Article by Jimmy Boyd

Every sports writer, analyst, enthusiast, and even the guy who knows nothing about football but hears other guys at work talking about it has a mock top 10 draft ready to go at the drop of a hat. I couldn’t stay away from it any longer. So here’s my top 10, most likely in no particular order.

1. Oakland Raiders- JaMarcus Russell, QB, LSU

The Raiders have been on the clock since last September and I think when it’s their time to shine JaMarcus Russell will be the name that gets called. This subject has been debated so much that some analysts actually think that Oakland will take Calvin Johnson and Joe Namath will be playing QB for them next season. Other reports have the Raiders going with the Easter Bunny in the one slot. Is Russell the best move for Oakland? Probably not. Then again, Peyton Manning couldn’t even get a throw off standing behind this look-out block throwing offensive line. Joe Thomas would be the most practical pick, but he doesn’t glimmer quite enough for Al Davis. No one who the Raiders select is going to change the tenor of this team. There are too many holes. I think it’s Russell number one though.

2. Detroit Tigers- Joe Thomas OT, Wisconsin

If only the Lions hadn’t been so wide receiver happy in the past. The best player in the NFL Draft likely slips a couple more spots because of this. Their early pick of Joey Harrington several years ago likely scares them away from Brady Quinn here, too, even though I feel he could be a good fit. It looks like the Detroit Lions will play it safe and go with the best offensive lineman in the draft.

3. Cleveland Browns- Adrian Peterson RB, Oklahoma

No more Sandwich Droughns in Cleveland paves the way for the Browns to take Adrian Peterson. Although great workouts have pro scouts forgetting about his injury-plagued college career, I would still be leery about taking Peterson so high. I guess picking up Jamal Lewis helps Cleveland make this gamble.

4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Calvin Johnson WR, Georgia Tech

It looks like the Bucs will get the best of the best in 2007 thanks to teams with other needs. Oakland should probably just take this kid and Detroit will be kicking itself when Johnson torches them for 200 yards on October 21st. He’s big, he’s strong, and he’s fast. There’s no way in hell this kid is a bust.

5. Arizona Cardinals- Gaines Adams DE, Clemson

All I have to say is don’t do it. Adams may be the most talented defensive player in the draft, but the Cards could benefit from more help up the middle not on the outside. I feel Amobi Okoye is the answer here. Michigan’s Alan Branch would even be better.

6. Washington Redskins- Amobi Okoye, DT Louisville

The Skins could go with safety Laron Landry from LSU or Alan Branch from Michigan. They’ll likely go with Gaines Adams if he slides past Arizona. I think Amobi fills Washington’s interior defensive needs and has a larger upside than Alan Branch even though he isn’t as polished yet.

7. Minnesota Vikings- Brady Quinn QB, Notre Dame

Despite Quinn’s campaigning for getting nabbed number one, he’ll likely slide to number seven which will be fine by the Vikes. I’m not sure this kid is tough enough to play QB in the black and blue division. Hopefully he’ll take notes when Brett Favre comes to town.

8. Atlanta Falcons- Jamaal Anderson DE, Arkansas

The name Jamaal Anderson belongs in Atlanta. Hopefully it will get the Falcons back in a position to challenge for an NFC title. Anderson is the second best defensive end in this draft and he will fill a need for the Falcons on the defensive side of the football. If Gaines Adams were to slide, the Falcons would be doing the “Dirty Bird” again.

9. Miami Dolphins- Tedd Ginn Jr. WR, Ohio State

This one might shock you a little bit with all the talk of Ginn’s injury affecting his draft stock. Miami is paper thin at wide receiver and game changing kick returners are not a dime a dozen. Tedd Ginn Jr. could be this season’s Devin Hester and more.

10. Houston Texans- Levi Brown OT, Penn State

This is my hopeful pick for the Texans, but don’t be surprised if they make another bone head move like we saw last season when they passed up Reggie Bush. Levi Brown will help shore up an offensive line which has been this teams weak spot since starting in the National Football League.

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Article by Jason Parsons

Last time I wrote about my 2007 nfl draft predictions (11 through 20) in this years up and coming draft! With less than just a quick 10 days away, I am posting the end of round 1 projections.

Without further a due, here are my picks for 21-32.

21. Denver Broncos Selects Lawrence Timmons, Florida State

Why?: With the departure of Al Wilson, the Bronco’s want a 1st round talent to replace him. Timmons give them this option and would be a great fit at middle LB for Denver.

22. Dallas Cowboys Selects Dwayne Jarrett, Southern California

Why?: With a new head coach and a fast aging group of WR, getting Jarrett (one of the better WR in the draft) makes the most sense for the Cowboys. No one really knows if T.O’s off-field issues and his “cancerous” locker-room situation will hurt this team. It’s best to be prepared, and Jarrett was a star in college and will hopefully do the same in the NFL. Remember… everyone thought Jerry Rice was a bit slow when he was first drafted too and we all know the ending of that chapter.

23. Kansas City Chiefs Selects Dwayne Bowe, Louisanna state

Why?: There is no surprise here given the mediocre talent the Chiefs has at the WR corp. They will have a new starting QB this year (whether its Huard or Brodie) and they need a guy who can catch and run with the ball. Bowe is a great player and should fit well with Herm Edward’s Chiefs.

24. New England Patriots Selects Revis Darrelle, Pittsburgh

Why?: With Asante Samuel requesting a trade, the Patriots should address their CB situation here. It will be a hard decision between Revis, Houston or Ross but I feel Revis would fit more with the Patriots. Either way, I’d expect them to take a CB.

25. NY Jets Selects Chris Houston, Arkansas

Why?: Yep, second CB in a row off the board. The Jets need some Corners to help avoid getting burned by the deep ball. Houston is a quality starter who should be a top notch corner in the league. His college stats could be a bit of a worry to make him a 1st rounder (He has had 0 int and 0 FF in college) but I think he’ll be a great player in the league none the less.

26. Philadelphia Eagles Selects Brandon Meriweather, Miami

Why?: The Eagles need a solid S, and although they already increased their D with Takeo Spikes I feel they’ll still address it here. They have a pretty solid offense, and they may be tempted to take a WR here but with such a deep core in that area they could use their second pick on a WR instead.

27. New Orleans Saints Selects Aaron Ross, Texas

Why?: The Saints would be THRILLED to land a CB of Ross’s caliber. They desperately need secondary help and if Ross is gone before now look for them to take someone like Houston, Revis, or the top secondary help available.

28. New England Patriots Selects Joe Staley, Central Michigan

Why?: The Patriots have two first round picks due to their trade sending Branch to the Seahawks. Look for them to address their Oline with some youth. Staley is one of the better OT in the draft (at least top 3) so look for them to nap him here. They also could be tempted in taking the best Center in the league, Ryan Kalil.

29. Baltimore Ravens Selects Anthony Spencer, Purdue

Why?: The Ravens just lost Adalius Thomas to the Patriots via Free Agency, and they need a guy who can rush or stay back (like Thomas can). This makes sense for a team who relies on Defense as their bread-and-butter and their offense is pretty well in tact with Air McNair running the show.

30. San Diego Chargers Selects Steve Smith, Southern California

Why?: The Chargers need a solid, deep threat and although Smith is a little small (just under 6 feet), he is quick and would be a deep threat Philip Rivers would love to see added. This guy is going to be a star and has catapulted himself to be a late first rounder (or early second rounder)

31. Chicago Bears Selects Justin Harrell, Tennesse

Why?: Harrell is projected as a 1st round selection and he would fit the Bears D perfectly. He can play both 3-4 and 4-3, is very versatile and would fit Lovie Smith’s system very well.

32. Indianapolis Colts Selects Michael Griffin, Texas

Why?: The Colts could go a number of ways. They need to get a RB to replace Rhodes but they used their first round pick last year on Addai. Griffin is simply the best player left on the board at this time, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see the Colts grab a Offensive Tackle like Staley if he’s available.

This pretty much wraps up my first round projections. In less than 10 days we will see which potential up and coming stars goes where. I am really looking forward to draft day, this might be one of the better drafts in recent years with plenty of talent.

Until next time,

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Article by Jason Parsons

Last time I wrote about my top ten 2007 nfl draft predictions in this years up and coming draft!

With less than 2 weeks away, it is very exciting to see who the next big stars will be in the NFL and who will end up where. All the spectulation and hype can now be finished!

Without further adue, here are my picks for 11-20.

11. San Francisco 49ers Selects Alan Branch, Michigan

Why?: Branch is a HUGE tackle that will fit Mike Nolan’s 3-4 scheme perfectly. He can be used as a rookie and be there for years to come. Everyone needs to stop the run, why not have this guy who would be the highest ranking left on the board at this time.

12. Buffalo Bills Selects Patrick Willis, Mississippi

Why?: The Bills just lost London-Fletcher, and Willis is the best middle LB in the draft. This guy is also a tackling machine! I figure the Bills have too many needs to not choose this guy.

13. St. Louis Rams Selects Adam Carriker, Nebraska

Why?: St. Louis needs help on Defense and a pass rusher is just what they need. It maybe temping to take someone like Leon Hall here, since their secondary problems are definitely still there. However, I think there are better CB’s they could potentially take in the later rounds so I like Carriker here.

14. Carolina Panthers Selects Greg Olsen, Miami

Why?: Will give Carolina the best TE in the draft and take some pressure off Keyshawn and Steve Smith. He could end up being one of the better TE’s in the league. The Panthers also could go for a LB here but I think the talent of Olsen is more than enough to take him here (especially given there is really only 2 high profile TE’s in the draft).

15. Pittsburgh Steelers Selects Ted Ginn JR, Ohio State

Why?: Ginn is a speed wagon and would bring a lot of energy to the special teams. He would also make a great 2nd or 3rd WR. Pittsburgh is set at Running Back with Willie Parker, but still need a deep threat since Burress and Randle El has departed.

16. Green Bay Packers Selects Marshawn Lynch, California

Why?: Green Bay lost long time RB Green to the Houston Texans and it is time to draft a solid RB to fill the hole. Lynch is the 2nd best RB in the draft and although someone like Nelson would be interesting, I think RB or WR would be a far more pressing need. They also could decide to take someone like Dwayne Bowe or Robert Meachem.

17. Jacksonville Jaguars Selects Reggie Nelson, Florida

Why?: Deon Grant is gone and Safety is a very pressing need for the Jags. They need a starter in which Nelson should be able to give them for many years to come. They have taken RBs and WR’s in the past few drafts using their higher picks, I think this year it will be time to address the defense.

18. Cincinnati Bengals Selects Leon Hall, Michigan

Why?: A lot of draft boards have Leon Hall closer to the top 10 mark, however I feel he slips due to other defensive players going first. It is hard to judge if someone is going to be a great cover in the NFL, so most teams are a bit sceptical to spend a first round pick here. I think Hall is a good choice for the Bengals who are in deep need for a quality CB, and Hall appears to have the most talent out of the group.

19. Tennesse Titans Selects Robert Meachem, Tennesse

Why?: Tennesse just spent their 1st rounder last year on Vince Young so they now need someone to catch the ball he throws. Meachem is one of the best quality WRs in the draft and will make the Titans a better team. A home boy like Meachem is just what they need.

20. N.Y Giants Selects Paul Poslusnzy, Penn State

Why?: The Giants have a glaring need for a LB, especially given LaVar Arrington was a bust last season. This will solidy their LB position for many years to come.

Next time, Ill talk about the remaining draft picks and my final 2007 nfl draft predictions at the end of round one(21-32)! In two weeks, we’ll see if they come true!

Until next time,

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With the NFL draft just a very quick 1 week and 5 days away I wanted to post my 2007 nfl draft predictions for this year.

Next time Ill talk about who I think will go 11-20 and then 21-32.

Here we go!

1. Oakland Raiders Select Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech

Why?: There are many reasons why I feel this would happen, mostly because apparently the Raiders are HUGE on this guy (and why wouldn’t they be)? Johnson is the best WR prospect that has come out in the last decade. He has all the tools and will no doubt be a huge star in the NFL. The Raiders had Johnson ranked a 10 BEFORE they met with him. From what I hear, he only made an even better impression. Look for the Raiders to snag Drew Stanton with their no 33 pick overall (2nd rounder).

2. Detroit Lions Select Joe Thomas, Wisconsin

Why?: Detroit’s main problem last year wasn’t their QB. In fact, Jon Kitna even played pretty decent for the Lions given what he had to work with. The issue in Detroit is they cannot protect the Quarterback. There’s a chance they could take a QB or Defensive phenom like Gaines Adams here, especially after signing some offensive linemen in the offseason but I think Thomas is just too good to pass up.

3. Cleveland Browns Select Brady Quinn, ND

Why?: YIKES! You all must be shocked! The Browns will take Quinn over RUSSELL? Have you lost your mind?? No, not really. The reason why I think the Browns would take Quinn over Russell is because Romeo Crennel and Charlie Weis are close. Quinn played for Weis in ND and was his guy. Now he could be Crennel’s guy. Brady Quinn also played in a “NFL style” offense in college, so you can argue he is more ready for the NFL than Russell is. In addition to all this, Brady Quinn has been a Browns fan all his life growning up and management wants them to take a home-school QB that the franchise can have for the next 10 years.

4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Select Gaines Adams, Clemson

Why?: At 6-5, and 260 he is big defensive end that would be the eventual replacement for Simeon Rice and the Tampa Bay defense needs an some of youth. Adams should be a star and would only help the Bucs.

5. Arizona Cardnials Select Jamaal Anderson, Arkansas

Why?: Arguably the second best DE in the draft, the Cards really have not much to work with on Defense. Now that their QB is settled with Leinhart and they have 2 of the better WR duo you could ask for, it’s time to address the defense. They may be tempted to take Levi Brown as their franchise LT, or trade back and still get him if they think that’s their guy.

6. Washington Trades no. 6 to Miami Dolphins for no. 9 pick and no 60 (from Patriots). Miami selects JaMarcus Russell, Louisiana State

Why?: Miami makes this trade if Russell is still on the board. This would get them the QB they DESPERATELY need and after trading for Trent Green (Which seems to be well on its way) will give them a solid QB situation for many, many years. They would have to give up a 2nd rounder (from the Pats) in order to make this happen according to the point system. If Cleveland decides to take Russell instead of Quinn which is always possible, then Miami could jump up and grab Quinn.

7. Minnesota Vikings Select Adrian Peterson, Oklahoma

Why?: I realize this doesn’t make much sense given Chester Taylor is a great RB and was very effective with the Vikings last year. Still, you can never have too many good Running backs and having a two-back duo has been popular in recent years (look at the Saints). Peterson is an outstanding back and I can’t see him slipping past the top 10. Remember, the Saints still took Reggie Bush with the no. 2 overall pick when they had Deuce.

8. Atlanta Falcons Select LaRon Landry, Louisiana State

Why?: Landry is a very quality safety and something the Falcons need. They could elect to take a DE here (like Okeye) as well but I think safety is far more of a pressing need, especially given the talent of Landry. He should be a day 1 starter, is easily the best safety in the draft and should make an immediate impact with the club.

9. Washington Redskins (from Miami) Selects Amobi Okoye, Louisville

Why?: This kid is only 19 years old which still blows my mind. He is a great talent, and so raw that he can really turn out to be something special in this league. I don’t figure he’ll last past the top 10 and the Redskins should pounce all over him.

10. Houston Texans Select Levi Brown, Penn State

Why?: They just traded for Matt Schaub but there is no one to protect the Quarterback. If no one could protect David Carr, what makes you think they can protect Schaub any better? They need a franchise LT which Brown could give them.

So these are my 2007 nfl draft predictions, and some are far different than the “experts” I admit! Still, in my opinion I think this has just as good of a chance to happen as anything! It’s completely up in the air and thats why I LOVE draft day and the NFL. Truly, absolutely anything can happen in this game we know and love.

About the Author

I created my blog because I am absolutely fascinated with Pro Sports. I am a daily pro sports fan and I follow each of the pro sports extensively. I’m also a huge Toronto Blue Jays and Miami Dolphins fan! You’ll expect to find nhl trade rumor information, 2007 nfl draft predictions, mlb baseball trade news, and nba trade rumor reports at Pro Sport News

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Bonus… Who do you think will be the Rookie of the year this upcoming year.

1. Adrian Peterson
2. Joe Thomas
3. Aaron Ross

A.P.- you should know why. he was the best RB from last year.

Joe Thomas- look how much the cleveland browns OL improved.

Aaron Ross- made big plays and was one of the key defensive players in the SB