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LeRoy36
1st Round (9th Overall): Everette Brown DE/OLB FSU: I have been very afraid of picking Brown in my mocks, maybe I just don't like FSU Dline guys that wear No.99. But I would be the first to admit that its wrong to judge Brown on forces he can't control, I mean I did like Aaron Rodgers and he had a big knock on him for being a Tedford guy. Brown is alittle short for your "ideal" 34 OLB but has many pass rush moves in his bag of tricks. The biggest complant on Brown is that many times his sack come when he is unblocked but if you look at tape Brown gets a good amount when he is blocked and then sheds the block. Most of the time he spins out of being blocked or he jumps so fast that the OT has no shot at stopping him, ie looks like he is unblocked. And to his benefit Brown made big plays when he went unblocked, its not like he wiffed on sacks when he was unblocked (plus you cant blame him for offenses not paying attention to him). But Brown is seeming like the Packers pick more and more these days because he fits a huge need and is likely to be on the board at 9.

2nd Round (41st Overall): Jamon Meredith OT USC: Been a normal player in my mocks unless if I had the Packers going OT at 9. This is because early in the 2nd round I think there is value to be had at OT with the likes of Beatty, Loadholt and Meredith sitting there. Plus add to the fact that we are likely to see another run on OT this year it makes drafting one a pressing issue early if you have a need there. Also add to the fact that if you look at Ted's draft history the 2nd round tends to be where he addresses need the most so OT, DE, and NT are likely selection here.

3rd Rounda (73rd Overall): Alex Magee DE Purdue: Interesting spot for Green Bay to pick in that I dont see alot of value in positions Green Bay needs matching up with the board. Could be a good spot to trade down from. For me I project the greatest value at this point would be Oline guys (mostly inside guys a few OTs), secondary players, and tight ends. Maybe Coffman, Casey, or Ingram would grab Ted's attention. Or maybe Ted would dare to take two OTs back to back and grab a guy like Cadogan or Tupou. But at this point I go back to my last mock and go with Magee because he helps with the front seven and if anything Ted has put an imoprtance on the front seven sense he has been with Green Bay.

3rd Roundb (83rd Overall): Frantz Joseph ILB Florida Atlantic: Sleeper/Shock pick of the draft. Probably high for Joseph probably more of 4th or 5th rounder but most every year Ted has that small school pick that he makes to prove to the league that he is an elite GM. Collins in 05, Jennings in 06, Jones in 07 and probably I would say alittle of Nelson in 08. Well Joseph is this years and I wouldnt be surprised if Green Bay takes him at 73 either. Joseph is a violent backer, think Ray Lewis. Also he is a high character guy. Was with BC but went to Florida Atlantic to be with his ill mother. Although Barnett and Hawk seem to be locks in the middle they arent. More so Barnett with his ACL injury Joseph is picked to add depth and may challenge for a starting spot in a year of two, if not this year.

4th Round (109th Overall): James Davis RB Clemson: Still not sold on Wynn or Lumpkin as our 3rd back. Plus Green Bay has been looking at Davis and from what I have read they like him alot. Solid back that has a nose for the endzone and could be a nice fit as the 3rd runningback in Green Bay.

5th Round (145th Overall): Myron Pryor NT Kentucky: Green Bay finally grabs a NT. Isn't the "ideal" size, height wise but is nasty and strong. And in round 5 a good value for Green Bay who is probably looking to get some depth to help Pickett.

6th Rounda (182nd Overall): Lydon Murtha OT Nebraska: Those who have read my mocks beore know alittle about Murtha. Could be a top ten OT if he played up to his physical ability but the problem is.... he doesnt. Because of his numbers he may go alot higher than this but probably shouldn't. In the 6th round though he is too good of a talent for Ted to pass on. Plus I am sure Green Bay coaches think that they can get him to play.

6th Roundb (187th Overall): Zach Potter DE Nebraska: Probably unlikely we draft two players from the same school even more so in the same round but Potter should go around here or the 5th and could be good depth on our dline.

7th Round (218th Overall): Dudley Guice WR Northwestern State: Throwing a name out there. A 6'2" 210 lb wideout that runs a 4.4. Plus has great hands. Sounds like a Ted WR to me.

*Ok that it let me hear your comments and your thoughts on how I did. All comments are welcome.
OH Packer revisited
I would be miffed at the Joseph pick but like you said, its not all that outlandish. If we do go NT late, I like Pryor for the spot. at 6'0, 320# he's compact enough to play it.
dictator of logic
I really like the Magee and Pryor picks, both DL that I feel are underrated. Most of the rest are pretty solid picks as well. Davis could be a nice find in round 4. I think Meredith may be a tad overrated, but OT is a big need so I would be fine with that. The only pick I really don't like is Joseph, but I can live with a draft that only has 1 pick I don't really like. Solid effort.
Hands
Seems like a solid draft. We need playmakers and Brown is one and unless another player drops dramatically, good pick.
Hands
Forgot to add that if TT adds a WR in the later rounds, I like Quan Crosby from Texas. Return guy that will catch everything thrown at him.
dictator of logic
QUOTE (Hands @ Apr 1 2009, 08:47 AM) *
Forgot to add that if TT adds a WR in the later rounds, I like Quan Crosby from Texas. Return guy that will catch everything thrown at him.


I love Cosby. The problem is that he's pretty old for a prospect (26 I believe). If he were 22, I think he'd be a 2nd round pick.
ricky
I like this draft. One small caveat. The pick of the WR in the 7th. I think the Packers should target a smaller speed burner with the ability to make quick moves, get separation, and accelerate away from the DB. Patty originally suggest this idea, and the more I think about it, the more I like it. The Packers already have three tall receivers; I'd like to see that change of pace WR anywhere from round 5-7.
Favre-A-Holic
QUOTE (dictator of logic @ Apr 1 2009, 09:22 AM) *
I love Cosby. The problem is that he's pretty old for a prospect (26 I believe). If he were 22, I think he'd be a 2nd round pick.


I liked Cosby as a late round pick (due to his age) too, until he was measured at about 5'7
dictator of logic
QUOTE (Favre-A-Holic @ Apr 1 2009, 11:21 AM) *
I liked Cosby as a late round pick (due to his age) too, until he was measured at about 5'7


He was 5 ft 8 5/8 in. Still very short, but not 5'7". He plays strong and runs good routes, and I think he still has a chance to be a solid pro, though he clearly won't be a high pick at this point.
OneTwoSixFive
LeRoy36, I'd be surprised at an OLB at #9. We already have Kampman, Thompson, Pettway, Poppinga, Hunter and others who will try out at OLB. I would not be surprised at a pick here in this draft, but not this early. From pick 83 or later (depending on who we pick), we could get someone like David Veikune or Lawrence Sidbury or Phillip Hunt or Brandon Williams.

I'd go for Oher at #9, then Brace at #41, followed by Jean-Francois rather than Magee at #73.

I like Ricky Jean-Francois over Magee, because Magee lined up at the edge as a senior and looked out of place. Magee might be better as an inside man in the 4-3.

RJF slipped some in 2008, after battling a groin injury from week four onwards, but I am guessing he will make the better pro, as long as the Packers take the time to do an exhaustive character check (his college suspended him for a year, for an off-the-field-issue).

OT Oher, NT Brace, DE Jean-Francois, OLB Veikune, would be a good start to the draft in my opinion, though if you add $2 to my opinion you might just have enough for a cup of coffee !
Barticus
I like the love for Myron Pryor. I have had the privileged of watch Pryor play during his career at Kentucky. He has some questions marks (like staying healthy) but the guy makes a ton of plays. Myron is easy to find on the field, he's always around the ball.
LeRoy36
Thanks for all the comments guys. I just thought I would reply with a few of my thoughts.

The reason I took Brown at 9 is because at that point he would probably be the BPA to us. I agree that I would like an OT but I think Ted only goes there if one of the big three is there. Also I think BJ Raji is likely off the board. If he is there though he is probably the hands down favorite to get pick. But also I look at some history when taking Brown, for one thing when Ted has drafted in the first round with Green Bay he has taken two front seven guys out of three picks (Hawk and Harrell) so he puts importance on the unit. Also like I said before old school GMs like Ted have four key positions tha they like to take in the first if they are there: QB, LT, CB, pass rusher. In fact look at most 34 in recent years Cowboys took Ware early, Chargers took Merriman, Browns took Wimbely, Jets took Gholston. And seeing as Kampman is the only player getting constant pressure it seems like a great need than a guy that can protect against pressure.

To address your comments personally OneTwoSixFive how is taking a Sidbury, Hunt or Veikune any better than Pettway, Thompson, Poppinga or Hunter? Dont get me wrong I really like Thompson as an OLB and think he is a future starter there for us but outside of nose tackle OLB is the most important position in the 34. They are the pressure guys and a higher talent player I think is required. NT I think we can wait just because I think Pickett could be pretty good at the spot. Is he going to be a Pro Bowler/All Pro there? No but he can get the job done Im sure. I dont know Kampman is our only pass rusher on this team and we need more/better ones.

Im surprised people dislike the Joseph pick. He is like the best mid-late round sleper I think. A Greg Jennings at linebacker. Plus he can take on oline guys and beat them somethign Hawk and Barnett seem to have problems with. But to each their own.
BamaPackFan
Leroy-
Really like your choices, except #1 pick. I'd go with M. Jenkins. However, I may be overly concerned about the Pack's CB situation and too hopeful that Thompson, Poppinga, and/or Hunter will be viable 3-4 OLBs. BPF
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