1. Carolina (2-14) -Nick Fairley, DT/DE Auburn
The Panthers had a terrible pass rush this past season, especially after losing Julius Pepper to Free Agency. Fairley would be a great pick for Carolina, Fairley has been unstoppable. He completely dominated Alabama's offensive line on Thanksgiving weekend. His stock has risen to the point that it'd be shocking if he fell out of the top five.
2. Denver (4-12) -Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
If Champ Bailey does decide to leave Denver, the secondary will be in trouble. Peterson would be the perfect fit for the Broncos. He is one of the best CBs to come into the draft in quite a while. Peterson has the potential to be a true lock down cornerback with his size, athleticism, and technique.
3. Buffalo (4-12) -A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Green has the tools that he needs to become a potential elite receiver in the NFL. If the Bills are sold on what Green has to offer why not draft him in the 1st round.
4. Cincinnati (4-12) -Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Bowers could team up with the promising Carlos Dunlap to provide increased production in this area. He would be a gamble with some of the inconsistencies that Bowers has shown on tape. I can see the Bengals going after him.
5. Arizona (5-11) -Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
The Cardinals NEED a QB, unless they can find one in Free Agency they will need to go after one in the draft. Gabbert is now the #1 QB prospect on the draft board. I do think that he could have stayed in school and worked on some more things like his accuracy. The Cardinals have nothing, but trouble at the QB position.
6. Cleveland (5-11)- Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
The Browns needs someone to have with Joe Haden in the secondary, especially the type of season that Eric Wright had in 2010. Will the Brown looks past Julio Jones is the question.
7. San Francisco (6-10) -Marcell Dareus, DE/DT, Alabama
San Francisco could use an upgrade at defensive end next to Justin Smith and Aubrayo Franklin. Dareus would strife in any defense (3-4 or 4-3), he would be a great option for San Fran.
8. Tennessee (6-10) –Ryan Mallett, QB Arkansas
It is going to depend on if the Titans can sign a veteran QB during Free Agency. If not, they will need to draft one. A QB is a must need for Tennessee so why not draft one of the top 3 QBs on the boards.
9. Dallas (6-10) -Robert Quinn, DE/OLB, North Carolina
Quinn would be an absolute steal for the Cowboys. Quinn, who projects well as a 3-4 rush linebacker, would be a great fit for the Cowboys defense that struggled everywhere in the 2010 season.
10. Washington (6-10) –Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Locker has solid pocket awareness. He has great feet and a good arm.In Locker's senior season he has had his ups and downs. It will interesting to see if the Redskins do indeed take Locker.
11. Houston (6-10) –Von Miller, DE/OLB, Texas A&M
With the hiring of Wade Phillps as the DC, the Texans will be switching from the 4-3 to 3-4 this season. Miller would be a good fit with the 3-4 teams. Miller can drop into coverage as well as getting after the QB.
12. Minnesota (6-10) –Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Looking at some of the other mock draft have Newton going much high than I am. Many think that Newton is not ready to start in the NFL, I tend to agree with that assessment. There is no denying that he possesses tremendous upside with a big arm and mobility. He's also a winner with great intangibles.
13. Detroit (6-10) –Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
Loves playing the game and is great in run support. The Lions need DB with the secondary one of their key weak spots in 2010.Harris would be the starter from Week 1 and have an impat on the field.
14. St. Louis (7-9)- Julio Jones, WR ,Alabama
The Rams are lacking a WR with BIG play potential and that was evident in the NFC West game in Week 17. Scouts love Jones' size, strength and toughness, however, and feel that he'll be quicker than most rookies. Is he the second coming of Randy Moss?
15. Miami (7-9) -Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
The Dolphins have Brown and Williams set to be Free Agents this next offseason. It looks like that the Wildcat has died away in Miami. So with Ingram will bring the power running game back to Miami.
16. Jacksonville (8-8) - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
With the Jaguars needing all the help they can get on defense during the offseason. Kerrigan would be help to get pressure the defense needs on opposing QBs. Kerrigan gives all his effort on every down that he is on the field. The Jags run a 4-3 better yet for his style of play.
17. New England - from Oakland (8-8) -Tyron Smith, OT, USC
With the New England OL getting up there in NFL years, Smith would be a great choice for the Pats. Smith is probably the best lineman in the draft. If he does last this long it would be a steam for New England.
18. San Diego (9-7) –J.J. Watt, DE Wisconsin
Watt has an engine that does not stop and that is great player for the Chargers. The Chargers were to top rate defense last, so why not add a player like Watt that gets after the ball.
19. New York Giants (10-6) - Anthony Castonzo, OT Boston College
It was obvious that the Giants need to upgrade the talent they have at the offensive tackle position. So look at the Giants leaning toward the best available tackle during the draft.
20. Tampa Bay (10-6) –Adrian Clayborn,DE, Iowa
The Bucs are in need of a player to get after the opposing QB. The Bucs have been rebuilding through the draft. McCoy does need so help to get the attention focused on him is the offense.
21. Kansas City* (10-6) - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Sherrod would be a big asset to the Chiefs offensive line. He has quick feet that can open things up for the KC running attack. He can also keep the defenders from breathing down the neck of QB Matt Cassel.
22. Indianapolis* (10-6) - Gabe Carimi, OL, Wisconsin
Carimi will open up holes in the running game and is a solid gainst the pass rush. He will play either LT or RT in the NFL.
23. Philadelphia* (10-6) - Jimmy Smith, CB Colorado
Smith is not getting much attention right now lacking the big name. Just wait until after the workouts and combine. Then you will know who he is and why you should be looking more closely at him.
24. New Orleans* (11-5)- Cameron Jordan, DE California
He would great with the fast paced Saints defense. Jordan has a Quick first step and decent speed in pursuit as well as a devastating tackler. He is what Williams would like in a defensive player.
25. Seattle* (7-9)- Aldon Smith, DE Missouri
Seattle does need a DE Smith would be great fit for them. He's still raw, but evaluators look at Smith as a potential John Abraham or Julian Peterson type of pass rusher with very good length to play in a 4-3 or 3-4 base scheme as he matures physically.
Seattle does need a DE Smith would be great fit for them. He's still raw, but evaluators look at Smith as a potential John Abraham or Julian Peterson type of pass rusher with very good length to play in a 4-3 or 3-4 base scheme as he matures physically.
26. Green Bay*(10-6)
Yes as of right now I think the Packer ill draft another linemen in the 1st round in the draft. Clifton is not going to last forever and Colledge is going to be a Free Agent. It will be interesting to see if Mike will as well equip for the NFL as his older brother.
27. New York Jets* (11-5)- Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA
Ayer at his best is a disruptive force along the edges. The Bruin should be able to make plays in an aggressive defense. The Jets were not able to get as much pressure as they wanted to in their base defense.
28. Baltimore* (11-5) –Tyron Smith, OT USC
The Ravens do to find some help in OL department. It is obvious that Joe Flacco needs to be sanding upright to have sucess in the NF. So draft a tackle to help out your QB.
29. Chicago* (11-5) - Jonathan Baldwin, WR Pittsburgh
The Bears need a downfall threat with the Mike Martz offense and Baldwin could be that guy. With the unique combo he has with size and speed. There are many CBs that would have a tough time matching up against him.
30. Pittsburgh* (12-4) –Orlando Franklin,OG,Miami
It looks like the Steelers will be leaning toward drafting a lineman in the draft this next spring. But they do need to bolster an ever-middling offensive line if QB Ben Roethlisberger wants to stay healthy.
31. Atlanta* (13-3) - Kyle Rudolph, TE, Notre Dame
With Tony Gonzalez's career up in the air if he is going to return after this season remains to be seen. If he does retire, then the Falcons would need a TE, and Rudolph would fit in great with the Falcon offense.
32. New England* (14-2)- Cameron Heyward, DL, Ohio State
Cameron Heyward really struggled at times this year, but had an outstanding State Farm Sugar Bowl. He's back to being a potential first-round prospect. He could be a great for the Pats defensive scheme.
