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Wednesday, January 21, 2004
Here are a couple of mock drafts. Kiper's stuff will be posted in the next day or so.

1. San Diego Chargers - ELI MANNING: QB, 6'4", 220#, 4.8, Mississippi
2. Oakland Raiders - ROY WILLIAMS, WR, 6'3", 210#, 4.5, Texas
3. Arizona Cardinals - BEN ROETHLISBERGER, QB, 6'5", 240#, 4.8, Miami of Ohio (jr)
4. New York Giants - SEAN TAYLOR, S, 6'3", 230#, 4.4, Miami (jr)
5. Washington Redskins - KENECHI UDEZE, DE, 6'4", 285#, 4.8, Southern California (jr)
6. Detroit Lions - KEVIN JONES, HB, 6'0", 220#, 4.4, Virginia Tech (jr)
7. Cleveland Browns - ROBERT GALLERY, OT, 6'7", 310#, 5.0, Iowa
8. Atlanta Falcons - TOMMIE HARRIS, DT, 6'3", 290#, 5.0, Oklahoma (jr)
9. Jacksonville Jaguars - REGGIE WILLIAMS, WR, 6'4", 225#, 4.5, Washington (jr)
10. Houston Texans - RANDY STARKS, DT, 6'4", 310#, 5.0, Maryland (jr)
11. Pittsburgh Steelers - STEVEN JACKSON, HB, 6'2", 230#, 4.5, Oregon State (jr)
12. New York Jets - KARLOS DANSBY, OLB, 6'4", 235#, 4.5, Auburn
13. Buffalo Bills - MICHAEL CLAYTON, WR, 6'4", 195#, 4.5, Louisiana State (jr)
14. Chicago Bears - KELLEN WINSLOW, TE, 6'4", 250#, 4.5, Miami (jr)
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - BEN TROUPE, TE, 6'4", 260#, 4.7, Florida
16. San Francisco 49'ers - WILL SMITH, DE, 6'3", 265#, 4.7, Ohio State
17. Cincinnati Bengals - MARCUS TUBBS, DT, 6'4", 320#, 5.1, Texas
18. New Orleans Saints - DEANGELO HALL, CB, 5'11", 195#, 4.4, Virginia Tech (jr)
19. Minnesota Vikings - DERRICK STRAIT, CB, 5'11", 190#, 4.5, Oklahoma
20. Miami Dolphins - LEE EVANS, WR, 5'11", 200#, 4.4, Wisconsin
21. New England Patriots - SHAWN ANDREWS, OT, 6'5", 370#, 5.4, Arkansas (jr)
22. Dallas Cowboys - VINCE WILFORK, DT, 6'2", 345#, 5.2, Miami (jr)
23. Seattle Seahawks - RASHAUN WOODS, WR, 6'2", 195#, 4.5, Oklahoma State
24. Denver Broncos - CHRIS GAMBLE, CB, 6'2", 195#, 4.5, Ohio State (jr)
25. Green Bay Packers - TEDDY LEHMAN, OLB, 6'1", 240#, 4.6, Oklahoma
26. Carolina Panthers - D. J. WILLIAMS, OLB, 6'1", 245#, 4.6, Miami
27. St. Louis Rams - VERNON CAREY, OG, 6'3", 350#, 5.2, Miami
28. Tennessee Titans - JONATHAN VILMA, ILB, 6'1", 220#, 4.5, Miami
29. Indianapolis Colts - DONTARRIOUS THOMAS, OLB, 6'2", 235#, 4.6, Auburn
30. Kansas City Chiefs - WILL POOLE, CB, 6'0", 190#, 4.5, Southern California
31. Philadelphia Eagles - ANTWAN ODOM, DE, 6'5", 280#, 5.0. Alabama
32. New England Patriots - CHRIS PERRY - HB, 6'1", 230#, 4.5, Michigan

Man, this is one wacky draft. Rashaun Woods?!?! We have enough WR, thank you. Although, if we don't sign D-Jack, that becomes a viable option.

Here's a two-rounder mock:

1. San Diego Chargers:

Ben Roethlisberger
QB, Miami of Ohio
6045, 241, 4.95/40

Ben is the top player in this draft. Some feel he has the most upside, but at this point he has more talent than Eli Manning. Flutie has been playing forever and clearly isn't the answer. Drew Brees doesn't appear to be the answer either. A WR in Larry Fitzgerald could be an option if eligible come draft day or Robert Galley the LT from Iowa.

2. Oakland Raiders:

Eli Manning
QB, Mississippi
6040, 218, 4.90/40

The Raiders look for the explosive players come draft day, but I think they need a player to build around. Manning doesn't have the upside Roethlisberger has, but will without a doubt be a solid NFL Quarterback.

3. Arizona Cardinals:

Vince Wilfork
DT, Miami-Florida
6020, 344, 5.20/40

At this stage, the Cardinals will likely need to move up to grab the top passers in the draft. I was a believer in Josh McCown after his great work at the combine and think he has a chance to do some things in the coming years. Shipp and Boldin came on strong to help the Offense, but the Defensive Line has been weak for several years. Wilfork is a great athlete for a man his size. Look for this pick to change quite often until the draft.

4. New York Giants:

Shawn Andrews
OT, Arkansas
6045, 375, 5.40/40

Gallery is a better player at this point, but the Giants have Luke Petitgiout at LT and Andrews would be a great addition to the right side of the line. Ernie Acorsi doesn't look for Offensive Lineman early, but it is tough to pass up a top player like Andrews.

5. Washington Redskins:

Sean Taylor
FS, Miami-Florida
6025, 230, 4.45/40

Washington needs help up front with Bruce Smith on his way out and Haley and Hosley don't bring much at Defensive Tackle. However, Will Smith, Kenechi Udeze and potentially Chris Canty aren't top 10 picks. Look for the Redskins to take a big time playmaker that can control the game. Kellen Winslow is another possibility at this point, but Sean Taylor could be the most impact player in his rookie season in the draft.

6. Detroit Lions

Steven Jackson
RB, Oregon State
6020, 233, 4.50/40

Jackson has better blocking ability, hands out of the backfield and runs harder than Kevin Jones making him my #1 back. Jones could go here, but Jackson seems to be the choice.

7. Atlanta Falcons* (Tied with Cleveland):

Larry Fitzgerald*
WR, Pittsburgh
6020, 212, 4.55/40

Fitzgerald from Vick, how many times will you hear that call? The Falcons need help elsewhere but Vick still needs targets.

8. Cleveland Browns* (Tied with Atlanta):

Kellen Winslow II
TE, Miami-Florida
6045, 252, 4.60/40

The college connections with Butch Davis and Kellen Winslow are there, and K2 is too good to pass up. An offensive line selection is a possibility, but Winslow looks to be a better player than Shockey and Heap.

9. Jacksonville Jaguars:

Roy Williams
WR, Texas
6030, 208, 4.48/40

This pick hasn't changed since October, and for good reason. Roy is a special player that can change a game and with Byron Leftwich, Roy should have a field day in Jacksonville. Reggie Williams is a possible choice, but Roy is the game breaker that Jacksonville needs.

10. Houston Texans:

Tommie Harris*
DL, Oklahoma
6030, 295, 5.00/40

Harris has been over hyped since day one at Norman. While he isn't the dominating player as recognized, Harris could be a great player in a 34 defense with a rush and solid run stopping ability.

11. Pittsburgh Steelers:

Kevin Jones
RB, Virginia Tech
6000, 217, 4.36/40

The team would be thrilled if a QB fell into their lap, but that doesn't seem likely at this point. I'm not a big fan of Kevin Jones, but he is an explosive player. He doesn't fit the system like Jackson would, but Jones would be an upgrade over Bettis and Zeroue. An Offensive Lineman could be a selection, but Marvel Smith fills the only position that would be filled this high at LT with Robert Gallery.

12. New York Jets

DJ Williams
OB, Miami-Florida
6010, 245, 4.55/40

With the return of Chad Pennington, the offense clearly opened up and Santana Moss really came on under Pennington as did Anthony Becht. While another receiver would be an option, the Line backing corps need an upgrade. Williams separates from Dansby and Vilma with his athletic ability and explosiveness on the field.

13. Buffalo Bills:

Reggie Williams
WR, Washington
6030, 224, 4.48/40

The Bills could use help in a few places after a poor season in Buffalo, but at this stage of the game, Williams is just too good. Josh Reed hasn't proven much this year, and #3 WR Bobby Shaw doesn't have the separation to be more than a possession guy. Williams has the speed to get downfield to keep Defenses honest and toughness to go over the middle.

14. Chicago Bears:

Randy Starks*
DT, Maryland
6035, 297, 5.05/40

Chicago made a good late season push, but the Defense didn't look the same. They need help all over the field, but the Defense was the best with the two big men in the middle. Starks doesn't have the size, but he has the ability to hold a few guys at the Point of Attack and keep the OL off of Urlacher and crew. I am a bigger fan of Dwan Edwards, but Starks has more upside.

15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers:

Michael Clayton*
WR, Louisiana State
6035, 206, 4.47/40

Michael Clayton has turned into one of my favorite players in this draft. Clayton has exceptional hands, runs good routes, blocks well and plays the game like it should be played. With Keyshawn gone, WR is a big time need in Tampa Bay. A RB could be an option, but with the injury past of Cadillac Williams, the Bucs can't afford another RB gone bad.

16. San Francisco 49ers:

Robert Gallery
OT, Iowa
6070, 316, 4.97/40

The 49ers could make a play on a WR or a top Defensive Back at this stage, but with Robert Gallery still on the board, San Francisco would be hard-pressed to pass him up. With their aging Offensive Tackles, Gallery can step right in if needed.

17. Cincinnati Bengals:

Will Smith
DE, Ohio State
6030, 265, 4.70/40

Under Marvin Lewis, the Bengals made a great turnaround. Hall, Gamble, and Strait were all thoughts at this stage, but with the ?'s on Gamble and Hall, a DE would be a solid choice. Smith is a great rusher that has improved v. the run.

18. New Orleans Saints:

Jonathan Vilma
MB, Miami-Florida
6000, 220, 4.55/40

This was a difficult pick as I struggled between Hall and Vilman. They could use help in both areas, but the Linebacker position is more of a need than the Corner position. With all the Corner's on the board, a player like Joey Thomas or Ricardo Colclough could still be on the board.

19. Minnesota Vikings:

DeAngelo Hall
CB, Virginia Tech
5105, 192, 4.35/40

DeAngelo Hall and Karlos Dansby are 1 and 2 remaining on my board and both would fill needs. After starting 6-0 and pick #31 on October 1st, the Vikings missed the playoffs. Hall will bring excellent man coverage ability as well as a great return man.


20. Miami Dolphins:

JP Losman
QB, Tulane
6025, 212, 4.73/40

As of January 1st, I don't feel confident with this selection. However, Losman, who isn't the next Dan Marino would be the best passer they have seen since Marino. Karlos Dansby could be the selection here again, but with all the struggles and 8 in the box Miami is facing, Losman could be a pick.

21. Seattle Seahawks

Kenechi Udeze*
DE, Southern California
6030, 281, 4.85/40

Throughout the months, I have had the Seahawks selecting Tommie Harris, Will Smith and David Pollack. This time, Kenechi Udeze is the pick. Harris and Smith will be gone by their pick and Pollack has dropped off the 1st round. While Udeze doesn't bring a big time speed rush, he is one of the strongest and most active Defensive End's in the draft.

22. Denver Broncos:

Derrick Strait
CB, Oklahoma
5105, 190, 4.45/40

Lenny Walls and the other Corner's have really come on strong and if they keep it up Corner won't be a need at all. But the team is still out there and things could change. The Broncos are in need of help at Defensive Tackle, but unlike past years, there isn't much depth at the position with first round value. Strait will be a consistent player for many years.

23. Dallas Cowboys:

Carnell Williams*
RB, Auburn
5105, 210, 4.45/40

Williams is another one of my favorite players in this draft and seems to be a lot of others favorites as well. However, with all the injury problems Williams who is a top 10 talent will fall some.

24. New England Patriots (via Baltimore):

Karlos Dansby
OB, Auburn
6030, 231, 4.56/40

Dansby will be a good fit for this team I feel. Many 43 teams are shying away from him from what I have heard. But, Dansby is a great athlete and football player and at this point, he is the clear top player available.

25. Green Bay Packers:

Lee Evans
WR, Wisconsin
5105, 196, 4.33/40

The Packers have tried everything at WR this season it seems, and it has actually worked. What wouldn't work with Brett Favre though? Evans will provide a player that can get deep, or take a short pass and run after the catch. At this stage, I don't see a Defensive End worthy of this selection.

26. Tennessee Titans:

Rashaun Woods
WR, Oklahoma State
6020, 194, 4.54/40

The Titans have a lot of Free Agent's at WR and I think McNair would enjoy a steady WR that can stay healthy. Woods brings good hands and route running ability to the improving Titans Offense.

27. Carolina Panthers:

Ricardo Colclough
CB, Tusculum
5105, 187, 4.49/40

Ricardo Colclough may end up as the best Cornerback in this draft. He is strong in run support and also posses the ball skills that you don't see in DeAngelo Hall and Derrick Strait. Colclough also brings big time ability to the return game.

28. Indianapolis Colts:

Nathan Vasher
CB, Texas
5095, 175, 4.47/40

The Colts are very high on Vasher and view him as their #1 Corner according to several. Vasher doesn't have great size, but has a good burst to the ball. He will bring solid man coverage skills to an improving Tony Dungy Defense.

29. St. Louis Rams:

Chris Gamble
CB, Ohio State
5115, 195, 4.50/40

Gamble has upside, and this would be a good place for him to play. In St. Louis he could use his speed to make plays instead of the technique which at this point he lacks.

30. Kansas City Chiefs:

Dwan Edwards
DT, Oregon State
6025, 310, 5.10/40

Dwan is a player that I really like, he isn't the biggest or most athletic but plays his tail off on the field. He uses his hands well and can take on 2 or 3 men which will allow the Chiefs backers to make the plays.

31. Philadelphia Eagles:

Vernon Carey
OG, Miami-Florida
6030, 345, 5.25/40

It will be tough for Carey to fall to this point, but with his injuries and constant position change at Miami Carey is likely to slip. Offensive Guard may not be such a pressing need anymore, but Carey is the best player at this pick.

32. New England Patriots:

Chris Perry
RB, Michigan
6010, 228, 4.45/40

Chris Perry is a late 2nd rounder on my board, but no other back fits this Offense like Chris Perry. He has the hands, tough running style and heart that all the Patriots seem to have. Perry and New England may be a perfect fit.


Round 2:
33. San Diego Chargers - Jacob Rogers, OT, Southern California, 6055, 300, 5.30/40
34. Houston Texans (from Oakland) - Selection forfeited in the Supplemental Draft.
35. Arizona Cardinals - Will Poole, CB, Southern California, 5100, 194, 4.45/40
36. New York Giants - Darnell Dockett, DT, Florida State, 6020, 288, 4.88/40
37. Washington Redskins - Ben Troupe, TE, Florida, 6045, 253, 4.72/40
38. Detroit Lions - Justin Smiley, OG, Alabama, 6030, 306, 4.95/40*
39. Cleveland Browns (tied with Atlanta) - Teddy Lehman, OB, Oklahoma, 6010, 241, 4.55/40
40. Atlanta Falcons (tied with Cleveland) - Carlos Joseph, OT, Miami-Fl, 6045, 332, 5.25/40
41. Jacksonville Jaguars - Michael Boulware, OB, Florida State, 6020, 226, 4.48/40
42. Houston Texans - Stuart Schweigert, FS, Purdue, 6015, 211, 4.50/40
43. Pittsburgh Steelers - Joey Thomas, CB, Montana State, 6010, 188, 4.40/40
44. New York Jets - James Newson, WR, Oregon State, 6000, 208, 4.55/40
45. Buffalo Bills - Antwan Odom, DE, Alabama, 6050, 274, 4.80/40*
46. Chicago Bears - Keith Smith, CB, McNeese State, 5110, 182, 4.43/40
47. Oakland Raiders (from Tampa) - Chad Lavalais, DT, Louisiana State, 6015, 294, 5.08/40
48. San Francisco 49ers - Marlin Jackson, DB, Michigan, 6005, 192, 4.50/40
49. Cincinnati Bengals - Bob Sanders, SS, Iowa, 5085, 194, 4.30/40
50. New Orleans Saints - Donte Nicholson, S, Oklahoma, 6015, 208, 4.50/40
51. Minnesota Vikings - Etric Pruitt, FS, Southern Mississippi, 6000, 192, 4.60/40
52. New England Patriots (from Miami) - Donnell Washington, Clemson, DT, 6045, 325, 5.10/40*
53. Seattle Seahawks - Nat Dorsey, OT, Georgia Tech, 6050, 325, 5.50/40
54. Denver Broncos - Mathias Askew, Michigan State, 6050, 296, 5.15/40
55. Dallas Cowboys - Marcus Tubbs, DT, Texas, 6040, 324, 5.05/40
56. Baltimore Ravens - Jerricho Cotchery, WR, North Carolina State, 6010, 198, 4.54/40
57. Green Bay Packers - Chris Canty, DE, Virginia, 6055, 280, 4.80/40*
58. Tennessee Titans - Nick Leckey, OG/C, Kansas State, 6030, 315, 5.20/40
59. Carolina Panthers - Ben Watson, TE, Georgia, 6030, 253, 4.53/40
60. Indianapolis Colts - Sean Jones, S, Georgia, 6015, 215, 4.55/40
61. New Orleans Saints (from St. Louis) - Greg Brooks, CB, Southern Mississippi, 5105, 181, 4.37/40
62. Kansas City Chiefs - Ahmad Carroll, CB, Arkansas, 5095, 188, 4.35/40
63. Philadelphia Eagles - Julius Jones, RB, Notre Dame, 5095, 218, 4.45/40
64. New England Patriots - Keiwann Ratliff, CB, Florida, 5100, 178, 4.55/40
*=underclassmen that hasn't declared

And one more. Fucking formatting.

FIRST-ROUND PROJECTIONS
1. San Diego Chargers - QB Eli Manning, Mississippi

Like his brother Peyton in 1998, Manning stands an excellent chance of being the first player taken but may not land with the Chargers, who will be very receptive to trading down to bolster their offensive or defensive line.

2. Oakland Raiders - QB Ben Roethlisberger*, Miami (Ohio)

The Raiders have a lot of needs. When Rich Gannon went down, the offense sank, and Gannon is not getting any younger. Roethlisberger has all the tools to be a Pro Bowl quarterback

3. Arizona Cardinals - DT Tommie Harris*, Oklahoma

Although he played in a rotation at Oklahoma, which resulted in his average statistics, Harris has the rare quickness and athletic ability to amp up the Cardinals' pathetic pass rush.

4. New York Giants - OT Robert Gallery, Iowa

With the Chargers and Raiders in need of line help, Gallery may not be available for the Giants, but Tom Coughlin made Tony Boselli his first pick in Jacksonville and will look to rebuild a struggling offensive line quickly.

5. Washington Redskins - TE Kellen Winslow*, Miami (Fla.)

The tight end position is central to Joe Gibbs' offense, and owner Daniel Snyder is a sucker for names with star power. Although D-line help is desperately needed, Winslow is a rare talent.

6. Detroit Lions - RB Steven Jackson*, Oregon State

The Lions have not had a potent running attack since the days of Barry Sanders, but Jackson could give their ground game life.

7. Atlanta Falcons (Subject to coin flip with Browns) - DE Kenechi Udeze*, USC

Udeze is a converted defensive tackle who shed 70 pounds and emerged as a force off the edge. He'll give Jim Mora a potent weapon.

8. Cleveland Browns (Subject to coin flip with Falcons) - FS Sean Taylor*, Miami (Fla.)

Former Hurricanes coach Butch Davis is very familiar with Taylor and will not pass up the chance to draft Winslow or Taylor if either is available, although Shawn Andrews could be enticing considering the Browns' desperate need for a tackle.

9. Jacksonville Jaguars - WR Roy Williams, Texas

With Jimmy Smith on the decline, the Jaguars need a premier receiver. Williams stood out more as a junior than as a senior and his stock dipped, but he's still a big-time playmaker.

10. Houston Texans - OT Shawn Andrews*, Arkansas

A defensive tackle may be a bigger need, but the offensive line lacks Pro Bowl talent. Andrews is a dominant run blocker who could protect David Carr's blind side for years to come.

11. Pittsburgh Steelers, RB Kevin Jones*, Virginia Tech

The Steelers' running game was a major source of frustration last year. Bill Cowher comes from the smashmouth school of football and needs a strong, powerful back.

12. New York Jets - OLB D.J. Williams, Miami (Fla.)

With Mo Lewis and Marvin Jones expected to be cap cuts, youth at linebacker is needed. Williams is ready to contribute right away, although his more instinctive counterpart, Jonathan Vilma, may fit better.

13. Buffalo Bills - WR Reggie Williams*, Washington

The loss of Peerless Price crippled the Bills' passing attack. Williams had a down year on a struggling Washington offense, but he has the size-speed combination to be dominant.

14. Chicago Bears - DT Vince Wilfork*, Miami (Fla.)

Brian Urlacher struggled without a big body to protect him. Jerry Angelo drafted Warren Sapp in Tampa Bay. If Wilfork can get in better shape and learn to play every down, he has Pro Bowl potential.

15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - WR Michael Clayton, LSU

Jon Gruden doesn't have a lot of patience with young receivers, but Clayton is a very fluid, polished athlete who can make fans forget about Keyshawn Johnson.

16. San Francisco 49ers - CB Dunta Robinson, South Carolina

The Niners drafted Mike Rumph to replace Jason Webster. Ahmed Plummer is hitting free agency; it could make the Webster the starter -- which the 49ers would probably like to avoid.

17. Cincinnati Bengals - DE Will Smith, Ohio State

Smith could come off the board much sooner. He can play linebacker or end and will give Marvin Lewis more flexibility to devise creative schemes.

18. New Orleans Saints - DT Randy Starks*, Maryland

This junior is stronger and more instinctive than Kris Jenkins coming out in 2000 and can fill the void left by the release of Grady Jackson.

19. Minnesota Vikings - CB Derrick Strait, Oklahoma

The Vikings need to find a premium pass rusher or shutdown corner, and the Nagurski Award-winning Strait is the best available.

20. Miami Dolphins - OL Vernon Carey, Miami (Fla.)

The Dolphins need to inject youth into an aging offensive line, and Carey's ability to play guard or tackle will make him attractive.

21. New England Patriots (from Bal.) - RB Greg Jones, Florida State

With the Cowboys in need of a running back, expect the Pats to beat them to the punch. Jones was slowed this season coming off reconstructive knee surgery, but his outstanding strength and power make him a great fit in Foxboro.

22. Dallas Cowboys - RB Chris Perry, Michigan

Troy Hambrick is not the answer for the Cowboys. Perry could be the most complete back in the draft and also could interest the Patriots.

23. Seattle Seahawks - LB Teddy Lehman, Oklahoma

The Seahawks need to keep building their defense. Lehman is stout enough to take on blockers inside and quick enough to play outside.

24. Denver Broncos - CB DeAngelo Hall*, Virginia Tech

The Broncos are looking to correct the mistakes they have made drafting cornerbacks (Deltha O'Neal, Willie Middlebrooks) by securing a lockdown corner and valuable return man.

25. Green Bay Packers - J.P. Losman, Tulane

The Packers need to address their QB situation before Brett Favre retires. Losman has the most similarities to Favre of any quarterback in the draft.

26. St. Louis Rams - CB Ricardo Colclough, Tusculum

Colclough's ability as a returner will force teams to consider him in the first round. With youth needed in the secondary, Colclough will be difficult to pass up, especially with Dane Looker returning punts.

27. Tennessee Titans - OLB Karlos Dansby, Auburn

The offensive line is a bigger need, but linebacker wasn't the most pressing need when the Titans selected Keith Bulluck at the end of the first round in 2000. Dansby is an athletic playmaker with LaVar Arrington-type potential once he matures.

28. Philadelphia Eagles - WR Rashaun Woods, Oklahoma State

Woods may fall out of the first round because of his lack of speed, but he has more playmaking ability than any current Eagles receiver.

29. Indianapolis Colts - DT Marcus Tubbs, Texas

Tubbs is a solidly built, physical specimen who can bolster the Colts' interior defensive line and improve the weak link in their run defense. He's an athletic two-gap tackle who fits their scheme.

30. Kansas City Chiefs - CB Chris Gamble, Ohio State

The Chiefs need a No. 1 receiver, and Wisconsin's Lee Evans could be intriguing, but the offense wasn't the reason the Chiefs didn't advance in the playoffs. Gamble is raw but has tremendous upside and could develop into the best cornerback the Chiefs have had since Dale Carter.

31. Carolina Panthers - LB Jonathan Vilma, Miami (Fla.)

Vilma has very similar size and instincts to former Hurricanes LB Ray Lewis and could easily be drafted in the same 26th slot, where he could re-unite with former mentor Dan Morgan.

32. New England Patriots - C Jake Grove, Virginia Tech

The Patriots likely will entertain trade offers to avoid having to pay two first-round selections, but if they keep the pick, they will be seeking help up front. Grove could play center or guard.

There ya have it. I'll have more info later, and if you have any, by all means post on the comment board.

etch-a-sketched by john at 1:52 AM