After a little more than a month, many of the mock drafts out there have transformed and now look a little more like mine. However some changes have made me rethink a couple things, leaving me with the following, my 2nd Mock Draft; ENJOY!

***March 23rd, 2007.
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Oakland Raiders: JaMarcus Russell
My original top pick overall stands pat. Russell, unless the Raiders get a brain and pick Calvin Johnson, will be the top pick overall. It makes sense. Russell is the most talented player at the Raider’s biggest need, and he’s an ideal Al Davis player. Bingo, bongo, he should go number one.

Detroit Lions: Brady Quinn
Before just recently, everyone and their mother has the Lions passing on Brady and picking an offensive lineman with this pick. Like I said earlier, I just don’t see it. Calvin Johnson, maybe. Even a stud defensive end, Gaines Adams, maybe. But Joe Thomas? Not the Lions. I look for the Lions to find the taker who gives them the most in return for Brady Quinn, or just pick the young signal caller straight up. Bottom line, I don’t see Quinn falling past the 2nd pick.

Cleveland Browns: Calvin Johnson
I know the Browns have Kellen Winslow II, and Braylon Edwards, but its not as if those two have teamed to make a certified offensive attack. Calvin Johnson makes it 3 super-talented receiving threats, giving the Browns plenty of room to toss the ball around. If Quinn and Russell are both gone, the logical choice has to be CJ. Unless of course the Browns take Peterson, but I am getting the feeling that Cleveland doesn’t have a ton of love for AP. Wait for the next few rounds to add offensive line and running back help. Lots of good backs that don’t cost the 3rd pick in the draft. Can’t get a Calvin Johnson anywhere else.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Joe Thomas
The Bucs are dreaming Calvin will still be there with their 4th selection, but they call them dreams for a reason. It would be a shame that a coin flip made the difference, but they again, I kind of like the thought of that. Should have called tails. If the Bucs proved anything last year, it was that they need offensive line help in a big way. Thomas fits the bill.

Arizona Cardinals: Gaines Adams
CJ’s pick by the Browns has messed it all up, and Joe Thomas is no longer there for the Cardinals to pluck. So, I’d have to say the Cardinals pass on Adrian Peterson here, they have plenty of action in their backfield, and God knows they need much more than another runner. Look for the Cardinals trying to find a draft day trade here, but if they can’t, I wouldn’t be surprised if they went with Gaines Adams. Adams would fit real nice like on the opposite side of Chike Okeafor.

Washington Redskins: Alan Branch
AB would help alleviate a horrid rush defense in Washington, something the Redskins will definitely need to do if they plan on competing in the NFC East. Giants (Droughns and Jacobs) Eagles (Westbrook) and Dallas (Jones and Barber). Do work young fella!

Minnesota Vikings: Jamal Anderson
Anderson could be just what the Vikings keep trying to draft at the defensive end position. Not one player on the Vikings roster had more than 5.5 sacks, which isn’t a good sign. Anderson has been shooting up my draft board, and the rest of the NFL as well, I’d imagine. WR’s a huge need for this team, but there’s so many good ones, while taking one now would be a reach. Rule #1; never reach with the 7th pick. Troy Williamson is a perfect example of that.

Atlanta Falcons: LaRon Landry
I love Landry, and its becoming more and more accepted to take a safety early. Defensive ball hawks and sure tackling speed demons don’t come around all that often, and the Falcons could really use someone to make big plays in their defensive secondary. Landry is that guy. The Falcons brass talks about having a big back, but is AP really a big back? I wouldn’t put it past the Falcons taking Peterson.

Miami Dolphins: Leon Hall
How bad do the Dolphins need solid play at corner? Well, they will almost surely take the top defensive back on their board with this pick. There’s so many good things in Miami’s D, they can’t waste another year starting guys who give up big plays on the corner. Hall is great in coverage, and against the run. Look for him to go 9th.

Houston Texans: Levi Brown
After investing their world in Matt Schaub, the Texans will surely need to add some clout to their offensive line. Everyone knows they don’t want Matt to get gun shy right off the bat. Brown could be a bit of a reach here, but I’d be stunned if he makes it past pick 18, so maybe its worth it for Houston. They need a line, and Brown could be the best tackle in this draft. A chance Houston needs to take. This would take some balls in Houston, though, as AP would give the Texans a nice 1-2 punch now, with Green, and a bright future with Matt and Andre Johnson. Line is the smart pick. Especially without a 2nd round selection. Smart doesn’t mean they’ll do it though.

San Francisco 49ers: Amobi Okoye
The 49ers could use a plethora of things, but first they need a super star in the waiting to sure up their defensive line. When you think about Okoye being a 10 year veteran in this league, and still showing up in the program at 29 years of age, you get trembles down your spine. Okoye is the smartest pick for this young and coming squad.

Buffalo Bills: Adrian Peterson
I love Jarrett teaming with Lee Evans, but if AP drops this far, I can’t see the Bills leaving him on the board. They gave away McGahee for a couple 3rd round picks, and no way they thought Peterson would be here to take his place. I still question the Texans passing on him, but in this Mock, the Bills get their Oklahoma wish.

St. Louis Rams: Ted Ginn Jr.
The Rams need help in their secondary, among many other defensive needs. And while a corner like Revis has all the intangibles, speed, hips, and a knack for getting his hands on the ball make him everything you want in a corner, I just think Ted Ginn Jr. getting lessons from guys like Isaac Bruce and Torry Holt, is a situation that would set up the Rams for the future. Ginn has bee said to have route running and ball catching deficiencies… With Holt and Bruce as his teachers, that will change in a hurry. Speed like this, with playmaking ability, that doesn’t come around often.

Carolina Panthers: Patrick Willis
Willis could give the Panthers the power they need as a MLB. Carolina just lost Draft, their starter from last season, and would be lucky if the Bills get Adrian Peterson so they can get their hands on Patrick. He’s the perfect fit for a very good defense. Another option, Dwayne Jarrett to team with Steve Smith. But there are so many receivers, only a couple great linebacking options.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Lawrence Timmons
It will be interesting to see what the Steelers do, switch to new head coach Mike Tomlin’s beloved 4-3 or stick with the 3-4. It might take a while to make the change, but Tomlin will make sure it happens, so don’t expect a 3-4 pick to be made here. Don’t be stunned if the Steelers make Reggie Nelson their pick. In a cover 2, teaming with Troy Polamalu, that secondary would be top flight. However, I’m going out on a limb to say the Steelers take a linebacker that fits Tomlin’s schemes better. Paul Posluszny is good, but Lawrence Timmons is the most explosive of the bunch, he’s my favorite here.

Green Bay Packers: Marshawn Lynch
I hate to have the same damn pick as pretty much every mock draft I’ve seen, but this is a great place to get a future featured back for an offense that is now going into the season with Vernand Morency as their starter. Honestly, to the rest of you haters out there, I like Morency, however, Lynch could very well be the best NFL runner in this draft, and this is a great place to pick him.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Reggie Nelson
I really liked Ginn Jr. going here, a perfect addition to the big WR’s in Jacksonville. But with Reggie Nelson still on the board, and the Jaguars in need of a starting safety, receiver will have to wait. Nelson is right up there with Landry as the best safety in the draft, so if the Jaguars can get him here, they’ll pass on Ted.

Cincinnati Bengals: Paul Posluszny
Please, please, please! I plead to those who watch over Cincinnati and the dire need of adding good people to the Bengals, young men who won’t sell coke, slap police officers, shoot guns, feed booze to young underaged women, drink and drive, and live in the substance abuse program in the NFL. Can you please force the Bengals to pick Posluszny? I know he doesn’t fit the form, but is that such a bad thing? This kid does all the right things, on and off the field, and after a season as pathetic as the Bengals just had, Paul’s the perfect fit. I’d hate to live in Cinci too, don’t get me wrong, but Paul is smart enough not to retaliate by beating women, old people, dogs, and small children. That alone should get him the nod.

Tennessee Titans: Jarvis Moss
The last time the Titans picked a receiver in the first round was 1998 (Kevin Dyson). In the last 8 drafts, the Titans have had six 1st round picks. Five of those picks have been that of the defensive nature. I’m putting the numbers together as I write. Seems like most of the time Mr. Fischer and the Titans have gone with a defensive selection. I’m going to go out on a limb and say they do it again in ’07. Many think the Titans are dying to add some more game breakers at the receiver spot, but honestly, I think they’re happy enough to go somewhere else with this pick, especially with all the defensive stars sitting on the board. In this receiver heavy draft, the 2nd or 3rd round will have a couple possibilities for big production, so right here, I think the Titans will strengthen their D core with the addition of a defensive lineman. I’m going with Jarvis Moss. He’s not necessarily a freak like Javon Kearse freak, but the kid plays all out with some fantastic speed, which is just what the Titans need to improve all aspects of their defense. In fact, a big addition here would make them a pretty intriguing defense going into next season. Another option is Chris Houston. The corner is moving up the boards, and Pacman Jones is moving closer to Bubba’s prison cellmate.

New York Giants: Darrell Revis
You can never get enough help at corner. Sam Madison struggled on the corner in New York, and Corey Webster wasn’t amazing either. Revis will at least give the Giants a little youth at the spot, something they need. He doesn’t fill their biggest need, but he’s a damn good player on the corner. Many have him going in the top 15, and at pick 20, I think this young man is a steal.

Denver Broncos: Charles Johnson
If Dre Bly remains in Denver, and I haven’t heard anything to tell me he’s out yet, I expect the Broncos to wait on taking a defensive back until later rounds. If Bly does get traded, the Broncos will take a corner in the first round. However, lets assume Bly stays. The Broncos now have many options, and not too many needs. Young corners like Aaron Ross or Marcus McCauley are still options, even with Bly remaining a Bronco. I’m just vexed by this pick. If I were the Broncos, I’d take Carriker, because I think the kid could be a great run stuffer, and bull rushing pass rusher, even in a 4-3. But they won’t do that, he’s not a perfect fit. I’ll go with Charles Johnson, the D-End from Georgia. He’s a bit of a reach here, but has the makings of a very good player.

Dallas Cowboys: Adam Carriker
The Cowboys don’t need Carriker, but they sure could use him. And with their draft luck, he’ll still be there waiting to get a little star on his helmet. He has all the ability to become a great player in a 3-4, making him a perfect fit in Dallas and new coach Wade Phillips. The Cowboys need help in the secondary, but free agency will hug it out with a safety. Right now they take the best available, and Adam is too good and too perfect for Dallas to let him walk.

Kansas City Chiefs: Dwayne Bowe
I like Bowe. In fact, I think the kid is a flat out steal here. He’s going to be a top receiver in this league. He’s not afraid to do anything. He’s big, fast, strong, and he’ll go get the ball from a defender if you just give him a chance. The Chiefs will find it tough to pass on Ted Ginn Jr., and if I were a betting man, I’d keep my money out of this one, but I think Bowe is the better fit for KC.

New England Patriots (via Sea): Anthony Spencer
Spencer has all kinds of ability. He’s very similar to Adalius Thomas, but not yet proven in the NFL. The Patriots have made so many off season moves, they can pick the best player on their board, and Spencer fits so well with what they do, I can’t imagine they let him slip pass their selection.

New York Jets: DeMarcus Tyler
This “Tank” is just what the Jets need. Well, I’d say they need about 3 Tanks, but one to start with will be a good move for one of the worst run defenses in pro football. Tyler had quite a season his senior year, and would be a perfect pick for a team looking for bulk in the middle of their defensive front.

Philadelphia Eagles: Marcus McCauley
This big, tall, physical corner with ball skills and play making ability is something the Eagles could surely use in their secondary. Right off the bat, Marcus would give the Eagles someone to match up with guys like Plaxico Burress and Terrell Owens, as certainly the Eagles have struggled defending the big receivers over the last few years. Look for the Eagles to make a “smart pick”, one that everyone will question now, but applaud later. This is that guy.

New Orleans Saints: Greg Olsen
The Saints need defensive help, as the Eagles and Bears both proved in the Saints two playoff games. Linebackers, secondary, interior defensive linemen, you name it, needs are there. But with so man defensive players finding new teams early in Round 1, the Saints will have to turn another direction, and hope for a steal in the latter rounds to improve their defense. That leaves room for New Orleans to add something both Drew Brees and Sean Payton both love to utilize, a pass catching tight end. And there’s only one that is worthy taking this early, Miami product, Greg Olsen. Many think Greg would have had similar numbers to Jeremy Shockey and Kellen Winslow II if he was privy to a decent offensive attack in Miami. I’m not so sure about that, but Olsen looks like a very good tight end option to me, and he’s a solid blocker. His top 40 yard dash time gets him a first round nod.

New England Patriots: Aaron Ross
Ross is a great athlete in the secondary, something Bill Belichick really loves to have. Ross proved to be a good team leader in college, and always seemed willing to lay some hat when given the chance. Ross just seems like a Patriot guy to me. But what do I know?

Baltimore Ravens: Dwayne Jarrett
I know Derrick Mason is an old school favorite to Steve McNair but you’ve got to imagine both McNair and Mason have limited time left in their NFL careers. With that being said, look for the Ravens to add a big pass catcher with this pick. There’s still a few guys who look like steals late in round 1, because their talent says “early first rounder”. I like Robert Meachem’s skill-set, but think Dwayne Jarrett is just better. So, the Ravens take him here.

San Diego Chargers: Steve Smith
I may be crazy here, but I think Steve Smith has a nice future in the NFL ahead of him. He proved during the combine that he has enough speed, and surely his hands have been flawless over his career. He strikes me as a Hines Ward type guy, maybe even a Darrell Jackson type. He doesn’t look fast, but always gets there before the corner. His run after the catch was the best in college football, a solid attribute for the short passing game in San Diego. I know he hasn’t been going in the first round of many Mocks, and definitely not in front of Robert Meachem. But sometimes it pays to be different.

Chicago Bears: Michael Griffin
Contrary to popular belief, the Bears don’t need help at wide receiver. Mushin is still a good possession guy, and a great blocker, while Berrian has proven his worth as a big time play maker in Chicago. Also, Mark Bradley has a nice future ahead of him, as he’s shown some flashes that will get him more looks in ’07. With Tank Johnson’s arrest, and Lance Briggs’ claim never to play another down for the Bears, surely the Super Bowl runner-ups have their problems. But Tank will be back to start the season, and Briggs will probably be back as well, though he does sound pretty convincing. I think the Bears need some secondary help, because honestly, their defense wasn’t as great as many people think. Michael Griffin is a very solid player, as he could do a lot with his ability to dislodge the ball and break up pass plays.

Indianapolis Colts: Jon Beason
The Colts, obviously, are built to win championships right now. Adding Beason, or another linebacker in the mold of recently departed, Cato June, seems like the right move for Indy. Beason is a very good player, but a corner might be the better value pick here. I really like Marcus McCauley, but I’d be surprised if the Colts passed on Beason, he fits their system too darn well.