2009 Turkey Bowl Mock Draft

Boys and girls, so as the combine approaches us on Saturday and the Draft on Sunday, I am going to list what I believe will happen during the 2009 Turkey Bowl Draft. Please note, I am writing what I believe will happen during the Draft, not what I think should happen. Here we go:

Team Pooch

(1) Kris Self-QB-Vanderbilt- Pretty obvious choice here. Speed, experience, and football IQ are just some of the most powerful traits for this Quarterback. Kris would also like to play some WR and it will be interesting to see who Team Pooch picks to fill that 2nd Quarterback spot.

Team Intravaia

(2) Dan Delorenzo-WR- Notre Dame University

Analysis: Another obvious choice here. Delorenzo is the biggest impact defensive player in Turkey Bowl history. He also provides clutch catch ability.

(3) Tom Pistolas- QB- Colgate University

Analysis: This year it's make or break for Pistolas. Last year was a supremely dissapointing showing and if this year is a repeat of that, Pistolas will face a massive drop off in Turkey Bowl Drafts to come. However, if he can provide the type of precision passing that he has had in previous years then he will solidify himself as the # 2 overall pick. This pick is based on his play 2-3 years ago. Pistolas seems like a good fit for a game where both teams are going to play zone coverage and the weather is surely to play a factor. His short-mid range passing game will have to be on for him to be successful.

Team Pooch

(4) Matt Divirgilio-WR-Loyola

Analysis: This is the ultimate question mark pick. It's a question mark not because of talent but because his stock has skyrocketed based on one big game last year. Last year could have very well been a mere glimpse of this WR's talent or it could have simply been a fluke. The truth is that only time will tell. He certainly has all the physical tools that made him a star last year.

Team Intravaia

(5) John McManus-WR-Brown University

Analysis: A very consistent player. McManus has become a solid player on both sides of the ball. He is extremely physically gifted and would be a dominate force on the defensive line. His speed and athleticism makes him a perfect fit to contain Kris Self at quarterback. That is why this pick makes sense.

Team Pooch

(6) Dan Degeorge- WR-Princeton University

Analysis: Here is where it gets very very difficult to figure out who is going to get picked next. Self will undoubtedly have the attention of owner Andrew Pucilowski, and that is why Degeorge gets picked here. Degeorge is the type of player that will not go crazy for the score sheet but he is the type of player that is gritty and tough and will work hard every play.

Team Intravaia

(7) Mike D'Urso-WR- Hobart College

Analysis: After Ferromosca dropped out, D'Urso seems to be the next pick. D'Urso will come into the game with two things on his mind, winning and being a dominant force. After a good showing as a Quarterback, D'Urso will focus solely on the idea of catching passes. A fast wideout with good hands, D'Urso will be fueled and motivated by leading his team to a victory.

Team Pooch

(8) John Farrell-QB/WR- Georgetown University

Analysis: A logical pick here, Farrell will provide Team Pooch with a solid backup quarterback. He is a bit of an unknown, but that may work in his advantage. It will interesting to see what the game will hold for Farrell. Defensively he is also a bit of an unknown.

Team Intravaia

(9) Brendan Leanos-WR- Middlebury College

Analysis: A veteran of previous Turkey Bowls, he will look to shake off the rust and see what he can do. This pick makes sense because of his previous experience and athletiticism. Though this may be the highest he will get drafted. Little is know about what condition he is in and what he will bring. Previous showings were good and consistent but not spectacular. He is a good complimentary player.

Team Pooch

(10) Chris Desimone-WR-University of Notre Dame

Analysis: Weeks earlier Desimone was considered to be the last pick in the draft. But after the owners thought about it, his stock has risen. Speed and some versatility make him a promising and exciting late round pick.

Team Intravaia

(11) Andy Delaney-WR-Syracuse University

Analysis: Tall and quick, Delaney provided some sparks in last year's contest. Andy is a good option to have in the mid range area and can go deep. Defensively he is rather solid and will be able to effectively fit into zone coverage. He is a good compliment for a precision passing team like Intravaia's.

Team Pooch

(12) Kolin Self (I know it's with a C)- WR- High School

Analysis: Coming straight out of high school, he will look to the LeBron James of the Turkey Bowl. His speed is consistent and it seems that he will respond well playing with his brother. It makes it a logical pick here. Though he is certainly not locked into this position.

# 13 and 14 -Paul Butler and Jack Mayer- Too close to call. Both were extremely good last year. Mayer's line work is second to none and he provides a viable short pass option. Furthermore, his work as a defensive lineman provided a stable pressure upon the quarterback. Butler provides a good wide receiving option and was able to get into the open areas to make some very nice catches.