Burner’s Burning Questions – The Mock Draft, Part Thirteen (Continual Updates)
The 2013 NFL Draft is upon us as BBQ continues a series of mock drafts. These mocks have been based on team needs, free agency additions/losses, and injuries. This is the thirteenth mock of the new season. Three more are forthcoming – tomorrow, Friday, and 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:
With a draft that is deep in talent at many positions, the Redskins trade down to the middle of round three and pick up a fourth rounder and a sixth rounder.
Round 3:
Darius Slay – Cornerback, Mississippi State
The number one need for the Redskins is safety, but it is a deep class and the Redskins choose to fill a need that is “One-A” on the priority list – a CB. Slay was certainly a star at the combine, but he actually has superior skills at the corner position. He could start sooner rather than later. Slay is an underrated prospect who had a solid senior campaign. He has phenomenal speed, good coverage skills, and better than average size.
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:
Nick Kasa – Tight End, Colorado
Kasa is a massive TE with natural ability as a pass catcher. He would be a force on the offensive line, an asset in the running game, and a potent weapon in the passing game.
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 spectacular and he had a very impressive 2012 campaign.
Round 5:
Will Davis – Cornerback, Utah State
Davis is a cornerback who 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 5:
A.J. Klein – Linebacker, Iowa State
Klein is a tackling machine with good size and speed. He had a respectable combine and provided the Cyclones with a solid presence in the middle. Klein has a good nose for the football and he can drop back into coverage when needed.
Round 6:
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 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. This mock simply confirms what could possibly occur with these needs.
BBQ mock thirteen has an early trade that could produce a talented tight end pick early in the fourth round. If this occurs, don’t be surprised if the Redskins decide to jettison Fred Davis at some point.
Later in the mock, more picks are dedicated to the defensive secondary, offensive line, defensive tackle, and linebacker 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 sixth round.
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