Maize's Mock Draft

[Maize]

So, I did this last year and I thought I would add to the numerous mocks members are already posting. This year is a crap shoot and there are some things I am very unsure about.

I will update the mock periodically, usually once every 7-10 days. So, without further rhetoric, here is my first:

1. Carolina Panthers - Da'Quan Bowers, DE, Clemson
2. Denver Broncos - Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
3. Buffalo Bills - Nick Fairley, DT, Auburn
4. Cincinnati Bengals - A.J. Green, WR, Georgia
5. Arizona Cardinals - Robert Quinn, OLB, North Carolina
6. Cleveland Browns - Marcell Dareus, DE, Alabama
7. San Francisco 49ers - Blaine Gabbert, QB, Missouri
8. Tennessee Titans - Ryan Mallett, QB, Arkansas
9. Dallas Cowboys - Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska
10. Washington Redskins - Cam Newton, QB, Auburn
11. Houston Texans - Ryan Kerrigan, DE, Purdue
12. Minnesota Vikings - J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
13. Detroit Lions - Janoris Jenkins, CB, Florida
14. St. Louis Rams - Justin Blackmon, WR, Oklahoma State
15. Miami Dolphins - Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
16. Jacksonville Jaguars - Brandon Harris, CB, Miami
17. New England Patriots - Von Miller, OLB, Texas A&M
18. San Diego Chargers - Cameron Jordan, DE, Cal.
19. New York Giants - Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA
20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Aldon Smith, DE, Missouri
21. Seattle Seahawks - Drake Nevis, DT, LSU
22. Kansas City Chiefs - Jonathan Baldwin, WR, Pittsburgh
23. Indianapolis Colts - Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State
24. Philadelphia Eagles - Nate Solder, OT, Colorado
25. Green Bay Packers - Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin
26. New Orleans Saints - Stephen Paea, DT, Oregon State
27. New York Jets - Cameron Heyward, DE, Ohio State
28. Baltimore Ravens - Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
29. Chicago Bears - Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
30. Pittsburgh Steelers - Mike Pouncey, OG, Florida
31. Atlanta Falcons - Stefan Wisniewski, C, Penn State
32. New England Patriots - Allen Bailey, DE, Miami

I always like to hear everyone's comments, criticisms and questions.

 

[Bmore]

another god damn DE?

This is almost as bad as OOBL's Ravens 1st round prediction.

Give us Ras I Dowling for christ sakes.

 

[Justo]

i can't see the Falcons picking an OL with their first round pick, much more need at DL

 

[Colonel Angus]

I will thank every mock that has Gabe Carimi going to Green Bay.

EDIT: LOL @ Minnesota making another mistake on a Wisconsin DE early in the first round.

 

[inthecards21]

why would Pittsburgh take another center when we have a Pro Bowler for years to come already, and with Mike Pouncey still on the board?

 

[Maize]

why would Pittsburgh take another center when we have a Pro Bowler for years to come already, and with Mike Pouncey still on the board?

Yes, Atlanta's pick and the Steelers are supposed to be swapped. I fixed it, Pouney to Pitt and Wisniewski to ATL.

And BMore, I didn't know what to do with the Ravens pick. I guess Dowling makes sense, something I need to think about.

 

[SuperKevin]

I liek the Fairley pick but only if we go back to the 4-3 on a full time basis

 

[Youk]

Another Ohio State DE?

:smug:

 

[Mogriffjr]

i don't think the jets will be taking another OSU DE lol...Hi Gholston.

 

[wingsfan77]

I don't think the Eagles will go OT round one, Peters is Pro Bowl and Justice is solid. Defense is definitely a bigger need in my eyes.

 

[NAHSTE]

Cam Newton in Shanahan's offense sounds like a recipe for disaster.

 

[Rayman]

Another one falling for the fallacy of Dallas needing another corner.

The trenches on either side of the ball are a much higher priority.

 

[Obst]

Jaguars GM Gene Smith usually doesn't go after underclassmen

 

[Sportsbuck]

i don't think the jets will be taking another OSU DE lol...Hi Gholston.

Different situations entirely.

Gholston was a weakside end in a 4 man front that they tried to convert into a 3-4 OLB, and it failed miserably, and he was also a workout warrior with a questionable motor.

Heyward is a perfect fit as a SSE in a 3-4 alignment, and he can also line up at every other position along the line, with no motor concerns at all. He's dominated since day 1.

 

[OnlyOneBeerLeft]

another god damn DE?

This is almost as bad as OOBL's Ravens 1st round prediction.

Give us Ras I Dowling for christ sakes.

Apparently you didn't see my updates... and regardless... saying that one of these DE's isn't an upgrade over Cory Redding is asinine. Not the biggest need, but still, BPA is the MO.

 

[Woy]

Someone will take a QB before us. Not saying they'll take Mallett, but the first QB won't go at #8.

 

[Maize]

Someone will take a QB before us. Not saying they'll take Mallett, but the first QB won't go at #8.

I have Gabbert going at #7, and I think Buffalo, Denver or Arizona could all take Quarterbacks. But, Buffalo has big needs on defense and Ryan Fitzpatrick. Denver doesn't have a coach yet, so I wasn't ready to say what Quarterback they would target. And Arizona seems a likely landing spot for a veteran QB.

 

[ThunderHorse]

I'll give you the same advice I threw towards the other guy.

Indianapolis' theoretical need is an offensive lineman but that hardly matters to a guy like Polian.

if the OT is the BPA on the board come Indy's pick then I think you're safe but if he isn't and there's a guy on there who's arguably better in a multitude of positions besides Quarterback or maybe corner you should keep your eyes peeled.

 

[Gonzo]

BPA is BPA - Polian follows it rigidly.

However, if Carimi is still available once it gets to Indianapolis, I think Polian will snatch him up. He's got that lame B10 love.

 

[MRN]

Julio Jones at 29 to the Bears? Seems way to low.