NFL Mock Draft 2015: Complete 1st-Round Predictions Before NFL Honors

It's the eve of Super Bowl XLIX, and by Sunday night, the entire 2015 NFL draft order will come to fruition. Although, having the order set is just the beginning of the long process leading up to the rookie showcase April 30.

Prospects will continue to be evaluated, and fluctuations in draft stock will alter the ever-changing landscape of the draft. However, that isn't the only aspect that could potentially change a team's decision on draft day, as the free-agency period will play a huge role in each franchise's strategy.

Due to the expected high quality of players set to hit the open market, rest assured some teams will lose key players and focus on addressing vacancies via the draft. Here's a look at how the entire first round is likely to shake out, followed by some in-depth analysis involving picks that are likely to be influenced by the loss of free agents.

Pick	Team	Selection
1	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon
2	Tennessee Titans	Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State
3	Jacksonville Jaguars	Leonard Williams, DT, USC
4	Oakland Raiders	Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama
5	Washington Redskins	Randy Gregory, DE/OLB, Nebraska
6	New York Jets	Brandon Scherff, OT, Iowa
7	Chicago Bears	Shane Ray, DE, Missouri
8	Atlanta Falcons	Dante Fowler, DE/OLB, Florida
9	New York Giants	Landon Collins, S, Alabama
10	St. Louis Rams	Kevin White, WR, West Virginia
11	Minnesota Vikings	Andrus Peat, OT, Stanford
12	Cleveland Browns	DeVante Parker, WR, Louisville
13	New Orleans Saints	Vic Beasley, DE/OLB, Clemson
14	Miami Dolphins	Trae Waynes, CB, Michigan State
15	San Francisco 49ers	Dorial Green-Beckham, WR, Oklahoma
16	Houston Texans	La'el Collins, OT, LSU
17	San Diego Chargers	Bud Dupree, DE/OLB, Kentucky
18	Kansas City Chiefs	Jaelen Strong, WR, Arizona State
19	Cleveland Browns (via Buffalo)	Danny Shelton, DT, Washington
20	Philadelphia Eagles	Marcus Peters, CB, Washington
21	Cincinnati Bengals	Shaq Thompson, OLB, Wasington
22	Pittsburgh Steelers	P.J. Williams, CB, Florida State
23	Detroit Lions	Eddie Goldman, DT, Florida State
24	Arizona Cardinals	Benardrick McKinney, ILB, Miss State
25	Carolina Panthers	T.J. Clemmings, OT, Pittsburgh
26	Baltimore Ravens	Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, CB, Oregon
27	Dallas Cowboys	Malcom Brown, DT, Texas
28	Denver Broncos	Jordan Phillips, DT, Oklahoma
29	Indianapolis Colts	Melvin Gordon, RB, Wisconsin
30	Green Bay Packers	Arik Armstead, DE, Oregon
31	New England Patriots	Sammie Coates, WR, Auburn
32	Seattle Seahawks	Erek Flowers, OT, Miami

Draft Picks Influenced by Free Agency

9. New York Giants: Landon Collins, S, Alabama

There's a strong possibility the Giants will be losing safety Antrel Rolle in free agency. The veteran's five-year, $37.1 million contract is up, and he may be demanding more money than New York is willing to pay. If that's the case, expect the team to address the vacancy early in the draft.

Losing Rolle would be a big blow to the Giants, as he finished the 2014 season second on the team with 87 total tackles. However, selecting Collins at No. 9 overall would ease the pain, as the highly experienced Alabama product has the ability to step in and contribute immediately.

At 6'0" and 222 pounds, Collins has a powerful build and doesn't shy away from contact, racking up tackles in the open field and remaining a constant asset in run support. His fluidity and agility allow him to change direction quickly and cover plenty of space in coverage and potentially line up at cornerback in a pinch.

15. San Francisco 49ers: Dorial Green-Beckham, WR, Oklahoma

Former first-rounder Michael Crabtree may be on his way out of San Francisco in free agency. The veteran's six-year, $32 million contract is up, and a struggling 49ers offense may opt to allow the possession receiver to walk and add a more dynamic option on the outside.

If that's the case, the team could pull the trigger on Green-Beckham at No. 15 overall. A freakish athlete, the 6'5", 225-pound Green-Beckham has great length and leaping ability, forming an enormous catch radius. He boasts nice acceleration off the line of scrimmage, making him a legitimate vertical threat as well.

While the receiver does have some off-field concerns he must address—several incidents led to his departure from Missouri—he has enormous upside on the field and could prove to be one of the league's elite down the road.

23. Detroit Lions: Eddie Goldman, DT, Florida State

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The Lions may be set to take the biggest hit of any NFL team in free agency, as defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh's five-year, $64.5 million contract has expired. One of the best in the league at his position, Suh continues to be a force against both the run and pass, accumulating 53 total tackles, 8.5 sacks and 13 tackles for a loss in 2014.

If the Lions are going to sustain their top-ranked run defense, adding a replacement early in the draft is necessary. That makes Goldman a perfect fit for Detroit. At 6'3" and 320 pounds, the former Seminole has tremendous upper-body strength and a wide base, making him a monster in the trenches.

Capable of producing against both the run and the pass, Goldman anchors himself nicely on the line against the run and utilizes a mean bull rush to bully his way into the backfield against the pass. Surprising quickness allows Goldman to double as a defensive end, giving the Lions plenty of versatility along their defensive front.

28. Denver Broncos: Jordan Phillips, DT, Oklahoma

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Denver was extremely solid against the run during the 2014 regular season, finishing second in the league in that category. One big reason for the team's success was defensive tackle Terrance Knighton. Unfortunately, his two-year, $4.5 million contract is up, making him a candidate to leave via free agency.

That would be a huge loss for the Broncos, as Knighton racked up 30 total tackles, two sacks, four tackles for a loss and three passes defensed during the season. Losing his productivity could cause Denver to seek a replacement early in the draft, and if that's the case, the team would do well by adding Phillips.

At 6'6" and 334 pounds, Phillips certainly looks the part of a dominant NFL defensive tackle. Despite his large frame, the Oklahoma product is very athletic. Utilizing a great burst off the snap and solid technique, he sends offensive linemen back on their heels. A powerful player as well, Phillips can handle double-teams, holding his ground while controlling both A-gaps.