2010 NFL Mock Draft
2010 NFL Mock Draft Updated: March 16th, 2010
1. St. Louis Rams
Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma
The #1 Pick in this 2010 NFL Mock Draft is a quarterback... shocking. The Rams need a quarterback, Sam Bradford being the most accurate one available. Very hard to pass on Suh here, but if the Rams want to even have a prayer at the playoffs, a QB will be in their plans.
Other options: DL
2. Detroit Lions
Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska
Suh should command an instant double-team, which will help free up some players on the Lions roster to make some plays. The offense will continue to develop under Matt Stafford, but the defense needs some immediate help. The Lions are making their love for Russell Okung known, but that might just be a marketing ploy to keep Suh's price down.
Other options: OL
3. Tampa Bay Bucs
Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma
McCoy is just one small step behind Suh. Penetrates very well, which will wreak havoc in the Tampa Bay defensive system. Smart player that works very hard.
Other options: QB, OL, S
4. Washington Redskins
Russel Okung, OT, Oklahoma State
Okung is a very polished blocker with no overt weaknesses. Should allow Jason Campbell some time to prove himself, as long as Shanahan still thinks that Campbell can be his guy.
Other options: DL, QB
5. Kansas City Chiefs
Eric Berry, S, Tennesse
Berry is a great playmaking safety in the form of Ed Reed - a name that is not dropped lightly. Berry's ball-skills are second to none in CFB. Berry is a once every generation talent that some scouts are convinced will get moved to Cornerback in the NFL.
Other options: LB, OL, WR
6. Seattle Seahawks
Jimmy Clausen, QB, Notre Dame
Pete Carroll and Jimmy were made for each other. Maybe they'll make the BCS Champi.... I mean Superbowl together. If Seattle doesn't take Clausen here, we could see him slip to the late 1st Round if Buffalo passes.
Other options: OL, WR, DE
7. Cleveland Browns
Jason Pierre-Paul, DE/OLB, South Florida
Very raw, explosive pass-rusher, with shades of a guy named Demarcus Ware. JPP can play the 3-4 elephant while also being big enough to stand tall against the run at the 4-3 DE position. Almost a must to pick DE/OLB with the trade of Wimbley. The Browns will wait to pick up a QB.
Other options: CB, LB, QB
8. Oakland Raiders
Rolando McLain, LB, Alabama
McLain comes from a good Saban pedigree, and has the ability to play in both the 3-4 an the 4-3. Most 2010 NFL Mock Drafts discount him because of his position, but McLain is a special player.
Other options: QB, OL, CB
9. Buffalo Bills
Bryan Bulaga, OT, Iowa
The Bills have obvious needs all over, but o-line depth is at the top of the list. The Kirk Ferentz pedigree has been hit or miss in the NFL, but Bulaga has pass and run block skills that will help the Bills immediately-as their offensive line has been not so great.Defensive playmakers are also going to be a high-priority.
Other options: OL, QB
10. Jacksonville Jaguars
Joe Haden, CB, Florida
Darrelle Revis and Charles Woodson have shown this year that a shutdown corner can propel a defense to great heights, and Haden is that sort of player. The Jags have shown that CB depth can be a problem. Haden will be a starter on day one, helping against the run as well as the pass.
Other options: WR
11. Denver Broncos (CHI)
Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma St.
The Broncos team needs some targets other than Eddie Royal to make the jump to the next level. Bryant is an incredibly talented, if a bit immature, receiver. The Broncos desperately need some defensive help as well, although they have addressed some concerns in free-agency.
Other options: LB, DE, DB
12. Miami Dolphins
Terrence Cody, NT, Alabama
Cody is an instant game-changer for the defensive line. Has some obvious conditioning issues, but will keep the Dolphins linebackers clean to make plays. Planet Theory at its best.
Other options: S, WR, OL
13. San Francisco
CJ Spiller, RB, Clemson
Spiller brings it all to the table - returning, running, and especially catching the ball out of the backfield. A dynamic threat is exactly what the Niners need on offense.
Other Options: CB, QB, OL
14. Seattle Seahawks (DEN)
Trent Williams, OL, Oklahoma
Williams allows the Packers some versatility across their offensive line, although we don't think he is a top 10 pick like some Mock Drafts have him - the tape just doesn't showcase the abilities he has shown this off-season.
Other options: RB, WR, TE
15. New York Giants
Derrick Morgan, DE, Georgia Tech
Morgan is a big guy (6-4/270), but he has the skills that could make him a great rush DE. Will never be great dropping into coverage, but as a 3-4 Elephant or 4-3 DE, he could really excel. After McCoy/Suh, Morgan is the best DL available.
Other options: LB
16. Tennessee Titans
Carlos Dunlap, DE/OLB, Florida
With the departure of Kyle V and Albert Haynesworth over the last two years, the Titans need some playmakers on the defensive line. Dunlap has all the skills to develop into that guy.
Other options: OL, CB
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