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2014 NFL Mock Draft

Last update: Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Major changes in both rounds.
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Oakland Raiders: Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville

The Raiders are terrible for many reasons, and it all starts at the quarterback position. They have nothing there. Matt Flynn is not a starting-caliber player because of his physical limitations, while fourth-round rookie Tyler Wilson is nothing more than a career backup for similar reasons.

Teddy Bridgewater definitely doesn't have those restrictions. He's capable of being chosen No. 1 overall despite Jadeveon Clowney's presence, given how important it is to find a franchise quarterback.

By the way, I'm doing this live because I thought it'd be fun to get instant feedback. I'm going to post my mock anyway, so why not do it this way? Follow @walterfootball for updates.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Tajh Boyd, QB, Clemson

I'm moving Tajh Boyd ahead of Johnny Manzeil because it seems like the former is more highly regarded. It'll be a very fluid situation though. The 6-foot-1 Clemson product is not just a runner; he completed 67.2 percent of his passes last year while maintaining a 9.1 YPA and a 36-to-13 touchdown-to-interception ratio.

The Jaguars easily have the worst quarterback situation in the NFL. New general manager David Caldwell said that he believes in building around Blaine Gabbert. This means one of two things: He's either completely clueless or he's cunning enough to tank the 2013 season in order to land one of the stud quarterbacks in the 2014 NFL Draft. For Jacksonville's sake, I hope it's the latter.

And yes, Boyd over Jadeveon Clowney. The latter is the superior prospect, but the quarterback position is way too important, and Jacksonville doesn't have a franchise signal-caller.

Pick change; previously Johnny Manziel, QB

Buffalo Bills: Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina

The Bills spent a ton of energy addressing their offense in the 2013 NFL Draft, but they didn't do anything to help their pass rush. That would explain why they traded for Jerry Hughes a couple of days afterward. Go here to see my grades for the Hughes-Sheppard trade.

Jadeveon Clowney is the obvious pick with quarterback not being a need. Clowney is the top pass-rushing prospect to come along in a very long time, and he would obviously help Buffalo finally defeat Tom Brady. Imagine a defense comprised of both Clowney and Mario Williams. That's pretty scary.

New York Jets: Anthony Barr, DE/OLB, UCLA

New York will go with the top player on their board, and that could easily be Anthony Barr. The Jets have a nice interior pass rush with Sheldon Richardson and Muhammad Wilkerson. Drafting Barr would give them a nice bookend on the exterior with Quinton Coples. New York would suddenly go from being somewhat mediocre in terms of getting to the quarterback to being one of the best teams in the NFL in that regard.

Anthony Barr should really help New York's efforts to get to the quarterback. A former running back, Barr played defense for the first time this past season and made an instant impact, recording 13 sacks. The sky's the limit for him, as he'll only get better at his new position.

Cleveland Browns: Johnny Manziel, QB, Texas A&M

Anyone who thinks Johnny Manziel is too small to be chosen in the top five is completely mistaken. Manziel currently stands at 6-foot-1, 200. That's taller than Drew Brees and Russell Wilson. Robert Griffin (6-2, 220) is pretty much the same size as Manziel will be following next season. Manziel also boasts a very good arm and great accuracy. There's no reason why he can't be a top-five selection if he continues to play as he did in his Heisman campaign.

I don't think I'm saying anything crazy by suggesting that the Browns need a massive upgrade at the quarterback position. Jason Campbell is just a backup, while Brandon Weeden isn't exactly Michael Lombardi's favorite signal-caller.

Pick change; previously Tajh Boyd, QB

Tennessee Titans: David Fales, QB, San Jose State

Quarterbacks, quarterbacks everywhere. The 2014 draft class is the complete opposite of the 2013 version. As many as five signal-callers could go in the top 10, including David Fales, who is coming off a tremendous season for San Jose State.

If the Titans are drafting sixth overall, it means that Jake Locker struggled yet again. It's also likely that the entire front office was fired, and new regimes mean new quarterbacks.

San Diego Chargers: Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

It's no surprise that Jake Matthews returned to school, given that his father, Hall-of-Famer Bruce Matthews, wanted his son to earn his degree. Plus, it's not like Jake needed the money.

It's a shame for Philip Rivers that the Chargers couldn't obtain a left tackle this offseason. Rivers has been in rapid decline partly because of poor protection, so San Diego better hope that he's not completely ruined by the 2014 NFL Draft.

Philadelphia Eagles: Bradley Roby, CB, Ohio State

The Eagles have a pretty dubious cornerback situation. Bradley Fletcher can't stay healthy, while Cary Williams is pretty inconsistent. Given that Dez Bryant and Victor Cruz are in the division, Philadelphia needs to find a No. 1 corner.

Bradley Roby considered declaring for the 2013 NFL Draft. If he had, he may have been a top-six selection, which should tell you how much better this class is compared to last year's (I had him going 14th last week). Roby had a ridiculous 17 pass break-ups as a redshirt sophomore.

Arizona Cardinals: Taylor Lewan, OT, Michigan

The Arizona beat writers repeatedly tried to tell everyone that the Cardinals felt content at the tackle position, given that Levi Brown was coming back from injury and Bobby Massie improved tremendously in the second half of his rookie campaign (he didn't allow a single sack after Week 8).

That's all good, but what if Brown struggles again? Left tackle will definitely be in play, so Arizona may consider Scottsdale native Taylor Lewan, who probably would have been the No. 3 pick in the 2013 NFL Draft had he declared.

Kansas City Chiefs: Stephon Tuitt, DE/DT, Notre Dame

The Chiefs decided to keep Tyson Jackson for one more season, but it's unlikely that he'll be back in 2014. With that in mind, they'll be looking for a new defensive end next offseason.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Austin Seferian-Jenkins, TE, Washington

The Buccaneers want an upgrade at the tight end position. Luke Stocker hasn't developed, and acquiring a talented intermediate target would really help Josh Freeman (or Mike Glennon).

It's not usual to see a tight end go this high, but Austin Seferian-Jenkins is an absolute stud. He'll be a matchup nightmare, much like Rob Gronkowski and Jimmy Graham. It's worth noting that Seferian-Jenkins was arrested for a DUI on March 9, but that was just one incident. I don't think it'll have too much of an impact on his draft stock if he appears remorseful.

Detroit Lions: Marqise Lee, WR, USC

Wide receiver is not Detroit's biggest need, but Martin Mayhew is not one to attack holes on his roster. He believes in taking the top player on his board, and that could easily be Marqise Lee.

The Lions could stand to grab another stud wideout. Calvin Johnson is unstoppable, of course, and Ryan Broyles projects as a nice slot option, but there's nothing across from Megatron. Lee could really enhance Detroit's offense, making its aerial attack absolutely potent.

Lee has enjoyed a terrific 2012 campaign and is currently projected to be a top-12 pick despite the recent USC wideout failures.

Dallas Cowboys: Timmy Jernigan, DT, Florida State

I have no idea what the Cowboys were thinking when they passed on Sharrif Floyd at No. 18 overall. Moving down and then selecting a third-round guard made it clearer than ever that they need a real general manager. In the meantime, Jerry Jones will continue to run the team into the ground.

Perhaps Jones will suddenly realize that Dallas has a glaring need on the interior of its defensive front. Timmy Jernigan would be a nice fit as Monte Kiffin's three-technique - just as Floyd would have been.

Indianapolis Colts: Aaron Colvin, CB, Oklahoma

The cornerback run continues, as the Colts did nothing in the 2013 NFL Draft to address that position. They'll have to endure Greg Toler's struggles at the No. 2 corner position in 2013.

Aaron Colvin, who had 11 pass break-ups in 2012, is a tall cornerback - something that is very much in vogue now based on what Seattle has done.

Carolina Panthers: Loucheiz Purifoy, CB, Florida

The Panthers need tons of cornerback help. Chris Gamble retired, so the Panthers are in obvious need of a new No. 1 at the position.

A 6-1 corner with a potential high 4.3 40, Loucheiz Purifoy is a beast on special teams in terms of blocking kicks. He had two blocks in 2012.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson

The Steelers were definitely taking Jarvis Jones at No. 17 in the 2013 NFL Draft, but they also really liked Cordarrelle Patterson. Perhaps they'll go with a receiver in the first round this year, as Emmanuel Sanders is set to hit free agency next spring.

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Upstaterules 05-25-2013 07:03 am xxx.xxx.xxx9.82 (total posts: 1)

Clowney is the #1 pick. You don't pass on a Bruce Smith!!

Joe 05-24-2013 07:00 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.115 (total posts: 1)

If Marcus Roberson is there at the end of the second round, he will be the steal of the draft

@lucas 05-24-2013 02:28 pm xxx.xxx.xxx1.44 (total posts: 1)

@lucas
I agree 100%. As an Eagles fan I don't have a biased here. I feel Ponder is an alright young QB. The Vikings won't replace him next year with a first rounder. Maybe add some competition later on but not Rd. 1.

Stephen 05-24-2013 11:40 am xxx.xxx.xxx.249 (total posts: 1)

Johnny football to the Browns...I like it. The read option and a replacement for the price of crap an Weeden.

Justin B 05-24-2013 11:40 am xxx.xxx.xxx.239 (total posts: 1)

I don't think Johnny Manziel enters the draft, he seems like he's mature enough to want to stay at least one more year which I think would really benefit him, unless he dominates this coming season and is the sure #1, I know he's undersized but a talent like him? Would be hard to pass up.

Marquise Lee I say will be the top WR by draft time, which will be good for USC instead of another overhyped QB.

@sandman 05-24-2013 11:35 am xxx.xxx.xxx.205 (total posts: 11)

I'm not sayin that Floyd will be at DT what Rodgers was at QB but Aaron Rodgers was a "concensus" top 5 pick and fell to 24.will Floyd become at DT what A-Rodg is at QB?probably not but still it's an interesting point to bring up that maybe players who fall after being expected top 5 picks aren't exactly deserved of it...

Knowledgeable fan 05-24-2013 11:30 am xxx.xxx.xxx.205 (total posts: 11)

From pure QB need would I as a franchise draft Bridgewater over Clowney?maybe but I will NEVER pick the 2nd QB over Clowney.he'd be great for Jacksonville-may even inspire Babin to get back to the form of his that was in the 20 sacks conversation a few years ago and if you're wondering why Clowney would inspire Babin it's because no veteran at any position wants to get outplayed by a rookie no matter who it is.

Kelvaughn 05-24-2013 10:20 am xxx.xxx.xxx.241 (total posts: 1)

Johnny Manziel should be a top 3 pick for one he is faster than Tajh Boyd and Teddy Bridgewarter and they got and equal amount of arm they all should be top 3 picks of the draft.

rob 05-24-2013 12:16 am xxx.xxx.xxx.132 (total posts: 1)

Christian Jones FSU ?

lucas 05-23-2013 10:32 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.175 (total posts: 1)

I dont understand the hate on ponder, He had an 81 qb rating last year and threw 5 more tds than ints, in his first full year as starter going into his 3rd season in the same system with better weapons around him the sky is the limit.

Ravens draft 05-23-2013 06:29 pm xxx.xxx.xxx66.9 (total posts: 1)

I think 2014 draft will lean toward to offensive side, Probably be OT/G, WR/TE/, DB, DB, ILB, NT, special teams

mark d 05-23-2013 03:40 pm xxx.xxx.xxx8.42 (total posts: 1)

Marcus mariota well.be a top ten pick, the number 3 q.b. taken. For sure. He has size, arm strength, and speed.

Redskins WR? 05-23-2013 02:53 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.185 (total posts: 1)

Wow. Still, despite being proven wrong on every quantifiable measure, you're pushing this asinine WR to DC crap. Why don't you go back to DE/OLB since according to you Rob Jackson didn't do anything last year. Or, you could look at the real needs expected next year:

RT
ILB

After that, maybe a 4th/5th receiver to groom, maybe some DL youth, maybe some interior OL depth.

A special needs chimp could do a better job than you in assessing team needs.

Bex_R1986 05-23-2013 02:34 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.240 (total posts: 1)

Don't understand why C Bryan Stork would be a high 2nd round pick. He's my SEVENTH best center eligible. I have Gabe Ikard of Oklahoma, Tyler Larsen of Utah State, Russell Bodine of N. Carolina, Travis Swanson of Arkansas, James Stone of Tennessee & Corey Linsley of Ohio State all ahead of him.

He's good but is a late round pick at best. Really gets badly over powered by bigger DT's and that won't get any easier in the NFL.

Sandman 05-23-2013 01:22 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.160 (total posts: 1)

This stuff about the Cowboys passing on Floyd because of how great he is by the so-called experts is literally crazy. Appartently only the draft experts had Floyd rated so high. So 20+ teams passed on him and from reports if Minnesota hadn't of taken him, he very well would have fallen into the 2nd round. His own coach said that he wore down in games, took plays off, and he had a somewhat not great character. Maybe he will be great for Minnesota but right now it is looking more about getting the money instead of playing football and proving himself. If as several experts including the author of the mock draft above had him as the best DT in the draft, tell me why he fell so far. Find another excuse because the current ones aren't working.

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