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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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Nov 21, 2015; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Joshua Perry (37) tackles Michigan State Spartans running back Gerald Holmes (24) at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 21, 2015; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Joshua Perry (37) tackles Michigan State Spartans running back Gerald Holmes (24) at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

Joshua Perry. 46. player. 10. <p>One of the sadder stories going on in the NFL of late has been the decline of inside linebacker Brian Cushing for the Houston Texans. At one point he looked like one of the next great stars in the league, a Pro Bowler with so much fire, intelligence and skill. Sadly a series of leg injuries have sapped a lot of what made him great.</p> <p>Cushing does lead the team in tackles but he’s also proven himself a weak link in coverage, illustrating that he’s lost some of his speed. Quarterbacks have thrown his way 32 times this season, completing 27 passes for 268 yards without an interception or deflected pass. One has to wonder how much worse it might be were J.J. Watt not giving those QBs less time to throw.</p> <p>That is why the Texans look to Joshua Perry. He brings that speed and athleticism from Ohio State they desperately need at that position. Perry is an outside linebacker for the Buckeyes but his size and aggressiveness indicate he could make a seamless transition inside. Coaches will love his motor and work ethic. A mature young man who can rise to quarterback the defense as Cushing has done.</p>. ILB. Ohio State

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