NFL Draft Notes

What can be better than the NFL Draft? It is the greatest draft of all of the big three.

It is a spectacle that brings together some of the best athletes in the world on a grand stage in the Big Apple. Each of the teams that are present have nothing but enthusiasm for what alot of these players will do for NFL franchises.

So far, the big surprise of the draft this year was the top pick of Reggie Bush.

The next one is the Vince Young went third with the Tennessee Titans. Perhaps the Titans brass are looking to replace Mcnair. The Titans may be a good fit for Young, a mobile quarterback who has size and a good arm. Although he only threw at a 58% completion percentage all year at the University of Texas, this can be improved.

My thought is that Leinert is probably the better NFL prospect, that fits the mold of the prototype quarterback. He has the size, 6'4 7/8" and 223 lbs. He has a strong arm and most importantly the consistency, having won at a high level against quality Division I opponents. This three time All-American will make a franchise successful eventually. The only question mark, one that was on the minds of the Jet organization, is whether Leinert's intentions are to pursue a Hollywood career. If this were the case, it could take away from the potential to move New York forward to playoff wins.

D'Brickashaw Ferguson, 6'6" 310lbs, was the fourth pick in the draft. This pick will help to further the protection around Chad Pennington. Pennington, who spent most of last year on the disabled list, looks to come back this year to a Jet team with many needs to be a winner in the 2006 campaign. Offensive tackles are a premium in this league. With the athleticism that Ferguson possesses for a man of his size, he should be a cornerstone for the Jet franchise for years to come.

One of the only risk that this team is taking, is whether Pennington who injured his throwing arm last year, can withstand a 16 game schedule. These questions will be addressed in training camp and beyond.

Certainly, Leinert will go before Ohio State's A.J. Hawk. Hawk, the imposing leading tackler for the Buckeyes last year, looks good to the be the pick after Leinert. His speed is great and aggressivness is legendary. The only question with Hawk is that he may not be tall enough. In the land of the NFL, 6'3" or 6'4" are good stature for the linebacker position.

What about the Browns?

My prediction is that the Browns do not need to address receivers, quarterback, or running back. What the team needs is a quality linebacker, defensive lineman or a defensive back. More news on that to come. Let's see what is in store for the next few picks.