With a healthy Tony Romo, the Cowboys are far better than the ninth worst team in the NFL. And with such a high draft pick, and the way things are unfolding the Boys are sitting very pretty with the number nine pick in the draft. Defensive end is one of Dallas' top needs as Marcus Spears, Jason Hatcher and Stephen Bowen are all set to become free agents this year whenever/if-ever there is free agency this year. Quinn is an ablsolute monster, and the thought of him lining up opposite of DeMarcus Ware is scary. Other possible picks include OT Tyron Smith, or CB Prince Amukamara.
10. Washington Redskins: Tyron Smith. OT. USC
The Redskins have questions all over their offense, with pressing needs at both quarterback and running back. One thing that is no question, is that someone will have to block for whoever it is that ends up playing these key positions. The Skins are in desperate need of a QB, but with Gabbert and Newton already off the board, they are stuck in a tough place and it would be a shock to see them reach for the likes of a Jake Locker or Ryan Mallet this high in the first round. Smith now becomes both the safe pick and the smart pick, and will certainly help beef up their offensive line.
11. Houston Texans: Aldon Smith. OLB/DE. Missouri
Smith is an absolutely perfect fit in the new 3-4 defense that Wade Phillips will be installing in Houston. With his elite pass rushing ability, and freakish length he would be a great walk up outside linebacker to go along with the young rising star Brian Cushing. If the Texans want to finally overcome the Colts as the cream of the crop in the AFC South they are going to find a way to lay the wood on Peyton Manning as often as possible. Amukamara is also a very popular pick here, but I really can't see the Texans going back to corner in the first round again after picking Kareem Jackson with the 20th pick last year.
12. Minnesota Vikings: Da'Quan Bowers. DE. Clemson
This pick is either going to make me look like a genius, or an idiot. Bowers was once considered a viable option for the number one overall pick, and it now appears to be a stretch to see him even going this high. Due to an abysmal performance at the combine, and an injury riddled knee that has captured the attention of scouts everywhere, Bowers is predicted by many to have slide all the way out of the first round. I see things differently. The guy still has loads of raw talent, and the tape doesn't lie. The Vikes number one need is DE and Bowers is flat out a better player than remaining prospects like J.J. Wyatt or Cameron Jordan.
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