Draft Tek "consensus mock," 7 rounds

Direckshun · 03-04-2012, 01:17 AM

http://www.drafttek.com/CMDRound1.asp

11. OG David Decastro, Stanford (solid value)

While OT remains the most likely position to be selected by the Chiefs, there are other options. Consider this, who is the best offensive line prospect in the draft? It may be Matt Kalil or it could be David DeCastro. The problem is, DeCastro plays Guard, a position with less value than Left Tackle. However, DeCastro has an amazing skill set. He is big, strong, and agile, with great fundamentals. He also has that "Merlin approved" mean streak. Plus, his leadership skills are excellent, and coming from Stanford, he is very intelligent. It is no wonder that he is considered the best Guard prospect since Steve Hutchinson. Essentially, he will lock down a offensive line spot for ten plus years at probably a near Pro Bowl level, at worst. Is that worth the #11 pick in the draft? If Scott Pioli does not like the Offensive Tackles on the board, the answer could very well be 'Yes'. - Merlin Chiefs Analyst

44. QB Brandon Weeden, Oklahoma State (good value)

The Chiefs still are interested in signing Kyle Orton and are even talking about Peyton Manning, but that does not preclude drafting a developmental QB. The Chiefs are reported to be down a bit on Ricky Stanzi's development. Hence Brandon Weeden makes sense here. There is a lot to like in Weeden. He finished the season third in the league in passing yardage, throwing for 4,277 yards with a nice 34/13 TD/INT ratio. He has a strong arm, displays accuracy on all NFL type routes, has enough mobility to be effective, and is a leader on the field. Oh yes, then there is the fact that he is 28 years old. There is a lot to work with here. If Weeden cleans up his footwork and adapts to playing under center, he could be very effective. With this pick, the Chiefs would be looking for him to start no later than year two. His ceiling is high, but his window is short. With quarterbacks playing until their late 30's, he could have a nice 8-10 year career. Merlin, Chiefs Analyst

75. OT Tom Compton, South Dakota

107. NT Akiem Hicks, Regina

138. WR Jarius Wright, Arkansas

171. WR Brian Quick, Appalachian State

201. DE Dominique Hamilton, Missouri

03-04-2012, 01:17 AM	Topic Starter
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4213447	Draft Tek "consensus mock," 7 rounds http://www.drafttek.com/CMDRound1.asp 11. OG David Decastro, Stanford (solid value) While OT remains the most likely position to be selected by the Chiefs, there are other options. Consider this, who is the best offensive line prospect in the draft? It may be Matt Kalil or it could be David DeCastro. The problem is, DeCastro plays Guard, a position with less value than Left Tackle. However, DeCastro has an amazing skill set. He is big, strong, and agile, with great fundamentals. He also has that "Merlin approved" mean streak. Plus, his leadership skills are excellent, and coming from Stanford, he is very intelligent. It is no wonder that he is considered the best Guard prospect since Steve Hutchinson. Essentially, he will lock down a offensive line spot for ten plus years at probably a near Pro Bowl level, at worst. Is that worth the #11 pick in the draft? If Scott Pioli does not like the Offensive Tackles on the board, the answer could very well be 'Yes'. - Merlin Chiefs Analyst 44. QB Brandon Weeden, Oklahoma State (good value) The Chiefs still are interested in signing Kyle Orton and are even talking about Peyton Manning, but that does not preclude drafting a developmental QB. The Chiefs are reported to be down a bit on Ricky Stanzi's development. Hence Brandon Weeden makes sense here. There is a lot to like in Weeden. He finished the season third in the league in passing yardage, throwing for 4,277 yards with a nice 34/13 TD/INT ratio. He has a strong arm, displays accuracy on all NFL type routes, has enough mobility to be effective, and is a leader on the field. Oh yes, then there is the fact that he is 28 years old. There is a lot to work with here. If Weeden cleans up his footwork and adapts to playing under center, he could be very effective. With this pick, the Chiefs would be looking for him to start no later than year two. His ceiling is high, but his window is short. With quarterbacks playing until their late 30's, he could have a nice 8-10 year career. Merlin, Chiefs Analyst 75. OT Tom Compton, South Dakota 107. NT Akiem Hicks, Regina 138. WR Jarius Wright, Arkansas 171. WR Brian Quick, Appalachian State 201. DE Dominique Hamilton, Missouri
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