Despite owning identical 3-12 records, opponents winning percentage is what separates the Titans (.493) and Browns (.529) for the top spot in next April’s NFL Draft.

Tennessee will be on the clock if both teams lose this weekend. There isn’t a universally accepted player to be chosen with the first pick. Ohio State defensive end Joey Bosa, Ole Miss tackle Laremy Tunsil and even a quarterback could conceivably be taken first overall depending on who is making the selection.

The NFL Draft has become a nice appetizer before our main course in September when football returns. 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, now through two rounds:

FIRST ROUND

1. Tennessee (3-12) – Laremy Tunsil, OT, Ole Miss, Jr.

The Titans have a glaring weakness at right tackle, which is a bad thing when you’ve finally found your franchise quarterback. Tunsil is talented enough to force former first round pick and current left tackle Taylor Lewan to fill the hole on the right side. He has the feet, quickness and agility to be a star right away. Top needs: DT, S, OT


2. Cleveland (3-12) – Joey Bosa, DE, Ohio St., Jr.

Do the Browns take best player available or best quarterback available? It looks like Johnny Manziel may have partied his way out of a starting job. I’m not sold on there being an “Andrew Luck” in this crop of prospects so it might be wise to pass on a signal caller this early. Bosa has the physical gifts and instincts to make an impact right away. Top needs: WR, DE, QB

3. San Diego (4-11) – Ronnie Stanley, OT, Notre Dame, Jr.

Even if the Chargers offensive line were indestructible, which they are clearly not, an influx of talent wouldn’t hurt. Stanley could have easily been a Top 10 selection last draft. He steps in as the starting right tackle day one, and would eventually transition into Philip Rivers’ blindside protector. His match-up against Bosa will likely be the highlight of the college bowl season. Top needs: OL, DL, WR


4. Dallas (4-11) – Jaylon Smith, OLB, Notre Dame, Jr.

The Cowboys defense has certainly improved this season, but a play-maker like Smith 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. The first team AP All-American is a special athlete for the position who is equally adept at dropping into coverage, against the run or rushing the passer. Top needs: LB, QB, DT

5. San Francisco (4-11) – Laquon Treadwell, WR, Ole Miss, Jr.

It’s likely the 49ers will move on from Colin Kaepernick after the season, and Blaine Gabbert is definitely not the answer. I’m not sure one of the top quarterback prospects is either. At least not with a price tag this steep. 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 and Anquan Boldin can’t play forever. Top needs: QB, RT, WR


6. Miami (5-10) – Myles Jack, OLB, UCLA, Jr.

The Dolphins currently have one linebacker who can play all three downs. According to Pro Football Focus, Jack was the top-graded linebacker in coverage in 2014 while playing the third-most snaps in the country with 1,109. As long as his rehab goes well, he will hear his name called early in prime time during the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft, much like Todd Gurley the year before. Top needs: OL, CB, LB

7. Jacksonville (5-10) – Vernon Hargreaves III, CB, Florida, Jr.

Hargreaves is a pro-ready shutdown corner, and the best player at his position since Patrick Peterson in 2011. Top needs: CB, DL, OL


8. Baltimore (5-10) – Jalen Ramsey, DB, Florida St., Jr.

It’s rare for the Ravens to be drafting this early. GM Ozzie Newsome makes it count by finally finding his replacement for future Hall of Famer Ed Reed. Ramsey is a play-maker who can play either cornerback or safety at the next level. Top needs: OLB, WR, S

9. Tampa Bay (6-9) – DeForest Buckner, DE, Oregon, Sr.

Like Bosa, Buckner can play the run and rush the passer. He finished the regular season with 11 sacks, 14 hits and 39 hurries on the quarterback. He’d fit Lovie Smith’s system perfectly. Top needs: OT, DE, DB


10. N.Y. Giants (6-9) – Emmanuel Ogbah, DE, Oklahoma St., Jr.

The Giants compete for championships when they feature a dominant pass rush. Ogbah scored 11 sacks as a sophomore because of his freakish athleticism. He has 13 this season even though he’s been a focus of opposing offenses’ blocking schemes. Top needs: SS, OL, pass rusher

11. New Orleans (6-9) – Robert Nkemdiche, DT, Ole Miss, Jr.

The Saints defense is simply awful. The nation’s top recruit in 2013 is only available because of recent off-the-field issues. He reminds me of a slightly less polished version of Leonard Williams, the Jets first round pick from a year ago. Top needs: WR, OL, pass rusher


12. Philadelphia (6-9) – Paxton Lynch, QB, Memphis, Jr.

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. Of course, we’ll know more once the Eagles hire a new coach in the off-season. Top needs: OL, pass rusher, DB

13. Detroit (6-9) – Taylor Decker, OT, Ohio St., Sr.

Riley Reiff can’t continue at left tackle. He’s better off on the right side of the line or potentially inside at guard. Despite his height – he’s 6-foot-7 – Decker moves quite well and plays with great balance in the run game. He’d be a massive upgrade. Top needs: OT, CB, DL


14. Chicago (6-9) – Mackensie Alexander, CB, Clemson, So.

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: pass rusher, CB, OG

15. Buffalo (7-8) – 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


16. Oakland (7-8) – Jack Conklin, OT, Michigan St., Jr.

Conklin isn’t about flash. He simply doesn’t make mistakes -- a trait the Raiders offensive line could definitely use. Top needs: OL, S, CB

17. Indianapolis (7-8) – Leonard Floyd, OLB, Georgia, Jr.

Floyd could be this draft class’ best pure pass rusher and he certainly fits a need for the Colts. Top needs: OL, pass rusher, CB


18. St. Louis (7-8) – Jared Goff, QB, California, Jr.

The Rams are another team in desperate need of a QB. Goff has his flaws, but he’s an effective downfield passer who has performed well under pressure, especially against the blitz. Top needs: WR, C, QB

19. Atlanta (8-7) – Corey Coleman, WR, Baylor, Jr.

The Falcons have become a one dimensional passing game with no one opposite Julio Jones who strikes fear in opposing defensive coordinators. Many consider Coleman the best deep threat in the nation. It’s hard to argue. Top needs: WR, OLB, ILB


20. Pittsburgh (9-6) – 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

21. Seattle (9-6) – A’Shawn Robinson, DT, Alabama, Jr.

The Seahawks collect defensive lineman the way I collected baseball cards when I was a kid. Robinson is capable of owning the line of scrimmage against the run. There’s room for growth as a pass rusher if he gets the opportunity at the next level. Regardless, Pete Carroll will value his versatility. Top needs: OT, DL, WR


22. N.Y. Jets (10-5) – Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Ohio St., Jr.

There’s little doubt Elliott will be the first running back taken – assuming Leonard Fournette doesn’t sue the NFL. He brings big-play ability, is an effective receiver out of the backfield and has proven to be outstanding in pass protection. Top needs: OT, pass rusher, TE

23. Kansas City (10-5) – Jonathan Bullard, DE, Florida, Sr.

Bullard is a classic two-gap run-stuffer with size, physicality and a blue-collar playing style that would be a huge upgrade on the Chiefs’ defensive line. Top needs: OT, DE, WR


24. Minnesota (10-5) – Andrew Billings, DT, Baylor, Jr.

The Vikings are close to fielding a dominant defense. They are only missing an anchor in the middle. 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: DE, OG, WR

25. Washington (8-7) – Kenny Clark, DT, UCLA, Jr.

Washington is surrendering 124 yards per game on the ground, currently 26th in the NFL. Clark is the best run defender at the collegiate level. This is a perfect match. Top needs: QB, CB, LB


26. Houston (8-7) – Connor Cook, QB, Michigan St., Sr.

Bill O’Brien has somehow made it work without a franchise quarterback so far. Cook isn’t perfect, but he has the physical traits ideally suited for the NFL O’Brien respects. Top needs: QB, LB, RB

27. Green Bay (10-5) – Jarran Reed, DT, Alabama, Sr.

B.J. Raji isn’t getting any younger. Reed is the heart and soul of the Crimson Tide’s vaunted defensive line. He was a big part of the reason Leonard Fournette only managed 31 rushing yards against the Tide. Top needs: pass rusher, NT, SS


28. Cincinnati (11-4) – Shaq Lawson, DE, Clemson, Jr.

Lawson’s performance against Notre Dame 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 potential top 5 pick Ronnie Stanley. Top needs: WR, C, DL

29. Denver (11-4) – 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. Arizona (13-2) – Jonathan Allen, DE, Alabama, Jr.

The Cardinals defensive line has aged and could use a youth movement. Allen recorded two sacks against Ole Miss and was impressive against Wisconsin. He has 34 tackles with 12.5 for a loss, 10 sacks, two forced fumbles and four passes batted in 2015. Top needs: DE, ILB, C

31. Carolina (14-1) – Michael Thomas, WR, Ohio St., Jr.

Thomas has proven he can make plays across the middle while utilizing his deceptive speed. He’s a route technician and he’d compliment a healthy Kelvin Benjamin perfectly. 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.

SECOND ROUND

32. Cleveland – Carson Wentz, QB, North Dakota St., Sr.

33. Tennessee – Adolphus Washington, DT, Ohio St., Sr.


34. Dallas – Josh Doctson, WR, TCU, Sr.

35. San Francisco – Jason Spriggs, OT, Indiana, Sr.

36. San Diego – Austin Johnson, DT, Penn St., Jr.

The 6-foot-4, 325 pound Johnson is currently second on his team with 70 tackles, including 12 for a loss, 5.5 sacks, two passes defended and broken up, a forced fumble, and of course, who could forget his 71-yard touchdown rumble against San Diego State. More importantly, his presence has allowed teammate Carl Nassib to pace the FBS with 16 sacks. Top needs: OL, DL, WR


37. Miami – Germain Ifedi, OT, Texas A&M, Jr.

38. Baltimore – Shilique Calhoun, DE, Michigan St., Sr.

39. Jacksonville – Cody Whitehair, OG, Kansas St., Sr.

40. N.Y. Giants – Jayron Kearse, SS, Clemson, Jr.


41. New Orleans – Vadal Alexander, OG, LSU, Sr.

42. St. Louis from Philadelphia – Tyler Boyd, WR, Pittsburgh, Jr.

43. Detroit – Desmond King, CB, Iowa, Jr.

44. Chicago – Noah Spence, OLB, Eastern Kentucky, Jr.


45. Tampa Bay – Kendall Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech, Jr.

46. Buffalo – Darian Thompson, FS, Boise St., Sr.

47. Oakland – Vonn Bell, SS, Ohio St., Jr.

48. St. Louis – Ryan Kelly, C, Alabama, Sr.


49. Indianapolis – John Theus, OT, Georgia, Sr.

50. Atlanta – Su’a Cravens, OLB, USC, Jr.

51. Pittsburgh – Landon Turner, OG, North Carolina, Sr.

52. Houston – Joshua Perry, OLB, Ohio St., Sr.


53. Washington – Kentrell Brothers, ILB, Missouri, Sr.

54. Seattle – Kyle Murphy, OT, Stanford, Sr.

55. N.Y. Jets – Carl Nassib, DE, Penn St., Sr.

56. Minnesota – Spencer Drango, OG, Baylor, Sr.


57. Green Bay – Jeremy Cash, SS, Duke, Sr.

58. Kansas City – Pharoh Cooper, WR, South Carolina, Jr.

59. Cincinnati – Nick Martin, C, Notre Dame, Sr.

60. Denver – Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas, Jr.


61. Arizona – Tyler Matakevich, ILB, Temple, Sr.

62. New England – Sterling Shepard, WR, Oklahoma, Sr.

Shepard has only one weakness. He’s slightly undersized, which puts him at a disadvantage against bigger, more physical defensive backs. He’s a nightmare to cover otherwise. Top needs: WR, RB, DL

63. Carolina – Jalen Mills, FS, LSU, Sr.