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Greg Cox's 2011 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1, Picks 1-16

New England Patriots: Cameron Jordan, DE/DT, California

The Patriots acquired this pick in the Richard Seymour trade.

It is hard for me to fathom Cameron Jordan sliding down the board, but my opinion of him is probably higher than the consensus. This is also a ridiculously deep class on the defensive line. If the Patriots have a chance to add him up front it will be a rare time they are glad to make a first-round pick.

Ty Warren is coming off an injury and Gerard Warren is just about finished. Jordan is a rare player with collegiate experience in a 3-4. His father Steve was a tight end for the Vikings. Players don't get much safer this early in the draft.

I have always thought the Patriots would trade up from No. 17 and trade down from No. 28. I am implying a trade up here, possibly to No. 12 because I believe Jake Locker might still be on the board for the Vikings to take and it puts the Patriots ahead of the Lions and Rams who both could take Jordan.

San Diego Chargers: J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin

The Chargers have to improve their defensive front. Jacques Cesaire is fading fast and is a free agent. Luis Castillo is not exactly lighting the world on fire either. This is a popular landing spot for J.J. Watt for those reasons.

There is plenty of talent on this roster. It is really just a matter of finding guys to make the key plays on defense and with better play up front that becomes easier. If the Cowboys do not take Watt this is the most sensible spot for him.

New York Giants: Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College

When the Giants are successful, both of their lines are stout. On the offensive side it is questionable whether or not William Beatty is going to be able to take over for left tackle David Diehl.

Head coach Tom Coughlin loves Boston College, which is a factory for NFL linemen, and while that isn't a huge factor, it can't hurt. Anthony Castonzo is the latest player to come off their assembly line, and I like the fit. I can hardly wait for NFL Network's Mike Mayock to gush over him on April 28. Yes, that is sarcasm if you couldn't tell.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa

A lot of players have been bounced around as options in this spot, but defensive end is the consensus position the Buccaneers are going to target. Stylze G. White headlines an unimpressive group of defensive ends comprised of guys who failed elsewhere like Tim Crowder (Denver) and Alex Magee (Kansas City), or were not high draft picks.

It is definitely time to add talent. After spending two early selections on defensive tackle last year, the Buccaneers need support on the outside. Justin Houston failed a drug test at the Combine, taking him out of their equation. Adrian Clayborn and Da'Quan Bowers both have medical issues. Clayborn has been playing with his Erb's Palsy. They know what they are getting with him more than Bowers, but the upside factor could sway them in the other direction.

Kansas City Chiefs: Nate Solder, OT, Colorado

The Chiefs have problems at right tackle. Barry Richardson and Ryan O'Callaghan are not starters on a team with aspirations of winning division titles. They have visited with Nate Solder and I could see them sitting him for a season, then possibly even shifting Branden Albert to the right and letting him take on the blind side.

I know they like Solder and I have to stand behind the pick assuming the Giants don't take him at No. 19 in which case Wisconsin's Gabe Carimi would be the choice. Or Florida's Mike Pouncey if he is on the board.

Indianapolis Colts: Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama

Well here we go. Do the Colts really pass on offensive tackle again? I'm looking at it this way. The past two years I got them right which was not easy to do late in the first round, especially with Donald Brown and Jerry Hughes who were both surprising choices.

I could go safe and give them Wisconsin's Gabe Carimi or Mississippi State's Derek Sherrod to fill their need at offensive tackle, but is that any way to keep the streak alive? I have to swing for the fences. They want to get their power running game going as Peyton Manning ages. Mark Ingram is an elite back ready to stay on the field quite a bit and solidify their uncertain backfield.

Philadelphia Eagles: Jimmy Smith, CB, Colorado

It looks like the Eagles have turned into vultures flying over Jimmy Smith. I can see the logic behind the move. Paying for Nnamdi Asomugha in free agency is going to be expensive and a lot of teams will be bidding for his services. I don't see him landing there.

Jimmy Smith was not thrown at very much at Colorado. He will need to prove he can hold up under scrutiny because teams are going to avoid Asante Samuel. I think he will be just fine and if not for some character questions would be off the board in the top 15.

New Orleans Saints: Phil Taylor, NT, Baylor

I had this before, and in the final hour, it feels right again. The Saints have Shaun Rogers as a quick fix to provide beef for their defensive line, but Phil Taylor gives them a player to lean on for years to come.

Seattle Seahawks: Muhammad Wilkerson, DE/DT, Temple

When injuries hit the defensive front during the 2010 season the Seahawks were crippled on defense. Teams were able to run right at them. Adding another impact player on the defensive line provides them with some insurance.

I am a Muhammad Wilkerson believer. I think he fits either front and can move around in an even front. There is also an excellent chance for the Seahawks to trade down with a team anxious to draft a quarterback in the first round.

Baltimore Ravens: Gabe Carimi, OT/G, Wisconsin

When Jared Gaither missed the season with a back injury Michael Oher had to play the, wait for it, blind side. He was not the star of that movie. He might need a pep talk from Leigh Anne Touhy.

If Gabe Carimi is on the board the Ravens will not use up much of their time before turning in the card. Perhaps Oher takes a step forward at left tackle, but one way or another Carimi gives them potential book ends.

Atlanta Falcons: Kyle Rudolph, TE, Notre Dame

Reportedly the Falcons are zoned in on Kyle Rudolph. I am not one to argue. Early in the process I believed this to be a natural fit.

Tony Gonzalez is highly unlikely to play another season. Rudolph gives their offense an all-around talent to take over for him. An injury cut his season short, but being the consensus top tight end by a wide margin with no one else in the conversation makes this a possibility.

Cincinnati Bengals: Andy Dalton, QB, TCU

PROJECTED TRADE: The Patriots trade this pick to the Bengals who have to get their quarterback because Carson Palmer has quit on them. It isn't really a matter of them getting ahead of teams that would have taken Andy Dalton, it is more a matter of them making sure another team does not deal up.

Chicago Bears: Marvin Austin, DT, North Carolina

This is one of a few "buzz" picks. Marvin Austin has done a lot to repair his draft stock by impressing teams with his ability. The Bears appear to be one of those teams sold on him as a possibility in the first round.

Another buzz is that the Bears are thinking of trading down. Austin could be a player they feel they can get even after trading down to the second round with a team interested in moving up for a quarterback. I also like the idea of them moving up if one of the top offensive tackles is within range.

Finally, Mississippi State offensive tackle Derek Sherrod's value is inflated. He is not a lock for the first round which is why I have left him out of my final mock. I'm not saying it is a sure thing he falls out, but it is possible.

New York Jets: Akeem Ayers, OLB, UCLA

The Jets have trouble generating a pass rush. I am not sold on Akeem Ayers as a prospect in all situations, but for this defense he should be able to make some impact plays so I am keeping this pick for my final mock.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Cameron Heyward, DE/DT, Ohio State

The Steelers are built on both lines and at linebacker. That is their philosophy and most of the time it works.

Age is a significant issue on the defensive line. They recently drafted Evander "Ziggy" Hood to help prepare for that, but more help is needed.

I think they will be considering possible options at nose tackle like Stephen Paea (Oregon State) and Phil Taylor (Baylor) in this spot as well if he should fall. Medical status is going to be a big factor in their decision, but I think defensive line is the move with whichever guy they are comfortable with of these three.

Buffalo Bills: Christian Ponder, QB, Florida State

PROJECTED TRADE: Again, I am sure people will ask why the Bills would trade ahead of the No. 33 pick belonging the Patriots in order to select a quarterback. It is a pretty easy explanation. They want to secure their quarterback on Thursday night before their division rivals open up their phone lines to teams with plenty of time to negotiate.

The Bills could also select Nevada's Colin Kaepernick with this choice whom I think fits what they do a little better than Christian Ponder.

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2011 NFL Mock Draft - Walt's

Greg 04-23-2011 09:36 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.174 (total posts: 76)

SF49ers - I agree with that. I try not to "play God" too much in a mock though.

Thanks! - I actually didn't consider the elevation. Oversight on my part regarding Taylor. Excellent point. Somehow Leshoure has to come off the board and I can never seem to figure out where. Detroit might take him.

doyle - They probably won't because they are dumb. Paea would be terrific for them and their defense needs to get better up front. This is a weak S class the value comes later.

John - Well, yeah. Have you considered how old the Giants are across the line? Not all of the picks are going to hit. If they get 2 good OL out of 3 it puts them in good shape moving forward. I would have liked them to take an OLB though.

RedNeck - I had to Mallet-ize this mock, but he's not going to be there in my final or at least I doubt it.

Kyvon 04-23-2011 09:07 pm xxx.xxx.xxx9.20 (total posts: 3)

Either I'm crazy or this Reggie guy is sending comments to himself! Either way ur not getting a CB in round 1 Mike Jenkins isn't bad and Newman had a career high 5 picks this year so stop it with the dreams of getting Peterson! You're going to end up with Tyron Smith and maybe Rahim Moore and Marcus Cannon and then your team will be fine. Tony Romo will be protected long enough to utilize all the weapons your team has! The run game will be better assuming you all stick with the balance attacked you displayed the second have of the year! And by drafting a safety it's going to help keep plays in front of the CBs!

Now as far as my Vikings go I think well take Bowers and get a QB in free agency and that way we get a veteran to lead the offense and create havoc on Aaron Rodgers and Jay Cutler for years

Reggie 04-23-2011 08:57 pm xxx.xxx.xxx9.20 (total posts: 3)

Yes like Reggie said I do like the idea of us getting a CB but here's how I mock us if we don't move up

Round 1- Prince Amukamara- Comes in and plays right away can cover and doesn't shy away from contact defending the run like Mike Jenkins

Round 2- Rahim Moore-We haven't had good consistent safety play since Darren Woodson! I also think well sign either Mike Huff or bring back Sensabaugh who I like

Round 3- Marcus Cannon- Simple and plain Kyle Kosier must be replaced

Round 4- Casey Matthews- Bradie James and Keith Brooking are getting old and neither of them will be on the team in 2012 so draft Casey and him and Sean Lee solidify the middle for years to come

Round 5- Buster Skrine- depth at the CB position is needed

Reggie 04-23-2011 08:33 pm xxx.xxx.xxx9.20 (total posts: 3)

Naw ur not crazy for mocking 4 QB in the top 15 and if your crazy then I'm crazy as well because the closer it gets to draft time the more I think it's a possibility of happening. I was one of those guys who thought the owners and players would get things done before the draft and free agency would occur prior to the draft but that's not going to happen so because of it I think teams are going to throw aside the notion of drafting the best player available and draft more to fill a need for example with the 12th the Vikings could draft Bowers, Tyron Smith or even trade down for more picks but because there is such a glaring hole at QB I think they'll reach and get Jake Locker!

Oh yea and as a cowboy fan I love your assessment of us going to get Peterson! People just don't understand giving up 33 TD passes as a unit means something gotta change!

DJ 04-23-2011 07:13 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.185 (total posts: 3)

RB is not a big enough need to take one that early. We NEED help on the DL, the OL, at linebacker, at WR, and in the secondary. Most of that should be addressed before RB considering all we need right now is depth. RBs are easy to find later in the draft, taking one at 33 isn't worth it.

Vision 04-23-2011 06:13 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.125 (total posts: 1)

Can't see the Dolphins completely passing on RB's. They'll take at least one, and though I don't see Taiwan Jones there in the 3rd, he'd be a cinch to be a Phin if he is, and they don't go RB beforehand.

Denarious Moore probably won't be available in the 5th due to the dearth of speedsters at WR in this draft.

I like some of the players you gave Miami, just not Boling.

Great mock 04-23-2011 06:11 pm xxx.xxx.xxx2.75 (total posts: 1)

best mock I have seen for the Chargers in a while. Only thing I don't like is Brandon Harris(does not fit the Chargers coverage scheme), but he's nothing to complain about

Chiefs have no WR? 04-23-2011 05:16 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.112 (total posts: 3)

No WR at all for Chiefs? Thats a HUGE need.

Mo 04-23-2011 04:40 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.126 (total posts: 2)

Once again Greg i have to say that I like your picks for San Diego a bit more than Walts's(no offense walt). In my opinion this kind of draft in the first three rounds would be ideal for the Chargers.JJ Watt will do great up front and Acho can compete with English, maybe even giving English that extra boost to do better. Franklin can take over for Clary if we go that direction and Greg Little gives us some great depth whether or no we keep Floyd. In the 6th round i would see us drafting someone in the mold of Sproles and hopefully an ILB with all those SD has that are FA's. Great mock again Greg, I really do like you exploring all of those different possibilities in the draft because ANYTHING can happen.

Dan 04-23-2011 04:06 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.187 (total posts: 1)

Greg, I just don't see the Giants passing on Pouncey if he's there at 19. Even if you think he can't play center in the NFL, we still have a potentially big need at LG. I think he can play center though, which is what I'd want him to play with the Giants.

We at least have someone on the roster who's supposed to succeed Diehl at LT. Beatty hasn't played much, but he was part of an o-line group that gave up no sacks for five straight weeks. He's only started two games at LT, so it's way too early to think he can't win the job. It's also only gonna be his third year in the NFL. I just don't see Reese giving up on one of his own 2nd round picks after just two seasons.

However, the Giants have no healthy bodies at center right now, and two of them are 34-year-old O'Hara and 32-year-old Rich Seubert. Seubert's condition also affects the LG spot. Maybe Diehl moves inside, but he's gonna be 31 this year and is coming off an all-around bad year, so I don't think he can really be counted on for much of anything.

I just think the Giants' interior o-line has a lot more problems and uncertainty than the LT spot, and with Beatty, Diehl, McKenzie, and Andrews all on the roster right now, I wouldn't be too happy if we took another OT in the first round.

Nate 04-23-2011 03:34 pm xxx.xxx.xxx3.34 (total posts: 3)

I really hope the Rams get Aldon Smith in the first. Him and Chris Long would be amazing together. I am also hoping Martez Wilson slides to them in the second, but I highly doubt so. If I'm St. Louis, I am targeting Wilson, Rahim Moore, Danny Watkins, Jon Baldwin and Ras-I Dowling in round 2. Any of those guys would instantly help the young team.

Russ 04-23-2011 03:27 pm xxx.xxx.xxx3.34 (total posts: 3)

this looks just like walt's...

Steve 04-23-2011 03:23 pm xxx.xxx.xxx2.46 (total posts: 4)

I don't know if the Lions pass on LeShoure in the second round, he's the perfect compliment to Best. I love Bruce Carter, guy's a top 20 talent imo.

Thomas 04-23-2011 03:03 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.156 (total posts: 5)

I like the Chargers picks except get RT Orlando Franklin with the first 3rd round pick and then get WR Vincent Brown with the other 3rd round pick. If Sam Acho is off the board then the Chargers can draft Franklin in the 2nd round and move Brown to the first 3rd pick and then draft Jacquizz Rodgers with the other 3rd round pick. Just some possibilities. Overall great draft.

Matty 04-23-2011 02:30 pm xxx.xxx.xxx9.34 (total posts: 2)

Greg - If the Packers were able to draft Shane Vereen at the end of round 4 I would be ecstatic. In the 2nd round, I would select Cobb over Gates simply because of his versatility (kick returns, punt returns etc.). I know people (a lot of Packer fans) are REALLY high on Brooks Reed as a first round pick, but I have questions about his athleticism. He has the size and strength, but his lack of hip flexibility and explosiveness are concerning (he only had a 30 inch vertical at the combine?!?!). Anyways, I always think you do a nice job with the mocks. Take care.

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