NFL Draft 2010: Round 1 Breakdown

Heres my breakdown of the NFL Draft 2010: Round 1

1) St Louis Rams: Sam Bradford, QB, Oklahoma

Rams need help. Marc Bulger is gone, and Steven Jackson is begging for some help. Bradford is gonna be a great NFL QB, and maybe if they get a receiver later in the draft, they'll start looking like an offense. Bradford is a good character guy and proven leader. Good pick.

2) Detroit Lions: Ndamukong Suh, DT, Nebraska

The Lions now have the base for a solid offense with Stafford, Kevin Smith, and Calvin Johnson. They needed help on defense, and Suh is an athletic freak that can help anchor the middle of the defense. It expect him to be a force in the league.

3) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gerald McCoy, DT, Oklahoma

Tampa has been trying to rebuild its dominant defense. Where else to start but with Gerald McCoy, who is drawing comparisons to Warren Sapp. McCoy is a solid tackle, and I think he can be the base of that defense for a long time.

4) Washington Redskins: Trent Williams, OT, Oklahoma

The Redskins need play on the offense line with the loss of Chris Samuels, due to injury. Trent Williams is a good tackle, but I felt that Russell Okung would have been a better pick. Williams hasnt played at a high level throughout his college career, but I think he'll be solid in the NFL.

5) Kansas City Chiefs: Eric Berry, S, Tennessee

Eric Berry is said to be the most NFL ready player in the draft, and the Chiefs sure do need it. Berry is drawing comparisons to Ed Reed. Hes instinctive, hes a great athletic guy. The Chiefs do need a lot of help protecting Matt Cassel, but this pick is going to impact the defense right away.

6) Seattle Seahawks: Russell Okung, OT, Oklahoma State

Pete Carroll got a present here. I thought that Okung was going to be gone 2 picks ago, and I thought that the Chiefs would have taken him if he dropped. Okung is a dominating tackle who is going to be a wall on the end of that offensive line for a long time.

7) Cleveland Browns: Joe Haden, DB, Florida

Joe Haden is a solid pick. A lot of people thought that they needed to go offense here, but their defense was terrible. Joe Haden is very instinctive and has good skills to be a top corner in the league. Haden also has played for a top program in Florida, so I feel he'll bring that winning attitude to the Browns.

8) Oakland Raiders: Rolando McClain, MLB, Alabama

Wow. I didn't see this coming at all. They need a quarterback, they need a wide receiver, they need an offensive lineman. McClain is a great linebacker, but there are so many other needs. McClain is going to be a great linebacker and is just going to add to an already solid defense.

9) Buffalo Bills: C.J. Spiller, RB, Clemson

This is also surprising. They need a quarterback and receivers. Also need some help on defense. They already have Marshawn Lynch and Fred Jackson. C.J. Spiller is a scary good running back. I think hes going to be a star. Good pick, just not what I was expecting.

10) Jacksonville Jaguars: Tyson Aluatu, DT, California

Derrick Morgan and Jason Pierre-Paul still on the board, but they draft Aluatu. Hes a good DT, but they need some pass rushing. Aluatu is a solid stuffer and can get quick penetration, but the top 2 DEs would have been a better pick in my mind.

Trade! 49ers trade a 4th round pick and the #13 pick to the Broncos for the #11 pick.

11.) San Francisco 49ers (From Denver Broncos): Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers

The 49ers traded up, gave up a 4th round pick, to get Anthony Davis. Now they have a strong, base blockers opposite Joe Staley. This is a great pick. Anthony Davis really dropped and the 49ers got him at a great value.

Trade! The Chargers trade up to the #12 pick from the Dolphins, details aren't yet known.

12) San Diego Chargers (From Miami Dolphins): Ryan Mathews, RB, Fresno State

Darren Sproles can only do so much. the Chargers can use Mathews as a power, big back. Mathews also ran a good 4o-time. Hes a solid overall back and can add some balance to a small backfield.

Trade! Eagles trade #24 pick and 2 3rd round picks to the Broncos for the #13 pick.

13.) Philadelphia Eagles (From the Denver Broncos): Brandon Graham, OLB/DE, Michigan

I felt that the Eagles needed a safety to replace Brian Dawkins. The Eagles love to get pressure, and this guy is going to do just that. He is a great pass rusher and he will get the the quarterback....alot. Earl Thomas and Taylor Mays are still on the board, I am very surprised.

14) Seattle Seahawks: Earl Thomas, DB, Texas

I wanted Taylor Mays to go with Peter Carroll lol (USC all the way!), but Earl Thomas is a great safety. I think that hes going to be an instant starter and make an impact right away. He has great instincts, speed, tackling, and plus he has Pete Carroll to coach him up.

15) New York Giants: Jason Pierre-Paul, DE, South Florida

The Giants were 30th in defense last year. Their scary pass rush wasn't as dominant. Pierre-Paul is a great athlete. Hes quick, fast, strong. Hes just a freak. I love his pass rushing ability, and his back flips lol.

16) Tennessee Titans: Derrick Morgan, DE, Georgia Tech

Derrick Morgan dropped far in this draft. Morgan fits the Titans needs very well. They need to rebuild the d-line and Derrick Morgan is an all-around DE. He can stop the run and rush the passer. Good pick and great value this late in the 1st round.

17) San Francisco 49ers: Mike Iupati, OG, Idaho

Another lineman taken by the 49ers. The 49ers are really having a good draft so far. They greatly improved their offensive line. This is going to help Alex Smith and Frank Gore. This offense is going to be productive with Gord, Crabtree, and Davis. This has been a trend with the 49ers in the past few drafts, with Joe Staley and Chilo Rachal in2008.

18) Pittsburgh Steelers: Maurkice Pouncey, C, Florida

Good pick. He can start at guard or center. The Steelers needed some help on an aging o-line, and they got it here. Pouncey has a lot of experience from his time at Florida. The Steelers were is question because of the business going on with Roethlisberger and Santonio Holmes. They stick with the need here and deal with their problems later.

19) Atlanta Falcons: Sean Weatherspoon, OLB, Missouri

This is a great pick by the Falcons. Their offense is set. They have tried to build up the defensive line over the later few drafts, with mild success. Sean Weatherspoon is an impressive OLB. I thought that he might drop to the Saints at #32, but he is a great player and its good to see him go to an up in coming team.

20) Houston Texans: Kareem Jackson, DB, Alabama

I love what the Texans are doing. The offense is explosive and they have a solid base on defense. Jackson is a good bump corner. Hes strong and has good athletic ability to keep up with top receivers. Hes going to help the Texans compete with the Colts in the AFC South.

21) Cincinnati Bengals: Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma

I love this pick. I love Jermaine Gresham. hes huge, hes fast, and hes awesome. The Bengals need a tight end and they got one hell of a tight end. I thought they might go Taylor Mays here (due to their recent trend of picking USC defenders), but I love the pick.

Trade! Patriots trad #22 to the Broncos for #24 pick and a 4th round pick.

22) Denver Broncos: Demaryius Thomas, WR, Georgia Tech

He is considered to be up with Dez Bryant for the title of top wide receiver in the draft. I still think Bryant is a better receiver, but Thomas doesn't come with baggage. I don't think Denver wants to deal with another Brandon Marshall personality.Thomas is a big receiver, and a match up nightmare. They need a receiver, and good pick.

23) Green Bay Packers: Bryan Bulaga, OT, Iowa

Bulaga was at one point thought to possibly go into the top 10. He slips down the #23, but he goes to a good team that really needs him. The Packers couldn't protect Aaron Rodgers at all, and he was scrambling for his life. Maybe now he can catch his breath and welcome his new best friend.

Trade! Patriots trade #24 pick and a 4th round pick to the Cowboys for #27 pick and a 3rd round pick

24) Dallas Cowboys: Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma State

Dez Bryant is a beast. Hes big, fast, strong, jumping ability. Hes a great wide receiver who has the potential to be a huge star. Adding him to an already explosive offense just pushes them over the top. He has some character issues, but I don't see them being a huge problem.

Trade! Ravens trade #25 to the Broncos for a 2nd round pick, a 3rd round pick, and a 4th round pick.

25) Denver Broncos: Tim Tebow, QB, Florida

The Broncos just got a brand new fullback! I still have to see how he plays, but I dot think that Tebow's new throwing motion is going to make a difference in his inaccuracy. I think that Brady Quinn will start the season, and Tebow still needs to prove to me that hes accurate.

26) Arizona Cardinals: Dan Williams, DT, Tennessee

The Cardinals need a DT. They lost alot of defensive players and this is a good spot for him to go. They need an upgrade at this position. I cant really see a better pick for the Cardinals here. Solid pick.

27) New England Patriots: Devin McCourty, DB, Rutgers

The Patriots needed a corner to replace Asante Samuels. They have stuggled in pass coverage without him. McCourty is had good closing speed and is a good athlete. He has shown good coverage skills, and good ball skills.

28) Miami Dolphins: Jared Odrick, DT, Penn State

They needed a young DT. They brought in alot of new guys this year on defense. Odrick is a solid space eating DT, and he should do well in Tony Sparano's system.

29) New York Jets: Kyle Thomas, DB, Boise State

Now the Jets have a nickel corner to go with Darrelle Revis and Antonio Cromartie. This gives them 3 guys that can cover the high level of offense in the AFC with the Colts, Patriots, etc. This makes the top defense in the league even scarier.

Trade! the Vikings trade #30 pick to the Lions for #34 pick(2nd pick of 2nd round) and a 4th round pick

30) Detriot Lions: Jahvid Best, RB, California

The Lions got Suh and Best in the 1st round. They are having, in my mind, the best draft as of now. Jahvid Best is a home run threat and can take some of the weight off of Kevin Smith. Best did have the concussion last season, but after the combine and seeing his workouts, I think he'll be fine.

31) Indianapolis Colts: Jerry Hughes, DE/OLB, TCU

Freeney was hurt in the Super Bowl last year, which cost them possibly the game. Raheem Brock is no longer with the team and they need depth on the defensive line. Hes quick and has good burst. Having Freeney and Mathis as mentors isn't too bad either.

32) New Orleans Saints: Patrick Robinson, DB, Florida State

I dont understand this pick. Sure they need another corner on the other side of Malcom Jenkins. But they need OLB with Fujita gone. They need another DT next to Sedrick Ellis. There is Sergio Kindle and Brian Price right there, both of which I feel are better players for the Saints in this spot.

Farewell Key Club

This years District Convention marked the end of my fourth year in Key Club, and my Key Club career. It was a sad, yet fulfilling moment. It started out as something I followed my friends to, and it quickly grew into something more. I decided a lot of time and effort over my high school career to Key Club, and I haven't regretted a second of it. I have met so many amazing people, had so many unforgettable experiences, and learned so much about leadership and myself. I would like to take this time to thank those people who have made this experience such a great one.

To my family

Thank you for everything. You've always supported me in everything I did, or wanted to do. I might not always show it, but I do appreciate everything.

To the District Boards and International Boards from 2006-2010

Although I might not have meet all of you in person, or you may not know who I am, I want to thank all of you for making this organization what it is. It has grown and grown, and all Key Clubbers have worked so hard. The only reason we were able to do so is due to your leadership and passion for service. Key Club is special to me, and I know for a fact it is to you as well. I have often said that its one of the few clubs that could get "selfish" high school students to give up their weekends to clean up a park. haha but you have all taken this to a new level. You all have basically given up your life to making Key Club thrive. Flying all over the country, all over the world, missing dances, hang outs, kick backs, parties, missing class time, missing family time, the list going on and on. I can't even imagine all that you guys had to miss. Thank you for sacrificing so much to make this all possible.

To the Kiwanis

When I first joined Key Club, I never really paid attention to the Kiwanis and what they did. It wasn't until I got more involved in Key Club that I finally realized all that you do for us. I've worked with my sponsoring Kiwanis closely over the past few years, and I have to say that you all are my heroes. We've become a pretty good team, Key Club and Kiwanis. haha I feel that we've formed a tight friendship and bond. I deeply respect for all of you, and I am proud to have worked side by side. I hope that we have made an impression on you because you have definitely made an impact on me. I hope to someday be a Kiwanis, helping and working with my own group of Key Clubbers, helping them grow, as you did for me. Thank you for watching over us and guiding us in the right direction, even when it seemed like we didn't want to listen

To the past LTGs, club officers, and members of Division 25 West

You must be wondering why I am saying all of this now, even though some of you have been gone from Key Club for 4 years already. And most of you won't ever hear this. But I feel that you have a huge hand in getting me so into Key Club. Each and everyone of you has taught my something whether its how to plan out an event, get around Key Club protocol, or just how to draw on my sleeping VP's face with a Sharpie. You have each passed on your knowledge to me, whether it was about Key Club, or just about life. I still talk to alot of you, making jokes, sharing stories, discussing which Pokemon makes the best attacker. But some of you I don't talk to that often, or even at all. You have all inspired me to follow your examples and strive for success, in Key Club and out. Thank you for being a older siblings to me, not mater how annoying I got.

To my friends

Guys, we've had a blast. All of the fundraisers, cleanups, carnivals, fall rallies, etc. There are so many memories, and each one carries a story. We've had our disputes, but we've always pulled through. We've slacked off and almost missed on a few deadlines and event plans, but we've always gotten on track and gotten it done. We do things in our own style and we like it that way. Each one of us has a different personality, style, way of doing things, but despite that we've mixed beautifully. Halo, Super Smash, Left 4 Dead, Mario Kart, and of course Pokemon have been a part of almost every meeting and have probably distracted more than it should have. All of the joke and plans that fail, or when wrong make for a lot of laughs whether they work or not. But all that has done one thing. It brought us together, to the point where I feel I know everyone of your personalities like the back of my hand. We've pushed each other to new heights and brought each other up. We're all family and as we move on to the next stage of our lives, we all know we got back up. Thank you all for being my family and I look forward to our adventures ahead.

To my home club and Division 25 West

We guys are awesome. I hope that I have help all of you in any way I could. I tried to help each of you and answer all of your questions. I hope I was a good officer and made this year fun. I certain had a great time with all of you and this last year was one of the best. You all are full of spirit and you all have bright futures. I am very proud of you all. I hope I have taught you guys something and I am always here if you need any advice, Key Club or life. Thank you for being great Key Clubbers, and all I ask is that you keep the Key Club spirit alive and try to inspire others, as I have tried. I'll be checking in once in a while, so keep up the good work.

Key Club has given me so much, and I did my best to give back by providing service and spreading the Key Club way. I realize now that it is impossible. Key Club changed my view on life and how I want to go about living the rest of it. The only way to fully give back to this unbelievable organization is to keep serving, to keep leading, to keep up the great work that Key Club instilled in me. Thank you everyone, for everything.

MLB 2010: Beginning of Season Impressions

The MLB season has gotten underway and I am excited to see what this year brings. The story that I am most interested in is the big name rookies and prospects. Stephen Strasburg, Arlodius Chapman, and of course Jason Heyward. Heyward has been playing up to all the hype so far, and is in some ways even exceeding them, while Strasburg and Chapman are dominating in the minors. I think theyll be joining the show very soon. Tim Lincecum is still shuting down everyone he faces, while Zack Grenke isnt showing why he won last year's Cy Young. The Dodgers are tanking to begin the season, which worries me a little bit, but I think theyll bounce back. The Phillies are looking dominante, the Red Sox can't score a run, and there are alot of teams surprising in the early season.

I'm saying it right now! Yankees are going to repeat this year! A-Rod, Jeter, Teixerira, Sabathia, Rivera, and now add Curtis Granderson. This team is the favorite...for good reason.

NCAA March Madness 2010

I forgot to mention my NCAA Men's Basketball Bracket haha. Well I epically FAILED! lol. My Final Four were Kansas, Kentucky, Syracuse, and Villanova. I thought that Kansas and Kentucky were a step, if not more, ahead of everyone else. I felt that Syracuse had the players and coaching to get to the final four. I didn't think that Duke was a good team. I didn't even have Duke getting to the Elite Eight. I don't like Duke to begin with (Its like how Notre Dame is for college football lol). So seeing them win is kinda disappointment, and I was rooting for Bulter and I thought that Bulter was the superior team. I still think I was right to a certain degree, but I think that the game could have gone either way. Overall it was a fun think to watch and hopefully it stays like that (with today's announcement of upping the teams to 68).

NFL Draft 2010

NFL Draft 2010 is almost here. I will be posting an analysis for the 1st round. The 1st round will be posted during day 1. i will not be covering rounds 2-7