Article:The Armchair GM Mock Draft

Current Pick: Cincinnati Bengals (9)
Welcome to the Armchair GM Mock Draft. There have been several mocks posted recently, but this one is a bit different because a different user represents each team. We can each do our own drafts, but we don’t know all the teams very well. In this draft, users have signed up to make the picks for a team that they know very well. Hopefully, this will result in a more accurate representation of the draft.

Feel free to comment and criticize the picks in the comments section, just as you might on Saturday when the real draft occurs. But, please, do not edit the page to change a pick, because obviously each pick will affect those that follow.

To the drafters:

1) Please insert your information in the same manner as the previous picks to keep everything neat. Post your pick, the school and a paragraph explaining your reasoning.

2) In order to be sure we finish by Friday, we need to follow this schedule:
 * 1-7 Monday
 * 8-13 Tuesday
 * 14-19 Wednesday
 * 20-25 Thursday
 * 26-31 Friday

3) If we get ahead of schedule, even better. For example, if you are ready with the eighth pick when the seventh is posted on Monday, go ahead a post it.

4) Please message the next user after your pick is done.

5) Trades are allowed, but both teams involved must approve them. No renegade trades!

 The 2008 Armchair GM Mock Draft 

1) Miami Dolphins: Jake Long-OT Michigan picked by Agent0

First of all sorry on taking so damn long. My school pulled some shizz and I didn't get to a computer and I want to apologize big time for taking so long. Anyways the reason I'm taking J. Long is because the Dolphins need to start building an offense and offensive line is the perfect place to start. With a quality offensive line, John Beck will be able to perform a lot better than last year. Long will have an instant impact on the team

2) St. Louis Rams: Chris Long-DE Virginia picked by Bigpeeler

The Rams need Jake Long OT more than they need Chris Long DE, but if the Dolphins do indeed nab Jake, then the Rams will probably go for Chris. There will be offensive line help available in later rounds and grabbing the best pick while you can is only logical. The Rams do indeed need help on their D-Line as they were 21st in the league in sacks last season, and 19th in opponent’s yards per rushing attempt, with 4.14. Yikes. Again, this all depends on what The Fish do. Hopefully, Jake Long falls to St.Louis and they can start planning for their future without Orlando Pace who is battling both the injury bug and Father Time.

3) Atlanta Falcons: Glenn Dorsey-DT LSU picked by Sd_superbowl

The Atlanta Falcons have many' holes to fill. Matt Ryan is the pick everyone was expecting Roger Goodell to call when the Falcons were on the clock, but the Falcons decided to surprise the fans of A-town. Seeing as Joe Flacco and Brian Brohm both could fall to the second round the Falcons decided to pick Dorsey. A guy that can be a game changer and help lead a defense. He is a dominant force in the trenches and hopes to lead this defense to bigger and better things.

Matt Ryan was to upset too comment on him falling out of the top 3.

4) Kansas City Chiefs (From Raiders): Ryan Clady-OT Boise St. picked by Agent0 Traded by Sd_superbowl

The Oakland Raiders traded away their first round pick for a proven runningback in Larry Johnson and a 2nd round pick, 35th overall. They feel that they can still get big improvement with a the 35th pick thanks to this deep draft. When Larry Johnson was asked about the trade he responded with, "What the ef?". The Chiefs are taking a risk trading away their star runningback to a division rival, but a risk they are willing to take.

While many believe that Matt Ryan could help in Kansas City, the Chiefs think that Brodie Croyle is their guy. So they looked to improve upon something else on their team. They need to protect Mr. Croyle and by doing so a left tackle would be very helpful. Clady is a the second best left tackle behind Long. the Chiefs believe they can help fill the many holes on the o-line with Clady.

5) Kansas City Chiefs: Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie-CB Tennessee State picked by Agent0

After trading away Larry Johnson, you ould think the Chiefs would go after Darren McFadden. The Chiefs decide to continue with their out of the box thinking and pass on McFadden. They have confidence that they can draft a solid runningback with their early third round pick, such as UCF's own Kevin Smith. Having a Kevin Smith/Kolby Smith duo could produce a very productive running game. It came down to two positions on the defensive side of the ball. The cornerback and the defensive end positions. Simply put, the Chiefs need major help at the cornerback position. Now people say the Chiefs have Jared Allen at defensive end, but he could be traded. Adding a player like Vernon Gholston would not only take Allen's place, but if Allen stuck around that would make a very formidable duo, but the Chiefs decided to go with need instead drafting Rodgers-Cromartie

6) New York Jets: Darren McFadden - RB Arkansas picked by MegECass110

Two of the draft's top prospects, Boston College QB Matt Ryan and Arkansas RB Darren McFadden, have fallen out of the top five. The Jets traded for RB Thomas Jones last year, but Jones only averaged 3.6 yards per carry and scored just one rushing touchdown in 2007. Ohio State tweener Vernon Gholston is also an option here, and with a defensive minded coach like Eric Mangini, it wouldn't be a surprise if Gholston was their man. But getting McFadden at this spot is a steal. McFadden is one of the best players in the draft. He has elite speed and power, and can come in right away and make a contribution to the Jets' offense and try to keep up with the division rival Patriots. Ryan has the potential to be a franchise quarterback, but it seems as though the Jets have other more pressing needs.

7) New England Patriots (From 49ers):Vernon Gholston - DE Ohio State picked by Trizz

It goes without saying that the Pats looked to go defensive, while they would've grabbed the most dynamic player in the draft if available or even Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie who blew Belichick away at the combine. The Pats grab Gholston who is argued to be the best defensive player in the draft--yes even over Long and Dorsey, for he is much quicker and can easily have a Patrick Willis type player.

8) Baltimore Ravens: Matt Ryan - QB Boston College picked by L.A.S.B.

The NFL: Where Draft Disinformation happens! After talking to several teams with picks later in the 1st round the Baltimore Ravens make a left turn to the podium and select Ryan. The intillegent signal caller will hopefully fill the void left by the retiring Steve McQueen McNair.

9) Cincinnati Bengals picked by Crackajg

10) New Orleans Saints picked by Tylersalt

11) Buffalo Bills picked by Trizz

12) Denver Broncos picked by False Prophet

13) Carolina Panthers picked by RogersPoll

14) Chicago Bears picked by Enybo

15) Detroit Lions picked by Demonboy

16) Arizona Cardinals picked by AOEH

17) Minnesota Vikings picked by False Prophet

18) Houston Texans picked by Behbigben15

19) Seattle Seahawks (From Bengals [From Eagles]) picked by SSreporters Traded by Crackajg and JuTMSY4

The Philadelphia Eagles have traded their first round Pick (19) and Lito Sheppard for Wide Receiver Chad Johnson. The trade was confirmed minutes after the draft started and both teams are happy with future opportunities. Chad Johnson provides Quarterback Donovan McNabb with the versatility and talent at wide receiver that he has not had since the days of Terrell Owens in 2004. With that the Eagles have positioned themselves to rise to the top of the NFC East.

When asked, Sheppard said the trade was amicable and he is excited to join a new team in Cincinnati and become a leader on the defense. Chad Johnson was the most excited exclaiming "That's my teammate, that's my quarterback!" and suggesting that Super Bowl Trophies are on the horizon. When asked what he was looking forward to most, Johnson was quoted as saying: "A chance to play for the best fans in football."

UPDATE: In turn, after acquiring the number 19 pick from the Philadelphia Eagles, the Cincinnati Bengals turn around and trade it to the Seattle Seahawks. The details of the trade:

The Bengals get Deion Branch, Floyd Womack, and a 4th rounder while the Seahawks get the #19 pick and TE Reggie Kelly.

Floyd Womack on the trade, "Whoa... um, I can't even believe I'm a part of such a high profile trade. That's pretty cool... I plan on making a significant contribution to the Cincinnati Bengals -- and I don't plan on going out after hours with any of them!"

20) Tampa Bay Buccaneers picked by Agent0

21) Washington Redskins picked by Tylersalt

22) Dallas Cowboys (From Browns) picked by Taytay_24

23) Pittsburgh Steelers picked by Behbigben15

24) Arizona Cardinals (From Tennessee by False Prophet) picked by AOEH

TRADE: The Cardinals send Anquan Boldin packing out to Tennessee for Pacman Jones, a first rounder, a second rounder, and a sixth rounder. Here is False Prophet of the Titans as to why he made the trade:


 * I had to do something. The running game is fine, assuming it isn't the only threat.  The Secondary is a bit weak, but when I can get a Pro Bowl caliber WR for a couple picks and Pacman Jones, I don't know how I can resist.  The AFC is a beast to get through in the playoffs.  It was a way to get a offensive talent, especially considering there are no good WRs in this draft.

When asked about the deal, Boldin responded "I'm really happy that I get to play for a great team in the Titans. They're a playoff team, and I'm an impact guy.  They need me to make that offense work.  It's a bit sad knowing I have to move, but like a certain other former Minnesota Receiver said, 'Super Bowl, Homeboy'".

Pacman's prison warden did not pick up when called.

25) Seattle Seahawks picked by SSR

26) Jacksonville Jaguars picked by Cornfed78

27) San Diego Chargers picked by Wojcicki00

28) Dallas Cowboys picked by Taytay_24

29) San Francisco 49ers (From Colts) picked by Crackajg

30) Green Bay Packers picked by RogersPoll

31) New York Giants picked by DRE-LO