2015 NFL Mock Draft: Post-Week 2 Breakdown

Super Bowl odds have been updated, and therefore the 2015 NFL draft picture has changed slightly through most of Week 2's action. While it's still too early in both the college and pro seasons to draw definitive conclusions, we can at least get an idea of what to expect based on what's transpired so far.

Odds Shark has the latest odds for teams to seize the Lombardi Trophy. All 32 teams still have a glimmer of hope for glory, but the longer the odds, the higher up they go in the draft order.

Based on what happened in Week 2, those odds are bound to shift in a substantial way. It's also easier to break ties between teams whose odds are the same, though.

Let's dive into Bleacher Report's own Matt Miller's latest 2015 NFL mock draft, with a deeper look at the most dynamic picks toward the top of the order.

1. Oakland Raiders: Leonard Williams, DE, USC

The Trojans got trounced by Boston College on the road this last Saturday, but that doesn't doom Williams' status as the top defensive player.

With Derek Carr in place as the future franchise quarterback, Williams makes the most sense. Oakland's defensive front looks good on paper, but it isn't quick enough to get the job done. If the team could join Williams with 2014 No. 1 pick Khalil Mack, it'd have two promising cornerstones on the front seven.

2. Jacksonville Jaguars: Shilique Calhoun, DE, Michigan State

The following quote from the NCAA's official Twitter account captures the intangibles that should aid Calhoun's draft stock:

Since the Jags appeared to nail down their QB by selecting Blake Bortles this year, coach Gus Bradley will want to turn to the defensive side of the ball. Calhoun can learn a lot from former Seattle Seahawks Red Bryant and Chris Clemons as he works his way into the rotation.

3. St. Louis Rams: Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon

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A maligned franchise that hasn't managed to find a solution under center will be jumping for joy if the draft falls similar to this and Mariota is still on the board.

With just one year on his contract and two torn ACLs in less than a year, Sam Bradford's time in St. Louis is all but over. It's time for the Rams to move on and bring in a QB who gives them a chance to be competitive in the NFC West.

For someone who plays in a spread, up-tempo system at Oregon, there are still pro-style elements to Mariota's game—namely arm talent and a trait former USC QB Matt Leinart highlighted, per Fox Sports 1:

In addition to one of the quickest releases among the top QB prospects in recent history, Mariota is a speedster who fits the prototype of a dual-threat signal-caller.

In a division that features San Francisco's Colin Kaepernick and Seahawks star Russell Wilson, it would benefit St. Louis to bring in a similar type of leader in Mariota who could be better than both of them.

4. Kansas City Chiefs: Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama

Dwayne Bowe isn't a consistently reliable target and has had 1,000-yard seasons in three of seven years to date. The Chiefs don't really have any other viable receivers for Alex Smith to target.

If Smith is meant to be the solution at the most important position in Kansas City, he needs a playmaker to help him live up to his new contract. Cooper has experience in multiple schemes and has had the best brought out in him by new Alabama play-caller Lane Kiffin, already amassing 454 yards in three games.

5. Cleveland Browns: Cedric Ogbuehi, OT, Texas A&M

There aren't any pressing holes on defense that need to be addressed. In an effort to set up QB Johnny Manziel to succeed as he prepares to take the reins, general manager Ray Farmer brings in a former Aggies teammate.

Ogbuehi would move to the right side due to the presence of Joe Thomas at left tackle, but he would be a nice fit if and when the Browns run more no-huddles. Having someone who has a feel for Manziel's unique improvisational ability is an undeniable asset, too.

6. Dallas Cowboys: Randy Gregory, DE, Nebraska

For the second year in a row, Dallas addresses the defensive line early, pitting Gregory with the likes of 2014 second-round pick Demarcus Lawrence. A left knee injury is some cause for concern, but the Cornhuskers star looked explosive in his debut versus Fresno State on Saturday to keep him well inside the top 10.

7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Andrus Peat, OT, Stanford

The Bucs ought to give Mike Glennon a shot after he showed promise as a rookie, only to be benched by struggling, journeyman QB Josh McCown. In any event, Tampa Bay has serious issues on the offensive line, and adding the best player available to contribute to that unit in Peat would be wise.

8. New York Giants: Brandon Scherff, OT, Iowa

Similar issues plague the Giants as the Bucs. Bad blocking forces an already turnover-prone Eli Manning to press even more. Not to mention, New York is in the midst of learning a new offense.

Adding Scherff ought to provide some help and attitude, given that he hails from the hard-nosed Big Ten. The G-Men are likely headed for the post-Tom Coughlin era if they choose this high in the draft order.

9. Washington Redskins: Landon Collins, SS, Alabama

The current starter at strong safety is 2013 sixth-round pick Bacarri Rambo, a talented player whose tackling is suspect and whose coverage skills haven't translated to the pros. Collins is decisive above all else, and he can diagnose plays and step up in the run as well as any safety in the past few drafts have been able to do.

10. Cleveland Browns (via Buffalo): Devin Funchess, WR, Michigan

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Cooper wasn't on the board at No. 5, so Cleveland makes a bold bet here and selects Funchess, a converted tight end. Although Funchess is still learning the nuances of the position, he'd be an X-factor whom Browns offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan could line up anywhere as a pass-catching threat.

Josh Norris of Rotoworld lauded Funchess' unique athleticism for his 6'5", 230-pound frame:

Whether he moves back to tight end and learns from Jordan Cameron or sticks with being a receiver to be the No. 2 option opposite Josh Gordon, Funchess is positioned for success in this scenario.

The Browns have already started building around young ball-carriers in Terrance West and Isaiah Crowell, and they also have Ben Tate in the backfield. Adding Funchess to the equation gives Manziel two big targets on the outside and a slot option in Andrew Hawkins, along with Cameron, to allow Cleveland rare explosiveness.

11. Tennessee Titans: Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State

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Expectations will be enormous for Winston from the outset of his pro career after winning the Heisman and national title as a freshman. Whatever happens on the gridiron in his sophomore season, Winston will remain as one of the premier QBs in this class.

Winston comes from a complex system at Florida State, but so did the only quarterback selected in the first round in 2013, EJ Manuel, who hasn't been a raging success in Buffalo.

It will be interesting to see whether Winston can establish himself as a leader. Having a throwback coach like Ken Whisenhunt would be good for Winston.

Bouncing back from adversity hasn't been a problem. Leading a comeback charge for the national championship versus Auburn was impressive, as was Winston's bounce-back performance after an underwhelming 2014 opener against Oklahoma State, per CollegeFootballTalk.com:

The reason the Titans opt for a quarterback here is because Jake Locker won't be the future if he doesn't lead Tennessee to the playoffs in 2014 amid a rather weak AFC South division.

12. New York Jets: Sammie Coates, WR, Auburn

If the Jets really want to see what Geno Smith is made of, giving him a second playmaker to go with Eric Decker would be a great way to evaluate that. Coates is a bit tricky to figure out since he plays in such a run-heavy offense at Auburn.

The good news is that's precisely what Jets coach Rex Ryan loves. If he's still at the helm in 2015, GM John Idzik ought to pull the trigger on this pick if Coates is there.

13. Minnesota Vikings: Shawn Oakman, DE, Baylor

GM Rick Spielman has become known for taking supreme athletes in recent years, with receiver Cordarrelle Patterson and linebacker Anthony Barr as notable examples from the past two drafts.

Oakman falls into that camp at 6'9", 280 pounds. In applauding the play of Leonard Williams, ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. spoke highly of Oakman in discussing his latest big board:

Former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator and current Vikings coach Mike Zimmer would love to mold a player with Oakman's raw physical tools. Plus, Minnesota could use some depth behind Brian Robison and Everson Griffen at defensive end.

14. Pittsburgh Steelers: Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, CB, Oregon 

Ike Taylor is turning 35 in May and is an unrestricted free agent after this season ends. Another starter in Cortez Allen is in a contract year and isn't among the league's best by any means.

That leads the Steelers to taking Ekpre-Olomu, a physical player who isn't afraid of contact, can jam receivers effectively and can lay the lumber against the run. Dick LeBeau's defense needs someone like Ekpre-Olomu in the secondary to cover on the back end when he deploys aggressive blitzes.

15. Houston Texans: Brett Hundley, QB, UCLA

To his credit, Ryan Fitzpatrick has had a nice start to the 2014 campaign in leading the Texans to a 2-0 record. But coach Bill O'Brien, a renowned QB guru, will be looking for his franchise guy in the 2015 draft.

Among the QBs left on the board, Hundley has the most upside, best size and has at least one very notable instance of taking one of his reputed strenghts and applying it to a game situation. Comcast Sportsnet's John Middlekauff explains:

O'Brien has seen the likes of Tom Brady take charge of the New England Patriots, and he could welcome someone like Hundley who has similar moxie.

16. Miami Dolphins: Vic Beasley, OLB, Clemson

The to-date failure of Dion Jordan requires the Dolphins to take another shot on a defensive end-outside linebacker hybrid, albeit a seemingly safer one in Beasley.

A 2013 All-American with 13 sacks, Beasley is a pass-rushing specialist who'd be a nice fit in Miami. The Dolphins are solid up front and could use another linebacker, especially with Dannell Ellerbe out for the season and fellow 2013 free-agent arrival Philip Wheeler not living up to expectations.

17. Chicago Bears: Dante Fowler Jr., DE, Florida

For a team that needed a lift on defense, rookie first-rounder Kyle Fuller provided it with two interceptions against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. In the 2015 draft, Chicago could use a pass-rusher like Fowler to work in to the trenches and keep the pressure on opposing QBs.

Playing against SEC competition and possessing an elite first step will allow Fowler to make an immediate impact. Learning the ropes with Jared Allen wouldn't be the worst thing for Fowler's development, either.

18. Carolina Panthers: La'el Collins, OT, LSU

Kelvin Benjamin has the look of a top-tier receiver. Now the Panthers can focus on protecting Cam Newton better. This statistic from ESPN Stats & Info should be enough to scare Carolina, along with the rib injury that kept Newton out in Week 1:

Collins comes from a complex, pro-style offense in Baton Rouge directed by coordinator Cam Cameron. Adjusting to the pro level won't be as big of a step for Collins as it will be for others, and No. 18 would be great value.

19. Arizona Cardinals: Arik Armstead, DE, Oregon

A brilliant performance against Michigan State has put the 6'8", 290-pounder on the national radar for the second-ranked Ducks. CBSSports.com scouting guru Rob Rang took notice:

Armstead's rare blend of size, speed and ceiling should see his stock go up from here. Capable of standing up, Arizona would find a spot for him as a lineman or linebacker at first—and he'd excel in either role.

20. Baltimore Ravens: Todd Gurley, RB, Georgia

The aversion to running backs will be broken, thanks to Gurley. A legitimate three-down back with evident returning ability (see: video above), Gurley is going to be an NFL stud.

Going to Baltimore and teaming with a Super Bowl MVP QB in Joe Flacco, as part of play-caller Gary Kubiak's zone-blocking running scheme, gives Gurley a great chance to become an elite feature back right away.

21. Atlanta Falcons: Denzel Perryman, ILB, Miami (Florida)

Snagging an inside linebacker like Perryman would be ideal for the Falcons, who wouldn't have to drift to nickel coverages so often. For a team that is trying to establish a more physical identity, particularly on defense, there isn't a better fit than Perryman at this point in the 2015 draft.

22. San Diego Chargers: A.J. Cann, OG, South Carolina

The defense appears vastly improved and should see cornerback Jason Verrett, along with linebackers Melvin Ingram and Manti Te'o continue to progress. That affords San Diego the chance to grab Cann and bolster the offensive front for Pro Bowl QB Philip Rivers.

23. Indianapolis Colts: Melvin Gordon, RB, Wisconsin

It's time to give up on Trent Richardson. The 2012 No. 3 overall pick is a bust, and using another first-rounder on a ball-carrier seems to go against reason. But franchise quarterback Andrew Luck needs a viable runner behind him. Gordon is the most electric and complete back this side of Gurley.

24. Detroit Lions: Marcus Peters, CB, Washington 

The secondary has been addressed in recent drafts. However, Bill Bentley's torn ACL makes the cornerback spot a need once again. Bleacher Report's Matt Miller doesn't believe Peters' recent one-game suspension will harm him too much:

Detroit hasn't been shy of taking on the likes of Ndamukong Suh and Nick Fairley. Its philosophy shouldn't change if Peters is there for the Lions.

25. Cincinnati Bengals: Ellis McCarthy, DT, UCLA

There aren't any pressing needs on this Super Bowl-caliber roster. Throwing McCarthy into the mix up front on defense is a sound strategy. All-Pro Geno Atkins tore his ACL last year and is dealing with foot injuries to start 2014.

26. Philadelphia Eagles: Kurtis Drummond, FS, Michigan State

Upgrading over former Ohio State star Malcolm Jenkins with another Big Ten product is the way to go for Chip Kelly's Eagles. The offense is in good hands under Kelly's capable guidance, so bolstering the defense has to be the continued priority.

Drummond is a Spartans team captain and got a good look at the Oregon offense Kelly helped in its rise to prominence in a recent 46-27 loss in Eugene. Something about that experience and the need for better defensive backfield play ought to make Drummond an attractive first-round option for Philly.

27. Green Bay Packers: Michael Bennett, DT, Ohio State

It would be a surprise to see Bennett down this far in the draft. If the Packers wind up at No. 27, they will keep targeting defense, because Aaron Rodgers and Co. will continue having the offense operate at a high level.

Bennett provides exceptional push from the inside as a pass-rusher. However, due to his quick feet, Packers coordinator Dom Capers would likely mold Bennett into a 3-4 defensive end. That may be where Bennett is best cut out for in the NFL anyway.

28. New Orleans Saints: Shaq Thompson, OLB, Washington

Through two games in 2014, it appears the Rob Ryan-coached Saints defense had a one-year aberration of greatness and has now regressed. Thompson would provide a shot of energy to the linebacker corps.

Fox Sports' Bruce Feldman highlighted how well Thompson fared in his most recent appearance for the Huskies:

If Thompson keeps playing that well against higher-quality Pac-12 opponents, he will shoot up draft boards and perhaps into the top 10. At just 20 years old, Thompson is hardly beginning to realize his massive potential.

29. New England Patriots: Jaelen Strong, WR, Arizona State

Brady needs a big, reliable target on the outside before the Patriots' Super Bowl window closes. Coach and GM Bill Belichick has to realize this and grab someone like Strong. At 6'3" and 215 pounds, there aren't many better candidates than Strong to serve as a reliable red-zone target to pair with injury-plagued tight end Rob Gronkowski.

30. San Francisco 49ers: Carl Davis, DT, Iowa

Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz believes Davis has what it takes to land in the first round in 2015, as opposed to if he'd entered the most recent draft, per The Gazette's Marc Morehouse:

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If he’s going to go in the first round, it’s a good decision. I’m pretty sure that wouldn’t have happened for Carl. Next year, he’ll have that opportunity if he plays the way we think he can. He’ll have that opportunity, so to me, it was a good move on his part and, again, I think it’d be fun to be a player like that. I never had that opportunity.

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Davis has an excellent motor and stamina, commodities that are precious among interior defensive linemen. The Niners' vaunted defense could use help at cornerback, but building depth in the trenches is the priority based on their draft slot in this instance.

31. Denver Broncos: T.J. Yeldon, RB, Alabama

A third running back in the first round seems absurd, based on how none were taken so early in the prior two drafts. Then you realize Yeldon is just the type of hard-nosed, power runner whom legendary Broncos QB Peyton Manning could lean on even closer to the end of his career.

At 6'2" and 221 pounds, pad level is a lingering concern for Yeldon. He is elusive enough to overcome that, though, and can always work on lowering his shoulder. The Broncos need better balance, and Yeldon would provide that in spades.

32. Seattle Seahawks: P.J. Williams, CB, Florida State

Brandon Browner and Walter Thurmond's departures have created a need at cornerback. Look no further than the Seahawks' 30-21 loss to San Diego in Week 2. Adding a capable player in man-to-man coverage with the instincts of a safety makes Williams a great fit in Seattle.

Teams can never have enough defensive backs with how often teams take to the air in the modern NFL. The Seahawks proved the value of having a deep secondary in their recent Super Bowl run, so Williams and other DBs ought to continue being highly coveted in the draft.

This look ahead to the first round is admittedly premature, with many factors still to change. Nevertheless, the amount of deserving first-round running backs, the general order of the QBs, the depth at offensive tackle and the plethora of standout defensive linemen figures to define the 2015 NFL draft class.