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1st round (21st overall): LaMarr Woodley, DE, Michigan
-A true football player. A polished player who looks very impressive in-game. Thickly built disruptor who possesses a mix of talents inlcuding good explosion, a powerful base, and a solid mix of passrush moves (has an impressive rip-move that allows him to shed quickly). Has impressive college production, ranking 7th in the nation in sacks and 20th in tackles-for-loss. Only negatives are his lack of pure edge-speed and his tweener-build (if he was 6-5 he's a top-10 pick). He may be able to play both end positions in the NFL and he may bring versatility as a 3-4 rush 'backer leading to more defensive possibilities down the road. Solid intangibles and a defensive leader at Michigan. Projected starter on '07 team.
2nd round (53rd overall): Johnnie Lee Higgins, WR, UTEP
-A pure burner with elite speed who compares very favorably to Steve Smith in terms of YAC-ability. Runs with a near effortless gait but has no trouble leaving defenders in his wake. Consistent producer who averaged nearly 7 catches/game and 110 yards/game. Has experience returning both kicks and punts, but punt returns are his forte. Would be an explosive, down-field option for Cutler in Heimerdinger's 3 wide-heavy O (roughly 50% of plays called featured 3 WR's, IIRC). Tough player who plays through injuries. May go higher than here, but Craig Davis and Paul Williams would be similar players likely available at this pick.
3rd round (70th overall): Justin Harrell, DT, Tennessee
-A bullish inside presence with excellent size. Suffered a torn-biceps injury early this season but played through it against Florida and played well before undergoing season-ending surgery. Has long arms and would give Denver's defense a dominant inside presence along the lines of Marcus Stroud if he develops properly. 70th overall is a big fall for a consensus pre-season first rounder, but several first round talents have fallen in recent years (Shaun Rogers, Darnell Dockett, etc). Kareem Brown is a similar player who will probably be available here, as will a few top three-techniques such as Brandon Mebane and Ryan McBean.
3rd round (85th overall): Gary Russell, RB, Minnesota
-This pick is basically a designated RB pick for me, and a number of players would fit the bill here (Jon Cornish, Dwayne Wright, Tony Hunt). I chose Russell because he might have the highest upside and the most ability of them all. I've seen a number of 'niks describe Russell as an elite-talent who may even be a better prospect than both Laurence Maroney and Marion Barber III. He falls here because of his one-year academic ineligibility (Julius Jones came out with a similar plight back in '04), but he could rise fast with workouts and good interviews. Although, this is almost a Clarett-like scenario to me because we won't pick again until the 5th round.
-A true football player. A polished player who looks very impressive in-game. Thickly built disruptor who possesses a mix of talents inlcuding good explosion, a powerful base, and a solid mix of passrush moves (has an impressive rip-move that allows him to shed quickly). Has impressive college production, ranking 7th in the nation in sacks and 20th in tackles-for-loss. Only negatives are his lack of pure edge-speed and his tweener-build (if he was 6-5 he's a top-10 pick). He may be able to play both end positions in the NFL and he may bring versatility as a 3-4 rush 'backer leading to more defensive possibilities down the road. Solid intangibles and a defensive leader at Michigan. Projected starter on '07 team.
2nd round (53rd overall): Johnnie Lee Higgins, WR, UTEP
-A pure burner with elite speed who compares very favorably to Steve Smith in terms of YAC-ability. Runs with a near effortless gait but has no trouble leaving defenders in his wake. Consistent producer who averaged nearly 7 catches/game and 110 yards/game. Has experience returning both kicks and punts, but punt returns are his forte. Would be an explosive, down-field option for Cutler in Heimerdinger's 3 wide-heavy O (roughly 50% of plays called featured 3 WR's, IIRC). Tough player who plays through injuries. May go higher than here, but Craig Davis and Paul Williams would be similar players likely available at this pick.
3rd round (70th overall): Justin Harrell, DT, Tennessee
-A bullish inside presence with excellent size. Suffered a torn-biceps injury early this season but played through it against Florida and played well before undergoing season-ending surgery. Has long arms and would give Denver's defense a dominant inside presence along the lines of Marcus Stroud if he develops properly. 70th overall is a big fall for a consensus pre-season first rounder, but several first round talents have fallen in recent years (Shaun Rogers, Darnell Dockett, etc). Kareem Brown is a similar player who will probably be available here, as will a few top three-techniques such as Brandon Mebane and Ryan McBean.
3rd round (85th overall): Gary Russell, RB, Minnesota
-This pick is basically a designated RB pick for me, and a number of players would fit the bill here (Jon Cornish, Dwayne Wright, Tony Hunt). I chose Russell because he might have the highest upside and the most ability of them all. I've seen a number of 'niks describe Russell as an elite-talent who may even be a better prospect than both Laurence Maroney and Marion Barber III. He falls here because of his one-year academic ineligibility (Julius Jones came out with a similar plight back in '04), but he could rise fast with workouts and good interviews. Although, this is almost a Clarett-like scenario to me because we won't pick again until the 5th round.
). Abdullah is a solid SS prospect, and we have two coverage-oriented players with experience in Sam Brandon and Curome Cox. Anyways, Goldson was moved to corner from free safety in '06 because of UW's dire need at corner. For most of the season, he filled in admirably at his new position (despite a nagging ankle injury). However, he was a solid player at FS over the two seasons prior, as well. He's not the best deep cover guy, but he makes plays in front of him and he is a sure tackle. He'd be a big corner in the NFL, but an average safety (size-wise). Goldson, potentially, could try his luck at three secondary positions (FS, SS, CB).
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