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Friday, April 23, 2010

49ers: Best Draft of 1st Round

I think the 49ers had the smartest draft last night adding two offensive lineman, Anthony Davis and Mike Iupati. They made a statement that Alex Smith is there quarterback. They traded up two spots to #11 for there first pick to draft Anthony Davis then staying at #17 drafting Mike Iupati.

Anthony Davis is a young left tackle who will start right away for San Francisco. Mike Iupati is a great run blocker and goes hard every play. Both of them fit into the 49ers offensive scheme of running the ball with Frank Gore. Both will be starters for the 49ers.

Anthony Davis slipped a little bit due to lazyness on some plays, but I think Mike Singletary will get the most out of him. Mike Iupati is a better fit for the 49ers due to his run blocking ability. If Iupati can improve his pass blocking ability he will be a pro bowler. I

f you're a 49ers fan don't whine about not drafting Jimmy Clausen. Alex Smith is a good quarterback and will improve with Davis and Iupati. If Alex Smith had a offensive line he would not be considered a bust.

San Francisco 49ers, you had the best draft picks throught the first round. Mike Iupati and Anthony Davis will keep Alex Smith upright for at least 10 years.

Look for the 49ers to win the NFC West now with addition of Iupati and Davis to thier offensive line.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Tim Tebow, Welcome to Denver

Tim Tebow is now a Denver Bronco and for some reason I think this is a good pick for the Broncos. Tebow fits right into Josh McDaniels offense.

When I saw Denver keep trading down I knew they were going to draft Tim Tebow. Expect Tebow to be competing for the starting quarterback with Kyle Orton and Brady Quinn. If he is not the starting quarterback for Denver expect him to run the Wildcat offense.

Josh McDaniels had a private workout with Tebow before the draft. Tebow can be bring an immediate impact to the Broncos and sell some tickets in Denver.

When Tebow walks into training camp expect him to be the same from Florida. He will be a vocal leader and a role model of how to play football.

I really think Tebow has a shot to be the starting quarterback for Denver. If I were Josh McDaniels start Tebow and make the offense into a spread offense.

Tim Tebow was a smart pick for Denver and will be a great quarterback in the NFL.

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Jerry Hughes Future Indianapolis Colt?

Jerry Hughes, defensive end from TCU is a perfect fit of the Indianapolis Colts. He is a Robert Mathis clone. Coming from a relatively small school and weighing under the average weight of defensive ends.

If the Colts are considering taking Hughes I would take him immediatly. If you want someone to help out your depth on the defense get Hughes. He is a physical speciman and averaged over 10 sacks a year while at TCU.

Jerry Hughes would an immediate impact player for the Colts rotating with Mathis and Freeney. Please, Indianapolis Colts get Jerry Hughes.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Brandon Marshall: Savior of the Miami Dolphins

In my AFC division by division predictions I had the Dolphins at 5-11 due to thier lack of offensive firepower. Now they have that firepower and his name is Brandon Marshall.

Now I think the Dolphins are serious threats to win the AFC East. Ever since Brandon Marshall came out of the UCF he has been a monster on the football field.With him in a Dolphins uniform expect the Dolphins to make the playoffs.

Since Brandon Marshall is on the Dolphins expect the Wildcat Offense to go into hibernation for awhile. Just think Ronnie Brown and Brandon Marshall on the same team! That is a scary duo right there.

My record prediction for the Dolphins is now 10-6. Brandon Marshall is the savior of the Miami Dolphins.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Tim Tebow Over Jimmy Clausen?

The Buffalo Bills are considering taking Tim Tebow over Jimmy Calusen in this year's NFL Draft. Chan Gailey the Buffalo Bills coach says he wants a mobile quarterback to run his offense.

Jimmy Clausen isn't as mobile as Tebow, but he throws better then Tebow. Tebow even changed his throwing motion before the NFL Combine! You would think you would have changed that before you got to Florida University.

Also, since Chan Gailey wants a mobile quarterback Michael Vick is on the trading block. If I were the Bills if both Tebow and Clausen were still there at #9 I would choose Clausen.

If I were the Bills I would draft Jimmy Clausen then trade future draft picks for Michael Vick to come in and run the Wildcat for Buffalo.

Monday, April 12, 2010

Houston, We Have A Problem

The Houston Astros have started off the season on a bad note. Houston is 0-7 and not looking like anything will change soon with thier horrible play.

Lance Berkman has not played though due to knee surgery. I don't know how they have gotten off to such a bad start with all the talent they have. Even without Lance Berkman for another 2 weeks they still have Carlos Lee, Hunter Pence, and Roy Oswalt.

The Astros have young developing pitching talent, but they have Roy Oswalt holding down the main pitching spot with flawless games. That doesn't help with the overall team play though.

Look for this slump to end when Lance Berkman returns. He is the main offensive weapon for the Astros. If this doesn't change anytime soon look for some huge changes on the Astros roster.

NFL Division By Division Predictions Part 1 AFC

AFC West
1. Chargers 12-4
2. Broncos 5-11
3. Chiefs 4-12
4. Raiders 3-13

Overview: The Chargers will run away with the AFC West title this year. They have a tougher schedule then last year, but the same goes for the other 3 teams which makes thier records worse.

Also, look for the Broncos not to have Brandon Marshall before the season starts. That's why I have the Broncos at 5-11.

AFC East
1. Jets 13-3
2. Patriots 10-6
3. Dolphins 6-10
4. Bills 2-14

Overview: The Jets will win the AFC East due to how much firepower they have over the rest. They just traded for Santonio Holmes and are trying to persuade Jason Taylor to come to the Jets.

The Patriots will make it as a wild card at 10-6. The Reason why I say this, Wes Welker will not be 100% healthy until the middle of the season. He is rehabbing from a torn acl in the final game of the season against the Texans.

The Dolphins and Bills will be dissapointments Chad Henne is getting better, but they have a very tough schedule. They also lost Joey Porter and probably Jason Taylor who our keys to thier defense.

The Bills will draft Jimmy Clausen which I said in my mock draft. Clausen though will get pummeled with the Bills horrible offensive line. Also, look for the Bills to be at the top of the draft next year.

AFC North
1. Ravens 11-5
2. Bengals 9-7
3. Steelers 9-7
4. Browns 3-13

Overview: The Ravens will conquer this division due to thier still strong defense and the development of Joe Flacco. Also, the Ed Reed retirement rumors are false. Ed Reed will return for his 10th season.

The Bengals will have a dissapointing season. Coming off a division title I have them on the brink of missing the playoffs. The reason is thier brutal schedule. They face the Saints, Colts, Patriots, Jets, and Chargers next year. That will be too hard for Bengals fans to watch next year.

The terrible towels will stop waving when the Steelers miss the playoffs for the second straight year. Santonio Holmes was traded to the Jets, which will be a huge blow to thier now pass happy offense.


Then, the Cleveland Browns 3-13 and missing the playoffs again. Well, what do you expect thier the Cleveland Browns.

AFC South
1. Colts 14-2
2. Titans 9-7
3. Texans 8-8
4. Jaguars 7-9

Overview: The Colts will win the AFC South and also homefield advantage. Peyton Manning will have another spectacular year and possible MVP for the fourth time.

The Titans will finish 9-7 mostly behind Chris Johnson. I think Chris Johnson has a chance to get another 2,000 yard season. Look for Vince Young to have a improved season also.

The Houston Texans finish 8-8 after a 9-7 season. Andre Johnson will have another pro bowler season. Look for the Texans to break out of the 8-8 slump in 2011 with a possible playoff berth.

Then the Jaguars,  the only reason I have them at 7-9 is because Maurice Jones-Drew. Look for him to have a possible MVP campaign.

Sunday, April 11, 2010

JaMarcus Russell, Worst Draft Pick Ever

April 28, 2007 will go down as one of the worst days in Oakland Raiders history when they drafted JaMarcus Russell. Raider Nation jumped in joy when they selected JaMarcus Russell, big mistake.

Russell was selected in front of people like Calvin Johnson and even Adrian Peterson! He was in a contract dispute with the Raiders in 2007, which made him miss all of training camp. Russell did not start until late in the 2007 season for the Raiders.

Next year, JaMarcus started for the Raiders and got abused by opposing teams' defense. The offensive line for the Raiders was no help, they always are in the top 5 for most sacks allowed. Anyway, it wasn't a good year for JaMarcus Russell.

His third was even worse then the other ones. He lost his starting job to Bruce Gradkowski in the middle of the season. So, he sat on the bench for most of the season.

Then this upcoming year, hopefully won't be so bad for JaMarcus Russell, but it probably will be. He came to Raiders camp weighing in at 290 pounds! Obviously, JaMarcus Russell was one of the worst picks in NFL history.

Friday, April 9, 2010

Dez Bryant Future NFL Star

Dez Bryant could fall in the draft due to his attitude, but whoever he falls to would be a gift for any team. He is a physical specimen compared to Michael Irvin, Randy Moss, and Terrell Owens. Dez has high leaping ability, and can adjust to off-target throws.

Remember the last wide reciever taken with attitude issues, Michael Crabtree and looked how he turned out last season. He was a star for the 49ers last year. Dez Bryant has attitude issues, but he is such a huge talent.

In my first mock draft I have Dez Bryant going to the Jacksonville Jaguars with the #10 pick. I think he will go here because they desperately need a top wide reciever. Sorry Jacksonville, but Mike Sims-Walker isn't a #1 wide reciever. David Garrard should be begging to get Dez Bryant to Jacksonville.

I'm going to make a bold prediction, Dez Bryant will make more then 5 pro bowls in his career. Dez Bryant will be a great wide reciever in the NFL. Teams should overlook his attitude issues, Dez Bryant will be a gift.

Monday, April 5, 2010

NFL Mock Draft #1

1. Sam Bradford QB Rams
2. Ndamukong Suh DT Lions
3. Gerald McCoy DT Buccaneers
4. Russell Okung OT Redskins
5. Eric Berry S Chiefs
6. Bryan Bulaga OT Seahawks
7. Derrick Morgan DE Browns
8. Bruce Campbell OT Raiders
9. Jimmy Clausen QB Bills
10. Dez Bryant WR Jaguars
11. Rolando McClain LB Broncos
12. Jason Pierre-Paul DE Dolphins
13. Joe Haden S 49ers
14. C.J. Spiller RB Seahwks
15. Sergio Kindle LB Giants
16. Brandon Graham DE Titans
17. Trent Williams OT 49ers
18. Mike Iupati OG Steelers
19. Dan Williams DT Falcons
20. Earl Thomas S Texans
21. Demaryius Thomas WR Bengals
22. Jermaine Gresham TE Patriots
23. Anthony Davis OT Packers
24. Taylor Mays S Eagles
25. Jared Odrick DE Ravens
26. Charles Brown OT Cardinals
27. Maurkice Pouncey OG Cowboys
28. Ryan Matthews RB Chargers
29. Golden Tate WR Jets
30. Devin McCourtey CB Vikings
31. Brian Price DT Colts
32. Jerry Hughes LB Saints