Draft season is here

The college bowl season is complete, the first-ever College Football Playoff is in the books and the 2015 NFL Draft order is nearly set. It's now time for NFL teams to get a closer look at the prospects up for consideration in the upcoming draft.

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Bucky Brooks

Full Analysis

January 19, 2015
1. Jameis Winston
  
  QB
  
  Florida St.
  
  Winston is the most NFL-ready quarterback in the draft. He is a nice fit in Dirk Koetter�s quick-rhythm passing game.
2. Leonard Williams
  
  DE
  
  USC
  
  Williams is a dominant defender capable of playing anywhere along the defensive front.
3. Randy Gregory
  
  OLB
  
  Nebraska
  
  Gus Bradley would love to have an athletic freak to use as a hybrid playmaker in the Jaguars� defense.
4. Shane Ray
  
  DE
  
  Missouri
  
  Ray is an energetic pass rusher with a knack for getting to the quarterback off the edge.
5. Landon Collins
  
  SS
  
  Alabama
  
  Collins is a ball hawk with the instincts and awareness to shut down the middle of the field.
6. Amari Cooper
  
  WR
  
  Alabama
  
  The Jets need to add an explosive weapon to the passing game. Cooper is a classic WR1 with speed, burst and ball skills to dominate on the perimeter.
7. Shaq Thompson
  
  OLB
  
  Washington
  
  Thompson would be the ideal replacement for Lance Briggs at the WILL linebacker spot in a 4-3 defense.
8. Vic Beasley
  
  OLB
  
  Clemson
  
  Beasley would give the Falcons an explosive rusher to upgrade their sagging defense.
9. Brandon Scherff
  
  OT
  
  Iowa
  
  The Giants want to upgrade their offensive line with big, physical bodies on the edges. Scherff is a sound technician with strength to handle aggressive edge rushers.
10. Marcus Peters
  
  CB
  
  Washington
  
  Jeff Fisher and Gregg Williams love athletic cover corners with swagger and attitude.
11. T.J. Clemmings
  
  OT
  
  Pittsburgh
  
  Surrounding Bridgewater with another athletic pass protector would foster his development as a polished pocket passer.
12. Danny Shelton
  
  NT
  
  Washington
  
  Mike Pettine�s affinity for defensive players makes the addition of a rock-solid defensive tackle a sensible pick for the Browns.
13. Dante Fowler, Jr.
  
  OLB
  
  Florida
  
  Rob Ryan could tap into Fowler�s versatility as an edge rusher to help solve the Saints� defensive woes.
14. Trae Waynes
  
  CB
  
  Michigan St.
  
  The Dolphins need a complementary cover corner to fill out a secondary that features a stud in Brent Grimes.
15. Kevin White
  
  WR
  
  West Virginia
  
  The 49ers� receiving corps is loaded with big-bodied pass catchers, but the lack of speed could make White the ideal fit at this point.
16. DeVante Parker
  
  WR
  
  Louisville
  
  With Andre Johnson nearing the end of his career, the Texans could opt for the sure-handed Parker as a successor.
17. Eddie Goldman
  
  DT
  
  Florida St.
  
  The Florida State standout would give the Chargers a hulking presence in the middle.
18. Marcus Mariota
  
  QB
  
  Oregon
  
  Given Andy Reid�s reputation for developing quarterbacks, Kansas City would be the ideal spot for Mariota to grow into a franchise player.
19. Jaelen Strong
  
  WR
  
  Arizona State
  
  The Browns need to upgrade the receiving corps to give Johnny Manziel any chance of succeeding as the franchise quarterback.
20. Kevin Johnson
  
  CB
  
  Wake Forest
  
  The Eagles need to shore up a secondary that surrendered too many big plays in the passing game.
21. Andrus Peat
  
  OT
  
  Stanford
  
  It�s time for the Bengals to think about grooming a replacement for Andrew Whitworth. Peat is a technical marvel with outstanding feet and agility.
22. Malcom Brown
  
  DT
  
  Texas
  
  The defense hasn�t been the same without Casey Hampton. Brown is a rugged defensive tackle capable of owning the middle of the line.
23. Michael Bennett
  
  DT
  
  Ohio St.
  
  With Ndamukong Suh set to hit the free-agent market, the Lions need to find a suitable replacement along the line.
24. Benardrick McKinney
  
  ILB
  
  Mississippi St.
  
  Replacing Larry Foote with a young, athletic tackling machine would keep the Cardinals� defense plugging along at a high level.
25. La'el Collins
  
  OT
  
  LSU
  
  It�s time for GM Dave Gettleman to upgrade the protection around Cam Newton.
26. Melvin Gordon
  
  RB
  
  Wisconsin
  
  Gordon is a one-cut runner with the speed, quickness and burst to thrive in the Ravens� zone-based running game.
27. Bud Dupree
  
  OLB
  
  Kentucky
  
  The Cowboys desperately need a legitimate pass rushing threat off the edge.
28. Devin Funchess
  
  WR
  
  Michigan
  
  The possible departures of Julius Thomas and Demaryius Thomas could lead John Elway to take the Michigan standout.
29. Dorial Green-Beckham
  
  WR
  
  Oklahoma
  
  Character concerns could make this a dicey pick, but Green-Beckham would give Andrew Luck a dynamic WR1 to target.
30. Jordan Phillips
  
  NT
  
  Oklahoma
  
  The Packers need to shore up their interior with a beefy playmaker like Phillips.
31. Arik Armstead
  
  DT
  
  Oregon
  
  Armstead is a solid edge player adept at the playing the run or pursuing the quarterback off the corner.
32. Todd Gurley
  
  RB
  
  Georgia
  
  The Seahawks could use a luxury pick on a Marshawn Lynch clone in Gurley. Although he could need a redshirt year to get fully healthy, the Georgia star could give Pete Carroll the power runner he covets to pound the ball between the tackles.
Daniel Jeremiah

Full Analysis

January 14, 2015
1. Jameis Winston
  
  QB
  
  Florida St.
  
  Winston has some immaturity issues, but he has ideal size, arm strength and touch. He�s ready to play Day 1.
2. Randy Gregory
  
  OLB
  
  Nebraska
  
  Gregory is tall, long and explosive. The Titans could take a QB here, but instead opt to add more punch to their pass rush .
3. Dante Fowler, Jr.
  
  OLB
  
  Florida
  
  Fowler has an explosive burst and strong hands and plays with fanatical effort. He�ll be a great fit for Gus Bradley�s defense.
4. Kevin White
  
  WR
  
  West Virginia
  
  The Raiders need to surround their young QB with weapons. White is a complete receiver, and his competitiveness is off the charts.
5. Leonard Williams
  
  DE
  
  USC
  
  The Redskins need help in several areas, and Williams would be a steal at this spot. He can dominate versus the run and pass.
6. Marcus Mariota
  
  QB
  
  Oregon
  
  A new regime usually means a new signal-caller. Mariota needs some time to develop, but he could be the answer to the Jets' QB woes.
7. Shane Ray
  
  DE
  
  Missouri
  
  Ray is a dynamic edge rusher, something the Bears desperately need.
8. Amari Cooper
  
  WR
  
  Alabama
  
  Roddy White isn�t getting any younger, and Cooper would be a perfect complement to Julio Jones. Roll Tide!
9. Danny Shelton
  
  NT
  
  Washington
  
  The Giants need to get stronger up front, and Shelton is a force vs. the run. He would slow the rushing attacks in Dallas and Philadelphia.
10. Trae Waynes
  
  CB
  
  Michigan St.
  
  It�s not a great year for CBs, but Waynes is intriguing. He has good size, speed and agility. His physical style will appeal to Jeff Fisher.
11. DeVante Parker
  
  WR
  
  Louisville
  
  This pick would reunite Parker with his former college quarterback, Teddy Bridgewater.
12. T.J. Clemmings
  
  OT
  
  Pittsburgh
  
  This class has depth at the tackle position but lacks elite prospects. Clemmings isn�t sexy, but he�ll be a solid Day 1 starter at RT.
13. Arik Armstead
  
  DT
  
  Oregon
  
  Armstead is similar in size to Calais Campbell and is a better player out of college. He would perfectly complement Junior Gallette and Cam Jordan.
14. Benardrick McKinney
  
  ILB
  
  Mississippi St.
  
  McKinney has the size to bang inside with linemen and plenty of speed/athleticism to make plays in coverage.
15. Malcom Brown
  
  DT
  
  Texas
  
  Justin Smith might�ve played his last NFL game, and Brown is a plug-and-play prospect. He has excellent strength at the point of attack.
16. Andrus Peat
  
  OT
  
  Stanford
  
  I was a bit disappointed after studying Peat, but he has excellent size, quick feet and football smarts. He�s young and should continue to develop.
17. Eddie Goldman
  
  DT
  
  Florida St.
  
  Goldman could play NT or DE in the Chargers defense. He is a powerful run defender and plays with high effort.
18. Dorial Green-Beckham
  
  WR
  
  Oklahoma
  
  Andy Reid isn�t afraid to take a chance on a player with off-field issues (Michael Vick). DGB has as much talent as any WR in the draft.
19. Devin Smith
  
  WR
  
  Ohio St.
  
  Smith should continue to climb as we head into the postseason. He has elite play speed, and the Browns need to get bigger at the position.
20. Landon Collins
  
  SS
  
  Alabama
  
  Collins would be a huge upgrade in Philadelphia, and his physical play style fits the NFC East.
21. Bud Dupree
  
  OLB
  
  Kentucky
  
  Dupree is a raw prospect, but he has big-time edge speed and double-digit sack potential.
22. Gerod Holliman
  
  FS
  
  Louisville
  
  The Steelers need to address the safety position, and Holliman is a ball magnet. He isn�t reliable in run support, but his playmaking ability might entice the Steelers to reach for him.
23. P.J. Williams
  
  CB
  
  Florida St.
  
  The Lions could upgrade the O-line, but there won�t be many good options at this spot. Williams is a physical CB and should be able to play right away.
24. Eli Harold
  
  OLB
  
  Virginia
  
  The Cardinals' secondary is loaded, but they need to add some talent/depth to their pass rush. Harold has good burst, quick hands and versatility.
25. Brandon Scherff
  
  OT
  
  Iowa
  
  Scherff is a mauling run blocker and would be a big upgrade in Carolina.
26. Devin Funchess
  
  WR
  
  Michigan
  
  Steve Smith is not going to play much longer. Some evaluators like Funchess as a tight end, but I prefer him on the outside, where he can use his size/strength to overpower defenders.
27. Melvin Gordon
  
  RB
  
  Wisconsin
  
  The Cowboys have a big decision to make about re-signing DeMarco Murray. Gordon would be a nice fallback plan.
28. La'el Collins
  
  OT
  
  LSU
  
  Collins is a very physical run blocker, and some of his issues in pass protection would be covered up with the move from tackle to guard.
29. Vic Beasley
  
  OLB
  
  Clemson
  
  The Colts would spark their rush by using Beasley on passing downs until he gets physically strong enough to play on early downs. He has an ideal mentor in Robert Mathis.
30. Denzel Perryman
  
  ILB
  
  Miami
  
  Perryman would be a great fit and give the Packers' inside linebackers much-needed youth and athleticism.
31. Todd Gurley
  
  RB
  
  Georgia
  
  Bill Belichick isn�t afraid to buck the trend. Devaluing the running back position? Not when it comes to a player like Gurley.
32. Preston Smith
  
  DE
  
  Mississippi St.
  
  Smith is a versatile defensive lineman and plays with great effort, leverage and quickness.

Draft season is here

Mock Draft Round 1

Bucky Brooks

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