2012 NFL Mock Draft: Best-Case Situations for Every NFL Team

The Indianapolis Colts are the only team that can assure themselves they'll be getting the best-case scenario prospect in the 2012 NFL draft. 

The rest of the league isn't as lucky. 

Although they may not ultimately get the precise guy they want, these are the best case scenarios for all the teams picking in Round 1. 

2012 NFL Mock Draft (Final Pre-Draft Update)

1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford 

The team's beginning an organizational overhaul. Who better to kick it off than a generational quarterback talent like Andrew Luck? 

2. Washington Redskins (trade with St. Louis Rams): Robert Griffin III, QB, Baylor

Mike Shanahan finally get a signal-caller with immense talent. Griffin III has special ability and has the potential to bring an excitement to D.C. that's been lacking for a while.

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

The Vikings must protect Christian Ponder if he's ever going to emerge as a quality starter in this league. Kalil's the best left tackle in the class. 

4. Cleveland Browns: Trent Richardson, RB, Alabama

Want to take some pressure of Colt McCoy? The do-it-all bulldozer Trent Richardson's your man. What a perfect fit for the smashmouth AFC North. All of a sudden, the Browns offense gets a little more intimidating.

5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Morris Claiborne, CB, LSU

The Buccaneers play in a division with Drew Brees, Cam Newton and Matt Ryan. Claiborne makes far too much sense at this juncture not to happen. Eric Wright was brought in via free agency, but this LSU standout has No. 1 corner potential.

6. St. Louis Rams (trade with Washington Redskins): Dontari Poe, DT, Memphis

The Rams had were 31st against the run last year. It'll be hard for them to be that bad from here on out with the mammoth Poe in the middle of their defensive line. Jeff Fisher gets his Albert Haynesworth. 

7. Jacksonville Jaguars: Justin Blackmon, WR, Oklahoma State

Blaine Gabbert threw to Chastin West, Mike Thomas and Jarett Dillard. No disrespect, but he needs more help out wide. Blackmon has much to prove after he's seen his stock take a hit over the last few weeks. A great YAC wideout. 

8. Miami Dolphins: Ryan Tannehill, QB, Texas A&M

Tannehill's a work in progress with tons of upside. Who better to groom him than his college coach and Dolphins offensive coordinator Mike Sherman? No one. The Dolphins should be building to make a serious playoff run in 2013. 

9. Carolina Panthers: Fletcher Cox, DL, Mississippi State

Cam Newton put on quite the show during his rookie campaign. Another receiver is the more sexy pick, but Cox adds a dynamic and versatile lineman to a defensive line that struggled in 2011.

10. Buffalo Bills: Michael Floyd, WR, Notre Dame

Buffalo upgraded their defense in free agency. Time to get Ryan Fitzpatrick a premier receiving talent. Floyd can become the team's go-to target down the field while Stevie Johnson wreaks havoc underneath and David Nelson makes his mark down the seam. 

11. Kansas City Chiefs: Luke Kuechly, LB, Boston College

Do the Chiefs have any major holes? They'll gladly pair Kuechly with 2011 Pro Bowler Derrick Johnson in the middle of their underrated defense. He's one of the "cleanest" prospects in the draft.

12. Seattle Seahawks: Nick Perry, DE, Southern California

Pete Carroll coached Perry at USC. He became one of the better defensive ends in the country and will wreak havoc with Red Bryant next season and beyond. Perry needs a little coaching but has the size and innate skill to become a solid professional. 

13. Arizona Cardinals: David DeCastro, G, Stanford

Levi Brown needs help on the offensive line. DeCastro will make his life and Kevin Kolb's life much more comfortable. Remember, the Cardinals have allowed 104 sacks over the last two years. 

14. Dallas Cowboys: Dre Kirkpatrick, CB, Alabama 

No Terence Newman? Kirkpatrick fills a legitimate void and will become a Rob Ryan favorite. He and Brandon Carr will formulate one of the better, more physical cornerback tandems for years to come. 

15. Philadelphia Eagles: Michael Brockers, DL, LSU

The Eagles were too soft on the interior of their defense last season. Brockers' enormous frame and disruptive tendencies will change that. It may take a while for the LSU stalwart to get acclimated to the NFL, but he's got scary potential. 

16. New York Jets: Riley Reiff, OT, Iowa

Did you watch Wayne Hunter last year? Reiff takes over his spot on the right side protecting Mark Sanchez and, dare I say, Tim Tebow? Another dominating force on the Jets offensive line that went through its fair share of struggles last year. 

17. Cincinnati Bengals: Melvin Ingram, DE/OLB South Carolina

Mike Zimmer's one of the best defensive coordinators in football. Imagine the blitzes he'll draw up with the uniquely talented Ingram. With this phenomenal talent from South Carolina, the Bengals defense could be top-five good. 

18. San Diego Chargers: Courtney Upshaw, DE/OLB Alabama

Shaun Phillips is one of the more under-the-radar yet well-rounded defensive ends in football. The same goes for Courtney Upshaw, his perfect complement. He's not overly dynamic off the ball, but can play three downs. 

19. Chicago Bears: Quinton Coples, DE, North Carolina

The Bears could look at offensive tackle here, but the Bears would like to improve upon the 33 tackles they accumulated last season. Someone needs to light a fire under this supremely talented defender. Think playing alongside Julius Peppers could help spark him?

20. Tennessee Titans: Zach Brown, LB, North Carolina

The Titans play in division with Maurice Jones-Drew and Arian Foster. Brown's elite speed will help track down those star runners. He's the perfect 4-3 outside linebacker with great range. 

21. Cincinnati Bengals: Stephon Gilmore, CB, South Carolina

Leon Hall's returning from a devastating Achilles injury. Gilmore learns from him and Nate Clements and emerges as a playmaking pro. Another vital asset to the Bengals' blossoming defense.

22. Cleveland Browns (from Atlanta): Kendall Wright, WR, Baylor

Browns fans are ecstatic with the team's first round-haul of Trent Richardson and Kendall Wright. It's not so easy to match up defensively against the Browns anymore.

23. Detroit Lions: Cordy Glenn, OL, Georgia 

We saw what Matt Stafford is capable of if he stays healthy. Glenn is more insurance that he stays upright on a more consistent basis next season. He can play left or right tackle or either guard spot. A great commodity to have. 

24. Pittsburgh Steelers: Dont'a Hightower, ILB, Alabama

The Steelers released James Farrior. Hightower learns the ropes from veteran Larry Foote and is taking starter snaps by the end of the season at the middle linebacker spot. Doesn't Hightower belong in Pittsburgh as a member of one of the league's most vaunted defenses?

25. Denver Broncos: Devon Still, DT Penn State

Denver's another team that needs to add more beef on their defensive front. Still's a mammoth, and when he's on, there aren't many with more penetrating ability. Von Miller, Elvis Dumveril and Still create a nasty trio of disruptive forces in Denver's front seven.

26. Houston Texans: Coby Fleener, TE, Stanford

You want a complementary piece to Andre Johnson but no quality receivers are available? How about a 6'6'', 245-pound tight end who was Andrew Luck's favorite target at Stanford? Matt Schaub's new best friend, who'll work wonders down the seam in Houston.

27. New England Patriots (from New Orleans): Mark Barron, SS, Alabama

Belichick is still re-working his secondary. Barron formulates an intimidating safety duo with Patrick Chung. Both are willing run defenders with better-than-advertised coverage abilities. 

28. Green Bay Packers: Andre Branch, DE/OLB, Clemson

Clay Matthews can't do it alone. That's where the dynamic Andre Branch comes in. He'll come flying off the opposite edge, and offensive lines won't know what hit them.

29. Baltimore Ravens: Chandler Jones, DE, Syracuse

No more Corey Redding or Jarret Johnson. Jones has loads of promise and can learn the nuances of the game from Terrell Suggs. He's a bit raw, but what better atmosphere to grow as a defensive player than playing in Baltimore?

30. San Francisco 49ers: Amini Silatolu, G, Midwestern State

Adam Snyder bolted in free agency. Silatolu is a late riser who has tremendous power and is a profound force when quickly reaching the second level. A perfect addition to San Fran's downhill running scheme.

31. New England Patriots: Whitney Mercilus, DE, Illinois

Belichick needs some youth on the edge of his defense, especially with Andre Carter, a 32-year-old free agent and Mark Anderson now on the Bills. Mercilus led the the nation with 16 sacks last fall and is the perfect fit. He'll be a situational guy for the Pats to begin his career. 

32. New York Giants, Jonathan Martin, OT, Stanford

Chances are, right tackle Kareem McKenzie won't be with the team in 2012, and Jonathan Martin needs some polishing, but he is certainly capable of starting on the right side after an illustrious career in Palo Alto. The team loves 2011 fourth-rounder James Brewer, but Martin gives him quality competition and could start this season. 

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