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2010 NFL Mock Draft

2010 NFL Mock Draft

2010 NFL Mock Draft

19. Atlanta Falcons (9-7)

DB Kyle Wilson (Boise State)

With the signing of CB Dunta Robinson via free agency, the need is not as huge as it once was. But, with Kyle Wilson sitting there at 19, the Falcons make the move and make steps towards shoring up a secondary that ranked 28th against the pass.  Another need is definitely defensive end, with John Abraham turning 32 in a month, and Jamaal Anderson being widely known as a bust.   The problem with drafting DE at this position, is that there aren't any that I feel are worthy of this pick.  With Kyle Wilson, you get someone who can come in and start right away.  There are a few DEs that I see the Falcons targeting in the 2nd round.    

Why he's good for the Falcons:

If Wilson comes out and plays as well as he did in college, then the Falcons will be set for years at the CB position.  They need to stop the pass, and Wilson is the best on the board at this pick.  There may be a few other options here, such as TE Jermaine Gresham, or even DE Brandon Graham, but I feel like both of those would be a stretch. 

Chris Houston Traded to Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions started the rebuilding of their defense by acquiring CB Chris Houston from the Atlanta Falcons.  Houston, who was a former second round draft pick, became expendable when free agent CB Dunta Robinson signed this week.  In exchange for Houston, the Falcons will receive the Lions' sixth round draft pick, while also swapping fifth round picks as well.  

Robinson Inks $57 Million Deal

Dunta Robinson got his wish, as he signed a six-year, $57 million deal that will pay him $25.5 million guaranteed.  Robinson, who played his entire career with the Houston Texans, was very unhappy about the lack of a long-term deal while he was with them, and opted to test the free agent market instead.  Robinson was their franchise player last year, making $9.957 million.  

Good deal for Robinson... It was clear that he was the best cornerback on the market and that he wouldn't last long.  The Falcons did a good job getting a deal done quickly, considering their secondary isn't too much to brag about.  The Falcons ranked 28th in the league against the pass, so it was obvious going into free agency and the draft that they would look for some sort of help.  

Top NFL Draft Prospects

19. Jason Pierre-Paul, DE

Atlanta Falcons(9-7)

Although not well known, Pierre-Paul led University of South Florida with 6.5 sacks, 16.5 tackles for loss and six quarterback hurries. He also hauled in an  interception, forced two fumbles and blocked a kick.  He is a very raw talent, but expect this 6'6 260 pound DE to shoot up the charts after the combine.  He has the strength, speed, and size that is a defensive line coach's dream.  In the right system, he will be an ideal project, and given the opportunity to learn from former All-Pro DE John Abraham, he has the ability to become a tremendous player.  Like I said, he is raw, but the potential is there.  He has the ability to play either a 4-3 DE or a 3-4 OLB.  With a few more pounds added to his frame he can become a dominant 4-3 DE.  

Why he's good for the Falcons

Well, after 44 games in the NFL, DE Jamaal Anderson has been officially considered a bust.  Atlanta ranked 26th overall in the league, tied with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Seattle Seahawks, in sacks this year with a mere 28.  Anderson finished the year with only .5 sacks.  Pierre-Paul will definitely be able to help this team out in the long run and hopefully fill the hole on the defensive line that Anderson has created.

DeSean Jackson Officially Out against Atlanta Falcons

According to NFL.com, DeSean Jackson, of the Philadelphia Eagles, has been ruled out against the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday.  Jackson, the Eagles leader in receiving yards(769) and receiving  touchdowns(six), did not participate in practice all week after suffering the concussion in the third quarter of last week's victory over the Washington Redskins.  Jackson, who was drafted by the Eagles last year, is on pace to shatter his rookie season statistics  for receiving  yards(912) and has already tripled his touchdown receptions.    (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)