Oct

8

2010

2 Round “Way Too Early” Mock Draft 5.0

Written by Aaron Aloysius

49. Miami Dolphins

Mike Pouncey – OG – Florida

The Dolphins have used a series of journeymen at guard; Pouncey would be a more credible solution at OG.

50. New York Giants

Daniel Thomas – RB – Kansas State

With Brandon Jacobs pouting, the Giants could be in the market for a new power runner. While not a feature back, Thomas could be a nice complement to Ahmad Bradshaw.

51. Minnesota Vikings

Jaiquawn Jarrett – S – Temple

Tyrell Johnson hasn’t developed, so the team needs to bring in another young safety.

52. Washington Redskins

Titus Young – WR – Boise State*

The Redskins add another receiver, bringing in speed to combine with Julio Jones’ size.

53. New York Jets

Dontay Moch – DE/OLB – Nevada

Moch offers excellent speed off the edge, which could make him very effective in Rex Ryan’s blitz-happy defense.

54. Seattle Seahawks

Rodney Hudson – OG – Florida State

Hudson could hold down one of the interior o-line spots, possibly replacing Chris Spencer at center.

55. New England Patriots

Ben Ijalana – OL – Villanova

The Patriots once again address the offensive line, bringing in Logan Mankins’ replacement

56. Dallas Cowboys

Quinton Carter – S – Oklahoma*

Unless Akwasi Owusu-Ansah develops, the team will need to bring in a new starting safety.

57. Baltimore Ravens

Kelvin Sheppard – LB – LSU

Tavares Gooden has proven to be injury-prone and Jameel McClain isn’t a big playmaker. With Ray Lewis aging, the team needs to bring in another inside backer.

58. Atlanta Falcons

Noel Devine – RB – West Virginia

Jerious Norwood hasn’t been able to stay healthy, leaving the Falcons with a speedy back who’s a good receiver out of the backfield. Noel Devine could replace him while also spelling Michael Turner and Jason Snelling.

59. San Diego Chargers

Jerrell Powe – DT – Oregon State

Powe’s having a disappointing season, but the big man could fatten up and become a capable 3-4 nose tackle.

60. New Orleans Saints

Drake Nevis – DT – LSU

A very good penetrating tackle, Nevis would fit nicely alongside Sedrick Ellis in New Orleans’ defense.

61. Houston Texans

Janoris Jenkins – CB – Florida*

Jenkins could match up with opposing teams’ speedy receivers, freeing up Kareem Jackson to take on big, physical wideouts.

62. Indianapolis Colts

Greg Jones – ILB – Michigan State

A very good all-around LB, Jones could start immediately for the Colts.

63. Pittsburgh Steelers

Gabe Carimi – OT – Wisconsin

Carimi lacks Solder’s upside, but he’s probably more NFL-ready. He could take over at right tackle while Solder’s groomed to start on the blindside.

64. Green Bay Packers

Ras-I Dowling – CB – Virginia

The Packers get their corner in Dowling, a tough defensive back who could also provide depth at safety.

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Aaron Aloysius

Aaron began closely following the draft in 2005. Since then, he’s overcome an Al Davis-like obsession with workout numbers, instead focusing on the qualities and traits visible on the players’ tape. To that end, he’s produced numerous prospect videos, as well as contributed articles and commentary to various draft sites.

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