NFL Mock Draft 2011: Kiper, McShay and 10 Experts Battle

2011 NFL Mock Draft's are starting to really shape up now that the 40's have been run at the combine and the teams are starting to get to know the prospects well on a personal level.  While we still have a little more than a month to go until the 2011 NFL Draft in late April, some prospects have solidified their spots in the top 10, and the No. 1 overall pick is still up for grabs.

For this mock draft I gathered the most recent mocks of nine other NFL draft experts.  They include ESPN's Mel Kiper and Todd McShay, CBS' Rob Rang and Chad Reuter, National Football Post's Wes Bunting, Sports Illustrated's Don Banks, NFL.com's Bucky Brooks and Pat Kirwan, and Pro Football Weekly's Nolan Nawrocki.

All have their own unique takes on how the 2011 NFL Draft will pan out.  Keep in mind the very best mockers will only get around 30 percent of the picks right, and that's usually after the top pick has been decided previous to the draft.

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1. Carolina Panthers

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 27: Cam Newton passes the ball during a drill at the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 27, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

The majority is quickly shifting towards Blaine Gabbert as the top overall pick.  He had a good-enough pro day and is considered the safer pick of the two.

The Panthers have scheduled a visit and workout with Cam Newton, something they haven't done with Gabbert yet, and is the more attractive prospect.

Some mockers feel the Panthers will draft the top player on the board, regardless of position.

Lorge - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Kiper - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
McShay - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Rang - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Reuter - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Bunting - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Banks - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Brooks - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Kirwan - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Nawrocki - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama

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2. Denver Broncos

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BATON ROUGE, LA - SEPTEMBER 25: Patrick Peterson #7 of the Louisiana State Univeristy Tigers celebrates after scoring a touchdown by posing as the Heisman Trophy against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Tiger Stadium on September 25, 2010 in Baton Rouge

Denver needs help on the defensive line for sure. That being said, the team is taking a very hard look at Peterson, who is deserving of the pick, and there would be no better mentor for him than Champ Bailey.

Lorge - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Kiper - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
McShay - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
Rang - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Reuter - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Bunting - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Banks - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Brooks - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Kirwan - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Nawrocki - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson

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3. Buffalo Bills

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: Missouri Tigers quarterback Blaine Gabbert answers questions during a media session at the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 25, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

One of the top two QBs should still be on the board here, and whoever remains would be a great pick for Buffalo.  The Bills can start the season aiming for the playoffs with Ryan Fitzpatrick and once they're out of the hunt give the future of the franchise some run.

Defense and OL are the biggest needs for the Bills, but Chan Gailey needs a versatile guy to run his system and he can't keep his job if he goes 0-16 hunting for Andrew Luck.

Lorge - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Kiper - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
McShay - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Rang - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Reuter - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Bunting - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Banks - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Brooks - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
Kirwan - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Nawrocki - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M

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4. Cincinnati Bengals

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 28: Defensive lineman Nick Fairley of Auburn takes part in the vertical jump during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Most think the Bengals, who could be without T.Ochocinco, will draft the talented A.J. Green here.  The need and talent fits, but it isn't the most typical Bengals pick.

Cincy has never been scared off by red flags (Andre Smith, Pacman Jones, Carlos Dunlap, TO, Tank Johnson), and they seem to weigh a majority of their draft evaluations based on what players have done on the gridiron.  Nick Fairley screams Bengals.

Lorge - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Kiper - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
McShay - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Rang - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Reuter - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Bunting - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Banks - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Brooks - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Kirwan - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Nawrocki - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia

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5. Arizona Cardinals

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 28: Von Miller of Texas A&M works out during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

One of the most consensus picks of the draft.  Half have the Cards going with a QB, which doesn't seem to be Larry Fitzgerald's top choice.  The other see the Cards taking the most talented player left on my board, Von Miller.

Lorge - Von Miller, LB, Texas A&M
Kiper - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
McShay - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Rang - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
Reuter - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
Bunting - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
Banks - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
Brooks - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Kirwan - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Nawrocki - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri

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6. Cleveland Browns

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 27: Wide receiver A.J. Green of Georgia runs with the ball during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 27, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

If the Browns can get their hands on Green it seems like they will take him.  They could also grab Julio Jones if they like him more.

Many mockers have the Browns passing on Patrick Peterson, but if he lasts till six, I think he comes off the board.  Peterson is a much better prospect than Joe Haden, who they got at seven last year.

Lorge - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Kiper - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
McShay - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Rang - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Reuter - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Bunting - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Banks - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Brooks - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Kirwan - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
Nawrocki - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama

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7. San Francisco 49ers

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 04: Quarterback Ryan Mallett #15 of the Arkansas Razorbacks looks to pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the Allstate Sugar Bowl at the Louisiana Superdome on January 4, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Matthew

If Patrick Peterson is still here, the Niners either have to take him or trade with someone who wants to.  Same goes for Von Miller.

If both are gone, I think the next thought turns to QB.  Gabbert might not be there, and while many have been slamming Ryan Mallett, everyone doesn't feel the same on him.  An experienced and successful 6'7" SEC QB with a rare arm shouldn't leave the top 10.

Lorge - Ryan Mallett, QB, Arkansas
Kiper - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
McShay - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Rang - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Reuter - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Bunting - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
Banks - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Brooks - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Kirwan - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
Nawrocki - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU

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8. Tennessee Titans

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TUCSON, AZ - OCTOBER 23: Quarterback Jake Locker #10 of the Washington Huskies during the college football game against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium on October 23, 2010 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats defeated the Huskies 44-14. (Photo by Ch

If Nick Fairley slides all the way to eight, he would be a nice pickup for the Titans. He has some very similar traits to Albert Haynesworth.

The word out of Tennessee is that Vince Young is still out, which means a new QB needs to come in.  The team is showing a lot of interest in Jake Locker. Most analysts say he won't make it into the second round, and maybe not out of the top 12.

Lorge - Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Kiper - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
McShay - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Rang - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Reuter - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Bunting - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
Banks - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Brooks - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Kirwan - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
Nawrocki - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn

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9. Dallas Cowboys

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TUSCALOOSA, AL - NOVEMBER 13: Defensive lineman Marcell Dareus #57 of the Alabama Crimson Tide watches play against the Mississippi State Bulldogs November 13, 2010 at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

Many have been putting Prince Amukamara on the Cowboys for months now, and while he could help the team, I'm not buying it.  Dallas has said they are confident in their corners and really their safeties are the problem.

I see Dallas either going with a 3-4 DE like Dareus, Watt or Jordan.  OT is very realistic too with Marc Colombo on the ropes.

Lorge - Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama
Kiper - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
McShay - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
Rang - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Reuter - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
Bunting - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
Banks - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Brooks - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Kirwan - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Nawrocki - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin

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10. Washington Redskins

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TEMPE, AZ - NOVEMBER 7: Tyron Smith #70 of the USC Trojans stretches before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils on November 7, 2009 at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona. USC won 14-9. (Photo by Jeff Golden/Getty Images)

With multiple big needs on the roster, the Skins could be looking several directions.  Julio Jones adds up, as does a front-seven defender.

The Skins are showing a lot of interest in Tyron Smith recently, and he fits their tackle mold (Trent Williams).  Going OL will allow Washington to do everything better on O.

Lorge - Tyron Smith, OT, USC
Kiper - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
McShay - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Rang - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Reuter - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Bunting - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Banks - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Brooks - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Kirwan - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Nawrocki - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska

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11. Houston Texans

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All signs point to defense for Houston, although I wouldn't mind seeing an offense featuring Andre Johnson and Julio Jones.

The Texans need a corner like Amukamara—even Jimmy Smith would be a fit.  Some feel Robert Quinn is the pick, but I get the impression teams are lower on him than mockers and Houston has some options off the edge already.

Lorge - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Kiper - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
McShay - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Rang - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Reuter - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Bunting - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Banks - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Brooks - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Kirwan - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Nawrocki - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami

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12. Minnesota Vikings

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AUBURN, AL - SEPTEMBER 18: Da'Quan Bowers #93 of the Clemson Tigers against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 18, 2010 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The Vikings seem like prime candidates to trade up for a QB because that is really the only position keeping them out of the playoffs.

Due to his knee injury it looks like former top prospect Bowers is sliding fast, though, and he would be a great pickup for Minnesota, un-cuffing them from the productive, but potentially expensive, Ray Edwards.

OTs are also in play here, but I think that need has been over-hyped this offseason.

Lorge - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Kiper - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
McShay - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Rang - Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Reuter - Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Bunting - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Banks - Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Brooks - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
Kirwan - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
Nawrocki - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina

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13. Detroit Lions

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MOBILE, AL - JANUARY 29:Defensive lineman Cameron Jordan #97 of the North Team during the Under Armour Senior Bowl on January 29, 2011 at Ladd-Pebbles Stadium in Mobile, Alabama. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images for Under Armour)

The Lions are another team that could use an upgrade on the offensive line.  If defensive talent slides, I think they will go BPA, and if the D talent goes early, it should leave Detroit with their pick of the OTs.

Amukamara would be ideal, but I think picking the top DE on the board with payoff the most for Detroit because of the attention Suh gets.

Lorge - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Kiper - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
McShay - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
Rang - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
Reuter - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
Bunting - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Banks - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
Brooks - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Kirwan - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
Nawrocki - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin

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14. St. Louis Rams

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ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 01: Julio Jones #8 of the Alabama Crimson Tide stiffarms Chris Rucker #29 of the Michigan State Spartans during the Capitol One Bowl at the Florida Citrus Bowl on January 1, 2011 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Im

If you believe Julio Jones lasts till 14, then you believe that is where he comes off the board.  If someone moves on him earlier, then the Rams can continue upgrading their defense.

Defensive tackles and ends both make sense.

Lorge - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Kiper - Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois
McShay - Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois
Rang - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Reuter - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Bunting - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Banks - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Brooks - Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois
Kirwan - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
Nawrocki - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri

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15. Miami Dolphins

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NEW ORLEANS - JANUARY 01: Tim Tebow #15 of the Florida Gators hugs teammate Mike Pouncey #55 after scoring a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bearcats during the Allstate Sugar Bowl at the Louisana Superdome on January 1, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Call me crazy.  I know Mark Ingram fits the need for Miami, he's a big name and has earned a first-round grade.  He runs 10 yards faster than his peers and the next 30 yards much slower.

The Dolphins had some serious problems with their interior offensive line this season, and there are other good backs in this draft to fill Miami's holes (that Pouncey will be creating).

Also, I don't think Mike will last longer than his brother did.

Lorge - Mike Pouncey, G/C, Florida
Kiper - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
McShay - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
Rang - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
Reuter - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
Bunting - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
Banks - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
Brooks - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
Kirwan - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
Nawrocki - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn

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16. Jacksonville Jaguars

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WEST LAFAYETTE, IN - SEPTEMBER 20: Quarterback Dan LeFevour #13 of the Central Michigan Chippewas is tackled by Ryan Kerrigan #94 of the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on September 20, 2008 in West Lafayette, Indiana. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/

I was saddened to see Chad Reuter change his pick from Ryan Kerrigan to Aldon Smith because he is the one who opened my eyes to it.  The two prospects are both capable of producing sacks; one does it with his high motor and the other with pure pass rushing talent.  I will take the former.

Lorge - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Kiper - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
McShay - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Rang - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Reuter - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Bunting - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Banks - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Brooks - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Kirwan - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Nawrocki - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa

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17. New England Patriots

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CHESTNUT HILL, MA - OCTOBER 03: Anthony Castonzo #74 of the Boston College Eagles congratulates teammate Montel Harris #2 after Harris scored a touchdown in the first quarter against the Florida State Seminoles on October 3, 2009 at Alumni Stadium in Che

If the Pats are targeting Watt here, I think it's a great pick.  He has the size to move around on the line and the ability to get his hands on a lot of balls when he can't actually pressure the QB.

I do think this is the draft where the Pats will start to pre-build their offensive line, and Castonzo is the most well-rounded tackle prospect in the draft.

Lorge - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Kiper - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
McShay - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Rang - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Reuter - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Bunting - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Banks - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Brooks - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
Kirwan - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Nawrocki - Cameron Jordan, DE, California

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18. San Diego Chargers

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 28: Defensive lineman Robert Quinn of North Carolina runs through a drill during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

The Chargers need playmakers.  I think this is a little too early for a receiver like Jon Baldwin (who SD might try to trade for in the late first), so the Chargers should look at upgrading their defense.

If Robert Quinn is to last this long, he would be a great pick for SD because they are never afraid to gamble on a high-upside prospect.  Muhammad Wilkerson fits that mold too, and if a talented 5-tech is around, it will be hard for SD to pass.

Lorge - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Kiper - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
McShay - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
Rang - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Reuter - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Bunting - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Banks - Cameron Heyward, DE, Ohio State
Brooks - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Kirwan - Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Nawrocki - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue

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19. New York Giants

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BOULDER, CO - NOVEMBER 07: Wide receiver Jeff Fuller #8 of the Texas A&M Aggies makes a reception against the defense of Jimmy Smith #3 of the Colorado Buffaloes during NCAA college football action at Folsom Field on November 7, 2009 in Boulder, Colorado

The Giants are one of the toughest teams to mock because they don't have any huge needs but they do have several spots than need depth or upgrades.

If the Giants don't address the OL here, look for them to take a defender with size like Akeem Ayers, Martez Wilson or Jimmy Smith.

Lorge - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
Kiper - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
McShay - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
Rang - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
Reuter - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Bunting - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
Banks - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Brooks - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
Kirwan - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Nawrocki - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama

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20. Tampa Bay Bucs

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PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 01: Defensive lineman J.J. Watt #99 of the Wisconsin Badgers rushes the TCU Horned Frogs in the 97th Rose Bowl game on January 1, 2011 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Word is the Bucs are going DE.  The only question is how many will come off the board before 20?

If they are left with only Justin Houston and Adrian Clayborn, they could wait for a value pick and take Akeem Ayers here.

Lorge - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
Kiper - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
McShay - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Rang - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Reuter - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
Bunting - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
Banks - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Brooks - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Kirwan - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Nawrocki - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California

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21. Kansas City Chiefs

Nobody knows what KC will do.  They need help almost everywhere on defense, and they want to run the ball well, which means an elite offensive line.

Most recently they have scheduled a workout with Wilkerson, a small school prospect isn't a traditional Piloi move, but a DE is.

Lorge - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
Kiper - Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA
McShay - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Rang - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
Reuter - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Bunting - Phil Taylor, DT, Baylor
Banks - Stephen Paea, DT, Oregon State
Brooks - Tyron Smith, OT, Southern California
Kirwan - Phil Taylor, DT, Baylor
Nawrocki - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida

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22. Indianapolis Colts

Both CBS analysts recently changed their selections to OT Derek Sherrod, which seems like they may be on to something.  The questions about Nate Solder's ability to start from day one makes me think Indy will pass on him, but Sherrod seems more ready for action.

I previously had Indy going with Stephen Paea, who would be a great fit in their scheme.

Lorge - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Kiper - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College
McShay - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
Rang - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Reuter - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Bunting - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Banks - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
Brooks - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Kirwan - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
Nawrocki - Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College

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23. Philadelphia Eagles

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PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 01: Offensive lineman Gabe Carimi #68 of the Wisconsin Badgers warms up prior to playing the TCU Horned Frogs in the 97th Rose Bowl game on January 1, 2011 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Gabe Carimi is an Andy Reid OT, and he is the top tackle on my board in the 2011 NFL Draft. 

A hybrid secondary guy would help the Eagles, but I don't see them passing on Carimi. 

The 23rd pick in the last two drafts has been OT as well in the form of Bryan Bulaga and Michael Oher.

Lorge - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Kiper - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
McShay - Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA
Rang - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Reuter - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
Bunting - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
Banks - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
Brooks - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
Kirwan - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Nawrocki - Aaron Williams, CB, Texas

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24. New Orleans Saints

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The Saints' biggest needs are on the front seven.  The Saints love to bring their backers, which makes a versatile guy like Akeem Ayers an ideal pick to me.  Others see NO going with defensive ends whether that guy is a DE/DT tweener or your DE/OLB hybrid.

Lorge - Akeem Ayers, LB, UCLA
Kiper - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
McShay - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Rang - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
Reuter - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Bunting - Marvin Austin, DT, North Carolina
Banks - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
Brooks - Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA
Kirwan - Cameron Heyward, DE, Ohio State
Nawrocki - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado

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25. Seattle Seahawks

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A traditional pick you see mockers throwing out is Jake Locker to Seattle, but when you really think about it, that doesn't make sense for a team coming off of an NFC West crown.

If there is a plug-and-play starter on the OL like Pouncey, it's a great pick. If not, I think Seattle will turn their attention to the defensive backfield.

Lorge - Aaron Williams, CB, Texas
Kiper - Jake Locker, QB, Washington
McShay - Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Rang - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
Reuter - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
Bunting - Ryan Mallett, QB, Arkansas
Banks - Ryan Mallett, QB, Arkansas
Brooks - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Kirwan - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
Nawrocki - Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois

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26. Baltimore Ravens

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It's another popular local boy pick, but Torrey Smith going to Baltimore doesn't seem ideal.  I understand the need for speed, though I don't see Ozzie Newsome reaching on a questionable receiver, especially when they just paid for a legit one.

Ideally if Sherrod is off the board, Baltimore would trade down.

Lorge - Stephen Paea, DT, Oregon State
Kiper - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
McShay - Cameron Heyward, DE, Ohio State
Rang - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
Reuter - Torrey Smith, WR, Maryland
Bunting - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Banks - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
Brooks - Torrey Smith, WR, Maryland
Kirwan - Torrey Smith, WR, Maryland
Nawrocki - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple

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27. Atlanta Falcons

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KANSAS CITY, MO - NOVEMBER 27: Quarterback Jordan Webb #2 of the Kansas Jayhawks is sacked by Aldon Smith #85 of the Missouri Tigers during the game on November 27, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Atlanta can be proud of how their defense played last season, but the one obvious place for improvement is in the sack department.  Justin Houston or Adrian Clayborn seem like the best bets, but I have Aldon Smith sliding here; admittedly I am low on him as a prospect. 

Lorge - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
Kiper - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
McShay - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
Rang - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Reuter - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Bunting - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Banks - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Brooks - Titus Young, WR, Boise State
Kirwan - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
Nawrocki - Lance Kendricks, TE, Wisconsin

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28. New England Patriots

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EVANSTON, IL - OCTOBER 31: Brandon Beachum #3 of the Penn State Nittany Lions hops over teammate Stefen Wisniewski #61 and Brian Peters #10 of the Northwestern Wildcats to score a touchdown at Ryan Field on October 31, 2009 in Evanston, Illinois. Penn Sta

The top rumor is that NE is going to trade this pick to SD, who would take Jon Baldwin in my estimation.  If NE keeps the pick, some believe they will continue, or start the pre-build of their OL.  They also have picks in the second round, but one may already belong to Allen Bailey.

Lorge - Stefen Wisniewski, G/C, Penn State
Kiper - Leonard Hankerson, WR, Miami
McShay - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
Rang - Danny Watkins, OG, Baylor
Reuter - Jabaal Sheard, DE, Pittsburgh
Bunting - Danny Watkins, OG, Baylor
Banks - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
Brooks - Cameron Jordan, DE, California
Kirwan - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
Nawrocki - Jake Locker, QB, Washington

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29. Chicago Bears

If you watched Chicago Bears football this year, you know their offensive line had serious trouble blocking anything at times.

Either a tackle could slide or Chicago could pick up one of the fringe guys.  I have Nate Solder missing the first round completely, and he would fit here as Kiper suggests.

With Tommy Harris gone, I like Corey Liuget to fill that hole; he has been skyrocketing since his bowl game.

Lorge - Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois
Kiper - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
McShay - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Rang - Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois
Reuter - Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois
Bunting - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
Banks - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
Brooks - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
Kirwan - Aaron Williams, CB, Texas
Nawrocki - Orlando Franklin, OG, Miami

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30. New York Jets

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COLUMBIA, MO - NOVEMBER 07: Defensive tackle Phil Taylor #11 of the Baylor Bears watches from the bench during the game against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field/Memorial Stadium on November 7, 2009 in Columbia, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty

Not everyone needs a NT like Phil Taylor, but the Jets are one of those teams because it looks like Kris Jenkins is done.  While Pat Williams could be a one- or two-year filler, a guy like Taylor provides more disruption along the LOS.

An edge rusher or OG would also be welcomed in NY.

Lorge - Phil Taylor, DT, Baylor
Kiper - Rahim Moore, S, UCLA
McShay - Phil Taylor, DT, Baylor
Rang - Phil Taylor, DT, Baylor
Reuter - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
Bunting - Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA
Banks - Phil Taylor, DT, Baylor
Brooks - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
Kirwan - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia
Nawrocki - Danny Watkins, OG, Baylor

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31. Pittsburgh Steelers

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DURHAM, NC - OCTOBER 18: Eron Riley #15 of the Duke Blue Devils grips the ball as he is tackled by Brandon Harris #1 of the Miami Hurricanes at Wallace Wade Stadium on October 18, 2008 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Pittsburgh needs to make sure they come out of this draft with two things: corners and offensive linemen.  Each can be found late in the first round.

Lorge - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
Kiper - Danny Watkins, OG, Baylor
McShay - Orlando Franklin, OG, Miami
Rang - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
Reuter - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
Bunting - Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado
Banks - Aaron Williams, CB, Texas
Brooks - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
Kirwan - Danny Watkins, OG, Baylor
Nawrocki - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State

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32. Green Bay Packers

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TUCSON, AZ - SEPTEMBER 18: Quarterback Ricky Stanzi #12 of the Iowa Hawkeyes is sacked by Brooks Reed #42 of the Arizona Wildcats during the third quarter of the college football game at Arizona Stadium on September 18, 2010 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wild

There has been a lot of talk about GB adding another edge rusher to take advantage of the attention Clay Matthews will get next season.  If Green Bay wants a versatile guy, they can move inside or outside. Martez Wilson or Akeem Ayers would be nice picks.

If the Packers want a true pass rusher, they will look to the high-motored Brooks Reed or talented Justin Houston.

Lorge - Brooks Reed, DE, Arizona
Kiper - Brooks Reed, OLB, Arizona
McShay - Brooks Reed, OLB, Arizona
Rang - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
Reuter - Akeem Ayers, LB, UCLA
Bunting - Benjamin Ijalana, OT, Villanova
Banks - Muhammad Wilkerson, DT, Temple
Brooks - Martez Wilson, ILB, Illinois
Kirwan - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Nawrocki - Justin Houston, OLB, Georgia

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