2015 NFL Mock Draft: Post-Combine Predictions for Every 1st-Round Prospect

With the 2015 NFL Scouting Combine in the rearview mirror, teams now have no shortage of data and film to utilize when determining what to do with their all-important first-round selections.

While combine performances will certainly be taken into account to some degree, every prospect also has a body of work that will come into play as well. Having the ability to properly balance all of that information is what truly sets the great talent evaluators apart from the ordinary ones.

Some picks look like slam dunks on the surface, but others will take some deeper diving, and they may not always be popular with the general public.

Here is a full rundown of predictions for what every team will do in the first round of the 2015 NFL draft, as well as a closer look at some potential selections that are likely to raise eyebrows.

Pick	Team	Selection
1	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon
2	Tennessee Titans	Randy Gregory, DE/LB, Nebraska
3	Jacksonville Jaguars	Brandon Scherff, OT, Iowa
4	Oakland Raiders	Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama
5	Washington Redskins	Leonard Williams, DL, USC
6	New York Jets	Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State
7	Chicago Bears	Landon Collins, S, Alabama
8	Atlanta Falcons	Shane Ray, DE/LB, Missouri
9	New York Giants	Shaq Thompson, LB, Washington
10	St. Louis Rams	Trae Waynes, CB, Michigan State
11	Minnesota Vikings	Andrus Peat, OT, Stanford
12	Cleveland Browns	Kevin White, WR, West Virginia
13	New Orleans Saints	Marcus Peters, CB, Washington
14	Miami Dolphins	Benardrick McKinney, ILB, Mississippi State
15	San Francisco 49ers	Danny Shelton, DL, Washington
16	Houston Texans	Brett Hundley, QB, UCLA
17	San Diego Chargers	Cameron Erving, OL, Florida State
18	Kansas City Chiefs	DeVante Parker, WR, Louisville
19	Cleveland Browns (from BUF)	Vic Beasley, DE/LB, Clemson
20	Philadelphia Eagles	P.J. Williams, CB, Florida State
21	Cincinnati Bengals	Dante Fowler, DE, Florida
22	Pittsburgh Steelers	Alex Carter, CB, Stanford
23	Detroit Lions	Eddie Goldman, DT, Florida State
24	Arizona Cardinals	Alvin Dupree, DE/LB, Kentucky
25	Carolina Panthers	La'el Collins, OT, LSU
26	Baltimore Ravens	Melvin Gordon, RB, Wisconsin
27	Dallas Cowboys	Nate Orchard, DE, Utah
28	Denver Broncos	Malcom Brown, DT, Texas
29	Indianapolis Colts	A.J. Cann, OG, South Carolina
30	Green Bay Packers	Denzel Perryman, ILB, Miami (Fla.)
31	Seattle Seahawks	Devin Funchess, TE/WR, Michigan
32	New England Patriots	Dorial Green-Beckham, WR, Oklahoma

Breaking Down Most Intriguing Selections

Marcus Peters

There are plenty of first-round options at cornerback in this draft class, but it can be argued that Washington's Marcus Peters is a cut above the rest in terms of talent.

Based on that alone, it can easily be argued that he is worthy of being the 13th overall selection by the New Orleans Saints. Peters comes with some baggage, though, due to the fact that he was dismissed from his team in college.

Peters had several issues with the Huskies' coaching staff, according to ESPN.com, and it is understandable that some NFL teams might be concerned about his ability to take direction and mesh with an organization.

As pointed out by NFL Network's Charles Davis, the burden was on Peters to alleviate those concerns during the interview process at the combine:

While that process occurs behind closed doors, Doug Kyed of NESN.com heard that the talented defensive back was extremely impressive:

The New Orleans Saints desperately need help in the secondary, as inconsistent defense was the main culprit in their failure to make the playoffs. Because of their need at corner, they are definitely a team to watch when it comes to taking a chance on Peters.

Head coach Sean Payton has built a solid, winning program, and there is enough leadership in place to keep Peters in check. As long as the Saints are fairly comfortable with him from a character perspective, they would be wise to roll the dice.

Nate Orchard

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Since the 2015 draft is stacked with pass-rushing talent, it is very easy for some players to slip through the cracks. Utah's Nate Orchard is a prime example of that, as he hasn't been talked about as much as some of his peers.

His production this past season was hugely impressive, and he was a nightmare for opposing offensive linemen. According to Andy Hart of Patriots.com, Orchard received some high praise from other prospects at the combine:

Guys who can sack the quarterback don't grow on trees, and while Orchard's measurables may not be as eye-popping as those of some of the other pass-rushers in this class, the fact that he got the job done rather than simply flashing potential should count for something.

The Dallas Cowboys had a strong season despite playing with a questionable defense. Perhaps their biggest deficiency was their inability to rush the passer, so one can only assume that they'll be on the lookout for someone who can change that.

Dallas runs a 4-3 defensive system, and Orchard's comments suggest that he would be a good fit, per Jeff Cavanaugh of 105.3 The Fan in Dallas:

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Nate Orchard: "I've had my hand on the ground for the last 10 years so that's where I'm most comfortable." Says he'll keep adding wt/250 now

— Jeff Cavanaugh (@JC1053) February 20, 2015"

It is possible that many teams will pass on Orchard in favor of flashier players with more buzz, but the team that ultimately lands him will get a hard-working and productive contributor.

He is seemingly tabbed as a second-rounder by most; however, the Cowboys should strike a bit early in order to ensure that they land him.

Devin Funchess

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One of the most interesting prospects available in the 2015 draft is Michigan pass-catcher Devin Funchess. The long, athletic star played both wide receiver and tight end in college, but it is unclear what his position of choice will be at the next level.

Based on Funchess' comments, that isn't especially important to him, according to Dane Brugler of CBSSports.com:

Funchess excelled at both positions with the Wolverines despite often subpar play from his quarterbacks. He is a mismatch regardless of where he lines up, and any number of teams would love to have that type of weapon.

It can be argued that Funchess' combine performance hurt the allure of his versatility to some degree, as his 40-yard dash time wasn't overly impressive, per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press:

In Brugler's mind, the notion that Funchess plays fast in game situations is far more important, though:

Funchess will come off the board fairly early in the draft as a borderline first-round selection. The Seattle Seahawks could be an ideal landing spot at No. 31 due to the fact that they have a need at both wide receiver and tight end.

Seattle simply needs to pick up more pass-catching weapons for quarterback Russell Wilson, and Funchess would be a great one since the coaching staff could do so many different things with him.

The Seahawks are a creative team offensively, and taking Funchess will definitely enhance that.

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