Ultimate Mock Draft - Round 2

33. Oakland - Ben Grubbs (OG-Auburn) - The Raiders' shiny new offensive toys won't have much room to operate without some improvement along the O-line. A stud like Grubbs could be one of the keys to the team's potential turnaround.

34. Detroit - Charles Johnson (DE-Georgia) - Kalimba Edwards led the lions with 7 sacks last year. That's not very good. The Lions hope that adding Johnson and the return of Shaun Rodgers will free up another very large man to sit on Matt Millen until his contract runs out.

35. Tampa Bay - Justin Harrell (DT-Tennessee) - Tampa's defense has hemorraghed talent over the last few years, and Harrell is a big enough guy to create opportunities for the few that remain.

36. Cleveland - Ryan Kalil (C-USC) - Last summer's key free agent signing, center LeCharles Bentley, will probably not be back this year, but if Ryan Kalil is till on the board at this spot, who cares? He has been called a "can't-miss" center prospect and could protect Vinnie Testaverde well into the next decade.

37. Chicago - Zach Miller (TE-Arizona State) - Rex Grossman sucks.

38. Arizona - Tony Ugoh (T-Arkansas) - Levi Brown would have been a bit of a stretch at their spot in the first round and Ugoh's pass protection skills make him a better fit for a Cardinals team that would do well to get the ball in the air by any means necessary.

39. Atlanta - Anthony Spencer (DE-Purdue) - Assuming the Dirty Birds don't reach for a safety here (similar caliber players in that position will be available in the next round), look for them to follow the trend of shoring up both trenches. Or they could add another receiver that can't catch, because that has worked well so far.

40. Miami - Arron Sears (G-Tennessee) - Sears played four different line positions during one game while at UT, which is good because Miami has lost five lineman from an already poor unit. Sears may be called on to cover multiple positions during the same play. Brady Quinn is going to get hurt.

41. Minnesota - Jason Hill (WR-Washington State) - The Vikings say that Tavaris Jackson is their QB of the future, but suspect QB + comatose WR corps = losing to the Lions...maybe.

42. San Francisco - Daymeion Hughes (CB-Cal) - STH really likes the idea of prospects playing pro ball close to where they went to college. This is huge for Hughes, who will be saved the hassle of moving out of his studio apartment.

43. Buffalo - David Harris (ILB, Michigan) - London Fletcher and Takeo Spikes' replacement fails to have a kick-ass name, but a team that lost three of its most productive defenders can't afford the time it would take to convert safety Sabby Piscitelli into an NFL linebacker.

44. Atlanta - Michael Bush (RB-Louisville) - We also like the idea of coaches and players being reunited on a new team. We live in our hearts, what can I say?

45. Carolina - Steve Smith (WR-USC) - This pick needs to happen just to have two Steve Smiths at the same position on the same team, but when you take a look at the Panther's depth chart at WR, it needs to happen for a lot of other reasons, too.

46. Pittsburgh - Samson Satele (C-Hawaii) The versatile Satele could compete to replace Jeff Hartings at center, but he is versatile enough to be plugged in at guard as well? The Steelers organization loves guys they can move around while keeping the unit intact. A remarkable athlete, Satele was injury-free throughout college and named an all-state performer in basketball three times in high school. The Steelers' scouting department also never overlooks another potential All-NFL Hair Team member.

47. Green Bay - Brandon Jackson (RB-Nebraska) - The Packers could team Jackson with Vernand Morency to form a RB tandem the likes of which has never been seen. They could also make the running game just viable enough to keep games close during Brett Favre's last(?) run at a championship.

48. Jacksonville - Drew Stanton (QB-Michigan State) - Jacksonville did well with a Drew last year and looks to start a trend. Stanton is far more mobile than Lord Byron, but the Jags will exercise restraint and not attempt to convert him to a WR.

49. Cincinnati - Quentin Moses (DE-Georgia) - He replaced David Pollack at UGA and everyone likes a familiar situation...except maybe the Bengals during the last year.

50. Tennessee - Anthony Gonzalez (WR-Ohio State) - The six WRs on the Titans' depth chart accounted for a total of 49 receptions last year. Oh boy.

51. New York Giants - Tank Tyler (DT-NC State) - If NC State is such a D-line breeding ground, why is their team never very good? They must spend all their time prepping for the combines. Regardless, the Giants needs healthy bodies in their front seven and Tank never missed a game due to injury while playing for the Wolfpack.

52. St. Louis - Tanard Jackson (CB-Syracuse) - Syracuse has someone worth being drafted? You betcha. Jackson's lack of big-play capability won't be an issue on a team that hasn't won with defense in years.

53. Dallas - Marcus McCauley (CB, Fresno State) - A precursor to the Fresno State fourth round bonanza, McCauley lands in a spot that will allow him to develop without being put on the spot immediately. No word on his FG holding abilities.

54. Kansas City - Trent Edwards (QB-Stanford) - There absolutely must be a Trent at QB for the Chiefs. Absolutely. Must. Plus, Edwards is a steal this late for a team that desperately needs someone to groom.

55. Seattle - LaMarr Woodley (DE-Michigan) - Grant Wistrom's retirement means the team once again has a hole at DE. Woodley has a chance to be a star on a strong Seahawks defense that won't let opponents key on him as a pass rusher.

56. Denver - Eric Weddle (S-Utah) - In 2005, Weddle locked down Calvin Johnson and limited him to two catches for 19 yards. This accomplished defender will be able to immediately contribute to the scariest secondary in the NFL.

57. Philadelphia - Tony Hunt (RB-Penn State) -
Eagles Fan 1: You know what the Iggles need?
Eagles Fan 2: What?
Eagles Fan 1: A big back.
[Repeat ad nauseum]
Andy Reid finally caves.

58. New Orleans - Rufus Alexander (OLB-Oklahoma) - Rufus brings his time-travelling phone booth to New Orleans to provide some much needed playmaking ability. If the Saints can address some concerns on defense, they will prove to be much more than a one year wonder.

59. New York Jets - Tim Crowder (DE-Texas) - The Jets hope to have found the edge rusher they lacked last year. Based solely on name, I'm predicting now that Crowder goes on to be a sports commentator or 60 Minutes contributor.

60. Miami (from New England) - Jonathan Wade (CB-Tennessee) - Losses on the D-Line mean that a deluge of passes flood the secondary requiring Wade-ing. Groan. Plus other Wades have been successful in Miami.

61. Baltimore - Josh Beekman (G-Boston College) - This pick beefs us the Ravens' line. Look for McGahee to rip off runs over 4 yards, something unheard of last year with Jamal Lewis.

62. San Diego - Brandon Meriweather (S-Miami) - Aside from the ego thing, who wouldn't want to be drafted by an already great defense? You are instantly on a winner with very little pressure to lead. Too bad the head coach was an afterthought. Just for a season, it would have been great to see a truly elite team play coachless. I bet the Chargers would go at least 11-5.

63. New York Jets (from Chicago) - Craig Davis (WR-LSU) - See pick 37. Teams assume an erratic QB becomes more dependable with more targets. If only they were as smart as I. Let's say they draft Troy Smith here and he goes ape on every team that passed him up. The Bears would be a lock to return to the Super Bowl and be stomped by the coachless Chargers.

64. Tampa Bay (from Indianapolis) - Victor Abiamiri (DE-Notre Dame) - A leader at every level, Abiamiri will be a cornerstone for the next generation of Bucs defense, or a very large financial consultant. It could go either way.

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