2012 NFL Mock Draft: Andrew Luck and All Indianapolis Colts' Picks

The Indianapolis Colts have reportedly already made up their mind that they will draft Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2012 NFL draft.

The Colts are officially the worst team in the NFL right now, so Luck would be a huge addition.

It seems strange to be talking about the Colts in such a light, but a year without Peyton Manning has really exposed many of their flaws.

There are plenty of holes to fill on this team though, so rounds two through seven are going to be equally as important.

Every week Bleacher Report NFL Draft lead writer Matt Miller and Andrew Kulha break down the NFL, college football and the NFL draft on their draft show Fourth And Long: A Football Podcast.

If you're a fan of the Indianapolis Colts we have quite the treat for you. Here's the audio of Matt Miller's full mock draft for the Colts:

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Here are Matt's picks for the Indianapolis Colts, with Kulha’s analysis:

Rd 1 Pick 1- Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford

AK's Breakdown: Luck is everything that you're looking for in a quarterback coming into the NFL. He's mechanically sound, he's got great size at 6-4 235 pounds. He can play under center or in the shotgun, and has experience running a pro system. He can make just about every throw on the field, but really excels at putting the ball where he wants his receiver to be, and leads them to go get it. Hit's people in stride like an NFL veteran, and he's very knowledgeable quarterback. 

Miller's Take:

Jim Irsay is making this one easy on us by leaking a report that the Colts will draft Luck with the No. 1 overall pick. It's not rocket science, folks. This is the pick that needs to be made. Conspiracy theorists will say he's announcing this to drum up interest in a trade—but the fact of the matter is he didn't have to do that. Everyone already knew the Colts should draft Luck, this just confirms it.

Miller's Take: Replacing Peyton Manning won't be easy, but drafting a quarterback who grades out higher than Manning did in 1997 helps.

Rd. 2 Pick 1- Brandon Thompson, DT, Clemson

AK's Breakdown: Thompson has great speed for a defensive lineman and uses that to get off his blocks and get into the backfield. He's very active and is much more than a "gap filler". He accumulated 46 tackles, 2.5 sacks and six tackles for loss this season, which goes to prove that point. He can get in the backfield and cause havoc. 

Miller's Take:

Rebuilding the defense has to take precedence in Indianapolis after they select Luck. Brandon Thompson has the size and quickness to step in to the three-technique position and wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks. Thompson is a first-rounder on some boards, but not mine. His production in 2011 wasn't great, leaving him a gamble even here in Round 2.

Rd 3 Pick 1- Jarius Wright, WR, Arkansas

AK's Breakdown: Wright possesses great speed off the line of scrimmage, which is a must for him at only 5-10 and 180 pounds. He creates room with his speed and has great hands to back that up. Can be a deep threat because of his speed, but I see him being more dangerous as a slot receiver. Have to wonder if he will have trouble getting jammed by bigger NFL cornerbacks.

Miller's Take: 

You can't hope to replace Reggie Wayne with a draft pick, but this is a good start. Wright will bring speed to the Indianapolis offense, giving them a threat they haven't had in recent memory. Wright is excellent in the slot, but will also help Luck find mis-matches in the defense to exploit with his speed.

Rd 4 Pick 1- Cam Johnson, DE, Virginia

AK's Breakdown: Strong player that uses his hands and strength to bull rush the blocker. Very good coming down the line of scrimmage to pursue the run. Good inside rip move to get into the pocket, but needs to work on his speed off the edge. Very raw player that needs to learn to get off the block, but can be dangerous with proper coaching.

Miller's Take:

With Robert Mathis entering free agency, and not being expected to return, drafting a defensive end becomes a priority. Johnson isn't the pass rusher that Mathis is, but he's better suited to stop the run and is an ideal fit at left defensive end. At 270 lbs, Johnson would start to add bulk to a Colts' defense that has been walked-on for years by bigger offensive lines.

Rd 5 Pick 1- Ryan Broyles, WR, Oklahoma 

AK's Breakdown: The biggest thing you have to worry about with Broyles is the torn left ACL that caused him to miss the last three games of the season and the Insight Bowl. This could end up being a good thing for Colts fans though, as if it weren't for that he would undoubtedly be a higher pick. He's a very smooth route runner and has great speed in the open field. Good yards after the catch receiver.

Miller's Take: 

If the Colts feel that Ryan Broyles' knee will respond to rehab, this pick is a steal. Broyles would be an ideal outside receiver who can work off the ball, come in motion and be the possession receiver the team will need if they choose to not re-sign Wayne, Pierre Garcon and/or Anthony Gonzalez.

Rd 6 Pick 1- Brian Linthicum, TE, Michigan State

AK's Breakdown: Linthicum only accumulated 31 catches for 364 yards in 2011, but keep in mind that MSU is a program that really stresses the running game. This would lead me to believe that Linthicum is going to be more of a double-tight end run blocking type of player in the NFL. At 6-5 245 pounds he's got good size, but can beef up a little bit.

Miller's Take: 

Dallas Clark has been great, but his days are nearing the end in the NFL. Linthecum would be able to step in as a starter in his rookie season, but don't expect the theatrics we've come to see from the tight end position in Indy. Linthecum is a good receiver, but he's also been plauged with drops at times in his career. He needs development, but he's also solid enough to throw in to the lineup immediately in a pinch.

Rd 7 Pick 1- Darius Fleming, OLB, Notre Dame

AK's Breakdown: There's nothing that stands out about Fleming except for the fact that he may be a little bit small at 6-2 255 pounds. He notched 54 tackles, 3.5 sacks and an interception this season, so he does have the ability to be a play-maker. If anything, he can be an extremely solid special teams player right off the bat.

Millers' Take:

Getting faster on offense isn't the only need this summer. Getting faster on defense will be key too. Darius Fleming brings speed and athleticism to a linebacker corps that has become slow and underwhelming in space. Fleming may not be more than a special teasms player early on, but he has good upside and is a player who could develop into a quality wave linebacker or potential starter.

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