2012 NFL Mock Draft: Full 7-Round St. Louis Rams Mock Draft

The St. Louis Rams' ineptitude during the 2011 season paid off—big time.

The Rams sent the No. 2 overall pick to the Washington Redskins in exchange for three first-round picks and an extra second-rounder in 2012. 

With one extra pick in 2012, how will the Rams rebuild a roster lacking talent and speed? New head coach Jeff Fisher and new general manager Les Snead have their work cut out for them.

Round 1, Pick 6

Michael Brockers, Defensive Tackle, LSU

In talking to sources in St. Louis after the trade, there are people in the building who do not want Justin Blackmon. The feeling in Rams' headquarters is that Blackmon is not a game-breaking wide receiver and would be very similar to Brandon Lloyd—a free-agent wide receiver they hope to re-sign.

The Rams' focus will be to re-sign Lloyd and then build up their defense. Jeff Fisher's best teams in Tennessee were led by a strong run game and a punishing defense. That's why his first draft pick in St. Louis will be a defensive lineman.

Michael Brockers is a bit raw, but he has the talent and size to be molded into an elite penetrator at the 3-technique position.

Round 2, Pick 33

Jonathan Martin, Offensive Tackle, Stanford

Jonathan Martin has been sliding down my board over the last six weeks, and his performance at the combine solidified that for me. Martin is a quality player, but he's a right tackle in the NFL, not a left tackle.

The Rams would be happy making him their right tackle of the future, moving former No. 2 overall pick Jason Smith to guard. Martin's experience in a pro-style offense at Stanford will help him make an easy transition to the NFL where he will bookend with Rodger Saffold.

Round 2, Pick 39

Rueben Randle, Wide Receiver, LSU

The St. Louis offense will be in trouble if they cannot re-sign Brandon Lloyd. Even if they do, adding a deep threat opposite him is the logical way to use their extra pick in the second round.

Randle's production at LSU was hurt by the fact that their quarterback play was atrocious in 2011. Randle has the size, speed and athleticism to become a very good deep threat in the NFL. 

Lining up opposite Lloyd, Randle will be a go-to target for Sam Bradford.

Round 3, Pick 66

Ben Jones, Center, Georgia

The Rams could easily draft the best player available, regardless of position, in each round. Here they look to shore up their issues in the middle of the offensive line.

Jones leaves Georgia as a very accomplished run blocker and a consistent snapper in under-center or shotgun situations. The Rams would pencil Jones in as a day-one starter.

Round 4, Pick 97

Bernard Pierce, Running Back, Temple

Steven Jackson has been brilliant behind poor offensive line play during his career in St. Louis, and that has taken a toll on his body. Jackson isn't showing signs of slowing down yet, but the team should have a young running back available to take carries from him.

Pierce isn't a game-breaker, but he's a patient runner with good vision and the size to run through the tackles. 

Round 6, Pick 161

Emmanuel Acho, Outside Linebacker, Texas

The Rams won't be able to fix all their problems in this one draft, but by adding athletes with their later-round picks, they increase their chances of hitting on steals and, at a minimum, finding quality special teams players.

Emmanuel Acho can play both inside and outside linebacker, making him a valuable backup player in the St. Louis defense that lacks speed at the linebacker position.

Round 7, Pick 194

Micah Pellerin, Cornerback, Hampton

Pellerin is an intriguing prospect who has the size and skills to be a steal down the road. Early on, he has the fit of a gunner on punts and as a dime cornerback where his size and tackling skills will make him a solid contributor.

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