Latest Fanball Mock Draft- Skins trade down to #10

[raleighskinsfan]

http://www.fanball.com/fb/article.cfm/ID.2409

In this mock, we trade down with Texas and pick up Will Smith, DE at #10.
Answer 3 questions for me-
1-In this scenario, would it be too much to hope that we would receive Texas' 2nd round pick also?
2- If we got their second rounder, who might be available still that we would want? Any of the good TE's, LB's or D Linemen?
3- Would we be better off with Will Smith or Kenechi Udeze if we trade down to #10? Can someone who watches alot of college football sound off on that topic? From what I read, Udeze is the better of the 2...

[cpayne5]

For a team that really wants the #5 pick, a 2nd rounder is not out of the question.
At #10, KWII or Taylor may still be available, considering the needs of the 5-9 teams. We could still probably get a decent lineman in the second round.

[itvnetop]

udeze would be the better pick... you don't get 16.5 sacks (3 against a solid michigan line in the rose bowl) in your last season and call it a fluke.

[Gmanc711]

I defintley dont think Taylor would be around. Wouldnt the whole point of the Texans trading up in the first place, is to get Taylor?

[joecrisp]

Originally Posted by raleighskinsfan

http://www.fanball.com/fb/article.cfm/ID.2409

In this mock, we trade down with Texas and pick up Will Smith, DE at #10.
Answer 3 questions for me-
1-In this scenario, would it be too much to hope that we would receive Texas' 2nd round pick also?

According to the trade value chart (http://www.nfldraftview.com/tvchart.html), the values would add up just about right if the Texans included the 8th pick in the 2nd round (#40 overall).

Originally Posted by raleighskinsfan

2- If we got their second rounder, who might be available still that we would want? Any of the good TE's, LB's or D Linemen?

According to Mel Kiper's latest 2nd round projection (http://proxy.espn.go.com/ncf/columns...mel&id=1776794), there would be some starting-quality players available at positions of need for the Redskins with the #40 pick. These include LBs Karlos Dansby (Auburn), Daryl Smith (Georgia Tech), Courtney Watson (Notre Dame), Teddy Lehman (Oklahoma) and Michael Boulware (Florida State); DE Antwan Odom (Alabama) and DT Randy Starks (Maryland) might also be available.

Originally Posted by raleighskinsfan

3- Would we be better off with Will Smith or Kenechi Udeze if we trade down to #10? Can someone who watches alot of college football sound off on that topic? From what I read, Udeze is the better of the 2...

I didn't watch a lot of college ball throughout the season, but based on what I did see in the bowl games (watching these two players in particular), and what I've read in various scouting reports, Udeze seems like a more well-rounded D-lineman, and a more consistent pass rush threat.

In this particular trade down scenario, I would select Udeze at #10, and pray that Starks is still available at #40 (possible, but I doubt it). Getting that duo could transform the D-line into a legitimate front-four against both the run and the pass.

[JoeGibbsIsBack]

I'm thinking the Redskins trade down, get quality D-line, and just be happy with Ohalate.

[Carnage]

should be a good TE available at 40 too.

[BleedBurgundy]

Originally Posted by Carnage

should be a good TE available at 40 too.

Especially since Ben Troupe's (sp?) stock is falling.

[Duffman003]

I doubt starks would fall to the second round.

[mizzo skins man]

TRADE DOWN!!! We need D-linemen. I'm with most of you take Udeze. He had 16.5 sacks last season, and alot of the time he had double and triple team blocking on his ass. He is a bad Mo Fo. If by chance, he is not available at #10 Will Smith would not be a bad choice either.

[offiss]

I would't move for anything less than a high 2nd rd pick, and that's only to drop to or around the 10 spot, but with all the depth in this draft I doubt we will find a lot of team's willing to give up a lot to move up, they know they can sit on thier pick's and get a real good player.

[SKINSnCANES]

The real question is if we dont draft Taylor, does Iffy get to keep his number? lol, jk

[skinsfanthru&thru]

if New England is willing to offer 2 first and one second for the pick BEHIND us, we should be able to get more than just a first and second. I realize the Texans picks are both higher up than new englands late round picks, but IMO 2 late first round picks and one late 2nd round pick r better than 1 1st and 1 2nd. just the 2 first round picks alone r better than the first and second.

[raleighskinsfan]

JoeCrisp- you are the man! Your resources are astounding! Exactly what I was looking for. You have now given me my dream scenario for this draft. Trade down to #10, pick up Udeze and then Starks in the second round! We would truly have a defensive line to contend with if we could add both of those guys! Also, I wasn't aware Udeze had 3 sacks in the Rose Bowl along with all those sacks overall- along with what I've read about him being a general all-around playmaker, causing fumbles and knocking down passes, the fact that he comes up large in big games is the final key. I hope we draft him! Having Udeze and Lavar on the field at the same time would be scary fun!