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Round 1
1. Houston Texans
Reggie Bush, RB, USC
Our Last Mock: Bush
What's Changed: The Texans have worked out Mario Williams and Vince Young; can you say, "smoke screen?" Expect Houston's front office to open negotiations with Bush soon, if they haven't done so already.
Also Considered: Mario Williams, Vince Young
Trade Possibilities: Unless Mike Ditka takes over a team and makes another Ricky Williams type of offer, Houston is holding onto this pick.
2. New Orleans Saints
D'Brickshaw Ferguson, T, Virginia
Our Last Mock: Mario Williams
What's Changed: The Saints traded starting offensive tackle Wayne Gandy to the Falcons last week, which seems to open the door for Ferguson. Keep in mind the Saints lost starting center LeCharles Bentley and cut a starting guard during the offseason. In other words, they have major offensive line needs.
Also Considered: Williams
Trade Possibilities: Trading down to a team that covets Matt Leinart is always a possibility. Swapping with the Jets would make the most sense, as they could still get Ferguson with the fourth pick.
3. Tennessee Titans
Matt Leinart, QB, USC
Our Last Mock: Vince Young
What's Changed: The Titans are split between Leinart and Young; OC Norm Chow prefers the former Trojan, while Bud Adams would love to relocate yet another football icon from Houston. If both are on the board, it comes down to whether or not Adams can be overruled by his football people. Right now we're projecting GM Floyd Reese and head coach Jeff Fisher cast their votes for Leinart - and that Adams doesn't wield veto power.
Also Considered: Young
Trade Possibilities: The Titans could conceivably move down a spot or two, especially if both quarterbacks they like are still on the board or if they're comfortable with Jay Cutler.
4. New York Jets
Mario Williams, DE, North Carolina State
Our Last Mock: Matt Leinart
What's Changed: If the Jets can't swing a deal with the Titans to move up and grab Leinart, they'll settle for the most impressive defensive prospect in the draft. The Julius Peppers clone will provide them with the pass-rushing force they lost when John Abraham left town.
Also Considered: A.J. Hawk, Vince Young
Trade Possibilities: The Jets may ship this pick and another to the Titans in order to move up to the second slot and get Leinart.
5. Green Bay Packers
A.J. Hawk, LB, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Hawk
What's Changed: Hawk has remained a fixture at this spot because he fills a great need for the Packers and is clearly the best defensive player remaining. He and Nick Barnett could quickly turn into one of the best young linebacking tandems in the league.
Also Considered: Michael Huff, Brodrick Bunkley
Trade Possibilities: The Packers are always open to the possibility of moving around and acquiring additional picks.
6. San Francisco 49ers
Vernon Davis, TE, Maryland
Our Last Mock: Davis
What's Changed: Not much, although there are rumors that the Broncos are interested in trading up to acquire Davis. A team such as the Vikings might also be interested in trading up to acquire one of the big three quarterbacks.
Also Considered: Michael Huff, Jimmy Williams
Trade Possibilities: See above.
7. Oakland Raiders
Brodrick Bunkley, DT, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Bunkley
What's Changed: Nothing. Vince Young is a candidate with this pick, but team officials are said to be high on second-year signal caller Andrew Walter.
Also Considered: Haloti Ngata, Michael Huff, Vince Young
Trade Possibilities: None
8. Buffalo Bills
Haloti Ngata, DT, Oregon
Our Last Mock: Ferguson
What's Changed: Ferguson failed to fall far in this mock, leaving the Bills with Ngata. That's not a bad thing, however, because the big fella is the best fit at nose tackle for Buffalo's 3-4 defensive scheme.
Also Considered: Michael Huff
Trade Possibilities: None
9. Detroit Lions
Michael Huff, S, Texas
Our Last Mock: Huff
What's Changed: Nothing at all. Huff is the premier defensive back on the board and would immediately upgrade the Lions defense.
Also Considered: Vince Young, Jimmy Williams
Trade Possibilities: None
10. Arizona Cardinals
Vince Young, QB, Texas
Our Last Mock: Winston Justice
What's Changed:</B> Young dropped, causing the Cards to ignore their offensive line needs. Vince's rushing ability has drawn comparisons to Daunte Culpepper, whom head coach Denny Green is quite familiar with.
Also Considered: Justice, Ernie Sims, Jay Cutler
Trade Possibilities: There is speculation that Green doesn't plan on coaching long enough to develop a young quarterback, so he might trade this pick to a team that covets Young.
11. St. Louis Rams
Jimmy Williams, CB, Virginia Tech
Our Last Mock: Jay Cutler
What's Changed: Only two teams surrendered more passing scores than the Rams last year. Cutler might be tempting, but it will be hard for new head coach Scott Linehan to justify such a pick if he has any faith in Marc Bulger.
Also Considered: Ashton Youboty, Jimmy Williams
Trade Possibilities: Williams might be available later, so the Rams could trade this pick to a team that wants Cutler.
12. Cleveland Browns
Kamerion Wimbley, DE, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Wimbley
What's Changed: Not much. The Browns will go defense, and if one of the big tackles (Bunkley or Ngata) slide this far they'll certainly give them consideration. However, Wimbley is a perfect fit for their 3-4, and his Cleveland visit went well.
Also Considered: Ernie Sims, Donte Whitner
Trade Possibilities: None
13. Baltimore Ravens
Winston Justice, T, USC
Our Last Mock: Ngata
What's Changed: Ngata moved up and Bunkley didn't fall, leaving the Ravens to address needs on their offensive rather than defensive line. Justice has climbed in the rankings thanks to his stellar Pro Day workout, and he can play the right side until Jonathan Ogden calls it quits.
Also Considered: Whitner, Jay Cutler
Trade Possibilities: The Ravens could still be in the market for a quarterback and could trade up or down depending on where Cutler falls.
14. Philadelphia Eagles
Chad Jackson, WR, Florida
Our Last Mock: Ernie Sims
What's Changed: Trying to get inside Andy Reid's head is tougher than reading the expression on Paul Walker's face, but he does lean towards the offensive side of the football. The Eagles need receiving help, and with Jackson still sitting here it may be tough for Philly to go defense.
Also Considered: Sims, LenDale White
Trade Possibilities: If the Broncos get aggressive about grabbing Jackson and the Eagles feel they can wait on a receiver, there may be some play at this spot. They could also trade down and capitalize on White's sliding stock.
15. Denver Broncos (from Atlanta Falcons)
Donte Whitner, S, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Jackson
What's Changed:</B> Jackson got nabbed by Eagles one pick before the Broncos could get him, so they went with Whitner, who has seen his stock rise in recent weeks. He's now considered one of the best defensive backs in this year's draft class and will play safety for the Broncos.
Also Considered: Jay Cutler, Santonio Holmes, Jason Allen
Trade Possibilities: The Broncos have a pair of first-rounders and are rumored to be considering a trade with the 49ers so they can be in position to acquire Vernon Davis.
16. Miami Dolphins
Ernie Sims, LB, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Donte Whitner
What's Changed:</B> Whitner didn't make it to No. 16 in this mock, forcing the Dolphins to address a different defensive need. The Fins could use some talented youth at outside linebacker and Sims will be able to effectively rush the quarterback if called upon to do so. Also Considered: Chad Greenway
Trade Possibilities: None
17. Minnesota Vikings
Jay Cutler, QB, Vanderbilt
Our Last Mock: Chad Greenway
What's Changed: Brad Johnson is a year older than Brett Favre. Granted, B.J. has indicated that he wants to play at least three more seasons whereas old age has apparently destroyed Brett's decision making ability, but there's no telling how effective Johnson will be at his age.
Also Considered: Greenway, Tye Hill
Trade Possibilities: The Vikings have talked with the Falcons about a trade for backup quarterback Matt Schaub. The Falcons are seeking a first-round pick in return, but the Purple apparently feel that the No. 17 pick is too much to part with.
18. Dallas Cowboys
Chad Greenway, LB, Iowa
Our Last Mock: Bobby Carpenter
What's Changed: Same position, same conference, but rather than reach a bit for Carpenter the Cowboys capitalize on Greenway's fluctuating stock.
Also Considered: Carpenter, Jason Allen
Trade Possibilities: None
19. San Diego Chargers
Santonio Holmes, WR, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Jimmy Williams
What's Changed: Keenan McCardell isn't getting any younger and Reche Caldwell left town, so Holmes would fill a glaring need.
Also Considered: Jason Allen
Trade Possibilities: None
20. Kansas City Chiefs
Jason Allen, CB, Tennessee
Our Last Mock: Ashton Youboty
What's Changed: The Chiefs are still in the market for a cornerback. Allen's stock appears to be on the rise. If nothing else, he's passed Youboty.
Trade Possibilities: None
21. New England Patriots
Tye Hill, CB, Clemson
Our Last Mock: DeAngelo Williams
What's Changed: Both running backs and cornerbacks will be available in bulk during the first round this year, so the Patriots will have their choice at either position. Hill is a speedster who can also return kicks, so he is a better fit right for the Pats right now than Williams.
Also Considered: DeAngelo Williams, Antonio Cromartie
Trade Possibilities: The Patriots aren't afraid to travel around the draft board if someone they like is available, so there may be some movement with this pick.
22. Denver Broncos (from Washington Commanders)
Laurence Maroney, RB, Minnesota
Our Last Mock: Tamba Hali
What's Changed: The Broncos went defense with the first pick this round, so it is time to get some offensive help. The Broncos don't think Tatum Bell can handle a full load in the backfield and Ron Dayne has proven he can't, making Maroney, who thrived in a zone-blocking system during college, a good fit.
Also Considered: Hali, D'Angelo Williams
Trade Possibilities: This pick may be involved in a deal to move up to the top of the round and select Vernon Davis.
23. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Marcus McNeill, T, Auburn
Our Last Mock: McNeill
What's Changed: Nothing. The Bucs still have major offensive line issues and will likely take the best lineman available. They also had offensive tackle Winston Justice at team headquarters earlier this week, so they might be interested in trading up.
Also Considered: Nick Mangold
Trade Possibilities: The Bucs could also trade down if they buy into the rumors that McNeill's stock is falling.
24. Cincinnati Bengals
Marcedes Lewis, TE, UCLA
Our Last Mock: Leonard Pope
What's Changed: The Bengals could still very well go with defensive help here, especially if they're comfortable with one of the tight ends that might still be on the board in the second round. Lewis and Pope both offer upside, but Marcedes seems to be a better fit with the Bengals' offense.
Also Considered: Pope, Antonio Cromartie
Trade Possibilities: None
25. New York Giants
Antonio Cromartie, CB, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Holmes
What's Changed: Holmes isn't available, and the next best receiver on the board doesn't warrant a pick here. The Giants need secondary help as well, and after Cromartie proved he's healthy and still really fast the G-Men will be lucky if he slips this far.</B> Also Considered: Ashton Youboty, Bobby Carpenter</B> Trade Possibilities: None
26. Chicago Bears
Ashton Youboty, CB, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Cromartie
What's Changed: The name is different because the Giants grabbed Cromartie with the previous pick, but the Bears are still looking to add some depth at cornerback. They'll address their issue at tight end later in the draft.
Also Considered: Leonard Pope
Trade Possibilities: None
27. Carolina Panthers
LenDale White, USC, RB
Our Last Mock: DeMeco Ryans
What's Changed: White's stock has dropped due to his lousy attitude at USC's pro day. However, the Panthers were among the teams that managed to sneak in a visit in between LenDale's multiple visits to Old Country Buffet. Remember, Stephen Davis won't be back in Carolina, and the team needs a durable short-yardage option.
Also Considered: Nick Mangold
Trade Possibilities: None.
28. Jacksonville Jaguars
Bobby Carpenter, LB, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Thomas Howard
What's Changed: Carpenter has a clean bill of health, but he could still be hanging around at the end of the first round when the Jags go on the clock. And we hear Jack Del Rio likes linebackers. There's also a chance the Jags try to get younger at the skill positions by tabbing D'Angelo Williams to replace Fred Taylor, who isn't making friends by opting to skip voluntary offseason workouts.
Also Considered: Williams
Trade Possibilities: None
29. New York Jets (from Denver Broncos via Atlanta Falcons)
D'Angelo Williams, RB, Memphis
Our Last Mock: Nick Mangold
What's Changed: The Jets selected Williams to be the heir apparent to the aging Curtis Martin because neither Cedric Houston nor Derrick Blaylock has his tantalizing upside. They'll look to upgrade their offensive line in later rounds.
Also Considered: Joseph Addai, Nick Mangold
Trade Possibilities: The Jets may move either (or both) of their first-round picks to the Titans so they can grab Matt Leinart.
30. Indianapolis Colts
Joseph Addai, RB, LSU
Our Last Mock: Maroney</B>
What's Changed: This mock saw the top backs go off the board prior to Indy's pick, leaving them to go to Plan B - the underappreciated Addai.
Also Considered: Richard Marshall
Trade Possibilities: If Indy thinks they can get their back lower, they aren't averse to trading down and out of the first round.
31. Seattle Seahawks
Richard Marshall, CB, Fresno State
Our Last Mock: Tye Hill
What's Changed: Not much. The Seahawks still need a quality No. 2 cornerback or a nickelback to push Kelly Herndon. Hill went earlier, so the Seahawks settle for Marshall, whose stock is on the rise.
Trade Possibilities: None.
32. Pittsburgh Steelers
Nick Mangold, C, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Sinorice Moss
What's Changed: Mangold's on the board this time, and he's a Bill Cowher kind of guy. The Steelers have few, if any, immediate needs so they can invest in a pick that will solidify their line for a decade down the road.
Also Considered: Moss
Trade Possibilities: None
1. Houston Texans
Reggie Bush, RB, USC
Our Last Mock: Bush
What's Changed: The Texans have worked out Mario Williams and Vince Young; can you say, "smoke screen?" Expect Houston's front office to open negotiations with Bush soon, if they haven't done so already.
Also Considered: Mario Williams, Vince Young
Trade Possibilities: Unless Mike Ditka takes over a team and makes another Ricky Williams type of offer, Houston is holding onto this pick.
2. New Orleans Saints
D'Brickshaw Ferguson, T, Virginia
Our Last Mock: Mario Williams
What's Changed: The Saints traded starting offensive tackle Wayne Gandy to the Falcons last week, which seems to open the door for Ferguson. Keep in mind the Saints lost starting center LeCharles Bentley and cut a starting guard during the offseason. In other words, they have major offensive line needs.
Also Considered: Williams
Trade Possibilities: Trading down to a team that covets Matt Leinart is always a possibility. Swapping with the Jets would make the most sense, as they could still get Ferguson with the fourth pick.
3. Tennessee Titans
Matt Leinart, QB, USC
Our Last Mock: Vince Young
What's Changed: The Titans are split between Leinart and Young; OC Norm Chow prefers the former Trojan, while Bud Adams would love to relocate yet another football icon from Houston. If both are on the board, it comes down to whether or not Adams can be overruled by his football people. Right now we're projecting GM Floyd Reese and head coach Jeff Fisher cast their votes for Leinart - and that Adams doesn't wield veto power.
Also Considered: Young
Trade Possibilities: The Titans could conceivably move down a spot or two, especially if both quarterbacks they like are still on the board or if they're comfortable with Jay Cutler.
4. New York Jets
Mario Williams, DE, North Carolina State
Our Last Mock: Matt Leinart
What's Changed: If the Jets can't swing a deal with the Titans to move up and grab Leinart, they'll settle for the most impressive defensive prospect in the draft. The Julius Peppers clone will provide them with the pass-rushing force they lost when John Abraham left town.
Also Considered: A.J. Hawk, Vince Young
Trade Possibilities: The Jets may ship this pick and another to the Titans in order to move up to the second slot and get Leinart.
5. Green Bay Packers
A.J. Hawk, LB, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Hawk
What's Changed: Hawk has remained a fixture at this spot because he fills a great need for the Packers and is clearly the best defensive player remaining. He and Nick Barnett could quickly turn into one of the best young linebacking tandems in the league.
Also Considered: Michael Huff, Brodrick Bunkley
Trade Possibilities: The Packers are always open to the possibility of moving around and acquiring additional picks.
6. San Francisco 49ers
Vernon Davis, TE, Maryland
Our Last Mock: Davis
What's Changed: Not much, although there are rumors that the Broncos are interested in trading up to acquire Davis. A team such as the Vikings might also be interested in trading up to acquire one of the big three quarterbacks.
Also Considered: Michael Huff, Jimmy Williams
Trade Possibilities: See above.
7. Oakland Raiders
Brodrick Bunkley, DT, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Bunkley
What's Changed: Nothing. Vince Young is a candidate with this pick, but team officials are said to be high on second-year signal caller Andrew Walter.
Also Considered: Haloti Ngata, Michael Huff, Vince Young
Trade Possibilities: None
8. Buffalo Bills
Haloti Ngata, DT, Oregon
Our Last Mock: Ferguson
What's Changed: Ferguson failed to fall far in this mock, leaving the Bills with Ngata. That's not a bad thing, however, because the big fella is the best fit at nose tackle for Buffalo's 3-4 defensive scheme.
Also Considered: Michael Huff
Trade Possibilities: None
9. Detroit Lions
Michael Huff, S, Texas
Our Last Mock: Huff
What's Changed: Nothing at all. Huff is the premier defensive back on the board and would immediately upgrade the Lions defense.
Also Considered: Vince Young, Jimmy Williams
Trade Possibilities: None
10. Arizona Cardinals
Vince Young, QB, Texas
Our Last Mock: Winston Justice
What's Changed:</B> Young dropped, causing the Cards to ignore their offensive line needs. Vince's rushing ability has drawn comparisons to Daunte Culpepper, whom head coach Denny Green is quite familiar with.
Also Considered: Justice, Ernie Sims, Jay Cutler
Trade Possibilities: There is speculation that Green doesn't plan on coaching long enough to develop a young quarterback, so he might trade this pick to a team that covets Young.
11. St. Louis Rams
Jimmy Williams, CB, Virginia Tech
Our Last Mock: Jay Cutler
What's Changed: Only two teams surrendered more passing scores than the Rams last year. Cutler might be tempting, but it will be hard for new head coach Scott Linehan to justify such a pick if he has any faith in Marc Bulger.
Also Considered: Ashton Youboty, Jimmy Williams
Trade Possibilities: Williams might be available later, so the Rams could trade this pick to a team that wants Cutler.
12. Cleveland Browns
Kamerion Wimbley, DE, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Wimbley
What's Changed: Not much. The Browns will go defense, and if one of the big tackles (Bunkley or Ngata) slide this far they'll certainly give them consideration. However, Wimbley is a perfect fit for their 3-4, and his Cleveland visit went well.
Also Considered: Ernie Sims, Donte Whitner
Trade Possibilities: None
13. Baltimore Ravens
Winston Justice, T, USC
Our Last Mock: Ngata
What's Changed: Ngata moved up and Bunkley didn't fall, leaving the Ravens to address needs on their offensive rather than defensive line. Justice has climbed in the rankings thanks to his stellar Pro Day workout, and he can play the right side until Jonathan Ogden calls it quits.
Also Considered: Whitner, Jay Cutler
Trade Possibilities: The Ravens could still be in the market for a quarterback and could trade up or down depending on where Cutler falls.
14. Philadelphia Eagles
Chad Jackson, WR, Florida
Our Last Mock: Ernie Sims
What's Changed: Trying to get inside Andy Reid's head is tougher than reading the expression on Paul Walker's face, but he does lean towards the offensive side of the football. The Eagles need receiving help, and with Jackson still sitting here it may be tough for Philly to go defense.
Also Considered: Sims, LenDale White
Trade Possibilities: If the Broncos get aggressive about grabbing Jackson and the Eagles feel they can wait on a receiver, there may be some play at this spot. They could also trade down and capitalize on White's sliding stock.
15. Denver Broncos (from Atlanta Falcons)
Donte Whitner, S, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Jackson
What's Changed:</B> Jackson got nabbed by Eagles one pick before the Broncos could get him, so they went with Whitner, who has seen his stock rise in recent weeks. He's now considered one of the best defensive backs in this year's draft class and will play safety for the Broncos.
Also Considered: Jay Cutler, Santonio Holmes, Jason Allen
Trade Possibilities: The Broncos have a pair of first-rounders and are rumored to be considering a trade with the 49ers so they can be in position to acquire Vernon Davis.
16. Miami Dolphins
Ernie Sims, LB, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Donte Whitner
What's Changed:</B> Whitner didn't make it to No. 16 in this mock, forcing the Dolphins to address a different defensive need. The Fins could use some talented youth at outside linebacker and Sims will be able to effectively rush the quarterback if called upon to do so. Also Considered: Chad Greenway
Trade Possibilities: None
17. Minnesota Vikings
Jay Cutler, QB, Vanderbilt
Our Last Mock: Chad Greenway
What's Changed: Brad Johnson is a year older than Brett Favre. Granted, B.J. has indicated that he wants to play at least three more seasons whereas old age has apparently destroyed Brett's decision making ability, but there's no telling how effective Johnson will be at his age.
Also Considered: Greenway, Tye Hill
Trade Possibilities: The Vikings have talked with the Falcons about a trade for backup quarterback Matt Schaub. The Falcons are seeking a first-round pick in return, but the Purple apparently feel that the No. 17 pick is too much to part with.
18. Dallas Cowboys
Chad Greenway, LB, Iowa
Our Last Mock: Bobby Carpenter
What's Changed: Same position, same conference, but rather than reach a bit for Carpenter the Cowboys capitalize on Greenway's fluctuating stock.
Also Considered: Carpenter, Jason Allen
Trade Possibilities: None
19. San Diego Chargers
Santonio Holmes, WR, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Jimmy Williams
What's Changed: Keenan McCardell isn't getting any younger and Reche Caldwell left town, so Holmes would fill a glaring need.
Also Considered: Jason Allen
Trade Possibilities: None
20. Kansas City Chiefs
Jason Allen, CB, Tennessee
Our Last Mock: Ashton Youboty
What's Changed: The Chiefs are still in the market for a cornerback. Allen's stock appears to be on the rise. If nothing else, he's passed Youboty.
Trade Possibilities: None
21. New England Patriots
Tye Hill, CB, Clemson
Our Last Mock: DeAngelo Williams
What's Changed: Both running backs and cornerbacks will be available in bulk during the first round this year, so the Patriots will have their choice at either position. Hill is a speedster who can also return kicks, so he is a better fit right for the Pats right now than Williams.
Also Considered: DeAngelo Williams, Antonio Cromartie
Trade Possibilities: The Patriots aren't afraid to travel around the draft board if someone they like is available, so there may be some movement with this pick.
22. Denver Broncos (from Washington Commanders)
Laurence Maroney, RB, Minnesota
Our Last Mock: Tamba Hali
What's Changed: The Broncos went defense with the first pick this round, so it is time to get some offensive help. The Broncos don't think Tatum Bell can handle a full load in the backfield and Ron Dayne has proven he can't, making Maroney, who thrived in a zone-blocking system during college, a good fit.
Also Considered: Hali, D'Angelo Williams
Trade Possibilities: This pick may be involved in a deal to move up to the top of the round and select Vernon Davis.
23. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Marcus McNeill, T, Auburn
Our Last Mock: McNeill
What's Changed: Nothing. The Bucs still have major offensive line issues and will likely take the best lineman available. They also had offensive tackle Winston Justice at team headquarters earlier this week, so they might be interested in trading up.
Also Considered: Nick Mangold
Trade Possibilities: The Bucs could also trade down if they buy into the rumors that McNeill's stock is falling.
24. Cincinnati Bengals
Marcedes Lewis, TE, UCLA
Our Last Mock: Leonard Pope
What's Changed: The Bengals could still very well go with defensive help here, especially if they're comfortable with one of the tight ends that might still be on the board in the second round. Lewis and Pope both offer upside, but Marcedes seems to be a better fit with the Bengals' offense.
Also Considered: Pope, Antonio Cromartie
Trade Possibilities: None
25. New York Giants
Antonio Cromartie, CB, Florida State
Our Last Mock: Holmes
What's Changed: Holmes isn't available, and the next best receiver on the board doesn't warrant a pick here. The Giants need secondary help as well, and after Cromartie proved he's healthy and still really fast the G-Men will be lucky if he slips this far.</B> Also Considered: Ashton Youboty, Bobby Carpenter</B> Trade Possibilities: None
26. Chicago Bears
Ashton Youboty, CB, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Cromartie
What's Changed: The name is different because the Giants grabbed Cromartie with the previous pick, but the Bears are still looking to add some depth at cornerback. They'll address their issue at tight end later in the draft.
Also Considered: Leonard Pope
Trade Possibilities: None
27. Carolina Panthers
LenDale White, USC, RB
Our Last Mock: DeMeco Ryans
What's Changed: White's stock has dropped due to his lousy attitude at USC's pro day. However, the Panthers were among the teams that managed to sneak in a visit in between LenDale's multiple visits to Old Country Buffet. Remember, Stephen Davis won't be back in Carolina, and the team needs a durable short-yardage option.
Also Considered: Nick Mangold
Trade Possibilities: None.
28. Jacksonville Jaguars
Bobby Carpenter, LB, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Thomas Howard
What's Changed: Carpenter has a clean bill of health, but he could still be hanging around at the end of the first round when the Jags go on the clock. And we hear Jack Del Rio likes linebackers. There's also a chance the Jags try to get younger at the skill positions by tabbing D'Angelo Williams to replace Fred Taylor, who isn't making friends by opting to skip voluntary offseason workouts.
Also Considered: Williams
Trade Possibilities: None
29. New York Jets (from Denver Broncos via Atlanta Falcons)
D'Angelo Williams, RB, Memphis
Our Last Mock: Nick Mangold
What's Changed: The Jets selected Williams to be the heir apparent to the aging Curtis Martin because neither Cedric Houston nor Derrick Blaylock has his tantalizing upside. They'll look to upgrade their offensive line in later rounds.
Also Considered: Joseph Addai, Nick Mangold
Trade Possibilities: The Jets may move either (or both) of their first-round picks to the Titans so they can grab Matt Leinart.
30. Indianapolis Colts
Joseph Addai, RB, LSU
Our Last Mock: Maroney</B>
What's Changed: This mock saw the top backs go off the board prior to Indy's pick, leaving them to go to Plan B - the underappreciated Addai.
Also Considered: Richard Marshall
Trade Possibilities: If Indy thinks they can get their back lower, they aren't averse to trading down and out of the first round.
31. Seattle Seahawks
Richard Marshall, CB, Fresno State
Our Last Mock: Tye Hill
What's Changed: Not much. The Seahawks still need a quality No. 2 cornerback or a nickelback to push Kelly Herndon. Hill went earlier, so the Seahawks settle for Marshall, whose stock is on the rise.
Trade Possibilities: None.
32. Pittsburgh Steelers
Nick Mangold, C, Ohio State
Our Last Mock: Sinorice Moss
What's Changed: Mangold's on the board this time, and he's a Bill Cowher kind of guy. The Steelers have few, if any, immediate needs so they can invest in a pick that will solidify their line for a decade down the road.
Also Considered: Moss
Trade Possibilities: None