1) Carolina Panthers
Let's look at the needs for Carolina.
Offensively, the Quarterback position is very young. Still, I don't believe you can justify taking a QB here. I think Carolina sticks with Clausen or Moore here. Nobody on offense besides a QB in this years draft would justify a No. 1 overall selection.
Defensively, the Panthers have several holes. Jon Beason and Captain Munnerlyn are the only two guys I see on the defense worth anything. The defense needs a LOT of work. The best way to start building a defense is with a great defensive line.
Thats is why the Panthers will select...
Nick Fairley, DT Auburn
2) Denver Broncos
Offensively, the Broncos are marginal at QB. With Brady Quinn, Tim Tebow, and Kyle Orton, it's a revolving door of mediocre QBs. The rushing game and the receivers are all pretty solid and Denver boasts a pretty good offensive line. I still don't think the Broncos go offense here.
Defensively, the Broncos were last in the league in defense. That has to change. The Broncos are moving from a 3-4 to a 4-3 and they need personnel for that.
That is why the Broncos will select....
Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemsen
3) Buffalo Bills
Offensively the Bills were either dormant or explosive. Ryan Fitzpatrick was inconsistent but the offense should improve with Steve Johnson emerging as well as a couple guys who spent last year on IR coming back.
Defensively, the bills weren't amazing on defense either. They made plays occasionally but they would never win you a game. The downside of being #3 is that the top 2 defenders are already off the board.
That is why the Bills will select....
Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
4) Cincinnati Bengals
Offensively, the Bengals should just have one giant "?". That sums everything up. Which Cedric Benson will show up? Will Carson Palmer ever suit up for Cincy? Will TO and Ochocinco be back?
Defensively, the Bengals are weak as well. They have a nice core of players, but they are very inconsistent. They need to add some depth for some positions. But there may be more pressing needs on the team.
That is why the Bengals will select...
Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
5) Arizona Cardinals
Offensively, the Arizona Cardinals struggled with the retirement of Kurt Warner and the lack of effort/ability of Matt Leinart. They are in need of a QB badly.
Defensively, the Cards were also pretty bad, but not as bad as the offensive ineptitude.
That is why the Cardinals will select...
Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
6) Cleveland Browns
Offensively, it seems the Browns are sold on Colt McCoy. Peyton Hillis had a solid year at RB. The team lacks options for McCoy however.
Defensively, the Browns are improving and some of their defenders are starting to gel. Joe Haden was a good pickup for the Browns and they are shaping up into a good defense.
That is why the Browns will select...
A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
7) San Francisco 49ers
Offensively, the 49ers have many of the key guys in place. Michael Crabtree, Vernon Davis, and Frank Gore are great guys to build your team around. There is a slight QB issue in SF, but with Gabbert and Newton off the board, there's no reason to reach here.
Defensively, the 49ers have one of the best LBs in the NFL, Patrick Willis. There aren't many other notable guys on the defense though.
That is why the 49ers will select...
Von Miller, LB, Texas A&M
8) Tennessee Titans
Offensively, the Titans have one of the leagues top rushers along with a blossoming WR. The team lacks a top notch TE and a QB.
Defensively, the team lacks a lot of different positions. The defense was one of the main problems for them last year ranking 26th in total yards.
That is why the Titans will select...
Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
9) Dallas Cowboys
Offensively, the Cowboys were outstanding. The Cowboys do need help badly on the offensive line, but the OL class this year is weak.
Defensively, the Cowboys were pathetic. They need a total revamp of the D besides Jenkins, Ware, and Ratliff.
That is why the Cowboys will select...
Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
10) Washington Redskins
Offensively, they have some question marks. McNabb most likely won't be back, nor will Portis. Moss is getting up there in age. They are on the decline.
Defensively, the Redskins have the shell of a good defense. They need to tinker with a few things, but overall it's not a bad unit.
That is why the Redskins will select...
Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Cam Newton isn't going that high. If Cincy goes QB, my guess would be Glabbert, but I see them taking Dareus there because they seem to think their offense is good as it currently is, reality notwithstanding.
ReplyDeleteI agree. No way is Newton going that high. at least i hope not. I got a feeling he's not worth it.
ReplyDeleteDo I think Cam Newton SHOULD go that high? Absolutely not. I 100% agree that Gabbert is the better QB. Assuming the Bengals get rid of Palmer/Palmer retires like he said he would, the Bengals will be in line for a new QB (unless Jordan Palmer stays and they go with him...talk about awkward). Gabbert would be the smart choice here, but he wouldn't be the sexy choice. I think Newton will be more of a JaMarcus Russell than a Michael Vick, but one thing is for sure...he will make whatever team he goes to a shit ton of money. You have to imagine that is going through their heads. Tim Tebow is one of the top jersey sellers, if not the top jersey seller in the NFL right now. The guy barely played. If the Bengals can get that kind of cash flow, even if they waste a season or two with Newton, I think they'll go for it. I can definitely see them taking Dareus or a WR. The young guys they have there are pretty good players but the position needs an upgrade.
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