2011 NFL Draft, Part 1: A Complete Mock Draft, Picks 1-22 (With Trades)

The draft is upon us. 

It's about time. 

The NFL mock drafts have changed over and over in four months. When the college season was over, everyone was high on Nick Fairley and now it's Cam Newton. Who really knows? 

Nobody. But that's what makes this fun! And, if you're right, you've got bragging rights (no matter if its the NFL or the water cooler). It's simply fun to be a fan and analyst. 

This draft is exciting this year because there was no free agency. Which means that the approach of each team is possibly going to be altered, envisioning rookies in certain positions out of need.

This draft has the possibility of being a nightmare with rumors of teams bypassing their pick, waiting until later.

Lastly, this draft had no true heralded superstar coming out. When Andrew Luck decided to stay at Stanford, the NFL draft lost its most well rounded star. Draftniks have been scrambling to fill that spot since the college season ended.

NFL fans, I decided to examine your favorite teams depth charts from last season and draft based on what they need. I did this because there isn't one athlete which is a Marshall Faulk or Ed Reed which I would draft simply because he's superstar. 

I would love to hear your feedback, I'm counting on it. 

And the First Pick of the 2011 NFL Draft, the Carolina Panthers Choose...

Marcell Dareus, DT Alabama. 

I really wanted Carolina to take Patrick Peterson. I looked at every angle, I tried to make it happen. It just wasn't the right place or right time. It had nothing to do with this being the first pick. 

This pick makes sense on many levels. 

Drafting Marcell Dareus means that Carolina's front office is dedicated to building this team from the inside out. That normally is the recipe for success in the NFL. 

Dareus would most likely start along side of Derek Landri with Nick Hayden in rotation. This line up creates a foundation for the rest of the field, if the opponent can't move the ball, the Panthers can dictate their game plan. Derek Landri had a decent season, these two would pair well together. 

This would also compliment Charles Johnson, who had 11.5 sacks last season. 

His strengths: He can play both end and tackle because of his athleticism and depending on the defensive system, Rivera says he'll play a 4-3. This system will work to Marcell's strengths. 

Rivera is a 4-3 defensive guru. This is a great fit. 

Areas to improve: His strength. What do I mean? Well, Ndamukong Suh benched pressed 225 32 times while Marcell Dareus put up 225 24 times. That's a significant difference in strength for a defensive tackle. This means that Dareus will have to either get stronger faster or develop his technique. 

Other consideration: Nick Fairley, DT Auburn.  

And the Denver Broncos Chose with the Second Pick...

Patrick Peterson CB, LSU

The Denver defense was horrible last season. So bad they're transitioning from a 3-4 to a 4-3. This is very wise because that's what their front seven is best suited for. It is easier to find tackles to fit into the 4-3 system. 

Big. Strong. Fast. If you have a 6' 0" 219 pound corner who can play man to man or safety, you have the perfect choice for the second pick of the draft. This will free up and enable John Elway to focus on the front seven. There really are a lot of great picks for the defense throughout the remainder of the draft. 

Now you have this extremely talented rookie starting opposite Champ Bailey. You simply can't pass up this opportunity (no pun intended). Such a pick immediately strengthens the defense and special teams if the staff will let him return kicks. 

Peterson has been regarded constantly as a top 3 pick. Some have considered him the number one pick, Dareus will be off the board. Peterson will fit in perfectly: mentored by both Champ Bailey and Brian Dawkins. He creates competition with Andre Goodman. What a fabulous opportunity for the Denver Broncos. 

Strengths: Like I said, he comes with the complete package. He's a football player and athlete. He comes ready to be coached in the NFL. He was a complete collegiate athlete. I look forward to seeing how his career unfolds in the NFL. 

Areas to improve: if he's such a stud, why only 4 interceptions? If he is a multidimensional athlete why wasn't he used as such? His stats tend to resemble that of a safety, another position he can play. 

Peterson simply makes sense. He makes this older defense backfield better right away. He is a bigger, more NFL ready, version of Vontae Davis. 

And the Buffalo Bills, in the 2011 Draft, Choose:

A.J. Green WR, Georgia

I understand that the Buffalo's offense saw a resurgence last year. They still ranked only 24th in the passing game, 18th in the running game (the offense averaged barely 18 points per game!). With all of the talk about the offensive ship being re-focused and the defense needing help, I'm not convinced. Steve Johnson will be covered well next season. The Bills need another target. 

While the Buffalo Bills were 32nd against the run, they were 3rd in pass...3rd. I understand that Von Miller has been everyone's choice. However, outside linebackers are not the picks to take when you want to assert yourself in the run game. Outside linebackers are what a team picks to help with the passing game. Von Miller plays a hybrid position on the weak side of the field. 

The Bills need to establish the 3-4: inside linebackers, tackles, and then outside linebackers to set the edge. There are an abundance of 3-4 guys in the second round, of which the Bills pick 2nd. 

A.J. Green builds on a strength. The Bills now have two great wide receivers with depth on the chart. Chan Gailey's offense is taking hold in Buffalo and picking A.J. Green makes a lot of sense for Buffalo because he brings the size and strength necessary to compliment the other side of the field. 

His strengths: size, strength, and speed. He played in a pro-style offense at Georgia. He comes ready to play for the Bills. 

Areas to Improve: Needs to refine his route running. It is easy to get lost in an offense when the route running is sloppy. He would be in the right system to refine that skill. 

And Now to the Bengals.

Cam Newton QB, Auburn. 

"Slam" Newton had an amazing college career. 

I've watched him play, I went back to watch the highlights over and again. It seems like I'm watching the Wildcat offense on steroids (which is not a good thing). 

I simply don't know how Newton's skill set fits into the NFL. Yep, he was the Heisman winner because he was awesome for one year in college. I don't know who to compare him to because watching his highlights is, again, like watching the Wildcat with a running back who can throw. 

The Bengals like challenges. Newton would sell tickets, and the Bengals clearly need a QB because Palmer will not be there (one way or another). 

I don't like one year wonders. They don't have a good track record in the NFL. Yet, because he is clearly athletic and very talented, he fits perfectly with the Cincinnati Bengals.

Strengths: Natural athlete. Can clearly throw down field. Very gifted runner with a good arm. Too bad the Raiders aren't choosing in this spot. Has the greatest risk/reward attached to this pick. Wants to be a leader. 

Areas to improve: Will need to learn the NFL way of life. The playbook will be vastly larger, running an NFL offense much more complicated. His feet won't always save him. One gets the feeling that he may be overwhelmed. 

And with the 5th Pick the Arizona Cardinals Choose....

Von Miller OLB, Texas A&M

The temptation is to chose Blaine Gabbert simply because he's on the board. It's just not a great fit. 

One gets the feeling that Arizona will be looking for their next Kurt Warner, a veteran who can simply run the offense, getting the ball to Fitzgerald and Breaston. Maybe Donovan McNabb? Whomever the QB, the offense is not currently designed for a rookie quarterback to come in and win now. 

Meanwhile, the defense is in shambles. They need to stop the run, get sacks, and simply make plays. Von Miller would fit nicely here. He is a hybrid linebacker, something the Cardinals were desperately hoping Joey Porter might bring (but failed miserably). 

Von Miller is their guy to bring that pressure, he fits well into the 3-4 scheme of the Cardinals. The Cardinals sack leader had six sacks last year. The Cardinals need an infusion of talent in the linebacking corp. Particularly because the of defensive scheme. 

I get the idea that much of this draft will be about an infusion of youth on the defensive side of the ball while collecting veterans for offense once the lockout ends. 

His strengths: everything the Cardinals currently need on defense, speed, strength, creativity, and coverage.

Areas to improve: Relies on his speed rush too often. Will need to develop his use of technique at the NFL level. Will face some difficulties setting the edge in the 3-4 during the run because he tends depend much on his speed rather than technique. 

With Pick 6, Cleveland Adds Fire Power to Their Offense.

Julio Jones WR, Alabama

I remember when Alabama was making their way towards a national championship in 2009. The more I watched their games the more I heard comparisons between Jones and Randy Moss. 

Then he faded a bit...only to storm his way back onto the land of the football elite last season. 

Meanwhile, Cleveland's leading receiver was a tight end. Colt McCoy needs Jones. 

Julio Jones comes from a pro-style offense. That means a lot now that most receivers are coming from a spread offense. They need to re-learn many NFL level skills. Jones can do all of the thing necessary to make him the 6th over all pick. 

If Peyton Hillis  is going to last another season in the NFL, the Browns need Julio Jones. Not to mention Jones would come in and start almost immediately. 

The NFL had forgotten how good Jones was. He was overshadowed by a trio of quality running backs at Alabama. Yet, in his junior year, he posted quality numbers to attract the NFL's attention. Then he wowed the crowd at the combine. He clearly in ready for the NFL. 

Cleveland had just better make sure they're the lucky winners. 

Strengths: Big. Strong. Capable of doing what an OC coach would need to move the chain. Jones would come in understanding the run-first offensive system. 

Areas to improve: Not used to running crisp routes on a play to play basis. Needs refining (what college receiver doesn't?). He has one of the most comprehensive collegiate football resumes in the draft. 

Coach Harbaugh Plays to His Strengths with Pick 7 in the NFL Draft.

Blaine Gabbert QB, Missouri

I still find it incredibly odd that Andrew Luck didn't follow his coach into the NFL. There's must be a story there concerning the relationship between Coach Harbaugh and Andrew Luck. It is easy to say that Coach Harbaugh made Stanford and trained Luck to be a number one pick. It would've be completely understandable if the 49ers traded to the one pick for him. 

Now Harbaugh will draft a quarterback who can run his kind of offense and is more athletic than Luck. 

Gabbert has shown at the combine and his pro-day that being under the center is no big deal for him. He is naturally gifted at reading the entire field. 

My question still remains: where was he during the college season when everyone was talking about the greatness of Cam Newton, Jake Locker, and Andrew Luck? All of a sudden the NFL Network's Charlie Casserly has him ranked behind only a couple of other accomplished collegiate quarterbacks and ahead of others that you might find intriguing: 

Casserly's rankings: 

1. Sam Bradford, Rams 2010
2. Matt Ryan, Falcons 2008
3. Matt Stafford, Lions 2009
4. Blaine Gabbert, ???? 2011
5. Mark Sanchez, Jets 2009
6. Joe Flacco, Ravens 2008
7. Josh Freeman 2009.

He must've caught NFL Draft hype fever. 

Nevertheless. I think he's a good fit in Harbaugh's system and would be a great product of the coaching staff in San Francisco. 

His Strengths: Athletic, sees the field well very well. Played in a complicates system in college. Reminds me of "Sunshine" from "Remember the Titans." Handsome, athletic, and great arm. 

Areas of Improvement: Has only practice playing under center. Practiced. He will clearly need to be developed in an NFL style offense. He's come from nowhere and is being heralded as the top one or two top quarterback in the draft. High risk/reward pick. 

Coach Mike Munchaks' First Pick in the 2011 NFL Draft Is:

Nick Fairely DT, Auburn. 

Nick Fairely was once the pick to be number in Carolina. Tennessee will have the steal of the draft! 

He will fit perfectly into the tough defensive attitude the Titans play. 

There have been some questions about his work ethic. My assumption is that the Titans have done their homework and recognize the risk/reward Fairley brings.

I believe that Marcell Dareus and Nick Fairly are 1a and 1b, in no particular order.  

Not that I don't believe that his road to the NFL takes away from his talent. However, he's had one year of solid play at Auburn. His work ethic has openly been question, along with his dirty play. 

He will get along perfectly with Cortland Finnegan. He seems to have Tennessee Titan written all over him. 

His Strengths: he can play end or tackle. He brings depth and starting power to a struggling defense. He has a great motor. He looks like he belongs in a Titans uniform. 

Areas to Improve: He is known as a cheap short artist in college. His work ethic is in question. He was once the pick to go first and has slipped down due to personality issues. 

Dallas Needs Internal Help with Pick 9.

Gabe Carimi OT, Wisconsin. 

Yes, I'm going in a different direction than most. Gabe Carimi fits too well into the Cowboy's scheme of drafting lineman. He's bigger and more refined than Tyron Smith. Smith is smaller and not what the Cowboys draft historically when taking lineman. 

He's got Cowboy size, weight, and nastiness. 

Smith is 6' 5" 309...Marc Columbo is 6' 8" 320, Doug Free is 6' 6" 320, even the back up Sam Young is 6' 8" 322. Gabe Carimi is 6' 7" 314, he would make a lot of sense for the Cowboys. This shouldn't surprise anyone. 

Carimi was the Outland Trophy winner. He is a mature lineman ready to come in and start. Smith is still too risky. Rule of thumb is you go with the mature, established, successful lineman. They rarely fail. 

Either way, the Cowboys need to go offensive line. It's time to rebuild with rookies who are ready to start not ready to be developed. Carimi is that tackle. 

Wisconsin loves to develop offensive lineman. They have a wonderful history. Carimi is a great piece of that history. 

His Strengths: He has competed against the following competition (Ryan Kerrigan, Adrian Clayborn, Cameron Jordan and teammate J.J. Watt). He has played both left and right tackle. At the combine, he also played guard). His resume has more depth and accomplishment. Frankly, he's had more success than Smith. 

Areas to improve: Not many. They say he's stiff in some of his blocking technique. However, he's anchored the number 5 ranked scoring offense. He's won enough awards to fill two closets (2010 Outland Trophy winner and was named the Bog 10 offensive lineman of the year. In addition, he was a unanimous first-team All American, a consensus first-team All-Big Ten selection (and an Academic All-Big Ten selection). 

At Pick 10, the Washington Redskins Steal the Next Best Lineman.

Tyron Smith OT, USC. 

Last year it was Trent Williams. This year it's Tyron Smith. Shanahan is clearly in the mode of molding and building his offense. The offensive line is always where it begins. 

Shanahan has a history of the zone blocking scheme. He needs athletic offensive lineman. Smith is that guy Shanahan can mold into a zone blocker. Jammal Brown will be 31 years of age. Not a bad mentor if he's still on the roster. The Redskins can have two bookend tackles to build their offense around. Smith adds necessary depth and competition. 

Even if a wide receiver was available, it may be healthier for the Redskins to build their offensive line. That's where the championships are made. Smith is athletic, perfect for the normal direction of a Shanahan developed offensive scheme. 

There are wide receivers, quarterbacks, and safeties to found in the second round an on. In the first round, The Redskins need a stable and competitive offensive line. 

His Strengths: He's an athlete. It's what the Redskins need. He's stronger than Trent Williams coming out of college. He is just beginning to peak, with his body catching up to his talent. Offensive lineman coach Chris Foerster has the NFL background to develop him. 

Areas to Improve: His talent is slightly raw. He tends to get a little confused at times. Nevertheless, he played on the strongest part of the offensive line. You can't be confused as a right tackle. 

Houston Drafts a Prince with Pick 11.

Prince Amukamara CB, Nebraska

The Texans really needed someone to cover. The Houston defense became a sift the more the game went on. The need linebackers and corners.

Houston is thrilled that Prince is still on the board at pick 11. They need help on the corner desperately. During the 2010 campaign, they were so in need for help, they started Jason Allen (a former Miami Dolphin first round bust). This did not help. 

Prince Amukamara brings the game which Houston needs. Simply cover and play the ball effectively. He's simply a complete corner. 

His Strengths: Great size. Fast. Ready to start. That's exactly what you want in a corner starved defensive backfield. He will become a stable presence for the Texans' backfield. He's smart. 

Areas to strengthen: He is a cover corner. While he's got great size, run coverage is a bit of a weakness. 

Minnesota Vikings, with the 12th Pick, Go With...

Ryan Mallett QB, Arkansas. 

So many have the Vikings picking a defensive athlete. The Vikings need Ryan Mallett at this pick and this is why:

1. With Adrian Peterson running the ball, Mallett has a learning curve to grow. I think a lot of Joe Flacco when I see Ryan Mallett. The Vikings become the Baltimore Ravens of the NFC North accept they have Adrian Peterson (that makes all the difference). 

2. With the Vikings offense, Mallett is surrounded by a group of competent competitors. 

3. Bill Musgrave could coach him. 

Ryan Mallett can be everything his talent alludes to: strong armed, accurate quarterback. The Sun Sentinel in Miami did an extensive article on Ryan Mallett because there is talk about issues off the field. Wherever he's gone, people like him and enjoy playing with him. He's worth the risk at the 12 pick because he won't be there unless Minnesota moves further down the 1st round. Miami sits with the 15th pick, there are lots of connection with Miami and Mallett. 

His strengths: Arm, big arm. Accuracy, great accuracy. Comes from a pro-style offense which was complex to run. He's very confident, ready to run an NFL offense. He has managed the critique from the draft scouts and media well. The critique is similar to what Dan Marino faced coming out of college. 

Areas to improve: Mallett has stated that he has been completely transparent about his issues off the field. All that to say, he has to stay clean off the field. I think he's the most NFL ready quarterback. 

Detroit Needs to Protect Matthew Stafford with the 13th Pick.

Anthony Castonzo OL, Boston College

He has lined up as everything but center while playing at Boston College. That kind of multipurpose talent is what Detroit needs to protect Matthew Stafford. 

Sometimes the best way to make the first round pick most effective is to stabilize the offensive line. There are few things better in football than that. Castonzo does that for Detroit. 

At some point, he will relieve Jeff Backus of his position, something I understand Detroit would like because Backus can be someone unreliable at times. 

Castonzo can be the future of the Lions. After Stafford was hurt last year, hopefully Castonzo won't be the last pick for the offensive line. 

Strengths: All around solid offensive lineman. His technique is undeniable, often using his skill set to get him out of trouble. He has started all four years at Boston College. I always find it amazing when freshmen come straight into college and start. 

Areas to improve: needs to get stronger. His technique is sound. Yet, if he develops his strength, he can move people instead of dancing with them. 

St. Louis Hope for Interceptions with the 14th Pick.

Rahim Moore S, UCLA. 

The only thing Rahim Moore did at UCLA was take the ball away from his opponents.

The Rams may want to trade down from this pick for Moore. But, I believe that Indy is also interested in him. 

Rahim Moore can play both sides of the field. He is a strategist, capable of seeing where the ball is going to go. He has excellent play making skills. 

Remember, I said that I was drafting according to need. The Rams need a linebacker and there is none for the first round value (Akeem Ayers was tempting though). 

Some are disappointed that Rahim Moore did not follow up on a 10 interception junior season. It was because he became the focal point for opponent's quarterbacks to stay away from. Simply, don't throw it to where he is covering! UCLA was relatively small on defense, making it easy to push them around at times. 

The St. Louis Rams are looking for athletes to play the field. Rahim Moore is that guy. 

Strengths: loves the ball. 10 interceptions in one year is never a mistake. Loves to lead. Has connected with Ed Reed to learn from/be mentored by. He had 10 interceptions in a year. The next season was asked to play more of a strong safety role because of a young defense. 

Areas to improve: Needs to get thicker/stronger. 

A Trade at Pick 15, the Indianapolis Colts Are on the Clock.

Nate Solder OT, Colorado. 

Miami Dolphins found themselves between a rock and a hard place. Ryan Mallett is gone, so is Gabe Carimi. 

This pick was a conundrum. All the rumors of wanting interior linemen, running backs, and wide receivers. Mike Pouncey reminds me of Samson Satele, they shared the same combine numbers, eerie. I'm not sure if Pouncey's a little bit of an upgrade. The problem is that Pouncey struggled with larger defensive tackles. Well, N.Y. Jets, Patriots, and Bills all use a large 3-4 nose tackles. That decision just didn't sit well with me. 

Indianapolis gets Miami's pick 15 in the first round and they swap third round picks, moving the Colts up in the third also. The Colts give the Dolphins their second round. Miami moves to the 22nd pick in the first round. 

Rumor is that the New England Patriots like Nate Solder because of his athleticism. Indianapolis focuses on the next best tackle in the draft, a great choice for the Colts in that it solidifies Peyton Manning's blind side with a pure left tackle, reminiscent of Ryan Clady. 

Nate Solder fits perfectly into the Colts system. He relies on the use of his entire, and very large, body to protect the quarterback. A stat I thought was interesting: "With the Buffaloes often trailing, 1,400 of those 2,540 plays were passes — many on obvious passing downs — and Solder allowed just five sacks and 21 pressures (14 as a sophomore). So that means the defender he was blocking influenced a play in just 26 of those 1,400 passing attempts, or 1.8 percent during Solder’s career."

Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2011/04/24/2823311/colorados-solder-makes-the-right.html#ixzz1Kb4B4p7Q

His Strengths: Technique and good use of body size. He knows how to manipulate the effort of his opponent. Very reliable. 

Areas to improve: Needs to get stronger. Some say he stands up a bit because of his body size. Practicing against Dwight Freeney will address some of those issues. 

Jacksonville Chooses with the 16th Pick...

J.J. Watt DE, Wisconsin.

A great fit for the Jacksonville 4-3. He can protect the strongside of the field, making a significant improvement for the Jaguars running stopping defense. He has a great motor but needs some improvement in his pass rushing, often relying on his great strength to get to the quarterback.

The Jaguars simply need big lineman who can deny the offense progress at the line of scrimmage. J.J. Watt is a good start through this draft. While the Jacksonville offense was decent (well, Maurice Jones Drew was awesome anyways). 

Now the defense needs some big strong and athletic defensive lineman, J.J. Watt is their man. He is in stark opposite to Derrick Harvey. J.J. Watt can step in and play now. 

His strengths: 6' 5" 290lbs, 34 225 bench press, 4.84 40 yard dash. He can play defensive end full time and pass rush as a tackle. He brings a great skill set to the table. 

Areas to improve: He's probably not going to get you more than 8-10 sacks a year. He's not as fast as speed rushers. I don't know if Jacksonville is looking for another Derrick Harvey. 

New England, for the 17th Pick, Chooses:

Akeem Ayers OLB, UCLA

New England loves hybrid players. I've heard Mark Ingram here, that's (normally) not Belichick's style. 

Ayers comes from a creative system of defense at UCLA. I've seen Ayers play several different positions on the field. Not to mention his ability to put pressure on the quarterback. Ayers is someone Belichick can be creative with. 

Ayers is athletic. He can make plays for the passing game. Something the Patriots need, help with the passing game in coverage and with pressure. 

Second guessing with Belichick is tough because he loves to trade his picks. 

His Strengths: great with pressure and with the blitz. He fits well into the Patriots system, it's that simple. 

Areas to improve: He will need support with setting the edge in the 3-4. Ayers was the best linebacker on the field and was forced to do a lot. It will be different with the Patriots. 

San Diego Is on the Clock at Pick 18.

Da'Quan Bowers DE, Clemson

In 2008 Phillip Merling was projected as a late first early second round pick because of sports hernia injury. The Miami Dolphins took him nevertheless because of what the Dolphins thought of his upside. 

This is what the Chargers do with this pick. Da'Quan Bowers has a knee injury but the Chargers have a good defense with a horrible special teams. Bowers will have time to heal and adjust. 

He had great size and decent strength. He will fit into the Chargers 3-4 system well because he will offer depth until he is ready to start. 

This is a steal for the Bolts because Bowers was thought to be the first pick for a brief moment. 

The key is Bowers can heal because he is not forced to start. 

His Strengths: Can play both the run and pass. He can play in multiple systems because of his size and motor. 

Area to improve: While Bowers finished with 16 sacks, he is a one year wonder at this point. 

New York Giants Are on the Clock...

Mike Pouncey G/C, Florida. 

Shaun O'hara has 12 year in the league. It's time to plan for the future. Mike Pouncey can play guard or center. He can start to wait his turn. This puts the Giants in a great position: depth with sincere competition. 

Pouncey, while being a first round pick, doesn't have to win his teammates over immediately. He will have time to learn the offensive concept and wait for his turn. 

He played a spread offense in Florida. He will need some time to transition to a pro-style offense in N.Y.

This pick is a win-win for everyone. While the Giants need young depth and tackle, Pouncey gives the team the youth movement, paving the way without having to throw him into the fire. 

Strengths: Athletic, he fit well into the spread formation. He is an overall well trained offensive lineman. 

Areas of improvement: Needs more strength. Needs to become accustomed to the NFL playing style, Tim Tebow is definitely not Eli Manning. I don't think he's ready to start right away like his brother. 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Take with the 20th Pick:

Ryan Kerrigan DE, Purdue. 

Ryan Kerrigan brings strength and a high engine to the Buccaneers. His play improved every season while at Purdue. He would fit in well with the 4-3 defense. 

He can stop the run and rush the passer. 

Kerrigan would be a legitimate athlete on a defensive line that struggles to rush the passer off the edge. 

In the Tampa 2 defense he wouldn't have to worry about becoming an outside linebacker. He brings depth to a group of defensive ends. 

Strengths: pure heart and a motor to get to the ball. Has a way of always stripping the football from the carrier. Seems to love the game. 

Areas to improve: Needs to learn the NFL style of playing defensive end. He could start simply because of his motor, but that will only take him so far. 

Kansas City Chooses with the 21st Pick...

Torrey Smith WR, Maryland. 

The K.C. Chiefs had the number one rushing offense in the NFL...and the 30th ranked passing offense. They really need another target. 

Torrey Smith simply likes to score touchdowns. While he was criticized for his route running, imagine when he has an NFL coach teach him. 

Kansas City is looking for a wide receiver to compliment Dwayne Bowe. That's really important for an offensive team looking to mature. 

Torrey Smith could learn from Chris Chambers and Dwayne Bowe. He would be in a perfect scenario. Kansas City would have another valuable target. 

Strengths: Can stretch the field. Will compliment the offense if he can learn to run the routes. Kansas City would be a great place to grow for Torrey. 

Areas of weakness: Does struggle to run the routes necessary for NFL standards.