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2010 NFL Mock Draft

Last update: Sunday, May 24, 2009 - Major Updates & Round 3 added!
Next update: TBA. 2009 Fantasy Football Rankings next week.

This order is based on my 2009 NFL Power Rankings (Post-Draft).

Cleveland Browns: Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma

If the Browns finish with the worst record in the NFL, it's safe to project that both Brady Quinn and Derek Anderson struggled. Seeing as how they have no running game, unproven/unreliable receivers and a horrific defense, that's definitely a possibility.

There were rumors that Eric Mangini wanted to draft Mark Sanchez. If the Browns finish with a poor record, Mangini may attribute it to the fact that he didn't have "his guy" at quarterback.

Kansas City Chiefs: Arrelious Benn, WR, Illinois

With Tony Gonzalez gone, Matt Cassel doesn't have much to work with outside of Dwayne Bowe. I've always liked Bobby Engram, but he's 36. Mark Bradley, Devard Darling? Meh.

Arrelious Benn is the only option here for now. Well, logical option. Knowing Scott Pioli, he'd probably go after a second-round prospect at this selection.

Detroit Lions: Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma State

In addition to exposing Matt Stafford to horrific pass protection, a major problem with passing up on a left tackle at Pick Nos. 20 and 33 is that Detroit will have to address that position here. If they took Michael Oher or William Beatty in 2009, this selection could be the top defensive player available, like Carlos Dunlap or Gerald McCoy. Passing up on the second-most important position in the NFL set the Lions back yet another year.

St. Louis Rams: Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida

One of the things the Rams will need to do is find a potent defensive end to play across from Chris Long. Carlos Dunlap, a 285-pound beast who had 13.5 TFL and 9.5 sacks as a sophomore, would be a huge upgrade on St. Louis' defensive front. Leonard Little and James Hall will be 35 and 33, respectively, by the 2010 NFL Draft.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma

With Josh Freeman positioned to be the quarterback of the future, Tampa Bay's greatest need is now defensive tackle. Coincidentally, Gerald McCoy happens to be the best player on the board.

By the way, if you're a Bucs fan, make sure you check out Pewter Report.com. It's the ultimate source for inside news on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including all of the draft prospects they're targeting.

Oakland Raiders: Taylor Mays, S, USC

This is pretty much a no-brainer because if Taylor Mays came out early, Al Davis would have targeted him at No. 7 overall in the 2009 NFL Draft. Mays is an athletic freak who plays a position that the Raiders currently have a need for. Plus, Undead Al has a penchant for selecting defensive backs in the first round. Check out Al Davis' Oakland Raiders NFL Draft History.

Seattle Seahawks: Eric Berry, S, Tennessee

I loved Seattle's draft, especially with the possibility of selecting in the top 10 in 2010, but Tim Ruskell couldn't get around to addressing the safety position. Looks like Brian Russell won't be deported after all. With that in mind, why not select one of the top safety prospects in recent memory? As a sophomore, Berry had 72 tackles, 8.5 TFL, three sacks, seven picks (two for TDs) and six passes broken up.

Buffalo Bills: Jevan Snead, QB, Ole Miss

If the Bills are drafting in the top 10 of the 2010 NFL Draft, I'm willing to bet that Dick Jauron and his staff are no longer with the organization.

New regimes mean new quarterbacks, so Buffalo's new front office will be looking to land "its guy."

Jacksonville Jaguars: Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska

Jack Del Rio and Gene Smith have made it known that they want to win the battle in the trenches. John Henderson may not be around much longer, but even he will be, the Jaguars have proven that they're willing to take high-rated prospects despite being deep at the position.

San Francisco 49ers: Joe Haden, CB, Florida

Walt Harris, 35 in August, reportedly tore his ACL in minicamp. The 49ers already need someone across from Nate Clements. Joe Haden would be a great addition to San Francisco's secondary.

Dallas Cowboys: Reshad Jones, FS, Georgia

I've received a few e-mails from disgruntled Cowboy fans who were puzzled as to why Jerry Jones passed up on Rashad Johnson in the 2009 NFL Draft. Quite frankly, I didn't understand it either, but maybe another SEC free safety can make them forgive and forget.

New York Jets: Damian Williams, WR, USC

Unless the Jets trade for Anquan Boldin or Braylon Edwards, they'll be targeting a receiver early in the 2010 NFL Draft. Mark Sanchez needs someone to throw to besides Jerricho Cotchery. David Clowney has shown some promise, but obviously neither wideout is a true No. 1. Sanchez will obviously be comfortable with Damian Williams, who had 58 receptions, 869 yards and nine touchdowns in 2008.

Green Bay Packers: Bryan Bulaga, OT, Iowa

Chad Clifton, coming off knee surgery, is entering his contract year. In fact, if you look at the new 2010 NFL Free Agency and Expiring Contracts section, you'll see that most of Green Bay's offensive linemen will be free agents next March.

The Packers will need a new blind-side protector for Aaron Rodgers, and Bryan Bulaga is a great fit for their zone-blocking scheme.

Washington Redskins: Tim Tebow, QB, Florida

There were a ton of funny things that happened this offseason. Oakland's draft could be at the top of that list. Josh McDaniels' mismanagement of the Broncos was almost as humorous.

One thing that went unnoticed was a quote of Daniel Snyder's a week prior to the 2009 NFL Draft. Discussing the possibility of trading up for Mark Sanchez, Snyder said, "We're really not as a franchise comfortable trading first-round draft picks ... I don't think it's a wise move to keep trading that pick. It's always a little bit risky."

Really, Dan? It took you 10 years to figure that out?

At any rate, Snyder loves drafting big names. Jason Campbell's contract expires after the 2009 NFL season, and I have a feeling that Snyder has already fallen in love with Tim Tebow.

Cincinnati Bengals: C.J. Spiller, RB, Clemson

The Bengals don't have too many needs, so they can draft for value and upside here. C.J. Spiller would provide their offense with a big-play threat, an element they currently lack. If Spiller runs in the 4.3s, he'll be coveted by a several teams in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft.

Miami Dolphins: Terrence Cody, NT, Alabama

Jason Ferguson turns 35 in November and as you can see in the new 2010 NFL Free Agents and Expiring Contracts section, he's entering his contract year. If Terrence Cody is available, I can't see Bill Parcells passing up on him.

Minnesota Vikings: Arthur Jones, DT, Syracuse

No quarterbacks worth taking here, so the Vikings will look at a position they could have easily addressed in the 2009 NFL Draft. Pat Williams turns 37 in October and will need to be replaced soon.

Pick change; previously Geno Atkins, DT

New Orleans Saints: Sean Weatherspoon, OLB, Missouri

The Saints had only four selections going into the 2009 NFL Draft, so they didn't have the chance to upgrade their linebacking corps until the fourth round. They'll need to do that come 2010.

Pick change; previously Mark Herzlich, OLB

Arizona Cardinals: Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma

It wouldn't hurt if the Cardinals found a bookend tackle across from Levi Brown. Mike Gandy, who just entered his 30s, surrendered 6.5 sacks in 2008. He'll be a free agent after the 2009 NFL season anyway.

Pick change; previously Ciron Black, OT

Houston Texans: Earl Thomas, FS, Texas

With Malcolm Jenkins gone, the Texans weren't in position to take a top-tier safety in the 2009 NFL Draft. With that in mind, they may look for one in the 2010 NFL Draft, where there could be four safeties chosen in the first round (Eric Berry, Taylor Mays, Reshad Jones, Earl Thomas).

Seattle Seahawks: Jonathan Dwyer, RB, Georgia Tech

The Seahawks didn't address the running back position in the 2009 NFL Draft, so it appears as though they're willing to give Julius Jones another shot. That doesn't sound like a good idea to me. Running back will be a big need a year from now.

San Francisco 49ers: Sergio Kindle, DE/OLB, Texas

Without a potent pass-rushing option across from Parys Haralson, I doubt the 49ers are going to generate too many sacks in 2009. That'll need to change. Sergio Kindle had 10.5 sacks and 21 TFL as a junior. At 6-4, 254, Kindle could run a low 4.5 40, making him the top rush linebacker available in the 2010 NFL Draft.

Tennessee Titans: Greg Hardy, DE, Ole Miss

As you can see in the new 2010 NFL Free Agency and Expiring Contracts section, Tennessee's top three defensive ends, including Jevon Kearse and Kyle Vanden Bosch, have expiring contracts after the 2009 season. The Titans will be looking for help at this position.

Pick change; previously Everson Griffen, DE

Baltimore Ravens: Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma

Receiver is the bigger need here, but Ozzie Newsome knows how to draft and won't let a talented prospect like Jermaine Gresham pass him by. Todd Heap has suffered too many injuries in his career; L.J. Smith was signed to a mere 1-year deal; Davon Drew was just a fifth-round pick; while Quinn "Miracle Man" Sypniewski couldn't even play on a torn ACL last year. How disappointing.

Atlanta Falcons: Rico McCoy, OLB, Tennessee

Thomas Dimitroff just had another great draft, but one area he failed to address was the linebacking corps. That could be taken care of here.

Pick change; previously Sean Weatherspoon, OLB

Philadelphia Eagles: Brandon Graham, DE, Michigan

Great call by Matt with this pick - Brandon Graham is the every-down left end Jimmy Johnson would love on his defense. As a junior, Graham had 20 TFL and 10 sacks.

Indianapolis Colts: Brandon Spikes, ILB, Florida

Gary Brackett's contract expires after the 2009 NFL season and Brandon Spikes appears to be one of the top players left on the board.

San Diego Chargers: Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma State

If you look at the new 2010 NFL Free Agency and Expiring Contracts section, you'll see that the Chargers have a massive number of receivers who will be free agents in March. This includes Chris Chambers. Considering he'll be 32 a month before the 2010 season, I don't think the Chargers are going to retain him.

Denver Broncos: Colt McCoy, QB, Texas

Colt McCoy shouldn't be a first-round pick, but something tells me that Josh McDaniels is going to envision him as "his guy." After all, McDaniels' flawless offensive system requires quarterbacks to make really short passes and play out of the shotgun.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Kris O'Dowd, C, USC

The Steelers couldn't get Alex Mack or Eric Wood, so unless A.Q. Shipley really impresses Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh could be looking for a replacement for Justin Hartwig a year from now.

New York Giants: Trevard Lindley, CB, Kentucky

Jerry Reese will laugh once again as Trevard Lindley falls to him. The Giants could use some help at corner if they decide to move Terrell Thomas to safety.

New England Patriots: Charles Brown, OT, USC

The offensive line is a huge issue for the Patriots. As you can see in the new 2010 NFL Free Agents and Expiring Contracts section, all but four of New England's main linemen will be free agents after the 2010 season. And Matt Light will have only one year left on his contract by the time the 2010 NFL Draft rolls around.

I also considered George Selvie here, but Bill Belichick understands positional value and knows that solid left tackles don't grow on trees.

Pick change; previously Trent Williams, OT

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