2012 Draft What If

[happyrid]

I think Carolina is most likely to be picking #1 again. They are going to start Newton at QB. They're trading their only decent WR (Steve Smith). Their OL is bad. Their D is mediocre. And their division is arguably the toughest in the NFL.

[Jeb]

Note: Injuries happen, ...it's too early to get worked up about Luck.

[sparky151]

[quote name='happyrid' timestamp='1304745954' post='991452']
I think Carolina is most likely to be picking #1 again. They are going to start Newton at QB. They're trading their only decent WR (Steve Smith). Their OL is bad. Their D is mediocre. And their division is arguably the toughest in the NFL.
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Their O-line is actually not bad at all. They have some decent running backs too with not much at QB or WR. They'll be a low scoring team but running the ball a lot may keep their defense fresh and more effective than expected. I think the Panthers are good for 4 or 5 wins which will probably keep them out of the top draft slot.

[Tigris]

Seattle made the playoffs last year. I don't see them going top 5 next year. Also, Oakland is on the upswing with or without their CB. McFadden has turned into a monster.

[quote name='BlackJesus' timestamp='1304741478' post='991449']
[b]The 2012 top 5 picks (imo)

1. Oakland

2. Buffalo

3. Cleveland

4. Miami

5. Seattle[/b]
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[Tigris]

I'm gonna go ahead and say Carolina ends up with the #1 again.

[spicoli]

[quote name='Tigris' timestamp='1304870811' post='991600']
I'm gonna go ahead and say Carolina ends up with the #1 again.
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If they do, they'll be trading down.