With a good amount of Pro Days done, there has been some moving and shaking amongst the prospects. The Combine is still fresh in scouts’ minds. With so much activity already in free agency, many top needs have been filled. With that, here is my latest 2 round projection (without trades):

1. Oakland-JaMarcus Russell, QB LSU
-Russell is bigger, has a stronger arm, and has better measurable than Brady Quinn, which is all Al Davis wants. He had a phenomenal Pro Day, and answered questions about footwork. Plus, he could go down as the best QB Sneaker of all time.

2. Detroit- Joe Thomas, OT Wisconsin
-From his combine performance, this could be the safest pick in the draft. However, with his pre-draft hype, it’s reminding me an awful lot of Robert Gallery. Let’s hope for the Matt Millen’s sake he turns out to be the franchise tackle everyone thinks he’ll be. This is going to depend on whether or not Detroit trades down, which is very likely. They also could take Quinn, but it doesn’t matter who is throwing passes if they don’t have any time to throw.

 3. Cleveland- Brady Quinn, QB Notre Dame
-While I still think this pick needs to be Adrian Peterson, Quinn’s Pro Day locked up his spot at 3. With a much improved OL, Quinn should have enough time to spread the ball around to two dangerous weapons in Braylon Edwards and Kellen Winslow, Jr.

4. Tampa Bay- Calvin Johnson, WR Georgia Tech
-Freak of nature, plain and simple. 6’5 239 lbs and ran a 4.35 which an 11-7 inch Broad Jump. That is nasty. Tampa Bay becomes the luckiest team in the history of the draft. Questions surround whether or not a team trades up and takes Johnson (and Peterson), but unless someone is willing to give up their whole draft and players Tampa should NOT budge. Johnson is a truly unique prospect, and the Bucs need to be worried about a team trading up to snag him.

5. Arizona- Gaines Adams, DE Clemson
-Explosive athlete that can change games with his speed and quickness. Arizona had no threat off the edge last year and Adams is a great talent.

6. Washington- Jamaal Anderson, DE Arkansas
-Again, no pass rushing threat last year. This will help out the secondary as well. Was dominant at times this season. Gets great penetration and can is a solid anchor against the run.

7. Minnesota- LaRon Landry, S LSU
-Had possibly the most impressive workout in the combine, showing speed that I did not think he possessed. I was not a believer in Landry but I now think he can play in this league. Minnesota needs help at safety because Sharper isn’t getting younger and Dwight Smith isn’t close to elite.

8. Atlanta (from Houston) - Alan Branch, DT Michigan
-Could go Reggie Nelson (who I am enamored with), but they solidify their DT position for the next decade with the mammoth Branch. The Falcons’ DTs are getting older and slower and are not as productive anymore.

9. Miami- Reggie Nelson, S Florida
-Could go top 5. Explosive and attacks the ball. Miami’s D is just old and boring. Will team with Jason Allen and Channing Crowder to form a solid young nucleus of talent. His 4.35 at Florida’s Pro Day brings his stock back up.

10. Houston (from ATL) – Adrian Peterson, RB Oklahoma
-They swapped first round picks in a awful, terrible, stupid deal (I wasn’t a fan), but still get the player they wanted in Peterson. He’s in my opinion the top ballcarrier to come out in the last couple drafts. Power, speed, vision and toughness are just a few of his outstanding qualities.

11. San Francisco- Ted Ginn Jr., WR Ohio State
-I do not like Ginn as a receiver in the NFL. He is dangerous as a returner but still has to improve as a receiver. San Fran does need a playmaker so it makes sense and his speed his top notch.

12. Buffalo- Patrick Willis, LB Ole Miss
-ALERT! PATRICK WILLIS IS THE BEST PLAYER IN THIS DRAFT. ALL GM’S IN THE NFL TAKE THIS PLAYER!!!!!! With London Fletcher-Baker (that’s going to get old typing that every time) jetting to Washington in Free Agency and Takeo Spikes traded, the Bills have to address their huge void at LB. Willis is a sick athlete and surprisingly an even better football player.

13. St. Louis-Leon Hall, CB Michigan
-Terrible pass defense, plain and simple. Hall is a standout talent with excellent size/speed combo that is great for a Cover 2.

14. Carolina- Amobi Okoye, DT NC State
-Okoye is an extremely talented player, and is still raw. Once he develops he’s going to be an animal. Carolina’s DT’s are always hurt, and Okoye would bring in some great energy.

15. Pittsburgh- Jarvis Moss, DE/OLB Florida
-With Porter leaving, Pittsburgh needs help at OLB, and moss can step in as a DeMarcus Ware-type player. Brings athleticism and speed on the outside.

16. Green Bay- Marshawn Lynch, RB Cal
-What was once a staple in mock drafts, this pick has been under some scrutiny of late. I don’t know why. The Packers need youth at RB, and Lynch is special. The total package with size, speed and hands.

17. Jacksonville- Adam Carriker, DE Nebraska
-Surprise slide here, and the Jaguars love it. Their DE position is in need of some serious help. Carriker gives them great size and athleticism and teams with the twin towers in the middle to form a massive DL.

18. Cincinnati- Greg Olsen, TE Miami
-I really do think this is finally the year that Cincy will take the final piece of their offensive puzzle. Olsen’s receiver ability is awesome and he will give Carson Palmer that threat in the middle of the field he needs.

19. Tennessee- Dwayne Jarrett, WR USC
-The Titans have to pick a receiver, and this will depend on Jarrett’s performance at USC’s Pro Day. If he runs sub 4.6 I think he’ll be the pick. I don’t think he compares to Mike Williams at all expect that they both played WR at USC and they’re above 6’4. Tennessee might surprise some people and go with Chris Houston as an insurance policy to Pacman.

20. New York Giants- Chris Houston, CB Arkansas
-New York’s pass Defense was pathetic. Houston has absolutely ridiculous physical attributes, with blinding speed and amazing strength. Instant starter.

21. Denver- Justin Harrell, DT Tennessee
-The Broncos’ DT situation is disastrous and Harrell is flying up draft boards. He’s got great toughness and talent and should be a fixture at DT.

22. Dallas Cowboys- Dwayne Bowe, WR LSU
-Surprise pick here. While Dallas kept Terry Glenn, he can’t go forever. Also, Terrell Owens isn’t getting younger and has had multiple surgeries on that hand. Oh yeah, he’s had some character problems, too. Bowe should not last this long, but if he does he’s got all the attributes to be a number 1 wideout.

23. Kansas City- Joe Staley, OT Central Michigan
-Yes, everyone thinks they need a receiver, which they do. But somehow they always seem to get by, don’t they? Their OL is in desperate need of an offensive tackle, and Staley is a perfect fit for their system which puts an emphasis on athletic tackles.

24. New England- Paul Posluszny, LB Penn State
-Prototype Belicheck player, with toughness, instincts, and intelligence. Really boosted his status with solid 40 times at his pro day.

25. New York Jets- Darrelle Revis, CB Pitt
-The Jets corner’s are just not good. They lack physicality and recognition skills. Revis is a great corner with excellent physical attributes to match great instincts and toughness.

26. Philadelphia- Robert Meacham, WR Tennessee
-Picking up Spikes was huge, so they can afford to ignore LB this round, especially if a gift like Meacham falls to them. He’s big, fast, and tough. Most importantly, he’s great after the catch, which is a point of emphasis in the West Coast offense.

27. New Orleans- Marcus McCauley, CB Fresno State
-Big, physical, and fast. Has all the tools to eliminate one side of the field. Could take over immediately in a shaky secondary.

28. New England- Buster Davis, LB FSU
-They need youth at LB. Bad. Davis is small, but NE has embraced slight players and turn them into stars. He has outstanding instincts and athletic ability.  Davis may be a reach here, but no one will question the Pats if they choose Davis.

29. Baltimore Ravens- Levi Brown, OT Penn State
-He somehow falls all the way to the Ravens and they are very grateful. Brown is a mauler who could step in immediately if needed.

30. San Diego- Sidney Rice, WR South Carolina
-San Diego lacks a deep threat. Actually, they just lack a receiving threat. Rice has the big play ability, size, and speed to become a franchise receiver.

31. Chicago- Lawrence Timmons, LB FSU
-With Lance Briggs’ situation up in the air, they take his heir in the speedy Timmons. He’s got great agility and speed to match up with receivers and drop back into zone. Great WLB.

32. Indianapolis- Tank Tyler, DT NC State
-While his stock is falling, I think Tyler is still a great talent and can immediately help the Colts porous run defense.

Round 2