This is one of those you’re damned if you do, damned if you don’t type picks. Regardless of whether DT Suh or McCoy will end up being better overall players, the Rams are not in a position to pass on a potential Franchise QB, even if this is not likely to happen.
2. Detroit Lions - DT Ndamukong Suh
Suh is the most highly sought out DT in 20 years. And Jim Schwartz knows a thing or two about developing defensive tackles (see Albert Haynesworth)
3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – DT Gerald McCoy
The Bucs desperately need help along the defensive line and primarily in the middle. McCoy will begin to fill the void which has been there since Warren Sapp left town.
4. Washington Redskins – OT Russell Okung
Now, rumors are flying that the Redskins are taking S Eric Berry with this pick, however, the Skins offensive line was one of the worst in the league last year and they’ve got to protect their new investment (Donovan McNabb). Unless they move up for Bradford, expect an OT to be taken here.
5. Kansas City Chiefs – OT Trent Williams
The Chiefs are another team with many needs but have a glaring weakness along the offensive line. Matt Cassel, overrated upon arrival in KC, never had a chance playing behind that line, and Todd Haley, will want to provide both he and new OC Charlie Weis with every chance to succeed.
6. Seattle Seahawks – S Eric Berry
Berry’s exceptionally talented and Carroll’s a defensive minded coach. While OT is a priority in Seattle, especially if they hope to keep the aging Matt Hasselback in one piece, the defense takes priority with their 1st pick in round one and the best DB comes off the board goes here.
7. Cleveland Browns – RB CJ Spiller
Spiller can thank Chris Johnson’s success for his meteoric rise into the top 10. They both possess world class speed, but Johnson’s ability to run between the tackles makes other teams dream of what Spiller will be able to do if he can do the same. The Browns are in desperate need of play makers on offense and Spiller fits that bill.
8. Oakland Raiders – OT Anthony Davis
Al Davis would probably like nothing more than to see Spiller slip to this pick, having apparently already given up on former 1st rd pick Darren McFadden, but that may pan out. If not, the Raiders need to protect for JaMarcus Russell, who holds onto the ball for an eternity, and Davis will be just the guy to do it.
9. Buffalo Bills – OT Bryan Bulaga
The run on offensive lineman to start the NFL Draft continues when the Bills make their pick. Buffalo’s offensive line needs to be completely re-tooled and Bulaga is the right pick to lay that foundation.
10. Jacksonville Jaguars – DE Derrick Morgan
The Jags were absolutely horrible last year getting pressure off the edge and set this move up with their trade of Quentin Groves to Oakland the other night. If Jacksonville is going to fix their defensive woes, this is a good place to start.
