Panthers Target Former First-Rounders

[Carolina Crazy V2]

Take a look at the projected first rounders that fell to us in this years draft: http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/draft09/insider/columns/story?columnist=mcshay_todd&id=4110478

18. Seattle Seahawks -- Brandon LaFell, WR, LSU

LaFell is arguably the only 2010 senior wide receiver prospect worthy of first-round consideration at this point. LaFell has room to improve as a route runner but very few college receivers possess his combination of size, speed, athleticism and proven playmaking skills.

26. Indianapolis Colts -- Eric Norwood, DE, South Carolina

Norwood lacks ideal size (6-foot, 265 pounds) but he's a quick and instinctive pass-rusher who finished second in the SEC with nine sacks last year.

31. Philadelphia Eagles -- Greg Hardy, DE, Mississippi

Hardy possesses the size, speed and pass-rushing skills of a high first-rounder. But his inconsistent effort is well-documented, and it could cost him a year from now.

And I have a feeling that we will draft George Selvie.

16. Miami Dolphins -- George Selvie, DE, South Florida

Selvie is a notch below elite in terms of physical tools, but his toughness and nonstop motor will be enticing to a team like the Dolphins.

And Brandon Lang is still available.

24. New York Giants -- Brandon Lang, DE, Troy

Lang is still developing physically, but he has good size potential and great initial burst. He caught the attention of NFL scouts with 17.5 tackles for loss, including 10.5 sacks, in 2008.

Along with Auston English.

30. San Diego Chargers -- Auston English, DE/OLB, Oklahoma

English is an instinctive, high-motor player with very good speed and fluid hips for a young defensive end. He already has experience dropping into coverage on zone-blitz looks within Oklahoma's complex defensive scheme.

[Future of the Funchise]

when were these projections made?

[Mr. Scot]

when were these projections made?

Right after last year's draft.

It's a good thing, but I'd feel a lot better if that mock were written by someone other than Todd McShay :sosp: