2011 NFL Mock Draft: Cam Newton, Blaine Gabbert and Complete 3-Round Projections
Lockout or no lockout, there will be an NFL draft in 2011. With that draft comes the most wide-open race for the first overall pick in years.
Cam Newton, Blaine Gabbert, Patrick Peterson, Nick Fairley, Marcell Dareus, A.J. Green and Da'Quan Bowers have all been predicted as the top pick by NFL mock drafts around the internet.
That selection will have a domino effect on the rest of the draft.
Here is a three-round 2011 NFL Mock Draft and how the draft would look if [click "next" to find out] is selected first overall:
1. Carolina Panthers: Blaine Gabbert (QB, Missouri)
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The Panthers will most likely take a quarterback with the first overall pick. The question is will that quarterback be Blaine Gabbert or Cam Newton?
This choice of Gabbert is anticipating that he blows up at his pro day. I can imagine with how much a number of "experts" love him that he would be able to come close to a perfect day with no defenders in sight.
I'm not saying this is what should happen, just what will happen.
2. Denver Broncos: Nick Fairley (DT, Auburn)
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The Broncos' switch to a 4-3 defense brings the need for a couple solid defensive tackles. They get more than a solid one in Nick Fairley.
He's back up to 297 pounds, and scouts at his pro day said he moved like a linebacker.
Denver needs a ton of help up front, and they couldn't start the fix better than with Nick Fairley.
3. Buffalo Bills: Cam Newton (QB, Auburn)
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Chan Gailey made it clear that Ryan Fitzpatrick will start for the Bills next season. Despite his loyalty to Fitzpatrick, he's definitely not Buffalo's long-term answer at quarterback.
Cam Newton's stock continues to be sky-high. Some teams reportedly have Newton as the No. 1 player on their big boards, by far.
He's a project for sure, but no player in the draft has more potential.
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4. Cincinnati Bengals: A.J. Green (WR, Georgia)
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If A.J. Green would've ran a sub-4.3 or even a low 4.4 40 time, he could've made a strong push to be taken first overall.
The Bengals seem like they're going to stick with Carson Palmer despite the rumors that he wants out. To try to win him over, they replace two big-mouth receivers in Chad Johnson and Terrell Owens with the best receiving prospect since Randy Moss and Calvin Johnson.
5. Arizona Cardinals: Von Miller (OLB, Texas A&M)
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The Cardinals secondary struggled in 2010, but the pass rush should shoulder the majority of the blame. Joey Porter and Clark Haggans combined for just 10 sacks all season.
Von Miller would definitely change that. He was the standout player at the Senior Bowl and blew up at the combine.
He's versatile enough to play in the 4-3 and 3-4, so he fits the Cardinals defense perfectly. Linebacker prospects like Miller almost never bust.
6. Cleveland Browns: Da'Quan Bowers (DE, Clemson)
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Now that the Browns are switching to a 4-3 defense, they need a defensive end badly.
They wanted A.J. Green to fall, and they're tempted to take Julio Jones, but Da'Quan Bowers still fills a big need.
Coming out of high school, Bowers was labeled the best end since Reggie White and Bruce Smith.
7. San Francisco 49ers: Patrick Peterson (CB, LSU)
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The 49ers get the best player in the draft at seventh overall—good deal.
They have bigger needs at the quarterback position and on the front seven, but Patrick Peterson is just too good to pass up at this point in the draft. He's being labeled as the next Charles Woodson and a legit shutdown cornerback.
8. Tennessee Titans: Marcell Dareus (DT, Alabama)
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With no quarterback good enough to be selected, the Titans turn their attention to the defensive side of the football.
Marcell Dareus dominated the combine and is a steal at eighth overall. Defensive tackle isn't the Titans' biggest hole, but Dareus is good enough to have been taken second overall by the Broncos.
9. Dallas Cowboys: Prince Amukamara (CB, Nebraska)
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The Cowboys fill their biggest need with the best player available. Terrance Newman is aging, and Mike Jenkins has regressed.
Prince Amukamara would be the No. 1 cornerback prospect in every other draft class. He has shutdown corner written all over him.
10. Washington Redskins: Julio Jones (WR, Alabama)
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The Redskins need help at wide receiver even if they hang on to free agent Santana Moss.
Julio Jones is a beast at the wide receiver position. He's 6'3", 220 pounds, and at that size, he ran a 4.39 40.
After his combine performance, he may have even passed A.J. Green on some teams' boards.
11. Houston Texans: Robert Quinn (OLB, North Carolina)
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With the Texans' switch to a 3-4 defense, they don't have anyone that can play outside linebacker besides Connor Barwin.
Robert Quinn could be in consideration to be taken first overall if he had actually played last season and performed a little better in the combine. He's still very gifted athletically and should give the Texans yet another star on their front seven.
12. Minnesota Vikings: J.J. Watt (DE, Wisconsin)
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The Vikings need a quarterback badly, but again, there's no one good enough.
Ray Edwards is a free agent and must be replaced. Brian Robinson isn't talented enough to be a full-time starter.
J.J. Watt continues to climb draft boards.
13. Detroit Lions: Tyron Smith (OT, USC)
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All you have to look at to know that the Lions offensive line needs an upgrade is Matt Stafford's medical bills.
Tyron Smith has emerged as the top tackle prospect in the draft. He dismissed any concerns about his weight after weighing in 307 pounds at the combine.
Jeff Backus would be much better off starting at right tackle.
14. St. Louis Rams: Cameron Jordan (DE, California)
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The Rams would love for Julio Jones to fall to No. 14, but that's highly unlikely.
Instead, they can address the defensive end position. James Hall is 34 years old, so the Rams could afford to find a replacement.
Cameron Jordan physically abused his competition at the Senior Bowl. He's versatile enough that he could play defensive end and tackle for St. Louis.
15. Miami Dolphins: Mark Ingram (HB, Alabama)
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Mark Ingram is by far the best running back in the draft.
The Miami Dolphins need to bring in a back with Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams headed to free agency.
Ingram won't just be a replacement, he'll be an upgrade.
16. Jacksonville Jaguars: Aldon Smith (DE, Missouri)
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Aaron Kampman tore his ACL again, and defensive end is a need for the Jaguars again.
Aldon Smith wasn't expected to declare for the draft until next season, but that didn't stop him from leaving Missouri. He's a freak whose athleticism has drawn comparisons to Jason Pierre-Paul.
17. New England Patriots: Ryan Kerrigan (OLB, Purdue)
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The Patriots don't have a pass rusher opposing offenses fear. Ryan Kerrigan can be that nightmare.
Kerrigan has been described as a high-motor, hard-working end who lacks athleticism. Then he ran the 40 in 4.67 seconds at 267 pounds.
18. San Diego Chargers: Cameron Heyward (DE, Ohio State)
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The Chargers are supposedly interested in Cameron Heyward.
They are losing Jacques Cesaire to free agency so they need to find a replacement. Cesaire was getting up there in age regardless.
Heyward's performance late in the 2010 season elevated him back into first-round discussion after being criticized for inconsistent play.
19. New York Giants: Nate Solder (OT, Colorado)
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The Giants need a franchise left tackle.
Nate Solder lost a lot of the weight he gained before the combine, but he impressed so much in the drills that he's still worthy of being the second tackle taken off the board.
He's raw, but being a 6'8" athlete, his potential is through the roof.
20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Adrian Clayborn (DE, Iowa)
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Tampa Bay needs a defensive end or two. They have nothing in terms of young talent on the outside.
Adrian Clayborn is a top-15 talent, but inconsistent play and character concerns have hurt his draft stock.
21. Kansas City Chiefs: Phil Taylor (NT, Baylor)
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Ron Edwards is a free agent and could've been replaced regardless.
Phil Taylor stood out at the Senior Bowl and the combine. His draft stock has gone from being selected in the third or fourth round to strong first-round consideration.
He may be the best 334-pound athlete ever.
22. Indianapolis Colts: Anthony Castonzo (OT, Boston College)
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The face of the NFL needs to be protected. No, not Roger Goodell, Peyton Manning.
The Colts have to find a franchise left tackle, and the 6'7" Anthony Castonzo looks the part.
23. Philadelphia Eagles: Gabe Carimi (OT, Wisconsin)
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The only thing that can stop the Eagles offense is their own offensive line.
Gabe Carimi is the massive lineman Andy Reid covets. Carimi should be able to replace Winston Justice in year one.
24. New Orleans Saints: Akeem Ayers (OLB, UCLA)
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Akeem Ayers is the most versatile player in the draft. He can play multiple positions on any defense.
The Saints only need him to play one, though: outside linebacker, where they've had a weakness for years.
25. Seattle Seahawks: Jimmy Smith (CB, Colorado)
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Cornerback may be the Seahawks' biggest weakness.
Jimmy Smith is talented enough to be taken by the Lions at No. 14, but he has character concerns. Pete Carroll won't care, as he's ignored red flags in the past.
26. Baltimore Ravens: Derek Sherrod (OT, Mississippi St.)
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The Ravens are reportedly interested in Sherrod and have met with him multiple times.
Baltimore must have become impatient with Jared Gaither's back problems. Gaither could be traded come draft day.
27. Atlanta Falcons: Torrey Smith (WR, Maryland)
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The Falcons' No. 1 goal this offseason must be to upgrade Matt Ryan's weapons.
They have nothing across from Roddy White. Defenses won't be able to consistently double-team White with the speedy Torrey Smith on the field.
28. New England Patriots: Muhammad Wilkerson (DE, Temple)
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The Patriots use their second first-round pick to replace Richard Seymour.
In reality, they'll most likely trade at least one of the two selections, but there's no trades in this mock.
Muhammad Wilkerson is the top small-school prospect in the draft.
29. Chicago Bears: Corey Liuget (DT, Illinois)
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Yes, the Bears really need line help, but they're a defense-first football team.
They released Tommie Harris at the start of the offseason. Chicago must find a defensive tackle to replace him, and Liuget is too talented to pass up.
30. New York Jets: Justin Houston (OLB, Georgia)
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For a defense that specializes in putting pressure on opposing quarterbacks, the Jets don't have any great edge pass rushers.
Justin Houston would change that instantly. He played in a 3-4 defense at Georgia so he has plenty of experience.
31. Pittsburgh Steelers: Mike Pouncey (G, Florida)
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The Steelers have a huge hole at right guard.
Putting Mike Pouncey next to Maurkice would give the Steelers a solid line with Max Starks and Willie Colon returning.
32. Green Bay Packers: Brooks Reed (OLB, Arizona)
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This may be a little high for Brooks Reed, but after a good combine, his stock is as high as ever.
Plus, the Packers don't have many needs at all. Outside linebacker is the one position where a rookie would be able to come in and start.
33. New England Patriots: Benjamin Ijalana (G, Villanova)
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Stephen Neal has retired and needs to be replaced.
Benjamin Ijalana is, coincidently, another top small-school prospect for the Patriots. He can also play right tackle if that's what New England would prefer.
34. Buffalo Bills: Christian Ballard (DE, Iowa)
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The Bills had the worst run defense in the league in 2010, surrendering almost 170 yards a game on the ground. Their front seven needs to be upgraded at multiple positions.
Defensive end is one of those positions, and Christian Ballard has the athleticism that carries high upside.
35. Cincinnati Bengals: Mikel LeShoure (HB, Illinios)
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Cedric Benson is a free agent. It looks like his 2009 success was a fluke, and it would be a mistake to resign him.
Mikel LeShoure is big enough to carry the workload in Cincinnati. He's without a doubt the best running back prospect in the draft not named Mark Ingram.
More weapons for Carson Palmer.
36. Denver Broncos: Martez Wilson (ILB, Illinois)
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Denver continues to strengthen its front seven with its next selection.
D.J. Williams is moving to outside linebacker, which opens up a big hole in the middle. Martez Wilson is a great athlete and has a ton of potential.
37. Cleveland Browns: Jonathan Baldwin (WR, Pittsburgh)
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The Browns get that No. 1 receiver for Colt McCoy in Jonathan Baldwin.
Baldwin was a first-round prospect before a down year in 2010, but Pitt had no quality passer to get him the football.
He's a big target and a great athlete who at 6'4", 228 pounds, ran a 4.45 40 and had a vertical of 42 inches.
38. Arizona Cardinals: Stephen Wisniewski (G, Penn State)
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The Cardinals could go quarterback here, but Larry Fitzgerald wants a veteran quarterback, not a rookie. Arizona will most likely go after Donovan McNabb, Matt Hasselbeck or trade this selection for Kevin Kolb.
Instead, the offensive line must be improved. It looks like the Jets cut Alan Faneca at just the right time, as he didn't play well in 2010.
Stephen Wisniewski is talented enough to block right away for his Ohio State rival Beanie Wells.
39. Tennessee Titans: Colin Kaepernick (QB, Nevada)
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Vince Young wants to stay in Tennessee, but until there's a response from the front office, it'll be assumed that he's still done in Nashville.
Kerry Collins obviously isn't part of a long-term plan of any kind. The Titans may be able to get away with him starting for one more season, but they'd most likely pick in the top 10 again.
Colin Kaepernick's stock has skyrocketed since the Senior Bowl and may eventually boost him into first-round consideration. He's a project, but he has a ton of potential.
40. Dallas Cowboys: Rahim Moore (FS, UCLA)
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Rahim Moore is the top safety in the draft, but that's not saying much.
Alan Ball was torched all season long and must be replaced this offseason. Moore should be able to fill in right away.
41. Washington Redskins: Jake Locker (QB, Washington)
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Mike Shanahan supposedly wanted to draft Jake Locker in the first round last year. Instead, he gets his quarterback in the second.
In the first two rounds, the Redskins upgraded from Rex Grossman throwing to Anthony Armstrong, to Jake Locker throwing to Julio Jones. Nice little boost.
42. Houston Texans: Brandon Harris (CB, Miami)
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The Texans need an extreme makeover to their secondary. At cornerback, Glover Quinn needs to be bumped down to nickel.
Brandon Harris has a ton of potential and has been promoted by Deion Sanders. He's talented enough to be chosen late first round.
43. Minnesota Vikings: Ryan Mallett (QB, Arkansas)
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The Vikings have nothing at quarterback.
Ryan Mallett is a first-round talent with a seventh-round attitude. Scouts continue to rave about his arm. He's worth the risk for Minnesota.
44. Detroit Lions: Aaron Williams (CB, Texas)
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The Lions need to upgrade their poor secondary in the upcoming draft. Cornerback is their biggest need of all.
Aaron Williams was a borderline first-round pick before he ran a 4.52 40 at the combine. There are questions about if he is better suited at free safety, but he's athletic enough overall to stay at corner.
45. San Francisco 49ers: Christian Ponder (QB, Florida St.)
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The 49ers finally find a replacement for Alex Smith.
Ponder probably has the least question marks out of any passer in the draft. He's intelligent and has great accuracy. He just doesn't have good arm strength, so his potential isn't that high.
46. Denver Broncos: Tyler Sash (SS, Iowa)
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It's painful to say, but Brian Dawkins is too old to be an effective starter anymore.
Denver could easily choose to go all defense in this draft. They were last in the NFL in points and yards given up.
47. St. Louis Rams: Kyle Rudolph (TE, Notre Dame)
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The Rams really need a wide receiver, but they need a tight end too. Plus, Kyle Rudolph is more talented than any wideout still on the board.
Rudolph is talented enough to be taken in the first round, but tight end just isn't a huge need for a lot of teams. He's drawn comparisons to Jason Witten.
48. Oakland Raiders: Ras-I Dowling (CB, Virginia)
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Yes, good old Raiders. They choose to pay Stanford Routt over $10 million bucks a year the same offseason the best cornerback in the league and their best player period is a free agent.
Routt has a faster 40 time, that's what it came down to...
Now, Nnamdi Asomugha needs to be replaced. Ras-I Dowling is talented enough to start in Oakland, but the question is if he's fast enough.
49. Jacksonville Jaguars: Sam Acho (DE, Texas)
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Yes, the Jaguars just picked a defensive end in the first round, and no, they don't need two defensive ends. That's just what the Jaguars do; they always double-dip.
Just in case one player busts, you still have the other player to fill the hole. Great theory for a great franchise, the Los Angeles Jaguars...
50. San Diego Chargers: Jabaal Sheard (OLB, Pittsburgh)
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Larry English just isn't a 3-4 outside linebacker. They should trade him to a 4-3 team while he still has some value.
The Chargers need a rush linebacker across from Shaun Phillips. Jabaal Sheard could be that guy.
51. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Bruce Carter (OLB, North Carolina)
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Outside linebacker Quincy Black is a free agent for the Buccaneers and must be replaced.
Adding Bruce Carter would do the job. He would've tore up the combine had he been able to participate.
52. New York Giants: Ryan Williams (HB, Virginia Tech)
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Ryan Williams is the best player available and fills a need for the Giants.
Brandon Jacobs isn't the same bulldozer he was in the past. Ahmad Bradshaw is very talented, but he has fumbling and injury issues.
Williams can replace Jacobs and share time with Bradshaw.
53. Indianapolis Colts: Stephen Paea (DT, Oregon St.)
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There are two very talented defensive tackles available that would fill the Colts' hole at defensive tackle, but neither fits the type of player the Colts would usually select.
Stephen Paea is too slow, and Marvin Austin has too many character concerns. They could just opt for Jurrell Casey, but the combine's strongest man is too good to pass up.
54. Philadelphia Eagles: Curtis Brown (CB, Texas)
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Dimitri Patterson was exposed late in the season. Cornerback is probably the Eagles' biggest need.
Curtis Brown should easily be able to supplant Patterson on the bench.
55. Kansas City Chiefs: Leonard Hankerson (WR, Miami)
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The Chiefs need to draft a wide receiver to play opposite of Dwayne Bowe.
There were concerns about the 6'2" Hankerson's speed but then he ran a 4.45 at the combine.
56. New Orleans Saints: Marvin Austin (DT, North Carolina)
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Marvin Austin is a first-round talent, but he hasn't lived up to high expectations.
The Saints don't have many needs and can afford to take a chance on him. Sometimes playing with a champion can turn a player in the right direction.
57. Seattle Seahawks: Rodney Hudson (G, Florida St.)
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Marshawn Lynch only had to break so many tackles on that epic play against the Saints because no one was blocking for him.
In all seriousness, the Seahawks need to upgrade their offensive line. Rodney Hudson is a very intelligent lineman who impressed at the combine and Senior Bowl.
58. Baltimore Ravens: Titus Young (WR, Boise St.)
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Titus Young dominated the Senior Bowl and was being considered by many as a first-round pick. He "only" ran a 4.43 at the combine, and he's too small to keep that projection with that time.
Now, instead of getting the next DeSean Jackson, the Ravens just get the next Mike Wallace.
59. Atlanta Falcons: Randall Cobb (WR, Kentucky)
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Yeah, the Falcons select another wide receiver. They must get Matt Ryan as many weapons as possible.
Cobb is a playmaker in the open field and could play in the slot in Atlanta.
60. New England Patriots: Daniel Thomas (HB, Kansas St.)
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Now that the Patriots have taken care of their front seven and offensive line, they can upgrade Tom Brady's weapons.
Danny Woodhead is a phenomenal third-down back, but he's not a full-time starter. Daniel Thomas is talented enough to start right away.
61. San Diego Chargers: Tandon Doss (WR, Indiana)
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Vincent Jackson and Malcolm Floyd are free agents. Jackson is as good as gone, and if Floyd isn't re-signed, wide receiver will become an even bigger need.
The Chargers love big receivers. Tandon Doss fits the bill at 6'2".
62. Chicago Bears: Orlando Franklin (G, Miami)
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The Bears begin to upgrade that embarrassing offensive line that surrendered the most sacks in the NFL. Jay Cutler still isn't safe just yet, though.
Orlando Franklin's stock has increased quite a bit this offseason.
63. Pittsburgh Steelers: Johnny Patrick (CB, Louisville)
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Bryant McFadden hasn't been the same since his first stint in Pittsburgh. He should be able to be replaced quite easily.
Johnny Patrick is a Senior Bowl standout whose stock is as high as ever.
64. Green Bay Packers: Danny Watkins (G, Baylor)
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Danny Watkins played against lineman about 10 years younger than him, but at the age of 27, he's still talented enough to get drafted on the second day. It'll have to be a team ready to win now, though.
The defending champs are one of those teams. Left guard Darren Colledge is a free agent and must be replaced.
65. Carolina Panthers: Marcus Cannon (G, TCU)
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The Panthers have so many holes; it hurts not having a second-round pick.
One huge hole that must be filled this offseason is their offensive line, or they'll ruin another quarterback's confidence. Carolina has absolutely nothing at right guard right now.
66. Cincinnati Bengals: Allen Bailey (DE, Miami)
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Allen Bailey is a freak athlete with a high ceiling and a low basement. The Bengals are the type of team that would take a risk on him.
Antwan Odom is far too injury-prone to be relied on any longer. Cincinnati must find a replacement to start across from Carlos Dunlap.
67. Denver Broncos: Drake Nevis (DT, LSU)
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Yep, another defensive tackle. Justin Bannan, Jamal Williams and Ronald Fields are all free agents.
Drake Nevis is a steal in the third round. Almost any strictly 4-3 defensive tackles are going to be great value because they'll fall with so many 3-4 teams now in the league.
68. Buffalo Bills: Joseph Barksdale (OT, LSU)
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The Bills need to find a franchise left tackle. The third round may be a little late, but it's worth a shot.
Joseph Barksdale was once a first-round prospect, but his stock has taken a hit after injuries and inconsistent play.
69. Arizona Cardinals: Jason Pinkston (OT, Pittsburgh)
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The Cardinals continue to upgrade their offensive line in the third round. Levi Brown is officially a bust and should be easily replaced.
Jason Pinkston stock continues to improve. His knees are his biggest concern.
70. Cleveland Browns: Jarvis Jenkins (DT, Clemson)
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The Browns switch their focus back to the defensive side of the football and their defensive line.
The combination of their switch to a 4-3 and the releasing of Shaun Rogers and Kenyon Coleman creates the need for a defensive tackle.
71. Dallas Cowboys: Clint Boling (G, Georgia)
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Kyle Kosier is a free agent.
At the age of 32, the Cowboys may pass on re-signing him. If they do pass, they need a guard.
72. New Orleans Saints: Quinton Carter (S, Oklahoma)
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Roman Harper was embarrassed in the playoffs against the Seahawks. He allowed three scores in the massive upset.
Replacing Harper with someone who can cover seems like a logical option.
73. Houston Texans: Jerrell Powe (NT, Mississippi St.)
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The Texans have no one that can play nose tackle in their new 3-4 defense.
They need to select Phil Taylor, Jerrell Powe or Sione Fua at some point in the draft.
74. New England Patriots: Jerrel Jernigan (WR, Troy)
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The Patriots continue to upgrade their offense—this time, the receiving core.
Jerrel Jernigan is an explosive playmaker that could be selected as high as the second round when all is said and done. New England missed Randy Moss' game-breaking ability in the playoffs.
75. Detroit Lions: Mason Foster (OLB, Washington)
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Julian Peterson has been told he'll be released, and Zach Follett is coming off an injury. The Lions need to address the outside linebacker position early, maybe even twice.
Mason Foster had a great season at Washington and could be chosen as high as mid-second round.
76. San Francisco 49ers: Vincent Brown (WR, San Diego St.)
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The 49ers need help at receiver—more specifically, in the slot. Ted Ginn shouldn't be on the field anywhere except returning kicks.
Vincent Brown, or any mid-round receiver, will be an instant upgrade to Ginn.
77. Tennessee Titans: Casey Matthews (ILB, Oregon)
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The Titans failed to re-sign Stephen Tulloch to a long-term deal after last season and will most likely be too cheap to re-sign him again, especially after his Pro Bowl-caliber season. Losing Tulloch will create a huge hole in the middle and a lot of tackles will need to be replaced.
Tennessee was interested in Clay Matthews in 2009 but missed out. His brother Casey isn't as talented, but he has great football genes, so he's bound to pan out.
78. St. Louis Rams: Edmund Gates (WR, Abeline Christian)
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Edmund Gates may have gone to Abeline Christian, but he has Florida Gator speed.
Gates ran a 4.35 40 at the combine. He has good height as 6'0" and boasts a 40-inch vertical.
It's hard to call a player with those numbers a sleeper, but he's one super sleeper.
79. Miami Dolphins: Andy Dalton (QB, TCU)
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Chad Henne isn't the answer for the Dolphins' quarterback troubles.
Not having a second-round pick means the Dolphins lose out on all the top passers. They'll have to get lucky by taking a chance on Andy Dalton or Ricky Stanzi.
80. Jacksonville Jaguars: Rashad Carmichael (CB, Virginia Tech)
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Now that the Jaguars are finished loading up on defensive ends, they can address the weakness in their secondary.
The once-promising Derek Cox has regressed and should be replaced.
81. Oakland Raiders: John Moffitt (G, Wisconsin)
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Robert Gallery is a free agent and has said it's time to move on.
The Raiders offensive line already needed multiple upgrades, and now, guard is added to that list.
John Moffitt stood out as a leader during Senior Bowl practices.
82. San Diego Chargers: Quan Studivant (ILB, North Carolina)
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Inside linebackers Kevin Burton, Stephen Cooper and Brandon Siler are all free agents. The Chargers won't re-sign all of them.
Quan Sturdivant is experienced enough to be able to get playing time right away for San Diego.
83. New York Giants: Jake Kirkpatrick (C, TCU)
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Shaun O'Hara has battled injuries, and at the age of 34 and in the final year of his contract, the Giants need a replacement.
Kirkpatrick could sit and learn from O'Hara until he surpasses him.
84. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Shane Vereen (HB, California)
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Cadillac Williams is most likely done in Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers need a third-down back to pair with LeGarrette Blount.
Shane Vereen put on weight and benched 225 pounds a whopping 31 times at the combine, but he's still athletic enough to be a change-of-pace back.
86. Kansas City Chiefs: Jordan Todman (HB, Connecticut)
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Thomas Jones is getting up there in age and has really dropped off in production. Just imagine how many yards Jamaal Charles could've had if Jones wasn't stealing his carries.
The Chiefs could understandably choose to part ways with Jones.
85. Philadelphia Eagles: Brandon Burton (CB, Utah)
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Yeah, the Eagles need two cornerbacks. The Eagles use the nickel too often.
Demoting Dimitri Patterson as many times as possible is a key for Philadelphia.
87. Indianapolis Colts: Ahmad Black (SS, Florida)
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Bob Sanders was released, and Melvin Bullitt is a free agent. If Bullitt isn't re-signed, they really need help at the position.
Black may not be talented enough to start right away, but he's better than what the Colts have now.
88. New Orleans Saints: K.J. Wright (OLB, Mississippi St.)
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Scott Shanle and Danny Clark are both free agents this offseason.
Shanle should be replaced either way, but if Clark isn't re-signed, the Saints will need two outside linebackers.
89. San Diego Chargers: Derrick Locke (HB, Kentucky)
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Darren Sproles is a free agent.
Derrick Locke is the same type of elusive back and can replace Sproles if he doesn't re-sign.
90. Baltimore Ravens: Davon House (CB, New Mexico St.)
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Cornerbacks Chris Carr, Josh Wilson and Fabian Washington are all free agents this offseason.
The Ravens probably won't re-sign them all, so they'll look to the draft to find replacements.
91. Atlanta Falcons: Greg Jones (OLB, Michigan St.)
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Outside linebacker Stephen Nicholas is a free agent so the position becomes a need if he's not retained.
Greg Jones is a tackling machine who will slip in the draft because he's undersized.
92. New England Patriots: Kendric Burney (CB, North Carolina)
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The Patriots secondary struggled the entire season. Cornerback Kyle Arrington would be better off playing the nickel.
Kendric Burney is another Senior Bowl standout who boosted himself into day two consideration.
93. Chicago Bears: Will Rackley (OT, Lehigh)
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The Bears continue to upgrade their offensive line by adding Will Rackley.
Rackley may be a small-school prospect, but the Bears line is so bad he could get time right away.
94. New York Jets: Chris Hairston (OT, Clemson)
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The Jets recently released Damian Woody.
They'll need to replace him at right tackle, and the 6'6", 326-pound Hairston could be that replacement.
95. Pittsburgh Steelers: Sione Fua (NT, Stanford)
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Casey Hampton will be 34 by the time the next season rolls around, if there is a next season.
He can't demand double-teams forever. The Steelers need to find his replacement.
96. Green Bay Packers: DeMarco Murray (HB, Oklahoma)
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James Starks looks like the Packers' No. 1 back of the future, but they could still add a third-down back.
DeMarco Murray is a great receiver out of the backfield.
David Daniels is an NFL Featured Columnist at Bleacher Report and a Syndicated Writer. Follow him on Twitter.
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