SI's 2013 NFL Mock Draft

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11. St. Louis Rams (via Washington Redskins) -- Jonathan Banks, CB, Mississippi State

The Rams turn one of their picks from the Robert Griffin III trade with the Redskins into a productive cornerback. Banks reportedly got a fourth-round grade from the NFL Draft advisory board and decided to return to Starkville. But the advisory board is notoriously stingy. He's a better prospect than that. Banks has had plenty of big plays at Mississippi State, including two pick-6s off Tim Tebow in one game.

12. Buffalo Bills -- Chris Faulk, OT, LSU

The Bills focused more on the defensive side of the ball this offseason and will return to building the offense and protecting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick by picking this big-time tackle prospect.

13. San Diego Chargers-- Keenan Allen, WR, California

The Cal receiver missed spring practice after having ankle surgery, but if he can stay healthy he has the size and explosiveness to be the second receiver taken. Allen got off to a great start last season, but fell off because of quarterback problems at Cal. The Bears' passing game will improve this year and Allen will shine.

14. Tennessee Titans -- Justin Gilbert, CB, Oklahoma State

Gilbert hasn't really come on to most people's radar yet as a cornerback, even though many recognize his outstanding return skills. The former high school quarterback and track star could turn develop into a very good cover man. He's already intercepted passes from Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III and Ryan Tannehill.

15. Detroit Lions -- Marcus Lattimore, RB, S. Carolina

Even as teams have de-emphasized drafting running backs high in recent years, three went in the first round this year. If healthy, Lattimore will have the same kind of production Trent Richardson had last season.

16. Dallas Cowboys -- Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M

The Texas A&M lineman is Hall of Famer Bruce Matthews' son, and bloodlines matter to the NFL. The Cowboys are still trying to put together a complete offensive line.

17. Denver Broncos -- Alex Okafor, DE, Texas

The Broncos will jump on the tall, athletic defender. Okafor's linemate Jackson Jeffcoat will also get a lot of attention, but he's just a junior, and Mack Brown finds a way to get his players to stay through their senior year.

18. Cincinnati Bengals -- Justin Hunter, WR, Tennessee

The Vols receiver tore his ACL in the third game of last season, but is expected to make a full return this season. He averaged over 15 yards per catch in the two games he did play and reminds some people of Randy Moss.

19. Arizona Cardinals -- Brandon Jenkins, OLB, Florida State

Jenkins fits the mold of slightly undersized but very athletic 3-4 pass rushers who move up on draft day, like No. 15 overall pick Bruce Irvin out of West Virginia.

20. NY Giants -- Ricky Wagner, OT, Wisconsin

The Giants go best player available and continue to rework their line with the next breakout offensive line star from Wisconsin.

 

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21. NY Jets -- Johnathan Hankins, DT, Ohio State

The Jets have done a lot of work bolstering their defensive line. They know Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is bothered by pressure up the middle and may try to get a potential star at nose tackle.

22. Atlanta Falcons -- William Gholston, DE, Michigan State

Teams may have character concerns about Gholston, but they won't doubt his athleticism. At 6-7, 280 pounds, Gholston wanted to play linebacker at Michigan State and probably had the skills to do it. Gholston was suspended last season for unsportsmanlike conduct in a win over Michigan. That anger can work if Gholston channels it toward quarterbacks.

23. Kansas City Chiefs -- Landry Jones, QB, Oklahoma

Jones struggled at the end of last season and probably hurt his chances of being a top pick in this year's draft. If he can return to his 2010 form, however, he has the size to get back in the good graces of NFL teams, who are always eager to take a chance on tall gunslingers.The Chiefs could also look at Virginia Tech quarterback Logan Thomas, who often gets compared to Cam Newton as a potential breakout star.

24. New Orleans Saints -- Barkevious Mingo, DE/OLB, LSU

Mingo had eight sacks and 13.5 tackles for loss last season, and the Saints will find a way to fit him into their scheme as they rebuild that defense.

25. Baltimore Ravens -- Ray-Ray Armstrong, S, Miami

The 6-4, 215-pound Miami safety served an NCAA suspension for taking benefits from booster Nevin Shapiro, but enough time will have passed for NFL teams to overlook that part of his past. Perhaps the Ravens' famous Miami alums can help management see Armstrong's value.

26. San Francisco 49ers -- D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama

The 6-6, 335-pound right tackle already projects as a fantastic run-blocker. Now he has to prove he can be an effective all-around tackle. If he does, he could shoot up much higher.

27. Houston Texans -- Terrence Williams, WR, Baylor

A taller version of Kendall Wright. He won't have Robert Griffin III throwing him the ball, but Baylor will still move the chains in the defensively challenged Big 12.

28. Chicago Bears -- Cyril Richardson, OT, Baylor

Baylor has produced two first-rounders on the offensive line over the last three years -- Jason Smith and Danny Watkins -- and Richardson could be better than both of them.

29. New England Patriots -- Star Lotulelei, NT, Utah

Vince Wilfork will turn 31 this season and he's already playing more defensive end and defensive tackle. The Patriots will get tougher against the run with the productive Lotulelei.

30. Philadelphia Eagles -- Eric Reid, S, LSU

The Eagles have been searching for an answer at safety since Brian Dawkins left. Reid has had some big plays at LSU, including a game-saving interception in the Tigers' regular-season win over Alabama.

31. Pittsburgh Steelers -- John Jenkins, DT, Georgia

Scouts can't help but notice the massive Jenkins when they check out Jarvis Jones. The Steelers did draft Washington nose tackle Alameda Ta'amu in the fourth round of this year's draft, but there's no guarantee they've found Casey Hampton's successor yet.

32. Green Bay Packers -- Sean Porter, OLB, Texas A&M

Porter had 17 tackles for a loss and 9 ½ sacks, and broke up four passes last season. He's 6-2, 235 pounds and would fit in well in the Packers' scheme. Porter will blow up at the Combine thanks to his physical prowess.

 

[af.r.i.c.a.]

Keenan Allen is the best WR in the draft and will be a problem in the NFL

 

[Co_Town_Michael]

27. Houston Texans -- Terrence Williams, WR, Baylor

A taller version of Kendall Wright. He won't have Robert Griffin III throwing him the ball, but Baylor will still move the chains in the defensively challenged Big 12.

Nah nigga.

T. Will ain't even the best WR on the roster.

How is he a first-rounder?

Lanear Sampson and Tevin Reese >>>>>>

 

[caddo man]

4 first rounder. It will be five if TM7 comes out early. I dont think he will though! he is a nickel back at best in the NFL. Brent Grimes is not the norm but TM7 isnt normal!

 

[TheBossman]

so they got the eagles in the NFC championship game?.....................

 

[Datdude87]

a green bay/steelers rematch?...oh...

 

[detcatinva]

they got the lions drafting 15? cmon now

 

[caddo man]

Saints making the playoffs at least. LOL!

 

[infamous114]

I see a Cane up there...I remember Randy Shannon saying Ray Ray Armstrong was supposed to be the next Sean Taylor SMH....and he's been disappointing in his time at the U

 

[Olorun22]

They got one for 2015? Shit the draft just got done...damn let a nigga think about what this draft gonna do first

 

[Idiopathic Joker]

Yea

Matt Barkley going #1

 

[mr.jamrock]

I see some seminoles up there finally. but where is greg reid?

 

[CottonCitySlim]

Gotta let the 2012 ncaa season play out first damn...

 

[_Menace_]

They got Oakland twisted.

Really number 4? and getting a QB?

this team is stacked with talent and ready to go.

SMH Si will always hate Oakland

 

[_Menace_]

So they have Greenbay and Pit in the ship?

Word...they werent there last year

 

[caddo man]

So they have Greenbay and Pit in the ship?

Word...they werent there last year

I think it goes by playoff seeding. Dont hold me to that though!

And best believe the Saints will take Eric Reid instead of Mingo. Mingo is a first round talent but......

Cam Jordan and the kid from Pitt will hold down the DEs.

 

[KINGOFDAARCADE]

Mock Drafts are pretty useless until the Combine comes around.

Look at Vontaze Burfict. Last year he was a sure fire 1st rounder. Then he ends up undrafted.

 

[Matt-]

a mock draft on may 2nd for 2013?

i don't want to live in this world

 

[smittysmith]

Tyler Wilson ain't better than Barkley and I see him falling slightly off his efficiency with the coaching changes. Eric Reid may have a chance to up his stock, he has the potential to be at least a top 15 pick.

TM7 will be a hybrid guy at the next level, he'll be a success if the system allows him to roam and he can be very good FS but he has to sure up his tackling a bit, he tends to go duck city in some cases.

Mingo and Big Sam are prototypical 3-4 OLB's at the next level. There have been guys with their weight that have had success or guys like Osi, J Taylor, etc though.