2015 NFL Mock Draft

Last update: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014.
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The order of this 2015 NFL Mock Draft is based on the NFL Power Rankings.

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    *** 2015 NFL Mock Draft (3 rounds) updated Oct. 14. This NFL Mock Draft will be updated at least once per week (Tuesday afternoons and other times for important events.). Check out old versions of this 2015 NFL Mock Draft in the archived mock draft section. Follow @walterfootball for NFL Draft updates. ***

  1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon
    TRADE! OK, a little too early to project trades, especially given that the draft order isn’t even close to being set yet, but if the Raiders are picking No. 1, as they were in this update, one of two things will happen: They’ll either fall in love with Marcus Mariota and pick him, much like the Panthers did with Cam Newton after spending a second-rounder on Jimmy Clausen; or they’ll auction off the top selection to the highest bidder. I’m projecting a trade here for the Raiders based on how Derek Carr performed against the Chargers. He showed promise, and what the Raiders plan on doing with him depends on how he finishes the season.

    There will be plenty of interest from teams looking to land Mariota, and the Buccaneers might be most desperate after what transpired against the Ravens. Tampa has to find a franchise quarterback to be competitive in the NFC South.

    To move up to No. 1, the Buccaneers dealt the third-overall pick, their second-round selection and their 2016 first-rounder.

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    Pick change; previously Jameis Winston, QB

  2. Jacksonville Jaguars: Leonard Williams, DE/DT, USC
    If the Jaguars secure the top pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, they will trade it to the highest bidder. There are plenty of teams – Buccaneers, Rams, Texans, Titans, Raiders (if Derek Carr struggles) – that will be desperate to land Marcus Mariota. Jacksonville will deal the selection to the highest bidder.

    It’s all moot because Jacksonville is picking second in this scenario, so I’m going to slot the top non-quarterback talent to them anyway. The Jaguars’ defensive line was projected to be a strength this year, but the group hasn’t come close to meeting expectations. It’s not the biggest weakness, but a better pass rush will mask issues in the back seven.

  3. Oakland Raiders: Cedric Ogbuhei, OT, Texas A&M
    The Raiders will strongly consider Marcus Mariota if they can get him (if Derek Carr finishes the year poorly), but they could deal the pick if Carr shows promise, which he did against San Diego.

    Oakland will instead focus on finding someone to protect Carr. Donald Penn is not a long-term option at left tackle, while neither Khalif Barnes nor Menelik Watson should not be starting going forward.

    Pick change; previously Marcus Mariota, QB

  4. Tennessee Titans: Randy Gregory, DE/OLB, Nebraska
    Apparently, Tennessee’s defensive performance in the season opener was a mirage. The Titans need to find a pass-rushing upgrade because Kamerion Wimbley is not getting the job done. They’d love to land Randy Gregory, who is the top edge rusher in this class. It’s possible that he’ll go as high as No. 2 to the Jaguars.



  5. New York Jets: Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama
    The Jets would be thrilled if Amari Cooper fell to them. They have zero receiving talent outside of Eric Decker, who can’t seem to stay healthy. Decker is just a No. 2 option anyway, so Cooper, who is being touted as the next A.J. Green/Julio Jones type, would step in and instantly become the top receiver.

  6. Washington Redskins: Andrus Peat, OT, Stanford
    Jason Whitlock said the Redskins were trying to focus on obtaining Jameis Winston with this pick when he ruined a recent episode of PTI. It’s more likely that they’ll either upgrade their secondary or find some protection for Robert Griffin or Kirk Cousins. They couldn’t keep the Giants out of the backfield during that Thursday night loss. I know Morgan Moses is here, but it’s discouraging that he hasn’t been able to win the starting job yet.

  7. St. Louis Rams: Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State
    There is so much controversy surrounding Jameis Winston, from the alleged sexual assault, to the crab legs, to the autographs, to his suspension for shouting a stupid meme in the student union (funny that the old farts running Florida State didn’t know what it meant). However, Winston is too talented not to go in the first round. There are plenty of teams desperate for a quarterback, including the Rams.

    Jeff Fisher’s tenure in St. Louis won’t be long unless he finds a solution at the signal-caller position. Fisher has overlooked character issues in the past, so I think he would take a chance on Winston.

    Pick change; previously Connor Cook, QB

  8. Minnesota Vikings: Todd Gurley, RB, Georgia
    It goes without saying that this selection is contingent on what happens with Adrian Peterson. It’s completely possible that Peterson will return to Minnesota in 2015, but there’s also a good chance that the Vikings will want to take a PR stand by getting rid of him.

    If the latter scenario occurs, the Vikings would be open to spending another top-10 pick on a blue-chip running back. Major help is needed in the backfield, as Jerick McKinnon is just a change-of-pace option.

    For those who don’t believe three or four running backs will be chosen in the first round next spring, this class has stud players at the position, so it’s going to happen. Besides, Trent Richardson was chosen No. 3 overall a couple of years ago. If Richardson can go third, the more-talented Gurley can be chosen at No. 8.

    Pick change; previously Dante Fowler, DE



  9. Cleveland Browns: Shane Ray, DE/OLB, Missouri
    Barkevious Mingo does some things well, but he has failed to develop into a great pass-rusher. Jabaal Sheard, meanwhile, will be hitting free agency in March. With all that in mind, if Mingo continues to disappoint in terms of getting to the quarterback, the Browns will want to bring in someone who can accomplish that.

    Pick change; previously Vic Beasley, DE/OLB

  10. Houston Texans: Landon Collins, S, Alabama
    I’d be tempted to slot Jameis Winston here if he were available, but I’m not sure the Texans would want to deal with his antics. Connor Cook will also be considered, but we’ve seen the Texans pass on a quarterback for a greatly superior prospect, and that’s what’s happening here. Landon Collins is a stud, and he would offer a major upgrade at a position of need.

    Pick change; previously Shawn Oakman, DE/DT

  11. Pittsburgh Steelers: P.J. Williams, CB, Florida State
    Ike Taylor suffered a terrible injury several Sunday nights ago. He’ll be back later in the year, but the Steelers need to get younger and better at cornerback regardless.

    Pick change; previously Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, CB

  12. Miami Dolphins: Marcus Peters, CB, Washington
    Cortland Finnegan hasn’t been terrible this year, but the fact that the Dolphins are using him is a sign that they need corner help. Besides, Miami is taking one of the top players on the board at this juncture.

    Pick change; previously Landon Collins, S



  13. Cleveland Browns: Brandon Scherff, OT/G, Iowa
    The Browns were considering finding an upgrade over right tackle Mitchell Schwartz this offseason, and they would’ve considered Greg Robinson if he fell to them. Schwartz didn’t play well in the preseason and has just been average in the early going, so here’s a possible solution.

    Pick change; previously Cedric Ogbuhei, OT

  14. Atlanta Falcons: Dante Fowler, DE, Florida
    The Falcons can’t be too upset with obtaining Jake Matthews at No. 6 overall this past May, but they were one pick away from landing Khalil Mack. Here’s their new edge rusher.

    Pick change; previously Markus Golden, DE/OLB

  15. Chicago Bears: Ronald Darby, CB, Florida State
    Kyle Fuller has looked great so far – he recently completely shut down Kelvin Benjamin – but the Bears will need another corner with Charles Tillman likely done. Chicago is taking the best talent available anyway.

    Pick change; previously P.J. Williams, CB

  16. New York Giants: Shilique Calhoun, DE/OLB, Michigan State
    Jerry Reese never has any qualms about adding talented pass-rushers. Both Mathias Kiwanuka and Robert Ayers will be entering their contract years in 2015, so Reese may want to add a starter at defensive end for 2016 and beyond.


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