NFL Draft Order 2011: Projecting What Final Order Will Look Like On Jan. 2

2011 NFL Draft Order is a surefire candidate to take over as one of the top items of interest in this, the final week of the league's regular season. 

Here is a projected breakdown of what the final 2011 NFL Draft Order will look like after this weekend's games: 

1.) Carolina Panthers: Jimmy Clausen has to wonder if his time as the Panthers' starting quarterback is up with Andrew Luck projected as the first pick. 

2.) Denver Broncos: With a quarterback possibly off their to-do list, the Broncos could look to give Tim Tebow a supporting cast member or beef up their shaky defense. 

3.) Cincinnati Bengals: The Bengals could add Georgia's A.J. Green to rookie standout Jordan Shipley for a powerful young duo. 

4.) Buffalo Bills: After a solid year from Ryan Fitzpatrick and Fred Jackson emerging as the No. 1 running back, the Bills can build around them to compete in the AFC East. 

5.) Arizona Cardinals: A quarterback is a must for the Cardinals. Look for either Ryan Mallett or Jake Locker to go here. 

6.) San Francisco 49ers: Another team in desperate need of a quarterback. Cam Newton or the leftover signal caller is a prime candidate to be selected here. 

7.) Dallas Cowboys: With Tony Romo returning from injury and a talented offense, look for the Cowboys to sure up a defensive hole. 

8.) Houston Texans: The need for Houston is on the defensive side of the ball. 

9.) Detroit Lions: Let jokes about drafting another wide out presume. Expect the much-improved Lions to think defensively here, though. 

10.) Cleveland Browns: With Colt McCoy locked in as the potential starting QB for years to come, the Browns are bound to find a wide receiver to build upon. 

11.) Seattle Seahawks: After a whirlwind season, the Seahawks could find the replacement for Matt Hasselbeck. 

12.) Tennessee Titans: The needs are plenty for the Titans. Could they be in search of a quarterback too? 

13.) Washington Redskins: Rex Grossman could be the man to take over. Will Clinton Portis return? If not, expect a running back to be taken here. 

14.) Minnesota Vikings: Joe Webb's recent strong play could have the Vikings reconsidering how to handle this first-round selection. 

15.) New England Patriots (From Oakland): The Patriots were sure hoping the Raiders wouldn't have contended so well this year. Still, an immediate impact pass-rusher could be found at No. 15. 

16.) Miami Dolphins: Another team with a need at quarterback is the Dolphins. But who will be left? 

17.) Jacksonville Jaguars: One can only guess how the Jaguars will select here.

18.) San Diego Chargers: A move to sure up the running back position could be made for the under-achieving Chargers. 

19.) New York Giants: A late-season slide has the Giants in the unenviable position of potentially missing the playoffs and getting a late first-rounder. 

20.) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: The Bucs competed well in arguably the NFC's toughest conference. A move to jump to the next level is necessary. 

21.) St. Louis Rams: It's settled. The Rams will build around the poised Sam Bradford. 

22.) Indianapolis Colts: Expect the Colts to take measures to avoid this year's injury-riddled issues of inconsistency. 

23.) Green Bay Packers: The returns of Jermichael Finley and Ryan Grant could allow the Packers to add to their defense.

24.) Kansas City Chiefs: The playoff-bound Chiefs could bolster an already-efficient offense with another wide receiver to play opposite Dwayne Bowe. 

25.) Philadelphia Eagles: The best draft pick the Eagles can make is to sign Michael Vick. Adding a bit of protection for him should be the next top assignment. 

26.) New York Jets: A solid defense can be made better with an athletic addition to bolster the secondary. 

27.) New Orleans Saints: Could the Saints make a move to replace the inconsistent Reggie Bush? 

28.) Chicago Bears: With Jay Cutler supplanted as the man in the Windy City, a bit more offensive line protection would do the Bears well. 

29.) Baltimore Ravens: The Ravens defense is tough, but getting older by the day. This first-round selection could serve to add a bit of youth. 

30.) Pittsburgh Steelers: Offensive line protection has been the issue in their losses this year. 

31.) Atlanta Falcons: A bit more offensive line protection would only help the Atlanta Falcons and quarterback Matt Ryan. 

32.) New England Patriots: Another addition to a developing and young defense is a must for the Patriots.