NFL Draft 2015: Full Mock Draft, Predictions for First Three Rounds
The next big event of the NFL offseason is the Scouting Combine. It is the next chance for NFL teams to poke and prod at players in hopes of getting a better idea of who fits where in the league. Before we get to the next checkpoint on the NFL draft parade it is time for a new mock draft.
This time around, it's a full three-round projection. The final draft order is locked in, so there's a much better sense of who goes where. The interesting challenge of a projection like this is what the league is thinking doesn't always mesh with what the media perception is of these prospects. Nevertheless, sit back and enjoy another heaping dose of mock draft goodness.
All player data courtesy of the college football section of sports-reference.com.
1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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The Pick: Jameis Winston, QB Florida State
There’s never a whole lot to be excited about if you are the team with the top overall pick in the NFL draft. That typically means the wheels came off for your team early in the season, and the team was never able to recover.
And where things can go wrong the worst is at quarterback. That’s what befell the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as they shuffled in starting quarterbacks Mike Glennon and Josh McCown. Both were able to muster only a single victory during their run, so things have to change.
The debate then becomes about which of the two top quarterbacks the Buccaneers should target. The reality is, it is a case of which quarterback is most ready to contribute under any circumstances, and which quarterback has the higher ceiling in the right system?
As great as Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota is, the Buccaneers don’t have the developmental window for him. That’s why the pick here has to be Florida State quarterback James Winston. Winston can make all the NFL throws, shows tremendous poise in the pocket and has built an impressive resume.
Winston’s mechanics are a work in progress and he does force the ball at times, but his ability to integrate more quickly into an offensive scheme gives him the nod here.
2. Tennessee Titans
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The Pick: Randy Gregory, DE Nebraska
There is a real possibility here that the Tennessee Titans could use Mariota as a bargaining chip and try to work a trade down. This would allow them to still get the player they covet, as well as stockpile picks at the same time.
However, should the Titans get no takers to go up to get a player, the Titans need to focus on boosting their defensive line. That really comes down to a pair of players. The Titans could go for USC defensive tackle Leonard Williams. However, with the defensive system the Titans are running, an elite edge player makes more sense.
Nebraska defensive end Randy Gregory certainly looks the part. Gregory’s lateral agility is tremendous, and he has been incredibly productive in college. Gregory’s role on the Titans would be as a pass-rushing outside linebacker, which would test the amount of flexibility and overall athleticism Gregory has.
3. Jacksonville Jaguars
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The Pick: Leonard Williams, DE/DT USC
There are some nice pieces coming together for the Jacksonville Jaguars on the offense. That means head coach Gus Bradley can focus on defense early in this draft. The Jaguars need a player on defense who must be accounted for on every play, whether that is inside or outside on the defensive line.
In walks USC defensive tackle Leonard Williams. Williams has a special level of athleticism for a man his size and in the Jaguars defense he could lineup inside or outside and still be effective. Williams is explosive off the snap with exceptional power and leverage. Rarely do you see Williams not finish a play and every team wants a big man that plays hard every down.
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4. Oakland Raiders
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The Pick: Amari Cooper, WR Alabama
There are really two directions the Oakland Raiders can go here. If Oakland wants to bolster their defense, they could add an edge-rusher to line up opposite linebacker Khalil Mack. There are several to choose from at this point.
The other direction the Raiders could go is to add a weapon for quarterback Derek Carr. This time around, the Raiders go for the weapon with Alabama wide receiver Amari Cooper. Cooper is the top of a crowded wide receiver class. Cooper doesn’t have the deep-ball skills of some of the other top wide receivers, but his overall game is exceptional. Crisp routes, active hands and excellent after the catch are the hallmarks of Cooper's game.
5. Washington Redskins
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The Pick: Shane Ray, DE Missouri
The Washington Redskins are another team with multiple holes to fill and only one first-round pick to try to do it. The Redskins should really just draft the highest rated player on its board regardless of position. There is no reason to overthink this. Get an impact player and put him on the field.
That impact player is Missouri defensive end Shane Ray. Ray would move to outside linebacker in the Redskins base 3-4 opposite Ryan Kerrigan. Ray’s ability to explode off the edge would match ideally with Kerrigan’s ability to disrupt in the offensive backfield. Ray lacks ideal size but makes up for it with active hands and that big first step.
6. New York Jets
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The Pick: Kevin White, WR West Virginia
OK, here comes the first curve of the round. Conventional wisdom here says the New York Jets must draft a quarterback in the first round. However, is there really anything that offensive coordinator Chan Gailey can do for Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota? That feels like a forced pairing and a bad fit for both.
Instead the Jets add a weapon for whomever they decide to have under center. It wouldn’t be unreasonable to say that West Virginia wide receiver Kevin White is a better wide receiver than Cooper in multiple categories. White is definitely ahead in the deep routes and can do a much better job stretching a defense deep. White’s hands are strong and he has shown he can go up and take the football away from anyone.
7. Chicago Bears
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The Pick: Dante Fowler Jr., DE/LB Florida
Part of the shakeup of adding head coach John Fox to the Chicago Bears is a likely change in defensive scheme along with it. Should the Bears transition to a 3-4 for the upcoming season, they must add a pass-rushing outside linebacker right away.
Of all the edge players left on the board, Florida linebacker Dante Fowler, Jr. is one of the most interesting. Fowler is big and strong enough to defend the run and explosive enough to win off the edge against a tackle. The question is whether or not Fowler can be consistent in coverage when asked to do so. However, that’s not why you draft Fowler, and what he does well will help the Bears in a big way.
8. Atlanta Falcons
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The Pick: Alvin Dupree, DE Kentucky
With the 4-3 defense coming back to the Atlanta Falcons, the need for a legit defensive end that can dominate with his hand on the ground becomes a high priority. There is plenty of talent on this team to win, but adding a pass-rush specialist would really help.
The top 4-3 defensive end on the board at this point is Kentucky’s Alvin Dupree. Dupree has the size (264 pounds) to hold up as a full-time defensive end, while having the burst off the edge to really get after the quarterback. This might feel a little early for Dupree, but when you put on the film you see flashes of a truly elite player.
9. New York Giants
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The Pick: Danny Shelton, DT Washington
Ideally, the New York Giants will have a defensive end fall into their laps with this pick. Or perhaps they would choose to move up to get one of the top guys. However, for this projection, the run on defensive ends left the cupboards bare. This means the Giants need to turn their attention to either offensive tackle or defensive tackle.
This time around, the Giants take massive defensive tackle Danny Shelton from Washington. Shelton may look like a 343-pound plug in the middle of the defensive line, but his game is much more than that. Shelton has quick feet, plays with solid leverage and violent hands. Shelton has the talent to be a three-down tackle as he can rush the passer as well as stuff the run.
10. St. Louis Rams
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The Pick: Marcus Mariota, QB Oregon
The slide of Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota stops with the St. Louis Rams. There’s no doubt the marriage of Mariota and St. Louis works. The Rams have a really nice mix of skill players and one of the most ferocious defensive lines in football.
The trick with Mariota will be if the Rams coaches, including a new offensive coordinator is willing to tailor an offense around Mariota’s elite athleticism and overall skill set. If they do, Mariota should be able to find success early. Besides, who doesn’t want to see Mariota and running back Tre Mason running the zone read? It’ll be college all over again.
11. Minnesota Vikings
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The Pick: DeVante Parker, WR Louisville
If there was ever a pairing of need and fit, it might be with the Minnesota Vikings and this pick. For as solid as quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was as a rookie, he did it with very little help from his skill players. Wide receiver Greg Jennings led the team with only 59 receptions, so an upgrade at wide receiver is a must.
And which wide receiver would be better than Bridgewater’s former teammate, DeVante Parker? Even if Bridgewater weren’t at the helm in Minnesota, Parker makes a ton of sense.
Parker gives a great mix of size and speed for the position and has learned the subtleties of the game. Week after week Parker was the focus of the opposing defense yet he still found ways to get open and make the tough catches. This is exactly what Bridgewater and the Vikings need.
12. Cleveland Browns
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The Pick: Arik Armstead, DE Oregon
Unfortunately for the Cleveland Browns, the three best wide receivers in this draft all came off the board before their first pick of the round. However, there’s no reason to despair because this draft has some impressive talent that can be had later in the round at the position.
This means the Browns can switch to the other side of the football and try to add talent along that defensive line. Whether it is defensive end or nose tackle, there are really no spots on that line that couldn’t be improved. For this pick the Browns add a fast-rising prospect in Oregon defensive end Arik Armstead. The former Duck is a freakish athlete and a natural 5-technique defensive end.
Armstead can rush off the edge at 6’5” and 296 pounds but is also adept at diagnosing the play and chasing down running backs. Look for Armstead to really get momentum after the scouting combine.
13. New Orleans Saints
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The Pick: Marcus Peters, CB Washington
If things play out this way, the New Orleans Saints are going to be in a tough spot. Their top need is a pass-rushing outside linebacker, but the run on them has forced them to take a second-tier player here. However, the more prudent choice might be to hold off on the edge player and instead focus on adding a player on the back end.
That’s where Washington cornerback Marcus Peters comes in. Everything else being equal, Peters is easily the most talented cornerback in this draft. He’s got a stout compact build and excellent strength. Peters also excels in man coverage and has the speed to mirror any wide receiver, along with the strength to jam them at the line of scrimmage.
14. Miami Dolphins
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The Pick: Malcom Brown, DT Texas
Looking at the Miami Dolphins roster, there is plenty to be excited about. However, one thing they do need to consider is finding a way to generate a pass rush along the interior defensive front. There are power guys on the roster to stuff the run but none of those guys scare offenses on third down.
Malcom Brown from the University of Texas is a defensive tackle that looks like he’s a bruiser, but he has a game built on speed and quickness. Brown a great one-gap tackle with a surprising first step and exceptional hand usage. Brown would make an excellent 3-technique tackle next to one of those power guys and would take some heat off the defensive ends as well.
15. San Francisco 49ers
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The Pick: Brandon Scherff, OT Iowa
It is hard to pass on prospects sometimes. The San Francisco 49ers have multiple needs including wide receiver and cornerback, depending on how free agency goes. However, the same could be said for offensive line, and in this projection the best player on the board by a long shot is Iowa offensive tackle Brandon Scherff.
Is Scherff going to last this long when the actual draft comes around? It’s hard to say, but at this point in the round he would represent ridiculous value. Scherff is a powerful blocker with a nasty disposition. Scherff is also versatile enough that he can excel at either guard or tackle, giving the 49ers some great options for how to use him.
16. Houston Texans
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The Pick: Trae Waynes, CB Michigan State
This pick could be forced by free agency for the Houston Texans. If the Texans cannot or will not pay cornerback Kareem Jackson, it would leave a huge void in the defensive secondary. That makes cornerback a top priority in this projection.
The best cornerback on the board at this point is Michigan State’s Trae Waynes. Wayne is a long, quick athlete with nice speed and excellent anticipation. Waynes is experienced in press-man coverage and isn’t afraid to mix it up at the line of scrimmage. If the Texans do retain Jackson, look for this pick to go offensive line.
17. San Diego Chargers
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The Pick: T.J. Clemmings, Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh offensive tackle T.J. Clemmings is another player who could see a huge bump in terms of public perception once the combine is finished. As a former basketball star, Clemmings has elite athleticism and great feet. Clemmings is far from a finished product in terms of technique and does lose leverage at times. Nevertheless, Clemmings would be a nice value pick here with major upside.
If the Chargers want to maximize quarterback Philip Rivers, it has to start up front. Given time Clemmings could turn into a truly elite left tackle. Clemmings might not be ready to start from the opening snap, but given time, he would be hard to keep out of the starting lineup.
18. Kansas City Chiefs
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The Pick: Jaelen Strong, WR Arizona State
It is crazy to think how long it has been since a Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver has caught a touchdown pass. What the Chiefs need is a receiver with size who can run and get separation. Arizona State wide receiver Jaelen Strong is both of those things, and he is easily the top wide receiver left on the board. Strong has the power to fight for the football, but if he beats the press can run past defensive backs as well.
The Chiefs cannot continue to have success if they ignore wide receiver early. The divide between Strong and the three wide receivers taken ahead of him is much smaller than many realize. Strong was the focus of the Arizona State offense and defenses never could find a way to shut him down completely.
19. Cleveland (From Buffalo)
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The Pick: Devin Funchess, WR Michigan
I’m not sure what Michigan wide receiver Devin Funchess will be called in the NFL, but whether he plays a more traditional wide receiver role or a hybrid one, he is going to be productive. Funchess is a huge target with ridiculous catch radius and exceptional athleticism.
Funchess lacks polish in terms of route running and doesn’t always have ideal concentration, but in the proper role would be a matchup nightmare against smaller cornerbacks and slower linebackers. It's hard to say who will be under center for the Browns next season, but whomever it is, they will be glad to have a massive target like Funchess out in the route.
20. Philadelphia Eagles
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The Pick: Landon Collins, S Alabama
Every team wants a player that strikes fear in the opposition with their physical play. As of now, the Philadelphia Eagles don’t have that sort of presence on defense. The Eagles gave up too many chunks of yards and didn’t have that finisher on the field.
Adding Alabama safety Landon Collins would give the Eagles that hitter in and around the line of scrimmage to keep offenses honest. Collins isn’t great in coverage, but he reads the play and gets downhill in a hurry. Collins’ ability to finish makes him an ideal strong safety candidate.
21. Cincinnati Bengals
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The Pick: Carl Davis, DT Iowa
There are a number of directions the Cincinnati Bengals can go with this pick. Cornerback, linebacker, defensive end and defensive tackle are all spots that could use an upgrade. However, once you figure in free agency and the value of the players at those spots, defensive end and defensive tackle make a lot of sense.
A guy to keep in mind is Iowa defensive tackle Carl Davis. As the season went on Davis really grew into a disruptive force for the Hawkeyes. Davis capped that with what was probably the best overall week at the Senior Bowl of any player. Davis is highly productive and plays with a relentless determination that fits with what the Bengals like to do.
22. Pittsburgh Steelers
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The Pick: Eli Harold, DE/LB Virginia
At the very top of the Steelers’ offseason wish list is to get their pass rush up and running. Most of the team’s top outside linebackers are free agents, and so it is uncertain how many, if any, of them return. Jarvis Jones is the only experienced player on the team currently under contract.
Virginia defensive end/linebacker Eli Harold is an incredibly productive college pass-rusher with a great all-around bundle of skills. Harold has a nice frame (6’4”, 250 pounds) but it’s his burst and first step that make him an ideal pick for the Steelers. This team is still looking for that guy who can come off the corner in a hurry and beat his man off the ball. Harold could be that guy.
23. Detroit Lions
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The Pick: La’el Collins, OT LSU
The direction the Detroit Lions go with this pick will depend greatly on whether or not they are able to re-sign defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. However, even if Suh does leave via free agency, it is hard to pass up the highest-rated player on the board at a different position of need.
If LSU tackle La’el Collins is available to the Lions, they must consider him, even if it means waiting to replace Suh. Collins is a big mauling tackle with a nasty disposition and a finisher’s mentality. Collins looks like he can play at a high level at either guard or tackle, which would allow the Lions to shuffle players around until they get the best fit.
24. Arizona Cardinals
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The Pick: Shaq Thompson, LB Washington
The Arizona Cardinals defense gets a lot of love for its ability to create havoc on opposing offenses. However, when you look at the roster, there aren’t really those players, in particular among the linebackers, that strike fear in anyone.
Adding Washington linebacker Shaq Thompson would give Arizona a dominant athlete who is still learning how to player linebacker. Thompson is as explosive a player as there is in this draft. One big knock on Thompson is his size and how he’ll hold up against the run in the NFL. However, in the right role, Thompson should be very productive.
25. Carolina Panthers
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The Pick: Andrus Peat, OT Stanford
Watching the Carolina Panthers last season it was clear that this team is much better with solid offensive line play. The Panthers could use an upgrade at either tackle position, where play was inconsistent at best. Helping protect quarterback Cam Newton and keeping the rushing offense on course has to be a top priority. And that means a big left tackle.
Stanford’s Andrus Peat is a near-ideal tackle prospect from a technical standpoint. Peat kicks out well and sets up quickly. Peat doesn’t have overwhelming power, but he makes up for that with excellent technique and footwork. Peat's punch is solid and in the run game can get to the second level and finish blocks.
26. Baltimore Ravens
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The Pick: Sammie Coates, WR Auburn
Don’t be at all surprised if the Baltimore Ravens choose to go with one of the top running backs here. Running back is certainly a need, but it is tough to pull the trigger on a running back this early in a class this deep. Instead, the Ravens snatch up a sleeper talent at another offensive position of need.
Auburn wide receiver Sammie Coates has a real shot to be the most productive rookie wide receiver on this list if he lands with Baltimore. Coates game is predicated on getting behind a secondary and gobbling up huge chunks of yards. There’s no doubt Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is OK with having a tall, speedy weapon like Coates to throw it up to.
27. Dallas Cowboys
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The Pick: Benardrick McKinney, LB Mississippi State
In a perfect world the Dallas Cowboys are able to find a defensive end at this point in the draft. However, the value for that position just isn’t here. It would be wise for the Cowboys to go for the top player on the board and find a spot for them. The Cowboys defense played out of their minds in 2014, but it is hard to see them maintain that in 2015 without an influx of talent.
In this case that is Mississippi State linebacker Benardrick McKinney. McKinney is one of those players that doesn’t have overwhelming numbers, but he has the look of a very fluid, natural football player. His role at Mississippi State was somewhat limited, so you draft him with the assumption that all that length and football acumen will mean he can excel in any role.
28. Denver Broncos
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The Pick: Ereck Flowers, OT Miami
There might not be another team with a draft board that will be impacted more by free agency than the Denver Broncos. With their top wide receiver, tight end and tackle all looking for big raises, someone has to go. And that same someone will have to be replaced early.
From a financial standpoint, letting tackle Orlando Franklin leave and replacing him with Miami offensive tackle Ereck Flowers is the most logical decision. Flowers is a great prospect, able to dominate at times via a great mix of power and technique. Flowers would be able to step in at the starting right tackle spot from the beginning and have a significant impact.
29. Indianapolis Colts
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The Pick: Vic Beasley, LB Clemson
Whether or not Clemson linebacker Vic Beasley is considered a steal or a stretch here will depend greatly on the scale. If Beasley shows up at the combine and weighs in less than 230 pounds, it will be tough for teams to justify drafting him in the first round.
However, assuming Beasley can check in over the magical 230-pound mark, teams will breathe easy in knowing they have a dominant and productive edge player who can cause havoc on opposing quarterbacks. Beasley might not be an every-down linebacker, but as a specialist, Beasley could dominate. Beasley has unreal anticipation, which makes him nearly impossible to block. By the time the tackle sets up, Beasley is bending the edge.
30. Green Bay Packers
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The Pick: Eddie Goldman, DT Florida State
Looking over the Green Bay Packers depth chart, there is a real lack of depth at the nose tackle position. B.J. Raji and Letroy Guion are both free agents, and there’s nothing behind them. Even with problems at linebacker, this makes nose tackle a higher priority.
Other than Shelton, there isn’t a more physically imposing defensive lineman in the draft than Florida State defensive tackle Eddie Goldman. Goldman is a natural 0-technique tackle that plays with impressive leverage and a powerful upper body. Goldman is one of the few players in this draft that can just maul offensive tackles and impose his will on bigger men.
31. Seattle Seahawks
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The Pick: Maxx Williams, TE Minnesota
The plan here was for the Seattle Seahawks to draft a legit wide receiver prospect. Unfortunately, the run on wide receivers in this round means drafting the next best wide receiver on the board feels like a reach in the first round.
So the next best thing is to get quarterback Russell Wilson a weapon in the passing game at tight end with Minnesota tight end Maxx Williams. Williams has the speed to stretch the field from the interior and the strength to stay on the field on rushing downs. Williams is powerful, with strong hands and excellent body control. In a down class Williams is easily the best overall tight end prospect.
32. New England Patriots
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The Pick: Todd Gurley, RB Georgia
If there’s anything to be learned by the way the New England Patriots draft it is that you must always expect the unexpected. The Patriots are staring down two of their three top running backs from 2014 facing free agency.
Even coming off of an injury, Georgia running back Todd Gurley is a special talent, and well worth a flyer at the end of the first round. Prior to his injury, Gurley was a mortal lock to go in the top half of the first round, so assuming he comes back healthy, this pick is a steal. Gurley's mix of power and speed doesn't come along very often, and the Patriots will recognize that.
Round 2
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1. Tennessee: Brett Hundley, QB UCLA
The Titans pull the trigger on a potential franchise quarterback in UCLA’s Hundley.
2. Tampa Bay: Cedric Ogbuehi, OT Texas A&M
The Buccaneers get a first-round talent in the second round while he recovers from a knee injury.
3. Oakland: Owa Odighizuwa, DE UCLA
The Raiders get their pass-rush specialist with the disruptive Odighizuwa.
4. Jacksonville: Melvin Gordon, RB Wisconsin
Gordon is an elite talent to bolster a young and improving Jaguars offense.
5. New York (AFC): Nate Orchard, DE/LB Utah
Lack of pass rush from the edge has been a concern, and Orchard is a monster coming off the corner.
6. Washington: Alex Carter, CB Stanford
The Redskins get a physical cornerback with elite size and great all-around technique.
7. Chicago: Gerod Holliman, S Louisville
Improving the Bears secondary is a top priority and Holliman is a ball hawk in the defensive backfield.
8. New York (NFC): Denzel Perryman, LB Miami
Miami’s Perryman is one of the biggest hitters in the entire draft, and he comes downhill like a hammer at the football.
9. St. Louis: Eric Kendricks, LB UCLA
St. Louis picks up an undersized and disruptive middle linebacker to add more punch to its defense.
10. Atlanta: Jake Fisher, OT Oregon
Fisher is a powerful, athletic zone-blocking tackle that is a great fit along the Falcons offensive line.
11. Cleveland: Jalen Collins, CB LSU
Collins is a long, athletic cornerback with a very high ceiling.
12. New Orleans: Jordan Phillips, DT Oklahoma
The Saints add a massive nose tackle prospect with impressive athleticism.
13. Minnesota: Kevin Johnson, CB Wake Forest
Johnson is a physical cornerback that can press at the line of scrimmage as well as turn and run.
14. San Francisco: Devin Smith, WR Ohio State
San Francisco needs a receiver that can run, and Smith has excellent deep speed.
15. Miami: Paul Dawson, LB TCU
Dawson gives the Dolphins flexibility to play him inside or outside where he can disrupt the offense.
16. San Diego: Danielle Hunter, LB LSU
Hunter has elite length and athleticism, but he needs to turn that into production on the field.
17. Kansas City: Chris Hackett, S TCU
With safety Eric Berry's career in question the Chiefs get a hard-hitting replacement at safety in Hackett.
18. Buffalo: Donovan Smith, OT Penn State
Buffalo needs help along the offensive line and Smith can be very good at guard or tackle.
19. Houston: Mario Edwards, DE FSU
Edwards is a massive interior lineman who can slide to defensive end in a 3-4.
20. Philadelphia: P.J. Williams, CB FSU
The Philadelphia secondary got beat up least season. So they add an elite athlete and excellent coverage player in Williams.
21. Cincinnati: Quinten Rollins, CB Miami (OH)
For a team looking for a cornerback, Rollins' mix of speed and length is too good to pass up.
22. Detroit: Ellis McCarthy, DT UCLA
Detroit plans for the exit of Suh with the sleeper prospect McCarthy as a replacement.
23. Arizona: Duke Johnson, RB Miami
The Cardinals suffered with poor running back play, and Johnson is a 3-down running back.
24. Pittsburgh: Ronald Darby, CB FSU
Pittsburgh fills its second primary need with a great man coverage cornerback in Darby who could also play safety.
25. Carolina: Nelson Agholor, WR USC
Agholor’s ability to work the short and intermediate part of the field would pair perfectly with Kelvin Benjamin.
26. Baltimore: Hau’oli Kikaha, LB Washington
The Ravens love hard-nosed football players and Kikaha is a big-hitting linebacker who just makes plays.
27. Denver: Michael Bennett, DT Ohio State
Bennett’s game is inconsistent, but at his best, Bennett’s first step is as good as any in the draft.
28. Dallas: Jacoby Glenn, CB UCF
Dallas fills a need here with the physical, aggressive Glenn.
29. Indianapolis: Ty Sambrailo, OT Colorado State
Protecting quarterback Andrew Luck must be a top priority, so getting Sambrailo is a nice value here.
30. Green Bay: Lorenzo Mauldin, LB Louisville
The Packers find themselves looking for a linebacker, and Mauldin gives them a thumper on the inside.
31. Seattle: Dorial Green-Beckham, WR Oklahoma
The riskiest pick of the draft comes with the Seahawks taking a chance on the troubled and talented Green-Beckham.
32. New England: Cody Prewitt, FS Ole Miss.
With the potential loss of safety Devin McCourty, the Patriots bring in the rangy safety Prewitt.
Round 3
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1. Tampa Bay: Preston Smith, DE Mississippi State
2. Tennessee: Kevin White, CB TCU
3. Jacksonville: Eric Rowe, CB Utah
4. Oakland: Josh Shaw, CB USC
5. Washington: Phillip Dorsett, WR Miami
6. New York (AFC): Tevin Coleman, RB Indiana
7. Chicago: Jordan Hicks, LB Texas
8. St. Louis: Charles Gaines, CB Louisville
9. Atlanta: Clive Walford, TE Miami
10. New York (NFC): T.J. Yeldon, RB Alabama
11. New Orleans: Lynden Trail, DE/LB Norfolk State
12. Minnesota: Max Valles, LB Virginia
13. Cleveland: Cameron Erving, OT/C Florida State
14. Miami: Lorenzo Doss, CB Tulane
15. San Francisco: Quandre Diggs, CB Texas
16. Kansas City: Daryl Williams, OT Oklahoma
17. Buffalo: Jeff Heuerman, TE Ohio State
18. Houston: Bryce Petty, QB Baylor
19. San Diego: Mike Davis, RB South Carolina
20. Philadelphia: Trey Flowers, DE Arkansas
21. Cincinnati: Rashad Greene, WR FSU
22. Arizona: Rob Havenstein, OT Wisconsin
23. Pittsburgh: Henry Anderson, DE Stanford
24. Detroit: Steve Nelson, CB Oregon State
25. Carolina: Za’Darius Smith, DE Kentucky
26. Baltimore: David Cobb, RB Minnesota
27. Dallas: Markus Golden, DE Missouri
28. Denver: Jamison Crowder, WR Duke
29. Indianapolis: David Johnson, RB Northern Iowa
30. Green Bay: Nick O’Leary, TE FSU
31. Seattle: Xavier Cooper, DT Washington State
32. New England: Gabe Wright, DT Auburn
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