2013 NFL Mock Draft: Teams That Will Make Much Needed Offensive Upgrades

The 2012 NFL season should have been enough of an indication—the game of professional football is dominated by offense. 

These teams will make much needed offensive upgrades at specific positions to bolster their attacks for the 2013 season. 

1. Jacksonville Jaguars: Matt Barkley, QB, USC

I'm not totally sold on Blaine Gabbert. Are you?

If he struggles in 2012, which is a distinct possibility, can the team afford to stay viable in the Jacksonville area? 

They'll need a high-profile guy to become the face of the franchise and bring fans back to the stadium. 

After what should be a stellar 2012 season with the Trojans in So-Cal, the pro-ready Barkley will be the perfect choice for the Jags. 

2. Indianapolis Colts: Jarvis Jones, OLB, Georgia

Jones had 13.5 sacks last year in the mighty SEC. If he builds on that number in 2012, this menacing force will be a top-5 pick. He's the perfect prospect to groom under Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis. 

3. Miami Dolphins: Robert Woods, WR, USC

Woods is a bit lanky at 6'1'' and 180 pounds, but he's a smooth athlete with great hands. I wouldn't call him a legitimate speedster, but he plays exceptionally fast down the field.

He was a terror in the Pac-12 last season, with 111 catches, 1,292 yards and 15 touchdowns.

Imagine the magic he'll create with Barkley in 2012.  

4. Minnesota Vikings: David Amerson, CB, N.C. State

The Vikings hope they picked their franchise quarterback and left tackle in the last two drafts. Now, they must address their porous secondary. 

Amerson is the 2013 version of Morris Claiborne, the guy Minnesota passed on this year. 

5. St. Louis Rams: Manti Te'o, MLB, Notre Dame 

Michael Brockers was Jeff Fisher's pick, and he hopes the LSU defensive tackle becomes the next Albert Haynesworth. 

Next year, Fisher will be looking for a rangy linebacker to place behind Brockers at the Rams' second line of defense. 

Te'o can play three-downs, has great athleticism and is a sure tackler.

6. Tennessee Titans: Barkevious Mingo, DE/OLB, LSU

There aren't many guys as athletically gifted and explosive off the snap as Mingo. The Titans take this LSU standout to add to their relatively anemic pass rush. 

7. Seattle Seahawks: Keenan Allen, WR, California

Allen had 93 catches for over 1,300 yards in 2011 and is an intimidating presence at 6'3'' and 205 pounds. His strong hands allow him to haul in passes when he's tightly covered. 

Like Woods, Allen is another wideout that isn't remarkably fast, but he has the ability to stretch the field. His greatest impact is as a chain-moving option.

He should have a big 2012 in the Pac-12.

The Seahawks need a genuine No. 1 receiver. Allen's the guy. 

8. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Sam Montgomery, DE, LSU

Montgomery is a scary specimen coming around the corner and will wreak havoc in the SEC next season playing on the same defensive line as Mingo.

The Buccaneers must find talented pass-rushers playing in a division with Drew Brees, Cam Newton and Matt Ryan.

9. Cleveland Browns: Brandon Jenkins, DE, Florida State

Jabaal Sheard is a nice defensive end for the Browns. He registered 8.5 sacks in 2011, but Cleveland should be looking to add more speed to their defensive front. 

Jenkins is loaded with athleticism, and if he builds on a strong 2011 season, he'll be a top-10 pick. 

10. St. Louis Rams (from Washington): Marcus Lattimore, RB, South Carolina

If healthy, Lattimore is the top running back in the 2013 class. There's no doubting that. He possesses an envied combination of size and speed, and he has demonstrated exceptional vision during his time with the Gamecocks.  

He can run through defenders, and his surprising lateral cut, can leave them in the dust. 

Really, with his power and deceptive speed, Lattimore seems like a young Steven Jackson. 

11. San Diego Chargers: Tyrann Mathieu, CB, LSU

Mathieu isn't a lockdown corner, his size will probably only allow him to be a nickel guy at the next level. However, with an abundance of teams utilizing spread sets, Mathieu will be a valuable commodity. 

His defensive play-making ability is unparalleled in this class. 

12. New York Jets: D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama

At 6'6'' and 340 pounds, you can probably imagine that it's not easy to move or get around D.J. Fluker. After watching the abomination that was Wayne Hunter last season, you'll understand why Fluker's the pick for Gang Green.

13. Oakland Raiders: Tyler Wilson, QB, Arkansas

Wilson is one of my favorite prospects heading into the 2012 college football season. He's got good size at 6'3'' and 220 pounds, a rocket arm and operates a pro-style system at Arkansas. 

He completed nearly 64% of his passes in 2011 and tossed 24 touchdowns to only six interceptions. If he has a big 2012, he'll garner first-round attention and would be a great fit for the Oakland Raiders. 

14. Arizona Cardinals: Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

I'm still wondering why left tackle Levi Brown was re-signed during the 2012 offseason, but if he struggles again this season, the Cardinals will be looking for a new blindside protector. 

Ready for a crazy stat? 

Arizona has allowed 104 sacks over the last two years. 

That can't continue if the Cardinals want to compete for a division crown. 

15. Buffalo Bills: Logan Thomas, QB, Virginia Tech 

The Bills have had a great offseason, and their future playoff aspirations depend on the play of Ryan Fitzpatrick.

Is he a franchise signal-caller?

Probably not.

Logan Thomas has the size and athletic ability that head coach Chan Gailey dreams about.

16. Carolina Panthers: Kawann Short, DT, Purdue 

Short is the premier disruptive defensive tackle of the 2013 draft class. Luke Kuechly is the team's franchise linebacker, but he needs help in front of him. 

During an underrated 2011 season with the Boilermakers, Short had a whopping 17.5 tackles for losses. 

17. Dallas Cowboys: Barrett Jones, OG, Alabama

Getting younger and stronger along their offensive line would be a good idea for the Cowboys, a team with plenty of skill position talent. 

Jones, having played in the SEC, has great experience, and he would be a great linemate to Tyron Smith.

18. New York Giants:  Kevin Reddick, LB, North Carolina

The Giants aren't a team loaded with roster holes, but finding a solid linebacker would be welcomed by defensive coordinator Perry Fewell. 

That's exactly what they'll get with the 6'3'' and 240-pound Reddick.

19. Denver Broncos: T.J. McDonald, S, USC

The Broncos have the the offense they want, and they did a good job adding quality defensive pieces in the draft. 

However, filling the hole of retired safety Brian Dawkins won't be easy. 

McDonald exudes athleticism at the safety spot, and he represents the future in Denver's defense. 

20. New Orleans Saints: Ricky Wagner, OT, Wisconsin

Quality offensive linemen and Wisconsin go together. They just do. Wagner will provide the Saints and Drew Brees some much needed insurance up front.

21. Cincinnati Bengals: Knile Davis, RB, Arkansas

When I watched Davis run in 2010, I saw a younger more raw and slightly smaller Darren McFadden. Both run a bit high but utilize sharp cuts and deceptive acceleration to burn past would-be tacklers. 

The Bengals acquired BenJarvus Green-Ellis during this year's free-agency period, but they need a speedy runner that is a true home-run threat. 

That's Davis. 

22. San Francisco 49ers: Tony Jefferson, S, Oklahoma

Dashon Goldson is locked down for at least the 2012 season as the 49ers franchise player. Will he be around in 2013? Jefferson would be a fine replacement. 

He had 52 tackles and four interceptions for the Sooners in 2011. 

23. Kansas City Chiefs: Landry Jones, QB, Oklahoma

I'm not a huge Matt Cassel fan. He's not a bad quarterback, but I really think he's holding back an otherwise wildly talented Chiefs roster.

Jones has more upside and would, at least, compete for the starting job in 2013.

24. Atlanta Falcons: Seantrel Henderson, OT, Miami

After seeing Matt Ryan get engulfed on what seemed like every play during the Falcons' 2012 playoff loss to the New York Giants, they'll look to add more offensive line help. 

Henderson was a prized high school recruit, and he has been reliable for the Hurricanes early in his career. 

25. Pittsburgh Steelers: C.J. Mosley, ILB, Alabama

The Steelers couldn't pass up David DeCastro when he fell to them during the 2012 draft.  One would think they'd have liked to peg Dont'a Hightower next to Lawrence Timmons in the middle of their 3-4 defense.

Because Hightower wasn't in the cards, they'll grab his former teammate, C.J. Mosley in 2013. 

26. Detroit Lions: Johnny Adams, CB, Michigan State

Look at the Detroit Lions roster. Do they need offensive help? Outside of a running back they could grab later, the answer is no. 

They do need more talent in their secondary. 

Adams is a play-maker and should experience a fine 2012 campaign in East Lansing. 

27. Philadelphia Eagles: Chris Faulk, OT, LSU 

Jason Peters is out for the 2012 season with a devastating Achilles injury. His replacement, Demetress Bell has battled injuries early in his career. 

The Eagles must find quality offensive tackle depth with Michael Vick as their quarterback. 

28. New England Patriots: Kwame Geathers, DT, Georgia

Bill Belichick loves big defensive linemen that garner extra attention on almost every play. Geathers can rotate with Vince Wilfork in the team's 3-4, and eventually, he'll take over Wilfork's position. 

29. Chicago Bears:  Jackson Jeffcoat, DE, Texas

The 6'5'' and 250-pound Jeffcoat totaled 17 tackles for losses and eight sacks in 2012 for the Longhorns. If he builds on that number, the Bears shouldput him opposite Julius Peppers and set themselves up to make another run at the Super Bowl. 

30. Baltimore Ravens: Sean Porter, OLB, Texas A&M

Porter is a Von Miller-type prospect. At 6'2'' and 230 pounds, he racked up 9.5 sacks last season from his outside linebacker position. 

After injuring his Achilles, who knows how explosive Terrell Suggs will be in the future. 

31. Houston Texans: Tavon Austin, WR, West Virginia 

Austin is the ideal Wes Welker-esque underneath receiver that Matt Schaub can find on critical third downs. 

Opposing secondaries will be focusing on Andre Johnson and DeVier Posey down the field so the pesky Austin can make a living on short slants and drag routes. 

32. Green Bay Packers: Montee Ball, RB, Wisconsin

Ball will enter the league with more tread on his tires than you'd like, but he's a deceptively powerful and patient runner who can sneak through the smallest holes. 

The Packers offense is loaded, but they'd like more consistency out of their backfield. 

The Wisconsin star is an exquisite fit. 

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