1st Round
1. Indianapolis Colts (2-14) – Andrew Luck, QB – Stanford
This pick could end up being traded if the Colts decide to keep Peyton Manning and take on his $28 million dollar signing bonus due on March 8th as I don’t see Luck willing to sit behind Manning for 3 or 4 years. However, the recent media clash between Manning and Colts owner Jim Irsay as well everything the Colts’ have done suggest Luck and not Manning will be under center next season.
Projected Trade: Washington Redskins trade the 1.06 pick, 2.07 pick, and their 2013 1st round pick to the St. Louis Rams for the 1.02 and 4.10 picks.
It’s hard to project trades but the new CBA makes trading up in the draft a much more attractive proposition then it has been in the past. Just think about the difference between what Sam Bradford and Cam Newton got paid. It’s staggering. Unless, the Rams fall in love with a prospect such as Mat Kahil I think they’ll look to deal this pick.
2. Washington Redskins (from St. Louis Rams (2-14))** – Robert Griffin III, QB – Baylor
The Browns have more draft assets but Dan Synder has never shied away from big moves. He also have a head coach in Mike Shanahan who seems to prefer QBs that are best when they’re on the run - John Elway, Jake Plummer, Jay Cutler, and a failed attempt with Donovan McNabb.
3. Minnesota Vikings (3-13) – Matt Kahil, OT – USC
The Vikings thought they had a special tackle when they took Bryant McKinnie with the 7th overall pick back in 2002. However, McKinnie came into camp this year fat and out of shape. He was subsequently released. If Kahil lives up the hype he could really help improve the pass protection of a line that gave up 49 sacks in 2011.
4. Cleveland Browns (4-12) – Trent Richardson, RB - Alabama
The Browns’ defense managed to give up the fifth fewest total points in the league despite playing with an anemic offense that scored the third fewest points in the league. Trent Richardson, who is currently being billed as the best RB prospect since Adrian Peterson, seems like a possibly here. However, running backs often slide in drafts so Richardson could go somewhat later then this.
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-12) – Morris Claiborne, CB - LSU
Trent Richardson, if he is available, is a possibility here as well. However, the Buccaneers gave up a league high 494 points this season. Claiborne could help slow down the Saints, Falcons, and Panthers passing games.
6. St. Louis Rams (from Washington Redskins (5-11) ) **– Riley Reiff, OT - Iowa
Left tackle Roger Safford gave up just 3.5 sacks as a rookie in 2010 but in 2011 he gave up 10.5 sacks in nine games when the Rams moved to a less tackle friendly system. The Rams offensive line as a whole gave up a league high 55 sacks this season. New Rams head coach Jeff Fisher never really had a receiver that was a focal part of his offense while he was with the Titans/Oilers. He did select two receivers in the first round during his 15 years with the Titans/Oilers though.
7. Jacksonville Jaguars (5-11) – Justin Blackmon, WR – Oklahoma State
Jacksonville featured the league’s worst passing attack this season managing just 2,179 total passing yards. Blackmon has a good chance of being available here because it usually takes a receiver bigger and taller than Blackmon to go in the top five. In fact, the last receiver 6’2” or shorter that was taken in the top 6 was the 5’11” Peter Warrick back in 2000.
8. Miami Dolphins (6-10) * - Melvin Ingram, DE/DT – South Carolina
The Dolphins could be in a tough spot here if they are unable to trade up for RG3. The top rated prospects projected here don’t exactly match their needs. This is a bit earlier then Ingram is expected to go but new head coach Joe Philbin previously discussed the possibility to switch the Dolphins to a 4-3 defense next season. He has since backtracked on that but it could still be a possibility. According to Mike Mayock, Ingram has the versatility to play 3-4 OLB, 4-3 DE, or 4-3 DT and has him rated as his 2nd highest DE prospect. The athleticism needed to have that sort of versatility could cause Ingram’s stock to rise as we get closer to draft day.
9. Carolina Panthers (6-10) * - Devon Still, DT – Penn State
The Panthers could draft Still, who’s draft stock has really been on the rise with a strong senior season, in hopes of improve a defense that gave up the 6th most points in the league, the 8th most total rushing yards, and 4.6 ypc.
10. Buffalo Bills (6-10) – Michael Brockers, DE/DT
The Bills’ defense tied for the third fewest sacks in the league while also giving up the fifth most rushing yards and ypc. Brockers might be able to help a defense in dire need of overhaul against both the run and pass. While Brockers only registered two sacks in 2011 he supposedly has the natural skills to develop into a solid pass rusher.
11. Kansas City Chiefs (7-9) * - David DeCastro, G – Stanford
This might be a little early for DeCastro, but DeCastro is considered the best guard to come through the draft in years. Chiefs GM Scott Pioli didn’t hesitate in taking Tyson Jackson, Eric Berry, and Jerod Mayo all higher than expected and could do the same with DeCastro if he thinks he has the potential to become one of the league’s best guards.
12. Seattle Seahawks (7-9) * - Michael Floyd, WR – Notre Dame
The Seahawks managed just 15 passing touchdowns this season and finished 22nd in total passing yards. Sidney Rice may be talented but he has played in just 15 games the last two seasons.
13. Arizona Cardinals (8-8) – Jonathan Martin, OT – Stanford
The Cardinals surrendered 54 sacks this season. Only the St. Louis Rams gave up more sacks. Providing Kobb with better pass protection might help him rebound from a very disappointing 2011 season.
14. Dallas Cowboys (8-8) – Dre Kirkpatrick, CB – Alabama
Prince Amukamara was considered a top 10 prospect in 2011 by many but still fell to the Giants with the 19th pick. Kirkpatrick could be in for a similar fall especially given his recent positive test for marijuana. The Cowboys desperately need to upgrade at CB so they could take a chance on Kirkpatrick just as they did with Dez Bryant’s character issues two years ago.
15. Philadelphia Eagles (8-8) – Jerel Worthy, DT, Michigan State
The Eagles had a shaky linebacker unit this season but the Eagles have never selected a LB in the first round while Andy Reid has been coach and they haven’t selected one in the first two rounds since 2001. The Eagles are no stranger to selecting defensive linemen having selected one with five out of their ten first round picks under Reid.
16. N.Y. Jets (8-8) – Mark Barron, S - Alabama
The Jets’ safeties were by no means awful, but they weren’t that good either. Adding a top safety prospect such as Barron to their secondary could help make their secondary potent.
17. Cincinnati Bengals (from Raiders (8-8)) – Kendall Wright, WR – Baylor
If the Bengals are unable or choose not to draft a prospect such as Richardson or DeCastro to improve a run game that managed 3.9 yards per carry this season then they may select a player such as Wright to help pull coverage away from their primary playmaker A.J. Green.
18. San Diego Chargers (8-8) – Luke Kuechily, ILB – Boston College
2011 Starting ILB Takeo Spikes is 35 years old while the other starter Donald Butler was apparently out of position a lot according to the USA Today team reports.
19. Chicago Bears (8-8) – Coby Fleener, TE - Stanford
Former Bears OC Mike Martz has no need for a TE in the offense he ran so the Bears traded away Greg Olsen for a 3rd round draft pick. It’s been speculated the Bears could be interested in bidding for Jermichael Finley’s services this offseason. If they fail to get him or another elite TE, they could potentially draft Fleener who has been compared to Rob Gronkowski.
20. Tennessee Titans (9-7) – Quinton Coples, DE/DT – North Carolina
The Titans finished 31st in sacks and gave up 4.5 ypc this season so a DE or DT would make sense here. This is much lower than Coples is currently projected to go. However, somebody always has a free fall and Coples seems like a good candidate since his production fell in 2011 and scouts are apparently concerned that Coples played not to get hurt.
21. Cincinnati Bengals (9-7) – Janoris Jenkins, CB – North Alabama
If it were not for his off the field issues, Jenkins would likely be a more sought after prospect. The Bengals, however, need a corner and have never shied away from drafting players with red flags. It’s a match made in heaven.
22. Detroit Lions (10-6) – Alfonzo Dennard, CB – Nebraska
The Lions’ secondary was shredded by both the Packers and the Saints the last two games of the season and may look to upgrade the unit this offseason.
23. Cleveland Browns (from Falcons (10-6) ) – Ryan Tannehill, QB – Texas A&M
Tannehill may have a ways to go in his development, but is currently be touted as a first round talent and the third best quarterback in the draft. If the Browns have reservations about Colt McCoy and are unable to trade up for RG3 they could select Tannehill with their second first round pick.
24. Pittsburgh Steelers (12-4) – Don’ta Hightower, ILB – Alabama
James Farrior is no spring chicken so the Steelers make consider drafting an inside linebacker to replace him in the near future.
25. Denver Broncos (8-8) - Lamar Miller, RB – Miami (Fla.)
Willis McGahee is 30 years old while Knowshon Moreno seemingly fell out of favor with head coach John Fox and then tore his ACL in relief for McGahee. John Fox put a heavy emphasis on the run during his time and may look to upgrade the position at Denver by drafting a first round talent like Miller.
26. Houston Texans (10-6) – Alshon Jeffery, WR – South Carolina
Neither Kevin Walter nor Jacoby Jones has ever blossomed into an upper end #2 WR despite being #2 and #3 on the depth chart for years. Jeffery had a very disappointing 2011 season but dominated in the 2010 season and could have the talent and size to be a force in the NFL someday.
27. New England Patriots (from Saints (13-3)) – Courtney Upshaw, OLB/DE - Alabama
Both of the New England’s OLBs, Andre Carter and Rob Ninkovich, had solid seasons this year. However, neither one was a true force so it a position the Patriots could potentially target in this year’s draft. There is a good chance Upshaw has the versatility to play OLB in 3-4 and DE in a 4-3. That’s good for a team like the Patriots that prefers to run multiple fronts.
28. Green Bay Packers (15-1) – Whitney Mericlus, OLB/DE –Illinois
Teams were able to double team Clay Mathews this season due to not having a threat starting at the outside linebacker position opposite of him. Mericlus, who led the NCAA with 16 sacks this season, could potentially be that threat.
29. Baltimore Ravens (12-4) – Peter Konz, C – Wisconsin
Matt Birk is contemplating retirement so the Ravens make draft to be their new center if he retires or center in waiting if Birk plays another season.
30. San Francisco 49ers (13-3) – Fletcher Cox, DE/DT – Mississippi State
The 49ers are a team that had few weaknesses this season besides WR and possibly QB. It may difficult for San Francisco to find a difference maker at either of those positions with this pick so they could draft the eventual replacement for Justin Smith who turns 33 next September.
31. N.Y. Giants (9-7) – Dwayne Allen, TE – Clemson
The Giants are a team with seemingly few weaknesses but Allen could potentially provide the Giants with both a receiving and blocking presence at TE. Allen would most likely be an upgrade from Jake Ballard.
32. New England Patriots (13-3) – Harrison Smith, S – Notre Dame
New England’s safeties struggled this season. Smith, whose draft stock is quickly rising, could find himself in a Patriots uniform next season. According to Mike Mayock, some teams are now giving him a first round grade.
2nd Round
1. St. Louis Rams – Mohamed Sanu, WR - Rutgers
Even if the Rams are able to resign Brandon Lloyd they still need to provide Bradford with more talent at WR.
2. Indianapolis Colts – Dontari Poe, NT/DT – Memphis
New head coach Chuck Pagano is already talking about standing up the Colts pass rushers on some downs next season. Poe could be the NT Pagano needs to eventually convert the Colts to a 3-4 defense full time.
3. Minnesota Vikings – Brandon Thompson, DT – Clemson
The Vikings once had one of the league’s most intimating interior defensive lines but it isn’t even close to being what it once was now.
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Zach Brown, OLB – North Carolina
The Buccaneers need a LOT of help on defense at just about every position other then maybe DE.
5. Cleveland Browns – Cordy Glenn, G – Alabama
Joe Thomas and Alex Mack are both quality offensive linemen but the rest of their line is considered subpar by many.
6. Jacksonville Jaguars – Nick Perry, DE/OLB - USC
Jeremy Mincey had an impressive season but the Jaguars c could benefit from starting a better DE opposite of him.
7. St. Louis Rams (from Washington Redskins)** - David Wilson, RB – Virginia Tech
Steven Jackson has a lot of wear and tear on him. Wilson is a very fast RB and may remind Fisher a little bit of what he had with Chris Johnson in Tennessee.
8. Carolina Panthers * - Stephon Gilmore, CB – South Carolina
Gamble performed well for the Panthers this season but both Darius Butler and Captain Munnerlyn struggled mightily as the Panthers #2 CB.
9. Buffalo Bills – Andre Branch, OLB/DE – Clemson
The Bills’ ILB duo of Nick Barnett and Kelvin Sheppard formed a solid duo but the Bills’ OLBs likely need to be upgraded.
10. Miami Dolphins * - Mike Adams, OT – Ohio State
Dolphins RT Marc Colombo was awful in 2011 according to experts. It seems unlikely that he won’t be replaced either through the draft or free agency.
11. Seattle Seahawks – Nick Foles, QB –Arizona
12. Kansas City Chiefs – Zebrie Sanders, OT – Florida State
13. Dallas Cowboys – Jared Crick, DE - Nebraska
14. Philadelphia Eagles – Bobby Wagner, OLB – Utah State
15. New York Jets – Rueben Randle, WR - LSU
16. New England Patriots (From Oakland Raiders) – Chase Minnifield, CB - Virginia
17. San Diego Chargers – Antonio Allen, SS – South Carolina
18. Chicago Bears – Brian Quick, WR – Appalachian State
19. Philadelphia Eagles (from Arizona Cardinals) – Dwight Jones, WR – North Carolina
20. Tennessee Titans – Josh Chapman, DT - Alabama
21. Cincinnati Bengals – Doug Martin, RB – Boise State
22. Detroit Lions – Kevin Zeitler, G - Wisconsin
23. Atlanta Falcons – Orson Charles, TE – Georgia
24. Pittsburgh Steelers – Kelechi Osemele, G – Iowa State
25. Denver Broncos – Leonard Johnson, CB – Iowa State
26. Houston Texans – Markelle Martin, FS – Oklahoma State
27. New Orleans Saints – Lavonte David, OLB - Nebraska
28. Green Bay Packers – LaMichael James, RB –Oregon
29. Baltimore Ravens – Vontaze Burfict, ILB – Arizona State
30. San Francisco 49ers – Nick Toon, WR - Wisconsin
31. New York Giants –Ronnell Lewis, OLB - Oklahoma
32. New England Patriots – Marcus Forston, DE/DT – Miami (Fla.)
1. Indianapolis Colts (2-14) – Andrew Luck, QB – Stanford
This pick could end up being traded if the Colts decide to keep Peyton Manning and take on his $28 million dollar signing bonus due on March 8th as I don’t see Luck willing to sit behind Manning for 3 or 4 years. However, the recent media clash between Manning and Colts owner Jim Irsay as well everything the Colts’ have done suggest Luck and not Manning will be under center next season.
Projected Trade: Washington Redskins trade the 1.06 pick, 2.07 pick, and their 2013 1st round pick to the St. Louis Rams for the 1.02 and 4.10 picks.
It’s hard to project trades but the new CBA makes trading up in the draft a much more attractive proposition then it has been in the past. Just think about the difference between what Sam Bradford and Cam Newton got paid. It’s staggering. Unless, the Rams fall in love with a prospect such as Mat Kahil I think they’ll look to deal this pick.
2. Washington Redskins (from St. Louis Rams (2-14))** – Robert Griffin III, QB – Baylor
The Browns have more draft assets but Dan Synder has never shied away from big moves. He also have a head coach in Mike Shanahan who seems to prefer QBs that are best when they’re on the run - John Elway, Jake Plummer, Jay Cutler, and a failed attempt with Donovan McNabb.
3. Minnesota Vikings (3-13) – Matt Kahil, OT – USC
The Vikings thought they had a special tackle when they took Bryant McKinnie with the 7th overall pick back in 2002. However, McKinnie came into camp this year fat and out of shape. He was subsequently released. If Kahil lives up the hype he could really help improve the pass protection of a line that gave up 49 sacks in 2011.
4. Cleveland Browns (4-12) – Trent Richardson, RB - Alabama
The Browns’ defense managed to give up the fifth fewest total points in the league despite playing with an anemic offense that scored the third fewest points in the league. Trent Richardson, who is currently being billed as the best RB prospect since Adrian Peterson, seems like a possibly here. However, running backs often slide in drafts so Richardson could go somewhat later then this.
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-12) – Morris Claiborne, CB - LSU
Trent Richardson, if he is available, is a possibility here as well. However, the Buccaneers gave up a league high 494 points this season. Claiborne could help slow down the Saints, Falcons, and Panthers passing games.
6. St. Louis Rams (from Washington Redskins (5-11) ) **– Riley Reiff, OT - Iowa
Left tackle Roger Safford gave up just 3.5 sacks as a rookie in 2010 but in 2011 he gave up 10.5 sacks in nine games when the Rams moved to a less tackle friendly system. The Rams offensive line as a whole gave up a league high 55 sacks this season. New Rams head coach Jeff Fisher never really had a receiver that was a focal part of his offense while he was with the Titans/Oilers. He did select two receivers in the first round during his 15 years with the Titans/Oilers though.
7. Jacksonville Jaguars (5-11) – Justin Blackmon, WR – Oklahoma State
Jacksonville featured the league’s worst passing attack this season managing just 2,179 total passing yards. Blackmon has a good chance of being available here because it usually takes a receiver bigger and taller than Blackmon to go in the top five. In fact, the last receiver 6’2” or shorter that was taken in the top 6 was the 5’11” Peter Warrick back in 2000.
8. Miami Dolphins (6-10) * - Melvin Ingram, DE/DT – South Carolina
The Dolphins could be in a tough spot here if they are unable to trade up for RG3. The top rated prospects projected here don’t exactly match their needs. This is a bit earlier then Ingram is expected to go but new head coach Joe Philbin previously discussed the possibility to switch the Dolphins to a 4-3 defense next season. He has since backtracked on that but it could still be a possibility. According to Mike Mayock, Ingram has the versatility to play 3-4 OLB, 4-3 DE, or 4-3 DT and has him rated as his 2nd highest DE prospect. The athleticism needed to have that sort of versatility could cause Ingram’s stock to rise as we get closer to draft day.
9. Carolina Panthers (6-10) * - Devon Still, DT – Penn State
The Panthers could draft Still, who’s draft stock has really been on the rise with a strong senior season, in hopes of improve a defense that gave up the 6th most points in the league, the 8th most total rushing yards, and 4.6 ypc.
10. Buffalo Bills (6-10) – Michael Brockers, DE/DT
The Bills’ defense tied for the third fewest sacks in the league while also giving up the fifth most rushing yards and ypc. Brockers might be able to help a defense in dire need of overhaul against both the run and pass. While Brockers only registered two sacks in 2011 he supposedly has the natural skills to develop into a solid pass rusher.
11. Kansas City Chiefs (7-9) * - David DeCastro, G – Stanford
This might be a little early for DeCastro, but DeCastro is considered the best guard to come through the draft in years. Chiefs GM Scott Pioli didn’t hesitate in taking Tyson Jackson, Eric Berry, and Jerod Mayo all higher than expected and could do the same with DeCastro if he thinks he has the potential to become one of the league’s best guards.
12. Seattle Seahawks (7-9) * - Michael Floyd, WR – Notre Dame
The Seahawks managed just 15 passing touchdowns this season and finished 22nd in total passing yards. Sidney Rice may be talented but he has played in just 15 games the last two seasons.
13. Arizona Cardinals (8-8) – Jonathan Martin, OT – Stanford
The Cardinals surrendered 54 sacks this season. Only the St. Louis Rams gave up more sacks. Providing Kobb with better pass protection might help him rebound from a very disappointing 2011 season.
14. Dallas Cowboys (8-8) – Dre Kirkpatrick, CB – Alabama
Prince Amukamara was considered a top 10 prospect in 2011 by many but still fell to the Giants with the 19th pick. Kirkpatrick could be in for a similar fall especially given his recent positive test for marijuana. The Cowboys desperately need to upgrade at CB so they could take a chance on Kirkpatrick just as they did with Dez Bryant’s character issues two years ago.
15. Philadelphia Eagles (8-8) – Jerel Worthy, DT, Michigan State
The Eagles had a shaky linebacker unit this season but the Eagles have never selected a LB in the first round while Andy Reid has been coach and they haven’t selected one in the first two rounds since 2001. The Eagles are no stranger to selecting defensive linemen having selected one with five out of their ten first round picks under Reid.
16. N.Y. Jets (8-8) – Mark Barron, S - Alabama
The Jets’ safeties were by no means awful, but they weren’t that good either. Adding a top safety prospect such as Barron to their secondary could help make their secondary potent.
17. Cincinnati Bengals (from Raiders (8-8)) – Kendall Wright, WR – Baylor
If the Bengals are unable or choose not to draft a prospect such as Richardson or DeCastro to improve a run game that managed 3.9 yards per carry this season then they may select a player such as Wright to help pull coverage away from their primary playmaker A.J. Green.
18. San Diego Chargers (8-8) – Luke Kuechily, ILB – Boston College
2011 Starting ILB Takeo Spikes is 35 years old while the other starter Donald Butler was apparently out of position a lot according to the USA Today team reports.
19. Chicago Bears (8-8) – Coby Fleener, TE - Stanford
Former Bears OC Mike Martz has no need for a TE in the offense he ran so the Bears traded away Greg Olsen for a 3rd round draft pick. It’s been speculated the Bears could be interested in bidding for Jermichael Finley’s services this offseason. If they fail to get him or another elite TE, they could potentially draft Fleener who has been compared to Rob Gronkowski.
20. Tennessee Titans (9-7) – Quinton Coples, DE/DT – North Carolina
The Titans finished 31st in sacks and gave up 4.5 ypc this season so a DE or DT would make sense here. This is much lower than Coples is currently projected to go. However, somebody always has a free fall and Coples seems like a good candidate since his production fell in 2011 and scouts are apparently concerned that Coples played not to get hurt.
21. Cincinnati Bengals (9-7) – Janoris Jenkins, CB – North Alabama
If it were not for his off the field issues, Jenkins would likely be a more sought after prospect. The Bengals, however, need a corner and have never shied away from drafting players with red flags. It’s a match made in heaven.
22. Detroit Lions (10-6) – Alfonzo Dennard, CB – Nebraska
The Lions’ secondary was shredded by both the Packers and the Saints the last two games of the season and may look to upgrade the unit this offseason.
23. Cleveland Browns (from Falcons (10-6) ) – Ryan Tannehill, QB – Texas A&M
Tannehill may have a ways to go in his development, but is currently be touted as a first round talent and the third best quarterback in the draft. If the Browns have reservations about Colt McCoy and are unable to trade up for RG3 they could select Tannehill with their second first round pick.
24. Pittsburgh Steelers (12-4) – Don’ta Hightower, ILB – Alabama
James Farrior is no spring chicken so the Steelers make consider drafting an inside linebacker to replace him in the near future.
25. Denver Broncos (8-8) - Lamar Miller, RB – Miami (Fla.)
Willis McGahee is 30 years old while Knowshon Moreno seemingly fell out of favor with head coach John Fox and then tore his ACL in relief for McGahee. John Fox put a heavy emphasis on the run during his time and may look to upgrade the position at Denver by drafting a first round talent like Miller.
26. Houston Texans (10-6) – Alshon Jeffery, WR – South Carolina
Neither Kevin Walter nor Jacoby Jones has ever blossomed into an upper end #2 WR despite being #2 and #3 on the depth chart for years. Jeffery had a very disappointing 2011 season but dominated in the 2010 season and could have the talent and size to be a force in the NFL someday.
27. New England Patriots (from Saints (13-3)) – Courtney Upshaw, OLB/DE - Alabama
Both of the New England’s OLBs, Andre Carter and Rob Ninkovich, had solid seasons this year. However, neither one was a true force so it a position the Patriots could potentially target in this year’s draft. There is a good chance Upshaw has the versatility to play OLB in 3-4 and DE in a 4-3. That’s good for a team like the Patriots that prefers to run multiple fronts.
28. Green Bay Packers (15-1) – Whitney Mericlus, OLB/DE –Illinois
Teams were able to double team Clay Mathews this season due to not having a threat starting at the outside linebacker position opposite of him. Mericlus, who led the NCAA with 16 sacks this season, could potentially be that threat.
29. Baltimore Ravens (12-4) – Peter Konz, C – Wisconsin
Matt Birk is contemplating retirement so the Ravens make draft to be their new center if he retires or center in waiting if Birk plays another season.
30. San Francisco 49ers (13-3) – Fletcher Cox, DE/DT – Mississippi State
The 49ers are a team that had few weaknesses this season besides WR and possibly QB. It may difficult for San Francisco to find a difference maker at either of those positions with this pick so they could draft the eventual replacement for Justin Smith who turns 33 next September.
31. N.Y. Giants (9-7) – Dwayne Allen, TE – Clemson
The Giants are a team with seemingly few weaknesses but Allen could potentially provide the Giants with both a receiving and blocking presence at TE. Allen would most likely be an upgrade from Jake Ballard.
32. New England Patriots (13-3) – Harrison Smith, S – Notre Dame
New England’s safeties struggled this season. Smith, whose draft stock is quickly rising, could find himself in a Patriots uniform next season. According to Mike Mayock, some teams are now giving him a first round grade.
2nd Round
1. St. Louis Rams – Mohamed Sanu, WR - Rutgers
Even if the Rams are able to resign Brandon Lloyd they still need to provide Bradford with more talent at WR.
2. Indianapolis Colts – Dontari Poe, NT/DT – Memphis
New head coach Chuck Pagano is already talking about standing up the Colts pass rushers on some downs next season. Poe could be the NT Pagano needs to eventually convert the Colts to a 3-4 defense full time.
3. Minnesota Vikings – Brandon Thompson, DT – Clemson
The Vikings once had one of the league’s most intimating interior defensive lines but it isn’t even close to being what it once was now.
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Zach Brown, OLB – North Carolina
The Buccaneers need a LOT of help on defense at just about every position other then maybe DE.
5. Cleveland Browns – Cordy Glenn, G – Alabama
Joe Thomas and Alex Mack are both quality offensive linemen but the rest of their line is considered subpar by many.
6. Jacksonville Jaguars – Nick Perry, DE/OLB - USC
Jeremy Mincey had an impressive season but the Jaguars c could benefit from starting a better DE opposite of him.
7. St. Louis Rams (from Washington Redskins)** - David Wilson, RB – Virginia Tech
Steven Jackson has a lot of wear and tear on him. Wilson is a very fast RB and may remind Fisher a little bit of what he had with Chris Johnson in Tennessee.
8. Carolina Panthers * - Stephon Gilmore, CB – South Carolina
Gamble performed well for the Panthers this season but both Darius Butler and Captain Munnerlyn struggled mightily as the Panthers #2 CB.
9. Buffalo Bills – Andre Branch, OLB/DE – Clemson
The Bills’ ILB duo of Nick Barnett and Kelvin Sheppard formed a solid duo but the Bills’ OLBs likely need to be upgraded.
10. Miami Dolphins * - Mike Adams, OT – Ohio State
Dolphins RT Marc Colombo was awful in 2011 according to experts. It seems unlikely that he won’t be replaced either through the draft or free agency.
11. Seattle Seahawks – Nick Foles, QB –Arizona
12. Kansas City Chiefs – Zebrie Sanders, OT – Florida State
13. Dallas Cowboys – Jared Crick, DE - Nebraska
14. Philadelphia Eagles – Bobby Wagner, OLB – Utah State
15. New York Jets – Rueben Randle, WR - LSU
16. New England Patriots (From Oakland Raiders) – Chase Minnifield, CB - Virginia
17. San Diego Chargers – Antonio Allen, SS – South Carolina
18. Chicago Bears – Brian Quick, WR – Appalachian State
19. Philadelphia Eagles (from Arizona Cardinals) – Dwight Jones, WR – North Carolina
20. Tennessee Titans – Josh Chapman, DT - Alabama
21. Cincinnati Bengals – Doug Martin, RB – Boise State
22. Detroit Lions – Kevin Zeitler, G - Wisconsin
23. Atlanta Falcons – Orson Charles, TE – Georgia
24. Pittsburgh Steelers – Kelechi Osemele, G – Iowa State
25. Denver Broncos – Leonard Johnson, CB – Iowa State
26. Houston Texans – Markelle Martin, FS – Oklahoma State
27. New Orleans Saints – Lavonte David, OLB - Nebraska
28. Green Bay Packers – LaMichael James, RB –Oregon
29. Baltimore Ravens – Vontaze Burfict, ILB – Arizona State
30. San Francisco 49ers – Nick Toon, WR - Wisconsin
31. New York Giants –Ronnell Lewis, OLB - Oklahoma
32. New England Patriots – Marcus Forston, DE/DT – Miami (Fla.)
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