Complete Three-Round NFL Mock Draft
By Dan Dahlke
South Carolina Gamecocks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (7). Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports
With the 2014 NFL Draft only a little over a month away, fellow Lombardi Ave writer, Kyle Fellows, and I decided to collaborate and come up with a complete three-round mock draft.
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Round 1
1. Houston Texans – Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina (Kyle)
There have been reports that say the Texans believe Clowney has the ability to redefine the defensive end position. That is high praise.
2. St. Louis Rams – Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M (Dan)
The Rams desperately need to improve their offensive line, and Matthews is the top left tackle prospect in the draft. This one is a no brainer.
3. Jacksonville Jaguars – Khalil Mack, OLB, Buffalo (Kyle)
Jacksonville has recently indicated that they would be content with Chad Henne as their week 1 starter. Mack provides a big piece in their attempt to rebuild the defense.
4. Cleveland Browns – Blake Bortles, QB, UCF (Dan)
The Browns get their pick of the litter at quarterback, and Bortles’ potential allows him to win out over other players at the position.
5. Oakland Raiders – Sammy Watkins, WR, Clemson (Kyle)
Pairing Sammy Watkins with James Jones would give Oakland a legitimate pair of offensive weapons.
6. Atlanta Falcons – Greg Robinson, OT, Auburn (Dan)
Atlanta needs to do a better job of protecting Matt Ryan. Robinson is a gritty offensive tackle who can excel as a both a run and pass blocker.
7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA (Kyle)
Anthony Barr gives Tampa Bay another playmaker in Lovie Smith’s overhauled defense.
8. Minnesota Vikings – Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville (Dan)
Minnesota couldn’t ask for better fortune than for a top quarterback prospect to fall in their laps with the eighth overall pick.
9. Buffalo Bills – Mike Evans, WR, Texas A&M (Kyle)
E.J. Manuel needs playmakers on offense. Mike Evans is a huge playmaker and would be a great addition.
10. Detroit Lions – Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State (Dan)
Detroit’s secondary really needs an upgrade. Gilbert is an excellent cover corner with great ball skills.