Patriots Mock Draft 2008

No. 13 - Branden Albert - Virginia - Guard/Tackle

Can step in right away and upgrade the RG or RT tackle position, and could develop into Matt Light's replacement in future years.

No. 43 - Antoine Cason - Arizona - Cornerback

This could be Brandon Flowers, Aqib Talib, Justin King or others, but we will still be able to grab one of the top tier of cornerbacks at #43. Cason's dominance over his college opponents and sound technique gives him the edge here.

No. 69 - Cliff Avril - Purdue - DE/OLB

Cliff projects as an OLB in the Patriots' 3-4 scheme, but could put his hand down and rush the passer at times as well. His speed off the edge should ease the sting of Roosevelt Colvin's departure.

Belichick has repeatedly stated that this draft is full of talent at the top, and I think they try and trade up into the third round again, this time with the Bengals. We'll ship our No. 94 and No. 128 for their No. 77.

No. 77 - Charles Godfrey - Iowa - Cornerback / Safety

If you have read this site at all, you know that we love Godfrey here. His versatility and smart play should translate into a starting nickelback position and backup safety.

No. 165 - J Leman - Illinois - ILB

He's a good football player. Not great on measurables, but he tackles people really well.

No. 199 - Erik Ainge - Tennessee - QB

One-ninety nine right? Gotta take a chance.

No. 239 - Mike Klinkenborg - Iowa - ILB

He's had concussion problems that dropped him to here, but we know Bill loves guys with concussions. His motor and smarts make up for below-average speed, and he will make a great replacement for Larry Izzo as a special-teams whiz.