1. Detroit Lions - RB Adrian Peterson, Oklahoma (6-2, 218) Adrian Peterson will resolve any doubt about the seriousness of Kevin Jones lis franc injury. This is Matt Millen's last chance to actually have a good draft. Peterson is the safest pick as he has no serious injury history and could impact this offense from the first time the whistle blows week 1 in 2007.
2. Oakland Raiders - OT Joe Thomas, Wisconsin (6-8, 313) If Art Shell does return, he knows that he has the reigns and needs to build an offensive line first. Their defense is top-notch but the offense is bad and Joe Thomas would be a nice foundation to build upon and could actually affect Robert Gallery's play if he shuffles the line around. Thomas' two knee surgeries concern me though.
3. Cleveland Browns - QB Brady Quinn, Notre Dame (6-4, 227) With a quarterback controversy right around the corner, Quinn, with the Belichick-Weiss-Crennel connection, will be a nice compliment to a franchise looking for its first franchise quarterback since Bernie Kosar. Cleveland has a lot of holes but will not pass up on this situation. Quinn will also fill the seats in Cleveland.
4. Tampa Bay Bucs - DE Gaines Adams, Clemson (6-5, 260) Simeon Rice probably played his last game for Tampa Bay and they will need a true, young pass rusher to rebuild this defense around.
5. Arizona Cardinals - CB Leon Hall, Michigan (5-11, 194) There is little depth at cornerback for the Cardinals. They can't pass on the best defensive back in the draft, even if he isn't a safety. Leon Hall has also drawn comparisons to Champ Bailey.
6. Houston Texans - QB JaMarcus Russell, Louisiana State (6-6, 260) David Carr will be shown the door, probably a year too late, but with him leaving, the big boy Russell will step in and his connections to the Houston area through Hurricane Katrina provide Texans' fans with a glimpse of hope for the future.
7. Washington Redskins - WR Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech (6-5, 235) Dan Snyder will finally get a go-to receiver for his young quarterback Jason Campbell. While the Redskins' needa viable second option, Johnson could fill in as the first option and make the trade for Brandon Lloyd look like the nonsense it was.
8. Minnesota Vikings - WR Dwayne Jarrett, Southern Cal (6-5, 210) - If Jarrett comes out, the Vikings will not pass on him, but if he stays in school, they will take Sidney Rice here. With no true first or second option at the wide-out position, Tarvaris Jackson needs someone that he knows he can depend on.
9. San Francisco 49ers - DT Alan Branch, Michigan (6-6, 331) The 49ers do not have any impact defensive lineman after the aging Bryant Young. Branch's stock continues to soar as he is the best inside pass rusher and run defender in this draft.
10. Miami Dolphins - CB Daymeion Hughes, California (6-2, 188) Miami's secondary showed signs of hope this year, but at other times, they were picked apart by a signal caller named J.P. Losman. Hughes is a true corner that focuses on the coverage rather than the highlight reel. He has great hands and won't have a problem snatching interceptions.
11. St. Louis Rams - OLB Paul Posluszny, Penn State (6-2, 238) The Rams haven't had an impact linebacker for a while now. With no true starters in this corps, I look for the Rams to build this group up with Posluszny and possibly another linebacker in round 3 or 4.
12. Atlanta Falcons - DT Amobi Okoye, Louisville (6-1, 317) Grady Jackson is ancient and the other two tackles that you can name are overrated. This line has the potential to be a great one and the young Okoye will give it some character.
13. Carolina Panthers - QB Troy Smith, Ohio State (6-1, 215) Even Romeo Crennel said that height doesn't determine how good a quarterback can be. Drew Brees and Tarvaris Jackson are two recent starting quarterbacks that were knocked for their height. Jake Delhomme is all but gone and Smith will get the chance to connect with Steve Smith on an everyday basis.
14. Green Bay Packers - RB Marshawn Lynch, California (5-11, 217) Ahman Green is most likely a goner, and you know with Vernand Morency and Noah Herron, that the Packers will look for their next franchise running back. Lynch is a monster and will fill this void effectively.
15. Pittsburgh Steelers - OT Levi Brown, PennState (6-5, 328) There is no question about this call here. With age and turmoil on this offensive line, the Rooney's need someone to protect their franchise quarterback. Look no further than this backyard hero.
16. New York Giants - CB Darrelle Revis, Pittsburgh (6-0, 200) The Giants have plenty of holes to fill but if they want to compete against the other teams in the NFC, they will need a cornerback to check ball with the likes of Terry Glenn, Reggie Brown, Donte Stallworth, and Santana Moss.
17. Buffalo Bills - WR Sidney Rice, South Carolina (6-4, 202) Buffalo looks like they do have their franchise quarterback but he has only one true option to look for downfield. The Bills do not have many holes really, and may be on the verge of turning the corner as a franchise. If they could grab this mutant wide receiver, they should extend McGahee's contract immediately because they will wreak havoc for years in the AFC East.
18. New England Patriots (from Seattle) - ILB Patrick Willis, Ole Miss (6-2, 240) The linebackers in Foxboro are aging and Belichick will look for a classy, humble team orientated player to be the next in line.
19. Kansas City Chiefs - WR Ted Ginn, Jr., Ohio State (6-0, 180) Eddie Kennison is getting up their in years and Samie Parker is all but gone. The Chiefs haven't had a legitimate threat at wide out since Sly Morris' rookie year. Ginn has also talked about playing corner back as well. Since he can return kicks, is he the next Deion Sanders or Tyrone Calico?
20. Jacksonville Jaguars - OLB Earl Everett, Florida (6-3, 234) Clint Ingram needs someone to push him and Mike Peterson is starting to get gray hair and wrinkles. Everett is an impact pass rusher that is solid in zone coverage.
21. Cincinnati Bengals - DT Quinn Pitcock, Ohio State (6-3, 295) The Bengals have a lot of holes to fill and they need to start bringing in guys without character issues. Pitcock is a Buckeye and a class act that is strong in run defense.
22. Tennessee Titans - DE Quentin Moses, Georgia (6-5, 257) The defensive line needs a young anchor. Albert Haynesworth won't be back after his accolades and Kyle Vanden Bosch is hurt more than he is healthy.
23. Dallas Cowboys - S LaRon Landry, Louisiana State (6-2, 202) Dallas needs a safety that can do more than just make a big hit. They need one that can cover and help efficiently in run defense. Landry is a freak at safety but is regarded as a mutant because he covers like a corner.
24. New York Jets - CB Aaron Ross, Texas (6-1, 192) Justin Miller was a pleasant surprise but this secondary is still very vulnerable. Ross is one of the more renown cornerbacks and will immediately play a role in turning this secondary around.
25. Philadelphia Eagles - DE Victor Abiamiri, Notre Dame (6-4, 270) With Kearse's injury history and the inconsistencies of Darren Howard, the Eagles will look for another young end to compliment sack master Trent Cole.
26. Denver Broncos - S Reggie Nelson, Florida (6-1, 193) Denver does not need much but they could draft a safety to eventually replace John Lynch. Nelson is a good safety that really never received the respect he deserved in the fast paced SEC.
27. New Orleans Saints - DT Frank Okam, Texas (6-5, 315) The Saints have had trouble getting pressure from up the middle. Okam is a big boy that has quick hands and feet. He shouldn't have a problem penetrating in spite of his size.
28. New England Patriots - S Tom Zbikowski, Notre Dame (6-0, 210) It is no secret that Rodney Harrison is getting old and hurt more often. Zbikowski has great character and fortitude. His presence would automatically be felt in this locker room as well.
29. Indianapolis Colts - I/OLB H.B. Blades, Pittsburgh (6-0, 240) Cato June is probably playing his last season as a Colt and after him, their isn't any depth. This linebacker's corps' play was horrid this year. Blades is a versatile linebacker that cruises in zone coverage.
30. Baltimore Ravens - OLB Rufus Alexander, Oklahoma (6-1, 230) With Adalius Thomas on his way out, the Ravens will look to replace him and some talented depth. Alexander is a strong linebacker that reminds me of Thomas as he has played safety before, but in high school.
31. Chicago Bears - OT Arron Sears, Tennessee (6-4, 320) The line is getting old and could use some valuable depth. This may not be the most pressing need but Chicago doesn't really have many pressing needs after injuries.
32. San Diego Chargers - ILB Buster Davis, Florida State (5-10, 240) I said it once, I will say it again. This pick makes perfect sense. Edwards and Godfrey are getting old and the Chargers will look for a young prospect to replace either of them eventually.
33. Detroit Lions - OT Joe Staley, Central Michigan (6-5, 300)
34. Oakland Raiders - OG Justin Blalock, Texas (6-4, 329)
35. Cleveland Browns - DT DeMarcus Tyler, North Carolina State (6-2, 305)
36. Tampa Bay Bucs - WR Dwayne Bowe, Louisiana State (6-3, 218)
37. Arizona Cardinals - OT Sam Baker, Southern Cal (6-5, 305)
38. Houston Texans - S Michael Griffin, Texas (6-0, 205)
39. New York Jets (from Washington) - DE Adam Carriker, Nebraska (6-6, 295)
40. Minnesota Vikings - CB Antoine Cason, Arizona (6-0, 182)
41. San Francisco 49ers - WR Steve Smith, Southern Cal (6-0, 195)
42. Miami Dolphins - OLB Juwan Simpson, Alabama (6-3, 222)
43. St. Louis Rams - DT Brandon Mebane, California (6-3, 295)
44. Atlanta Falcons - CB Tanard Jackson, Syracuse (6-1, 193)
45. Carolina Panthers - TE Zach Miller, Arizona State (6-5, 259)
46. Green Bay Packers - CB Marcus McCauley, Fresno State (6-1, 205)
47. Pittsburgh Steelers - OLB Stewart Bradley, Nebraska (6-4, 250)
48. New York Giants - RB Antonio Pittman, Ohio State (5-11, 195)
49. Buffalo Bills - OT Ryan Harris, Notre Dame (6-5, 292)
50. Seattle Seahawks - S John Wendling, Wyoming (6-1, 222)
51. Kansas City Chiefs - DT Justin Harrell, Tennessee (6-4, 300)
52. Jacksonville Jaguars - OG Ben Grubbs, Auburn (6-3, 318)
53. Cincinnati Bengals - S Eric Weddle, Utah (6-0, 200)
54. Tennessee Titans - TE Greg Olsen, Miami, Fl. (6-5, 252)
55. Dallas Cowboys - OT Jake Long, Michigan (6-7, 313)
56. New York Jets - RB Tony Hunt, Penn State (6-2, 230)
57. Philadelphia Eagles - S Brandon Meriweather, Miami, Fl. (6-0, 195)
58. Denver Broncos - RB Kenny Irons, Auburn (5-11, 200)
59. New Orleans Saints - CB Fred Bennett, South Carolina (6-1, 198)
60. New England Patriots - WR Jeff Samardzija, Notre Dame (6-5, 218)
61. Indianapolis Colts - DT Marcus Thomas, Florida (6-3, 296)
62. Baltimore Ravens - QB Brian Brohm, Louisville (6-4, 224)
63. Chicago Bears - DT Kareem Brown, Miami, Fl. (6-5, 315)
64. San Diego Chargers - WR Rhema McKnight, Notre Dame (6-2, 212)