2011 NFL Mock Draft: Complete First Round with Videos

The picture of the 2011 NFL draft has been becoming much more clear as we move further away from the NFL combine and as we sit in the middle of Pro Day season. 

Out of all of the NFL Draft Analysts, there have been major differences in all of their mock drafts — most mocks can't even agree who will go first overall to the Carolina Panthers.

I am no expert, I'm simply a college student with a huge interest in the NFL, but I feel that I have an extreme understanding of team's needs and tendencies. 

Here, I have compiled my mock draft for the complete first round of the 2011 NFL draft. 

NOTE: This article was first seen at PatriotsPlus.net. Be sure to follow Tony Santorsa on Twitter @TonySantorsa.

1. Carolina Panthers: CB Patrick Peterson

The Carolina Panthers do need a quarterback, as I believe Jimmy Clausen is a bust—but it is too early to give up on the second year quarterback. 

With defensive minded Ron Rivera taking the reigns of the Carolina franchise, Patrick Peterson will be a nice cornerstone to build Rivera's defense around.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.31

Bench reps: 15

Vertical jump: 38"

Broad jump: 10'6"

2. Denver Broncos: DE Da'Quan Bowers

The Denver Broncos defense is simply the worst in the NFL—they could not stop anyone in 2010. 

The addition of Da'Quan Bowers will bulk up Denver's defensive line, and will add a much needed pass rush; something the Broncos have lacked tremendously.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.64

Bench reps: 22

Vertical jump: N/A

Broad jump: N/A

3. Buffalo Bills: OLB Von Miller

Over the past several seasons, Buffalo Bills owner Buddy Nix has been known to select the best player available.

In this case, Texas A&M outside linebacker Von Miller is the best available. With Buffalo switching to the 3-4 defense last season, Miller should fit in nicely with his amazing speed. 

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.42

Bench reps: 21

Vertical jump: 37"

Broad jump: 10'6"

4. Cincinnati Bengals: QB Blaine Gabbert

Cincinnati Bengals current quarterback Carson Palmer wants out of Cincinnati or he said he'll retire. 

Missouri's Blaine Gabbert is ranked as the best quarterback in the 2011 draft class, and could potentially be filling the shoes of Palmer.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.61

Bench reps: N/A

Vertical jump: 33.5"

Broad jump: 10'

5. Arizona Cardinals: QB Cam Newton

Arizona Cardinals' wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald has made it clear that if the quarterback position isn't addressed, he will be wanting out of 'Zona. 

Cam Newton is arguably the most talented and "freak" athlete in this year's draft, and he plays quarterback. Experts have questioned Newton's ability to transform into a pro-style quarterback, but Arizona needs a quarterback.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.56

Bench reps: N/A

Vertical jump: 35"

Broad jump: 10'6"

6. Cleveland Browns: DT Marcell Dareus

The Cleveland Browns are switching from the 3-4 defense to the 4-3 defense, and need to address their defensive line. 

As of right now, the Browns do not have any starting caliber defensive linemen, and Marcell Dareus would be an impact player immediately.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.93

Bench reps: 24

Vertical jump: 27"

Broad jump: N/A

7. San Fransisco 49ers: DE Robert Quinn

The San Fransisco 49ers have a below average pass rush, and North Carolina defensive end Robert Quinn would be a quality choice. 

As of right now, Quinn is the best pass rusher available at this point, and the 49ers will likely call his number on draft day.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.62

Bench reps: 22

Vertical jump: 34"

Broad jump: 9'8"

8. Tennessee Titans: DT Nick Fairley

What the Tennesee Titans really need is a quarterback, but the top two ones are already off of the board. 

Auburn defensive tackle Nick Fairley would be a nice addition to the Titans' defense, and he is the best player available at this point.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.84

Bench reps: N/A

Vertical jump: 31"

Broad jump: 9'5"

9. Dallas Cowboys: WR A.J. Green

The Dallas Cowboys have the talent, they just need personality changes.

Georgia wide receiver A.J. Green could very well go to the Dallas Cowboys, and would add another target for quarterback Tony Romo to pass to.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.48

Bench reps: 18

Vertical jump: 34.5"

Broad jump: 10'6"

10. Washington Redskins: DE Cameron Jordan

Like the Tennessee Titans, the Washington Redskins are in need of a quarterback, but with the top two quarterbacks already selected, the Redskins will select Cameron Jordan.

California defensive end Cameron Jordan brings a lot to the table—he's extremely fast, athletic, and can get to the quarterback in a hurry.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.74

Bench reps: 25

Vertical jump: 31"

Broad jump: 9'9"

11. Houston Texans: CB Prince Amukamara

Along with Patrick Peterson, Prince Amukamara is projected to be another stud cornerback. 

The Houston Texans had the worst pass defense in the NFL last season, and Nebraska's Amukamara could fill in as the team's number one corner.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.38

Bench reps: 15

Vertical jump: 38"

Broad jump: 10'8"

12. Minnesota Vikings: QB Jake Locker

With the retirement of Brett Favre, again, the Vikings are in need of a quarterback, and they are desperate. 

Tarvaris Jackson is not an NFL quarterback, and Joe Webb was drafted to be a wide receiver. Desperate times call for desperate measures, and the Vikings will select Jack Locker out of Washington. 

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.50

Bench reps: N/A

Vertical jump: 35"

Broad jump: 9'7"

13. Detroit Lions: OT Anthony Castonzo

Nearly every single season, the Detroit Lions suffer major injuries at the quarterback position, and they need to address that. 

Boston College's Anthony Castonzo would bulk up the Lions' offensive line, and would add some much needed pass protection skills.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 5.21

Bench reps: 28

Vertical jump: 29.5"

Broad jump: 8'9"

14. St. Louis Rams: WR Julio Jones

The St. Louis Rams found their franchise quarterback last year, now they need to find Sam Bradford a wide receiver.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.34

Bench reps: 17

Vertical jump: 38.5"

Broad jump: 11'3"

15. Miami Dolphins: DE Aldon Smith

Miami needs an upgrade at pass rush, and defensive end Aldon Smith would do so.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.74

Bench reps: 20

Vertical jump: 34"

Broad jump: 9'10"

16. Jacksonville Jaguars: DE Adrian Clayborn

The Jacksonville Jaguars run a 4-3 defense, and by adding Adrian Clayborn, he will be a much needed upgrade in the pass rushing category. 

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.78

Bench reps: N/A

Vertical jump: 33"

Broad jump: 9'5"

17. New England Patriots: RB Mark Ingram

Surprisingly, Alabama running back Mark Ingram made it past the Miami Dolphins and fell right into New England's hands. Ingram is simply too much talent and value for Bill Belichick to pass on.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.62

Bench reps: 21

Vertical jump: 31.5"

Broad jump: 9'5"

18. San Diego Chargers: DE J.J. Watt

San Diego needs an upgrade in their pass rush, and J.J. Watt can do so, as he's one of the premiere pass rushers in this year's draft class.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.81

Bench reps: 34

Vertical jump: 37"

Broad jump: 10'

19. New York Giants: OT Tyron Smith

The New York Giants struggled at protecting quarterback Eli Manning last season, and will look to improve their offensive line with USC's Tyron Smith.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 5.08

Bench reps: 29

Vertical jump: N/A

Broad jump: N/A

20. Tampa Bay Bucaneers: OLB Justin Houston

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are desperate for a defensive end and an outside linebacker, and Justin Houston can fill those holes.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.62

Bench reps: 30

Vertical jump: 36.5"

Broad jump: 10'5"

21. Kansas City Chiefs: OT Nate Solder

The Kansas City Chiefs would like to get younger on the offensive line, and will do so by adding Colorado's Nate Solder.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.96

Bench reps: 21

Vertical jump: 32"

Broad jump: 9'2"

22. Indianapolis Colts: OT Gabe Carimi

The Indianapolis Colts need to add an offensive tackle as they are extremely thin there, and Gabe Carimi is the best available at this point.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 5.18

Bench reps: 29

Vertical jump: 31.5"

Broad jump: 9'1"

23. Philadelphia Eagles: CB Jimmy Smith

Philadelphia already has a number one cornerback with Asante Samuel, and they desperately need a number two corner—Colorado's Jimmy Smith is the answer.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.42

Bench reps: 24

Vertical jump: 36"

Broad jump: 10'3"

24. New Orleans: DT Corey Liuget

The New Orleans Saints need to find their nose-tackle for the future, and Corey Liuget could be the answer.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.97

Bench reps: 27

Vertical jump: 27.5"

Broad jump: 8'6"

25. Seattle Seahawks: OG Mike Pouncey

The Seattle Seahawks need improvement on the interior part of their offensive line, and Mike Pouncey is the draft's top guard.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 5.12

Bench reps: N/A

Vertical jump: 25"

Broad jump: 8'

26. Baltimore Ravens: WR Torrey Smith

The Baltimore Ravens already have Anquan Boldin, but need help at the number two receiver. Maryland's Torrey Smith has the skill set to be an immediate impact receiver.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.41

Bench reps: 19

Vertical jump: 41"

Broad jump: 10'6"

27. Atlanta Falcons: OT Derek Sherrod

Protecting Matt Ryan is a priority, and Derek Sherrod can add some help at the tackle position.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 5.18

Bench reps: 23

Vertical jump: 28"

Broad jump: 8'1"

28. New England Patriots: DE Ryan Kerrigan

Purdue's Ryan Kerrigan appears to be a perfect fit for New England's 3-4 defense as a defensive end, and could very well play some outside linebacker due to his speed and ability to drop back into coverage.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.67

Bench reps: 31

Vertical jump: 33.5"

Broad jump: 10'02"

29. Chicago Bears: CB Brandon Harris

The Chicago Bears will look to improve their cornerback position this off-season, and Brandon Harris is the best available at this point.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.46

Bench reps: 13

Vertical jump: 35.5"

Broad jump: 9'5"

30. New York Jets: Phil Taylor

With the departure of Kris Jenkins, the Jets will look to find some bodies for their defensive line and Baylor's Phil Baylor could be the player. 

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 5.09

Bench reps: 31

Vertical jump: 29.5"

Broad jump: 8'4"

31. Pittsburgh Steelers: DT Muhammad Wilkerson

With the aging Chris Hampton, Temple's Muhammad will add some much needed depth to the defensive line.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.96

Bench reps: 27

Vertical jump: 26"

Broad jump: 8'10"

32. Green Bay Packers: OLB Brooks Reed

The Green Bay Packers may not have many major needs, but adding depth to the outside linebacker position can't hurt.

2011 NFL Combine Results

40 yard dash: 4.65

Bench reps: 30

Vertical jump: 30.5"

Broad jump: 9'5"