Didn't feel like starting a new thread, so I tacked my mock onto Andy's.
1. Carolina: Patrick Peterson, DB (LSU)
New defensive minded coach doesn’t want to miss on his 1st pick , so he goes the safe route with Peterson. He’ll address the anemic offense with a QB, TE & WR with the next 3 picks.
2. Denver: Marcell Dareus, DT (Alabama)
Denver has enough on offense to patch together another season on offense, but the putrid defense needs an immediate upgrade. Dareus is just what the doctor ordered for Denver. A run stuffer who can get after the QB when needed. A definite John Fox type of guy.
3. Buffalo: Nick Fairley, DT (Auburn)
The Bills were the league’s worst team against the run and also had the least amount of sacks. No hard decision here, even with Fairley’s supposed work ethic concerns.
4. Cincinnati: Cam Newton, QB (Auburn)
The muttering you hear is Bengals fans everywhere reliving ground hog day as their Bungles select David Klingler… errr …Akili Smith….oops I meant Cam Newton @ #4.
5. Arizona: Von Miller, OLB (TxA&M)
In his continued quest to become Pittsburgh Southwest, Whiz takes the OLB in the mold of Porter & Harrison.
6. Cleveland: Da’Quan Bowers, DE (Clemson)
Bowers falls in the lap of a team that needs to beef up its run defense & pass rush. A day one starter who can help them compete in the tough AFCN.
7. San Francisco: Prince Amukamara, DB (Nebraska)
QB will be tempting, but Harbaugh makes the smart decision and takes the BPA, which happens to also fill a need. Amukamara is the perfect blend of talent, work ethic & will not have any off the field issues.
8. Tennessee: Blaine Gabbert, QB (Missouri)
The Titans almost have to go QB here (which means they probably won’t), so they go with Gabbert to fill the vacancy. Plus, last yr’s 1st pick Derrick Morgan will return from IR so they will have addressed their DL needs.
9. Dallas: Anthony Castonzo, OT (Boston College)
The Cowboys need to keep Romo upright, so they pick the OT with 4 yrs of college experience & who can play both sides. Could have gone with a CB, but the new D coordinator’s pressure scheme should cover their current corner’s weaknesses a little longer.
10. Washington: Jimmy Smith, DB (Colorado)
The Redskins send Jerry a bouquet for leaving Smith on the board. They need serious help against the pass and Smith should be an instant upgrade.
11. Houston: AJ Green, WR (Georgia)
Shocking to say the least, but Kubiak can’t pass up the best WR in the draft to pair opposite of AJ (plus AJ seems to get dinged a lot). He’ll have to go nothing but defense the rest of the way to make up for passing on Robert Quinn.
12. Minnesota: Adrian Clayborn, DE (Iowa)
As much as the Vikings need a QB, they feel they can get better value in the 2nd round. They take Clayborn over Robert Quinn because of character concerns & also because he can be overwhelmed at the point of attack.
13. Detroit: Brandon Harris, CB (Miami, FL)
A little early, but a huge need & great fit for Detroit’s defense. Strong man cover skills allow Shwartz to blitz more often.
14. St. Louis: Julio Jones, WR (Oklahoma)
They have other needs, but a weapon like Jones is to good to pass up at this point.
15. Miami: Mark Ingram, RB (Alabama)
Falling in lock step with every other mock draft out there, I have Ingram going to the Phins to replace the Ronnie/Ricky show.
16. Jacksonville: Robert Quinn, DE (North Carolina)
The freefall ends for Quinn due the Jaguars need for some decent pass rush. They need to put better pressure on opposing QBs in the pass happy AFCS.
17. New England: Cameron Jordan, DE (California)
The rich get richer by landing the best prototypical 3-4 DE in the draft.
18. San Diego: J.J. Watt, DE (Wisconsin)
Great all around player with no character concerns who fits a need and could contribute from day 1.
19. NY Giants: Mike Pouncey, G/C (Florida)
The Giants need depth all across the o-line. Some might argue OT is a greater need, but they had a lot of injuries across the front & Pouncey could potentially address needs @ 3 positions.
20. Tampa Bay: Muhammad Wilkerson, DT (Temple)
Tall & athletic DT who has a good motor for a big man. Seems like a good fit for a Tampa 2 d-lineman. The Bucs got gashed by the run in multiple games. Wilkerson should help stop the bleeding.
21. Kansas City: Stephen Paea, DT, (Oregon State)
The Chiefs need a fire plug in the middle to stuff the run & free up their LBs. Paea is just the man for the job.
22. Indianapolis: Tyron Smith, OT (USC)
Colts also get a gift as one of the premier OTs slip to them at 22. Peyton sends a case of Dom to the Colts war room in appreciation.
23. Philadelphia: Nate Solder, OT (Colorado)
The Eagles decide to protect their QB rather than keep the current turnstiles they have at the position now.
24. New Orleans: Cameron Heyward, DE (Ohio State)
Saints are long in the tooth at DE & Heyward gives them a solid player who can put steady pressure on the passer form the end while holding his own against the run. Heyward will become an instant fan favorite for being the son of the Saints beloved Craig “Ironhead” Heyward.
25. Seattle: Gabe Carimi, OT (Wisconsin)
Their isn’t a QB worth a #1, so they take their next biggest need. The Seahawks o-line was a revolving door last year, so Carimi is an ideal fit that could be used at G or T.
26. Baltimore: Martez Wilson, ILB (Illinois)
Ray Lewis’s deal with the devil will expire sooner rather than later, so the Ravens would be wise to invest in his replacement now. Wilson dedicated himself to becoming a solid citizen & studious player after being stabbed in a bar fight in 2008 (no truth that Ray’s posse was involved).
27. Atlanta: Kyle Rudolph, TE (Notre Dame)
Tony Gonzalez is only good for 6-10 yd routes these days. Rudolph can get down the field & make the safeties quit cheating to White as much.
28. New England: Mikel Leshoure, RB (Illinois)
Patriots get an every down RB and let BJGE & Woodhead become specialist again.
29. Chicago: Rodney Huston, C/G (Florida State)
The Bears need better protection for Cutler up the gut. Huston could take over for the ancient Kreutz or the aging Garza.
30. NY Jets: Akeem Ayers, OLB (UCLA)
The Jets need someone who can bring pressure like Terrell Suggs did for Ryan in Baltimore. Ayers is the best bet for this need with his size/burst. Needs to work on technique.
31. Pittsburgh: Derek Sherrod, OT (Mississippi State)
Steeler Nation rejoices as the Steelers finally place a priority on OT in the draft. Next pick will have to address their CB needs.
32. Green Bay: Jabaal Sheard, DE (Pittsburgh)
Packers could use a young pass rusher to eventually replace Jenkins & help Matthews terrorize opposing QBs.