Lions Analysis:  Lions 24 (5-0)     Bears 13 (2-3)

What Happened:

The start of the game was ugly on both sides.  The Bears were over matched and it showed and the Lions were over-amped.  However, in the second half the Lions offense settled down and its defense smothered the Bears.  This game was one of the best games I have seen from the Lions offensive line who only allowed one sack, and opened some holes in the run game.  Once again, Calvin Johnson looked amazing and the Defensive Line did whatever they wanted.  Cutler should be commended for the job he did.  I think the Chicago fans owe him some apologies about questioning his toughness because he is a gutsy performer.

Matchup outcomes:

1. 1.       Jeff Backus vs. Julius Peppers: Advantage Backus…wow.  Peppers had three tackles, one for a loss, and one quarterback hit.  You could not ask for more than that.  Backus played sound all game long and had tons of help from TE’s and the run game. 
2. 2.       Matt Forte vs. Lions back seven: Advantage: Lions back seven.  I told you Forte was going to get his.   He ran for over 100 yards rushing, but he was a non-factor in the passing game, did not get into the end zone, and did not take over the game.  Lions slowed him down enough. 
3. 3.       Calvin Johnson vs. Charles Tillman: Advantage: Calvin Johnson.  Last season he was held in check by Tillman but it just goes to show you how much better of a player Calvin Johnson is and how much better Stafford is than Shaun Hill.  Calvin had 5 receptions, 130 yards, and 1 TD.  His long touchdown in the first half was instrumental since our offense could not sustain drives at that time.

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Here is the latest Mock Draft from NFL Mocks site manager Jon Dove.  Its never to early to roll out a mock draft and the staff at NFL Mocks have been hard at work going through the college ranks putting together scouting reports.  We have also did a look at each division and did a team by team needs assessment.  The draft order was developed from our NFL Power Rankings.  Be sure to check our our Big Board to see if another prospect might fit your team better than what we have predicted.  As always we encourage feedback.

1. Buffalo Bills- Jake Locker- QB- Washington- Team Needs

- I don’t think its much of a secret that the Bills will be targeting a quarterback in the upcoming draft.  While we have Andrew Luck rated higher I feel that Locker is a better fit for Chan Gailey’s offensive system, he has always loved mobile quarterbacks.  Locker has a ton of skills and just needs some development but I feel he could be a great NFL quarterback.

2. Carolina Panthers- AJ Green- WR- Georgia- Team Needs

- The Panthers are a team that is rebuilding and I expect there will be a coaching change at the end of the season.  They invested a 2nd round pick on Jimmy Clausen and they need to surround him with playmakers.  They might hesitate to use this pick on a wide receiver because they selected Brandon Lafell and Armanti Edwards last year but it will be tough to pass on a talent like AJ Green.

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3. Arizona Cardinals- Andrew Luck- QB- Stanford- Team Needs

- The Cardinals are one of a few teams that are in desperate need of a quarterback and it just so happens that this draft could be top heavy at the quarterback position.  When you look at what the Arizona offense has done with Warner at the helm you automatically think that is there style but that’s an incorrect assumption.  Whisenhunt went with what his personal allowed him to do so adding adding Luck might change the approach.  Look for the Cards to feature a strong running game to help the young QB.

4. Detroit Lions- Patrick Peterson- CB- LSU- Team Needs

- The Lions secondary is a mess and adding the best player in the draft at a need position is a great spot to find yourself.  The Lions have good weapons on offense and they need to continue to build the defense and adding someone like Peterson would be a great start.  Peterson’s return game ability would also be a welcome addition to this Lions team.

5. San Francisco 49ers- Ryan Mallett- QB- Arkansas- Team Needs

- I am making this selection on the assumption that the 49ers are unable to turn it around this season and it costs Coach Singletary his job.  From early views of this team it seems obvious that Alex Smith isn’t the long term answer at the position and a change is needed.  However, I am not sure that Ryan Mallett is the type of quarterback Singletary would like because he is prone to turnovers.  Singletary would prefer an accurate game manger quarterback and Mallett doesn’t fit that bill.  So again I make this pick assuming Coach Sing is gone.

6. Cleveland Browns- Cameron Heyward- DE/DT- Ohio State- Team Needs

- I think the Browns could target several positions including quarterback but as it stands in this Mock the top 3 quarterbacks are gone so the focus should shift to the defensive side of the ball.  Heyward fits a need for the Browns as they are still searching for steady defensive end in their 3-4 defensive scheme.  Heyward is strong against the run but he is also capable of creating a pass rush, he fits nicely as a 3-4 defensive end.

7. New England Patriots (from Oak.)- Mark Ingram- RB- Alabama- Team Needs

- The running game in New England is a mess and Ingram has the ability to step right in and make a major difference.  I know the Pats just traded Randy Moss but they have another 1st round pick that will allow them to address that position.  Ingram will also help ease the pain of Moss because teams will have to commit players to stop the running game.

8. St. Louis Rams- Julio Jones- WR- Alabama- Team Needs

- The Rams are off to a good start this season and Sam Bradford has fans hopeful for the future.  This team has a lot of needs on defense but its important that the Rams surround their Franchise quarterback with weapons and Jones is a nice weapon.  He is a big bodied receiver and that is something that is helpful to young quarterbacks.

9. Seattle Seahawks- Adrian Clayborn- DE- Iowa- Team Needs

- Chris Clemons has had a nice season thus far but the Seahawks are desperate for a pass rush.  Adding someone like Clayborn would bring instant fear into the offensive coordinators.  I have my questions about Clayborn and his ability to fight through double teams but he is still a very talented player.

10. Jacksonville Jaguars- Robert Quinn- DE- UNC- Team Needs

- The pass rush has been lacking in Jacksonville for awhile and it doesn’t appear as though Derrick Harvey will ever figure it out.  The offseason addition of Aaron Kampman was a good band-aide but a long term solution is needed.  Quinn is has elite pass rushing skills and a very bright future.

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