If we draft him I am not sure I will be able to watch the rest of the first round without going into a rage.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 17, 2011 4:49 PM CST up reply actions  

The rest is really solid though.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 17, 2011 4:49 PM CST up reply actions  

Yeah, I am not a Heyward fan

You aint been around in awhile, maybe you haven't heard........I don't shine shoes no more

by markdamack on Jan 18, 2011 6:51 AM CST up reply actions  

Why all the hate for Heyward?

I hear he has a motivation problem, but the one game in which I watched him on every play was the bowl game and he tore it up.

by TCBinNYC on Jan 18, 2011 1:52 PM CST up reply actions  

I was a big fan of his fathers

so obvious I have a soft spot for his son since they share the same DNA

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jan 18, 2011 3:25 PM CST up reply actions  

Loved Ironhead Heyward...

but I don’t see half the tenacity and brute force of will that his father had in Cameron.

"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable."
"Leadership is a matter of having people look at you and gain confidence, seeing how you react. If you're in control, they're in control." - Tom Landry

by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 3:56 PM CST up reply actions  

Because that is the only game Heyward played hard in all season.

I am not drafting a “pass rusher” with 15.5 sacks over 4 years. Especially when mos to f those sacks came against Toledo, Youngstown state and the other Ohio schools.

by BigDinLA on Jan 18, 2011 3:33 PM CST up reply actions  

This.

Heyward was inconsistent and an underachiever. Those are two huge red flags.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 4:50 PM CST up reply actions  

are you still an eagles fan?

that would be a hell of draft for us, except for cameron heyward

by ratware on Jan 17, 2011 9:35 PM CST up reply actions  

LMAO

at this…

and then I cut out early for a little botox touch-up.

"Treat a person as he is, and he will remain as he is. Treat a person as if he were where he could be and should be, and he will become what he could be and should be." - Jimmy Johnson

by silverblue5 on Jan 18, 2011 9:53 AM CST up reply actions  

Know thine enemy

Nice JimmyK. While I don’t like Heyward at #9 and would like some more players from the draft than just 4, you certainly seem to be aware of the Cowboys franchise and our current needs. Sorry, no rec’d from me, but you do get some props.

However, I take offense at your jab at Jerry Jones and botox. We all know vampires and/or men who strike deals with the devil have no need for such plastic surgery.

"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable."
"Leadership is a matter of having people look at you and gain confidence, seeing how you react. If you're in control, they're in control." - Tom Landry

by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 11:24 AM CST up reply actions  

Yeah, I’m not huge on Heyward either, but I thought he was the best fit based on the MTD Top 200 and who I was allowed to draft at 9. If I had broken the rules and traded back like some of these other cheaters (haha), then my draft would be WAAAAY better than the one I devised above. I considered Dareus momentarily, but the cost to trade up 2 stinking spots was too high.

As for the Jones comment, I was going to write something like “And then I go to the media with my fingers crossed behind my back and tell them that Garrett was in charge, before heading out for a botox touch-up,” but I figured that would get me immediately disqualified so I chopped off the first part.

by JimmyK on Jan 18, 2011 12:02 PM CST up reply actions  

Pretty good draft, not sure about 1st pick though...

As you say, probably too early for Sherrod. The more I read the more I’m convinced that the 9th pick is a luxury pick. Our primary needs (OT, G, NT, S) aren’t a good value at that spot. The 9th pick is like a extra pitch and you’re swinging for the fences…

So from here on out… I’m just going to substitute “I wanted to trade down” for “Maybe a little early” in each of these mocks. :)

by wwilbur3 on Jan 18, 2011 1:13 PM CST up reply actions  

Chandus....

Your pick of 3 OT is a little strange. Are you thinking one of them goes to OG or maybe you’re thinking Sam Young from last year is getting cut? What’s up?

by IMHO on Jan 17, 2011 8:44 PM CST up reply actions  

I want to find at least one starter

And in this situation, I believe that the team needs to carpet bomb the position with guys that can eitherplay RT or G. Watkins, Cannon and Barksdale are prospect that look like they can play both.

Arnold, almost 5 years of good memories, you'll be missed.
Viva México! Go Cowboys!

by Chandus on Jan 17, 2011 10:12 PM CST up reply actions  

This.

Good strategy.

"The Angels are like the villain in the movie that isn't dead until he's been stabbed 150 times in the bath tub, yet he still might come back up one more time." - Eric Nadel

by TXHC on Jan 18, 2011 8:58 PM CST up reply actions  

FS with pick #2?

But he needs to drop that WR, huh?

Pessimists say the cup is half-empty, while optimists say it's half-full. Well, isn't it both? Realist Larry, 2009

by Realist Larry on Jan 18, 2011 5:41 PM CST up reply actions  

here is mine

Round #1… trade up to pick #6 for Prince Amukamara using 3rd and 6th

Round #2… Nate Soldier

Round #3…N/A

Round #4…Mike Mohamed

Round#5… Justin Boren

Round #6…N/A

Round #7(from Chargers)…?

formerly I draft the Cowboys!!!
Yes...I am Ironman....seriously my last name is ironman in German

Knowledge and Skill overcome superstition and Luck-Dawn Patrol

by I am Ironman!!! on Jan 17, 2011 4:39 PM CST reply actions  

what wrong with Nate?

formerly I draft the Cowboys!!!
Yes...I am Ironman....seriously my last name is ironman in German

Knowledge and Skill overcome superstition and Luck-Dawn Patrol

by I am Ironman!!! on Jan 17, 2011 4:58 PM CST up reply actions  

add in our 7th to the trade up

just to keep within the rules…..

formerly I draft the Cowboys!!!
Yes...I am Ironman....seriously my last name is ironman in German

Knowledge and Skill overcome superstition and Luck-Dawn Patrol

by I am Ironman!!! on Jan 17, 2011 4:41 PM CST reply actions  

New Mock....

Start with #9th, 41st, 73rd, 105th,137th, 169th, 210th

Round 1- Prince Amukamara | 6’1, 200 pounds | CB | Nebraska(Trade #9, 73rd, and 137th{1612.8 points total} for #6 and #198[1612.2points])

Left with 41st,105th,169th,198th,210th

Round 2- Gabe Carimi | 6’7, 315 pounds | OT | Wisconsin (Trade 41st, 105th and 210th{581.4 points} for 36th and 132nd{580 points})

Left with 132nd, 169th,198th

Round 3- N/A

Round 4- Marcus Cannon | 6’5, 350 pounds | OT | TCU (trade #132nd, 169th, and 198th(76 points) for #113 and 209th (75.8 points)

Round 5- N/A

Round 6*- Doug Hogue | 6’2, 228 pounds | OLB | Syracuse( trade Roy E.Williams to Carolina for the 193rd. That plus the 209th(22 points) for the 174th pick(21.8)

This will be if the CBA gets done before the draft….unless we can still trade players….

formerly I draft the Cowboys!!!
Yes...I am Ironman....seriously my last name is ironman in German

Knowledge and Skill overcome superstition and Luck-Dawn Patrol

by I am Ironman!!! on Jan 18, 2011 2:29 PM CST up reply actions  

just noticed some thing OCC

your Values are off…9th pick is worth 1350; 8th is worth 1400 our 3rd rounder is worth 225 points….just thought you would like to know…..

formerly I draft the Cowboys!!!
Yes...I am Ironman....seriously my last name is ironman in German

Knowledge and Skill overcome superstition and Luck-Dawn Patrol

by I am Ironman!!! on Jan 17, 2011 5:03 PM CST reply actions  

correct on the 9th & 8th pick and corrected above, the 71st in the 3rd round is worth 235.

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 17, 2011 5:14 PM CST up reply actions  

but we have the 73rd pick OCC

unless there was a trade or something that gives us the 71st…..

formerly I draft the Cowboys!!!
Yes...I am Ironman....seriously my last name is ironman in German

Knowledge and Skill overcome superstition and Luck-Dawn Patrol

by I am Ironman!!! on Jan 17, 2011 7:44 PM CST up reply actions  

71 or 73? I’m not sure. In principle, it should be 73, but most mocks (example: Walter Football) have us at 71. I admit I am baffled.

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 18, 2011 4:01 AM CST up reply actions  

these rankings are shitty

lol look at where they got people ranked

by Archie Barberio on Jan 17, 2011 5:11 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

Yeah, alot of players are way undervalued

CBS sports is the same way, but they have everyone ranked at least. Haven’t seen any other good big boards aside from some on the draftcountdown forums

by Spaceball on Jan 17, 2011 6:40 PM CST up reply actions  

Stupid formatting

Those picks in order are at 14, 36, 40, 140, 157, 171

And as a post-breakdown, I was pleased that I was able to hit every big need. I didn’t like any of the #3 RBs, but I don’t know if that matters since Lonyae Miller can be that guy. Regardless, I really love all these picks. The only questionable one here is Brandon Hogan. He is risky because he is coming off a torn ACL and a suspension from the team at the beginning of the year. And as bad as that sounds, I will still take him at #157 because when healthy he was the best cover corner in the Big East.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 17, 2011 5:24 PM CST up reply actions  

na I feel ya

for me the are a bunch of nice RB’s late but a corner makes more sense

if my mock was anything close to true it would be amazing
the ranks are a little out of wack

by Archie Barberio on Jan 17, 2011 5:32 PM CST up reply actions  

If we manage to get Jordan, Carimi, and Moore I would dance a jig.

I also love Moffit. Team him and Carimi up on the right side for the next 5-10 years. Would prefer Gurley over Robinson at WR though. That 6’5 would be another red zone threat and he has very deceptive speed.

by BigDinLA on Jan 18, 2011 12:26 AM CST up reply actions  

Trading like a Jones

This is probably what Jerruh thinks will happen when he starts trading repeatedly. Nice draft…

by wwilbur3 on Jan 18, 2011 1:21 PM CST up reply actions  

Not bad at all

You did trade down, but I won’t be more pious than the pope on that.

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 17, 2011 6:13 PM CST up reply actions  

Ahhhh...

Gotcha. My bad. And here I thought I was being all tricky since I traded down and then back up for Gabe Carimi. I can redo one here in a little while. Regardless, that was a fun exercise in trying to get the trade values to match.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 17, 2011 6:50 PM CST up reply actions  

Not round three. Pick three.

With my trades he would be taken at #40.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 1:29 AM CST up reply actions  

im going off the wall here bare with me

1.-Mark Ingram RB Alabama
2.-Rahim Moore FS UCLA
3.-Ahmad Black SS Florida
4.-Marcus Cannon T/G TCU
5.-John Moffitt G Wisconsin
6.-Orlando Franklin T/G Miami
7.-IDK because the list only goes up to 200, the draft pick is 210!

by Archie Barberio on Jan 17, 2011 5:27 PM CST reply actions  

TOP TEN RUNNING BACK

RUN FOR THE HILLS!!!

Tell EVERYONE you can about www.NFLLockout.com and how they can sign the Petition to Block the Lockout.

by NYHorn on Jan 17, 2011 7:22 PM CST up reply actions  

Would rather see a cb in there than 2 S's but I like it.

Ingram would give us a true feature back. Still hating on Bigg Jr, but Moffit and Franklin are solid.

by BigDinLA on Jan 18, 2011 12:28 AM CST up reply actions  

Pick 9 is a pure LUXURY pick

And I don’t think you’re on crack to swing for the fences…

by wwilbur3 on Jan 18, 2011 1:25 PM CST up reply actions  

ziggy, I love the Maehl pick

Would be a great slot receiver in the NFL.

by TCBinNYC on Jan 18, 2011 2:00 PM CST up reply actions  

How about these

I am picking on the basis that the CBA is signed on time and the Free Agency takes place before the draft. In the Free Agency, the cowboys pickup two offensive linesmen.

Round 1 – Pick 009 – Mark Ingram | 5’10, 215 pounds | RB | Alabama

Trade Pick 40 (500) and 109 (76) for Pick 35 (550)

Round 2 – Pick 035 – Von Miller | 6’3, 240 pounds | OLB | Texas A&M

Round 3 – Pick 071 – Ahmad Black | 5’9, 185 pounds | SS | Florida

Trade Pick 140 (36) and 201 (7.4) for Pick 129 (43)

Round 5 – Pick 129 – Casey Matthews | 6’1, 245 pounds | MLB | Oregon

Round 6 – Pick 171 – Aldrick Robinson | 5’10, 178 pounds | WR | SMU

by cwbys on Jan 17, 2011 6:34 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

Won't happen, but:

1. (9) Cameron Jordan – I like him almost as much as Fairly
2. (40) Ryan Mallett – I don’t think I’ve seen a mock where he is picked later than 16. Too much value to pass up.
3. (71) Danny Watkins – He’s older than I would like, and he will have to move inside, but he can probably provide 6 very productive years
4. (109) Marcus Cannon – Right Tackle prospect, or shift to guard
5. Trade (140) and (210) for (129): Casey Matthews – maybe I’m overvaluing him because of his brother, but I could see Lee and Matthews as our interior LB’s for years to come
6. (171) Chimidi Chekwa – best CB left; a good athlete, but a project

by doomsdayreturns on Jan 17, 2011 6:56 PM CST reply actions  

I get why you see value for Mallett at 40, but no thanks.
However, I love the name Chimidi Chekwa.

"Football is an incredible game. Sometimes it's so incredible, it's unbelievable."
"Leadership is a matter of having people look at you and gain confidence, seeing how you react. If you're in control, they're in control." - Tom Landry

by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 11:32 AM CST up reply actions  

Agreed, but QB is the one position this team won’t touch… We’d never play Mallet so it stands that there would be better value for Von Miller or Gabe Carimi (with small trade up).

by wwilbur3 on Jan 18, 2011 1:28 PM CST up reply actions  

Aikman and Walsh

In 1989, Dallas drafted Aikman 1st in the regular draft and then Steve Walsh 1st the supplemental draft just a few months later. Later that year, Dallas traded Walsh for picks that turned out to be Russell Maryland and Erik Williams.

I don’t think the Cowboys want or need Mallett, but if they can pick him at number 40 and turn him into draft choices that produce the equivalent ofMaryland and Williams, it would be silly not to take this path. Maybe Mallett is an idiot, but every mock I see has him being picked in the top 15 – not at 40 where Mocking the Draft has him ranked.

by doomsdayreturns on Jan 18, 2011 6:33 PM CST up reply actions  

Wow! That is going out on a limb, big fella.

Never’s a helluva loooong time. Consider yourself quoted.

Pride, Avarice, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Sloth.
5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 6:41 PM CST up reply actions  

Redo without trading down. This one will be considerably tougher.

Trade:
Dallas trades #140 and #210 to Cleveland for #134 (43.4 points vs. 39 points)

Round 1 – Derek Sherrod OT
Round 2 – Rahim Moore FS
Round 3 – Pernell McPhee DE
Round 4 – Benjamin Ijalana OT/G
Round 5 – Alex Henery K
Round 6 – Aldrick Robinson WR

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 17, 2011 7:17 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

Also, personally I think Carimi is just as good as Sherrod so I wouldn't mind taking him at #9

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 17, 2011 7:27 PM CST up reply actions  

Our favorite closet cowboy was asking MTD about why he has Carimi ranked low on his board.

“He’s a lumbering player.
His blocking motions are slow, in my opinion. He’s great if he’s facing a defensive tackle, but he executes his pass blocking slowly. He’s a great run blocker, but he might struggle against the shiftier/quicker/more talented rushers in the league.”

http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/1/17/1940306/east-west-shrine-game-rosters-and-who-to-follow-on-twitter#comments

by Rena on Jan 17, 2011 7:41 PM CST up reply actions  

idk

I like Carimi alot, for us he is a RT so I dont see any problem there

by Archie Barberio on Jan 17, 2011 7:47 PM CST up reply actions  

Yeah but I think he would be a very good RT

and plus, even Mocking Dan, the guy who did the rankings, said that the reason he didn’t have him that high was due to the fact that he probably doesn’t have as much upside as a guy like Sherrod. And ultimately I agree, but the thing that Carimi has that I think Sherrod might not is the ability to come in an be a starter from day one. Sherrod comes from a spread offense and ran-block so often that I think he will have a bigger developmental curve.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 17, 2011 7:56 PM CST up reply actions  

Valid Point.

And certainly one to take into consideration.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 1:24 AM CST up reply actions  

I give you credit for changing it up

You brought up a lot of names I haven’t seen mentioned else where, so I give you credit for being creative. I honestly don’t know much about your last three picks. Your draft will give me a few more names to look in to.

by Hank Hill on Jan 18, 2011 8:33 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm With Doomsday

if this guy is avaiable we should take him 40. Ryan Mallett | 6’7, 238 pounds | QB | Arkansas *

MacGee is not an answer for the long term but his guy will be a franchise QB for years to come.

There are too many variables to predict the draft now but I enjoyed all the work put in on the predicitions in this post.

by TCB Orange Dino on Jan 17, 2011 7:22 PM CST reply actions  

Let's take the QB with questionable intelligence...

To learn Garrett’s super simple and predictable offense. The perfect plan.

by Ekijoh on Jan 17, 2011 7:34 PM CST up reply actions  

Funny...

Mallett slacks off in the classroom, which gives us a reason to automatically ignore how much time he spent in the film room at Arkansas, or the fact that Bobby Petrino doesn’t exactly run a simple high-school offense of his own.

Here I’d like to adhere to my mantra; don’t speak unless you know.

by Admiral Dallas on Jan 17, 2011 7:58 PM CST up reply actions  

If the reference

to Garrett’s offense as simple and predictable wasn’t enough of a hint, I was being sarcastic. That said, I don’t want Mallet. Or Gabbert. Or Newton. The only QB I would’ve considered this year is Andrew Luck, and that was when we were still picking around third.

by Ekijoh on Jan 17, 2011 8:20 PM CST up reply actions  

That's fair.

But it’s entirely possible that the entire thing was me using the commonly thrown around stereotypes of both. :P

by Ekijoh on Jan 17, 2011 8:57 PM CST up reply actions  

Haha

I mean, yeah, Mallett is a bit of a dunce when it comes to classroom academics. I just don’t think that always translates directly to football smarts, however.

by Admiral Dallas on Jan 17, 2011 9:14 PM CST up reply actions  

Trade Bait

I wasn’t suggesting taking Mallett because he represents a need for this team, and there is no way he will be on the board at 40 – I would only take him because it would be a value pick – someone to trade to other teams.

by doomsdayreturns on Jan 17, 2011 10:35 PM CST up reply actions  

Agreed.

The parallels are there for sure except I think Mallett may be even more handicapped on the field. The dude just doesn’t (or can’t) move his feet very much and throws with inconsistent accuracy because he tries to get away with throws and arm angles that are extremely difficult because of his arm strength. In short, I am not a fan whatsoever.

Formerly Cowboyfan729
If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 1:27 AM CST up reply actions  

SB Bound

1st round- RB Mark Ingram— Alabama
2nd round- S Ahmad Black— Florida
3rd round- OG/T Marcus Cannon— TCU
4th round- MLB Casey Matthews Oregon or MLB Kelvin Sheppard LSU
5th round- DT Lawrence Guy ASU
6th round- Best OT left
7th round- CB or Speedy WR

Sign Michael Huff.

by howboutdemcowboyz on Jan 17, 2011 7:36 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

see

ive started the Mark Ingram train
ALL ABOARD!!!!!!!
INGRAM TO DALLAS INGRAM TO DALLAS INGRAM TO DALLAS
dust off the #22 jersey fellas
its 88 Dez “Spiderman” Bryant 22 Mark “Catch 22” Ingram
whaaaaaaaat

by Archie Barberio on Jan 17, 2011 7:45 PM CST up reply actions  

I really like

EVERYTHING.

Addresses needs through a combination of Free Agency and Draft. Love every FA and pick.

by Key19 on Jan 19, 2011 12:14 AM CST up reply actions  

Check it out

ESPN top 32 graded college players

http://espn.go.com/nfl/draft

Would Von Miller be more efficient for the Cowboys or would Cam Jordan be more efficient?

I mean, with Miller, Ratliff and Ware, imagine the schemes Rob Ryan would conjure up!

Who says we need to get rid of Spencer.. he can be included in the packages?

by cwbys on Jan 17, 2011 8:29 PM CST reply actions  

Also

CBSsports has Von Miller higher then Cameron Jordan.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/prospectrankings/TSX/2011

Funny thing, both these sites have Von Miller as the 9th best player in the draft.

by cwbys on Jan 17, 2011 8:43 PM CST up reply actions  

RD. 1 JOHN POUNCEY G/C 9TH
RD. 2 DUENTA WILLIAMS FS 40TH
RD. 3 CURTIS BROWN CB 71ST
RD. 4 MARCUS CANNON OT 104TH
RD. 5 JOHN MOFFITT OG 140TH
RD. 6 PIERRE ALLEN DE 171ST

by thruthicknthin on Jan 17, 2011 8:48 PM CST reply actions  

Tons of trades...

But I like what you are trying to do here. Rec’d

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by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 11:36 AM CST up reply actions  

Impressive strategy

That, along with the McClain heads-up/articles, earns a pass on his stealthiness. Thanks for them.

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5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 5:51 PM CST up reply actions  

Unrealistic

I think the orders of some of these players are obviously unrealistic as someone already stated previously. I know I’m not suppose to trade down, but check this out.

Trade Pick 9 (1350) for Rams Pick 14 (1100) and Pick 78 (200)

Round 1 – Pick 014 – Cameron Jordan | 6’4, 285 pounds | DE | California

Trade Pick 40 (500) and 109 (76) for Bengals Pick 35 (550)

Round 2 – Pick 035 – Von Miller | 6’3, 240 pounds | OLB | Texas A&M

Trade Pick 71 (235) and Pick 78 (200) and Pick 171 (23) for 49ers Pick 45 (450)

Round 2 – Pick 045 – Rahim Moore | 6’1, 195 pounds | FS | UCLA

Trade Pick 140 (36) and Pick 210 (7.4) for Panthers Pick 129 (43)

Round 5 – Pick 129 – Casey Matthews | 6’1, 245 pounds | MLB | Oregon

by cwbys on Jan 17, 2011 9:25 PM CST reply actions  

Well

I’m still picking on the basis that CBA is signed and that Dallas addresses the OL in Free Agency. I mean, with players like Jeremy Trueblood, Jared Gaither, Logan Mankins, Carl Nicks, etc.. plus the players we already have on the practice squad, I think we can come out winning in this.

by cwbys on Jan 17, 2011 9:45 PM CST up reply actions  

Good point.

I hope you’re right. I’m dying to sign one or two name FA offensive lineman (Mankins and Gaither, PLEASE)

by Admiral Dallas on Jan 17, 2011 9:54 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm waiting

for OCC to post a Position Review on our Offensive Line and show us the PFF rankings of our players and the free agents available.

by cwbys on Jan 17, 2011 10:02 PM CST up reply actions  

That will be a while yet. I’ve just started on the corners and will then move onto the D-line.

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 18, 2011 4:07 AM CST up reply actions  

Rules are - you can't trade down

"....the Cowboy way...." (Head Coach, Jason Garrett)

by BishopWest on Jan 18, 2011 8:58 AM CST up reply actions  

But of course you knew that - my bad

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by BishopWest on Jan 18, 2011 11:36 AM CST up reply actions  

Straight 7 pick draft

1 Clayborn / 6-2 / 282 / DE / Iowa
2 Moore / 6-1 / 195 / FS /UCLA
3 Watkin / 6-4 / 310 / OT / Baylor
4 Mathews / 6-1 / 245 / ILB / Oregon
5 Moffit / 6-5 / 320 / G / Wisconson
6 Culliver / 6-1 / 201 / FS/CB / South Carolina
7 Jasper / 5-10 /170 / K / LSU

by oldboysfan on Jan 17, 2011 10:06 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

What the hell, everybody's in draft mode already...
  1. 13. Stephen Paea | 6’1, 311 pounds | DT | Oregon State
  2. 46. Stefen Wisniewski | 6’3, 302 pounds | C | Penn State
  3. 70. DeMarcus Love | 6’5, 315 pounds | OT | Arkansas (trade pick 71 + 210)
  4. 105. Mike Mohamed | 6’3, 237 pounds | MLB | California (trade pick 109 + 171)
  5. 149. Eric Hagg | 6’2, 210 pounds | SS | Nebraska

Pride, Avarice, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Sloth.
5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 12:25 AM CST reply actions   2 recs

I have to ask...

What’s with trading to move up exactly one slot? I don’t understand that strategy.

by Ekijoh on Jan 18, 2011 2:47 PM CST up reply actions  

Draft list only has...

200 players, pick 210’s worth 7.4 pts that would be otherwise wasted, so packaged with 71st pick it allowed moving up that one slot to draft DeMarcus Love (#71) rather than Danny Watkins (#72) to address OL. See Love as better pick, plus it was late and this was just done for fun since I’m not draft-mode yet. Just to throw some names out there, play the balance game with list and draft numbers. Not sure how some are drafting at #210 with only 200 players eligible, so like I said, rather than waste it…

Make sense? Maybe not.

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5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 5:24 PM CST up reply actions  

See the balance

LB choice musta been the scotch.

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5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 6:56 PM CST up reply actions  

Case..y Mathews? cute lol.

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by scotscowboyfan on Jan 18, 2011 7:12 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm going to go with

the assumption that the CBA gets done and we’re able to get a starting right guard and safety (free or strong, doesn’t matter) in free agency.
Then I would go;
1) Stephen Paea, NT, OSU (allows Ratliff to move to DE)
2) Martez Wilson, ILB, Illinois
3) Ahmad Black, SS/Fs Florida (Chia has me sold on Black)
4) Ben Ijalana, OL Villanova (seriosly doubt he lasts this long)
5) Chris Hairston OT, Clemson
6) Steven Ridley, RB, LSU

by IronCowboy on Jan 18, 2011 5:31 AM CST reply actions  

see another Black fan

telling you guys Ahmad Black is awesome

Martez is a beast

by Archie Barberio on Jan 18, 2011 11:55 AM CST up reply actions  

I like this mock

A draft made up only of meat-and-potatoes positions (D-Line, O-Line, MLBs, safeties), no glamor positions at all like WR, RB, CB, TE, QB etc. Kudos.

Years of chasing chasing the shiny things in a stars-and-scrubs team building approach has resulted in lack of depth and talent at the meat-and-potatoes positions. Let’s hope we use this draft to correct those mistakes.

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 18, 2011 10:19 AM CST up reply actions   1 recs

Cheers

You read my mind about depth and as you put it – meat and potatoes positions. While I am at a point in my life where I know myself and believe in myself enough to not require recognition or praise…I have to be honest that whenever you give me kudos I do get the warm and fuzzies.

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by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 11:16 AM CST up reply actions  

awesome mock

but Pouncey would be too high at 9, I’d trade down to select him.

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by Terry on Jan 18, 2011 10:52 AM CST up reply actions  

Agreed

But I wanted to stay within the post guidelines and not trade down.

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by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 11:17 AM CST up reply actions  

Great call on Mario Harvey.

I have been reading up on him lately and his numbers are extremely impressive for a guy you could get that late. I also like that he seems like much less of a project considering his size and relative speed. My only question about him is whether he could be a consistent three down linebacker.

The only problem I have with your mock is that ultimately I think you are drafting two guards. Mike Pouncey is more or less limited to guard unlike his brother and Marcus Cannon seems like he will have to move inside. As such, the only thing I would change for this mock is that I would reach for Sherrod as opposed to Pouncey in the first round.

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by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 12:54 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Scratch that, it looks like you are drafting 3 guards.

Yeah now that I noticed Moffit as well you might want to consider changing that pick as well. Of course, that is just my opinion.

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by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 12:56 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Yeah

I thought about that. I like having both Pouncey and Costa with C/G versatility and then the true (with upside) G in Moffitt. In the end, I am hoping Cannon can play RT with some good coaching to improve his footwork and improve his agility. I also don’t know enough about James Brewer at spot #111 to draft him (any info would be appreciated). I strongly considered Sherrod with the #9, but I actually think Pouncey can play either position so I liked that versatility value and Cannon’s value at spot #113 on the rankings.

I agree about Harvey. I basically think he is in the Wujciak mold (but with better value due to where he is currently ranked) a big thumper they can knock people out, but may not have the ability to cover well and be every down ILB. However, he does have better speed (pretty sure) than Wojack, so there is greater hope he can develop his coverage skills. he actually reminds me a lot of Bradie James coming out of college.

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by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 2:48 PM CST up reply actions  

Fair enough.

I can see where you are coming from. I just think Cannon would be out of place at RT. But that is just my opinion.

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by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 4:51 PM CST up reply actions  

HAHA

Just to clarify, is the mock draft dope (meaning good) or are you calling me a dope?

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by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 3:51 PM CST up reply actions  

Very interested about Harvey since he is pretty short at 5'11.

I also hate the idea of drafting Pouncey. He is just like Gurode, but worse at the shotgun snap.

by BigDinLA on Jan 18, 2011 3:40 PM CST up reply actions  

You like short players? By the way, I have also seen him listed at 6’.

Gurode is (was) pretty damn good at playing center…do you mean he is like Gurode in the early/late snaps?

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by Kegbearer on Jan 18, 2011 3:53 PM CST up reply actions  

Like the Harvey pick

Pride, Avarice, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Sloth.
5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 6:09 PM CST up reply actions  

I really like that draft, but...

I would have drafted a tackle at 17. I like Pouncey, but I think that Moffitt and Cannon can both start at guard for you. I think that Cannon will be an above average guard, but I think he will struggle at tackle. 17 would be a perfect area to select one of the top tackles in the draft. I think Pouncey will be a good player, but not quite as good as his brother. But that doesn’t mean that Mike won’t be really good; it’s just that Maurkice is REALLY good. I like your idea of meat and potatoes. If you draft a tackle at 17, you could possibly have three new starters on the oline which would be great. Wow, I’m very intrigued by Mario Harvey. Good job, I really like this draft.

by Hank Hill on Jan 18, 2011 8:39 PM CST up reply actions  

Cameron Heyward seems to early for me at 9.

There’s better talent there. I see him being a late first round pick.

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by Jeterian 2 on Jan 18, 2011 9:54 AM CST reply actions  

Straight 7

1. (9) Derek Sherrod OT Mississippi State
2. (40) Rahim Moore FS UCLA
3. (71) Ahmad Black SS Florida
4. (109) Casey Matthews ILB Oregon
5. (140) John Moffitt OG Wisconsin
6. (171) Aldrick Robinson WR SMU
7. (210) DL

I don’t like the lack of DL but value for needs was there so…

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by Jeremiah_24 on Jan 18, 2011 11:09 AM CST reply actions   3 recs

you know

I see alot of people taking Aldrick Robinson, #24 on SMU and I love that guy
I would love to get a SMU WR

Ahmad Black has some fans, like myself

Casey Matthews has fans like myself

John Moffitt has some fans like myself

those are the most drafted players on everyones mocks, good picks

by Archie Barberio on Jan 18, 2011 11:54 AM CST reply actions  

Mocking Without Free Agency!

It was the D that collapsed so they will be the priority. The right side of the O-line also collapsed, but this years draft doesn’t have value in the early rounds at O-line.

Dallas picks:

1-9: Aldon Smith | 6’4, 258 pounds | DE | Missouri
Because: BPA – our D can’t succeed without a pass rushing LOLB – Spencer is a fail!
*Alternatives:
****Cameron Jordan, DE – Without a trade down he isn’t a good value here… Our D can succeed without a pass rushing 3-4 DE – We can still resign Marcus Spears or play Josh Brent and/or Sean Lissemore and we already have our pass rushing DE – Jay Ratliff!
****Trade Up? – No, our team has too many needs without Free Agency to give up premium (i.e. 3rd-5th round) picks in a trade up…

2-40: Rahim Moore | 6’1, 195 pounds | FS | UCLA
Because: NEED – Best safety in the draft! The NFL is a passing league now and Alan Ball is the weakest link on the team!
*Alternatives:
****Von Miller, OLB – BPA, has been misrated at 35th and makes an incredibly attractive trade-up target! Chaos package here we come!
****Gabe Carimi, OG – NEED, just another guard… Not worth a 2nd round pick.
****Trade Up? – VALUE, if there is a moment to do it, it’s here… for Von Miller!

3-71: Phil Taylor | 6’4, 355 pounds | DT | Baylor
Because: NEED – we’ve always known the 3-4 can’t succeed against the run without a monster NT in the middle. Jay Ratliff is a pro bowl NT but my eyes aren’t lying when I see him get blown up on running downs… Time to move Jay to DE and let him go against the other teams worst G.
*Alternatives:
****Danny Watkins OG, – NEED, a good pick but an older player who will have a shorter career. With these player rankings we can get our guard later…
**** Dontay Moch, OLB – VALUE, really tempting… An amazing athlete for a LB! Imagine the Ryan’s chaos package with an athlete like this on the field!
****Curtis Brown, CB – BPA, what if Mike Jenkins really is what we saw this year?! Yikes…
****Right Tackle – ouch… No pick yet… Is Sam Young really the answer?

4-109: Ben Ijalana | 6’4, 320 pounds | OT/G | Villanova
Because: NEED! – we can’t win next year without rebuilding the right side of our O-line, Leonard Davis is AWFUL!!!
*Alternatives:
****Marcus Cannon, G/OT, TCU – NEED, can play both RT and RG providing excellent flexibility.
****Colin McCarthy, LB, Miami – value, we just picked an ILB last year but we still need someone to replace Bradie James… The lack of sacks from our ILB’ers is unacceptable!
****Alex Wujciak, ILB, Maryland – value, playmaker (see above)

5-140: Rashad Carmichael | 5’11, 186 pounds | CB | Virginia Tech
Because: value, need someone to compete with Orlando Scandrick and Brian McCann and push them to make the roster. We need better depth at CB in case we don’t resign Jenkins or cut Newman in 1-2 years.
*Alternatives: in the 5th-7th rounds none of us really know the players well enough… lol

6-171: Orlando Franklin | 6’7, 312 pounds | G | Miami (Fla.)
**Because: value, need to start getting better depth on our O-line bench.

7-210: Marcus Gilbert | 6’5", 320 pounds | OT | Florida (unranked)
**Because: value, Sam Young needs some competition…

No OT till the 7th round could ruin the season if Sam Young isn’t ready! Missing out on Colin McCarthy (LB, Miami Fl.) and Alex Wujciak (ILB, Maryland) really hurts. Rob Ryan isn’t going to be able to transform this D without better play at linebacker. Hopefully there will be an opportunity to trade one of the backups (e.g. Tashard Choice) for a 4th round pick and get an ILB.

by wwilbur3 on Jan 18, 2011 12:10 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

Mine is a bit weird, but I spent some time on it.

I really wanted to address our lack of really good Safeties. I like Sensabaugh, but he could be lost in FA, but if he is retained then one of the two Safeties drafted could have some time to learn. Alan Ball is gone though. I didn’t pick up a DE player, but I feel like we can address that in FA. Bowen and Spears did decent enough and so only 1 spot needs to be filled and it could be done by Ratliff. Tell me what you all think. :)

1 – Pick 9 – Mike Pouncey | 6’5, 320 pounds | G/C | Florida
A bit of a reach, I know, but I think he could spend a year or two at RG or LG and then replace Gurode at C. If I could have traded down then I would have.

2 – Pick 40 – Rahim Moore | 6’1, 195 pounds | FS | UCLA
Awesome safety, easily our biggest need.

Trade Pick 71 and 171 for Pick 68
3 – Pick 68 – Robert Sands | 6’4, 221 pounds | FS | West Virgnia
I’ll be honest, I don’t know much about Robert Sands, but I REALLY like his size and he leadership. He could easily play CB and FS/SS. Watch some of his highlights, he hits HARD. I almost went for Ahmad Black here, but I really dislike seeing a 5’9" guy as a SS. He is supposed to cover a TE like Witten? No thanks.

4 – Pick 109 – Marcus Cannon | 6’5, 350 pounds | OT | TCU
RT/RG is a huge need. I’ll take a guy that can fill both easily. Super Athletic and I could see him manning either position and that would bode well for the Cowboys.

Trade Pick 140 and 210 for Pick 129
5 – Pick 129 – Casey Matthews | 6’1, 245 pounds | MLB | Oregon
If he is anything like his brother then this will be a huge pick up seeing as how our depth at ILB is very thin and Brooking is on his last leg.

by Static on Jan 18, 2011 12:43 PM CST reply actions   3 recs

Tell you what

If we could land Pouncey and Moore in first two rounds, I’d be thrilled to death

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by Terry on Jan 18, 2011 1:21 PM CST up reply actions  

Pouncey...

going at #9 seems insane. His brother, who is more versatile and apparently has more upside went much lower last year.

by Ekijoh on Jan 18, 2011 2:51 PM CST up reply actions  

If trade downs were allowed

Then I would have dropped to pick 17 and got him there. I really didn’t want to do DE at 9.

by Static on Jan 18, 2011 3:18 PM CST up reply actions  

Mine

1.9 NT Stephen Paea, Oregon St – Didnt really like any of the choices, but this pick fit the best with the rest of my draft.
2.40 OT Tyron Smith, USC – For me, the easiest pick to make. I know he needs to put on weight, but I would take him here and plug him in at LT. Move Free to RT as Smith seems a better fit to protest Romo’s blind side.
3.71 SS Ahmad Black, Florida – Also a little small, but plays bigger than he looks.
4.109 ILB Casey Mattews, Oregon – I’m sure many pick this kid here. I wanted to go elsewhere, but too many good OLinemen later in the draft. Was tempted to pick the Nebraska kicker here.
5.140 OG John Moffitt, Wisconsin – Love this kid. I hope we pick him up in the 4th.
6.171 DE Greg Romeus, Pittsburgh – Was injured this year, so will fall this far because of it. People thought he might be a 1st round pick coming into this season. A little light for our scheme at 270 lbs, but his 6-6 frame could hold 20-25 more lbs.
7.210 OG Clint Boling, Georgia – He’s ranked 200th and we have the 210th pick, so I took some liberties, but this far out who’s counting. But this is not a throw away pick, as I’ve seen mocks where he’s 3rd or 4th round.

by TCBinNYC on Jan 18, 2011 1:52 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

Like Tyron Smith

But no way they insert a rookie to protect Romo’s blindside. We just lost him to IR last season.

by topgrosscloser on Jan 18, 2011 4:33 PM CST up reply actions  

And the fact that Free performed well

and can play elsewhere as a LT. He will get paid LT money to stay here as our LT not RT.

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by Jeremiah_24 on Jan 18, 2011 5:20 PM CST up reply actions  

Agreed, he is a top LT, and we will pay him like it, leave him there.

Put the rookie on the RT spot, that he played in collage, so Romo can see when he gets beat. And he will get beat, all rookies go thru learning curves.

by Rena on Jan 18, 2011 6:35 PM CST up reply actions  

Might like it...

more thinking Ware/Ratliff/Paea. Maybe not.

Pride, Avarice, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Sloth.
5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 6:18 PM CST up reply actions  

Great exercise

I’m not familiar enough with the college circuit to participate with a creative draft. But I have to say – this is a great thread and has been a great way to get an ‘index’ of players to go learn about.

by berkokid on Jan 18, 2011 2:02 PM CST reply actions  

I do not understand the love for Stephen Paea.

We already have a ton of guys like him on the roster. He lacks the size to be a “true” NT and lacks the quickness to be a force at 3-4 DE.

by BigDinLA on Jan 18, 2011 3:44 PM CST reply actions  

Suppose quick/easy explanation is think Ratliff.

Pride, Avarice, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Sloth.
5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 6:20 PM CST up reply actions  

The two "Ratliff-like" players in the draft IMO are...

Nick Fairley (the sky is also blue) and…Marvin Austin. Last year he generated a ton of pressure on a Tarheel team lacking rushers outside of Quinn and…Quinn. Quinn and Austin were basically playing with a bunch of JAGs and still produced.

Sort of like Ware and Ratliff

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by Rat-Pack on Jan 18, 2011 6:23 PM CST up reply actions  

#1: Tyron Smith, OT — I hear that he’s going to shoot up draft boards once the combine rolls around, especially if he bulks up between now and then. Reach now, value then.

#2: Ben Ijalana, OT/G — I picked him because his name is fun to say. That and he should go around where we pick in the second.

#3: Casey Matthews, ILB — This feels like a good place for him to go. I suspect that his brother will help him put on seventy pounds of muscle before the combine.

#4: Ahmad Black, S — This is just because he seems to be so popular amongst other fans. Plus he fills a need.

#5: Brandon Bair, DT/DE — He’s a giant. I’ve always wanted a giant on my defensive line. Let him play DE. I have a feeling he can fit some more muscle on him somewhere to make him an unstoppable killing machine.

#6: Ryan Pugh, C — It took me a while to get to this position. He can have a year or two to develop as long as you don’t mind the ball being snapped low, high, or at random times, leaving the rest of the o-line confused in their stances.

#7: I think this goes to a WR. We have plenty, but we have a good track record with late-rounders. So find a burner who needs some polish and take him here.

by Ekijoh on Jan 18, 2011 4:14 PM CST reply actions   2 recs

Yay trading.... we should be able to trade down 9, 40, 71, 109, 140, 171 and 210 picks

9. Prince Amukamura , CB , Nebraska
40. Corey Liuget, DE/DT, Illinois
Dallas trades picks 71 and 140 to move up to 64.
64. Marcus Cannon. OT/G – TCU
Dallas trades picks 109 and 171 to move up to 100
100. Deunta Williams, FS – NC
210. Terrell McClain, DT/DE – South Florida

by nicholas.rodriguez on Jan 18, 2011 5:56 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

oops

Bruce Miller is from Flordia State

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by Rat-Pack on Jan 18, 2011 6:26 PM CST up reply actions  

Interesting tidbit

Seems Casey Matthews didn’t receive a scholarship from USC (causing him to be a Duck), who signed Galippo instead. LB picks arouse my curiousity.

Pride, Avarice, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Sloth.
5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 6:37 PM CST up reply actions  

It's definitely a need no one is talking about.

Brooking is a Wade guy, James is solid as always but getting older, Lee has durability issues.

Even if they are Day 3 picks, the ILB depth is a big need.

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by Rat-Pack on Jan 18, 2011 6:45 PM CST up reply actions  

Yep, agreed

Pride, Avarice, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Sloth.
5 outta 7 ain't bad. Working on the other 2.

by tanstaafl on Jan 18, 2011 6:46 PM CST up reply actions  

PRINCE NOT AVAILABLE AT 9

You have to trade to 6 to get him. Greatly affects outcome.

by topgrosscloser on Jan 18, 2011 8:55 PM CST up reply actions  

What is everyone's infatuation with Von Miller?

In the 3-4, the OLB must be able to cover too. Spencer has graded out well in the run game and against the pass. With Rob Ryan, the Cowboys will be rushing unexpectedly. I know he had a monster game in Jerry World, but Derrick Harvey out of Florida was supposed to be the next big thing too. So was some guy named Vernon Gholston. I know this is a circumstantial argument, so I will digress.

PFF ranked the Cowboys with the best front 7. Call me crazy, but that doesn’t sound like a need. Von Miller is a luxury pick that Garrett can not afford to make.

I still love this draft overall though! Rec’d!

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by Rat-Pack on Jan 18, 2011 6:59 PM CST up reply actions  

I like that there's a lot of picks

Von Miller can cover – he’s a world class athlete at the OLB position. What’s wrong with adding talent like that?

That said, he’s going to be a top 15 pick. He’s had about 28 sacks in 2 years

by AustonianAggie on Jan 19, 2011 9:40 AM CST up reply actions  

Like it a lot.

Certainly a very interesting variety of trades.

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by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 7:54 PM CST up reply actions  

OCC

Are you doing another draft challenge like last year where we just have to pick the players and not mock their positions?

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by Rat-Pack on Jan 18, 2011 6:51 PM CST reply actions  

Yes

But that’s going to be much closer to the draft, something like mid-April

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 19, 2011 2:02 AM CST up reply actions  

Not a bad haul by any means.

I probably would have addressed O-line earlier but I like the picks of Quinn, Moore, and Ijalana.

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If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 7:50 PM CST up reply actions  

thanks

could have definitely went O-line with 2nd pick, but Moore is just too good to pass up at 40 and fills a great need. The drop off between him and a later round safety is tremendous, whereas I think that Ijalana and Cannon are not too far behind what o-line is available at 40, comparatively speaking.

by topgrosscloser on Jan 18, 2011 8:38 PM CST up reply actions  

A valid point indeed.

And actually, I didn’t realize how much your slots had changed because for some reason I thought you took Ellis at #71 over Danny Watkins. Him at #107 is a much better deal.

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If I had a nickel for every time the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I would have zero nickels

by Creasy729 on Jan 18, 2011 9:53 PM CST up reply actions  

Don't tell OCC

I traded down without “trading down” ;-)

by topgrosscloser on Jan 18, 2011 10:03 PM CST up reply actions  

ijalana

hes supposed to go in the 2nd round

by demarcus94 on Jan 19, 2011 3:49 PM CST up reply actions  

this is assuming jerry spends lots of money in FA

Trade 9,40 for 4,135,197 and select Fairley then trade 71,109,135,197 for 54 and select D. Williams then trade 140,171,210 for 113 and select. Cannon

Sorry for the lack of structure but I’m on a nook color

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by 88Deztined46 on Jan 18, 2011 7:07 PM CST reply actions  

love it

too bad none of this will happen
im drooling over some of these mocks

by Archie Barberio on Jan 18, 2011 7:56 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

The Real Deal

Trade – Pick 09 (1350) + Pick 40 (500) = Pick 04 (1800)
Round 1 – Pick 004 = DL – Nick Fairley (Beast)
Trade – Pick 71 (235) + Pick 210 (7.6) = Pick 70 (240)
Round 3 – Pick 070 = OT – Demarcus Love (Team Captain)
Round 4 – Pick 109 = FS – Mark LeGree (Ball Hawk)
Round 5 – Pick 140 = ILB – Mario Harvey (Consistent)
Round 6 – Pick 171 = WR – Aldrick Robinson (Track-Star Receiver)

by cwbys on Jan 18, 2011 8:39 PM CST reply actions   2 recs

You and 88Deztined a little further up are the first to go for Fairley

Interesting. I thought a lot more people would go after Fairley, as he is easily within reach in the scenario we are using here. Your first and second will get you Fairley here.

Does the fact that so few go that route mean that Fairley is not worth a 1st and 2nd?

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 19, 2011 3:42 AM CST up reply actions  

I think its more about not wanting to give up a first and second.

Also, I didn’t even know someone else did the trade for Fairley, I thought I would be the first. He must’ve posted it while I was writing up my mock.

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 1:24 PM CST up reply actions  

MY FIRST BTB POST

…been a die-hard Cowboys fan since 1977… long-time reader… enjoyed this thread, so thought I’d finally post and put in my picks…

1st RD… (8) Robert Quinn DE / North Carolina …(Trade 1st RD and 4th RD pick to move up)

2nd RD… (40) Raheem Moore FS / UCLA

3rd RD… (71) Pat Devlin QB / Delaware …(NOTE: this kid is the real deal!!!… we need to steal him!)

4th RD… (traded)

5th RD… (140) Chris Hairston OT / Clemson

6th RD… (160) Brandyn Thompson CB / Boise St. (Trade 7th RD pick to move up)

7th RD … (traded)

NOTES: R Quinn = J Peppers, simply a beast … Devlin is the man, trust me on this one!… WE MUST DRAFT HIM!!!… we can’t skip over him like we did Drew Brees in the draft.

Thanks for letting me post :)

Thoughts?

by EastCoastCowboy on Jan 18, 2011 8:50 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

From what i read

Pat Devlin isn’t a bad pick. He’s only thrown two interceptions in 350 attempts this season. If he sits on the bench for 2, maybe 3, years working under center, arm strength, multiple reads and tightening his spiral he could become a started after Romo.

by cwbys on Jan 18, 2011 9:02 PM CST up reply actions  

this kid...

went to high school in Downingtown, PA… town next door to me… he killed!… should have went to Miami, but chose Penn State because his folks were alums… he beat Ohio State as a red-shirt freshman, and then they sat him for Robinson when he got healthy… don’t blame Pat for saying “f-you” and transfering out after that…

His local presence was and is waaaay higher than Matt Ryan’s ever was in this area (he’s from the town next to Downingtown… Exton, PA)… and he should be more pro-ready than Flacco…

My concern is that once he rips it up in the east-west shrine game and kills it at the combines, his stock will rise… and my boy Jerry won’t want to use a 2nd rounder on him…

Romo is “ok”… but he was undrafted for a reason… Devlin could be the next REAL cowboys QB after Aikman.

PLUS… he wears #17… Dandy Don Meredith’s number… that’s a sign!

by EastCoastCowboy on Jan 18, 2011 9:19 PM CST up reply actions  

Romo is "ok"

I hope you mean “ok” as in healthy.

Romo is definitely not “ok”. John Kitna is “ok”.. Romo is one of the top 10 Qbs in the league.

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 1:27 PM CST up reply actions  

gotta love a draft that swings for the fences

Which is what a QB pick is… Devlin would never get enough playing time in bigD. We don’t play our rookies enough to develop them…

by wwilbur3 on Jan 20, 2011 9:16 AM CST up reply actions  

First make 6 trades!

1) 171,210 (31.4 points)for 190,197 (28 points) from New York Jets
2) 9,71,Jets 190 (1601.4 points) for 6 (1600 points) from Cleveland
3) 109,140, Jets 197 (124.6 points) for 95 (120 points) from Jacksonville
4) 40 (500 points) for 48,112,209 (497.8 points) from Oakland
5) Raiders 209 (7.8 points) for 219, 220 (7.2 points) from Atlanta
6) Raiders 112, Falcons 220 (73.4 points) for 111 (72 points) from St Louis

#6=Prince Amukamara CB Nebraska
#48=Tyron Smith OT USC
#95=Ahmed Black SS Florida
#111=Marcus Cannon OT TCU
#220=Ian Williams DT Notre Dame

by Andrew Warren on Jan 18, 2011 11:24 PM CST reply actions   2 recs

Marvin Austin is

a fat idiot, and that’s his good qualities.

by IronCowboy on Jan 19, 2011 5:31 AM CST reply actions  

too bad one can’t trade down – I could get a decent ILB and CB with the additonal point values, but you play the game as it is

9 20. Derek Sherrod | 6’6, 300 pounds | OT | Mississippi State
40 51. Quinton Carter | 6’1, 195 pounds | FS | Oklahoma
71 95. Ahmad Black | 5’9, 185 pounds | SS | Florida
104 107. Kenrick Ellis | 6’5, 340 pounds | DT | Hampton
140 142. John Moffitt | 6’5, 320 pounds | G | Wisconsin
171 179. Orlando Franklin | 6’7, 312 pounds | G | Miami (Fla.)
210 not listed Owen Marecic 6’1, 245 pounds FB Stanford

by Dr P on Jan 19, 2011 9:02 AM CST reply actions  

My Draft from Heaven

at #9 Mark Ingram | 5’10, 215 pounds | RB | Alabama <— Relegate Felix to back up
at #40 Nate Solder | 6’9, 305 pounds | OT | Colorado
71. Phil Taylor | 6’4, 355 pounds | DT | Baylor <— Move Brent to DE
104. Josh Bynes | 6’2, 239 pounds | MLB | Auburn <—- Back up Bradie James
140. Justin Boren | 6’3, 320 pounds | G | Ohio State
171. Jermale Hines | 6’1, 216 pounds | FS | Ohio State
210 DeJon Gomes | 6’0, 200 pounds | FS | Nebraska

All of these guys were rated slightly below where Dallas picks, except pick #210, I figured somebody would drop to us eventually.

I wanted to write in how Dallas traded the 2nd + 3rd to move up to also get Von Miller, but that rating is not going to hold up. He’s someone to think about at pick #9

I took Mark Ingram for one reason: Platoons of backs are ineffective. We need one lead horse. I’d like to see Felix back returning kicks, and executing mostly trick plays like Reggie Bush does.

by AustonianAggie on Jan 19, 2011 9:43 AM CST reply actions  

2 things
Platoons of backs are ineffective

Kansas City would like to disagree.

Felix back returning kicks, and executing mostly trick plays like Reggie Bush does

Felix was never close to Reggie Bush in returning kicks. Plus he has brittle tendecies while doing so.

Semper Fi Do or Die

by Jeremiah_24 on Jan 19, 2011 12:04 PM CST up reply actions  

Ok
KC has made it just as far as we have the last couple years in the playoffs

While that might be true, it wasn’t due to their running game. They only were able to run the ball 16 times against the Ravens for 6.38 ypc between the three backs. RBBC can be effective.

and I’m talking KR where Felix is excellent, has a TD, not PR

46 career returns, 1 for a TD, 24.2 ypa. – Felix Jones

82 career returns, 3 for TD’s, 25.5 ypa. – Percy Harvin

Not exactly “Excellent”. Both years Felix returned kicks he got injured. Stopped returning last year and made it through. Strange correllation there. Trust me I am a big fan of Felix, not saying he’s awful just saying with his durability him and TChoice are a great combo and with him NOT returning kicks..

Semper Fi Do or Die

by Jeremiah_24 on Jan 19, 2011 2:41 PM CST up reply actions  

If

Dallas selects Mark Ingram, first round, then Felix Jones would have be traded. It will be the same thing as what happened with Patrick Crayton. Felix doesn’t want to be #2 again and I doubt Jerry would continue to pay him to be #2.

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 1:30 PM CST up reply actions  

It would

also be similar to what Jimmy J did with Herschel Walker.

Many people are comparing Mark Ingram to Emmitt Smith.. and I don’t mean ChiaCrack only.

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 1:32 PM CST up reply actions  

I have no idea whats going on in Felix's mind

but if he went down we’d have a terrible RB troupe.

Everywhere seems to compare Ingram to Emmitt. I wonder what real scouts are saying

by AustonianAggie on Jan 19, 2011 1:45 PM CST up reply actions  

Did Matt Millen take over as GM?

How can you compare ANYONE to the Leading Rusher of all time?

the Cowboys averaged 29 points a game in Garrett’s tenure, only scoring less than 27 when the 3rd string QB was taking snaps. This was also done without Dez Bryant for half the time and one of the worst starting combo of RT and RG. The numbers don’t suggest that the offense is the team’s problem, they have enough playmakers and role-players. The Dallas Cowboys have a ton of needs on the defensive side and over all need to get younger; getting a RB who already has an injury in his career at this stage when they can easily get a UDFA to develop is bad strategy, and hopefully at the bottom of Garret’s list.

Adrian Peterson and Chris Johnson are some of the top RBs taken in the first round right? How many playoff wins have these guys accounted for? One, and it was over the Cowboys who were overwhelmed by Ray Edwards and Sidney Rice.

And for any suggesting this is a “Jerry pick”, remember this team is getting a RHG makeover and even Jerry Jones has only taken two RBs in the first: Emmitt and Felix.

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by Rat-Pack on Jan 19, 2011 1:59 PM CST up reply actions  

Our defective running game is why we couldn't close out teams

we ran poorly in the fourth quarter, and we couldn’t defend the run. If we had Ingram vs New Orleans,we could of run the clock out with a small lead instead of needing 2 scores — and then turning the ball over short of our goal.

Our defense is more susceptible to attacks because of our frequent 3&Outs. A guy who gets you in to third and short reliably would help immensely. While we need to improve our Offensive Line, it is clear at this time that Dallas does not have a Running Back who can control a game.

Ingram is that kind of back. He does everything very well, only limited by his tremendous physical talents.

by AustonianAggie on Jan 19, 2011 5:12 PM CST up reply actions  

“When Mark Ingram runs he reminds me of Emmitt Smith.” – a lot of folks

by AustonianAggie on Jan 19, 2011 5:18 PM CST up reply actions  

Just Saying...but

“When Tashard Choice runs he reminds me of Emmitt Smith”—alot of Folks

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by I am Ironman!!! on Jan 20, 2011 2:48 AM CST up reply actions  

ok, but I think Ingram is better. I doubt we’ll have the measureables to prove it though

by AustonianAggie on Jan 20, 2011 3:10 PM CST up reply actions  

Love the Gomes and Bynes picks!

2010 Fantasy Football champion for the BTB League on Yahoo!

by Rat-Pack on Jan 19, 2011 2:11 PM CST up reply actions  

OK, everybody listen up!

We now have 11 mocks with at least four votes (four rec’s turns the comments green). I have added a ranking update at the top of the post. Check it out.

So far, Creasy729 is the top vote-getter with 11 rec’s. Everybody who reads this comment and hasn’t voted yet, please go back and rec those mocks that you like.

To all you mockers: You need rec’s to win this thing. Call your friends! Call your family! Call in all those favors other bloggers owe you! You need more rec’s.

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 19, 2011 3:26 PM CST reply actions  

Amazing Collection of Talent

Round 1 – Pick 009 = Cameron Heyward | 6’6, 288 pounds | DE | Ohio State
Round 2 – Pick 040 = Rodney Hudson | 6’2, 283 pounds | G | Florida State |
Round 3 – Pick 071 = Ahmad Black | 5’9, 185 pounds | SS | Florida
Round 4 – Pick 109 = Colin McCarthy | 6’2, 240 pounds | MLB | Miami (Fla.)
Round 5 – Pick 140 = Rashad Carmichael | 5’11, 186 pounds | CB | Virginia Tech
Round 6 – Pick 171 = Brian Lainhart | 6’1, 206 pounds | FS | Kent State
Round 7 – Pick 210 = Lee Ziemba | 6’7, 304 pounds | OT | Auburn
UFA – James-Michael Johnson | 6’10, 227 pounds | MLB | Nevada
UFA – Alfonzo Dennard | 5’10, 197 pounds | CB | Nebraska

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 5:08 PM CST reply actions  

I meant

James-Michael Johnson | 6’1

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 5:12 PM CST up reply actions  

and Ziemba is ranked 90th. He certainly won’t be available in the 7th round :-)

by One.Cool.Customer on Jan 19, 2011 5:13 PM CST up reply actions  

Hmm

Was looking, but didn’t see him.

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 6:38 PM CST up reply actions  

Amazing Collection of Talent (corrected)

Round 1 – Pick 009 = Cameron Heyward | 6’6, 288 pounds | DE | Ohio State

Was considering trading up, but Cameron Heyward already comes from a 3-4 as oppose to Robert Quinn and Marcell Dareus. Personally, I think Robert Quinn would become an OLB if drafted by a 3-4 defense. To get Marcell requires too much to give up.

Cameron Heyward is a relentless pass rusher and highly motivated. He has a beautiful spin-move to get after inside runs.

“Though not a true outside pass-rush threat, he will pressure the quarterback no matter where he lines up. Lines up on either end, as well as at the five-technique and uses quickness off the snap and excellent length to split double-teams, get inside of linemen when man-up, or push back guards into the pocket. Agile enough to be effective on twists from the outside. Running backs and tight ends are no match against Heyward in pass protection. Tough one-on-one matchup for guards inside due to his lateral quickness, hustle and club move. Strong against the run whether lining up against guards or tackles. Maintains edge discipline to prevent bootleg plays on his side of the field.” by NFLDraftScout.com

Round 2 – Pick 040 = Rodney Hudson | 6’2, 283 pounds | G | Florida State |

I think this pick can become a reality. With most of the first round being defense, it is highly possible that Rodney Hudson falls to the second round and could be available to us when Dallas is on the clock.

Rodney Hudson is considered the best guard in the draft (Mike Pouncey – C) and most likely the fastest. He pulls well and can get to the second level. Although he’s small for a Guard, he can also play Center which would allow Gurode to move to Guard.

“Allowed just 1.5 sacks in 1400 career snaps. Gave up a sack in his first ever game as a true freshman and then went 16 straight games without allowing another. Has graded out as the top overall offensive lineman 11 times in 24 career games. Has posted the top run or pass grade an astonishing 23 times in his career. Has compiled nearly 100 knockdowns in his two-year career. Whistled for the first and only penalty of his career versus Virginia Tech in 2008 ending a streak of 1,024 snaps without being flag.” by NFLDraftScout.com

Round 3 – Pick 071 = Ahmad Black | 5’9, 185 pounds | SS | Florida

Projected as a 2-3 rounder, this is a no-brainer if he falls this far down. Considered a top 10 safety in this draft. Although he is out-matched by most TEs, he has football smarts and he’s a physical player. To top it off, he can make open-field tackles.

“Has very good instincts for the position. Reads the eyes of the quarterback and has good route-recognition skills. Rare coverage skills for the position due to his quick feet, balance, agility and straight-line speed. Has a smooth, low backpedal and typically maintains cushion before he is forced to change direction. Demonstrates the fluid hips and quick feet to turn and run efficiently without losing ground. Plays with good straight-line speed and agility and shows the late burst to close, especially downhill. Willing to crash down in the box and makes plays near the line of scrimmage.” by NFLDraftScout.com

Round 4 – Pick 109 = Colin McCarthy | 6’2, 240 pounds | MLB | Miami (Fla.)

Considered one of the top 5 ILBs of this draft, it would be a steal to pick him at this stage. He won’t “wow” you with anything fancy; however, he is versatile. He can play inside and outside and has experience with both. He’s got good awareness in coverage and can diagnose plays. He can shed off blockers and hits everything that moves

“LB Colin McCarthy was in double digits in tackles in each of his last three games, registering 35 of his 105 stops over that span. Ranked third among all ACC defenders with a 8.6 tackle per game average in league play. Was awarded the Training Room Comeback Player of the Year at the team’s annual awards banquet on Dec. 6. " by NFLDraftScout.com

Round 5 – Pick 140 = Rashad Carmichael | 5’11, 186 pounds | CB | Virginia Tech

Some project a second round, some project 4th round and others 5th round. He’s got the speed to close and is a reliable tackler.

“A fearless competitor who really elevated his game last season. Just keeps working and working. Understands his position and what offenses are doing. Fast and aggressive. Led the team in interceptions with six. Was honored for putting the team first during spring workouts. Will be looked to for leadership.” by NFLDraftScout.com

Round 6 – Pick 171 = Brian Lainhart | 6’1, 206 pounds | FS | Kent State

This man, although on this list, is actually projected to not be drafted. He is a straight-up ball-hawk! 17 Interceptions! 8 forced fumbles! He has made a career out of forcing turnovers. To make it even better, he is a tackling machine. Freshmen year, missed some games due to injury, 63 tackles. The following year, 106 tackles. Although his numbers were down this year, he is still a valuable pick at this stage.

“Brian Lainhart is a coach on the field and the staff is counting on him to lead the defensive unit” by NFLDraftScout.com

Round 7 – Pick 210 = Jake Vermiglio | 6’5, 315 pounds | OT | N. Carolina St

Another player not expected to be drafter. He is a big, tough, player that can play Tackle or Guard. Could be a gem.

“Vermiglio has played 815 snaps on the year without allowing a sack.” by NFLDraftScout.com

UFA – James-Michael Johnson | 6’1, 227 pounds | MLB | Nevada

He isn’t fast, but he’s athletic and a play-maker. He had 58 tackles and 11.5 were for loss.

by cwbys on Jan 19, 2011 9:25 PM CST reply actions   1 recs

My first draft attempt--in both meanings of the phrase

1. 9—Cameron Jordan DE—No ifs, ands, or buts out of me since Fairley, Peterson, and Prince are gone.
2. 40—Tyron Smith OT—Thought about Rahim Moore but I don’t want a rookie starting at FS which is where you need the savvy veteran, get a vet in FA. Smith is a great prospect for RT to instantly replace Colombo.
3. 65—(trade 71, 171, and 210 = 235+23+7 = 265 exactly) Deandre McDaniel SS—Here’s my rookie safety. Hard-hitter, goes for interceptions and the big play. Will play near the LOS or back deep wherever you want.
4. 109—Ben Ijalana OT—project tackle but can go inside right away to RG. Great prospect.
5. 140—Kai Forbath K—Must find some consistency in kicking game. From the internets: He’s got distance (high of 57 yards in HS, 5 FGs of more than 50 yards in one season, 10/13 from beyond 50 yards), performed under pressure (Texas, Houston, and last second win over Oregon State), consistency (102 of 104 PATs, 85/101 FGs 82%). He had a groin injury in 2010 reducing him to 13/18 that year, but was 72/83 the first 3 years. I like.

by mdlusk on Jan 20, 2011 5:44 AM CST reply actions   2 recs

Further thoughts on this mock draft.

After further review, Tyron Smith might not be able to come in and start at RT right away, but he can develop in about a year or two. Thus Mankins (or equivalent) is necessary for renting for a year or two.

My thought process was this on the defense: We need two new safeties (though Sensabaugh was average), and I want new blood at SS young and ready to hit and go after things. At FS I want a savvy veteran capable of keeping everyone on the same page, so I want a free agent FS like Huff that can come in and already know Rob’s systems and ways of doing things. Then AOA can sit behind him and learn the new system for a couple seasons. One thing that I want to completely end is the CB/FS hybrid experiments. It sounds good on paper allowing you to save a roster spot, but in reality it has given us no better than average at both positions.

On offense I’m replacing the right side of the OL, with Mankins and Ijalana in place of Colombo and Davis. Smith comes in in a year or two, or we start him and give him TE help for most of the season until he gets his feet wet.

With a new pass-rushing DE with Rat and Ware, Spencer should be better with less to have to face, and gives us more flexibility to let Rob do his confusion thing and Abide.

I also want to target ILB backup for Lee and James, and nickel ILB. That went begging in my draft, but I couldn’t see as much value there to take. I want that a vet ILB from a system under Rob to help the front 7 learn their roles easier, too, he can be either the nickel ILB or just the 4th backup that we rent for a year or two. Next year we draft another ILB high.

With the new safety combo and the better front 7 pressure, I think the CBs will show up much better. I’d like to find an eventual replacement for Newman, but to me, that was only Prince or Peterson, and I didn’t want to make the sacrifice to move up to get them.

On offense we only needed OL and maybe depth at WR, depending on Roy’s status with the team.

On special teams K gets solved, and we can choose to retain Beuhler as KO specialist/coverage team or not. McDaniel would be a good addition to coverage teams, and Tyron Smith, if not starting, can help with the return teams (in place of Colombo).

I’m sure all this is tl,dr (too long, didn’t read) for most, but in case you wanted to see a bit more about what I thought….

by mdlusk on Jan 20, 2011 2:34 PM CST up reply actions  

Shot in the dark

I’ll give it a shot…….albeit in the dark and it for sure wont happen.
trade the # 9 & #71 picks for the Rams # 14 , #47, #142 & #175 picks
trade the #140 & # 210 picks for the Packers # 175
 # 14…..select OT Derek Sherrod Mississippi State (OL for next 10 years)
 # 40….select C Stefen Wisniewski Penn St (replacement for Gurode)
 # 47….select DE Muhamad Wilkerson Temple (position of need)
 # 109….select OG Marcus Cannon TCU (OL for next 10 years)
 # 134….select LB Colin McCarthy Miami (heir to Bradie James position)
 #142….select CB Rashad Carmichael Virgina tech (depth concerns)
 # 171…select FS Brian Lainhart Kent State (ballhawk safety is always a good sign)
 # 175…select K Kai Forbath UCLA (Buehler & Brown…enough said)

We have to develop our OL. Columbo, Davis, Kosier and Gurode all have severly shown their age. Kosier is the smartest at calling the OL adjustments. When he is out of the lineup that duty falls on Gurode (he’s not that smart and Romo pays the price).

We will have to pick up a FA safety who is smart and can make to calls in the secondary. Ball looked lost and Sensi always looked out of position. Newman is getting old and Jenkins relied on his talent rather than with technique.

At kicker, Buehler hads some accuracy issues and Brown doesn’t have a strong leg.

by smashmouth9473 on Jan 21, 2011 1:10 PM CST reply actions  

Some nice picks there,

but trading the 140 and 210 for the Packers 175 is a “trade down” and not allowed in this scenario.

You cannot trade down

"....the Cowboy way...." (Head Coach, Jason Garrett)

by BishopWest on Jan 21, 2011 3:10 PM CST up reply actions  

OK, No trade downs, bye the rules

Round 1 – Pick 009 = Prince Amukamara CB Nebraska
Round 2 – Pick 040 = Stefen Wisniewski C Penn St
Round 3 – Pick 071 = Muhamad Wilkerson DE Temple
Round 4 – Pick 109 = Marcus Cannon OG TCU
Round 5 – Pick 140 = Colin McCarthy MLB Miami (Fla.)
Round 6 – Pick 171 = Brian Lainhart FS Kent State
Round 7 – Pick 210 = Terrell McClain, DT/DE South Florida

by smashmouth9473 on Jan 21, 2011 3:45 PM CST reply actions  

Prince is 6th

Although I know where you’re coming from with the first pick, you would have to trade up to get him according to the rules. Also, Wilkerson is 37 and can’t be picked at 71. The same with Colin McCarthy who is 120, thus, cannot be picked at 140.

You pick at your exact spot or anywhere below that (e.g. 9th or anywhere from 10 to 20 or so)

On a positive note, I like these picks.

Although I would rather have Wisniewski play G.

And I do believe that Sam Young could possibly start this season at RT. People were skeptical about Doug Free and people will be skeptical about Sam Young. I say start him.

by cwbys on Jan 21, 2011 4:36 PM CST up reply actions  

two strikes, one more to go.

Give it a third try and see what happens. You have to pick per the rules though….

You pick at your exact spot or anywhere below that (e.g. 9th or anywhere from 10 to 20 or so)

"....the Cowboy way...." (Head Coach, Jason Garrett)

by BishopWest on Jan 21, 2011 5:17 PM CST up reply actions  

Ok, I'll stick to LURKING AROUND.........

Sorry for any confusion my picks may have caused……To the Mods, you can just delete my picks/posts so that nobody gets confused.

by smashmouth9473 on Jan 21, 2011 5:18 PM CST reply actions  

HOPEFULLY THIS IS BY THE RULES

Round 1 – Pick 009 = Von Miller | 6’3, 240 pounds | OLB | Texas A&M
Round 2 – Pick 040 = Stefen Wisniewski | 6’3, 302 pounds | C | Penn State
Round 3 – Pick 071 = Phil Taylor | 6’4, 355 pounds | DT | Baylor
Round 4 – Pick 109 = Ben Ijalana | 6’4, 320 pounds | OT/G | Villanova
Round 5 – Pick 140 = Rashad Carmichael | 5’11, 186 pounds | CB | Virginia Tech
Round 6 – Pick 171 = Brian Lainhart | 6’1, 206 pounds | FS | Kent State
Round 7 – Pick 210 = Jake Vermiglio | 6’5, 315 pounds | OT | N. Carolina St

by smashmouth9473 on Jan 22, 2011 1:04 AM CST reply actions   1 recs

nice job!

"....the Cowboy way...." (Head Coach, Jason Garrett)

by BishopWest on Jan 22, 2011 12:34 PM CST up reply actions  

Yes.. Another one!

Pick 9 (1350) + Pick 71 (235) = Pick 7 (1500)
Pick 40 (500) + Pick 140 (36) = Pick 37 (530)

Round 1 – Pick 007 = Marcell Dareus | 6’3, 304 pounds | DT/DE | Alabama
Round 2 – Pick 037 = Muhammad Wilkerson | 6’5, 305 pounds | DT/DE | Temple
Round 4 – Pick 109 = Marcus Cannon | 6’5, 350 pounds | OT | TCU
Round 6 – Pick 171 = Brian Lainhart | 6’1, 206 pounds | FS | Kent State
Round 7 – Pick 210 = Jake Vermiglio | 6’5, 315 pounds | OT | N. Carolina St

Projected Starting D-Line
DE – Marcell Dareus
DT – Jay Ratliff
DE – Muhammad Wilkerson

Projected Starting O-Line
LT – Doug Free / Jake Vermiglio
LG – Kyle Kosier
 C – Andre Gurode
RG – Montre Holland
RT – Marcus Cannon / Sam Young

Position Battle
AOA vs Brian Lainhart = Free Safety

by cwbys on Jan 22, 2011 2:44 PM CST reply actions  

I like most of your projection, but

think the Free Safety position still won’t be fixed if it is up to AOA or Lainhart.

Nice picks though.

"....the Cowboy way...." (Head Coach, Jason Garrett)

by BishopWest on Jan 22, 2011 4:12 PM CST up reply actions  

we don't know that

I say give them the opportunity.

I’m not too thrilled about the two young RTs, but there wasn’t anybody else that was better on the OL for this pick.

by cwbys on Jan 22, 2011 4:30 PM CST up reply actions  

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