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2010 NFL Mock Draft
By: Robert Davis | Updated: 1/6
# St. Louis - Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska
This pick should come down to Suh and Jimmy Clausen. With the risk associated with a QB this high, it could be tough for the Rams to pull the trigger. Not only is Suh a higher rated prospect, but he should be a safer bet. The Rams have spent a couple high picks on the defensive line in recent year, but have yet to find that true anchor to the defense. Suh may end that quest.
# Detroit - Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma St.
The Lions would love for Suh to fall here, but with him landing with the Rams, they shift gears and land themselves a left tackle to protect last years top overall pick, Matt Stafford. Gerald McCoy should draw major interest as well, but landing a true left tackle is hard to find, so the Lions pull the trigger on Okung.
# Tampa Bay - Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma
Another team that missed out on the Suh sweepstakes, the Bucs select second best. McCoy would be the top interior lineman in most years, but Tampa is happy there is another defensive lineman worthy of this pick.
# Washington - Jimmy Clausen, QB, Notre Dame
The Skins are in need of a major overhaul. Jim Zorn is about to be canned, and Jason Campbell may not last much longer. Clausen is as polished a junior QB you will find, and would be a guy capable of stepping in right away. Clausen has been under the microscope for years, so handling the pressure of taking over in DC will not be anything he hasn’t faced before.
# Kansas City - Eric Berry, DB, Tennessee
The Chiefs would love for Russell Okung to be available with their pick, but he’s off the board. This is probably too early for Trent Williams, and there are not front seven defenders worthy of the pick either. Dez Bryant would make a lot of sense to help Matt Cassel and the offense, but Berry is the type of defender you can build a defense around. He has the talent to play corner or safety, and be a standout at either spot.
# Seattle - Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma
Matt Hasselbeck is winding down, to the point that you may not be able to count on him any longer. Finding his replacement has to be a major priority. Bradford may need some time to learn, but may possess the intangibles to handle being fed to the wolves immediately if need be.
# Cleveland - Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma St.
The offense lacks a prime playmaker, and Bryant not only gives them that, but he has the size and ability over the middle to make the important, chain moving grabs. His presence would give Brady Quinn a dependable option to consistently look to.
# Oakland - Bruce Campbell, OT, Maryland
There may not be a more talented lineman in the draft physically than Campbell. That’s all Al Davis needs to know, right?
# Buffalo - Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma
The Bills did a decent job adding some youth to the interior offensive line last year, but failed to address the tackle spot after Jason Peters was moved. Williams has fared better at right tackle in college, but has the talent to play the left side with some work.
# Jacksonville - Derrick Morgan, DE, Georgia Tech
The Jags spent their top two picks two years ago to upgrade the pass rush, but that has not paid off to date. They go back to the draft again, and this time, may get it right. Morgan’s motor along with his skills should make him an impact performer early on.
# Denver(Chi) - Rolando McClain, LB, Alabama
The Broncos fell quite a ways after a 6-0 start. The team switched gears defensively to a 3-4 unit last year, and still has some holes that need to be filled with players who fit the scheme. McClain fits any scheme because he is a special talent, but he can lead a defense in a 3-4 at inside linebacker.
# Miami - Everson Griffen, DE/LB, USC
Parcells had a history of building his defense around edge rushers, and it’s time for him to add one to the Dolphins. Griffen is a rare talent off the edge, and can only benefit from playing with veterans like Jason Taylor and Joey Porter.
# San Francisco - Joe Haden, CB, Florida
Haden’s the one potential shut down corner in this class, and the 9ers could use a young corner with his talent level. Dre Bly may not be back, and Nate Clements isn’t getting any younger.
# Seattle (Den) - Taylor Mays, S, USC
The Seahawks would love to add a left tackle in the first round, but none really fit into their selections. They would have to reach for players instead of taking a quality player actually worthy of the pick. Mays would be great value here, and the Seahawks would love to bring him home to add a physical presence to their secondary.
# New York Giants - Brian Price, DT, UCLA
Price is a name people need to get use to seeing in the first round, potentially the mid first round. Outside of height, his ability to impact the game is not much different than the top two DT’s in the draft. He gets a great push up the gut, but can also clog running lanes.
# Tennessee - Jason Pierre-Paul, DE, South Florida
For two years people have penciled in a USF DE the first round, and it still appears like it will happen. Only its Pierre-Paul, not George Selvie. Selvie has slid a bit each season since his big sophomore season, while Pierre-Paul blossomed in his only season at the D1 level. His frame and athleticism give him big time potential, and could add the pressure the front four of the Titans lack.
# San Francisco (Car) - CJ Spiller, RB, Clemson
Spiller took advantage of returning to school as much as any player in the draft. He appears to be a lock to be the first back selected. His game breaking ability as a runner, receiver, and return man would make him a welcomed addition to a team that already has a feature runner that can handle a beating between the tackles. Spiller would add an element the 9ers have not had in years, and help the offense take a step forward.
# Pittsburgh - Mike Iupati, OL, Idaho
The Steelers have opened up the passing game recently, but they still want a physical offense. Everything starts up front. Iupati brings in attitude that will make him a factor early on, and he may be able to provide help at guard or tackle.
# Atlanta - Greg Hardy, DE, Ole Miss
The Falcons could go in a couple directions. They may be tempted to grab an offensive tackle like Anthony Davis here, but they decide to gamble on the pass rush potential of Hardy off the edge. Hardy would likely grade out as the top end in the draft without the durability concerns. He should be healthy by the combine and ready to impress NFL personnel all over again.
# Houston - Dan Williams, DT, Tennessee
The Texans have spent quite a few high selections on the defense in recent years, but the work is not done. They struck gold with Brian Cushing last year, but another big body up front could help elevate the front seven quite a bit. Williams can clog the interior and hold his ground, but is quick enough to get upfield and apply pressure at times. A corner will draw a lot of attention here, but there is better value elsewhere.
# New York Jets - Jared Odrick, DL, Penn St.
Odrick has had quite the senior season. He has played with a lot of fire and intensity, and pushed himself into the first round. He could break into the top 20 because he appears to be the perfect 3-4 end, which will make him very valuable on draft day.
# Baltimore - Golden Tate, WR, Notre Dame
The emergence of Ray Rice has given the Ravens two key performers on offense to build around. A playmaker at receiver would complete the trio, and give the team a big play threat down the field to give the running game even more space.
# Arizona - Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers
Davis has the potential to go higher, and after workouts, he may. He has the athleticism and size to really impress teams, but he needs to play with more consistency. The Cards would love to add a talent like him to the offensive line to help protect the quarterback and upgrade the rushing attack.
# Cincinnati - Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma
The Bengals have not been able to find a long term solution at tight end for years, but they hope the search is over with Gresham. Had he not be injured, he would be long gone by now. Gresham could be a devastating option in the red zone and give the Bengals a dependable option over the middle of the field.
# New England - Jerry Hughes, DE/OLB, TCU
The Patriots must upgrade their pass rush, plain and simple. They do not have a player that brings any fear to the opponent, or who can consistently apply pressure other than Tully Banta-Cain, and he should only be a situational rusher. Hughes has the big pass rush ability, but shows some ability to hold his ground for a linebacker to help in the running game which will make him a Belichick favorite.
# Green Bay - Charles Brown, OT, USC
The Pack did well with a Trojan on defense last year with Clay Matthews in the first round, so they decide to go back to Southern California for their top pick this year. Brown is a very good pass blocker but also plays with a toughness that allows him to make up for his lack of bulk. He will need to pack on some weight in the NFL, but his ability as a pass protector will make Aaron Rodgers very happy.
# Philadelphia - Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida
Dunlap could arguably be the best player available at this point if he declares. His combination of size and athleticism give him tremendous potential, and could cause him to vault up draft boards. He has been a solid performer, but the production has not matched the potential to date. He would help the pass rush for the Eagles, but should also develop into a solid all around end with time.
# Dallas - Earl Thomas, S, Texas
Only a sophomore, Thomas is considering leaving after his huge season. He is a true ballhawk in the secondary, and could be the long term answer at free safety for the Cowboys. An offensive tackle will draw quite a bit of consideration, but keeping Thomas in the Lonestar state is too much to pass on.
# Minnesota - Terrence Cody, DT, Alabama
A huge part of the Vikings success over the years has been the production from the interior defensive line. Pat Williams is nearing the end, and finding his replacement is a must. Cody has the same type of ability to impact the game, but he still needs some work. Getting into better shape and learning from Pat for a year would be the best situation possible for Cody, and the Vikings.
# San Diego - Vladimir Ducasse, OL, UMass
Ducasse has been on the rise since the season began, and is knocking on the door of the first round. He could project to right tackle or guard, either of which would help the Chargers upgrade their line play. Keep an eye on Ryan Matthews if the team feels it needs to add fresh legs to the backfield.
# New Orleans - Sean Weatherspoon, LB, Missouri
Weatherspoon is a tackling machine, plain and simple. He is aggressive and flies to the football, more often than not beating everyone else to it. His speed and aggressiveness would be a boost to the Saints front seven from the time camp opens.
# Indianapolis - Patrick Robinson, CB, Florida St.
There are a few positions the Colts could really look at here, so going for the best player available appears to be the best option. Another body at corner is needed, and Robinson is the second best corner in this draft class.
By: Robert Davis | Updated: 1/6
# St. Louis - Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska
This pick should come down to Suh and Jimmy Clausen. With the risk associated with a QB this high, it could be tough for the Rams to pull the trigger. Not only is Suh a higher rated prospect, but he should be a safer bet. The Rams have spent a couple high picks on the defensive line in recent year, but have yet to find that true anchor to the defense. Suh may end that quest.
# Detroit - Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma St.
The Lions would love for Suh to fall here, but with him landing with the Rams, they shift gears and land themselves a left tackle to protect last years top overall pick, Matt Stafford. Gerald McCoy should draw major interest as well, but landing a true left tackle is hard to find, so the Lions pull the trigger on Okung.
# Tampa Bay - Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma
Another team that missed out on the Suh sweepstakes, the Bucs select second best. McCoy would be the top interior lineman in most years, but Tampa is happy there is another defensive lineman worthy of this pick.
# Washington - Jimmy Clausen, QB, Notre Dame
The Skins are in need of a major overhaul. Jim Zorn is about to be canned, and Jason Campbell may not last much longer. Clausen is as polished a junior QB you will find, and would be a guy capable of stepping in right away. Clausen has been under the microscope for years, so handling the pressure of taking over in DC will not be anything he hasn’t faced before.
# Kansas City - Eric Berry, DB, Tennessee
The Chiefs would love for Russell Okung to be available with their pick, but he’s off the board. This is probably too early for Trent Williams, and there are not front seven defenders worthy of the pick either. Dez Bryant would make a lot of sense to help Matt Cassel and the offense, but Berry is the type of defender you can build a defense around. He has the talent to play corner or safety, and be a standout at either spot.
# Seattle - Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma
Matt Hasselbeck is winding down, to the point that you may not be able to count on him any longer. Finding his replacement has to be a major priority. Bradford may need some time to learn, but may possess the intangibles to handle being fed to the wolves immediately if need be.
# Cleveland - Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma St.
The offense lacks a prime playmaker, and Bryant not only gives them that, but he has the size and ability over the middle to make the important, chain moving grabs. His presence would give Brady Quinn a dependable option to consistently look to.
# Oakland - Bruce Campbell, OT, Maryland
There may not be a more talented lineman in the draft physically than Campbell. That’s all Al Davis needs to know, right?
# Buffalo - Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma
The Bills did a decent job adding some youth to the interior offensive line last year, but failed to address the tackle spot after Jason Peters was moved. Williams has fared better at right tackle in college, but has the talent to play the left side with some work.
# Jacksonville - Derrick Morgan, DE, Georgia Tech
The Jags spent their top two picks two years ago to upgrade the pass rush, but that has not paid off to date. They go back to the draft again, and this time, may get it right. Morgan’s motor along with his skills should make him an impact performer early on.
# Denver(Chi) - Rolando McClain, LB, Alabama
The Broncos fell quite a ways after a 6-0 start. The team switched gears defensively to a 3-4 unit last year, and still has some holes that need to be filled with players who fit the scheme. McClain fits any scheme because he is a special talent, but he can lead a defense in a 3-4 at inside linebacker.
# Miami - Everson Griffen, DE/LB, USC
Parcells had a history of building his defense around edge rushers, and it’s time for him to add one to the Dolphins. Griffen is a rare talent off the edge, and can only benefit from playing with veterans like Jason Taylor and Joey Porter.
# San Francisco - Joe Haden, CB, Florida
Haden’s the one potential shut down corner in this class, and the 9ers could use a young corner with his talent level. Dre Bly may not be back, and Nate Clements isn’t getting any younger.
# Seattle (Den) - Taylor Mays, S, USC
The Seahawks would love to add a left tackle in the first round, but none really fit into their selections. They would have to reach for players instead of taking a quality player actually worthy of the pick. Mays would be great value here, and the Seahawks would love to bring him home to add a physical presence to their secondary.
# New York Giants - Brian Price, DT, UCLA
Price is a name people need to get use to seeing in the first round, potentially the mid first round. Outside of height, his ability to impact the game is not much different than the top two DT’s in the draft. He gets a great push up the gut, but can also clog running lanes.
# Tennessee - Jason Pierre-Paul, DE, South Florida
For two years people have penciled in a USF DE the first round, and it still appears like it will happen. Only its Pierre-Paul, not George Selvie. Selvie has slid a bit each season since his big sophomore season, while Pierre-Paul blossomed in his only season at the D1 level. His frame and athleticism give him big time potential, and could add the pressure the front four of the Titans lack.
# San Francisco (Car) - CJ Spiller, RB, Clemson
Spiller took advantage of returning to school as much as any player in the draft. He appears to be a lock to be the first back selected. His game breaking ability as a runner, receiver, and return man would make him a welcomed addition to a team that already has a feature runner that can handle a beating between the tackles. Spiller would add an element the 9ers have not had in years, and help the offense take a step forward.
# Pittsburgh - Mike Iupati, OL, Idaho
The Steelers have opened up the passing game recently, but they still want a physical offense. Everything starts up front. Iupati brings in attitude that will make him a factor early on, and he may be able to provide help at guard or tackle.
# Atlanta - Greg Hardy, DE, Ole Miss
The Falcons could go in a couple directions. They may be tempted to grab an offensive tackle like Anthony Davis here, but they decide to gamble on the pass rush potential of Hardy off the edge. Hardy would likely grade out as the top end in the draft without the durability concerns. He should be healthy by the combine and ready to impress NFL personnel all over again.
# Houston - Dan Williams, DT, Tennessee
The Texans have spent quite a few high selections on the defense in recent years, but the work is not done. They struck gold with Brian Cushing last year, but another big body up front could help elevate the front seven quite a bit. Williams can clog the interior and hold his ground, but is quick enough to get upfield and apply pressure at times. A corner will draw a lot of attention here, but there is better value elsewhere.
# New York Jets - Jared Odrick, DL, Penn St.
Odrick has had quite the senior season. He has played with a lot of fire and intensity, and pushed himself into the first round. He could break into the top 20 because he appears to be the perfect 3-4 end, which will make him very valuable on draft day.
# Baltimore - Golden Tate, WR, Notre Dame
The emergence of Ray Rice has given the Ravens two key performers on offense to build around. A playmaker at receiver would complete the trio, and give the team a big play threat down the field to give the running game even more space.
# Arizona - Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers
Davis has the potential to go higher, and after workouts, he may. He has the athleticism and size to really impress teams, but he needs to play with more consistency. The Cards would love to add a talent like him to the offensive line to help protect the quarterback and upgrade the rushing attack.
# Cincinnati - Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma
The Bengals have not been able to find a long term solution at tight end for years, but they hope the search is over with Gresham. Had he not be injured, he would be long gone by now. Gresham could be a devastating option in the red zone and give the Bengals a dependable option over the middle of the field.
# New England - Jerry Hughes, DE/OLB, TCU
The Patriots must upgrade their pass rush, plain and simple. They do not have a player that brings any fear to the opponent, or who can consistently apply pressure other than Tully Banta-Cain, and he should only be a situational rusher. Hughes has the big pass rush ability, but shows some ability to hold his ground for a linebacker to help in the running game which will make him a Belichick favorite.
# Green Bay - Charles Brown, OT, USC
The Pack did well with a Trojan on defense last year with Clay Matthews in the first round, so they decide to go back to Southern California for their top pick this year. Brown is a very good pass blocker but also plays with a toughness that allows him to make up for his lack of bulk. He will need to pack on some weight in the NFL, but his ability as a pass protector will make Aaron Rodgers very happy.
# Philadelphia - Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida
Dunlap could arguably be the best player available at this point if he declares. His combination of size and athleticism give him tremendous potential, and could cause him to vault up draft boards. He has been a solid performer, but the production has not matched the potential to date. He would help the pass rush for the Eagles, but should also develop into a solid all around end with time.
# Dallas - Earl Thomas, S, Texas
Only a sophomore, Thomas is considering leaving after his huge season. He is a true ballhawk in the secondary, and could be the long term answer at free safety for the Cowboys. An offensive tackle will draw quite a bit of consideration, but keeping Thomas in the Lonestar state is too much to pass on.
# Minnesota - Terrence Cody, DT, Alabama
A huge part of the Vikings success over the years has been the production from the interior defensive line. Pat Williams is nearing the end, and finding his replacement is a must. Cody has the same type of ability to impact the game, but he still needs some work. Getting into better shape and learning from Pat for a year would be the best situation possible for Cody, and the Vikings.
# San Diego - Vladimir Ducasse, OL, UMass
Ducasse has been on the rise since the season began, and is knocking on the door of the first round. He could project to right tackle or guard, either of which would help the Chargers upgrade their line play. Keep an eye on Ryan Matthews if the team feels it needs to add fresh legs to the backfield.
# New Orleans - Sean Weatherspoon, LB, Missouri
Weatherspoon is a tackling machine, plain and simple. He is aggressive and flies to the football, more often than not beating everyone else to it. His speed and aggressiveness would be a boost to the Saints front seven from the time camp opens.
# Indianapolis - Patrick Robinson, CB, Florida St.
There are a few positions the Colts could really look at here, so going for the best player available appears to be the best option. Another body at corner is needed, and Robinson is the second best corner in this draft class.
