2011 NFL Mock Draft
Updated: August 29th, 2010
1. Buffalo Bills
Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford
Andrew Luck still has a lot to prove, but Trent Edwards has already proven that he is not the Bills’ savior at the QB position. Luck, an effortless thrower of the ball, would finally give the Bills their QB of the future. We doubt that Luck will declare, but he is a 1st-round lock if he does. The 2011 NFL Draft QB class isn’t incredibly strong, but NFL teams will continue to reach for their potential franchise player.
2. Tampa Bay Bucs
AJ Green, WR, Georgia
Extremely talented receiver that we feel is at the top of the outstanding wide receiver class in this 2011 NFL Mock Draft. Josh Freeman, and all Bucs fans, will adore him.
3. St. Louis Rams
Robert Quinn, DE, North Carolina
Even though many 2011 NFL Mock Drafts have Quinn in the top 5, including ours, we think that he still has a bit to prove position-wise. Is he an undersized DE or an OLB convert? Either way, Quinn is an amazing talent that will be selected near the top of the 2011 NFL Draft.
4. Seattle Seahawks
Jake Locker, QB, Washington
Locker would hope to go quite high in the 2011 NFL Draft, as he passed on being a probable high-pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. The Seahawks QB situation is in flux, as Charlie Whitehurst is an unproven commodity and Matt Hasselbeck is on the decline. Locker is a local boy that can bring another facet to the Seahawks offense.
5. Carolina Panthers
Adrian Clayborn, DE, Iowa
Clayborn is a beast that can play in the 3-4 or 4-3, and consistently gets to the quarterback when called upon. Also loves to rack up TFL’s against running backs.
6. Cleveland Browns
Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama
I think that we are all well aware of the Heisman Trophy winner’s resume. If the Browns need a RB, Ingram might be the man here.
7. New England Patriots (From Oakland)
Allen Bailey, DL, Miami
Quick DL that can get to the quarterback with ease. Dare I say that he reminds you at times of a young Warren Sapp? Will be a very good defensive tackle or two-gap DE in the NFL.
8. Chicago Bears
Michael Floyd, WR, Notre Dame
Cutler needs weapons in the WR corp to keep the heat off the running game. Floyd is the skilled receiver that will give Cutler the boost that he requires.
9. Washington Redskins
Julio Jones, WR, Alabama
This group of WR’s is just insane. Jones’ stock has dropped a bit, but his freak build and skills are tough to look past. With Donovan McNabb having a short window in DC, he needs weapons fast.
10. Detroit Lions
Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
The Lions have lacked a shutdown corner since… well, almost forever. Peterson is a natural talent that will vastly improve the Lions defense.
11. Kansas City Chiefs
Travis Lewis, OLB, Oklahoma
The Chiefs need some playmakers in the front seven to complement Eric Berry, Brandon Flowers and crew in the backfield.
12. Houston Texans
Anthony Costanzo, OT, Boston College
Costanzo is a great prospect that will upgrade the Texans line, allowing some holes to form for their promising running game.
13. Arizona Cardinals
Cameron Heyward, DL, Ohio State
Heyward could play as an undersized 4-3 DT, while also being successful at the 5-technique or 4-3 DE.
14. Tennessee Titans
Stephen Paea, DT, Oregon State
Stout defensive lineman that has tons of upside. Plays the pass and run well – some additional experience could make him a true force.
15. Pittsburgh Steelers
Matt Reynolds, OT, BYU
The Steelers’ tackle depth is nearly non-existent. The injury to Willie Colon has really exposed this unit.
16. Jacksonville Jaguars
Jerrell Powe, DT, Ole Miss
You can’t teach “huge”. John Henderson and Mr. Stroud aren’t walking through that door any time soon.
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