This article lists the outcome of a fantasy football Mock draft and comments regarding where some the players were chosen.
Fantasy Football Mock Drafts are very useful tools to assist fantasy football participants when executing fantasy football online drafts or establishing pre-rankings for fantasy football offline drafts. When evaluating the NFL players, this article assumed a standard league scoring configuration. The configuration assumes a starting roster of 1 QB, 2 RBs, 3 WRs, 1 TE, 1 K and 1 D/ST. Points are awarded for the following actions:
Passing: 1 point for every 25 yards, 4 points for each Touchdown, and -2 for each Interception
Rushing: 1 point for every 10 yards, 6 points for each Touchdown, and -2 for each fumble lost
Receiving: 1 point for every 10 yards, 6 points for each Touchdown
Kicking: 3 points for every Field Goal made and 1 point for each successful Extra Point
Defense: 2 points for every fumble covered, 2 points for every interception, 1 point for every sack, 2 points for each shutout and 2 points for each safety
ROUND 1
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
1
4
RB
Adrian Peterson
MIN
The only conceivable knock is that he does not get in the end zone enough (10 TDs last year). That will change this year.
2
52
RB
Michael Turner
ATL
2008 proved that Atlanta knew what they were doing when they made Burner their feature back.
3
50
RB
Matt Forte
CHI
Carried the Bears last season. He will not need to do that in 2009, but will it hurt his fantasy stats?
4
18
RB
Maurice Jones-Drew
JACK
No worries about sharing carries in 2009, let's hope he can handle the workload.
5
83
RB
DeAngelo Williams
CAR
One of the most amazing second half performances ever. Anything close to his 2008 numbers would make owners happy.
6
3
RB
Brian Westbrook
PHI
Oh so good when playing, but the ankle injury is still present. Be sure to check his health status before your draft and grab LeSean McCoy as your backup!
7
1
RB
LaDainian Tomlinson
SD
LT hit age 30. Are his best days behind him? I wouldn't count him out quite yet.
8
33
RB
Brandon Jacobs
NYG
Big year in 2008, even with Derrick Ward getting a good slice of the work. Should easily repeat last year's numbers.
9
22
WR
Larry Fitzgerald
ARI
It is hard to pick a WR in the first round, but Fitz seems to actually get better every game.
10
8
RB
Frank Gore
SF
2008 was disappointing, but he is capable of reproducing his 2006 numbers.
11
2
RB
Steven Jackson
STL
The only offense on a really, really bad team. If Bulger can stay healthy, S-Jax puts up Top-5 numbers.
12
85
RB
Chris Johnson
TENN
Johnson made owners extremely happy last season. He should see more action in 2009 and repeat his success with ease.
ROUND 2
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
13
7
RB
Clinton Portis
WASH
As long as he doesn't pout, Portis is rock solid game in and game out.
14
172
RB
Steve Slaton
HOU
Like Johnson, Slaton caught everyone by surprise in 2009. He is The Man on a very good offense.
15
9
RB
Marion Barber III
DAL
Not sure how long he can continue his Earl Campbell-like rushing mannerisms, but I'd welcome MB3 on my team any day.
16
12
WR
Randy Moss
NE
Moss showed a bit of character by not folding up his tent after Brady went down last year.
17
35
WR
Andre Johnson
HOU
Johnson finally started getting his due last year. He is definitely one of the best WRs in the game.
18
17
WR
Reggie Wayne
IND
Yards were there in 2008, but the TDs weren't. I say they are back in 2009.
19
29
WR
Steve Smith
CAR
Lots of yards, even after sitting out 2 games last year. With Williams and Stewart getting the goal line TDs, how many are left?
20
63
WR
Greg Jennings
GB
1300 yards and 9 TDs last year. Brett who?
21
65
WR
Roddy White
ATL
White took Matt Ryan's first pass last year and never looked back. Will his contract demands short-circuit a solid follow-up year? Check his status before your draft.
22
79
WR
Calvin Johnson
DET
Monster numbers last year show that he is for real. Too bad he has to break in a rookie QB.
23
40
WR
Anquan Boldin
ARI
Sounds like Anquan is ready to play for a record-breaking contract…when he is finally a free agent.
24
49
RB
Ronnie Brown
MIA
Returned from a nasty knee injury to introduce the Wildcat to the NFL. Should see the majority of the carries again this year.
ROUND 3
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
25
16
WR
Terrell Owens
BUF
TO's reality show will probably be his main focus this year.
26
NA
RB
Pierre Thomas
NO
Thomas looks comfortable as The Man in the NFL's best offense.
27
15
RB
Ryan Grant
GB
Grant didn't see paydirt too many times last year, but let's attribute that to a sophomore slump.
28
28
QB
Drew Brees
NO
WOW, what a monster year 2008 was for Brees. If his offense stays healthy this year, records will fall.
29
30
WR
Marques Colston
NO
Tough year for Colston with injuries. Should he stay healthy, his numbers will return.
30
47
WR
Brandon Marshall
DEN
Marshall has established himself amongst the elite WRs by putting up big numbers and then demanding a trade and a raise.
31
153
QB
Kurt Warner
AZ
What a year for Warner! What are the odds that he can play a full season again? His numbers are too good to worry about it, but get a proven starter as your backup.
32
5
QB
Tom Brady
NE
The Pats are rolling the dice that his knee is 100%. He is a steal here if he does stay healthy.
33
24
WR
T.J. Houshmandzadeh
SEA
Different location, but same QB situation. At least he is closer to home in case his season ends early as always.
34
135
RB
Kevin Smith
DET
Who saw 1250 combined yards and 8 TDs coming from this rookie last year? Can he do it again? I am not brave enough to say he can't.
35
60
WR
Dwayne Bowe
KC
Let's see what Bowe can do with an established QB. Could be in for a monster year.
36
45
WR
Wes Welker
NE
King of the PPR leagues. Bigger numbers definitely depend on Brady.
ROUND 4
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
37
NA
RB
Chris Wells
AZ
Signed and then promptly hurt his ankle. If the injury does not linger, he is in line for a big rookie season.
38
139
QB
Aaron Rodgers
GB
Quieted critics and Favre-lovers last year with a 4000-yard, 28-TD season.
39
11
QB
Peyton Manning
IND
No longer considered a top 15 pick, but will always put up top 5 QB numbers.
40
84
WR
Vincent Jackson
SD
With SD allowing Rivers to throw the ball much more, Jackson finally showed that he can produce big numbers.
41
NA
RB
Cedric Benson
CIN
I am still shocked that he was able to resurrect his career so easily after being left for dead. Could have a sneaky good year if Palmer gets the offense moving.
42
99
QB
Philip Rivers
SD
Big numbers didn't translate into early wins last year, but they will come this year…as will another 4000+ passing yards and 30+ TDs.
43
27
QB
Tony Romo
DAL
Can Romo handle the limelight and mediocre receivers and thrive? I think he is good enough…and Jason Witten certainly helps.
44
177
RB
Ray Rice
BAL
Was part of the Ravens 3-headed rushing monster in 2008. Ray will be given the shot to be The Man this year.
45
23
RB
Willie Parker
PITT
Injuries are forcing Fast Willie into the carpool lane and will reduce his carries per game.
46
21
RB
Reggie Bush
NO
Seemingly fully transitioned into a Darren Sproles role. Time for him to accept it and make it work for him.
47
61
QB
Donovan McNabb
PHI
Philly added extra youth on offense to give McNabb a few more weapons. A healthy Kevin Curtis doesn't hurt either.
48
6
RB
Joseph Addai
IND
Last season's biggest flop. It got him a running mate too. No one has more to prove this year.
ROUND 5
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
49
NA
WR
Antonio Bryant
TB
Bryant had a breakout year in 2008. Now, he has to gel with a new QB or two. Hey, he thrived with Jeff Garcia!
50
54
TE
Jason Witten
DAL
Romo's favorite target and the best pass-catching tight end in the game.
51
37
WR
Roy Williams
DAL
Williams assumes the number 1 receiver position for the league's highest profile offense.
52
48
TE
Antonio Gates
SD
700 yards and 8 TDs while injured all of 2008. He is healthy now, so look for 1000+ yards and 10+ TDs this year.
53
19
WR
Braylon Edwards
CLE
The most disappointing receiver in 2008. One could blame the QBs, but his drops were well-documented. He needs some stick 'um to regain his coach's and QB's confidence.
54
43
WR
Santonio Holmes
PITT
Living large off that Super Bowl catch. Just leave the weed alone, Holmes!
55
80
WR
Santana Moss
WASH
Frightfully inconsistent. Can have huge games or zeroes. Best in Total Points leagues.
56
57
WR
Lee Evans
BUF
Evans always sync'd with Losman a bit more, but could have a big year getting single coverage with TO on the other side of the field.
57
38
RB
Darren McFadden
OAK
This guy is just too good to have to share carries with 2-3 other backs….but he does play for the Raiders.
58
66
TE
Dallas Clark
IND
Runs the midfield Up pattern better than most WRs.
59
77
RB
Thomas Jones
NYJ
Trying to get one last big payday as he knows the downward spiral of his career is about to begin.
60
69
WR
Hines Ward
PITT
Losing Looks to the youngsters. Still a good number 2 WR.
ROUND 6
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
61
51
RB
Jonathan Stewart
CAR
Greatly overshadowed by DeAngelo Williams in the last half of 2008, but don't overlook his 850 yards and 10 TDs in his rookie campaign.
62
104
WR
Anthony Gonzalez
IND
Unquestionably the number 2 receiver for Indy's offense.
63
72
WR
Bernard Berrian
MINN
He has to hope that Rosenfels can run the offense to get anywhere close to respectable numbers on this running team.
64
NA
WR
Donnie Avery
STL
Avery put some good games together last year and could be a surprise with a healthy Bulger and his position as number 1 receiver.
65
73
WR
Laveranues Coles
CIN
Coles will have to battle with The Mouth in Cincy, but if he can get in tune with Palmer, he could easily replace T.J. Housh.
66
81
WR
Jerrico Cotchery
NYJ
Cotchery finds himself in the number 1 receiver spot and is hoping Sanchez steps into the role of starting QB with few hitches.
67
13
RB
Larry Johnson
KC
Perpetually unhappy. Perpetually on a bad team. Facing the challenge of youth in Jamaal Charles. LJ needs to produce to help get his desire to play elsewhere.
68
NA
WR
Eddie Royal
DEN
Royal had a fantastic year for a rookie QB. Lots of question marks in 2009 with a new offense. However, thanks to Brandon Marshall's immaturity, he has had a chance to bond with QB Orton.
69
NA
WR
Kevin Walter
HOU
900 yards and 8 TD helped Walter make a statement as an every week starter. Should see similar numbers this year.
70
36
WR
Chad Johnson
CIN
Promotes himself so much that even he is distracted by it. I refuse to call him by his changed "name". He could be a steal this far down though.
71
146
QB
Matt Schaub
HOU
Huge expectations coming into 2009. He must stay healthy to meet and exceed them.
72
32
QB
Carson Palmer
CIN
Palmer is poised to return to his 2007 level of 4000+ yards and 25+ TDs.
ROUND 7
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
73
NA
WR
Lance Moore
NO
900 Yards and 10 TDs usually gets you ranked higher, but he does have a bit of a shoulder injury.
74
NA
WR
DeSean Jackson
PHIL
Good numbers, but rarely found the end zone in 2008. Maybe if he were to take the ball ACROSS the goal line, his numbers would be better.
75
10
RB
Marshawn Lynch
BUF
You won't get anything out of Lynch during his 3-game suspension, but he'll return on a mission.
76
156
RB
Derrick Ward
TB
Ward had great numbers in a part-time role in NY. Jacobs monopolized the goal line carries though. Ward doesn't have to worry about that any longer.
77
NA
WR
Steve Breaston
AZ
Great yardage numbers last season, but low TD numbers. With Boldin more focused on his contract than playing, the TDs could increase.
78
68
RB
LenDale White
TENN
Chris Johnson gets more carries, but White gets them where they count, as his 15 2008 TDs testifies.
79
34
RB
Jamal Lewis
CLE
Juuuuuuust broke the 1000-yard barrier in 2008, but barely broke the goal line plane.
80
NA
RB
Donald Brown
IND
Brown was definitely drafted to split time with Addai this year. He had monstrous college numbers so the talent is there if the carries are.
81
75
TE
Chris Cooley
WASH
Quietly consistent and always a safe tight end choice.
82
59
TE
Tony Gonzalez
ATL
Tony G should see very nice numbers once again in Atlanta's offense, especially if White's holdout lasts awhile.
83
46
QB
Ben Roethlisberger
PITT
How much will the Super Bowl hangover and off-field distractions hurt Big Ben's production this year? Not much with the quality of players at skill positions that the Steelers have.
84
NA
RB
Fred Jackson
BUF
Fred gets the role of Main Man for the first 3 games and then, most likely, slides back to a platoon role.
ROUND 8
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
85
136
RB
Felix Jones
DAL
Felix was as good as advertised until getting hurt last year. The Cowboys are unsure of where and how much to use him this year.
86
124
TE
Greg Olsen
CHI
With Cutler running the show and Desmond Clark slowing down, expect a big year from Olsen.
87
155
RB
Darren Sproles
SD
Sproles definitely left an impression in 2008. He will get more carries and catches to justify that big raise this year.
88
NA
RB
Correll Buckhalter
DEN
Denver's backfield has been a coin flip for years and this year is no different. Buckhalter always played well in Westbrook's absence, so he has the skills. If Moreno continues to hold-out, CB could be in for a big year.
89
NA
RB
Knowshon Moreno
DEN
For some reason Moreno thinks he is in the catbird seat and wants big money, but Denver has 3 other capable running backs and does not feel compelled to give in.
90
55
RB
Julius Jones
SEA
Jones could have a sneaky good year of Hasselbeck gets the passing game going again….and he gets a few goal-line caries.
91
183
QB
Matt Ryan
ATL
Ryan defied convention and had a remarkable season as a rookie QB. He has a new weapon with Tony G, but a greedy wideout in White to contend with this year.
92
NA
RB
Jamaal Charles
KC
With KC going nowhere fast, they should be amped to see if Charles is their long-term answer at RB.
93
88
QB
Jay Cutler
CHI
HUGE expectations for Cutler with little talent to throw to. The Bears have never been known as a passing team, so he should measure his success on guiding the team to Wins.
94
148
WR
Ted Ginn Jr
MIA
Ginn would make a team with a real QB very happy.
95
NA
WR
Devin Hester
CHI
Can Hester really be a number 1 receiver? The Bears are determined to find out this year.
96
31
WR
Torry Holt
JACK
Holt goes from an offense where he wasn't sure if his QB will stay healthy each year to an offense where he is not sure who the QB will be. If his tank is full, he could be a huge steal this late.
ROUND 9
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
97
NA
TE
Dustin Keller
NYJ
Found great success catching passes from Favre last year. That experience should help him achieve those numbers again this year with Sanchez.
98
NA
WR
Michael Crabtree
SF
Foot injury and contract holdout. Yeah, way to get on Coach Singletary's good side!
99
122
DEF
Pittsburgh Steelers
PITT
This version of the Steel Curtain is as nasty as it gets nowadays.
100
145
RB
Leon Washington
NYJ
Caught between outplaying his current contract and asking for too much money. He has little leverage and could really see him numbers diminish even if he does sign.
101
126
RB
Ahmad Bradshaw
NYG
"Lightning" should get 10-12 carries a game to keep opposing defenses off-balance this season.
102
127
TE
Owen Daniels
HOU
Daniels saw his production slip with the emergence of Kevin Walter, but getting Schaub back under center helps his Looks.
103
NA
RB
Sammy Morris
NE
Morris did very well in 2008, but 2009 is a mystery due to a loaded backfield and the return of Brady.
104
NA
QB
Matt Cassel
KC
Cassel goes from the best franchise to one of the worst, but carries lots of bags with dollar signs on them. If he succeed outside of the Patriots' system, his numbers will be similar to last year and will make his owners very happy.
105
92
WR
Donald Driver
GB
Driver was written off before last year, but he still broke 1000 yards. You could do worse with your number 3 receiver.
106
NA
RB
LeSean McCoy
PHIL
McCoy could be in for a huge year if Westbrook's ankle is still banged up.
107
NA
WR
Percy Harvin
MINN
Harvin finally inked a deal and could be in line for a big year if Minny uses him as rumored.
108
64
WR
Chris Chambers
SD
His numbers should improve as San Diego throws more and Jackson gets double-teamed.
ROUND 10
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
109
178
DEF
New York Giants
NYG
The Giants D was respectable in 2008 even after retirements and holdouts. They should be at full strength this year.
110
152
WR
Mark Clayton
BAL
Clayton had flashes of brilliance in 2008. He could step up this year and officially put Mason into retirement.
111
58
TE
Kellen Winslow II
TB
Going to Tampa should get him plenty of Looks, no matter who the QB is.
112
125
TE
Tony Sheffler
DEN
Orton seemed to find his tight ends quite a bit in Chicago, so Sheffler should not suffer a helluva lot with Cutler out of town.
113
141
WR
Isaac Bruce
SF
No one expected over 800 yards and 7 TDs last year. He could repeat those numbers this year.
114
NA
DEF
Tennessee Titans
TENN
Losing Haynesworth hurts, but still a top tier defense.
115
90
DEF
Minnesota Vikings
MINN
The Vikings' D seems to have a nose for the end zone…and for keeping the Williams boyz on the field.
116
NA
WR
Hakeem Nicks
NYG
The rookie is poised to be the Giants' number 1 receiver. Big expectations for a rookie in a big town.
117
110
QB
Eli Manning
NYG
The most overrated QB in the game.
118
12
RB
Willis McGahee
BAL
Injuries and followed by a RB-by-committee curtailed his 2008 campaign. He looks to be behind Rice on the depth chart to start 2009.
119
67
RB
Rashard Mendenhall
PITT
Huge expectations went gravely unmet in 2008. Coming back off a knee injury greatly lowers them this year. He will definitely be a part-time back all year.
120
93
WR
Patrick Crayton
DAL
If Roy Williams does not step up this year, Crayton is in line to pick up the slack.
ROUND 11
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
121
116
WR
Justin Gage
TENN
Gage shows flashes of symmetry with Kerry Collins, but this IS a running team.
122
NA
RB
Ricky Williams
MIA
Ricky is an active part of the Dolphin offense as a complimentary back.
123
NA
RB
Tim Hightower
AZ
Hightower is not "the" running back of the future for the Cardinals, but will get the ball around the goal line and will see more action if Wells' ankle injury lingers.
124
NA
WR
Michael Jenkins
ATL
Jenkins looked good as the number 2 receiver in 2008 and is poised for a huge year if White has a prolonged holdout.
125
NA
RB
Darrius Heyward-Bey
OAK
The pressure of performing on the Raider offense is nothing like trying to live up to his inflated draft pick.
126
NA
WR
Mark Bradley
KC
Bradley had some good games last year and his numbers should be much better this year with Cassel under center and Bowe getting the attention of the secondary.
127
159
DEF
Baltimore Ravens
BAL
Baltimore's D regained their swagger last year. Defections and injuries should quell that momentum.
128
160
DEF
Dallas Cowboys
DAL
Dallas has hit the draft and free agent market repeatedly in hopes of improving their defense. If the pieces fit this year, they should see their long sought-after results.
129
147
RB
Jerious Norwood
ATL
Michael Turner cannot continually handle the carries they gave him last year, so Norwood should see a solid 10 per game.
130
91
WR
Kevin Curtis
PHIL
A hernia sidelined him for 2008, but he is healthy and ready to jibe with McNabb again.
131
123
RB
Justin Fargas
OAK
Fargas has shown number 1 RB talent, but he will only get part-time carries with McFadden healthy.
132
NA
QB
Kyle Orton
DEN
Orton upgrades his receiving core immensely. As long as his shackles did not travel to Denver with him, he is poised for a good Sleeper season.
ROUND 12
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
133
NA
QB
Trent Edwards
BUF
The team is his now and he has two solid receivers. Boon or bust time.
134
173
TE
Zach Miller
OAK
Every running QB needs a good TE safety valve, especially when the receiving options are limited.
135
NA
WR
Domenick Hixon
NYG
Hixon is speedy and will compete with Nicks for Manning's love.
136
NA
TE
John Carlson
SEA
Carlson had a productive 2008. Will he get the same opportunities in 2009? I think he earned the team's trust to be an integral part of their passing game.
137
NA
WR
Josh Morgan
SF
Morgan is a definite Sleeper. Bruce is getting old and the offense is getting better.
138
154
WR
Derrick Mason
BAL
His retirement threat will not endear him to the team and one will have to question his focus this year.
139
71
QB
Matt Hasselbeck
SEA
Injuries killed Hasselbeck's 2008. He returns under a new coach and a wealth of receivers.
140
NA
QB
Chad Pennington
MIA
Pennington had a surprisingly good 2008 with over 3500 yards and 19 TDs.
141
NA
QB
Brady Quinn
CLE
It appears that Quinn will be given the reins. He showed skills in his limited 2008 season, so he could be a sneaky pick this late in the game as your backup QB.
142
NA
WR
Earl Bennett
CHI
Lots of hype with former college signal-caller Cutler coming to town. Was not given a chance in 2008, so is he ready to step up this year?
143
56
RB
Fred Taylor
NE
Fred gets a shot at his Super Bowl, but don't expect great numbers to come with it.
144
25
RB
Earnest Graham
TB
Returning from an injury-filled season to welcome a new running mate. The division of carries will be interesting to watch.
ROUND 13
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
145
107
QB
Jake Delhomme
CAR
Don't expect big numbers unless the Panthers are behind.
146
130
QB
David Garrard
JACK
Garrard regressed last year and has a questionable receiving core this year.
147
94
TE
Vernon Davis
SF
Davis straightened up and started producing at the end of 2008. Could be in line for a big year.
148
187
QB
Joe Flacco
BAL
Flacco was unflappable last year. The Ravens are still a running team, but you could do worse for your backup QB.
149
WR
WR
Mike Walker
JACK
Walker could surprise this year, especially if Holt has truly lost a step or two.
150
87
WR
Javon Walker
OAK
Javon thanked Oakland in 2008 for his huge contract by getting hurt and doing nothing. He made right so far by taking much less cash and vowing to put up his expected numbers. We'll see.
151
NA
DEF
Miami Dolphins
DEF
Never dismiss a Parcell's defense.
152
NA
DEF
Philadelphia Eagles
PHIL
Losing DC Jim Johnson and leader Brian Dawkins will hurt this year, but still a top-10 defense.
153
74
TE
Jeremy Shockey
NO
Shockey was a flop in 2008. Drew prefers the vertical game, so don't expect big numbers this year either.
154
113
TE
Heath Miller
PITT
Not many yards, but should get plenty of Red Zone opportunities.
155
NA
WR
Johnnie Lee Higgins
NYJ
Should Crabtree continue to holdout for ridiculous money or have his foot continue to bother him, who's to say that Higgins can't fill the role of burner and be a late-draft steal?
156
128
TE
Kevin Boss
NYG
Did not meet 2008 expectations, but with the youth at wideout, he should this year.
ROUND 14
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
157
181
DEF
Washington Redskins
WASH
Haynesworth immediately upgrades the defense.
158
NA
DEF
New York Jets
NYJ
Some new faces greatly upgrade the defense….hopefully the offense keeps them off the field a bit.
159
NA
DEF
Houston
HOU
Mario Williams anchors an underrated unit.
160
76
RB
Chester Taylor
MINN
A MUST handcuff to Adrian Peterson. Puts up solid numbers even when sharing the backfield.
161
140
K
Steve Gostkowski
NE
May lose points as the offense returns to scoring TDs instead of field goals with greater frequency.
162
154
K
Rob Bironas
TENN
Another rock solid year for Bironas can be expected.
163
NA
RB
T.J. Duckett
SEA
Not many yards, but 8 TDs is nothing to sneeze at!
164
NA
WR
Brian Robiskie
CLE
Appears to be set to win the number 2 receiver position in Cleveland…for what that's worth.
165
NA
WR
Nate Washington
TENN
Has the speed to outrun Kerry Collins. Should the Titans decide to get vertical, Washington may put up some long TDs. I'd be skeptical about using him in a PPR league though.
166
161
K
Kris Brown
HOU
Brown continues to flash his leg strength and improved accuracy.
167
109
DEF
Chicago Bears
CHI
The defense continues to get older and is not the force it was a few years ago.
168
NA
RB
Jerome Harrison
CLE
Harrison shined in limited opportunities last year. Cleveland needs to find out if he can take over for Lewis.
ROUND 15
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
169
106
DEF
New England Patriots
NE
Their defense is constantly moving new faces in to replace old ones. Can it still be effective? The Patriots offense should put the defense way in front again and allow them to ballhawk plenty of turnovers.
170
NA
RB
Shonn Greene
NYJ
Greene was a machine at Iowa and could see significant playing time with Jones and Washington crying about contracts.
171
NA
DEF
Oakland Raiders
OAK
This is one area that seems to be underrated in Oakland. If they just didn't need to play 45 minutes a game…
172
164
K
David Akers
PHIL
Can still hit the bomb and gets plenty of opportunities.
173
NA
TE
Brandon Pettigrew
DET
With a new QB and Charles Johnson getting triple-covered, Pettigrew could be a nice Sleeper.
174
150
K
Mason Crosby
GB
Crosby is definitely a young star in the kicking world.
175
165
K
John Kasay
CAR
Still has the big leg.
176
NA
K
Jeff Reed
PITT
Reed is extremely accurate in one of the toughest stadiums to kick in.
177
121
K
Nick Folk
DAL
2008 was a down year, but can definitely put up a lot of points if Big D's offense is rolling.
178
26
RB
Laurence Maroney
NE
The Patriots have lost confidence in Maroney. It is hard to see him doing much, but extra RBs on the bench is never a bad thing.
179
168
QB
Matt Leinart
AZ
You absolutely have to handcuff him to Warner.
180
NA
RB
Mewelde Moore
PITT
Part of 3-headed monster in Pittsburgh, but had a great year in relief of injured RBs. Could see a repeat this year, at least with Parker.
ROUND 16
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Team
Comment
181
NA
TE
Brett Celek
PHIL
Celek turned in a few good games last year. With L.J. Smith gone, he has the role full-time.
182
NA
WR
Devery Henderson
NO
Henderson is a tough player to draft as you never know when he will go off. When he does, he can go for over 100 yards and a TD, but can just as easily get you a goose egg.
183
NA
RB
Glen Coffee
SF
The rookie is a must handcuff to Frank Gore.
184
NA
K
Ryan Longwell
MINN
Longwell keeps right on going.
185
NA
K
Sebastian Janikowski
OAK
Janikowski can certainly boom a 60-yarder, but it has always been the limited opportunities that kill his value.
186
NA
TE
Chase Coffman
CIN
The rookie was a pass catching machine in college and steps into the starting TE role with Cincy. Will Palmer look his way or not? If he wants sure completions, he better!
187
96
DEF
San Diego Chargers
SD
San Diego gets its linebacking core back and healthy. If a defense can be a Sleeper, SD looks to wear that moniker this year.
188
NA
WR
Nate Burleson
SEA
Burleson was poised for a big 2008 until he blew his knee out. Not a bad place to take a flier on him.
189
115
TE
L.J. Smith
BAL
Smith was very reliable in Philly, when healthy. He was signed to replace the perpetually injured Heap.
190
175
K
Jason Elam
ATL
Elam showed plenty of life left in his right leg for a better-than-expected Falcons offense.
191
162
K
Robbie Gould
CHI
Gould is a good as you can expect along Lake Michigan.
192
NA
WR
Laurent Robinson
STL
If the Rams' passing game is successful, Avery won't be the only one catching balls.
Notable Omissions
2009
2008
Pos
Player
Comment
NA
20
RB
Rudi Johnson
Wow…booted out of Cincinnati and rode the pine in Detroit. What a tumble!
NA
39
WR
Plaxico Burress
Unable to pull an end around the legal system. Looking up at Lady Justice is a tough matchup.
NA
41
WR
Marvin Harrison
Many would prefer he leaves his legacy in Indy intact and does not catch on elsewhere.
NA
42
RB
Edgerrin James
At least he is fading away after playing in the Super Bowl.
NA
111
QB
Brett Favre
Was August 1 the day that the final nail went into his playing coffin?!!!
NA
176
DEF
Tampa Bay
The defense made a gallant last stand in 2008, but appears to be in transition for awhile.
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