2006 NFL Mock Draft
First off, we wake up Saturday morning to hear about a complex 4 team trade involving 5 first round picks and an early 2nd rounder.
Houston gives up their number one pick to San Francisco for Jets #4 and #35 picks.
New Orleans gives up #2 pick to New York Jets for San Frans #6 and #22 picks.
San Fran gives up #6 and #22 picks for Texas #1 pick.
Jets give up #4 and #35 for New Orlean's #2 pick.
1 - San Fran takes RB Reggie Bush
Sure it cost them two 1st round picks, but there other options were weak. A RB like Bush will have far more impact than a TE like Davis. SF now has their Aikman and Emmet...
2 - NY Jets take QB Matt Leinart
Jets have a late 1st round pick, so giving up their early second to grab Leinart doesn't sting as much - and they get a bona fide QB of the future. Patrick Ramsey is worthless and Pennington was always suspect - and is now injury plagued. This is a huge move for the new coaching staff and a great way to start the honeymoon with fickle NY fans. They also get the only sure thing QB in the draft.
3 - Tennessee takes QB Vince Young
Goodbye Steve McNair and Management sits idly by while the other teams make their moves. Fischer and Chow are hating life as their boy Leinart goes to NY and their job security is smoked. Management gets their man and will soon get a new coach. BTW, Young will be a bust as a QB, but make a decent WR for another team.
4 - Houston takes OT D'Brickashaw Ferguson
With QB Carr and RB Dominack Davis, having the number 1 spot did Houston no good. But getting another early second rounder and the fourth pick will allow Houston to address their real weakness - Offensive line. Ferguson is the first block to build around. By the time day one of the draft is over, new coach Gary Kubiak may have the best O-line in the AFC.
5 - Green Bay takes TE Vernon Davis
Passing on DE Super Mario was tough, but Favre needs a real weapon, and a 6-5 TE who runs a 4.38 - 40 is that. Buh-bye Bubba, there is a new sheriff in town.
6 - New Orleans takes LB AJ Hawk
Similiar situation to Houston. They have their QB in Brees and RB in Deuce. They also are happy with their in house options at OT, so Ferguson wasn't needed and even though they love Mario the Saints are stacked at DE. They needed a LB and #2 was just too early for Hawk. Now with the #22 pick as well, the Saints are set.
7 - Oakland takes DE Mario Williams
What a gift! This is the best defensive player on the board. They really wanted Young, but are pleased to have Mario. They even luck out since Young will be a bust.
8 - Buffalo takes OT Winston Justice
Buffalo's offensive line was little more than journeymen last year. They get an awesome talent who will anchor them for years at LT.
9 - Detroit Takes QB Cutler
They have to. Their other QB's are unrecognizable. Cutler will bring the leadership and gunslinging arm all those #1 WR's need.
10 - Arizona takes S Micheal Huff
Denny gets the best Safety on the board. He loves Sims, but Huff is just too darn good to pass up.
11 - St. Louis takes LB Chad Greenway
The Rams have always liked Greenway and the pick makes a lot of sense for them. They need a play making LB and Greenway fits the bill. The vikes groan in agony as they pray LB Sims drops down to them...
12 - Cleveland takes DT Broderick Bunkley
Perfect fit for Romeo's 3-4. This is an easy pick for the Browns.
13 - Baltimore takes DT Haloti Ngata
Brian Billick couldn't be happier. Since the Goose retired O-lines have been able to avoid double teaming the Ravens DT's and put a body on Ray Lewis. This has hurt Lewis' health and prevented him from running free towards the backs. Ngata will return Lewis to his former glory.
14 - Philadelphia takes WR Chad Jackson
Philly takes a hard look at LB Ernie Sims, but in the end this team needs weapons for McNabb. Westbrook and the scrubs at WR just aren't cutting it. Jackson gives McNabb a sure handed receiver and a real offensive option.
15 - Denver takes WR Santonio Holmes
Shanahan has a decent D but his WR are getting old. He will also address RB early in the second round. Broncos really wanted Jackson, but Holmes is a good fall back.
16 - Miami takes CB Jimmy Williams
Jimmy is a trouble maker... in Blacksburg, VA. There is NOTHING in Blacksburg, VA and it takes hours to get anywhere. How he will fare on Miami Beach - I'm guessing he'll be playing in Canada with Ricky Williams at some point in his career. That said, he is the most talented CB on the board.
17 - Minnesota takes LB Ernie Sims
Somehow, someway, the Dolphins and Eagles passed on the Vikes favored choice for LB. Sims is perfect for the cover 2 and puts Napoleon on the bench. His 5 concussions are a concern - as much for him as the backs he destroys with his collisions.
18 - Dallas takes S Donte Whitner
Now the Boys have two stud safeties in Roy Williams and Whitner.
19 - San Diego takes CB Tye Hill
The Charges hope that Hill, who has the least question marks but not the highest ceiling of the DB's - will be the safe pick who helps stabilize the shaky secondary.
20 - Kansas City takes CB Antonio Cromartie
Cromartie has the highest ceiling but is raw. The Chiefs get a great athlete and fill an immediate need on D.
21 - New England takes DE Kamerion Wimbley
The Pats take this tweener who will probably play LB in the NFL. Wimbley could be the Shawme Merriam of this year's draft and is a value pick at 21.
22 - New Orleans (from San Fran) takes CB Jonathan Joseph
The Saints addition of Joseph and Hawk makes for a fierce defense combined with their deep D-line. They have turned their #2 pick into two impact starting players.
23 - Tampa Bay takes OT Eric Winston
Gruden could have gone a few different ways, but is pretty set everywhere. He goes with need and takes Hurricane Winston to join Kenyatta Walker as a tackle and protect Sims and open holes for Cadillac.
24 - Cincinatti takes DE Manny Lawson
Marvin gets a great pass rusher to add to his D. Probably greater need in the secondary, but Lawson is simply too good to pass up.
25 - New York Giants take OLB Bobby Carpenter
With Carpenter and the addition of Arrington in Free Agency, the G-men will finally have a decent LB corps to back up a dangerous D-Line.
26 - Chicago Bears take CB Ashton Youboty
The Bears need another CB and Ashton is the best on the board and still 1st round talent. He should help a dominate Bears defense get even better. As for the anemic offense, there simply aren't any decent options to improve.
27 - Carolina takes FS James Allen
The Panthers are pleased to put Allen next to Donavin Darius and shore up the secondary. The talk of another RB is silly - DeShaun will carry the load.
28 - Jacksonville takes RB Deangelo Willams
The Jags days of relying on unreliable Freddie Taylor are over. Taylor can take on a role as a 3rd down, late game back while Williams provides a versatile tool for the Leftwhich lead offense.
29 - NY Jets take OT Marcus McNeil
With Leinart in tow, the Jets now need to protect him for future years. They probably won't win right away, but at least they reduce the bruising and swelling of their Namath of the future. McNeil will do the trick.
30 - Indy takes RB Laurence Maroney
The colts are happy Maroney is right where they need him. Maroney will do fine in Indy, but mainly because the defense will key on Manning.
31 - Seattle takes CB Kelly Jennings
The seahags would like to get a G here to replace Hutchinson, but will take their chances in the second round. CB is just more urgent.
32 - Pittsburgh takes WR Sinorice Moss
Rothlisumthin and Hines Ward need another option. The Steelers are deep at RB with Parker and Duce Staley despite Betis' retirement. Moss helps balance the offense for the world champs.
SECOND ROUND
1 - Houston takes C Nick Mangold
The reconstruction of the O-line continues. So far they have the best Tackle and now the best center in the draft.
2 - New Orleans takes OT Andrew Whitworth
The Saints got to upgrade the D with their first two picks, now they solidify their line and placate the Tiger faithful by taking LSU big body Whitworth.
3 - Houston (from Jets) takes G Max Jean-Gilles
The Texans transformation is complete. With 355 G Jean-Gilles, Houston now owns the best G, C and T in the draft. The O-line is a joke no more and David Carr will finally get to spend a season upright. Let's hope he's not too shell shocked.
4 - Green Bay takes LB Dameco Ryans
Ryans is the best LB left and the Pack needs D. Ryans didn't do well in the combine but was a stud at Alabama. He'll be good.
5 - Denver takes RB LenDale White
With White and WR Holmes in the fold, the Bronco's offense should flourish. White will recover and be a dominant back.
6 - Oakland takes DT Gabe Watson
Oakland gets a big guy to line up next to Super Mario. I pity the AFC O-lines that face this twice a year.
7 - Tennessee takes ILB D'Qwell Jackson
The Titans have had their eye on Jackson all along and get their man.
8 - Detroit takes S Darnell Bing
Fills one of a thousand needs in Detroit and is best player available.
9 - ARizona takes TE Leonard Pope
Denny gets a great bargain and fills a need. Now Warner has many weapons to choose from.
10 - Buffalo takes DT John McCargo
Bill need Offensive and Defensive Tackles. They are sore that the missed out on Watson, but McCargo fits the bills.
11 - Cleveland takes DE Mathias Kiwanuka
The Browns significantly upgrade their D-line with their first two picks.
12 - Baltimore takes WR Demetrius Williams
Billick needs weapons for his stinky offense. He got his big DT in the first, that should be enough to recharge his D.
13 - Philadelphia takes RB Joseph Addai
The Eagles get two legitimate offensive tools to help McNabb.
14 - St. Louis takes S Danial Bullucks
The Rams now have two quality starters on D - things are looking up.
15 - Atlanta takes ILB Abdul Hodge
The Falcons screw the Vikes again by getting the last quality ILB.
16 - Minnesota takes G Davin Joseph
This guy from Oklahoma has the footwork to play RT or be a great pulling guard. The O-line will thrive for years - especially if Marcus Johnson can emerge in either RG or RT position.
17 - Dallas takes G Tatsui Lutsui
They have to replace Larry Allen somehow.
18 - San Diego takes WR Maurice Stovall
Philip Rivers needs as much help as possible...
19 - Minnesota takes CB Cedric Griffin
Griffin gives the Vikes the nickel back they need. Not a bad first three picks - the OLine is solidified, they get a real player at LB, and they replace Brian Williams.
20 - New England takes S Ko Simpson
Defense continues to improve.
21 - Washington takes CB Richard Marshall
Redskins need a nickel back
22 - Kansas City takes DE Mark Anderson
The Chiefs get great value here.
23 - Cincinatti takes TE Mercedes Lewis
Lewis gambles and waits and still fills his only offensive need.
24 - New York Giants take DE Tamba Hall
Giants pleased to add depth with this value pick.
25 - Chicago takes TE Anthony Fasano
They really wanted Lewis or Pope, but will make the Irish faithful happy and upgrade at TE by taking Fasano. This is the only reasonable way for the Bears to improve their offense.
26 - Carolina takes OLB Rocky McIntosh
They fill yet another need on D.
27 - Tampa Bay takes WR Derek Hagan
More weapans for Simms and Gruden.
28 - Jacksonville takes S Greg Blue
29 - Denver takes TE Joe Klopfenstein
A new TE, WR and RB. Wow.
30 - Indy takes DE Daryl Tapp
31 - Seattle takes G Charles Spencer
Seahags get a great value replacement for Hutchinson
32 - Pittsburgh takes ILB Gerris Wilkinson
This is a value pick that bolsters the D.
Houston gives up their number one pick to San Francisco for Jets #4 and #35 picks.
New Orleans gives up #2 pick to New York Jets for San Frans #6 and #22 picks.
San Fran gives up #6 and #22 picks for Texas #1 pick.
Jets give up #4 and #35 for New Orlean's #2 pick.
1 - San Fran takes RB Reggie Bush
Sure it cost them two 1st round picks, but there other options were weak. A RB like Bush will have far more impact than a TE like Davis. SF now has their Aikman and Emmet...
2 - NY Jets take QB Matt Leinart
Jets have a late 1st round pick, so giving up their early second to grab Leinart doesn't sting as much - and they get a bona fide QB of the future. Patrick Ramsey is worthless and Pennington was always suspect - and is now injury plagued. This is a huge move for the new coaching staff and a great way to start the honeymoon with fickle NY fans. They also get the only sure thing QB in the draft.
3 - Tennessee takes QB Vince Young
Goodbye Steve McNair and Management sits idly by while the other teams make their moves. Fischer and Chow are hating life as their boy Leinart goes to NY and their job security is smoked. Management gets their man and will soon get a new coach. BTW, Young will be a bust as a QB, but make a decent WR for another team.
4 - Houston takes OT D'Brickashaw Ferguson
With QB Carr and RB Dominack Davis, having the number 1 spot did Houston no good. But getting another early second rounder and the fourth pick will allow Houston to address their real weakness - Offensive line. Ferguson is the first block to build around. By the time day one of the draft is over, new coach Gary Kubiak may have the best O-line in the AFC.
5 - Green Bay takes TE Vernon Davis
Passing on DE Super Mario was tough, but Favre needs a real weapon, and a 6-5 TE who runs a 4.38 - 40 is that. Buh-bye Bubba, there is a new sheriff in town.
6 - New Orleans takes LB AJ Hawk
Similiar situation to Houston. They have their QB in Brees and RB in Deuce. They also are happy with their in house options at OT, so Ferguson wasn't needed and even though they love Mario the Saints are stacked at DE. They needed a LB and #2 was just too early for Hawk. Now with the #22 pick as well, the Saints are set.
7 - Oakland takes DE Mario Williams
What a gift! This is the best defensive player on the board. They really wanted Young, but are pleased to have Mario. They even luck out since Young will be a bust.
8 - Buffalo takes OT Winston Justice
Buffalo's offensive line was little more than journeymen last year. They get an awesome talent who will anchor them for years at LT.
9 - Detroit Takes QB Cutler
They have to. Their other QB's are unrecognizable. Cutler will bring the leadership and gunslinging arm all those #1 WR's need.
10 - Arizona takes S Micheal Huff
Denny gets the best Safety on the board. He loves Sims, but Huff is just too darn good to pass up.
11 - St. Louis takes LB Chad Greenway
The Rams have always liked Greenway and the pick makes a lot of sense for them. They need a play making LB and Greenway fits the bill. The vikes groan in agony as they pray LB Sims drops down to them...
12 - Cleveland takes DT Broderick Bunkley
Perfect fit for Romeo's 3-4. This is an easy pick for the Browns.
13 - Baltimore takes DT Haloti Ngata
Brian Billick couldn't be happier. Since the Goose retired O-lines have been able to avoid double teaming the Ravens DT's and put a body on Ray Lewis. This has hurt Lewis' health and prevented him from running free towards the backs. Ngata will return Lewis to his former glory.
14 - Philadelphia takes WR Chad Jackson
Philly takes a hard look at LB Ernie Sims, but in the end this team needs weapons for McNabb. Westbrook and the scrubs at WR just aren't cutting it. Jackson gives McNabb a sure handed receiver and a real offensive option.
15 - Denver takes WR Santonio Holmes
Shanahan has a decent D but his WR are getting old. He will also address RB early in the second round. Broncos really wanted Jackson, but Holmes is a good fall back.
16 - Miami takes CB Jimmy Williams
Jimmy is a trouble maker... in Blacksburg, VA. There is NOTHING in Blacksburg, VA and it takes hours to get anywhere. How he will fare on Miami Beach - I'm guessing he'll be playing in Canada with Ricky Williams at some point in his career. That said, he is the most talented CB on the board.
17 - Minnesota takes LB Ernie Sims
Somehow, someway, the Dolphins and Eagles passed on the Vikes favored choice for LB. Sims is perfect for the cover 2 and puts Napoleon on the bench. His 5 concussions are a concern - as much for him as the backs he destroys with his collisions.
18 - Dallas takes S Donte Whitner
Now the Boys have two stud safeties in Roy Williams and Whitner.
19 - San Diego takes CB Tye Hill
The Charges hope that Hill, who has the least question marks but not the highest ceiling of the DB's - will be the safe pick who helps stabilize the shaky secondary.
20 - Kansas City takes CB Antonio Cromartie
Cromartie has the highest ceiling but is raw. The Chiefs get a great athlete and fill an immediate need on D.
21 - New England takes DE Kamerion Wimbley
The Pats take this tweener who will probably play LB in the NFL. Wimbley could be the Shawme Merriam of this year's draft and is a value pick at 21.
22 - New Orleans (from San Fran) takes CB Jonathan Joseph
The Saints addition of Joseph and Hawk makes for a fierce defense combined with their deep D-line. They have turned their #2 pick into two impact starting players.
23 - Tampa Bay takes OT Eric Winston
Gruden could have gone a few different ways, but is pretty set everywhere. He goes with need and takes Hurricane Winston to join Kenyatta Walker as a tackle and protect Sims and open holes for Cadillac.
24 - Cincinatti takes DE Manny Lawson
Marvin gets a great pass rusher to add to his D. Probably greater need in the secondary, but Lawson is simply too good to pass up.
25 - New York Giants take OLB Bobby Carpenter
With Carpenter and the addition of Arrington in Free Agency, the G-men will finally have a decent LB corps to back up a dangerous D-Line.
26 - Chicago Bears take CB Ashton Youboty
The Bears need another CB and Ashton is the best on the board and still 1st round talent. He should help a dominate Bears defense get even better. As for the anemic offense, there simply aren't any decent options to improve.
27 - Carolina takes FS James Allen
The Panthers are pleased to put Allen next to Donavin Darius and shore up the secondary. The talk of another RB is silly - DeShaun will carry the load.
28 - Jacksonville takes RB Deangelo Willams
The Jags days of relying on unreliable Freddie Taylor are over. Taylor can take on a role as a 3rd down, late game back while Williams provides a versatile tool for the Leftwhich lead offense.
29 - NY Jets take OT Marcus McNeil
With Leinart in tow, the Jets now need to protect him for future years. They probably won't win right away, but at least they reduce the bruising and swelling of their Namath of the future. McNeil will do the trick.
30 - Indy takes RB Laurence Maroney
The colts are happy Maroney is right where they need him. Maroney will do fine in Indy, but mainly because the defense will key on Manning.
31 - Seattle takes CB Kelly Jennings
The seahags would like to get a G here to replace Hutchinson, but will take their chances in the second round. CB is just more urgent.
32 - Pittsburgh takes WR Sinorice Moss
Rothlisumthin and Hines Ward need another option. The Steelers are deep at RB with Parker and Duce Staley despite Betis' retirement. Moss helps balance the offense for the world champs.
SECOND ROUND
1 - Houston takes C Nick Mangold
The reconstruction of the O-line continues. So far they have the best Tackle and now the best center in the draft.
2 - New Orleans takes OT Andrew Whitworth
The Saints got to upgrade the D with their first two picks, now they solidify their line and placate the Tiger faithful by taking LSU big body Whitworth.
3 - Houston (from Jets) takes G Max Jean-Gilles
The Texans transformation is complete. With 355 G Jean-Gilles, Houston now owns the best G, C and T in the draft. The O-line is a joke no more and David Carr will finally get to spend a season upright. Let's hope he's not too shell shocked.
4 - Green Bay takes LB Dameco Ryans
Ryans is the best LB left and the Pack needs D. Ryans didn't do well in the combine but was a stud at Alabama. He'll be good.
5 - Denver takes RB LenDale White
With White and WR Holmes in the fold, the Bronco's offense should flourish. White will recover and be a dominant back.
6 - Oakland takes DT Gabe Watson
Oakland gets a big guy to line up next to Super Mario. I pity the AFC O-lines that face this twice a year.
7 - Tennessee takes ILB D'Qwell Jackson
The Titans have had their eye on Jackson all along and get their man.
8 - Detroit takes S Darnell Bing
Fills one of a thousand needs in Detroit and is best player available.
9 - ARizona takes TE Leonard Pope
Denny gets a great bargain and fills a need. Now Warner has many weapons to choose from.
10 - Buffalo takes DT John McCargo
Bill need Offensive and Defensive Tackles. They are sore that the missed out on Watson, but McCargo fits the bills.
11 - Cleveland takes DE Mathias Kiwanuka
The Browns significantly upgrade their D-line with their first two picks.
12 - Baltimore takes WR Demetrius Williams
Billick needs weapons for his stinky offense. He got his big DT in the first, that should be enough to recharge his D.
13 - Philadelphia takes RB Joseph Addai
The Eagles get two legitimate offensive tools to help McNabb.
14 - St. Louis takes S Danial Bullucks
The Rams now have two quality starters on D - things are looking up.
15 - Atlanta takes ILB Abdul Hodge
The Falcons screw the Vikes again by getting the last quality ILB.
16 - Minnesota takes G Davin Joseph
This guy from Oklahoma has the footwork to play RT or be a great pulling guard. The O-line will thrive for years - especially if Marcus Johnson can emerge in either RG or RT position.
17 - Dallas takes G Tatsui Lutsui
They have to replace Larry Allen somehow.
18 - San Diego takes WR Maurice Stovall
Philip Rivers needs as much help as possible...
19 - Minnesota takes CB Cedric Griffin
Griffin gives the Vikes the nickel back they need. Not a bad first three picks - the OLine is solidified, they get a real player at LB, and they replace Brian Williams.
20 - New England takes S Ko Simpson
Defense continues to improve.
21 - Washington takes CB Richard Marshall
Redskins need a nickel back
22 - Kansas City takes DE Mark Anderson
The Chiefs get great value here.
23 - Cincinatti takes TE Mercedes Lewis
Lewis gambles and waits and still fills his only offensive need.
24 - New York Giants take DE Tamba Hall
Giants pleased to add depth with this value pick.
25 - Chicago takes TE Anthony Fasano
They really wanted Lewis or Pope, but will make the Irish faithful happy and upgrade at TE by taking Fasano. This is the only reasonable way for the Bears to improve their offense.
26 - Carolina takes OLB Rocky McIntosh
They fill yet another need on D.
27 - Tampa Bay takes WR Derek Hagan
More weapans for Simms and Gruden.
28 - Jacksonville takes S Greg Blue
29 - Denver takes TE Joe Klopfenstein
A new TE, WR and RB. Wow.
30 - Indy takes DE Daryl Tapp
31 - Seattle takes G Charles Spencer
Seahags get a great value replacement for Hutchinson
32 - Pittsburgh takes ILB Gerris Wilkinson
This is a value pick that bolsters the D.
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