Randall Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 This is an insider item so I am pasting it. The end of the NFL season means the selection order for the first round is finally set, save for the Raiders and 49ers, who will execute a coin flip to break a tie for picks Nos. 6 and 7. Much will change in the next couple of months, as players take part in the scouting combine and individual workouts. But with underclassmen officially declared as of Jan. 15, and with all the postseason all-star games wrapped up, now is an appropriate time to update the first-round mock for the 2006 NFL draft. Also included this time around are the team's top five draft needs prior to free agency. 1. Houston Texans (2-14): +Reggie Bush, RB, USC Top five needs: DE, OG, MLB, OT, WR 2. New Orleans Saints (3-13): Matt Leinart, QB, USC Top five needs: OLB, QB, DT, TE, RB 3. Tennessee Titans (4-12): +Vince Young, QB, Texas Top five needs: MLB, OC, DS, OT, QB 4. New York Jets (4-12): D'Brickashaw Ferguson, OT, Virginia Top five needs: RB, QB, OT, DC, OG/OC 5. Green Bay Packers (4-12): +Mario Williams, DE, N.C. State Top five needs: OG, OLB, DS, DE, OC 6. x-Oakland Raiders (4-12): A.J. Hawk, OLB, Ohio State Top five needs: OG, OLB, DT, DC, RB 7. x-San Francisco 49ers (4-12): Jimmy Williams, DC, Virginia Tech Top five needs: OLB, DC, WR, FS, MLB 8. Buffalo Bills (5-11): +Haloti Ngata, DT, Oregon Top five needs: DT, DC, OC, DS, OT 9. Detroit Lions (5-11): Michael Huff, DB, Texas Top five needs:QB, ILB, OT, DC, DE 10. Arizona Cardinals (5-11): Jay Cutler, QB, Vanderbilt Top five needs: SS, RB, QB, WLB, OT 11. St. Louis Rams (6-10): +Vernon Davis, TE, Maryland Top five needs: DT, DC, WLB, OG/OC, MLB 12. Cleveland Browns (6-10): Chad Greenway, OLB, Iowa Top five needs: OLB, NT, DE, OT, OG 13. Baltimore Ravens (6-10): DeAngelo Williams, RB, Memphis Top five needs: DS, ROT, ILB, DT, RB 14. Philadelphia Eagles (6-10): +Santonio Holmes, WR, Ohio State Top five needs: OT, OLB, WR, DT, TE 15. Atlanta Falcons (8-8): Tamba Hali, DE, Penn State Top five needs: DS, OT, OG, DC, DE 16. Miami Dolphins (9-7): +Winston Justice, OT, USC Top five needs: QB, LOT, DC, OLB, WR 17. Minnesota Vikings (9-7): +LenDale White, RB, USC Top five needs: RB, OLB, ILB, SS, OG 18. Dallas Cowboys (9-7): Marcus McNeill, OT, Auburn Top five needs: OT, FS, OG, WR, QB 19. San Diego Chargers (9-7): +Chad Jackson, WR, Florida Top five needs: WR, OT, OG, DS, DC 20. Kansas City Chiefs (10-6): +Ashton Youboty, DC, Ohio State Top five needs: WR, DC, DT, DE, QB 21. New England Patriots (10-6): Tye Hill, DC, Clemson Top five needs: DC, LB, SS, RB, QB 22. Denver Broncos (10-6): Sinorice Moss, WR, Miami Pick acquired from Washington Top five needs: WR, OG/OC, TE, DT, DS 23. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (11-5): Mathias Kiwanuka, DE, Boston College Top five needs: WR, OT, DE, DC, DT 24. Cincinnati Bengals (11-5): Claude Wroten, DT, LSU Top five needs: DT, DS, TE, DE, DC 25. New York Giants (11-5): Demeco Ryans, OLB, Alabama Top five needs: DC, WR, OT, OLB, FS 26. Chicago Bears (11-5): +Leonard Pope, TE, Georgia Top five needs: DC, TE, FS, OT, SLB 27. Carolina Panthers (11-5): +Laurence Maroney, RB, Minnesota Top five needs: WR, RB, TE, QB, DT 28. Jacksonville Jaguars (12-4): +Ernie Sims, OLB, Florida State Top five needs: OLB, TE, DC, DE, OT 29. Denver Broncos (13-3): Gabe Watson, DT, Michigan Top five needs: WR, OG/OC, TE, DT, DS 30. Indianapolis Colts (14-2): +Brian Calhoun, RB, Wisconsin Top five needs: WR, RB, OLB, OG, MLB 31. Seattle Seahawks (13-3): +Darnell Bing, DS, USC Top five needs: FS, WR, OG, DE, RB 32. Pittsburgh Steelers (11-5): Bobby Carpenter, OLB, Ohio State Top five needs: WR, FS, DE, OG/OC, RB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Every draft I see has the Steelers taking an OLB in the 1st round. I don't see this happening. I know they take a DE/OLB in pretty much every draft, and they might take one late, but, I think they are quite confident in James Harrison as solid protection if Porter or Haggans go down. Depending on what happens in Free Agency, I expect either a WR, RB, Safety, or Center with their first pick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I just don't see the Bolts taking a WR in the first round. McCardell has some miles left and in addition to Eric Parker, Vincent Jackson will be back and has great potential (if he can stay healthy). The Chargers have more pressing needs IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I just don't see the Bolts taking a WR in the first round. McCardell has some miles left and in addition to Eric Parker, Vincent Jackson will be back and has great potential (if he can stay healthy). The Chargers have more pressing needs IMHO. 1333525[/snapback] Really? I think they need a receiver in the worst way. It usually takes three years to develop one. Now would be the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 (edited) Second draft I've seen with LenDale slipping to 17. Maroney at 27 would break my heart, as I hope he slips to 30. I wonder why they have WR listed as the Colts top need? What is the position abbreviated as DC? Edited February 21, 2006 by CaptainHook Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Jack Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I'm not part of the "triangle of authority"...but I'm not sure that Lendale White fits the Philly West Coast Offense that Childress is supposed to be implementing in Minny...it seems like Mewelde Moore is set up for that offense...so I'm thinking the Vikes don't actually go RB...they really need a fast line backer for the cover 2 defense... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarryTheRock Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Every draft I see has the Steelers taking an OLB in the 1st round. I don't see this happening. I know they take a DE/OLB in pretty much every draft, and they might take one late, but, I think they are quite confident in James Harrison as solid protection if Porter or Haggans go down. Depending on what happens in Free Agency, I expect either a WR, RB, Safety, or Center with their first pick. 1333502[/snapback] On Sirius NFL radio they were talking about Sinorice Moss being perfect for the Steelers at WR if he falls. Considering they will likely lose Randell-El. The top 3/4 always stays the same. Who do you think will be the first media source to show something different? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Really? I think they need a receiver in the worst way. It usually takes three years to develop one. Now would be the time. 1333529[/snapback] I'm not saying they won't draft a WR. I just don't think it will be in the first round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebartender Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Every draft I see has the Steelers taking an OLB in the 1st round. I don't see this happening. I know they take a DE/OLB in pretty much every draft, and they might take one late, but, I think they are quite confident in James Harrison as solid protection if Porter or Haggans go down. Depending on what happens in Free Agency, I expect either a WR, RB, Safety, or Center with their first pick. 1333502[/snapback] Every draft I have seen seems to have the Eagles taking a WR in the first round. I just can't see that happening. They need help on the D-line, O-line, and OLB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I wonder why they have WR listed as the Colts top need? 1333532[/snapback] Because Scouts Inc. is a joke. At best, they focus 90% of their attention on grading college players and hardly any on actual NFL research. At worst, they're ESPN's lame excuse for a "legitimate" scouting group. In their first year, they actually plagiarized the scouting reports of another well known scouting service -- they changed the format and added a few ellipses to make it look different. I've hated them ever since. What is the position abbreviated as DC? 1333532[/snapback] DC = Defensive Cornerback, which I've never understood. It seems like they're trying to distinguish themselves by sounding more professional or something, but the actual scouting abbreviation for cornerback is "DW" (defensive wideout). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donutrun Jellies Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Every draft I see has the Steelers taking an OLB in the 1st round. I don't see this happening. I know they take a DE/OLB in pretty much every draft, and they might take one late, but, I think they are quite confident in James Harrison as solid protection if Porter or Haggans go down. Depending on what happens in Free Agency, I expect either a WR, RB, Safety, or Center with their first pick. 1333502[/snapback] I tend to agree .. love the LB depth, but we have more pressing needs ... What FA WR might we afford to bypass wr in the draft? Givens is a bit of a blocker for a wr, thoughts on him? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PantherDave Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 If the Panthers don't do TE , then I see them going RB in the first and perhaps CJ Williams TE outta NC State in the second. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I tend to agree .. love the LB depth, but we have more pressing needs ... What FA WR might we afford to bypass wr in the draft? Givens is a bit of a blocker for a wr, thoughts on him? 1333596[/snapback] I would love Givens if he isn't too expensive. I also wouldn't mind taking a chance, if it is cheap, on Antonio Bryant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. Ryan Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I sure hope Dallas gets the Auburn OT, instead of Justice from SC. Dallas needs a road grader, not a finese blocker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted February 21, 2006 Author Share Posted February 21, 2006 Because Scouts Inc. is a joke. At best, they focus 90% of their attention on grading college players and hardly any on actual NFL research. 1333556[/snapback] I thought it would generate some discussion pre-combine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampnuts Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I love the Darnell Bing pick for the Hawks, but I would chit myself if the Panthers don't bring in one of the top TE prospects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raider.Nation Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I'm not part of the "triangle of authority"...but I'm not sure that Lendale White fits the Philly West Coast Offense that Childress is supposed to be implementing in Minny...it seems like Mewelde Moore is set up for that offense...so I'm thinking the Vikes don't actually go RB...they really need a fast line backer for the cover 2 defense... 1333538[/snapback] And if Moore doesn't, what about the Whizz....? Even if he plays tummy stix with Ricky Williams in the off season, the kid can still play football. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goopster24 Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Menudo, I think Bobby Carpenter would be the perfect fit for the Steelers. It's hard to pass on that kind of talent, especially considering what he could do in the Steelers' system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I thought it would generate some discussion pre-combine. 1333636[/snapback] I don't blame you for posting it at all, Randall. I mean, I'm an Insider, too, so I still read their crap. We're all addicts here -- the more mock drafts the better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Menudo, I think Bobby Carpenter would be the perfect fit for the Steelers. It's hard to pass on that kind of talent, especially considering what he could do in the Steelers' system. 1333685[/snapback] Not denying his talent, or fit with the Steelers, but, there is no need there, and after Free Agency, there will be needs in other areas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TecmoBeast Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I figure Pittsburgh to be very concerned with getting a big DE for the 3-4. Especially if Von Oelhoffen leaves via free agency. Von O is a pretty important chess piece in their system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I figure Pittsburgh to be very concerned with getting a big DE for the 3-4. Especially if Von Oelhoffen leaves via free agency. Von O is a pretty important chess piece in their system. 1333961[/snapback] They feel that Brett Keisel is ready to fill the role, though, he is a free agent as well. Even if Kimo is gone, and Keisel stays, they do need to draft or bring in a DE for depth purposes, but, I do agree that Keisel deserves a shot at the position. He has played very well when given the chance. We will certainly lose something with Kimo's experience though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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