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February-2nd-2005, 01:58 PM
Mock Draft Last updated 2/2/2005
http://warroom.sportingnews.com/nfl/draft/2005/mockdraft/1.html
MOCK DRAFT: ROUND 1
1 (1) 49ers Aaron Rodgers* QB Cal.
49ers officials will try to trade down. If stuck with the No. 1 pick, then Rodgers is the right quarterback in which to rebuild a franchise. He has improved remarkably the last two years and will be ready to play in '05.
2 (2) Dolphins Cedric Benson RB Texas
The Dolphins need a productive running back. Benson is a big, physical back who runs with power and speed, and he never stops hustling.
3 (3) Browns Derrick Johnson OLB Texas
If the QB class was stronger, Cleveland's new front office might start there, and it still might if the 49ers either trade down or pass on Rodgers. But if they start with defense, Johnson will be a cornerstone around whom to build.
4 (4) Bears Braylon Edwards WR Michigan
The Bears are desperate for a go-to receiver. Edwards is a big playmaker with tremendous skills, size and speed.
5 (5) Buccaneers Alex Barron T Florida St.
Barron has the size, strength and athleticism to dominate the line of scrimmage.
6 (6) Titans Erasmus James DE Wis.
James is powerful and athletic and never gives up on a play. He excels both as a pass rusher and run stuffer.
7 (7) Raiders Ronnie Brown RB Auburn
The Raiders had the worst rushing offense in the NFL last season (80.9 yards per game) and need a big upgrade. Brown, a two-dimensional back, can run with power and speed and is a big-time threat as a receiver.
8 (8) Cardinals Alex Smith* QB Utah
Smith made the right decision in coming out after his stellar junior season. He is the right quarterback to guide Arizona's young and potentially dangerous offense.
9 (9) Redskins Heath Miller* TE Va.
Last year Washington had the opportunity to select Kellen Winslow Jr., but passed on him. The team won't let Miller slide -- in addition to his good size, quickness and terrific hands, he also excels as a blocker.
10 (10) Lions Kevin Burnett OLB Tennessee
Burnett has great speed and athleticism. He never stops hustling, shows great tackling skills and has a knack for making big plays.
11 (11) Cowboys Antrel Rolle CB Miami (FL)
Rolle is the shutdown cornerback Dallas desperately needs. He has the size, speed and skills to be a game-altering presence.
12 (12) Chargers Carlos Rogers CB Auburn
(from NY Giants) Rogers is a big, strong and fearless defender with all the tools to be a top NFL corner.
13 (13) Texans David Pollack DE Georgia
The Texans are one season away from being winners. Pollack is a big, physical and experienced end. His size, speed, and relentless pursuit would make him a big-time NFL performer for them.
14 (14) Panthers Elton Brown G Va.
Brown is a dominant force who would open big holes for Stephen Davis and DeShaun Foster.
15 (15) Chiefs Adam Jones* CB W.Va.
Kansas City has many defensive needs and picking up Jones would be a smart first step. The early-entry junior has outstanding speed, is tough, and excels at tackling. He would immediately upgrade the Chiefs' secondary.
16 (16) Saints Travis Johnson DT Florida St.
Johnson is a quick, strong, hard hitter who can stop the run and excels at getting penetration.
17 (17) Bengals Thomas Davis* S Georgia
Davis, an outstanding athlete who covers plenty of ground, would be the big, tough, physical presence the Bengals need.
18 (18) Vikings Channing Crowder* ILB Florida
The Vikings have multiple needs on defense. Crowder is a big, aggressive powerful hitter who has the speed and athleticism to cover the field.
19 (19) Rams Marlin Jackson CB Michigan
The Rams may have greater needs, but if Jackson is available here, they would grab him. A tough, physical shutdown corner, he can have an immediate NFL impact.
20 (20) Cowboys Jammal Brown T Oklahoma
(from Buffalo) Brown is giant and athletic with outstanding blocking skills. He would be the perfect addition to the Cowboys.
21 (21) Jaguars Mike Williams* WR USC
Williams would be a steal at this point in the draft. Williams has size and outstanding playmaking ability. With his incredible hands, he and QB Byron Leftwich could be a deadly combination for the next decade.
22 (22) Ravens Troy Williamson* WR S. Carolina
Williamson has blazing speed, and would be a big target for QB Kyle Boller and a great complement to Todd Heap and Jamal Lewis.
23 (23) Seahawks Dan Cody DE Oklahoma
Cody, a tough, physical, speedy end, makes big plays, leads and knows what it takes to win.
24 (24) Packers Shawne Merriman* OLB Maryland
Merriman, big and strong with outstanding skills, has played mostly outside linebacker, but he will be a powerful and aggressive rusher from end.
25 (25) Broncos Carnell Williams RB Auburn
If Williams lasts this far, he would be a nice pickup for Denver, which is looking to trade Reuben Droughns. Williams has great speed, size and lower-body strength. He fights for every yard.
26 (26) Jets Brodney Pool* S Oklahoma
The Jets have multiple needs on defense. Pool is a big, fast playmaker who can make a difference and be an immediate upgrade.
27 (27) Falcons Marcus Johnson T Ole Miss
Although he only has limited experience at tackle, Johnson has great skills and Atlanta line coach Alex Gibbs will work wonders with him. He has the size and wingspan to well-protect Michael Vick.
28 (28) Chargers Adam Terry T Syracuse
The Chargers' line could use an infusion of youth. Terry has the wingspan to push pass rushers wide of the pocket and the blocking skills to open holes for RB LaDainian Tomlinson.
29 (29) Colts Shaun Cody DT USC
Cody creates matchup problems on the line with his quickness and size. He can become a leader and a big-time playmaker for Indy's defense.
30 (30) Steelers Brandon Browner* CB Oregon St.
The Steelers likely will look to upgrade on defense first. Browner, a big, fast, physical corner, can take on big receivers.
31 (31) Eagles Anttaj Hawthorne DT Wis.
Hawthorne has the strength and size to be both a run stopper and an unblockable pass-rush force.
32 (32) Patriots Justin Miller* CB Clemson
The Pats have been hurting in the secondary all season. Miller fits their mold -- he is speedy, tough, athletic and versatile.
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http://warroom.sportingnews.com/nfl/draft/2005/mockdraft/1.html
MOCK DRAFT: ROUND 1
1 (1) 49ers Aaron Rodgers* QB Cal.
49ers officials will try to trade down. If stuck with the No. 1 pick, then Rodgers is the right quarterback in which to rebuild a franchise. He has improved remarkably the last two years and will be ready to play in '05.
2 (2) Dolphins Cedric Benson RB Texas
The Dolphins need a productive running back. Benson is a big, physical back who runs with power and speed, and he never stops hustling.
3 (3) Browns Derrick Johnson OLB Texas
If the QB class was stronger, Cleveland's new front office might start there, and it still might if the 49ers either trade down or pass on Rodgers. But if they start with defense, Johnson will be a cornerstone around whom to build.
4 (4) Bears Braylon Edwards WR Michigan
The Bears are desperate for a go-to receiver. Edwards is a big playmaker with tremendous skills, size and speed.
5 (5) Buccaneers Alex Barron T Florida St.
Barron has the size, strength and athleticism to dominate the line of scrimmage.
6 (6) Titans Erasmus James DE Wis.
James is powerful and athletic and never gives up on a play. He excels both as a pass rusher and run stuffer.
7 (7) Raiders Ronnie Brown RB Auburn
The Raiders had the worst rushing offense in the NFL last season (80.9 yards per game) and need a big upgrade. Brown, a two-dimensional back, can run with power and speed and is a big-time threat as a receiver.
8 (8) Cardinals Alex Smith* QB Utah
Smith made the right decision in coming out after his stellar junior season. He is the right quarterback to guide Arizona's young and potentially dangerous offense.
9 (9) Redskins Heath Miller* TE Va.
Last year Washington had the opportunity to select Kellen Winslow Jr., but passed on him. The team won't let Miller slide -- in addition to his good size, quickness and terrific hands, he also excels as a blocker.
10 (10) Lions Kevin Burnett OLB Tennessee
Burnett has great speed and athleticism. He never stops hustling, shows great tackling skills and has a knack for making big plays.
11 (11) Cowboys Antrel Rolle CB Miami (FL)
Rolle is the shutdown cornerback Dallas desperately needs. He has the size, speed and skills to be a game-altering presence.
12 (12) Chargers Carlos Rogers CB Auburn
(from NY Giants) Rogers is a big, strong and fearless defender with all the tools to be a top NFL corner.
13 (13) Texans David Pollack DE Georgia
The Texans are one season away from being winners. Pollack is a big, physical and experienced end. His size, speed, and relentless pursuit would make him a big-time NFL performer for them.
14 (14) Panthers Elton Brown G Va.
Brown is a dominant force who would open big holes for Stephen Davis and DeShaun Foster.
15 (15) Chiefs Adam Jones* CB W.Va.
Kansas City has many defensive needs and picking up Jones would be a smart first step. The early-entry junior has outstanding speed, is tough, and excels at tackling. He would immediately upgrade the Chiefs' secondary.
16 (16) Saints Travis Johnson DT Florida St.
Johnson is a quick, strong, hard hitter who can stop the run and excels at getting penetration.
17 (17) Bengals Thomas Davis* S Georgia
Davis, an outstanding athlete who covers plenty of ground, would be the big, tough, physical presence the Bengals need.
18 (18) Vikings Channing Crowder* ILB Florida
The Vikings have multiple needs on defense. Crowder is a big, aggressive powerful hitter who has the speed and athleticism to cover the field.
19 (19) Rams Marlin Jackson CB Michigan
The Rams may have greater needs, but if Jackson is available here, they would grab him. A tough, physical shutdown corner, he can have an immediate NFL impact.
20 (20) Cowboys Jammal Brown T Oklahoma
(from Buffalo) Brown is giant and athletic with outstanding blocking skills. He would be the perfect addition to the Cowboys.
21 (21) Jaguars Mike Williams* WR USC
Williams would be a steal at this point in the draft. Williams has size and outstanding playmaking ability. With his incredible hands, he and QB Byron Leftwich could be a deadly combination for the next decade.
22 (22) Ravens Troy Williamson* WR S. Carolina
Williamson has blazing speed, and would be a big target for QB Kyle Boller and a great complement to Todd Heap and Jamal Lewis.
23 (23) Seahawks Dan Cody DE Oklahoma
Cody, a tough, physical, speedy end, makes big plays, leads and knows what it takes to win.
24 (24) Packers Shawne Merriman* OLB Maryland
Merriman, big and strong with outstanding skills, has played mostly outside linebacker, but he will be a powerful and aggressive rusher from end.
25 (25) Broncos Carnell Williams RB Auburn
If Williams lasts this far, he would be a nice pickup for Denver, which is looking to trade Reuben Droughns. Williams has great speed, size and lower-body strength. He fights for every yard.
26 (26) Jets Brodney Pool* S Oklahoma
The Jets have multiple needs on defense. Pool is a big, fast playmaker who can make a difference and be an immediate upgrade.
27 (27) Falcons Marcus Johnson T Ole Miss
Although he only has limited experience at tackle, Johnson has great skills and Atlanta line coach Alex Gibbs will work wonders with him. He has the size and wingspan to well-protect Michael Vick.
28 (28) Chargers Adam Terry T Syracuse
The Chargers' line could use an infusion of youth. Terry has the wingspan to push pass rushers wide of the pocket and the blocking skills to open holes for RB LaDainian Tomlinson.
29 (29) Colts Shaun Cody DT USC
Cody creates matchup problems on the line with his quickness and size. He can become a leader and a big-time playmaker for Indy's defense.
30 (30) Steelers Brandon Browner* CB Oregon St.
The Steelers likely will look to upgrade on defense first. Browner, a big, fast, physical corner, can take on big receivers.
31 (31) Eagles Anttaj Hawthorne DT Wis.
Hawthorne has the strength and size to be both a run stopper and an unblockable pass-rush force.
32 (32) Patriots Justin Miller* CB Clemson
The Pats have been hurting in the secondary all season. Miller fits their mold -- he is speedy, tough, athletic and versatile.
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