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Looks like Manny Lawson could be available, according to this latest draft...

MOCK DRAFT 9.0: Round 1
Pick Team Player Pos. School Previous Rising/Falling High/Low
1. Texans Reggie Bush RB Southern California 1st SAME 1st / 1st

The smoke was pretty thick for awhile, but in the end, Reggie Bush is just too rare of a talent for the Texans to pass up. Mario Williams' upside is certainly enough to warrant him being the first pick in most drafts, but not 2006. The Texans sent their first contract proposal to Bush's representation Friday. Expect a deal before the pick is made.
2. Saints Mario Williams DE N.C. State 5th (+3) 2nd / 5th
The Saints will ultimately fall back to Mario Williams because he is just too good to pass up. That said, the Saints are still looking to trade down. Their most likely partner remains the New York Jets, who would then take Williams. If the Saints are able to trade down, OT D'Brickashaw Ferguson and OLB A.J. Hawk are the considerations.
3. Titans Matt Leinart QB USC 2nd (-1) 2nd / 3rd
The Titans are legitimately considering Vince Young with this pick, but with Steve McNair likely to be playing for the Baltimore Ravens next season, Tennessee cannot afford a project. The team has generally erred on the side of athleticism and upside, as past picks Steve McNair, Albert Haynesworth and Adfam "Pac-man" Jones have shown. However, Leinart's ability to make an immediate impact remains the overriding reason for the selection here.
4. Jets Jay Cutler QB Vanderbilt 13th (+9) 4th / 13th
Offensive tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson remains a possibility, but the Jets are quite enamored with Cutler and will strongly consider the SEC's Player of the Year this season. Again, however, watch for a potential move from the Jets to acquire the second overall pick to land Williams.
5. Packers D'Brickashaw Ferguson OT Virginia 4th (-1) 2nd / 6th
Most likely the Packers will draft outside linebacker A.J. Hawk here. However, if an offensive tackle the caliber of Ferguson is available, don't be surprised to see them change their strategy. Elite offensive tackles are simply a rarer commodity than outside linebackers and whether Ferguson would be protecting Brett Favre or Aaron Rodgers, an improvement on the Packers' offensive line is needed.
6. 49ers A.J. Hawk OLB Ohio State 6th SAME 5th / 7th
The 49ers would seemingly be ecstatic with both Hawk and Vernon Davis on the board, and could go either way. With better depth at tight end and wide receiver in the later rounds, however, the team might go with the surer thing in Hawk. The former All-American linebacker is considered by some to be the safest pick of the draft.
7. Raiders Vernon Davis TE Maryland 8th (+1) 6th / 10th
The Raiders might consider quarterback Vince Young, but with a potential superstar in Davis available, the decision could easy. Davis is a steal at this point, and Oakland is high on 2005 draft pick QB Andrew Walter.
8. Bills Brodrick Bunkley DT Florida State 11th (+3) 8th / 12th
Assistant general manager Tom Modrak was fairly candid with the media about the team's preference for a defensive tackle with this selection. Bunkley fits new scheme best and is moving up the board after breaking the school record for tackles for loss in one season (25). One note, however. Should any of the top three quarterbacks make it this far down the board, watch out for a surprise turnaround selection. With a new coaching staff, often come new thoughts on the quarterback position, and J.P. Losman certainly hasn't done much in his first two seasons to warrant long-term confidence.
9. Lions Michael Huff DB Texas 7th (-2) 9th / 13th
The Lions would really like to see Huff still on the board. A heady, reliable defender like Huff, if available, would make the type of commitment-to-physicality statement the Lions are looking to make in the first round.
10. Cardinals Vince Young QB Texas 3rd (-7) 3rd / 13th
If Young begins to drop, watch for the Cardinals to explore trading up. Young sliding this far would be a bit of a surprise, and if not able to secure him, the Cardinals would likely focus on a defensive tackle Haloti Ngata or perhaps offensive tackle Winston Justice if he remained available. If Young makes it here, he is the pick. That might not be the case if either Leinart or Cutler fall this far.
11. Rams Chad Greenway OLB Iowa 17th (+6) 11th / 31st
The Rams have many options with this pick. Outside linebacker, defensive tackle, tight end and perhaps even quarterback — should one make it here — all make sense for various reasons. In the end, the Rams go with the surest thing in Greenway, a durable tackling machine who is rising late on draft boards.
12. Browns
Haloti Ngata DT Oregon 10th (-2) 10th / 18th
The two primary needs for the 3-4 alignment are a nose guard capable of occupying two blockers and outside linebackers. Though the Browns addressed each of these positions via free agency, they are still looking for depth. The Browns are thought to be extremely high on both Ngata and defensive end Kamerion Wimbley, and would seemingly be happy if either were available.
13. Ravens Kamerion Wimbley DE/OLB Florida State 12th (+1) 12th / 18th
The Ravens' three biggest needs are at safety, offensive line and quarterback. However, reports have the Ravens higher on Wimbley, or trading down to acquire more picks rather than go for offensive tackle Winston Justice, who is expected to be picked in the low teens. Wimbley has often been compared to former Seminole Peter Boulware and, with this selection, he'd be drafted to replace him.
14. Eagles Winston Justice OT USC 9th (-5) 9th / 18th
Andy Reid, a former offensive line coach himself, knows the value of a strong line. Jon Runyan recently re-signed and the team likes Shawn Andrews as his eventual replacement, but left tackle Tra Thomas is a bit of a question mark after back surgery this offseason. Justice, a career right tackle with left tackle athleticism, would give the Eagles plenty of options.
15. Broncos
(from Falcons) Chad Jackson WR Florida 15th SAME 14th / 29th
Former first-round pick Ashley Lelie continues to struggle with consistency and could be traded on draft day. Rod Smith can't last forever. Jackson likely made himself the draft's top wideout with a superb showing at the Combine, along with big-play ability (Florida-record 22.3 yards per catch) in 2004 and more consistency (tied Florida record with 88 receptions) in 2005. The Broncos surprised many when they selected cornerbacks with their first three picks last year. The team could pay similar attention this year to pass catchers, whether at receiver or tight end, throughout Day One.
16. Dolphins Jimmy Williams DB Virginia Tech 16th SAME 11th / 22nd
Nick Saban has shown a willingness to take a chance on inconsistent athletes with Ricky Williams and Manuel Wright. Williams wasn't as dominant at his Pro Day as expected and struggles with consistency at times, but is the draft's most gifted cornerback. Some might feel the Dolphins have addressed the need for corners with the recent free agent additions of Will Allen and Andre Goodman, but neither is a true playmaker to start along with Travis Daniels.
17. Vikings Ernie Sims LB Florida State 14th (-3) 14th / 23rd
Sims' great speed has earned him comparisons to Derrick Brooks, considered by many to the prototypical Cover-2 outside linebacker, and would be a good fit for the Vikings. Watch out for a surprise selection here of a running back. Though the Vikings added free agent Chester Taylor to be their bell-cow and have some depth, there are reports the club is intrigued by several runners, including LSU's Joseph Addai.

18. Cowboys Jason Allen FS Tennessee 18th SAME 15th / NR
The Cowboys would like to add a playmaking free safety opposite Pro Bowl strong safety Roy Williams. Allen, who missed most of the 2005 season with a dislocated hip, has drawn red flags from some teams' medical staffs, but is still considered a strong first round value. He could easily be the Cowboys' pick here even with the free agent addition of Marcus Coleman from Houston. Picks 18-32 could feature a historic run on defensive backs.
19. Chargers Santonio Holmes WR Ohio State 23rd (+4) 14th / NR
General manager A.J. Smith has essentially announced his intention to trade ultra-reliable linebacker Donnie Edwards. This comes on the heels of other moves that seemingly contradict the wishes of head coach Marty Schottenheimer (trading Drew Brees was the prime example). Schottenheimer has historically steered clear of wide receivers in the first round and this selection might signify the growing rift between the front office and coaching staff. That said, Holmes' playmaking ability would clearly fill a need for the speed-starved Chargers.
20. Chiefs
(from Bills) Johnathan Joseph CB South Carolina 20th SAME 16th / 30th
After releasing Eric Warfield and Dexter McCleon, the Chiefs will strongly consider top cornerback prospects with their first-round pick. Only Jimmy Williams is considered a lock for the top 20, however, and the Chiefs might have to reach a little. Joseph is a spectacular talent, but is a gamble as the junior essentially played only one season at the D-I level. Joseph transferred to South Carolina following one season at Coffey Community College and lost most of the 2004 season to a broken foot.
21. Patriots Donte Whitner S Ohio State 26th (+5) 21st / NR
Bigger holes can be found at linebacker, receiver and arguably even running back, but the Patriots have been strongly investigating the high ranking safeties of this draft. Whitner is skyrocketing up boards amid the belief that he might be versatile enough to handle any position in the defensive backfield, including cornerback.
22. 49ers
(from Broncos via Redskins) Manny Lawson DE/OLB N.C. State 22nd SAME 11th / NR
With the free-agent departures of outside linebackers Julian Peterson and Andre Carter, the prospect of landing Lawson might have been a driving force behind the 49ers sending second- and third-round picks to Denver for this selection. Lawson posted 10.5 sacks his senior season and has the potential to become a big playmaker in a 3-4 scheme. The 49ers will consider Lawson here regardless of what direction they go with the sixth pick.
23. Buccaneers Tye Hill CB Clemson 19th (-4) 15th / 31st
Tampa's Cover-2 defensive scheme doesn't necessarily require cornerbacks with Hill's speed, but his agility and burst are highly valued. Tampa has plenty of options with this pick and the general consensus is they'll simply take the best available player. Hill is ranked quite high by some team, but could conceivably tumble down the board due to a wealth of corners ranked so closely and his lack of size (5-10, 185).
24. Bengals Antonio Cromartie CB Florida State 28th (+4) 18th / NR
Under Marvin Lewis the Bengals have shown a willingness to gamble on playmakers. Cromartie, with only one start to his credit, certainly is a playmaker, as he scored touchdowns on three of his six career turnovers (5 INTs, 1 fumble recovery) and is also a talented return man. Cromartie is raw, but coaches at Florida State claim he is the best athlete they've had since Deion Sanders.
25. Giants Bobby Carpenter LB Ohio State 21st (-4) 21st / NR
Even with the free agent addition of LaVar Arrington, insiders tell us the Giants are quite high on Carpenter and will strongly consider him here. The team selected OG Chris Snee, the son-in-law of head coach Tom Coughlin, two years ago and could make another sentimental selection here, as Bobby is the son of former Giant standout, Rob Carpenter.
26. Bears Ashton Youboty CB Ohio State 24th (-2) 24th / NR
Though the Chicago defense certainly established itself as one of the NFL's best last season, the Bears' struggles stopping wide receiver Steve Smith in the playoffs served as a red flag. Expect the team to address its defensive backfield in the first round. Youboty has the size and pure speed that other Bears cornerbacks lack.
27. Panthers LenDale White RB Southern California 27th SAME 14th / 32nd
LenDale White's torn hamstring could drop him out of the first round. However, teams willing to look past the injury and instead focus on his 57 career touchdowns, tied for the Pac-10 record, could be rewarded. The Panthers' power running game would be a great fit for White and the team is certainly looking for depth at the position with the brittle DeShaun Foster as the starter. White could be the first of an intriguing late run on backs to finish the first round.
28. Jaguars Joseph Addai RB LSU NR (NR) 28th / NR
Thirty-year-old Fred Taylor has missed starts each of the past two seasons and while the depth behind him is solid in Greg Jones and Alvin Pearman, neither is considered a potential feature back. Addai is moving up the board as the draft approaches and could be a surprise selection here. The Jaguars are expected to look for a tight end and outside linebacker on the first day and will consider any prospects of value. They also are thought to be quite high on Cromartie.
29. Jets
(from Broncos) DeAngelo Williams RB Memphis 25th (-4) 21st / NR
The Jets will look for a future replacement for aging star Curtis Martin throughout the draft. If a back of Williams' caliber is available with this selection, he certainly would be a consideration.
30. Colts Laurence Maroney RB Minnesota 30th SAME 24th / 30th
Maroney's vision and smooth running style make him a natural fit for the Colts, who are looking toward the draft to replace Edgerrin James.
31. Seahawks Kelly Jennings CB Miami 31st SAME 20th / NR
The Seahawks feel their top remaining priority is the defensive backfield. Hill and Jennings are two corners whose slight frames could drop them down the board a bit. Scouts appreciate Jennings' consistency and 40 career starts for the Hurricanes.
32. Steelers Nick Mangold C Ohio State 29th (-3) 28th / NR
If Mangold were to fall into Pittsburgh's lap, the Steelers would be facing a dilemma. While they have capable starters and depth throughout the interior of their offensive line, the team feels Mangold is a legitimate first-round pick. Safety Darnell Bing or wide receiver Demetrius Williams are other options should the team elect to fill a greater need.