Burner’s Burning Questions – The Mock Draft, Part Fifteen (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 the fifteenth mock of the new season and 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:
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:
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 3:
D.J. Swearinger – Safety, South Carolina
The second order of business for the Redskins on day two of the draft continues to focus on the safety positions. They choose Swearinger, a player who has a bit of a nasty streak about him.
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 4:
Terry Hawthorne – Cornerback, Illinois
The remaking of the defensive secondary continues. Hawthorne has good size and quickness for a CB and is very physical. His performance in the Shrine game boosted his stock.
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 two safeties earlier, the Redskins add a second CB in the draft. 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:
Kevin Reddick – Linebacker, North Carolina
Reddick had a slow start in 2012, but the second half of the season was considerably better. He is not a good fit in a 4-3 scheme, but could do well as a 3-4 inside linebacker. Early on, he will need to be a special teams standout and he has the skills to do so.
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:
Mychal Rivera – Tight End, Tennessee
No too long ago, Rivera was considered to be a third or fourth round prospect. The talented TE had a good Senior Bowl, but did not stand out at the Combine. However, Rivera is bigger and stronger than Niles Paul as the third year player is put on notice.
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
17. Cooper Taylor – S, Richmond
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 fifteen has major changes from previous mocks and as Coach Shanahan indicated in his pre-draft press conference, the Redskins will have a focus on the secondary. This is hardly a secret, but the emphasis at these vital positions is now all but confirmed by the head coach.
Later in the mock, more picks are dedicated to the defensive secondary, offensive line, defensive line, tight end, 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 fifth round.
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