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NFL Mock Draft: Stunning QB pick fuels 2nd round

By Erik Lambert

Oct 18, 2014; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson (86) puts the pressure on Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Kenny Hill (7) at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Crimson Tide defeated the Aggies 59-0. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY SportsSo the Seahawks have to address their offensive line in the first-round, but unfortunately won't get a top player at this position being in the bottom half of the draft but still an anchor who can be an anchor for this unit.We have the Seahawks selecting LSU offensive tackle Jerald Hawkins here. He is a monster of a man at 6'6" and 309 pounds. Hawkins also adds the versatility to play at either right or left tackle. With Oklahoma State product Russell Okung on the left side, Hawkins could slot in on the right side.The interior of the offensive line might be the more pressing issue, and perhaps Hawkins or current right tackle Garry Gilliam could be pushed into the guard position.The Seahawks just paid Russell Wilson to be their franchise man, and they need to keep him healthy and can't afford to let him be battered and have injuries keep him on the sideline.
Oct 18, 2014; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson (86) puts the pressure on Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Kenny Hill (7) at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Crimson Tide defeated the Aggies 59-0. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY SportsSo the Seahawks have to address their offensive line in the first-round, but unfortunately won't get a top player at this position being in the bottom half of the draft but still an anchor who can be an anchor for this unit.We have the Seahawks selecting LSU offensive tackle Jerald Hawkins here. He is a monster of a man at 6'6" and 309 pounds. Hawkins also adds the versatility to play at either right or left tackle. With Oklahoma State product Russell Okung on the left side, Hawkins could slot in on the right side.The interior of the offensive line might be the more pressing issue, and perhaps Hawkins or current right tackle Garry Gilliam could be pushed into the guard position.The Seahawks just paid Russell Wilson to be their franchise man, and they need to keep him healthy and can't afford to let him be battered and have injuries keep him on the sideline. /
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Sep 6, 2014; Boise, ID, USA; Colorado State Rams wide receiver Kyle Plum (26) is taken down by Boise State Broncos safety Darian Thompson (4) during the first quarter verses the Boise State Broncos at Albertsons Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 6, 2014; Boise, ID, USA; Colorado State Rams wide receiver Kyle Plum (26) is taken down by Boise State Broncos safety Darian Thompson (4) during the first quarter verses the Boise State Broncos at Albertsons Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports /

<p>Things are beginning to click for the Jacksonville Jaguars. The patience of head coach Gus Bradley and solid work of the front office are yielding results on the field. Still, there is work left to do before this team is ready to go from upstart to contender in the AFC.</p> <p>One area they’re likely to focus is the secondary, with the safety position at the top of the list. John Cyprien looks like he’s settling in nicely at the strong spot, but the Jaguars really haven’t gotten much Josh Evans at the free. So far this year he has no interceptions and just one pass deflection. Given how important the free safety is to coverage, that is nowhere near good enough.</p> <p>So they go seeking an upgrade in the draft and come across Boise State standout Darian Thompson. Just from a distance he looks nice at a rangy 6’2″, 220 lbs. He’s aggressive on every play, regardless of situation and shows the kind of field speed needed for that position. He tackles well and is aware in coverage, capable of defending receivers or tight ends. If Bradley can get him to settle down, this will be a great pickup.</p>. FS. Boise State. Darian Thompson. 40. player. 52

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