Last season, we did five mock drafts throughout the year leading
up to the NFL Draft. Our final mock was actually fairly accurate in many ways.
We nailed many of the top picks, and a few of the sleeper picks too. Yes, we
even predicted some trades, such as the Bills moving up for Sammy Watkins.
We’ll try and get things right again this year, as this is already our third
mock.
As always, we’ll try and include some trade predictions (if
applicable) in this mock. And for the first time this year, we’ll include
second rounders. Andrew will get the #1 pick this time, and from there he and
Greg will snake through the draft. That means Greg will get #2 and #3, Andrew
then gets #4 and #5, etc. Let’s do it!
The Sports Guys 2015
NFL Mock Draft 3
1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers select: Jameis Winston (QB, Florida State)
1st and 2nd Mock: Marcus Mariota (QB, Oregon)
Word out of Tampa Bay is that they are extremely impressed with
Winston. They believe he’s more ready for the pro game than Mariota (because of
the offense he ran in college), and they love the skillset and athleticism that
Winston possesses. It seems to me like they are favoring him at this stage in
the process. Of course, there is still a long way to go.
2. Tennessee Titans select: Leonard Williams (DE, USC)
1st and 2nd Mock: Leonard Williams (DE, USC)
Williams is not a sexy pick, but he’s going to be a productive
football player in the NFL for a long time. Unless Tennessee feels the need to
get a skill position player at this position (they shouldn’t despite the
temptation of a quarterback), they need to pick a guaranteed impact player and
not reach like Tampa Bay potentially did with the #1 pick.
3. Jacksonville Jaguars select: Randy Gregory (DE, Nebraska)
1st Mock: Brandon Scherff (OT, Iowa)
2nd Mock: Amari Cooper (WR, Alabama)
Gus Bradley will love Randy Gregory. He’s a young Chris
Clemons/Cliff Avril type with a proven ability to get after the quarterback. He
will be a good fit in Jacksonville. I like him over Shane Ray here simply
because he’s more of a prototypical size for the type of defense that Bradley
runs.
4. Oakland Raiders select: Amari Cooper (WR, Alabama)
1st Mock: DeVante Parker (WR, Louisville)
2nd Mock: Randy Gregory (DE/OLB, Nebraska)
This is a no brainer. Oakland thinks they have their QB of the
future in Derek Carr, so they will surely look to get him a #1 receiver. Amari
Cooper is the clear top prospect in the draft at the WR position, despite the
quality that’s there. He’s that good. Most scouts believe he’s a AJ Green/Julio
Jones type of impact player. That’s high praise.
5. Philadelphia Eagles (via trade with Washington and Cleveland)
select: Marcus Mariota (QB, Oregon)
1st Mock: Amari Cooper (WR, Alabama)
2nd Mock: Brandon Scherff (OT, Iowa)
Coach Kelly clearly wants his former QB, and has said he’d do
anything possible to try and get him. First, they would move up to #12
(Cleveland) by trading a couple mid-round picks (one this year and next) and
Nick Foles. Then, they could trade up again to this spot with a future first,
this year’s second rounder (and maybe one more pick). Will it be worth it? Only
time will tell but Coach Kelly would be betting a lot on it.
6. New York Jets select: DeVante Parker (WR, Louisville)
1st Mock: Cedric Ogbuehi (OT, Texas A&M)
2nd Mock: Jameis Winston (QB, Florida State)
Todd Bowles is a defensive coach, but this team needs offensive
weapons. If they had an average QB (veteran free agent) who had some playmakers
to throw to such as Parker, Harvin (who may or may not be around), Decker and a
better developed Jace Amaro (along with their potent run game), the offense
would start to look better. The defense should continue to play well, the
offense just has to match it.
7. Chicago Bears select: Shane Ray (DE/OLB, Missouri)
1st Mock: Shane Ray (DE/OLB, Missouri)
2nd Mock: Landon Collins (S, Alabama)
It’s clear they need to add to their defense, and there are lots
of good options here (Ray, Fowler, Dupree, Collins, Beasley, Shelton, etc.).
The last two times John Fox took over a team with a Top 10 pick he walked away
with Julius Peppers and Von Miller. With Fangio coming over from San Francisco,
Shane Ray makes sense due to his ability to be a pass rusher from different
spots, particularly at OLB where the Bears will need players (if they switch to
a 3-4 as most predict).
8. Atlanta Falcons select: Dante Fowler (DE, Florida)
1st Mock: Randy Gregory (DE, Nebraska)
2nd Mock: Shane Ray (DE/OLB, Missouri)
With Dan Quinn now officially the head coach, you can bet this
pick will be used on defense. With the team in need of a pass rusher, Fowler
seems to be a great selection here. Landon Collins is a possibility though
seeing as Seattle’s defense is also based upon two great safeties. Atlanta
really couldn’t go wrong with either.
9. New York Giants select: Alvin “Bud” Dupree (DE/OLB, Kentucky)
1st Mock: Jameis Winston (QB, Florida State)
2nd Mock: Danny Shelton (DT, Washington)
This was a tough pick to make, as I’m still very uncertain as to
which direction the Giants will go. I nearly went with an offensive lineman,
but ultimately decided to go with a crazy athletic pass rusher with upside.
They’ll likely lose Pierre-Paul in free agency, so why not bring in another
defensive athlete that will tear up the combine? That’s where they initially
became intrigued with Pierre-Paul anyways.
10. St. Louis Rams select: Landon Collins (S, Alabama)
1st Mock: Landon Collins (S, Alabama)
2nd Mock: DeVante Parker (WR, Louisville)
The Rams’ secondary needs help. The front 7 is arguably the best
in the NFL, but the secondary needs to catch up. They could also use some help
offensively, but adding Collins to the defense will make more of an impact
right now. The Rams have a history of taking the best player available as well,
and I feel that Collins is the best player on the board here.
11. Minnesota Vikings select: Danny Shelton (DT, Washington)
1st Mock: Vic Beasley (DE/OLB, Clemson)
2nd Mock: Eddie Goldman (DT, Florida State)
I was really impressed with Shelton when I watched him in the
Senior Bowl. He consistently took on double teams and even though he missed a
few tackles in the open field he chased down the line well. He will be a good
addition to this defense to not only help to free up the linebackers, but his
athleticism makes him a good projection to rush the passer as well.
12. Washington Redskins (via trade with Philadelphia and
Cleveland) select: Brandon Scherff (OT, Iowa)
1st Mock: Melvin Gordon (RB, Wisconsin)
2nd Mock: Andrus Peat (OT, Stanford)
Washington should look to address their inconsistent offensive
line, particularly because they need to protect RGIII better. There are a lot
of good options, including some with more upside than Scherff. But Brandon is
the safest and will likely be a solid lineman for years to come.
13. New Orleans Saints select: Vic Beasley (DE/OLB, Clemson)
1st Mock: Kevin White (WR, West Virginia)
2nd Mock: Leonard Floyd (OLB, Georgia)
The Saints will surely take the best player available, likely on
the defensive side of the ball. I think Beasley is that guy, and he fits a
position of need for the Saints too. They struggled tackling and rusher the
passer, and Beasley does those things fairly well. I think his upside is also
pretty high due to his athleticism too.
14. Miami Dolphins select: Kevin White (WR, West Virginia)
1st Mock: Jaelen Strong (WR, Arizona State)
2nd Mock: Trae Waynes (CB, Michigan State)
It appears that Mike Wallace is on the outside looking in for
Miami, and if they release him as expected they will need to replace him. Kevin
White is a good fit opposite Jarvis Landry and to pair with Brian Hartline.
Hartline and Landry are both more possession oriented receivers, but White is
bigger than both of those players and has the speed necessary to stretch the
field.
15. San Francisco 49ers select: Arik Armstead (DE/OLB,Oregon)
1st Mock: Connor Cook (QB, Michigan State)
2nd Mock: Jaelen Strong (WR, Arizona State)
Armstead’s stock will continue to climb throughout the rest of the
draft process. He’s a physical freak and his ceiling is sky high as a football
prospect. The 49ers don’t have Vic Fangio anymore, but they seem to be
retaining quite a few members of the previous staff. Armstead is a terrific fit
opposite Aldon Smith to replace the aging Ahmad Brooks.
16. Houston Texans select: Trae Waynes (CB, Michigan State)
1st Mock (by the Colts via trade): Andrus Peat (OT, Stanford)
2nd Mock: Cedric Ogbuegi (OT, Texas A&M)
Houston will likely add a WR this year or next year depending on
how long they keep Andre Johnson around, but I think that’s premature talk at
this point. They could look to adding offensive line help as well, but it held
up decently in 2014 as is. So adding to the defense makes the most logical
sense, despite that being the strength of their team already. If they lose
Kareem Jackson in free agency, this becomes an easy selection. But even if he’s
re-signed, Waynes still makes sense. You can never have enough quality corners,
especially if you play the Colts twice a year.
17. San Diego Chargers select: Melvin Gordon III (RB, Wisconsin)
1st Mock: Dante Fowler (DE/OLB, Florida)
2nd Mock: Melvin Gordon III (RB, Wisconsin)
The Chargers can’t go wrong here unless they reach massively. They
could really use help all over the place as they have no massive strengths, but
no massive weaknesses either. Gordon offers them an impact player that can take
over for injury-prone Ryan Mathews (who is also a free agent) right away.
Brandon Oliver could be a complimentary back again as he’s best fit.
18. Kansas City Chiefs select: Andrus Peat (OT, Stanford)
1st Mock: Leonard Floyd (OLB, Georgia)
2nd Mock: Kevin White (WR, West Virginia)
Kansas City benefits here because both San Diego and Houston (and
others) did not take an offensive lineman above. Peat is probably the most NFL
ready tackle in this draft. The history of past Stanford offensive linemen
could make Peat drop a bit, but he’s a steal at #18 in this draft. The Chiefs
can hope for a Zach Martin-type ceiling in his first year.
19. Cleveland Browns (from Buffalo) select: La’el Collins (OT,
LSU)
1st Mock: Trae Waynes (CB, Michigan State)
2nd Mock (by Dallas via trade): Dante Fowler (DE/OLB, Florida)
I’m really high on Collins. He’s solid at everything he does and
impressed me during the Senior Bowl. His technique is sound, and he wasn’t out
of position at any point during the game when I watched him. He’s a massive
individual whose strength is run blocking and projects more as a guard than a
tackle, but has the same type of ceiling that Zach Martin did as well. He could
develop into an All-Pro during his first season.
20. Cleveland Browns (via trade with Philadelphia and Washington)
select: Jaelen Strong (WR, Arizona State)
1st Mock: Danny Shelton (DT, Washington)
2nd Mock: Marcus Peters (CB, Washington)
Remember that Cleveland is in this spot because they traded (down)
with Philadelphia. In that deal, they added Nick Foles and picks. With their
last pick, they added protection for him, and now they need to add a weapon,
especially since Gordon is suspended again. Strong is one of the best wideouts
in the draft, and got the nod over Green-Beckham because he’s safer and not a
headcase. If they ever want Manziel to take over, the less crazy around him the
better.
21. Cincinnati Bengals select: Dorial Green-Beckham (WR, Missouri)
1st Mock: Shawn Oakman (DE, Baylor)
2nd Mock: Vic Beasley (OLB, Clemson)
Cincy does need help on the defensive line, but I don’t see any
great fits at this stage, and that position can be better filled via free
agency (Pierre-Paul would be perfect). Another need is at WR, where Andy Dalton
has inconsistent pass-catchers outside of AJ Green. We saw how Green’s injury
killed their passing attack this past year. Green-Beckham has massive upside
and could become a star just like AJ Green. With veterans in the locker room
already, they have the leadership to deal with DGB’s off the field problems.
22. Pittsburgh Steelers select: Shaq Thompson (OLB, Washington)
1st Mock: La’el Collins (OT, LSU)
2nd Mock: Kevin Johnson (CB, Wake Forest)
The second Washington Husky drafted in the first round heads into
a great situation. Even though Dick Lebeau is no longer the DC in Pittsburgh,
Thompson will have a great opportunity to develop under HC Mike Tomlin.
Thompson can come in and play OLB, ILB, or even safety for the Steelers and be
able to have an impact as a rookie.
23. Detroit Lions select: Ereck Flowers (OT, Miami)
1st Mock: Todd Gurley (RB, Georgia)
2nd Mock: La’el Collins (OT, LSU)
The Lions need help on the offensive line. They were ravaged
by injuries last year and need someone who can come in and play right away. I
debated A.J. Cann (OG) here,but I think Flowers’s size and athleticism give him
the edge. I think head coach Jim Caldwell will want to run the ball more and
Flowers can certainly be effective as a run blocker.
24. Arizona Cardinals select: T.J. Clemmings (OT, Pittsburgh)
1st Mock: T.J. Clemmings (OT, Pittsburgh)
2nd Mock: Alvin “Bud” Dupree (DE/OLB, Kentucky)
This pick largely depends on what they do in free agency. If they
add defense in free agency, they will lean offense here. That’s what I’m
banking on. They need to run and protect a little better, particularly if
Palmer isn’t himself post-injury. Clemmings is versatile and could help
immediately. I think he’s good value at #24 also.
25. Carolina Panthers select: Sammy Coates (WR, Auburn)
1st Mock: Alvin “Bud” Dupree (DE/OLB, Kentucky)
2nd Mock: Devin Funchess (WR, Michigan)
I’m higher on Coates than my colleague, but I think he’ll rise up
draft boards at the combine. He’s a freak athletically and has major speed.
With Benjamin on the outside and Olsen catching balls over the middle, Coates
would be perfect as a deep threat to take the top off a defense. Cam would love
another stud Auburn product also.
26. Baltimore Ravens select: A.J Cann (G, South Carolina)
1st and 2nd Mock: Shaq Thompson (OLB, Washington)
As I mentioned previously, I think A.J Cann is probably the best
pure guard in this draft class, with the exception of La’el Collins who
projects as a guard but is actually a tackle. Cann plays with good leverage and
blocks both the pass and the run very well. He is a good fit opposite Marshal
Yanda to help anchor the interior of the Ravens’ offensive line.
27. Dallas Cowboys select: Benardrick McKinney (ILB, Mississippi
State)
1st Mock: Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (CB, Oregon)
2nd Mock: Cameron Irving (C, Florida State)
Sean Lee has been hurt often over his career so far, and the
Cowboys need to improve their defense even more. McKinney profiles more as a
strongside linebacker in a 4-3 defense, but I think he can also be a capable
backup plan to Sean Lee. He’s a poor man’s CJ Mosley, and we saw what Mosley
was able to do in his first year in the NFL.
28. Denver Broncos select: Eddie Goldman (DT, Florida State)
1st Mock: Eddie Goldman (DT, Florida State)
2nd Mock (by Cleveland via trade): Benardrick McKinney (ILB,
Mississippi State)
The Broncos could use help on the offensive line, but there have
been a lot taken in the last ten picks so the value isn’t great at this point.
So I think they’d look to the defensive line, particularly if they lose Terrance
Knighton in free agency. Goldman beat out Malcolm Brown in this spot by a hair,
but either would be nice additions for Denver.
29. Indianapolis Colts select: Erik Kendricks (ILB, UCLA)
1st Mock: Malcolm Brown (DT, Texas)
2nd Mock: Shilique Calhoun (DE, Michigan State)
Todd Gurley would be very tempting here, but with Trent Richardson
busting as he has, it’s too big of a risk. I think AJ Cann makes tons of sense,
but he got drafted a couple picks earlier. So Kendricks gets the nod because they
need more consistent production in the middle of the field, and clearly need
help defending tight ends (think Rob Gronkowski).
30. Green Bay Packers select: Carl Davis (DE/DT, Iowa)
1st Mock: Devin Funchess (WR, Michigan)
2nd Mock: Ronnie Stanley (OT, Notre Dame)
Davis shined at the Senior Bowl as well and fits into Green Bay’s
scheme as a 3-4 DE perfectly. He is strong at the point of attack, but also
shows good explosion and quickness to get into the backfield and disrupt plays.
He will help to shore up the Packers’ run D. There are some questions
about his motivation as he seems to take plays off, but playing in this locker
room will help to get him to be a solid professional.
31. Seattle Seahawks select: Maxx Williams (TE, Minnesota)
1st Mock: Shilique Calhoun (DE, Michigan State)
2nd Mock: Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (CB, Oregon)
Seattle has a decent TE in Luke Willson right now, but the
combination of Williams and Willson would go a long way to alleviating the void
that the Seahawks have at the WR position. Williams will be a good impact
player for this team right way and can help make Russell Wilson better.
32. Chicago Bears (via trade with New England) select: Malcolm
Brown (DT, Texas)
1st Mock: Arik Armstead (DE/OLB, Oregon)
2nd Mock: Sammy Coates (WR, Auburn)
If Fox and Fangio want to rebuild the defense in a hurry, he’ll
need to make a few big moves. I assume that will likely happen via free agency,
but this move could also happen come draft day. Brown would help the Bears
transition a little easier into the 3-4, and the Patriots are an obvious trade
partner, as they enjoy moving down in the draft year and year. It wouldn’t be
that costly for the Bears either, as it was just seven spots higher.
Second Round
33. Tennessee Titans select: Marcus Peters (CB, Washington)
I believe Tennessee will enter this draft following the best
player available mindset. That’s why they took Williams in the first round, and
that’s why Peters makes sense here. He’s got great size for a corner and many
project he’ll go in the first round. The Titans would be excited about their
top picks I think (despite not getting a QB).
34. Tampa Bay Buccaneers select: Phillip Dorsett (WR, Miami)
Dorsett should’ve been picked in the first round, no lower than
where Jaelen Strong was picked. He’s better than DGB without the off the field
issues, and is an absolute steal at this point in the draft. If anyone was
going to trade up at the end of the first round to get a player, Dorsett would
be that player.
35. Oakland Raiders select: Cedric Ogbuehi (OT, Texas A&M)
The Raiders are still feeling the effects of letting Jared
Veldheer go last offseason. Ogbuehi has the opportunity to be the best OL in
this draft and getting him at this point in the draft is excellent value.
36. Jacksonville Jaguars select: Todd Gurley (RB, Georgia)
No offense to Denard Robinson, but I don’t see him as a starting
RB long term. I do think Gurley is. In fact, before his injury he was a Top 10
pick. Drafting an offensive lineman here would make sense too (or a TE), but if
Gurley is available, they can’t pass him up.
37. New York Jets select: Brett Hundley (QB, UCLA)
Seeing as they missed out on the top two QB’s in the first round,
Hundley is really the only other option they have. He could at least compete
with Geno Smith and allow the coaches to make a decision on who to trust going
forward. The good news is that he’ll have decent options after taking Parker
with the #6 pick earlier.
38. Washington Redskins select: Tre’ Jackson (OL, Florida State)
The Redskins need to strengthen their offensive line. Their
interior line play last year was not good at all. Jackson is athletic enough to
pull and big enough to to hold up against DT’s at the pro level. Between this
pick and their selection at #12, they should finally have a strong unit up
front.
39. New England Patriots (via trade with Chicago) select: Nate
Orchard (OLB, Utah)
Orchard flashed at the Senior Bowl and flew under the radar a bit
because he played at Utah. He shows many similar skills to Shane Ray, but will
test a little bit slower. He reminds me a lot of Rob Ninkovich.
40. New York Giants select: Cameron Irving (C/OT, Florida State)
We had the Giants addressing the defensive line in Round 1, so
addressing the offensive line here makes sense. Irving can play nearly every
position up front, so it’s up to the coaching staff in New York to determine
where he fits best with their current roster. He’d help in the running game and
passing attack for sure.
41. St. Louis Rams select: Devin Funchess (WR, Michigan)
The Rams still don’t have a quarterback they can trust, but they
can’t afford to pass up a weapon like Funchess at this stage. We’ve had him as
a first rounder in our last couple mocks, so this is nice value in comparison.
The Rams still don’t have many reliable pass catchers on offense, but with
Funchess’ size, I think he could be one.
42. Atlanta Falcons select: Stephone Anthony (LB, Clemson)
Dan Quinn will want to shore up his defense. Anthony is often
projected as a mid first round pick, so for him to fall this far is a good
thing for the Falcons. I’m essentially picking chalk here. Anthony is ranked
higher on many boards than any other linebacker left.
43. Cleveland Browns select: Clive Walford (TE, Miami)
Jordan Cameron is a free agent to be and I’m not sure if the
Browns will like what they saw on tape this past season or if they will chalk
that up to horrendous QB play. Walford is a big target in the passing game, and
the fact that he played through an injury during Senior Bowl week shows a lot
about his character.
44. New Orleans Saints select: Kevin Johnson (CB, Wake Forest)
In our last mock we had Johnson going in the first round, and
while we’ve cooled on him a little bit, he’d be a nice addition to New Orleans.
They need help on defense, particularly at cornerback. I have Johnson here just
ahead of P.J. Williams, as Johnson seems to be a bit safer.
45. Minnesota Vikings select: Devin Smith (WR, Ohio State)
This National Champion would be a needed target for Teddy Bridgewater,
seeing as Teddy really doesn’t have many. He may not be a prototypical #1 WR,
but he is at least an upgrade over some of the sorry wideouts the Vikings
currently possess.
46. San Francisco 49ers select: Jordan Phillips (DT, Oklahoma)
Justin Smith is getting older and needs a quality backup. Phillips
can do that and contribute while he learns from the best. Depth is always
important on the front lines anyways.
47. Miami Dolphins select: Nick O’Leary (TE, Florida State)
Another weapon in the passing game for Ryan Tannehill. This is a
make or break year for him and I think Joe Philbin will give him every chance
to succeed if he can.
48. San Diego Chargers select: Paul Dawson (LB, TCU)
As I stated in the first round, the Chargers can’t go wrong as
they don’t have many glaring holes. They simply need impact players. Dawson is
one of the best players available and will be a contributor immediately.
49. Kansas City Chiefs select: Ty Montgomery (WR, Stanford)
The Chiefs need receivers in a big way. They will surely draft at
least one in the few first rounds this year. Montgomery is the best one
available here and remains a bit of a sleeper. He was playing terrific football
early in 2014 before an injury kept him out late in the year, including their
bowl game. He would be a great addition, even if they keep Bowe this offseason.
50. Buffalo Bills select: Tevin Coleman (RB, Indiana)
How many running backs does a team need? Well, Coleman is a good
insurance policy with age and injury concerns with Fred Jackson and CJ Spiller.
And he’s simply better than Bryce Brown and “Boobie” Dixon. He didn’t show a
great ability to catch the ball in college, but given the athlete he is, I
don’t think that will be an issue. As long as he can protect the QB, then Rex
Ryan has a good runner for the next 6-7 years (if Ryan can last that long).
51. Houston Texans select: Breshad Perriman (WR, Central Florida)
Perriman had a great Senior Bowl week also. As you can see, I like
players who show well in competitive situations against other players. There
isn’t a lot of scheming going on during that week so you see ability pop.
Perriman has ability and even though they might not yet have a QB who can throw
him the ball to showcase it, he can still be productive.
52. Washington Redskins (via trade with Philadelphia) select: P.J.
Williams (CB, Florida State)
Seeing as they’ve selected two offensive linemen so far,
Washington will obviously look to the defense here. Williams is the top player
left on my board, and he’s a type of player they don’t have. I think he’d be
solid in their defense.
53. Cincinnati Bengals select: Michael Bennett (DT, Ohio State)
Bennett is one of the main reasons why OSU won the National Championship.
And since the Bengals need help on the defensive front, he’d be perfect for a
team in a position to win now.
54. Detroit Lions select: Arie Kouandjio (G, Alabama)
Kouandjio played guard at the senior bowl and did a nice job
showing his athleticism and sustaining his blocks when pulling as a run
blocker. He held up well on the inside against the rush as well. Detroit can
use him as depth or as a starter and it will be an upgrade over who they
currently have.
55. Arizona Cardinals select: Bryce Petty (QB, Baylor)
Petty is a good project for Bruce Arians and shows the type of arm
strength that will be successful in Arians’ offense. He didn’t look great
during the senior bowl, but some of his misses were due to the lack of
familiarity with receivers. A few times he threw over the wrong shoulder when
they made route adjustments or they made a route adjustment after he released
the ball that was different than what Petty saw. He’s probably not too far
behind Drew Stanton physically and the Cardinals need a QB of the future when
Carson Palmer’s contract is up. Petty can be that guy.
56. Pittsburgh Steelers select: Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (CB, Oregon)
I’ve seen some rank Ifo as the top CB on the board. Clearly, we
don’t have him that high, but this is still a steal for a team in need of a
corner. In fact, we had him going in the first round in one of our previous
mocks. He could make a serious impact immediately.
57. Carolina Panthers select: Josue Matias (OG, Florida State)
Scouts are grading him as one of the top guards in the draft, one
that I’m sure Carolina would welcome. They could use help on the line, and one
as talented as Matias would surely work well. He played better at times than
his teammate Tre’ Jackson, but he did have a few bad games also. If he
developed consistency, he’d be a stud.
58. Baltimore Ravens select: Rashad Greene (WR, Florida State)
Greene should fit in perfectly with Marc Trestman’s offense in
Baltimore. He runs good routes, and is very smart in catching the ball and getting
down. He’s a little bit small, but if they play him inside he will do very
well.
59. Denver Broncos select: Denzel Perryman (LB, Miami)
Perryman is a steal at this spot in the draft. He’s arguably the
best interior linebacker in the draft and can come in and contribute
defensively to this team as a rookie and help them win now. This is a great get
in the second round of the draft.
60. Dallas Cowboys select: Gerod Holliman (S, Louisville)
The Cowboys would love if Holliman fell this far, as he’s a fast
rising player that could get up to the first round. Most believe he’s not that
far behind Collins, the consensus top safety in this draft. He’d be a massive
boost to the Cowboys’ secondary, and could help them advance even further in
the playoffs a year from now.
61. Indianapolis Colts select: Tyler Sambrailo (OL, Colorado
State)
You can never go wrong with finding more protection for Andrew
Luck, particularly if it’s someone that can play multiple positions. His
presence could allow Mewhort to move back out to tackle where he’s a better
fit, or Ty could simply play there himself. Either well, this would benefit the
Colts tremendously. Once again, RB is tempting here, but they may shy away from
taking a RB so high. If so, I like Duke Johnson from Miami.
62. Green Bay Packers select: Kwan Alexander (OLB, LSU)
Alexander is yet another tool for Dom Capers to use on defense.
Aaron Rodgers might need another toy on offense, but I think the remaining guys
that would fit here would still be available in later rounds.
63. Seattle Seahawks select: Nelson Agholor (WR, USC)
Agholor is Paul Richardson with more pass catching ability. The
Seahawks clearly need another option on offense and Agholor is the best
remaining option for them.
64. New England Patriots select: Duke Johnson (RB, Miami)
The Patriots may be losing some of their top running backs in free
agency and can’t continue to bank on picking up guys midseason (Blount). Duke
Johnson is a running back with loads of talent that can really do a little bit
of everything. Talent wise I also like Owamagbe Odighizuwa from UCLA, but I
think Duke Johnson is a better fit here.
There you have it, our third mock. Trust me, this will change in
many ways over the next few months. But if you are stuck following a bad team,
start dreaming now.
By: The Sports Guys
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