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**Tribal Warfare** · 01-16-2009, 11:03 PM

Sanchez tops tons of talent

By Russ Lande - SportingNews 13 hours, 22 minutes ago

This story first appeared in Friday’s edition of Sporting News Today. If you are not receiving Sporting News Today, the only daily digital sports newspaper, sign up today for free.

USC coach Pete Carroll might not think quarterback Mark Sanchez, a fourth-year junior, is ready, but NFL scouts and personnel men are happy to see him among the 46 underclassmen to declare for the 2009 NFL draft. In fact, four of the top five picks could be underclassmen, including Sanchez as the No. 1 overall pick.

With predraft workouts having begun this week leading to Saturday’s East-West Shrine Game, Sporting News draft expert Russ Lande, a former NFL scout, provides an updated mock draft (*—denotes underclassmen):

No. 1 Lions. Mark Sanchez*, QB, USC

Sanchez is NFL-ready and has a similar skill set to Matthew Stafford, but does not make the mistakes under pressure that Stafford does occasionally.

No. 2 Rams. Eugene Monroe, OT, Virginia

Rams officials love Andre Smith’s talent but worry about his weight. Monroe isn’t quite as good a run blocker but is an elite pass protector.

No. 3 Chiefs. Matthew Stafford*, QB, Georgia

Despite Tyler Thigpen’s strong finish and Stafford’s occasional interceptions, GM Scott Pioli should grab a QB to build around.

No. 4 Seahawks Andre Smith*, OT, Alabama

Seattle is desperate for receivers, but Walter Jones is not getting any younger. Smith would start at right tackle in ’09 and then shift to the left side when Jones retires.

No. 5 Browns. Chris Wells*, RB, Ohio State

Don’t believe the rumors of Wells lacking great toughness or work ethic. He will become an NFL franchise back.

No. 6 Bengals. Brian Orakpo, DE, Texas

The Bengals must find a way to pressure the QB. Orakpo is raw but has the physical talent to become a special edge pass rusher.

No. 7 Raiders. Jason Smith, OT, Baylor

The Raiders still need a top-flight left tackle to protect JaMarcus Russell, and Robert Gallery is not the answer.

No. 8 Jaguars. Rey Maualuga, MLB, USC

Maualuga is a violent, aggressive middle linebacker who changes games with his hitting ability, and Jags need someone to replace malcontent Mike Peterson.

No. 9 Packers. B.J. Raji, DT, Boston College

The Packers desperately need someone to clog the middle of their run defense.

No. 10 49ers. Josh Freeman*, QB, Kansas State

Freeman is a big, strong-armed quarterback with top athleticism, character and passing tools.

Russ Lande founded GM Jr. Scouting LLC, a football scouting service that analyzes NFL draft prospects for Sporting News.

**Kyle DeLexus** · 01-16-2009, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Fat Elvis

I heard Waters on one of the radio stations today (not sure which one, 610 or 810) saying that he wants Smith drafted @ #3 to play right tackle. I don't know which was more astounding to me: The fact that he wanted a right tackle picked so high, or the fact that he openly dissed McIntosh that badly on the radio (I thought O-linemen were supposed to be pretty tight.)

I thought it was also odd that he admitted that he didn't know who Pioli was before the Chiefs hired him.

Thats just Manny being Man...er Waters being Waters, he says whats on his mind and says it like it is in regards to McIntosh. Wanting a RT at #3 just says he doesn't understand value in the draft.

Ebolapox · 01-17-2009, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by MWagg72

Thats just Manny being Man...er Waters being Waters, he says whats on his mind and says it like it is in regards to McIntosh. Wanting a RT at #3 just says he doesn't understand value in the draft.

he's an nfl player, not a grad student at M.I.T.

evolve27 · 01-17-2009, 12:09 AM

Damn son, damn!

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 01-17-2009, 12:11 AM

What in the **** is going on in here?

Sweet Daddy Hate · 01-17-2009, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Suck a bag of dicks, Pete Carroll.

This.

He's mad as a mother****er about this.

I'll tell you one thing I know; regardless of which guy we pick, Pioli MUST can Dickie Curl post-haste. The thought of him "developing" Matt or "refining" Mark makes my ****ing skin crawl.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 01-17-2009, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

This is totally ****ed up. Sanchez is injury prone, and he's only started a handful of games. The odds are totally not in his favor.

If he's there in the 4th, I say we take a shot.

Don't you people remember Ryan Leaf? I don't want one player setting this franchise back for years to come.

Where are you getting this shit from???

Links? Med Reports? Something? Anything? C'mon man, you're smarter than this.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 01-17-2009, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

Sanchez's own coach, someone who has won college championships and coached in the NFL, says that the player isn't ready.

Sorry, I'm going to trust Pete and Gonzo, special emphasis on Tony G--he's the truth--, before I trust anything I read on this board...

"Brodie Croyle is the real deal".

"Tyler Thigpen is the real deal".

GoTrav · 01-17-2009, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by H5N1

I'm more shocked by josh freeman in the top ten.

ya, that caught me by suprise...

**DeezNutz** · 01-17-2009, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Darth CarlSatan

"Brodie Croyle is the real deal".

"Tyler Thigpen is the real deal".

Tony G. is the truth. He's a HOFer. How can we not believe him?

Regarding Croyle, no way should a player lose his job to injury. That's the rule.

**DeezNutz** · 01-17-2009, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Darth CarlSatan

Where are you getting this shit from???

Links? Med Reports? Something? Anything? C'mon man, you're smarter than this.

My cousin's sister knows the cashier who sold Sanchez the cup that pinched his left testicle.

I don't have a link. I'm sorry.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 01-17-2009, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

My cousin's sister knows the cashier who sold Sanchez the cup that pinched his left testicle.

I don't have a link. I'm sorry.

Yeah, I'm on board now. A PM forewarning would be nice next time though.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 01-17-2009, 12:40 AM

THIS JUST IN:

Tony Gonzales has declared himself "The Real Deal", and will play both Tight End AND Quarterback for the 2009 season!

"I look forward to hitting my favorite target as often as possible this year" Gonzales said in a brief workout Friday morning.

**007** · 01-17-2009, 12:42 AM

Freeman? Top 10? WTF?

**Kyle DeLexus** · 01-17-2009, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth CarlSatan

THIS JUST IN:

Tony Gonzales has declared himself "The Real Deal", and will play both Tight End AND Quarterback for the 2009 season!

"I look forward to hitting my favorite target as often as possible this year" Gonzales said in a brief workout Friday morning.

in the words of a few others on here "to the 'ship!"

**DeezNutz** · 01-17-2009, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Guru

Freeman? Top 10? WTF?

I've heard some really unflattering things about Freeman. Is this kid really as dumb as some claim him to be? Or are these criticisms more about perception? Perhaps K-State haters? Something else?

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