2012 NFL Mock Draft: Robert Griffin III and Prospects with Major Potential

The 2012 NFL draft class has a ridiculous amount of talented athletes with limitless potential. 

Yes, more so than recent draft classes. 

Robert Griffin III enters the league as the reigning Heisman Trophy winner who has the ability to truly transcend the quarterback position. 

There are a few other players who will make an instant impact in the NFL and are on the road to stardom. 

Let's take a look. 

Robert Griffin III

While Andrew Luck is said to be the best quarterback prospect to enter the NFL draft in a decade, Robert Griffin III's skill set makes him quite the prospect, too. 

There's no telling how amazing this kid can be at the pro ranks. 

He's a deadly accurate thrower of the football, especially down field and has developed into a magnificent leader while at Baylor, leading them to a 9-3 record this season with wins over Oklahoma and Texas. 

Not to mention, he's got Olympic speed, is tremendously elusive and graduated from college early. 

What's not to like?

I see a hybrid between Cam Newton and Michael Vick in RG3.

Actually, he's more polished as a passer than both of those guys were before being drafted, and it's not even close. 

Justin Blackmon

Blackmon has won the Biletnikoff Award as the nation's top receiver the last two seasons and he's about as ready as you can be to enter the NFL. 

While he's only 6'1'', his 215-pound frame is chiseled and he plays without fear of going over the middle or absorbing the big hit. 

In fact, he's usually just as physical as the defenders that try to cover him. 

He has the experience and body to come in and be a solid possession receiver with outstanding yards-after-the-catch ability. 

The sky is the limit for Blackmon. 

David DeCastro

Like his teammate Andrew Luck, David DeCastro is the best prospect at his position in quite some time. 

The All-American guard is the total package and could easily become one of the most dominating players in this year's class. 

At 6'5'', 310-pounds DeCastro is massive but plays with incredibly quick feet and a Luck-esque football IQ. 

He's not only a technician, however. 

He can simply maul defensive linemen and linebackers when he gets to the second level because of his premier strength.

Whichever team drafts DeCastro will instantly be a better running club and their quarterback will also be extremely thankful.  

2012 NFL Mock Draft

1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck	17. Cincinnati Bengals: Lamar Miller
2. St. Louis Rams: Alshon Jeffery	18. Seattle Seahawks: Landry Jones
3. Minnesota Vikings: Matt Kalil	19. Denver Broncos: Dwight Jones
4. Jacksonville Jaguars: Justin Blackmon	20. Cleveland Browns: Cordy Glenn
5. Cleveland Browns: Trent Richardson	21. New York Giants: Janoris Jenkins
6. Kansas City Chiefs: Vontaze Burfict	22. New York Jets: Alameda Ta'Amu
7. Washington Redskins: Robert Griffin III	23. Cincinnati Bengals: Chase Minnifield
8. Carolina Panthers: Morris Claiborne	24. Dallas Cowboys: Stephon Gilmore
9. Buffalo Bills: Zach Brown	25. Houston Texans: Jerel Worthy
10. Miami Dolphins: David DeCastro	26. Baltimore Ravens: Luke Kuechly
11. Arizona Cardinals: Johnathan Martin	27. Detroit Lions: Alfonzo Dennard
12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Dre Kirkpatrick	28. New England Patriots: Courtney Upshaw
13. Chicago Bears: Michael Floyd	29. Pittsburgh Steelers: Mike Adams
14. San Diego Chargers: Riley Reiff	30. San Francisco 49ers: Devon Still
15. Tennessee Titans: Melvin Ingram	31. New England Patriots: Quinton Coples
16. Philadelphia Eagles: Dont'a Hightower	32. Green Bay Packers: Brandon Jenkins