2012 NFL Mock Draft: Updated Top 10 Draft Picks with Trades

With the "trinity" of Justin Blackmon, Alshon Jeffery and Michael Floyd not playing in this weekend's Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL, general managers are turning their attention to other wide receiver prospects who might help teams with their receiving corps.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are one of those teams. More than ever, the need for finding quality receivers in the draft and through free agency is not just a desire; it has become a dire need.

So Jaguars general manager Gene Smith, new head coach Mike Mularkey and other coaches and staff members from the other 31 pro teams in the NFL are watching other candidates who could make a lasting impression.

In an article written by Tania Ganguli on jacksonville.com, the Jaguars brass states it is looking at other options for the weak receiver corps that was part of the worst offense in the NFL last season.

“Obviously receiver’s an area where we’re concentrating heavily,” said Terry McDonough, the Jaguars director of player personnel. “… It’s no surprise.”

The Jaguars are not alone and with changes at the top of the draft board that could take place because of team needs at quarterback (Robert Griffin III) and on the offensive line (Ryan Kalil of Southern California, Jonathan Martin and David DeCastro of Stanford, and Riley Reiff of Iowa), there will be plenty of jockeying for a better draft standing.

And we haven't even begun to discuss the influx of defensive players from LSU and Alabama who will show why the SEC provides the NFL with a feeder program for its 32 teams on a yearly basis.

Here is a look at how the top 10 could shake out with trades and changes that may have you thinking about how your team may benefit from these kinds of moves.

10. Buffalo Bills: Dre' Kirkpatick, Defensive Back, Alabama

I don't think his recent arrest for alleged possession of marijuana in a friend's car will hurt his draft stock. Things like that always "seem" to happen and crop up after the end of the bowl season leading up to the draft.

Kirkpatrick is the second-best defensive back on this board and can help in the return team. Buffalo had a great start to the season and then tailed off. There is talent in the pool in New York, but there needs to be better talent.

Kirkpatrick is another piece of that puzzle.

9. Dallas Cowboys (via Miami): Michael Brockers, Defensive Tackle, LSU

This trade is to help the defense while the offense, if healthy, can move the ball and score points.

Both teams could be players in free agency for defensive weapons and possibly receivers (Marques Colston, Stevie Johnson).

Brockers is a redshirt sophomore and moving up draft boards and could be the biggest mover on draft day. He would start from day one, and could be the next Cortez Kennedy.

The Dolphins trade down from ninth to 14th and can still add depth to their offensive line (David DeCastro, guard, Stanford).

8. Carolina Panthers: Devon Still, Defensive Tackle, Penn State

I think the Panthers could trade down if they are looking to add another receiver to help Steve Smith and Cam Newton.

The Panthers still need to address deficiencies in their defense. This team was 6-10 this past season and showed great improvement.

Still from Penn State is the best defensive tackle on the board and provides solid run defense for this team.

While a receiver could still be in the team's plans in the second round (Brian Quick, Appalachian St.), I do not see them trying to reach with this pick.

7. Cincinnati Bengals (via Jacksonville): Trent Richardson, Running Back, Alabama

The Bengals have two picks in the first round (Oakland's first pick in the first round for Carson Palmer). They give them both up to back the boldest move of the first 10 selections.

The move allows the Bengals to take Trent Richardson, the best running back in the draft.

The trade allows Jacksonville to gain the 17th and 21st picks in the first round and the 39th selection overall.

The Jaguars can still get a receiver in the first round (Alshon Jeffery or Michael Floyd) with the first pick and maybe take a shot at a pass-rushing linebacker/defensive end in Melvin Ingram of South Carolina.

6. St. Louis Rams (From Cleveland): Jonathan Martin, Tackle, Stanford

The Rams were in a good position to get Justin Blackmon, but the idea of players and/or additional picks were too good to pass up.

Martin is a grade below Matt Kalil, but he is solid and played tackle in the Pac-12 while providing good pass protection for Andrew Luck.

He will be a good fit on a team needing to find its identity again.

5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Morris Claiborne, Defensive Back, LSU

Morris Claiborne could be the best athlete in the draft and gives the Buccaneers secondary some depth, youth and speed.

This is a pick where the Bucs could go a number of ways with the holes this team has, the most obvious of which are on defense.

New coach Greg Schiano will want to show he is committed to fixing the problems that exist and continue to build with young talent.

Claiborne is a great fit for this team.

4. Cleveland Browns: Justin Blackmon, Receiver, Oklahoma State

The Browns try to trade up but get pushed to the side in a bid for Robert Griffin III.

Justin Blackmon gives the team a deep threat and solid red-zone target.

Also, the Browns may get into the running for a free-agent passer. While I don't see them taking a shot at Matt Flynn of Green Bay, Jason Campbell, maybe David Garrard and even an Alex Smith if he tests the free-agent market could all be attractive to this team.

3. Minnesota Vikings: Matt Kalil, Tackle, Southern California

The Vikings need another anchor for the offensive line. If Adrian Peterson comes back from his devastating knee injury or if they start the season with Toby Gerhart as the lead runner, this line needs to be able to open holes for them and keep Christian Ponder upright and his jersey clean.

Kalil is the best tackle prospect in this draft.

2. Washington Redskins (from St. Louis): Robert Griffin III, Quarterback, Baylor

The Heisman Trophy winner finds a home in the D.C. area.

Daniel Snyder gets the man he wants to run Mike Shanahan's offense. Robert Griffin III gives the Redskins a new leader, a new identity and hope for the future.

Now that the quarterback is in place, the other parts of the offense need to come together—a running game led by Roy Helu and possibly some better receivers.

1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck, Quarterback, Stanford

With the prospect of trading Peyton Manning now on the table (the team would be crazy to release him without getting anything in return), the Colts usher in the Andrew Luck era in Indianapolis.

New team coach Chuck Pagano is a defensive-minded coach, but he will welcome Luck as the team's savior and new direction.

If the Colts trade Manning to the New York Jets (speculation), they may gain the 16th selection in the draft as well, where they can choose Nick Perry, a defensive end from Southern California.