2009 NFL Draft -- Round One

1. Lions - QB Matthew Stafford
2. Rams - OT Jason Smith
3. Chiefs - DE Tyson Jackson
4. Seahawks - OLB Aaron Curry
5. Jets - QB Mark Sanchez
6. Bengals - OT Andre Smith
7. Raiders - WR Darrius Heyward-Bey
8. Jaguars - OT Eugene Monroe
9. Packers - DT B.J. Raji
10. 49ers - WR Michael Crabtree
11. Bills - DE Aaron Maybin
12. Broncos - RB Knowshon Moreno
13. Redskins - DE Brian Orakpo
14. Saints - CB Malcolm Jenkins
15. Texans - OLB Brian Cushing
16. Chargers - DE Larry English
17. Buccaneers - QB Josh Freeman
18. Broncos - LB Robert Ayers
19. Eagles - WR Jeremy Maclin
20. Lions - TE Brandon Pettigrew
21. Browns - C Alex Mack
22. Vikings - WR Percy Harvin
23. Ravens - OG Michael Oher
24. Falcons - DT Peria Jerry
25. Dolphins - CB Vontae Davis
26. Packers - LB Clay Matthews
27. Colts - RB Donald Brown
28. Bills - C Eric Wood
29. Giants - WR Hakeem Nicks
30. Titans - WR Kenny Britt
31. Cardinals - RB Chris Wells
32. Steelers - DT Evander Hood

Steelers select DT Evander Hood #32

Mizzou has another first rounder in this year's Draft, and "Ziggy" should be a nice addition to the defending Super Bowl champs. He would probably fit better in a 4-3 defense, but Dick LeBeau will find a way to integrate him into the rotation, probably on the outside more than inside. Nice pick to round out the first round.

Arizona Cardinals take RB Beanie Wells #31

Since they put up the worst running game in the NFL last season, the Cardinals added Ohio State running back Chris "Beanie" Wells to upgrade their ground attack. If he can stay healthy, he'll be a good addition to the defending NFC Champions.

Giants grab WR Hakeem Nicks at #29

Radio City Music Hall erupts, and they should. Good pick by the Giants. 21 touchdowns in his career at North Carolina, and they filled a need while taking the best player on the board. He's also an aggressive blocker in the run game. The New York Football Giants get an A in the first round.

Bills take C Eric Wood at #28

Mike Mayock makes the understatement of the year when he says that this is not a sexy pick. That said, the Bills had issues along the offensive line last year, and the Louisville lineman can play center and guard right away.

Indianapolis Colts take RB Donald Brown

And this is a testament to the Colts lack of confidence in Joseph Addai, that they're using a first rounder on a back. Now, considering the fact that the Connecticut running back registered almost 2,100 yards last season, has great hands catching the ball out of the backfield, and is a patient runner, and this could be a good selection. With the Colts defensive needs, however, you have to wonder what they have in mind in the later rounds.

We look forward to seeing Brown in the Colts offense.

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Radio City Music Hall salutes America's soldiers, navymen, Marines, etc.

Packers pick LB Clay Matthews #26

Adding to an already capable and explosive linebacker corps, the USC LB Clay Matthews will probably be a 3rd down guy, probably a special teamer, but he's fast and strong. And he has NFL pedigree.

Green Bay was obviously concerned about their defense, because they gave up a second rounder and two third rounders for Matthews and a New England fifth rounder. But it's gotten better on Day One of the Draft, first with Raji and now with the USC linebacker.

Let's see if Aaron Rodgers can get this team in the playoffs next season.

Patriots trade #26 to Green Bay

This is pretty crazy what's going on right now with the Patriots. It looks like they won't have a first rounder this year, and might have gotten one in next year's draft, which will probably be better than this one.

So what does Green Bay do with #26? The secondary is older, and Beanie Wells is still on the board.

Patriots back on the Clock

Maybe Mangini and Belichick have a bet going to see how many picks they can wind up with in this year's Draft. Or maybe neither of them are all that excited with the prospects available.

Miami Dolphins make CB Vontae Davis 25th pick

Inconsistent and with some off the field issues, there has to be a reason for Bill Parcells to take the Illinois defensive back. This guy is talented, though, and Parcells knows talent. Has to keep his head in the game, and if he does, Tony Sparano can get a lot of good plays out of him from eitehr side of the field. The Dolphins don't have a great secondary, but it just got better with Davis.

Falcons take DT Peria Jerry #24

Ole Miss has two guys come off the board back to back for the first time in the history of the Draft. Good selection for the Falcons to add some size to their defensive line. Led the Rebels with 18 tackles for loss and 7 sacks last season. There are some questions about his durability, but if he can stay healthy, he should be a value at #24 for Atlanta.

Ravens take Ole Miss OT Michael Oher at #23

The Ravens have a gifted offensive lineman joining their team. He moved outside to tackle in his sophomore year, and has not let anyone down since. He's got heart and hustle, and while he needs to work on his hands and footspeed, he'll wind up being a good lineman in the NFL. And having to go up against the new Steel Curtain twice a year, he'd better be on his game.

Side note: Bus Cook, the agent who engineered the Jay Cutler and Brett Favre trades, Oher's agent.

Pats trade 23rd pick to the Ravens

Belichick told the NFL Network crew that he could see trading his first round pick, and they have. The Ravens are likely ready to grab Michael Oher out of the Green Room.

Patriots on the Clock

Bill Belichick will surely take his ten minutes to make this pick, and with three USC linebackers still on the board, the Patriots might add to that already deep linebacker corps at #23.

Vikings take WR Percy Harvin #22

... and oh how they needed him. Harvin is going to be a good player, and he adds another dimension to the Vikings offense. The Florida wideout scored 22 touchdowns in his career, and if the Vikings want to play some Wildcat offense with Harvin and Peterson in the backfield, it's going to be dangerous.

Nice pick for the Vikes.

Cleveland actually makes a pick at #21

The newest member of the Cleveland Browns is Cal C Alex Mack. They've shocked everyone in Radio City Music Hall, but Mack will help them solidify that offensive line, along with Joe Thomas. Brady Quinn is probably happy.

Browns back on the clock ... again

For the fourth time in the first round, we're waiting on the Cleveland Browns. Maybe they're going to actually make a pick this time. We won't even begin to guess what they might do at #21. Let's just wait and see.

Detroit takes Pettigrew at #20

The Lions wanted another offensive weapon for Stafford, and they have the best tight end in the Draft in Brandon Pettigrew. He's not the fastest guy, but has good hands, is a great blocker, and has great size. 112 receptions in four years, and he's going to make that offense better right away.

Detroit Lions back on the Clock

We are watching the Lions try to improve their team through the Draft. So far they've grabbed their future franchise quarterback in Matt Stafford, so do they continue to improve the offense with a running back or maybe a tight end? Or maybe they go defense and end Maualuga's agony?