Mike’s Round 7

ROUND 7

HUNTER’S MOCK

208) STL — Emmanuel Sanders, WR, SMU

Sanders is one of the sleepers for many draft analysts in this draft, and the Rams could use as many playmakers as they can find.

209) BUF (from DET) — Daryl Sharpton, MLB, Miami

More defensive talent for the Bills who need to find solid depth throughout the draft.

210) TB— Lonyae Miller, RB, Fresno State

There are some people that think the very powerful Lonyae Miller is a better player than Ryan Mathews.

211) WAS — Antonio Brown, WR, Western Mich

More weapons for a QB that needs them. Brown is by no means an elite receiver but he will become a solid special teams player and could get some receptions at the next level.

212) MIA (from KC) — Da’Mon Cromartie-Smith, S, UTEP

Cromartie-Smith is a solid tackling safety that will instantly make an impact on special teams.

213) SEA —Rico McCoy, OLB, Tennessee

If Rico McCoy can find a way to gain 20 pounds effectively, then he could become a starter at the next level.

214) DET (from CLE) — Brandon Deadrick, DE, Alabama

The Lions don’t have picks in the 5th or 6th round, but they may be looking to find more defensive playmakers and depth in the 7th.

215) OAK — Trindon Holliday, KR, LSU

If anyone is surprised that the Raiders are taking the blazing Trindon Holliday then you need to re-evaluate your mock draft knowledge.

216) BUF — Andre Anderson, RB, Tulane

The Bills need to find depth at RB, especially if there is a chance that Marshawn sits out for the season or is traded.

217) TB (from JAX) — Rahim Allen, DE, LSU

The Bucs need 3 to 4 defensive linemen soon, and Allen could be a steal of a player if he shows his LSU upbringing.

218) CHI — Greg Middleton, DE, Indiana

Middleton had 16 sacks as a sophomore against Big Ten talent in 2007, but had only seven sacks in his final two seasons. If he is able to get back on track, he could be a huge steal for some team.

219) MIA — Thomas Austin, OG, Clemson

The Dolphins could use some interior depth against the tough 3-4 DL’s of the East.

220) DEN — Crezdon Butler, CB, Clemson

Butler is a solid corner but may unfortunately fall due to the deep class, and his lack of extremely strong talent.

221) NYG — Brandon Lang, DE, Troy

Big Osi has fallen down the depth chart and maybe another guy from Troy can push him back to the top.

222) TEN — Andre Dixon, RB, UConn

The Titans need to get a ton of weapons to help support Chris Johnson before his legs fall off.

223) CAR —Alteraun Varner, CB, UCLA

Varner is a fair talent and will find his place somewhere in the Panther’s DB core.

224) SF — Brandon Sharpe, DE/LB, Texas Tech

The 49ers need to add some power to their pass rush and Sharpe will do a fair job here.

225) PIT — Adrian Tracy, DE/LB, William & Mary

Mike Tomlin and Darren Sharper both spent significant time at William & Mary. Tracy is worth a look in the mid 7th.

226) STL (from ATL) — Joe Pawelek, MLB, Baylor

Pawelek smells a lot like Micah Johnson and Trevard Lindley in that their senior seasons hurt their stock a ton.

227) HOU — Lindsey Witten, DE, UConn

The Texans would love to get a solid DE like Witten in the 7th round.

228). CIN —LeRoy Vann, CB/RET/WR, FAMU

Vann is one of the NCAA’s best returners ever, and he could be able to switch over to a slot position if needed. Either way he is worth the risk here.

229) NE —Levi Brown, QB, Troy

The Patriots need to find an insurance option or two through this draft and Brown will likely be on their radar.

230) GB — Kerry Meier, WR, Kansas

The Packers don’t have a huge need at receiver but Meier is a great value in the 7th.

231) NE (from PHI) — Ted Larson, C, NC State

Ted Larson is a solid value here, and the Patriots can always use more depth on their up and down OL.

232) TB (from BAL) — Kyle Bosworth, OLB, UCLA

Bosworth is an underrated linebacker that could go in the 5th or 6th round if a team likes him enough.

233) ARI — Reggie Carter, MLB, UCLA

See Kyle Bosworth

234) DAL — Brandon Carter, OG, Texas A&M

Texas A&M has a lot of underrated offensive line talent that QB Jerrod Johnson may miss next season.

235) SD — Chris Marinelli, OT, Stanford

Someone emailed me when I didn’t have Marinelli in the 4th round of my last mock. I don’t see it at all and am hesitant to put him here.

236) NYJ — Leigh Tiffin, K, Alabama

Tiffin was one of the heroes of the Alabama squad last season and he will find his place somewhere in the league.

237) MIN — Garrett Graham, TE, Wisconsin

The Vikings don’t have a scary need for a TE but Graham may be too good to pass here.

238) IND — James Williams, OT, Harvard

Williams adds good OL depth to the team, and if he doesn’t then I’m sure the front office can hire him as a team doctor.

239) NO — Boris Lee, MLB, Troy

Boris Lee not only has a great name, but was a great player at Troy.

240) IND (Comp) — Reggie Stephens, OG, Iowa State

Reggie Stephens is a mauler that could be loved in some offensive schemes.

241) TEN (Comp) — David Pender, CB, Purdue

Pender will fight to start, but maybe he’ll get some playing time after Tom Brady throws 9 touchdowns against them in the first half. I know that I have made fun of the Titan’s DB throughout this mock but they really need to fix their issues in this draft.

242) PIT (Comp) — Sean Canfield, QB, Oregon State

Given that Big Ben can’t go an offseason without a problem it makes sense for them to take a QB late.

243) PHI (Comp) — Chris Scott, OT, Tennessee

Philly needs to find as much depth for their trenches as they can if they want Kolb to succeed.

244) PHI (Comp) — Rashawn Jackson, FB, Virginia

The Eagles must come out of the draft stocked with legs to run the rock and Jackson could add good power and blocking for them.

245) SEA (Comp) — Staffon Johnson, RB, USC

I’m not sure Johnson will have a career in the league, but he will make a great story if a team like Seattle took him.

246) IND (Comp) — Garrett Lindholm, K, Tarleton State

Lindholm kicked a 64-yard FG last season. Someone will take him.

247) NE (Comp) — Charles Scott, FB, LSU

Charles Scott is a very powerful back that was hurt last season. He does provide good late round power though.

248) NE (Comp) — Brian Jackson, CB, Oklahoma

The Pats are pretty well set at CB but they could use special team players and depth their 300 picks in the draft.

249) CAR (Comp) — Roy Upchurch, RB, Alabama

This is not a major need for the Panthers but Upchurch is a huge back that could become a huge injury insurance policy.

250) NE (Comp) — Antonio Coleman, DE/LB, Auburn

Antonio Coleman will only find a place as a rush linebacker, but the Patriots need a ton of youth to let their veterans retire.

251) OAK (Comp) — Dan Doering, OG, Iowa

Oakland needs OL depth throughout the draft and they could be looking to get a pro ready talent late in the draft.

252) MIA (Comp) — Walter McFadden, CB, Auburn

The Dolphins need to find a potential upgrade at nickel corner and I would actually give McFadden an outside shot of doing it.

253) TB (Comp) — Zoltan Mesko, P, Michigan

Not only does he have an awesome name but he adds a new dimension to the Bucs.

254) STL (Comp) — Rafael Priest, CB, TCU

The Rams are very thin at CB and will likely spend a few picks at the position.

255) DET (Comp) — J’Marcus Webb, OT, West Texas A&M

Detroit has Mr. Irrelevant this season. My pick for the award is 6’7, 330-pound J’Marcus Webb who comes from a small school and who is worthy of the Lowsman.