I really like the scenario where we trade down to #21. If EVERYTHING fell into place, this would be my perfect draft.
#21 WLB
Clay Matthews USC 6 '3 1/8" 240 4.62
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/504552
Showing burst off the snap as a hybrid defensive end and surprising fluidity and instincts in coverage, Matthews posted 56 tackles and finished third on the team in tackles for loss (9.5) and second in sacks (4.5).
Reliable open-field tackler. Versatile defender who flashes as a natural pass rusher off the edge. Good speed upfield and has the balance and burst to redirect his rush. Good initial hand punch to pop the blocker and disengage. Good effort and speed in pursuit. Instinctive defender who played well in space as a traditional linebacker. Excellent special teams player.
Index : 5.46
#46 OC
Eric Wood Louisville 6' 4" 310 5.19
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/522812
Compares To: ERIC MANGOLD, New York Jets -- Both centers are savvy blockers who might lack the devastating hand punch to shock an opponent, but both play with good mirror ability and urgency. Wood is alert to twists and games and while he is stiff in his hips, he does fire off the snap quickly to attack his opponent.
Index : 5.0
#77 RB
Andre Brown NC State 6' 0 1/8" 224 4.47
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/584399
He gets most of his yardage up the middle, demonstrating the speed and strength to fire into the pile and push it.
If you are looking for a very explosive north-south runner, Brown is the perfect fit. He moves on the ball's snap with no hesitation and it is rare to see him false step. He has great timing at the mesh point and while he lacks loose hips, this is a player with explosive speed, one that can consistently make defenders miss when exploding up the hole. He makes quick decisions and has a sudden burst past the line of scrimmage.
Index : 5.37
#85 SS
Chip Vaughn Wake Forest 6' 1 3/8" 221 4.45
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/516539
Vaughn has averaged 90 tackles and has developed a reputation for making big plays in crucial situations. Blessed with rare size and hitting ability, Vaughn is sure to intrigue teams looking for an enforcer and in-the-box presence at safety.
Index : 5.42
#112 DE
Cody Brown Connecticut 6' 2" 244 4.76
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/565732
Denied all-Big East honors in 2007, despite 16.5 tackles for loss and 7.5 sacks, because of the talent in the conference. Conference coaches were right to acknowledge his 2008 production, however, and did so -- granting Brown first-team accolades after his 55 tackle, 16.5 tackle for loss, 11 sacks and five forced fumbles made him arguably the conference's most explosive defender.
Index : 5.29
#121 CB
Keenan Lewis Oregon St 6' 0 3/4" 195 4.47
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/504720
A 45-game starter, Lewis has the experience in the pass-happy Pac-10 to be able to make an early contribution to an NFL franchise. Blessed with a long, lanky build, strong hand punch and an explosive burst to close, Lewis is well-suited to the aggressive man-to-man schemes Oregon State prefers. He lacks the eye-popping athleticism and gaudy interception totals to warrant a first-round pick, but could ultimately be a better NFL corner than players drafted ahead of him.
Index : 5.40
#122 SLB
Scott McKillop Pittsburgh 6' 1" 243 4.72
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/516918
Productive, instinctual player who sorts through the trash to get to the ballcarrier, seems to have an innate sense of how and when to slide through oncoming blockers. … Very good backfield awareness, always seems to know where the ball is. … Recognizes tight ends going out on delayed routes. … Breaks down well in space and makes secure tackles in the open field. … Can get to the outside to meet the back at the edge. … Drops quickly and hustles to meet receivers in intermediate routes. … Gets a good hit on slot receivers to knock them off their route. … Knows where the sticks are and tries his best to keep underneath receivers from getting there.
Index : 5.58
#152 FS
Chris Clemons Clemson 6' 0" 208 4.38
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/502303
Lanky build with room for additional growth. … Has at least adequate pure game speed to be the last line of defense. … Takes good angles in pursuit. … Reads the quarterback and gets a jump on the ball. … Flashes a late burst to close. … Good open-field tackler. … Has the lateral quickness and balance to break down in space and wraps up. … Agile enough to slip blocks and make tackles near the line of scrimmage. …
Index : 5.09
#188 RB
Javarris Williams Tenn State 5' 9 1/2" 223 4.51
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1248564
He runs with good body lean and works to finish while maintaining balance. He has a good feel for reading his blockers and will get the hard yards up the middle when he keeps his shoulders squared. The thing you see on film is Williams' pick-and-vision when running inside. He does a good job of picking up his feet and is functionally nimble working through tight areas.
Index : 5.05
#223 DT
Roy Miller Texas 6' 1" 310 4.98
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1123389
A veteran of 49 games with the Longhorns, Miller leaves with 138 career tackles, 25 tackles for loss, and 10 sacks including 49-11-5.5 as a senior in earning first-team All-Big 12 honors as voted by the conference coaches.
Good lower-leg drive and use of leverage to hold up as a nose guard. … Can anchor against the double-team and create a pile. … Flashes some initial and lateral quickness as a pass rusher. … Quick hands and impressive upper-body strength to disengage from blocks and make tackles at the point of attack. … Flashes some explosiveness as a hitter. … High-effort player who will pursue down the line. …
Index : 5.31