John Clay is Abraham's top RB in 2011

2. D'Quan Bowers, DE, JR, Clemons, 6'5 275
Bowers is a athletically gifted for his size. A complete defensive end who can get to the quarterback and hold up inrun support.

3. John Clay, RB, JR, Wisconsin, 6'1 248
Clay reminds me of Jerome Bettis when he's 'on.' He had over 1,500 yards rushing last season and proved to be a dependable workhorse running back; conditioning does seem to wane late in games.

4. Noel Devine, RB, SR, West Virginia, 5'7 175
Noel is extremely fun to watch. Video game like quickness and can score from anywhere on the field.

Ryan Mallett is already poised to be top QB in 2011

An incredibly strong armed quarterback with great command. He has a natural ability to sense the backside rush, step into the pocket, and make the tough throw; Mallett will have the chance to build on his record setting 2009 season.

2. D' Quan Bowers, DE, JR, Clemson, 6'5 275
Bowers is athletically gifted for his size. A complete defensive end who can get to the quarterback and hold up in run support.

3. Jake Locker, QB, SR, Washington, 6'3 225

May have been the top pick in the 2010 class. He grades out very high in most categories and should only get better this year, A very impressive quarterback.

4. Patrick Peterson, CB, JR, LSU, 6'1 212

Peterson has great feet and hips for his size. He would've been my top corner in this draft class, I didn't see Peterson get beat over the top against any receiver in the SEC conference.

5. Gabe Carimi, OT, SR, Wisconsin, 6'7 325
Carimi is another 'technique sound' offensive lineman from the Big Ten conference. He reminds me alot of former teammate and first round pick Joe Thoma.

LeGarrette Blount won't be the first running back selected in this week's NFL draft. But few players in the 2010 draft are more intriguing than the former Oregon standout.

A postgame meltdown in the 2009 season opener at Boise State — Blount punched a Broncos player after the Ducks' 19-8 loss Sept. 3 — seemingly has been replayed more times than "The Wizard of Oz."That lapse of judgment not only derailed Blount's senior season, but put his potential NFL career in jeopardy. Character issues likely have cost him a lucrative signing bonus.

"He was a first- or second-rounder before," said John Clayton, an NFL analyst for ESPN.But Blount has helped himself since the incident. Despite receiving a season-long suspension, Blount stayed in school and practiced with the scout team. He was reinstated late in the season by coach Chip Kelly and played in the Civil War and Rose Bowl.

NFL Draft Analyst, Abraham Munch, will conduct a 32 team NFL Mock Draft, including team needs and analysis.  

Completed our round 1 mock draft and you can listen the picks 12-32 by clicking onto the link right here.

You can listen to Saturday's show by click onto the link right here.

Abraham discussed some of the top players in ths year's draft and some possible alternate selections for the top 11 teams.

This is a continuing series of draft discussions that will occur through out the year here on NFLSD. 

 Update, Thursday, April 15, 2010.

1. St. Louis- Ndamakung Suh, DT, Nebraska

It’s a coin flip between either Suh or Sam Bradford here. I’m going with Suh. This pick immediately upgrades the production of Chris Long and Adam Carriker, while vastly improving the complete defensive unit.

Alternate: Sam Bradford

2. Detroit- Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma

The Lions are severely lacking playmakers along the front four; McCoy gives them a cornerstone tackle that can get to the quarterback.

Alternate: Russell Okung

3. Tampa Bay- Eric Berry, FS/CB, Tennesse

My favorite player in this draft class, Eric Berry gives Raheem Morris a playmaker who can do it all from the safety position- cover the deep zones, play inside, and handle the slot receiver; Should be a great football player.

Alternate: Gerald McCoy

4. Washington- Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma St.

The Redskins need to insure protection for newly acquired Donovan McNabb. Okung Is the most complete lineman in a very solid tackle class.

Alternate: Trent Williams

5. Kansas City- Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma

Matt Cassel had a rough time staying upright last season. Trent Williams is an extremely athletic lineman who is technique sound. This pick enables Branden Albert to move back inside.

Alternate: Rolondo McClain

Sam Bradford, Oklahoma, 6’4 223                                                      

Athletic Ability:

Bradford shows good athleticism for the quarterback position, showing the mobility to release from the pocket, throw fluidly on the run, and extend the play with his feet when necessary. While Bradford won’t be a threat to gain big yardage while running, he is very capable of extending a drive with his legs for short yardage. 6.5

Competitiveness/Leadership:

Sam shows a calm but focused temperament on the field. He will rally teammates in certain situations and often huddles with the offense in-between series’. Bradford is not extremely vocal or visibly frustrated when the game doesn’t take shape, but shows good command and shows confidence in his overall playing demeanor. Teammates speak highly of Bradford. A lead by example type, who responds to the flow of the game, and showed the ability to make clutch throws with regularity. 7.5

Mental Awareness/Acumen:

A strong area of his game, Bradford shows a good understanding of coverage; both pre-snap and once movement occurs. Sam goes through his progressions, knowing where his primary, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, and outlet receivers are; going through his looks according to coverage- quickly. A sound and decisive decision maker, Bradford won’t waste time getting rid of the football with a clean pocket. He keeps his eyes downfield even with pressure closing in, but needs to improve his feel for pressure and when to release the ball under duress. Sam wasn’t pressured much at Oklahoma, and when pressured, he wasn’t always efficient with his timing. Pocket instincts could improve. Overall, Bradford’s understanding of coverage- zone drops, blitz calls, delays, and safety responsibilities are top notch. Sam is a very intelligent player, who processes information quickly. 8.0

Top 5 QB

1. Sam Bradford, Oklahoma, 6’4 223 

2. Jimmy Clausen, Notre Dame, 6’3 223

3. Colt McCoy, Texas, 6’2 210

4. Tony Pike, Cincinnati, 6’6 225

5. Sean Canfield, Oregon State, 6’3 223

Sleeper: Riley Skinner, Wake Forest, 6'1 210

Top 5 RB

1. Jonathan Dwyer, Georgia Tech, 6’1 235

2. C.J. Spiller, Clemson, 5’11 195

3. Ryan Mathews, Fresno State, 5’11 220

4. Jahvid Best, California, 5’10 195

5. Toby Gerhart, Stanford, 6’1 235

Sleeper: Reggie Arnold, Arkansas St, 5'9 215

One thing Tim Tebow has never backed down from is a challenge. The Florida Gators quarterback has decided to play in the Under Armour Senior Bowl the last week of January in Mobile, Ala., according to sources.

Tebow will play quarterback for the South team, which will be coached by the Miami Dolphins' staff.

The Senior Bowl is closely scrutinized by personnel directors and coaches from all 32 NFL teams. Tebow has received a wide range of conflicting evaluations for his potential as an NFL quarterback. Even though many personnel men have told ESPN he will struggle in the league if he plays quarterback, at least a half-dozen general managers or coaches say he not only will be successful as a pro quarterback, but also likely to be chosen in the first round.

Two NFL sources, a coach and a GM, said Tebow's performance in the Allstate Sugar Bowl was another strong endorsement in his favor. In that game, Tebow completed 31 of 35 passes for 482 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Gators against Cincinnati to cap a career that included a Heisman Trophy and two national titles.

Snead, considered a top prospect, made the announcement Thursday in a news release issued by the university.

"The fans, coaches and my teammates at Ole Miss have been unbelievable, and I want to thank them for an incredible experience," Snead said. "In the end, I had to do what is best for me and my family. Having finished my degree, I look forward to the challenge and hard work that comes with pursuing my dream of playing quarterback in the NFL."

Neither Snead nor Ole Miss coach Houston Nutt were available for comment.

The Stephenville, Texas, native was a top high school prospect and was hailed as something of a savior when he transferred from Texas three seasons ago. He largely delivered.

His decision comes after leading the Rebels (9-4) to a 21-7 win over Oklahoma State for Ole Miss' second straight Cotton Bowl victory. The win marked the first time the Rebels had back-to-back nine-win seasons since the 1961-62 seasons and consecutive January bowl wins since 1960-61.