FINAL DRAFT!!!

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1. Raiders, Jamarcus Russell
2. Bucs, Calvin Johnson WR
3. Browns, Brady Quinn QB
4. Lions, Gaines Adams DE
5. Cardinals, Joe Thomas OT
6. Redskins, Amobi Okoye DT
7. Vikings, Adrian Peterson RB
8. Falcons, Laron Landry S
9. Dolphins, Levi Brown OT
10. Texans, Leon Hall CB
11. 49’ers, Patrick Willis LB
12. Bills, Marshawn Lynch RB
13. Rams, Alan Branch DT
14. Panthers, Greg Olsen TE
15. Steelers, Jamal Anderson DE
16. Packers, Derrel Revis CB
17. Jaguars, Adam Carriker DE
18. Bengals, Lawrence Timmons LB
19. Titans, Dewayne Bowe WR
20. Giants, Joe Staley OT
21. Broncos, Michael Griffin S
22. Cowboys, Ted Ginn, Jr WR
23. Chiefs, Dewayne Jarrett WR
24. Patriots, Jon Beason LB
25. Jets, Jarvis Moss DE
26. Eagles, Reggie Nelson S
27. Saints, Chris Houston CB
28. Patriots, Brandon Merriweather S
29. Ravens, Justin Blalock OT
30. Chargers, Robert Meecham WR
31. Bears, Anthony Gonzales WR
32. Colts, Justin Harrell DT

* I reserve the right to correct this list anytime before the 1st pick of the draft is selected to protect myself from Al Davis & any “Mario Williams” style announcements prior to the actual draft!

MOCK DRAFT: 2nd round

Ok, as the rounds go by & we attempt to assess value to the players it becomes more & more difficult. Each teams opinions can very. So, when one of us try to project outside the first round you tend to see Mock Drafts really lean towards "Team Needs" & not "Best Player Available".

How accurate is the Mock up of the 2nd round? Well, I could be right on here or way off. Probably somewhere in the middle, I would think.

Raiders, Arron Sears OL
Lions, Trent Edwards QB
Bucs, Anthony Spencer DE
Browns, Aaron Ross CB
Bears Tony, Ugoh OT/OG
Cardinals, Victor Abaramiri DE
Falcons, Ben Grubs OG
Dolphins, Robert Meechem WR
Vikings, Steve Smith WR
49’ers, Sidney Rice WR
Bills, Marcus McAulley CB
Falcons, Tim Crowder DE
Panthers, David Harris LB
Steelers, Justin Durant LB
Packers, Zach Miller TE
Jaguars, Arron Rouse, S
Bengals, Jutin Harrell DT
Titans, Craig Davis WR
Giants, Buster Davis LB
Rams, Josh Beekman OG
Cowboys, James Marten OT
Chiefs, Tanard Jackson CB
Seahawks, Ben Patrick TE
Broncos, Tim Crowder DE
Eagles, Quentin Moses De
Saints, Jason Hill WR
Jets, Josh Wilson CB
Dolphins, Ryan Harris OT
Ravens, Lamarr Woodley DE
Chargers, Ray Mcdonald DT
Jets, Scott Chandler TE
Bucs, Eric Weddle S

PLAYER ANALYSIS: Justin Harrell

A player that is shooting up many Draft Boards is Tennessee's "Justin Harrell". With players at the Defensive Tackle position such as Alan Branch & Amobi Okoye, Justin Harrell has been overshadowed & robbed of television coverage & hype.

After watching film on Harrell I am convinced that this young man is a 1st round talent. I could see him going somewhere in the late portion of the first round. Just watching his ability to penetrate the Offensive line & then give that extra athletic surge to get to the Quarter Back or the ball carrier is very, very impressive.

The only issue with Harrell is a durability question. He tore his bicep & missed seven games in his senior year. Impressively, Harrell played through the pain against rival Florida & now has shown he is fully recovered by putting up 31 reps of 225lbs at the NFL Combine!

Where could he end up? I could see Justin Harrell landing going as early as #21 to the Broncos, #23 to the Chiefs or even the defending Super Bowl Champs Indianapolis Colts at #32.

Here is a link to some video of Harrell over at ESPN.COM. They have tons of awesome video that you view at your leisure. Enjoy!

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft07/news/story?id=2847613

The Jack

MOCK DRAFT: 3.0

But, what if...............

Mock Draft/ Draft 3.0

Raiders: Jamarcus Russell QB (4)
Lions: Gaines Adams DE (6)
Browns: Brady Quinn QB (5)
Bucs: Calvin Johnson WR (1)
Cardinals: Joe Thomas OT (2)
Redskins: Laron Landry S (7)
Vikings: Adrian Peterson RB (3)
Falcons: Levi Brown OT (14)
Dolphins: Amobi Okoye DT (8)
Texans: Leon Hall CB (10)
49’rs: Patrick Willis LB (11)
Bills: Paul Poslusny LB (16)
Rams: Alan Branch DT (9)
Panthers: Greg Olsen (17)
Steelers: Jamal Anderson DE (15)
Packers: Marshawn Lynch RB (12)
Jaguars: Adam Carriker DE (18)
Bengals: Joe Staley OT (20)
Titans: Derelle Revis CB (13)
Giants: Dewayne Bowe WR (19)
Broncos: Michael Griffin S (25)
Cowboys: Ted Ginn, Jr WR (21)
Chiefs: Dewayne Jarrett WR (22)
Patriots: Lawrence Timmons LB (24)
Jets: Jarvis Moss DE/LB (23)
Eagles: Jon Beason LB (26)
Saints: Chris Houston CB (29)
Patriots: Reggie Nelson S (27)
Ravens: Justin Blalock OT (31)
Chargers: Robert Meecham WR (28)
Bears: Anthony Gonzales WR (2nd rounder)
Colts: Brandon Merriweather S (32)

Number on the right side in ( ) shows where I rank the players on a skill level/value chart. If the number on the right is lower than the number on the left then the team is getting more value for their pick. If it is higher then the team is "reaching" for the player..


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MOCK DRAFT: 2.0

Hmmmm....but then again.

Mock Draft/ Draft 2.0

Raiders: Jamarcus Russell QB (4)
Lions: Gaines Adams DE (6)
Browns: Brady Quinn QB (5)
Bucs: Calvin Johnson WR (1)
Cardinals: Joe Thomas OT (2)
Redskins: Amobe Okoye DT (8)
Vikings: Adrian Peterson RB (3)
Falcons: Laron Landry S (7)
Dolphins: Levi Brown OT (14)
Texans: Alan Branch (9)
49’rs: Patrick Willis LB (11)
Bills: Marshawn Lynch RB (12)
Rams: Leon Hall CB (10)
Panthers: Paul Poslusny LB (16)
Steelers: Jamal Anderson DE (15)
Packers: Derelle Revis CB (13)
Jaguars: Adam Carriker DE (18)
Bengals: Greg Olsen TE (17)
Titans: Dewayne Bowe WR (19)
Giants: Joe Staley OT (20)
Broncos: Michael Griffin S (25)
Cowboys: Ted Ginn, Jr WR (21)
Chiefs: Dewayne Jarrett WR (22)
Patriots: Lawrence Timmons LB (24)
Jets: Jarvis Moss DE/LB (23)
Eagles: Jon Beason LB (26)
Saints: Chris Houston CB (29)
Patriots: Reggie Nelson S (27)
Ravens: Justin Blalock OT (31)
Chargers: Robert Meecham WR (28)
Bears: Anthony Gonzales WR (2nd rounder)
Colts: Brandon Merriweather S (32)


Number on the right side in ( ) shows where I rank the players on a skill level/value chart. If the number on the right is lower than the number on the left then the team is getting more value for their pick. If it is higher then the team is "reaching" for the player.

MOCK DRAFT: VERSION 1.O

Ok, folks. Here is the first installment of the rapid fire Mock Drafts I'll be posting through out the week!

Feel free to post your opinions!

Mock Draft/ Draft 1.0

Raiders: Jamarcus Russell QB (4)
Lions: Brady Quinn QB (5)
Browns: Calvin Johnson WR (1)
Bucs: Gaines Adams DE (6)
Cardinals: Joe Thomas OT (2)
Redskins: Amobe Okoye DT (8)
Vikings: Adrian Peterson RB (3)
Falcons: Laron Landry S (7)
Dolphins: Alan Branch DT(9)
Texans: Leon Hall CB (10)
49’rs: Patrick Willis LB (11)
Bills: Marshawn Lynch RB (12)
Rams: Derelle Revis CB (13)
Panthers: Paul Poslusny LB (16)
Steelers: Jamal Anderson DE (15)
Packers: Greg Olsen TE (17)
Jaguars: Adam Carriker DE (18)
Bengals: Lawrence Timmons LB (24)
Titans: Dewayne Bowe WR (19)
Giants: Levi Brown OT (14)
Broncos: Joe Staley OT (20)
Cowboys: Ted Ginn, Jr WR (21)
Chiefs: Dewayne Jarrett WR (22)
Patriots: Jon Beason LB (26)
Jets: Jarvis Moss DE/LB (23)
Eagles: Michael Griffin S (25)
Saints: Chris Houston CB (29)
Patriots: Reggie Nelson S (27)
Ravens: Justin Blalock OT (31)
Chargers: Robert Meecham WR (28)
Bears: Anthony Gonzales WR (2nd rounder)
Colts: Brandon Merriweather S (32)

* Number on the right side in ( ) shows where I rank the players on a skill level/value chart. If the number on the right is lower than the number on the left then the team is getting more value for their pick. If it is higher then the team is "reaching" for the player.

THE JACK LIST

Hey everyone! Sorry for the long delay. I was on a break due to a family illness, but everything is now under control & I'm ready for an exciting/nerve wracking week as we lead up to the draft!!!

Below is a top 32 list of player rankings. This DOES NOT mean that this is where I think these players will be drafted. It only refelcts what I think when it comes to who is better or has more value.

Let me know what you think.

1.Calvin Johnson WR
2.Joe Thomas OT
3.Adrian Peterson RB
4.Jarmarcus Russell QB
5.Brady Quinn QB
6.Gaines Adams DE
7.Laron Landry S
8.Amobi Okoye DT
9.Alan Branch DT
10.Leon Hall CB
11.Patrick Willis LB
12.Marshawn Lynch RB
13.Darelle Revis CB
14.Levi Brown OT
15.Jamal Anderson DE
16.Paul Poslusny LB
17.Greg Olsen TE
18.Adam Carriker DE
19.Dwayne Bowe WR
20.Joe Staley OT
21.Ted Ginn, Jr WR
22.Dewayne Jarrett WR
23.Jarvis Moss DE
24.Lawrence Timmons LB
25.Michael griffin S
26.Jon Beason LB
27.Reggie Nelson S
28.Robert Meecham WR
29.Chris Houston CB
30.Anthony Spencer DE
31.Justin Blalock OT
32.Brandon Meriweather S

DRAFT NEWS

Stock Watch - Pro Day movers

Impressive Pro Day's have a number of players flying up draft boards.At Central Michigan's Pro Day, tackle Joe Staley put up a 4.8 in the 40-yard dash, a 32-inch vertical jump, and a 9-foot-9 broad jump. His stock has been soaring ever since. He looks to be a first round lock and top 15 is a possibility.Amobi Okoye, at 305 pounds, ran a 4.85 40 yard dash during his Pro Day and sees his stock continue to rise. He now could go in the top ten.Houston running back Jackie Battle has emerged as a sleeper candidate after an excellent Pro Day. At 6-2 and 235 pounds, Battle ran a 4.42 40 yard dash, a 41-inch vertical jump, 10-foot-11 long jump, 4.11 short shuttle, 6.51 three-cone drill and 19 bench press reps. He also impressed scouts with his receiving ability.


http://www.footballsfuture.com/news/2007/04/stock-watch-pro-day-movers.html

FREE AGENT NEWS

Doss Signs with Vikings

The Vikings will be signing free-agent safety Mike Doss this morning, a team official confirmed. Doss has started 46 games with the Indianapolis Colts during his four-year career, but he was placed on injured reserve after six games last season.

http://vikings.scout.com/2/632609.html

Hey everyone! I've been on a little break from the off season festivities for the last few weeks. I'm trying to gather my energies for the April push & get ready for the big day. I should be back on with some updates on Free Agency & those "DRAFT RUMORS" we all love.

So fear not, True Believers COLD DRAFT 2007 will indeed continue its relentless coverge of the upcoming NFL DRAFT!!!

FREE AGENT NEWS

SIGNINGS

-The Bucs signed Colts LB Cato June to a three-year deal worth around $12 million.

-Houston re-signed former Heisman winner Ron Dayne to backup Ahman Green

-Philly re-signed Correll Buckhalter

-The Chiefs signed Bears DT Alfonso Boone

-K.C. re-signed DT Ron Edwards

-Titans signed Bears WR Justin Gage

-Cincinnati opted not to match the offer sheet restricted free agent DT Shaun Smith signed with Cleveland last week. The four-year offer sheet is believed to be worth about $8M.

-Cleveland has reportedly signed former Tennessee DT Robaire Smith to a 4Y, $12M deal that includes a $4 million signing bonus.

FREE AGENT NEWS

Colts' Super Bowl hero Rhodes chooses Raiders

Running back Dominic Rhodes, one of the heroes of the Indianapolis Colts' Super Bowl XLI championship less than two months ago, is headed to the team that finished the 2006 season with the league's worst record.
Rhodes on Friday morning agreed with the Oakland Raiders on a two-year contract that can be worth as much as $7.5 million, league sources confirmed for ESPN.com. Rhodes had generated considerable interest as an unrestricted free agent and made several visits, but met with Oakland officials earlier this week and was sold on the opportunity there.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2792972

FREE AGENT NEWS

Wow! That didn't take very long! It looks like Dick Jauron has lanced the festering boil that is knows as Willis McGahee, from the Bill's backside. While I'm sure McGahee will eventually show the talent that he has so often talked about, the Bills have rid themselves of a locker room poison & added multiple picks to this & next years draft. Good move.

McGahee traded to Ravens for multiple picks

The Ravens and Bills agreed to a trade Thursday that will send running back Willis McGahee to Baltimore in exchange for the team's third and seventh-round picks in this year's draft, along with the Ravens' third-round pick in 2008, league sources said.
Buffalo dealt McGahee in anticipation of difficulty with his contract, which has one season remaining at $2.155 million. The Ravens and McGahee have already begun negotiations on a contract extension, McGahee's agent Drew Rosenhaus said.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2791831

BROWN SHOCK WAVES

While Ravens fans may still be reeling from the news that Running Back, Jamal Lewis has signed a one year $3.5 million deal with the Cleveland Browns, the real shock waves from this signing will be felt in this April's NFL DRAFT. Specifically, the top 10 spots of the first round.
Most of the talking heads who analyze and post MOCK DRAFTS have been scrambling to understand just what the Cleveland Browns move will now do with their 3rd pick overall? Originally, most boards showed it was a sure lock that the Browns would select Running Back Adrian Peterson. Now it seems, they have a couple of different ways that they could go.
The first option they have is to take the most talented player available. This selection would be represented by Wide Receiver, Calvin Johnson. Johnson is the top rated player overall in the 2007 draft, but with the Oakland Raiders sitting at #1 & the Detroit Lions at #2 it is highly unlikely that either one of them will use there pick on Mr. Johnson and his phenomenal abilities. With Calvin Johnson still hanging around at #3 the Browns could pick him from the Draft Tree. giving Romeo Crennel yet another dangerous weapon for his offense.
The other option would give the Browns organization the piece to their franchise they have been missing for decades, a franchise Quarter Back! Many sports writers and announcers have had quite a fun time with their attempts at destroying or eroding former Nortre Dame Quarter Back, Brady Quin's reputation as a highly skilled signal caller. The most notable criticism being that he folded under pressure during the big games. I find this criticism laughable. Brady Quin has been under the tutelage of former New England Patriots Offensive Coordinator, Charlie Weis. Since Weis has taken over the reigns of Notre Dame's much coveted football program he has installed a "professional style offense". Yes that's right "professional" as in "NFL" style. It is that same style that helped develop New England's Quarter Back Tom Brady & netted the franchise two of its three Super Bowl Rings. It is my guess that Charlie Weis is on the phone to his old comrade in arms, Romeo Crennel, singing Quinn's praises & Crennel is starting to hum along.
Both of these options would be a good move for the Cleveland Browns and their fans. Because, both players have the potential skill to become elite players at the next level. Grabbing Jamal Lewis was a brilliant maneuver to open up their #3 pick to ensure they draft a player that will be a cornerstone for the franchise for the next decade or more. Now how the Buc's pick at #4 to the Vikes at #7 is a crap shoot!

FREE AGENT NEWS

I did not see this one coming. This move will definately change how the Browns will use their 3rd overall pick in this Aprils NFL Draft. Many Mock Drafts had them snapping up Running Back Adrian Peterson. With Jamal Lewis now on the roster it looks unlikely that will happen.

My best projection is that they would either go after Wide Reciever, Calvin Johnson or Quarter Back, Brady Quinn. Free Agency just go a whole lot more interesting folks!!!

Lewis stops waiting on Ravens, signs with Browns

For two years, the Baltimore Ravens have wondered about Jamal Lewis' breakaway speed. They no longer have to wonder.

Lewis
Lewis, the franchise's all-time leading rusher, broke away from the Ravens and signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the rival Cleveland Browns on Wednesday. If he plays well, Lewis' salary could be boosted to $5 million.

FREE AGENT NEWS

Bucs agree to three-year deal with Petitgout

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers took the first step toward revamping their offensive line on Tuesday, signing unrestricted free agent tackle Luke Petitgout to a three-year, $15.5 million contract

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2789931

FREE AGENT NEWS

MILE HIGH MOUNTAIN OF MONEY!!!

The Denver Broncos continue their free spending ways with yet another high profile Free Agent signing. Tight end, Daniel Graham is widely regarded as the top rated man at his position available during the off season.

It seems the Broncos have taken a page out of Daniel Snyder's/Redskins book & decided they could buy a championship. We will have to wait & see if money talks or money walks?

Broncos sign TE Graham

The Broncos made their another huge free-agent splash Tuesday night by signing New England tight end Daniel Graham to a five-year contract.
The Thomas Jefferson High School graduate and former CU star signed a $30 million deal with $15 million in guaranteed money.
http://www.denverpost.com/sports/ci_5370262

FREE AGENT NEWS

FULFILLING A NEED

While I'm not overly excited about this signing for my Vikes, it is nice to see that we are fulfilling a need since we only have 2 Wide Receivers on the active roster at this time. Troy Williamson & Billy McMullen do nothing to instill fear in the opposing defenses. Wade has alot of potential & maybe under Childress's watch he can realize that potential? Childress acknowledged that Wade is not the answer to the Vikes offensive woes but he looks forward to using Bobby Wades ability out of the slot & his kick return abilities.

The one thing I do like is Rick Spielmans philosophy of going after players who are 26 years of age & under, coming out of their first 3 year contract. One, you build a strong youth movement & two, it is an economically sound way to approach Free Agency.

Vikings sign wide receiver Wade

The Minnesota Vikings signed wide receiver Bobby Wade Tuesday night with the pool of free agents at that position dwindling. Wade, who caught 33 passes for 461 yards and two touchdowns last season for Tennessee, spent the first three years with Chicago. The Bears cut him near the end of 2005 because of fumbling problems on special teams, and the Titans claimed him off waivers.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2007/football/nfl/03/07/bc.fbn.vikings.wade.ap/index.html

FREE AGENT NEWS

Here is a list of more recent signings for the Free Agency period. We are now seeing a large volume of 2nd & 3rd tier players filling in team rosters around the league.

49ers add Pats linebacker Banta-Cain

San Francisco 49ers: The 49ers added their fourth potential starter to their defense by reaching an agreement Tuesday with Patriots linebacker Tully Banta-Cain.
He will receive a three-year, $12.2 million contract that will pay him $4 million in 2007.
Banta-Cain was being looked at by 4-3 teams as a defensive end and 3-4 teams as a linebacker. He was replaced by Adalius Thomas in New England.
Banta-Cain, who has good speed, was a seventh-round pick from California and gets a chance to return to the Bay Area.
-- John Clayton

New York Jets: New York continued its busy spending spree Tuesday by agreeing to a contract with former Cowboys defensive end Kenyon Coleman.
Kenyon Coleman is a physical defensive lineman and we like his size and strength up front," general manager Mike Tannenbaum said. "He has experience playing the 3-4 defense and we're looking forward to having him be a part of our organization."
Coleman played all 16 games for Dallas last season, his sixth in the NFL, and recorded 31 tackles, four sacks and two batted-down passes.
Also Tuesday, the Jets re-signed defensive end Bobby Hamilton, who was released by the team for salary cap reasons on March 1.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Pittsburgh signed 49ers punter Andy Lee, who is a restricted free agent, to an offer sheet Tuesday.
San Francisco has seven days to match the offer. If they choose not to match, they will receive the Steelers' 2007 sixth-round draft choice.
Lee averaged a career-best 44.8 yards per punt last season -- good for sixth in the NFC and seventh in the NFL.

New England Patriots: The Patriots re-signed special teams captain Larry Izzo on Tuesday. Terms were not disclosed.
Izzo was named to the Pro Bowl team as the AFC's special team player in the 2000, 2002, and 2004 seasons.
Izzo has led the Patriots in special teams tackles in five of six seasons with New England.

Baltimore Ravens: Baltimore re-signed running back Musa Smith to a one-year contract Tuesday. Terms were not disclosed.
"It's good to have Musa back," general manager Ozzie Newsome said. "Having surgery during the season put him ahead in his recovery. He will be ready for the start of training camp. Whenever we've put him on the field, he's produced. We're looking forward to having a healthy Musa help us."
Smith, a 2003 third-round draft pick, has averaged 4.1 yards per carry in 57 career attempts, gaining 232 yards and scoring two touchdowns.

Washington Redskins: Washington re-signed defensive back Ade Jimoh on Tuesday. Terms were not disclosed.
Jimoh, who has been with the Redskins since 2003, is a key special teams contributor, registering 65 special teams tackles in his career.

Oakland Raiders: The Raiders have agreed to terms with 30-year-old former 49ers center Jeremy Newberry on a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
The two-time Pro Bowl center had surgery to repair his damaged left knee last season and was placed on the injured reserve.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2789594

FREE AGENCY: REVIEW

"JACK"ED UP THOUGHTS

The Free Agency period has not been exactly fast & furious this year. But, it has been entertaining. While there are some great moves made by a few teams, there sure have been some head scratchers too!

My top two head scratchers are:

1. OL Leanord Davis- This guy was widely regarded as an absolute first round bust when he wore the uniform of an Arizona Cardinal. However, the enigmatic Jerry Jones apparently has thought it wise to lay a 7 year $49.6 million contract on this guy. On top of that he guaranteed $18.75 million of the money to Davis. $18.75 million in guaranteed money to a man who they have no idea if he will attempt to play at guard or tackle and at best was average at these positions. Unless Davis was faking how good he was to escape the desert heat & Jones was in on it, this Free Agent signing ranks as the worst of the off season.

2. QB Jeff Garcia- Let me just say that I think John Gruden is a very good Head Coach. Now let me say that I think John Gruden has lost his mind. You just spent the whole season convincing us all that your young QB Gradkowski has incredible potential & that he defiantly is a starter in this league! You then signed your former starter, QB Chris Simms, who actually is good enough to start in the NFL to a starters contract. Now, you turn to a QB Free Agent that has lost his starting spot on every team he has been a part of & returned to a starting position by default/injury, to save the Buc's? Jeff Garcia has got it made when it comes to Playboy Models kicking each others butts in a bar. Money does the strangest things to women's hormones. But, Garcia is finished as a starter in this league. Not only is he 38 years old, some say he was a product of a system during his glory days in San Francisco. Methinks that Mr. Gruden is panicking & that the Buc's owner is sharpening the proverbial axe. Why else would he make such a bone headed maneuver?