updated my Mock draft last night after the Superbowl (correct drafting order) and decided to throw in a couple trades involving the Texans, not that I really think this is going to happen (how would I know?) but merely an exercise in a theory that would address the Texans #1 need- protecting the franchise
1. 49ers - Aaron Rogers QB, CAL.
This draft is hard to figure right out of the gate, 49er's need a QB, flip a coin between Rogers & Smith (Rogers best Mechanics or Smith best leadership)
2. Phins - Alex Smith QB, Utah.
Which ever of the two QB's is left or could deal pick to Arizona or Raiders & take a RB later.
3. Browns - Alex Barron OT, Florida State.
Cleveland has been begging for a left tackle, finally they fill this need.
4. Bears - Mike Williams WR, USC.
Freakish, franchise possession WR too talented to pass up unless another team makes an offer that can't be refused then take Braylon Edwards WR later.
5. Bucs - Cadillac Williams RB, Auburn.
My favorite back in this draft, reminds me of Curtis Martin, can't miss prospect, will have their choice of runningbacks, Cadillac is a leader & dislplays great character.
6. Titans - Derrick Johnson LB, Texas.
Defensive playmaker with speed & athleticism, a no brainer (what would the Titans want this year to trade down? a lot, forget about it Texans.
7. Raiders - Ronnie Brown RB, Auburn.
Strong, hard running Ronnie becomes Al's franchise back, imagine Gallery pulling & leading for Brown what a dominant running attack needs, what the Raiders have been lacking.
8. Cardinals - Cedric Benson RB, Texas.
The last of the big 3 RB's off the board all in the top 10, walks into great situation with Green.
9. Redskins - Marcus Spears DT, LSU
By draft day it becomes apparent the best Defensive Linemen is Marcus Spears, this should solidify a very good defense for Gibbs.
10. Lions - Antrell Rolle CB, Miami.
Mariucci wants a big physical QB how can he possibly pass up Rolle for a Safety?
11. Cowboys - Adam "PAC MAN" Jones CB, West Virgina.
Cowboys will address secondary need here with Spears off the board.
12. Chargers (via Giants) - Braylon Edwards WR, Michigan.
Stockpiling weapons, can you say tri-fecta with Tomlinson, Gates & Edwards.
13. Saints (via Texans) - Thomas Davis S/OLB Georgia.
The playmaker the Saints covet, very verstile & physical enough to play linebacker.
14. Panthers - Jammal Brown OT, Oklahoma.
Draft for need, Jammal is verstile & can play many positions tackle or guard.
15. Chiefs - Marlin Jackson CB, Michigan.
Secondary is a weakness, this guy is a physical shutdown corner ready to start in the NFL.
16. Texans (via Saints) - Heath Miller TE, Virgina.
Kill two birds with one stone, Carr gets better protection & offensive weapon at the same time.
17. Bengals - Anttaj Hawthorne DT, Wisconsin.
Hot position & the best of the lot, which is what the Bengals need.
18. Vikings - Shawn Cody DT, USC.
Will have a great combine, another addition to the Viking DL with fellow USC alum Udeze.
19. Rams - Elton Brown OG, Virginia.
Slips to the Rams because of some injury concerns, but fullfills their biggest need on the OL.
20. Cowboys (via Bills) - Erasmus James DE Wisconsin.
When healthy provides a fierce pass rush & requires double teams.
21. Jaguars - Dan Cody DE, Oklahoma.
Del Rio hustle type, gives the Jags a non-stop motor on the defensive line with speed who can also cover the TE in space.
22. Ravens - Mark Clayton WR, Oklahoma.
A consistant weapon at WR is needed, the best after Braylon a pure #2.
23. Seahawks - Brandon Browner CB, Oregon State.
Familar with this youngsters package of skills in the NW, need secondary assistance.
24. Packers - Charlie Frye QB, Akron.
Farve out of the league, Charlie into the frying pan the Packers will begin to rebuild now.
25. Broncos - Travis Johnson DT, FSU.
Best pass rushing DT which works with the smaller Denver line @ altitude, high speed.
26. Texans (via Jets) - David Baas C, Michigan.
Texans find Carr more protection & solidify the offensive line in the process.
27. Falcons - David Pollack DE, Georgia.
Atlanta stays home, & Pollack becomes the leader of Mora's defense.
28. Chargers - Matt Roth DE/OLB, Iowa.
Verstiltiy for Marty, can play OLB in 3-4 & pass rush QB, a Babin clone.
29. Colts - Channing Crowder MLB, Florida.
Colts are soft....only in the middle, until now, some call him mini Ray.
30. Steelers - Justin Miller CB, Clemson.
Qualtiy, starting CB with speed & size, revitalizes aging Steeler secondary.
31. Eagles - Troy Williamson WR, South Carolina.
Makes a big push up the boards draft day into the 1st round.
32. Patriots - Carlos Rogers CB, Georgia.
The rich get richer, not fair still a great CB available @ the end of the 1st rd.
