Herc-Rock's 1st Annual NFL Top 10 Mock Draft

Well, the draft is approaching, so I decided to make a top 10 mock draft. I don't know nearly enough to do a whole first round draft, but I may attempt one closer to the draft. Anyway, here she goes:


1.San Francisco 49ers: Braylon Edwards, WR, Michigan

The Niners consider taking QB Alex Smith, but decide that they want to get Matt Leinhart next year. It's then down to Edwards or Ronnie Brown, and they then decide to take Edwards, dreaming of a Leinhart-Edwards combo to lead them back to glory.


TRADE!-The Miami Dolphins trade the 2nd overall draft pick and CB Patrick Surtain to the Indianapolis Colts for RB Edgerrin James and the 92nd overall draft pick

Dolphins decide that they'd rather have James than Brown or Benson, so they send the pick to Indy for the former Miami star. They also shed Surtain's salary, and get a third round pick in return.


2.Indianapolis Colts(via Miami Dolphins): Derrick Johnson, OLB, Texas

Indy is tempted to take Johnson's teammate Cedric Benson, or Ronnie Brown as Edge's replacement, but know they could very well trade a pick to Buffalo for Travis Henry, so they decide to improve on their defense.


3.Cleveland Browns: Alex Smith, QB, Utah

They're fairly solid at the other positions, and since Johnson is already gone, they decide to go with a QB. It comes down to Smith and Rodgers, and Smith's good combine convinces them to take him.


4.Chicago Bears: Ronnie Brown, RB, Auburn

Their defense is solid, and with the Muhammed signing, they're solid enough at WR, so they don't take Mike Williams. They're confident in Grossman, so they decide to take a RB, even though Anthony Thomas is there. Brown's combine was just too impressive, so they go with him.


5.Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Cedric Benson, RB, Texas

The defense still looks good, and the rest of the offense looks solid, so they go with the franchise RB. They're tempted to make history with two RBs from the same school going in the top 5, but Benson is just too good, so they go with him.


6.Tennessee Titans: Antrel Rolle, CB, Miami

They're tempted to take Mike Williams, as well as many other players, but they decide they want to go with a good corner to replace the two they just cut. Pac-Man was looking good before the draft, but they go with the physical Rolle to replace the other Rolle.


7.Minnesota Vikings: Mike Williams, WR, USC

They traded their franchise WR to get this pick, so they would like to get one back. Edwards is gone, as are top defensive players Johnson and Rolle, so Williams looks like the best option for them. The other Williams, Carnell, also draws interest, but their happy with Bennett and co.


8.Arizona Cardinals: Carnell Williams, RB, Auburn

They already have two top receivers, and a QB to throw to them in Warner, so all they need is the franchise RB. Travis Henry draws some interest via trade, but they decide instead to go with the younger Williams.


9.Washington Redskins: Aaron Rodgers, QB, California

Even with the loss of Smoot, they defense is very solid, but the offense is questionable. Santana Moss may be a good option at WR, and Portis is a top 10 RB, so other than the o-line and QB, it looks pretty good. They're tempted to take Barron, but after losing confidence in Ramsay, they decide to go with Rodgers.


TRADE!-The Detroit Lions trade the 10th overall draft pick to the Jacksonville Jaguars for the 21st overall draft pick and S Donovan Darius.

The Lions wants Darius, and Darius wants to play in Mo-Town. Jacksonville wants to get into the top 10, so they use Darius to upgrade 11 picks.


10.Jacksonville Jaguars: Marcus Spears, DE, LSU

The Jaguars are a very solid team on both ends of the ball, but are lacking a top-end DE. They were thinking of hoping for Erasmus James or even Spears to fall to them at 21st overall, but with Darius wanting to go to Detroit, they decide to not take a chance and trade up for Spears.


There she is. Flame away.

I cant see the dolphins taking a back with several years of wear and tear on his body and a serious knee surgery over one of the crop of fresh backs in the draft

not to mention theyd get stuck with a huge contract with James while the rookies would get far less

If the Niners want Edwards, they will likely trade down.

Oh, and I'm willing to gaurantee there is no way Rodgers is still on the board at the 9th overall pick.

Perhaps the Lions take Thomas Davis in lieu of making the trade? That could be too high, but it's a thought. I'm not sure Davis drops to the 20's.

I cant see the dolphins taking a back with several years of wear and tear on his body and a serious knee surgery over one of the crop of fresh backs in the draft

not to mention theyd get stuck with a huge contract with James while the rookies would get far less

$14 million guaranteed is what Benson or Brown can demand. James is in no position to demand that.

As for why they'd do it, James may have years of wear and tear, and had a major surgery, but we all saw he recovered from that. You see, Miami has alot of talent that is going to be good now, and not so much later. Nick Saban has a tough choice to make, whether to unload most of it and rebuild, or trade the pick and go for it all now. I think he'll choose the latter, and this move will push them into the playoffs.


If the Niners want Edwards, they will likely trade down.

Maybe, but there'll be a demand for Edwards in the draft. Cleveland may be looking at him, same thing with Chicago. They may be best off to just draft him 1st overall.

Maybe, but there'll be a demand for Edwards in the draft. Cleveland may be looking at him, same thing with Chicago. They may be best off to just draft him 1st overall.

They'll know for sure what the teams behind them are looking for. Cleveland will likely grab a QB.

They could trade down to 5th overall or something to that extent, still get Edwards and get a 2nd round pick (or 1st next year) in return.

Great job and thanks for the read. However if the Jags were to go up to #10 I think they would go for OLT Alex Barron or perhaps one of the cornerbacks. The recent free agent acquisition of DE Reggie Hayward will allow the Jags to look to other areas of need.

They'll know for sure what the teams behind them are looking for. Cleveland will likely grab a QB.

They could trade down to 5th overall or something to that extent, still get Edwards and get a 2nd round pick (or 1st next year) in return.

Unless they get blown away by an offer, they'll use the pick on the local boy Rodgers. The signing of Jennings Wednesday pretty much confirmed that. I'd much rather have them trade down like the scenario you proposed, but York actually opening the checkbook for a LT is a give a way he's not going to want Kwame Harris or Kyle Kosier protecting his big money, #1 overall QB.

Unless they get blown away by an offer, they'll use the pick on the local boy Rodgers. The signing of Jennings Wednesday pretty much confirmed that. I'd much rather have them trade down like the scenario you proposed, but York actually opening the checkbook for a LT is a give a way he's not going to want Kwame Harris or Kyle Kosier protecting his big money, #1 overall QB.

They want Rodgers? Sounds kinda stupid, especially when they can get Leinhart, who IMO will be better, next year. I don't even think Rodgers is the best QB in the draft, so once again, I'm kinda shocked that they're gonna use #1 overall on him.

They want Rodgers? Sounds kinda stupid, especially when they can get Leinhart, who IMO will be better, next year. I don't even think Rodgers is the best QB in the draft, so once again, I'm kinda shocked that they're gonna use #1 overall on him.

It's between him and Smith from what I've read though they wont come out and say it. I think Leinart is better than both, but theres no gurantee they have the #1 next year. I think Rodgers is better than Smith. I think Smith is more of a product of Meyer's system and will be a bust in the NFL. Rodgers will have some appeal growing up the local boy in San Fran and going to school near the area. I'm not saying its the right pick or the best pick, but its who theyre probably going for. I'm not thrilled about it, I'd rather find a way to trade down, get Edwards, and fill other holes with the picks gained in a trade. At this point though it's speculation so they could go in another direction, but I'd be willing to put money on them selecting Rodgers.

it so easy to say that the niners can just grab leinart with their pick next year :lol:

Titans have too many holes, look for them to trade down.

First off, good work. These things are always tough to call. Just some thoughts:

1.San Francisco 49ers: Braylon Edwards, WR, Michigan

Sounds fine to me. I could see them going QB as well, though I highly suspect they will be able to use their 2006 top-5 pick on one rather than take one from this weaker class.

I could also see them trading down.


TRADE!-The Miami Dolphins trade the 2nd overall draft pick and CB Patrick Surtain to the Indianapolis Colts for RB Edgerrin James and the 92nd overall draft pick.

2.Indianapolis Colts(via Miami Dolphins): Derrick Johnson, OLB, Texas

I can't see it myself. It is plausible, but I think Saban wants to start out with 'his' guys. I think they will take a RB of their own instead. Or, quite likely, they will take Derrick Johnson as Greenwood is a FA and Saban wants to get big at LB.

3.Cleveland Browns: Alex Smith, QB, Utah

Makes sense to me.

4.Chicago Bears: Ronnie Brown, RB, Auburn

I will bet heavily against this. RB is about the only position on the Bears NOT in question. Jones was fairly decent last year and is getting WAY too much money to be a back-up.

Bears BADLY need another LB. Another CB. Another Safety. A starting LT. And some BIG-TIME help at WR.

I think they go CB or WR with this pick, if Johnson isn't there. Value meets need.

5.Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Cedric Benson, RB, Texas

I would bet on the Bucs going RB as well. I think they are a decent possibility to move down as well.

6.Tennessee Titans: Antrel Rolle, CB, Miami

I would be shocked if the Titans DIDN'T move down. They have holes EVERYWHERE. Especially if Big Mike Williams is on the board. I suspect several teams covet him and they know full-well that the Vikes want him. Much like KC traded with Dallas to jump ahead of the Vikes for Sims, I can see it happening again.

7.Minnesota Vikings: Mike Williams, WR, USC

I would bank on this pick, should he still be on the board. If not, then Derrick Johnson or a CB are good bets. Vikes may even reach for a RDE, they have been known to go against the grain when they see a player they like (Kevin Williams).

8.Arizona Cardinals: Carnell Williams, RB, Auburn

Could go just about any direction. WRs are set, but need a young QB and a RB. Defense has needs just about everywhere. I think a CB, a QB or a RB are the top-3 options here. RB being #1, QB #3.

9.Washington Redskins: Aaron Rodgers, QB, California

I doubt it. They will give Ramsey a look first I think. Skins need help at DE, DT, LB, CB and WR more than QB.

TRADE!-The Detroit Lions trade the 10th overall draft pick to the Jacksonville Jaguars for the 21st overall draft pick and S Donovan Darius.

I can see that. Lions seem to have it big for Darius and I don't think their areas of need present much value at this pick.

10.Jacksonville Jaguars: Marcus Spears, DE, LSU

Makes sense. DE is far and away the Jags top need. I would bet the farm they draft one early.

Gruden and Allen and the Bucs management team want Mike WIlliams more than anyone in the draft. They will take him at #5. Pittman was productive enough for them to keep him for a year. Griese's signing almost assures that they will get more targets for him, and with only 3 million in cap room, Mike Williams serves as the best option by far. They will take a chance on Frank Gore or Maurice Clarett in the later rounds.

I can see a trade between San Fran and Cleveland, assuring the Browns with Rodgers and 49ers with Edwards, right before the Chicago pick, who also wants Edwards. Beasr could take DJ also. Not bad mock though. Creative draft I must say.

Can't see Miami making that trade.

Also, I doubt the Jags would trade into the top 10 to take a DE, especially there are many in the draft this year, and the fact that Jacksonville signed Hayward.

10.Jacksonville Jaguars: Marcus Spears, DE, LSU

Makes sense. DE is far and away the Jags top need. I would bet the farm they draft one early.

Not for sure. They signed Hayward, and would probably rather select an OT or Pac Man Jones(especially considering Bolden and Washington were cut, they need someone to start opposite Mathis).

Not for sure. They signed Hayward, and would probably rather select an OT or Pac Man Jones(especially considering Bolden and Washington were cut, they need someone to start opposite Mathis).

Hayward is only one of the two starting ends. Ayodele was tendered at the lowest offer (sign of little faith) and Spicer didn't amount to much.

I could certainly see CB or OL as well though. All are need positions.

Ayodele is a linebacker. Spicer/McCray while not proven I think will be sufficient for that other end position. Spicer had a season-ending injury in week 2 I believe it was.

TRADE!-The Miami Dolphins trade the 2nd overall draft pick and CB Patrick Surtain to the Indianapolis Colts for RB Edgerrin James and the 92nd overall draft pick

Dolphins decide that they'd rather have James than Brown or Benson, so they send the pick to Indy for the former Miami star. They also shed Surtain's salary, and get a third round pick in return.

This makes no sense, the Dolphins have the 2nd pick and the choice of three young studs at the RB position in Ronnie Brown, Carnell Williams and Cedric Benson, like Unholy Diver said, why would the Dolphins want a running back who has some mileage on him, even so it's not alot. I could see if this was a weak draft with the running backs but that's not the case at all this year. Ronnie Brown looks like a sure thing if there was ever one.

Ayodele is a linebacker. Spicer/McCray while not proven I think will be sufficient for that other end position. Spicer had a season-ending injury in week 2 I believe it was.
Ayodele plays both. He lined up more downs at end last year than LB.

Actually Akin did not play that much DE last year. He did play there, yes. But when he did it was mainly because of the desperate situation at defensive end and he was largely ineffective. Perhaps you're thinking of Greg Favors, another LB who played a lot of defensive end last year.

Actually Akin did not play that much DE last year. He did play there, yes. But when he did it was mainly because of the desperate situation at defensive end and he was largely ineffective. Perhaps you're thinking of Greg Favors, another LB who played a lot of defensive end last year.

You are right. I fully expect Spicer to be the other end.