2012 NFL Draft Projections: Michael Floyd and WRs Who Will Be First-Round Picks

Although no wide receivers from the 2012 draft class will duplicate A.J. Green's rookie success, there are several talented prospects available.

Top to bottom, receiver may be the deepest position in this year's draft. I'm expecting the following four wideouts to be drafted in the first round.

Justin Blackmon, Oklahoma State

This one is a no-brainer, as Blackmon has been near the top of draft boards all season long.

The 6'1", 215-pound junior had a spectacular year at Oklahoma State. He caught 113 passes for 1,336 yards and 15 touchdowns, earning him his second consecutive Fred Biletnikoff Award as the nation's top wide receiver.

Blackmon isn't insanely fast, but he makes up for it with his strong route-running and exceptional hands. He snatches everything thrown his way, making difficult catches look effortless.

Blackmon will be a top 10 selection. He would be an excellent addition to the Carolina Panthers, who currently have the ninth pick.

Michael Floyd, Notre Dame

Floyd's size (6'3", 224 pounds) makes him a matchup nightmare for most cornerbacks.

He has long arms and big hands, two physical traits that you love to see in a receiver. He uses his frame to his advantage and is great at adjusting to balls thrown behind him.

Florida State limited him to just 41 yards on five catches in the Champs Sports Bowl, but he did manage to score his ninth touchdown of the season.

I expect Floyd to be drafted in the 10-15 range.

Alshon Jeffery, South Carolina

Jeffery's build and skill set are similar to Floyd's but he's not quite as polished.

He doesn't have blazing speed, but at 6'4", 229 pounds, Jeffery will be able to overpower cornerbacks at the next level.

He needs to improve his route-running, and his production was less than ideal this season. Still, Jeffery is a first-round talent.

He will be a major goal line threat at the next level. I expect him to be drafted in the late teens or early 20s.

Kendall Wright, Baylor

Wright is basically the exact opposite of Floyd and Jeffery in terms of physical attributes.

The 5'10", 190 pound senior has explosive speed and ankle-breaking quickness that makes up for his lack of size.

Unfortunately, he's pretty raw at this point. His route-running needs major improvement, and he often lets passes get into his body.

He has the potential to be a Steve Smith-like (Carolina) deep threat in the NFL. He'll probably be picked up in the mid- to late-20s.

If he shows some improvement in his technique between now and the draft, Wright could skyrocket up draft boards.