Don’t fret Chargers, Titans and Browns fans! You may not be winning football games, but you certainly have a leg up in the race for the No. 1 overall pick in 2016’s NFL Draft. You have to take what you can get, right?

The NFL Draft has become a nice appetizer before our main course in September. A mock version of said draft is meant to educate, and even entertain. At very least, it helps you pass the time.

What follows is an early attempt at figuring out the best players available in this season’s draft class, and which teams they’d match up well with. Draft order is courtesy of nfl.com.

Here’s an updated version of my 2016 NFL Mock Draft:


FIRST ROUND

1. San Diego (2-8) – Laremy Tunsil, OT, Ole Miss, Jr.

The last time the Chargers picked this high, they ended up swinging a trade for Philip Rivers. This time around they can draft someone who will help keep him upright for the rest of his career. Revamping the offensive line – and defensive line while they are at it -- should be a priority this offseason. Tunsil has the feet, quickness and agility to be a star at left tackle in the NFL. At 21 years old, he has unlimited upside. You don’t see offensive linemen with his natural skill set in every draft. He’s the definition of NFL-ready. Top needs: OL, DL, DB

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2. Tennessee (2-8) – Robert Nkemdiche, DT, Ole Miss, Jr.


The nation’s top recruit in 2013 has lived up to all the billing, in large part, due to his speed-to-power conversion and quickness off the ball. Nkemdiche is a super-athlete for an interior defensive lineman. It is nothing for him to split a gap and destroy an offensive coordinator’s best intentions. He’d be a real asset to an improving defense. Top needs: DT, S, LB

3. Cleveland (2-8) – Joey Bosa, DE, Ohio St., Jr.

Do the Browns take best player available or best quarterback available? It looks like Johnny Manziel has partied his way out of a starting job, so they will definitely need a QB at some point. I’m not sold on there being an “Andrew Luck” in this crop of prospects. Bosa has the physical gifts and instincts to make an impact right away. Top needs: WR, DE, QB

4. Baltimore (3-7) – Jalen Ramsey, DB, Florida St., Jr.


Ramsey is a playmaker who can play either cornerback or safety at the next level. Ravens’ GM Ozzie Newsome finally finds a replacement for future Hall of Famer Ed Reed. Top needs: OLB, WR, S

5. Dallas (3-7) – Myles Jack, OLB, UCLA, Jr.

The Cowboys defense has certainly improved this season, but a playmaker like Jack could elevate them even further. There’s also a real need considering the futures of Rolando McClain (free agent) and Sean Lee (injuries) are in doubt. As long as his rehab goes well, Jack will hear his name called in primetime during the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft, much like Todd Gurley the year before. Top needs: LB, QB, DT

6. San Francisco (3-7) – Paxton Lynch, QB, Memphis, Jr.


It’s likely the 49ers will move on from Colin Kaepernick after the season. Once again, I’m not really enamored with any of the QB prospects, but each of them has an elite quality and potential which could be developed at the next level. For Lynch, it is his NFL size, arm strength and surprising athleticism. Top needs: QB, RT, WR

7. Detroit (3-7) – Ronnie Stanley, OT, Notre Dame, Jr.

Riley Reiff can’t continue at left tackle. He’s better off on the right side of the line or potentially inside at guard. Stanley’s talent would have made him a Top 10 selection in 2015. Top needs: OT, CB, DL

8. Miami (4-6) – Jaylon Smith, OLB, Notre Dame, Jr.


The Dolphins currently have one linebacker who can play all three downs. Smith is a special athlete for the position who is equally adept at dropping into coverage or blitzing the quarterback. Top needs: OL, CB, LB

9. Oakland (4-6) – Vernon Hargreaves III, CB, Florida, Jr.

The Raiders continue to stockpile elite talent. Khalil Mack, Amari Cooper and now Hargreaves. He is a pro-ready shutdown corner, and the best player at his position since Patrick Peterson in 2011. Top needs: OL, S, CB

10. St. Louis (4-6) – Laquon Treadwell, WR, Ole Miss, Jr.


Treadwell has recovered nicely from last season’s gruesome leg injury. His potential at the next level? Think a middle class Dez Bryant or Julio Jones. Precisely what the Rams offense needs to compete against the Richard Shermans and Patrick Petersons of the NFC West. Top needs: WR, C, DE

11. Philadelphia (4-6) – Shaq Lawson, DE, Clemson, Jr.

Lawson’s performance against Notre Dame has helped catapult him into the first-round discussion. The Lombardi Award finalist – given to the country’s top lineman or linebacker – made seven tackles, including 3.5 for a loss, mostly against future top 10 pick Ronnie Stanley. Top needs: OL, pass rusher, CB

12. New Orleans (4-6) – Andrew Billings, DT, Baylor, Jr.


The Saints defense is simply awful. Billings has already stated he would return to Baylor for his senior season. His mind could change if his stock continues to rise. Top needs: WR, OL, pass rusher

13. Chicago (4-6) – Leonard Floyd, OLB, Georgia, Jr.

Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio needs playmakers off the edge for his system to flourish. Floyd could be this draft class’ best pure pass rusher. Top needs: pass rusher, CB, OG

14. Jacksonville (4-6) – Mackensie Alexander, CB, Clemson, So.


The Jaguars have improved, but have yet to find a lock-down cornerback during their rebuilding process. If Alexander has allowed a reception this season, I haven’t witnessed it. He talks like an elite NFL-ready cornerback too, already declaring himself the best at his position in the nation. Top needs: CB, DL, OL

15. Washington (4-6) – Kenny Clark, DT, UCLA, Jr.

Washington is surrendering 136 yards per game on the ground, currently 30th in the NFL. Clark is the best run defender at the collegiate level. This is a perfect match. Top needs: QB, CB, LB

16. Tampa Bay (5-5) – DeForest Buckner, DE, Oregon, Sr.


Oregon’s fall from grace earlier this season didn’t hurt Buckner’s draft stock. He is equally adept at stuffing run lanes and harassing quarterbacks thanks to his great strength and surprising agility. Top needs: OT, DE, DB

17. N.Y. Jets (5-5) – Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Ohio St., Jr.

Chris Ivory has been productive, but he isn’t a long term solution at tailback. There’s no doubt Elliott will be the first running back taken – assuming Leonard Fournette doesn’t sue the NFL. Top needs: OT, pass rusher, TE

18. Seattle (5-5) – Taylor Decker, OT, Ohio St., Sr.


The Seahawks offensive line has been mediocre at best the last few seasons. Despite his height - he’s 6-foot-7 - Decker moves quite well and plays with great balance in the run game. Top needs: OT, DL, WR

19. Houston (5-5) – Jared Goff, QB, California, Jr.

Brian Hoyer has played well, but it’s hard to trust he keeps it up or stays healthy. Goff has answered some of the questions about his arm strength this season, but the main reason he’s a first-round talent is his accuracy and ball placement. Top needs: QB, LB, RB

20. Buffalo (5-5) – Reggie Ragland, ILB, Alabama, Sr.


The Bills land an every down enforcer who is rarely out of position. Ragland is capable of transforming a defense with his leadership and fits a position of need. Top needs: QB, FS, LB

21. Kansas City (5-5) – Jack Conklin, OT, Michigan St., Jr.

Conklin isn’t about flash. He simply doesn’t make mistakes, and the Chiefs could use that skill set on their offensive line. Top needs: OT, DE, WR

22. Atlanta (6-4) – Corey Coleman, WR, Baylor, Jr.


Coleman would be a perfect replacement when Roddy White rides off into the sunset. Many consider him the best deep threat in the nation. It’s hard to argue. Top needs: WR, OLB, ILB

23. Pittsburgh (6-4) – Tre’Davious White, CB, LSU, Jr.

Good size? Check. High-end athleticism? Check. Superior toughness? Check. Sounds like potential shutdown cornerback to me. Top needs: OL, DB, TE

24. Minnesota (7-3) – Michael Thomas, WR, Ohio St., Jr.


Thomas has proven he can make plays across the middle while utilizing his deceptive speed. He’d be a perfect complement to rookie sensation Stefon Diggs. Top needs: pass rusher, OG, WR

25. N.Y. Giants (5-5) – Emmanuel Ogbah, DE, Oklahoma St., Jr.

The Giants compete for Super Bowls when they have a pass rush, which they haven’t had in a few seasons. Ogbah scored 11 sacks as a sophomore because of his freakish athleticism. He has 12 this season even though he’s been a focus of opposing offenses’ blocking schemes. Top needs: SS, OL, LB

26. Indianapolis (5-5) – Germain Ifedi, OT, Texas A&M, Jr.


The Colts will go as far as Andrew Luck takes them, which won’t be very far if he’s constantly on his back. This pick would make it four straight seasons an Aggie offensive lineman was selected in the first round. Ifedi has experience at left guard, right tackle and left tackle and possesses the size and agility to maintain his versatility at the next level. Top needs: OL, pass rusher, CB

27. Green Bay (7-3) – A’Shawn Robinson, DT, Alabama, Jr.

B.J. Raji isn’t getting any younger. This giant is faster than a human being his size should be. His versatility fits the Packers’ scheme as well. Top needs: pass rusher, NT, SS

28. Arizona (8-2) – Jonathan Allen, DE, Alabama, Jr.


The Cardinals defensive line has aged and could use a youth movement. This season, Allen has provided steady pass rush and quality run defense for the Crimson Tide. He has 25 tackles with 11.5 for a loss, including nine sacks. Top needs: DE, ILB, C

29. Denver (8-2) – Derrick Henry, RB, Alabama, Jr.

John Elway has already built a dominant defense. Couple that with a Henry-led power running game, and all of a sudden you have a vision of what the post-Peyton Manning world looks like. Top needs: RB, OL, DL

30. Cincinnati (8-2) – Jonathan Bullard, DE, Florida, Sr.


Depth on the defensive line is always a concern for the Bengals. Bullard is a classic two-gap run-stuffer with size, physicality and a blue-collar playing style. Top needs: WR, C, DL

31. Carolina (10-0) – Josh Doctson, WR, TCU, Sr.

Ted Ginn, Jr. is not the answer, and Kelvin Benjamin will need someone to take the pressure off once he returns from injury next season. I still have questions about Devin Funchess. Cam Newton needs more weapons. Doctson is big and strong with special ball skills. He doesn’t possess elite speed, which is why he’s available here. Top needs: OT, WR, S

NOTE: New England was stripped of a first round pick in the 2016 draft for the team’s role in the deflated footballs scandal.