2009 NFL draft - The Way It SHOULD Happen

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Mock drafts may be the most readily available sports analysis on the internet. Despite the vast inaccuracies of mock drafts, countless versions are pumped out by countless writers, analysts, and bloggers.

Predicting how the first round will pan out is impossible. Nobody can read 32 general manager's minds or predict every trade—both up and back—that will happen.

That's why I'm not going to bother trying. This mock draft (of sorts) is a list of what would happen if logic were in charge of each team's first-round draft selection.

Unfortunately, logic and team needs aren't always top priorities in the NFL draft—ask Matt Millen. If they were, this is what the first round would look like.

1. Detroit - Eugene Monroe (OT, Virginia)

Matthew Stafford is rumored to be signing a contract Friday night, but committing $30 million or more to an offensive lineman is much safer than giving it to a quarterback with zero pro starts. Quarterbacks Rhett Bomar, Graham Harrell, or Hunter Cantwell could be possibilities later in the draft.

Monroe's well-rounded play gives him the nod over Baylor's Jason Smith.

2. St. Louis - Jason Smith (OT, Baylor)

The departure of Orlando Pace made the Rams' need at offensive tackle even more pressing. Bringing Smith into the fold will give the Rams solid bookend tackles to rebuild their offense around.

3. Kansas City - Aaron Curry (LB, Wake Forest)

With only one pick in the first two rounds, the Chiefs must make the No. 3 selection count—if they hold on to it. A trade back is possible; especially with a team looking to snag Stafford or Mark Sanchez before Seattle hits the clock.

Curry, considered the top talent in the draft, provides an immediate impact for a defense in dire need of one.

4. Seattle - Matthew Stafford (QB, Georgia)

Should Monroe or Smith slip down to No. 4, the Seahawks shouldn't take more than a minute to get their index card with either tackle's name up to the podium. With both gone, however, Seattle can draft Stafford to take Matt Hasselbeck's place as early as next season.

Carson Palmer and Aaron Rodgers proved that a year (or more) on the bench isn't a bad thing for a rookie quarterback.

5. Cleveland - Brian Orakpo (LB/DE, Texas)

The Browns managed only 17 sacks last season. Who better to fill that void than Orakpo, who earned the nickname "O-Sack-Po" during his senior season in Austin? Wide receiver has quickly become a need. Brian Robiskie would be a great fit when Cleveland hits the clock with pick No. 36.

6. Cincinnati - Andre Smith (OT, Alabama)

Cincinnati could use a player like Jason Smith or Eugene Monroe. Unfortunately, they are both off the board. Andre Smith will provide some serious attitude on the offensive line. His character has been in question since he bolted the combine unannounced. But when have character issues stopped the Bengals?

7. Oakland - Michael Crabtree (WR, Texas Tech)

Tackle may be a bigger need for the Raiders, but Michael Oher would be a stretch here. Javon Walker and Johnnie Lee Higgins highlight Oakland's receiving corps, an obvious indication that an upgrade is needed.

Crabtree may not have the speed Jeremy Maclin does, but Crabtree's superior hands, as well as his ability to run excellent routes and breaks tackles, makes him the pick.

8. Jacksonville - B.J. Raji (DT, Boston College)

Wide receiver was Jacksonville's biggest need, but that changed once Torry Holt signed with the team. The Jags' passing offense actually improved from 18th in the NFL in 2007 to 16th last season, furthering the argument that Jacksonville does not need to pick a receiver here.

Jacksonville's defense needs attention and pairing Raji with John Henderson is a great way to start.

9. Green Bay - Malcolm Jenkins (DB, Ohio State)

Contrary to popular belief, drafting an outside linebacker is not a necessity for Green Bay—Aaron Kampman and Brady Poppinga will be fine in Dom Capers' 3-4 defense. Cornerback is a need, however, and Jenkins' physicality will be a perfect fit in Titletown.

Tyson Jackson is a strong possibility, but Jarron Gilbert and Khalif Mitchell could be options in the second or third round instead.

10. San Francisco - Everette Brown (LB/DE, Florida State)

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