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2010 NFL Draft

7. Cleveland Browns (5-11)

DB Joe Haden (Florida)  

This is a very interesting pick... The Browns can go so many possible ways here.  They are in need of a QB, they lack a pass rush, and they can't stop the run.  McClain would be an interesting pick, as well as Florida CB Joe Haden.  With Berry off the board, this pick is very difficult to see coming.  My pick:  CB Joe Haden.  I firmly believe that he is the best CB in this draft.  He brings the physical ability to jam the receiver, help the run defense, and cover any receiver down the field.  

Why he's good for the Browns:

Joe is the best cornerback in this draft.  He will instantly upgrade the Browns' defense and will also help to solidify their rushing defense.  

2010 NFL Mock Draft

2010 NFL Mock Draft

2010 NFL Mock Draft

10. Jacksonville Jaguars(7-9)

CB Joe Haden (Florida)

With the best defensive end taken off the board, and a new approach that calls for taking the best player available, the Jacksonville Jaguars shore up a spot on their roster that they are lacking in.  Jacksonville takes Joe Haden, who is the consensus no. 1 CB in the draft, as they start to rebuild a defense that surrendered 236 yards per game through the air.  Haden brings the ability to cover any receiver one-on-one, as well as help in run support, which was another soft spot in the Jags defense.  

Why he's good for the Jaguars: 

Joe Haden is the best player available and instantly shores up their secondary.  While Derek Cox is going to be great for years to come, Rashean Mathis is close to the end of his career as a starter.  Mathis, who is a former Pro Bowler, hasn't seen the field for a full season in the past three years, and it would be great to have an insurance policy of Haden's caliber waiting in the wings.  

Florida Pro Day... Part 2

So, this was a great day!  I rubbed shoulders with some of NFL's top execs and Head Coaches... Including the likes of Tom Coughlin, Mike Tomlin, and Zeke Bratkowski, who as many of you know, has been helping former Florida QB Tim Tebow with his throwing mechanics.  I will be uploading audio and video of all todays events, but for a quick recap:  

Joe Haden: A lot of questions were swirling around his performance during the draft, and he told me that a lot of it had to do with an injury that occurred to his lower back.  He looked fluid, and most importantly, fast.  He started the day by running between 4.37 and 4.42 unofficially, but officially it ended up being 4.45, which was very good considering the disappoint he had at the NFL Combine.  He looked great during individual drills, showing his ability to high point the ball, and looked tremendously quick throughout his shuttle drills.  He has cemented himself in the Top 10.  

Brandon Spikes:  He could not do anything more to hurt his stock than run a 5.02 and 5.08 unofficially in the 40 yard dash.  He tremendously hurt his stock as a player who had recently visited with the Pittsburgh Steelers, who own the 18th overall pick, as well as the New York Giants, who hold the 15th pick.  He did look decent in the drills considering the miserable weather conditions though.    

Inside the NFL Combine- Part 6

First story of the final day starts with Alabama cornerback Javier Arenas, who tweaked his hamstring while participating in the forty yard dash.  As soon as he finished running, he immediately found his way to the trainer.  He will end up missing the rest of the drills, but will be able to perform drills at Alabama Pro Day on March 10. 

Tennessee DB Eric Berry seemed disappointed after posting a 4.43 unofficial still showed he has great speed and explosion.  Berry, has been said to be able to run a sub 4.4, so we will see on his second run what he will post.  

Florida CB Joe Haden posted a 4.57 forty time, which was a bit surprising.  I was really hoping to see him put up a sub 4.5 number, but again, we will see on his next run.  It was apparent that he was losing speed on his initial step out of his stance. 

UPDATE: Eric Berry just posted a 4.4 forty time. Joe Haden posted a 4.6 forty time.  He never looked comfortable in his stance and it was apparent that he wasn't getting that initial burst that we all know that Haden has.  Hopefully, he can turn it on during the drills.

UPDATE: USC Taylor Mays runs an unofficial 4.24 forty yard dash.  I know it's unofficial, but 4.24 at 230 pounds in amazing.  He also boasted a 41" vertical... I do need to see what he looks like in his hip flexion drills, because at this level, as a safety you need to display an ability to run with wide receivers... Something Mays has yet to show at the college level.  

Top NFL Draft Prospects

13. Joe Haden, CB

San Francisco 49ers(8-8)

If you are looking for the shutdown cornerback in the draft, this is it.  The Jim Thorpe Award Finalist tallied 34 career passes defended, while shutting down teams' number 1 receivers throughout each season.  Haden displays tremendous athletic ability, and at 5'11 195 pounds, plays much bigger.  He displays excellent play recognition skills and has a knack for being around the ball.  He shows he can support the run defense very well as he ended his career with 197 tackles.  His greatest asset for a team will be in man-to-man defense, although he has shown a improvement in his skills in zone coverage.  Joe showed that he is very comfortable in space or pressed up against a team's best WR.  

Why he's good for the 49ers:

Obviously, with a very good linebacker core, the 49ers' main concern is to address their somewhat lackluster secondary.  CBs Nate Clements and Dre' Bly have been great in the league, but are now on the decline of their careers.  With Joe Haden in the mix, a influx of youth is added to go along with FS Dashon Goldson, who was a very pleasant surprise in their secondary.  The team was stout against the run and their main concern is definitely to address a secondary that allowed 229 yards per game through the air.  In Haden, you also get another player that is strong in run support, as well as someone who has the tools and ability to play a safety position.