NFL Mock Draft 2015: Predictions for All 32 1st-Round Selections

When the 2015 NFL draft's first round rolls around on April 30, we'll once again realize how fluid this process is. After all, plenty of situations between now and then will affect the draft stocks of many prospects. Heck, the draft's selection order isn't even completely determined yet.

Still, it's never too early to speculate.

By now, we have a good idea of the strengths and weaknesses of every NFL team. Improving through the draft is a proven winning formula, so expect most teams to full those positions of need with a highly coveted rookie. So, as it stands now, what color jersey will the nation's top college athletes wear in 2015?

Here's a look at the current selection order of the first round—remember, picks 25-32 have yet to be set in stone—and a prospect sure to make an impact for each pick.

1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon

It's difficult to think of a scenario in which Tampa Bay doesn't take Mariota. The Oregon product has great size at 6'4" and 215 pounds and possesses nice accuracy and touch on this throws, a great deal of athleticism and good leadership qualities. He is the perfect answer for a team that is searching for a long-term answer at quarterback.

2. Tennessee Titans: Randy Gregory, DE/OLB, Nebraska

Tennessee's pass defense struggled in 2014, mostly due to the team's inability to get consistent pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Gregory will solve those problems instantly. At 6'6", he's long and fast for his size. His burst off the line knocks offensive linemen off balance, and his speed allows him to chase down ball-carriers in the backfield, resulting in many lost yards and sacks.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars: Leonard Williams, DT, USC

The Jaguars did a nice job on the offensive side of the ball in 2014, and now they must concentrate on defense. Williams is a monster in the trenches at 6'5" and 298 pounds. He's extremely strong but also has the speed and athleticism to become a factor against both the run and the pass.

4. Oakland Raiders: Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama

If the Raiders expect quarterback Derek Carr to continue developing, they must surround him with more reliable weapons. Cooper is the draft's most talented wide receiver, possessing soft hands, great acceleration, good leaping ability and awareness. He can step in as the team's No. 1 option and remain there for the long haul.

5. Washington Redskins: Brandon Scherff, OT, Iowa

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It won't matter what the Redskins eventually do at the quarterback position if they can't efficiently protect the man under center. Adding the draft's most talented offensive tackle sure would help in that department. Scherff is an NFL-ready prospect who has a great combination of strength and quickness to become a solid cornerstone of an offensive line.

6. New York Jets: Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State

Geno Smith isn't the answer in New York, and the sooner the Jets realize that, the better. If this team's new regime wants to make a splash, selecting Winston will do the trick. While the quarterback does have some character concerns, his NFL size (6'4", 230 lbs), big arm and awareness are highly coveted traits.

7. Chicago Bears: Landon Collins, S, Alabama

Chicago's defense isn't quite what it used to be. This team struggles against both the pass and the run, so adding a player who can help in both departments is a plus. Collins has great instincts in coverage, but he's also a physical player who flourishes in run support. An experienced player, he served as one of Alabama's defensive leaders.

8. Atlanta Falcons: Shane Ray, DE, Missouri

Atlanta finished 2014 with one of the league's worst pass rushes. This team desperately needs a playmaker up front, and it will get one by selecting Ray. The Missouri product has an explosive burst off the line and great speed around the edge. Combining that with a powerful 6'3", 245-pound frame makes him a well-rounded edge-rusher.

9. New York Giants: Bud Dupree, DE/OLB, Kentucky

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New York's offense is taking off, but it needs help on the defensive side of the ball. Dupree may be one of the draft's most NFL-ready prospects due to his prototypical size and great technique. At 6'4" and 267 pounds, he has a great burst and uses a wide array of pass-rushing moves to get into the backfield in a hurry. This selection will be all the more important if Jason Pierre-Paul leaves via free agency.

10. St. Louis Rams: Trae Waynes, CB, Michigan State

Michigan State sure knows how to produce solid cornerbacks, and the Rams will benefit from that. Waynes has fantastic size at 6'1" and 183 pounds. He uses his length to win contested jump balls and has enough speed to remain on the hip of faster receivers. A physical corner, he isn't afraid of contact and routinely helps in run support.

11. Minnesota Vikings: Andrus Peat, OT, Stanford

Teddy Bridgewater and his young weapons made strides in 2014, but a lack of pass protection didn't allow the offense to reach its true potential. Adding Peat would be a big step in the right direction. At 6'7" and 312 pounds, he is difficult to move when blocking for the run, and he's agile for his size, which allows him to maneuver nicely when in pass protection.

According to College Football 24/7, Peat is officially entering the 2015 NFL draft:

12. Cleveland Browns: DeVante Parker, WR, Louisville

Will Josh Gordon stay out of trouble over the offseason? That must be a question on the minds of everyone within the Browns organization. It's time to select a trustworthy wide receiver who can remain in play for the long run. Parker is long at 6'3", and he possesses a great mix of physicality, soft hands and crisp route running that makes him an all-around threat out wide.

13. New Orleans Saints: Vic Beasley, DE/OLB, Clemson

Beasley may not be a large defender at 6'2" and 235 pounds, but he is quick and extremely strong for his size. Not only can he use his burst to get around the edge, but he's strong enough to bull rush his way into the backfield. This Clemson product will help a struggling Saints defense get back on track.

14. Miami Dolphins: Cedric Ogbuehi, OT, Texas A&M

Ja'Wuan James held up nicely at left tackle in 2014, but the Dolphins still need someone on the other end of the line. Ogbuehi's 6'5", 300-pound frame, good strength and deceptive quickness make him a force in pass protection and run blocking. He should find success on either the left or right side of the line.

15. San Francisco 49ers: Kevin White, WR, West Virginia

Colin Kaepernick really struggled in 2014, and with Michael Crabtree and Brandon Lloyd set to be free agents in 2015, adding a wide receiver through the draft is a necessity. White is strong, and at 6'3" and 210 pounds, he has nice size to play on the outside. He has acceleration to get down the field quickly, and his leaping ability makes him a threat to bring down jump balls.

16. Houston Texans: Marcus Peters, CB, Washington

Houston's secondary was a mess in 2014, so cornerback really needs to be a priority in the draft. Peters has nice size for an outside corner at 6'0", 198 pounds. He has great instincts in coverage and plays receivers well, adjusting to the ball to accumulate passes defensed and interceptions. A physical hitter, he is also helpful in run support.

17. San Diego Chargers: La'el Collins, OT, LSU

San Diego missed out on the playoffs partly due to a battered Philip Rivers. Heading into 2015, pass protection will be at a premium for this team, so adding Collins seems like the right move. He's deceptively quick for his 6'5", 321-pound frame, and his impressive strength only adds to his appeal.

18. Kansas City Chiefs: Jaelen Strong, WR, Arizona State

Get used to seeing wide receivers being mocked to the Chiefs on a regular basis. This team has been lacking a viable threat for quite some time, and the position must finally be made a priority. Strong is a great physical specimen at 6'3" and 215 pounds, and he combines good burst, strong hands, quality route running and exceptional vision to be a threat all over the field.

19. Cleveland Browns (via Bills): Shaq Thompson, LB, Washington

Cleveland needs a pass-rushing presence on the defensive side of the ball, and it will get a good one here with Thompson. Not only is the 6'2", 231-pound linebacker very physical, but he's quick on his feet as well, spending time at running back for the Huskies in a pinch. He has great instincts and loves to hit. That sure sounds like an AFC North linebacker.

20. Philadelphia Eagles: Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, CB, Oregon

All Oregon ties aside, Chip Kelly's team really needs a viable cornerback. Ekpre-Olomu was one of the nation's best at the position with the Ducks. His speed, ball skills and leadership would serve Philadelphia's defense nicely.

21. Cincinnati Bengals: Dante Fowler, DE/OLB, Florida

Cincinnati's pass rush was nonexistent in 2014, and that must change for this team to finally win a playoff game. Fowler isn't the biggest pass-rusher at 6'2", but he has a strong 261-pound body and great speed off the edge. He's versatile after playing all across the defensive line and at outside linebacker while at Florida. That kind of versatility can go a long way in Cincinnati's rotation. 

Here's what NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah had to say about Fowler:

22. Pittsburgh Steelers: P.J. Williams, CB, Florida State

The Steelers have an abundance of question marks all over the secondary, so grabbing a cornerback here shouldn't be an unexpected move. Williams has nice size at 6'0" and 196 pounds. He's great in coverage and is a physical corner who doesn't shy away from contact and can make solid open-field tackles.

23. Detroit Lions: Eddie Goldman, DT, Florida State

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This pick assumes Ndamukong Suh leaves in free agency. At 6'3" and 320 pounds, Goldman should prove to be a nice replacement. He's difficult to move and is an excellent gap-stuffer. Powerful as well, he has the ability to bull rush his way into the backfield, causing problems against both the run and the pass.

24. Arizona Cardinals: Benardrick McKinney, LB, Mississippi State

Arizona's defense is already top-notch, but adding a presence at inside linebacker would put the team over the top. McKinney is a force at 6'4" and 249 pounds. He combines good size with speed, strength and athleticism, which makes him a versatile player and a candidate to play multiple positions on the Cardinals defense.

Bleacher Report's Matt Miller has McKinney atop his board at inside linebacker:

25. Carolina Panthers: T.J. Clemmings, OT, Pittsburgh

At 6'5" and 305 pounds, Clemmings is agile and moves well for his size. He's consistent with his technique and, while raw, possesses the traits to become a solid left tackle in the NFL. That's good news for the Panthers as they search for a reliable player to protect Cam Newton's blind side.

26. Baltimore Ravens: Shilique Calhoun, DE, Michigan State

The Ravens have a great rotation at outside linebacker, and adding Calhoun will further strengthen that position for the long haul. Not only does he have plenty of speed to get pressure from off the edge, but he's a smart player who holds contain well in running situations.

27. Indianapolis Colts: Melvin Gordon, RB, Wisconsin

Trent Richardson is officially a bust, and while Daniel Herron is a capable ball-carrier, his fumbling issues may not allow him to be a long-term answer. Gordon took the nation by storm in 2014, becoming the fastest running back to eclipse 2,000 yards in a season. He has prototypical size (6'1", 207 lbs) and speed for the NFL, and he will bring balance to the Colts offense.

28. Dallas Cowboys: Danny Shelton, DT, Washington

Dallas could really use an anchor in the center of its defensive line, and Shelton fits the bill perfectly. At 6'2" and 332 pounds, he's difficult to move and a consistent force against the run. He has a great deal of upper-body strength that allows him to push his way into the backfield and disrupt the pass as well.

29. Denver Broncos: Ronnie Stanley, OT, Notre Dame

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If Peyton Manning can continue to get solid protection, he could stick around for a few more years. That would be great news for the Broncos, so focusing on the offensive line makes sense here. Stanley has experience at both tackle positions and is athletic for his 6'6", 318-pound frame. He's strong and uses his powerful legs to push defenders back on their heels when blocking for the run.

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

Bennett may have played defensive tackle at Ohio State, but he's a great candidate to slide out to defensive end in Green Bay's 3-4 scheme. He isn't overwhelmingly strong, but he utilizes his quickness and leverage to beat offensive linemen with speed. Possessing great vision, he routinely finds the ball easily to make plays in the backfield.

31. Seattle Seahawks: Dorial Green-Beckham, WR, Washington

Seattle has plenty of size on defense, but it really needs to get bigger on the offensive side of the ball, especially at receiver. Green-Beckham is the way to go in that regard, as he stands at 6'5" and weighs in at 225 pounds. With great athleticism for his size, he's a vertical threat who also has a wide catch radius, which makes him great in the red zone and a jump-ball target downfield.

We could see Green-Beckham declare for the draft soon following the recent firing of wide receivers coach Jay Norvell, via Josh Norris of Rotoworld:

32. New England Patriots: Devin Funchess, WR, Michigan

The Patriots lack a true No. 1 receiver, and it's never bad to add big weapons as long as Tom Brady is at the helm. A converted tight end, Funchess is a huge receiver at 6'5" and 230 pounds. His great length and leaping ability give him a huge catch radius, and his greatest value comes in his versatility, as he's capable of lining up all over the field.

All mocked underclassmen have either declared for the draft or are undecided as of January 5, according to NFL.com.