Another draft come, another draft gone. For months we have been roaming the Internet looking and researching all possible prospects. We have witnessed workout warriors, speed demons, and humongous prospects. The wait ended three days ago. Now, meet your 2010 rookies!!
Round 1- C Maurkice Pouncey
Round 2- OLB Jason Worilds
Round 3- WR Emmanuel Sanders
Round 4- OLB Thaddeus Gibson
Round 5- OL Chris Scott, CB Crezdon Butler, LB Sylvester Stevenson
Round 6- RB Jonathon Dwyer, WR Antonio Brown
Round 7- DE Doug Worthington
I wish you all the best of luck. I support 1000%. Go out and get it done rookies, you have expectations to live up too.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Some Crazy Draft Ideas
The Steelers have the 1.18 pick in the draft. They also have two 5th round and one 7th round compensation picks. The Steelers trade down from 1.18 because Pouncey, Thomas, and all the OTs are off the board. They are able to swing a deal with Jerry Jones and the Cowboys for picks 1.27 and 2.59 so that Dallas can get OG Mike Iupati. The Steelers then trade picks 1.27 and 5.151 to Tampa Bay for picks 2.35 and 4.101. The Steelers then trade 2.52 to Andy Reid and the Eagles for picks 3.70 and 3.86 so that Philadelphia can get RB Jahvid Best. The Steelers then trade 2.59 to the Cardinals for picks 3.88 and 3.89 so the Cardinals can get TE Rob Gronkowski. The Steelers then package picks 5.155, 6.188, and 7.225 to get the 49er's 4.113 pick.
2.35- CB Kareem Jackson, Alabama
3.70- LB Sean Lee, Penn State
3.82- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas State
3.86- CB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, Pennsylvania(Indiana)
3.88- NT Linval Joseph, East Carolina
3.89- WR Andre Roberts, The Citadel
4.101- RB Anthony Dixon, Mississippi State
4.113- G/T Marshall Newhouse, TCU
4.116- DE Clifton Geathers, South Carolina
5.164- OLB Arthur Moats, James Madison
5.166- RB Deji Karim, Southern Illinois
7.242- OLB Adrian Tracy, William and Mary
Then kind of hoping that the roster would shake out like this:
QB- Ben Roethlisberger, Dennis Dixon, Charlie Batch
RB- Rashard Mendenhall, Mewelde Moore, Anthony Dixon, Deji Karim
WR- Hines Ward, Mike Wallace, Limas Sweed, Antwaan Randle El, Andre Roberts
TE- Heath Miller, Matt Spaeth, David Johnson
OL- Max Starks, Chris Kemoeatu, Justin Hartwig, Trai Essex, Willie Colon, Doug Legursky, Kraig Urbik, Marshall Newhouse, Jonathon Scott/Tony Hills
DL- Aaron Smith, Casey Hampton, Brett Keisel, Ziggy Hood, Linval Joseph, Alex Carrington, Chris Hoke, Clifton Geathers
LB- James Harrison, James Farrior, Lawrence Timmons, LaMarr Woodley, Larry Foote, Keyaron Fox, Andre Frazier, Sean Lee, Arthur Moats
CB- Ike Taylor, William Gay, Keenan Lewis, Joe Burnett, Kareem Jackson
S- Troy Polamalu, Ryan Clark, Will Allen, Akwasi Owusu-Ansah
ST- Jeff Reed, Daniel Sepulveda, Greg Warren
2.35- CB Kareem Jackson, Alabama
3.70- LB Sean Lee, Penn State
3.82- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas State
3.86- CB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, Pennsylvania(Indiana)
3.88- NT Linval Joseph, East Carolina
3.89- WR Andre Roberts, The Citadel
4.101- RB Anthony Dixon, Mississippi State
4.113- G/T Marshall Newhouse, TCU
4.116- DE Clifton Geathers, South Carolina
5.164- OLB Arthur Moats, James Madison
5.166- RB Deji Karim, Southern Illinois
7.242- OLB Adrian Tracy, William and Mary
Then kind of hoping that the roster would shake out like this:
QB- Ben Roethlisberger, Dennis Dixon, Charlie Batch
RB- Rashard Mendenhall, Mewelde Moore, Anthony Dixon, Deji Karim
WR- Hines Ward, Mike Wallace, Limas Sweed, Antwaan Randle El, Andre Roberts
TE- Heath Miller, Matt Spaeth, David Johnson
OL- Max Starks, Chris Kemoeatu, Justin Hartwig, Trai Essex, Willie Colon, Doug Legursky, Kraig Urbik, Marshall Newhouse, Jonathon Scott/Tony Hills
DL- Aaron Smith, Casey Hampton, Brett Keisel, Ziggy Hood, Linval Joseph, Alex Carrington, Chris Hoke, Clifton Geathers
LB- James Harrison, James Farrior, Lawrence Timmons, LaMarr Woodley, Larry Foote, Keyaron Fox, Andre Frazier, Sean Lee, Arthur Moats
CB- Ike Taylor, William Gay, Keenan Lewis, Joe Burnett, Kareem Jackson
S- Troy Polamalu, Ryan Clark, Will Allen, Akwasi Owusu-Ansah
ST- Jeff Reed, Daniel Sepulveda, Greg Warren
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Two Year Draft Plan
Yes, I realize the 2011 Draft is a long way off. However, I have an idea and needed to throw it on paper.
2010 Draft
Steelers trade down with Green Bay for pick 1.23 and 3.86. Steelers trade down with 2.52 to Philadelphia for pick 3.70 and 3.87. Steelers then trade up with picks 4.116 and 5.151 to get pick 4.103 from Washington.
1.23- C Maurkice Pouncey, Florida
Dominant interior player, which Pittsburgh utterly lacks.
3.70- CB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, Pennsylvania of Indiana
Very talented. Stole the show at Ohio State's pro day.....which Kevin Colbert and Mike Tomlin both attended.
3.82- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas State
Small school DE who has the size, athleticism, and potential to a be solid starter. Elite run stuffer.
3.86- WR Andre Roberts, The Citadel
Level of competition is an issue.....but this kid looked like a man among boys at The Citadel.
3.87- OLB Eric Norwood, South Carolina
Very athletic OLB who has good technique and a wide array of rush moves.
4.103- G/T Marhsall Newhouse, TCU
Big, powerful, and very athletic.Could be the dominant LG we lack.
5.155- QB Jon Skelton, Fordham
Strong arm, decent accuracy. Need some insurance for Ben anyway.
5.164- RB LaGarrette Blount, Oregon
Big powerful RB who can improve the short yardage game.
5.166- DE Brandon Deadrick, Alabama
Solid 34 DE who played in the Tide's great defense this past season.
6.188- S Quentin Scott, Northern Iowa
Big athletic safety who can play from sideline to sideline.
7.225- OLB Adrian Tracy, William and Mary
Talented small school LB who just happens to go the Tomlin's alma mater.
7.242- NT Callahan Bright, Shaw
The Rooneys might make a chance on him. Could give him the second chance....
2011 Draft
Steelers pick 21. Steelers get to the playoffs, but don't pull it out. Steelers then trade up with their 3rd, 4th, and 5th Round picks for Buffalo's high 2nd Round pick. I am also predicting that Willie Parker nets the Steelers a 5th Round compensation pick.
1. OT Marcus Cannon, TCU
Big, athletic, and powerful RT that we just don't have.
2. FS Deunta Williams, North Carolina
Athletic safety who can deliver the kill shot when presented the opportunity.
2. NT Jerrell Powe, Mississippi
Quick and powerful NT who can anchor this line for years.
5c. TE Steven Skelton, Fordham
Brother of Jon Skelton. Very productive as a blocker and pass catcher. True #2 TE.
6. ILB Greg Lloyd, Connecticut
Talented ILB who will get a look because his father is Steelers former LB Greg Lloyd.
7. CB Jason Teague, TCU
Talented late round CB.
2010 Draft
Steelers trade down with Green Bay for pick 1.23 and 3.86. Steelers trade down with 2.52 to Philadelphia for pick 3.70 and 3.87. Steelers then trade up with picks 4.116 and 5.151 to get pick 4.103 from Washington.
1.23- C Maurkice Pouncey, Florida
Dominant interior player, which Pittsburgh utterly lacks.
3.70- CB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, Pennsylvania of Indiana
Very talented. Stole the show at Ohio State's pro day.....which Kevin Colbert and Mike Tomlin both attended.
3.82- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas State
Small school DE who has the size, athleticism, and potential to a be solid starter. Elite run stuffer.
3.86- WR Andre Roberts, The Citadel
Level of competition is an issue.....but this kid looked like a man among boys at The Citadel.
3.87- OLB Eric Norwood, South Carolina
Very athletic OLB who has good technique and a wide array of rush moves.
4.103- G/T Marhsall Newhouse, TCU
Big, powerful, and very athletic.Could be the dominant LG we lack.
5.155- QB Jon Skelton, Fordham
Strong arm, decent accuracy. Need some insurance for Ben anyway.
5.164- RB LaGarrette Blount, Oregon
Big powerful RB who can improve the short yardage game.
5.166- DE Brandon Deadrick, Alabama
Solid 34 DE who played in the Tide's great defense this past season.
6.188- S Quentin Scott, Northern Iowa
Big athletic safety who can play from sideline to sideline.
7.225- OLB Adrian Tracy, William and Mary
Talented small school LB who just happens to go the Tomlin's alma mater.
7.242- NT Callahan Bright, Shaw
The Rooneys might make a chance on him. Could give him the second chance....
2011 Draft
Steelers pick 21. Steelers get to the playoffs, but don't pull it out. Steelers then trade up with their 3rd, 4th, and 5th Round picks for Buffalo's high 2nd Round pick. I am also predicting that Willie Parker nets the Steelers a 5th Round compensation pick.
1. OT Marcus Cannon, TCU
Big, athletic, and powerful RT that we just don't have.
2. FS Deunta Williams, North Carolina
Athletic safety who can deliver the kill shot when presented the opportunity.
2. NT Jerrell Powe, Mississippi
Quick and powerful NT who can anchor this line for years.
5c. TE Steven Skelton, Fordham
Brother of Jon Skelton. Very productive as a blocker and pass catcher. True #2 TE.
6. ILB Greg Lloyd, Connecticut
Talented ILB who will get a look because his father is Steelers former LB Greg Lloyd.
7. CB Jason Teague, TCU
Talented late round CB.
Another Very Active Mock
Steelers have received two 5th round compensations as well as one 7th round compensation.
Steelers trade pick to 1.18 to the Green Bay for picks 1.23 and 3.86. Steelers then trade pick 1.23 to Dallas for pick 1.27 and 3.90. Steelers then trade pick 2.52 to Philadelphia for picks 3.70 and 3..
1.27- OC Maurkice Pouncey, Florida
3.70- CB/FS Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, Pennsylvania of Indiana
3.82- OT Jared Veldheer, Hillsdale
3.86- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas State
3.87- LB Eric Norwood, South Carolina
3.90- WR Andre Roberts, The Citadel
4.116- OG/OT Marshall Newhouse, TCU
5.151- DE Clifton Geathers, South Carolina
5.155- RB Deji Karim, Southern Illinois
5.164- CB Nolan Carroll, Maryland
5.166- OLB Arthur Moats, James Madison
6.188- OLB Adrian Tracy, William & Mary
7.225- WR Armanti Edwards, Appalachian State
7.242-NT Callahan Bright, Shaw
Steelers trade pick to 1.18 to the Green Bay for picks 1.23 and 3.86. Steelers then trade pick 1.23 to Dallas for pick 1.27 and 3.90. Steelers then trade pick 2.52 to Philadelphia for picks 3.70 and 3..
1.27- OC Maurkice Pouncey, Florida
3.70- CB/FS Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, Pennsylvania of Indiana
3.82- OT Jared Veldheer, Hillsdale
3.86- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas State
3.87- LB Eric Norwood, South Carolina
3.90- WR Andre Roberts, The Citadel
4.116- OG/OT Marshall Newhouse, TCU
5.151- DE Clifton Geathers, South Carolina
5.155- RB Deji Karim, Southern Illinois
5.164- CB Nolan Carroll, Maryland
5.166- OLB Arthur Moats, James Madison
6.188- OLB Adrian Tracy, William & Mary
7.225- WR Armanti Edwards, Appalachian State
7.242-NT Callahan Bright, Shaw
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Steelers Very Active Mock
It's been a while since I last posted. It has been too long. I have tried ideas for mocks, but can't fulfill them because I myself cannot sell the idea to myself. However, this one I sold myself on......meaning it will never actually happen. Despite that, I think that the Steelers will be very active on draft day, and find some real steals on the latter days of the draft. Here is my new and latest mock:
Steelers trade down from 1.18 with the Packers to acquire 1.23 and 3.70. The Steelers also then trade down with the Eagles using 2.52 and 4.116 for picks 3.70 and 3.87. Steelers have two 5th round compensations picks and one in the 7th round.
1.23- OC Maurkice Pouncey, Florida
Pouncey falls here because centers simply do not go in the first 20 picks. And, rumor has it that the Steelers love Pouncey. I can see why: he is 6'5", 310lbs, and has played against the elite competition of the SEC the past three years. He started at guard his freshmen year and center these past two. He could do the same for the Steelers. Essex needs to be replaced at RG, and when Hartwig's contract comes to a close he can slide over to center. He will anchor this line well into the next decade.
3.70- OT Jared Veldheer, Hillsdale
Facts remain that Willie Colon has still not signed his RFA tender. Veldheer has all the makings of a great OT: he is big at 6'8" 320lbs, is very athletic, is an exceptional pass protector, and plays with great leverage for a man of his size. He needs a little bit of work in the run blocking department, but he has intangibles you ask for in a bookend OT.
3.82- ILB Jamar Chaney, Mississippi State
I am hoping that some owner named Al Davis doesn't draft this guy. Chaney can fall to this pick. Chaney will be the perfect complement to Timmons down the road. He is strong against the run, is very good in coverage, is very fast for an ILB, and can really lay the wood. Chaney is also a strong tackler and can take on blocks, unlike Timmons.
3.86- CB/FS Awkasi Owusu-Ansah, Indiana of Pennsylvania
Awkasi is simply one of the most talented DBs in this draft class. Scouts have been baffled how this kid did not get recruited to play at a bigger program. Owusu-Ansah has elite speed, great hands, plays big and physical, and has phenomenal closing speed. If I had to compare him to a NFL safety, it would be Ed Reed of the Baltimore Ravens. If I had to compare him to a NFL corner, it would be Charles Woodson of the Green Bay Packers. While level of competition is a huge issue, I still think he can make the transition. He also happens to be a sensational return man. When he fields the ball, he gets up to top speed very quickly. He also has insane balance....he takes a hit and just seems to bounce off would be tacklers and defenders. Owusu-Ansah will be a draft day steal.
3.87- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas StateCarrington is everything I covet in a 34 DE. He is strong and stout at the point of attack. He is an elite run stuffer. He has excellent lower body strength. He has an imposing 6'5" 285lbs frame that has room to grow without losing his speed, agility, or quickness. He is also an accomplished pass rusher. Put that all together, and I think you get a cornerstone 34 DE. His value should put him here at this pick. If not, we need to trade up for him......because he will be one of the best DL in this draft. Once again, level of competition isan issue, but like Owusu-Ansah, he will be one of the biggest steals of this draft class.
5.151- CB Walter Thurmond, Oregon
I seem to remember not to long ago the Steelers drafting an Oregon Duck who's senior season was cut short due to injury....that player is Dennis Dixon, who looks to have rounded the curve and step up as a reliable backup for Big Ben. Thurmond is a player who has been banged up the past two seasons.....however, that doesn't mean the kid is talented. Thurmond possesses good size at 6' 190lbs. In addition, he has good timed and closing speed, has excellent hands, and has been a beast in coverage.
5.164- RB Charles Scott, LSU
Scott's senior campaign ended with injury. It's too bad, because during preseason hype he was supposed to be a force this year. Scott is a downhill runner, which the Steelers have lacked since Jerome Bettis retired after the 2006 Superbowl win. He can become the big back that the Steelers have needed in goal line and short yardage situations. Scott may not have the speed to outrun the defense, but he has the power and strength to go right through them. He will be an excellent complementary back for Mendenhall and the Steelers.
5.166- DE Clifton Geathers, South Carolina
He is big and athletic, and shows some promise as a 34DE. He is a decent pass rusher and is solid against the run. He also has rare size at 6'8" 299lbs, who can run the 40 at a low 4.9. He could develop into something special down the road. Hell, he even has room to bulk up.
6.188- OLB Adrian Tracy, William & Mary
Tracy will be called upon the by the Steelers. Not only is he very talented, he comes from Tomlin's alma mater. Tracy has been extremely productive, recording over 30 sacks in 47 games during his career. Level of competition is always a concern with small school players, but Tracy fits the mold of a Steelers OLB.
7.225- OLB Arthur Moats, James Madison
An athletic freak of nature. His coaches rave how much of a complete player he has become: he terrorizes the QB, he is stout against the run, and he can drop into coverage. Sounds like our late round developmental OLB project to me. The Steelers scouts at the Texas vs. The Nation practices have also raved about his great quickness and speed, calling him the next James Harrison.
7.242- WR/QB Joe Webb, Alabama-Birmingham
Webb reportedly looked excellent in WR drills at his pro day. It was also noted that the Steelers spent a considerable amount of time with Webb during and after practice. Seems like a good pick this late.
UDFA:
ILB Jason Cutrera, LSU
CB R.J. Stanford, Utah
WR/CB Ray Fischer, Indiana
WR/QB Ermanti Edwards, Appalachian State
NT Callahan Bright, Shaw
OT Tyler Eastman, Maine
RB Curtis Steele, Memphis
TE Steve Maneri, Temple
PK Tobe Nwigwe, North Texas
C Kevin Matthews, Texas A&M
Steelers trade down from 1.18 with the Packers to acquire 1.23 and 3.70. The Steelers also then trade down with the Eagles using 2.52 and 4.116 for picks 3.70 and 3.87. Steelers have two 5th round compensations picks and one in the 7th round.
1.23- OC Maurkice Pouncey, Florida
Pouncey falls here because centers simply do not go in the first 20 picks. And, rumor has it that the Steelers love Pouncey. I can see why: he is 6'5", 310lbs, and has played against the elite competition of the SEC the past three years. He started at guard his freshmen year and center these past two. He could do the same for the Steelers. Essex needs to be replaced at RG, and when Hartwig's contract comes to a close he can slide over to center. He will anchor this line well into the next decade.
3.70- OT Jared Veldheer, Hillsdale
Facts remain that Willie Colon has still not signed his RFA tender. Veldheer has all the makings of a great OT: he is big at 6'8" 320lbs, is very athletic, is an exceptional pass protector, and plays with great leverage for a man of his size. He needs a little bit of work in the run blocking department, but he has intangibles you ask for in a bookend OT.
3.82- ILB Jamar Chaney, Mississippi State
I am hoping that some owner named Al Davis doesn't draft this guy. Chaney can fall to this pick. Chaney will be the perfect complement to Timmons down the road. He is strong against the run, is very good in coverage, is very fast for an ILB, and can really lay the wood. Chaney is also a strong tackler and can take on blocks, unlike Timmons.
3.86- CB/FS Awkasi Owusu-Ansah, Indiana of Pennsylvania
Awkasi is simply one of the most talented DBs in this draft class. Scouts have been baffled how this kid did not get recruited to play at a bigger program. Owusu-Ansah has elite speed, great hands, plays big and physical, and has phenomenal closing speed. If I had to compare him to a NFL safety, it would be Ed Reed of the Baltimore Ravens. If I had to compare him to a NFL corner, it would be Charles Woodson of the Green Bay Packers. While level of competition is a huge issue, I still think he can make the transition. He also happens to be a sensational return man. When he fields the ball, he gets up to top speed very quickly. He also has insane balance....he takes a hit and just seems to bounce off would be tacklers and defenders. Owusu-Ansah will be a draft day steal.
3.87- DE Alex Carrington, Arkansas StateCarrington is everything I covet in a 34 DE. He is strong and stout at the point of attack. He is an elite run stuffer. He has excellent lower body strength. He has an imposing 6'5" 285lbs frame that has room to grow without losing his speed, agility, or quickness. He is also an accomplished pass rusher. Put that all together, and I think you get a cornerstone 34 DE. His value should put him here at this pick. If not, we need to trade up for him......because he will be one of the best DL in this draft. Once again, level of competition isan issue, but like Owusu-Ansah, he will be one of the biggest steals of this draft class.
5.151- CB Walter Thurmond, Oregon
I seem to remember not to long ago the Steelers drafting an Oregon Duck who's senior season was cut short due to injury....that player is Dennis Dixon, who looks to have rounded the curve and step up as a reliable backup for Big Ben. Thurmond is a player who has been banged up the past two seasons.....however, that doesn't mean the kid is talented. Thurmond possesses good size at 6' 190lbs. In addition, he has good timed and closing speed, has excellent hands, and has been a beast in coverage.
5.164- RB Charles Scott, LSU
Scott's senior campaign ended with injury. It's too bad, because during preseason hype he was supposed to be a force this year. Scott is a downhill runner, which the Steelers have lacked since Jerome Bettis retired after the 2006 Superbowl win. He can become the big back that the Steelers have needed in goal line and short yardage situations. Scott may not have the speed to outrun the defense, but he has the power and strength to go right through them. He will be an excellent complementary back for Mendenhall and the Steelers.
5.166- DE Clifton Geathers, South Carolina
He is big and athletic, and shows some promise as a 34DE. He is a decent pass rusher and is solid against the run. He also has rare size at 6'8" 299lbs, who can run the 40 at a low 4.9. He could develop into something special down the road. Hell, he even has room to bulk up.
6.188- OLB Adrian Tracy, William & Mary
Tracy will be called upon the by the Steelers. Not only is he very talented, he comes from Tomlin's alma mater. Tracy has been extremely productive, recording over 30 sacks in 47 games during his career. Level of competition is always a concern with small school players, but Tracy fits the mold of a Steelers OLB.
7.225- OLB Arthur Moats, James Madison
An athletic freak of nature. His coaches rave how much of a complete player he has become: he terrorizes the QB, he is stout against the run, and he can drop into coverage. Sounds like our late round developmental OLB project to me. The Steelers scouts at the Texas vs. The Nation practices have also raved about his great quickness and speed, calling him the next James Harrison.
7.242- WR/QB Joe Webb, Alabama-Birmingham
Webb reportedly looked excellent in WR drills at his pro day. It was also noted that the Steelers spent a considerable amount of time with Webb during and after practice. Seems like a good pick this late.
UDFA:
ILB Jason Cutrera, LSU
CB R.J. Stanford, Utah
WR/CB Ray Fischer, Indiana
WR/QB Ermanti Edwards, Appalachian State
NT Callahan Bright, Shaw
OT Tyler Eastman, Maine
RB Curtis Steele, Memphis
TE Steve Maneri, Temple
PK Tobe Nwigwe, North Texas
C Kevin Matthews, Texas A&M
