Cigaro's Midseason Mock

[Cigaro]

1. St. Louis Rams

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Jimmy Clausen, QB, Notre Dame

The Rams are horrible, and could use an upgrade at any and every position. It all starts with the quarterback though, and Clausen has everything you look for in a pro prospect.

2. Cleveland Browns

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Eric Berry, S, Tennessee

While the Rams are the worst team in the NFL, the Browns aren't far behind. Like the Rams, the Browns could draft nearly any player and it'd be an automatic upgrade. Eric Berry is the best defensive playmaker in college football, and it should translate to the NFL.

3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska

The Buccaneers have a major hole at defensive tackle, and Suh should fill it. Many have Gerald McCoy ranked above Suh, but Suh has been simply unstoppable this season, and is the best defensive tackle prospect in years.

4. Kansas City Chiefs

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Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma State

A few players are on the table here, including Taylor Mays and Sergio Kindle, but my money is on the Chiefs addressing the offensive line. I've got Okung as the clear cut number one senior offensive tackle, possessing the athleticism to start on the left, and the strength to start on the right.

5. Oakland Raiders

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Taylor Mays, S, Southern California

This isn't exactly rocket science. Luckily for Raider fans, this time the athlete is actually worth the pick.

6. San Francisco 49ers(f/CAR)

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Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma

Sam Bradford is still the top ranked quarterback on many people's list, but with his injury allowing Clausen to come into the spotlight, and more serious questions about whether Bradford is a system product following Landry Jones's relative success, Bradford will fall down the board slightly, much to the 49ers' delight.

7. Buffalo Bills

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Bryan Bulaga, OT, Iowa

To get a grasp on Buffalo's offensive line problems, Jason Peters led the league in sacks allowed last season, they traded him, and now they're worse off. Bryan Bulaga is a complete offensive tackle who should be the long term solution to Buffalo's left tackle woes.

8. Miami Dolphins

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Sergio Kindle, LB, Texas

Outside of the 32-year old Joey Porter, the Dolphins lack a pass rushing threat, which will doom any 3-4 defense. Sergio Kindle is a great athlete with experience at both linebacker and defensive end and should give the Dolphins that much need threat.

9. Tennessee Titans

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Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma

We all knew Albert Haynesworth would be hard to replace, but apparently he had a much bigger role in the Titans' success than expected. McCoy is the top ranked defensive tackle by many, and while not exactly the same type of tackle as Haynesworth, he should help return the presence of a dominating tackle to the Titans' defense.

10. Detriot Lions

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Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida

Jim Schwartz may be the coach the Lions have needed for years, but Detroit is still extremely short on defensive talent. Not only is Dunlap one of the most athletic and talented players in this year's draft, but he fills possibly the biggest hole on the Lions' team.

11. Washington Redskins

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Sean Weatherspoon, LB, Missouri

The Redskins lack an impact linebacker, and Weatherspoon is just that. Weatherspoon is a do-it-all tackling machine and the perfect pick for the 'Skins.

12. Jacksonville Jaguars

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Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma State

The Jaguars are currently using a receiver by committee system, with no standouts, which is exactly what Dez Bryant would be. His suspension will create serious questions, but he's simply too much of a talent at a need position for the Jags to pass him up.

13. Seattle Seahawks

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C.J. Spiller, RB, Clemson

Seattle has woes at both quarterback and running back, but with the talent on the board, C.J. Spiller is the best choice. While I have questions about his ability to be an every down back, he's unquestionably an all-purpose threat, with the ability to take every run, catch, or return to the house. He'll likely run an official 40 yard dash in the 4.3 range, which certainly can't hurt his stock.

14. Arizona Cardinals

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Allen Bailey, DE, Miami(FL)

Allen Bailey cheats at life. He once beat an alligator to death with a shovel, and then ate it. Earlier, I said it wasn't rocket science picking for the Raiders. I was lying. Al Davis may finally croak choosing between Taylor Mays and Allen Bailey.

15. Houston Texans

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Joe Haden, CB, Florida

Dunta Robinson is a good corner, and Fred Bennett has been something of a surprise, but make no mistakes about it, the Texans could certainly use a good, young corner. Haden is just that, and should start from day one.

16. Dallas Cowboys

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Arrelious Benn, WR, Illinois

When the Cowboys traded a first and third for him, they were certainly expecting more out of Roy Williams. He hasn't produced to the level the Cowboys anticipated, and none of the other receivers have used their chance to step up. Rejus Benn has been a receiving threat since his true freshman season, something the Cowboys desperately need.

17. San Diego Chargers

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Terrence Cody, DT, Alabama

Jamal Williams has been the keystone for the Chargers' defense the past decade, but even if he fully recovers from his season-ending injury, he'll be 33 years old. At 6'5, 365 lbs, Cody physically is a near clone of Williams, and should both literally and figuratively fill the hole vacated by Williams.

18. Green Bay Packers

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Arthur Jones, DE, Syracuse

When the Packers switched to the 3-4 defense, nearly none of the players on the roster had a natural position in the new formation. B.J. Raji gave the Packers the crucial nose tackle, and Arthur Jones should give them a true defensive end for their 3-4 formation.

19. Cincinnatti Bengals

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Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma

The Bengals drafted Chase Coffman in the third round last year, but he hasn't exactly blown it up so far. None of the tight ends on the roster match Jermaine Gresham's talent and athleticism, and his lack of a season preluding the draft allows him to fall right into the Bengals' lap.

20. Denver Broncos(f/CHI)

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Tony Pike, QB, Cincinnati

Kyle Orton has actually played pretty well so far, but he's little more than a game-manager, and I've got a feeling McDaniels wants someone he can open up the offense with. Pike is just that. Pike is big with good arm strength, and has been picking apart defenses all season long.

21. New York Jets

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Brandon Deaderick, DE, Alabama

With the acquisition of Braylon Edwards, the Jets' key need is defensive end. The only problem is, with Bailey and Jones off the board, there really isn't a player worth the pick here. And since I'm not going to work out a trade-down scenario, here comes the surprise/reach of the draft. Many people are going to say, 'Why not Wootton?', but the fact is, Wootton only had one good season before his injury, and hasn't played well so far. Deaderick is a quietly good lineman for the Tide, and he already has experience at the 3-4 defensive end position.

22. Philadelphia Eagles

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Brandon Spikes, LB, Florida

Spikes is an absolute monster middle linebacker. He can both play the run and drop back in coverage extremely well. He's a big thumper who should fit the Eagles' defense perfectly.

23. San Francisco 49ers

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Greg Hardy, LB, Mississippi

The 49ers addressed their quarterback issue with the selection of Sam Bradford, and now they address their pass rush problems with Greg Hardy. He's a great athlete who when he's on, he's possibly the best pass rusher in the country.

24. Seattle Seahawks(f/DEN)

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Colt McCoy, QB, Texas

C.J. Spiller addresses their running back problem, and now McCoy does the same for the quarterback problem. While he doesn't have the physical ability of the quarterbacks drafted earlier, he's the most efficient passer in the class. He'll never be a Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, or Drew Brees, but he should be a very reliable passer for years to come.

25. Atlanta Falcons

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Brandon Graham, DE, Michigan

Jamaal Anderson is a bust, and John Abraham is 31 years old. The Falcons could use a good, young pass rusher, and that's what Graham is. Graham is a little squat, but he simply produces, which is exactly what the Falcons need and look for.

26. Minnesota Vikings

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Tim Tebow, QB, Florida

Brett Favre has proved to the Vikings what they're capable of if they have a quarterback worth a damn. With all the preferred options off the board, the Vikings take a gamble on Tebow. Serious questions exist about Tebow's ability to translate to the pro game, but his heart and determination are unmatched.

27. Pittsburgh Steelers

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Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma

Trent Williams is a top fifteen pick in numerous mocks, but I'm predicting his stock to drop when teams begin questioning his ability to play left tackle. Regardless of what side he plays in the pros, the Steelers need offensive lineman, and Williams is the type of blocker they like.

28. New England Patriots

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Jonathan Dwyer, RB, Georgia Tech

The Patriots are going to be tempted by the defensive talent still on the board, but the a young runner who they can rely on, and Dwyer's combination of size, strength, and speed is too much to pass up.

29. New York Giants

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Rolando McClain, LB, Alabama

The Giants don't have any major holes, so at this point, it's best player available. McClain is just that. McClain has top fifteen potential if he stays another year, but regardless, he's a great athlete with a nose for the ball.

30. Indianapolis Colts

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Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers

Jeff Otah had a great rookie season, but after that, it's all down-hill. His replacement, Charles Johnson, isn't exactly the cream of the crop either. Anthony Davis gives the Colts an athletic left tackle who should be Peyton Manning's last blindside protector.

31. New Orleans Saints

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Morgan Burnett, S, Georgia Tech

If Malcolm Jenkins moves to safety, this pick is null, but as of now, the Saints still could use a playmaking safety. Morgan Burnett is a rangy ballhawk who can come up play the run, and he should remain a quarterback's nightmare at the pro level.

32. Baltimore Ravens

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Brandon LaFell, WR, Louisiana State

Derrick Mason's return gave the Ravens' a threat at receiver for at least one more year, but he can't play forever. Even if he could, he's only one player, and another option is surely needed. LaFell is a receiver with good size, strength, and speed and should become Joe Flacco's new best friend.

[RaiderNation]

We wont draft Taylor Mays. Just drafted Mike Mitchell in the 2nd round last year, Michael Huff is playing good and Tyvon Branch has impressed many. McCoy or Bulaga please

[Cigaro]

We wont draft Taylor Mays. Just drafted Mike Mitchell in the 2nd round last year, Michael Huff is playing good and Tyvon Branch has impressed many. McCoy or Bulaga please

If Al Davis dies.

[foozball]

We wont draft Taylor Mays. Just drafted Mike Mitchell in the 2nd round last year, Michael Huff is playing good and Tyvon Branch has impressed many. McCoy or Bulaga please

I don't think you can use the words "won't draft" when talking about the Raiders.

[iBoldin]

Meh, Allen Bailey would be okay if we didn't have production coming from both end spots. Dockett is his usual self, and should receive compensation in the off-season, while Calais has finally found a niche in our 34 front.

Campbell has been especially impressive. But I wouldn't mind adding Bailey if we were to lose Dockett somehow. At that point, I'd rather have Jermaine Gresham, Greg Hardy or Brandon Graham, the later two to play edge rusher.

Good mock overall though. I like the picture aspect to it.

[fenikz]

I basically agree with iBoldin, I love Bailey but you don't take backup 3-4 DEs in the 1st

[NIN1984]

I would take Mays over Dunlap, that's for sure. This is the only year I rather have the DB, so now Al will draft someone on the D-LINE, most likely Dunlap.

[derza222]

I like the Jets pick, not a popular guy in mocks thus far but he's a solid guy and I could see him rising that point. Certainly a need and he certainly fits the bill of a solid 3-4 end, I could see it happening. Would not be shocked if they drafted a guy like Trent Williams or Anthony Davis as a bit of a surprise, run blocking has been awful this year and Damien Woody looks a little slow on the right side IMO. They could use some help there, but defensive end is by far the favorite right now so that's a good call.

Said something similar in another mock, I don't see the Bengals popping Gresham. They've never put that much emphasis on the tight end spot, Coffman is only one season in and they knew he was going to be a bit of a project when drafting him. The talent there at TE is not very bad they just have had a ton of injuries. There's no Gresham but the Bengals have a solid mix of guys and would probably be better served going with a safety or a linebacker IMO. Any of the three guys at those positions you have going after their pick would be solid.

[Hines]

Trent Williams would look good in the Black n Gold.

[Bengals78]

As Derza said, Not sure the Bengals would go for a TE. I was shocked we took one in the 3rd round. Coffman has tons of potential.

Safety, Linebacker and DL depth is something we could use a lot more.
I am a fan of Rolando McClain Reshed Jones and Greg Hardy to us in the first.

[wicket]

decent saints pick, bit of a reach though imo

[Cicero]

That's too early for Spiller IMO and if we take McCoy I'm going into an alcohol-induced coma.

[JT Jag]

I'd go Hardy or Graham there instead of Bryant. Bryant is a talent, but Gene Smith doesn't draft guys with character issues.

[Me Likey Rookies]

I wouldnt say Bryant has character issues just because of the latest suspension. Everything I have heard makes him sound like the anti-diva, anti-crabtree.

[Cigaro]

That's too early for Spiller IMO and if we take McCoy I'm going into an alcohol-induced coma.

I agree, but I see Spiller taking a nice rise after the Combine. I'm mocking more on where I think they'll go than where I'd put them at.

[wonderbredd24]

Love the Browns pick

[scar988]

while yes, DE is a need. We will not be taking another RE and try to play them at LE. it hasn't worked any time we did it. if we go DE it's going to be Greg Hardy or Derrick Morgan. 2 guys who have proven to know how to get pass rush on the LE spot AND to stop the run from the LE spot.

[roscoesdad27]

solid ravens pick but i would prefer w.r. demaryius thomas from g.t.

[wonderbredd24]

while yes, DE is a need. We will not be taking another RE and try to play them at LE. it hasn't worked any time we did it. if we go DE it's going to be Greg Hardy or Derrick Morgan. 2 guys who have proven to know how to get pass rush on the LE spot AND to stop the run from the LE spot.

I'll save Sniper the trouble of freaking out over this.

Brandon Graham is very capable of playing power end in a 4-3. He can get to the passer, but he's a run stopping force as well. He's just a guy who makes plays behind the line

[scar988]

I'll save Sniper the trouble of freaking out over this.

Brandon Graham is very capable of playing power end in a 4-3. He can get to the passer, but he's a run stopping force as well. He's just a guy who makes plays behind the line

and he plays RE at Michigan. and he projects as a RE and 3-4 OLB in the NFL.

[wonderbredd24]

and he plays RE at Michigan. and he projects as a RE and 3-4 OLB in the NFL.

He plays on both sides. He had a good matchup with Sam Young when Michigan played Notre Dame.

[scar988]

He plays on both sides. He had a good matchup with Sam Young when Michigan played Notre Dame.

Sam Young = LT....

again, we don't need a RE. he isn't big enough to start at LE for an NFL team. Morgan and Hardy are. The problem I'm seeing is that people don't seem to understand where guys project and where they play. Michigan runs an unbalanced 1 gap 3-4. taking a 3-4 DE from a funky scheme where he plays the WEAKSIDE to be a LE is just a bad idea. so again, we will be looking at guys who can ACTUALLY PLAY LE in the NFL. not guys who are projected as RE's.

[wonderbredd24]

Sam Young = LT....

Does he know that?

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[Babylon]

I'd take Locker if i were Seattle and come back with a Gabe Carimi or a Trent Williams (Tackles) with their pick from Denver.

[LetsGoGiants!]

Love the GIants pick. Hope we can get him ofr real.

[DiG]

not really feelin the skins pick. oline is too big of a need. and most likely qb will be too.

[marshallb]

The Vikings are probably the worst possible fit for Tebow. Minnesota is a win now team, and Tebow will have to sit at least 2 years if he ever becomes a starting QB in the NFL. That is probably the worst possible scenario as far as who I'd take, but I'd probably go with either a DL or even a CB.

[thebow305]

Solid Phins pick.

[aNYtitan]

Can't complain draft McCoy to the Titans. Great BPA and value and it fills a need

[TonyGfortheTD]

If the Chiefs are drafting that high again they need a playmaker, not another lineman from the top 5. They have 2 2nd round picks to address the protection for Cassel. Chiefs=playermaker, k? Outside of Bowe, they've taken nothing but linemen in the first round since the Vermeil era has ended.