2012 Texans Talk Mock Draft

[Blake]

Im out for the weekend. I will try to check back a few times and update picks.

 

[stingray]

Steelers really need some help in their secondary so they draft:

Dwight Bentley CB Louisiana Lafayette

Bentley was a first-team All-Sun Belt selection in 2011 after posting 71 tackles, including five tackles for loss. He added six pass breakups, two forced fumbles and three interceptions. He returned two of his interceptions for touchdowns, including a 38-yard "pick-six" against Oklahoma State. The Pahokee, Fla., native leaves Lafayette, La. with 232 total tackles, 13 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. He has seven career interceptions and 20 pass breakups to his credit in 44 career starts.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1620157/dwight-bentley

 

[beerlover]

3.86) Atlanta Falcons - Wolf6151 - On the Clock. PM SENT.

3.87) Detroit Lions - Super Mario -

3.88) Pittsburgh Steelers - stingray -

3.89) Denver Broncos - JCTexan -

3.90) Houston Texans - bah007 -

JCTexan is up :mariopalm:

 

[steelbtexan]

IN the 3rd round of the 2012 Texans Talk Mock Draft the Atlanta Falcons select at #86 Jake Bequette-DE from Arkansas.

Sorry for the delay I work night shift and just woke up.


Super Mario is on the clock. He said he PM'd his picks to Dutch so I'll PM him.

Great pick. Bequette put up some of the best numbers at the combine (10 yd split/3-cone/vert and was very productive in college. He will probably be a better pro than he was a college player. Bequette reminds me of Mike Vrabel coming out of college.

I was torn on whether to pick Chapman or Bequette. They are both cut from the same cloth. (High motor/play thru pain type guys.) I chose Chapman because he helps improve both the 0 tech and the 5 tech.

 

[JCTexan]

With the 89th pick the Denver Broncos select...

Billy Winn, DE, Boise State

Powerful rusher, moves forward throughout the play and uses athleticism to flush and chase quarterbacks out of the pocket. Good bull rush to push his man into the backfield. Uses violent hands to rip off or punch off blocks. Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside, moves linemen to either side with strong hands. Flashes nimble feet to chase running backs and mobile quarterbacks to the sideline when lined up at end. Spins off blocks to get back into the play.

Denver Draft:

1st Round:
Devon Still, DT, Penn State
2nd Round:
Lamar Miller, RB, Miami
3rd Round:
Billy Winn, DE, Boise State.

 

[Wolf6151]

Great pick. Bequette put up some of the best numbers at the combine (10 yd split/3-cone/vert and was very productive in college. He will probably be a better pro than he was a college player. Bequette reminds me of Mike Vrabel coming out of college.

I was torn on whether to pick Chapman or Bequette. They are both cut from the same cloth. (High motor/play thru pain type guys.) I chose Chapman because he helps improve both the 0 tech and the 5 tech.

Thanks. DE was Atlanta's biggest need but the really good ones were gone in the 2nd round and Brandon Washington-OT/OG was a better value. I'm surprised there were several good DE's left in the 3rd. I like Bequette's high motor and think he'll be a fine pro.

 

[Dutchrudder]

The Houston Texans are on the clock!

3.90) Houston Texans - bah007 -


Since I don't have my player rankings with me, you guys throw out some nominations for this pick. So far the Texans have picked Ruben Randle WR and Brandon Thompson NT. Who would you like them to take here?

 

[beerlover]

The Houston Texans are on the clock!

3.90) Houston Texans - bah007 -


Since I don't have my player rankings with me, you guys throw out some nominations for this pick. So far the Texans have picked Ruben Randle WR and Brandon Thompson NT. Who would you like them to take here?

scratch center off the list

 

[WolverineFan]

OT, DE, or OLB.

 

[bah007]

With the 90th pick the Houston Texans select...

James Brown, OT - Troy

Obviously this is now a pretty big need with the loss of Winston. Played LT in college and is being projected by many as an OG at the next level, but I think he's fully capable of playing RT in our system.

Brown is definitely a sleeper prospect although he was a 3 year starter and a two time All Conference selection. More of a developmental player than my original target, Mitchell Schwartz, but I think he's definitely a guy the staff wouldn't mind developing.

 

[76Texan]

With the 90th pick the Houston Texans select...

James Brown, OT - Troy


Obviously this is now a pretty big need with the loss of Winston. Played LT in college and is being projected by many as an OG at the next level, but I think he's fully capable of playing RT in our system.

Brown is definitely a sleeper prospect although he was a 3 year starter and a two time All Conference selection. More of a developmental player than my original target, Mitchell Schwartz, but I think he's definitely a guy the staff wouldn't mind developing.

WR, NT, OT.
Sure looks like you're drafting base on needs.

 

[Blake]

I was very close to taking brown to pay guard for the lions.

 

[beerlover]

With the 90th pick the Houston Texans select...

James Brown, OT - Troy

Obviously this is now a pretty big need with the loss of Winston. Played LT in college and is being projected by many as an OG at the next level, but I think he's fully capable of playing RT in our system.

Brown is definitely a sleeper prospect although he was a 3 year starter and a two time All Conference selection. More of a developmental player than my original target, Mitchell Schwartz, but I think he's definitely a guy the staff wouldn't mind developing.

I like it. Brown & Brown. Pretty solid. Maybe better value taking Brown in 3rd over Schwartz in 2nd?

 

[KMG 365]

I was very close to taking brown to pay guard for the lions.

I was going to take Brown at #96 for the Giants. I thought he would slip through the cracks. I had him projected as a LG for the G-men.

 

[RT22]

With Pick #91 the New Orleans Saints select OLB Sean Spence University of Miami 5'-11" 231.

 

[Dutchrudder]

3.92) Green Bay Packers - nytexan -

3.93) Baltimore Ravens - WolverineFan -

3.94) San Francisco 49ers - Rey -

3.95) New England Patriots - Beerlover -

3.96) New York Giants - KMG 365 -

 

[nytexan]

The Green Bay Packers with the 92nd and their 3rd selection in the 2012 TT Draft select

Chandler Jones DE from Syracuse

Many prognosticators had Chandler pegged as a top 40 pick so the Green Bay Packer Front Office is shocked to still see him there. They fully believe he has the build to put on more weight and eventually take over the 5 spot. Along with OLB Andre Branch taken in the 1st round the Packers believe there pash rush woes are over.

Given how famous his family is with his brother Arthur Jones as DL with the Baltimore Ravens and his other brother Jon Jones the Light-Heavyweight UFC Champion he fits perfectly in what the Packers envision in their new and young defense.

 

[rmartin65]

The Green Bay Packers with the 90th and their 3rd selection in the 2012 TT Draft select

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Vinny Curry OLB from Marshall

After a 2 sack performance and a QB hurry that caused an interception in the Senior Bowl, the Packer front office is SHOCKED that he is still on the board and along with Andre Branch who was picked in the first round the Packer pash rush should be much improved this year. We had him pegged as a possible 1st round and at worst an early 2nd round pick. These 2 OLB picks should capably play across from Clay Matthews and give him a needed rest at times.

He was picked 47th overall.

 

[nytexan]

He was picked 47th overall.

I caught that as soon as I pasted it and changed the pick.

 

[rmartin65]

I caught that as soon as I pasted it and changed the pick.

Nice pick. I am amazed at how many players have dropped, while at the same time noting that there have been (by my board/opinion) relatively few picks that I would call "reaches".

This is a deep draft.

 

[beerlover]

Nice pick. I am amazed at how many players have dropped, while at the same time noting that there have been (by my board/opinion) relatively few picks that I would call "reaches".

This is a deep draft.

at least three rounds deep with starter material.

 

[rmartin65]

at least three rounds deep with starter material.

Absolutely. I hope to stretch that into the 4th round for the Dolphins in this mock. There is a player that I have had my eye on for a round and a half, who I would have taken in the 3rd had WR not suddenly become a need.

 

[beerlover]

Absolutely. I hope to stretch that into the 4th round for the Dolphins in this mock. There is a player that I have had my eye on for a round and a half, who I would have taken in the 3rd had WR not suddenly become a need.

think I have a good idea who that is

 

[rmartin65]

think I have a good idea who that is

Why I oughta...

 

[WolverineFan]

With the 93rd pick of the draft the Baltimore Ravens select...

Derek Wolfe, DE - Cincinnati

I really like Wolfe as a prospect, especially when it comes to his fit in a 3-4 defense. I'll say it right now, he really reminds me of J.J. Watt. Not as athletic or as talented, but the same kind of player. He's a big penetrator, who is great at getting into the backfield and rushing the passer. Wolfe was a 3-year starter at Cincinnati and was named the 2011 Big East Defensive player of the Year after he finished the season with 19.5 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks. He has a high motor and is one of those "never quit" guys that every team covets.

DE isn't a huge need for Baltimore because they have talent there with Haloti Ngata, Pernell McPhee, and Arthur Jones. However, depth is an issue with starter Cory Redding leaving in Free Agency. Ngata is a monster and has one starting spot locked down, but the other is up for grabs after Redding's departure. McPhee was Redding's primary backup at LE last year and played well, excelling at rushing the passer. Jones was Ngata's backup at the DE/DT spot and will likely continue that role.

I envision McPhee winning the starting LE job, but I think Wolfe will contribute as a rookie as his primary backup while Jones continues to backup Ngata. In the 4-3 alignment, I think Wolfe slides inside to DT on passing downs while Ngata slides down to NT to give the Ravens a front-four pass rush of McPhee, Wolfe, Ngata, and Terrell Suggs. With Baltimore's new hybrid 3-4/4-3 defense the front four is even more important to the pass rush now with less blitzing to be coming from the LB's behind them. I also think it's important for Baltimore to keep getting younger and more athletic up front.


Ravens Draft:
1 - Peter Konz, C - Wisconsin
2 - Ronnell Lewis, OLB - Oklahoma
3 - Derek Wolfe, DE - Cincinnati

 

[beerlover]

Go figure, Ravens addrress defense. thought OG would be the pick to replace Grubbs, maybe wolverine is plugged in to replacing him via free agent Evan Mathis? Wolfe to wolverine makes sense also with Redding leaving, nice pick

 

[WolverineFan]

Go figure, Ravens addrress defense. thought OG would be the pick to replace Grubbs, maybe wolverine is plugged in to replacing him via free agent Evan Mathis? Wolfe to wolverine makes sense also with Redding leaving, nice pick

Thank you sir.

Ravens re-signed Matt Birk so I see Konz being able to compete with Justin Boren and Jah Reid for the LG spot. Think Konz takes over at Center in 2013 when Birk likely retires. I'll go OG then

 

[Rey]

With the 94th pick in the Texans Talk Mock Draft the 49'ers select:

Isiah Pead

Seems like a lot of people are down on Pead around here for some reason, but I think he's going to be a good back in the NFL. I think this is a good place to take him. The 49'ers could use some talent on the offensive side of the ball and Pead not only brings that, but he also adds value to the special teams. With Gore and Pead I think the 49'ers will have a formidable one-two punch.

Picks so far:

1) Stephen Hill, WR
2) Brandon Boykin, CB
3) Isiah Pead, RB

 

[Dutchrudder]

After Rey picks:

3.95) New England Patriots - Beerlover -

3.96) New York Giants - KMG 365 -

Round 4


4.97) St Louis Rams - pbat488 -

4.98) Indianapolis Colts - Doppelganger -

4.99) Minnesota Vikings - Section516 -

4.100) Philadelphia Eagles - Shaft75 -

4.101) Cleveland Browns - Dutchrudder -

4.102) Jacksonville Jaguars - Hou-Tex -

4.103) Washington Redskins - Aussie Texan -

4.104) Miami Dolphins - RMartin65 -

4.105) Carolina Panthers - Timekiller -

4.106) Buffalo Bills - Texan4Ever -

4.107) Seattle Seahawks - Ndevine7 -

4.108) Kansas City Chiefs - Honoring Earl 34 -

4.109) New York Jets - kiwitexansfan -

4.110) Washington Redskins - Aussie Texan -

4.111) San Diego Chargers - Srrono -

4.112) Chicago Bears - MistaRed -

4.113) Arizona Cardinals - Brandon420tx -

4.114) Dallas Cowboys - SteelBTexan -

4.115) Philadelphia Eagles - Shaft75 -

4.116) Tennessee Titans - Señor Stan -

4.117) Cincinnati Bengals - Kaiser Toro -

4.118) Detroit Lions - Super Mario -

4.119) Cleveland Browns - Dutchrudder -

4.120) Pittsburgh Steelers - Stingray -

4.121) Denver Broncos - JCTexan -

4.122) Houston Texans - Bah007 -

4.123) New Orleans Saints - RT22 -

4.124) Green Bay Packers - nytexan -

4.125) Buffalo Bills - Texan4Ever -

4.126) San Francisco 49ers - Rey -

4.127) New England Patriots - beerlover -

4.128) New York Giants - KMG 365 -

 

[beerlover]

New England selects - Bruce Irvin, OLB West Virginia 6-3 245

Natural stand up rush linebacker, instinctual with probably quickest first step in 2012 NFL Draft. Patriots covet players who excel in space which is measured @ combine in drill sessions, primarily 3-cone drill were Bruce had the second fastest time ever for a DE. His 20 yard shuttle was the fastest ever along with solid numbers lifting, 23, vertical 33 1/2, BJ 10-3 40-yd Dash: 4.50 (1st among DLs, unofficially a 4.43 on 2nd run)'

All that said do his numbers (combine) support his other numbers (game stats)? Well in his two years @ West Virginia only Ryan Kerrigan (drafted 16th last year by the skins) had more sacks in two years with 23.5 compared to Bruce Irvin"s 22 sacks. His frame could support another 5-10 lbs creating a monster 250 lb OLB with burst & bubble, long arms 33 1/2" to rip past blockers & change of direction ability to deflect, tip, break otherwise disrupt any QB's timing & rhythm.

The combination of Perry, who could kick inside to DE in a 3-4 or down with hand in dirt 4-3 along with DT Reyes disrupting & penetrating inside lanes will create pathways for a speed edge rusher in the mold of a Bruce Irvin. I've been checking this mock expecting to make another pick but this selection just came the Patriots way both as value, BPA & need selection. CB position was addressed with Jayron Hosley & Patriots added safety help in free agency with Steve Gregory along with Anthony Gonzalez, WR formerly of the Colts so Bellibeer is hitting on all needs in free agency enhancing ability to select BPA. Patriots also just added Raiders OLB/DE Trevor Scott which will take pressure off a rookie like Irwin so he can excel on special teams, situation pass rushing reps gaining valuable mentoring from proven NFL veteran leadership.

BL

 

[Dutchrudder]

^ good pick. I was hoping him, McClellan or Robinson would make it to my fourth round pick. The Browns need OLB help, but he was the last one I thought could step in and start for them. Hopefully they get an OLB in free agency before I pick...

 

[KMG 365]

With the 96th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants select...

Cliff Harris, CB, Oregon

Not your typical Tom Coughlin pick. He generally looks for high character guys. Harris has first round talent but serious character issues. If he matures then the Giants have picked up a steal. Besides playing corner, Harris can also return punts.

 

[mr. peebs]

with the 1st pick in the 4th round of the 2012 texans talk mock draft, the st. louis rams select..

t.y. hilton, wr, florida international

one of my personal favorite players in the draft, the rams are ecstatic to select mr. hilton out of FIU. after not reaching for what they felt was a receiver that didn't fit what they were looking to do, the rams held out hope that t.y. would be here and were rewarded with their faith. he holds numerous records at fiu and has the speed and route running ability to become an absolute monster with bradford as his quarterback. given time to adjust to the speed of nfl defenses after playing against lesser competition in the sun belt conference, we see hilton maturing and becoming one of the most dynamic receivers in the nfl.

2012 rams mock draft so far:
1) matt kalil, ot, usc
2) zach brown, olb, unc
3) mike martin, dt, michigan
4) t.y. hilton, wr, fiu

the indianapolis colts are now on the clock!

 

[rmartin65]

A lot of nice picks right in a row. This is looking like such a deep draft.

BL- you did not steal my pick! Irvin is a good one though.

 

[beerlover]

with the 1st pick in the 4th round of the 2012 texans talk mock draft, the st. louis rams select..

t.y. hilton, wr, florida international

one of my personal favorite players in the draft, the rams are ecstatic to select mr. hilton out of FIU. after not reaching for what they felt was a receiver that didn't fit what they were looking to do, the rams held out hope that t.y. would be here and were rewarded with their faith. he holds numerous records at fiu and has the speed and route running ability to become an absolute monster with bradford as his quarterback. given time to adjust to the speed of nfl defenses after playing against lesser competition in the sun belt conference, we see hilton maturing and becoming one of the most dynamic receivers in the nfl.

2012 rams mock draft so far:
1) matt kalil, ot, usc
2) zach brown, olb, unc
3) mike martin, dt, michigan
4) t.y. hilton, wr, fiu

the indianapolis colts are now on the clock!

good thing you finally took a WR because Brandon Lloyd just signed with the Patriots for reportedly 3 years 12 million which is in the Jacoby Jones neighborhood, guess he really wanted to play in Josh McDaniels offense again.

 

[Dutchrudder]

I PM'd Dopp. I really hope my guy doesn't get taken in the next 3 picks...


4.98) Indianapolis Colts - Doppelganger -

4.99) Minnesota Vikings - Section516 -

4.100) Philadelphia Eagles - Shaft75 -

4.101) Cleveland Browns - Dutchrudder -

4.102) Jacksonville Jaguars - Hou-Tex -

4.103) Washington Redskins - Aussie Texan -

4.104) Miami Dolphins - RMartin65 -

4.105) Carolina Panthers - Timekiller -

4.106) Buffalo Bills - Texan4Ever -

4.107) Seattle Seahawks - Ndevine7 -

4.108) Kansas City Chiefs - Honoring Earl 34 -

4.109) New York Jets - kiwitexansfan -

4.110) Washington Redskins - Aussie Texan -

4.111) San Diego Chargers - Srrono -

4.112) Chicago Bears - MistaRed -

4.113) Arizona Cardinals - Brandon420tx -

4.114) Dallas Cowboys - SteelBTexan -

4.115) Philadelphia Eagles - Shaft75 -

4.116) Tennessee Titans - Señor Stan -

 

[Wolf6151]

New England selects - Bruce Irvin, OLB West Virginia 6-3 245

That was a very good pick late in the 3rd round. I thought he would have been gone by now. Very good value.

 

[JCTexan]

New England selects - Bruce Irvin, OLB West Virginia 6-3 245

Natural stand up rush linebacker, instinctual with probably quickest first step in 2012 NFL Draft. Patriots covet players who excel in space which is measured @ combine in drill sessions, primarily 3-cone drill were Bruce had the second fastest time ever for a DE. His 20 yard shuttle was the fastest ever along with solid numbers lifting, 23, vertical 33 1/2, BJ 10-3 40-yd Dash: 4.50 (1st among DLs, unofficially a 4.43 on 2nd run)'

All that said do his numbers (combine) support his other numbers (game stats)? Well in his two years @ West Virginia only Ryan Kerrigan (drafted 16th last year by the skins) had more sacks in two years with 23.5 compared to Bruce Irvin"s 22 sacks. His frame could support another 5-10 lbs creating a monster 250 lb OLB with burst & bubble, long arms 33 1/2" to rip past blockers & change of direction ability to deflect, tip, break otherwise disrupt any QB's timing & rhythm.

The combination of Perry, who could kick inside to DE in a 3-4 or down with hand in dirt 4-3 along with DT Reyes disrupting & penetrating inside lanes will create pathways for a speed edge rusher in the mold of a Bruce Irvin. I've been checking this mock expecting to make another pick but this selection just came the Patriots way both as value, BPA & need selection. CB position was addressed with Jayron Hosley & Patriots added safety help in free agency with Steve Gregory along with Anthony Gonzalez, WR formerly of the Colts so Bellibeer is hitting on all needs in free agency enhancing ability to select BPA. Patriots also just added Raiders OLB/DE Trevor Scott which will take pressure off a rookie like Irwin so he can excel on special teams, situation pass rushing reps gaining valuable mentoring from proven NFL veteran leadership.

BL

Nice pick. I almost selected him with Denver's third rounder but decided to go with Billy Winn instead.

 

[beerlover]

A lot of nice picks right in a row. This is looking like such a deep draft.

BL- you did not steal my pick! Irvin is a good one though.

couldn't bring myself to do it

 

[Blake]

REMINDER: Clocks are 6 hours now. Not 12.

 

[Doppelganger]

Good morning Texans Talk Mock draft community. Even though it is the weekend, I will still go ahead and make my pick.

This offseason has seen major changes across the board for the DoppelColts. While we have lost Manning, Saturday, Clark, Addai, and Brackett, we are thrilled to have retained Reggie Wayne and Robert Mathis. They will be be extremely helpful in helping our young squad learn the ropes and take the necessary steps needed to compete in the tough AFC South and beyond.

Our philosophy this offseaon has been to take the best players we could in order to replenish the team with young, hungry talent. With our first pick we selected Standout QB Andrew Luck. With our next two picks we completely re-tooled the O line with studs OG/OT Kelechi Osemele and OC/OG Phillip Blake.

With our fourth selection of the draft we have looked over our draft board and our stunned to see this player still on the board. We had originally graded him as a mid 2nd round talent, so we are stunned to see him still available here in the 4th round. This young man is a football player. All season and throughout the Senior Bowl, he was able to get separation, make tough catches, display good hands, and had very good route running. He is a big boy who presented a large target for his QB down the field. In 2011, he caught 75 receptions for 956 yards and 11 touchdowns. In 2010, he caught 82 passes for 1,233 yards and 11 touchdowns. He is the kind of player that would benefit very well from learning from Reggie Wayne. In addition, he and Mr. Luck will grow together and be a major obstacle for defenses for years.

So, without further ado, the DoppelColts are proud to present to you our fourth selection of the 2012 Texans Mock Draft: Mr. Juron Criner!

DoppelColts 2012 Texans Talk Mock Draft Selections
1. Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford
2. Kelechi Osemele, OG/OT, Iowa State
3. Phillip Blake, OC/OG, Baylor
4. Juron Criner, WR, Arizona

 

[Blake]

Super Mario is now Blake, for obvious reasons.

Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk

 

[kiwitexansfan]

Don't mean to be 'that guy' but should we throw out a couple of names for the Vikings?

Tick tock tick tock.

 

[rmartin65]

Its the weekend, clock stops. His timer will start at 8 tomorrow morning.

 

[kiwitexansfan]

Its the weekend, clock stops. His timer will start at 8 tomorrow morning.

Not here it's not!!

It's Monday afternoon and I'm bored at work.

Git er done!







I'll crawl back into my hobbit hole now.

 

[rmartin65]

Not here it's not!!

It's Monday afternoon and I'm bored at work.

Git er done!







I'll crawl back into my hobbit hole now.

Haha, forgot you were in NZ. I checked his profile though, he has not been on for a while.

 

[Section516]

WR Marvin McNutt, Iowa

 

[rmartin65]

WR Marvin McNutt, Iowa

Speak of the devil!

 

[Dutchrudder]

WR Marvin McNutt, Iowa

One more pick and I can get my guy...

 

[kiwitexansfan]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That was my guy.

I really like McNutt, think he would be great value round about here.

Nice big target, able to make the spectacular catch.

Think he could be a really good redzone WR.