Mike Reynolds Mock Draft 1.0

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1. Tampa Bay (2-14): Jameis Winston, QB FSU

  • The Bucs haven’t had consistent QB Play in years. Winston is a head case, but he’s the best in the class.

2. Tennessee (2-14): Marcus Mariota, QB Oregon

  • Many believe Tennessee is content with Mettenberger, but I’m not so sure Wisenhunt would risk his job on a 6th round pick.

3. Jacksonville (3-13): Leonard Williams, DE/DT USC

  • Possibly the best player in the class falls to number three. Gus Bradley would love to add the versatile defensive linemen to help build up his defense.

4. Oakland (3-13): Amari Cooper, WR Alabama

  • The Raiders drafted their franchise QB, it’s time to start giving him some weapons.

5. Washington (4-12): Eli Harold, EDGE Virginia

  • A possible surprise at number five. The Redskins were bottom 10 in total sacks in 2014 and Brian Orakpo’s future in Washington is unclear.

6. New York Jets (4-12): Devante Parker, WR Louisville

  • With the top two QB’s off the board, the Jets attempt to give what they have a dynamic option.

7. Chicago (5-11): Shaq Thompson, OLB Washington

  • The Bears just didn’t have a good defense in 2014. The most versatile player in the draft can help them in coverage, and in run defense.

8. Atlanta (6-10): Vic Beasley, EDGE Clemson

  • In a quarterback league, it’s inexcusable to only have 22 sacks in a season. An edge rusher is Atlanta’s number one need.

9. New York Giants (6-10): T.J Clemmings, OT Pittsburgh

  • Justin Pugh is more suited to play inside, and T.J Clemmings may have the highest upside of any OT in the draft.

10. St. Louis (6-10): Kevin White, WR West Virginia

  • The Rams needed to turn to Kenny Britt in the regular season due to poor receiver play, and he will be a free agent.

11. Minnesota (7-9): Brandon Scherff OG/OT Iowa

  • Minnesota’s interior line has not been too great. They need to add anything they can to the line to protect Teddy Bridgewater,

12. Cleveland (7-9): Danny Shelton, NT Washington

  • Ahtyba Rubin is a free agent this offseason. Shelton not only provides a replacement, but a potential upgrade from day one.

13. New Orleans (7-9): Shane Ray, EDGE Missouri

  • The Saints could be dealing with Cam Newton, Matt Ryan, and Winston in 2015. Pressuring them is very important if they want to have a chance at another Super Bowl before Drew Brees retires.

14. Miami (8-8): Eddie Goldman, DT FSU

  • Miami’s interior defensive line has been very underwhelming. Adding Goldman will take pressure off Cameron Wake and Olivier Vernon.

15. San Francisco (8-8): Trae Waynes, CB Michigan State

  • The 49ers always have a lot of draft picks. Depth at CB couldn’t hurt.

16. Houston (9-7): Jaelen Strong, WR Arizona State

  • Andre Johnson had his worst healthy season since… Well, ever. It’s time to start looking for his replacement.

17. San Diego (9-7): Dante Fowler, EDGE Florida

  • San Diego’s pass rush is pitiful. Fowler might not have the upside of some rushers this year, but he’s the most NFL ready.

18. Kansas City (9-7): Eric Kendricks, ILB UCLA

  • WR is a bigger need, but the top four are already gone. Putting Kendricks next to a healthy Derrick Johnson will instantly fix the Chiefs run stopping woes.

19. Cleveland from Buffalo (9-7): Randy Gregory, EDGE Nebraska

  • You can never have enough pass rushers, and Cleveland can’t pass up on Randy Gregory’s potential. The Browns can let him sit behind Barkevious Mingo and Paul Kruger for a year or two.

20. Philadelphia (10-6): Landon Collins, SS Alabama

  • Nate Allen’s contract is up, and frankly he just wasn’t that good anyway. The Eagles enjoy his replacement falling right into their lap.

21. Cincinnati (10-5-1): Owamagbe Odighizuwa, DE UCLA

  • Losing Michael Johnson affected this pass rush a lot more than anybody thought. Odighizuwa’s quick first step and non stop motor are a good step toward fixing that.

22. Pittsburgh (11-5): Jordan Phillips, NT Oklahoma

  • The Steelers haven’t had an effective Nose Tackle since Casey Hampton. Phillips 6’6” 324 pound frame will eat up blockers.

23. Detroit (11-5): La’El Collins, OT LSU

  • Matt Stafford was sacked 45 times in 2014. The Lions need to buy him more time for Johnson and Tate to get open.

24. Arizona (11-5): Maxx Williams, TE Minnesota

  • Maxx Williams is a matchup nightmare, and might prove deadly alongside Larry Fitzgerald and Michael Floyd.

25. Carolina (7-8-1): Andrus Peat, OT Stanford

  • The Panthers have one of the worst offensive lines in the league. Cam can buy time with his legs, but I doubt he would complain about having more time in the pocket.

26. Baltimore (10-6): Marcus Peters, CB Washington

  • The injury bug destroyed the Raven secondary in 2014. Depth is a primary concern.

27. Dallas (12-4): Nate Orchard, DE Utah

  • A lot went right for Dallas this year, but their pass rush was still below average. Demarcus Lawrence and Nate Orchard could be a dynamic duo for years to come.

28. Denver (12-4): Malcolm Brown, DT Texas

  • Jack Del Rio is out in Denver and it looks like Knighton might be gone with him. Malcolm Brown can come in and start right away.

29. Indianapolis (11-5): Arik Armstead, DE Oregon

  • The Colts need a lot. Armstead has athleticism and physique that scouts drool over.

30. Green Bay (12-4): Anthony Harris, SS Virginia

  • Green Bay fans are getting tired of Morgan Burnett’s inconsistent performances. Anthony Harris can push him for the starting job.

31. New England (12-4): A.J Cann, OG South Carolina

  • They could use a WR, but Bill will never take one in round one. Look for him to go back to the trenches on the first day.

32. Seattle (12-4): Ereck Flowers, OT Miami

  • Elite teams stay great by stocking up in the trenches. The Seahawks might make Russell Wilson the richest man in the NFL, so they should use a high pick to protect that investment.

 

 

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