NFL Mock Draft 2015: Projections for 1st-Round Prospects in Midst of Free Agency

March Madness is commonly associated with college basketball, but after the excessive amount of moves that took place during the first week of the free-agency period, it's a fitting term for the NFL offseason as well.

With blockbuster trades, lucrative contracts and even some surprising early retirements all taking place since the start of the new league year on March 10, team needs have changed drastically. Some franchises were able to fill gaping holes in their rosters while others added new ones, and the impending draft will be greatly affected as a result.

So, as prospects continue to work out during pro days and franchises mull over the possibility of making more splashes during free agency, let's take an updated look at how the first round of the draft is likely to unfold.

Pick	Team	Selection
1	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State
2	Tennessee Titans	Leonard Williams, DT, USC
3	Jacksonville Jaguars	Dante Fowler, OLB, Florida
4	Oakland Raiders	Kevin White, WR, West Virginia
5	Washington Redskins	Randy Gregory, OLB, Nebraska
6	New York Jets	Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon
7	Chicago Bears	Danny Shelton, DT, Washington
8	Atlanta Falcons	Shane Ray, DE, Missouri
9	New York Giants	Brandon Scherff, OT, Iowa
10	St. Louis Rams	Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama
11	Minnesota Vikings	Vic Beasley, OLB, Clemson
12	Cleveland Browns	DeVante Parker, WR, Louisville
13	New Orleans Saints	Trae Waynes, CB, Michigan State
14	Miami Dolphins	T.J. Clemmings, OT, Pittsburgh
15	San Francisco 49ers	Jalen Collins, CB, LSU
16	Houston Texans	La'el Collins, OT, LSU
17	San Diego Chargers	Malcom Brown, DT, Texas
18	Kansas City Chiefs	Landon Collins, S, Alabama
19	Cleveland Browns (via Buffalo)	Bud Dupree, DE, Kentucky
20	Philadelphia Eagles	Jaelen Strong, WR, Arizona State
21	Cincinnati Bengals	Jordan Phillips, DT, Oklahoma
22	Pittsburgh Steelers	Marcus Peters, CB, Washington
23	Detroit Lions	Eddie Goldman, DT, Florida State
24	Arizona Cardinals	Benardrick McKinney, ILB, Miss St
25	Carolina Panthers	Andrus Peat, OT, Stanford
26	Baltimore Ravens	Arik Armstead, DT, Oregon
27	Dallas Cowboys	Melvin Gordon, RB, Wisconsin
28	Denver Broncos	Maxx Williams, TE, Minnesota
29	Indianapolis Colts	Todd Gurley, RB, Georgia
30	Green Bay Packers	Eric Kendricks, ILB, UCLA
31	New Orleans Saints (via Seattle)	Dorial Green-Beckham, WR, Oklahoma
32	New England Patriots	Cameron Erving, C, Florida State

Analyzing Selections Impacted by Free Agency

Before free agency began, team needs across the league were pretty clear. However, one week into free agency, things have been shaken up by a slew of trades and signings. With roster needs now altered, the outlook for the draft's first round has changed significantly.

Here's a look at some key examples of selections that have been updated following recent offseason transactions.

12. Cleveland Browns: DeVante Parker, WR, Louisville

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Interestingly enough, this selection didn't change due to Cleveland's offseason activity—it's a ripple effect from moves made by the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings were in the market for a wide receiver, but they managed to add Mike Wallace via a trade with the Miami Dolphins. With that need met, Mike Zimmer can focus on another big need and grab a pass-rusher at No. 11.

As luck would have it, that leaves DeVante Parker on the board for the wide receiver-needy Browns. The 6'3", 209-pound receiver is a polished product who catches everything in his vicinity. He's strong enough to make plays over the middle and quick enough to get vertical. Parker will be able to contribute immediately in Cleveland, allowing the Browns to move on from Josh Gordon.

Previous pick: Vic Beasley, OLB, Clemson

16. Houston Texans: La'el Collins, OT, LSU

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The Texans made some solid free-agency signings, bringing in wide receiver Cecil Shorts, defensive tackle Vince Wilfork and safety Rahim Moore. Filling needs at those positions paved the way for Houston to upgrade its offensive line by adding former LSU Tiger La'el Collins.

While the Texans are in good shape at tackle with the re-signing of Derek Newton, the 6'4", 305-pound Collins is well-suited to play guard in the NFL. Sliding him inside at left guard would immediately upgrade the interior of the offensive line and add some physicality in the running game.

Previous pick: Landon Collins, S, Alabama

17. San Diego Chargers: Malcom Brown, DT, Texas

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San Diego appeared suited to go after a wide receiver to complement Keenan Allen. Well, that was exactly the case, as the Chargers brought in Jacoby Jones and Stevie Johnson, per ESPN's Adam Schefter, via free agency. With depth at that position now looking good, San Diego can focus on locking down the interior of its defensive line.

Malcom Brown has the potential to become a long-term starter for the Chargers, as his 6'2", 319-pound frame, solid burst off the line and raw power should allow him to play multiple positions along the defensive line. He's a penetrating lineman and will significantly improve San Diego's pass rush.

Previous pick: Jaelen Strong, WR, Arizona State

20. Philadelphia Eagles: Jaelen Strong, WR, Arizona State

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The Eagles have already made a bevy of moves during the free-agency period, bringing in quarterback Sam Bradford, running back DeMarco Murray, cornerback Byron Maxwell and others. However, the team lost wide receiver Jeremy Maclin to the Kansas City Chiefs and has yet to fill his shoes. Well, it just so happens there's a great replacement on the board at No. 20 overall.

At 6'2" and 217 pounds, Jaelen Strong looks to be a perfect complement to Jordan Matthews. The Arizona State product is a very physical player who isn't afraid to challenge defenders. He has great length, good leaping ability and a huge catch radius, making him a dangerous red-zone threat and an instant contributor in Philadelphia's offense.

Previous pick: Marcus Peters, CB, Washington