Since it looks like the mock will take a while, I wanted to go ahead and throw my analysis of my picks for the Rams out for everyone to critique and kick Carl's ass in the process.
Rams 2008 selections(so far)
1st pick-Glenn Dorsey-
I believe Dorsey is the best player in this year's draft. All the research I've done on him indicates he is totally healthy and a healthy Dorsey should help shore up the Rams average to weak D-line. Carriker and Dorsey could become the most dominant DT tandem in the game and for years to come. Carriker and Dorsey together would form the new wrecking crew. Dorsey's talent is too much to pass on.
(Projected as a Starter)
2nd pick, OT, Sam Baker-
While Baker isn't considered the cream of the crop of this year's draft, all he did was become a THREE-TIME ALL-AMERICAN at a big-time program. Last year's hamstring injury slowed Baker down some, but that is likely why he drops to the 2nd round.
At, 6'5" 309 lbs and the USC pedigree, Baker has some major upside and most likely will start from day one at RT, if Pace is healthy. (Projected as a Starter)
3rd Pick, WR, Andre Caldwell-
Caldwell's speed combined with his hands show as much promise as any of WRs in this year's class. Caldwell has the most receptions in Florida Gators history and showed he can come back from injury and still produce. I believe Caldwell is incredible value in the
3rd round. (Projected as the slot receiver)
4th pick, C, Mike Pollack-
Pollack is considered by many the best center in this year's draft class. To get the projected best player at his position and at a position of need is worthy of a 4th rounder. Pollack will definitely make the team and projects to become a future starter.
(Projected Back-up in 2008, starter from then on)
5th pick-RT Kirk Barton-
Considered the anchor for the Ohio State Buckeyes O-line, Barton is a great prospect. Barton has tremendous upside and will push for playing time in the near future. Barton allows the Baker transistion to LT to be a smoother process.(Back-up in 2008, starter in 2009 and beyond)
6th pick-CB/FS Michael Grant
Grant has serious speed. He runs a 4.37 40 yard dash. He's raw, but he's known for his hitting and catch-up speed. He played FS and then was moved to corner and helped improve Arkansas' secondary. He's considered to be a tough, underrated player who has good hands. The size, speed, and versatility seems like a major coup this far into the draft.
I've tried to stick to my board, but when your team sucks, it's easy to get players of value and fill voids. I've enjoyed the draft and appreciate being able to throw my two cents into the conversation. Thanks for all the cool posts and thanks to everybody for doing their part and making this happen-it's be fun.
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