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<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 width="100%"><TBODY><TR><TD align=left>PICK #10 The Saints Pick:
Leodis McKelvin (CB, Troy State)
</TD></TR><TR><TD align=left>After a magical season in 2006, the Saints started off slow and failed to recover in 2007. Drew Brees wasn’t himself, especially early in the year, and problems on the offensive line in addition to an injury to Deuce McAllister meant struggles for the Saints offense. However, from a talent standpoint, the Saints have what it takes on offense, but could really use a boost on defense. If DT Sedrick Ellis were to fall to them here, the Saints would most likely take him. If not, other needs include LB and CB, and Leodis McKelvin of Troy is one of the best defensive backs in the draft. McKelvin has everything you look for in a CB. Average size, good speed, good hips, and a fluid backpedal; the only real knock on McKelvin is his inability to finish off a good play with an interception. He gets his hands on a ton of balls, but unfortunately doesn’t have the interception numbers usually synonymous with a top 10 CB. However, that problem is definitely something he can work on, as his pure coverage ability is top-notch. As a senior, much of his competition wisely threw away from him, resulting in two interceptions and 11 passes defended. Also a return man, McKelvin brought back three punts for touchdowns in 2007. At the Senior Bowl, McKelvin dominated the one-on-one drills during practice and likely boosted his stock, even though he did not play in the game due to a mild injury.
PICK #40 The Saints Pick:
Pat Sims (DT, Auburn)
PICK #78 The Saints Pick:
Wesley Woodyard (LB, Kentucky)
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Leodis McKelvin (CB, Troy State)
</TD></TR><TR><TD align=left>After a magical season in 2006, the Saints started off slow and failed to recover in 2007. Drew Brees wasn’t himself, especially early in the year, and problems on the offensive line in addition to an injury to Deuce McAllister meant struggles for the Saints offense. However, from a talent standpoint, the Saints have what it takes on offense, but could really use a boost on defense. If DT Sedrick Ellis were to fall to them here, the Saints would most likely take him. If not, other needs include LB and CB, and Leodis McKelvin of Troy is one of the best defensive backs in the draft. McKelvin has everything you look for in a CB. Average size, good speed, good hips, and a fluid backpedal; the only real knock on McKelvin is his inability to finish off a good play with an interception. He gets his hands on a ton of balls, but unfortunately doesn’t have the interception numbers usually synonymous with a top 10 CB. However, that problem is definitely something he can work on, as his pure coverage ability is top-notch. As a senior, much of his competition wisely threw away from him, resulting in two interceptions and 11 passes defended. Also a return man, McKelvin brought back three punts for touchdowns in 2007. At the Senior Bowl, McKelvin dominated the one-on-one drills during practice and likely boosted his stock, even though he did not play in the game due to a mild injury.
PICK #40 The Saints Pick:
Pat Sims (DT, Auburn)
PICK #78 The Saints Pick:
Wesley Woodyard (LB, Kentucky)
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http://condraft.com/mocks/round-1.html
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