2009 NFL Mock Draft

Detroit - Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia, Jr.
–Stafford has all the tools to be a standout QB at the next level. The Lions have pulled Daunte Culpepper out of retirement but no matter how well he plays, you can’t pass on a QB in the draft because of him. Stafford may not be ready to play right away, but he is a special talent.
Kansas City - Andre Smith, OT, Alabama, Jr.
Branden Albert was taken in the first round last year to man the LT position, but Smith could be an upgrade. Both players bring the versatility to play anywhere up front but center, so they can figure out what spot each plays later on. Either way, the team has two young standouts on the offensive line to help the offense move the football.
Oakland - Michael Oher, OT, Ole Miss
Oher still has a chance to be the top tackle selected, but Andre Smith takes that spot for now. The Raiders would love to add Oher, who may has franchise potential at the LT spot and would help give JaMarcus Russell time to utilize his arm strength down the field.
Cincinnati - Chris Wells, RB, Ohio St. Jr.
The Bengals have fallen on hard times but Wells is the type of guy who can help bring them back. He’s an Ohio kid that would love to stay home, and is the type of back you can build an offense around.
San Francisco - Michael Crabtree, WR, Texas Tech So.
The kid is legit and is not a product of the system. He is the complete package at WR and would give the 9ers their best all around receiver since TO left town.
Seattle - Malcolm Jenkins, CB, Ohio St.
Jenkins would provide some size and a physical presence in the secondary at either corner or safety.
St. Louis - Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia
Monroe has disappointed a bit and this may be a slight reach but Monroe has as much talent as any OT in the draft, and the offense needs a boost. Jake Long was the guy they wanted last year, and this year they get their next left tackle.
Houston - Brian Orapko, DE, Texas
Orapko could form a devastating pass rushing duo with Mario Williams on the other side. Adding him to a line that includes Williams and Amobi Okoye would give the Texans the best young line in the game.
Cleveland - Vontae Davis, CB, Illinois
The draft could not unfold better for the Browns with Davis still on the board. He is arguably the best player available, as well as filling a major need.
Jacksonville - Aaron Curry, LB, Wake Forest
Offensive line and WR would make sense but the best players at those spots are gone. Instead of reaching for Duke Robinson, the Jags nab Curry and add a versatile playmaker to their linebacking unit.
Denver - Rey Maualuga, LB, USC
Maualuga would give the Broncos a big time run stopper in the middle, and team with DJ Williams to give them an active duo of linebackers. His play may be a little undisciplined, but he is a playmaker and legit force between the tackles.
San Diego - Tyson Jackson, DL, LSU
Depth up front is a concern for the Chargers, and Jackson is a guy that can play a number of spots.
Minnesota - Mark Sanchez, QB, USC Jr.
Sanchez probably returns to school because he would be in the running for the top overall pick, but he could capitalize on a weak QB class this year. The Vikings would love to have a player from a pro offense that can step in because QB is their biggest need this off season.
Detroit (Dal) - Michael Johnson, DE, Georgia Tech
A playmaker off the edge has been a need for a few years, and they finally get their guy. Johnson has all the potential in the world to be a pass rush force in the NFL.
New Orleans - James Laurinitis, LB, Ohio St.
Laurinitis could play inside, but would probably play weakside with the Saints where his playmaking ability would be put on display.
Miami - George Selvie, DE/OLB, South Florida, Jr.
Parcells loves defense, and Selvie is the type of defender Parcells has taken in the past. He’s had success with early picks of John Abraham and Willie McGinest in a similar role, and Selvie has the type of impact ability they have as well.
Green Bay - Duke Robinson, OL, Oklahoma
For a team that could use some talent up front, Robinson is the ideal fit. He has the talent to be play right tackle, but he is a pro bowl caliber guard that can play in any scheme.
Indianapolis - Sen’Derrick Marks, DT, Auburn
Dungy needs a penetrating interior lineman in his scheme, and Marks would be an ideal fit.
Buffalo - Brian Cushing, LB, USC
Cushing’s all around talent and versatility makes him attractive for a lot of teams. If not for durability concerns, he’s a Top 10 talent. The Bills would love to add a player like him on the strong side of their defense and watch him make plays up and down the field.
Baltimore - Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Maryland, Jr.
A WR is a big need for the Ravens, and Heyward-Bey is as explosive as any in the draft. He’s a local kid and would add some excitement from day one for the offense.
New England - Taylor Mays, S, USC, Jr.
Secondary is a big need for the Patriots. The unit needs a physical safety with Rodney Harrison likely near the end of the road. Mays has all the talent in the world, is a very good cover man and a physical presence in the secondary.
NY Jets - Darius Butler, CB, Uconn
Upgrading the secondary is a must for the Jets, and Butler has the tools to be a standout in the NFL.
Atlanta - Geno Atkins, DT, Georgia, Jr.
The Falcons had a tremendous draft last year and have turned it around in a hurry. Adding some talent to the defensive line is the next step in their progression, and Atkins makes a lot of sense here.
Chicago - Jeremy Maclin, WR, Missouri So.
When Bernard Berrian left down, it opened up a big hole at receiver for the Bears. Maclin is a playmaker like Berrian, and would fill a sorely needed spot for that offense.
Arizona - Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia, So.
Tim Hightower has been a pleasant surprise but he does not bring the big play ability Moreno does. The offense can score a lot of points as is, but a back to compliment Hightower would make it even more explosive.
Tampa Bay - Percy Harvin, WR, Florida, Jr.
Harvin’s explosiveness could get him selected higher. His raw talent and lack of experience as a route runner likely pushes him down a bit, but the Bucs are happy it does. He could learn a lot from Joey Galloway.
Philadelphia - Jason Smith, OT, Baylor
Smith has the athletic ability to be a fine pass protector for Donovan McNabb. He is relatively new to OT, but he would be a great replacement for Tra Thomas.
Washington - Peria Jerry, DT, Ole Miss
Jerry is the best defensive lineman on the board, and could be a playmaker from the DT spot. The Skins are always in pursuit of line help, and Jerry is a guy who could lock up that interior spot for awhile.
Philadelphia (Car) - William Moore, S, Missouri
Moore would learn from Brian Dawkins and his all around ability from the safety spot would continue that type of play for the Eagles.
Pittsburgh - Alex Mack, OL, Cal
Mack is the top C in the draft but he can play any interior line spot. His physical nature fits perfectly in Pitt and he would provide an immediate impact.
NY Giants - Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma Jr.
With Shockey gone, a reliable pass catcher at TE would be a nice addition. Gresham is huge and will be a better pro than Shockey.
Tennessee - Brandon Spikes, LB, Florida, Jr.
Defense has the Titans where they are now, so why not make the unit even better? Spikes is the best player available, and would make a great unit even better.