The following is my perspective of how Baalke can restore confidence in the franchise and the fanbase. I believe this mock is realistic and achievable.
Now, this mock is taking for done the Smith/Willis retirement, the Gore to Eagles signing and also the Torrey Smith to the 49ers deal.
ROUND 1
Pick 1. I want Balkee to trade back a few spots and pick up an extra 3rd rounder.
The pick: Eddie Goldman - DT - Florida
Who knows how healthy Dockett will be and depth in the defensive line will now be more crucial than ever. We need a big run stopper, someone who will command double teams and free up Aldon.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaukT9hThBg
ROUND 2
Pick 2. The Pick: Byron Jones CB - UCONN
Maybe we resign Cox, but I don't see Culliver returning. This guy is just a freak, as he showed at the Combine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uXpEtBsUp4
Pick 3 Baalke uses the extra third and trade a pick next year to move back int the 2nd round round.
The Pick: Denzel Perryman - LB- Miami
Now I know everyone wants to make their case for Borland. And yes he was a great find in the 3rd round but I'm still not sure his body will be able to sustain being a starter for a full season. This guy is just a dog. Period. He's athletic and more dynamic. Just a vicious hitter. See for yourself. The new 52... DP
ROUND 3
Use the initial 3rd rounder and pick.....
Jeremy Langford RB - Michigan State
We need a nother back to compliment Hyde. This guy is very fluid, in between the tackles runner. Next Le'veon Bell?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBy7sP8hLVw
ROUND 4
Pick 1: Bryce Petty QB - Baylor
If Balkee really is thinking of replacing Kaep, it's better to get a QB in this draft to learn the system. Regardless, Kaep mneeds a backup to push him.. some real competition. I like this guy a lot, and I know many don't think he's a franchise qb, but the team would look very similar to when Alex Smith was at the helm.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5cchkUBAKo
Compensatory Pick:
Tre McBride - WR - William & Mary
He's from a small school, and many havn't heard of him but do yourself a favor and check out the link below. The guy is a stud.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYdz1CEDlTw
ROUND 5
Pick: Jamil Douglas - OG - ASU
Depth for the O-line. I like this guy in the later rounds. He seems like a sleeper to me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXPKRz4aZWk
ROUND 6
Pick: Ray Drew - DE - Georgia
Depth behind Lynch and Aldon.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_jlJGscK_0
ROUND 7
Pick 1: Nick Marshall - CB - Auburn
Great athlete/project. Could also occupy 3rd QB slot in the future.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9PoH36vRgo
Compensatory Pick: Corey Robinson - OT - South Carolina
O-line depth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E70mtps_2rw
[ Edited by ivanm05 on Mar 9, 2015 at 3:57 PM ]