
2011 NFL Mock Draft 4.0: Complete Three-Round Predictions
2.0: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/624930-2011-nfl-mock-draft-20-who-rose-who-fell-after-combine
3.0: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/631978-2011-nfl-mock-draft-30-newton-fairley-lead-big-shakeup-at-the-top
NFL teams are beginning to finish their scouting process, and will begin evaluating who they are willing to take with their selections, as the NFL Draft is just two weeks away.
Each prospect has put together their resume between game tape of the NFL Combine and Pro Days.
NFL fans have patiently been waiting for their favorite moment of the offseason—and possibly the only NFL event we will see for a few months due to the lockout.
As we come closer and closer to the 2011 NFL Draft, I unveil my final mock draft.
1(1). Carolina Panthers: Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
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2010 Statistics: 2854 yards, 30 touchdowns, seven interceptions
As the days go by, it seems more and more like Cam Newton will be the consensus to pick in this draft.
Sure, Newton has some questions surrounding him; his character and his ability to transition his college success to the NFL are the biggest, but Carolina cannot pass up the kind of potential Newton holds. We may never see a quarterback of his athleticism again.
However, you cannot argue with his statistics throwing the ball (2854 yards, 30 touchdowns, seven interceptions) and rushing (1,473 yards rushing and 20 rushing touchdowns).
Selecting Newton would not be Carolina's usual draft style of selecting the most safe and conservative player in the draft but, with Ron Rivera taking over John Fox as the head coach, things may have finally clicked in the head f general manager Marty Hurney that this is no longer a play-it-safe league.
In a division that has Matt Ryan, Drew Brees and Josh Freeman, Carolina simply cannot pass on Newton.
Previous Pick: Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
1(2). Denver Broncos: Marcell Dareus, DL, Alabama
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2010 Statistics: 33 tackles, five sacks
New head coach John Fox is coming into the same situation he did with Carolina in 2002, which will most likely result in the same way it did then when Fox selected defensive end Julius Peppers with the second-overall pick.
Nine years later, Fox selects the best defensive linemen in the draft to help a Denver defense that was dead last in the league in sacks last season.
With the return of Elvis Dumervil and the addition of Dareus, we could see a drastic improvement to this defensive line in a single season.
Previous Pick: Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
3(3). Buffalo Bills: Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
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2010 Statistics: 3,186 yards, 16 touchdowns, nine interceptions
Buffalo could go a number of ways here. While they need help on the defensive line, there isn't one worthy of the third overall pick who fits their defensive scheme.
Even though they seem sold on quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, he may not be a franchise quarterback.
However, Gabbert may not be ready to start right away, so that gives Fitzpatrick the starting nod until Gabbert is ready.
Previous Pick: Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
4(4). Cincinnati Bengals: A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
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2010 Statistics: 57 receptions, 848 yards, nine touchdowns
Arguably the best player in this draft, Cincinnati cannot pass on the potential A.J. Green holds.
The days of longtime Bengal Chad Ochocinco may be limited in Cincinnati with all the changes that are coming to this franchise.
Green would immediately upgrade this position and give whoever the Bengals' starting quarterback is one of the best receivers in the league to throw to.
Previous Pick: Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
5(5). Arizona Cardinals: Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
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2010 Statistics: 68 tackles, 11 sacks, one interception
Another player who easily could have been the top choice in this draft, Miller may be the safest pick in the draft.
New Cardinals' defensive coordinator Ray Horton is doing backflips in the war room, as he has promised to improve this teams pass rush.
He's off to a good start, acquiring arguably the best defensive player in this draft.
Previous Pick: Von Miller, LB, Texas A&M
6(6). Cleveland Browns: Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
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2010 Statistics: 67 tackles, 16 sacks, one forced fumble, one interception
I don't care what anyone says, Cleveland is improving.
They will continue to do so by selecting defensive end Da'Quan Bowers, who was the top player in this draft just one month ago.
If Bowers can stay healthy and play the way he did last season, this will be a huge steal for Cleveland and will bring immediate pass rush to a team that has lacked in that area for years.
Previous Pick: A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
7(7). San Francisco 49ers: Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
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2010 Statistics: 42 tackles, four interceptions
New head coach Jim Harbaugh didn't get his quarterback in this draft, but may be able to get his Stanford quarterback, Andrew Luck, in 2012.
However, Harbaugh will have no arguments with the pick here, as Peterson is another prospect who could easily go number one.
His athleticism in the secondary and as a return man will greatly improve this team.
Previous Pick: Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
8(8). Tennessee Titans: Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
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2010 Statistics: 56 tackles, 12 sacks, one interception
Like Bowers, Fairley was considered the top pick in this draft just a month ago.
"Another man's trash is another man's treasure."
That quote goes perfectly here for a Tennessee team that has lacked a nasty defensive tackle since the days of Albert Haynesworth.
Previous Pick: Marcel Darreus, DT, Alabama
9(9). Dallas Cowboys: Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
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2010 Statistics: 59 tackles, one sack
Dallas' secondary has disappointed in recent seasons and look to improve here with the selection of Amukamara.
Although, Dallas could go offensive line here with Tyron Smith of USC and the recently quoted, "I'd be surprised if I wasn't picked by the Dallas Cowboys," Mike Pouncey out of Florida still on the board.
There is a lot more depth at offensive line than cornerback in this draft, so Dallas needs to select Amukamara here and find their offensive linemen in later rounds.
Previous Pick: Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
10(10). Washington Redskins: Robert Quinn, DE, UNC
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2010 Statistics: Suspended, and did not accumulate any stats
If it wasn't for his 2010 suspension, Quinn may have been the top pick in this draft.
The former UNC defensive end recorded 13 sacks in his two-year college career, and will line up next to former first-round pick Brian Orakpo to make a dangerous pass-rush on this Washington defense.
Previous Pick: Robert Quinn, DE/OLB, UNC
11(11). Houston Texans: Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
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2010 Statistics: 50 tackles
Houston's secondary was a joke last season, as fantasy football owners did cartwheels on the week their quarterback was facing Texans' defense.
Regardless of where Jimmy Smith deserves to be selected in this draft, Houston needs to reach for the best cornerback available with this pick.
Smith (6'2", 211 pounds) will give this secondary the physical corner they need.
Previous Pick: Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
12(12). Minnesota Vikings: Jake Locker, QB, Washington
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2010 Statistics: 2,265 yards, 17 touchdowns, nine interceptions
I actually feel bad for Locker.
He did the right thing and stayed in school another year instead of going to the NFL last season, which would have resulted in him being the first overall choice.
After a rocky 2011 season, Locker has worked hard just to get his name back into the first round.
Locker looks to be one of the most NFL-ready quarterbacks in this class. If he performs the way he did in 2010, he could be one of the biggest steals for years to come.
Regardless, Locker is ready to come in and start right away for this Minnesota team in need of a franchise quarterback after a sad end to the Brett Favre era.
Previous Pick: Cameron Jordan, DE, California
13(13). Detroit Lions: Tyron Smith, OT, USC
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Detroit is another up-and-coming team that could easily make the playoffs after filling glaring holes they've had for many years.
They found a franchise quarterback in Stafford (however, injuries have got the best of him throughout his career), a play-making running back in Jahvid Best and a defensive leader in 2010 first-round pick Ndamukong Suh.
Now all they need is someone to protect Matthew Stafford before his next injury keeps him out another season.
Previous Pick: Tyron Smith, OT, USC
14(14). St. Louis Rams: Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
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2010 Statistics: 78 receptions, 1,133 yards, seven touchdowns
Julio Jones drastically raised his stock after putting together arguably the best combine performance with a broken foot.
There is a big chance he could sneak into the top 10, but I believe St. Louis will luckily be able to grab him in the middle rounds, as teams think twice before selecting a receiver with their first round pick.
Previous Pick: Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
15(15). Miami Dolphins: Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
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2010 Statistics: 158 carries, 875 yards, 13 touchdowns
A pair of Alabama prospects go back-to-back here, as Miami is able to grab the best running back in this draft.
With free agent running backs Ronnie Brown, who continues to dissapoint after being selected second overall in 2005, and Ricky Williams who turns 34 in May.
Ingram can come in and start right away, giving this team an instant upgrade on the offense.
Previous Pick: Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
16. Jacksonville Jaguars: Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
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2010 Statistics: 48 tackles, six tackles, one interception
One of the more interesting prospects in this draft, Smith may be exactly what the Jaguars have been looking for.
Although Smith may be drafted as a pass-rushing linebacker in a 3-4 defensive scheme, Smith can still thrive starting opposite side Aaron Kampman on the defensive line.
Aldon Smith is raw, but has huge upside and could become one of the better defensive ends in the league.
Previous Pick: Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
17(17). New England Patriots: J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
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2010 Statistics: 62 tackles, seven sacks, two forced fumbles, one interception
One of my favorite prospects in this draft, Watt will make an impact from day one on this defensive line.
Watt will fit right in with Ty Warren and Vince Wilfork along this defensive line, giving them one of the best in the NFL.
At 6'5", 290 pounds, Watt will make other teams regret passing on him.
Previous Pick: J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
18(18). San Diego Chargers: Cameron Jordan, DE, California
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2010 Statistics: 51 tackles, six sacks, one forced fumble
San Diego continues to disappoint season after season, and really needs to have a good draft to finally reach a Super Bowl this season.
The Chargers have all the skill and players you want on paper, but they need to transition that to on the field as well.
Jordan can come in from day one and give this team another pass-rusher to fear on this defense.
Previous Pick: Martez Wilson, LB, Illinois
19(19). New York Giants: Gabe Carimi, OL, Wisconsin
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New York's offensive line isn't getting any younger, and needs to add youth at this position.
Carimi's versatility will allow him to start at either tackle or guard; two places New York needs help at.
Previous Pick: Game Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
20(20). Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
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2010 Statistics: 52 tackles, four sacks
Tampa Bay is another up-and-coming team that needs to fill just a few holes before they are serious Super Bowl contenders.
The Buccaneers haven't had anything more than average defensive linemen since the days of Warren Sapp and Simeon Rice.
Drafting Clayborn here fits their biggest need and will be able to come in day one and start along this line.
Previous Pick: Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
21(21). Kansas City Chiefs: Phil Taylor, NT, Baylor
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2010 Statistics: 62 tackles, two sacks
Kansas City enjoyed a breakout season in 2010, but still needs to add some pieces to completely finish this puzzle.
Adding Taylor here is perfect, as he brings a powerful nose tackle that will free up some pressure on pass-rusher Tampa Hali.
Taylor will fit right in on a defensive line that features two former first-round defensive linemen, Glenn Dorsey and Tyson Jackson.
Previous Pick: Phil Taylor, NT, Baylor
22(22). Indianapolis Colts: Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
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It's time to start thinking long term for Indianapolis, and they will do so in this draft.
Peyton Manning won't be around forever, and neither will this aging offensive line.
The Colts will kill two birds with one stone by selecting Castonzo: upgrading their aging offensive line, and giving Peyton Manning better protection as he continues to get older and older, which means being more prone to injury.
Previous Pick: Mike Pouncey, OL, Florida
23(23). Philadelphia Eagles: Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA
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2010 Statistics: 68 tackles, four sacks, two interceptions
Philadelphia could go a number of ways here, but their biggest weakness is at linebacker.
Their offense is perfect, but the Eagles could use some help on this defense before they make another run for the Super Bowl after falling short last season.
Ayers can come in day one and start at either outside linebacker positions.
Previous Pick: Akeem Ayers, LB, UCLA
24(24). New Orleans Saints: Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
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2010 Statistics: 70 tackles, 13 sacks, one forced fumble
New Orleans will continue to improve their defense through the draft like they have continued to do in recent years.
After a disappointing loss to Seattle in the first round of the playoffs last season, the Saints will improve greatly with the signing of defensive tackle Shaun Rogers and the selection of defensive end Ryan Kerrigan.
Previous Pick: Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
25(25). Seattle Seahawks: Corey Liuget, DT, Illionis
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2010 Statistics: 63 tackles, five sacks
Liuget may not be the sexiest pick for Seattle, but he is continuing to climb up draft boards in recent weeks.
With Locker gone, Seattle will look to improve their defensive line with their first pick in the draft.
Previous Pick: Jake Locker, QB, Washington
26(26). Baltimore Ravens: Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
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2010 Statistics: 68 tackles, 10 sacks, one forced fumble
What a surprise—another defensive lineman?
Baltimore continues to build their defense in the draft, and love the selection of Muhammad Wilkerson who can start at any position on the line.
Previous Pick: Torrey Smith, WR, Maryland
27(27). Atlanta Falcons: Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
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2010 Statistics: 56 tackles, 10 sacks, one interception
After Atlanta's disappointing loss to Green Bay in the divisional round of the playoffs, they will look to continue to improve their defense after the selection of linebacker Sean Weatherspoon with their first-round pick last year.
Houston will immediately upgrade this defense, giving them a more physical linebacker than anyone on their roster.
Previous Pick: Kyle Rudolph, TE, Notre Dame
28(28). New England Patriots: Leonard Hankerson, WR, Miami
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2010 Statistics: 72 receptions, 1,156 yards, 13 touchdowns
New England lost a step when they traded Randy Moss to Minnesota, regardless of how much trouble he was to have on the roster.
Drafting Hankerson may be a reach here, but he has huge upside and potential and could be the next steal Bill Belichick adds to his resume.
Previous Pick: Anthony Castanzo, OT, Boston College
29(29). Chicago Bears: Mike Pouncey, OL, Florida
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Sorry Pouncey, you weren't drafted by the Dallas Cowboys like you thought.
Chicago's starting center Olin Kreutz has been one of the most consistent and top centers in the league, but turns 34 in June.
Pouncey can immediately start at guard and either stay there his whole career or switch over to center when Kreutz calls it quits.
Previous Pick: Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
30(30). New York Jets: Brooks Reed, OLB, Arizona
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2010 Statistics: 47 tackles, seven sacks
Brooks Reed may not be the best player on the board, but is continuing to rise up draft boards by getting compared to Green Bay linebacker, Clay Matthews.
Rex Ryan won't be able to pass up on the potential Reed has, and this pick could be the second coming of Clay Matthews.
Previous Pick: Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
31(31). Pittsburgh Steelers: Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
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Pittsburgh doesn't have many needs coming into this draft, but they could use some youth along this offensive line that struggled a bit last season.
Solder dropped a bit, but he is a perfect fit for a Pittsburgh team that needs all the protection they can get.
Previous Pick: Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
32(32). Green Bay Packers: Cameron Hayward, DE, Ohio State
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2010 Statistics: 48 tackles, four sacks
When the new labor agreement deal strikes, Green Bay defensive end Cullin Jenkins will become a free agent and isn't likely to return to the Packers.
If Jenkins does leave, Green Bay will have a huge hole to fill on the defensive line, and Hayward can come in right away and help replace him.
A great pick here for Green Bay, as Hayward is arguably the best 3-4 defensive end in the draft.
Previous Pick: Cameron Heyward, DE, Ohio State
1(33): New England Patriots: Mikel LeShoure, RB, Illionois
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2010 Statistics: 281 carries, 1,697 yards, 17 touchdowns
New England hasn't had a big-name running back since Corey Dillon, and will look to grab LeShoure here with the first pick of the second day.
LeShoure may not be the best back you can find, but with a combination of him, Woodhead and Green-Ellis, this will be a running game that can hurt you in many ways.
Previous Pick: Mikel LeShoure, RB, Illinois
2(34): Buffalo Bills: Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
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Buffalo got their quarterback in the first round, and now grab the man protecting him in the second.
Previous Pick: Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
3(35). Cincinnati Bengals: Jabaal Sheard, DE, Pittsburgh
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2010 Statistics: 34 tackles, nine sacks
Cincinnati got a steal in the second round of the 2010 Draft when they selected defensive end Carlos Dunlap out of Florida, and may do the same with the selection of Sheard who will help bring more pressure to the opposing quarterback.
Previous Pick: Jonathan Baldwin, WR, Pittsburgh
4(36). Denver Broncos: Stephen Paea, DT, Oregon State
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2010 Statistics: 45 tackles, six sacks
A defensive lineman in the first two rounds?
Welcome to John Fox football, Denver.
Previous Pick: Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois
5(37). Cleveland Browns: Marvin Austin, DT, UNC
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2010 Statistics: Suspended in 2010, did not accumulate any stats
Marvin Austin has seen his draft stock go all over the place since his suspension, but saw it rise back up after an impressive pro day.
Cleveland is switching to a 4-3 defensive scheme and, after the release of defensive tackle Shaun Rogers, they find themselves weak at the position.
Previous Pick: Marvin Austin, DT, UNC
6(38). Arizona Cardinals: Colin Kaepernick, QB, Nevada
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2010 Statistics: 3,022 yards, 21 touchdowns, eight interceptions
Arizona lost out on Blaine Gabbert in the first round. However, Kaepernick is very talented as well. He may not be ready to go from the start, but his athleticism and potential are hard to pass up.
Previous Pick: Rodney Hudson, OL, Florida State
7(39). Tennessee Titans: Ryan Mallet, QB, Arkansas
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2010 Statistics: 3,869 yards, 32 touchdowns, 12 interceptions
Ryan Mallet is another prospect who has seen his stock go all over the place, but I believe this is the perfect team and spot for him to be chosen.
Vince Young's days in a Titan uniform are over, leaving them with no franchise quarterback.
Kerry Collins can be a decent starting quarterback until Mallet is ready to take over.
Previous Pick: Ryan Mallet, QB, Arkansas
8(40). Dallas Cowboys: Ben Ijalana, OT, Villanova
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Dallas chose to go cornerback over offensive lineman, leaving them with a need at the position.
However, Ijalana has potential to be a great offensive lineman, so this pick may end up being a steal for Dallas.
Previous Pick: Ben Ijlana, OT, Villanova
9(41). Washington Redskins: Jonathan Baldwin, WR, Pittsburgh
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2010 Statistics: 822 yards, five touchdowns
Many questions surround Baldwin, who shows some signs of being the next Dwayne Jarrett.
However, Washington passed on Julio Jones in the first round, so they are in big need of a receiver at this point.
Previous Pick: Randall Cobb, WR, Kentucky
10(42). Houston Texans: Rahim Moore, S, UCLA
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2010 Statistics: 77 tackles, one interception
Houston went secondary in the first round and will do the same by selecting the best safety in the draft, hoping to fix the worst secondary in the league.
Previous Pick: Rahim Moore, S, UCLA
11(43). Minnesota Vikings: Christian Ballard, DE, Iowa
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2010 Statistics: 43 tackles, three sacks
Starting defensive end Ray Edwards will become a free agent when a new labor agreement strikes, and is not expected to return.
The Vikings re-signed Brian Robison, but he may be more of a rotation guy than an every-down player like Ballard can be.
Previous Pick: Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
12(44): Detroit Lions: Bruce Carter, OLB, UNC
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2010 Statistics: Suspended in 2010, did not accumulate any stats
Detroit continues to fill their biggest needs, as they select UNC linebacker Bruce Davis.
Davis was once considered a first-round pick but, like all 2010 suspended Tarheels, his draft stock dropped.
He can come in from day one and start, replacing Julian Peterson, who was released by Detroit before the lockout.
Previous Pick: Bruce Davis, OLB, UNC
13(45). San Francisco 49ers: Christian Ponder, QB, Florida State
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2010 Statistics: 2,044 yards, 20 touchdowns, eight interceptions
Head coach Jim Harbaugh could hope and wait until the 2012 draft to select Andrew Luck, but it is very unlikely that he would fall to the 49ers, as he is projected to be the top overall selection next year.
However, he could always pull a Jake Locker and barely find himself in the first round.
I believe Christian Ponder is a perfect fit for San Francisco's offense, and could be a steal if developed right.
Previous Pick: Christian Ponder, QB, Florida State
14(46). Denver Broncos: Kyle Rudolph, TE. Notre Dame
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2010 Statistics: 28 receptions, 328 yards, three touchdowns
In Carolina, John Fox never used a tight end much, but I believe that will change in Denver.
Kyle Rudolph may be the best player available, and will be an instant upgrade for their passing game.
Previous Pick: Aaron Williams, CB, Texas
15(47). St. Louis Rams: Danny Watkins, OG, Baylor
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It's hard to believe Watkins fell all the way down to St. Louis, but the Rams will again have no trouble deciding on their selection.
St. Louis will continue to build around quarterback Sam Bradford, grabbing him a number one receiver in the first round and giving him better protection in the second.
Previous Pick: Stephen Paea, DT, Oregon State
16(48). Oakland Raiders: Marcus Cannon, OL, TCU
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Oakland improved a lot last season, and will continue to build this team around the basics.
The offensive line struggled at times last season, so Cannon will be an instant upgrade wherever they decide to put him.
He is the biggest offensive lineman in the draft, and can play either tackle or guard along the offensive line.
Previous Pick: Curtis Brown, CB, Texas
17(49). Jacksonville Jaguars: Randall Cobb, WR, Kentucky
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2010 Statistics: 84 receptions, 1,017 yards, seven touchdowns
Jacksonville released Mike Sims-Walker before the lockout, leaving them with no true number one receiver.
Randall Cobb is a small, fast receiver who could be a threat from day one.
Previous Pick: Quinton Carter, S, Oklahoma
18(50). San Diego Chargers: Ryan Williams, RB, Virginia Tech
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2010 Statistics: 110 carries, 477 yards, nine touchdowns
San Diego selected Ryan Matthews in the first round last year and, after a rocky rookie season, it's obvious they need a second option in the run game.
Mike Tolbert played well last season, but San Diego wants to use him as more of a fullback, and Darren Sproles seems to have played his last season in San Diego.
Williams can come in right away and do what former Charger Michael Turner did for them in 2006.
Previous Pick: Ryan Williams, RB, Virginia Tech
19(51). Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Rodney Hudson, OG, Florida State
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Davin Joseph isn't expected to return to Tampa, leaving a big need at guard.
Hudson has the versatility to play guard or center but, for now, will start right away in place of Joseph.
Previous Pick: Danny Watkins, OG, Baylor
20(52). New York Giants: Martez Wilson, ILB, Illinois
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2010 Statistics: 111 tackles, four sacks, two forced fumbles, one interception
Wilson dropped a little from my last mock draft, which has nothing to do with Wilson, but the need at inside linebacker isn't as great as others.
New York struggled to find a consistent inside linebacker to replace Antonio Pierce, who was released last offseason.
Previous Pick: DeMarco Murray, RB, Oklahoma
21(53). Indianapolis Colts: Andy Dalton, QB, TCU
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2010 Statistics: 2,857 yards, 27 touchdowns, six interceptions
Indianapolis, it's time to face reality: Peyton Manning will not be around forever.
The future Hall-of-Fame quarterback still has about three or four years left, but it's never too early to find his replacement.
It worked out when Green Bay selected Aaron Rodgers, as they gave him three seasons to sit behind Brett Favre.
Rodgers now has a Super Bowl ring.
Dalton fits Indianapolis' scheme, and will be a nice replacement after holding the clipboard behind Manning for a couple of seasons.
Previous Pick: Drake Nevis, DT, LSU
22(54). Philadelphia Eagles: Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
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2010 Statistics: 44 tackles, one forced fumble, one interception
Brandon Harris is the perfect cornerback for Philadelphia, as he fits right in with the type of cornerback Andy Reid likes.
Previous Pick: Brandon Burtan, CB, Utah
23(55). Kansas City Chiefs: Mason Foster, OLB, Washington
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2010 Statistics: 162 tackles, seven sacks
Kansas City found their nose tackle in the first round, and now a linebacker in the second who can start outside or inside.
Previous Pick: Leonard Hankerson, WR, Miami
24(56). New Orleans Saints: Drake Nevis, DT, LSU
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2010 Statistics: 56 tackles, six sacks, two forced fumbles, one interception
It's quite surprising that New Orleans selects two defensive linemen in the first two rounds—while they're in need of a linebacker, there isn't one who fits their scheme worth the value of the pick.
Previous Pick: DeAndre McDaniel, S, Clemson
25(57): Seattle Seahawks: Orlando Franklin, OL, Miami
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Seattle continues to improve their offensive line, selecting Orlando Franklin in the second round.
Franklin has the versatility to play either tackle or guard.
Previous Pick: Orlando Franklin, OT, Miami
26(58). Baltimore Ravens: Aaron Williams, CB, Texas
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2010 Statistics: 45 tackles, one sack, two forced fumbles
Even after the breakout season of Chris Carr and Josh Wilson, Baltimore still needs help in their secondary.
Williams is a steal this late in the second round, and will bring immediate help.
Previous Pick: Ras I-Dowling, CB, Virginia
27(59). Atlanta Falcons: Torrey Smith, WR, Maryland
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2010 Statistics: 67 receptions, 1,055 yards, 12 touchdowns
Atlanta has to be as excited as anyone with this pick, as they have struck gold this late in the second round.
Smith is perfect for this team, as he will take pressure off of Pro Bowl receiver Roddy White, and give quarterback Matt Ryan a speedy option in the passing game.
Previous Pick: Christian Ballard, DE, Iowa
28(60). New England Patriots: Sam Acho, OLB, Texas
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2010 Statistics: 60 tackles, eight sacks, two forced fumbles
New England continues to find great value at every pick they've had so far, grabbing the pass rusher out of Texas in Sam Acho.
Acho will pair with a group of young linebackers to bring more pass rush on the opposing quarterback.
Previous Pick: Brooks Reed, LB, Arizona
29(61). San Diego Chargers: Jerrel Jernigan, WR, Troy
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2010 Statistics: 84 receptions, 822 yards, six touchdowns
With the return of receiver Vincent Jackson still up in the air, adding a receiver like Jernigan will greatly improve this offense, giving them a speedy threat in the passing game.
Previous Pick: Jabal Sheard, DE/LB, Pittsburgh
30(62). Chicago Bears: Titus Young, WR, Boise State
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2010 Statistics: 71 receptions, 1,215 yards, nine touchdowns
Titus Young fits right in with the type of receiver Chicago loves to have, having similarities to Johny Knox and Devin Hester.
Young gives Jay Cutler another speedy option deep.
Previous Pick: Titus Young, WR, Boise State
31(63). Pittsburgh Steelers: Ras I-Dowling, CB, Virginia
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2010 Statistics: 15 tackles
Pittsburgh passed on a cornerback in the first round, but got lucky by Virginia cornerback Ras I-Dowling slipping this late in the second round.
Previous Pick: Marcus Cannon, OT, TCU
32(64). Green Bay Packers: Daniel Thomas, RB, Kansas State
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2010 Statistics: 298 carries, 1,585 yards, 19 touchdowns
It looked like Green Bay was doomed when Ryan Grant went down with a season-ending injury in week one last season, however they would go on to win the Super Bowl.
With the return of Grant, and the selection of Daniel Thomas, the sky is the limit for this offense.
Previous Pick: Jordan Todman, RB, Connecticut
Round Three: Pick 1(65)-10(74)
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1(65). Carolina Panthers: Allen Bailey, DL, Miami.
2010 Statistics: 46 tackles, seven sacks
2(66). Cincinnati Bengals: Greg Jones, ILB, Michigan State.
2010 Statistics: 105 tackles, one sack, three interceptions
3(67). Denver Broncos: Curtis Brown, CB, Texas.
2010 Statistics: 23 tackles, one forced fumble, one interception
4(68). Buffalo Bills: Ian Williams, NT, Notre Dame.
2010 Statistics: 38 tackles, two sacks, one interception
5(69). Arizona Cardinals: James Carpenter, OL, Alabama
6(70). Cleveland Browns: Tandon Doss, WR, Indiana.
2010 Statistics: 63 receptions, 706 yards, seven touchdowns
7(71). Dallas Cowboys: Jarvis Jenkins, DT, Clemson.
2010 Statistics: 38 tackles, one sack, one forced fumble
8(72). New Orleans Saints: DeAndre McDaniel, S, Clemson
2010 Statistics: 75 tackles, four interceptions
9(73). Houston Texans: Jurrell Casey, DT, USC.
2010 Statistics: 67 tackles, five sacks, one interception
10(74). New England Patriots: Clint Boling, OL, Georgia.
Round Three: Pick 11(75)-20(84)
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11(75). Detroit Lions: Brandon Burton, CB, Utah.
2010 Statistics: 51 tackles, two interceptions, one forced fumble
12(76). San Francisco 49ers: Kendall Hunter, RB, Oklahoma State.
2010 Statistics: 271 carries, 1,548 yards, 16 touchdowns
13(77). Tennessee Titans: Dontay Moch, LB, Nevada.
2010 Statistics: 64 tackles, nine sacks, one forced fumble
14(78). St. Louis Rams: Quinton Carter, S, Oklahoma.
2010 Statistics: 96 tackles, four interceptions
15(79). Miami Dolphins: D.J. Williams, TE, Arkansas.
2010 Statistics: 54 receptions, 627 yards, four touchdowns
16(80). Jacksonville Jaguars: Lawrence Wilson, LB, Connecticut.
2010 Statistics: 123 tackles, four sacks, one interception, three forced fumbles
17(81). Oakland Raiders: Marcus Gilchrist, CB, Clemson
2010 Statistics: 37 tackles, one interception
18(82). San Diego Chargers: Quan Sturdivant, ILB, UNC.
2010 Statistics: 61 tackles, three sacks, one interception
19(83). New York Giants: DeMarco Murray, RB, Oklahoma.
2010 Statistics: 282 carries, 1,214 yards, 15 touchdowns
20(84). Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Chris Carter, DE/OLB, Fresno State.
2010 Statistics: 54 tackles, 11 sacks
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21(85). Philadelphia Eagles: Marcus Gilbert, OL, Florida.
22(86). Kansas City Chiefs: Greg Little, WR, UNC.
2010 Statistics: Suspended in 2010, did not accumulate any stats
23(87). Indianapolis Colts: Colin McCarthy, LB, Miami.
2010 Statistics: 120 tackles, two sacks, one forced fumble, one interception
24(88). New Orleans Saints: Jacquizz Rodgers, RB, Oregon State.
2010 Statistics: 256 carries, 1,184 yards, 14 touchdowns
25(89). San Diego Chargers: Jeremy Beal, DE/OLB, Oklahoma.
2010 Statistics: 72 tackles, nine sacks, one forced fumble
26(90). Baltimore Ravens: Jason Pinkston, OL, Pittsburgh.
27(91). Atlanta Falcons: Luke Stocker, TE, Tennessee.
2010 Statistics: 39 receptions, 417 yards, two touchdowns
28(92). New England Patriots: Casey Matthews, LB, Oregon.
2010 Statistics: 73 tackles, three sacks, one forced fumble, three interceptions
29(93). Chicago Bears: DeMarcus Love, OT, Arkansas.
30(94). New York Jets: Jerrell Powe, NT, Ole Miss.
2010 Statistics: 27 tackles, three sacks
31(95). Pittsburgh Steelers: Terrell McClain, DL, South Florida.
2010 Statistics: 24 tackles, three sacks
32(96). Green Bay Packers: James Brewer, OT, Indiana.
33(97). Carolina Panthers: Kenrick Ellis, DT, Hampton.
2010 Statistics: 51 tackles
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