With so many moving parts the past few weeks -- being moved from Denver to Miami, Santonio Holmes being shipped out of Pittsburgh and Seattle's Patrick Kerney retiring -- draft boards are being adjusted around the league. The shuffling presents some interesting scenarios for this week's draft.
There will be a player(s) who aren't on a lot of mocks who will slip into the first round -- I've heard Virginia cornerback and Alabama defensive tackle could very well be those guys. There are also some projected top-10/top-20 types who could, and likely will fall -- or maybe even . It happens every year. Last season, defensive end Everette Brown and linebacker Rey Maualuga were pegged as top-20 picks. Both fell into the second round.
So with that, here is my first and last mock draft of 2010:
1. St. Louis聽Rams
, QB, Oklahoma
No brainer; no matter what a lot of people say, folks in the league view his as a franchise-type player.
2. Detroit聽Lions
, DT, Nebraska
A man-handler who can play three spots and provide flexibility when it comes to defensive scheming.
3. Tampa Bay聽Buccaneers
, DT, Oklahoma
The Buccaneers would love to trade back, but there will not be takers. McCoy helps fortify a vulnerable middle. Safety could be a surprise here.
4. Washington聽Redskins
, OT, Oklahoma State
The run on Big 12 players continues as Mike Shanahan begins building the foundation of a line.
5. Kansas City聽Chiefs
, OT, Iowa
This could end up being Eric Berry, but Bulaga is more of a fit for right now. Kansas City needs fits.
6. Seattle聽Seahawks
, WR, Oklahoma State
'Hawks were in the sweepstakes. Bryant is the big, versatile wide receiver Pete Carroll likes. Offensive tackle will be plucked at No. 14.
7. Cleveland聽Browns
, S, Tennessee
No stunner here, but Bryant is also a possibility if he falls. Browns will get their quarterback (maybe ) by trading up into late first, early second round.
8. Oakland聽Raiders
, QB, Notre Dame
With no cap, Raiders can dump JaMarcus Russell's contract and build with a guy who definitely loves the game.
9. Buffalo聽Bills
, OT, Oklahoma
If Williams lasts this long, the Bills could not have hit a bigger home run. This is a total stud who can run and pass block.
10. Jacksonville聽Jaguars
, RB, Clemson
As badly as the Jags need defensive help (linebacker could be the guy) they also need some big-play firepower on offense.
11. Denver聽Broncos
, ILB, Alabama
McClain could solve a lot of problems on defense and would match the brain power of safety Brian Dawkins, which would be huge.
12. Miami聽Dolphins
, LB, Texas
No Peezy, maybe no Jason Taylor; Fins need an edge rusher who is also a good tackler in space.
13. San Francisco聽49ers
, CB, Florida
He plays faster than his combine 40 time. He hits. He covers. Haden is a perfect fit for what coach Mike Singletary wants.
14. Seattle聽Seahawks
, OT, Rutgers
There is some risk with Davis, but he is an extreme talent who can eventually fill in for future r Walter Jones, who is set to retire.
15. New York聽Giants
, DT, Tennessee
As badly as they need a middle linebacker, Williams is the fit to fortify the middle. South Florida defensive end might be an option too.
16. Tennessee聽Titans
, DE, Georgia Tech
Morgan is a high-motor player who can play both sides. He could also be flipped to outside linebacker to fill the void of free-agent Keith Bulluck. Here is a spot that the Browns -- with the 38th overall pick and another later-round choice -- could trade up to for Clausen, if they are able to get Berry and Clausen is still available.
17. San Francisco聽49ers
, G, Idaho
Singletary wants someone who can drive defenders off the ball and Iupati is that guy.
18. Pittsburgh聽Steelers
, WR, Georgia Tech
Thomas is a big-time player who can stretch the field and block in the running game. Clausen could be a sleeper here if he's still available.
19. Atlanta聽Falcons
, LB, Missouri
20. Houston聽Texans
, CB, Boise State
Wilson replaces Dunta Robinson. They are similar players. The Texans can get a good running back, such as Auburn's , in the second or third round.
21. Cincinnati聽Bengals
, S, Texas
Ed Reed and Troy Polamalu now have company as major playmakers in the division. This could give the Bengals a top-three secondary.
22. New England聽Patriots
, DT, Penn State
Odrick's high motor and strength are ideal for a defense in need of this type of talent.
23. Green Bay聽Packers
, OT, Southern California
The Pack has to beef up the O-line. Safety or cornerback could also be options.
24. Philadelphia聽Eagles
, S, Southern California
This big hitter and freakish athlete is needed to control the mid-field passing game; an intimidator who could bring edge to the D.
25. Baltimore聽Ravens
, TE, Oklahoma
There will be very capable cornerbacks in the first round. This just adds to the armada of offensive weapons Baltimore has stockpiled.
26. Arizona聽Cardinals
, LB, TCU
Hughes is a combo defensive end/outside linebacker who could work well in the multiple fronts the Cards use. Could help ease the losses of outside linebackers Bertrand Berry and Chike Okeafor.
27. Dallas聽Cowboys
, OT, Maryland
Campbell needs some refining, which can happen for a season on Dallas' roster. Eventually, he could be developed into a star.
28. San Diego聽Chargers
, RB, Fresno State
This comes down to the best player available and Mathews also fills a gaping need. 'Bama defensive tackle could fit here.
29. New York聽Jets
, DE/LB, Michigan
Graham looks like the next LaMarr Woodley. This tenacious edge defender is a perfect for Rex Ryan; no Vernon Gholston clone here.
30. Minnesota聽Vikings
, CB, Virginia
Surprise: Cook, at 6-foot-2, 212 pounds is a Cover-2 corner who can run and hit. Cornerback and safety are also possibilities.
31. Indianapolis聽Colts
, CB, Rutgers
McCourty is a fairly physical player who can work as a nickel back and fit well into the Colts' semi-Cover 2 scheme.
32. New Orleans聽Saints
, DE, South Florida
Should this raw talent fall this far, he is a must get. Defensive coordinator Gregg Williams could turn him into an elite rusher. TCU's is a possibility.
