2012 NFL Mock Draft: Complete Rundown of Every Team's Best Option

For every franchise to land their best option in Round 1 means this is a perfect world. So, to ensure the best option is selected in Round 1 of the NFL draft; we must know the changes after every pick is made.

That being said, here's a complete rundown of how the first round unfolds next week.

Note: Best options are in italics

1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck, QB (Stanford)

Andrew Luck is the draft's best prospect and the Colts hold the No. 1 pick. Not to mention, but the quarterback position is the biggest need for Indianapolis.

Perhaps the most impressive thing about Luck, is that he was arguably the best prospect for the 2011 draft as well. So, the expectations and potential for Luck are going to be far beyond that of any previous No. 1 selections.

But, considering his impressive resume that includes a 31-8 record, a 71.0 completion percentage between 2010 and 2011, as well as two consecutive BCS bowl game appearances, the Indianapolis offense will clearly be built around him.

Coming from a pro-style offense and having played for Jim Harbaugh, the Colts are getting a damn near flawless prospect. Luck's ability to read defenses pre-snap and set up in the pocket help create a running game from under center, and make play-action more dangerous.

Indy then fields a balanced offense, which is crucial to contend in the AFC South with top defenses like Houston and Jacksonville.

2. Washington Redskins (via STL): Robert Griffin III, QB (Baylor)

After the Indianapolis Colts go with Andrew Luck, there's no other option than Robert Griffin III for the Washington Redskins.

Then again, this is the reason why Washington moved up and improved the receiving corps anyway. Perhaps the most interesting stat line was Rex Grossman's 20 interceptions in 13 games last season.

Throughout his entire career at Baylor, RG3 threw just 17 interceptions and was in a pass-heavy offense. The Redskins need this kind of productive decision-making, because the NFC East is loaded with stud pass-rushers and potentially explosive offenses.

RG3 brings an element to our nation's capital that will buy time outside of the pocket and provide spot-on accuracy to the receivers (72.4 completion percentage in 2011). There is no other prospect Washington can justifiably select at No. 2 after they move up from No. 6.

3. Minnesota Vikings: Matt Kalil, OT (USC)

Christian Ponder has promise under center in Minnesota. However, that will only last with a franchise tackle in Matt Kalil protecting the blindside every snap.

4. Cleveland Browns: Trent Richardson, RB (Alabama)

The Browns can go a few ways at No. 4, but Trent Richardson is the total package. Cleveland needs a stud No. 1 ball-carrier as he's the type of player an offense can be built around.

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

Tampa Bay has an upgraded offense to keep pace in the NFC South. So, taking Morris Claiborne at No. 5 improves the pass defense in a division dominated by offense.

6. St. Louis Rams (via WAS): Justin Blackmon, WR (Oklahoma State)

Steve Jackson remains one of the league's best backs, but the Rams need a receiver to balance the offense. Justin Blackmon can stretch defenses, gets yards after the catch and force a defense on its heels to setup the ground game.

7. Jacksonville Jaguars: Michael Floyd, WR (Notre Dame)

Although the Jaguars have a spruced-up receiving corps, they still need that young No. 1 receiver. Michael Floyd can make plays all over the field and be a reliable run-blocker for Maurice Jones-Drew.

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

The obvious concern here is whether Matt Moore is the future under center in Miami. Regardless, Ryan Tannehill adds competition and has the skill set to develop under Joe Philbin and Mike Sherman.

9. Carolina Panthers: Melvin Ingram, LB/DE (South Carolina)

The Carolina Panthers offense in 2011 was quite impressive with Cam Newton taking snaps. The defense however, couldn't stop anyone no matter how ineffective.

Ranking No. 24 against the pass, No. 25 against the run and No. 28 overall, the Cats need to address every facet on the dark side. Melvin Ingram is the draft's most versatile defender and fits any 4-3 or 3-4 system.

He can apply constant quarterback pressure from the outside and sink into coverage in strict passing situations. Last season alone, Ingram scored three touchdowns, recorded two picks and collected 10 sacks.

Also in other passing situations, Ingram can lineup at defensive tackle to apply interior pressure. His front-seven dynamics will be a great complement to Charles Johnson and a healthy Jon Beason for Carolina; and take pressure off the secondary in a pass-happy division.

10. Buffalo Bills: Riley Reiff, OT (Iowa)

An athletic offensive lineman, Riley Reiff gives Buffalo a dynamic offense with his ability to seal edges and get upfield. The Bills rushing attack can follow his lead and Reiff will also wall off the blindside for Ryan Fitzpatrick.

11. Kansas City Chiefs: Fletcher Cox, DT/DE (Mississippi State)

Right now, Kansas City has a nearly complete defense. The addition of Fletcher Cox helps improve against the run and allows the Chiefs' linebackers to make more plays in the box.

12. Seattle Seahawks: Luke Kuechly, LB (Boston College)

Unless the Seahawks can stop the run and not be vulnerable to the intermediate passing game, Seattle won't compete in the NFC West. Luke Kuechly is the draft's best middle 'backer and possesses the instincts to dominate between the tackles and sink into coverage.

13. Arizona Cardinals: David DeCastro, OG (Stanford)

Arguably the draft's most complete lineman, David DeCastro upgrade Arizona's pass protection so Larry Fitzgerald has more time to get open. DeCastro is also a quick attacker that will get to the second level and elongate the running lanes for Beanie Wells.

14. Dallas Cowboys: Quinton Coples, DE (North Carolina)

With Brandon Carr in the secondary, the Cowboys need to get DeMarcus Ware a pass-rusher opposite him in the front seven. Quinton Coples has raw talent and will be helped by the presence of Ware and middle 'backer Sean Lee.

15. Philadelphia Eagles: Dontari Poe, DT (Memphis)

On the outside resides Trent Cole and Jason Babin for applying quarterback pressure. Dontari Poe's responsibility will be to draw double-teams and plug running lanes, just as he did for Memphis.

16. New York Jets: Nick Perry, DE (USC)

The lack of a pass rush and reliable run defense cost the Jets in 2011. Nick Perry is a more complete defender than given credit for by getting solid pressure and reading well against the run.

17. Cincinnati Bengals (via OAK): Stephon Gilmore, CB (South Carolina)

For Cincinnati to field a complete defense in 2012, selecting Stephon Gilmore will enhance the secondary. The man has excellent play recognition skills and can also contribute at safety if needed.

18. San Diego Chargers: Courtney Upshaw, LB (Alabama)

If the Chargers want to contend in the AFC West, getting pressure on Peyton Manning and other quarterbacks is needed. Courtney Upshaw is a pass-rush specialist that also reacts fast against the run to help better defend play-action.

19. Chicago Bears: Whitney Mercilus, DE (Illinois)

The NFC South is overrun by pass-heavy offenses, and the Bears can gain some ground by getting Whitney Mercilus. He's a young and dominating pass-rusher that has a knack for causing fumbles and making plays everywhere in the box.

20. Tennessee Titans: Dont’a Hightower, LB (Alabama)

The inability to consistently defend well against the run hurt Tennessee's playoff chances in 2011. The Titans ranked No. 24 against the run and allowed an average of 128.3 rush yards per contest.

Considering that the AFC South presents two of the league's best backs in Arian Foster and Maurice Jones-Drew, the Titans only shot to compete for the division is to upgrade the interior front seven.

Alabama linebacker Dont'a Hightower is the ideal solution, because he's fast between the tackles and beats ball-carries to the lanes. A highly intelligent player due to his preparedness and instincts, Hightower rarely gets blocked and is a sure-tackler (85 tackles, 16 quarterback hurries and six defended passes between 2010 and 2011).

In order for Tennessee to not become more susceptible to play-action, Hightower's reactionary skill set is required. Against the pass he's just as reliable and possesses the quickness to get deep and prevent anything over the middle.

21. Cincinnati Bengals: Michael Brockers, DT (LSU)

After adding Gilmore to the secondary, Cincinnati improved the rush defense with Michael Brockers controlling the interior. He's a laterally quick player that defends well against the run, can split double-teams and get quarterback pressure from the inside.

22. Cleveland Browns (via ATL): Dre Kirkpatrick, CB (Alabama)

The Browns have a great young corner in Joe Haden, but Cleveland needs a No. 2 corner to complete the defense. Dre Kirkpatrick plays physical in press coverage and is a reliable tackler when defending the run on the perimeter.

23. Detroit Lions: Mark Barron, Safety (Alabama)

Last season the Lions ranked No. 22 against the run and No. 23 against the pass. Mark Barron is a dynamic safety that can roll down into the box or sit back deep in zone to strictly play the pass. This is a big add in the fight with Green Bay for the NFC North division title.

24. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jonathan Martin, OT (Stanford)

One area of concern that's lacked in Pittsburgh for a while has been pass protection. In 2011 alone, quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was sacked 45 times including the postseason and fumbled eight times.

So for Pittsburgh to get its best Round 1 option, Stanford's Jonathan Martin comes in at No. 24. While at Stanford, Martin anchored the Cardinal offensive line that allowed just 23 sacks of Andrew Luck between 2009 and 2011, which obviously helped setup the running game as well.

There, the Cardinal's pro-style system averaged 210 rushing yards per contest and Pittsburgh does need to field a more balanced offense. Last season the Steelers ranked No. 14 in rushing, but were shutdown hard against stellar front sevens.

Martin provides a wall of protection for Roethlisberger and has the underrated athleticism to extend running lanes and get upfield from the backside and on screens. In the defensive dominated AFC North, Pittsburgh can't afford to have a vulnerable offensive line; otherwise, say adios to the postseason.

25. Denver Broncos: Jerel Worthy, DT (Michigan State)

The Broncos failed to consistently defend well against the run in 2011. So, taking Jerel Worthy addresses that need because this is a defensive tackle that can constantly be a menace in the backfield.

26. Houston Texans: Kendall Wright, WR (Baylor)

Even with a healthy Andre Johnson, the Texans still need a more reliable No. 2 receiver. Kendall Wright may be undersized, but his explosiveness and acceleration will stretch defenses and open up the passing game over the middle.

27. New England Patriots (via NO): Shea McClellin, DE (Boise State)

New England needs to remain a solid pass-rushing defense to replicate 2011. Shea McClellin knows how to make plays in the backfield and possesses the quickness to beat one-on-one situations.

28. Green Bay Packers: Vinny Curry, DE (Marshall)

In 2011, the Packers recorded just 29 sacks and had a whole bunch of other defensive issues. Vinny Curry comes aboard and solves most needs as he will get pressure to complement Clay Matthews. This in turn, allows the rest of the defense to react quicker to the run and the intermediate passing game.

29. Baltimore Ravens: Cordy Glenn, OG/OT (Georgia)

Baltimore's offensive line was exposed in pass protection and run-blocking during the postseason. Cordy Glenn is a dynamic lineman that will contribute on the inside or outside to keep Ray Rice rolling on the ground. This then sets up play-action for receiver Torrey Smith downfield.

30. San Francisco 49ers: Stephen Hill, WR (Georgia Tech)

Despite upgrading the receiving corps, San Francisco remains a run-first offense with Frank Gore. Stephen Hill is a run-blocking machine and a reliable playmaker in clutch situations.

31. New England Patriots: Lavonte David, LB (Nebraska)

One of the faster linebackers in the draft, Lavonte David brings elite instincts and preparedness to the New England front seven. He can provide a pass rush and defend well against the run to force offenses into many passing situations. There, David will shine as his niche lies in being a great coverage player.

32. New York Giants: Doug Martin, RB (Boise State)

Although the Giants were a pass-oriented offense in 2011, the running game was effective on a when-needed basis. Doug Martin keeps that balance going aside Ahmad Bradshaw and Big Blue's offense remains elite.

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