My new Mock 2.0

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 2:50 PM CST

This will be the 2nd edition of my Mock Draft.

As of right now we would pick 5th. This is a scenerio where Suh, Berry, and Okung is gone by 5th....they would be my first choices.

With the Kansas City Chiefs 1st round selection, they choose.....

1st Rd Pick.

Rolando McClain ILB - Alabama 6'4 258lbs 4.6/40

McClain is the top inside LB in the draft along with Spikes. He is being compared to the top NFL inside LB to ever play the game.

2008 - 95 tackles 12 tfl 6 pass breakups 1int 2fr

2009 - Through 10 games - 77 tackles 10 tfl 3 sacks 2int

McClain would be an immediate game changer. He can stuff the run and makes all the tackles. He can also play in coverage and breakup the passing game. Most solid all around LB in the draft.

2nd Rd Pick.

Jerry Hughes OLB - TCU 6'3 257lbs

2008 - 52 tackles 19.5 tfl 15 sacks 2int

2009 - Through 10 games - 49 tackles 13 tfl 10.5 sacks 6 QB Hurries

Jerry Hughes provides the pass rush that we desperately need. He would be the Mike Vrabel apprentice. With Hughes on one side and Hali on the other it would change the way teams game plan against us. Two guys with big motors that strive to get to the QB.

2nd Rd Pick(b)

Nate Allen FS - South Florida 6'2 207lbs

2007 - 76 tackles 2tfl 4int 6 pass breakups 3fr 2TD

2008 - 53 tackles 2 tfl 1int 1 sack

2009 - Through 9 games - 60 tackles 1 tfl 3int 4 pass breakups 1TD

Nate Allen has been a pretty consistant threat in the secondary. He is a sure tackler and is very good at making plays on the ball. Very athletic, played QB in HS as well as basketball. Nate Allen steps in and starts right away at the FS position.

3rd Rd Pick

Matt Tennant C - Boston College 6'4 291lbs

Matt is one of the best Centers in the draft. He started 28 games straight up till the season started. He becomes Matt Cassel's new best friend.

4th Rd Pick

Rodney Hudson OG - Florida St. 6'2 285lbs

2008 first team All-ACC. Allowed just 1.5 sacks in 1400 snaps in his career. Played LG in college and Center in HS. Very good versitile guard who could play RG or LG. Also played one game at LT. Coaches believe he would be one of the best Centers in college if he played. Just recently suffered a knee injury....doesnt look serious. Could drop to us in the 4th.

5th Rd Pick

Kerry Meier WR - Kansas 6'3 220lbs

2008 - 97 catches 1045yrds 8TD

2009 - Through 10 games - 83 catches 883yrds 6TD

Kerry would provide WR depth. He is a tall guy with a big body for WR. He also has good leaping ability. A solid 5th round pick here.

5th Rd Pick(b)

Terrell Hudgins WR - Elon 6'2 236lbs

2006 - 62 catches 1027yrds 8TD

2007- 117 catches 1474yrds 18TD

2008 - 86 catches 1116yrds 10TD

2009 - Through 10 games - 100 catches 1322yrds 14TD

Was North Carolina athlete of the year in HS. Played QB and broke numerous records. This guy plays with a huge target on his back and no one can stop him. He plays at a small school so this is purely a project pick. He could be the next big thing to come out of a small school.

5th Rd Pick(c)

LeRoy Vann DB - Florida A&M 5'9 185lbs

LeRoy is picked to be our KR/PR.

2009 - Punt Returns - 28 for 462yrds 16.5 avg 3TD

Kick Returns - 38 for 1121yrds 29.5 avg 3TD

Also would not be a bad addition to our defense. 53 tackles 8tfl 2sacks 1int.

Feel free to pick my mock apart! The later rounds gets really hard because you dont know who might be available. I went 4 defense picks 3 offense and 1 special teams. I feel like through FA we can get more guys. Like an every down RB, a NT, TE, etc.

This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of Arrowhead Pride's writers or editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of Arrowhead Pride writers or editors.

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good detail

it can be so hard to do these mocks because there is no way to determine what we will gain or lose in the offseason. Assuming no offseason move the only problems I have would be that we need to take one of the lesser NTs in the draft in round 4 or 5 to rotate with Edwards.
I like where your head is at with LB, but right now Im in an Okung or Berry kind of mindset for round 1
Overall very nice. I plan on putting up my own after week 17

A man who says he can, and a man who says he can't are both right. Which one are you?

by Bashman on Nov 19, 2009 2:55 PM CST reply actions

Thanks

I would definately pick Berry or Okung….this was a “what if” case….I cant wait to see yours. I had Oghobasse but changed him….

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 3:07 PM CST up reply actions

STOP THE MADNESS! ENOUGH WITH THE MOCKS!

It’s a big time buzzkill.

by jk86 on Nov 19, 2009 3:07 PM CST reply actions

I worked hard on this man

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 3:20 PM CST up reply actions

yeah, i was a little annoyed with all the mock draft threads until recently

I am not in tune with college players much, but reading threads like this with great details and the feedback has really given me a heads up on the college scene more and more.

thanks for this!

by worc on Nov 19, 2009 7:18 PM CST up reply actions

Dont trip Matt...

I think Mock Drafts are cool. Just to see what people would choose if they were the Chiefs. Its no big deal.
IF YOU GUYS DONT LIKE THE MOCK DRAFTS THEN JUST DONT OPEN THEM!!!!

by Wrestler189s on Nov 20, 2009 6:12 PM CST up reply actions

Then feel free not to read them

Johnnie Morton: The Man. The Myth. The Legend.

by craig in calgary on Nov 19, 2009 3:31 PM CST up reply actions

asking to stop the mocks is a buzzkill :)

* "I doubt anyone will miss Connor Barth except UCrawford"
* the LB corps may become the biggest strength of the Chiefs in 2009
* The OL is NOT as bad as you think it is... give it time, and you'll see improvement this season
* Stats are for losers

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 3:45 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

Agreed

I actually learn a lot about the draft prospects from them. Wishful thinking never hurt either…

by Hail2DaChiefs on Nov 19, 2009 3:54 PM CST up reply actions

Dude c'mon! Get over it.

There are a ton of us who like mocks. They’re fun for a bunch of us and it keeps us college football non-fans up to speed on who the best prospects are. Keep up the good work Matt! I’ll read your mocks!

Braccae illae virides cum subucula rosea et tunica Caledonia-quam elenganter concinnatur!

by Buck'O on Nov 20, 2009 3:29 PM CST up reply actions

I dont think Matt is taking what this guy says to heart

He is a mock vet;). Really alot of people dont even comprhend the work that goes into most of these post. Much more work then your average rant.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 10:35 PM CST up reply actions

Yeah

Im not too into taking an ILB with the 1st pick either. Either Okung/Berry, Trade, or BPSA

Before you judge a man, walk a mile in his shoes; after that, who cares?! He's a mile away and you've got his shoes!

by SuperTurtle on Nov 19, 2009 3:07 PM CST reply actions

As of right now we would pick 5th. This is a scenerio where Suh, Berry, and Okung is gone by 5th....they would be my first choices

This is what you gotta read first.

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 3:08 PM CST reply actions

McClain is a beast!!

He could change the face of our defense.

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 3:08 PM CST reply actions

maybe we get lucky and he has a crap combine

id love to get him in the early 2nd although thats very unlikely. A man can dream though

A man who says he can, and a man who says he can't are both right. Which one are you?

by Bashman on Nov 19, 2009 3:25 PM CST up reply actions

No OLine help till the 3rd

doesn’t sit right with me. BPA in 1st then OL with both 2nd’s, we can get immediate starters in the 2nd and we need them on the OL.

OL is first priority above any other considerations. Seems like this year a lot of the defensive holes can be filled with FA signings.

by Your_Moms_Boyfriend on Nov 19, 2009 3:21 PM CST reply actions

agreed

we HAVE to take at least 1 O-lineman in our first three picks

by KC Masterpiece on Nov 19, 2009 3:47 PM CST up reply actions

No need to reach on the O-lineman

Now if one falls to us GRAB em

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 6:31 PM CST up reply actions

Most of draft previews I've seen..

have Spikes ahead of McClain. In which case we should be able to trade down and still get McClain. Like the Pats did two years ago to get Mayo at pick #12 . I think they started at 6 or 7. Should be able to pick up another 2nd or 3rd that way.

Hudson looks a little small for a OG these days.

I think OL in the 2nd would probably be a good thin also.

by ICTChief on Nov 19, 2009 3:34 PM CST reply actions

And something Pioli can probably get done unlike Peterson who

IMO most GM’s wouldn’t return his calls :(

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 6:32 PM CST up reply actions

That's changing...

even before the eye gouging incident most draft sites I saw had McClain ahead of Spikes. I agree, if McClain is the pick I hope we can trade down and pick up another pick.

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 19, 2009 11:44 PM CST up reply actions

Kerry Meier

Would be fun to see in a few wildcat plays

by sandpro on Nov 19, 2009 3:37 PM CST reply actions

Yeah...

I also think the guy from App St., Armanti Edwards, would be a great Wildcat guy. He has a very accurate arm and is pretty fast. He could be a steal for someone.

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 5:34 PM CST up reply actions

I really don't see

these guys taking all defense with their first 3 picks.
From the tone of Haley’s press conferences he seems pretty happy with the defense, with the big play exception. I think they HAVE to go with at least 1 if not 2 O linemen in the first day

by sandpro on Nov 19, 2009 3:39 PM CST reply actions

most mocks I have looked at

Shows most O-Line falling to the 3rd and later rounds. Alot of talent this year at LB, DE, DB, WR, S, overall very deep Skill Position draft and should be able to get very solid players late in the draft on the O-Line. It looks nice to get O-Line early but take a look around the league O-Lineman are very seldom sure fire selections and this years draft to me seems even harder to grade than most. I’m all for taking the BPA in the draft although I have mentioned trading down, that will be hard pressed to happen.
If those three are gone I agree the best pick would be McClain, With are first 2nd rd selection there are a few players I take ALL of them are OLB unless Cody falls this far. The 2nd of are 2nd rd picks is where we really go BPA unless we get Cody in the 2nd as we could fill a Starting spot at WR, OL, S, TE, or OLB if still needed.
The 3rd and 4th rd is where we go O-Line, alot of talent left to choose from and we fill the 2 holes needed and with players still on the roster and maybe 1 FA brought in we have are O-Line for 2010 and beyond.
My guess is if we get Ben Watson we go with S or WR with the second of or rd 2 selections if not we go TE here.
Beyond rd 4 its all about BPA to fill positions for depth.

by kcchiefstd on Nov 19, 2009 5:20 PM CST up reply actions

great mock thats what i invison

Hate Larry Johnson.

by royalsfan99 on Nov 19, 2009 3:46 PM CST reply actions

LOVE IT, wreck

great job, Matt

This would address a LOT of needs.

McClain, Hughes and Allen would add a TON of athleticism and playmaking ability on the defense.

People scoff at the OL waiting until the 3rd, but you got two potential starters there, and that’s about what is needed.

IF they could draft like this, and grab Wilfork and maybe another OL in FA… I’d be a very happy camper

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 3:47 PM CST reply actions

You turned me on to McClain...

I never even thought about looking at the guy to be honest….until you posted your thoughts on him. I like him a lot now. I think a guy like him in the middle of our defense would be freaking sweet.

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 5:24 PM CST up reply actions

thanks for the credit :)

mockingthedraft.com has some great features like that… it really should be a permanent link on this site!

I like Allen a lot, he’d probably be a STEAL with the 2nd 2nd round pick

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 5:27 PM CST up reply actions

No prob.

Allen looked really good. His athleticism is what stands out…much like Berry. We need those superior athletes in the secondary to stop the WR career days. If we can shut down the passing game….we have proved we can stop the run. We have a strong D right now…..this draft could put us over the top in terms of being a Top 10 defense….I truly believe that.

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 5:33 PM CST up reply actions

Good job Matt.

I agree with McClain if Berry and Okung are gone, but unless we get some oline help in free agency one of those 2nd rounders has to be a oline. There will be players available. I like Tennant in the 3rd if he drops that far. I still think there is a chance Peek could be around in the 5th, but I really like Moeaki also for a TE.

by Helmets on Nov 19, 2009 4:04 PM CST reply actions

...

I like Peek or Moeaki, would be fine in the 5th… in fact, I’d do that over taking 2 WR.

I am OK waiting on OL if they got Tennant and a good Guard… that fills 2 big needs, and allows for some GREAT defensive players in the early rounds.

The Chiefs would be scary good on defense if all 3 of those guys got into the starting lineup.

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 4:16 PM CST up reply actions

I agree.

In one of my scenarios if we didn’t take McClain and reached for Williams we could take someone like Lee or Angerer in the 3rd or 4th for ILB.

by Helmets on Nov 19, 2009 4:43 PM CST up reply actions

Good Call on a TE...

I was wondering the same thing with the 2 WR in the 5th…. a couple TEs in addition to your recommendation I like are Michael Hoomanawanui, Illinois and Caz Piurowski, Florida St. both are excellent blockers and ok receivers.

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 19, 2009 11:53 PM CST up reply actions

I a be sad

I really be wishing that the chiefs nut up this year and get Eric Berry then with are 1st 2 round pic we go Oline with the next 2nd round pic we go ILB then 3rd we go center that should be 4 starter going and 2 next year

~Im a star n the making just ask about me im soon to be da Chiefs 1st round pick~

by Da Chiefs Guy on Nov 19, 2009 5:07 PM CST reply actions

WalterFootball's new mock

http://walterfootball.com/draft2010.php

I like it, with a couple of minor changes:
1Berry, FS
2 Fox, LT
2 Dwyer, RB… BUT, in their mock, Iupati, G is available, so I’d pick him
3 Williams NT… BUT, in their mock, Tennant is available at C along with Selvie, OLB and possibly Norwood, OLB…

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 5:19 PM CST reply actions

Yeah

Berry is my top choice for sure….then Okung, and now I would actually prefer McClain over Suh. I think our defensive front is about as solid as it can be with the exception of a NT better than Edwards. We also have Gilberry, Magee, and Gales waiting in the wings. I like our front 3 along with the backups a lot. I dont see Suh fitting in there.

Okung will probably be gone for sure along with Suh…so that should not create a problem. Not many mocks are mocking Berry up very high. I could see him being available..unless he has one hell of a combine and garners some more attention.

Right now the way it looks….we could proabably have the choice of Berry or McClain. I just dont see an OL even close to Okung…..the rest of the crop could be as good in the late 1st as they are in the 4th or 5th.

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 5:30 PM CST up reply actions

haha, I love that you mentioned your boy, Gales!!!

I think Suh is going #1 or #2, so it’s VERY likely that KC won’t even have a shot at him, if they wanted him.

I really am starting to think that OT could be the best value with the first 2nd round pick… Fox, Black, Capers, maybe even Campbell could be there… and they could be as good as Baluga, Williams and Brown.

That 2nd 2nd round pick should be a Safety or OLB (IF they don’t get Berry/McClain) or maybe a Center, IF they don’t think their guy will be there in the 3rd/4th

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 5:37 PM CST up reply actions

Matt I like your draft. Rec

What was the pool of 5th rounders you looked at?
Was Denarrio Alexander MU
and Brandon Banks KSU in that group?

And of course we Have grabbed Wilfork in FA to make it all work. Right?

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 6:28 PM CST reply actions

great questions, Steve

in the 5th, I’d certainly want them to consider those guys or a TE, like Peek from Alabama

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 6:37 PM CST up reply actions

Denarrio Alexander would be my first choice in the 4th or 5th round

And no, I’m not a mizzou homer (or fan for that matter). After reading Joe Po’s article about him in SI I’m sold that he’s worth a shot.

Predictions:

Kansas City will not win more than four games in 2009
Kansas City will have a new OC and DC in 2010
Kansas City will win at least seven games in 2010

by jmcgoblue on Nov 19, 2009 7:25 PM CST up reply actions

I wouldn't take D. Alexander above the 4th

injuries and all and he would seem to be D. Bowe with better hands.
Brandon Banks intrigues me, could play a slot maybe but is a Dynamite KR/PR possibility.
and at least Waltersfootball has them both as 5th round talent.
We have 3-5th picks :)

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 7:33 PM CST up reply actions

Maybe I should say comparable hands

and Alexander can catch the gimmes :)

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 7:34 PM CST up reply actions

Two things

1) Jerry Hughes of TCU is a DE. 2) I hear he’s expected to go pretty high in the draft, so he might not be available in the 2nd round.

by Matt89 on Nov 19, 2009 7:10 PM CST reply actions

Damn button

As i was saying, instead of gettin Hughes at that slot, we might be able to sneak in a good offensive line guy and get some more offensive weapons later in the draft.

Good post by the way :)

by Matt89 on Nov 19, 2009 7:11 PM CST up reply actions

he'll be an OLB in the pros

http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2009/6/18/913376/2010-nfl-draft-rankings-defensive

For instance, Texas’ Sergio Kindle has played outside linebacker for the Longhorns but will move to end this season. But in the NFL, he’s strictly a linebacker prospect. For now, he’s in the end category. The same goes for guys like Jerry Hughes of TCU, Antonio Coleman of Auburn and Eric Norwood of South Carolina.

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 7:15 PM CST up reply actions

mock draft number 9,673,954

only thing is I want a center. A dynamite center and a kick ass wide receiver. What says ye’ Matty? Should we draft a center of snag a veteran? I used to want Boldin but he gets injured all the time.

I wish we could snag Austin Miles don’t you? Any way…good morale booster Matty…have a good night friend!

by krayfish on Nov 19, 2009 7:12 PM CST reply actions

I still can't buy on Miles Austin for some reason...

maybe its 1) he’s a cowboy 2) he broke out against the Chiefs (they made him LOOK great!)

by worc on Nov 19, 2009 7:25 PM CST up reply actions

Who :)

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 7:35 PM CST up reply actions

ooops. i meant Guiles Slauson...

my bad! ;)

by worc on Nov 19, 2009 10:38 PM CST up reply actions

We would have the worst pass defense in the league with Hughes in Vrabel spot

I would rather have Norwood, Better against the runa dn pass, Almost as good as a pass rusher. Other then that our mocks are always similar.

1. Rolando McClain ILB-One thing you left out on McClain is he already plays in a 3-4
2. Eric Norwood OLB
2(b). Mike Johnson OG
3. Mike Tennant OC
4. Denario Williams WR
5. Garrett Grahm TE
5. Sergi Render OG- I worry about his pass blocking but he excells in the run game
5. Brandon Banks KR/PR

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 19, 2009 8:02 PM CST reply actions

Hughes did lead the NCAAs in sacks, I think

that’d help the pass defense…

but, I’m assuming you mean he’d be bad in coverage… which is possible.

I do like Norwood as well

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 8:05 PM CST up reply actions

Dammit Stag You have to put your foot down and make a Decision!

I see some moderator potential here :)

Maybe Hughes would be a Hali type sub
and Norwood would be a Vrabel type sub

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 8:22 PM CST up reply actions

I can agree with that analysis.

as a moderator, I can stay neutral, right?

by stagdsp on Nov 19, 2009 8:24 PM CST up reply actions

Sure

I am so glad someone likes Mock drafts and College football :)

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 8:38 PM CST up reply actions

Thats what im saying

Norwood is a vrabel clone with even better pass rushing skills, Hughes would have to come off the feild on 3rd and long. Not a player the Chiefs should take in Norwood is on the board.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 19, 2009 9:51 PM CST up reply actions

If we wouldn't take Aaron Curry with a top 5 pick...

we won’t take a LB that’s graded even lower than him this year with a similar pick.

I'm officially on the 'Draft Eric Berry' train.
Haley-Crennel 2010.

by scottbwalters on Nov 19, 2009 8:48 PM CST reply actions

Really the situation has changed

and the team needs have changed. We will probably grab a CB. Why not!

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 19, 2009 8:55 PM CST up reply actions

Curry

He wasn’t that great at Wake Forest. He was projected to be a 3rd Round pick had he come out after his JR season. He rose to the top of a pretty weak draft, and honestly I doubt he would be drafted in the top 20 if this were his year to enter. When you consider positional value, he probably would have been more of a reach than T-Jax at #3 this year.

Personally, I think that if Berry is off the board when KC is up Pioli will probably take Cody as a NT (if he can’t trade down)….that is unless he brings in a starting NT via free agency first. In that case I wouldn’t be surprised to see a top LB taken.

Predictions:

Kansas City will not win more than four games in 2009
Kansas City will have a new OC and DC in 2010
Kansas City will win at least seven games in 2010

by jmcgoblue on Nov 19, 2009 9:21 PM CST up reply actions

Curry would be a top ten pick in this draft if he had as good combine numbers

After his JR. year he was projected as a third rounder, He went back to school because they said next year he could rise to the 2nd or 1st, He had a solid SR. season and was projected as a top 15 pick. He had an amazing Combine and rose to the 4th pick and he has proven it. He would be the top ILB on the board in this draft. I dont know where you got your info.

The reason I could see them taking McClain in the top 5 is this, He is already a 3-4 ILB and is a different player then Curry. Also, Pioli took Jerod Mayo @ 7, so it isnt out of the question for Pioli to take a LB that early.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 19, 2009 9:59 PM CST up reply actions

Mayo was the 10th pick in 2008

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 12:04 AM CST up reply actions

W/E

Screw you

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 12:05 AM CST up reply actions

Im just joking

Still thats early, I wouldnt put it past Pioli to draft the best guy on his board

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 12:06 AM CST up reply actions

No, I wouldn't complain either...

If Suh, Berry and Okung are gone… I think the pick is McClain. But, I would love to trade back from the 5th, pick up another 2nd and get McClain….

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 12:08 AM CST up reply actions

That would be awesome but I dont see it happening if..

Suh, Berry, Okung, are off the board, Chance are atleast one of those guys will be on the board though.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 12:15 AM CST up reply actions

I don't think we'll be picking...

5th though either. I can’t see us picking any higher than 6th.

TB
Cle
St Louis
Det
Oak

Chiefs, Washington, and Tennessee after the 5 above in no particular order. So, I think McClain is a strong possibility, but I hope Berry falls to us.

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 12:26 AM CST up reply actions

Forgot Buffalo...

Another team I think the Chiefs will finish ahead of…

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 12:30 AM CST up reply actions

I highly doubt we pick out of the top 5

but I could be wrong

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 2:13 PM CST up reply actions

Curry projected to Will

And McClain projects to Sam, right?

by Kane on Nov 20, 2009 9:46 AM CST up reply actions

Curry is playing Sam....

LeRoy Hill is Seattle’s Will backer.

McClain plays the Mike role in a 3-4 at Alabama. He is projected to be able to play in either a 3-4 or 4-3 as a middle linebacker. He runs a 4.6, is 6’-4", 256 and can cover…draft writers are comparing his skill set to Urlacher.

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 10:03 AM CST up reply actions

Seattle is a 4-3, right?

by Kane on Nov 20, 2009 11:21 AM CST up reply actions

Yes, Seattle is a 4-3...

Aaron Curry Lofa Tatupu LeRoy Hill
SAM MIKE WILL

Vrabel Williams Mays Hali
SAM MIKE WILL JACK
or or or or
SAM TED MIKE WILL

I’ve seen 3-4 backers called both ways above. The thing that confuses me with the Chiefs alignment is the RILB, and LILB seem to be reversed in roles.

McClain is very versatile, but he would play Mays role with the Chiefs.

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 2:37 PM CST up reply actions

Remember Curry projected as Will

In KC’s 3-4, that’s why they didn’t draft him (rationale that was given). Not a value pick at 3. If they take a backer at 8 or higher, he better be able to defeat blocks and/or cover.

by Kane on Nov 20, 2009 5:50 PM CST up reply actions

What do u guys think of

My two last picks…probably reaches but they look like diamonds in the rough. I really like Leroy vann. U see his kick and punt return totals!! Wow!

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by Matt_Grbac on Nov 19, 2009 11:11 PM CST reply actions

I would rather get Williams from Tulane

Check him out Matt, I think youll be impressed, Ive watched him for a long time because I ll live close to Tulane for 3 mths out of the year. He is finally getting national cred.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 12:05 AM CST up reply actions

I'd prefer

a TE, OG/OT and KR/PR in the 5th.

Colin Peek, TE Alabama
Vladimir Ducasse, OG UMASS
Brandon Banks, KR/PR K State

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 12:10 AM CST reply actions

I like that 5th round right there

real nice clark, real nice

by stagdsp on Nov 20, 2009 10:08 AM CST up reply actions

I am pretty excited to actually see where we will be picking...

That should be fun…

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by woodman212 on Nov 20, 2009 12:31 AM CST reply actions

What are the chances that if all of the favorites are off the board that he would take Mays or Bryant?

Not a Mays fan but he would be an upgrade, and Dez Bryant would be nice to plug in opposite Bowe. After watching Stanford last weekend I think we need to keep an eye on Gerhart. He could be an every down back. We’ll have to see what Smith can do the rest of the season.

by Helmets on Nov 20, 2009 8:27 AM CST reply actions

Just wanted to say that Mays and Bryant would not be my choice for 1st round, but could help.

by Helmets on Nov 20, 2009 8:28 AM CST up reply actions

I'm just not a fan of Mays..

but Bryant would be a possibilty. Chambers is in the last year of his deal, so if we don’t/can’t resign him I wouldn’t be upset with Bryant. A lot of people seem to be down on our receiver core… I’m kinda excited about Bowe, Chambers and Long with Wade and Bradley as reserves.

by chrisclark_dfw on Nov 20, 2009 9:33 AM CST up reply actions

I love the first two picks.

It is just a gut feeling, but I think Pioli is heading in the direction of LB’s with his first two picks. I love both LB’s mentioned and both would be a much needed upgrade for our D. I really like Gresham the TE for OU (biased OU fan here) and I’ve read some articles suggesting he could fall to the 2nd round b/c he has not played this season and his injury. If he is available in R 2 then take him. Drafting a center should allow the team to move Rudy to RG, which would improve the line. Matthews the center for TX A&M might be a good center as well and should be available in late rounds. Showing a Big 12 bias again.

by chief66 on Nov 20, 2009 10:08 AM CST reply actions

I just dont know

How Greshams play will translate to the NFL. He definitly has an advantage playing in that offense and in the pass defense weak Big 12. If he was available with our ATL pick then I would be happy with that. But with our 2nd rounder, there are to many more talented player to me. IDK though.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 2:17 PM CST up reply actions

im not sold on picking an early TE.

The TE position just isn’t very important in our system. We just need a big solid guy who can block and catch a pass every now and again…not a high profile speed wr/te guy. I don’t think we will draft a TE at all. I think that comes out of FA.

"Its going to be a challenge, its going to feel like forever, and there will be difficulties. But we will emerge on the other side of it stronger than we were when we entered." ~ Sudden

by Matt_Grbac on Nov 20, 2009 3:45 PM CST via mobile up reply actions

Agree

But, I am not sold on drafting any TE period.
We need blocking TE’s, a UDFA or FA or the Guy in the warehouse might get the job done.

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And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
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by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 20, 2009 6:22 PM CST up reply actions

Sorry Matt read the 1st sentence and started pecking on the keyboard :)

We Will kick at least 4 Teams Asses in 09
And Succop will be the Key in two of them. Washington & Oakland!
" Think and talk positive football off the field." Hank Stram

by Steve_Chiefs on Nov 20, 2009 6:23 PM CST up reply actions

Garret Grahm is an awesome blocker

Some say he could play FB just as well. He is also a pretty above average receiver as well.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 10:36 PM CST up reply actions

I wonder if Stafford or McCoy will fall out of the top 5-8

Anybody think we would be able to trade down for somebody who needs a qb?

by Wrestler189s on Nov 20, 2009 6:36 PM CST reply actions

Stafford?

You must mean Bradford, and McCoy will probably go in the late 3rd round bro. NFL scouts can see straight thru his High School arm. Bradford is a tricky situation. If he goes to the combine and has a solid performance, I could see him going top 10. But I actually beleive Locker and Clausen will both come out due to the lack of talent at the QB posistion. I could also see Dan LeFevour jumping into the top 200 like Flacco did. I think LeFevour is the best QB in the draft by far but thats just me.

That Falcons Pick Is Looking Like It Might Be Higher Then We Thought.

I have Ronnie Brown, Micheal Turner, and Dwayne Bowe all on my fantasy team.

by darwithabar on Nov 20, 2009 10:39 PM CST up reply actions