Burner’s Burning Questions – The Mock Draft, Part FifteenA (Continual Updates)
The 2013 NFL Draft has arrived for the Redskins and BBQ continues a series of mock drafts. These mocks have been based on team needs, free agency additions/losses, and injuries. This is a special mock – FifteenA and it is dedicated to the idea of no trades by the Redskins. This does not replace the official mock, Fifteen, which is what BBQ considers to be today’s official prognostication. Tomorrow we will feature a special Saturday mock for remaining draft picks. Many thanks for your own ideas and mocks – keep them coming until the final choices are made.
Team needs center mostly on the defensive secondary, but depth is needed at several positions too.
Round 2:
Terrance Williams – Wide Receiver, Baylor
Williams only got better without Robert Griffin, III as the quarterback and he had a monstrous senior season. A small bit of lobbying goes a long way, but the coaching staff can’t ignore the potential and the obvious rapport between the two players.
Round 3:
Philip Thomas – Safety, Fresno State
The Redskins waste no time in upgrading a horrible secondary and in particular, their safety corps. Thomas has a nose for the ball and he is an interception machine.
Round 4:
Montori Hughes – Defensive Tackle, Tennessee-Martin
Hughes comes from a small school, but could have a big impact at the next level. His stats are impressive and he had a very impressive 2012 campaign. In order for the secondary to improve, the defensive front needs to be strengthened and Hughes can bring the heat.
Round 5:
Stefphon Jefferson – Running Back, Nevada
We don’t need a running back? Ok, that’s fine, but Mike Shanahan has this uncanny habit of finding hidden gems at this position and Jefferson fits the bill. Many scouts are calling him this year’s Alfred Morris. Jefferson’s offense ran the pistol and he had a great year. His character is rated as extremely high. Enough said.
Round 5:
Will Davis – Cornerback, Utah State
After taking a safety earlier, the Redskins add a cornerback. Davis has the uncanny ability to improve in each and every game – and did so for the Aggies. Once an unheralded prospect, he could become an absolute stud in the NFL.
Round 6:
Omoregie Uzzi – Guard, Georgia Tech
Uzzi is a prospect that would be a very poor fit in traditional blocking schemes, but a perfect fit for the zone blocking teams. He is very mobile and continues to play with a high motor until the whistle is blown.
Round 7:
Cooper Taylor – Safety, Richmond
Taylor is another outstanding prospect from the small school ranks and could have a good impact at the next level. The versatile player can play either safety position. He might be a candidate for a linebacker position as well, but not likely.
UDFAs:
1. Lucas Reed – TE, New Mexico
2. Elvis Fisher – OT, Missouri
3. Jeff Braun – OT, West Virginia
4. T.J. Barnes – DT, Georgia Tech
5. Steve Greer – ILB, Virginia
6. Trey Wilson – CB, Vanderbilt
7. Alex Dunnachie - P, Hawaii
8. Brandon Kaufman – WR, Eastern Washington
9. James Wilson – G, Florida
10. Mark Jackson – G, Glenville St
11. Miguel Maysonet – RB, Stony Brook
12. Dalton Freeman – C, Clemson
13. Rontez Miles – S, California (PA)
14. Tino Sunseri – QB, Pittsburgh
15. Demetrius McCray – CB, Appalachian St
16. Ray Ray Armstrong – S, Miami
Analysis:
It is no secret that the Redskins are looking to upgrade their defensive secondary. It would not be surprising to see the first two choices reflecting that need, but this is a special mock that is dedicated to no trades. The WR pick is based on some last minute chatter in the football world.
Later in the mock, more picks are dedicated to the defensive secondary, offensive line, and defensive line positions. These choices will simply add more depth where it is needed in the next few years. Too, the obligatory Mike Shanahan running back selection is highlighted in the fifth round.
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