2009 Patriots 3 Round NFL Mock Draft Version 1.0

It’s that time of year again.  The time of year where I put on my draft cap and go deep into scouting mode.  While I’ve just begun to scratch the surface of this year’s draft class, I thought I’d give you my first mock draft of the year.

Round 1, Pick 24: Vontae Davis, CB, Illinois

The Patriots need cornerback help badly, and if Davis would to somehow fall into their laps, he would undoubtedy be their pick.  Davis is big, fast, physical.  He will be the complete package at the pro level, and will be able to completely change the look of the Patriots secondary.

Round 2A: Shonn Greene, RB, Iowa

I’m not sure if Shonn Greene is going to declare, but if he does, and he is around at about pick 50, he would be a tremendous steal.  He is a true power runner, has good cut speed, and is a workhorse.  He sort of reminds me of a Lamont Jordan.  And if Jordan walks via free agency, Greene can be groomed for the future.

Round 2B: Sam Young, RT, Notre Dame

Sam Young is huge, powerful, and has great drive.  And while he might not be quick enough to block on the second level, he could be groomed to take over for Nick Kazcur on the right side.

Round 3: Frantz Joseph, ILB, Florida Atlantic

I’m going to take a flyer and say that you’ve probably never heard of Frantz Joseph.  You will.  At 6-2. 235, Joseph would project as an inside linebacker in the 3-4.  While he could probably do to gain some bulk, he has played both inside and outside backer in college, which means he could probably transition to inside linebacker in the 3-4 pretty well.  Joseph can be over-aggressive at times, but is good at filling gaps and is decent in coverage.