Team Player Position Height Weight Class

21. Cincinnati Bengals

Jonathan Cyprien, Florida International

S 6'0 1/4

217 Sr.

This pick has typically been a linebacker like Arthur Brown of Kansas State. But the Bengals brought back Rey Maualuga, which might take linebacker out of the discussion in the first round. Right tackle D.J. Fluker has also been a popular choice for Cincinnati, but Andre Smith remains a free agent and is running out of places to sign. So lets assume that Smith returns to the Bengals. If he does, that opens Cincinnati to go after whoever they think is the best safety left on the board. Cyprien would fit nicely next to Reggie Nelson.

22. St. Louis Rams

Eddie Lacy, Alabama

RB 5'11 231 Jr.

The Rams are in a tough spot with their second first-round pick. After addressing wide receiver at No. 16, both of the top safeties and guards are off the board. Instead of reaching for a safety, the Rams grab the best running back on the board to help replace Steven Jackson. The NFL Draft has never seen a first round without a running back.

23. Minnesota Vikings

Arthur Brown, Kansas State

LB 6'1 231 Sr.



The Vikings need young athleticism on defense and Brown is the most athletic linebacker in the draft. He’s a run and tackle linebacker who can truly play sideline to sideline. He’s an upgrade over Tyrone McKenzie, though the Vikings will likely consider players like Alec Ogletree or Manti Te’o as well. Adding a good defensive tackle should be a priority in this draft as well, but they can sit on the position for a round or two. Arthur Brown scouting report

24. Indianapolis Colts

Damontre Moore, Texas A&M

DE/OLB 6'4 1/2

250 Jr.

The Colts were active in free agency, filling a ton of needs and spending all of Jim Irsay’s money. While Indianapolis signed a rush linebacker, the team could use another talent at that spot. Damontre Moore falls in this version of the mock draft, which is a nice value for the Colts.

25. Minnesota Vikings

DeAndre Hopkins, Clemson

WR 6'1

214 Jr.

The Vikings did just sign Greg Jennings to a big-money contract, but it shouldn’t stop them from adding more talent to the wide receiver corps. Although he may not be the first wide receiver off the board, he’s our best pass catcher in the 2013 NFL Draft. He profiles as a Roddy White-type who can get himself open on the outside. That aspect of his game could be important for the development of quarterback Christian Ponder.

We don’t like Bjoern Werner much as a linebacker, but the fact is teams have asked him about making the switch. The Packers need to find a way to get after the quarterback outside of Clay Matthews. Nick Perry was drafted a year ago but spent his rookie season injured. This is a value pick for the Packers. Bjoern Werner scouting report

27. Houston Texans

Alec Ogletree, Georgia MLB 6'2 1/2

242 Jr.

Other than Ed Reed, the Texans have been relatively quiet in free agency. While Brooks Reed is likely to get moved to the inside, a player like Ogletree can stay on the outside. Ogletree may have some character concerns, but there are no questions about his athleticism and playmaking ability. He’s a fluid linebacker adept at dropping in coverage. That would allow Brian Cushing to pay more attention to the run and blitzing.

28. Denver Broncos

Tank Carradine, Florida State

DE 6'4 1/4

276 Sr.

After the Elvis Dumervil fiasco, the Broncos could be in the market for a defensive end. For a team with as strong a roster as Denver’s, Tank Carradine would make a ton of sense. He may not be back to full strength at the beginning of the season after tearing his ACL in November, but the upside he presents at the defensive end spot is higher than any player in this class. If he’s healthy by mid-season, the rest of the league will be kicking itself. Tank Carradine scouting report

The Patriots may have added Danny Amendola to replace Wes Welker, but the team created a hole by releasing Brandon Lloyd. Patterson is a superb athlete with potential. Remember what Randy Moss did in New England’s offense? Patterson could be that same type of deep threat. He can also help fill in on return teams and give Bill Belichick a gadget player. Cordarrelle Patterson scouting report

30. Atlanta Falcons

Datone Jones, UCLA

DE 6'3 7/8

283 Sr.



The Falcons have been trying to bolster the pass rush for years. While they are closing in on free agents at defensive end, a young talent at the position is needed. Datone Jones can play all over the defensive line and make an impact right away.

31. San Francisco 49ers

Jesse Williams, Alabama

DT 6'3 3/8

323 Sr.

After losing Isaac Sopoaga in free agency, the 49ers have a hole in the middle of their defense. Ian Williams is a solid player, but more of a backup. If they happen to keep this pick, San Francisco has its pick of nose tackles with Williams and John Jenkins of Georgia. While we’ve often considered a safety or defensive end for San Francisco, the value of Williams here is too good to pass up. Jesse Williams scouting report

32. Baltimore Ravens

Keenan Allen, California

WR 6'2 206 Jr.