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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

ThisMockBlows 04-28-2011 02:08 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.10 (total posts: 1)

Wow awful...just awful.

billm1313 04-28-2011 09:20 am xxx.xxx.xxx.125 (total posts: 4)

This maybe the worst mock draft I have ever seen.... After the 10th pick Greg is clueless...

Truth 04-28-2011 07:00 am xxx.xxx.xxx.108 (total posts: 1)

Walters is so much better

Ben 04-27-2011 02:06 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.135 (total posts: 1)

Too low for Ijalana.

Look for him at the end of one beginning of two

jason 04-27-2011 01:21 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.31 (total posts: 1)

like the lions draft, we fill all needs.
1.LT
2.CB
3.LB
4.RB
5.DE
7.DE

El Lobo 04-27-2011 08:01 am xxx.xxx.xxx0.15 (total posts: 1)

sorry, but what is this guy's major fetish for mentioning 'leigh ann tuohy' by her full name in every mock draft and not being able to spell the name right anyway? does he think it's witty? and how about 'sam fisher from the splinter cell video games'. way to go greg, number one in shoehorning awkward irrelevant pop-culture references into your writing.
as for the mock... blah blah same-old, same-old thing that's guaranteed to be 80% wrong. at best. bring back matt mcguire.

Booyah 04-27-2011 06:37 am xxx.xxx.xxx.198 (total posts: 1)

Fig Newon #1 what a waste...would not take him in the 4th round....ohh why you doing that to me man I don't call no plays????? 36 hike?????

Mish 04-27-2011 01:17 am xxx.xxx.xxx.168 (total posts: 1)

Call me crazy, but in studying what little film I have (which is essentially youtube) I have come to the conclusion that Greg Little out of UNC could be the steal of the century. I know the character concerns are there, but this guy is a mastadon. He is frickin' humongous, not to mention absolutely electric with the ball in his hands, fast as a damn deer, and a great finisher with a nose for the endzone. I know he didn't play last year, but you can't argue that he didn't produce both as a freshman and sophomore (in a pretty crowded recieving corps). Relating it to the draft, I think the browns take Peterson at 6, the cardinals are taking Gabbert in my opinion. They take a stud D-linemen in the second (either clayborn or Paea), and take a Little gamble (haha) in the third. Matthews in the fourth, and the Cleveland faithful will be going crazy. By the way I agree with the mock, Hillis is going to win the Madden Cover! BTW sorry for rambling

Tyler 04-27-2011 12:52 am xxx.xxx.xxx.232 (total posts: 1)

OFWGKTA

shep 04-27-2011 12:42 am xxx.xxx.xxx.131 (total posts: 1)

I would be very happy as a charger fan if they get the guys in your mock draft....want to take over for AJ?

Dillon 04-27-2011 12:23 am xxx.xxx.xxx1.70 (total posts: 1)

Both Holmgren and Heckert have both already stated that Heckerts the one completely incharge of the draft and pulls the trigger on all of the picks including Colt McCoy last year, not Holmgren

Crozzy 04-26-2011 11:54 pm xxx.xxx.xxx8.56 (total posts: 2)

Decent mock, except denver wont draft a nose tackle if they arent switching to a 4-3 (which they are). And i stand alone and believE that julio jones will go to the lions!

Thomas 04-26-2011 10:26 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.156 (total posts: 5)

I like the mock draft but the only thing i would consider would be drafting Vincent Brown WR instead of Greg Little and draft QB Tyrod Taylor in the late rounds. Overall great draft.

Jonathan Seppo 04-26-2011 09:26 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.158 (total posts: 1)

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Tyrone 04-26-2011 07:17 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.195 (total posts: 1)

I like the Steelers draft except for the 1st & 7th picks. I think they should take Henery from Nebraska... probably in the 6th. A field goal kicker is more important than a punter, evidenced by the kickers on the teams that played in their last 3 Super Bowls.
Also, I think there are many players available at 31 who would be better for them than Heyward... I'd prefer they trade down for an additional 1 or 2 picks.

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