Archived Mock Draft (Steve): Part 1, 6/08

Archived Mock Draft (Steve): Part 1, 6/08

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Steve Shoup’s Updated 2013 NFL Mock Draft

Updated 2013 NFL Mock Draft Round 1 | Round 1 Picks 17-32 | Round 2 | Round 3 | Round 4 |

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Picks 1-16, 17-32

1. Oakland Raiders- QB Tyler Bray, Tennessee

   -The Raiders are doing a complete overhaul and could be well in the running for the top overall pick. While they just invested a lot into the quarterback position, none of them were picked by the current regime. While Matt Barkley is tempting, Tyler Bray has the best potential of the two QB’s and should be the Raiders choice here.

2. Jacksonville Jaguars- QB Matt Barkley, USC

   -If the Jags are picking this high, then it is safe to say that the lack of receivers weren’t Blaine Gabbert’s issue. I can’t see Jacksonville passing up on the chance to take a top QB, especially if their is a GM change, since already the Owner, Head Coach and Offensive coordinator have changed since Gabbert was drafted. I don’t know if Barkley will ever be elite, but he should be a good QB at the next level.

3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- CB David Amerson, NC State

   -The Buccaneers filled a number of needs this past April, but one area they didn’t touch was cornerback. With Barber likely retiring and Talib in serious legal trouble Amerson would make a lot of sense here.

4. Minnesota Vikings- WR Robert Woods, USC

   -The Vikings added their LT in Kalil this past April, but could use a big play weapon for Christian Ponder. Woods is as big play as they come and should quickly develop into a number 1 wide out.

5. Indianapolis Colts- OLB Sam Montgomery, LSU

   -The 2012 draft was about fixing their offense, which leads me to believe 2013 will be more defensive centric. Montgomery has a lot of potential as a rush linebacker, and should have immediate impact for the Colts.

6. St. Louis Rams- OT D.J. Fluker, Alabama

   -The Rams can’t expect Sam Bradford to develop properly if they keep trotting out a sub-standard offensive line. Roger Saffold might be a solid RT and Scott Wells is a good center, but that is about it. Fluker could come in and take over the LT job.

7. Cleveland Browns- OLB/DE Jarvis Jones, Georgia

   -The Browns added a lot of offensive talent this past draft and could look to find some defensive help next year. Finding another top pass rusher is key for their success.

8. St. Louis Rams (via Washington)- WR Keenan Allen, Cal

   -The Rams have a number of needs and it wouldn’t shock me to see them trade this pick back to pick up some additional selections. If they keep it, OL, WR, and OLB are the most likely options. Allen could give the Rams the number 1 receiver they are lacking. Add him to Quick and Givens from this past year (not to mention Pettis and Salas) and the Rams might have a pretty impressive WR corps.

9. Miami Dolphins-S Eric Reid, LSU

   -The Dolphins secondary is still a weakness, with their safety position particularly a concern.

10. Seattle Seahawks- OT Chris Faulk, LSU

    -The Seahawks have used some premium picks on the offensive line recently, but it is still an area that needs addressing. Adding Faulk could allow Seattle to move Carpenter inside, which is a better fit for him. This is the type of move that can strengthen two positions.

11. Carolina Panthers- DT Star Lotuleli, Utah

    -The Panthers didn’t add any early round defensive tackles which is something I expect them to fix early next year. Lotuleli is a potential top 5 talent, but with so many teams looking offense, he could slip a little to the Panthers.

12. Buffalo Bills- CB Tyrann Mathieu, LSU

    -The Bills need to add more help in the defensive backfield and a playmaker like Mathieu could have an instant impact. This is probably a bit high for him, but I like his potential in this defense.

13. Tennessee Titans- DE Barkevious Mingo, LSU

    -The Titans need to continue to add pass rushers and Mingo is the top one on the board.

14. New York Jets- QB Tyler Wilson, Arkansas

    -The Jets are likely to witness another poor season from Mark Sanchez, what could lead to the Jets drafting a quarterback. Wilson should be able to start early, and would be a better starting QB compliment to Tim Tebow’s wildcat element.

15. Arizona Cardinals- OL Barrett Jones, Alabama

    -The Cards added some offensive line talent, but could look to address this area even further in 2013. Barrett Jones could play any offensive line position at the next level, which is great since Arizona doesn’t have many spots locked down just yet.

16. San Diego Chargers-CB Xavier Rhoades, FSU

    -The Chargers Cornerback situation won’t get any better this season and the team should look to add another early next year.

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