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2014 NFL Mock Draft
Mock draft 4.0: No quarterbacks selectedBy Bucky Brooks |
NFL Media analyst

Published: March 25, 2014 at 01:18 p.m.

The perception of the NFL being a quarterback-driven league has prompted several teams to push quarterbacks up draft boards in recent years. As a result, we have seen a number of developmental quarterback prospects emerge as top 15 selections despite the presence of more pro-ready position players on the board.

My colleague Albert Breer deftly outlined the danger of this approach in a recent article examining the failures of the 2011 quarterback class.

With the 2014 draft loaded with Pro Bowl-caliber position players and full of question marks at quarterback, I believe we could see more teams pause before selecting a developmental prospect at the top of the draft. Although this would require teams to stick with the premise of taking the best player available, it's an approach that could result in a quarterback failing to come off the board in the first round for the first time since 1996.

Now, I know it's unlikely to happen, but let's take a look at how the draft could shake out if teams avoid reaching for a quarterback at the top of the draft. (Keep in mind that I didn't make any trades in this version of the mock draft.)

1. Texans

Jadeveon Clowney

2. Rams (from WASH)

Jake Matthews

3. Jaguars

Khalil Mack

4. Browns

Sammy Watkins

5. Raiders

Greg Robinson

6. Falcons

Anthony Barr

7. Buccaneers

Taylor Lewan

8. Vikings

Aaron Donald

9. Bills

Eric Ebron

10. Lions

Timmy Jernigan

11. Titans

Justin Gilbert

12. Giants

Mike Evans

13. Rams

Ha Ha Clinton-Dix

14. Bears

Ra'Shede Hageman

15. Steelers

Darqueze Dennard

16. Cowboys

Kony Ealy

17. Ravens

Zack Martin

18. Jets

Marqise Lee

19. Dolphins

Xavier Su'a-Filo

20. Cardinals

Dee Ford

21. Packers

Calvin Pryor

22. Eagles

Bradley Roby

23. Chiefs

Odell Beckham

24. Bengals

Ryan Shazier

25. Chargers

Kyle Fuller

26. Browns (from IND)

Jason Verrett

27. Saints

C.J. Mosley

28. Panthers

Cyrus Kouandjio

29. Patriots

Louis Nix

30. 49ers

Brandin Cooks

31. Broncos

Travis Swanson

32. Seahawks

Kelvin Benjamin

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Q mock draft: Week 27

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Teddy Bridgewater’s pro day may not be a big deal for BrownsBy Brent Sobleski

The Cleveland Browns are trying too hard.

The organization is trying to make everyone believe it’s not going to take a quarterback with the fourth overall selection, even though everyone around the NFL knows they are searching for a franchise signal caller.

“I don’t think we’re compelled to pick a quarterback at No. 4,” Browns owner Jimmy Haslam told the Akron Beacon Journal’s Nate Ulrich.

Browns head coach Mike Pettine admitted the quarterback position is a team need, but they’re not locked into selecting a certain type of signal caller.

Browns general manager Ray Farmer hasn’t even attended the pro day for every top quarterback prospect. And he won’t be at Texas A&M’s pro day Thursday to watch Johnny Manizel throw.

“A pro day of orchestrated throws, I don’t know what that tells you,” Farmer told USA TODAY’s Lindsay Jones. “It’s a piece of it that people blow up into this great thing. I went to a lot of games and practices this fall. I’ve seen them throw the ball.”

Farmer not being in attendance at Louisville’s pro day should actually help Teddy Bridgewater’s case. Bridgewater struggled with some throws which caused a stir in the NFL, and questions started whether he was worthy of being the top-rated quarterback prospect.

However, Bridgewater still fits all of the criteria set forth by Farmer when asked about what he looks for in a quarterback.

“You can tell he’s a very cerebral quarterback,” Pettine
http://espncleveland.com/common/more.php?m=49&action=blog&post_id=30251told ESPN Cleveland’s Tony Grossi
http://espncleveland.com/common/more.php?m=49&action=blog&post_id=30251. “He understands the game very well. Understands coverages, that kind of jumps off the tape at you. To me, he seems very unfazed by things. He plays very well under pressure. He’s a guy that’s NFL-ready. It doesn’t seem to be too big for him. He kind of has that calming presence out there. Some quarterbacks get real emotional, get real fired up and he’s not that. He kind of has that quiet confidence about him.”
If the Browns decide Bridgewater is their future at quarterback, it will start a ripple effect through the rest of the Top 10.

The Oakland Raiders are said to have a “massive crush” on Fresno State’s Derek Carr. With both UCF’s Blake Bortles and Bridgewater off the board, the Raiders may have to select Carr higher than they’d like, because he may not slip pass the Minnesota Vikings with the eighth overall pick.



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The Vikings will then have to decide whether or not Manziel fits their vertical passing system enough to spend the a Top 10 selection on the former Heisman Trophy winner.

It must also be mentioned that teams are in the midst of the NFL’s lying season.

Each of these teams are trying to get the others off their scent as to which prospects they like and don’t like. As a result, everything is being blown out of proportion, whether it is pro days or trade rumors.

In the end, each team simply needs to select the best player available to their franchise. Of the four previously mentioned teams, those players will likely be quarterbacks.

Now, on to this week’s mock draft…

1. Texans
Blake Bortles, QB UCF

2. Rams (from WASH)
Greg Robinson, OT Auburn

3. Jaguars
Jadeveon Clowney, DE South Carolina

4. Browns
Teddy Bridgewater, QB Louisville

5. Raiders
Derek Carr, QB Fresno State

6. Falcons
Khalil Mack, LB Buffalo

7. Buccaneers
Sammy Watkins, WR Clemson

8. Vikings
Johnny Manziel, QB Texas A&M

9. Bills
Jake Matthews, OT Texas A&M

10. Lions
Justin Gilbert, CB Oklahoma State

11. Titans
Anthony Barr, LB UCLA

12. Giants
Taylor Lewan, OT Michigan

13. Rams
Mike Evans, WR Texas A&M

14. Bears
Aaron Donald, DT Pittsburgh

15. Steelers
Darqueze Dennard, CB Michigan State

16. Cowboys
Timmy Jernigan, DT Florida State

17. Ravens
Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, S Alabama

18. Jets
Eric Ebron, TE North Carolina

19. Dolphins
Zack Martin, OT Notre Dame

20. Cardinals
Dee Ford, DE Auburn

21. Packers
Calvin Pryor, S Louisville

22. Eagles
Kelvin Benjamin, WR Florida State

23. Chiefs
Marqise Lee, WR USC

24. Bengals
Bradley Roby, CB Ohio State

25. Chargers
Kony Ealy, DE Missouri

26. Browns (from IND)
C.J. Mosley, LB Alabama

27. Saints
Kyle Fuller, CB Virginia Tech

28. Panthers
Odell Beckham Jr., WR LSU

29. Patriots
Louis Nix III, NT Notre Dame

30. 49ers
Brandin Cooks, WR Oregon State

31. Broncos
Ryan Shazier, LB Ohio State

32. Seahawks
Xavier Su’a-Filo, OG UCLA

*Draft order was determined by record, strength of schedule and playoff results. The slotting for the Cowboys and the Ravens was decided by a coin flip due to identical records and opponent strength of schedules.

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1. Texans

QB Teddy Bridgewater, Louisville

2. Rams (f/ WAS)

WR Sammy Watkins, Clemson

3. Jaguars

DE Jadeveon Clowney, South Carolina

4. Browns

QB Johnny Manziel, Texas A&M

5. Raiders

QB Blake Bortles, UCF

6. Falcons

OT Greg Robinson, Auburn

7. Buccaneers

DE Anthony Barr, UCLA

8. Vikings

OLB Khalil Mack, Buffalo

9. Bills

OT Jake Matthews, Texas A&M

10. Lions

WR Mike Evans, Texas A&M

11. Titans

CB Justin Gilbert, Oklahoma St.

12. Giants

DE Dee Ford, Auburn

13. Rams

OT Taylor Lewan, Michigan

14. Bears

DE Kony Ealy, Missouri

15. Steelers

CB Darqueze Dennard, Michigan St.

16. Ravens

WR Odell Beckham, LSU

17. Cowboys

DT Ra'Shede Hageman, Minnesota

18. Jets

TE Eric Ebron, North Carolina

19. Dolphins

OT Cyrus Kouandjio, Alabama

20. Cardinals

QB Derek Carr, Fresno State

21. Packers

ILB C.J. Mosley, Alabama

22. Eagles

FS Calvin Pryor, Louisville

23. Chiefs

WR Allen Robinson, Penn State

24. Bengals

CB Jason Verrett, TCU

25. Chargers

CB Bradley Roby, Ohio State

26. Browns

WR Jarvis Landry, LSU

27. Saints

OT Zack Martin, Notre Dame

28. Panthers

FS Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, Alabama

29. Patriots

DT Aaron Donald, Pitt

30. 49ers

DT Louis Nix, Notre Dame

31. Broncos

DT Timmy Jernigan, FSU

32. Seahawks

TE Jace Amaro, Texas Tech

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SECOUND ROUND

33. Texans OLB Kyle Van Noy, BYU

34. Washington OT Morgan Moses, Virginia

35. Browns CB Stanley Jean-Baptiste, Nebraska

36. Raiders DE Trent Murphy, Stanford

37. Falcons DE Scott Crichton, Oregon St.

38. Buccaneers WR Brandin Cooks, Oregon St.

39. Jaguars QB Zach Mettenberger, LSU

40. Vikings QB Jimmy Garoppolo, Eastern Illinois

41. Bills OLB Ryan Shazier, Ohio State

42. Titans RB Tre Mason, Auburn

43. Giants RB Carlos Hyde, Ohio State

44. Rams OG David Yankey, Stanford

45. Lions SS Deone Bucannon, Washington St.

46. Steelers WR Marqise Lee, USC

47. Cowboys DE Jackson Jeffcoat, Texas

48. Ravens DE Stephon Tuitt, Notre Dame

49. Jets WR Jordan Matthews, Vanderbilt

50. Dolphins TE Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Washington

51. Bears SS Ahmad Dixon, Baylor

52. Cardinals OT Jack Mewhort, Ohio State

53. Packers DT Will Sutton, Arizona State

54. Eagles WR Davante Adams, Fresno State

55. 49ers WR Kelvin Benjamin, FSU

56. Bengals C Weston Richburg, Colorado St.

57. Chargers OG Xavier Su'a-Filo, UCLA

58. Colts DE Dominique Easley, Florida

59. Saints OLB Chris Smith, Arkansas

60. Panthers WR Paul Richardson, Colorado

61. Patriots WR Martavis Bryant, Clemson

62. 49ers CB Pierre Desir, Lindenwood

63. Broncos OT Antonio Richardson, Tenn.

64. Seahawks CB Marcus Roberson, Florida

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Bracie Smathers said:

Not up-to-date but another mock that goes 7 rounds.

Also some picks you won't find in most mocks.

Here's the first two rounds.

http://www.allprofootballsource.com/2014-nfl-draft-seven-round-mock/

2014 NFL Draft: Seven-Round MockJames Cobern / March 2, 2014
The 2014 NFL Scouting Combine is firmly behind us. Every score a prospect made is now on file, and every team is inputting those scores as we speak to see who are should be drafted in the 2014 NFL draft. But at least for me, I’ve been grading since August 2013, and it’s time to unveil the biggest project of my career. To assemble the names of the players who I believe will be drafted with a seven-round mock draft. Not first-round mock, seven-round mock.

So buckle up ladies and gentlemen, because it’s about to be a drafty ride.

1. Houston Texans: Blake Bortles, QB, Central Florida

Whether you’re a Bridgewater fan or not, Blake Bortles is going to be the quarterback here. Bill O’Brien has openly waxed poet about Bortles after he beat Penn State, and that love will make Bortles the number one pick.

2. St. Louis Rams: Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina

You’re not going to win the NFC West settling for an offensive tackle. You need to take the most dynamic player imaginable, and that’s Clowney.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars: Ra’Shede Hageman, DT, Minnesota

Hageman tested off the charts at the Combine in terms of explosive power, and not too bad in agility either. The Jaguars will want to generate a consistent pass rush, and Hageman can get that done, especially under Gus Bradley’s direction.

4. Cleveland Browns: Khalil Mack, LB, Buffalo

The Browns need to keep adding pieces to the defense, and Khalil Mack would be a great fit as either an inside linebacker or outside linebacker. With the other pieces in place, the Browns could end up being the best defense in the AFC North by the end of this draft.

5. Oakland Raiders: Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn

Running the football and playing great defense is at the heart of Dennis Allen’s plan. So why not grab a tackle like Robinson who will destroy whatever defensive end or linebacker in his wake?

6. Atlanta Falcons: Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

Offensive line woes killed the Falcons in 2013. They need a plug and play tackle to give Matt Ryan time to find Julio Jones and Roddy White, because otherwise, the offense will continue to struggle.

7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU

The Bucs need some explosiveness on offense, and Beckham Jr. is at the tip of the iceberg in terms of his potential. With lightning fast quickness and speed, he will quickly become a favorite of whoever throws the football for Tampa Bay.

8. Minnesota Vikings: Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

A difference maker at quarterback is something the Vikings have missed for a long time. Johnny Manziel is a boom or bust caliber player, but he’s what the Vikings need to survive in the NFC North.

9. Buffalo Bills: Ha’Sean Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama

The Bills will need safety help after losing Jairus Byrd, and Clinton-Dix is a solid choice to replace Byrd. He doesn’t have the same insane ball skills, but he will fit in with the Bills just nicely.

10. Detroit Lions: Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

Offensive tackle makes a lot of sense, because there will be plenty of playmakers later on in this draft. Lewan can play right tackle, and pairing him with Warford is a little dream of mine.

11. Tennessee Titans: Anthony Barr, LB, UCLA

A new defensive philosophy under Ray Horton will bring the 3-4 defense, but also a defense that needs a stud outside linebacker to rush the passer. Barr is raw and riskier than most think, but he’s worth the risk when you’re the Titans.

12. New York Giants: Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

Cornerback is a huge need for the Giants, and Roby is not as bad as people make him out to be. People may be tried of the Giants having to rebuild the defense again, but they don’t have a choice.

13. St. Louis Rams: Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh

Here is another dynamic player to change the course of the NFC West. If you want to the best, you take the best, which is what Aaron Donald is to the defensive tackle position as a 3-technique.

14. Chicago Bears: DaQuan Jones, DT, Penn State

The Bears want to get bigger on defense, and I can’t think of anyone bigger than DaQuan Jones. He was the second most explosive defensive tackle in this draft class, and the metrics the Bears use to draft players may prove this pick isn’t as crazy it sounds.

15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson

Big Ben needs more weapons and this draft class is filled to the brim with them. Sammy Watkins is the consensus top wide receiver to many, but he could fall here due to an average Combine performance.

16. Dallas Cowboys: Zach Martin, OG, Notre Dame

More beef on the offensive line is the only course at this point. The Cowboys need to find an identity, and the running game needs to be found with a guy like Zach Martin.

17. Baltimore Ravens: Ju’Wuan James, OT, Tennessee

Joe Flacco will want some more protection, because he clearly didn’t have that for most of the 2013 season. Ju’Wuan James is a tackle who isn’t seen as a first-rounder, but he would be a perfect fit on the Ravens who must get a right tackle.

18. New York Jets: Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina

The Jets have no weapons to speak of. Eric Ebron is the kind of toy that will get Geno Smith’s groove back.

19. Miami Dolphins: Timmy Jernigan, DT, Florida State

Randy Starks and Paul Soliali could both be gone this offseason. The Dolphins need some more beef in the interior, and Jernigan is a case of we found the beef.

20. Arizona Cardinals: Joel Bitonio, OT, Nevada

Joel Bitonio destroyed the Combine in terms of explosive power, agility and quick twitch. If he can handle Anthony Barr, he has a good shot to be an offensive tackle at the next level.

21. Green Bay Packers: Louis Nix, NT, Notre Dame

Nix has fallen a bit due to an injury and loses his quickness from it as well. The Packers will need another nose tackle or 3-4 defensive end to secure the future of that front seven, and Nix is the perfect fit for that.

22. Philadelphia Eagles: Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

Cary Williams is not making the cut. While Justin Gilbert has the best ball skills in this class, but just needs some time to find his physicality back.

23. Kansas City Chiefs: Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

Cooks is an Andy Reid type wide receiver. He’s unbelievably quick, fast and short, but Alex Smith won’t care about height when Cooks is climbing the ladder for his throws on 3rd down.

24. Cincinnati Bengals: Jason Verrett, CB, TCU

The Bengals have a lot of ways they can go here, but Jason Verrett is too good to pass up. Andy Dalton will get one more shot, and Verrett will at least add yet another piece to a top 5 defense.

25. San Diego Chargers: Xavier Su’a-Filo, OG, UCLA

More offensive linemen is in vogue for the Chargers to keep Rivers happy, and Su’a-Filo is a versatile guard who can play tackle in a pinch. Exactly what you need when Rivers could retire any moment from the lack of depth on the line.

26. Cleveland Browns: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

The Browns gamble and Bridgewater stops falling. This may seem like a shock, but he’s not thought of highly in NFL circles and will be a steal like Aaron Rodgers a few years from now.

27. New Orleans Saints: C.J. Mosley, LB, Alabama

Cutting Vilma and keeping Loston in the middle is not enough. They need leadership at the linebacker position who can also play in coverage well, which is Mosley.

28. Carolina Panthers: Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

Mike Evans didn’t test as well as expected, and the Panthers need a receiver who can get contested passes. He’s young and needs to improve his routes, but with Cam Newton, you can never go wrong with a big receiver who will box out defenders.

29. New England Patriots: Ryan Shazier, LB, Ohio State

Bill Belichick is a relationship drafter, and Urban Meyer has some guys that will fit his defense. The Patriots have never had a speedster linebacker before, but Shazier could be the first one.

30. San Francisco 49ers: Marqise Lee, WR, USC

Speed is a big need for the 49ers on offense. Marqise Lee had a down year, but he’s still one of the most talented wide receivers in this draft class.

31. Denver Broncos: Dee Ford, DE, Auburn

The one thing missing from the Denver Broncos in the Super Bowl was a consistent edge rush. I don’t know if Dee Ford can play better than the blind dog in the meat factory, but he should be great.

32. Seattle Seahawks: Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri

There are a lot of things to address before the Seahawks can repeat, but the pass rush was a huge part of why they succeeded. So why not get another one who could also gain weight and kick inside at defensive tackle?

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33. Houston Texans: Billy Turner, OT, North Dakota State

Houston has a lot of things to address, but Turner is a super athletic guard who can help to rebuild a culture of winning. He comes from a school that won three FCS championship games in three straight years, so adding a great guard with that background is a good combination.

34. Washington Redskins: Phillip Gaines, CB, Rice

More cornerbacks will not look good for the Redskins, but they have to address the position. Gaines is a solid man corner who can start from day one.

35. Cleveland Browns: Weston Richburg, C, Colorado State

Alex Mack will likely not be signed, but Richburg can fill in nicely. He’s a tough, powerful and solid technician who can become the next great center of the Browns.

36. Oakland Raiders: Gabe Jackson, G, Mississippi State

The most powerful player out of his stance in this class is Gabe Jackson. He destroys and paves roads all at the same time, which is exactly what the Raiders need in the AFC West.

37. Atlanta Falcons: Morgan Moses, OT, Virginia

Jake Matthews helps the left side while Morgan Moses can lock down the right. We’re rebuilding this offensive line, and Moses is well worth it in the second.

38. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Kyle Van Noy, LB, BYU

Lovie Smith loves to collect smart and agile linebackers. Van Noy fits that description and is a steal in the second-round.

39. Jacksonville Jaguars: Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State

The Jaguars waited on a quarterback that is a little misunderstood. Derek Carr’s offense at Fresno State was awful in terms of showcasing his skill set, and it’s a risk that’s worth it to see who the real Carr is on the Jaguars.

40. Minnesota Vikings: Allen Robinson, WR, Penn State

Johnny Manziel is going to love this pick, because Greg Jennings is getting up there in age and Cordarrelle Patterson is about to take off. Why not get another playmaker who fits Manziel’s style?

41. Buffalo Bills: Jace Amaro, TE, Texas Tech

Forgot to add Jace Amaro, but if he fell to the second, the Bills would be very happy. He’s a better blocker than given credit for and can dominate in between the hashes.

42. Tennessee Titans: Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville

Bernard Pollard is gone, and Calvin Pryor is in. Ray Horton will love to bring Horton into the box to blow up stuff, and he’s actually one of the more talented safeties in this class.

43. New York Giants: Trai Turner, OG, LSU

David Diehl has worn out his welcome. The Giants need a big and powerful man to set things right on the right side, and Turner is the man for the job.

44. St. Louis Rams: Deone Bucannon, S, Washington State

Strong Safety is a need to address for the Rams here, and Deone Bucannon is a great safety. He’s incredibly athletic for the position and ready to set the tone with a stout front seven for years to come.

45. Detroit Lions: Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State

Everyone wanted to put Dennard to the Lions in the first, but he somehow landed all the way to here due to team preference. Dennard does not fit every defensive system, but he what he does well can be built around in your secondary.

46. Pittsburgh Steelers: Kyle Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech

The Steelers are the modern day version of Cocoon. They need to get younger at a variety of positions, and Kyle Fuller at cornerback is not a bad start.

47. Dallas Cowboys: Jackson Jeffcoat, DE, Texas

Jeffcoat is a little underwhelming on tape, but he suffers from a few technique issues that hold him back. The Cowboys need a defensive end and love Big 12 players.

48. Baltimore Ravens: Travis Swanson, C, Arkansas

Center has been a big issue for the Ravens for a while since losing Matt Birk to retirement. Swanson is one of the top centers in this class, and he can help keep Joe Flacco from getting too much inside pressure.

49. New York Jets: Bishop Sankey, RB, Washington

Bilal Powell and Chris Ivory aren’t the future in this backfield, Bishop Sankey is. He’s a Ray Rice/Gio Bernard clone and should become something special.

50. Miami Dolphins: Demetri Goodson, CB, Baylor

The Dolphins need more corners to solidify the defense, and with limited options available for the offensive line, this makes sense. Goodson is not high on many people’s radar, but he’s a very good corner with a lot of upside.

51. Chicago Bears: Stanley Jean-Baptiste, CB, Nebraska

Drafting size on defense is a priority for the Bears, and I can’t think of many bigger at the cornerback position than Jean-Baptiste. He’s a big corner with lots of length and tested very well at the Combine.

52. Arizona Cardinals: Kareem Martin, DE, North Carolina

Winning the NFC West isn’t an easy task, but Kareem Martin is a good start. Darnell Dockett is getting up there in age and Martin could with time replace him.

53. Green Bay Packers: Jimmie Ward, S, Northern Illinois

Safety issues have plagued the Packers ever since Charles Woodson lost a step and left. Ward is kind of a hybrid nickel safety, but he fits what the Packers want on defense.

54. Philadelphia Eagles: Jeremiah Attaochu, LB, Georgia Tech

The Eagles need more pass rushers who won’t be exposed in coverage. Attaochu is a little raw in some areas, but his physical potential is off the charts.

55. Cincinnati Bengals: Zach Mettenberger, QB, LSU

Shaking up things with Andy Dalton is necessary. The Bengals are stacked at almost every position, but a quarterback competition must happen now.

56. San Francisco 49ers: Marcus Martin, C, USC

Jonathan Goodwin is 35 years old and Marcus Martin could be his replacement. Martin is a few years away from being prepared to run an NFL offensive line, but that’s what the 49ers can handle.

57. San Diego Chargers: Bashaud Breeland, CB, Clemson

Cornerback help a must for the Chargers to continue retooling the defense. Breeland is raw in a lot of areas, but his size and length is intriguing.

58. New Orleans Saints: Trent Murphy, LB, Stanford

Attitude and football intelligence meets Rob Ryan’s defense. Traits that Trent Murphy has a whole lot of.

59. Indianapolis Colts: Shayne Skov, LB, Stanford

The Colts need leadership at the linebacker position with a guy like Skov. He’s an intimidating presence in the middle of the field and will bring back some defensive swagger to the Colts.

60. Carolina Panthers: Austin Sefarian-Jenkins, TE, Washington

Offensive firepower is a top need for the Panthers, and Sefarian-Jenkins fits that bill. He’s a big red zone target with immediate impact potential.

61. San Francisco 49ers: Terrance Mitchell, CB, Oregon

Secondary additions were not addressed much last year, but they must be addressed this year. Mitchell has lots of areas to improve, but he’s worth it on a team that doesn’t need him to contribute right away.

62. New England Patriots: Justin Ellis, DT, Louisiana Tech

Vince Wilfork’s presence was felt when he ended up on I.R. in 2013. The Patriots need to plan for when Wilfork isn’t here anymore, which Ellis can provide.

63. Denver Broncos: Brandon Linder, OG, Miami

There are lots of improvements to be made on the offensive line, but Linder makes some sense due to the age of the interior line. Linder is a powerful guard who can fill in nicely on that line.

64. Seattle Seahawks: Zach Kerr, DT, Delaware

The defensive line is one of the few weaknesses on Seattle’s defense, and Zach Kerr is a perfect fit. He’s big, powerful, fast and has a high football I.Q. that the Seahawks will love to have.

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Bruce Hammond said:

Guys like Brooks do that crap for one reason only, to get people to notice THEM and talk about THEM. OK Bucky, you win. You got noticed. For looking like you don't have a clue.

Even if all the QB needy teams passed on valuing QB among the early picks, they would either trade down in the round to get a QB or trade up from the 2nd round to get one. The chances of no QBs being taken in the 1st round are about as good as me being taken in the 1st round.

Edit -- never mind, I missed this part of Brooks' post, which covers him: "Now, I know it's unlikely to happen, but let's take a look at how the draft could shake out if teams avoid reaching for a quarterback at the top of the draft. (Keep in mind that I didn't make any trades in this version of the mock draft.)"

In other words, it's not really his projected mock, it means nothing.

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Biabreakable said:

How did you do in the 3 cone Couch?

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Holy Schneikes said:

So Cobern has Evans as WR 4 at 1.28? After Beckham and Cooks? I like a nice mixup for fun (or even better if there is a solid explanation for the drop), but the justification for this drop was:

"Mike Evans didn’t test as well as expected"

Huh? 6'5", 230, giant wingspan, 4.5 with good vert? Looked fluid in drills, catching with his hands?

I wonder what his expectations were? I don't get this to say the least. I'm not saying those other guys couldn't be better receivers, but combine testing would NOT be the reason to cite.

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massraider said:

Holy Schneikes said:

So Cobern has Evans as WR 4 at 1.28? After Beckham and Cooks? I like a nice mixup for fun (or even better if there is a solid explanation for the drop), but the justification for this drop was:

"Mike Evans didn’t test as well as expected"

Huh? 6'5", 230, giant wingspan, 4.5 with good vert? Looked fluid in drills, catching with his hands?

I wonder what his expectations were? I don't get this to say the least. I'm not saying those other guys couldn't be better receivers, but combine testing would NOT be the reason to cite.

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All kinds of weird things happen on draft day, so never say never, but yeah, I have a reeeaaalllly hard time seeing that happen.

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2014 NFL Mock Draft 6.0: Where Johnny Manziel isn't a first-rounderMarch 26, 2014 4:46 pm ETThis is Mock Draft 6.0.

It's the first one without Johnny Manziel in the first round. I just think there's a chance he falls out of it.

This mock includes two trades. One has the Atlanta Falcons trading up from the sixth spot to the No. 2 spot to get South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney.

The other trade comes late with Cleveland trading with Arizona to move up to get Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, who I have falling down into the No. 20 spot.

That's a shakeup for sure.

Only two months to go, right?

1. Houston Texans -- Blake Bortles, QB, Central Florida: There are more league people believing this now more than ever.

2. Atlanta Falcons (Trade with St. Louis): Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina: They make the leap ahead of Jacksonville to get Clowney.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars -- Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo: After Clowney goes, they stay put and take Mack to amp up their pass rush.

4. Cleveland Browns -- Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson: Can you imagine Watkins and Josh Gordon together?

5. Oakland Raiders -- Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State: They are too linked to him for me not to put him here.

6. St. Louis Rams (From Falcons) -- Greg Robinson, T, Auburn: He will give them a top tier tackle for a long time.

7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers -- Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M: With Mike Williams in trouble, they need another threat outside.

8. Minnesota Vikings -- Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State: New coach Mike Zimmer will want to upgrade the corner spot. Dennard can help.

9. Buffalo Bills -- Jake Matthews, T, Texas A&M: He's too good a player to fall out of the top 10.

10. Detroit Lions -- Taylor Lewan, T, Michigan: They take the local kid to improve their front.

11. Tennessee Titans -- Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA: The move to more 3-4 looks means they need an outside rusher.

12. New York Giants -- Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh: I will keep him here for now after they lost Linval Joseph.

13. St. Louis Rams -- Ha-Ha Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama: He would give them a lot of range on the back end.

14. Chicago Bears -- Tim Jernigan, DT, Florida State: They have to get better up front. They've added some bodies, but not enough.

15. Pittsburgh Steelers -- Kyle Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech: He is a player teams are saying is rising up a lot of boards. Ike Taylor isn't a kid anymore.

16. Dallas Cowboys -- Zack Martin, G-T, Notre Dame: This would make their offensive line the strong point of the team after having so many problems.

17. Baltimore Ravens -- Ra'Shede Hegeman, DE, Minnesota: They lost Arthur Jones, so they take a bigger replacement.

18. New York Jets -- Odell Beckham, Jr., WR, LSU: They have to get some speed outside for that offense.

19. Miami Dolphins -- C.J. Mosley, LB, Alabama: They spent big on linebackers last year and didn't get much bang for their buck. Mosley could help in a big way.

20. Cleveland Browns (from Indianapolis through Arizona), Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville: They wait, and when he falls, they move up to get him.

21. Green Bay Packers -- Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina: Yes, he has to work out better. But there is a ton of talent.

22. Philadelphia Eagles -- Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville: Did you watch their safeties last season? He is a thumper in the run game to go with Malcolm Jenkins.

23. Kansas City Chiefs -- Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon: He can fly and would help the offense in a big way.

24. Cincinnati Bengals -- Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State: They take the local kid to help their aging corner situation.

25. San Diego Chargers -- Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State: They have to get better outside. Gilbert is a nice man-cover player.

26. Arizona (From Indianapolis through Cleveland): DeMarcus Lawrence, OLB, Boise State: Here's another kid scouts are starting to really like.

27. New Orleans Saints -- Dee Ford, OLB, Auburn: They have to get somebody who can come off the edge.

28. Carolina Panthers -- Cyrus Kouandijo, T, Alabama: They have to get a left tackle with the retirement of Jordan Gross.

29. New England Patriots -- Louis Nix, NT, Notre Dame: It just makes too much sense with the uncertainty with Vince Wilfork.

30. San Francisco 49ers -- Marqise Lee, WR, USC: They need help outside and Lee has a chance to be special.

31. Denver Broncos -- Ryan Shazier, LB Ohio State: There is a need for speed and they have to get faster.

32. Seattle Seahawks -- Stephon Tuitt, DE, Notre Dame: Until they add a veteran player up front, I will keep him here.

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2014 NFL Mock Draft: March 26th UpdateWritten by Eric Galko on

26 March 2014.1. Houston Texans - Blake Bortles, QB, UCF
Free agency has come and gone, and the Texans didn’t address the quarterback position outside of signing Ryan Fitzpatrick. They’ve all but made it clear they’re taking a quarterback first-overall, and Blake Bortles remains the best fit for Bill O’Brien’s offense.

2. Atlanta Falcons (via STL) - Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina
With the Rams and Falcons having a front-office connection, I’ve heard that a tentative deal may already be in place if Clowney is available at #2 overall. While anything can happen on draft day, it’d be a surprise if Clowney didn’t get taken in the first two spots of the 2014 draft.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars - Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville
Despite his Pro Day woes and new question marks about his character, Bridgewater is still quietly viewed highly by NFL teams. His performance and interviews have been reminiscent of Geno Smith last year, but until teams firmly drop him down their board, I’d expect Bridgewater to be a top-five pick.

4. Cleveland Browns - Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson
The Browns could look a number of options at this spot, including quarterback, with Derek Carr being a strong possibility. But after Josh Gordon, their receiver crop is quite weak, and with their intention of taking a quarterback outside of the top-five, he’ll need more weapons than the Browns currently boast.

5. Oakland Raiders - Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo
The Raiders need as many instant-impact rookies as they can find, and despite adding two pass rushers in free agency, they could use the help at linebacker and with their depth. Mack can step in right away and give this team a young, feature defender to aid in the short-term and build with for the long-term.

6. St. Louis Rams - Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn

The Rams don’t have any glaring needs they must address early in the draft, so they’ll have the luxury of letting the draft come to them and take some of the best players available. Offensive tackle could use a long-term upgrade on the right or left side, and Robinson’s the clear best player available. I wouldn’t rule out safety or Justin Gilbert at this pick as well.

7. Tampa Bay Bucs - Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

After doing a great job in free agency, the Bucs have addressed many of their key needs before the draft and therefore have options with the seventh overall pick. As of now, it’ll come down to whether or not they want a quarterback. In this scenario, they opt for a tackle to finish their offensive line rebuild with Jake Matthews, who can fill in at right tackle for the long-term.

8. Minnesota Vikings - Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

With Norv Turner running the offense, the Vikings don’t need to address the quarterback position instantly, as he’s had a knack for doing more with less in the past. Adding Evans to pair with Cordarrelle Patterson will give the offense two feature weapons to build around whichever quarterback they add this year or next year in the draft.

9. Buffalo Bills - Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina

If the Bills want EJ Manuel to succeed for the future, they need to add more options than just Stevie Johnson in the passing game. With no real threat in the seam in the offense, Ebron can provide a unique threat that can allow for Johnson and CJ Spiller to have more room to work with on the edge.

10. Detroit Lions - HaHa Clinton-Dix, SAF, Alabama

Even after signing James Ihedigbo to fill their safety immediate need, the Lions could use a long-term answer at the position. With the team confident in their recent cornerback draft picks, addressing the receiver position in free agency and having a strong offensive line, safety is their only glaring need and they’ll be willing to reach at the position.

11. Tennessee Titans - Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

The Titans franchise has been known to value high-upside players in the team’s past, and Justin Gilbert certainly fits that mold. While his anticipation and route recognition skills aren’t ideal and are a bit of a red flag, his length and athletic upside should make him a top-20 pick. With Alterraun Verner leaving in free agency, the Titans could use a new feature cornerback.

12. New York Giants - Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh

The Giants became a defensive powerhouse in the NFC because of their defensive line. While they could use depth on the edge, they are seriously lacking impact rushers on the interior. Adding Donald as a 3-technique would do wonders for the pass rush and the entire defense.

13. St. Louis Rams - Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA

As they did with their earlier pick, the Rams will likely target the best player available with their second first-rounder. While safety is a bigger need, snatching up an elite talent like Anthony Barr can keep their pass rush elite into the future.

14. Chicago Bears - Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State
They’d likely love to get Aaron Donald, but in the scenario he’s not available, they’d be happy to land the draft’s most NFL ready cornerback in Dennard. While he lacks the same elite upside that Gilbert has, Dennard can play in multiple coverages and has the polish to step in right away and contribute.

15. Pittsburgh Steelers - Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

Regardless of how well Kelvin Beachum played at left tackle last year, I don’t think the team should be sold on him long-term as the answer at left tackle. Also, Marcus Gilbert opposite him has been solid but not irreplaceable. If they hope to keep Big Ben upright in his 30s, grabbing an elite tackle prospect is a must.

16. Dallas Cowboys - Calvin Pryor, SAF, Louisville

Their pass rush needs the most help, but there aren’t any options here in the mid-first round to address that area. Instead, they can land Calvin Pryor, who’s arguably the top safety in this class and can help one of the NFL’s worst defensive back units from a season ago.

17. Baltimore Ravens - Ra'Shade Hageman, DT, Minnesota
The Ravens could use some help on offense in giving Flacco more weapons, but don’t be surprised if they address the defensive front seven to keep their pass rush productive. Chris Canty is on the wrong side of 30, and they have little depth behind him. Adding Hageman gives them valuable depth and a developmental, high upside 5-technique.

18. New York Jets - Odell Beckham Jr, WR, LSU

The Jets have made it clear that they want to add more receiving threats to their offense, even after adding Eric Decker. If they can’t land DeSean Jackson in the rumored trade, adding one of the best receivers in the draft seems like the most likely option. Beckham is a long, explosive receiver who can provide a big play dynamic for Michael Vick or Geno Smith.

19. Miami Dolphins - Zack Martin, OT, Notre Dame

Even after signing Brandon Albert in free agency, the Dolphins need to address their offensive line early and often if they hope to get the most out of Ryan Tannehill this season. Martin is NFL-ready and can step in at right tackle immediately. He also can slide inside to guard if need be.

20. Arizona Cardinals - Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State

I’m expecting Carr to land in the first round, and ending up with Bruce Arians in Arizona is a perfect landing spot. He can sit behind Carson Palmer for a full year and take the reins once he’s ready in his second or third season.

21. Green Bay Packers – CJ Mosley, ILB , Alabama
Green Bay can go a number of directions, but adding to their run defense would be wise. Mosely is an NFL-ready interior presence who can provide instant run support and versatility as a pass rusher.

22. Philadelphia Eagles - Louis Nix, DT, Notre Dame
They drafted Bennie Logan a season ago, but he isn’t an ideal fit for the nose tackle spot for the future. Nix is a massive body type who can eat up the middle of the field at a high level, quickly addressing the Eagles run defense woes.

23. Kansas City Chiefs - Marqise Lee, WR, USC

After Dwayne Bowe, the Chiefs have little to get excited about at their receiving corps. Lee played on a USC team that struggled this year, but his talent didn’t fade away. A strong after-catch runner and efficient hands catcher across the field, he’ll fit well in Andy Reid’s system.

24. Cincinnati Bengals - Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri

After losing Michael Johnson in free agency, the Bengals need to address their defensive line. Ealy has tremendous upside and long-term versatility that the Bengals have valued in the past.

25. San Diego Chargers – Kyle Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech

With Louis Nix off the board, the Chargers could still look to reach on a nose tackle in Timmy Jernigan. But Kyle Fuller is highly thought of by NFL teams and could go much higher, so grabbing him at this point is a huge value.

26. Cleveland Browns (via IND) - Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

The quarterbacks are expected to fall on draft day, and Manziel may be the most likely candidate. He provides excitement, but teams worry if he can be a franchise quarterback if he needs to start early. Going this late to Cleveland takes some pressure off of him early.

27. New Orleans Saints - Jeremiah Attaochu, OLB, Georgia Tech

In need of pass rush help, the Saints are lucky there isn’t more buzz around Jeremiah Attaochu. A plus athlete with elite pass-rushing upside, Attaochu could develop into one of this draft’s best pass rushers, especially if he slides into Rob Ryan’s defense.

28. Carolina Panthers - Morgan Moses, OT, Virginia

This is a major reach in my opinion, but the Panthers have navigated through free agency with still a major need at both tackle spots. With many of the top offensive tackles gone, Moses is probably the most NFL ready that also boasts experience at left and right tackle.

29. New England Patriots - Xavier Su'a-Filo, OG, UCLA

Without many glaring needs after signing a handful of top talents in free agency (lead by Darrelle Revis), the Patriots can afford to take the best player available. While they’ll likely look to trade down, finding a top offensive lineman to work into their starting roster at some point would be wise, and Su’a-Filo is the class’s best guard prospect.

30. San Francisco 49ers - Jimmie Ward, SAF, Northern Illinois

The 49ers could look at one of the bigger cornerbacks at this spot, but finding a strong safety/nickel cornerback of Jimmie Ward’s ability could be wildly beneficial for a team that has a handful of top slot receivers they need to worry about in their division.

31. Denver Broncos - Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State
Even after adding Aqib Talib, the Broncos need more cornerback help. Bradley Roby can step in as a high-upside, tremendously fast outside cornerback or get work in the slot early in his career. They need the depth, and he has the upside to provide much more than that in the future.

32. Seattle Seahawks - Stanley Jean-Baptiste, CB, Nebraska
I slight reach in my opinion, Jean-Baptiste has rare length and athleticism that could make him a darkhorse first round pick. The Seahawks have talent at cornerback now, but they can’t afford to give big contracts at the position every year. Jean-Baptiste can develop for a year behind a talented defensive back unit before he’s asked to contribute.

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Some of Mike Tanier's comments were interesting and pretty funny.Mike Tanner: "The Rams currently list Saffold at guard, though they are paying him tackle money, so there is still room for Robinson." This is something I did not know.

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March 26, 2014

Mock Draft, Mach Two

By Mike Tanier, Dan Pompei and Russ Lande

A lot has happened since the Sports on Earth gang last mock drafted … mocked draft … er, guessed who NFL teams will select in the first round in May.

March Mentor Madness saw teams at the top of the draft board sign creaky free-agent veteran quarterbacks like Ryan Fitzpatrick, Chad Henne (a re-signing by the Jaguars) and Matt Schaub. These are exactly the type of quarterbacks you sign when battening down the hatches for a rookie: They need minimal practice reps to be ready, can start for a while if called upon and provide precious life lessons to the next generation. Think of them as brown avocados that have to be used immediately: The Texans, Jaguars and Raiders will want something far fresher than mid-autumn guacamole.

The Great Safety Shuffle found Jairus Byrd heading to New Orleans, Malcolm Jenkins to Philly, Mike Mitchell to Pittsburgh, Donte Whitner to Cleveland, and Antoine Bethea to San Francisco. Teams that needed safeties badly in February are in much better shape; it's hard to say the name Ha Ha Clinton-Dix right now without a little Nelson Muntz taunt. There are still safety-needy teams, but the whole draft board at the position has shifted.

The Broncos and Patriots filled most of their needs with all-in Last Stop on the Brady-Manning Express veteran splurges. The Bears reinforced their defense. The Panthers gutted their receiver corps. The Buccaneers did all sorts of hard-to-categorize stuff. Meanwhile, pro-day tealeaf-reading season gave draftnik nation new reasons to question Teddy Bridgewater and get excited over Anthony Barr.

So in many ways, we know more than we did last month. But we also know less: There is still not clear-cut No. 1 player or quarterback, the top five could play out hundreds of different ways and later-drafting teams filled just enough immediate needs to cloud their intentions. But the mock draft must march on, and Russ, Dan and I went the extra mile to make the best possible prognostications.

1. Texans

Mike

Teddy Bridgewater

Louisville QB Oh no, Mike Mayock said Teddy Bridgewater had a "average at best" pro day! But "average" compared to what? All of the other pro days Mayock is assigned to attend? In other words, the pro days of the top prospects in each draft class? If Bridgwater's pro day was the average of pro days by Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin, EJ Manuel, Geno Smith, Cam Newton, Sam Bradford and Blaine Gabbert, that makes it pretty good, right? Mayock may be using "average" the way Vizzini used "inconceivable." It may not mean what Mayock think it means. (Mayock also said that "most quarterbacks have a good pro day," which totally throws off the meaning of "average" and kind of negates the whole concept of evaluating a pro day, right?) Anyway, those who focus on the couple dozen practice passes they didn't see and ignore the 1,142 they did see are making a foolish mistake. Bridgewater is the best all-around quarterback in this draft. Bill O'Brien and Rick Smith, who were both highly visible during that "average" pro day, have probably figured that out.

Dan

Khalil Mack

Buffalo LB At this point taking a quarterback first overall looks like a reach. Rick Smith is too smart to reach. Mack could be a better scheme fit for the Texans than Jadeveon Clowney.

Russ

Blake Bortles

UCF QB Despite all the talk that the quarterbacks in this year's draft are not elite, I do not believe the Texans feel this way. Although I have been told they like both Manziel and Bortles, Bortles fits the mold of the big, strong pocket passer more than Manziel. With Ryan Fitzpatrick in the house to man the ship while Bortles adjusts to the NFL, the Texans will not have to force him into the lineup before he improves his footwork and overall mechanics.

2. Rams (from WASH)

Mike

Greg Robinson

Auburn OT

The Rams are a tough team to shop for, because they seem to have everything they want, but they aren't satisfied (or satisfactory). Robinson was a natural choice before the Rams played their Rodger Saffold yoyo prank on the Raiders. The Rams currently list Saffold at guard, though they are paying him tackle money, so there is still room for Robinson. And let's face it, there is always room for an offensive tackle who is built like a moving van. You can never have too much beef up front in the NFC West.

Dan

Greg Robinson

Auburn OT Clowney, Robert Quinn and Chris Long would be an incredible trio of defensive ends. But the Rams really could use an anchor for the offensive line. Sammy Watkins has to be a consideration here too.

Russ

Greg Robinson

Auburn OT Although Rodger Saffold re-signed with the team, he is going to play guard. So right tackle is unfilled, and left tackle Jake Long is rehabbing from a season-ending knee injury. Taking Robinson gives the Rams an upgrade at right tackle and protection in the event that Long is not ready to start the 2014 season on time.

3. Jaguars

Mike

Johnny Manziel

Texas A&M QB

A Russell Wilson surrogate for the Junior Seahawks! A (yawn) season ticket sales promotion! Another terrible Jaguars idea! There are a lot of ways to sell this selection, most of them unflattering to both the Seahawks and Johnny Manziel. Let's take a higher road. The acquisitions of Red Bryant, Chris Clemons and Ziggy Hood give the Jaguars the building blocks Gus Bradley needs in the front seven. Their defense could be pretty darn good. But a backfield of Chad Henne and Toby Gerhart is an invitation to lose games 13-6. The Jaguars need a catalyst, someone who can make two or three "outlier" big plays per game while he and his teammates find themselves. Manziel is just what the Jaguars need, not to impersonate their big siblings or sell tickets, but to win some games.

Dan

Jadeveon Clowney

South Carolina DE No way he gets past the third pick. It's easy to pencil the Jags in for a quarterback, but Dave Caldwell won't pass up a superior player at another position for a quarterback the Jags aren't crazy about.

Russ

Teddy Bridgewater

Louisville QB

While many in the media point to Teddy Bridgewater's stock as being down after a "disappointing" pro day, the reality is that he has the least flaws of any quarterback in the draft. General mnager Dave Caldwell learned under Bill Polian and Thomas Dimitroff, who both stress film evaluation above all else, so do not expect Caldwell to change his opinion about a player from a shorts and T-shirt workout.

4. Browns

Mike

Sammy Watkins

Clemson WR

While other teams were gobbling up mentor quarterbacks, the Browns were purging their depth chart of clipboard veterans. That's a sign that they are clearing the lane for Brian Hoyer, who is experienced enough to read a playbook without Matt Schaub over his shoulder. The Browns may dabble in a quarterback later in this round (it's one of their favorite things to do), but here is a golden opportunity to assemble one of the five best receiving corps in the NFL. Watkins can be the go-to guy for short-to-medium passes, Josh Gordon is a one-man bomb squad, Jordan Cameron is a great all-purpose tight end and Greg Little can sleep with a JUGGS machine in his bed until he learns to stop dropping passes. It's the best opportunity Hoyer will ever get west of Massachusetts.

Dan

Jake Matthews

Texas A&M OT The Browns are difficult to project because they have a general manager who never has been a general manager before. But the feeling is Ray Farmer will stay true to the board. They can always get a quarterback later.

Russ

Jake Matthews

Texas A&M OT With Bridgewater gone, I believe the Browns get Matthews to play right tackle and give them two frontline tackles and one top center (assuming Alex Mack eventually signs his transition offer) to protect whomever plays quarterback for them in 2014. While they may consider Manziel or Carr here, I think they wait until their second first-round pick to grab a quarterback.

5. Raiders

Mike

Khalil Mack

Buffalo LB

The Raiders will be Bridgewater-Manziel sweepers. Neither of the top two quarterback prospects will get past them. But now that he has Matt Schaub, Dennis Allen may decide to tinker with Terrelle Pryor and/or Matt McGloin for another year instead of restarting the developmental cycle with Blake Bortles. Especially when Allen looks at the talent still on the board: Mack is a great fit for a team that beefed up its offensive line and added a geezer squad on the defensive line. He's also one of the safest picks in the top 10, and the Raiders seem committed to the slow-and-steady approach.

Dan

Johnny Manziel

Texas A&M QB This needs to be happen for the universe to be right. Matt Schaub is merely a Band-Aid. Sammy Watkins is tempting here, but who would throw him the football?

Russ

Sammy Watkins

Clemson WR

After acquiring quarterback Matt Schaub, the Raiders do not need to reach and take one with the fifth pick. With no dominant receiver on the roster, they get a dynamic offensive weapon for Schaub to throw to in Watkins, who runs more aggressively with the ball than any receiver I can remember.

6. Falcons

Mike

Jake Matthews

Texas A&M

OT

If the draft plays out like this, Mike Smith and Thomas Dimitroff will be dancing around headquarters to Pharrell when their pick comes up. Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof! Once Scott Pioli yells at them to knock it off, Smith and Dimitroff can choose between the best natural pass protector in the draft and Jadeveon Clowney, the highest-upside defensive end prospect of the decade. The Falcons still have needs at both positions, but the Tyson Jackson-Paul Soliai upgrade on the defensive line quells the emergency there. Matthews allows Sam Baker to slip to right tackle, or guard, or the bench, and takes away Matt Ryan's worries for the next half decade. Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth!

Dan

Taylor Lewan

Michigan OT This is not the ideal scenario for the Falcons. A trade-up could be in order so they can land Clowney or one of the top two offensive tackles. But they should be able to live with Lewan.

Russ

Khalil Mack

Buffalo LB The Falcons made it clear their defensive line is not going to be pushed around after signing linemen Paul Soliai and Tyson Jackson, but they still must greatly improve their pass rush. With Clowney and Mack on the board, I think the rumored questions about Clowney's work ethic lead to the Falcons grabbing Mack, who fits better in their new multiple-front scheme.

7. Buccaneers

Mike

Jadeveon Clowney

South Carolina DE

The Falcons and Buccaneers could flip-flop these choices, because the Bucs need reinforcements along the offensive line. Dimitroff could make a big show of preparing to draft Matthews while ensuring that the trade hotline is open: A position swap at this point in the draft is worth about a fourth-round pick. But this draft is deep at tackle, while planet Earth is thin at Clowney. You don't become Lovie Smith unless you a) love Clowney-level talent on the defensive line the way hipsters love scarves; and b) believe that you can eradicate all of those lazy-sloppy habits by virtue of your wisdom and leadership. Plus, while Michael Johnson provides a jolt of edge rush, the Buccaneers got little sack production from either end position. It may be time to stop waiting on the Adrian Clayborn/Da'Quan Bowers gang.

Dan

Mike Evans

Texas A&M WR Move over Mike Williams. Many like Sammy Watkins better, but Evans is the type of big, athletic player who appeals to Lovie Smith. Josh McCown wouldn't turn away either.

Russ

Jadeveon Clowney

South Carolina DE The Buccaneers cannot believe their luck that Clowney falls to them. With Da'Quan Bowers and Adrian Clayborn still having not developed into frontline starters, Clowney could give them a premier pass rusher if he plays with passion and intensity on every snap.

8. Vikings

Mike

Blake Bortles

UCF QB

It was odd hearing Kurt Warner scrutinize the flaws in Teddy Bridgewater's footwork and weight distribution during Bridgewater's pro day. Fair enough: Bridgewater is not perfect. But Kurt: Have you seen Bortles' footwork and weight distribution? He looks like he is trying to throw while standing on a steep driveway! Bortles remains Blaine Bortlebert to me, and while I get the size-arm-brain potential, I cannot see a top-five pick to save my life. But then, the top of the draft is full of quarterback gurus who love to tinker: Bill O'Brien, Kyle Shanahan, Jeff Tedford and yes, Norv Turner. And for all his faults, the Vikings offensive coordinator is like a schoolmarm stickler when it comes to teaching fundamentals. And even before Turner does his fit-and-finish work, Bortles opens up the Vikings offense beyond the spot 15 yards downfield where Christian Ponder's passes started to blow backward.

Dan

Blake Bortles

UCF QB The Vikings have a knack of benefitting from a slide, and it could happen again this May. The only question may be if they prefer Bortles, Teddy Bridgewater or Manziel. If they trade down, a corner is possible.

Russ

Johnny Manziel

Texas A&M QB

Manziel is far from a finished product, but new head coach Mike Zimmer has always coached his players to play with a tough, aggressive attitude, which could not describe Manziel better. I think with an offense tailored around his skill set, Manziel could be the playmaker the Vikings offense so desperately needs.

9. Bills

Mike

Anthony Barr

UCLA LB

It is hard to tell just what the Bills are up to, particularly on defense. Is Jim Schwartz planning to assemble a Lions-style front four, or build on Mike Pettine's success with a hybrid scheme? No matter what Schwartz has planned, he can do better at outside linebacker than Manny Lawson. Barr has the size Schwartz prefers at linebacker, he flashed some 4.5 speed at his pro day and the game film shows all-purpose chops: He can play in space, rush the passer and do enough to get by in coverage. And if Schwartz decides he wants to use more of a 3-4 look, Barr and Mario Williams provide a pretty credible pair of edge rushers.

Dan

Sammy Watkins

Clemson WR

If one of the top three OTs slip, the Bills could go that route. Eric Ebron could be tempting. But Watkins would be great value at No. 9, and the Bills sure could use someone to make big plays on offense.

Russ

Eric Ebron

North Carolina TE

With Robert Woods, Marquise Goodwin and Stevie Johnson, the Bills have three young receivers for EJ Manuel to throw to, but Eric Ebron would give him the security blanket all young quarterbacks need. In addition, Ebron has the talent to be a game-changing offensive weapon.

10. Lions

Mike

Zack Martin

Notre Dame OT

LaAdrian Waddle did everything you could ask from an undrafted rookie pushed from the third string to the starting lineup at right tackle. The key to becoming a successful franchise, however, is putting yourself in position to never ask anything from undrafted rookie third-stringers on the offensive line. Martin provides credible competition for Waddle at right tackle and should push him into a swing-backup role. Jim Caldwell wants to come out slinging, and the revamped Lions receiving corps is built for an aerial assault. The Lions cannot afford any leaks in pass protection.

Dan

Justin Gilbert

Oklahoma State CB His excellent workout has helped him climb a lot of boards. Gilbert looks like a sound pick at this point, and he also would fill a need the Lions have had for a long time.

Russ

Mike Evans

Texas A&M WR If Matt Stafford is ever going to become more than an inconsistent passer, he needs more help, and Evans would give the Lions another big receiver who can take the pressure off Calvin Johnson and complement newly signed Golden Tate perfectly. Evans' playing style is similar to Jimmy Graham, and he could make that type of impact in the Lions offense.

11. Titans

Mike

Darqueze Dennard

Michigan State CB

The poor Titans. It's hard to come up with a scenario that brings them one of the top three quarterback prospects, dooming them to another year of Jake Locker and new backup -- oh dear lord -- Charlie Whitehurst. They left Chris Johnson by the curb with a "take me" sign on his head, but other teams just drove right past. And Pro Bowl cornerback Alterraun Verner left for Tampa with no replacement waiting in the wings. At least that last problem can be solved by Dennard, a versatile plug 'n' play cornerback with Pro Bowl potential of his own. Enjoy the Titans defense, and try not to think about Locker, CJDecay or -- oh dear lord -- being one injury away from Charlie Whitehurst

Dan

Teddy Bridgewater

Louisville QB

They might go into the draft with their sights set on a player at another position, but could the Titans pass up Bridgewater given their quarterback problems in recent years? Don't get too comfortable, Jake Locker.

Russ

Kyle Fuller

Virginia Tech CB After losing Alterraun Verner, the Titans need a cornerback, and although Fuller has not received a lot of national attention, numerous NFL teams have Fuller rated as the best corner in the draft. His combination of height (just under 6 feet), long arms, physical play, instincts and ball skills have NFL teams excited.

12. Giants

Mike

Eric Ebron

North Carolina TE

Did you know that Ebron played both offense and defense in high school? It's true. He recorded 13.5 sacks during his high school career as a defensive end. He combines the best of Jimmy Graham AND Jason Pierre-Paul, so the Giants MUST draft him. Lots of college stars were two-way players in high school, of course, and Ebron won't be playing defense anytime soon. But since every mock draft on the planet has him going to the Giants, I felt compelled to say something interesting. Or try, anyway.

Dan

Eric Ebron

North Carolina TE In the past two years, they have lost Martellus Bennett and Brandon Myers in free agency. Time to find a long-term fix at the position and a dynamic playmaking pass catcher for Eli Manning. Ebron's workouts have boosted his stock.

Russ

Jace Amaro

Texas Tech TE

Eli Manning looked lost during much of 2013, and a tight end who is a receiving threat could upgrade the offense. Amaro has good size at over 260 pounds, runs sharp routes and has outstanding hands to immediately contribute.

13. Rams

Mike

Calvin Pryor

Louisville S

With Cortland Finnegan gone and Matt Giordano likely to leave, there will be no one older than 26 in the Rams secondary. When Janoris Jenkins is the voice of maturity on a unit, that is one young unit. So what is the sense of making the Rams secondary even younger by drafting Pryor? With so much youth, there must be intense competition. Rodney McLeod came from nowhere to have a fine season in 2013, and T.J. McDonald had his moments when healthy, but Pryor has more upside than either of them and provides both health and flash-in-the-pan insurance.

Dan

Ha Ha Clinton-Dix

Alabama S What they really could use is a wide receiver, and Marqise Lee or Odell Beckham could be reasonable choices here. But Clinton-Dix or Calvin Pryor would be a valuable asset for Gregg Williams' defense, and both may be higher rated.

Russ

Odell Beckham

LSU WR The Rams don't have an established wide receiver on their roster, so they dive into the receiver market in the first round again. If Beckham contributes as a rookie and Tavon Austin steps up in his second season, they could have a dynamic set of young, game-breaking receivers.

14. Bears

Mike

Justin Gilbert

Oklahoma State CB

With Lamarr Houston, Willie Young and returnees Jay Ratliff and Israel Idonije on board, the Bears have fortified their defensive line enough to stave off 200-yard rushing days. They can add depth later in the draft, but the Bears can now turn some attention to their secondary. The team signed several young safeties (led by Ryan Mundy), but the cornerback depth chart behind Tim Jennings and Charles Tillman is thin, and Peanut won't be around much longer. Gilbert adds one more piece to a defense that was rather puzzling last year.

Dan

Aaron Donald

Pittsburgh DT His lack of size won't be too big an issue in the Bears' scheme. After losing Henry Melton, the Bears need an interior rusher badly. They also could be tempted by an edge rusher, safety or linebacker C.J. Mosley.

Russ

Aaron Donald

Pittsburgh DT Bears coach Marc Trestman did wonders with the Bears offense, but their defense was terrible in 2013. With starting defensive linemen Henry Melton and Julius Peppers gone, the Bears grab Donald, who was a great player at Pittsburgh and has the explosiveness and strength to make an instant impact on their defense.

15. Steelers

Mike

Ra'Shede Hageman

Minnesota DT

By the Steelers standards, signing three notable free agents was a shopping spree. Lance Moore and Mike Mitchell solve problems at safety and wide receiver, while Cam Thomas provides an old-fashioned 330-million-pound space eater at nose tackle. The Steelers still need a third lineman to supplement their Thomas-Cameron Heyward duel-Cam block-occupying engine. Hageman can both eat up blocks and beat them, contributing to a pass rush that will also need an upgrade with the loss of LaMarr Woodley.

Dan

Anthony Barr

UCLA LB Some project him going much higher. He could slip a little, but he'd be a great fit in Pittsburgh. The Steelers also could use a wide receiver and safety, so if Barr is gone, Lee, Beckham and Pryor are possibilities.

Russ

Darqueze Dennard

Michigan State CB

Starting cornerbacks Ike Taylor and William Gay are 33 and 29 respectively and their secondary has not been strong in recent seasons. Dennard brings the strong and physical style of play to the Steelers secondary that they like and would likely start as a rookie.

16. Cowboys

Mike

Aaron Donald

Pittsburgh DT

A Tampa-2 defense can never have too much talent at the three-tech position. The Cowboys are giving Henry Melton a long look there, and he could be great, but he is also coming back from an ACL injury. Donald is a younger, healthier, feistier Melton. They can rotate on rushing downs and play together to provide a dose of quickness on passing downs.

Dan

Calvin Pryor

Louisville S What they really could use is pass rush to help offset the loss of DeMarcus Ware and the probable loss of Anthony Spencer, but there might not be a match at 16. Pryor could help cover up for the lack of a pass rush.

Russ

Calvin Pryor

Louisville S While I believe the Cowboys will consider a pass rusher like Anthony Barr here, he is not a great fit for their 4-3 scheme, and they also need help at safety. Pryor is an explosive athlete who attacks the play and can be an intimidating force at the back end of their defense.

17. Ravens

Mike

Taylor Lewan

Michigan OT

The Ravens reportedly like Ricky Wagner, last year's fifth-round pick, and they want to give him a starting opportunity at right tackle. No problem: make him earn it. Lewan is a natural Gary Kubiak style lineman tailored to a zone-stretch scheme. He can play on the right or left side, so the loser of the Lewan/Wagner battle gets to be the swing tackle. Chances are, it will not be Lewan.

Dan

C.J. Mosley

Alabama LB He would not fill a need, but the Ravens are not about that. Mosley is an excellent value at this spot in the draft. Besides, Ozzie Newsome loves those Alabama guys.

Russ

C.J. Mosley

Alabama LB

While they drafted Arthur Brown to fill one of their inside linebacker spots last year, he is still young and learning, and they have no one established playing inside. So pairing Mosley with Brown would give them two athletic inside backers, which would greatly improve their pass coverage and range against the run.

18. Jets

Mike

Mike Evans

Texas A&M WR

Eric Decker is a fine No. 2 receiver. Jeremy Kerley is a great No. 3 receiver. What are the Jets missing? I cannot seem to lay my index finger on it. Oh yeah: a No. 1 receiver! Stephen Hill, you say? Imagine a Stephen Hill who actually caught passes in college instead of blocking for a wingbone option offense, one who has actual experience reaching for tough passes and using his noggin to sprint to open spots and help his scrambling quarterback. In other words, a huge, fast guy like Hill who also knows how to play the wide receiver position. That player is named Mike Evans.

Dan

Odell Beckham

LSU WR They have a need at wide receiver and should have an interesting choice: Beckham, Marqise Lee or Brandin Cooks. Not everyone around the league is in agreement on the order in which the receivers should go.

Russ

Marqise Lee

USC WR

Whether Geno Smith or Michael Vick is taking snaps in 2014, the Jets need weapons on offense. If Lee is healthy and returns to his 2012 form, the Jets will get a bargain, as he played like a top-five pick before injuries slowed him down in 2013.

19. Dolphins

Mike

Xavier Su'a-Filo

UCLA G

The offensive line makeover continues, with Su'a-Filo joining Brandon Albert and some depth-and-character guys like Shelley Smith and Fireman Danny Watkins. Su'a-Filo is a better Joe Philbin system fit than David Yankey: He's ready to drive block and pass protect, and he is ready to start immediately.

Dan

Zack Martin

Notre Dame OT This pick makes so much sense that it probably has no chance of happening. Martin would give the Dolphins a lift on the field and in the locker room, and help the team move past the Jonathan Martin-Richie Incognito debacle.

Russ

Zack Martin

Notre Dame OT Even after signing left tackle Branden Albert, the Dolphins offensive line is still a mess. Martin has all the tools to start at right tackle or guard as a rookie, so he not only brings talent, but also versatility to their line.

20. Cardinals

Mike

Derek Carr

Fresno State QB

Bang! The first controversial pick of this mock draft! And I wasted it on the Cardinals. Sigh. The Cardinals have shied away from drafting a quarterback early since Matt Leinart, and it shows in their Carson Palmer-Drew Stanaton-Ryan Lindley depth chart. Carr has had a fine offseason establishing himself as the anti-Manziel, a moderate-upside but no-downside WYSIWYG professional who does everything fairly well. As a late first-round pick, he makes a fine Palmer protégé.

Dan

Derek Carr

Fresno State QB

Whether it's the Cardinals or some other team, this is the range Carr figures to be go in. A trade-up for him could be in play. The Cards could use a QB of the future.

Russ

Anthony Barr

UCLA LB

For the Cardinals defense to continue playing at a high level, it needs an impact pass rusher. Barr could fill that role off the edge in their 3-4 scheme.

21. Packers

Mike

Odell Beckham

LSU WR

The once-great Packers receiving corps is down to Jordy Nelson, Randall Cobb and a bunch of guys named Andrew Quarless and Jarrett Boykin. Nelson and Cobb are darn good, but Mike McCarthy built these Packers for spread-formation artillery attacks, so more ammo is needed. Beckham can take over James Jones' role as a downfield threat immediately, and he has Pro Bowl talent once he gains polish.

Dan

Darqueze Dennard

Michigan State CB Ted Thompson can throw a curveball with the best of them. This might be the type of draft for him to take best available player regardless of position. There are a lot of possible ways he can go here.

Russ

Ha Ha Clinton-Dix

Alabama S

The Packers are dangerously thin at safety with only Morgan Burnett possessing the experience and talent needed, so although Clinton-Dix has some issues with his instincts, his selection fills one of the few holes on their defense.

22. Eagles

Mike

Kyle Van Noy

BYU LB

Malcolm Jenkins puts out the immediate fire in the Eagles safety corps. Ha Ha Clinton-Dix will still be tempting at this spot, because second-year semi-prospect Earl Wolff and mega-disappointment Nate Allen are the Eagles' other safeties, but Van Noy may be too good to pass up. The Eagles used a lot of defensive ends as outside linebackers last year, and while Trent Cole and Brandon Graham acquitted themselves well, the team needs a more natural 3-4 outside linebacker to pair with Connor Barwin, juice the third-and-long package and eventually replace Cole.

Dan

Bradley Roby

Ohio State CB If they unload DeSean Jackson, a wide receiver also is possible here. But Roby is a safe pick for the Eagles. Some think they will seek help for their defensive front seven.

Russ

Justin Gilbert

Oklahoma State CB

Big-money free agent Cary Williams struggled in his first season in Philadelphia, and the Eagles pass defense suffered because of it. To make sure they have three quality cornerbacks heading into 2014, they grab Gilbert, whose combination of height and speed is unmatched in this year's draft.

23. Chiefs

Mike

Brandin Cooks

Oregon State WR

Cooks is quick, shifty, incredibly productive, can catch the ball in traffic and flashed holy-cow track speed at the combine. He's tiny, and the sum of the parts does not completely add up yet, but the Chiefs need a vertical stretcher, plus a guy who can take over Dexter McCluster's old slot-and-end-around role. If Beckham is off the board, Cooks is the guy.

Dan

Marqise Lee

USC WR A cornerback also could be in play, but Lee would fill the bill both for value and need. Alex Smith needs another weapon. Lee could be John Dorsey's kind of player.

Russ

Kelvin Benjamin

Florida State WR

Other than Dwayne Bowe, the Chiefs receiving corps is largely unproven. Benjamin is a huge receiver with excellent natural athleticism and could become a star if he becomes more consistent catching the ball and competing hard on every snap.

　

24. Bengals

Mike

Kony Ealy

Missouri DE

Fine system fit and great value. Ealy is a natural replacement for Michael Johnson, keeping the Bengals front seven formidable.

Dan

Kyle Fuller

Virginia Tech CB A replacement for Michael Johnson at defensive end would be most called for, but there might not be a qualified candidate at this point of the draft. Marvin Lewis loves those cornerbacks.

Russ

Jimmie Ward

Northern Illinois S Although the Bengals have Reggie Nelson at one safety spot, they have a three-headed monster with George Iloka, Taylor Mays and Shawn Williams at the other safety position. Ward is the top safety on a number of teams' draft boards, so the Bengals address one of their few weaknesses.

25. Chargers

Mike

Kyle Fuller

Virginia Tech CB

This mock draft did not work out well for the Chargers: The Bears gobbled up Justin Gilbert, leaving them scrounging for leftovers at their greatest need position. Fuller adds an element of danger to a secondary that intercepted just seven passes last year, and a gamble-and-guess intimidator could be just what the Chargers need. But with Derek Cox gone, they also need more immediate help, and cornerbacks like Fuller spend a lot of time getting fooled and schooled as rookies. The Chargers could shift priorities, but last year's D.J. Fluker selection suggests that they will draft for need in the first round.

Dan

Louis Nix

Notre Dame DT A cornerback such as Jason Verrett could be tempting, but you can find corners later in the draft. There are not many players like Nix. He would fit well in the Chargers' front.

Russ

Louis Nix

Notre Dame DT

Although the Chargers desperately need to upgrade their pass rush, a 3-4 defense has no chance of success without a nose tackle. Nix is not a dominant player, but he is a quick athlete for such a big man and can dominate blockers when he maintains leverage and uses his hands correctly.

26. Browns (from IND)

Mike

Timmy Jernigan

Florida State DT

What, no quarterback? Maybe the Browns have changed their ways. Mike Pettine wants to vary his personnel packages on the defensive front, so he needs high-quality depth. Jernigan can slide around from the nose to a traditional 3-4 end position, giving Pettine plenty of mix-and-match options and making the team's expensive edge rushers more effective.

Dan

Jimmy Garoppolo

Eastern Illinois QB If they don't pick a quarterback with the fourth pick, they could take one here. The candidates are Garoppolo, Carr and AJ McCarron. Some think this is too high for Garoppolo, but there is no such thing as too high for a quarterback a team has conviction about.

Russ

Jimmy Garoppolo

Eastern Illinois QB

The Browns' gamble works out, as they passed on a quarterback with their first pick and get the vastly under-rated Garapollo here. A smart passer with an ultra-quick release, strong arm, good poise within the pocket and deceptive athleticism, he should be their long-term answer.

27. Saints

Mike

Kelvin Benjamin

Florida State WR

Like the Packers, the Saints find themselves with a wide receiver depth chart full of unrecognizable names. Prospects like Nick Toon and Kenny Stills have flashed promise, but the Saints need to inject some real first-round talent. Benjamin is like a cross between Marques Colston and Jimmy Graham: a big receiver on the cusp of tight end size with amazing raw ability. With Colston aging and Graham grumbling, they need him.

Dan

Kony Ealy

Missouri DE After a recent purge of veterans, the Saints could use some young blood on defense. Ealy is the type of player Rob Ryan would use in multiple ways. Brandin Cooks also could make sense.

Russ

Dee Ford

Auburn OLB

The Saints defense improved greatly throughout its first season in a 3-4 scheme, and adding an edge pass rusher like Ford would dramatically improve their pass rush.

28. Panthers

Mike

Marqise Lee

USC WR

The poor Panthers may want to trade up. No team needs a receiver more desperately than they do, but the Chiefs come pretty close, and as listed above, there are many other teams in the market. The class is deep, but Lee should set off the Keary Colbert-Dwayne Jarrett USC alarms for any longtime Panthers fan. Lee is not quite like those early-millennial Trojans-to-Panthers disappointments: USC no longer fools the nation into thinking every 6-foot-3 kid who can run can catch 100 passes. Lee is fast, fluid and polished enough to contribute immediately. He also battles injuries and endures long stretches when he does not look very special. Ugh. But beggars cannot be choosers.

Dan

Brandin Cooks

Oregon State WR They need secondary help too, but how can they pick anything but a wide receiver after losing their top four from a year ago? Cooks could be the new Steve Smith.

Russ

Taylor Lewan

Michigan OT

Not in their wildest dreams did the Panthers expect Lewan to still be on the board, so they run up with the card to select Jordan Gross' replacement at left tackle.

29. Patriots

Mike

Ha Ha Clinto-Dix

Alabama S

All mock drafts end with the Patriots either looking like train robbers or trading down. This is a "train robbers" mock draft. The Great Safety Shuffle of 2014 free agency cooled the market for Clinton-Dix's services among teams like the Saints and Eagles, and Calvin Pryor rates an edge over on many draft boards. The Patriots can use a safety to join their mercenary cornerbacks, and Bill Belichick knows the best value on the board when he sees it.

Dan

Ra'Shede Hageman

Minnesota DL Bill Belichick is likely to be intrigued by his potential. Good luck getting it out of him though. If Nix is still on the board, he could be a potential replacement for Vince Wilfork.

Russ

Ra'Shede Hageman

Minnesota DL As the Patriots continue to try to upgrade their defense, they take a gamble on Hageman because he has the size, length and athleticism of former Patriots great Richard Seymour. If they can motivate him to play hard on every snap, they could have a star on their hands.

30. 49ers

Mike

Dominique Easley

Florida DT

The 49ers can afford to gamble on damaged goods, and they have done so in the past (Marcus Lattimore). Easley is a John Randle-level talent whose knees are his own worst enemy. He is not a natural fit in the 49ers scheme (he is more of a 4-3 three-tech player), but he could play defensive end and develop into the next Justin Smith if he stays healthy.

Dan

Jason Verrett

TCU CB This would make it a legitimate run on cornerbacks late in the first round. Verrett fills a need for the Niners and would complete a secondary upgrade.

Russ

Jason Verrett

TCU CB Tarell Brown left as a free agent, so the chance to add an explosive, playmaking cornerback makes perfect sense, as he could be their nickel cornerback in 2014 and possibly more in the future.

31. Broncos

Mike

David Yankey

Stanford G

A smart, quick pass protector who is ready to get the message when Peyton Manning starts barking out the names of Midwestern cities at the line of scrimmage. With Ryan Clady returning at left tackle, the Broncos have an elaborate plan to move Orlando Franklin inside while Chris Clark slides to right tackle. It's not a bad plan. Drafting a really good guard is a better plan.

Dan

Xavier Su'a-Filo

UCLA G The Broncos should not have to be a slave to need, which is good considering how late they are picking. Su'a-Filo, the highest rated interior offensive lineman in the draft, could be a replacement for Zane Beadles.

Russ

Bradley Roby

Ohio State CB

With Champ Bailey and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie gone, the Broncos added Aqib Talib. Chris Harris is rehabbing from a knee injury, though, so Roby gives them another cornerback with elite physical skills. If they can get Roby back to playing like he did in 2012, then they will have two frontline starting cornerbacks.

32. Seahawks

Mike

Louis Nix

Notre Dame DT

Like the 49ers, the Seahawks have the luxury of taking on injured players with superstar potential. Nix's knees are more of a medical marvel than Easley's, and Nix tends to balloon from "big tackle" to "asteroid" during offseasons. But Pete Carroll knows how to keep guys on the training table, is creative in his use of 330-pounders and can save Nix mileage by rotating him in a 40-snap role. Think Red Bryant, Part II.

Dan

Kelvin Benjamin

Florida State WR

He is a younger version of the recently cut Sidney Rice. Receiver is a position of need after the departures of Rice and Golden Tate. The Seahawks also could be interested in Su'a-Filo if he is on the board.

Russ

Xavier Su'a-Filo

UCLA G After they won the Super Bowl, we know the Seahawks do not have a lot of holes, but getting the most athletic interior offensive linemen in the draft makes perfect sense, as he could start at guard or even right tackle as a rookie.

　

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amnesiac said:

to me, QB is not a position that you let fall to you and just take whichever one is left. other positions, sure. but i don't believe teams can do that at QB.

IF there is a QB they really like, they'll trade up to make sure they get their guy.

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massraider said:

amnesiac said:

to me, QB is not a position that you let fall to you and just take whichever one is left. other positions, sure. but i don't believe teams can do that at QB.

IF there is a QB they really like, they'll trade up to make sure they get their guy.

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100% agree. And it makes one wonder: IF the Browns/Jags/Raiders all pas on a QB, then trade up into the late 1s to get one, how much do they really like him?

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amnesiac said:

massraider said:

amnesiac said:

to me, QB is not a position that you let fall to you and just take whichever one is left. other positions, sure. but i don't believe teams can do that at QB.

IF there is a QB they really like, they'll trade up to make sure they get their guy.

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100% agree. And it makes one wonder: IF the Browns/Jags/Raiders all pas on a QB, then trade up into the late 1s to get one, how much do they really like him?

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enough to trade up for them, so it really shouldn't matter.

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Mock Draft 2.0 POST-COMBINE/PRE-FA

Updated: 03/26/2014 8:18PM ET

1. Texans

QB Blake Bortles*

Houston will be taking calls to trade down. New coach Billl O'Brien worked for years with George O'Leary Bortles head coach at Central Florida. Jadeveon Clowney is still in the running for the Texans. He may grow up and be all he can be playing opposite JJ Watt. Bortles is a prototype drop back NFL quarterback. He stands tall in the pocket and was the game manager in a run based offensive scheme. He ranked 21st in the country in total offense with 296.4 yards per game. He completed 67.8% of his passes and averaged 9.4 yards per attempt. Hand: 9 3/8".
NEEDS: QB,OT,S Selections: 7 1/1, 2/33, 3/65, 4, 5, 6, 7

2. Rams (f/ WAS)

OT Jake Matthews

Jeff Fisher knows all about the Matthews bloodlines. He may still get Jake after a trade with the Browns (If there is a deal to be done) or his consolation prize may be Greg Robinson.Jake Matthews started and finished his senior year as the top left tackle prospect in the 2014 Draft. Plays strong and stout with good knee bend and leverage. Good use of hands and is diligent in his blocking technique. Bench Press: 24/225 Arm length: 33 3/8" HAND: 9 7/8" .
NEEDS: LOT,S,WR,CB Selections: 8 1/2 (f/WAS), 1/13, 2/44, 3/75, 4, 5, 6, 7

3. Jaguars

DE Jadeveon Clowney*

Gus Bradley comes from the Pete Carroll school of pass rusher university. The Jaguars think they can get their QB at 2/39. Physically, Jadeveon Clowney can come off the edge like he has a hornets nest in his britches and must be game planned for. He looks like the prototype NFL defensive end from his long athletic build to his Chinese dragon arm length. If only his flashes were graded you would think he was from another planet. But the whole film is graded and you rarely get the production his physical gifts warrant. Made many plays when he was unblocked. He was on a play count most of the year because of injury. Has an explosive arm-over move that you seldom see. Can completely dominate a portion of a game or can be walled off by a tight end. Maturity is a question mark. His 40 tackles, 3 sacks, and 11.5 tackles for loss are underachieving for the rare talent. ARM: 34 1/2 ", Hand: 10 "
NEEDS: QB,DE,OT,LOG,C Selections: 10 1/3, 2/39, 3/70, 4, 4 (f/BAL), 5, 5 (f/DET), 5 (f/BAL), 6, 7

4. Browns

QB Teddy Bridgewater*

Teddy Bridgewater is an accurate (71% in 2013) and clutch quarterback who makes good decisions.Runs more of a traditional West Coast offense where the team huddles. Climbs the pocket well while keeping his eyes down the field. Good athlete who is smooth and consistent. Quick release. Is accurate with his back shoulder throws. Lays the ball out for his receiver. Good touch and feel. Throws his receivers open. Good ball placement to receivers on blitzes. Will take what is there in the pass game. Uses his check downs and outlet receivers as needed. A good package of tangible and intangible assets.Hand size: 9 1/4 ". Downside: Slender build for durability purposes. Competition level in college was average.
NEEDS:QB,RB,OG,WR,IB,S Selections: 10 1/4, 1/26 (f/IND), 2/35, 3/71, 3/83 (f/PIT), 4, 4 (f/IND), 5, 6, 7

5. Raiders

WR Sammy Watkins*

Sammy Watkins leaves evaluators at a loss for descriptive adjectives. A competitive and explosive hand catcher who will reach and extend to catch a ball at the high point. He can freeze a defender’s feet, then accelerate by them. A double move magician. He can win in transition and separate against the best corners. Explosive on kickoff returns. ARM: 32", Hand: 9 5/8.
NEEDS:QB,RB,LOG,DE Selections: 7 1/5, 2/36, 3/67, 4, 6, 7, 7 (f/ARZ)

6. Falcons

OT Greg Robinson*

The Falcons need a pass rusher and all the offensive linemen they can collect in this draft. A tightend would be nice too! Look for Atlanta to make an aggressive move to go up & get Jadeveon Clowney. Greg Robinson, a declared junior, emerged as one of the draft’s top left tackle prospects during Auburn’s national championship run. Athletic with good lateral quickness to cut off the inside go. Can stone a bull rush. Powerful on down blocks. Locks out his long arms on a pass rusher’s breast plate, carrying them up the field. ARM Length: 35", HAND: 10 ". Bench Press: 32/225,
NEEDSE/PR,OT,TE Selections: 7 1/6, 2/37, 3/68, 4, 5, 6, 7

7. Buccaneers

OT Taylor Lewan

The Bucs have four selections & must make everyone count. A trade down is a possibility for more picks. Taylor Lewan elevated his game as a left tackle in 2014. He can set the edge with his lateral quickness and hook the defensive end. Positions and dominates the defender. A big man with a thick lower body. Good feet in space as a puller or can road grade as a base blocker. ARM Length: 33 7/8 " HAND: 9 1/4" Bench Press: 29/225
NEEDS: DE,OT,LOG,TE Selections: 5 1/7, 2/38, 4, 5, 7

8. Vikings

QB Johnny Manziel*

The Vikings need a QB.( Looks like Christian Ponder is more of a backup,) A defensive end,a safety to play next to Harrison Smith another linebacker. Johnny Manziel has innate running and passing instincts as well as a feel for the pass rush. He completed 73% of his passes from the pocket, best among quarterbacks from BCS automatic qualifier conferences. Only one first round quarterback had a better down the field throwing percentage than Manziels, 48% of passes 25 yards or longer in the past three years – that was Robert Griffin III. Despite his lack of height, he only had 12 of 864 passes batted down. Teams that missed the boat on Russell Wilson because of measurables will be giving Manziel the once over twice. Maturity a question. Hand size: 9 7/8"
NEEDS:QB,DE,CB,OG Selections:8 1/8, 2/40, 3/72, 3/96 (f/SEA), 4, 5, 6, 7

9. Bills

OLB Khalil Mack

Mack can widen out and bring it. His versatility as a hand-in-the-dirt pass rusher or a standup outside linebacker helps his stock. He features an explosive and sudden first step when rushing the passer. For the past four years he has been a disruptive playmaker despite teams’ accounting for him on every play. He led the Bulls with 100 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, 10.5 sacks, 3 interceptions, 10 passes defended, and 5 forced fumbles. ARM: 33 1/4", HAND: 10 1/4".
NEEDS: OT,OG,S,DE/PR Selections: 7 1/9, 2/41, 3/73, 4, 5, 6, 7

10. Lions

CB Justin Gilbert

Gilbert is a rangy long armed playmaker that also doubles as a dynamic kick return specialist. He is a good sized corner who is always in position to make a play on the ball. Can turn and run with good hip flexibility or stick his foot in the ground and drive on the ball carrier in front of him. Good hands to pluck the interception or return kicks. Will miss tackles with just a shoulder hit at times.
NEEDS: CB,WR,C, Selections: 6 1/10, 2/45, 3/76, 4, 6, 7

11. Titans

OLB . Anthony Barr

The Titans need to generate a pass rush in their new 3-4 scheme and Ray Horton knows just what to do with the explosive and productive Anthony Barr by widening him out and turning him loose. He is one of those productive athletes that are fun to scout. He elevated his overall game despite pass protections set his way. The rangy scheme diverse linebacker plays low with good knee bend and hip flexibility. Almost impossible to hook with his long arms, lateral agility, and good athletic ability. Can run down plays from the backside. Barr collected 65 tackles, 20 tackles for loss, 10 sacks, and 5 forced fumbles in 2013. ARM: 33 1/2 " HAND: 9 3/8".
NEEDS: OLB/PR, S,QB,OT Selections: 6 1/11, 2/42, 4, 5, 6, 7

12. Giants

CB Darqueze Dennard

Darqueze is a plugin and play man-to-man defender. He is a physical corner in coverage and on run support. Reroutes receivers and keeps position on them. Has a closing burst when called on to blitz. An aggressive wrap tackler who is smart and instinctive.
NEEDS:LB,CB,OG, Selections: 6 1/12, 2/43, 3/74, 4, 5, 6

13. Rams

FS Calvin Pryor*

This selection is contingent on what happens at 2. HaHa Clinton-Dix may be higher on the Rams board. If Justin Gilbert or Darqueze Dennard falls here this pair is in the mix. A receiver can't be ruled out but with the depth at WR the Rams may get theirs at 2/44. Pryor is a physical safety who breaks quickly on the ball and punishes the ball carrier when he arrives. Second leading tackler on the team with 75 stops.
NEEDS: LOT,S,WR,CB Selections 8 1/2 (f/WAS), 1/13, 2/44, 3/75, 4, 5, 6, 7

14. Bears

DT/NT Louis Nix III*

The Bears must gum up the inside running lanes and Louis Nix III is just the guy to do it. Did you ever try to move an Oak tree that's deeply rooted? He can dig in.He has the talent to be the next Vince Wilfork. Stout at the point of attack. Gets push up the middle as a pass rusher. Explosive space occupier who absorbs blockers and keeps his linebackers free. Disruptive enough to force plays deep. Gets his hands up in the throwing lane. Quick off the ball and locks out and sheds. Finishes plays.ARM: 33", HAND: 9 7/8".
NEEDST,S,OC,OG Selections: 7 1/14, 2/51, 3/82, 4, 5, 6 (f/TB), 6

15. Steelers

FS HaHa Clinton-Dix*

If either of the top two corners fall here or Calvin Pryor if he is rated higher, the Steelers will address their secondary's age. Ha Ha Clinton-Dix is athletic enough and by scheme design does not let a receiver get on top of him. As the last line of defense, he lines up at 10-12 yards deep. Keeps good position on receiver and jumps a ball carrier once he crosses the line of scrimmage. Reads things quickly. Good ball skills and has the range of a center fielder.
NEEDS:S,CB, OT Selections: 6 1/15, 2/46, 4, 5, 6, 7

16. Ravens

DT Aaron Donald

Aaron Donald is a scheme specific 4-3 under-tackle who explodes off the ball and is a slippery leverage player. Long arms to bat down passes. Works hard every play from snap to whistle. Always puts in a good day’s work. Good flexibility to dip and bend. Won the defensive player of the year sweepstakes collecting the Bednarik, Lombardi, Outland Trophy, and Nagurski Awards. Was unanimous All-America plus ACC Defensive Player of the Year.
NEEDS: DE/PR,CB,S,DT SELECTIONS: 8 1/16, 2/47, 3/78, 4, 5, 7 (f/CHI), 7, 7 (f/KC)

17. Cowboys

OG/OT Zack Martin

The Ravens need help at center, guard and tackle. Martin fills one of the three positions. He projects inside from left tackle. He will get a chance to play on the edge first because he uses his hands well and is an efficient pass protector. Intense and focused. Good body control and balance. The WR position is rich this year so Ozzie grabs one at 2/48. ARM Length: 32 7/8" HAND: 9 1/2", Bench Press: 23/225
NEEDS: WR,OT,CB,S SELECTIONS: 4 1/17, 2/48, 3/79, 6

18. Jets

WR Mike Evans*

The Jets need to beef up their offensive skilled positions to help Geno Smith succeed. Marqise Lee is a consideration as is multi-purpose Eric Ebron. Mike Evans is a big athletic target who will reach and extend for high passes and out jumps most defensive backs. Averaged 20.2 yards per catch on his 69 catches. Tough to jam at the line of scrimmage because of size and strength. ARM: 35 1/8", 9 5/8" BP: - 12 reps.
NEEDS: WR,TE,OG,CB SELECTIONS: 9 1/18, 2/49, 3/69 (f/TB), 3/80, 4 (f/TB), 4, 5, 6, 7

19. Dolphins

DT Tim Jernigan*

One of the top offensive linemen will be drafted here if they fall to the Dolphins. Timmy Jernigan is an inside running lane road block. Top level inside instincts and agility. Good lateral quickness and hand use to stack and shed head-on running plays. Plays low and with leverage to hold his ground. A one-gap disruptive penetrator.
NEEDS: OT,OG,RB,DT,CB SELECTIONS: 7 1/19, 2/50, 3/81, 4, 5, 6, 7

20. Cardinals

OLB Trent Murphy

Cardinals need OT's, a CB and a pass rushing OLB. Murphy is a native of Mesa, Arizona and may be moving back. He is a productive multiple position player who has a lethal inside rip move. He’s planted more than one quarterback after shedding the block and closing on his target. Combines instincts and intensity to rush the passer. A versatile defender who is quick off the ball, explosive, and relentless. Murphy totaled 62 tackles, 23.5 tackles for loss (147 yards), 15 sacks (119 yards), 7 quarterback hurries, and 7 passes defended. ARM: 33 7/8", HAND: 11 1/8".
NEEDS: OT,CB,OLB/PR ,TE SELECTIONS: 6 1/20, 2/52, 3/84, 4, 5, 6

21. Packers

TE Eric Ebron*

The Packers will also consider the top safeties if any are available. Eric Ebron fills a major need as a receiver and a TE.He lines up wide or in the slot and can beat coverage with strength, athleticism, and quickness. He is equally as skilled catching a screen, crosser, or vertical route. ARM: 33 1/4, HAND: 10", BP 24 Reps.
NEEDS: TE,S,OLB SELECTIONS: 7 1/21, 2/53, 3/85, 4, 5, 6, 7

22. Eagles

SS Deone Bucannon

Chip Kelly goes back to the PAC 12 for another productive player. Bucannon led the Pac-12 in tackles with 109. A physical run-through tackler who added 5 interceptions, 3 forced fumbles, and 4.5 tackles for loss to his resume` this year. Plays the ball well down the field with range and good ball skills. Will be in the running for the top strong safety in the 2014 draft. Smart, versatile, tough, and motivated. Supports the run like a wrecking ball slamming into a building. He is not only a hitter but a wrap up tackler. Has the feet and flexibility to run with tight ends and backs. Collected 15 interceptions in his career.

NEEDS:S, OLB,CB, WR SELECTIONS :7 1/22, 2/54, 3/86, 4, 5, 5 (f/NE), 7

23. Chiefs

WR Kelvin Benjamin*

Benjamin is a 2- for- 1 receiver that can be used as a TE as well as a WR. A big physical target who is not easy to tackle. Smooth for a big man. A long strider that picks up speed as he goes down the field. Basically a one-year starter who caught 30 passes as a redshirt freshman in 2012. He played in a five-receiver rotation. Not a nifty-footed receiver, but a powerful one. Can make the tough overhead catch by tracking the ball. Adjusts well to a poorly thrown pass. Can make the great catch or miss a routine ball. Inconsistent hand catcher and route runner. Does not catch the ball cleanly. ARM: 34 7/8", HAND: 10 1/4", BP - 13
NEEDS: TE, WR,ILB SELECTIONS: 6 1/23, 3/87, 4, 5, 6 (f/DAL), 6

24. Bengals

CB Kyle Fuller

Kyle Fuller takes a direct line to the ball with no false steps. Athletic, confident, and competitive. Good football instincts and body control. Defended 12 passes despite missing 5 games with a torn groin muscle. Good feet and short area quickness. Sudden to read and react.
NEEDS: CB,OLB and safety SELECTIONS : 7 1/24, 2/55, 3/88, 4, 5, 6, 7

25. Chargers

CB Jason Verrett

San Diego will also look at a guard, OLB, and a tightend. Jason Verrett is a quick-footed nickel corner who can play outside. Confident and disciplined in his play. A good athlete with timing, quickness, and hip flexibility. A fearless competitor with the ball in the air or in run support.
NEEDS:CB,OLB,OG,TE SELECTIONS:7 1/25, 2/57, 3/89, 4, 5, 6, 7

26. Browns

WR Marqise Lee*

What happens at #4 determines pick 26. If Lee is there this will be a steal of epic porportions. Don't let the fall of 2013 put you to sleep on this human highlight film. Marqise Lee was nicked up in 2013 but flashed glimpses of his previous two highlight reel years at Southern Cal. Sudden quickness out of his breaks. Competitive at the ball. Has elite speed to run by corners on deep vertical routes. Explosive kickoff return specialist averaging 28.5 yards per return. He owns or shares 22 USC records. ARM: 31 3/4 ", HAND: 9 1/2".
NEEDS: QB,RB,OG,WR,IB and safety. SELECTIONS: 10 1/4, 1/26 (f/IND), 2/35, 3/71, 3/83 (f/PIT), 4, 4 (f/IND), 5, 6, 7

27. Saints

LB CJ Mosley

CJ Mosley was the Butkus Award winner as the top linebacker in the country. Has good timing as an “A” gap blitzer. Disruptive and explosive. Instinctive with good lateral agility. A sideline to sideline productive player. Led the Tide with 108 tackles, including 9 tackles for loss. A four down linebacker – plays run, covers the pass, and plays special teams. The only stickey wicket is an injury history that may knock Mosley out of the 1st round.. ARM: 33 3/8", HAND: 10 3/4"
NEEDS: IB, OLB Pass rusher,OT, safety, TE SELECTIONS: 6 1/27, 2/59, 3/91, 4, 5, 6

28. Panthers

WR Odell B eckham Jr.*

Beckham is not only a feature receiver, but a game changing fearless kick returner as well. Averaged a salty 19.5 yards per catch on his 59 receptions and tallied 8 touchdowns. Aggressive going after the ball. Will lay out for an off-target pass. A good route runner who has a physical edge to his game. Runs sharp and crisp routes. Can shake a defender in the open field after a catch. Will run and catch a short pattern into the teeth of a defense. Good ball skills down the field competing for the ball.
NEEDS:WR,CB,LOT,DE SELECTIONS: 7 1/28, 2/60, 3/92, 4, 5, 6, 7 (f/NYG)

29. Patriots

DE Stephon Tuitt*

Tuitt only falls here because of a fractured foot.He should draw two blockers which will help free up others that are single blocked.If he draws a single block our money's on Tuitt to beat the blocker. He can also play down inside.He is a country strong versatile 4-3 or 3-4 tackle or end. Sets the edge with technique and guile. Can press the pocket as a pass rusher then make the quarterback throw out of the well by getting his long arms up. Hustles and takes good downfield angles in pursuit. Can stack the line of scrimmage and force the ball to bounce. Recorded 49 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks, and 13 quarterback hurries. ARM: 34 3/4", HAND: 10"
NEEDS: DT,OG,C,TE SELECTIONS: 7 1/29, 2/62, 3/93, 4, 6 (f/PHI), 6, 7

30. 49ers

WR Brandin Cooks*

How do the 49ers attack Seattle's big secondary? With quickness & guile. Cooks was the explosive 2013 Fred Biletnikoff winner as the country’s best receiver. Has a lot of Carolina’s Steve Smith in him. A gritty receiver who has good hands and quick feet. A strong route runner with good vision. Explosive upfield burst on jailbreak screens. Beats the first tackler on a regular basis. An aggressive receiver with strong hands. Catches the ball in tight quarters and is not afraid to go over the middle. Gets open in man-to-man coverage. Competitive and athletic after the catch. Makes defenders miss. Tough to cover in the slot.
NEEDS: WR,CB,DT,C SELECTIONS: 11 1/30, 2/56 (f/KC), 2/61, 3/77 (f/TEN), 3/94, 4, 5, 6, 7 (f/NO), 7 (f/CAR), 7

31. Broncos

OT Antonio Richardson

Richardson is a wide-bodied left tackle who projects to the right side. “Tiny” plays with a good base and is stout at the point of attack. Plays on his feet. Can pull and block a corner in space. Sits down and moves his feet in pass pro. Athletic for a massive man. A mauler that can engulf a defensive end. Can anchor when he plays low and bends his knees. Has tools to play a long time if he fine-tunes his overall game.
NEEDS:ROT,CB,DE,DT SELECTIONS: 7 1/31, 2/63, 3/95, 4, 5, 6, 7

32. Seahawks

OG Xavier Su'a-Filo*

A junior who has experience at both tackle and guard. Strong punch to the breast plate. Quick, aggressive, and physical in his play. Good lateral quickness to position the defensive end. Good feet and athletic ability in pass protection. Strong and explosive in his play. Keeps his hands inside the frame. Can play flat-footed with good ankle and hip flexibility. Strong enough to anchor a bull rush. ARM Length: 33 3/8" HAND: 9 3/8", Bench Press: 25/225
NEEDS: WR,ROG,ROT,TE,DE SELECTIONS: 7 1/32, 2/64, 4, 5 (f/OAK), 5, 6, 7

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2014 NFL Draft: Rounding Up Experts' Latest Mock Draft Predictions

By

Gary Davenport , Featured Columnist

Mar 23, 2014

ESPN:

It wouldn't be a party without the coiffed one, so Mel Kiper's mock draft from March 13 (subscription required) has to be in the mix.

Bleacher Report:

I'd be remiss not to include the fine folks right here at Bleacher Report, so we'll turn to NFL National Lead Writer Matt Miller and his post-combine mock draft from February 26.

Sports Illustrated

:

The illustrious Don Banks represents SI in this little endeavor, with his latest mock draft being published March 18.

CBS Sports:

CBS Sports NFL writer Will Brinson offered up his most recent mock draft March 20.

USA Today

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Nate Davis of USA Today rounds out our panel, with his latest mock draft from February 27.

1. Texans
Mel Kiper: Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo

Matt Miller:

Blake Bortles, QB, Central Florida

Will Brinson:

Bortles

Don Banks:

Bortles

Nate Davis

: Jadeveon Clowney, DE/OLB, South Carolina

2. Rams (from WASH)
Kiper: Greg Robinson, OT Auburn

Miller:

Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson

Brinson:

Watkins

Banks:

Robinson

Davis:

Robinson

3. Jaguars
Kiper: Jadeveon Clowney, DE/OLB, South Carolina

Miller

: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

Brinson:

Clowney

Banks:

Clowney

Davis:

Bridgewater

4. Browns
per: Blake Bortles, QB, Central Florida

Miller:

Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

Brinson

: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

Banks:

Manziel

Davis:

Bortles

5. Raiders
Kiper: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

Miller:

Jadeveon Clowney, DE/OLB, South Carolina

Brinson:

Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

Banks:

Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

Davis:

Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson

6. Falcons
Kiper: Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

Miller:

Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn

Banks:

Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo

Brinson:

Mack

Davis:

Matthews

7. Buccaneers
Kiper: Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson

Miller:

Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

Banks:

Watkins

Brinson:

Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn

Davis:

Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo

8. Vikings
Kiper: Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

Miller:

Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State

Banks:

Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

Brinson:

Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M (hypothetical trade with St. Louis Rams)

Davis:

Manziel

9. Bills
Kiper: Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

Miller:

Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo

Banks:

Lewan

Brinson:

Lewan

Davis:

Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

10. Lions
Kiper: Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

Miller:

Evans

Banks:

Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

Brinson:

Gilbert

Davis:

Gilbert

11. Titans
Kiper: Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA

Miller:

Barr

Banks:

Barr

Brinson:

Barr

Davis:

C.J. Mosley, ILB, Alabama

12. Giants
Kiper: Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina

Miller:

Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri

Banks:

Ebron

Brinson:

Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh

Davis:

Ealy

13. Rams
Kiper: Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama

Miller:

Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

Banks:

Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

Brinson:

C.J. Mosley, ILB, Alabama (hypothetical trade with Minnesota Vikings)

Davis:

Clinton-Dix

14. Bears
Kiper: Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh

Miller:

Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

Banks:

Donald

Brinson:

Timmy Jernigan, DT, Florida State

Davis:

Donald

15. Steelers
Kiper: Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

Miller:

Kelvin Benjamin, WR, Florida State

Banks:

Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State

Brinson:

Dennard

Davis:

Dennard

16. Cowboys
Kiper: Timmy Jernigan, DT, Florida State

Miller:

Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh

Banks:

Jernigan

Brinson:

Louis Nix, DT, Notre Dame

Davis:

Jernigan

17. Ravens
Kiper: Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

Miller:

Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina

Banks:

Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville

Brinson:

Ebron

Davis:

Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

18. Jets
Kiper: Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU

Miller:

Beckham

Banks:

Beckham

Brinson:

Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

Davis:

Marqise Lee, WR, USC

19. Dolphins
Kiper: Zack Martin, OT, Notre Dame

Miller:

Louis Nix, DT, Notre Dame

Banks:

Martin

Brinson:

Ha-Ha Clinton Dix, S, Alabama

Davis:

Martin

20. Cardinals
Kiper: Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State

Miller:

Dee Ford, DE/OLB, Auburn

Banks:

Ford

Brinson:

Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri

Davis:

Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA

21. Packers
Kiper: C.J. Mosley, ILB, Alabama

Miller:

Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama

Banks:

Clinton-Dix

Brinson:

Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville

Davis:

Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina

22. Eagles
Kiper: Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville

Miller:

Pryor

Banks:

Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

Brinson:

Jason Verrett, CB, TCU

Davis:

Louis Nix, DT, Notre Dame

23. Chiefs
Kiper: Marqise Lee, WR, USC

Miller:

Ra'Shede Hageman, DT/DE, Minnesota

Banks:

Lee

Brinson:

Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU

Davis:

Stephon Tuitt, DE, Notre Dame

24. Bengals
Kiper: Ryan Shazier, OLB, Ohio State

Miller:

Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State

Banks:

Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri

Brinson:

Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

Davis:

Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville

25. Chargers
Kiper: Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

Miller:

Jason Verrett, CB, TCU

Banks:

Kyle Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech

Brinson:

Fuller

Davis:

Dee Ford, DE/OLB, Auburn

26. Browns (from IND)
Kiper: Kelvin Benjamin, WR, Florida State

Miller:

Marqise Lee, WR, USC

Banks:

Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

Brinson:

Lee

Davis:

Carlos Hyde, RB, Ohio State

27. Saints
Kiper: Dee Ford, DE/OLB, Auburn

Miller:

C.J. Mosley, ILB, Alabama

Banks:

Mosley

Brinson:

Ford

Davis:

Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

28. Panthers
Kiper: Cyrus Kouandjio, OT, Alabama

Miller:

Zack Martin, OT, Notre Dame

Banks:

Kouandjio

Brinson:

Martin

Davis:

Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU

29. Patriots
Kiper: Ra'Shede Hageman, DT, Minnesota

Miller:

Jace Amaro, TE, Texas Tech

Banks:

Hageman

Brinson:

Hageman

Davis:

Hageman

30. 49ers
Kiper: Kyle Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech

Miller:

Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

Banks:

Jason Verrett, CB, TCU

Brinson:

Kelvin Benjamin, WR, Florida State

Davis:

Cooks

31. Broncos
Kiper: Chris Borland, ILB, Wisconsin

Miller:

Timmy Jernigan, DT, Florida State

Banks:

Xavier Su'a-Filo, G, UCLA

Brinson:

Su'a Filo

Davis:

Kelvin Benjamin, WR, Florida State

32. Seahawks
Kiper: Stephon Tuitt, DE, Notre Dame

Miller:

Cyrus Kouandjio, OT, Alabama

Banks:

Tuitt

Brinson:

Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

Davis:

Jace Amaro, TE, Texas Tech

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Donnybrook said:

This draft has an abundance of undersized DEs (or 34 LBs) but very few bigger (270 pound +) 43 DEs. The only two that are rated as 1st round talent are Clowney and Ealy. You have to think Ealy will go early because of the demand. Kiper's mock doesn't have Ealy going in the first round.

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jurb26 said:

Donnybrook said:

This draft has an abundance of undersized DEs (or 34 LBs) but very few bigger (270 pound +) 43 DEs. The only two that are rated as 1st round talent are Clowney and Ealy. You have to think Ealy will go early because of the demand. Kiper's mock doesn't have Ealy going in the first round.

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Lol, really? I guess that's why I stopped listening to Kiper years ago.

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Donnybrook said:

jurb26 said:

Donnybrook said:

This draft has an abundance of undersized DEs (or 34 LBs) but very few bigger (270 pound +) 43 DEs. The only two that are rated as 1st round talent are Clowney and Ealy. You have to think Ealy will go early because of the demand. Kiper's mock doesn't have Ealy going in the first round.

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Lol, really? I guess that's why I stopped listening to Kiper years ago.

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It was just an observation. Who am I to say if Kiper is wrong? Ealy is one of those player you see all over the place in Mocks. Will teams choose to draft a DE like Ealy over a position that has a lot of depth like wide receiver?

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Donnybrook said:

jurb26 said:

Donnybrook said:

This draft has an abundance of undersized DEs (or 34 LBs) but very few bigger (270 pound +) 43 DEs. The only two that are rated as 1st round talent are Clowney and Ealy. You have to think Ealy will go early because of the demand. Kiper's mock doesn't have Ealy going in the first round.

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Lol, really? I guess that's why I stopped listening to Kiper years ago.

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It was just an observation. Who am I to say if Kiper is wrong? Ealy is one of those player you see all over the place in Mocks. Will teams choose to draft a DE like Ealy over a position that has a lot of depth like wide receiver?

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Round 1 - This is CLE SPORTS SOURCE 2014 NFL MOCK DRAFT 2.0

Pick Team Player

1. Houston Texans Blake Bortles QB, UCF

2. St. Louis Rams (From WAS) Greg Robinson OT, Auburn

3. Jacksonville Jaguars Jadeveon Clowney DE, South Carolina

4. Cleveland Browns Sammy Watkins WR, Clemson

5. Oakland Raiders Johnny Manziel QB, Texas A&M

6. Atlanta Falcons Kahlil Mack OLB, Bufflao

7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Mike Evans WR, Texas A&M

8. Minnesota Vikings Derek Carr QB, Fresno State

9. Buffalo Bills Jake Matthews OT, Texas A&M

10. Detroit Lions Justin Gilbert CB, Oklahoma St.

11. Tennessee Titans Anthony Barr OLB, UCLA

12. New York Giants Aaron Donald DT, Pittsburgh

13. St. Louis Rams Ha Ha Clinton-Dix S, Alabama

14. Chicago Bears Timmy Jernigan DT, Florida St.

15. Pittsburgh Steelers Darqueze Dennard CB, Michigan St.

16. Dallas Cowboys Taylor Lewan OT, Michigan

17. Baltimore Ravens Ra'shede Hageman DT, Minnesota

18. New York Jets Odell Beckham Jr. WR, LSU

19. Miami Dolphins Zack Martin OT, Notre Dame

20. Arizona Cardinals Kony Ealy DE, Missouri

21. Green Bay Packers Eric Ebron TE, North Carolina

22. Philadelphia Eagles Calvin Pryor S, Louisville

23. Kansas City Chiefs Marquise Lee WR, USC

24. Cincinnati Bengals Jason Verrett CB, TCU

25. San Diego Chargers Bradley Roby CB, Ohio St.

26. Cleveland Browns (From IND) Teddy Bridgewater QB, Louisville

27. New Orleans Saints Dee Ford DE, Auburn

28. Carolina Panthers Kyrus Kouandijio OT, Alabama

29. New England Patriots C.J. Mosely ILB, Alabama

30. San Francisco 49ers Brandin Cooks WR, Oregon

31. Denver Broncos Ryan Shazier OLB, Ohio St.

32. Seattle Seahawks Stephon Tuitt DE, Notre Dame

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Bracie Smathers said:

I keep stumbling on mocks. They darken the skys like locusts.

Hot off the presses, only a few hours old and I never even knew this site existed till only a few minutes ago.

Oh and not a bad effort either that is why I'm including it.

http://clesportssource.weebly.com/2014-nfl-mock-draft-20.html

Round 1 - This is CLE SPORTS SOURCE 2014 NFL MOCK DRAFT 2.0

Pick Team Player

1. Houston Texans Blake Bortles QB, UCF

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cstu said:

Bracie Smathers said:

I keep stumbling on mocks. They darken the skys like locusts.

Hot off the presses, only a few hours old and I never even knew this site existed till only a few minutes ago.

Oh and not a bad effort either that is why I'm including it.

http://clesportssource.weebly.com/2014-nfl-mock-draft-20.html

Round 1 - This is CLE SPORTS SOURCE 2014 NFL MOCK DRAFT 2.0

Pick Team Player

1. Houston Texans Blake Bortles QB, UCF

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I'm ignoring any mock that starts out this way.

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John McClain’s first 2014 mock draft

Posted on March 31, 2014 at 10:12 am by

John McClain in General, NFL, NFL draft

32. Seattle: Cyrus Kouandjio, OT, Alabama​

A new starter at right tackle to protect quarterback Russell Wilson.

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31. Denver: Xavier Su’a-Filo, G, UCLA​

A move to help protect Peyton Manning better than the Broncos did in the Super Bowl​

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30. San Francisco: Jason Verrett, CB, TCU​

He’s short but extremely fast and has tremendous coverage skills.​

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29. New England: Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville​

The best prospect at his position can play free or strong safety.​

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28. Carolina: Kelvin Benjamin, WR, Florida State​

A large target from the national champions fills a desperate need.​

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27. New Orleans: Dee Ford, DE, Auburn​

He’s undersized for end, but he’s a superb pass rusher off the edge.​

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26. Cleveland: Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State​

A young, talented quarterback who’ll be groomed behind Brian Hoyer.​

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25. San Diego: Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama​

Excellent size, good speed and a hard hitter with a lot of range.​

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24. Cincinnati: Ryan Shazier, OLB, Ohio State​

He’s undersized but is an incredible athlete who can run, hit and cover​

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23. Kansas City: Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU​

They’re desperate for more offensive firepower to help Alex Smith.​

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22. Philadelphia: Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State​

A terrific prospect who runs a 4.3 and will replace DeSean Jackson.​

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21. Green Bay: Louis Nix III, NT, Notre Dame​

A massive nose tackle who’ll eventually replace starter B.J. Raji.​

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20. Arizona: C.J. Mosley, OLB, Alabama​

A productive and instinctive player who can drop into coverage or rush​

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19. Miami: Zack Martin, OT, Notre Dame​

He can play either side for a line that’s in the rebuilding stage​

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18. NY Jets: Marqise Lee, WR, USC​

Eric Decker was a good free agent signing, but they need more help.​

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17. Baltimore: Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA​

They’ll jump all over one of the draft’s best defensive prospects.​

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16. Dallas: Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri​

A speed rusher off the edge can help replace DeMarcus Ware.​

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15. Pittsburgh: Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State​

It’s about time they place emphasis on a corner who can cover.​

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14. Chicago: Timmy Jernigan, DT, Florida State​

The Bears have been stockpiling defensive linemen in free agency.​

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13. St. Louis: Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M​

A giant prospect at receiver who’ll help Sam Bradford immensely​

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12. NY Giants: Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina​

The best prospect at his position seems like a natural fit for them.​

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11. Tennessee: Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo​

A big-time rush linebacker for Ray Horton’s new 3-4 defensive scheme.​

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10. Detroit: Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State​

A superb prospect who’ll start from Day One for new coach Jim Caldwell​

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9. Buffalo: Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan​

They need protection for last year’s top pick, quarterback EJ Manuel.​

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8. Minnesota: Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh​

Mike Zimmer looks at Donald and sees former Bengals tackle Geno Atkins​

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7. Tampa Bay: Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn​

He’s such a tremendous talent the Bucs can’t possibly pass him up.​

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6. St. Louis (trade/Atlanta): Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M​

They get a tremendous tackle to help protect quarterback Sam Bradford.​

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5. Oakland: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville​

Matt Schaub will keep the seat warm until the rookie is ready to play.​

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4. Cleveland: Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson​

They bypass a quarterback to select the best wide receiver in the draft.​

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3. Jacksonville: Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M​

Gus Bradley was a Seattle assistant during Russell Wilson’s rookie year​

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2. Atlanta (trade/St. Louis): Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina​

Falcons trade up so they can take the pass rusher with freakish talent.​

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1. Houston: Blake Bortles, QB, Central Florida​

He’s got the kind of prototypical size and athleticism that scouts love.​

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Bracie Smathers said:

cstu said:

Bracie Smathers said:

I keep stumbling on mocks. They darken the skys like locusts.

Hot off the presses, only a few hours old and I never even knew this site existed till only a few minutes ago.

Oh and not a bad effort either that is why I'm including it.

http://clesportssource.weebly.com/2014-nfl-mock-draft-20.html

Round 1 - This is CLE SPORTS SOURCE 2014 NFL MOCK DRAFT 2.0

Pick Team Player

1. Houston Texans Blake Bortles QB, UCF

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I'm ignoring any mock that starts out this way.

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You are in luck.

John McClaine put out his mock draft but instead of using descending order he uses a different style of ascending order from pick 32 down to pick number 1.

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Jim Thomas' Mock Draft: Matthews to Rams

Post-Dispatch football writer Jim Thomas looks at how the May 8-10 NFL Draft might shake out in the first round:

1. HOUSTON TEXANS

Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina

2. ST. LOUIS RAMS

Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

3. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS

Blake Bortles, QB, Central Florida

4. CLEVELAND BROWNS

Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson

5. OAKLAND RAIDERS

Khalil Mack, LB, Buffalo

6. ATLANTA FALCONS

Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn

7. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS

Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

8. MINNESOTA VIKINGS

Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

9. BUFFALO BILLS

Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

10. DETROIT LIONS

Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

11. TENNESSEE TITANS

Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA

12. NEW YORK GIANTS

Aaron Donald, DT, Pitt

13. ST. LOUIS RAMS

Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan St.


14. CHICAGO BEARS

Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville

15. PITTSBURGH STEELERS

Zack Martin, OT, Notre Dame

16. DALLAS COWBOYS

Kony Ealy, DE., Missouri

17. BALTIMORE RAVENS

Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama

18. NEW YORK JETS

Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina

19. MIAMI DOLPHINS

Louis Nix III, DT, Notre Dame

20. ARIZONA CARDINALS

Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

21. GREEN BAY PACKERS

Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU

22. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES

Dee Ford, DE, Auburn

23. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS

Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

24. CINCINNATI BENGALS

Kyle Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech

25. SAN DIEGO CHARGERS

Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

26. CLEVELAND BROWNS

Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State

27. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS

C.J. Mosley, LB, Alabama

28. CAROLINA PANTHERS

Marqise Lee, WR, Southern Cal

29. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

Ryan Shazier, LB, Ohio State

30. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS

Jason Verrett, CB, TCU

31. DENVER BRONCOS

Xavier Su’a-Filo, OG, UCLA

32. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS

Ra’Shede Hageman, DT, Minnesota

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2014 NFL mock draft: The cost and risk of trading the No. 1 pick

By Dan Kadar@MockingTheDraft on Apr 7 2014, 8:00a

If the Atlanta Falcons want South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, general manager Thomas Dimitroff may have to trade with the Houston Texans for the top choice.

FIRST ROUND

TRADE: 1. Atlanta Falcons (from Houston): Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina

Atlanta gives up this year's first- and second-round choices and a 2015 first-round pick to Houston in exchange for the No. 1 pick.

2. St. Louis Rams: Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn

3. Jacksonville Jaguars: Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo

4. Cleveland Browns: Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson

5. Oakland Raiders: Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

TRADE: 6. Houston Texans (from Atlanta): Blake Bortles, QB, Central Florida

7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M

8. Minnesota Vikings: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

9. Buffalo Bills: Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

10. Detroit Lions: Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

11. Tennessee Titans: Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA

12. New York Giants: Eric Ebron, TE, North Carolina

13. St. Louis Rams: Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, S, Alabama

14. Chicago Bears: Aaron Donald, DT, Pittsburgh

15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Darqueze Dennard, CB, Michigan State

16. Dallas Cowboys: Kony Ealy, DE, Missouri

17. Baltimore Ravens: Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

18. New York Jets: Odell Beckham Jr., WR, LSU

19. Miami Dolphins: Xavier Su'a-Filo, G, UCLA

20. Arizona Cardinals: Calvin Pryor, S, Louisville

TRADE: 21. Kansas City Chiefs (from Green Bay): Brandin Cooks, WR, Oregon State

Kansas City gives up this year's first- and fifth-round picks to Green Bay in exchange for the No. 21 pick.

Trading up could be problematic for the Chiefs this year since they don't have a second-round pick. But if Cooks is the receiver they want, they might have to hop ahead of Philadelphia to get him. That's the sole reasoning behind this choice. Besides, trading up just two spots wouldn't cost much.

22. Philadelphia Eagles: Marqise Lee, WR, Southern California

TRADE: 23. Green Bay Packers (from Kansas City): C.J. Mosley, MLB, Alabama

24. Cincinnati Bengals: Dee Ford, DE, Auburn

25. San Diego Chargers: Kyle Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech

26. Cleveland Browns: Derek Carr, QB, Fresno State

27. New Orleans Saints: Zack Martin, OT/G, Notre Dame

28. Carolina Panthers: Kelvin Benjamin, WR, Florida State

29. New England Patriots: Louis Nix, DT, Notre Dame

30. San Francisco 49ers: Jason Verrett, CB, TCU

31. Denver Broncos: Ryan Shazier, LB, Ohio State

32. Seattle Seahawks: Morgan Moses, OT, Virginia

　

SECOND ROUND

33. Houston Texans: Demarcus Lawrence, DE/OLB, Boise State

34. Washington Redskins: Ra'Shede Hageman, DT, Minnesota

35. Cleveland Browns: Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

36. Oakland Raiders: Cyrus Kouandjio, OT, Alabama

TRADE 37. Houston Texans (from Atlanta): Antonio Richardson, OT, Tennessee

38. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Gabe Jackson, G, Mississippi State

39. Jacksonville Jaguars: Davante Adams, WR, Fresno State

40. Minnesota Vikings: Lamarcus Joyner, CB/S, Florida State

41. Buffalo Bills: Jace Amaro, TE, Texas Tech

42. Tennessee Titans: Stephon Tuitt, DE, Notre Dame

43. New York Giants: Tim Jernigan, DT, Florida State

44. St. Louis Rams: Jordan Matthews, WR, Vanderbilt

45. Detroit Lions: Jimmie Ward, S, Northern Illinois

46. Pittsburgh Steelers: Donte Moncrief, WR, Ole Miss

47. Dallas Cowboys: DaQuan Jones, DT, Penn State

48. Baltimore Ravens: Austin Seferian-Jenkins, TE, Washington

49. New York Jets: Kyle Van Noy, OLB, BYU

50. Miami Dolphins: Deone Bucannon, S, Washington State

51. Chicago Bears: Andre Hal, CB, Vanderbilt

52. Arizona Cardinals: Ja'Wuan James, OT, Tennessee

53. Green Bay Packers: Troy Niklas, TE, Notre Dame

54. Philadelphia Eagles: Antone Exum, CB, Virginia Tech

55. Cincinnati Bengals: Bashaud Breeland, CB, Clemson

56. San Francisco 49ers: Allen Robinson, WR, Penn State

57. San Diego Chargers: Scott Crichton, DE/OLB, Oregon State

58. New Orleans Saints: Pierre Desir, CB, Lindenwood

59. Indianapolis Colts: Brandon Thomas, G/OT, Clemson

60. Carolina Panthers: Jack Mewhort, OT, Ohio State

61. San Francisco 49ers: Joel Bitonio, OT/G, Nevada

62. New England Patriots: Carlos Hyde, RB, Ohio State

63. Denver Broncos: David Yankey, G, Stanford

64. Seattle Seahawks: Brandon Coleman, WR, Rutgers

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Donnybrook said:

I like this 3 round draft by Darren Page: http://www.detroitlionsdraft.com/2014/04/mock-draft-darren-pages-3-rounder/

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