2015 Mock Draft: Team Predictions and Analysis for Top Prospects

There are just four teams alive in the NFL's postseason: the Seattle Seahawks and Green Bay Packers in the NFC, and the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts in the AFC. The top two from both conferences will battle this weekend to see which two teams reach Super Bowl XLIX.

These are also the only teams without their exact draft positions determined. As we head into Championship Game Weekend, here's the latest mock draft.

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

Mariota and the Oregon Ducks fells short in the national championship, but he's still the right pick for the Bucs at No. 1. As much as Tampa needs a game-changer on the field, it also needs a player who can lead, and one who can be the face of a franchise.

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

The Titans need a quarterback just as bad as the Bucs. Unfortunately, Mariota will be gone. From a talent standpoint, Winston is probably a better prospect. However, he comes with some character concerns. There's no questioning his arm, leadership, ability to run a pro-style offense or competitiveness.

If he can be self-disciplined, he'll be a solid pro.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars: Leonard Williams, USC, DL

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Jacksonville could use an offensive lineman, but there isn't one worth using the third pick on. If the Jags don't trade down, then Williams is clearly the best player available at this spot.

B/R's Dan Hope had this to say about Williams: "Both a skilled pass-rusher and a strong tackler, he can win with his strength, hand skills and his pure athleticism. With no major weakness in his game, he is the most complete prospect at any position in this year’s draft class."

4. Oakland Raiders: Amari Cooper, Alabama, WR

In order for Derek Carr to take the next step at quarterback, he needs to be given a No. 1 receiver. Without question, Cooper projects as that type of a player. He'll be the favorite to win the Offensive Rookie of the Year because of his route running, speed and hands.

5. Washington: Randy Gregory, Nebraska, DE

Williams is one heck of a talent, but Gregory isn't far behind him as a defensive line prospect. At 6'6", 245 pounds, he has the size and speed to play the DE or OLB in a 3-4 scheme. Explosive pass-rushers are always going to draw attention, and that's what Gregory is.

6. N.Y. Jets: DeVante Parker, Louisville, WR

Geno Smith also needs a No. 1 receiver if he is to ever have a shot at reaching his potential. Some might believe this is a little too high for Parker, but they won't after he performs at the NFL Scouting Combine. Some might expect him to run slower than 4.55 seconds in the 40-yard dash, but I have a suspicion Parker will run much faster.

He's such a competitor, and he seems to be working every day to improve his stock.

Per Andrea Adelson of ESPN.com, Parker recorded an unofficial 4.34 40 time just before the season started. He did suffer an injury that forced him to miss the first seven games of the season, but he returned to snag 43 passes for 855 yards and five touchdowns in just six games.

A sub-4.5 40 time would make the 6'3" receiver one of the hottest names in the draft and a perfect fit for the Jets. Don't be surprised if he suddenly leapfrogs Cooper.

7. Chicago Bears: Landon Collins, Alabama, FS/SS

With so many holes on defense, the Bears should draft the best defensive player available regardless of position. I believe that's Collins. His physicality against the run game and nose for the ball could help transform the Bears defense.

8. Atlanta Falcons: Shane Ray, Missouri, DE

The Falcons pass rush has been terrible for the last two years. It's time the team made that area of the defense its top priority in the draft. Ray set a single-season Missouri record for sacks in 2014. He can play off the edge and make an instant impact.

9. New York Giants: Vic Beasley, Clemson, DE/OLB

There's some Bruce Irvin in Vic Beasley. If the Giants make Beasley their selection, they will be ecstatic if that comparison proves to be accurate. Beasley is a little undersized at 6'2", 235 pounds, but his explosion off the line of scrimmage is unparalleled in the draft. 

At worst, he looks to be an effective situational pass-rusher.

10. St. Louis Rams: Cedric Ogbuehi, Texas A&M, OT

Athletically, Cedric Ogbuehi is likely the most gifted offensive lineman in this year's draft. The Rams are already building a strong and powerful run game, but there's still a need for a mainstay offensive tackle to protect whomever the Rams tab as their future at quarterback.

Ogbuehi has a good chance to develop into a bookend tackle.

11. Minnesota Vikings: Ereck Flowers, Miami (Florida), OT

At 6'6", 324 pounds, Flowers has great size for the position. As a pure athlete, he's not too far behind Ogbuehi. It's quite possible these two could flip-flop by the time the draft rolls around as the top two offensive tackles.

Either way, the Vikes need to improve the protection in front of Teddy Bridgewater.

12. Cleveland Browns: Danny Shelton, Washington, DT

Cleveland had the worst run defense in the NFL in 2014. A player like Shelton has the strength and presence to instantly upgrade that area of a defense. He's the best DT prospect who fits the Browns' scheme.

13. New Orleans Saints: Brandon Scherff, Iowa, OL

After seeing Drew Brees sacked 66 times over the last two seasons, it's clear the Saints need to upgrade their offensive line. The defense was also poor in 2014, so a player like Florida's Dante Fowler is a possibility. 

Scherff might be too good of a value at No. 13 to pass up. He's nasty and physical, and he can be dominant on the right side and good on the left. 

14. Miami Dolphins: Kevin White, West Virginia, WR

One of the major themes of the first round is finding young quarterbacks a No. 1 receiver. That concept continues here as Ryan Tannehill needs a go-up-and-get-it guy to pair with Jarvis Landry. White has all the tools to be that type of receiver. 

He reminds me a little of Dwayne Bowe with his strength and hands combination.

15. San Francisco 49ers: Dante Fowler, Florida, DE

If the Saints won't pull the trigger on Fowler, you'd have to believe the Niners might. San Francisco's defense is aging and becoming injury prone. Fowler could ultimately make the troubled Aldon Smith expendable.

16. Houston Texans: Devin Funchess, Michigan, WR

One day the Texans will have a franchise quarterback...I think. When that happens, he'll need a top-notch receiver to throw to once Andre Johnson has hung up his Hall of Fame-bound cleats.

Funchess is a wide receiver-tight end hybrid who has the tools to develop into a matchup nightmare.

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

Strong's stock is likely tied to his 40 time at the combine. Most won't dispute his hands and strength. At 6'3", 212 pounds, he has ideal size for the position. If he runs a sub-4.5, he might rise out of the Chiefs' reach. If he runs a bit slower, KC should have a shot at him, and he'd be a steal at No. 17.

Strong is a major sideline and red-zone threat. He catches the ball at its highest point, and he is smooth in and out of his breaks.

18. San Diego Chargers: Shaq Thompson, Washington, LB

When it comes to versatility, Thompson is second to none in this draft. He can play any linebacker position, and he'll perform at a high level no matter where he plays. In addition to the versatility, he's one of the best leaders as well.

The Chargers will have found their next great linebacker if they draft Thompson.

19. Cleveland Browns: Melvin Gordon, Wisconsin, RB

The Browns haven't had much success with running backs lately, but Gordon could be the exception. His combination of speed, strength and vision makes him one of the best running backs in the draft. 

Cleveland needs a player who can take pressure off Johnny Manziel and the passing game. It starts up front, but the running game could be more dynamic with a player like Gordon who can make things happen on the second level.

20. Philadelphia Eagles: Trae Waynes, Michigan State, CB

There's no question that the Eagles have to address their pass defense. In 2014, the team was ranked 31st in passing yards allowed.

Waynes is thin at 6'1", 182 pounds, but his long arms and good athleticism make him a good match for the bigger receivers in the NFL.

21. Cincinnati Bengals: Connor Cook, Michigan State, QB

The Bengals should be very aggressive in an attempt to move up as much as possible in hopes of taking Mariota or Winston. The team needs a quarterback in the worst way. Because jumping 19 spots is nearly unheard of, Cincinnati will likely have to find Andy Dalton's inevitable successor here or in the second round.

Cook is a sharp pocket passer with solid accuracy. He'd give the Bengals some hope in the way of a quarterback of the future.

22. Pittsburgh Steelers: Malcom Brown, Texas, DT

If the Steelers can't get Shelton, the next-best defensive tackle is Brown. At 6'2", 320 pounds, Brown has the mass to plug gaps in the defensive line. He's also a good athlete for a big man who displays good lateral movement and a decent ability to rush the passer.

23. Detroit Lions: La'el Collins, LSU, OT

Detroit's defense was ranked No. 1 in the league. However, there's still room for improvement at corner back. Still, this pick would be better served on an offensive lineman. Collins is a huge and fairly mobile tackle prospect who drew raves from ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper Jr., per Jim Kleinpeter of The Times Picayune in New Orleans. 

"The three games I evaluated him for last week I liked," Kiper Jr. said. "The seat, the balance, the adjustment that he does when he's going up against quick guys or power guys, or when they transition speed to power. I think he could be a left tackle for a long time if not a right tackle."

24. Arizona Cardinals: Ameer Abdullah, Nebraska, RB

Without the most dynamic passing game, the Cardinals could use a running back who is a playmaker on the second level. Abdullah is a threat to take it to the house whenever he touches the ball. He's a capable receiver and tough enough to run between the tackles.

25. Carolina Panthers: A.J. Cann, South Carolina, OG

Cam Newton needs help. Another weapon in the passing game would be nice, but the team can find more value by adding a dominant offensive line prospect like Cann. Guards don't get a lot of respect, but in a run-first offense like Carolina's, their impact on the game can be huge.

26. Baltimore Ravens: Ken Darby, Florida State, CB

Shoring up the secondary and adding a possession receiver should be chief on the Ravens' offseason to-do list. They won't find the receiver they need here, but Darby will certainly fit the bill at cornerback.

He's tough and competitive, and he's played for a team in college that lost one game in two years.

27. Dallas Cowboys: Kevin Johnson, Wake Forest, CB

Matching up with the the Packers' Jordy Nelson, Randall Cobb and DeVante Adams proved to be too tall of a task for the Cowboys in the divisional round.

The team could stand to add a corner who is capable of limiting or taking away an opposing team's top receiver. Johnson's athletic ability is what stands out most. He has the hops and core strength to maintain balance and to elevate to defend passes in jump-ball situations.

28. Denver Broncos: Cameron Erving, Florida State, OG, C or OT

We don't know what Peyton Manning's decision about playing in 2015 will be, but with no potential understudy worth the 28th pick, the Broncos should take the best player available. In this situation, it would be the versatile Erving.

He's played defense and just about every position on the offensive line. He could be a top-notch and athletic center if given the chance.

29. Indianapolis Colts: T.J. Clemmings, Pittsburgh, OT

Andrew Luck is tough, but he gets hit too much. If the Colts want to protect their franchise quarterback, taking an athletic tackle prospect like Clemmings is a smart move.

It could be the difference between a 12- and 16-year career for the young superstar.

30. Green Bay Packers: Benardrick McKinney, Mississippi State, ILB

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The Inside linebacker position is an area of need for the Packers. McKinney might be the best at his position in this draft.

He's only a decent athlete, but he's strong and a great tackler who is capable of leading and organizing a defense.

31. New England Patriots: Marcus Peters, Washington, CB

Moving the ball through the air against the Patriots hasn't been as difficult as was previously expected. Aqib Talib and Brandon Browner haven't exactly shut down opposing receivers.

Peters has some character concerns, but he's among the most talented corners in the draft. New England could have the type of environment that allows him to maximize his talents.

32. Seattle Seahawks: Sammie Coates, Auburn, WR

The only thing the Seahawks offense is missing is a deep threat. Coates has proved he is just that. In 2014, he had 11 catches of 25 yards or more. Give Russell Wilson this weapon, and there's no telling how much better Seattle's offense could be.