NFL Mock Draft: Todd McShay Also Projects Arizona Cardinals Will Select David DeCastro

by Jess Root on Feb 4, 2012 5:00 AM MST in NFL Draft/Combine

It was just a year ago when around this time the early mock drafts all had the Arizona Cardinals picking one guy -- Von Miller. He was seen as a perfect fit for the Cardinals' defensive schemes. Right now, there seems to be a popular pick for Arizona, but his fit is not as great because he doesn't fit a very pressing need. That would be Stanford guard David DeCastro.

The latest to have the Arizona taking the highly touted guard is ESPN Todd McShay, who recently released his mock draft 2.0 (Insider access is require to read the whole round).

Explains McShay:

This might seem a bit high for a guard, but DeCastro was the most dominant interior offensive lineman in the nation in 2011 and has a chance to develop into one of the elite NFL players at his position. Offensive tackle is also a need area, but DeCastro is a much better overall player than the top available tackle. Cornerback could also be a consideration, but both Janoris Jenkins (North Alabama) and Dre Kirkpatrick (Alabama) carry off-field baggage.

It is interesting that he thinks that the Cards would even look at a cornerback.

As for the offensive tackles available, both Jonathan Martin and Mike Adams are projected to be available and don't go for several more picks.

As has been noted by many commenters here on the site, DeCastro certainly would not be a bad pick. However, if either Martin or Adams are available, would you rather see one of them drafted or would you be good with DeCastro?

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Trade back a few spots to get Martin or Adams and maybe end up getting a second or third round pick out of it if they do in fact want to grab an OT. What I don’t want to see is them reach for a player. Best avail seems to work reaching for a need does not

by defense_dad on Feb 4, 2012 8:18 AM MST via iPhone app reply actions

This

Is the biggest question to me. Take the best ol regardless of position, DeCastro, or the position of greatest need, tackle. Guard is still a pretty big need, Hadnot did not have a very good year. Hopefully FA will help us answer this question.
I personally like DeCastro.

by frankbob8 on Feb 4, 2012 8:35 AM MST reply actions

If the Cards pick at 13

DeCastro is a great pick, unless Upshaw is still on the board. Or Luck for that matter.

If the Cards want to trade back, to get a 2nd rounder, I wouldn’t be upset with Adams. But at 13, I would consider him a reach.

Just a guy, because I was born that way.

by cdeveau on Feb 4, 2012 10:40 AM MST reply actions

DeCastro

I wouldn’t be sad with the DeCastro pick at 13. Many have compared him to Steve Hutchinson. The way I look at it is if we could pick Hutchinson with the 13th pick overall I would be so happy I’d jump through the roof. Picking a guard in the first half of the first round is rare, but this would be an impact pick.

If there was someone on the board at 13 that Cincy desperately wanted, then I want the front office to trade them for their 2 firsts. Maybe grab Zebrie Sanders AND Mike Adams.

by Fitz Fan on Feb 4, 2012 11:17 AM MST reply actions

Love that comparison,

If DeCastro is this generations Hutchinson, it will cure a handful of issues with our offense (including QB). The thought of Beanie colliding with safeties instead of LB’s will identify our offense.

Formerly known as Cardsfan928, If you wanna grab a quick game of madden, my screenname is also my Xbox name.

by INSOMAN1ATIC on Feb 4, 2012 7:14 PM MST reply actions