I did this for last year's draft and got a good response from the board, so I decided to do it again.

Here's how this will work, I will make the selections for each team as the draft order stands now, I won't include any trades. The picks I make will be both what I think that team would do, and some that I would do if I were that team. I don't expect this to be very accurate, there will be trades and players going much higher/lower than expected, it happens every year. One trade and/or one surprise pick is all it can take for every other team's pick to change. This could even be inaccurate before the draft starts, we still have a week to go and there could be trades between now and then. Feel free to ask any questions you have, discuss, praise or criticize my selections, I want to hear what people think whether it's good or bad. In the end this is for fun, and I hope people enjoy it.

Here we go.



#1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State.

Tampa is still giving a small effort on acting like they are still deciding on who to pick, but the reality is that they have been settled on drafting Winston for awhile. Unless Winston screws up off the field between now and the draft, or another NFL team gives them an insane offer for the #1 pick(which is unlikely to happen) they are drafting Winston.

Winston has a really good arm even by NFL standards, he can make all the throws, has good foot work, decent field vision and he has the size and strength to take hits and shake off/ hold off defenders long enough to get a throw off. He has shown that he can step up in the pressure situations, he knows how to rally his team. He appears to be a good leader, his teammates respond to him, he is willing to take risks to win games, which is a great thing as long as he picks his spots and isn't stupid about it. He played in a pro style offense at FSU, so the learning curve won't be as drastic for him as it will be for other QB's. Teams, obviously Tampa Bay included, have reportedly been very impressed with his football IQ. He will be a day 1 starter for Tampa, they are going to commit to him right away.

Winston is obviously not a perfect prospect, his off the field issues are absolutely a concern, though Tampa Bay seems to feel it's not a big enough of a concern to pass on him. He is immature, he has shown poor decision making off the field, to say the least. He was a good leader in college, but it remains to be seen if he will be able to do that in the NFL with older, and generally more mature people. Physically he doesn't have really any issues, his release is a little slow and he does stare down WR's at times, and he tries to do too much at times.

Bottom line is Tampa needs a QB, and when you need a QB and have the #1 pick you pretty much have to draft a QB if you think he has franchise potential, and Winston, despite his off the field concerns, does have that potential. Whether he takes advantage of his talent, or wastes it remains to be seen.

Other options here include Marcus Mariota or a trade, neither of which is at all likely.


#2. Tennessee Titans: Leonard Williams, DL, USC.

Personally I think Marcus Mariota will be drafted at #2, but I don't think it will be the Titans, I think this pick will be traded to a team that wants to draft Mariota. It has leaked recently that the Titans really do like Mariota, and I think they do like him, but they also like Zach Mettenberger enough to give him a shot at developing. I think the Titans wanted it to leak that they like Mariota, I think it's posturing to try and give other teams the impression that they really want to take him so that other teams offer more to try and get the #2 pick from the Titans. But since I am not doing trades for my mock draft, I am going with Leonard Williams.

Williams is considered by many to be the best overall player in the draft. He is 6'5" 305, he shows freakish strength on the football field, he is a very good athlete, he is explosive, he can rush the passer, stop the run, occupy gaps etc.. Basically he can do it all, he can play inside or outside in any kind of defense. And not only is he a physical freak, but he also is a great effort player. A scary thought is that scouts think that he can add more muscle/weight to his frame without losing any of his explosiveness. He is a starter/instant impact player from Day 1, I would be surprised if he were not an all pro by year 3, very possibly before that.

He is still a little raw, he often wins just based on his physical skills alone, that won't work as well in the NFL. He needs to continue to work on developing his technique.

This would be a case of Tennessee simply taking the best player available, a player who will help them in the run game and in rushing the passer where they do have a need.

Other options here include a trade(my guess) Marcus Mariota, Dante Fowler, Shane Ray, Vic Beasley, or they could give us a small surprise and take a WR like Amari Cooper or Kevin White.


#3. Jacksonville Jaguars: Dante Fowler, DE/OLB, Florida.

Fowler is a gifted edge rusher, he has speed, he is very quick/explosive off of the snap, he has a wide variety of pass rushing moves, he has the speed chase down RB's from the backside. He also has some ability dropping into coverage, he's not great, but he's good enough or at least has the potential be good enough that he wouldn't be a liability in pass coverage. He is scheme diverse, he can play in a 3-4 or a 4-3, but is probably a little better off in a 4-3. He reminds me of James Harrison, he's a little bigger than Harrison, but they have a similar style of play.

He needs to improve when teams run right at him, and despite being 260 pounds he could actually use to get a little stronger as well, that could certainly help him at the point of attack when teams run at him, he would have more strength to shake off a block and get to the RB.

Pretty much every mock draft I have seen has Jacksonville taking Fowler, and I would be surprised if they took anyone else assuming he is still on the board. Then again not many people thought they would take Bortles last year, so who knows. Other options include other pass rushers like Vic Beasley or Shane Ray. But if they do pass up Fowler I think it's more likely they go for another position, my guess is that WR would be the most likely and Amari Cooper(would be my guess if they picked a WR) or Kevin White would be the two options.


#4. Oakland Raiders: Kevin White, WR, West Virginia.

Kevin White is a 6'3'" 215 pound freak athlete, he ran a 4.35 at the combine which is just insane for his size, and he also put up 23 reps of 225 which shows how strong he is and how physical he plays on the field, very impressive strength for a WR. He goes after the ball when it's in the air, he doesn't wait for the ball to come to him, he goes and gets it, which is very important for a WR, especially in the NFL because of how good the DB's are. He is a WR that can beat press coverage, has the ability to stretch the field, but also can go across the middle and make things happen from short passes, and because of his size and strength he is also very good at winning battles for jump balls. He plays nasty, and his potential is extremely high.

The concern is that he is not a finished product and has some developing to do with things like route running. The type of offense he was in at West Virginia will be very different from the type of offense he will be in with what ever NFL team he goes to, how he makes that adjustment will be some thing to keep an eye on. There is also some concern that he was just a one year wonder at West Virginia, I don't think many people really believe that, but it's a small concern.

The Raiders appear to have a franchise QB in Derek Carr, they need to get him a legit #1 WR, White fits that description. The other option here is Amari Cooper, Cooper is a more polished prospect and might be more NFL ready right now, but White looks like he has more potential and he is the better athlete. If Leonard Williams is still on the board, it could make the Raiders think twice about taking a WR.


#5. Washington Redskins: Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama.

Amari Cooper is a very good athlete, maybe not an insane athlete, but still he has impressive physical skills. He is a great route runner, has good hands, good field vision, good speed, good quickness, there are no real significant weaknesses in his game. He is a very versatile player, he can line up outside or in the slot, and he played in a pro style offense at Alabama and will already know or at the least he will be familiar with the routes he will be running in the NFL. He dominated in the SEC, even though teams knew Alabama was going go to him, they tried to take him away and they were unable to do so.

The concern is that the bigger and more physical CB's in the NFL could give him trouble, it will be interesting to see how does in trying to beat press coverage in the NFL. He also won't always be able to win on physical talent alone in the NFL, his route running will always have to stay sharp, he's not one of those freaks of nature who can run sloppy routes and still win consistently against NFL DB's.

This might be a surprise pick to some people, very few mock drafts have Washington taking Cooper, most have them taking a pass rush like Vic Beasley or Shane Ray, a few have them taking Marcus Mariota. My reasoning behind taking Cooper is that it would give them an incredible trio of WR's with Desean Jackson, Pierre Garcon and Amari Cooper. It would give RG3 every chance to succeed because he would have an incredible amount of weapons surrounding him, and if he failed Washington would probably be in a position to pick a QB high next year in a draft that will be a deeper QB draft than this year is. Other options here include Vic Beasley, Shane Ray, Marcus Mariota or maybe even Trae Waynes or Danny Shelton.


#6. New York Jets: Shane Ray, DE/OLB, Missouri.

Shane Ray has it all, power, speed, quickness, a great motor etc.. He knows how to use his hands very effectively, he has good variety of moves when rushing the passer, he can beat an OL with speed or power, he just knows how to get to the QB. While it's not his strength, he can drop into coverage with minimal issues as long as he is not asked to do too much. He is also solid against the run, and is another guy that is a scheme diverse player that can play in a 3-4 as an OLB, or a 4-3 as a DE.

He doesn't really have many weaknesses, but one thing I have seen mentioned is that teams wish he had a little more length, obviously there isn't really anything he can do about that. And while he does have a good variety of pass rushing moves, some times he focuses on using one too much, he needs to remember to mix it up.

The Jets have lacked a dominant pass rusher for years, Shane Ray has the potential to be that dominant pass rusher. They could go with Mariota here, I just have the impression that they don't plan on drafting him even if he were available. Other options include Vic Beasley, one of the top two WR's if they are available, maybe Bud Dupree. The Jets want to be a team that wins with playing great defense and running the ball, so it might not be too big of a shock if they drafted Todd Gurley right here.


#7. Chicago Bears: Danny Shelton, NT, Washington.

Danny Shelton is far and away the best NT in this draft. He is big, strong, and athletic for his size, and surprisingly well conditioned for a guy his size as he was an every down player for Washington. He can occupy double teams without being pushed back, he can shake off OL's to make stops in the run game, he can actually rush the passer a little by pushing the pocket. And even though it's not ideal, he is more than an NT, he could play inside in a 4-3 as well, but probably would not be great it, just ok. But that kind of versatility can be valuable for a team.

One potential area of concern is that he did disappear at times, and even though he has played a lot of snaps in college and is well conditioned for a guy his size, it might benefit him to not play as many snaps in the NFL.

The Bears are switching to a 3-4 defense and don't have a good NT on their roster, that makes this an easy pick for me. Other options include a pass rusher, Vic Beasley, Shane Ray or maybe Bud Dupree depending on who is available. If Cooper or White were available they would give strong consideration to them, and I also think Trae Waynes, the CB from Michigan St. could potentially be an option here. Mariota is also a possibility, because having Jay Cutler would enable them to sit Mariota for awhile and let him learn and develop a little before they throw him into the fire.


#8. Atlanta Falcons: Vic Beasley, OLB, Clemson.

Beasley is an explosive pass rusher, athletic, gets around the corner quick with both speed, and his ability to bend his hips and cut at an angle that will get him to the QB faster. He also has a very good spin move that some have said he doesn't use enough of. He had good hands, knows how to use them,and he has the potential to get even better with them. He is best off in a 3-4, where he could play OLB and even potentially ILB, but most see him as a pass rushing OLB. But he also has good coverage skills.

Weight is a potential concern, he showed up at the combine at 246, but most people think he played last season in the 220's. It will be interesting to see what weight he plays at in the NFL, and if it effects his ability to stop the run, or if he gets over powered too easily by NFL OL's.

I think this might be the ideal scenario for the Falcons, if they get Beasley at 8 I think they would be very happy. Other options include other pass rushers, Bud Dupree being an example. They could go with Todd Gurley to try and give themselves a more dominant running game to take pressure off of Matt Ryan. They could also go with who ever their top OT is on their board to protect Matt Ryan, and there is no consensus on who that is. It could be Collins from LSU, Humphries from Florida or Flowers from Miami.


#9. New York Giants: La'el Collins, OT/OG, LSU.

Collins is a dominant run blocker, a good pass blocker who has potential to improve. He has good feet, very aggressive, knows to finish his blocks, and when he does get beat he takes it personally and plays even harder on the next snap. He's a nasty player, with good technique.

One negative thing I have read is that he needs to use his hands better, but that is some thing hard work and a good OL coach should take care of.

The Giants need help at OG and RT, drafting Collins potentially helps both positions. He's probably a better RT than Justin Pugh right now, so if Collins can star at RT from day 1 Pugh can move inside to OG where is better suited to play and both positions have been upgraded with one draft pick. Other options include a different OL, Brandon Scherff, Flowers or Humphries being other possible candidates. If Cooper or White falls to them they probably will get picked, Malcolm Brown a DT from Texas and DeVante Parker a WR from Louisville could also get some consideration at this spot.


#10. St. Louis Rams: Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon.

Everyone is already familiar with Mariota, so I don't think I need to give too much detail about what he can do. He has good size, a very good arm, obviously rare mobility for a QB, incredible athlete, he has solid technique as a passer. He has a great work ethic, he is very open to being coached and listening what others have to say and is always trying to improve. And he's a leader and a winner, and unlike Winston there are no off the field concerns about Mariota.

The concerns obviously center around how will he adjust to the NFL where he will be running a very different kind of offense than he did at Oregon, unless he goes to Philly, which is possible, but there is probably less than a 50% chance that happens even though I think Chip Kelly will make efforts to get him.

I don't think Mariota will be there when the Rams pick at #10, I believe someone will trade up to get him in the top 5, very possibly at #2. But since I am not doing trades in my mock draft, I have him falling to #10. And if he is available I don't think the Rams would pass him up. They have a stop gap QB in Nick Foles who can start for a year or maybe a little longer while Mariota adjusts to the NFL, it would be an ideal situation for him. Other options for the Rams could include OL, CB, or WR.


#11. Minnesota Vikings: Trae Waynes, CB, Michigan St.

Waynes is the best CB in this group, he has good size and great speed, he excels in man to man coverage, you can leave him on an island and let him lock down what ever WR he is guarding. He is also active in run defense, which you don't always see from CB's. He has only given up two TD's in the last two seasons, that is obviously very impressive.

His biggest issue is that he might grab WR's too much, could cause him to be flagged a lot if he doesn't adjust.

The Vikings would have a tough choice to make if the draft played out like this, they would pick between Waynes and DeVante Parker a WR from Louisville. I think they would go with Waynes because I think they have a bigger need at CB than they do at WR.


#12. Cleveland Browns: DeVante Parker, WR, Louisville.

Parker may be the third best WR in this draft class, but he's not far behind the top two. He's big, has good but not quite elite speed and he has great hands, he probably has the best hands out of all the WR's in this draft class.

A foot injury he suffered last year could be a concern, and his route running could use a little work.

Cleveland would be thrilled to get Parker at #12, Josh Gordon is suspended for the year and very likely has played his last game with Cleveland and possibly the NFL. Other options here probably include a DL, OL or a CB.


#13. New Orleans Saints: Bud Dupree, OLB, Kentucky.

Dupree is a true freak athlete, 6'4" 270 and ran a 4.56 40, and a 42 inch vertical jump. He's very physical, can drop into zone coverage, is good against the run so he is not just a pass rush specialist.

He is still very raw, he wins on physical ability alone most of the time, and while he is a freak athlete, that won't be enough in the NFL. He needs to develop some go to pass rushing moves.

The Saints need a pass rusher, and Dupree is the best pass rusher on the board at this point besides Randy Gregory who is probably going to fall into the late teens or 20's because of his off the field issues. Other options could include DL, WR, OL or CB.


#14. Miami Dolphins: Breshad Perriman, WR, Central Florida.

Perriman certainly looks the part, good size at 6'2" 212, and has insane speed, he ran a 4.24 40 at his pro day, that probably means he is really in the low to mid 4.3's, but it's still insane. He's a deep ball threat, he has the speed to blow the roof off of a defense.

He is not a good route runner, he has below average hands and despite his good size he gets pushed around a little too easily.

I am actually not a big fan of Perriman, I wouldn't draft him in the first round. But he is one of those guys that is rising fast because of his unique physical abilities. And the Dolphins could be looking to add a WR early in the draft and they are one of the teams that are rumored to like Perriman. Other options could include an OL or a CB.


#15. San Francisco 49ers: Arik Armstead, DL, Oregon.

Armstead is a big interior DL, 6'7",292 and has the frame to add more muscle/weight. He can provide both good run defense and a good pass rush, he can play inside or outside in a 3-4 defense. He has explosive strength that allows him to over power OL's.

He needs to develop some pass rush moves he can rely on, he won't be able to over power OL's in the NFL consistently.

With Justin Smith retiring the 49ers have a need on the DL, and Armstead fits their scheme. OL, WR and CB could also be options for the 49ers at this spot.


#16. Houston Texans: Todd Gurley, RB, Georgia.

Gurley has a rare combination of speed and power, he can run past a defense and he can run through it. If he is healthy he would be my early bet to win the offensive rookie of the year in the NFL. In my opinion he is the best RB prospect since Adrian Peterson.

There is only one real concern with Gurley, and that's his health, he is coming off a torn ACL and had an ankle injury in 2013 that caused him to miss a few games. But all reports have said that he is ahead of schedule in his rehab and should be ready to play before the season starts.

There is a good chance a team will have already drafted Gurley at this point, if he had not torn his ACL there would be no way he made it to #16. And if he is there I think the Texans will take him, Arian Foster is getting older and is starting to get hurt more and more, he''s still good but he is on the down side of his career imo. Other options include WR,CB or OL.


#17. San Diego Chargers: Melvin Gordon, RB, Wisconsin.

Gordon is a beast, he has good size, good but not great speed, makes guys miss, and runs with power. While he doesn't have great speed, he has an tremendous initial burst in his first 15-20 yards which allows him to create separation which leads to longer runs.

He needs to work on his ball security, he fumbled a little too much, he some times doesn't hit the hole as hard as he should or tries to bounce a run outside when he should. You can't juke around or be hesitant if you want to be successful in the NFL as an RB.

The Chargers would love to get Gurley, but Gordon is not a bad consolation prize at all. Gordon is worth a first round pick, and that's not common with how the game is played now. Adding a runner of Gordon's caliber will help their already good offense become even more dangerous.

#18. Kansas City Chiefs: Ereck Flowers, OT, Miami.

Flowers is a big dude, 6'6" 330 and is a potentially dominant run blocker that will probably play RT in the NFL, but played both LT and RT at Miami and has quick feet that will help him as a pass protector. And he plays nasty, that's a must for an NFL OL, you can't be soft at all.

His pass protection needs work, he has quick feet but he doesn't always use them the way he should. he has technique issues that need to be worked out and developed.

The Chiefs already have Eric Fisher at LT, they need a good RT, Flowers gives them that. He will bring some more nastiness to that OL. Other options here include a different OL, CB, DL and WR.


#19. Cleveland Browns: Malcom Brown, DT, Texas.

Brown is very athletic for a 6'2" 320 pound man. He has tremendous power in his upper body, and uses his hands very well, it's hard for OL's to really lock him down and move him around, he's very good against the run and a good pass rusher. He can play at multiple spots in a 4-3 or a 3-4 defense.

He needs to develop more lower body strength and develop more pass rushing moves in the NFL.

The Browns need help on the interior of their DL, and they need help getting pressure on the QB. A player like Eddie Goldman from Florida St. might be a better technical fit for the Cleveland's scheme, but he doesn't bring as much talent and versatility to the table as Brown does, especially as a pass rusher. Other options for the Browns include Eddie Goldman, a OL or a CB.


#20. Philadelphia Eagles: Landon Collins, Safety, Alabama.

Collins is considered by most to be the best safety in this draft, and possibly the only one that goes in the first round. He's a big safety at nearly 230 pounds, he's incredible against the run and good against the pass, he is big and physical enough to match up against bigger WR's and even TE's, but also has good enough feet to stay with some of the quicker slot WR's. He's aggressive and hits hard, but at the same time he wraps up so he doesn't miss many tackles.

He can be beat in a foot race, he has good but not great speed and teams might try and take advantage of that if they are able to get him in one on one coverage against a fast WR. He also has bad hands, he dropped some easy int's during his time at Alabama.

Philly needs help at Safety, Collins is probably the best Safety in this draft, if he is there at #20 I think there is a good chance they take him. Other options here include CB, OLB or OL.


#21. Cincinnati Bengals: Randy Gregory, OLB, Nebraska.

Gregory might be the best OLB in this draft, he is definitely a top 10 or very possibly even a top 5 talent. He is an excellent athlete that can be very good at both rushing the passer and at stopping the run. He's just an explosive player.

He needs to get bigger and stronger, the good news is he has the frame to do it. He is also very raw technique wise, that is going to take some work. The biggest concern is his multiple failed drug tests at Nebraska, and the big red flag is the failed drug test at the combine. If you fail a drug test at the combine you have a problem, you know going in that you will be tested and that every team will know the results of that test.

The Bengals of have a history of taking chances on players with off the field issues, and they could use another pass rusher, that's why I think if Gregory is there they will take him. I think this is a boom or bust pick, in 3 years he will either be an all pro or out or close to out of the league. CB or Safety could also be options here for the Bengals.


#22. Pittsburgh Steelers: Kevin Johnson, CB, Wake Forest.

Johnson is a very good man coverage CB, he has great feet, great hips and plays stronger than his weight(around 190) would indicate he does. He is good in press and zone coverage, and is willing to step up and defend the run.

Even though he plays stronger than his size would make you think he would, he still needs to add some weight get stronger for the NFL, he will need it against the bigger and stronger WR's, and to help him in run defense. He some times plays too soft and gives up completions underneath.

The Steelers need a CB, and a lot of people think Johnson would be the best CB available at this point. Other options include a different CB like Jalen Collins, Byron Jones, or Marcus Peters, maybe a Safety if they like one enough, or a WR or pass rushing OLB.


#23. Detroit Lions: Jalen Collins, CB, LSU.

Collins is a big CB, has very good speed, but his instincts and his ability to make a play on the ball when it is in the air are probably his best attributes. He will also step up against the run.

Collins needs a lot of technique work, and that can take time. He also needs to learn to be both more aggressive and more patient at times.

The Lions probably regret not drafting a CB in the first round of last years draft, drafting Collins should give them an upgrade at CB right away. Other options include OL, DT or maybe an RB if Gordon or Gurley fall to them.


#24. Arizona Cardinals: Eli Harold,OLB, Virgina.

Harold is a versatile pass rusher, he can rush the passer standing up as an OLB , or by putting his hand on the ground as a DE. He has good size and speed, very quick first step, gets around the corner fast and closes on the QB very fast. He can also set the edge to help in the run game, and he is a great effort player, doesn't give up.

Needs to add more muscle in his lower body, let's OL's push him around a little too easily at times.

Arizona wants to add another pass rusher, with the top guys gone they reach a little for Harold. DL, ILB, RB and WR are also potential options.


#25. Carolina Panthers: D.J. Humphries, OT, Florida.

Humpries is a very athletic, tough and nasty OT, he has the skills to be a starter at LT in the NFL. He has good hands, plays with good leverage, and he has good feet that help him both in the run game and in pass protection.

He needs to get bigger and stronger, another 10-15 pounds of muscle might make him extremely formidable. Needs technique work, needs to grand and move defenders more instead of just trying to hit them out of the way with his hands.

The Panthers badly need help on the OL, especially at OT, Humphries is probably the best OT available at this point. Even if he struggles some to start with, he is probably an instant upgrade at LT over what they have right now. WR, CB and maybe an OLB or DE coudl be other options for the Panthers at this spot.


#26. Baltimore Ravens: Nelson Agholor, WR, USC.

Agholor is a great route runner, and just a natural WR, he knows how to get open and make plays. He has good, but not great speed, very quick, very good after the catch with the ball in his hands, makes guys miss, good field vision, And he is a tough player who is also dangerous in the return game.

Needs to get stronger, the better press CB's will probably give him issues, might not be that great outside, but good in the slot.

Agholor's stock has been rising and I think the Ravens need another WR, he has some issues, but so do all the other WR's available at this point. Other options here include RB if they want to reach for one, OL and maybe a pass rushing OLB.


#27. Dallas Cowboys: Byron Jones, CB, Connecticut

Jones is a smart corner with good size and instincts, and decent speed. He set what is believed to be a world record in the broad jump at the combine with a jump of 12 feet 3 inches, he also had a 44.5 inch vertical jump.

He needs to develop better foot work, and he needs to be more physical at times.

The Cowboys would love to get one of the top two RB's, but with them gone they try and fill a need they have on defense. WR and DL are both potential options for the Cowboys here.


#28. Denver Broncos: T.J. Clemmings, OT, Pittsburgh.

Clemmings is an athletic OL, he moves extremely well for an OL. He has powerful hands and has a mean streak, he finishes his blocks, he plays nasty.

Technique is far and away his biggest issue, he's talented, but raw. He has a lot of potential, and even though he is a little raw he could very well give the Broncos a needed upgrade in pass protection this year. DL, ILB and WR are all options here for the Broncos.


#29. Indianapolis Colts: Cameron Erving, OL, Florida St.

Erving is a quick, versatile OL who can play multiple positions on the line. He's quick, strong and is only going to get better as he continues learning the position, he has only played OL for two years.

Needs to use his hands better in pass protection, and being young he still has a lot of learning to do.

The Colts have had issues at Center since before Andrew Luck was the QB, Erving probably starts day 1 and could very well be a long term answer at a position of need. Other options here include OT, WR, Safety and ILB.


#30. Green Bay Packers: Eric Kendricks, ILB, UCLA

Kendricks has a lot of qualities you want in an ILB. He attacks downhill, is very instinctive, can cover sideline to sideline, can drop into coverage in zone or man coverage, and he is a solid tackler.

Could use to get a little bigger and stronger, and he needs work as a pass rusher.

Drafting Kendricks just makes sense because it would allow the Packers to move Clay Matthews back outside where he is just a beast of a pass rusher. DL or OL could also be options for the Packers at this spot.


#31. New Orleans Saints: Phillip Dorsett, WR, Miami.

Dorsett is a speed demon, he has legitimate 4.3 speed and actually ran a 4.27 at his pro day. He can line up inside or outside, though he will probably used in the slot most of the time. He can blow the top off any defense, but is also capable of being more than just a deep threat.

Needs to work on his route running, has had some issues with his hands, and staying healthy might be harder for him because of his smaller size.

The Saints could some exciting things with both Dorsett and Brandin Cooks on the field together, it would make Drew Brees happy. DL, OL and CB are also options for the Saints at this spot.


#32. New England Patriots: Eddie Goldman, DL, Florida St.

He is an outstanding run defender, he is incredibly strong, can occupy two defenders, does not get pushed bad easily at all, he holds his ground. He does what you ask a NT to do and more because he makes plays, he's not there just to take up space.

He's probably not going to give you much of a pass rush, and he is probably limited to a 3-4 scheme.

The Patriots lost Vince Wilfork in the off season, and they may have a chance to draft his replacement right here in Eddie Goldman. I am not saying he will have the type of career Wilfork has had, but that's the position he will play. Other options here could include, CB, RB and WR.


And there it is, I would like to hear thoughts on it, as I said feel free to praise, criticize, ask questions or just discuss my mock draft.