Rd 1 Chris Williams

Ht: 6-6

Wt: 317

College: Vanderbilt

Scouts say:

“Williams shows the athletic ability to be rated just below Jake Long. A smart player with sound technique, he really impressed NFL coaches and GMS at the Senior bowl. He will be at top 15 pick.”

Bottom line:

He is a versatile offensive lineman showing the ability to play both guard and tackle positions. Chris Williams played at a consistent high level surrendering only 2 sacks over the last 2 years at Vanderbilt.

Although I really wanted a Rashard Mendenhall at this spot, Chris Williams’s skills give us tremendous flexibility on the front line and enable us to slide John Tait to the right side.

Grade A

Rd 2 Matt Forte

Ht: 6-1

Wt: 221

Scouts say:

“Forte has good size with a solid build and makes sharp cuts to get through holes quick”

Bottom Line:

After watching Matt Forte he is a smooth runner who seems to always get positive yards with most of his runs between the tackles.

I really love this pick as Forte is a complete three down back. In addition to his 2127 yards rushing in 2007, he also had 32 receptions for 282 yards.

Grade B

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